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Lurie Breaks It Down

Lurie Breaks It Down is a thought-provoking podcast hosted by the insightful Lurie Daniel Favors. Each episode dives deep into compelling topics, from history and culture to politics and current events, with the goal of filling in the knowledge gaps listeners didn’t know they had. Lurie’s sharp analysis, engaging storytelling, and passion for truth make every conversation both enlightening and accessible. With a lineup of fascinating guests—from experts and activists to artists and thought leaders—Lurie Breaks It Down brings fresh perspectives and meaningful dialogue to help listeners connect the dots on complex issues. Whether you’re a curious learner or a seasoned thinker, this podcast offers something new to discover in every episode.

Latest Episodes:

When Child Care Costs More Than Your Rent May 12, 2025

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Lurie breaks down how New Mexico has created a child care program that makes it beneficial for its residents' living costs; and how that can be used as a playbook for other states in the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lurie Schools Troll Callers on Her SiriusXM Radio Show, 'The Lurie Daniel Favors Show' May 09, 2025

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Lurie revisits conversations from her SiriusXM Urban View radio show, 'The Lurie Daniel Favors Show' from two callers who tried to question her knowledge about reparations & identity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hair Disasters, Weather Apps, & Climate Change May 07, 2025

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Lurie breaks down the cuts to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration under the Trump administration & Project 2025 and how it all ties into climate change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

DOGE Destroyed the Dept. of Education. Sheria Smith Helps Us Prepare For What Comes Next. May 05, 2025

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Lurie breaks down DOGE destroying the Dept. of Ed., what federal funding will look like for soon to be college students with AFGE Local 252 President, Sheria Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Psychosis of White Christian Nationalism w/ Dante King May 02, 2025

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Lurie breaks down the term 'anti-blackness' with Dante King, author of "The 400-Year Holocaust: White America’s Legal, Psychopathic, and Sociopathic Black Genocide - and the Revolt Against Critical Race Theory." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fugitive Slave Laws: Project 2025 Edition Apr 30, 2025

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Lurie breaks down the Supreme Court hearing: Martin v. United States, Trump's executive order on policing, & unidentified agents who raided the home of a family in Oklahoma in search of someone else in Oklahoma. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Today's ICE Agent A Modern Day Slave Catcher? Apr 28, 2025

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Lurie breaks down The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan, and what the Trump administration is currently doing to immigrants in the United States. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump’s Tariffs & Your Kitchen Cupboards Apr 25, 2025

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Lurie breaks down the consequences of Trump's trade & tariffs plans and CEOs warning him about the disastrous plans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Student Loan Collection Resurgence Apr 23, 2025

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Lurie breaks down The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Trump administration's decision to collect student loans from borrowers out of their tax refund and their wages. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Integration Is Over: So What Do We Do About the Black families Living In Sewage? Apr 21, 2025

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Lurie breaks down the relief the Trump administration killed that helped rural Alabamians living with poop-filled water for decades. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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