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• La. GOP Kills Black District. Cleo Fields Fights Back. Karmelo Anthony Trial Looms 03.06.2026 2h 23min

  5.29.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: La. GOP Kills Black District. Cleo Fields Fights Back. Karmelo Anthony Trial Looms_For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (724) 264-8281 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/roland *Paid Partnership*_ Louisiana Republicans approved a new congressional map that eliminated one of the state's two majority-Black districts and drew an additional Republican-leaning district in its place.  That majority-Black district is currently represented by Congressman Cleo Fields, who'll join us tonight.  A federal judge ruled that the twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump, could not rename or close the Kennedy Center, finding that the board violated clear legal guidelines.  Another federal judge blocked payouts from the Trump administration's "Anti-Weaponization Fund." A Black Texas teen's trial for murder begins on Monday.  We'll preview the case of The State of Texas vs. Karmelo Sincere Anthony, the Black teen who stabbed a white teen at a track meet in April 2025.  And we'll show you some white folks who love to fuck around and find out when messing around with Black folks who are just trying to live.  Black Star Network Partner: ChapterFor free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (724) 264-8281 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/roland *Paid Partnership* Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.____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.
• Virginia Court Kills Redistricting Vote. NAACP Fights Tennessee Black District Attack 03.06.2026 2h 27min

  5.8.2926 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Virginia Court Kills Redistricting Vote. NAACP Fights Tennessee Black District Attack The Virginia Supreme Court has overturned the Democrats' redistricting referendum in a 4-3 decision, stating that the Democrats did not follow the proper procedures. The NAACP has filed an emergency petition to block Tennessee's attempt to eliminate the state's only majority-Black congressional district, arguing that it violates the state constitution. Kristin Clarke will be joining us to discuss the lawsuit. In Alabama, chaos erupted in the State House as Republicans approved plans for new primary elections if courts allow GOP-drawn House districts to be used in the upcoming November midterm elections. Economist Morgan Harper will be here to analyze April's job report and the black unemployment statistics. Time is running out for a Black Tennessee death row inmate who may be executed for a crime he didn't commit. We'll speak with one of the individuals working to save his life. 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.
• MAGA Voting Rights Power Grab. Stacey Abrams Dire Warning. Justin Jones Stripped of All Committees. 14.05.2026 2h 28min

  5.13.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MAGA Voting Rights Power Grab. Stacey Abrams' Dire Warning. Justin Jones Stripped of All Committees. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has called for a special legislative session to redraw electoral maps following a Supreme Court ruling. This move aligns with several southern states controlled by Republicans that are attempting to undermine Black voting power. We'll discuss this issue with voting advocate Stacey Abrams and Gerald Griggs, the NAACP State President of Georgia. Texas Congressman Marc Veasey, Co-Chair of the Congressional Voting Rights Caucus, will join us to explain why federal oversight of election changes is crucial in states with a history of voter discrimination. Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones will be here to talk about how he was stripped of all his committee assignments for protesting the MAGA power grab in his state. The Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries calls out Republicans over their failed policies that are worsening the affordability crisis. In tonight's Crockett Chronicles, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett challenges the silence from Republicans who did not attend a recent hearing and will urge the public to pay attention to who is willing to fight for survivors and who is not. 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.
• SCOTUS Clears Ala. Black District Cut. Racist ‘Cotton-Picking’ Attack on Jeffries. Trump Competency 13.05.2026 2h 56min

  5.12.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:SCOTUS Clears Ala. Black District Cut. Racist ‘Cotton-Picking’ Attack on Jeffries. Trump Competency Questions Grow The Supreme Court's conservative majority has cleared the way for Alabama to revert to a congressional map that includes only one majority-Black district, eliminating Congressman Shomari Figures' seat. I'll speak with him about his commitment to fight for his position. In South Carolina, lawmakers are considering a proposed congressional map that would remove a Democratic-leaning seat currently held by Representative Jim Clyburn. Virginia Representative Jen Kiggans, a white Republican, is facing backlash for agreeing with a conservative radio host who urged Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to get his "cotton-picking hands off Virginia." We will also examine the historical reasons the Black unemployment rate has consistently been higher than the overall unemployment rate, even during periods of economic strength. The competency of Donald Trump, the twice-impeached and criminally convicted former president, is being questioned once more. He recently called a Black reporter an offensive name and fell asleep during an Oval Office event. In tonight's Shop Black Star Network segment, we will feature a kids' skincare line that offers natural, safe products for melanin-rich 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.
• GOP Redistricting War Targets Black Districts. Justin Pearson Clash Erupts. Calif Gov Race 08.05.2026 2h 13min

