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#RolandMartinUnfiltered is a daily show broadcast from Washington, DC, that will focus on news, politics, culture, entertainment, social justice, sports, education, business, and finance. If it’s important to you, we will cover it. You will be treated to some of the top minds in education, public po…

Roland S. Martin


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    The #RolandMartinUnfiltered podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking truth, facts, and insightful commentary on current events. Roland Martin, a renowned journalist and speaker, brings his expertise and passion to the show, providing an informative and engaging listening experience. I had the pleasure of hearing him speak as a keynote speaker at my son's HBCU school a couple of years ago, and ever since then, I have been a huge fan.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Roland's commitment to speaking truth and providing factual information. In today's society where misinformation runs rampant, it is refreshing to have a host who takes the time to verify everything he presents. Roland doesn't just say things to appease his listeners; he ensures that his audience receives accurate and reliable information. His dedication to delivering facts sets this podcast apart from others.

    Additionally, the inclusion of diverse panelists adds depth and perspective to the discussions on #RolandMartinUnfiltered. The panelists bring different viewpoints politically and demographically, creating a well-rounded show that appeals to a wide range of listeners. This diversity enhances the overall quality of the podcast by offering various insights into important issues affecting our culture.

    While there are many positive aspects of this podcast, one potential downside is that not everyone may agree with everything said on the show. However, this can also be viewed as an opportunity for growth and challenging one's thought process. Even if you don't agree with everything presented on #RolandMartinUnfiltered, you can appreciate the effort put into stimulating critical thinking among its listeners.

    In conclusion, The #RolandMartinUnfiltered podcast is a valuable resource for those seeking honest journalism and informed perspectives on current events. Roland Martin's dedication to delivering facts and fostering thoughtful discussions shines through in each episode. Whether you're looking for news that mainstream outlets may overlook or simply want to expand your understanding of what's happening in our society, this podcast is a worthwhile listen.



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    Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 128:08 Transcription Available


    3.17.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar. The Senate is currently engaged in a highly contentious debate regarding the SAVE America Act, which aims to overhaul election laws nationwide. In Illinois, voters have just two hours left to cast their ballots in an election that could indicate a significant shift in the state's political landscape. The Justice Department is lowering the qualifications needed to become a U.S. Attorney. In Texas, a federal judge has ruled to extend the application deadline for the state's school voucher program after four Muslim parents and three private schools sued state leaders, claiming that Islamic private schools were excluded from participating in the program. We will speak with one of the attorneys involved in the case. Additionally, in tonight's Shop Black Star Network Marketplace segment, we will discuss skincare products made with all-natural ingredients and highlight the importance of self-care and nourishment for achieving a healthy complexion. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Target Boycott Not Over. SAVE Act Clash in Senate. Police Drag Black Woman From Car

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 156:44 Transcription Available


    3.13.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Target Boycott Not Over. SAVE Act Clash in Senate. Police Drag Black Woman From Car A year-long boycott of Target is ending--at least according to some national activist leaders--but local organizers say the protest is far from over. The co-founder of the National Target Boycott and civil rights attorney, Nekima Levy Armstrong, joins us next to clarify why this boycott isn't over yet. As the twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump continues to push for the SAVE Act, millions could lose access to the ballot. We'll show an exchange on the Senate floor where Democratic Senator Dick Durbin tells Republican Senator John Cornyn why the SAVE Act is harmful. We've covered the political group led by Black MAGA member A.C. Cordoza for sending misleading mailers to Black voters in Virginia. Now, anonymous MAGA money is backing the campaign with a wave of those same mailers ahead of Virginia's April 21 vote. In a troubling incident, a black woman was forcibly removed from her car by a Texas police officer. Her name is Taneisha Thompson. We have the viral video and will be joined by Thompson and her attorney, Lee Merritt, for an exclusive interview on Roland Martin Unfiltered. And, I sat down with evangelical leader and author Jim Wallis to talk about his new book, The False White Gospel, and the rise of White Christian nationalism. Stay tuned for our full interview, coming up next. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 156:44 Transcription Available


    3.12.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians Democratic Congressman Al Green and Congressman Christian Menefee are headed to a May 26 runoff for Texas's 18th Congressional District. Congressman Al Green joins us next. Democratic Congressman Jim Clyburn is running for an 18th term in Congress to keep his spot as one of the last in his generation of House Democratic leaders. A black woman was wrongfully pulled out of her car by a Texas police officer. We have the viral video coming up next. The woman's attorney is also here. The Trump administration is pushing the Supreme Court to end protections for Haitian immigrants and immigrants from several other countries. Trump's plan to rename and renovate the Kennedy Center could be blocked after a federal judge heard arguments today, and Ohio Democratic Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, who filed the lawsuit last year, joins us later Seventeen Democrat-led states are suing the Trump administration over a new survey that forces colleges to report detailed admissions data by race, gender, income, and academic performance. And have you ever had a hard time taking your braids down for hours and hours? Today on our Black Star Network Marketplace, the CEO and Co-founder of The Original UnBraider joins us later to talk about their product that makes taking your hair down easier. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Target Fast Ends. Justin J. Pearson Slams Musk xAI Gas Turbines. Florida Anti-DEI Bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 133:04 Transcription Available


    3.11.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Target Fast Ends. Justin J. Pearson Slams Musk xAI Gas Turbines. Florida Anti-DEI Bill A year-long national boycott of Target over its rollbacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives has ended. Until Freedom's Tamika Mallory will join us to discuss the success of the boycott. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality has approved plans for 41 gas turbines at the xAI facility in Southaven. Tennessee State Representative Justin Pearson will explain why this decision has drawn criticism from local activists and advocacy groups, who argue that the approval process ignored public concerns and violated environmental regulations. Mississippi's Incumbent Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith will face Democratic candidate Scott Colom, who won out over two primary opponents, in November. We'll talk to Colom about his victory. And Georgia's special election to replace former GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia's 14th Congressional District is headed to an April runoff. In Florida, State House Republicans have passed an anti-DEI bill that includes criminal civil penalties for elected officials. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump's SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 126:40 Transcription Available


