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#RolandMartinUnfiltered is a daily show broadcast from Washington, DC, that will focus on news, politics, culture, entertainment, social justice, sports, education, business, and finance. If it’s important to you, we will cover it. You will be treated to some of the top minds in education, public policy, and academia, discussing the news of the day and why it matters to us. Visit http://rolandmartinunfiltered.com for more information and to join the #BringTheFunk Fan Club. Your support is vital and will help make the #RolandMartinUnfiltered Daily Digital Show a reality.
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May 31, 2024 • 2h 5min
Donald Trump Guilty of 34 Felony Charges, Black Voter Turnout
5.30.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Donald Trump Guilty of 34 Felony Charges, Black Voter Turnout A New York jury convicts Donald Trump on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. A Michigan judge is befuddled when a man is driving during his virtual hearing. The man was facing charges of driving with a suspended license. Yes, he was driving without a license during his hearing for not having a license. We'll show you what happened during the brief hearing. In the second hour, we'll discuss Black Voter Turnout and what needs to happen to ensure we turn out in November. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 30, 2024 • 2h 22min
Black Voters for Biden-Harris, Alito Rejects Recusals Calls, Trump Verdict Watch
5.29.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Voters for Biden-Harris, Alito Rejects Recusals Calls, Trump Verdict Watch President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made a campaign stop in Philadelphia today to launch a new Black voter outreach effort called "Black Voters for Biden-Harris." We'll show you some of what happened at the rally and discuss how the outreach will impact the polls in November. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will not recuse himself from two cases related to the insurrection after reports that flags displayed outside his houses appeared to support the "Stop the Steal" movement. The world is on verdict watch in the Trump hush money trial. Marjorie Taylor Greene goes viral again after getting spotted in a D.C. airport. We'll talk to the woman who called the MAGA racist out. Comedian Gary Johnson will stop by to talk about his comedy special, "Sitcho Ass Down," premiering Thursday night on Allblk. In our Tech Talk segment, two brothers created an app that will take you back in time to experience Chicago's south side and provide a look at what it was like to live in the area between 1920 and 1940. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 2024 • 2h 10min
Biden Campaign's Offense, VP Harris & the Black Male Vote, Rep. Pressley's Project 2025 Warning
5.28.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Biden Campaign's Offense, VP Harris & the Black Male Vote, Rep. Pressley's Project 2025 Warning In a bold move, President Joe Biden's campaign showed up outside Trump's New York City criminal hush money trial while the world awaits a verdict, with actor Robert De Niro and two former police officers to refocus Trump's role in Jan. 6. Vice President Kamala Harris acknowledges the importance of the Black male vote. We'll share what she said in a recent interview. A recent poll asked: In what decade was America's greatest? We'll show you the results of the Smerconish Podcast Poll. You shouldn't be surprised. We have the 911 calls to The Okaloosa County, Florida Sheriff's Office the day U.S. Senior Airman Roger Fortson was gunned down in his home on May 3. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley lays out the dangers of the far-right's "Project 2025. And in tonight's Marketplace segment, Cheer Phi. A cheerleading movement HBCU style Stomp-n-shake reigns. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2024 • 2h 2min
Remembering George Floyd, VP Harris Gains Swing State Voters, Jack Yates Roland Martin Scholarship
5.24.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Remembering George Floyd, VP Harris Gains Swing State Voters, Jack Yates Roland Martin Scholarship Four years after his tragic passing, we'll pay tribute to George Floyd, reflecting on his impact and the ongoing fight for police and criminal justice reform. Philonise Floyd, George Floyd's brother, will share his perspective on his brother's legacy. In addition, Roland will discuss changes in policing since George Floyd's death and discuss what still needs to be done to ensure fair policing for all. With special guests, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives President will provide valuable insights. Vice President Kamala Harris gains significant support from swing state voters. We'll dissect how her efforts positively impact Joe Biden's standing in the polls. Roland returns to his hometown for the annual Roland S. Martin Scholarships and celebrates the achievements of Yates High School seniors. Don't miss Roland's interview with Sarah McCammon, the author of "The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church," as she shares her journey and experiences confronting evangelical Christian beliefs' political influence. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 2024 • 2h 30min
No Prison for Marilyn Mosby, DOJ Sues Live Nation, GA Prosecutor Sued for Not Doing His Job
5.23.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: No Prison for Marilyn Mosby, DOJ Sues Live Nation, GA Prosecutor Sued for Not Doing His Job Good news: Baltimore's former top prosecutor, Marilyn Mosby. She was spared prison for mortgage fraud and perjury. You'll hear what she had to say after today's sentencing. The Supreme Court upholds a Republican-drawn South Carolina congressional district, reversing a previous ruling by a lower court and potentially making it harder to challenge voting maps in the future. The Center for American Progress' Senior Director of Courts and Legal Policy will explain what this means for the upcoming election. The head of Georiga's prosecutors’ council, Pete Skandalakis, is accused of delaying the case against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, one of the fake electors for Trump in 2020. We'll talk to the lawyers suing Skandalakis for dragging his feet in the case. The DOJ filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, Ticketmaster's parent company, for illegally monopolizing markets in the live concert industry. Morgan Harper will explain what this lawsuit means to consumers. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Justice For Marilyn Mosby 👉🏾https://justiceformarilynmosby.com/Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 23, 2024 • 2h 20min
Possible SNAP Cuts,Tulsa Race Massacre,Biden's 200th Federal Judge Confirmation, Crockett Chronicles
