Women's Empowerment Network, SiriusXM

Lurie Breaks It Down

History EN ↓ 594 episodes

Lurie Breaks It Down is a thought-provoking podcast hosted by the insightful Lurie Daniel Favors. Each episode dives deep into compelling topics, from history and culture to politics and current events, with the goal of filling in the knowledge gaps listeners didn’t know they had. Lurie’s sharp analysis, engaging storytelling, and passion for truth make every conversation both enlightening and accessible. With a lineup of fascinating guests—from experts and activists to artists and thought leaders—Lurie Breaks It Down brings fresh perspectives and meaningful dialogue to help listeners connect...

Author

Women's Empowerment Network, SiriusXM

Episodes

Moment of Gratitude: Heritage & Remembering Our Past 16.10.2025 11:26

Happy Thursday! Join Lurie in taking a moment of gratitude as we honor Indigenous Peoples' Week and remember the heritage of our past. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Young Racist Republicans Caught Being Racist; Black Chicago Getting Iced & Rising Shut Down Impacts 15.10.2025 35:36

Lurie breaks down the recent militarized ICE raids in Chicago that targeted Black communities, the government shutdown's impact on public safety, and disturbing leaked messages from Young Republicans revealing explicit racism. Throughout, Lurie connects these current events to America's history of slavery and ongoing efforts to maintain racial hierarchies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Moment of Gratitude: Simplicity of What Freedom Looks Like 15.10.2025 13:39

Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as we continue our conversation on what freedom looks like. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Divide & Conquer: Black Americans v Migrants Edition 14.10.2025 31:06

Lurie breaks down the militarized ICE raids in Chicago that targeted both migrants and Black residents. She reveals how these operations create dangerous divisions while distracting from ICE's new surveillance technology that can track millions of phones without warrants. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

Moment of Gratitude: What Does Freedom Look Like? 14.10.2025 9:26

Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie honors Indigenous Peoples' Day, and asks us to think about what does freedom look like to us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

GOP to Sick Infant & Babies: Fcuk Them Kids! And Other News You Can Use 13.10.2025 28:10

Lurie breaks down healthcare under the Trump administration vs. the progress other countries are making in the healthcare industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: Walking in Your Purpose & Remembering Wisdom From Our Elders 13.10.2025 11:55

Happy Monday! Begin your week with a moment of gratitude as Lurie expresses gratitude from a conversation she had with elders who called in to her SiriusXM Urban View radio show, "The Lurie Daniel Favors Show" to share wisdom on how to navigate these difficult times. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

White Mediocrity: Forget D.E.I. We Need Quotas 10.10.2025 25:09

Lurie Daniel Favors breaks down the Trump administration's pattern of replacing qualified Black officials with less qualified white appointees, highlighting the indictment of NY Attorney General Letitia James as politically motivated retaliation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: Making Your Own Project 2025: Making the World A Better Place 10.10.2025 7:51

Happy Friday! Begin your day and weekend with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Texas Needs to Keep Chicago's Name Out it's Mouth; Insurrection Act & Plenary Power Grabs are Here 09.10.2025 24:21

Lurie breaks down the news from the latest on ICE in majority Black cities with Democratic mayors & Stephen Miller's comments on CNN about 'plenary power'. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: Building Up Courage While Navigating Difficult Moments 09.10.2025 10:41

Happy Wednesday! Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie shares wisdom on navigating difficult times. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HBCU Homecoming Threats; Depo Birth Control Harms; How Will We Know When It's Time to Go Outside? 08.10.2025 37:05

Lurie breaks down news of the day that you should know! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: Rest is Resistance 08.10.2025 14:05

Happy Wednesday! Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie reminds us that we need to allow ourselves to rest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Correcting the Record & Other News 07.10.2025 26:35

Lurie breaks down Donald Trump's comments after being asked about pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: How Are You Nurturing This World to Be A Better Place? 07.10.2025 9:53

Begin your day with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So, They Brought Back COINTELPRO Too?! And Other News 06.10.2025 21:20

Lurie breaks down the latest on the government shutdown and programs affected by it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: We Will Shift Many Times 06.10.2025 13:16

Happy Monday! Begin your day and week with a moment of gratitude. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Well, Well, Well… We Were Right After All 03.10.2025 34:36

Lurie breaks down the shocking ICE raid in Chicago where Black families were dragged from their beds without warrants, drawing direct parallels to slave-catching tactics, & Trump's admission about implementing Project 2025 despite previous denials. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: What's Meant For You Is Meant For YOU 03.10.2025 10:50

Happy Friday! Begin your day and weekend with a moment of gratitude as Lurie reminds us that what's meant for us will not pass us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shutdown Shittary & Other Stupidity 02.10.2025 31:47

While hundreds of thousands of Americans face furloughs and delayed paychecks, certain projects like Argentina's $20B bailout and Trump's ballroom construction continue uninterrupted. Lurie breaks down how the shutdown is being weaponized to implement Project 2025 and slash healthcare subsidies that could triple premiums for everyday Americans. Plus, Dr. Damas discusses CBD for cancer pain managem...

Moment of Gratitude: The Power of Moving Different 02.10.2025 14:47

Happy October! Begin your day with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Project 2025 Cosplays As Government Shutdown 01.10.2025 36:04

Lurie breaks down the latest on the government shutdown and the comments Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth made addressing the US military. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: Rebuilding Your Power 01.10.2025 10:03

As we end the theme of power for the month of September, Lurie reminds us to rest as we tap into our power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

They Stay Playin’ In Our Faces 30.09.2025 28:56

Lurie breaks down Publix pulling a sponsorship from a Black Book Bash event in Florida, Argentina's economic bailout, & the latest on the NYC Mayoral race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Moment of Gratitude: Living Your Life Fully & Wholeheartedly For Your Community 30.09.2025 9:50

Begin your morning with a moment of gratitude as Lurie honors the life of Assata Shakur. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.