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8.11.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Houston MBE Program Struck Down. Confederate School Names Removed. Trump Threatens Election Emergency
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A judge strikes down a program designed to help minority business owners in Texas leaving entrepreneurs uncertain of their future. We'll have City County Council Member Willie Davis on to talk about the new ruling and what this means moving forward.
Florida Rep. Angie Nixon joins us to talk about her campaign ahead of the August 18 primaries. The Progressive Democrat is on the front lines of resistance against Governor Ron DeSantis as she fights for a seat in the U.S. Senate. And her newfound surge in support has spectators wondering if she can win the primary election.

A new report in Iowa questions the true safety of having resource officers in the state's school after troubling numbers show that black children are disproportionately detained during behavioral disruptions. We'll talk to Iowa of ACLU's Veronica Fowler about the data and what ACLU next step will be.
Martin's Children's Book will be on to discuss how it's helping children grow their minds in math, reading, and boosting self confidence in and out of the classroom.
Black Star Network Partner: Chapter
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8.10.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Fox Host Calls Weak Jobs Report “Dem Propaganda.” Blanche Confirmed. El-Sayed Eyes Obama Help
Donald Trump's crony, Todd Blanche has officially been confirmed for a top position in his cabinet as the new U.S. Attorney General. But now, questions are swirling about whether or not he can truly operate independently from the president.
Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur's murder, the trial for the man accused of killing the beloved rapper is finally underway. We'll be talking about the details of the case
In Florida, White woman accepts a plea deal in the stabbing death of her Black boyfriend cutting her time down to less than 10 years.
And with kids heading back to school, keeping them healthy and safe is a top priority for parents. We'll talk about the importance of annual wellness visits Dr. Ebony Hilton, host of Second Opinion on the Black Star Network, joins us to break it all down.
Black Star Network Partner: Chapter
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.
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8.7.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:Trump White House Targets Lisa Cook Again. 23,000 Jobs Lost. Black Unemployment Gap Persists
The White House is renewing its efforts to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.
The job market numbers for July have been released, showing a loss of 23,000 jobs, which could indicate a slowdown ahead. Black unemployment rates continue to reflect a persistent gap compared to other racial groups. Economist Morgan Harper will join us to break down the numbers.
A newly released report highlights the lack of high-quality math education for Black children. We'll speak with the author of "Calculated Barriers: Examining the History Behind Math Inequities Facing Black Students" to discuss how historical policies and structural practices hinder math literacy, college access, and opportunities in tech fields.
Tennessee voters have made their voices heard. We'll break down the candidates who will be on the ballot in November.
And in sad news, entertainment journalist Flo Anthony and "Ms. Dupree" from The Tom Joyner Morning Show have passed away.
Black Star Network Partner: Chapter
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.
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8.6.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Voting Rights Act at 61. Louisiana Targets Wrongfully Convicted Black Man. Boseman Estate Fight
Today is the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. We'll see how much has changed since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed it into law.
Governor Wes Moore signed legislation placing a constitutional amendment on November's ballot that could pave the way for Democrats to redraw Maryland's congressional map after the 2026 elections.
Louisiana's Attorney General is blocking compensation for a black man wrongfully convicted and is actively trying to put him behind bars again.
We'll have the second part of the 10th annual "Power of the Sister Vote" poll, which breaks down just how much black women trust the government.
A recent lawsuit involving Chadwick Boseman's family suing his wife for his estate has stirred up bigger concerns about black people not having a will. We'll talk to an attorney and author of "A Matter of Life and Death: How to Handle Family Affairs," about the importance of estate planning.
Black Star Network Partner: Chapter
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.
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8.5.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump Can Deport Haitians. Family Says ICE Stroke Was Preventable. Black Judge Targeted
Tuesday's primary results are in and we'll break down all of the biggest races.
A federal judge officially ends Temporary Protected Status. Now the Trump administration can move forward with efforts to remove hundreds of thousands of Haitians who have been living and working legally in the United States.
A North Carolina family is pleading for help after the patriarch suffers a stroke in ICE custody.
Florida's white Attorney General James Uthmeier is going after a Black federal judge. He's asking congressional leaders to open an impeachment inquiry into Judge Nancy Abudu for her prior work for the Southern Poverty Law Center, which was recently indicted for fraud involving donor money.
We'll talk to the Black man who two white women harassed for his ID at a suburban Chicago hotel's swimming pool.
We'll talk about how the surge in data centers is worsening electricity costs for Black families, and it's leading to some evictions.
Black Star Network Partner: Chapter
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.
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