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8.6.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bomb Threat at TX Dem Hotel, Amb. Young on Voting Rights, Brain Eating Amoeba Death, July Jobs Slump Texas Democrats fighting back against GOP redistricting plans just got hit with a bomb threat at their hotel in Illinois. We've got Representatives Bowers and Reynolds joining us to break it all down and trust, they're not backing down. Also 60 years since the Voting Rights Act was signed into law. Civil rights icon Ambassador Andrew Young is here to reflect on the legacy of that moment and what's still at stake today. A tragic story out of South Carolina, a young boy dies after swimming in a lake, exposed to a rare brain-eating amoeba. His family joins us with a powerful message every parent needs to hear. The July jobs report just dropped and it's not pretty. Hiring is cooling off, and that could hit Black workers the hardest. Morgan Harper is here to explain what's really going on and how to stay ahead of the curve. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

8.4.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Abbott Threatens to Prosecute Absent Dems, Jay Jones’ AG Run, Jobs Report Fallout & Gut Health Tips Texas Governor Greg Abbott is threatening to track down and prosecute Democratic lawmakers who left the state to block a Republican redistricting vote. We've got Texas State Representative Charlene Johnson and Cliff Albright, co-founder of Black Voters Matter, breaking down what this political standoff means for democracy in Texas. Fresh off his win in the Democratic primary for Virginia Attorney General, Jay Jones is taking on Republican incumbent Jason Miyares this November. He joins us tonight to talk strategy, civil rights, and the road to victory. After a brutal jobs report that led to the firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief, Morgan Harper is here to break down what it means for the economy and working families. Then on Fit, Live, Win... Dr. Aja McCutchen joins us to explain why gut health is the foundation of your overall well-being. She's got the science and the steps to help you thrive from the inside out. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

8.1.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered | #RolandsBookClub: "Bad Law": Ten Laws Ruining America Exposed | "American Sirens": First Paramedics Were Black #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/3VDPKjs (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.

7.31.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Detroit Early Voting, TX Redistricting showdown, Trumpflation, Black Youth Mental Health Crisis Early voting is underway in Detroit's high-stakes mayoral primary. Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield is here to explain why she should be the city's next leader. In Texas, tensions are boiling over as Republicans push to redraw congressional maps that could give them five more seats. We'll take you to "ground zero" of this political power grab and talk to Tarrant County Commissioner Alisa Simmons, who's calling it out as racist and dangerous. And a silent crisis is growing: the rise of mental health struggles among Black youth. We have a licensed psychotherapist joining us to discuss this urgent issue and why suicide is on the rise among our youth. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

7.30.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Kamala Harris not running for Gov, Trump Taps Proud Boy Joe Kent, Bove Confirmed, Medicaid turns 60 After serious thought, former Vice President Kamala Harris decides not to run for governor of California. The twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, wants Proud Boy Joe Kent to be the next director of the National Counterterrorism Center. Yeah, he wants a domestic terrorist in charge of combating terrorism. The Senate confirms Trump loyalist Emil Bove to a lifetime seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit. It's been 60 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicaid into law. We'll talk with two experts about how Trump's big bill will impact the medical industry and the nearly 17 million Americans who are about to lose their Medicaid. And we'll meet the founder of Goode Foods, a family-owned canned beans and vegetables business. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

7.29.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Justin Justin Jones barred from Tesla event, Trump Climate Rollback, SNAP Data lawsuit, Puzzle Biz. Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones was barred from attending an event announcing a new state-sanctioned partnership with Tesla. He'll explain what happened. The Trump administration is proposing to revoke a key 2009 scientific finding that human-caused climate change poses a danger to human health and safety, making it the largest deregulatory action in American history. Nearly two-dozen states are suing the Trump administration for the USDA demanding private, sensitive data from millions of SNAP recipients. We'll discuss what's at stake. And tonight in tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace: We'll talk to a sister from Texas who turned her family puzzle nights into a thriving business. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

HIV isn’t over — it’s just been ignored. Black women account for a disproportionate number of new cases, the South is ground zero, and the stigma is still killing us. Roland Martin, Dr. Toyin Nwafor, Raheem DeVaughn, and frontline organizers break the silence on a public health crisis America refuses to face. In response to this staggering trend, Gilead Sciences has launched the Setting the P.A.C.E. initiative. The Prevention, Arts and Advocacy, Community, and Education program is a three-year, $12.6 million commitment aimed at expanding HIV prevention efforts in underserved communities. Dr. Toyin Nwafor, Executive Director of Gilead U.S. HIV Medical Affairs, and Raheem DeVaughn, an award-winning musician and partner in the Gilead Setting the P.A.C.E. initiative.

