Native Land Pod
Native Land Pod is a political podcast hosted by Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum. The show provides insightful and unapologetic analysis of the news of the week, focusing on issues affecting Black Americans and marginalized communities. Each episode weaves together reflection, empowerment, and a call to action, aiming to redefine the concept of home and belonging. The podcast is produced by iHeartPodcasts and Reasoned Choice.
Episodes
A Challenge on Barack Obama feat Dr. David Johns | Angela Rye SoloPod
Guest Dr. David J. Johns helps Angela process comments and criticism after last week’s segment about Barack Obama, and the need for new Black leadership. Speaking of which, you can pre-order The Black Papers now, the most comprehensive Black policy agenda produced in a generation. Angela Rye and Dr. Johns have been working for the last 18 months with the State of the People team
Public Safety Starts with Investing in People | NLP Replay
Violent crimes in Chicago are falling (despite what Trump is saying). In 2025, they hit a decade-low. How did they do it?? Mayor Brandon Johnson shares the city’s secrets. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #152 that aired on 10-08-26 LINKS & RESOURCES Chicago Crime Rate: https://www.illinoispolicy.org/
Da Vinchi Who?? …And Why Words Matter | MiniPod
The actor, Da’Vinchi, caught a lot of heat this week for calling Black Americans lazy. That’s not all he said though. Our hosts examine the totality of his remarks AND the uproar in response to them. Join Hosts ngela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for a special live MiniPod. SUBMIT A QUESTION If you’d like to submit a question, chec
Are We Bold Enough to Finish What Our Ancestors Started?
What is our duty to the ancestors? Particularly for those in power. Barack Obama asked himself this question in an interview with author Ta-Nehasi Coates. Chicago’s mayor, Brandon Johnson, joins us to answer it as well. Violent crimes in Chicago (despite what Trump is saying) are falling, in 2025 they hit a decade-low. How did they do it?? Join hosts Angela R
Power Ranking the 2028 Presidential Candidates | Bakari Sellers SoloPod
Bakari Sellers ranks the top candidates for the 2028 presidential election, sports-center style. 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 here on YouTube. Native Land Po
Rappers' Unnatural Allegiance to Losers | NLP Replay
Our hosts go deep on the phenomenon of Black republicans, and rappers stumping for republicans. We miss when hip hop stars rallied against the system. Now they’re more often concerned with getting their taxes cut, and being close to power. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #151 that aired on 10-01-26 SUBMIT A QUESTION &nbs
Do Black People Expect Too Much from Their “Rich Friend”? | MiniPod
Billionaire Lebon James’ wife, Savannah James, stirred some controversy when she shared that she doesn’t pay for her best friend’s travel when they vacation together. What are the responsibilities of the “rich” friend? And our hosts react to a story from the “Call The Girls” podcast about a husband who put his wife in the backseat so his femal
Are Rappers the GOP’s Shortcut to Black Voters?