5.22.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Possible SNAP Cuts,Tulsa Race Massacre,Biden's 200th Federal Judge Confirmation, Crockett Chronicles The House Republicans' proposed farm bill seeks to direct tens of billions to subsidies for peanut, rice, and cotton farmers. That same bill could cut funding for SNAP, which helps millions facing food insecurity. The Vice President for Food Assistance from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities to explain what impact that cut will have. We are just over a week away from the 103rd anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Justice for Greenwood's Damario Solomon-Simmons will be here to give us a preview of what the city is doing to commemorate one of the deadliest acts of U.S. terrorism. The Democratic-led Senate confirmed President Joe Biden's 200th federal judge today. We'll discuss just how important these appointments will shape the courts for years to come. In our Tech Talk segment, Fanbase founder Isaac Hayes III will explain the benefits of raise and equity crowdfunding. It's our first Crockett Chronicles. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crocket will join us tonight to talk about today's oversight committee hearing, Marjorie Taylor Green, and how her "bleach blonde bad built butch body" comment has taken over the internet. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Justice For Marilyn Mosby 👉🏾https://justiceformarilynmosby.com/ Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseThis Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (link) and Risks (link) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 23, 2024 • 2h 20min
Possible SNAP Cuts,Tulsa Race Massacre,Biden's 200th Federal Judge Confirmation, Crockett Chronicles
5.22.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Possible SNAP Cuts,Tulsa Race Massacre,Biden's 200th Federal Judge Confirmation, Crockett Chronicles The House Republicans' proposed farm bill seeks to direct tens of billions to subsidies for peanut, rice, and cotton farmers. That same bill could cut funding for SNAP, which helps millions facing food insecurity. The Vice President for Food Assistance from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities to explain what impact that cut will have. We are just over a week away from the 103rd anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Justice for Greenwood's Damario Solomon-Simmons will be here to give us a preview of what the city is doing to commemorate one of the deadliest acts of U.S. terrorism. The Democratic-led Senate confirmed President Joe Biden's 200th federal judge today. We'll discuss just how important these appointments will shape the courts for years to come. In our Tech Talk segment, Fanbase founder Isaac Hayes III will explain the benefits of raise and equity crowdfunding. It's our first Crockett Chronicles. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crocket will join us tonight to talk about today's oversight committee hearing, Marjorie Taylor Green, and how her "bleach blonde bad built butch body" comment has taken over the internet. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Justice For Marilyn Mosby 👉🏾https://justiceformarilynmosby.com/ Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseThis Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (link) and Risks (link) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 22, 2024 • 2h 31min
Henrietta Lacks Lawsuit, Trump & 'unified Reich', Tulsa Race Massacre, Sen. Bob Casey & Greedflation
5.21.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Henrietta Lacks Lawsuit, Trump & 'unified Reich', Tulsa Race Massacre, Sen. Bob Casey & Greedflation A federal judge says Henrietta Lacks family can proceed with the lawsuit against a pharmaceutical company over its unauthorized use of HeLa cells. After backlash, Trump pulls the video referencing 'unified Reich' off off social media. We'll show you what Vice President Kamala Harris had to say about it. Disgraced and broke Rudy Giuliani pleads 'not guilty' in Arizona's Trump 2020 election with his co-defendants. Trump isn't charged but is identified Trump as an unindicted co-conspirator. We are just over a week away from the 103rd anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Justice for Greenwood's Damario Solomon-Simmons will be here to give us a preview. Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey will be here to discuss his efforts to stop greedflation, the way corporations are raising prices for the record profits they are raking in. And Operation Hope, John Hope Bryant will stop by to discuss his new book, Financial Literacy For All, and how DEI is good for business. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseJustice For Marilyn Mosby 👉🏾https://justiceformarilynmosby.com/ Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 21, 2024 • 2h 1min
Diddy's Apology, Trump's Judicial Plan, Crockett Clapback Collection, Birth Justice Care Fund
5.20.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Diddy's Apology, Trump's Judicial Plan, Crockett Clapback Collection, Birth Justice Care Fund Sean "Diddy" Combs admits and apologizes for assaulting his former girlfriend after months of denying the allegations. We're analyzing his apology and the mind of an abuser with a domestic violence expert and a trauma therapist. We'll tell you how Trump wants to shape the legal system by appointing young MAGA judges. A black father still searching for his son who disappeared in 2021 launches his congressional campaign. A Black Army veteran will receive a multi-million dollar settlement for police brutality for being beaten by three Colorado. Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett launches "Crockett Clapback Collection" of T-shirts to raise money for Democratic candidates following her viral clash with Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. In our Fit Live Win Segment, an organization is expanding its services to meet the post-Roe v. Wade needs by re-launching its Birth Justice Care Fund. Sister Song's Deputy Director will give us details about the program. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseJustice For Marilyn Mosby 👉🏾https://justiceformarilynmosby.com/ Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 2024 • 2h 16min
Diddy's Alleged Assault Video,Airman Roger Fortson's Funeral,Examining Election Polls,Crockett v MTG
5.17.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Diddy's Alleged Assault Video,Airman Roger Fortson's Funeral,Examining Election Polls,Crockett v MTG Video of Sean 'Diddy' Combs physically assaulting Cassie Ventura in 2016 is released. We will show you and discuss the disturbing, violent attack. #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase 👉🏾 https://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseJustice For Marilyn Mosby 👉🏾https://justiceformarilynmosby.com/ Hundreds gathered at a Georgia church to honor U.S. Airman Roger Fortson, who a Florida deputy gunned down on May 3. We'll show you some of his homegoing service. Depending on the day and the outlet, political poll results vary from Biden leading to Trump leading. Tonight, we'll examine how polls are conducted and how you should look at them. Thursday night's House Oversight Committee hearing was a battle of insults. Crazy Marjorie Taylor Greene thought it was a good idea to go after my Congresswoman, Jasmine Crockett. But, um, that MAGA loon didn't count the costs of going after a black woman. Wait until we show you how it all started. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