7.24.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: TX Dems vs GOP Redistricting, Maxwell DOJ Talk, Oak Bluffs Legacy, Birthright Ruling & Karen Chaos Texas Democrats are unlikely to have the votes to stop the GOP-led redistricting effort, which is up for debate tomorrow. Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell sat down with Trump's DOJ to discuss what she knows about her former boyfriend, Jeffrey Epstein, and his associates. For over a century, Black families, HBCU alums, artists, and change-makers have spent summers in Oak Bluffs, building a legacy on the shores of Martha's Vineyard. We'll talk with a Black-owned business founder about why some people don't question the high prices of designer collections, but challenge the value of his brand. A federal appeals court rules that Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship is unconstitutional. And yes, these Karens are out of control -- we've got more wild footage to show you. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

7.23.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Creek Freedmen Win Tribal Citizenship, HIV Crisis Solutions, Obama Claps Back & Big Tide Summit A major legal victory... Creek Freedmen are now officially tribal citizens. Civil rights attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons will explain what ruling means for Black Native identity and justice. Black women and Black trans women are still facing the highest HIV rates in the country.... We'll talk with Dr. Toyin Nwafor and singer Raheem DeVaughn about real solutions and their initiative to help end HIV. President Obama claps back, slamming Trump's latest claims of treason as desperate distractions. We'll break down the drama. Do you think you need a college degree to succeed in life? The Big Tide Summit says otherwise. In tonight's Tech Talk, we'll discuss the Big Tide Summit program, which is opening doors in STEM and skilled trades for our youth. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

7.22.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Accuses Obama of Treason, MLK Files Released, Warner Tribute & Mrs. Pruitt’s Gourmet Cha Cha Don "The Con" Trump is on the offensive again... This time accusing Former President Barack Obama of treason.... But with zero proof. It's the latest move to deflect mounting pressure over Epstein. Files tied to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination are released against his family's wishes. Now, Bernice King is demanding the same transparency when it comes to Epstein's powerful web. We continue to honor the legacy of actor, director, and musician Malcolm Jamal Warner. We'll talk to people who've worked with him throughout his career. In tonight's Shop Black Star Network Marketplace, we're serving up the bold flavors and rich legacy of Mrs. Pruitt's Gourmet Cha Cha. #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/3VDPKjs (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.

7.21.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Jacksonville Cops beat Black Man, BlackPAC Trump Poll, Visa Fraud Scheme, Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies Shocking video out of Jacksonville shows police violently dragging a young Black man from his car during a traffic stop. We'll talk to Civil Rights Attorney Harry Daniels, who is representing the victim, William McNeil Jr. New polling from BlackPAC reveals how Black voters are feeling with Donald "The Con" Trump back in the White House. Executive Director Adrianne Shropshire joins us with the surprising and telling results. Southern University expels its Omega Psi Phi chapter after a deadly hazing incident. Four law enforcement officials, including two current police chiefs in Louisiana, are accused of fabricating police reports in a scheme to obtain U.S. visas for immigrants illegally. And we remember the life and legacy of Malcolm-Jamal Warner following his tragic passing. 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.

7.18.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Vance ‘Big Ugly Bill’ Flop in Philly, Human Trafficking Office Cut & USDA Ends Black Farmer Support Vice President JD Vance hit Philly to hype Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," but Pennsylvanians aren't buying the spin as this law slashes food and health benefits for thousands across the state. We'll get reaction from State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and Senator Vincent Hughes, breaking down the real impact on working families. Plus, Trump moves to shut down federal sex trafficking prevention programs--putting vulnerable communities at risk. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is ending a 35-year effort that gave targeted support to farmers of color. And historic Black-owned radio station WURD is rocked by layoffs... Dr. James Peterson joins us to unpack what this means for Black media in Pennsylvania. #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.

7.17.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Senate Dems Walkout, GOP $9B Aid & NPR/PBS Cuts, Prison Phone Fee Outrage & Wild Tuberville Rant Senate Democrats stage a bold protest--walking out as Republicans push through yet another Trump-backed judicial nominee. Next, major funding cuts are on the chopping block. GOP lawmakers vote to slash $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting--threatening the future of NPR and PBS. We'll break down what these cuts mean and why they matter. In Louisville, outrage intensifies as the Justice Department recommends just one day in jail for the former officer convicted in the Breonna Taylor case--a decision that echoes the pain and protests of 2020. We'll hear from the Taylor family's attorney. Tonight, we're also talking about the high cost of prison phone calls in North Carolina, where Black residents are incarcerated at four times the rate of white residents. A former FCC Commissioner joins us to discuss. Plus--Senator Tommy Tuberville says, "If you don't want to be deported, don't hang around illegals." Seriously. We've got something to say about that. #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.

