Podcast

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

Author: The Ringer
Feed episode count: 592
Official site: https://theringer.com
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Summary

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect the biggest topics in Black culture, politics, and sports. Two times per week, they will wade into the most important and timely conversations, frequently inviting guests on the podcast and occasionally debating each other.

Episodes

Sep 4, 2026 · not_requested

Raven-Symoné Talks the Black Validity of 'That’s So Raven,’ Stephen A. Smith on Colin Kaepernick, and Keffe D Convicted in Tupac Murder Trial

Duration seconds: 8116
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT8728897548.mp3

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Sep 1, 2026 · not_requested

Druski's Controversial CTE Skit, the House Trying to Condemn Socialism, Angie Nixon vs. Laura Loomer & Master P on Slavery

Duration seconds: 7595
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT6891353559.mp3

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Aug 28, 2026 · not_requested

Rest in Peace, Dolly Parton; Supreme Court Rules on Trump Mail-In Voting; and Abdul El-Sayed vs. Jesse Watters on Fox News

Duration seconds: 7292
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT1833140165.mp3

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Aug 25, 2026 · not_requested

Beef Tariffs, Target Halloween Backlash, Hakeem Jeffries Meets With Jared Kushner, and an AI Conversation With King Willonius

Duration seconds: 8425
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT4388624189.mp3

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Aug 21, 2026 · not_requested

Ro Khanna on the DSA and the Prospects of a Potential Presidential Run. Plus, the Gary, Indiana, Blackout and Penn State Drug Ring.

Duration seconds: 6934
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT3450660731.mp3

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Aug 18, 2026 · not_requested

Stephen A. Smith Receives “Thumbs Down” Award, Maya Boyd Is Your New Storm, James Talarico’s Strategic Ad Campaign, and Ray J Defeats Orlando Brown in the Ring

Duration seconds: 9796
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT8201370265.mp3

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Aug 14, 2026 · not_requested

Tyga’s AI Album, McAfee’s MAGA Mess, and Ranking AOC’s Dating Pool

Duration seconds: 8974
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT1878166974.mp3

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Aug 11, 2026 · not_requested

Usher’s Clone, Drake’s Stream, and a "Ruthless" Kamala Harris

Duration seconds: 7052
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT5195489022.mp3

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Aug 7, 2026 · not_requested

A$AP Rocky and Rihanna’s Relationship, Plus Stacey Abrams on Protecting the Vote

Duration seconds: 7225
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Aug 4, 2026 · not_requested

Governor Wes Moore and "Across-the-Aisle" Politics. Plus, Diarra Kilpatrick, a.k.a. "Diarra From Detroit."

Duration seconds: 7825
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT6155045402.mp3

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Jul 31, 2026 · not_requested

The Troubled ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Adaptation, and Usher’s Rejection

Duration seconds: 7655
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT1827622626.mp3

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Jul 28, 2026 · not_requested

Kerry Washington and 'The Whoopi Monologues,' a New Black Panther, and an Argument for Term Limits

Duration seconds: 8330
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9902381929.mp3

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Jul 24, 2026 · not_requested

Why Would ESPN Lay Off Ryan Clark? Plus, Mayor Mamdani’s Netanyahu Strategy.

Duration seconds: 8809
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT5397169147.mp3

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Jul 21, 2026 · not_requested

Van’s ‘Obsession’ Obsession, ‘The Odyssey’ Wins, and the Life and Career of David Roberts

Duration seconds: 8651
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9898675985.mp3

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Jul 17, 2026 · not_requested

"New Face of Hollywood,” Boosie’s Pardon Play, and Rachel’s Finest

Duration seconds: 8039
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT5543448355.mp3

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Jul 14, 2026 · not_requested

The Death of Lindsey Graham and Jay-Z’s Colin Kaepernick Diss

Duration seconds: 7738
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2347508907.mp3

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Jul 10, 2026 · not_requested

The Tubman $20 Bill, Graham Platner’s Exit, and Rappers Flying Commercial

Duration seconds: 8244
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9630195635.mp3

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Jul 7, 2026 · not_requested

The Yung Miami and India.Arie “Spend Dat” Debate, Plus U.S.-FIFA Controversy

Duration seconds: 7015
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT6764290832.mp3

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Jul 3, 2026 · not_requested

LeBron and the Mighty White Lakers. Plus, Are You Proud to Be an American?