The midterm elections are 33 days away. It’s a good time to recap where the race for the Senate stands. Plus, our hosts go deep on the phenomenon of Black republicans, and rappers stumping for republicans. Are these clowns convincing anyone? Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for episode 151 of Native Land Pod. Welcome home y’all! FYSA HEADLINES &
Power Ranking the 2028 Presidential Candidates | Bakari Sellers SoloPod
Bakari Sellers ranks the top candidates for the 2028 presidential election, sports-center style. Today Bakari has a special sixth entry, and a couple of new faces are introduced to the rankings. 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/Tw
How Should Democrats Rebuild? | NLP Replay
What will governance look like when Democrats take back power? Our guest, Pete Buttigieg, says we can’t go back to how things were. There has to be a new normal. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #150 that aired on 09-24-26. SUBMIT A QUESTION If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/ree
Will We Ever Find Out What Happened to Nolan Wells? | MiniPod
A Grand Jury has decided that there is no evidence of criminal wrongdoing in the Nolan Wells case, meaning there will not be a state-led investigation into his death. In response, the Wells family and their attorneys have released new evidence, which shows that the Grand Jury’s ruling is nothing short of malpractice. Nolan Wells was the 18-year-old who drowned off t
Pete Buttigieg Wants Democrats to Tighten Up
What will governance look like when Democrats take back power? How will they undo the blatant corruption that we’ve seen under Trump 2.0? Our guest, Pete Buttigieg, says we can’t go back to how things were. There has to be a new normal. Former Transportation Secretary and presidential candidate, Pete Buttigieg, joins the show to talk strategy: how Democrats can win, and wh
The State of Black Economics ft. Earn Your Leisure | Angela Rye SoloPod
Can we build Black wealth without social justice protections? A conversation about wealth-building with Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal, co-founders of Earn Your Leisure. EYL: https://earnyourleisure.com/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We
Power Ranking the 2028 Presidential Candidates | Bakari Sellers SoloPod
Bakari Sellers ranks the top candidates for the 2028 presidential election, sports-center style. We have a couple of honorable mentions today. Want to ask Bakari 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
Don Jr’s Secret Russian Sugar Daddy | NLP Replay
ProPublica has reported that Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding was secretly bankrolled by Umar Kremlev, a Russian oligarch close to president Putin. Hoes of a feather flock together y’all. Don Jr. and his new wife Bettina admitted to everything, and said they don’t understand why it’s a big deal… Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode
NLP at CBCF’s Annual Legislative Conference 2026
Native Land Pod at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference. Interviews with the most influential politicians and changemakers serving the Black community. Join hosts Angela Rye and guest host Elizabeth Booker Houston for a special live edition of Native Land Pod. SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-sec
The Demonization of DEI | MiniPod
The narrative around DEI has shifted in Hollywood. We have white ladies (Sarah Paulson) saying that they’re not being given the same opportunities handed to their Black male counterparts (Sterling Brown & Courtney Vance). NO Black actors won at the Emmys despite multiple nominations. Mike Tomlin, one of the few Black NFL coaches, has some words of wisdom for how to refocus o
When Honoring Chris Brown Becomes a Political Crisis
Chris Brown was honored with a congressional record at a concert in Dallas by Rep Jasmine Crockett and Texas State Rep Venton Jones. It has become a debacle after outraged victims of domestic abuse spoke out against Mr. Brown, who infamously beat Rihanna and other romantic partners. Rep Jones has apologized while Crockett is standing on business–this is an excellent moment to educate a
Millions Removed From the Voter Rolls. Are You Still Registered? | Angela Rye SoloPod
Millions of voter registrations have been removed from the rolls in Florida and South Carolina since 2022. In Florida, more than 2.3 million registrations were removed between 2022 and July 2026. In South Carolina, nearly 1.2 million registrations were removed between 2022 and 2025. We’ll be joined by Chanae Jackson, Organizing Director for Florida For All, to discuss voter-roll remov
Power Ranking the 2028 Presidential Candidates | Bakari Sellers SoloPod
Bakari Sellers ranks the top candidates for the 2028 presidential election, sports-center style. 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 here on YouTube. Native L
NYC Lied About What Really Happened After 9/11 | NLP Replay
New York City Mayor Mamdani just released a report showing that NYC officials lied about how many toxins were left in the air following the collapse of the twin towers, toxins which killed thousands of people. Former Mayor Giuliani is big mad about it. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #148 that aired on 09-10-26. SUBMIT A QUEST
Abdul El-Sayed Has to Tackle Race Relations in Michigan | MiniPod
Relations between the Arab and Black community in Michigan are threatening Democrat Abdul El-Sayed’s run for Senate. How has Abdul El-Sayed addressed this issue, and the Black community’s concerns? Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this week’s MiniPod. SUBMIT A QUESTION If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial v
