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In an astonishing 12-minute Fox News interview with Trey Gowdy, candidate Darline Graham spent a mere 36 seconds addressing actual policies and where she stands on key issues!

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Republican Rep. Nancy Mace has proposed a bill in Congress to eliminate the Congressional Black Caucus (and other race-based advocacy groups) on the grounds that they are “racist.” Oh, the irony. Join hosts Angela Rye, and guest-hosts Joy Reid and Garrison Hayes, for this segment from episode #142 that aired on 07-30-26. Nolan Wells New Audio: https://www.threads.com/@datgurlnetta/post/DbUbes4ju3d?xmt=AQG07pC7utnyxcbXqQ39KrAZ6MU_8nD1fHk_mDj77uY9VaYMOJ0ywbO0FVhRFI9nc-psDEk&slof=1 If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was Khloe’s husband in the wrong for giving the makeup-kit-raffle prize to his female coworker instead of taking it home to the wife? It was an expensive makeup kit. Would you be mad if your husband did this? Then when Khloe decided to bring their marriage drama into the public square, it became a different kind of viral conversation. Join host Angela Rye and guest-host Garrison Hayes for ALL the tea. READ MORE The Shade Room Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DbM1aU1DJaC/?img_index=1 If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have updates on the case of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old who disappeared over fourth of July while boating with his white friends. New audio has been uncovered from the day of his disappearance that raises questions about the official narrative–or does it? Join host Angela Rye along with special guest-hosts, Joy Reid and Garrison Hayes, for episode 142 of Native Land Pod. FYSA HEADLINES –Democrats have chosen South Carolina as their first-in-the-nation primary, giving Black voters there a larger impact on the presidential race. –A Protestor takes over the mic during a Madison, WI police press conference, following the police shooting death of Corey Ruiz. –Republican Rep. Nancy Mace proposes a bill to eliminate the Congressional Black Caucus. –The Senate confirms election-denier Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence. –Coppin State University President Anthony Jenkins has implemented a program offering in-state tuition to students from states with no HBCUs. LINKS AND RESOURCES Study on Poverty & Brain Health: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/07/27/stress-poverty-can-result-early-brain-decline-study-says/ Nolan Wells New Audio: https://www.threads.com/@datgurlnetta/post/DbUbes4ju3d?xmt=AQG07pC7utnyxcbXqQ39KrAZ6MU_8nD1fHk_mDj77uY9VaYMOJ0ywbO0FVhRFI9nc-psDEk&slof=1 SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 96 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, Jennifer holds recent controversial legislative developments in Massachusetts up for much needed scrutiny. Jennifer is a seasoned political strategist and commentator based in the Bay State, whose career has focused on engaging women in politics, dissecting policy decisions, and amplifying conservative viewpoints on governance and American civil liberties. Her perspective is informed by lived experience in Massachusetts politics, research in civil rights history, and firsthand recollections of pivotal national events. Jennifer takes a critical look at Massachusetts Senate Bill 2134, which would create the state's first permanent commission dedicated to the interests of American Muslims. She scrutinizes the bill's structure, the political motivations behind its creation, and argues it challenges the principle of separation of church and state. Jennifer reviews demographic data comparing Catholic, Jewish, and Muslim populations in the state and questions why similar commissions for larger religious groups have not been proposed. She invokes memories of September 11, 2001, highlights her concerns about what she describes as preferential treatment and radical ideologies, and urges listeners to hold elected officials accountable for policy decisions that could set national precedents. This episode raises pointed arguments about DEI policies, potential backlashes, and the broader direction of state and national politics. "I'm not sure why we are being taken over by radical ideology such as Islam, such as socialism, such as Marxism. These things are not okay." ~Jennifer Nassour Today on Political Contessa: Massachusetts Senate 2134 would establish a permanent state commission advising on issues related to American Muslims. The commission would be appointed by high-ranking state officials including the governor, attorney general, and secretary of state. Demographic comparisons were made between Catholic, Jewish, and Muslim populations in Massachusetts. Jennifer raises concerns about the separation of church and state. The episode references the impact of September 11, 2001, on Massachusetts residents. Questions are posed about why other religious groups have not received similar commissions. The bill’s advisory function extends to recommending appointees for government positions. Listeners are encouraged to scrutinize local legislators’ votes and push back on radical ideologies. Resources Mentioned: Massachusetts Senate Bill 2134 (An Act Promoting the Civil Rights and Inclusion of American Muslims in the Commonwealth) Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Federal power gets more concentrated, are our institutions built for this moment? The NAACP, Urban League, and others that have been on the front lines for our communities–what are their roles now? Do we fix and rebuild what we have, tear down what’s not working, or start something new? Join host Angela Rye with special guest Melanie Campbell. GUESTS Melanie Campbell - President of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever READ MORE 10th Annual Sister Vote Poll: https://www.ncbcp.org/reports/BWR-WomensEqualityDaySurveyResults-072126.pdf Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 27, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate checks in from the campaign trail. