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Aaron Dean Sentence, Blacks & Advertisers, Exonerated 5 Gate, Homicide & Black Kids, Ginsation Dec 21, 2022

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12.20.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Aaron Dean Sentence, Blacks & Advertisers, Exonerated 5 Gate, Homicide & Black Kids, Ginsation

The former Texas police officer convicted of manslaughter in the 2019 killing of Atatiana Jefferson will spend 11 years, 10 months, and 12 days in prison. The family attorney, Lee Merritt, will be here to tell us how the family feels about his conviction and sentence.

A recent Nielsen study proves the lack of authentic representation directly impacts how Black communities spend their money. I'll examine the relationship between authenticity, engagement, and the impact of inclusion beyond what's on-screen with the Vice President of Solution Consulting with Nielsen Analytics.

Homicide is a leading cause of death for children here in the U.S. and has increased on average by 4.3% each year for nearly a decade. The rate of homicides for black children increased four times that in two years. I'll break down those numbers.

More than 30 years ago, they were wrongfully convicted of raping a white woman in Central Park. Monday, they were honored with an entrance to the park named the "Gate of the Exonerated." Three of the five will join me tonight.

In tonight's marketplace segment, two sisters took their love for spice and created a health-conscious business called Ginsation Ginger.

I have some thoughts on Phat Tuesday.....

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Atatiana Jefferson Verdict, Ronald Greene Update, Donovon Lynch Settlement, WSSU Student Arrested Dec 20, 2022

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12.15.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Atatiana Jefferson Verdict, Ronald Greene Update, Donovon Lynch Settlement, WSSU Student Arrested

A former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean is found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Atatiana Jefferson. We will show you footage from the moments the verdict was read.

There's a significant announcement in the Ronald Greene murder trial. We will be joined by Roland Greene's mother, Mona Hardin, to discuss her continued advocacy for justice.

The City of Virginia Beach will have to pay millions to the family of Donovon Lynch, killed by a Virginia Beach police officer. The Family attorney Justin Fairfax will join us to discuss the settlement with the city.

A TikTok video showing a Winston-Salem State University Student being arrested goes viral. We will show you the video and tell you what the University is saying about the incident.

In today's Marketplace segment, we will speak with a father-son duo who is launching the first-ever Black-owned athletic supply company.

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Trump & Jan. 6,Black Churches & Predatory Lending,Alzheimer's & Black Elderly,Celebration Bowl Wrap Dec 20, 2022

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12.19.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump & Jan. 6,Black Churches & Predatory Lending,Alzheimer's & Black Elderly,Celebration Bowl Wrap

The January 6 committee holds its final meeting concluding the more than 17-month investigation and vote on the final report that will recommend to the Justice Department to prosecute suspects for their roles in the Capitol attack.

Atlanta Pastor E. Dewey Smith is taking on loan companies. He'll join me to discuss his recent efforts to eradicate targeted predatory lending practices against churches.

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack holds its final public meeting. The panel plans to approve its report and announce criminal referrals to the Justice Department.

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Ronald Greene indictment, DOJ Changes Cocaine Sentencing Policy, Chris Paul Gifts Students Dec 17, 2022

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12.16.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Ronald Greene indictment, DOJ Changes Cocaine Sentencing Policy, Chris Paul Gifts Students

Five Louisiana state troopers accused of beating Ronald Greene to death in 2019 and covering it up have been charged. I'll ask his mom what she thinks about the negligent homicide, malfeasance, and obstruction of justice charges.

US Attorney General Merrick Garland is reversing decades of the racist drug policy that wrecked Black communities. We will discuss how this change will impact people of color.

A Louisiana Parish is in a legal battle to keep a construction company from building an industrial plant in a black residential neighborhood. The Co-Founder of The Descendants Project will explain the significant court victory.

The Senior Vice President of Public Policy & Government Affairs at the United Negro College Fund is here to discuss the IGNITE act. We will share the details of this life-changing bill.

Black women are starting businesses but face unprecedented burdens to keep their doors open. Legal Analyst and Business Owner Monique Pressley has created a pathway forward for black women. We will talk to her about her upcoming business seminar.

Chris Paul, Phoenix Suns Point Guard, just graduated from Winston-Salem State University and presented a $2500 financial gift to his graduating class. We will show you the video of him explaining why he did it.

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Roland LIVE at the 2022 Celebration Bowl powered by Coca-Cola Dec 15, 2022

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Roland LIVE at the 2022 Celebration Bowl powered by Coca-Cola

Tonight, we have an extended show. We are here covering the opening ceremony for this year's Celebration Bowl match-up between Jackson State University and, North Carolina Central University.

