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Bethune-Cookman Protest Update, Ben Crump Warns FL Gov. Desantis, TX Woman Attacked By Store Clerk Jan 26, 2023

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1.25.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bethune-Cookman Protest Update, Ben Crump Warns FL Gov. Desantis, TX Woman Attacked By Store Clerk

Roland is continuing our conversation about what's brewing at Bethune Cookman University.

Following our exclusive interviews with Interim President Lawrence Drake II and Hall of Fame Safety Ed Reed, Roland's had a cascade of inquiries from folks wanting to come on this show to share first-hand insight into what conditions are like at Bethune-Cookman University. Roland will have student leaders from Tuesday night's Student Stand-in who will explain what happened after the stand-in ended.

Roland will also tell you what the past alum association president had to say and why he accused our show of one-sided coverage.

Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump announced his intent to sue Florida Governor Ron Desantis for his political stunt blocking an African America AP Course. Roland will show you the press conference and speak to a Florida State Legislature about their plan to approve the course for Students.

A 65-Year-old Texas Grandmother was held against her will at a grocery store because she found 5 dollars on the floor. Roland will show you the appalling video and tell you what happened after the incident.

In our New You 2023 segment, Roland will speak with fitness expert Maurice Jones about how to start your fitness journey at any fitness level.

1.25.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bethune-Cookman Protest Update, Ben Crump Warns FL Gov. Desantis, TX Woman Attacked By Store Clerk

Roland is continuing our conversation about what's brewing at Bethune Cookman University.

Roland will also tell you what the past alum association president had to say and why he accused our show of one-sided coverage.

In our New You 2023 segment, Roland will speak with fitness expert Maurice Jones about how to start your fitness journey at any fitness level.

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Bethune-Cookman Controversy, Tyree Nichols Bodycam Released To Family, TX TSU Police Chief Fired Jan 25, 2023

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1.24.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bethune-Cookman Controversy, Tyree Nichols Bodycam Released To Family, TX TSU Police Chief Fired

We are continuing our conversation about what's brewing at Bethune Cookman University. Following our exclusive interviews with Interim President Lawrence Drake II and Hall of Fame Safety Ed Reed, we've had a cascade of inquiries from folks wanting to come on this show to share first-hand insight into what conditions are like at Bethune-Cookman University. Tonight, we have student leaders and some alumni who will give us their take on what's happening.

The family of Tyre Nichols viewed the graphic Memphis Police bodycam video of his arrest. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is representing the family. He'll be here to describe what he saw.

In tonight's Black and Missing segment: The disappearance of a black missing California Woman is described as suspicious by her family. Her mother and Jasmyne Cannick will tell us about the text messages saying Tamika Newsome is dead in a Mexican river from the missing woman's cell phone.

Texas Southern University's Police Chief has been fired amid fraud allegations. Chief Mary Young be here to give us all the details.

We'll also talk about Urban Edge Network's lawsuit against the SWAC.

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Fmr Baltimore AG's Defense Request Withdraw, AFFH Rule, IA Limits SNAP, MA Man Stop By Cops 70X Jan 21, 2023

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1.20.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Fmr Baltimore AG's Defense Request Withdraw, AFFH Rule, IA Limits SNAP, MA Man Stop By Cops 70X

Baltimore's former top prosecutor Marilyn Mosby's entire defense team wants to withdraw from her case. I'll talk to a former U.S. federal prosecutor about what's happening and discuss if Mosby can get a fair trial.

The Biden administration is restoring a housing rule Trump tossed out for destroying white housing privilege. We will explain how this rule will simplify how cities and counties examine patterns of residential segregation.

Iowa Republican House representatives want to limit what low-income residents' on food assistance can purchase. We examine the proposed bill that could prevent the elderly from buying fresh meat and bread.

In Colorado, the five first responders responsible for Elijah McClain's death pleaded not guilty to several charges, including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.