7.16.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump’s Voter Data Grab, Guard Exits LA, Judge Strikes Down Medical Debt Rule, CARES & U‑FIGHT Act The Trump administration and its allies are pushing to obtain voter data from states and inspect voting equipment. We'll discuss the implications with the Director of the Voting Rights Project. Two thousand National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles over a month ago, following protests against immigration enforcement raids, are being withdrawn. A federal judge strikes down a Biden administration rule removing medical debt from credit reports. We'll talk with a former Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau about what this means for consumers. National CARES is a pioneering initiative tackling the devastating impact of intergenerational poverty. We'll speak with the organization's new president about their mission and impact. This week, Senator Angela Alsobrooks and Congresswoman Shontel Brown introduced the U-FIGHT Act, a bold step toward expanding early detection and funding research to save the lives of Black women. Congresswoman Brown and a medical expert will be here to discuss the importance of this Act, especially for black women. #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.

7.15.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Jabari Peoples' Autopsy, Gary Mayor on $14B Steel Deal, Saint Augustine’s Alumni Silenced & GymWrap The parents of Jabari Peoples, the black 18-year-old killed by an Alabama police officer, are calling for transparency and justice. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump will discuss the findings of an independent autopsy, which reports that Jabari was shot in the back. Gary, Indiana, is home to the nation's largest steel mill. The mayor of this predominantly African American city will join us to discuss how the $14 billion partnership between U.S. Steel and Japan's Nippon Steel will impact his community. Voices of Saint Augustine's University alumni are being silenced. We will speak with the elected alumni representative, who has been chosen by his peers to serve on the board, about why the school leadership has yet to seat him. In tonight's Shop Black Star Network Marketplace! Nicole Ari Parker and Boris Kodjoe will be here to discuss GymWrap, a headband line designed to keep sweat from running into your eyes. #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.

7.14.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: NUL Conference, Moral Monday Protests, Alligator Alcatraz Tour, Texas Flood Aid & SAU Appeal The National Urban League Conference is underway in Cleveland. President & CEO Marc Morial is here to give us a preview of the State of Black America report that's coming out later this week. It's Moral Monday, and protests are sweeping the South. Faith leaders are taking a stand against deep budget cuts targeting schools, healthcare, and safety net programs that impact our communities most. In Florida, State Representative Shevrin Jones recently toured the controversial migrant detention center known as Alligator Alcatraz. He's here to share what he saw and the growing humanitarian concerns. Another Trump supporter is wondering where the government is to help her rebuild after the fatal Texas flood. North Carolina's Saint Augustine's University loses its accreditation appeal but promises legal action while planning to open for remote instruction this fall despite very low enrollment and mounting debt. #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.

7.11.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Mosby Verdict Overturned, GA Voter Purge, Trump AI Superman, Trumpers #FAFO, Nigeria Rejects Trump An appeals court overturned former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby's mortgage fraud conviction, but upheld her perjury convictions. Georgia's Secretary of State plans to remove nearly 480,000 names from the state's voter rolls before the end of summer. We'll talk to a Georgia State Representative and a former Clerk for Justice Thurgood Marshall about how this massive purge may disenfranchise voters. A new AI image of Trump as Superman is getting massive criticism. More and more Trump supporters are voicing their regret for putting that con man back into office. It's a real FAFO moment! Nigerian Foreign Minister quotes Public Enemy's Flavor Flav in response to Trump's proposal to deport Venezuelans to the African nation. #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.

7.10.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Charlie Kirk Attacks Austin Fire Chief, Judge blocks Birthright ruling, FEMA Food Delays, WP Columnist Quits Out of Texas--Right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk is targeting Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker, mocking him as the "DEI fire chief." FEMA's delayed response to the devastating Central Texas floods is drawing sharp criticism after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, whose department didn't approve emergency resources until 72 hours after the flooding began. A major shakeup at The Washington Post--and a powerful voice is speaking out. Veteran columnist Joe Davidson has resigned after 17 years. Why? He joins us shortly to share his decision. Plus, a federal judge in New Hampshire has blocked President Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship, handing a win to immigrant rights advocates. #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.

7.9.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: AFL-CIO Bus Tour vs Big Beautiful Bill, Ivey on Trump, Trump Africa Gaffe, Couple Trespass at Home The AFL-CIO is launching a nationwide bus tour next week to raise awareness about how federal government policies negatively impact working families. We'll speak with the International President of the Service Employees International Union about how workers are being taken advantage of by Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey will join us to talk about Trump's bills and policies. Trump hosted leaders from five African nations and completely embarrassed himself. We'll show you what the orange fool did. A black Florida couple gets accused of trespassing on their own property. We have the bodycam footage. And in tonight's Tech Talk segment: The Digital Equity Capacity Program, a federal grant initiative aimed at expanding high-speed internet in Georgia's rural and low-income communities, has been cut. We'll speak with an expert about how this decision is impacting everyday Americans. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/... 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.

