Don Lemon’s Arrest and ‘Melania’ a Box Office Hit? Plus, Howard Bryant on the Erasure of Paul Robeson

Don Lemon’s Arrest and ‘Melania’ a Box Office Hit? Plus, Howard Bryant on the Erasure of Paul Robeson

Van and Rachel react to the Grammys before discussing the arrests of journalists who were covering the protests in Minnesota and former Trump supporters Harvey Levin and Andrew Schulz speaking against the president. Then, the host of The Town, Matt Belloni, sheds light on the box office performance of ‘Melania’ before author Howard Bryant joins to discuss his latest book, 'Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America.' (0:00) Intro (3:49) 2026 Grammys (16:14) Journalists arrested (37:56) Harvey Levin and Andrew Schulz on Trump (59:26) Matthew Belloni joins to talk ‘Melania’ (1:29:23) Howard Bryant joins to talk Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson (1:59:42) Sha’Carri Richardson jailed for speeding Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guests: Matthew Belloni and Howard Bryant Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley Social Producer: Bernard Moore Video Supervision: Chris Thomas Vote here for the NAACP Image Awards: vote.naacpimageawards.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Biden’s Interview, Project 2025, and the Boldness of the Republican Party

Biden’s Interview, Project 2025, and the Boldness of the Republican Party

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk a little bit about what they’ve been up to over the Fourth of July weekend, then get into their impressions of and the overall response to the Joe Biden ABC intervie...

9 Jul 20241h 19min

 The Jarring Trump-Biden Debate, Black Nepotism, and Jamaal Bowman’s Loss

The Jarring Trump-Biden Debate, Black Nepotism, and Jamaal Bowman’s Loss

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show off with their reactions to the Biden-Trump debate, including the surprises, the lies, and troubles facing the upcoming election (02:02). Then, they talk a...

29 Jun 20241h 30min

Toxic Apologies, Trumpisims Are Back, and Mexican Representation in Ken and Friends

Toxic Apologies, Trumpisims Are Back, and Mexican Representation in Ken and Friends

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode off by giving a quick statement on the BBI (11:27). Then, they talk about the passing of Florida rapper Julio Foolio, the aftermath, and the violence th...

25 Jun 20241h 26min

Birdman Versus Books, Van’s Summer Era, and the Electricity From Ken and Friends

Birdman Versus Books, Van’s Summer Era, and the Electricity From Ken and Friends

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay react to Birdman’s visit to his hometown to speak to inmates at Orleans Parish Prison and his comments on the inmates’ need for books (33:07). They also talk about the in...

21 Jun 20241h 29min

To Smash and Dash, Maher’s Shock, and Black Folk Working "Five Times Harder"

To Smash and Dash, Maher’s Shock, and Black Folk Working "Five Times Harder"

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show talking about the Biden and Obama event and the protest outside of it (08:48). Then, they talk about Bill Maher and Charlemagne’s interview and how Black p...

18 Jun 20241h 30min

Jonathan Majors’s Perseverance, How to Talk to Black Women, and Aliens Walking Among Us

Jonathan Majors’s Perseverance, How to Talk to Black Women, and Aliens Walking Among Us

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode talking about the Dallas Mavericks and some recent Supreme Court decisions (01:20). Then, they discuss whether Jonathan Majors is deserving of the Perse...

14 Jun 20241h 21min

The Fresh Prince Returns, Michael Chandler’s Comments, and School Choice With Camika Royal

The Fresh Prince Returns, Michael Chandler’s Comments, and School Choice With Camika Royal

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about Will Smith’s return to the public eye and the Black community’s reaction to it (09:25). Camika Royal joins to discuss Jay-Z’s campaign to help underprivileged ...

11 Jun 20241h 40min

Kramer’s Apology, Trump’s Paused Case, and Blum One-Ups the Fearless Fund

Kramer’s Apology, Trump’s Paused Case, and Blum One-Ups the Fearless Fund

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about the NBA Finals and a tale about a recent urgent care visit (00:10). Then, Rachel gives an apology rating for Michael Richards’s latest int...

7 Jun 20241h 23min

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