    3.10.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP A Black Republican is sending misleading mailers to Black voters in Virginia ahead of a crucial redistricting vote. We'll break down how this controversial campaign is trying to confuse voters and why civil rights groups are sounding the alarm. The twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, is pushing to pass the SAVE America Act now through the Senate, to suppress your vote. More on that ahead. Tennessee State Representative Justin J Pearson calls out a Tennessee Republican Representative who used the Holy Bible to justify slavery. The Treaty of 1866 guaranteed Black Creek Freedmen full citizenship -- yet Muscogee Nation leaders still won't comply with this treaty, more than a century later. Civil rights attorney and Justice for Greenwood founder Damario Solomon-Simmons joins later to explain why the fight isn't over. South Carolina Representative JA Moore calls out hypocrisy on Republicans over spending on a Confederate flag relic museum after pushing to defund state institutions. And in Tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace, we'll speak with Ava, the Founder of Ava's Pet Palace who who turned her love of pets into a nationwide brand at just 8-years-old in 2016. And I have a lot to say about the MAGA folks who are pretending they cared about rev Jackson. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Evolution Of Lynching. Virginia Fights Jan. 6 Lies. Black Unemployment Spike. MAGA & Jesse Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 129:33 Transcription Available


    3.9.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Evolution Of Lynching. Virginia Fights Jan. 6 Lies. Black Unemployment Spike. MAGA & Jesse Jackson A Mississippi civil rights group documented 70 modern-day lynchings in the South from 2000 to 2025, though historians say the last official lynching was in 1981. The founder of JULIAN, the non-profit behind the report, is here to discuss these findings. The economic slowdown is affecting the black unemployment rate alarmingly. Morgan Harper will be here to explain the February job numbers. Women- and minority-owned businesses were removed from the Texas Historically Underutilized Business Program in December, and are suing the Comptroller, Kelly Hancock, who argued he was ending a DEI program. And I have a lot to say about the MAGA folks who are pretending they cared about rev Jackson. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Iran War Escalates. Robin Kelly Eyes Durbin Seat. Georgia GOP Racist Ad. Talarico Defeats Crockett

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 143:44 Transcription Available


    3.4.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Iran War Escalates. Robin Kelly Eyes Durbin Seat. Georgia GOP Racist Ad. Talarico Defeats Crockett As Operation Epic Fury enters its fourth day, tensions continue to rise in the war between Israel and Iran -- and the United States. Retired Army Lieutenant General Russel Honore and Illinois Congresswoman Robin Kelly be here to discuss this war. Representative Kelly will also discuss her desire to replace Senator Dick Durbin. More on blatant racism in America from MAGA Republicans. Georgia Republican State Senator Greg Dolezal is under fire for posting a racist ad. We'll talk to the Democratic Senate Minority Leader, who called him out for his Racist 'Sharia law' video. The city of Atlanta is being described as a tale of two cities. The Co-Founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot, Ryan Wilson, will join us to talk about why a seven-mile difference in Atlanta can mean a 20-year gap in life expectancy -- and what Atlanta's Mayor plans to do about it. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 158:50 Transcription Available


    3.3.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem US-Israeli widening war with Iran. Nations outside the region are struggling to evacuate hundreds of thousands of their citizens from countries now in the line of fire. Three states are voting today -- but all eyes are on Texas. The Senate primaries there could deliver the first real test of voter enthusiasm and party strength ahead of November. A Black woman and her family are awarded 5.7 million dollars in a settlement after Chicago Police wrongly raided their home in 2022. We'll hear from the family's attorney later. Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee put the secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem in the hot seat for her terrible leadership. More on that ahead.Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    U.S. Joins Israel in Iran Strike. Texas Primary Showdown. SAVE Plan Survives Lawsuit

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 207:21 Transcription Available


    3.2.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: U.S. Joins Israel in Iran Strike. Texas Primary Showdown. SAVE Plan Survives Lawsuit The U.S is facing a potential war after joining Israel and launching an attack on Iran. Newport News Mayor, Phillip Jones, a Marine Veteran, is here explain what this means for our country. Texas is gearing up for a big primary election tomorrow -- from statewide offices to local races, voters will have their say and set the stage for November. Texas Democratic Party Chair, Kendall Scudder, is here to discuss their strategy. A temporary win for student loan borrowers. The SAVE Plan is intact for now after U.S District judges dismissed a lawsuit challenging the SAVE Plan. The Vice President and Federal Policy Director of the Center for Responsible Lending will explain what this means for borrowers. Reverend Jesse Jackson gets honored in his home state of South Carolina. We'll show you some of today's services from the state capitol. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SCOTUS Shields USPS in Mail-In Ballot Case. White South Africans Fast-Tracked. Lacks Settlement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 149:14 Transcription Available


    2.27.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS Shields USPS in Mail-In Ballot Case. White South Africans Fast-Tracked. Lacks Settlement The attack on votes continues, specifically mail-in-ballots. The Supreme Court recently ruled in favor of Americans losing their rights to sue the U.S Postal Service, even if employess intentionally refuse to deliver your mail. As refugee admissions remain largely shut down, and Trump's so-called immigration crackdown is in effect, Trump and his racist administration are moving to dramatically expand entry for one specific group........white South Africans. More on that ahead. More than 70 years after her cells were taken without consent, the fight for justice continues for Henrietta Lacks. Another major pharmaceutical company has now reached a settlement agreement with her estate. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 126:14 Transcription Available


    2.26.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial. A university in Pennsylvania is offering a minor in Racism and Antiracism Studies in response to our current political climate. More on that ahead. As we continue remembering the life and legacy of the great Reverend Jesse Jackson, today memorial services for him began in Chicago. the CEO and Chair of the Midway Broadcasting Corporation will join me to talk about the civil rights leader. Donald Trump and his thug administration continues to double down on their fraudulent, "War-on-fraud". Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren't Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 137:00 Transcription Available


