Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro
Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro (@tezlynfigaro) examines controversial and thought-provoking topics with diverse guests to discuss politics, social consciousness, and culture. Through weekly conversations, Tezlyn invites guests to share their views and experiences, raw and unfiltered, to educate, uplift, and provide honest insight into the issues facing the Black community in America. A mix of hip-hop and political expertise, Tezlyn keeps her ears to the street and brings her knowledge and savvy to every discussion with power and purpose.
Latest episodes
Jun 5, 2025 • 56min
J6 Defendant Mocks The Death Of George Floyd
January 6 participant Jake Lang released a video of himself kneeling on the back of a fellow Capitol riot defendant in an attempt to cast doubt on scientific evidence that proved Derek Chauvin murdered George Floyd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 2, 2025 • 52min
Black History Saturday Is Now Online
Join Tezlyn Figaro and Kristi Williams as they discuss the award winning program Black History Saturdays visit www.blackhistorysaturdays.com for more information See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 30, 2025 • 28min
Weekly News Round-Up
Check out the new stories that you missed and what it means to you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2025 • 44min
The Political Class Is In Shambles!
The political class is in shambles! Tap in with Tezlyn to learn why YOU have the power and how the time to organize is now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23, 2025 • 49min
George Floyd Police Reform Policies Ending in Minneapolis!
The Trump administration’s announcement on Wednesday that it was withdrawing from federal oversight plans for the Minneapolis Police Department came as the city was preparing to mark the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s killing at the hands of the police.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2025 • 34min
Black Women Lost The Most Jobs In April
Report Reveals Black Women Lost The Most Jobs In April And Changes In DEI Could Partially Be To Blame. Black women workers lost more jobs than other demographics in April, according to a report. While the overall unemployment rate for April 2025 remained unchanged, stats released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic show that Black women lost 38,000 jobs and their unemployment went up by 106,000, according to Creative Investment Research. Bloomberg notes the unemployment rate for Black women was a full percentage point higher at 6.1% (compared to 5.1% in March), and this rate has been on the rise since February 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 2, 2025 • 33min
Black Effect Podcast Festival + More
The Black Effect Podcast Network celebrates its 3rd podcast festival in Atlanta, Georgia + more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 2025 • 48min
How To Avoid A Shannon Sharpe Crash Out
Tezlyn unpacks the Shannon Sharpe saga and provides a different point of view that is often missed in pop culture conversations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 17, 2025 • 58min
How Will Tariffs Affect The Price Of Wigs And Cell Phones? + Steven A Smith For President + More
The price of weaves and wigs will be affected by Trump tariffs however the price of cell phones will stay the same. We also discuss Steven A Smith running for President and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 14, 2025 • 49min
Political Candidates VS Activist
The Push The Line nonpartisan political training program, founded by Tezlyn Figaro, is designed to train political candidates, campaign workers, activists, and organizers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