7.8.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS OKs Fed Layoffs, Medicaid Farmworker Mandate, PSLF Shakeup, Deltas in DC & Leafy Bamboo TP The Supreme Court has just cleared the way for the Trump administration to restart massive layoffs across nearly two dozen federal agencies. We'll break down what this means for federal workers and services. The Trump administration is now signaling that able-bodied adults on Medicaid may soon be expected to replace undocumented farmworkers, as mass deportations ramp up across the country. Also tonight, we'll break down what "the orange one" has in store for your loan forgiveness programs. The proposed changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness could hit borrowers hard. We'll speak with an expert about what's at stake and how it could impact millions of Americans. The ladies of crimson and cream are taking over Washington, D.C., this week for the 57th National Convention of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. We'll speak with the sorority's international president about the significance of this historic gathering. And in tonight's Marketplace segment, we're spotlighting Leafy--an eco-friendly brand that's reinventing everyday essentials, starting with bamboo toilet paper. #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.

7.7.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: LA ICE Raid, Trump Signs Big Beautiful Budget, Faith Leaders Respond to bill & Fatal Texas Floods The twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, officially signed his "Big, Beautiful" budget into law. Black faith leaders took to the pulpit Sunday to discuss how the new law will impact the black community. We'll show you what they had to say. Did Trump's massive federal job cuts contribute to the number of people who died in the Texas flood? We'll speak with an expert from the Center for American Progress about the ongoing debate regarding who is to blame. A federal appeals court ruled that Alabama prosecutors violated the constitutional rights of a Black man sentenced to death in 1990. #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.

Tamara Parker did nothing wrong. She went to an auto parts store a car parts store looking for a part and days later was arrested, humiliated, and nearly erased — all because someone lied and the system didn’t care. She was never at the scene. The forensics proved it. Her life still shattered.

7.3.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Big Ugly Bill Passes, Jeffries’ Record Speech, Ala. Bodycam Fight, Jobs Report & NC Theft Case The Big Ugly Bill has passed in the House today with a narrow 218–214 vote. Only two Republicans voted against it. Before the vote, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries made history with the longest House floor speech ever recorded. We'll show you some of what he said. We'll talk to the attorney representing the black Alabama family of an 18-year-old gunned down by police. The family is demanding the release of the bodycam video. The June Jobs Report is in, and we'll discuss how the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill may impact these numbers and working families, with economist Morgan Harper. Also, a woman wrongfully accused of theft in North Carolina is fighting to reclaim her life. We'll talk with her and her attorney, Harry Daniels. #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.

7.2.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Mixed Diddy Verdict, Big Beautiful Bill Chaos, Frost Smacks GOP & CBC vs Big Ugly Bill A New York federal jury has acquitted Sean "Diddy" Combs of the most serious charges but convicted him on two of the five counts. We'll speak with legal analyst Candace Kelly and journalist Jasmine Simpkins, who have been covering the trial. House Republicans are racing to pass the "Big Beautiful Bill" before the public can fully react, applying intense pressure on their members ahead of the July 4th holiday. We hope to have Congresswomen Shontel Brown and Maxine Waters on tonight, if House Floor votes do not hold them up. During a nearly 12-hour House Rules Committee hearing Tuesday night, Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost hit a nerve with Republicans -- we'll show you what went down. We'll talk to a North Carolina woman who says a wrongful arrest left her jobless and homeless. The Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down the state's 176-year-old abortion ban. Paramount has settled a multi-million dollar lawsuit with Trump over CBS's 60 Minutes interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris. And on tonight's Tech Talk, we'll speak to the man behind a visionary initiative that is transforming how students connect with career opportunities in STEM. 7.1.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Senate Passes Trump’s Mega Spending Plan: Medicaid Cuts, Deportations & Wealthy Tax Breaks The Senate has passed Trump's sweeping tax and spending plan, and the stakes couldn't be higher. We're facing significant cuts to Medicaid and food assistance, massive increases in military spending, and billions more allocated for mass deportations and the border wall. At the same time, the wealthiest Americans benefit from new tax breaks. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Ohio Congresswoman Shontel Brown will be joining us to discuss the bill, the next steps in the fight to protect working families, political strategy, and the way forward. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott will provide insight into what these cuts could mean for local governments. DNC Chair Ken Martin will share his thoughts on the bill and outline his plans to rebuild the Democratic Party. #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.

7.1.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Senate Passes Trump’s Mega Spending Plan: Medicaid Cuts, Deportations & Wealthy Tax Breaks The Senate has passed Trump's sweeping tax and spending plan, and the stakes couldn't be higher. We're facing significant cuts to Medicaid and food assistance, massive increases in military spending, and billions more allocated for mass deportations and the border wall. At the same time, the wealthiest Americans benefit from new tax breaks. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Ohio Congresswoman Shontel Brown will be joining us to discuss the bill, the next steps in the fight to protect working families, political strategy, and the way forward. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott will provide insight into what these cuts could mean for local governments. DNC Chair Ken Martin will share his thoughts on the bill and outline his plans to rebuild the Democratic Party. #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.

