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
Jan 10, 2025 • 45min
The Republican California Takeover Is On The Way!
Tap in as Tezlyn Figaro breaks down exactly what to expect in politics as Californa repairs the damage from the historic wildfires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 9, 2025 • 32min
California Burning + VP Harris Handshake Gate + More
California wildfires rage across Los Angeles County, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes + more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 2, 2025 • 43min
Florida’s New Law Requires You To Stand 25 Feet Away While Recording Police Officers.
Florida’s new law protecting first responders from people “impeding, threatening, or harassing” them goes into effect Jan. 1. critics say it’s aimed at curbing videos of cops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 2, 2025 • 34min
Happy New Year to the SSNC Family. Welcome back!
At least 15 people were killed and dozens injured when a driver rammed a pickup truck into a crowd during New Year’s celebrations on Bourbon Street in New Orleans early on Wednesday morning. The FBI is investigating it as an “act of terrorism.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 26, 2024 • 28min
Rep Matt Gaetz Outchea Wilding out
The House Ethics Committee found evidence that former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid tens of thousands of dollars to women for sex or drugs on at least 20 occasions, including paying a 17-year-old girl for sex in 2017, according to a final draft of the panel’s report on the Florida Republican released Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 24, 2024 • 18min
BEST OF 2024: Discussing OJ Simpson w- Dr. Steve Perry
On this episode of Straight Shot No Chaser, we're diving deep into a pivotal moment in history with a special guest, Dr. Steve Perry. Join us as we reflect on the legacy of OJ SimpsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 20, 2024 • 29min
Amazon Workers Said 'Get Somebody Else To Do It'
Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union launched a strike at seven of the company’s delivery hubs less than a week before Christmas. The strikes are taking place at three delivery hubs in Southern California, and one each in San Francisco, New York City, Atlanta, Georgia, and Skokie, Illinois, according to the union’s announcement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 19, 2024 • 40min
Honored As The Champion Of Social Justice At The 2024 Ben Crump Social Justice Honors
Tezlyn Figaro was honored as the champion of social justice at the 2024 inaugural Ben Crump Social Justice Honors in Atlanta, GeorgiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 18, 2024 • 29min
Using A.I. To Help Stop Bias Media Coverage
AI-Powered "Bias Meter": Los Angeles Times owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, plans to introduce an AI-powered"bias meter" on the paper's articles, aiming to provide readers with "both sides" of a story. The meter is part of Soon-Shiong’s broader strategy to overhaul the editorial board and address what he perceives as mainstream media's failure to separate news from opinion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 17, 2024 • 29min
REPLAY: Talk That Talk George (Ft. George White)
Join Tezlyn for this powerful conversation with George White the motivational speaker, learn about the motivation behind the man.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