  5.7.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: GOP Redistricting War Targets Black Districts. Justin Pearson Clash Erupts in Tennessee. Calif Gov Race The GOP is at war with Black America, and right now, the battlefield is redistricting. In Alabama, the state House of Representatives has passed a bill that would allow for a new special primary if the Supreme Court permits the state to reuse its 2023 redistricting plan. I will speak with a state lawmaker about what's happening there. In Tennessee, the Republican-led legislature has approved a new congressional map that dismantles the state's only majority-Black district. State Representative Justin Pearson had a heated exchange with Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers after the redistricting vote at the state Capitol. He, along with two other lawmakers, will join us. Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will be here to discuss his gubernatorial campaign. 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.
• DeSantis Map Sued in Florida. Tennessee Targets Black District. FBI Raids Louise Lucas 07.05.2026 2h 21min

  5.6.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: DeSantis Map Sued in Florida. Tennessee Targets Black District. FBI Raids Louise Lucas Florida Democrats are suing over the congressional map that Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law. I will speak with the founder of the organization that filed the lawsuit. Tennessee's proposed map splits the state's 9th Congressional District and divides the only majority-Black congressional seat in Memphis. I will talk to two Tennessee lawmakers about this illegal gerrymandering effort. The FBI has executed a search warrant on the offices and business of Virginia lawmaker Louise Lucas, who led the state's redistricting effort. We will examine a new report highlighting that Tarrant County, Texas, sentences Black individuals to death at a disproportionate rate. A Black pastor claims he knows the real reason Christians disapprove of the twice-impeached, criminally convicted felon-in-chief, Donald "The Con" Trump.  You will not believe his reasoning.  And we will pay tribute to former Oklahoma State Representative and civil rights leader Don Ross. 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.
• SCOTUS VRA Ruling. Landry Recall Push. Fox Wants Michelle Obama to Defend Melania. GOP War on Blacks 06.05.2026 2h 38min

  5.5.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS VRA Ruling. Landry Recall Push. Fox Wants Michelle Obama to Defend Melania. GOP War on Black America The Supreme Court has issued an emergency order allowing Republicans in Louisiana to redraw the state's congressional map. Justice Correspondent Elie Mystal will explain what this means. Additionally, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is facing a recall petition after he suspended the state's U.S. House primary election, which has already seen over 40,000 absentee ballots submitted. I will be speaking with the executive director of Win With Black Men about tonight's urgent call regarding voting rights. In Tennessee, lawmakers are in a special session to redraw congressional districts, effectively violating the law. Florida Democrats have filed a lawsuit against the congressional map that Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law. Bishop William Barber will join us to discuss the GOP's war on Black Americans and its impact on the working poor. In tonight's Black Star Network Marketplace, we will feature a revolutionary product for women's period care. 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.
• GOP War on Black America | #RolandMartinUnfiltered #BlackStarNetwork Presentation 05.05.2026 2h 30min

  5.4.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:  GOP War on Black America  We are currently facing a battle: the GOP's War on Black America. In response to a Supreme Court ruling, Republican lawmakers in Southern states are moving to redraw congressional districts.  Tonight, we will speak with lawmakers from several states about this power grab. Additionally, we'll hear from the two Black men who are suing Trump over their firings. 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.
• Mound Bayou: Oldest Black Town In America. Truth About Black Farmworkers & White South Africans 02.05.2026 2h 27min

