The Bakari Sellers Show

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  • 5.0 (6)
  • Politics
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In a political and cultural moment defined by noise and division, clarity matters. The Bakari Sellers Show delivers clear, engaging, and entertaining conversations that cut through the chaos and get to what actually matters. Hosted by CNN commentator and New York Times bestselling author Bakari Sellers, the show brings a sharp perspective on politics, culture, and everything in between. Featuring the leaders and change-makers shaping today’s biggest debates - each episode helps listeners make sense of the headlines and move from conversation to collective action.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Don Lemon on Finding His Freedom, Fighting Back & the Future of Media

    Don Lemon joins Bakari Sellers for a wide-ranging conversation about what happens when you stop asking permission. Don opens up about life after CNN, why getting pushed out ultimately gave him more freedom, and how he built The Don Lemon Show and Lemon Media Network from the ground up. He also reflects on his short-lived partnership with Elon Musk, what that experience taught him about journalism, and why independent media has become so important in this political moment. Bakari and Don also get into Donald Trump’s impact on journalism and the First Amendment, why Democrats have struggled to understand independent media, redistricting and Black political power, the culture wars that helped shape the 2024 election, concerns about same-sex marriage, and what Democrats need to learn before 2028. And underneath all of it is a conversation about freedom. The freedom to speak plainly. The freedom to fight back. And the responsibility that comes with finally having your own platform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Aug 20

    Dawn Staley on Pressure, Purpose, and What It Really Takes to Win

    Dawn Staley has built one of the most dominant programs in college basketball, but the championships only tell part of the story. On this episode of The Bakari Sellers Show, Bakari sits down with Dawn for a wide-ranging conversation about growing up in the projects in Philadelphia, the lessons she inherited from her mother, leaving Temple for South Carolina, and how she built a program that went from nearly empty arenas to becoming one of the biggest forces in women’s basketball. Dawn gets candid about the losses that still stay with her, why there is no substitute for doing the work, how social media and NIL have changed coaching, and what she looks for beyond talent when recruiting players. She also talks about managing pressure, telling players the truth while still making sure they feel loved, and why the relationships with parents have become one of the secrets behind South Carolina’s success. Plus, Bakari gets Dawn to settle a few basketball debates, including the best player she ever played with and the best player she has ever coached. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Aug 13

    Introducing: The Bakari Sellers Show

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About

In a political and cultural moment defined by noise and division, clarity matters. The Bakari Sellers Show delivers clear, engaging, and entertaining conversations that cut through the chaos and get to what actually matters. Hosted by CNN commentator and New York Times bestselling author Bakari Sellers, the show brings a sharp perspective on politics, culture, and everything in between. Featuring the leaders and change-makers shaping today’s biggest debates - each episode helps listeners make sense of the headlines and move from conversation to collective action.

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  • Creator
    iHeartPodcasts
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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