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Bishop TD Jakes, Andrew Young, Angela Yee, Willie Jolley from Global HOPE Forum Dec 14, 2022

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12.13.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Bishop TD Jakes, Andrew Young, Angela Yee, Willie Jolley from Global HOPE Forum

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Aaron Dean Testifies, Mark Curry Racially Profiled, Eating Disorders in Black Community Dec 13, 2022

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12.12.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Aaron Dean Testifies, Mark Curry Racially Profiled, Eating Disorders in Black Community

We're LIVE from Atlanta at the 2022 Hope Global Forums conference!

The Texas officer on trial for killing Atatiana Jefferson took the stand today to tell a jury his account of the night he fatally shot and killed Atatianna. We break down what he said and how this will play to the all-white jury.

Comedian and actor Mark Curry says he was racially profiled in a Colorado hotel over the weekend. We will show you the video of the incident and tell you how the hotel responded to the allegations.

California witnessed history on Sunday as the first black woman Mayor of Los Angles was sworn in by Vice President Kamala Harris. We will share this historic moment that changed California's history.

SCORE is offering formerly incarcerated individuals an opportunity to become entrepreneurs. We will speak with the CEO Of SCORE and tell you how they are changing the lives of hundreds of people.

Today on Fit Live Win, we will speak with an Assistant professor from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill about how eating disorders can impact the lives of black people.

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Sen Sinema Leaves Dems, MN J. Alexander Kueng Sentence, Brittney Griner In US, Project 21's Plan Dec 10, 2022

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12.9.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Sen Sinema Leaves Dems, MN J. Alexander Kueng Sentence, Brittney Griner In US, Project 21's Plan

Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema is leaving the Democratic Party after years of giving Democrats political pushback. We discuss how Sinema's split impacts the Democrats' True Senate Majority.

In Minnesota, the St. Paul police department releases body camera footage of a fatal police shooting of a black man. We break down the details, explain what happened, and examine how the system may have failed.

The black conservative group Project 21 says they have a plan to build a better black America. One of the members will explain the Blueprint For A Better Deal For Black America.

Brittney Griner is finally on American soil. Now she and her family have to deal with the trauma of being held in a Russian prison. I'll talk to a licensed professional counselor to discuss what lies ahead in Brittney's mental recovery.

The former Minneapolis police officers who kneeled on George Floyd's back gets sentenced today.

In our Education Matters segment, we talk to the founder of Pensoles Academy, who gives opportunities to black creatives.

+Roland's Jackson State Commencement Speech.

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Brittney Griner Free, Grandmother Sues Police, 18 y/o Mayor elected, Racist Taunt HS Basketball Team Dec 09, 2022

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12.8.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Brittney Griner Free, Grandmother Sues Police, 18 y/o Mayor elected, Racist Taunt HS Basketball Team

LIVE from Jackson, Mississippi! Tomorrow, Roland delivers the commencement speech at Jackson State University. Here's what's coming Up on Roland Martin Unfiltered streaming live on the Black Star Network.

Britteny Griner is on her way home. President Biden announced the prisoner swap with a convicted Russian arms dealer this morning. I'll talk to security specialist Nola Haynes about what this deal means and why folks are in their feelings about another American the Russian government is still detaining.

Get this, a 77-year-old Colorado grandmother at home alone hears the Denver Police Department SWAT team yelling for her to come outside, where she is met with an armored vehicle, at least eight officers in full body armor and carrying automatic weapons.

They tear up her home only to discover they are at the wrong house. Now she's suing with help from Colorado's ACLU. Roland will talk to the executive director tonight.

After three days of testimony, Texas prosecutors rest their case in the Atatiana Jefferson murder trial.

+ we'll chat with the youngest black mayor in the U.S.

And in today's Marketplace segment, a black-owned company that features one-of-a-kind Africa-shaped bags, belts, wallets, and other culturally inspired products.

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Warnock wins re-election; Election authority shift; Atatiana Jefferson; Lyoya family files suit Dec 08, 2022

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12.7.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Warnock wins re-election; Election authority shift America; Atatiana Jefferson Murder Trial day 3; Patrick Lyoya family files wrongful death suit; Facebook is suppressing your content

Democratic Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock has won re-election, defeating Republican candidate Herschel Walker. We will speak with Hillary Holley about how Warnock won the election.

The United States Supreme Court could shift election authority in America. Tamia Booker will explain how this decision could shape our vote in 2024.

Atatiana Jefferson Murder Trial is on day three, and Jefferson's sister Ashley Carr took the stand. We will hear testimony from Carr and how she's been impacted by this horrible tragedy.

Patrick Lyoya's family files a wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Grand Rapids. We will give you the details and updates on that case.

Today on Tech Talk, we will talk with the Founder of Fanbase, Issac Hayes III, and how Meta is suppressing your content.

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