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There is a coordinated effort to suppress the votes of Black folks. SCOTUS weakened the Voting Rights Act in their Louisiana v. Calais decision, and redistricting has papered over majority-Black districts. However, courts have prevented the Trump administration from limiting mail-in ballots, and there are measures to be taken to restore and protect our right to vote. Join Bakari Sellers and guests for this special bonus segment from the NAACP’s 117th National Convention. GUESTS Kristen Clarke – NAACP General Counsel Don Leonard Scott Jr – Virginia State House Speaker IN THIS EPISODE 00:00:00 Intro 1:50 The New Battles for Voting Rights 16:35 What’s Coming Next? 24:45 CTAs SUBMIT A QUESTION If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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State Rep. Angie Nixon is facing two misdemeanor charges for her participation in a sit-in protest against Florida’s redistricting efforts outside governor Ron DeSantis’ office. Rep. Nixon joins Angela Rye for this live solo MiniPod to talk charges, Florida, and her bid for the U.S. senate. Read more: https://www.wctv.tv/2026/07/15/florida-rep-angie-nixon-charged-sit-in-redistricting-protest/ Support Rep. Nixon's Senate Campaign: https://angienixon.com/ If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the NAACP convention in Chicago: the cases of Nolan Wells and Karmelo Anthony have raised concerns about the treatment of Black youth and the narratives that shape public perception before due process can take its course. Black communities question whether the systems designed to protect them are working fairly and equitably. From the stage, Larry Hoover’s mother makes a plea for his clemency. Larry is a reformed man who served 50+ years in prison for his role founding the Gangster Disciples. Remember the church protest in Minneapolis that got Don Lemon and Georgia Fort arrested? They aren’t the only ones facing B.S. charges… We’ll hear from student activist Jerome Richardson. And civil rights attorney Ben Crump has represented the family of Nolan Wells, George Floyd, Trayvon Martin, and others. Crump pushes these cases forward even after national attention has moved on. Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 141 of Native Land Pod, in conjunction with the 117th NAACP National Convention. GUESTS Derrick Johnson – NAACP President & CEO Ben Crump – Civil Rights Attorney Jerome Richardson – Activist Winndye Jenkins-Hoover – Community Activist LINKS AND RESOURCES Volunteer with the NAACP: https://naacp.org/volunteer Support Jermoe Richardson’s Legal Defense Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jerome-richardsons-legal-defense Learn more about Larry Hoover: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/15/street-gang-leader-larry-hoover-clemency-bid-gov-jb-pritzker/ Learn more about the NAACP Convention: https://naacp.org/convention SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 103 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Monday I sat down with Friend of the Blog Erin Petrey to discuss her recent campaign for the Democratic nomination in Kentucky’s 6th Congressional district. That race was won by Zach Dembo (website here; this is one where we really do have a chance in a Blue Wave) but Erin nevertheless considered it to be a successful effort. In the pod we discuss her learning curve as a candidate, her approach to the various social media channels and what she was able to derive from each (surprisingly, Threads good and both Bluesky and X bad), her relationships with local, state, and national Democratic organizations, how she handled interactions with opposing candidates on both sides of the aisle, the struggles associated with having conversations with often extremely enthusiastic BlueAnon types, the challenges of running as a progressive in a marginal district, and the problem of vetting. We close with yet another discussion of the political and legal realities of the McConnell Situation, which I’m sure you have definitely not heard enough about. Transcript is here. I have begun to take the liberty of running the transcripts through Co-Pilot, so it should be cleaner than usual and speakers are identified. I would not, however, quote directly from the transcript; if you need a quote it’s safest to find it in the audio. Apple Podcasts Android Youtube Podchaser Podcast Index Subscribe by E-mail Audible Spotify Amazon Music The post LGM Podcast: Learning on the Campaign Trail appeared first on Lawyers, Guns & Money.