  5.1.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Mound Bayou: Mound Bayou: Oldest Black Town In America. Truth About Black Farmworkers & White South Africans Tonight, we will explore the history of this significant town, founded in the late 19th century by former slaves, and its crucial role in African American history. Mound Bayou, a farming community, stands as a beacon of hope and progress amid the challenges of segregation and racial oppression.  Reports indicate that black farmworkers are losing their jobs to white South Africans; however, folks here say that's just one aspect of the situation.   We will discuss what is happening in the nation's oldest all-Black municipality.  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.
• Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport. 01.05.2026 2h 28min

  4.30.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport. Louisiana's congressional primaries, originally scheduled for May, have been postponed due to a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated a majority-Black congressional district. We will have one of the attorneys who argued before the Supreme Court, along with two advocates, to discuss the implications of this decision and the impact of not proceeding with May's midterms. Additionally, Roland will moderate a forum on Black men's mental health in Shreveport, Louisiana. The community is grappling with the tragedy of eight children killed by the father of seven of those kids, who had shared his dark thoughts with others. 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.
• Voting Rights Siege. SCOTUS Guts Voting Act. VA Court Blocks Certification. DeSantis Map Approved 30.04.2026 2h 14min

  4.29.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Voting Rights Siege. SCOTUS Guts Voting Act. VA Court Blocks Certification. DeSantis Map Approved We're facing a significant assault on our voting rights. The Supreme Court has weakened the core requirement of the Voting Rights Act that protected majority-minority districts. This decision will make it much more difficult to challenge discriminatory redistricting maps. I'll discuss this ruling with Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott, Co-Chair of the Congressional Voting Rights Caucus; Quentin James, President of The Collective PAC; and Damon Hewitt, President and Executive Director of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. In Florida, the state House has passed Governor Ron DeSantis' proposed congressional map, which could enable Republicans to flip up to four seats. We'll show you how Representative Angie Dixon's disapproval of the vote. The Virginia Supreme Court has chosen not to overturn a lower court ruling that blocked the implementation of last week's redistricting election results. In South Carolina, the Lieutenant Governor has criticized students at HBCU South Carolina State University for protesting her speaking at this year's graduation. We'll talk to a former board member and alum about the resistance to her presence. And, in North Carolina, the interim president of Saint Augustine's University has resigned as the school files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and ceases its fight for accreditation. 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.
• DeSantis Map Could Flip 4 Seats. SCOTUS Backs TX Map. VA Redistricting Fight Intensifies 28.04.2026 2h 25min

  4.27.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:DeSantis Map Could Flip 4 Seats. SCOTUS Backs TX Map. VA Redistricting Fight Intensifies DeSantis Map Could Flip 4 Seats. SCOTUS Backs TX Map. VA Redistricting Fight IntensifiesFlorida Governor Ron DeSantis has unveiled a proposed congressional map for the Sunshine State, which his office claims could allow Republicans to flip up to four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. Nikki Fried, the Chair of Florida's Democratic Party, will join us to discuss the implications for voters. The Supreme Court will allow Texas's redrawn Republican-friendly congressional map to stand, formally reversing a lower court ruling that deemed it an unlawful racial gerrymander. The Virginia Supreme Court hears arguments challenging a voter-approved redistricting plan. The court will decide whether the plan meets constitutional requirements and whether the process lawmakers used to implement it is constitutional. It's Moral Monday.  Protestors joined Bishop William Barber to demonstrate against the spending of billions on what they consider an illegal and unholy war in the Middle East, while many people continue to suffer. Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is calling out Republicans for their support of the war while they delay a bipartisan funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security. And the man from California has been charged with attempted assassination after allegedly trying to force his way into Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner. 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.
• VA Redistricting Win for Democrats. MAGA Cries Rigged. Earth Day Justice & ICE Fight 23.04.2026 2h 15min