    2.25.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren’t Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims Texas Congressman Al Green will be here to talk about his removal from Tuesday night's State of the Union address for holding Black "People Aren't Apes" sign. During his address, the twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump talked about crime. We'll discuss the inflated claims, and the President and CEO of Just Leadership USA, a national organization influencing criminal justice policy, will discuss what he didn't say. An Idaho council voted to ban Juneteenth in favor of preserving America's racist white history. A white Hunter College professor is under fire for insensitive, racist comments caught on a hot mic during a New York City Community Education Council zoom meeting. The life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson continue as we honor him tonight, with a Detroit pastor who knew Jackson and a journalist who wrote two books about the civil rights leader. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Colleges Cut DEI Ties. Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs. Roy Cooper Senate Bid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 150:12 Transcription Available


    2.20.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Colleges Cut DEI Ties. Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs. Roy Cooper Senate Bid The rollback of DEI programs under the thug Trump administration continues -- and now more than a dozen colleges are quietly cutting ties with organizations that help students of color. I'll speak with the President of the PHD Project, one of the programs affected, later. He helped lead North Carolina, and now, former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper wants to flip a Republican seat in the U.S. Senate. I had the opportunity to speak with him, and we'll play that next. The Supreme Court Strikes down on Trump's Tariffs. The president of the Black Farmers Association will join us to talk about the impacts of the ruling. And as we continue honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, we'll hear from Civil Rights leader Ambassador Andrew Young and Rev. Dr. William Barber on what his work means for the movement today Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 138:57 Transcription Available


    2.19.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid The Descendants of slaves are fighting an attempt to use eminent domain to carve a spur through one of Georgia's largest Black‑owned farms. The Trump administration continues to show its blatant racism against African-Americans. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth invited a white Christian nationalist pastor who's made offensive racist remarks regarding slavery to pray at the Pentagon. He helped lead North Carolina, and now, former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper wants to flip a Republican seat in the U.S. Senate. I had the opportunity to speak with him, and we'll play that next. And, we'll continue honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson with his son Jonathan, Activist Dr. Cornel West, and Reverend Michael Pfleger. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 123:04 Transcription Available


    2.18.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid When reporting the truth becomes a crime. Independent journalist Georgia Fort is here to talk about her not guilty plea to federal felony charges tied to January's Minnesota church protest. A Connecticut case takes a troubling turn after a Black man was paralyzed after a routine arrest--now charges against current and former officers have been dropped, despite a judge initially ruling they would stand trial. He helped lead North Carolina, and now former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper wants a seat in the U.S. Senate. We'll continue honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson with his son Jonathan, Marc Morial, and Pastor Frederick Haynes. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    GOP's SAVE Act bad for Blacks; Rickey Smiley rips hazing; Shoot victim wins $27M

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 146:12 Transcription Available


    2.16.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: GOP’s SAVE Act bad for Blacks; Rickey Smiley rips hazing; Shoot victim wins $27M The House passed the SAVE Act -- a controversial election bill that would force voters to prove U.S. citizenship to register. Cliff Albright, Executive Director of Black Voters Matter, will explain why this bill echoes Jim Crow‑era tactics. The NAACP is calling on a federal judge to limit how the government can use voting records seized by the FBI in Fulton County, Georgia. More on that ahead. Minnesota investigators say the FBI is refusing to share evidence in the Minnesota ICE shootings that took place in January. Nearly three‑quarters of students involved in Greek life report hazing -- and the death of 20‑year‑old Caleb Wilson has sparked a statewide task force. Radio Host Ricky Smiley will join us to discuss the dangers of hazing. A California jury has awarded over $27 million to a black man left partially paralyzed from a deputy sheriff's shooting. We'll hear from his attorney later. Hundreds complete a 50‑mile march to the North Carolina State Capitol -- calling for voting rights, economic justice, and unity. We'll take you inside the 'Love Forward Together' movement and show a recap of the rally. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Don Lemon, Georgia Fort Arrested Over Church Protest. Press Freedom on the Line Under Trump.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 122:57 Transcription Available


    1.30.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Don Lemon, Georgia Fort Arrested Over Church Protest. Press Freedom on the Line Under Trump. Former CNN anchor and journalist Don Lemon and independent Minnesota journalist Georgia Fort were arrested along with two others in connection to the Minnesota church protests. Lemons predicted his arrest would still happen after the Department of Justice abandoned his arrest warrant on Tuesday. Lemon says he was there reporting--not protesting and, a judge recently rejected prosecutors attempts for his arrest. The question now is, what does this mean for our first amendments rights, what does it mean for journalists reporting real news -- and, what does it mean for people who challenge power and injustice under this Trump administration? Tonight, we talk with Erin Haines, President of the National Association of Black Journalists, and Octavia Treadway, Chair of the Center for Broadcast Journalism, to unpack the implications for journalists and the public. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SAVE Act Vote Threatens Voting Rights. Bondi Deflects on Epstein. Black Unemployment Still Higher

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 103:26 Transcription Available


    2.11.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SAVE Act Vote Threatens Voting Rights. Bondi Deflects on Epstein. Black Unemployment Still Higher The Trump administration continues to attack your voting rights. The SAVE Act is scheduled for a vote today, and if Republican lawmakers pass the bill, it could make voting nearly impossible for millions. House Democrats and civil rights leaders are making it clear what Black Americans are losing under the Trump administration. Attorney General Pam Bondi faced tough questioning on Capitol Hill and deflected inquiries about the Epstein files during today's 5-hour hearing. According to a new Pew poll, support for Trump among white evangelicals is slightly declining. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes will join us to discuss his congressional campaign. Today's job report reveals that Black unemployment continues to be higher than that of other demographics. Morgan Harper will be here to break down January's job report. We will also wrap up today's Wilson-to-Raleigh Moral March, led by Bishop William Barber. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 124:26 Transcription Available


    2.10.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny The National Governors Association cancels an annual meeting after Trump intentionally left Democrat leaders out. New Jersey Congresswoman LaMonica Mclver calls out the leadership of the Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director during today's House and Homeland Security Committee meeting. Republican officials are outraged by Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance. Now, they are calling the NFL and NBC to be investigated. On Sunday, a white North Carolina pastor preached a message that all conservatives need to hear. A new report shows Black Americans are still paying the price in health outcomes under Donald Trump's America. I'll be joined by the National Urban League Vice President of Health Equity & Policy, and the Founder of Protect Our Care tonight to break it down. And in our Black Star Network Marketplace - Got a sweet tooth? We've got you covered with a Black-owned treat straight out of Texas that's turning pecans into pure love.I'll speak with The Founder of TC's Pieces of Love Gourmet Pecans later. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Judge Orders Fulton Ballot Docs Unsealed. NC Voting Blocked. Trump Melts Down. MAGA Loses It

