Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro

Tezlyn gives you another shot of her straight shot no chaser commentary style while breaking down the news of the week such as the ​​Afghanistan exit, President Biden's speech, federal voting rights, Texas voting rights and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Tezlyn as she discusses voting rights with founder of the Next Generation Action Network, Dominque Alexander. This bold, powerful discussion calls out the people that are holding Black people back, and how we must continue to push the line. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn breaks down the Afghanistan crisis in true straight shot no chaser style, catching you up on the latest in politics and politic-tricks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greenwood Black Wall Street Descendant and Creek Freedman Kristi Williams provides her personal experience during the unearthing of Tulsa race massacre skeleton remains. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn breaks down her frustration with Sen Joe Manchin being in absolute control of the Democrat party and how he and the people that enable him are stopping progress for Black America Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chops it up with fellow Black Effect Podcaster Mouse Jones, co-host of "The What?! Hip Hop Questions, Legends + Lists," about gender roles in hip-hop culture, cornball sex, and why "we" doesn't mean everybody. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses Tulsa Black Wall Street and Black agenda politics with Tulsa Councilor Vanessa Hall-Harper. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn is dropping straight heat with her commentary on the viral racist rant New Jersey video and why Black people should demand an anti-Black hate bill. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with the new star of the Real Housewives of New York, and Black Effect Podcast Network, Holding Court Host Eboni K. Williams, about how she is using her platform to empower and educate viewers of #RHONY. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses how President Biden’s new initiative to reduce gun violence is giving her 94 Crime Bill vibes. Tezlyn also provides her thoughts on the voting rights bill and what Democrats must do next. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author of Kittys Litter: Power, Passion, and Politics, Tezlyn Figaro, discusses how sex, power and politics intersect with sex therapist Dr. Donna Oriowo. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MC, Educator, and host of Hood Politics podcast Prop sits down with the Hood Whisperer Tezlyn Figaro to discuss how the hood, gang banging, and politics intersect. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this straight shot commentary segment Tezlyn discusses her frustration with Democrats thus far and the importance of the 30 Sturdy nonpartisan Attorney General voter information campaign. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Tezlyn’s passionate speech about the George Floyd Justice and Policing Act at the Pamela Turner rally, she goes further into her commentary explaining the significance of why the George Floyd Justice and Policing Act must be passed as is. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn Figaro provides powerful straight shot commentary live at the justice for Pamela Turner rally in Baytown, Texas on Thursday May 13, 2021 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses the necessity of Black politics with the cofounder of Our Black Party Dr. Wes Bellamy. Together they call out the missing backbone in today’s leadership and how we need to move forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with Shareeduh Tate and Tera Brown, cousins of George Floyd and co-founders of the George Floyd Foundation to discuss the next steps for the George Floyd Foundation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationally renowned Civil Rights Attorney Natalie Jackson joins Tezlyn to discuss the verdict and details of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. This episode is part three of the exclusive series breaking down the details in depth in easy-to-understand terms to educate, inform and empower the listener. In this episode, Attorney Jackson discusses the verdict, the next steps in the trying the other officers, and federal policy changes to help end qualified immunity. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn checks in to update the straight shooter comrades following the Derek Chauvin verdict to discuss what she has been working on and what to expect in the upcoming weeks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationally renowned Civil Rights Attorney Natalie Jackson joins Tezlyn to discuss the details of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. This episode is part two of the exclusive series breaking down the details in depth in easy-to-understand terms to educate, inform and empower the listener. In this episode, Attorney Jackson discusses Rule 404, the prosecution/defense strategy, and how systemic racism and the Duante Wright murder may impact Derek Chauvin's trial. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationally renowned Civil Rights Attorney Natalie Jackson joins Tezlyn to discuss the details of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. This exclusive series breaks down the details in depth in easy-to-understand terms to educate, inform and empower the listener. In this episode, Attorney Jackson explains the structure of the trial, the jury selection process, and the charges and potential sentence that former police officer Chauvin is facing for the murder of George Floyd. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Tezlyn breaks down what to expect over the next few weeks as she provides exclusive coverage for the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2 of Tezlyn's interview with Queen YoNasDa Lonewolf, they explore the complexities of oppression politics and how the system of white supremacy creates an environment where both First Nation peoples and those of descendants of the formerly enslaved Africans in America are fighting, sometimes each other, for reparations. YoNasDa breaks down the historic relationship between Indigenous and Black Americans and how her bi-racial identity of Oglala Lakota Native American and Black informs her work of creating cross-cultural connection and social change. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

YoNasDa Lonewolf was born into a life fighting for human rights and spent her youth learning at the feet of her elders. In this two-part interview Tezlyn talks with YoNasDa about her experience growing up among prominent social justice activists, her work as an organizer for Black and Oglala Lakota Native American justice and the need for revolutionary healing in our world. In Part 1, they explore the tensions and divisions in the activist community, the importance of grassroots organizing, and why self development is the basis for social justice.. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tez chops it up with the big homegirl, one of the founding members of California’s notorious Lueders Park Piru, Cynthia Nunn. They discuss how she honors her late sister Sylvia Nunn (featured on Gangland), by being the Executive Director of Sylvia Nunn Angels non-profit youth resource and referral center. The mission of Sylvia Nunn Angels is to “(S) Stop (Y) Youth (L) Living (V)Violence (I) in (A) America (N)Need (U) Unity (N) Needing (I) It (N) Now (A) Against (N) Negative (G) Gang (E) Environment (L) Living (S) Straight” and is based in the same Compton neighborhood where the Nunn family lived and the Leuders Park Piru originated.https://www.sylvianunnangels.org/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with Corey Jacobs (@coreysjacobs), the co-founder of the Buried Alive Project and Senior Advisor to the Chairman, Sean Combs, at Combs Enterprises to discuss how, at the age of 30, Corey was sentenced to 16 life sentences for federal drug offenses – his first-ever felony convictions and how on December 19, 2016, Corey received clemency from President Barack Obama after serving over 18 years in prison. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn has a straight shot conversation with Oklahoma City NAACP President Garland Pruitt about Joe Biden's private meeting with civil rights organizations, the NAACP vs. Trump lawsuit, and the possibility of finding common ground between the older generation and the new generation in the effort to move Black people forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rap Icon Suga-T breaks down the respect, and the lack thereof, for female hip-hop icons in the hip-hop industry. In this candid conversation, Suga-T and Tezlyn discuss how male artists, younger artists, and the industry has assisted in an attempt to silence and erase the legacy of historic female hip-hop icons. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Known for his “Fawty Years” comedy, Bubba Dub chats with Tezlyn about the impact he desires to make on the world beyond the laughter. Bubba Dub also discusses his involvement with two rappers recently slain, Pop Smoke and Mo3, and how their death has impacted the culture. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary, Tezlyn discusses what to watch out for this week in politics (February 15, 2021) upcoming #SSNC interviews & more.#PushTheLineSSNC Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with author Clifford Johnson aka Spud the Blood about his Blood affiliation, his incarceration due to the 1994 Crime Bill, and becoming a national best-selling published author. This interview is unique to previous interviews because Tezlyn reveals how her 27-year friendship with Spud, and many others mentioned throughout the interview, have inspired her in politics today. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary bonus, Tezlyn discusses what to watch out for this week in politics (February 8, 2021) , SSNC season two & more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary, Tezlyn discusses if Democrats will remove Representative Marjorie Greene from committee assignments. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary, Tezlyn discusses how to do two things at the same time in politics. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses the historical impeachment of Donald J Trump, the first American President to be impeached twice and what to expect in the days ahead. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses the violent terrorist U.S. Capital riot and what it means for Black America. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New interview episodes of Straight Shot, No Chaser return in February and meanwhile we want to share an episode from our Black Effect Network sister show Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams titled "Separated" is NOT a relationship status and 2020 was a helluva year! In this episode attorney Eboni K. Williams and cultural observer Dustin Ross recap some of the biggest legal and cultural moments of the year and what got us through, prompting the question: can you sue the year 2020 for “alienation of affection” given how it separated us from loved ones often with devastating consequences? Then they get into courtroom news discussing the lawsuit against Kobe Bryant’s widow Vanessa Bryant, and developments in a lawsuit by the estate of Michael Jackson against HBO regarding the Leaving Neverland documentary. And Eboni shares a personal cautionary tale about what it means to be single and/or married. Discussions on Holding Court are for general information and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Always consult a lawyer for your individual circumstances.Follow Eboni K. Williams on IG or TW, and Dustin Ross on IG or TW. Music courtesy EpidemicSound.comFor more Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams, visit the iHeartRadio app,Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses how Georgia does not require political affiliation when registering to vote and how this helps our community win in the long game. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn provides a quick straight shot bonus commentary discussing how on Monday, December 28, 2020, Congress passed the CASH Act of 2020 which increases the Covid relief direct payments to Americans from $600.00 to $2000.00. However, in order for Americans to receive the cash, it must pass the Senate. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn offers an exclusive straight shot of extended commentary just for her straight shot no chaser ‘straight shooter’ family. Tezlyn discusses why Biden should not only double down on his campaign promises but he should triple down. This was bonus commentary was recorded directly after her appearance on national cable news on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Check out Tezlyn’s Instagram @TezlynFigaro for the television clip. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Holidays and thank you Straight Shooters for an incredible Season 1! We'll be back in January for more of your weekly shots of truth with Tezlyn Figaro. In the meantime, binge listen to all the episodes of Season 1 and please subscribe, like, and share. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robbie and Marian Tolan join Tezlyn to discuss a night of mistaken identity in Bellaire, Texas that resulted in Robbie Tolan being shot by the police in his front yard in front of his parents, Marian and Robert Tolan. This moment changes the course of Robbie's life and sets Marian Tolan out on a mission to find justice and provide support for other mothers whose children have been victims of police brutality. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a Twitter exchange between Tezlyn and former Georgia District 5 Congressional Candidate Angela Stanton-King, the ladies address their concerns directly to each other and discuss divisive partisan politics while attempting to build a better Black America. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn aka The Political Hood Whisperer chops it up with comedian Bigg Jah about his Hood Good comedy, hood politics, and how the hood how relates to today’s political scene. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with Charlamagne Tha God, aka the Prince of Pissing People Off, who is the founder of the Black Effect Podcast Network, co-host of The Breakfast Club, and The Brilliant Idiots podcast, New York Times Best-Selling author, and Radio Hall-of-Famer to discuss his vision for the podcast network, politics, cancel culture, and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with pistol-packing preacher Bishop Talbert Swan to discuss his liberal point of view on issues such as abortion, reparations, identity politics and his thoughts on taking the high road. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn Figaro discusses the final election results and where do we go from here. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Thursday, 11/5/20, as America awaits the final results, Tezlyn provides a quick recap discussing lessons learned post election thus far. Tezlyn addresses the Black vote, the Hispanic vote, the Democrat and Republican Party. Don’t forget to rate #SSNC & write a review! Subscribe & share! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn and Lords of the Underground emcee legend and community activist Dupré "Doitall" Kelly discuss how Tupac Shakur inspired him to cultivate his roots in the concrete of his native Newark, New Jersey, transforming the power of hip-hop into a vehicle for political and social justice advocacy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey Straight Shooters, the 2020 election is near! What are the next steps after the election? Find out by listening to this Straight Shot for the Soul: Election Inspiration bonus with Tezlyn Figaro, Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.