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8.14.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: TNBC Endorses VP Harris,Evangelicals for Harris,Avoiding Election Misinformation,FAMU's Resignations The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has not officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President but she did receive one from the National Black Caucus of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters instead. The National Chairman of the TNBC will explain why they voted to support the Harris-Walz ticket.  "Evangelicals for Harris" is hosting a Zoom call tonight after dropping an ad showing Trump saying he doesn't ask God's forgiveness. In our Tech Talk segment, we'll talk to an expert about avoiding election misinformation on the internet.  FAMU's interim president is asking the university's senior leadership to resign.    And we remember the life of actor Erica Ash.  We'll show you some of her homegoing service.  Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.13.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: The AKA 1908 PAC, VP Harris' HBCU Divine 9 Initiative, Ohio Cop Indicted for Killing Pregnant Mom The Divine Nine and HBCUs will play a significant role in this year's presidential election.  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. launches a political action committee and the Harris-Walz campaign is tapping a former HBC President to energize millions of Black voters.  Dr. Glenda Glover is here to discuss the  HBCU and Divine Nine Initiative, Democratic Vice Presidential candidate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, makes his first solo campaign appearance at the  American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees 46th International Convention in Los Angeles.  Texas Representative Shelia Jackson Lee's daughter says she wants to finish the job her mother started by completing her congressional term. An Ohio cop is charged with murdering a pregnant black woman accused of shoplifting. The attorney representing the victim's family will be here to update us on the case and explain why it took a year before charges were filed.  In our Marketplace segment, we'll talk to a woman who created an interactive survey for the Harris-Walz campaign that links to donations and provides real-time feedback.  Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.12.224 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Isaac Hayes Family Sues Trump, Black Conservative Pastor Endorses VP Harris, Election Anxiety Isaac Hayes' family has filed a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump for the unauthorized use of the iconic song "Hold On, I'm Coming" at his rallies since 2022.  His son, Isaac Hayes, III, and his attorney are here to explain the case.  Trump is fuming over the size of Harris-Walz rally crowds that he's claiming they are using AI to create them.  The excitement of the Harris-Walz campaign is causing some conservatives to jump off the Trump train.  I'll talk to one Texas pastor who says voting for the orange man is "extremely detrimental." Recent polls indicate that Election-specific anxiety is on the rise.  In our Fit Live Win Segment, I'll talk to a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who will give us tips on handling your emotions this election cycle.  Jury selection began for the white woman who murdered a black Florida mother by shooting her through a door.  And a Pennsylvania district attorney drops the first-degree murder charge of a former cop who killed a motorist during a traffic stop.   Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.9.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Dolton, Ill.'s Millions in Debt, VA Blocking Voter Restoration, Trump's Lies, MeHarry's $175M Gift Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's investigation into Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard's misuse of village funds preliminary findings prove the village is more than $3.5 million in debt.   One of Dolton's trustees is here to break down the numbers.  A federal judge in Virginia threw out a lawsuit challenging Gov. Glenn Youngkin's process for restoring voting rights for people convicted of a felony.  The state's NAACP President will explain why the judge said the suit was filed under an incorrect section of law. Former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown says Trump did not tell the truth about their relationship and was not in a helicopter crash with the orange man.  Nashville's Meharry Medical College received a $175 million gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies. The College's president will join us to discuss being the recipient of the $600 million gift given to historically Black medical schools. In our Education Matters Segment, Ventris Gibson, the U.S. Mint's First Black Director, will discuss the educational opportunities the Mint offers students.  #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.8.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: VP Harris, Gov. Walz Campaigning, Trump's Whining About Crowds, Hotel Workers Charged With Murder While Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz were on the campaign trail, Trump was crying a trail of tears, comparing his crowds with theirs and even saying he had more people in front of him than those who attended the 1963 March on Washington.  A Wisconsin district attorney charges four hotel workers with felony murder in connection with the June death of a Black man they pinned to the ground outside a hotel. Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump will update us on the case.  The Black Texas teen who got suspended last year for his loc hairstyle has parts of his discrimination lawsuit dismissed by a federal judge.  