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REVOLT BLACK NEWS

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REVOLT presents unfiltered conversation about current events with the leaders of Black culture including artists, activists, politicians, experts and more. “I always wanted to develop a platform to report the news from our perspective, from our lens, from our people, so I decided to launch REVOLT Black News,” said Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. “We’re here with solutions. We’ve already heard about what we can’t do, but this is what we can do.”
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Episodes

S3 Ep17: REVOLT x Vice: A Juneteenth Special : REVOLT Black News

Mara Schiavocampo and guests celebrate Juneteenth with a roundtable discussion about some of the most important issues impacting Black culture today, including building Black businesses, closing the wealth gap, destigmatizing mental health, the importance of HBCUs, and more.

Jun 27, 202250 minSeason 3Ep. 17

S3 Ep15: What’s Behind the Mass Shootings in Philly

Host Neima Abdulahi zeroes in on the spike in mass shootings in the U.S hitting Black communities harder than before, and speaks with residents after gunfire erupted at one of Philly’s main strips, killing three and injuring 11. Plus: a tribute to rapper Trouble.

Jun 10, 202248 minSeason 3Ep. 15

S3 Ep13: Tracing The BLM Dollars, Black 'Mental Health and Black Mothers and The Baby Formula Shortage

On this episode of REVOLT Black News, the scandal and business of Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, Inc. and it's former leader Patrisse Cullors will be discussed; Baby formula shortage and the racial disparities and biases black mothers face; An in-depth look on black mental health - a study shows 80% of suicide deaths in the black community are black men; and more with Entertainment Remix & Revolutionary Of The Week. Watch new episodes of REVOLT Black News Thursdays @ 9p ET, on...

May 27, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 13

S3 Ep12: Inside YSL's Legal Battle, the Billboard LOVE Takeover, and Remembering Biggie

On this episode of REVOLT Black News, the coverage of the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY and the racially motivated attack will be discussed; YSL's legal battle with Young Thug & Gunna being indicted on gang-related crimes; the status of Brittney Griner; the recent death of Kevin Samuels; and this year's Billboard Music Awards and The LOVE Takeover.

May 20, 202247 minSeason 3Ep. 12

S3 Ep11: Roe v. Wade and Black Women, Black Americans and the Inflation Crunch and Love's Billboard Takeover

Revolt Black News examines the history of abortions in the U.S. and it's impact on Black Women; Inflation - how the instant surge is impacting the black communities; Mental Health and its cross generational gap; and more with the Revolutionary of the Week & Entertainment Remix featuring the Chairman - Sean Combs discussing this year's Billboard Awards as the Host and Executive Producer.

May 13, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 11

S3 Ep9: Megan Thee Stallion Effect and believing Black Women; The Case Against Kevin Samuels; and Hip Hop’s Coachella Takeover

The legal battle of the Megan Thee Stallion vs. Tory Lanez case is being examined; Kevin Samuels and his interesting views on rating women, single motherhood, and the destruction of the black family; and a conversation about interracial dating in which studies show black men are twice as likely to marry outside their race than black women.

Apr 29, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 9

S3 Ep8: Cannabis and Congress, Stand Your Ground On Trial, and Monogamy or Not

On this episode of Revolt Black News; Marcus Wilson faces trial for the murder of Haley Hutcheson, in which Wilson and his team claimed self-defense ; the fatal stabbing of Christian Toby Obumseli; the latest legislative attempt to legalize marijuana; marriage in the black community and an in-depth look into monogamy.

Apr 15, 202246 minSeason 3Ep. 8

S3 Ep4: Remembering Breonna Taylor, Black Beauty, and POTUS vs the black media

On this episode of Revolt Black News; discussing the American education system; remembering Breonna Taylor; the rise of cosmetic procedures and an in-depth look on why its trending among black women. Black owned media covering the biggest stories from Covid-19 to George Floyd and the recent sentencing of Jussie Smollett.

Mar 18, 202248 minSeason 3Ep. 4

S3 Ep3: Ukraine’s Racial War, The Supreme Court Shake Up and The New Therapy: The Magic Shop

Discussing the relevance of African countries tied to Ukraine and the domino effect as the nation faces war; Who is Kentaji Brown-Jackson? and do Black officials have to use their power to serve the Black community in America?; Black Hair Therapy and the importance of self-care and expression and "Black Women Luxury" problematic or motivational?

