On episode 117 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest-host, Tamika Mallory. Tamika Mallory is an attorney and activist, co–host of the TMI podcast, perhaps best known for organizing the 2017 Women’s march. She continues her work as an author and organizer online @tamikadmallory on Instagram. Our guest today is Reverend Dr. Robert Schenck. What role have white evangelicals played in the current struggle against fascism? Once a political actor t...
Feb 05, 2026•1 hr 20 min
On this week’s SoloPod, Eddie “Papa” Rye joins his daughter to chat church protests and Super Bowl drama. Two more have been arrested in connection to the Church protest in St. Paul, Minnesota, Jerome Richardson and Ian Austin. Meanwhile, we’ll play a clip from a different church protest that the Trump administration has completely ignored, probably because the protester was a white preacher spouting racism. Speaking of ignorance, with the Super Bowl coming up this weekend, we’ll revisit a painf...
Feb 03, 2026•22 min
Hosts Andrew Gillum and Angela Rye respond to breaking news that journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort have been arrested by Trump's DOJ for reporting on a church protest in St. Paul, Minnesota. Two others were arrested, AG Pam Bondi announced, Trahern Jeen Crews and Jamael Lydell Lundy. Guests: Elie Mystal, Justice Correspondent for The Nation Elizer (Eli) Darris, ED, MN Freedom Fund Resmaa Menakem , NYT Best Selling Author My Grandmother’s Hands Leslie E Redmond, Past President of the Minneap...
Jan 30, 2026•1 hr
Some of our favorite moments from Tuesday’s town hall in Minneapolis, including a conversation with local faith leaders, a rallying cry from Minnesota's attorney general, Keith Ellison, and a poignant history lesson from Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan. Music by Thomasina Petrus. On January 27th, Native Land Pod hosted a town hall in Minneapolis in solidarity with the local community, which has been under threat from ICE and CBP agents. Watch the entire town hall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqk...
Jan 30, 2026•43 min
On episode 116 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest-host Elizabeth Booker Houston, attorney, viral comedian, and public health expert @bookersquared. FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS: – Alex Pretti Murdered by Federal Agents, Conservatives Divided in Their Response – Representatives Ilhan Omar and Maxwell Frost Attacked, Conservatives call it “Staged” – NLP Minneapolis Town Hall RECAP – Senate Dems to Close Government Over DHS Funding – Kanye ...
Jan 29, 2026•1 hr 11 min
On this special LIVE episode of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers host a town hall in Minneapolis with local and national leaders to discuss the crisis brought by ICE and CBP agents flooding their streets. Donate to the Minnesota Freedom Fund: https://mnfreedomfund.org/ Our show is partnering with State of the People to provide tangible support to Minneapolis residents–free legal support, grocery giveaway, and fundraising on the ActBlue Platform. Guests Include...
Jan 28, 2026•2 hr 20 min
Clay Cane is a bestselling author of The Grift, a history of Black Republicans. His next novel, Burn Down Master’s House, is inspired by long-buried stories of enslaved people who fought back. He has some time Join host Angela Rye for this inspiring conversation with author Clay Cane. You can buy his new book here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/burn-down-master-s-house-a-novel-clay-cane/3b5e5df179f72150 Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. We...
Jan 27, 2026•24 min
Parents of young Black men and boys are familiar with “the talk,” the conversation about how to survive encounters with law enforcement. It’s an unfortunate necessity. ICE is now indiscriminately asking Black folks for their papers and detaining them. We got a question from one of YOU about how this new reality affects “the talk.” The answer is much the same as it's always been BUT we appreciate the reminder that it is a good time to refresh our kids on “the talk.” ALSO we got an update from one...
Jan 23, 2026•26 min
On episode 115 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest host, Don Lemon. Conservatives (including recent convert Nicki Minaj) are calling for Don’s arrest after he covered a protest that occurred inside of a church. We’ll talk with him about the incident and so much more… FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS: – Trump gives a deranged Greenland speech at Davos. – Is Donald Trump Okay? Recent statements call his mental acuity into question. – Minnesota ...
Jan 22, 2026•1 hr 27 min
“We cannot be neutral about the dismantling of our democracy and still expect to be protected by it.” Walking in the footsteps of great journalists who came before her, local Minnesota reporter Georgia Fort has been bearing witness to history as she covers ICE’s Operation Metro Surge on the ground in Minneapolis. Georgia Fort is the founder of BLCK Press, a social enterprise newsroom in Minnesota, mobilizing the next generation to advance representation in the media workforce. Want to ask Angela...