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 5:12 Transcription Available


    2.9.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Judge Orders Fulton Ballot Docs Unsealed. NC Voting Blocked. Trump Melts Down. MAGA Loses It A federal judge says the Justice Department has until 5p Tuesday to unseal documents related to the seizure of election ballots from Fulton County, Georgia. I'll speak with a Fulton County commissioner about what he's calling a "major win for transparency and accountability." In North Carolina, a federal judge ruled against student efforts to open early-voting sites at three university campuses, including North Carolina A&T. Trump got really triggered when a reporter tried to compare him to Joe Biden, not knowing about the actions taken in his name - Trump's the racist video and Biden's auto-signature. That's a meltdown you don't want to miss. A white Montana pastor calls out evangelicals for following the convict-in-chief. Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show really pissed MAGA off - mostly because he didn't sing a single lyric in English, and probably because they could not comprehend the symbolism. I"ll break off of that down. Ohio Congresswoman Shontel Brown doesn't hold back when talking about the importance of celebrating Black History while the Trump Administration is doing all it can to erase it. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FBI Probes Georgia Election Office. GOP Cuts HBCU Voting. Judge Blocks Va. Map. AOC Takes on CVS.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 134:06 Transcription Available


    1.28.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: FBI Probes Georgia Election Office. GOP Cuts HBCU Voting. Judge Blocks Va. Map. AOC Takes on CVS. The FBI has searched a Georgia election office for evidence to support former President Trump's false claims that his 2020 election defeat was due to widespread voting fraud. In North Carolina, Republicans have reduced the number of voting sites at the nation's largest historically Black college and university, prompting students to file a lawsuit. In Virginia, a judge has blocked lawmakers' pro-Democratic voting map. We'll also bring you the results of a new poll revealing what issues matter most to Virginians. It seems that local and state police agencies are on a collision course with ICE agents. The President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives will explain the complexities of this power struggle. New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has called out CVS Health's corporate strategy to monopolize patient care. And a white city councilman in Florida is facing backlash for how he addressed white supremacy. Many people focused on his choice of words in the example and overlooked his core message, prompting calls for his resignation. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 121:53 Transcription Available


    1.27.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota. Trump's top Border Patrol commander is out. The Border Czar is taking over. A Minneapolis Councilwoman will let us know whether this is a welcome change of the guard. The Department of Justice is dropping its pursuit to arrest Journalist Don Lemon and others who protested in a church. Democratic leaders are calling for the termination and impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kirsti Noem. More on that ahead. Attorney General Pam Bondi sends a threatening letter to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, demanding and setting conditions for the Trump administration to crack down on ICE agents in Minnesota. A study from St. Louis University shows the impacts of long-term discrimination and trauma affecting black people's lives span more than other demographics. Longtime Washington D.C delegate, Eleanor Norton, retires after 36 years of being D.C's Warrior on the Hill. In our Black Star Network Marketplace, we'll talk about a family-owned potato chip business that began as a spice company. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 121:53 Transcription Available


    1.27.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota. Trump's top Border Patrol commander is out. The Border Czar is taking over. A Minneapolis Councilwoman will let us know whether this is a welcome change of the guard. The Department of Justice is dropping its pursuit to arrest Journalist Don Lemon and others who protested in a church. Democratic leaders are calling for the termination and impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kirsti Noem. More on that ahead. Attorney General Pam Bondi sends a threatening letter to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, demanding and setting conditions for the Trump administration to crack down on ICE agents in Minnesota. A study from St. Louis University shows the impacts of long-term discrimination and trauma affecting black people's lives span more than other demographics. Longtime Washington D.C delegate, Eleanor Norton, retires after 36 years of being D.C's Warrior on the Hill. In our Black Star Network Marketplace, we'll talk about a family-owned potato chip business that began as a spice company. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ICE Killing in Minneapolis Ignites Backlash. Insider Trading Ban Bill, DHS Funding Battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 130:29 Transcription Available


    1.26.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: ICE Killing in Minneapolis Ignites Backlash. Insider Trading Ban Bill, DHS Funding Battle Another tragic murder in Minneapolis. An ICE officer shoots and kills a man while he was protecting a woman being harassed by ICE. I spoke with a Minneapolis City Councilwoman about the city's plans to protect its citizens. House Republicans are pushing new legislation they say will stop insider trading -- but critics argue it does no such thing. A U.S Congressman will join me later to talk about his plans to help ban stock trading in the federal government. Democrats are drawing a hard line. Senate leaders say they'll vote no on Homeland Security funding -- putting parts of the federal government on the brink of a shutdown. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Anti-Ice Protest erupts in Minn. ICE Warrantless Entries, Opal Lee Honored, Coogler Oscar History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 144:53 Transcription Available


    1.23.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Anti-Ice Protest erupts in Minn. ICE Warrantless Entries, Opal Lee Honored, Coogler Oscar History Thousands of Minnesotans protested in subzero temperatures in a march against the federal government's immigration crackdown. There is a new ICE policy that allows officers to enter homes without a warrant from a judge. A Maine sheriff is criticizing ICE tactics for arresting a corrections recruit at the Cumberland County Jail as he was getting off work. A major winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow and damaging ice across much of the country this weekend. Opal Lee, known as the grandmother of Juneteenth, is being honored with a Barbie doll as part of the 'Inspiring Women' series. We will also discuss how Ryan Coogler's film "Sinners" is making history with 16 Oscar nominations. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ala. pushes gerrymandering bill, Trump's white genocide lies, SCOTUS hears Lisa Cook case

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 108:24 Transcription Available