On Monday I sat down with Friend of the Blog Erin Petrey to discuss her recent campaign for the Democratic nomination in Kentucky’s 6th Congressional district. That race was won by Zach Dembo (website here; this is one where we really do have a chance in a Blue Wave) but Erin nevertheless considered it to […] The post LGM Podcast: Learning on the Campaign Trail appeared first on Lawyers, Guns & Money.

July 23, 2026 ~ Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed joins Kevin Dietz for a campaign update, discussing his priorities, message to voters, and the state of Michigan's Senate race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do some fights for justice hit a wall while others succeed? That’s the central premise of civil rights leader Rashad Robinson’s new book, From Presence to Power (out July 28th). Marches and social media fads alone do not gain the needed leverage over politicians and corporate executives to make change. Rashad shows us how to get from point A to point B, and achieve real power. Pre-Order From Presence to Power: https://www.rashadrobinson.com/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic leadership in congress is split over a vote on blocking Israel aid. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told his colleagues that he will not support an amendment aimed at cutting off U.S. aid to Israel. His second-in-command, Katherine Clark, has said that she will. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #140 that aired on 07-16-26 LINKS AND RESOURCES Rep Ro Khanna Detained by Settlers: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/12/detained-by-settlers-us-democrat-ro-khanna-now-faces-pro-israel-attacks If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was Jaylen Brown Traded for Advocating for Black Wealth? Jaylen Brown is calling for NBA players to receive equity in the teams they play for. Is this why the Celtics traded him?? It’s not all about the NBA; Jaylen’s efforts to educate the Black community about wealth building do not go unnoticed on Native Land Pod. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this week’s MiniPod. LINKS AND RESOURCES The Boston Exchange: https://bxchange.org/about/ Furloughs at the International African American Museum: https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/jun/15/international-african-american-museum-furlough-staff If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

H to the IZZO and is Yo President a Ho?! The summer of scam continues! From Mississippi’s governor turning down SNAP funds, to Jay-Z fans crashing through security, to rapper Boosie paying two MAGA-thieves for a Trump pardon that never materialized. And we’ve received your kind messages about host Andrew Gillum. We’ll playback some of your responses to last week’s episode. Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 140 of Native Land Pod. FYSA HEADLINES --- NYC’s Mayor Mamdani comments on a security breach at a JAY-Z concert in New York. --- Lindsay Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been tapped to replace Lindsay as S.C.’s acting senator. --- E Jean Carroll has finally received $5.6 million from Trump after her successful sexual abuse and defamation case. --- Rapper Boosie Badazz paid known MAGA scammers Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman $600K for a Trump pardon. --- Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves opted out of Summer EBT (SNAP) for the third year in a row. --- ICE officers fatally shoot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, two men in less than a week. --- An update from Lil Durk’s attorney, Drew Findling. Lil Durk is facing a murder-for-hire charges. LINKS AND RESOURCES Rep Ro Khanna Detained by Settlers: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/12/detained-by-settlers-us-democrat-ro-khanna-now-faces-pro-israel-attacks Mississippi Today on Summer EBT: https://mississippitoday.org/2026/07/06/mississippi-summer-hunger-kids/ SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 110 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, Jennifer invites listeners into a lighthearted yet insightful summer conversation. Jennifer has served as a prominent voice for empowering women to engage in politics and strengthen their communities. Known for her practical wisdom, humor, and relatable experiences as both a professional and a soccer mom, Jennifer offers a distinctive perspective on how culture, travel, and everyday joys intersect with American political identity. Jennifer explores the cultural impact of the World Cup’s arrival in the United States, sharing entertaining stories of international soccer fans, especially the Scottish Tartans, bringing humor and life to Boston. She dives into the phenomenon of foreign visitors marveling at America’s massive portion sizes, love of ranch dressing, and abundance of shopping options, from Target to Costco. Jennifer presents a controversial rebuke of mainstream media’s negative portrayal of American culture, emphasizing how in-person experiences transform perceptions and showcase American freedoms and hospitality. The episode examines the power of fun and national pride to reshape the narrative about what it means to live in “the land of the free and the home of the brave,” especially as America approaches its 250th anniversary. “They fall in love with Costco, they fall in love with Target, they fall in love with Walmart. But they also are amazed by the sizes and the portions of our food, which I think is so funny.” ~Jennifer