Mar 11, 202246 minSeason 3Ep. 3

S3 Ep2: From The Drill Dilemma To Trayvon 10 Years Later

Dissecting the drill music phenomenon and the surge of gang-related gun violence in New York City, artists weigh in on how its bigger than the underground genre; the latest study done by the CDC - Black people representing only 12% of the U.S. population but having the largest share of HIV diagnoses. Why are people falling for romance scams? A conversation on the shooting death of Amir Locke and a tribute to Trayvon Martin. Hosted by Neima Abdulahi.

Mar 07, 202249 minSeason 3Ep. 2

S3 Ep1: The Black Panther’s Main Mission and The Misunderstood Movement

Looking at the legacy and misconceptions of the Black Panthers and Black Lives Matter movements; an analysis of the "smash and grab" trend; does marriage still matter for Black people?; TikTok's Black content creator conundrum; celebrating the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame. Hosted by Neima Abdulahi.

Feb 25, 202248 minSeason 3Ep. 1

S1: Kanye and Drake’s Unity For Justice, and The Journey To Health

In this episode of REVOLT Black News Weekly, guest host Neima Abdulahi examines Kanye and Drake’s “Free Larry Hoover Benefit Concert” and if it helped or harmed the social justice cause. Larry Hoover’s Attorney, Justin Moore and Author of Trap History A.R. Shaw join. As we head into the holidays, a special panel on how inflation and supply chain shortages are impacting healthy food access for Black communities. RBN Special Correspondent Kennedy Rue McCullough takes us through this week’s REVOLT ...

Dec 17, 202149 min

S1: Crime, Cryptocurrency, and The Revolution To Confront Colonialism

In this episode of REVOLT Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams and panel examine the 500+ homicides in Philly, making it the deadliest year in the city’s history. Philadelphia Councilman Kenyatta Johnson joins to answer the question - what is going on in Wild West Philly? Host of Maconomics, Ro$$ Mac and Personal Finance Expert Ash Cash are Guests in the roundtable that break down how to get into the game of digital currency and avoid the pitfalls! RBN Special Correspondent Kennedy Rue McCullough...

Dec 10, 202149 min

S1: The Caught-on Camera Revolution and the Road to Potential Justice

In this episode of REVOLT Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams and a team of legal experts look back on the trial of Ahmaud Arbery’s convicted murders and ask the question - what if there had been no video evidence?... Professor Clark D. Cunningham, Georgia State College of Law joins. RBN Special Correspondent Neima Abdulahi moderates an African roundtable where guests respond to the Omicron Covid-19 variant and how the travel restrictions impact their life on the ground. Khumo Masege, South Afri...

Dec 03, 202149 min

S1: Fiscal Literacy And Justice Within

In this episode of REVOLT Black News Weekly, the gun violence crisis in Black communities takes center stage. From highlighting the “Black Safety First: A Revolt Family Discussion” Panel at the Revolt Summit in Atlanta over the weekend, Eboni K Williams brings an additional conversation to various activists and families who are grieving to find solutions. National civil rights attorney Justin A. Moore joins a roundtable conversation examining the power of pastors beyond the pulpit in the murder ...

Nov 19, 202149 min

S1: The Revolution For Accountability and Justice and Empowerment

In this episode of Revolt Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams and panelists examine the Astroworld travesty and if Travis Scott’s career is truly over. Derrian Perry, LaToya Evans, and Morten Thanning Vendelo join for perspective on the events, while looking back at previous debacles... were other music artists able to bounce-back historically? In the trial of the three white men who plead not guilty to charges of murder, aggraved assault, and false imprisonment in the death of Ahmaud Arbery, on...

Nov 12, 202149 min

S1: The Great Revolution For Justice And Economic Freedom

In this episode of Revolt Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams looks at John and Ronell Stephenson’s imprisonment in Ecuador and asks are Black Americans safer before or after they leave U.S. borders? The Stephenson Brothers, their attorney Jason Poblete, and their father Robert Stephenson all join. Additionally, Investigative Youtuber Rob Christian gives perspective. It’s “The Great Resignation.” Kevonna McAnuff, Denise Hamilton, and Davida Selby look at the trends in Black Americans logging off...