    1.21.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ala. pushes gerrymandering bill, Trump’s white genocide lies, SCOTUS hears LisaCook case A bill that would allow special primary elections in legislative and congressional races if the U.S. Supreme Court changes how race is applied in redistricting cleared an Alabama Senate committee. The Supreme Court heard arguments on Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. We'll share some of what was said. A new report reveals a disturbing fact about a police department in the south. We'll share more about the study tonight. A House panel voted to hold the Clintons in contempt in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. But Congresswoman Summer Lee is calling out the hypocrisy, noting that Attorney General Pam Bondi has also not responded to a subpoena on the matter. The Lincoln Project dropped a video showing folks that they got exacted what they voted for. And Trump is in Davos, Switzerland...you won't believe some of the things he's said. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Honoring MLK. Jay Jones on Virginia. Jeffries vs ICE Raids. Crockett Slams GOP Cruelty as Policy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 155:53 Transcription Available


    1.19.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Honoring MLK. Jay Jones on Virginia. Jeffries vs ICE Raids. Crockett Slams GOP Cruelty as Policy People across the nation are honoring the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We will showcase how communities are commemorating the life of this civil rights icon. Virginia's first Black State Attorney General, Jay Jones, will join us to discuss King's legacy and his plans for the state. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will be here to talk about how the Democrats are addressing the deadly ICE raids and the ongoing battle to keep healthcare costs affordable. In tonight's segment of Crocket Chronicles, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett will call out racial profiling, ICE overreach, and a government that continues to treat cruelty as policy. And Pastor Otis Moss III from Chicago's Trinity United Church of Christ will explain why he believes ICE agents function as modern-day slave catchers and what Christians should be doing at this critical moment. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Crockett Senate Poll Questioned. Black Woman Fights Disenfranchisement. Assault on Black History.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 158:04 Transcription Available


    1.16.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Crockett Senate Poll Questioned. Black Woman Fights Disenfranchisement. Assault on Black History. A recent Emerson College poll in the Texas Senate primary is raising questions, with critics challenging its results. More on that ahead. Tennessee activist Pamela Moses is challenging the state's permanent disenfranchisement laws after she was charged and convicted of voter fraud. Moses eventually had the charges dropped. She and her attorney will be here to talk about the upcoming case. Another example of Black history being erased -- Frederick Douglass excluded from a U.S coin series honoring America's most celebrated leaders. Texas A&M University canceled a graduate Ethics course after a Black professor refused to comply with a discriminatory ban on certain subjects. We'll hear from him later. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MLK's Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 111:28 Transcription Available


    1.15.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Trump Chaos Mounts. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight. Tonight, as we head into the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend, the America Dr. King warned us about is on full display. Minnesota is currently under fire. Secretary Kristi Noem defends ICE as they intimidate residents. Immigration Attorney Yesenia Planco will join later with advice on what to do if stopped by ICE. And, speaking of ICE. A recent poll by CNN shows that America is afraid of ICE, and they aren't making cities feel safer. On Monday, a Minneapolis councilman feared for his life as ICE agents assaulted him for recording them, and just two days later, an ICE raid in the same city led to a second shooting of a man on Wednesday, following protestors and tear gas. We'll be covering it all. Trump's second term is already producing more chaos and corruption than the first, and the damage is compounding fast. The Center for American Progress is tracking it all with its new Trump Global Weakness Watch--and the senior vice president joins us to break it down. And, to add more injury, the Trump administration is laying off employees who are part of a civil rights agency founded in the 1960s with the U.S Department of Justice. While maga is trying to rewirte the history of January 6, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett sets the record straight. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Day of Truth Boycott vs. Trump. Africa-Targeted Visa Freeze. White Nationalist Agenda Exposed.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 149:34 Transcription Available


    1.14.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Day of Truth Boycott vs. Trump. Africa-Targeted Visa Freeze. White Nationalist Agenda Exposed. Minneapolis faith leaders and community activists are calling for a Day of Truth and Freedom boycott in response to Trump's Operation Metro Surge. I'll talk to one of the organizers about how boycotting work, schools, and shopping will help bring awareness. In an effort to maintain a predominantly white America, the Trump administration is pausing immigrant visa processing for 75 countries. I talk to an expert about this sweeping move, which is primarily targeted at African countries. The Trump administration has launched a campaign across various departments that utilizes images and ideas borrowed from right-wing and white nationalist circles. Heckling the convict-in-chief not only results in being flipped off by the orange man, but it can also lead to suspension. The Senate honors gospel icon Richard Smallwood. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump DOJ Voter Crackdown, Claudette Colvin Remembered., No Charges in Jacksonville Cop Assault.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 154:27 Transcription Available


    1.13.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump DOJ Voter Crackdown, Claudette Colvin Remembered., No Charges in Jacksonville Cop Assault. Her refusal to move seats on a bus sparked the civil rights movement. Tonight, we honor civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin, who passed away today. Trump's Department of Justice is cracking down on your votes and putting your private data at risk. Democrat leaders call it a national voter roll that could negatively impact midterms. No charges for the white Jacksonville, Florida, cop who punched a black man in the face during a traffic stop. We'll talk to Will McNeil, Jr.'s attorney, Harry Daniels, about his civil lawsuit. Morris Brown College's board of trustees fired President Dr. Kevin James after 7 years of service, for reasons unknown. Journalist Tiffany Cross will be in the studio to talk about her book, "Love Me." In tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace, the eco-friendly, black-owned candle company Multifaceted. A business committed to using safe ingredients to make homes more elevated. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tennessee Rejects Summer Food Aid, Feds Investigate Jerome Powell, Gilchrist Suspends Campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 134:40 Transcription Available


    1.12.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Tennessee Rejects Summer Food Aid, Gilchrist Suspends Campaign Tennessee Governor Bill Lee turned down federal funding to help feed children and families during the summer. I will speak with a Tennessee state representative about the effects on children in low-income areas. We'll also be talking about a Jacksonville reporter being under fire for offering encouraging words to the NFL Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach, Liam Coen. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell responds to the Justice Department's investigation of him. More ICE agents are headed to Minneapolis after last week's fatal shooting of Renee Good. Michigan's Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist suspends his gubernatorial campaign. We'll tell you what other public office he's seeking. And Trump told The New York Times that the results of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the law that ended segregation and race-based discrimination, left white people 'very badly treated'. Yeah, I have something to say about that foolishness. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New Minneapolis ICE Shooting Video, Philly Sheriff Warns ICE, Black Women Jobless Spike