This week on Political Contessa: Massachusetts needs more fun and spontaneity International fans bring unexpected joy and mischief to Boston Foreign visitors are shocked by American food portions and consumer choices American ranch dressing becomes a coveted souvenir Mainstream media misrepresents Americans and American culture The abundance of freedom and choice in the United States America’s brand as “land of the free and home of the brave” endures Reflection on gratitude and appreciation for American life during the country’s 250th anniversary Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump has been doing his best to bypass Congress and the courts whenever he can. In this episode, we take stock of how far Trump has gone to consolidate power in the executive branch. In a recent example of executive power expanding, SCOTUS granted the president the right to fire independent Federal commissioners. Trump then removed ALL the board members of the Election Assistance Committee, an independent committee established by Congress to assist States during election time. One of Trump’s most important supporters in his efforts to become a de facto king was Senator Lindsay Graham, who passed away last weekend. Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What was it like to run a congressional campaign for the first time? And what were the biggest takeaways and lessons from that experience? Sherman shares a preview of the experiences and lessons on the campaign trail in one of the largest congressional districts in the country.Support the showVisit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute!JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level!IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

18-year-old Nolan Wells was found dead after going missing while boating off the coast of Mississippi with a group of all-white friends. Nolan is Black, mixed race. In a county that is 66% white, 19% Black, the white sheriff was quick to close the investigation into Nolan’s death and say there was no wrongdoing. The mother of one of the boys involved is a local judge, and she was quick to get on social media and echo the sheriff’s statement. We’re not saying there was foul play. We are saying that the rush to claim ‘no foul play’ breeds mistrust in a racially sensitive case. Our hearts go out to the Wells family in their quest for answers. GoFundMe for the Well’s Family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-nolan-xavier-wells If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Native Land Pod is without one of our hosts for this episode. We ask for your prayers and support for Andrew Gillum, who was arrested in Daphne, Alabama last week. Andrew was charged with marijuana possession and unlawful possession of a controlled substance. One of the officers said they saw a glass pipe in the center console, prompting a search of his vehicle. In this episode, our hosts respond to the press coverage of Andrew’s arrest, process hard feelings, and reflect on how best to support loved ones struggling with addiction. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for episode 139 of Native Land Pod. LINKS AND RESOURCES The Grio Post about Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/p/DagtHtxjQ1t/?img_index=1 IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 Intro SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 117 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Jennifer spotlights the recent controversy surrounding Usha Vance, the Second Lady of the United States and a Yale-educated attorney. Usha, pregnant with her fourth child, recently found herself the subject of criticism after wearing an $8.75 Old Navy maternity dress during a public interview alongside Vice President Vance. With extensive professional accomplishments and a growing family, Usha has quickly become a prominent figure in American public life, balancing her legal expertise with her visibility as a political spouse. The conversation focused on the New York Times' fashion critic’s public disparagement of Usha Vance’s affordable maternity dress, igniting a broader dialogue about sexism, double standards, and societal expectations for women in the public eye. A key theme that emerged was the persistent policing of women’s appearance, particularly when juxtaposed against political narratives or personal choices. The discussion explored the hypocrisy of celebrating similar wardrobe choices for some women but criticizing them for others, especially along partisan lines. Jennifer issued a candid call for mutual respect, challenging listeners to consider the broader implications of the scrutiny women face in the media and public life. Several points were raised, including how affordable personal style can be misinterpreted and the ongoing need for equality and kindness in evaluating women’s choices, regardless of political affiliation. “Why in 2026, do we have a newspaper that, whether we like the New York Times or not, is a major player in the newspaper world writing anything about a woman's wardrobe, especially a pregnant woman's clothing?” ~Jennifer Nassour This week on Political Contessa: Scrutiny of Usha Vance’s $8.75 Old Navy maternity dress Impact of media criticism on political spouses Hypocrisy in societal reactions to women’s clothing choices Differences in treatment based on political affiliation The experience of pregnancy and finding affordable maternity clothing Challenge to stop policing women’s appearances Encouragement for respect, equity, and kindness among women Reflection on women attacking other women in the public sphere Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America turns 250 this year. It's also a midterm election year. We asked three special guests to answer the question: Is America Great Yet (no but seriously)? Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum on stage at Essence Fest 2026 in New Orleans. GUESTS Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) State Sen. Royce Duplessis (LA District 5) SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black voters have delivered the Democratic Party victory after victory. In return, Democrats have failed to advance and protect the interests of the Black community. It’s time for a hard conversation. Our guest today is Ashley Etienne and the topic is her recent op-ed article titled, “The Party We Built, The Bill Has Come Due.” The episode starts with an update on Karmelo Anthony’s trial and NLP host Andrew Gillum’s recent arrest. READ MORE Ashley’s Op-Ed: https://www.essence.com/news/politics/black-people-democratic-party/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawyer faces disbarment & Gov. DeSantis won't go on campaign trail for tax cuts

Our hosts debate if the Democratic “big tent” is big enough for socialists after the DSA (Democratic Socialists of America) takeover of NYC’s primaries. Will socialists sabotage Democrats in the midterms? Heads up y’all, this one gets heated! Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #138 that aired on 07-02-26 DSA Party Platform: https://platform.dsausa.org/ If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the fourth of July mean to a descendent of slavery? How do we process a 250th anniversary with a government that is taking our rights and erasing our history? Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this Native Land MiniPod. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” is the hit of the summer, a song that glorifies scamming. Does music like this set a bad example for the Black community or do older generations just need something to complain about? Plus, our hosts debate if the Democratic “big tent” is big enough for socialists after the DSA (Democratic Socialists of America) takeover of NYC’s primaries. Will socialists sabotage Democrats in the midterms? Heads up y’all, this one gets heated! Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 138 of Native Land Pod. FYSA HEADLINES 1. SCOTUS finished this session with everything from Trump’s executive authority to birthright citizenship. Folks are asking why so many opinions at once? 2. 50 Cent will perform at Donald Trump Jr.'s members-only MAGA club on July 3rd. 3. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announces the establishment of "The Office of Gun Violence Reduction." 4. Former NFL star Chris Johnson on Good Morning America opens up about his ALS diagnosis. 5. The Trump family’s crypto gains have topped $2 billion. That’s about the same amount of money that investors in Trump’s crypto ventures have lost. LINKS AND RESOURCES SCOTUS End-of-Term Opinions: https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/06/the-final-four-cases/ DSA Party Platform: https://platform.dsausa.org/ ChicagoOffice of Gun Violence Prevention Announcement: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaD8rm-I_9m/ SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 124 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Jennifer welcomes Christina Delisio, a seasoned community leader and former Manchester Planning Board member, who is currently running for State Representative in Massachusetts' 5th Essex District. Christina brings nearly a decade of experience championing local issues, a background in law, public service teaching, and environmental consulting. Raised in Pennsylvania with a deep respect for civic duty, Christina has navigated the complexities of local government, environmental regulations, and family life, making her campaign uniquely informed by hands-on experience and a commitment to public advocacy. This episode explores the mechanics and challenges of running for office in Massachusetts, zeroing in on the obstacles facing candidates in special elections, low voter turnout, and the broader implications of one-party dominance. Jennifer and Christina discuss the need to participate in primaries, the frustrations with cookie-cutter policies from Beacon Hill, and the real-world setbacks caused by inaccessible or mishandled electoral systems. Controversial and compelling moments include candid commentary on local and state government overreach, the troubling decline in competitive races, the lack of diversity of thought in Massachusetts politics, and Christina’s creation of the ACE Network, a grassroots initiative to empower new voices and combat barriers to the ballot. The conversation also delves into the often-overlooked importance of signature-gathering, the process's vulnerability to fraud, and the necessity of courage and initiative in civic engagement, especially for women. "Massachusetts is all about diversity. Until it comes to diversity of ideas or thought, and then it's all done."