Who is Telling the Truth about 9/11? Mamdani v. Giuliani
9/11’s 25th anniversary should be about the victims, their families, and reflecting on an event that altered the course of our history. Of course, Trump is using the anniversary to aggrandize himself, and Republicans–especially former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani–are furious at NYC’s current mayor Mamdani for attending the 9/11 memorial because Mamdani is muslim.&nb
If the Disrespect is Public, Should the Response Be Too? | Angela Rye SoloPod
Rula Jebreal, Palestinian activist, called Rep. Hakeem Jeffries an "AIPAC Monkey" on a podcast. Rula is a woman of color who apologized profusely, but when you say "monkey," everything else you say afterward can't be heard. Author and journalist, Michael Harriot, tells us what to do when allies trip up. Before we get to Michael: BET Digital has deleted their archive of articles--years
Was Bakari Wrong About Angie Nixon? | NLP Replay
Our host Bakari went viral last week for comments he made about Angie Nixon. Are these content creators twisting Bakari’s words to fit their narrative? Or does our host need to be checked? We’ll have influencer Nikki Freestyle on for a friendly debate. Watch Nikki’s video about Bakari and follow her @iamnikkifree on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcmHUcYv
Should Bipartisan Politics Die? | MiniPod
Apparently, we’re The Ops for supporting bipartisan politics... On last week’s show, NLP defended House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries after he met with Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner. As a leader, you have to talk to the other side. Many of y’all were calling NLP “bought and sold,” “AIPAC,” etc., and others had more serious c
Bakari Responds to Criticism Over His Angie Nixon Comments
We need to talk about clip culture; our host Bakari went viral this week for comments he allegedly made about Angie Nixon. Are these content creators twisting Bakari’s words to fit their narrative? Or does our host need to be checked? We’ll have influencer Nikki Freestyle on for a friendly debate. Watch Nikki’s video about Bakari and follow her @iamnikkifree on all p
A Daejon Love Story & Native Land Pod Scam | Angela Rye SoloPod
Fraudster Daejon Love was arrested after he defrauded more than two dozen women of over $1.3 million by posing as an NFL player on a dating app. The scam game is evolving. Speaking of the scam game evolving, someone impersonating Native Land Pod has been reaching out to folks on Instagram to try and rip them off!! @AdminEarth was contacted by a fake NLP account and joined us to
Ranking the Top 2028 Presidential Candidates | Bakari Sellers SoloPod
Bakari Sellers ranks the top candidates for the 2028 presidential election. 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 here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to
Why Mamdani Can Meet with Trump but Hakeem Jeffries Can’t? | NLP Replay
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries took a meeting with Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner this week. The Trump administration reportedly called the meeting to see what Democrats and Trump might be able to work together on. Jeffries faced backlash for taking the meeting, but isn’t that what a leader is supposed to do? Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers f
Flock Cameras, Meta Ray-Bans and the Death of Privacy | MiniPod
Flock license plate readers have spread rapidly throughout the country with little oversight, leading to widespread abuse of the surveillance cameras. Officers across the country have been using them to stalk ex’s and love interests. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers on this week’s MiniPod about modern surveillance. SUBMIT A QUESTION If you
Gary's Black Residents Without Power for TWO WEEKS?!
Gary, Indiana went without power for two weeks following major storms, much longer than surrounding areas. The city has a population of 70K, 80% of whom are Black. As the food in their fridge rotted and temperatures soared, conditions became dire. Gary’s mayor, Eddie Melton, joins NLP to explain the situation. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for episode 146 of Nat
How Not to Be the Ops | Angela Rye SoloPod
From the FBI infiltrating the Black Panthers and other groups, to Russia’s “Internet Research Agency” and their bot farms–there’s a throughline in history of Black folks being manipulated by outsiders to work against each other. Here’s a quick guide on how not to be The Ops with host Angela Rye. Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe
Lack of Evolution Will Be the Downfall of the Democratic Party | NLP Replay
Hakeem Jeffires and other “establishment” Democrats have been working hard to distance themselves from the DSA platform. Here’s the thing: DSA candidates themselves don’t subscribe to the more radical parts of the DSA’s official platform. Is it fair to hold DSA candidates responsible for the DSA platform, and what is the messaging strategy for the general election?&nb
The NAACP Joins the Nolan Wells Case | MiniPod
The NAACP has joined the legal fight in the case of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old who went missing on the Fourth of July while boating with his all-white friend group off the coast of Mississippi. In a place like Mississippi, trust in local law enforcement can be threadbare. This is where organizations like the NAACP are crucial, to conduct independent investigations. Attorney Kristen
Are We Evolving Past the Two-Party System?