Jan 20, 2026•29 min
On this MiniPod, our hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are STUNNED by what Fed Chair Jerome Powell did. The chair of the Federal Reserve, which sets our nationwide interest rates, is under investigation by the Trump administration. A stalwart bureaucrat, Jerome Powell made a rare public statement about the investigation, claiming that it’s politically motivated, and an attack on the independence of the Federal Reserve. Let’s back it up, what does the Federal Reserve do again? W...
Jan 16, 2026•24 min
On episode 114 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are joined by guest co-host, Joy Reid! PLUS we’re joined by the famed creator of The 1619 Project and staff writer for the New York Times, Nikole Hannah-Jones. FOR YOUR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS The Federal Reserve is Under Investigation Minnesota AG Keith Ellison Announces Minnesota is Suing DHS The Clintons Skip Testifying to Congress about Epstein Druski’s Viral Video Making Fun of Mega Church Pastors Robin Kel...
Jan 15, 2026•1 hr 44 min
On this week’s SoloPod, Angela Rye sits down with the sheriff of Philadelphia, Rochelle Bilal. Rochelle Bilal has gone viral in recent days for saying that her city and state are ready to prosecute federal officers who violate state laws. Her statements come in the wake of the shooting of Renee Good by ICE officers in Minneapolis. Watch her full statement here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMiRLgU7hmA Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. ...
Jan 13, 2026•28 min
If it feels like ALL hell is breaking loose…it’s because IT IS! Trump’s DOJ now has the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, under criminal investigation. You may be asking what does this have to do with me and why should I care… this is another test for the Administration, a test of their ability to go after their political enemies. This is about the Fed setting the interest rate on market indicators and not wherever Trump wants it. And by the way, The Fed cut interest rates THREE TIMES las...
Jan 12, 2026•3 min
For the MiniPod this week, our hosts respond to one of your questions: what would America look like if Obama was never president? Policies aside–Obama was such a powerful symbol for Black America. His presidency also inspired a powerful backlash. Our hosts discuss the legacy of Obama and the symbolism of Obama as they ask: was it worth it ? Join our hosts, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/ree...
Jan 09, 2026•25 min
On episode 113 of Native Land Pod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers try out a new rapid fire format. We heard y’all want us to get to more topics, well, here we go: For Your Situational Awareness Pastor Jamal Bryant catches heat for his wife’s dress? MAGA-coded CBS news anchor Tony Dokoupil bombs on his first day. Incumbent Tim Walz Drops Out of the Minnesota governor race. Trump accidentally gives Democrats their best ad for the midterms. War in Venezuela? What’s it really ab...
Jan 08, 2026•1 hr 3 min
On this week’s SoloPod, we mark the 5th anniversary of the attack on the US Capital building by a mob of Trump supporters–the infamous January 6th insurrection. At the start of his second term, Trump issued a blanket pardon to the J6 insurrectionists, releasing them from prison. The pardons are a part of MAGA’s ongoing effort to rewrite the history of J6 and downplay the violent actions of those involved. Check out how the White House is “commemorating” January 6th: https://www.whitehouse.gov/j6...
Jan 07, 2026•33 min
What do you do when family members ask you for money? It can become a real problem, particularly if you’ve “made it” in their eyes. On this week’s MiniPod hosts Tiffany Cross and Andrew Gillum navigate money and family. This episode is a rerun that originally aired on 09-26-25. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the p...
Jan 02, 2026•19 min
On episode 112 of Native Land Pod, host Tiffany Cross announces that this will be her last NLP episode as co-host. Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are left with the reins for 2026! We celebrate Tiffany’s time on NLP (we will see her again), and look back on some of our favorite moments from 2025. CLIP LIST: Nelly and Snoop at Trump’s Inauguration: https://youtu.be/MfHODsO5l_w?si=poYnfoX6ON9o1X61 Tiffany Fights a Karen: https://youtu.be/e23bI9w0aL8?si=bg-MonPj2DWT0zqz Angela’s Phoen...
Dec 31, 2025•1 hr 2 min
On this week’s SoloPod, we get a financial education. Angela Rye talks with Ashley M. Fox about how to build wealth. No crypto scams or pyramid schemes, only tried-and-true methods of investing, and quick tips to help you begin your journey toward financial security. Ashley Marie Fox is a former Wall Street Analyst turned financial educator. She is the CEO of Empify, a business dedicated to teaching adults and kids how to build wealth. Follow Ashley @_ashleymfox on Instagram! Want to ask Angela ...