Nov 05, 202149 min

S1: Voting For Change And Uprising In A Social Media World

In this episode of Revolt Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams leads an extensive panel ahead of election day on November 2nd and examines how Georgia’s recent voter laws could impact the Atlanta Mayoral election. J Craig Gordon, Garrison Douglas, Nse’ Ufot, and Olivia Rondaeu join. Guests Neima Abdulahi, Rasha Ali and Ramey Dawoud dissect the unrest in Sudan. What’s behind the Coup, what’s at stake, and what’s the future of its people? In this week’s entertainment round-up, Kennedy Rue, Shanna P...

Oct 29, 202149 min

S1: Justice For Ahmaud, Haiti In Crisis & Black Women's Health

In this episode of Revolt Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams explores the trial of the three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery with attorneys Gerald Griggs and Sue-Ann Robinson. Carel Pedre joins for insight into the recent kidnappings in Haiti and with some residents refusing to come out of their houses in protest of safety - is the Caribbean country in a new state of desperation? Guest Correspondent Neima Abdulahi moderates this week’s entertainment round-up with Dani Canada and Ray Cornei...

Oct 22, 202149 min

S1: Chi-Town War of Words and the Social Justice to Economic Warfare

In this episode of REVOLT BLACK NEWS, guest host Neima Abdulahi examines the war-of-words and collaboration between Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County State Attorney Kim Foxx regarding the city’s recent West Side shooting with panelists Brandon Pope, Jahmal Cole, and Ibie Hart. Michelle Hope, Jonathan Kirkland, and Leah Gordone dive-into the potential dangers of the Black Dating App industry. Rap legend Ludacris stops by to chat about his new animated Netflix series ‘Karma.’ Quincy Har...

Oct 15, 202148 min

S1: Social Media Shut Down and Black America

In this episode of Revolt Black News, Guest Host NEIMA ABDULAHI examines the Facebook whistleblower and the social media shut down with Tech Expert Stephanie Humphrey and Financial Expert Ash Cash. Kitti Jones, ex-girlfriend of R. Kelly and former prosecutor & civil rights attorney Maria Banjo answer the question: Can Black Women be damsels in distress? Ty Cole and Shynika Taylor break down all this week’s entertainment news including ‘Insecure’ going into its final season, the Hollywood For...

Oct 08, 202149 min

Justice Served as the Culture Speaks Out

In this episode of Revolt Black News Weekly, Eboni K Williams breaks down the R. Kelly verdict with “Surviving R. Kelly” Executive Producer Tamra Simmons, attorney Gerald Griggs who represents the family of Jocelyn Savage (one of R. Kelly’s girlfriends), and criminal defense attorney Bernarda Villalona. Black Americans are resorting to “DIY” tactics to investigate and report on the disparity in Black missing persons. The mother of Brittany Palmer - Vontria Palmer Mobley, Leah Gordone of Black Gi...

Oct 01, 202149 min

S1: Enduring The Race

In this episode of REVOLT BLACK NEWS, Eboni K Williams dives into the Haitian immigration and deportation issues at the Texas border with Melky Jean and France Francois. REVOLT BLACK NEWS kicks-off its mayoral race series in ATL with Sandy Springs mayoral candidate, Dontaye Carter. Mandii B, Jason Carter, and Sibley Scoles discuss all things entertainment with updates in the case of R. Kelly, a Kobe Bryant-designed watch up for auction for $10 Million, Jeezy and Jeannie Mai announce their first ...

Sep 24, 202149 min

S1: Prosecutions, Protections, & Preventions

In this episode of REVOLT BLACK NEWS, Eboni K Williams along with attorneys Walter Mosley and Bernarda Villalona examine the fourth week in the people’s case against Robert Sylvester Kelly. The panel breaks down the prosecutorial strategy and what they learned from R. Kelly’s 2008 acquittal.

Sep 21, 202149 min
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