Hakeem Jeffires and other “establishment” Democrats have been working hard to distance themselves from the DSA platform. Here’s the thing: DSA candidates themselves don’t subscribe to the more radical parts of the DSA’s official agenda. Is it fair to hold DSA candidates responsible for the DSA platform, and what is the messaging strategy for the general election? 
How Section 230 Protects Big Tech Companies | NLP Replay
Facebook has been paying white nationalists to make content for their platform through their creator monetization program. Our guest, civil rights leader Rashad Robinson, has direct experience dealing with Mark Zuckerberg and Meta. He helps us understand how racist content spreads on Facebook, and why it’s so difficult to regulate big tech. Join hosts Angela
Conservatives’ Trans Obsession Just Got Weirder | MiniPod
In an anti-trans political stunt, former NBA star and GOP-candidate for senate, Royce White, has applied for the WNBA draft. His desperate bid for attention did not win him the primary, where he came in a distant third. Meanwhile, a Washington spa is suing for their right to ban “pre-op” trans women from using the nude women’s spa. Join hosts Angela Rye
Facebook Decided to Line White Nationalists’ Pockets
Facebook has been paying white nationalists to make content for their platform through their creator monetization program. We have one question: wtf?? Our guest, civil rights leader Rashad Robinson, has direct experience dealing with Mark Zuckerberg and Meta. He helps us understand how racist content spreads on Facebook, and why it’s so difficult to regulate big tech. Jo
Will the Seattle Mayor Be Recalled? | NLP Replay
Why is Seattle’s Liberal White Mayor Targeting Black Officials? Maurice Mitchell, National Director of the Working Families Party, has a healthy debate with Angela Rye about Seattle’s mayor, Katie Wilson. Mayor Wilson ran on a progressive agenda that was endorsed by Maurice and the Working Families Party, but since coming into office, she’s been pushing out Black of
When the Story Moves Faster than the Truth | MiniPod
Why are TMZ and others so quick to proclaim the innocence of Nolan Wells’ friends, particularly after they said that they abandoned Nolan on an island?? Our guest, independent journalist and former news anchor Janai Norman, has been covering the case of Nolan Wells through a media literacy lens. She joins us to bring some sanity to the media coverage of the 18-year-old’s death.&
The Rise of the Working Class Candidate
What Party Gets You Closer to the American Dream? Michigan’s primary on Tuesday between a progressive, Abdul El-Sayed, and an establishment candidate, Haley Stevens, mirrors battles that have been playing out across the country. Here’s the question: how left is too left? Maurice Mitchell, National Director of the Working Families Party, joins us to talk about the el
Everybody Profits From Black Culture. Do Black Men? | Angela Rye SoloPod
Black men are highly visible in American culture, but increasingly absent from the places where long-term economic security is built: college campuses, stable employment, homeownership, and wealth. Why is that happening, and what do we do about it? Dr. Wes Bellamy joins Angela to discuss the new report, The Economic State of Black Men and Boys in the United States, and what the data reveals
New Audio Emerges in the Disappearance of Nolan Wells | NLP Replay
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace has proposed a bill in Congress to eliminate the Congressional Black Caucus (and other race-based advocacy groups) on the grounds that they are “racist.” Oh, the irony. Join hosts Angela Rye, and guest-hosts Joy Reid and Garrison Hayes, for this segment from episode #142 that aired on 07-30-26. Nolan Wells New Audio: https://www.threads.com/@dat
Work Wife Wins Again | MiniPod
Was Khloe’s husband in the wrong for giving the makeup-kit-raffle prize to his female coworker instead of taking it home to the wife? It was an expensive makeup kit. Would you be mad if your husband did this? Then when Khloe decided to bring their marriage drama into the public square, it became a different kind of viral conversation. Join host Angela Rye and guest-
Rooting for Everyone Black in the Primaries ft. Joy Reid
We have updates on the case of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old who disappeared over fourth of July while boating with his white friends. New audio has been uncovered from the day of his disappearance that raises questions about the official narrative–or does it? Join host Angela Rye along with special guest-hosts, Joy Reid and Garrison Hayes, for episode 142 of Native Land Pod.&nbs