6.30.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Moral Monday Exposes Trump’s Immoral Budget, Senate Megabill vote, Trump vs LA, Miami Election Delay Faith leaders from across the country joined Rev. Bishop William Barber today for Moral Monday, a national movement uniting against what they call an Immoral Budget. We were there broadcasting live. We'll show you some of what took place. A marathon vote continues in the Senate over Trump's massive megabill, and Republicans are divided on the issue. The Trump administration is going after sanctuary cities, specifically Los Angeles, alleging that it is obstructing immigration enforcement. With less than five months before Miami's mayoral and city commission elections, the city commission voted to postpone the vote until 2026. You know I've got something to say about that. We are on verdict watch in the Diddy trial. #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.

6.27.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS Birthright Ruling, Crockett vs MAGA, Moral Monday preview, Trump disrespects African reporter The Supreme Court has sided with the Trump administration in the birthright citizenship case, which limits the ability of federal judges to impose nationwide injunctions. We will examine how this decision affects our freedoms. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is here to discuss Iran, immigration, and MAGA's attempt to dismantle democracy. Dr. William Barber will provide a preview of the Moral Monday March to the nation's capital, where protesters will gather against Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." After top diplomats from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace agreement to address the ongoing war in eastern Congo, and in an underhanded slight, Trump tells an African reporter, "now you can go back to where you belong." We'll show you how this situation unfolded. And the R&B community mourns the loss of another legend. Walter Scott, a founding member of The Whispers, has passed away. #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.

6.26.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Diddy Trial Closing, SCOTUS Defunds Planned Parenthood, Crockett/Simon Roast GOP, Voter Fraud, Iran Explosive closing arguments in the Diddy trial... Prosecutors accuse Sean Combs of leading a criminal enterprise. We'll get the latest from legal analyst Candace Kelley. The Supreme Court opens the door for states to defund Planned Parenthood, putting essential health care for millions of women at risk. Fireworks on Capitol Hill during two hearings. Congresswomen Jasmine Crockett and Lateefah Simon go off on one MAGA Republican about visas, travel bans, and DEI. You don't want to miss that! We will also examine the findings of an expert in election forensics who claims there is statistical evidence of vote manipulation in the 2024 U.S. election. Iran has stated it will not back down on its nuclear program, despite U.S. and Israeli airstrikes. Congresswoman Alma Adams will join us to discuss the implications for U.S. foreign policy and the impact on our troops. #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.

6.25.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: McDonald’s Boycott/Suit, Mamdani’s NYC Win, Protest History, Karmelo Anthony Indicted, Shop Red Bag A national boycott of McDonald's is gaining momentum, led by The People's Union USA, as former franchisees file a lawsuit alleging discrimination against the fast-food giant. We have one of the attorneys and plaintiffs in the case joining us. In a major political shakeup, Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and state assembly member, wins New York City's Democratic mayoral primary. We'll examine how this win could reshape cost-of-living policies for working-class New Yorkers. The book "A Protest History of the United States" explores more than 400 years of resistance, proving that today's unrest is part of a long legacy. We'll talk to the author. The Black Texas teen who says he stabbed a white student at a track meet is facing first-degree murder charges. In our Marketplace, we're spotlighting Shop Red Bag, launched by Cistus Media -- a one-stop shop for Americans boycotting big-box stores like Target and Walmart. #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.

6.24.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ceasefire Fails, SCOTUS OKs Unjust Deportations, Rep. Green Impeachment Bid, Crockett Rips Oversight Missiles target U.S. bases, including the largest one in the Middle East. We've got the latest on the fallout and what it means for our troops. Trump won about 16–20% of the Black vote overall in 2024... So, where are those Black Republicans now? We are discussing Trump's Anti-black Agenda with Conservative voice Shelley Wynter. While Target remains on the boycott list, the National Baptist Convention is in the hot seat after cashing a $300,000 check from the retailer. Now, some faith leaders say the move sells out Black values for corporate dollars. And we'll have a recap of the Virginia Democrats' Commonwealth Gala. #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.

6.23.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Iran Fires Missiles at US Bases, Trump Anti-Black Agenda, Target-Nat’l Baptist Drama, VA Dems Gala Missiles target U.S. bases, including the largest one in the Middle East. We've got the latest on the fallout and what it means for our troops. Trump won about 16–20% of the Black vote overall in 2024... So, where are those Black Republicans now? We are discussing Trump's Anti-black Agenda with Conservative voice Shelley Wynter. While Target remains on the boycott list, the National Baptist Convention is in the hot seat after cashing a $300,000 check from the retailer. Now, some faith leaders say the move sells out Black values for corporate dollars. And we'll have a recap of the Virginia Democrats' Commonwealth Gala. #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.

