

Native Land Pod
iHeartPodcasts and Reasoned Choice
In the spirit of the last stanza of the Black National Anthem, we rise from the past, rooted deeply in the soil of ancestral struggles, to build a home, to claim our space. On Native Land Pod, Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum guide us through the political landscape, wielding insights and unapologetic analysis, unraveling the threads that connect Black Americans and marginalized communities to a place they courageously call home.
In each episode, Angela, Tiffany, Bakari, and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.
Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding strength that defines the journey to reclaim 'Native Land.' This isn't just news analysis; it's a movement, a conversation, and a testament to the power of those who dare to rebuild and redefine the meaning of home.
Talk to us:
Tiffany Cross @tiffanydcross
Angela Rye @angelarye
Andrew Gillum @andrewgillum
Bakari Sellers @bakarisellers
In each episode, Angela, Tiffany, Bakari, and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.
Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding strength that defines the journey to reclaim 'Native Land.' This isn't just news analysis; it's a movement, a conversation, and a testament to the power of those who dare to rebuild and redefine the meaning of home.
Talk to us:
Tiffany Cross @tiffanydcross
Angela Rye @angelarye
Andrew Gillum @andrewgillum
Bakari Sellers @bakarisellers
Episodes
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Apr 1, 2024 • 23min
The Politics of Instagram | MiniPod
Hosts discuss Instagram's new limits on political content, questioning its impact on informing the public. They explore the challenges of regulating social media for accurate information and touch on the dangers of misinformation in elections.

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Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 9min
The Trump Reckoning That Wasn’t
Discussing Trump's legal battles and state charges, the hosts delve into New York's court ruling on fraud penalties. They explore the Republican anti-DEI laws and dive into Haiti's escalating crisis. The episode also highlights Shirley Chisholm's biopic and urges listeners to act on important issues.

Mar 21, 2024 • 1h 10min
Trump’s Bloodbath… The First Step
Welcome home! This week, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross start the show with a look at Trump’s recent “bloodbath” debacle. Trump’s violent language on the campaign trail is nothing new, so how concerned should we be about political violence? What are the lasting effects of promoting violence as a political strategy? Is it “terrorism”?? Plus, you remember the First Step Act, that bipartisan criminal justice reform bill passed by the 115th Congress and signed into law by Donald Trump in 2018 that Republicans were patting themselves on the back for? You might have missed it in the mainstream news, but the ultra conservative Supreme Court just struck down a key part of the bill and the Justice who drafted the majority opinion MIGHT surprise you! The hosts dig into the SCOTUS ruling for this week’s deep dive. Are you HIGH? Or feeling low because Mary Jane is still a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substance ACT? Well, MVP Harris has some thoughts on it. If you’re in Baltimore, support Marilyn Mosby by showing up to her rally. It’s at noon this Saturday March 23rd at the Druid Hill YMCA and this is just... the first step. And since we know so many of you listen just for Tiffany’s sports analysis, she’ll be back to break down March Madness in this week’s Politics Are Everywhere. You can fill out your NCAA Women’s (and men’s) March Madness Bracket on the NCAA website. —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on Youtube. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. A special thanks as well to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 2024 • 20min
Do We Need a Third Party? | MiniPod
Hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross discuss the potential for a third party in the American political system. They delve into empowering voters, the impact of a third party candidate, and the challenges and opportunities for third-party systems in the US.

Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 18min
TikTok Getting Banned?!
Hosts discuss the TikTok ban, Trump versus Biden presidency, legal issues around Trump, and updates on the former State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby. They also touch on the impact of budget priorities, presidential immunity, and advocacy for black women like Marilyn Mosby.

Mar 11, 2024 • 14min
Reparations? How About We Don’t Pay Taxes | MiniPod
Welcome home y’all! On this MiniPod, hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum and Tiffany Cross discuss actor Terrence Howard’s refusal to pay nearly one million dollars in back taxes. In his defense, Terrence says it's “immoral” to tax the descendants of slaves. Do you think Black folks should have to pay taxes given what the US government owes us in reparations? —------- As always, we want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on Youtube. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael and Jabari Davis are our research producers, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. A special thanks as well to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 2024 • 1h 21min
The State of Our Union is…
Analysis of Biden's State of the Union address, North Carolina's gubernatorial candidate's rhetoric, and Marilyn Mosby's controversial prosecution of officers in the Freddie Gray case. Delves into political messaging, criminal justice reforms, and personal challenges in a high-stakes case.

Mar 4, 2024 • 16min
Why “Native Land Pod"? | MiniPod
Hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross discuss the meaning of 'Native Land', critique mainstream news, explore media representation for marginalized voices, and highlight the importance of authenticity and liberation in media.

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 15min
Blacks for Trump Isn’t a Thing
Michigan primary results, DEI under attack in Alabama, Fani Willis case update, beef with Wendy's surge pricing, State Of The Union questions, celebrities' political influence, gun control and socioeconomic priorities, food insecurity in black communities, ethics of testimony in legal hearings

Feb 22, 2024 • 55min
So We’re Prosecuting Fani Now?
Biden pushed on racial justice, Trump's sneaker brand, Black voters siding with Trump. Michigan primary drama with Rashida Tlaib. District Attorney Fani Willis' case complications and new evidence. Beyoncé's country single, Alabama Supreme Court ruling on embryos as people. Interesting topics with engaging debates.