A Black Massachusetts says he's been stopped by local cops more than 70 times in eight years. Now he's suing for racial profiling.

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OH Cops Punch Black Woman, FL Blocks Black Curriculum, FedEx Driver Called N-Word, New Career 2023 Jan 20, 2023

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1.19.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: OH Cops Punch Black Woman, FL Blocks Black Curriculum, FedEx Driver Called N-Word, New Career 2023

An Ohio police sergeant is on administrative leave after being captured on video repeatedly punching a black woman in the face during an arrest. The woman's attorney will give us an update on the case.

Florida is going to Florida! Ron DeSantis' administration has blocked an African American Advanced Placement course for high school students. I'll talk to some Florida legislators about how denying classes like this harms students.

A Texas State Representative is pushing a bill to eliminate the Texas Confederate Memorial holiday. He'll join us to talk about the bill he has introduced two other times.

The Department of Justice launches an investigation into the death of a black Tennessee man at the hands of Memphis police officers.

We've been discussing New You in 2023 regarding your physical self, but today we will help you reinvent your career with an HR Business Partner.

And we'll show you Tuesday night panel's questions they asked Weight-loss specialist Dr. Ro.

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Maryland's 1st Black Gov., Wes Moore, Sworn In, Florida & Republicans, New You in 2023 Jan 19, 2023

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1.18.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Maryland's 1st Black Gov., Wes Moore, Sworn In, Florida & Republicans, New You in 2023

Maryland made history today as it swore in its first black governor, Retired Combat Veteran Wes Moore. We will show what happened at the historic swearing-in ceremony, hear his speech, and what his friend, Oprah Winfrey, had to say.

We will reflect on Florida's 2022 Midterm results and evaluate what happened. To discuss if Democrats still have a chance to win in Florida, we will speak with the CEO of Target Smart. He'll break down what the data tell us about voter turnout.

Fox's Tucker Carlson accused Texas Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of "blood libel" towards white people during his show last night. He was talking about her Leading Against White Supremacy Act of 2023. She'll be here to set the record straight.

We are continuing our New You in 2023 Fit, Live Win series. We ran out of time yesterday with Dr. Ro. We will show you what our Tuesday panel asked her about eating healthy. Today, we will have best-selling author and renowned wellness expert Donna Richardson here to give us tips for healthier minds, bodies, and spirits.

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Black man starves to death in jail; Somalia humanitarian crisis; SF says $5M in reparations Jan 18, 2023

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1.17.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Black man starves to death in jail; Somalia humanitarian crisis; SF says $5M in reparations

An Arkansas family is suing the county jail after a mentally ill man was arrested, held in solitary confinement, and died of malnutrition and dehydration. We will give you the harrowing details about what happened and what you need to know.

Freshman Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett won the Congressional District 30 seat that Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson held. We will speak with her about her first two weeks on the job.

A San Francisco committee studying reparations has proposed a one-time payment of $5 million to each eligible African-American inhabitant of the city. We will show you what the city plans to do now.

Somalia is facing a humanitarian crisis like never before. We will speak with a member of a Texas Non-profit who is helping to aid families and children who are dying from starvation. We will tell you what you can do to help assist in the crisis.

Our new you 2023 segment is back with Weight-loss specialist Dr. Rovenia Brock. Her latest book, "Lose Your Final 15," is helping people transform their lives.

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TX Jack Yates Principal Firing, Keenan Anderson Death, Le'Den Boykins Case, MO Lawmaker Dress Code Jan 13, 2023

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1.12.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: TX Jack Yates Principal Firing, Keenan Anderson Death, Le'Den Boykins Case, MO Lawmaker Dress Code

LIVE from Houston, Texas, where the Houston Independent School District is considering terminating Jack Yates High School principal Tiffany Guillory. We will speak to parents and school staff and update you about the school board's public vote and decision.

The Los Angeles Police Department just released the Body camera footage of the in-custody death of Keenan Anderson. To discuss the details of the case, we will speak with civil rights attorney Carl Douglas.