6.18.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Judge Blocks $600M EPA Cut, Hegseth Dodges, Galveston Vote Fight, NH Racist Email & FAMU/TSU News A federal judge ruled that the EPA's decision to cut $600 million in environmental justice grants was unlawful. Pete Hegseth dodges tough questions on Capitol Hill about deploying military force against Americans. In Texas, a redistricting battle in Galveston could wipe out Black voting power. Simone Leeper from the Campaign Legal Center joins us with the latest legal fight to stop it. Plus, a New Hampshire lawmaker sends an openly racist email blaming African Americans, NOT guns, for violence in America. Florida's Board of Governors confirmed controversial Marva Johnson as Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's 13th President. And Tennessee State University secures millions in state funding after years of financial neglect. #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.

6.20.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Shocking Diddy Audio, Trump Eyes Iran Strike, USDA DEI Cuts & Trump Keeps CA Guard Control Explosive courtroom drama and shocking audio rock the Diddy trial. Legal analyst Candace Kelley joins us with the latest developments from inside the courtroom. As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, Trump considers U.S. military action. National security expert Dr. Nola Haynes explains why we should be concerned about developments in the Middle East. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is cutting nearly $149 million from its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs. Congressman Jackson joins us to discuss the impact and what happens next. The MAGA fools have lost their minds when it comes to Juneteenth. Roland has a few words for the less melanated people who disrespected the holiday. And we remember two lives lost: Esaw Snipes-Garner, widow of Eric Garner, and Cavin Yarbrough, half of the legendary R&B duo Yarbrough & Peoples. #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.

In a blistering congressional hearing, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett dismantled the GOP’s fear tactics, called out their silence on white supremacy, and demanded answers for the $221 million spent on a propaganda ICE operation no one asked for.

6.17.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: NAACP Sues Musk’s xAI, Emanuel 9 Remembered, League’s Unite & Rise, InBooze Spotlight The NAACP and the Southern Environmental Law Center have put billionaire Elon Musk's xAI on notice. They plan to file a lawsuit against his Memphis, Tennessee, company over air pollution from the AI startup's data center. We'll talk to the NAACP's Director of the Center for Environmental and Climate Justice about how xAI's methane gas turbines are polluting the air. Ten years ago today, the 'Emanuel 9' were murdered in Charleston, South Carolina. We'll talk to a victim's family member about honoring their memory, uplifting their legacy, and reflecting on what's changed and what hasn't since that night shook the soul of America. Also tonight, a new wave of resistance is rising. The League of Women Voters has launched Unite & Rise 8.5, mobilizing 8.5 million Americans to push back against anti-democratic policies. CEO Celina Stewart is here to break it down and tell you how to plug in. And in tonight's Marketplace, we're drinking smarter! You'll meet the founder of InBooze, the all-natural cocktail kit company, shaking up your happy hour with flavor and wellness. #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.

6.16.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: NAACP Excludes Trump, Minn. Rep. Suspect Caught, L.A. Erupts amid ICE Crackdown, Diddy Juror Tossed For the first time in its 116-year history, the NAACP will exclude a sitting president at its annual convention. The manhunt is over... A state rep assassinated... Her husband gunned down... And a Senator and his wife fighting for their lives.... The suspect... Caught--- Is this the new face of political violence in America? Minnesota State Representative Esther Agbaje is here, and she's not holding back. Los Angeles is on edge. Protests erupt, troops deployed, and the Trump administration's crackdown has Black and immigrant communities in the crosshairs.Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove joins us live with a powerful message from the front lines. And in the Diddy trial.... A juror has just been dismissed. Legal analyst Candace Kelley explains what this could mean for the case going forward. #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.

Florida’s Attorney General demanded more ICE raids. One Black sheriff stood up — and refused.

Trump’s travel ban didn’t just target Muslims — it disproportionately hit Black-majority nations across Africa. And the excuses didn’t hold up under scrutiny.

Members of Congress aren't having it. Trump’s ICE raids and troop deployments in California sparked outrage — and Pete Hegseth got absolutely cooked trying to defend it.

6.13.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump’s Dictator Parade, Dem Governors Defend Sanctuary Laws, Moulton vs Hegseth & Rangel Farewell Is it a birthday bash or a flex of power... Trump will roll out tanks and troops through D.C. on his 79th birthday, turning the Army's 250th anniversary into a political spectacle. But not everyone's celebrating. Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a former Army captain, joins us to call it out. Then Capitol Hill gets heated.... Congressman Seth Moulton confronts Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over explosive allegations of leaked classified information. We'll say goodbye to a legend. Harlem's own Congressman Charles Rangel is laid to rest. Tonight, we honor the legacy of a man who broke barriers and built bridges for Black America. And we'll show you my Juneteenth speech I delivered in Memphis. #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.

