Host Angela Rye is joined by Louisiana State Senator Royce Duplessis to unpack the recent redistricting fights happening right now in several states. What is the path forward? Learn more about the South Carolina-based Ubuntu Collective: https://www.ubuntusc.com/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitte...
May 19, 2026•37 min
Trump is calling Black women reporters names when asked questions he doesn’t like. First he called Rachel Scott of ABC a “b**ch” and then he called Akayla Gardner of MS NOW a “dumb person.” How does one even respond? Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers, along with their guest Elie Mystal, for this segment from episode #130 that aired on 05-07-26. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —-------...
May 17, 2026•10 min
On the main show this week, the hosts had a wide and deep conversation touching on MLK's "burning house," the double-edged sword of integration, and whether the answer to all the chaos of recent years is to stay and fight or build something new. On this week’s MiniPod, Angela and Andrew continue the conversation about what comes next. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —-----...
May 15, 2026•28 min
On episode 131 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers field a listener question about whether it's worth voting when the ballot offers no candidate who actually represents her. It’s an especially potent question in light of redistricting, the recent Supreme Court gutting of the Voting Rights Act, and the chaos of states redrawing maps in the middle of an election cycle. FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS: GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans laughed and said "yes, yes to that" while...
May 14, 2026•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 131
Host Angela Rye breaks down the latest fallout from The Supreme Court’s recent ruling that allowed some states to redraw their electoral maps even after ballots have already been cast. The chaos that has ensued has infringed on voting rights for many Black Americans. What can we do now? Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the po...
May 12, 2026•37 min
Tennessee State Representatives like London Lamar are sounding the alarm about the state's redistricting efforts, which just got a green light from the Trump administration. Our hosts explain how racist electoral maps are drawn (gerrymandering), and how the new maps could Black representation in the state. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers, along with their guest Elie Mystal, for this segment from episode #130 that aired on 05-07-26. If you’d like to submit a question, che...
May 10, 2026•17 min
What does alt-right commentator Nick Fuentes and the Met Gala have in common? Join hosts Andrew Gillum, Angela Rye, and Bakari Sellers, and KNOW your enemy. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native La...
May 08, 2026•32 min
On episode 130 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest Elie Mystal. Elie Mystal is an author, commentator, and the justice correspondent for The Nation. His fiery prose on the Supreme Court and legal issues writ large are unmatched, and in a seismic week for voting rights America, it’s a good time to welcome Elie home. The Supreme Court has fast-tracked their recent ruling which gutted what remained of the Voting Rights Act. They are allowing S...
May 07, 2026•1 hr 31 min
The Supreme Court just fast-tracked its latest ruling striking down a key part of the Voting Rights Act, opening the door for southern states to redraw their electoral maps BEFORE the midterm elections. The new electoral maps will almost certainly dilute the voting power of southern Black Americans. Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature ...
May 05, 2026•34 min
The last decade of Tiffany Cross’ life has seen heartbreak and betrayal, moving through failed relationships at the same time her country turned its back on her. In her new book, Love, Me, Tiffany writes about how she came home to herself. Tiffany’s book is a love letter to Black women in the struggle. She sees some of that struggle in the recent drama between basketball star Klay Thompson, and his (former) girlfriend, rapper Meg thee Stallion. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Se...
May 03, 2026•19 min
Host Bakari Sellers knew he was against the death penalty–until white supremacist Dylann Roof killed 9 people at the African Methodist Episocpal Church in Charleston, South Carolina during a bible study. A ccording to the Death Penalty Information Center, Black Americans are 7.5 times more likely to be wrongfully convicted of murder than whites. The Equal Justice Initiative has shown that for every 8 people executed on death row, 1 is exonerated. At times, maybe death is justice, but the adminis...
May 01, 2026•18 min
On episode 129 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by the one-and-only TIFFANY CROSS!! Renowned journalist, author, and former-NLP host, Tiffany Cross, rejoins the crew for a day to talk about the ongoing redistricting war AND tell us about her new book Love, Me. The redistricting wars swung in the direction of Republicans at the Supreme Court this week. SCOTUS heard arguments in Louisiana v. Callais, and allowed Louisiana to redraw its electoral ma...
Apr 30, 2026•1 hr 14 min
James Broadnax is set to be executed on April 30th for a crime that someone else has confessed to. Call Texas Governor Abbot, ask him to free James Broadnax: 800-843-5789 512-463-2000 Stay updated @justiceforjamesbroadnax on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justiceforjamesbroadnax/ The Ebony Canal, a documentary narrated by Viola Davis, merges hollywood and healthcare to tell a story about Black maternal health and infant mortality. The film won 2 Emmys and an NAACP award. Angela Rye is join...
Apr 29, 2026•21 min
A mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana was one of the worst domestic violence incidences in recent history. A father of 7 killed his children and their mother, along with one other child. Our hosts are joined by Louisiana native, and civil rights activist, Gary Chambers, to discuss how to break the cycle violence. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #128 that aired on 04-23-26. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: ...
Apr 26, 2026•11 min
Hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers practice giving each other compliments and (constructive) criticisms, and discuss personal health. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod...
Apr 24, 2026•16 min
On episode 128 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest Gary Chambers. A mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, was one of the worst domestic violence incidences in recent history. A father of 7 killed his children and their mother, along with one other child. Our hosts are joined by Louisiana native, and civil rights activist, Gary Chambers, to discuss how to break the cycle violence. FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS: 1. During a Pentagon Prayer ...
