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7.20.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: AL Congressional Maps Redrawn, FL Voting Rights Law, Menthol Cigarettes & Black Health Equity  In Alabama, Republicans pass a proposed congressional map that draws intense criticism from Black lawmakers. An LDF Political Participation Fellow will be here to help us understand the controversy and its impact on voting rights. Tuesday, we told you about Louisiana's Angola State Prison allegations highlighting the treatment of primarily Black boys detained in the former death row building. The Deputy Director of the ACLU's National Prison Project will be here to update us on the case.  Nikki Fried, the head of Florida's Democratic Committee, will join us to discuss the state's voting laws, and the president of Kappa Alpha Psi will explain why they are joining forces to denounce Gov. Ron DeSantis's racist policies. And we're looking at the health disparities associated with tobacco-related illness in the black community. The President and CEO of Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids will shed light on the critical importance of eliminating menthol cigarettes and the impact it can have on Black health. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.19.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Carlee Russell Update, VA NAACP Fight for Voting Rights, Northwestern U Racial & Abuse Lawsuit A racial discrimination and sexual assault lawsuit was filed on Tuesday by student-athletes against Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. We will show you what the students and their attorney Ben Crump had to say at a press conference shedding light on this disturbing case. Stay tuned for the details. The NAACP has called out Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin for trying to exclude former felons from the voting process. We'll speak with Robert N. Barnette, Jr., President of the NAACP Virginia, to get his perspective on this crucial issue. And Police finally concluded its investigation of an Alabama woman Carlee Russell who went missing for 48 hours. We will tell you why the Police believe that she was not abducted. Greenwood Inc., a Black-owned digital banking platform, is entangled in a lawsuit with The Gathering Spot, a famous private club for Black professionals. We'll be joined by the  Principal of OBI Advisors, who will break down the details of this multi-million dollar mess. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.'s 56th National Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, is coming up. Celebrating 60 years of their Social Action Commission, the Sorority has a special guest delivering the keynote address - Vice President Kamala Harris. Elsie Cooke-Holmes, the National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., joins us to discuss this momentous event. And in our Tech Talk segment, we have a milestone to share. The mobile app Fanbase has reached new heights. Isaac Hayes III, Manager and Founder of Fanbase, is joining us to discuss this achievement. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.18.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: LA Angola Youth Heat Conditions, Trump Presidential Power Plan, Rep. Hosford schools GOP MAGA Agenda A shocking lawsuit against Louisiana's Angola prison reveals horrendous conditions in which nearly 80 Black boys have been forced into solitary confinement in extreme heat and abusive treatment. We'll dive into the details of the emergency filing, which seeks to protect the rights of these children and prevent them from being placed in adult facilities. Former President Donald Trump has plans to expand executive powers if he were to reclaim the White House in 2024. We will speak with Tamia D. Booker, Founder & Managing Director of T. Booker Strategies, to find out how these plans could reshape the structure of the executive branch, concentrating authority directly in Trump's hands. The parents of Carlethia "Carlee" Russell, the Alabama woman who miraculously returned home after a frightening abduction, sat for an exclusive interview with NBC News. We will play the interview and hear why the Russells believe their daughter's abductor remains at large. Rep. Steven Horsford takes a bold stance against MAGA Republicans, shining a light on their agenda focused on fighting against "wokism." Stay tuned to hear him call out MAGA. In our marketplace segment, we'll speak with the CEO of Mylegkini, a groundbreaking bikini brand that empowers people of all shapes and sizes to feel confident on the beach. Discover this inclusive brand's inspirational story. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.17.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Rev. Jackson steps down;Ala. ignores Black voters;Texas A&M ripped over treatment of Black professor Explosive reports suggest that former President Donald Trump and his allies are already strategizing their plans if they were to secure the White House in 2024 to expand presidential power. We will break it all down. A shocking move by the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents" left renowned Journalists Kathleen McElroy without a job because of concern about McElory's past work on race and diversity. Today we will speak to a Texas State Representative working to make things right. Secondly, a significant development over the weekend as Rainbow Push's founder Jesse Jackson stepped down and Rev. Frederick Haynes III was named to lead the Rainbow PUSH. We'll bring you exclusive interviews and footage from the organization's 57th annual conference with Vice President Kamala Harris in attendance. And an update on the missing Alabama woman Carlee Russell. She returned home safe and sound after being missing for over two days. We share the details about her miraculous return. Recent studies show that skin cancer is the most common type in the US, but racial disparities in outcomes are prevalent. A family Medicine Specialist joins us to discuss the findings and why it matters. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.14.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: CA Police End Bodycam Analysis, Horsford v Gaetz, SAG-AFTRA Strike, GOP AGs Warn Companies about DEI A police chief in California was caught in a controversy over ending the analysis of body camera footage. We speak with a Civil Rights Attorney on the implications of this decision and what the community can do to get transparency. Rep. Steven Horsford unleashed a fiery showdown with Rep. Matt Gaetz on the House floor over a decision to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion from the military. We will show you the interaction and explain how this will impact black servicemen and women.   