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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

Shanquella Robinson: What Really Happened?

An update on the latest developments in the Shanquella Robinson case; investigating the Mississippi mystery surrounding Raheem Carter; Kennedy sits down with Grammy-nominated R&B artist Jozzy.

Mar 31, 202347 minSeason 4Ep. 8

S4 Ep7: The Mysterious Death of Shanquella Robinson, Pushing for Judicial Action, and the FBI’s Infiltration of BLM

This week, we continue the coverage of Shanquella Robinson and the mysterious murder surrounding her death while vacationing in Cabo, Mexico. The team investigates how the FBI infiltrated the Black Lives Matter movement in the summer of 2020. And more with a discussion of Onlyfans and how it changed lives for thousands…but the algorithm doesn’t seem to kick in for everyone.

Mar 10, 202350 minSeason 4Ep. 7

S4 Ep5: Beyond BMI: Watching Black Women’s Weight

This week on Revolt Black News, the body positivity movement has more women embracing their bodies at every size. But as the obesity epidemic hits Black women, we investigate if the body positivity movement is hurting our health. We speak with two doctors with two different points of view.

Feb 24, 202349 minSeason 4Ep. 5

S4 Ep4: Black Love Matters

Celebrating Valentine's Day with a special report on Black love, from the modern definition of the word to how this new generation views relationships.

Feb 17, 202347 minSeason 4Ep. 4

S4 Ep2: In Justice For Tyre: Investigating The Memphis PD

REVOLT Black News examines the brutal beating and murder of Tyre Nichols by the hands of, now, 6 officers who viciously beaten and ran down Tyre Nichols in Memphis. The team ends the show with a powerful tribute to Tyre and a glimpse to his personal life.

Feb 03, 202345 minSeason 4Ep. 2

S3 Ep40: The Real Thirst Trap: Environmental Injustice and the Crisis Affecting Black Communities

In this special edition of REVOLT BLACK NEWS, we investigate the crisis affecting the water and air in Black communities across the country. From Flint, Michigan to Louisiana's "Cancer Alley" to Watts, California, broken systems are causing concentrated pollutants in predominantly Black communities, leading to short and long-term health effects and financial burdens. We also examine the potential for pollutants to affect behavior and contribute to violence. Through interviews with community orga...

Dec 23, 202251 minSeason 3Ep. 40

S3 Ep39: Brittney Griner: After the Release and the Misinformation; Black Mental Health; Supporting HBCUs

On this episode of Revolt Black News Weekly, the team explorers Brittney Griner's mental health post release. While investigating the purge law and what that will mean for our Black communities beyond the Illinois’ border. The team taps into Black mental health, and supporting HBCU’s in our "Stand Up For" segment. And more with the Revolutionary of the Week & Entertainment Remix.

Dec 16, 202245 minSeason 3Ep. 39

S3 Ep38: The Philadelphia Experiment: Black America’s Mistrust of Medicine; Cannabis Conversation; Black Maternal Health

This week on REVOLT Black News, the team examines the scandal of the Philadelphia experiment from the 50's to the 70's, how white modern day Tuskegee experiment contributes to Black America's mistrust of the medical system, and the recent news of Brittney Griner's release from a Russian prison. And more with the Revolutionary of the Week & Entertainment Remix.

Dec 09, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 38

S3 Ep37: Black Men Violated and Humiliated; Finding Solutions to the Gun Violence Hitting the Culture; and Doing Away with the Cash Bail System

On this episode of REVOLT Black News, the team investigates the number of young black men strip searched, violated, and humiliated in Milwaukee. The team then explorers the violence within the hip-hop community and culture while finding a solution to stopping tragic incidents. And more with the Revolutionary of the Week & Entertainment Remix.

Dec 02, 202250 minSeason 3Ep. 37

S3 Ep34: Celebrating The Life of Takeoff, George Floyd's Family Speaks to RBNW Exclusively, and Hip-Hop, Politics, and Rap Lyrics

On this episode of REVOLT Black News, we celebrate the life of Migos group member Takeoff, who was shot and killed earlier this week. The aftermath of Kanye West fallout and the impact its having on the family of George Floyd. His family member speaks with guest host Tezlyn Figaro in an RBNW exclusive interview. The team then, explores hip hop artists on trial and the pending legislation to protect them from the law as we roll into midterm elections.