~Christina Delisio This Week on Political Contessa: Special elections often suffer from extremely low voter turnout. Name confusion between candidates can create misunderstandings among voters. Issues with absentee ballots and election administration errors affect participation. One-party dominance leads to cookie-cutter policies that may not fit local communities. Gathering signatures is costly and vulnerable to fraud, discouraging new candidates. The ACE Network initiative aims to recruit and support new candidates at the grassroots level. Many races in Massachusetts are uncontested, leading to predetermined outcomes. Women need to be asked multiple times to run for office, while men are more likely to self-nominate. Connect with Christina Delisio and the ACE Network Website: christinadelisio.com Facebook: D'Alissio5th ACE Network: Search “ACE Network” or “351 ACE Network” on Facebook Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s the environment for a Black girls’ dreams to manifest? It sure as hell isn’t the world Megyn Kelly is inventing. We start with Megyn’s latest “hood on” moment and move on to Joy & Justice with Chanceé Lundy and LaTosha Brown. And a case study of Clarence Thomas, perhaps the most powerful self-hating Black man. GUESTS Chanceé Lundy is Executive Director of Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium LaTosha Brown is the Visionary Founder and co-anchor of Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium is a $100 million initiative investing in organizations led by Black women and girls across the South Learn more about their Joy & Justice Tour: https://southernblackgirls.org/joytour/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Texas, Jasmine Crockett is being criticized for not supporting senate candidate James Talarico ENOUGH; our guest Reecie Colbert explains why the Black vote needs to be EARNED. Follow Reecie Colbert: https://www.instagram.com/reeciecolbert/?hl=en Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #137 that aired on 06-25-26 If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Americans are falling back in love with their own country by seeing it through the eyes of visitors. The display of diversity at the World Cup is breaking right-wing narratives that pit Americans against foreigners, and reminds us what REALLY makes us great. READ MORE Patrice Lumumba Wiki Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrice_Lumumba Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this World Cup MiniPod. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Texas, Jasmine Crockett is being criticized for not supporting senate candidate James Talarico ENOUGH; our guest Reecie Colbert explains why the Black vote needs to be EARNED. Besides, why do Black politicians always have to save everybody else's election?? Mayor Mamdani has become a kingmaker in New York politics as all the Democratic Socialist candidates he endorsed win their primaries. Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 137 of Native Land Pod. FYSA HEADLINES 1. A bipartisan Housing Bill passed through Congress but Trump is refusing to sign it until Congress also passes Voter ID laws. 2. Blatant corruption in the Trump administration: no-bid contracts and presidential pardons. 3. Isaiah Chance has a message for the city of Jacksonville FL after being convicted for murdering fellow rapper Julio Foolio. 4. Oprah Winfrey is telling a story about Whitney Houston (RIP) falling off her stage and allegedly being “on drugs.” 5. In Texas, anti-ICE protestors are convicted of terrorism charges, receiving a minimum of 50 years each. 6. The impacts of H.R. 1: the number of medicaid and SNAP recipients is falling sharply. LINKS AND RESOURCES Follow Reecie Colbert: https://www.instagram.com/reeciecolbert/?hl=en The Housing Bill AKA H.R. 6644: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6644/text SNAP & Medicaid Cuts: https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trumps-one-big-beautiful-hunger-crisis Investigation into Trump’s pardons: https://www.reuters.com/investigations/forget-doj-trump-pardon-call-bobby-other-influencers-2026-06-11/ SEND A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 131 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s SoloPod focuses on how communities protect voting power amidst redistricting and fights over electoral maps. Angela Rye will be joined by Zakiya Mickle, Chief Collective Strategist at The Ubuntu Collective, and Mary-Pat Hector, CEO of Rise. Our guests explain how their grassroots pressure works, and what lessons can be applied to other states facing similar threats, providing a real-world playbook for how to fight back. If you don’t want them to take your voting power… do this. LINKS & RESOURCES Karmelo Anthony Petition: https://act.colorofchange.org/sign/stand-with-karmelo-anthony/ Stand with Karmelo: http://www.standwithkarmelo.com The Ubuntu Collective: https://www.ubuntusc.com/ RISE: https://risefree.org/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Native Land Pod is going on tour and coming to a town near YOU: New Orleans, LA Chicago, IL Greenwood, MS St. Louis, MO Washington D.C. Baton Rouge, LA Houston, TX Richmond, VA Orangeburg, SC Greensboro, NC GET DATES AND TICKETS, FOLLOW THE TOUR: anationonfire.com Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for the tour announcement. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Internet is outraged after Jay-Z and Roc Nation allegedly struck a deal with Target. Here’s the thing, that deal never happened... Ultimately the question is, with DEI Boycotts, who is responsible for holding the line? READ MORE Jay-Z/Target Controversy: https://spencercolbert.substack.com/p/the-jay-z-target-controversy-reveals?r=2czcqh&utm_medium=ios&utm_id=97760_v0_s00_e0_tv4&triedRedirect=true Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #136 that aired on 06-17-26. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia’s legislature opened a special session to redraw Georgia’s electoral maps, and dilute Black voting power. This week, Native Land Pod rallies with the people for a live show near Georgia’s capital building. FOLLOW THE TOUR: anationonfire.com If you’re in Atlanta, join us at Russell Center at 9:30am! Bring a sign. IN THIS EPISODE: What Does the Removal of Redistricting from the Agenda Mean? Guests: Cliff Alright - Black Voters Matter Executive Director Justin Jones - TN State Rep Power on the Ground Guests: Justin Jones - TN State Rep DeMetris Causer - NAACP Legal Defense Fund Chris Bruce - ACLU Policy & Advocacy Director Monica Spencer - VoteRiders Georgia State Director Holding Power Accountable Guests: Park Cannon - GA State Rep Rashaun Kemp - GA State Senator Isabel Otero - Policy Director - SPLC Intergenerational Collaboration Guests: Mackenzie Hickson - Students with the Organizing Coalition Knowa De Baraso - Reasoned Choice Media Podcast Host LINKS AND RESOURCES FOLLOW THE TOUR: anationonfire.com Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump’s deal to end the war with Iran includes MAJOR concessions. The U.S. lost the war and we have receipts for just how much it’s going to cost. The Internet is outraged after Jay-Z and Roc Nation allegedly struck a deal with Target. Here’s the thing, that deal never happened... Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 136 of Native Land Pod. FYSA HEADLINES 1. Trump’s bday week: the reflecting pool turns green, transphobe fighters at his UFC event, and Iran gets reparations. 2. Ivanka Trump and Meta announce a plan to give every blind American vet a free pair of Ray Ban Meta AI glasses. 3. Austin Metcalf’s dad calls Karmelo Anthony “watermelon felon” during a long, racist rant after Karmelo’s trial. 4. A Federal Judge has ordered the reinstatement of exhibits and signs related to slavery and climate change. 5. Ahead of Juneteenth, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has posthumously pardoned 43 people convicted for helping enslaved Black Americans escape to freedom. Meanwhile, a North Carolina commissioner says Juneteenth is “based on a lie.” 6. J.D. Vance gaslights the hosts of The View like a pro, after they ask him about the Trump administration's erasure of Black Americans. 7. A 1-year-old child is dead after police officers in Senatobia, Mississippi opened fire on a vehicle in a crowded Walmart parking lot. The police arrived after being called about a woman allegedly stealing diapers. LINKS AND RESOURCES 14-Point ‘Memorandum of Understanding with IRAN: https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/17/middleeast/us-iran-war-mou-text-intl?cid=ios_app Jay-Z/Target Controversy: https://spencercolbert.substack.com/p/the-jay-z-target-controversy-reveals?r=2czcqh&utm_medium=ios&utm_id=97760_v0_s00_e0_tv4&triedRedirect=true SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 138 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're breaking down how extreme the attacks on voting rights and election interference have gotten, and the case studies that prove it's not slowing down. Host Angela Rye sits down with students from North Carolina A&T, the nation's largest HBCU, who are leading the fight to restore on-campus early voting after Guilford County and the NC State Election Board pulled the site ahead of the 2026 General Election. Board Member Prentiss Haney from the Ohio Organizing Collaborative joins us to talk about the organization's recent FBI raid and what it signals about the targeting of organizers on the ground. Plus, Liban Mohamed, who is running for Congress in Utah, breaks down how the state is trying to build a case against him for violating Utah code 20A-3a-208 for assisting someone at the polls, despite him not being anywhere near the voting polls on voting day. LINKS & RESOURCES SUPPORT THE FIGHT; the Andrew Goodman Foundation is standing with AGF Ambassadors and the Protect Ours Movement to fund shuttles, student organizers, and the next generation of democracy defenders: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgoodmanfoundation/ https://www.youtube.com/user/AndrewGoodmanVideos Liban Mohamed runs for Utah’s District 1: https://www.libanforcongress.com/ https://www.ms.now/news/liban-mohamed-mamdani-of-utah N.C. A&T Early Voting Site Revoked: https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/north-carolina-election-board-rejects-early-voting-site-at-countrys-largest-black-university/ FBI Raid the Ohio Organizing Collaborative: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fbi-searches-office-of-ohio-group-that-supports-voter-registration-efforts Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A World Cup referee from Somalia has been barred entry into the United States–and he’s not the only one. The United States’ visa restrictions are causing chaos for the world’s biggest tournament. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #135 that aired on 01-11-26. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oftentimes we’re told (in general elections) to vote blue no matter who. But does that really mean ANYONE gets a pass? On this MiniPod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers share their red lines for elected officials. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19-year old Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison for killing his fellow track star, Austin Metcalf, which Karmelo claimed was in self-defense. Karmelo and Austin were 17 at the time of the incident. We think the jury botched this. Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 135 of Native Land Pod. FYSA HEADLINES 1. Maine had their primary elections this week, the first big test for progressive candidate Graham Platner. 2. Minnesota candidate for governor, Lisa Demuth, has refused to rule out a pardon for officer Derek Chauvin. 3. Georgia’s Republican governor has called for a special redistricting session to redraw Georgia’s maps. 4. Rep LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) details the conditions at Delaney Hall Detention Center and calls out DHS Secretary Mullin. 5. “Nerdy Escorts” are cashing in on the AI boom in Silicon Valley. 6. Rep Joe Neguse (CO-2) rips into a proposed bill to tighten requirements to qualify for TANF (assistance for needy families). 7. A World Cup referee from Somalia has been barred entry into the United States as the U.S.A.’s visa restrictions cause chaos for the world’s biggest tournament. LINKS AND RESOURCES Nerdy Escorts of Silicon Valley: https://www.forbes.com/sites/annatong/2026/06/07/the-nerdy-escorts-cashing-in-on-silicon-valleys-ai-boom/ An update on the Iranian National Soccer Team: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/06/10/how-iran-world-cup-team-wound-up-mexican-border-town/ SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial video for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 145 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before we get to Karmelo Anthony: Trump rage quits an interview and gets booed at the NBA finals. A verdict has been read in Karmelo Anthony’s trial, the 19-year old who stands accused of murder that his attorneys claim was self defense. If you didn’t know about this trial, it’s past time. LINKS AND RESOURCES Follow The Public Opinion Court: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeY3-INoxWygawuPJt15uqg https://www.instagram.com/thepublicopinioncourt/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congresswoman Summer Lee [PA-12] explains why some Democrats stand in the way of reparations. Read Rep. Summer Lee’s Reparations Bill: https://summerlee.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-summer-lee-colleagues-advocates-reintroduce-reparations-now-resolution Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #134 that aired on 06-04-26 If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The toll that making a stand can take is real. Often, it comes in the form of personal sacrifices, like boycotts and strikes. When is it worth it? When is there no choice? Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On episode 134 of Native Land Pod, we travel to the protests outside Delaney Hall detention center, where migrants are being given rotten food, inadequate medical care, and held for months in inhumane conditions. Time and again, Democrats fail to support reparations initiatives on the national stage. Our guest, Congresswoman Summer Lee, represents Pennsylvania's 12th district. Time and again, Democrats fail to support reparations initiatives on the national stage. Our guest, Congresswoman Summer Lee [PA 12], is going to keep trying anyway. FYSA HEADLINES 1. Californians voted on Tuesday and there are two close races to pay attention to, the LA mayor, and the race for governor. 2. Justice Samuel Alito’s son has been discovered working secretly at the U.S. Treasury Department. 3. Trump’s “Great American State Fair” for the 250th U.S. anniversary is turning into a big flop. 4. Former NBA star Derrick Coleman has refused an award from the Mobile, Alabama Hall of Fame Committee over the state’s curtailing of Black voting rights. 5. Re-surfaced racist remarks from Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy 6. The president of the Heritage Foundation says Trump has enacted most of Project 2025. 7. A jury has found Rick Chow “not guilty” of murder in the death of 14 year old Cyrus Carmack Belton. LINKS AND RESOURCES Read Rep. Summer Lee’s Reparations Bill: https://summerlee.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-summer-lee-colleagues-advocates-reintroduce-reparations-now-resolution SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 152 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Voting Rights Act in tatters, will corporate America reaffirm their commitment to our right to vote? The Congressional Black Caucus thinks they might… Our second guest, Congressman Jonathan Jackson of Illinois’ 1st district, is calling on Costco, Microsoft, John Deere, Apple, Ford, McDonalds, and others to do more. Our first guest is Maryam Jazini Dorcheh, Senior Director of Litigation for Common Cause, and one of the lead attorneys challenging Trump’s $1.7 billion slush fund. Trump is setting up a $1.7 billion fund to compensate “victims” of President Biden’s so-called “lawfare,” including folks convicted of crimes related to January 6th. Some Republicans have spoken out against the fund, which faces legal challenges. LINKS: The CBC’s Open Letter to Business: https://cbc.house.gov/uploadedfiles/congressional_black_caucus__corporate_america_voting_rights_accountability_letter.pdf Learn more about Common Cause: https://www.commoncause.org/about-us/ More on Trump’s Slush Fund: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/01/g-s1-125268/justice-department-trump-anti-weaponization-fund-pause Read the 2021 “Business for Voting Rights” Letter to Congress: https://www.businessforvotingrights.com/letter-to-congress Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.