The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists has announced an imminent strike. Actress Yvette Nicole Brown, a vocal supporter of the strike, joins us to share her thoughts on the pressing issue. The city of Evanston in Illinois delivers on its promise to pay reparations to black residents. The Founder & Executive Director of FirstRepair will explain what this means and how it could change the course of history. Lastly, Addressing the growing threat of wildfires and the underrepresentation of minorities in wildland firefighting, the U.S. Forest Service and Historically Black Colleges and Universities have united to boost diversity. The USDA Forest Service National Diversity Student Programs Manager joins us to discuss this breakthrough partnership. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.13.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Buffalo shooting lawsuit; DOJ joins suit against Miss.; Tobacco companies targeting Blacks exposed The families of the victims of the tragic 2022 Buffalo Tops Supermarket massacre are taking legal action. One of the attorneys will be here to explain why they are going after social media firms and firearm manufacturers.  The Department of Justice launches an investigation into Fulton County, Georgia, Jail where a black man, LaShawn Thompson, died covered in insects and filth. Civil Rights attorney, Ben Crump, will be here to tell us more.  The DOJ files to become a part of the NAACP's lawsuit against the state of Mississippi, trying to create a separate legal system for the state's Capitol City.  And One of Los Angeles' largest hospitals, Cedars-Sinai Hospital, is facing a federal investigation over how they treatment of black women, especially those having babies.  The family of a black Indiana man who died after he was tased and handcuffed while naked during a mental health crisis will be here with their attorneys to talk about their civil lawsuit and how they are preparing for the trial of the cops who killed their son.  We have a special report on the disproportionate use of menthol products in Black communities. Tonight, we'll examine how tobacco companies targeted black communities with an expert from the Department of African American Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.12.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Tuberville & White Nationalists, GA Black Rep Switches to GOP, TX A&M DEI Hysteria Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville is now on the defensive after defending white nationalists.  In a stunning reversal, Republicans and Tuberville denounce white nationalists. Senator Rand Paul makes a provocative prediction about college basketball players.  Claiming they will turn into "rap stars" while attacking anti-trust laws in sports, his comments have captivated social media. A Republican now represents a majority Democratic area in Georgia.  State Representative Meisha Mainor says she's taking a moral stand by switching up on the people who put her in office. Oh, Texas A&M, I'm not done with ya'll.  I have more thoughts about how you disrespected, dishonored, and disappointed your distinguished alums with how you treated black journalist Kathleen McElroy. In our Tech Talk segment, the creator of The Party Starter will explain how you can plan any event with your fingertips. I'll also recap the Jeffery Osborne Celebrity Classic Golf Tournament. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.11.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: LA Ronald Greene Charges Quashed, TX A & M DEI Hysteria, OK Tulsa Race Riots Reparations Dismissed A Louisiana judge drops charges of two of the officers involved in the death of Ronald Greene.  His mother is here tonight to give us the latest. Yesterday we told you an Oklahoma judge dismissed the Tulsa Race Riots Reparations case.  Civil Rights Attorney and Founder of Justice for Greenwood, Damario Solomon-Simmons, will tell us what's next for his clients, the last three survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Roland will be here to comprehensively analyze how the Texas A & M Board of Regents allowed DEI fears to sabotage the university's journalism program. In our marketplace segment, a personal trainer's invention helps prevent injuries while working out. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.10.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: OK Tulsa Race Riots Reparations, Hill Harper Senate Announcement, GA Mayor Arrested  An Oklahoma judge throws out a lawsuit seeking reparations for the 1921 "Tulsa Race Massacre".... killing any measure of legal justice for the last three survivors of the deadly racist rampage. Black farmers can FINALLY file claims for the "long-awaited" TWO-POINT-TWO BILLION DOLLAR U-S-D-A program.....The National Association of Black Farmers president will be here to explain why this program is CRUCIAL to addressing historical discrimination. Actor and activist Hill Harper is getting into politics as a candidate.  We'll tell you what he's running for and against.  The legal battle over Aretha Franklin's handwritten wills shows the importance of estate planning..... An expert estate planner will explain why you need to think about what happens after you die---no matter how much you have... It's Fibroids Awareness Month.... and we're shedding light on this condition that disproportionately affects women of color....In our '"FIT...LIVE...WIN" segment.... the Founder of "Advocating for My Uterus" will explain how to advocate for yourself--- and learn about your options. And hundreds gathered to say their final farewell to Howard University's Dr. Bill Spriggs.  We'll show you some of Saturday's memorial service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.7.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Unemployment Rises, Tulsa Race Riot Not About Race?, Twitter's Rival, Spill, Legacy Admissions The June jobs report indicates the black unemployment rate contributes to the 90-percent rise in the nation's unemployment rate.  We'll examine how much the black unemployment rate rose for the third consecutive month.  #WE-TRIED-TO-TELL-YOU Conservatives are doing their best to rewrite history.  Oklahoma's state superintendent says teaching about the Tulsa Race Massacre is OK.  Just leave the part about race out of it.  Justice for Greenwood Foundation founder, Damario Solomon-Simmons, will be here to give his thoughts about this foolishness.  New York legislators are going after legacy admissions.  The executive director of DEFER will join me to explain the "Fair College Admissions Act." Chicago leaders are accusing the school system of racial discrimination and unfairly firing seven black principals.  Twitter has a new rival.  One of the founders of Spill will be here to explain how his former company inspired him to create a platform celebrating black culture.  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.