Are Our Organizations Ready for This Moment? | Angela Rye SoloPod
As Federal power gets more concentrated, are our institutions built for this moment? The NAACP, Urban League, and others that have been on the front lines for our communities–what are their roles now? Do we fix and rebuild what we have, tear down what’s not working, or start something new? Join host Angela Rye with special guest Melanie Campbell. GUESTS Mela
A Nation on Fire Tour: Voting Rights Under Attack
There is a coordinated effort to suppress the votes of Black folks. SCOTUS weakened the Voting Rights Act in their Louisiana v. Calais decision, and redistricting has papered over majority-Black districts. However, courts have prevented the Trump administration from limiting mail-in ballots, and there are measures to be taken to restore and protect our right to vote. Join
When Fighting for Fair Maps Gets You Arrested | MiniPod
State Rep. Angie Nixon is facing two misdemeanor charges for her participation in a sit-in protest against Florida’s redistricting efforts outside governor Ron DeSantis’ office. Rep. Nixon joins Angela Rye for this live solo MiniPod to talk charges, Florida, and her bid for the U.S. senate. Read more: https://www.wctv.tv/2026/07/15/florida-rep-angie-nixon-char
A Nation on Fire Tour: Protecting Black America
From the NAACP convention in Chicago: the cases of Nolan Wells and Karmelo Anthony have raised concerns about the treatment of Black youth and the narratives that shape public perception before due process can take its course. Black communities question whether the systems designed to protect them are working fairly and equitably. From the stage, Larry Hoover’s mother makes a pl
From Presence to Power ft. Rashad Robinson | Angela Rye SoloPod
Why do some fights for justice hit a wall while others succeed? That’s the central premise of civil rights leader Rashad Robinson’s new book, From Presence to Power (out July 28th). Marches and social media fads alone do not gain the needed leverage over politicians and corporate executives to make change. Rashad shows us how to get from point A to point B, and achieve rea
Will Hakeem Be Speaker? | NLP Replay
Democratic leadership in congress is split over a vote on blocking Israel aid. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told his colleagues that he will not support an amendment aimed at cutting off U.S. aid to Israel. His second-in-command, Katherine Clark, has said that she will. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #140 that aired on 07-1
Black Wealth in the Post-DEI Era | MiniPod
Was Jaylen Brown Traded for Advocating for Black Wealth? Jaylen Brown is calling for NBA players to receive equity in the teams they play for. Is this why the Celtics traded him?? It’s not all about the NBA; Jaylen’s efforts to educate the Black community about wealth building do not go unnoticed on Native Land Pod. Join hosts Angela Rye and Bakari Sellers fo
Pardon me? Lil Boosie is BIG Mad!
H to the IZZO and is Yo President a Ho?! The summer of scam continues! From Mississippi’s governor turning down SNAP funds, to Jay-Z fans crashing through security, to rapper Boosie paying two MAGA-thieves for a Trump pardon that never materialized. And we’ve received your kind messages about host Andrew Gillum. We’ll playback some of your responses to l
RIP Lindsay? The Real Threat is the Consolidation of Power | Angela Rye SoloPod
Trump has been doing his best to bypass Congress and the courts whenever he can. In this episode, we take stock of how far Trump has gone to consolidate power in the executive branch. In a recent example of executive power expanding, SCOTUS granted the president the right to fire independent Federal commissioners. Trump then removed ALL the board members of the Election Assistance Com
Are Our Children Safe with Their All-White Friend Group? | MiniPod
18-year-old Nolan Wells was found dead after going missing while boating off the coast of Mississippi with a group of all-white friends. Nolan is Black, mixed race. In a county that is 66% white, 19% Black, the white sheriff was quick to close the investigation into Nolan’s death and say there was no wrongdoing. The mother of one of the boys involved is a local judge, and she wa
NLP Responds to the Allegations Against Andrew
Native Land Pod is without one of our hosts for this episode. We ask for your prayers and support for Andrew Gillum, who was arrested in Daphne, Alabama last week. Andrew was charged with marijuana possession and unlawful possession of a controlled substance. One of the officers said they saw a glass pipe in the center console, prompting a search of his vehicle. In this e