6.12.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Sen. Padilla Dragged & Detained, LA ICE Raids Tear Families Apart & 2K ‘No Kings’ Protests When U.S. Senators are being handcuffed for asking questions, we've got a serious problem. We've got the video and the backlash after Senator Alex Padilla was dragged out and detained for challenging Homeland Security. Meanwhile, Trump's crackdown in L.A. is tearing Black and Brown families apart. Thousands of troops, ICE raids, and a legal showdown are underway. Legal expert Arnold Bray is here to break it down. And this weekend it's about to go down. "No Kings" protests will hit nearly 2,000 cities while Trump throws himself a Birthday parade in D.C..... Trump's is warning for demonstrators ahead of the protest. #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.

6.11.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Renames Confederate Bases, $45M Dictator Parade, Travel Ban Protests & AI for Black Community The twice-impeached, criminally convicted former president Donald Trump says he's restoring the original names of several military bases that once honored Confederate leaders. D.C. is preparing for Trump's military parade, which is estimated to cost between $25 million and $45 million. We'll break it all down. But isn't this the administration that wants to cut costs? Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick joins us to discuss growing condemnation of Trump's sweeping new travel ban and the wave of immigration protests erupting across the country. Democratic leaders Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Senator Chuck Schumer pleaded with House Republicans to do the right thing and vote NO on the GOP Tax Scam. In New Jersey, a grand jury indicts Democratic Congresswoman LaMonica McIver on federal charges stemming from last month's clash outside a Newark ICE detention center. And on tonight's Tech Talk, we'll discuss how AI workshops can benefit the Black community.#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.

6.10.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Hegseth Grilled Over $134M Calif. Guard Deployment, FL Sheriff-AG Clash, TX Voting Law & Cologne Butter The military deployment to manage California's anti-ICE protests is expected to cost $134 million. We'll show you how Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth got grilled during today's hearing on Capitol Hill. There's a showdown between a Black Florida sheriff and the state attorney general over the issue of prioritizing the arrest of immigrants. A new study by the Brennan Center for Justice reveals that Texas' 2021 voting law is making it significantly harder for Black and Brown communities to vote by mail. We'll speak with an expert about the implications as we head into the next election cycle. In North Carolina, a judge granted a $20 million default judgment against Saint Augustine's University, and we are hearing that layoffs are imminent as a result. In tonight's Marketplace segment, we'll spotlight Cologne Butter, a skincare line that offers body butters infused with cologne and perfume. #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.

6.9.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: 300 National Guard in LA, Waters Denied, Travel Ban Hits Black Nations, Diddy Trial, Sly Stone Dies Over the weekend, the Trump administration deployed 300 National Guard troops to Los Angeles following violent clashes between law enforcement and protesters sparked by aggressive immigration enforcement operations. We'll break down how this move may violate state sanctuary laws. Congresswoman Maxine Waters was reportedly denied entry to a Federal Bureau of Prisons facility in Los Angeles, with staff going so far as to slam the door in her face. Trump's new travel ban is officially in effect--targeting some of the world's poorest and most vulnerable nations. We'll discuss how this policy disproportionately impacts majority-Black countries. A former girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs--identified by the pseudonym "Jane" has returned to the stand after an emotional breakdown last week while detailing disturbing encounters. Legal analyst Candace Kelley joins us to break it all down. And sad news in the music world...Funk pioneer Sly Stone, leader of Sly and the Family Stone, had died. #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.

6.6.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MAGA Targets Black Votes: Texas/La. Fight Back, Job Market Woes, Deportee Returns, Booker-Cruz Clash We've been telling ya'll - these MAGA maggots are coming after our votes! We'll show you how lawmakers in Texas and Louisiana are fighting back! Our job market is sending mixed signals. While the numbers suggest growth, millions of working families continue to struggle to make ends meet. We'll have an analysis of May's job report with economic justice advocate Morgan Harper. The 29-year-old Salvadoran man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador is now returning to the U.S to face federal charges. We'll show you the heated exchange on Capitol Hill between Senators Cory Booker and Ted Cruz during the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on threats against federal judges. We've got the highlights. And--we'll tackle the growing mental health crisis among Black males, both young and old. A licensed psychotherapist joins us to discuss key factors and offer guidance on how families can support their loved ones. #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.

