#RolandMartinUnfiltered

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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.

  1. Apr 20

    Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers

    3.27.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers Black farmers get shut out of Trump White House farmers event - Again.  John Boyd, the President of the National Black Farmer Association, will be here to explain if he ever got an invitation.  Georgia Republicans tried to suppress votes by targeting nonpartisan district attorneys in five metro Atlanta counties. We will have two Georgia lawmakers here to discuss the situation. In North Carolina, a judge has upheld the state's voter ID law. A MAGA-aligned dark money group used an unauthorized photo of President Barack Obama and misrepresented his position on the Virginia referendum. Michael Eric Dyson delivered a powerful prayer on the floor of the Tennessee State House, which may have left some white evangelicals wanting to confront him afterward. I'll be speaking with him and Justin Pearson, who invited him to pray. Racist Pete Hegseth reportedly blocked the military promotion of four officers – two women and two Black men – to become one-star generals. And South Africa claims it was disinvited from this summer's G7 summit after the U.S. pressured France. 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.

    2h 30m

  2. Apr 18

    Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling

    4.17.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling A Los Angeles County judge has formally dismissed voluntary manslaughter charges against two former Torrance police officers involved in the 2018 shooting death of a Black man, Christopher DeAndre Mitchell. I will speak with the family's attorney and an activist about how the judge's decision is affecting the community. We will continue our discussion of mental health in the Black community and speak with an expert about coping with grief. In tonight's Crockett Chronicles, Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett delivers a direct response to the ongoing debate surrounding sanctuary policies, shifting the focus from local politics to federal responsibility and accountability. A jury has found that Ticketmaster and Live Nation operated an anticompetitive monopoly over large concert venues. Morgan Harper will explain how this verdict will impact your wallet. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. loses his composure when Alabama Congresswoman Terri Sewell reminds him just how unqualified he is for his position. And in tonight's Shop Black Star Network segment, we'll showcase loungewear for women who desire the unmistakable feeling of luxury and style.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.

    2h 33m

  3. Apr 17

    Justin Fairfax Murder-Suicide. KC RICO Case Targets Racist Board. RFK Jr Confronted

    4.16.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Justin Fairfax Murder-Suicide. KC RICO Case Targets Racist Board. RFK Jr Confronted Tragically, former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife before turning the gun on himself in a murder-suicide at their home. Tonight, we'll discuss an important topic: depression, the silent killer among Black men. We have two Black male psychologists joining us to explain why Black men are facing a severe mental health crisis, highlighted by rising rates of depression and suicide. Civil rights groups are participating in a major RICO case in Kansas City against an all-white board accused of managing Westport's nightlife like a racist cartel. We will speak with the attorney who filed the case and the President and CEO of the Urban League of Greater Kansas City. A jury has found that Ticketmaster and Live Nation operated an anticompetitive monopoly over large concert venues. Morgan Harper will explain how this verdict will impact your wallet. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. loses his composure when Alabama Congresswoman Teri Sewell reminds him just how unqualified he is for his position. And in tonight's Shop Black Star Network segment, we'll showcase loungewear for women who desire the unmistakable feeling of luxury and style. 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.

    2h 31m

  4. Apr 16

    Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power

    4.15.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power Today marks the 79th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier, becoming the first Black player to participate in a Major League game since 1884. We are celebrating Jackie Robinson Day. The Toledo, Ohio, Police Department has released body camera footage showing an incident where a white officer threw a Black teenage girl to the ground for jaywalking. The American Postal Workers Union is launching a pro-mail-in voting advertisement. Pastor Otis Moss, III, breaks down the connection between citizenship, faith, and politics. 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.

    2h 11m

  5. Apr 15

    Ossoff on Iran War & Voting Rights. Police Lie Exposed in Black Teen Shooting. Kyren Lacy Case

    4.14.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ossoff on Iran War & Voting Rights. Police Lie Exposed in Black Teen Shooting. Kyren Lacy Case  Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff will be in the studio to discuss his campaign, the war in Iran, voting rights, and other important topics. Maryland passes a Voting Rights Act. A lawsuit was required to have bodycam footage released, revealing that a white police officer in St. Louis, Missouri, lied about the circumstances surrounding the shooting of a Black teenager. A Black woman from Georgia is suing several law enforcement agencies for wrongfully raiding her home in search of a suspect who had actually been in custody for months. It has been a year since LSU football standout Kyren Lacy passed away. Black Star Network's Wesley Lowery wrote an in-depth piece for Men's Health magazine about the case and will join us to discuss the family's lawsuit. In tonight's Shop Black Star Network segment, we'll feature a body care line made with African ingredients designed to help those struggling with eczema, acne, and extremely dry skin. 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.

    2h 19m

  6. Apr 11

    LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies

    4.10.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies This is our second town hall discussing Virginia's upcoming referendum vote on April 21, which could allow the state's Democrat-led Legislature to temporarily redraw its congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The proposed map has the potential to help Democrats flip four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives this November. We have an exciting show lined up. Tonight, we're going to talk about mobilizing young voters with the youngest elected official ever to serve on the Surry County, Virginia, Board of Supervisors.  We'll have conversations with Virginia State Senator Louise Lucas and State Representative Mamie Locke.Congressman Bobby Scott is joining us tonight.  Back with us are Virginia House Speaker Don Scott, Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner. 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.

    2h 20m

  7. Apr 10

    Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms

    4.9.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms We are here to discuss Virginia's upcoming referendum vote on April 21, which could allow the state's Democrat-led Legislature to temporarily redraw its congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The proposed map has the potential to help Democrats flip four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives this November. We have an exciting show lined up. The Mayor of Petersburg will join us to discuss current events in the community.  We'll also be speaking with the president of Virginia State University about what's happening on campus and discuss how Trump's proposed 2027 budget cuts will impact students. Additionally, we'll have conversations with Virginia State Delegate and House Speaker Don Scott, as well as Delegates Kimberly Pope Adams and Delores McQuinn. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, as well as Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, will also be joining us.   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.

    2h 14m

  8. Apr 9

    Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored

    4.8.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored 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.

    2h 23m
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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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