Native Land Pod
iHeartPodcasts and Reasoned Choice
In the spirit of the last stanza of the Black National Anthem, we rise from the past, rooted deeply in the soil of ancestral struggles, to build a home, to claim our space. On Native Land Pod, Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum guide us through the political landscape, wielding insights and unapologetic analysis, unraveling the threads that connect Black Americans and marginalized communities to a place they courageously call home.
In each episode, Angela, Bakari, and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.
Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding strength that defines the journey to reclaim 'Native Land.' This isn't just news analysis; it's a movement, a conversation, and a testament to the power of those who dare to rebuild and redefine the meaning of home.
Talk to us:
Angela Rye @angelarye
Andrew Gillum @andrewgillum
Bakari Sellers @bakarisellers
In each episode, Angela, Bakari, and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.
Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding strength that defines the journey to reclaim 'Native Land.' This isn't just news analysis; it's a movement, a conversation, and a testament to the power of those who dare to rebuild and redefine the meaning of home.
Talk to us:
Angela Rye @angelarye
Andrew Gillum @andrewgillum
Bakari Sellers @bakarisellers
Episodes
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Mar 27, 2026 • 16min
Cradle Snatchers, the New Norm? | MiniPod
Cari Champion, TV personality and sports journalist, joins the conversation with candid stories from her dating life. The panel reacts to a viral age-gap date and probes why a 21- and 41-year-old pairing feels charged. They debate age, maturity, publicity risks, parenting reactions, and whether adults should be free to choose.
Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 7min
It’s March MADNESS: From Basketball to Ballots
Cari Champion, broadcast journalist and host of NAKED with Cari Champion, joins to riff on March Madness and politics. They discuss airline chaos, ICE at airports being used as a test run for voter policing, Project 2025’s threat to TSA and voting access, and local officials seizing ballots. The conversation mixes urgency about democracy with lively college basketball bracket talk.
Mar 24, 2026 • 27min
Why Airports are a MESS Right Now | Angela Rye SoloPod
Everett Kelly, national leader of AFGE representing federal workers, speaks about the scale of unpaid TSA staff. Aaron Barker, TSA lead officer and AFGE Local 554 president, shares frontline realities of missed paychecks. They discuss stalled DHS funding, how the public can help, and the harms of deploying ICE to airports. Short, urgent, and action-focused conversation.
Mar 22, 2026 • 14min
Trump’s War on the Media | NLP Replay
Conversation centers on political figures pushing to reshape national news coverage and the implications of new media ownership. They debate how headlines and banners can steer public opinion and raise propaganda concerns. Discussion also covers threats to broadcasters' licenses and the importance of protecting independent and local journalism.
Mar 20, 2026 • 21min
The Truth About Magic City Mondays | MiniPod
Garrison Hayes, a former minister and guest-host, joins to unpack the Magic City Monday cancellation and its fallout. They debate Adam Silver's response and who amplified the controversy. They celebrate Magic City’s cultural role in Atlanta, its music, food, and civic influence. Conversations touch on safety, church concerns, and the politics of honoring local institutions.
Mar 19, 2026 • 1h 17min
Do We Have to Fight ALL of Trump’s Wars?
Garrison Hayes, an NAACP-nominated Mother Jones reporter who makes short documentaries on Black history, faith, and politics, joins the conversation. He digs into media ownership and threats to independent news. The panel debates war rhetoric, Trump’s expansionist talk about Cuba, and alarming FCC threats. They also unpack viral political moments, Illinois primaries, and why all this matters for everyday Americans.
Mar 17, 2026 • 27min
Wrong Target! The SAVE Act Won’t Save Us | Angela Rye SoloPod
Vincent Evans, Executive Director for the Congressional Black Caucus and policy advocate, explains the SAVE Act and its threat to voting access. They discuss the Target controversy, how documentation rules would disenfranchise millions, and the political motives behind voter ID pushes. The conversation ends with a call to contact senators and reminders of historical struggles for voting rights.
Mar 16, 2026 • 20min
Black Mayoral Town Hall: The Preview
A preview of a rescheduled mayoral town hall on how city leaders respond to federal immigration enforcement and protect residents. Discussion of grassroots organizing that shields targeted communities. Exploration of local powers to secure elections and counter suppression. Tips on preparing for economic ripple effects from global conflicts and building local financial and community resilience.
Mar 15, 2026 • 16min
The Orange Man Stealing Y'all Votes | NLP Replay
Discussion of recent federal actions seizing ballots and raids in Arizona and Georgia. Examination of racial and demographic targeting in election investigations. Conversation about testing authoritarian limits and the potential to manufacture votes. Tracing voter suppression tactics back to post-Reconstruction roots. Talk about community pushback models and ongoing threats to voting rights.
Mar 13, 2026 • 19min
What Parenthood is REALLY Like w/ Andrew Gillum | MiniPod
Andrew Gillum, former mayor and political leader turned father, shares candid stories about fertility struggles and the emotional highs and lows of building a family. He talks about IVF, miscarriages, adoption considerations, and the everyday joys and worries of parenting. He also reflects on how parenthood reshapes relationships and the small moments that matter most.