Is America Great Yet? Live at Essence Fest
America turns 250 this year. It's also a midterm election year. We asked three special guests to answer the question: Is America Great Yet (no but seriously)? Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum on stage at Essence Fest 2026 in New Orleans. GUESTS Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) State Sen. Royce Duplessis (LA District 5) S
The Party We Built ft. Ashley Etienne | Angela Rye SoloPod
Black voters have delivered the Democratic Party victory after victory. In return, Democrats have failed to advance and protect the interests of the Black community. It’s time for a hard conversation. Our guest today is Ashley Etienne and the topic is her recent op-ed article titled, “The Party We Built, The Bill Has Come Due.” The episode starts with an updat
Are Socialists Sabotaging the Democratic Party? | NLP Replay
Our hosts debate if the Democratic “big tent” is big enough for socialists after the DSA (Democratic Socialists of America) takeover of NYC’s primaries. Will socialists sabotage Democrats in the midterms? Heads up y’all, this one gets heated! Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #138 that aired on 07-02-26
America’s 250th Birthday Party: Are Black Folks Invited? | MiniPod
What does the fourth of July mean to a descendent of slavery? How do we process a 250th anniversary with a government that is taking our rights and erasing our history? Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this Native Land MiniPod. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send
Scammin’ A$$ Ninjas in the White House
Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” is the hit of the summer, a song that glorifies scamming. Does music like this set a bad example for the Black community or do older generations just need something to complain about? Plus, our hosts debate if the Democratic “big tent” is big enough for socialists after the DSA (Democratic Socialists of America) takeover of NYC’s
The Racists are Racist-ing | Angela Rye SoloPod
What’s the environment for a Black girls’ dreams to manifest? It sure as hell isn’t the world Megyn Kelly is inventing. We start with Megyn’s latest “hood on” moment and move on to Joy & Justice with Chanceé Lundy and LaTosha Brown. And a case study of Clarence Thomas, perhaps the most powerful self-hating Black man. G
Why is Jasmine Crockett Expected to Deliver Votes? ft. Reecie Colbert | NLP Replay
In Texas, Jasmine Crockett is being criticized for not supporting senate candidate James Talarico ENOUGH; our guest Reecie Colbert explains why the Black vote needs to be EARNED. Follow Reecie Colbert: https://www.instagram.com/reeciecolbert/?hl=en Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #137 that aired on 06-25-26 If
The World Cup is What America Could Be | Minipod
Americans are falling back in love with their own country by seeing it through the eyes of visitors. The display of diversity at the World Cup is breaking right-wing narratives that pit Americans against foreigners, and reminds us what REALLY makes us great. READ MORE Patrice Lumumba Wiki Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrice_Lumumba Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and B
Black Voters Do Not OWE You Their Support
In Texas, Jasmine Crockett is being criticized for not supporting senate candidate James Talarico ENOUGH; our guest Reecie Colbert explains why the Black vote needs to be EARNED. Besides, why do Black politicians always have to save everybody else's election?? Mayor Mamdani has become a kingmaker in New York politics as all the Democratic Socialist candidates he endorsed win their pri
The REAL Playbook on Voting Power | Angela Rye SoloPod
Today’s SoloPod focuses on how communities protect voting power amidst redistricting and fights over electoral maps. Angela Rye will be joined by Zakiya Mickle, Chief Collective Strategist at The Ubuntu Collective, and Mary-Pat Hector, CEO of Rise. Our guests explain how their grassroots pressure works, and what lessons can be applied to other states facing similar threat
America 250: Nation on Fire | Native Land Pod Goes on Tour
Native Land Pod is going on tour and coming to a town near YOU: New Orleans, LA Chicago, IL Greenwood, MS St. Louis, MO Washington D.C. Baton Rouge, LA Houston, TX Richmond, VA Orangeburg, SC Greensboro, NC GET DATES AND TICKETS, FOLLOW THE TOUR: anationonfire.com Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for the tour announcement. Welcome home y&rs
Jay-Z Strikes a Deal with Target? | NLP Replay