His attorney will be here to explain what's next. Trump surrogate Republican Congressman Byron Donalds squares off with NBC's George Stephanopoulos about Kamala Harris' racial identity.  We'll show you the heated exchange. Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush lost her re-election bid. In her concession speech, she said her defeat only removed her restraints, and now she can fight without limits. The National Urban League honored Master P at its national convention. I sat down with the entrepreneur to find out what it was like to be honored in his hometown. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.7.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: VP Harris & Gov. Walz Campaigning, WI Hotel Employees Charged With Murder, Rep. Cori Bush Loses Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, are on the trail to the White House, hosting two campaign events today. We'll show you clips from Wisconsin and take you live to Michigan's rally, which is set to start in a few minutes.  Trump surrogate Republican Congressman Byron Donalds squares off with NBC's George Stephanopoulos about Kamala Harris' racial identity.  We'll show you the heated exchange. Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush lost her re-election bid. In her concession speech, she said her defeat only removed her restraints, and now she can fight without limits. A Wisconsin district attorney charges four hotel workers with felony murder in connection with the June death of a Black man they pinned to the ground outside a hotel.  #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.6.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: VP Harris picks Minn. Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate Vice President Harris chooses Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to be her running mate.  We'll talk to some lawmakers from the Land of 10,000 Lakes about this decision.  Trump surrogate Republican Congressman Byron Donalds squares off with NBC's George Stephanopoulos about Kamala Harris' racial identity.  We'll show you the heated exchange. Nashville's Meharry Medical College received a $175 million gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies. The College's president will join us to discuss being the recipient of the $600 million gift given to historically Black medical schools. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.2.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: TX Court Dilutes Black Voting Power, DNC Virtual Roll Call, Remembering Rep Sheila Jackson Lee LIVE from Chicago at the NABJ 2024 conference! In America, attacks on voting rights in Mississippi, Texas, and Louisiana are brewing. I'll explain how a recent ruling might affect the voting power of Black and Hispanic communities. Yesterday, I attended the funeral of the late Representative Sheila Jackson Lee. I will share unforgettable moments from her moving service. In politics, history is being made. Vice President Kamala Harris has secured enough delegates to become the official Democratic Presidential nominee. I will explain what this nomination means for the upcoming election. Later in the show, viral sensation King Willonius will be joining us. We'll discuss his AI-generated viral music hits and the exciting mix of comedy, music, and technology. You won't want to miss this. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

8.1.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Fallout From NABJ Q&A, Sheila Jackson Lee Laid To Rest, Combating Anti-DEI The fallout after Donald Trump's deplorable interview at the NABJ conference in Chicago continues; as Trump doubles down on his comments about Vice President Kamala Harris, we'll break that down for you. DEI has become a buzzword for Conservatives. We'll chat with two women working to dismantle that flawed narrative regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. In Georgia, a legal battle over a senate bill that threatens to disenfranchise thousands of Georgia voters is ensuing. We'll talk to the Deputy Executive Director of The Advancement Project about the case. The service for Texas congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee took place today; we'll show you what happened, including Vice President Kamala Harris's remarks. Arthur "Silky Slim" Reed will join us to discuss his new documentary, "Life or Death: the Silky Slim Story." Lastly, we'll discuss a new initiative to empower black-owned early-stage businesses. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.

7.31.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump's insane and disrespectful NABJ Q&A session, Harris under fire for immigration, Remembering Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Trump finally showed up at NABJ and delivered a disastrous Q&A session. We'll talk about what went down and what black journalists have to say about  NABJ hosting Trump. Now that black America has heard Trump's disrespectful Q&A session. Shelley Wynter, Host of the Shelley Wynter Show, what is the black agenda for the GOP? Vice President Kamala Harris is facing heat from Trump & Republicans over her immigration policies. We'll share Kamala's response to Trump's recent attacks on her record. In our tech talk segment, we'll explore the role of social media in the election. Issac Hayes III, The founder of Fanbase, will give us the scoop on using social media in the 2024 election. Lastly, the Texas community is mourning the loss of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. We'll highlight how the community is paying tribute to this remarkable civil servant. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseCurl Prep 👉🏾 Visit https://www.curlprep.com/ for natural hair solutions! Us the discount code "ROLAND" at checkout Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms 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.