Dec 30, 2025•32 min
Add to your reading list with our hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum. They share some of their favorite fiction and nonfiction, and chat about reading strategies for the aspiring and veteran bookworms. This episode is a rerun that originally aired on 07-04-25. THE READING LIST Angela: Just Permanent Interests by William L. Clay Critical Race Theory - the key writings that formed the movement Medical Apartheid by Dr. Harriet Washington The Life and Times of Ron Brown: A Memoir by ...
Dec 26, 2025•28 min
On episode 111 of Native Land Pod, hosts Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers share their “Grinches Who Stole B*tches” of 2025. From Tiffany’s broken heart, to Pelosi’s cowardice on impeachment, to a nightmare Air BnB guest–there are no shortage of grinches this year. Our hosts share a laugh at the fools and raise a glass for our loved ones on this special Xmas edition of NLP! And of course we’ll hear from you! If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial vi...
Dec 25, 2025•59 min
Angela Rye is joined by Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX 30) for a frank convo about the criticism regarding her campaign for Senate. Rep. Crockett sees a clear path to victory by studying recent history, Beto O’Rourkes run for a Texas Senate seat in 2018. We’ll dive into the numbers and get a behind-the-scenes look at Crockett’s conversations with the other Democrats in the race, like Colin Allred, who dropped out following Crockett’s announcement. Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to ...
Dec 23, 2025•38 min
On this week’s MiniPod, hosts Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers talk about holding our elected leaders accountable. Not everyone who is Black is pro Black and we should call that out, BUT there are moments when we hold our leaders to impossible standards. We saw this on flagrant display with some of the critiques of Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett after she announced her run for senate. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagr...
Dec 19, 2025•18 min
On episode 110 of Native Land Pod, hosts Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers reflect on the life of famous Hollywood producer, director, actor, Rob Reiner. Tiffany and Andrew knew Rob, and all of our hosts were affected by his work ever since his first role as Meathead in All In The Family. We’re going to tell some Rob stories, and yes, talk about the shocking comments that Trump made about Rob and his wife Michele after they were found dead in their homes, with their so...
Dec 18, 2025•1 hr 17 min
On this week’s SoloPod, Angela Rye is joined by Damario Solomon-Simmons to discuss Mother Fletcher’s passing. Viola “Mother” Fletcher was one of the last survivors of the Tulsa Massacre and (with Damario’s help) a powerful advocate for reparations. Damario walks us through the ongoing fight for reparations PLUS a call to action for your holiday season: capture your families oral histories. We’ll get some tips on how to be intentional about asking your elders about their past. You can pre-order D...
Dec 17, 2025•32 min
On today’s MiniPod, Bakari Sellers, Angela Rye, and mostly Tiffany Cross answer some of your questions. A lot of our fans had smoke for Tiffany this week (and some love). Let’s talk it out like family does. These questions do get us into an important convo about what is “good” high quality news and what is “bad” low quality news? And where do our hosts get THEIR news?? If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @native...
Dec 12, 2025•26 min
On episode 109 of Native Land Pod, hosts Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers discuss Jasmine Crockett’s campaign launch, and bring on one of our favorite guests: Elie Mystal. Racial profiling, birthright citizenship, executive power, and campaign finance are all up for judgement by the US Supreme Court. There’s no one better to walk us through SCOTUS’s recent and upcoming decisions than the Justice Correspondent for The Nation, Elie Mystal. Elie on Executive Power: https...
Dec 11, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Is there something wrong with trashy entertainment? From Pop the Balloon to Real Housewives, why are we so obsessed with garbage content? Our hosts have a candid conversation about Attraction as Tiffany Cross takes on Pop the Balloon. Join hosts Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this original episode of Native Land Pod. 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 ho...
Dec 05, 2025•22 min
On episode 108 of Native Land Pod, hosts Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers are repping the “shithole” countries with our esteemed guest, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. The US military keeps bombing boats in the Caribbean without providing evidence of wrongdoing. A recent “double-tap” strike was a violation of international law REGARDLESS of what crimes were alleged. Is there any chance that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth (and all those in the chain of command) will be held l...
Dec 04, 2025•1 hr 28 min