A Georgia family released the horrific dashcam video of a 2021 Police chase, which led to the death of 12-year-old Le'Den Boykins. We will show you what happened and talk to the family's attorney Lee Merrit about what is being done to get Justice for Le'den.

Missouri State House Republicans are trying to pass a sexist dress code policy. We will speak with Missouri State Rep. Jamie Johnson about how the new proposed rules impact female lawmakers.

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House GOP bans DC mayor; GOP Biden probe; Black woman on Mi. state court; Calls for Santos to resign Jan 12, 2023

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1.11.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: House GOP bans DC mayor; GOP Biden probe; Black woman on Mi. state court; Calls for Santos to resign

Congress passed a new rule banning D.C.'s Mayor Muriel Bowser from the U.S. House floor. We examine how this Republican political move penalizes democratic policymakers.

We will speak to the first Black female justice in Michigan's state court. Michigan Justice Kyra Harris Bolden is joining us to discuss this historic appointment.

A Texas community is renaming a recreation center after Atatiana Jefferson, the black woman killed by a white police officer.

Calls are growing louder for newly elected disgraced congressman George Santos to resign. We will show you the video of the two Democratic members of Congress who hand-delivered his ethics complaint.

Continuing our New You Fit Live Win, Fitness Expert Funk Roberts specializes in helping men over 40 get and stay fit.

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DOJ Reviews Biden, MS Denies Discrimination, Commerce Capital Readiness, Fisk Gymnastics Team Jan 11, 2023

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1.10.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: DOJ Reviews Biden, MS Denies Discrimination, Commerce Capital Readiness, Fisk Gymnastics Team

The Department Of Justice is now investigating classified documents found at a DC Facility left by Joe Biden when he was Vice President. We have a White House political correspondent to explain what the DOJ has and what this means for President Biden.
New details emerge from Mississippi about the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality denying the NAACP's water discrimination claim. We will tell you what was said and why the State believes they could not discriminate against the majority black city of Jackson.
I got a chance to talk to Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves, who will explain the benefits of the Commerce Capital Readiness Program and how the Program is helping minorities and other underserved entrepreneurs launch and scale their businesses.
Fisk University Women's Gymnastics team made history as the first HBCU to compete at the NCAA level. We will speak with the Gymnastic Coach Corrinne Tarver about how Fisk transformed into a gymnastics powerhouse.

In our Week long Fit Live Win segment, the founder of "FIT" (Faith, Intuition, and Tenacity), a Ms. Olympia title holder, will be here to talk about women over 50 getting into the best shape of their lives.

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McCarthy Speaker of House, Hakeem Jeffries Historic speech,2023 Jobs Report,GA Trump Investigation Jan 10, 2023

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1.9.2023 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: McCarthy Speaker of House, Hakeem Jeffries Historic speech,2023 Jobs Report,GA Trump Investigation

After four days and 15 rounds of voting, Republican Congressman Kevin McCarthy finally secured enough votes to become speaker of the House. Louisiana Representative Troy Carter will join us tonight to explain how McCarthy was able to win the seat.

We'll replay Representative Hakeem Jeffries' first speech as House Minority Leader, where he promises to collaborate with the Republicans during this session on pertinent issues.

The Atlanta-area special grand jury investigating has completed its probe of whether former President Donald Trump and his allies violated the law in their efforts to overturn the 2020 election. We'll discuss where that information is headed next.

December's job report showed there was steady growth in 2022. But what did it look like for the black community, and what can we expect in 2023? OneTen's Chief Executive Officer will be here to break down the numbers.

Great news, Demar Hamlin is no longer in the hospital.

The music industry has been hit with major losses; the founder member of the Whispers and renowned Earth, Wind, and Fire drummer have died.

We are continuing our shredding, shedding, and cleansing for 2023. Tonight, Kuti Mack will be in the studio talking about nutrition and his 6-week Super You program.

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