Apr 23, 2026•1 hr 16 min
On this special episode of Native Land Pod, hosts Andrew Gillum and Bakari Sellers are live on location in Atlanta with two special guests: Tiffany Cross and Dr. Lakeysha “Key” Hallmon. Together they reflect on the highs and lows of Trump 2.0, with a focus on voting rights, DEI, and other government programs that affect the Black community. Author and journalist Tiffany Cross returns to Native Land Pod for the first time since leaving her role as co-host! Dr. Key Hallmon is the author of the new...
Apr 22, 2026•1 hr 11 min
Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) has called on the left to embrace MTG (Marjorie Taylor Greene), Candace Owens, and other MAGA who have disowned Trump. On its face, it might seem like a bad idea–MTG in particular has made racist remarks toward Omar on the House floor–but Rep Omar’s logic is hard to argue with. 34:50 Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers, along with guest-host Joshua Doss, for this segment from episode #127 that aired on 04-16-27. If you’d like to submit a ques...
Apr 19, 2026•16 min
After a politician has done something wrong, when do we say they are redeemed? When do we let them back in? Of course it’s different if it's a public figure like a politician vs. just a friend, but are there red lines where we never allow them back again? There’s been a spate of members of Congress credibly accused of fraud, sexual misconduct, and assault. Who is redeemable and why, and what must they do? We’ll get into specific examples with our hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Selle...
Apr 17, 2026•21 min
On episode 127 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest-host, Joshua Doss! Former organizer turned political strategist, Joshua Doss spearheads HIT Strategies’ (Black) voter research. The data Hit Strategies collects helps candidates and communities address the real concerns of Black people. Read more: https://hitstrat.com/member/joshua-doss/ FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS: 104-year-old Charles Johnson will compete at a Las Vegas archery competi...
Apr 16, 2026•1 hr 30 min
Baltimore County Police Officer Derek Hadel was called to do a wellness check on Samuel “Big Sam” Brown last month. The encounter ended with the officer knocking Brown into the pavement, causing severe brain damage, and eventually death. Officer Hadel is under investigation for police misconduct. It turns out this isn’t the first time Officer Hadel has been investigated for misconduct. In 2023, he crashed a police car in a “preventable at-fault” incident, but maintained his employment. Host Ange...
Apr 14, 2026•34 min
Astronaut Victor Glover with inspiring words from Artemis II’s moon mission. Victor Glover is the crew’s pilot, and the first Black man to orbit the moon. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers along with guest-host Errin Haines for this segment from episode #126 that aired on 04-09-26 If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- e want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we...
Apr 12, 2026•6 min
Viral-comedian Druski’s video mocking conservative women, particularly Erika Kirk, was spot on. It certainly caught the attention of viral-idiot Jake Paul, who mused on Theo Von’s podcast that he ought to do a blackface version of Druski’s skit. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers along with guest-host Errin Haines for a conversation about the white desire to do blackface. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBX...
Apr 10, 2026•20 min
On episode 126 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest-host Errin Haines. Errin Haines is an award-winning political journalist focused on issues of race, gender, and politics. She’s worked at multiple outlets and co-founded her own nonprofit newsroom, The 19th. Among her accomplishments, she was crucial in bringing national attention to Breonna Taylor’s shooting. Buy Tickets to Native Land Pod LIVE in Atlanta: https://tickets.citywinery.com/ev...
Apr 09, 2026•1 hr 21 min
President Trump has made headlines across the world for doubling down on threats to “send Iran back to the stone age” and bomb ALL of their infrastructure: railways, powerplants, bridges, etc. Destroying civilian infrastructure is a war crime according to the Geneva Conventions (which apparently doesn’t mean anything anymore). Even Conservatives like Tucker Carlson, Majorie Taylor Green, and nut-case-in-chief Alex Jones have expressed alarm at Trump’s threats. In today's episode, host Angela Rye...
Apr 07, 2026•28 min
The Supreme Court heard arguments from the Trump administration this week to end birthright citizenship, the automatic granting of US citizenship to anyone born in the USA. Their argument centers around the 14th amendment, which was originally created to guarantee citizenship for formally enslaved African Americans. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers along with guest-host Brittany Packnett Cunningham for this segment from episode #125 that aired on 04-02-26. If you’d like t...
Apr 05, 2026•18 min
We live in an era where our favorite artists’ mistakes are put on blast in real-time. Inevitably, they will disappoint us. What do we do with our disappointment? Our hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, Bakari Sellers, and guest-host Brittany Packnett Cunningham, continue a conversation from episode 125 that aired 04-02-26 . If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want t...
Apr 03, 2026•25 min
What a week it's been! On episode 125 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest-host, Brittany Packnett Cunningham. Known for her prominent role in nationwide protests and policing reform, Brittany Packnett Cunningham hosts the hit show UNDISTRACTED, your weekly guide to the revolution. Vote for her in the Webby Awards below! FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS: Reparations Vote in the UN General Michael Flynn gets a settlement from the DOJ Kristi Noe...
Apr 02, 2026•1 hr 18 min
A promoter in Seattle was caught RED-HANDED covering a Black Lives Matter mural of Rahwa Habte with concert posters. Local community member (and our guest for today), Omari Salisbury, confronted him in a video that’s since gone viral. Our host, Angela Rye, will talk to Omari about the confrontation, and why seeing Rahwa’s mural covered struck such a nerve, as part of the larger gentrification happening in his neighborhood. Check out the original video: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DWcPlQcAXgl...
Mar 31, 2026•27 min
Our very own Andrew Gillum hosts a town hall with Black mayors to discuss how local leaders are responding to federal actions (and inactions), and what protections cities are able to provide to their residents. Federal law enforcement actions are ramping up within our cities, directly impacting Black and immigrant communities. Residents are looking to mayors for leadership and protection while cities face legal constraints, political pressure, and public scrutiny. The Mayors will speak candidly ...
Mar 30, 2026•49 min