The Internet is outraged after Jay-Z and Roc Nation allegedly struck a deal with Target. Here’s the thing, that deal never happened... Ultimately the question is, with DEI Boycotts, who is responsible for holding the line? READ MORE Jay-Z/Target Controversy: https://spencercolbert.substack.com/p/the-jay-z-target-controversy-reveals?r=2czcqh&utm_medium=ios&utm_id=97760_v0_s
A Nation on Fire Tour, First Stop Atlanta
Georgia’s legislature opened a special session to redraw Georgia’s electoral maps, and dilute Black voting power. This week, Native Land Pod rallies with the people for a live show near Georgia’s capital building. FOLLOW THE TOUR: anationonfire.com If you’re in Atlanta, join us at Russell Center at 9:30am! Bring a sign. IN THIS EPISOD
Trump Just Gave Iran $300 Billion
Trump’s deal to end the war with Iran includes MAJOR concessions. The U.S. lost the war and we have receipts for just how much it’s going to cost. The Internet is outraged after Jay-Z and Roc Nation allegedly struck a deal with Target. Here’s the thing, that deal never happened... Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 136 of Nati
Banned Precincts, Raided Offices, Now THIS | Angela Rye SoloPod
This week we're breaking down how extreme the attacks on voting rights and election interference have gotten, and the case studies that prove it's not slowing down. Host Angela Rye sits down with students from North Carolina A&T, the nation's largest HBCU, who are leading the fight to restore on-campus early voting after Guilford County and the NC State Election Board pulled the site ah
Paper Bag Test for the World Cup | NLP Replay
A World Cup referee from Somalia has been barred entry into the United States–and he’s not the only one. The United States’ visa restrictions are causing chaos for the world’s biggest tournament. Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #135 that aired on 01-11-26. If you’d like to submit a question, ch
Do We Always Have to Pick the Best of the Worst? | MiniPod
Oftentimes we’re told (in general elections) to vote blue no matter who. But does that really mean ANYONE gets a pass? On this MiniPod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers share their red lines for elected officials. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativel
The Verdict the Internet Can't Agree On
19-year old Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison for killing his fellow track star, Austin Metcalf, which Karmelo claimed was in self-defense. Karmelo and Austin were 17 at the time of the incident. We think the jury botched this. Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 135 of Native Land Pod. FYS
You Need to Know About Karmelo Anthony's Case | Angela Rye SoloPod
Before we get to Karmelo Anthony: Trump rage quits an interview and gets booed at the NBA finals. A verdict has been read in Karmelo Anthony’s trial, the 19-year old who stands accused of murder that his attorneys claim was self defense. If you didn’t know about this trial, it’s past time. LINKS AND RESOURCES Follow The Public Opinion Court: http
America Owes a Debt | NLP Replay
Congresswoman Summer Lee [PA-12] explains why some Democrats stand in the way of reparations. Read Rep. Summer Lee’s Reparations Bill: https://summerlee.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-summer-lee-colleagues-advocates-reintroduce-reparations-now-resolution Join hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers for this segment from episode #134 that aired on 06-04-
What Does Activism Actually Cost Us? | MiniPod
The toll that making a stand can take is real. Often, it comes in the form of personal sacrifices, like boycotts and strikes. When is it worth it? When is there no choice? Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. &n
Delaney Hall Exposes the Real America
On episode 134 of Native Land Pod, we travel to the protests outside Delaney Hall detention center, where migrants are being given rotten food, inadequate medical care, and held for months in inhumane conditions. Time and again, Democrats fail to support reparations initiatives on the national stage. Our guest, Congresswoman Summer Lee, represents Pennsylvania's 12th district. &
Where Are the REAL Allies? | Angela Rye SoloPod
With the Voting Rights Act in tatters, will corporate America reaffirm their commitment to our right to vote? The Congressional Black Caucus thinks they might… Our second guest, Congressman Jonathan Jackson of Illinois’ 1st district, is calling on Costco, Microsoft, John Deere, Apple, Ford, McDonalds, and others to do more. Our first guest is Maryam Jazini Do