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 148:38 Transcription Available


    1.9.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: New Minneapolis ICE Shooting Video, Philly Sheriff Warns ICE, Black Women Jobless Spike Minnesota's state agencies have been banned from participating in the investigation of the murder of Renee Good, who an ICE agent killed. We'll discuss the misleading statements Kristi Noem has made regarding the shooting. Atlantic reporter Adam Serwer will explain how the Trump Administration has perfected the art of the smear campaign. Capitol Hill has been tense since Wednesday's shooting. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett passionately addresses Republicans who criticized her choice of words regarding Renee Good's death. You won't want to miss that exchange. We'll also show the confrontation between a Minnesota Uber driver and Border Patrol agents questioning his citizenship. Virginia Congressman James Walkinshaw will join us to discuss various topics, including the House vote on Affordable Care Act subsidies and the situation in Venezuela. Megyn Kelly is facing backlash for her praise of white nationalist Nick Fuentes. In our Black Star Network Marketplace, we'll introduce you to a mother whose search for safer options for herself and her children inspired her to create the plant-based haircare brand Loc-Sanity. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ICE Killing Cover-Up? Minnesota Barred From Probe, Crockett Clashes With GOP, Noem Under Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 138:45 Transcription Available


    1.8.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: ICE Killing Cover-Up? Minnesota Barred From Probe, Crockett Clashes With GOP, Noem Under Fire Minnesota's state agencies have been banned from participating in the investigation of the murder of Renee Good, who an ICE agent killed. We'll discuss the misleading statements Kristi Noem has made regarding the shooting. Atlantic reporter Adam Serwer will explain how the Trump Administration has perfected the art of the smear campaign. Capitol Hill has been tense since Wednesday's shooting. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett passionately addresses Republicans who criticized her choice of words regarding Renee Good's death. You won't want to miss that exchange. We'll also show the confrontation between a Minnesota Uber driver and Border Patrol agents questioning his citizenship. Virginia Congressman James Walkinshaw will join us to discuss various topics, including the House vote on Affordable Care Act subsidies and the situation in Venezuela. Megyn Kelly is facing backlash for her praise of white nationalist Nick Fuentes. In our Black Star Network Marketplace, we'll introduce you to a mother whose search for safer options for herself and her children inspired her to create the plant-based haircare brand Loc-Sanity. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ICE Killing in Minneapolis Sparks Outrage, Crockett Rips GOP, CurlMix Comeback

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 122:47 Transcription Available


    1.7.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: ICE Killing in Minneapolis Sparks Outrage, Crockett Rips GOP, CurlMix Comeback An ICE officer shoots and kills a woman during the Minneapolis immigration crackdown. The mayor and the Minnesota Governor have some choice words for the Trump administration. While today's shooting is gaining national attention, a Black California family wants answers as to why an off-duty ICE agent killed him over fireworks. A Florida family wants to know why police shot their loved one after a video shows Donald Taylor walking away from the cops who shot him in the back. The family attorney is here. In tonight's Crockett Chronicles, Congresswoman Crockett lays into Republicans who are more concerned with suspected fraud in Minnesota than with keeping healthcare affordable for working families. And CurlMix's co-founder is back with an update on how she paid off half a million in debt after being on the verge of shutting down. "#BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbase https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 123:55 Transcription Available


    1.5.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in It's been pure chaos these last few days, thanks to the twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, after the U.S. launched strikes in Venezuela and captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. Congressmen Jimmy Gomez and Hank Johnson will join us tonight to discuss the mess Trump made. We'll also break down Trump's apparent motive for invading a sovereign country. Black pastors take time out on Sunday to call out Trump for his orders to bomb Venezuela. It was inauguration day in Atlanta. Mayor Andre Dickens and City Council members were sworn in to office, marking the start of a new four-year term for the city's leadership. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbase https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Black Army Vet Wins $6.8M vs LAPD, Kennedy Center Boycott Grows, Min Wage Rises, Smallwood Honored

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 144:39 Transcription Available


    12.30.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Army Vet Wins $6.8M vs LAPD, Kennedy Center Boycott Grows, Min Wage Rises, Smallwood Honored Justice for a Black Army vet: Slade Douglas wins $.68 million after LAPD turned a welfare check into forced meds and rights violations---forcing LA to pay big. Slade joins us on what this win means. Kennedy Center boycott heats up, artists cancel shows after Trump slaps his name on JFK's arts icon. We have the latest fallout ahead. It's about time: Federal minimum wage is finally bumping up from $7.25, right when Americans need it the most. A.J. Smitherman built Black Wall Street's voice with The Tulsa Star. Joining us, Founder of Black Wall Street 100, Raven Majia Williams. We lost a legend.... Gospel great Richard Smallwood... Artists remember his legacy tonight. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    US Strikes Nigeria on Christmas, Nicki Minaj Deportation Push, DEI Gag Order, Couples Reset

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 120:52 Transcription Available


    12.29.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: US Strikes Nigeria on Christmas, Nicki Minaj Deportation Push, DEI Gag Order, Couples Reset U.S. airstrikes hit ISIS camps in Nigeria on Christmas Day, and Donald Trump calls it a "present." We'll talk to a National Security and Foreign Affairs Legal Analyst about what's really happening and why we are attacking the African nation. A petition to deport Nicki Minaj has gained traction amid growing backlash. We'll explain what's fueling it. And get this---Head Start programs warned: Scrub words like "Black" and "women" from funding apps or lose cash. Shasti Conrad with Washington State Democrats and Sarah Hunt Blackwell from ACLU Georgia joins us to discuss what this means. With the new year around the corner, it's resolution time. Couples, listen up! A licensed counselor will be here with The Couples Playbook to help realign your love game.#BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Missing Black Women Crisis, Layoff Wave Looms, MD Reparations Push, Kennedy Center Trump Lawsuit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 121:06 Transcription Available