6.4.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ras Baraka Sues After Arrest, CBO Blasts Big Beautiful Bill, Crockett for Top Oversight Panel Spot Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is breaking his silence and taking legal action after his controversial arrest outside an immigration detention center, he says it was politically motivated, and he's joining us live as he campaigns for governor. Plus, a scathing new report from the Congressional Budget Office drops the hammer on House Republicans... "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." The CBO says it could blow a $2.4 trillion hole in the deficit and leave millions without health care. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett makes a bold move to lead Democrats on the powerful House Oversight Committee, hoping to bring the Democratic Party back from the Brink. #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.

6.3.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Damning Diddy Trial Testimony, DOJ Grant Lawsuit, Michael Blake for NY Mayor & HBCU Fashion In the Diddy trial, prosecutors called the California hotel security guard where Sean "Diddy" Combs was caught on video assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in March 2016. Legal Analyst Candace Kelley joins us to break down today's testimony. A national leader in criminal justice reform files a class-action lawsuit against the Department of Justice after the sudden termination of $820 million in grant funding. We'll speak with some folks involved in the case. The New York Mayoral Primary is three weeks away. Tonight, we'll speak with candidate Michael Blake about why he's the best candidate for the job. In today's Shop the Marketplace segment, we're spotlighting HBCU Legacy Fashion, a brand that redefines how families celebrate their HBCU pride with timeless style and purpose. #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.

6.2.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Texas GOP Gerrymander, Tulsa’s $105M Road to Repair, Joni Ernst & Moral Monday Arrest MAGA strikes again, in Tarrant County, Texas, commissioners are set to vote on a new political map after two months of debate over whether Republicans are trying to politically or racially gerrymander the county. Tulsa's first Black mayor, Monroe Nichols, is unveiling a bold new initiative--The Road to Repair. We'll talk to the mayor and Civil Rights Attorney, and Justice for Greenwood founder Damario Solomon-Simmon about the $105 million investment to help restore what was stolen from Black families impacted by the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa is under scrutiny for her handling of voter concerns at a recent town hall. A federal appeals court has blocked a Trump-era attempt to slash thousands of federal jobs, ruling that the former president overstepped. We'll discuss the impact. It's Moral Monday! Rev. Dr. William J. Barber will share details about his arrest today and explain how they are standing against Trump's budget, which threatens to harm the most vulnerable among us. #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.

5.30.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Shocking S.C. Ocean Blvd Shooting, Trump Ends Black Biz Aid & History Channel Omits Slavery A deadly shooting on South Carolina's Ocean Boulevard leaves 11 people injured--including teens-- and one person dead. Community leaders question whether the dead suspect shot the 11 people before police killed him. Tonight, we'll speak with an activist searching for answers and one of those young survivors who will share what really happened during the chaos and what's next for her recovery. The twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, moves to end a program that's helped Black business entrepreneurs for decades. We'll discuss what this means for our community's future and economic power. With the changes in education, what's the future for charter schools? The CEO of the National Charter Collaborative will be present to discuss how the administration's policies may affect charter schools. And renowned historian Gerald Horne, author of The Counter Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery & Jim Crow and the Roots of American Fascism, will be here to discuss the History Channel's omission of slavery in the series, "The Men Who Built America." You don't want to miss that conversation. #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.

5.29.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Explosive Diddy Testimony, Trump Tariffs Paused, Musk Quits DOGE, Visa Crisis & RFK Vaccine Update Explosive testimony rocks the courtroom in the Diddy trial... His former assistant takes the stand, accusing the hip-hop mogul of repeated sexual assault. We've got the latest from inside the courtroom and what it could mean for the case. A federal appeals court granted the Trump administration's request to temporarily pause a lower-court ruling that struck down most of Trump's tariffs. Elon Musk is out... The billionaire walks away from DOGE... So why the early exit and what does this mean for your tax dollars and so called "efficiency" in Washington. And Black international students are being caught in the crossfire of a changing visa system. We're talking delays, denials, and deep uncertainty. We'll break down what's happening and Nana Gyamfi from the Black Alliance for Just Immigration joins RMU to talk about the real impact on Black students and families. Plus, RFK drops COVID vaccine recommendations for healthy kids and pregnant women, and health experts warn another pandemic could be on the horizon. #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.

5.28.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: NC Voter Roll Lawsuit, Diddy Trial Update, Musk Rips ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ & Mike Sumler’s Death The Justice Department sues North Carolina, accusing state election officials of failing to maintain accurate voter registration lists, which could potentially impact hundreds of thousands of registrations. We'll break down what's at stake and how this lawsuit could affect upcoming elections. Inside the Diddy trial... Emotional testimony today, detailing allegations of violent acts. We'll discuss the latest developments, including the denial of the mistrial. Plus, the "Big Beautiful Bill" may not be so pretty after all. Elon Musk is blasting the GOP's massive tax and spending plan, calling it a terrible deal for America. What does this mean for your wallet and the future of the national debt? And some sad news, Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler, a member of the legendary music group Kool & the Gang, died in a car crash. #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.