  4.22.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: VA Redistricting Win for Democrats. MAGA Cries Rigged. Earth Day Justice & ICE Fight Virginia voters have approved a new congressional district map that may enhance Democrats' electoral prospects in November. MAGA supporters are claiming the election was "rigged." We'll discuss why this represents a victory for democracy. A Virginia activist will explain why ICE's plan to convert a vacant 9,000-square-foot building in Suffolk into office space is not the best idea. Today is Earth Day, and we'll speak with the Executive Director of the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice about alternative approaches to environmental justice, especially in light of the Trump administration's rollbacks of critical initiatives. And we will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by exploring the underlying issues that contribute to such tragedies. Tonight, we will focus on how to escape violent situations and what healing looks like for survivors. We will also discuss the legal aspects, including temporary restraining orders and the potential charges and sentences for offenders. Democratic Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned just hours before the House Ethics Committee was set to discuss potential sanctions against her following her conviction for multiple violations of campaign finance laws. The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other extremist groups. Virginians have less than an hour left to vote in the redistricting referendum. A Texas police officer has been relieved of her duties after a video of her racist rant went viral. The former self-described "Super Mayor" of Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, will be allowed to continue her campaign for a Georgia County Commission seat as a Republican. We will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the "Anatomy of an Abusive Relationship." In tonight's "Shop Black Star Network" segment, we'll showcase a little magic with Afro Unicorn. 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.Democratic Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned just hours before the House Ethics Committee was set to discuss potential sanctions against her following her conviction for multiple violations of campaign finance laws. The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other extremist groups. Virginians have less than an hour left to vote in the redistricting referendum. A Texas police officer has been relieved of her duties after a video of her racist rant went viral. The former self-described "Super Mayor" of Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, will be allowed to continue her campaign for a Georgia County Commission seat as a Republican. We will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the "Anatomy of an Abusive Relationship." In tonight's "Shop Black Star Network" segment, we'll showcase a little magic with Afro Unicorn. 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.
• FL Rep Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns. DOJ Probes SPLC. Racist Cop Video Sparks Outrage 22.04.2026 2h 16min

  4.21.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: FL Rep Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns. DOJ Probes SPLC. Racist Cop Video Sparks Outrage Democratic Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned just hours before the House Ethics Committee was set to discuss potential sanctions against her following her conviction for multiple violations of campaign finance laws. The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other extremist groups. Virginians have less than an hour left to vote in the redistricting referendum. A Texas police officer has been relieved of her duties after a video of her racist rant went viral. The former self-described "Super Mayor" of Illinois, Tiffany Henyard, will be allowed to continue her campaign for a Georgia County Commission seat as a Republican. We will continue addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the "Anatomy of an Abusive Relationship." In tonight's "Shop Black Star Network" segment, we'll showcase a little magic with Afro Unicorn. 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.
• Shreveport Mass Shooting Kills 8 Children. Domestic Violence Crisis. Trump HBCU Claims Exposed 21.04.2026 2h 19min

  4.20.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Shreveport Mass Shooting Kills 8 Children. Domestic Violence Crisis. Trump HBCU Claims Exposed A shocking incident occurred early Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children--seven of his own kids and one of their cousins--in a mass shooting. This tragic event has sparked a conversation about the shooter's mental health, based on claims made by his family. We will explore the difference between mental health and mental illness, particularly in relation to unspeakable crimes. This week, we are addressing the epidemic of fatal domestic violence by focusing on the underlying issues that lead to such tragedies. Tonight, we will examine how parental suicides affect their children. We'll speak with Texas Representative Jolanda Jones about how her father's suicide impacted her life, and we will have a psychologist explain how individuals can overcome such trauma. Despite Donald Trump's false claim that he "saved HBCUs," he is actually overseeing the largest economic attack on historically Black colleges and universities in U.S. history. Journalist Michael Harriot will shed light on this issue. And Congressman Bobby Scott will join us to discuss why Virginians should vote yes on Tuesday's redistricting referendum. 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.
• Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers 20.04.2026 2h 30min

  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.
• Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling 18.04.2026 2h 32min

  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.
• Justin Fairfax Murder-Suicide. KC RICO Case Targets Racist Board. RFK Jr Confronted 17.04.2026 2h 30min

  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.
• Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power 16.04.2026 2h 10min

  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.
• Ossoff on Iran War & Voting Rights. Police Lie Exposed in Black Teen Shooting. Kyren Lacy Case 15.04.2026 2h 18min

  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.