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Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro

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 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.2025 iHeartMedia, Inc. © Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from iHeartMedia Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
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  • George Floyd Police Reform Policies Ending in Minneapolis!

    George Floyd Police Reform Policies Ending in Minneapolis!
    May 23 2025

    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.

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    49 mins
  • Black Women Lost The Most Jobs In April

    Black Women Lost The Most Jobs In April
    May 15 2025

    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.

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    34 mins
  • Black Effect Podcast Festival + More

    Black Effect Podcast Festival + More
    May 2 2025

    The Black Effect Podcast Network celebrates its 3rd podcast festival in Atlanta, Georgia + more

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    33 mins
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I usually listen to her on the breakfast club every morning. This is my first time listening to her podcast and OMG. Talk yall issh Sis. sometimes I wish the sight to jump out and start my own business. Listening to you just made my day. You make me want to understand politics better thank you.

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Tezlyn is a unique voice in today's political arena that we all need to hear from. SSNC gives listeners a deeper look into her personal side as she has relevant conversations with guests on the entire spectrum of political views. The entire time, she's pushing the line for BLACK PEOPLE.

Super Dope, Relevant, Much Needed

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My favorite feeling is the excitement of learning something new. After listening to this podcast I'm left with a better understanding on political science

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