Nov 04, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 34

S3 Ep30: "The Water Boys" controversial business, the homicide rate in New Orleans, HBCUs vs. PWIs

On this episode of Revolt Black News, the team examines the illegal sale of bottled water, as young individuals known as "The Water Boys" controversial business, is it giving back to the community or causing violent turf battles; while discussing and comparing the number of homicides within the population, the homicide rate in New Orleans is significantly higher than in any other American city; HBCUs vs. PWIs - a debate about the black college experience and whether or not it should be shared at...

Oct 07, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 30

S3 Ep28: The Spike In Violence In LA; The Purge Law And Black America; And The Defamation VS Blogger Responsibility

This week on Revolt Black News Weekly, we explore the spike in robberies and violent crime in LA following the fatal robbery and death of rapper/singer PnB Rock. The team examines the purge law and our black communities beyond Illinois' border. For our “Black all over the world- we explore the ongoing violence in Haiti as well as the disproportionate access monkeypox vaccine in the African diaspora. And more with Entertainment Remix and Revolutionary of the Week.

Sep 23, 202247 minSeason 3Ep. 28

S3 Ep27: Black Community And The Jackson Water Crisis & The Cost Of BLM

This week on Revolt Black News Weekly, Segun Oduolowu, guest hosts this week as we investigate the deep-rooted history of the water crisis in Jackson, Mississippi as well as the recent increase in gang activity in Haiti. Kennedy Rue talks with Tyler Perry about his Netflix film “Jazzman’s Blues” and recaps Black Excellence at the 2022 Emmy Awards with some hot takes. And more with Entertainment Remix and Revolutionary of the Week.

Sep 16, 202248 minSeason 3Ep. 27

S3 Ep25: The Brittney Griner Effect and Black Americans Behind Bars

On this episode of REVOLT Black News Weekly the team addresses the Brittney Griner effect and justice here on US soil, as an international effort is underway to bring her home. Exploring the plight of black business and the struggle in the midst of inflation. In our Entertainment Remix, Kennedy sits with Kevin Hart and more.

Aug 26, 202247 minSeason 3Ep. 25

S3 Ep23: Monkeypox And Why Black America Should Be Concerned, Then The Menthol Cigarette Ban, Harmful Or Helpful?

In this episode of REVOLT Black News Weekly, the lead piece addresses fact and fiction of Monkeypox and the impact on Black Americans. Next we explore the impact to the culture if a proposed ban on menthol goes through, we speak to folks on both sides. Then it’s Kennedy Rue’s sit down and flashback with Jamie Foxx. and lastly we highlight the 9-year-old changing the face of diversity on YouTube.

Aug 12, 202245 minSeason 3Ep. 23

S3 Ep22: Political Pandering To Black America And The Growing Faith Shift

Sunday, July 31, marks 100 days out until the midterms.It’s something that occurs every political season. RBNW examines the political pandering of Black Americans in efforts of securing the coveted Black vote. Is it cynical or helpful? Watch new episodes of REVOLT Black News Thursdays @ 9p ET, only on REVOLT.

Aug 05, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 22

S3 Ep21: Justice For Emmett Till And Cash Bail System Overhaul

REVOLT Black News Weekly investigates the ongoing efforts from the family of Emmett Till pushing authorities to serve a 1955 arrest warrant to the white woman they say is responsible for his murder and kidnapping. In a discussion we get perspective from the younger generation to the rebirthed mission to rewrite history. More with Entertainment Remix and Revolutionary of the Week.

Jul 29, 202249 minSeason 3Ep. 21

S3 Ep20: White Replacement Theory And What Reparations Look Like In 2022

REVOLT Black News Weekly investigates the growing ideology of the The Great Replacement Theory and the extreme violence targeting Black Americans rooted in racist fear mongering. In a discussion, we examine the threats depicted in mainstream events like the Buffalo shooting, and more with Entertainment Remix and Revolutionary of the Week. Watch new episodes of REVOLT Black News Thursdays @ 9p ET, only on REVOLT.

Jul 22, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 20

S3 Ep19: Nipsey's Killer Convicted And What's Behind The No Snitching Syndrome

REVOLT Black News questions why Jayland Walker story is invisible from the mainstream news cycle; the silence of a community and witnesses surrounding Nipsey Hussle's murder; What is the outcome of Britney Griner pleading guilty. And more with Entertainment Remix and Revolutionary of the Week.

Jul 15, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 19
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