    12.23.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Missing Black Women Crisis, Layoff Wave Looms, MD Reparations Push, Kennedy Center Trump Lawsuit A Wisconsin state representative is pushing for a task force on missing and murdered Black women, as the state faces some of the highest violence rates in the country. She joins us to talk about why this issue can't wait. Across corporate America, big companies are bracing for pain. Mass layoffs are expected to hit in January, with tech, manufacturing, and logistics companies slashing thousands of jobs amid growing economic uncertainty. In Maryland, lawmakers defy their own governor, overriding Wes Moore's veto to move forward with a study on slavery reparations. We'll talk to one activist about the goals of the Maryland Reparations Committee And in Washington, the Kennedy Center is now facing legal action after Donald Trump's name was added to the building. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty is suing, saying her vote was silenced. She joins us live. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Haiti Humanitarian Crisis, Fla School Board Racism, Jam Master Jay Conviction Overturned

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 128:04 Transcription Available


    12.22.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Haiti Humanitarian Crisis, Fla School Board Racism, Jam Master Jay Conviction Overturned In Haiti a full-blown humanitarian emergency. A generation of children without schools, without food, and surrounded by gang violence. Miami Herald Caribbean correspondent Jacqueline Charles joins us with a sobering look at what's unfolding right now. A Florida school board member is under fire after being caught on video saying 80% of Black people he's met are "nasty, rude, and problematic." Now the Clay County School Board is scrambling, and calls for his removal are growing louder. In a stunning legal twist, A judge has overturned Karl Jordan Jr.'s conviction in the 2002 murder of hip-hop icon Jam Master Jay, calling the prosecution's motive theory too weak to stand. And in our Fit. Live. Win. segment-- We're talking about the heavy load girls are carrying: A Licensed professional counselor will discuss empowering Black girls through faith, therapy, and community, including her powerful "Our Girls" initiative. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump Name on Kennedy Center? DC Police Chief Rips Critics, CFPB Redlining Threat, Warnock v Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 133:20 Transcription Available


    12.19.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Name on Kennedy Center? DC Police Chief Rips Critics, CFPB Redlining Threat, Warnock v Trump The Kennedy Center slaps Donald Trump's name on the building and website--But is it legal? We'll break it down. Plus, DC Police Chief Pamela Smith tells critics "F you" and storms out in a fiery speech, you won't want to miss it. And Consumer Financial Protection Bureau now run by a Project 2025 insider--proposes rules that could revive modern redlining. Global Black Economic Forum CEO Alphonso David joins us on the threat to Black homeownership. Donald Trump is pissed off with NBC News and Senator Raphael Warnock after Warnock appeared on Meet the Press,Trump is accusing the network of political bias and suggesting it should face consequences over its broadcast license. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dems cancel 2024 autopsy, Trump gives deranged speech, Warnock slams Agent Orange

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 176:19 Transcription Available


    12.18.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Dems cancel 2024 autopsy, Trump gives deranged speech, Warnock slams Agent Orange Marijuana is reclassified for the first time since 1970---Georgia State Rep. Eric Bell joins us to discuss what this means for legalization efforts nationwide. Plus, Senator Raphael Warnock fires back after Donald Trump attacks his faith. We've got Warnock's response to the twice-impeached, criminally convicted former president. And as the National Association of Black Journalists marks 50 years of excellence, one of its original founders, Sam Ford, joins us live in studio. 36 years at D.C.'s 7News and WJLA and plenty to say about the state of Black journalism today. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Charter School Fight Heads to Court, GOP Breaks on Obamacare, Trump Cuts Spark Hunger Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 140:35 Transcription Available


    12.17.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Charter School Fight Heads to Court, GOP Breaks on Obamacare, Trump Cuts Spark Hunger Crisis A yearslong fight over a Middletown charter school in Bridgeport Connecticut heads to court -- why a campus approved in 2023 still hasn't opened, and what's at stake for parents and kids... Dr. Steve Perry joins us from Capital Preparatory Schools. Four House Republicans buck Speaker Mike Johnson and side with Democrats to extend Obamacare subsidies, hear from GOP members and what's next with millions of Americans healthcare. ProPublica uncovers a man-made hunger crisis in Kenya's Kakuma refugee camp after Trump's USAID cuts, Reporter Anna Maria Barry-Jester joins us. And 50 years after NABJ's founding, co-founder Norma Adams-Wade is here to talk legacy, Black media power, and the new Jubilee Endowment push. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Black Voting Power at Risk, Crockett's Senate Fight, NABJ Future, Fanbase Equity Push

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 164:04 Transcription Available


    12.16.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Voting Power at Risk, Crockett’s Senate Fight, NABJ Future, Fanbase Equity Push A new report from Fair Fight Action and Black Voters Matter warns that nearly 200 Democratic state legislative seats from mostly majority-Black districts are under threat. Black Votes Matter Executive Director, Cliff Albright, will break down the Southern State Legislature Effect Report. Democrats need to stop the infighting and let Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett have her shot at the Senate seat. I'll talk to a democratic strategist about why some a finding it hard to support Crockett. The National Association of Black Journalists launches its Jubilee Endowment Campaign to secure the future of Black journalism. Allison Davis, one of the youngest founders, will be here to talk about the organization's history and future. Fanbase, the creator-first social platform, is a day away from closing its equity crowdfunding campaign tomorrow. Isaac Hayes III joins us for a last-minute push. In our Black Star Network Marketplace, we're celebrating beauty, self-care, and melanin magic with Cocotique - a monthly subscription box created just for women of color. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Black Farmers Rebuff Trump Farm Aid, ACA on the Brink, Economy Approval at 31%

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 176:04 Transcription Available


    12.15.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Farmers Rebuff Trump Farm Aid, ACA on the Brink, Economy Approval at 31% Black farmers are voicing their skepticism about Donald Trump's new $12 billion farm aid program, stating that it contains racist undertones. John Boyd from the National Black Farmers Association will explain their concerns. Millions are watching to see what will happen next with the Affordable Care Act, especially after the Senate rejected its extension. I'll speak with a former official from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to understand what this means for your healthcare. Recent polling shows that only 31 percent of voters approve of Trump's handling of the economy. We'll analyze the numbers with Morgan Harper from the American Economic Liberties Project. The National Association of Black Journalists has launched a bold initiative to raise $15 million over the next four years to create a permanent endowment that invests in the next generation of Black journalists. One of the original 44 founders, Sandra Long Weaver, will join us to discuss this effort. DeMaurice Smith will be in the studio to discuss his book, "Turf Wars: The Fight for the Soul of America's Game," which delves into controversies surrounding Colin Kaepernick, Deflategate, and power struggles within the NFL. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Epstein Bombshell Images, Indiana Redistricting Threats, Trump Sued by Black Leaders

