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Once Again…Kanye West, Plus Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins on ‘Trials to Triumphs’ Oct 11, 2022

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Van and Rachel discuss Kanye West’s antisemitic tweets and how these aren’t the first anti-Jewish comments Van has heard from him (16:22), plus Killer Mike is critical of Stacey Abrams's campaign governor (26:45). Then Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins joins to talk about her podcast ‘Trials to Triumphs’ (40:44), and former pro-basketball player Jack McClinton discusses his now-viral question, “Do white lives not matter?” (1:19:22).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Guests: Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins and Jack McClinton

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Biden’s Marijuana Pardons, and Herschel Walker Plays Defense Oct 07, 2022

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Van and Rachel react to the news of President Biden pardoning federal offenses involving marijuana possession (17:10), before digging into Herschel Walker’s alleged abortion hypocrisy (26:16). Plus, "Fat Joe" likes saying the n-word (51:14 ) and, in other news, we’ve got a mountain lion update (1:04:33).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Ye and White Lives Matter, Plus Soledad O’Brien on ‘The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks’ Oct 04, 2022

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Van and Rachel react to Kanye West wearing a White Lives Matter shirt (17:38), and Tory Lanez is unapologetic but back (36:31). Plus, Emmy and Peabody award-winning broadcast journalist Soledad O’Brien joins to discuss her documentary, ‘The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks’ (52:05), and the current state of journalism (1:06:00).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Guest: Soledad O’Brien

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Jemele Hill on the Malika Andrews Discourse. Plus, Rachel Dolezal’s OnlyFans Leak Sep 30, 2022

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Van and Rachel welcome Jemele Hill, journalist and host of ‘Jemele Hill Is Unbothered,’ to discuss the online backlash aimed at Malika Andrews amid the Ime Udoka news (9:31). Plus, a discussion of Hurricane Ian’s impact on Florida (35:56), the life and career of Coolio (42:07), and Rachel Dolezal’s OnlyFans leak (1:12:33).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Guest: Jemele Hill

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Anna Wolfe on Brett Favre’s Impact on the Most Vulnerable Sep 27, 2022

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Van and Rachel welcome investigative journalist Anna Wolfe to discuss her reporting of the Brett Favre welfare funding scandal (21:05), before discussing the latest news regarding Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka’s suspension (1:00:09). Plus, a Tennessee principal says the “N-word” (1:23:09) and Rihanna’s performing at the Super Bowl (1:30:01)

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Guest: Anna Wolfe

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Ime Udoka’s Troubles and Adam Levine’s Peak White Mess Sep 23, 2022

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Van and Rachel discuss the pending suspension of Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka for having a relationship with a woman on staff (17:11), and NBA and WNBA team owner Robert Server selling his teams (37:46). Plus, a Black Memphis woman sues police for failing to investigate her rape after the suspect has been charged with the murder of a White woman (45:25), and Adam Levine’s infidelity gets the social media treatment (56:48).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Discussing Slavery and Presentism, Plus Breaking Down the SAFE-T Act With Sen. Robert Peters Sep 20, 2022

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Van and Rachel discuss Bill Maher’s recent comments about slavery and his criticism of “presentism” (14:11), before reacting to the social media conversations around ‘The Woman King’ (47:42). Plus, Charlamagne tha God has a questionable take on the shipping of migrants (1:01:38), then Sen. Robert Peters joins the show to help break down Illinois’ SAFE-T Act (1:11:05).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Guest: Sen. Robert Peters

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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The Tragedy of PnB Rock’s Death, and Robert Sarver’s Suspension Sep 13, 2022

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Van and Rachel react to the killing of rapper PnB Rock and the ensuing social fallout (0:10). Plus, Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Robert Server gets suspended after allegations of racism and misogyny (35:17), and Ray J produces receipts (47:35). Then, the roses and racism of the 'Bachelor' franchise return (57:47).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Black Twitter and the Death of Queen Elizabeth II Sep 09, 2022

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Van and Rachel react to the news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death and the overall legacy of the crown (12:28), before giving an update on the Jackson, Mississippi water crisis (32:37). Plus, Kim Kardashian discusses her talent (53:56), and the “Peak White Mess” of the 'Don’t Worry Darling' press tour gets broken down (1:04:07).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Pennsylvania Weed Pardons and Brett Favre the Welfare Queen Sep 06, 2022

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Van and Rachel discuss Pennsylvania announcing an effort to pardon state residents of nonviolent marijuana offenses (20:39), and Mississippi using welfare money to pay Brett Favre (34:16). Plus, Tiffany Haddish responds to backlash (58:54), and Scottie Pippen’s ex-wife spotted out with Michael Jordan’s son (1:16:44).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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