Duration seconds: 8314
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT4753147138.mp3

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Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

Druski’s BET Awards, Tucker Carlson Leaving the GOP, and “War” in the Democratic Party

Duration seconds: 7238
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT6996125285.mp3

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Jun 26, 2026 · not_requested

XXL Freshman Class, and What Happened With Lizzo? Plus, the Last Gasp of Trumpism

Duration seconds: 7622
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2552468463.mp3

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Jun 23, 2026 · not_requested

Crockett Not Supporting Talarico? Plus, Estelle on the Art of Being a Humble Star

Duration seconds: 9177
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT7277828711.mp3

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Jemele Hill and the Jay-Z-Target Partnership: Is It a Big Deal?

Duration seconds: 7371
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT5694672394.mp3

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

Knicks Win It All, UFC at the White House, and the Conviction of Karmelo Anthony

Duration seconds: 6290
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9430102342.mp3

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Jun 12, 2026 · not_requested

Senator Chris Murphy and ‘Crisis of the Common Good’

Duration seconds: 3294
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2097644674.mp3

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

A Conversation With Rep. Ilhan Omar: AIPAC, MAGA Expats, and Standing Up to ICE

Duration seconds: 3489
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2214001731.mp3

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Jun 5, 2026 · not_requested

Spencer Pratt’s Obama Comparisons, Plus Life and ’The Odyssey’ With Jay Pharoah

Duration seconds: 9311
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT8112373415.mp3

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

Jay-Z Returns to Beef With Drake, Plus Trump’s Failed Concert Series

Duration seconds: 6790
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT1913374465.mp3

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May 29, 2026 · not_requested

Kevin Hart: Black Culture Vs. Comedy Culture, and Spencer Pratt’s Mayoral Bid

Duration seconds: 7444
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT3042806641.mp3

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May 22, 2026 · not_requested

Is Hip-Hop Still Fun? Plus the DNC’s Autopsy Report and “Dr.” Cheyenne Bryant’s Alleged Title

Duration seconds: 7610
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT4622825627.mp3

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Album Review. Plus, Tom Steyer’s Plan for California.

Duration seconds: 7604
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT8396683730.mp3

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May 15, 2026 · not_requested

Chud the Builder Shot, and SEC Boycott? Plus, Tiffany D. Cross on Womanhood

Duration seconds: 9653
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT3409224084.mp3

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May 12, 2026 · not_requested

Kevin and Katt Squash the Beef, Stephen A.’s Wish, and ABC vs. Trump’s FCC

Duration seconds: 6846
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9624566865.mp3?updated=1778566680

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May 8, 2026 · not_requested

Stefon Diggs Not Guilty, the Return of Migos, and Do We Need the Met Gala?

Duration seconds: 7494
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT4525586010.mp3

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May 5, 2026 · not_requested

RIP ‘Love & Hip-Hop,’ Scott Jennings on CNN, and a Colorism Conversation

Duration seconds: 7429
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT4841237534.mp3?updated=1781629333

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May 1, 2026 · not_requested

Druski, the Most Consequential Comedian? Plus: L.A. Mayor Karen Bass on Wildfires, Housing, and a Second Term

Duration seconds: 7731
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9353968373.mp3?updated=1777604871

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

Meg and Klay’s Breakup and Trump’s Second Shooting Attempt? Plus, Durand Bernarr on Stardom

Duration seconds: 8451
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2077396479.mp3?updated=1777346110

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Apr 24, 2026 · not_requested

‘Michael’ Review, ‘Iceman’ Preview, and Kendrick Sampson on Quincy Jones and Black Creativity

Duration seconds: 7789
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT5903763903.mp3

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Apr 23, 2026 · not_requested

Netflix’s ‘Man on Fire’ With Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Steven Caple Jr.

Duration seconds: 2040
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT3343043872.mp3

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

Roland Martin’s Deleted Post and Jamilah Lemieux on Black Relationships

Duration seconds: 8362
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT1950552309.mp3

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Apr 17, 2026 · not_requested

Decency and Dave Chappelle. Plus, Should Former Trump Allies Be Embraced?

Duration seconds: 8061
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT9104553380.mp3

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Apr 14, 2026 · not_requested

Coachella, Afrika Bambaataa, and Their Lord and Savior Donald Trump

Duration seconds: 7075
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2455520004.mp3

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Apr 10, 2026 · not_requested

Offset and the State of Hip-Hop in ATL. Plus, Trump’s Ceasefire in Iran

Duration seconds: 8043
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT2792207837.mp3

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Apr 7, 2026 · not_requested

LeBron James vs. Memphis. Plus, Joe Rogan and Theo Von on the War in Iran

Duration seconds: 8425
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT7480199259.mp3?updated=1775532347

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Apr 3, 2026 · not_requested

Pam Bondi Fired, the Kidnapping of Gucci Mane, and Underage Dating: Brandy and Wanya Morris

Duration seconds: 8600
Source: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/GLT6309534054.mp3

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