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 153:21 Transcription Available


    12.12.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Epstein Bombshell Images, Indiana Redistricting Threats, Trump Sued by Black Leaders Indiana senators face escalating threats after breaking with Trump on redistricting and Governor Mike Braun says he's ready to fight back. We've got the latest. Bombshell images from the Epstein estate. House Democrats release new photos featuring Trump, Clinton, and Prince Andrew. What's coming next from those long-sealed DOJ files? Two Black transportation leaders push back. After being fired from federal boards, they're suing the Trump administration and former NTSB Vice Chairman Alvin joins us live. In Mississippi, a family's million-dollar investment aims to turn a strip mall into Black Wall Street 2.0. Tony A. Reimonenq Jr., founder and CEO of the LinkedUp Economic Empowerment Center, breaks down their bold plan. And in Alabama, sky-high infant mortality sparks new urgency. Reproductive justice advocate Tia Freeman joins us to discuss fresh funding and the fight to save lives across the Deep South. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ind. GOP Rebukes Trump, DOJ Targets Minneapolis Schools, Dems Grill DHS/FBI, Letitia James Cleared

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 141:35 Transcription Available


    12.11.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ind. GOP Rebukes Trump, DOJ Targets Minneapolis Schools, Dems Grill DHS/FBI, Letitia James Cleared The Trump Justice Department is suing the Minneapolis Public Schools District over layoff protections for teachers of color and calling it "illegal race discrimination." Democrats scorched the Homeland Security Secretary and the FBI's Operations Director during today's House Committee on Homeland Security. We'll show you some of that. We'll also hear from a Somali American out of Minneapolis who ICE agents assaulted and unlawfully detained. But didn't ya'll vote for this? For the second time, a federal grand jury has refused to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James, despite all the noise and political theater. In New York City, Mayor‑elect Zohran Mamdani names formerly incarcerated activist Mysonne Linen to his transition team, and conservatives are losing it. Mysonne joins us live to lay out his vision for the city. In our Black Star Network Marketplace segment, a Beverly Hills–based dermatologist will discuss her skincare line specifically designed for people of color. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Epstein Bill Awaits Trump, Ind. Mom's Car Birth, Tuskegee Settlement, Fuentes Threat, Fanbase Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 135:54 Transcription Available


    11.19.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Epstein Bill Awaits Trump, Ind. Mom’s Car Birth, Tuskegee Settlement, Fuentes Threat, Fanbase Update Congress is waiting on Trump's signature as the Epstein files take center stage. Massachusetts Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley joins us live to explain what the legislation means, how it's moving through Congress, and what the public needs to know. A Black Indiana mom was sent home from the hospital while in active labor, only to give birth in her car minutes later. Along with her attorney, she's demanding accountability and real change. Tuskegee University has settled its federal lawsuit against the American Veterinary Medical Association, ending a major legal battle over accreditation for the nation's only HBCU veterinary school. I'll talk to the school's President about their decision to settle. White Nationalist Nick Fuentes is planning to "infiltrate" politics. Fox hosts have a complete meltdown about Trump's approval rating, calling it "unfair." In our Tech Talk, Isaac Hayes III will give us an update on Fanbase. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    70th Anniv. of Montgomery Bus Boycott | "Where Do We Go From Here?" | #RolandMartinUnfiltered

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 231:14 Transcription Available


    12.05.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: 70th Anniv. of Montgomery Bus Boycott | "Where Do We Go From Here?" Live from Holt Street Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Lasting 381 days, the boycott caused the city lines to lose between 30,000 and 40,000 in daily bus fares. Tonight, we remember those who walked so we could have equal rights. Rights that are now under siege. "Where Do We Go From Here?" That's the theme of tonight's event at Holt Street. You don't want to miss it! A dynamic gathering moderated by Roland Martin, this roundtable convenes national leaders to explore the path forward for movement-building in America. Rooted in the sanctuary where the Bus Boycott began, the convening symbolizes both a homecoming and a renewed call to action. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    70 Years After Montgomery Boycott, VA Map Fight, Trump's 2,000 Pardons, Killer Cop Seeks New Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 156:46 Transcription Available


    12.4.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: 70 Years After Montgomery Boycott, VA Map Fight, Trump’s 2,000 Pardons, Killer Cop Seeks New Trial Seventy years ago, the Montgomery Bus Boycott sparked a movement that changed America forever. We'll talk about an unsung hero, Jo Ann Robinson, with Alabama State University's President. Virginia Democrats dive into the redistricting wars, and Speaker Don Scott says he even feels sorry for the Republicans. Trump is handing out pardons like candy. So far, he's pardoned almost 2000 convicted felons. The white cop convicted of killing a black Illinois woman says he deserves a new trial. The Legacy Line is making its debut with The Ernest Withers Collection that brings Civil Rights history right into your home. And in tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace, we're feeding your sweet tooth with TC's Pieces of Love Gourmet Pecans, created by Texas owner Charlotte Allen. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump's Deportation Sweep in NOLA, TX Ends Minority Biz Aid, Black Women's Jobless Rate Soars

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 143:14 Transcription Available


    12.3.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump’s Deportation Sweep in NOLA, TX Ends Minority Biz Aid, Black Women’s Jobless Rate Soars Federal agents launched "Operation Catahoula Crunch" in New Orleans--Trump's mass deportation machine hits Louisiana. We'll talk to a reporter who can offer a perspective on what's happening in the Crescent City. Texas just pulled the plug on programs that helped women- and minority-owned small businesses compete for state contracts. The unemployment rate for Black women is at its highest in four years. We'll talk to the NAACP's Vice Chair about how the job losses are a direct result of Trump's racist policy decisions that have rolled back years of progress. And the HOPE Global Forums just wrapped up in Atlanta. The theme: "Future Proofing." We'll show you Roland's conversations with legendary director Bill Duke and the founder of a tech company that can put all your information on your wrist. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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