Women's Empowerment Network, SiriusXM

Lurie Breaks It Down

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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...

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Episodes

Moment of Gratitude: What We Can Learn From Being Outside in Nature 21.01.2026 9:20

Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie expresses the importance of going outside and sitting in nature. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Righteous Whiteous Got Something to Say; White Narcissism at Davos 20.01.2026 37:12

Lurie breaks down the concept of white narcissism as introduced by @ashleytheebarroness (on Instagram), suggesting it might be a more accurate framework than white supremacy for understanding racism. She examines the five traits of narcissism—grandiose self-importance, excessive need for admiration, entitlement, exploitation, and lack of empathy—and how they manifest in racial dynamics. The show e...

Moment of Gratitude: Choosing to Be in A Place of Optimism 20.01.2026 10:34

Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as she shares insight by Dr. Raquel Martin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are the Narcissists Losing the Racists? 19.01.2026 31:13

On this MLK Day episode, Lurie Daniel Favors examines Ashley the Baroness's proposal to replace the term 'white supremacy' with 'white narcissism,' arguing it better captures the insecurity and fragility behind racist behaviors. The show explores how this shift in language could help clarify our understanding of power dynamics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com...

Moment of Gratitude: What Community Success Looks Like 19.01.2026 9:12

Start your day and week with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as she reminds us about having community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democrats Have 2 Choices: Be an Opposition Party or an Enabling One w/ Dr. Jason Johnson 16.01.2026 27:23

Lurie & Dr. Jason Johnson break down why Democrats should run against ICE in 2026, highlighting the agency's problematic actions. 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: The Power of Faith 16.01.2026 10:57

Begin your day and weekend with a moment of gratitude as Lurie reminds us about the power of having faith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Your Elected Officials Vote to Fund Slave Catchers? 15.01.2026 35:39

Lurie breaks down the ICE raids in Minneapolis, questioning if Democrats will vote to fund what she calls 'slave catchers' while discussing the historical parallels to America's racist past. 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: Stretching Your Mind to New Ideas 15.01.2026 11:05

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.

Claudette Colvin, ICE Gets Doxed & General Strikes 14.01.2026 36:42

Lurie breaks down a major data breach exposing thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents' identities, the legacy of civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin, and growing calls for resistance through general strikes. 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: Knowing Your Purpose 14.01.2026 12:32

America Isn’t Going Rogue. It’s Returning to Normal. 13.01.2026 37:38

Lurie breaks down the current political climate, arguing that America isn't 'going rogue' but rather returning to its foundational nature. She discusses ICE's actions, Trump's interest in Greenland, and the Department of Justice resignations as evidence of this return to origin. Through personal reflections and caller insights, she challenges listeners to reconsider their connection to Africa, hig...

Moment of Gratitude: Resolutions - Every Day is A New Opportunity 13.01.2026 12:24

Start 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.

"Cold As ICE" 12.01.2026 26:55

Lurie breaks down news of the day! 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: Umoja: Knowing Where You Came From & Unifying with Our History 12.01.2026 13:22

Start your day and week with a moment of gratitude as Lurie reminds us to remember our roots and where we come from. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Warnings From the Twatosphere: ICE, Slave Patrols, & Black Misinformation Campaigns 09.01.2026 43:31

Lurie breaks down the Trump administration's alarming $30 billion ICE expansion targeting gun enthusiasts and military veterans. She connects today's enforcement tactics to America's history of slave patrols while highlighting the dangers of social media misinformation campaigns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Moment of Gratitude: Stay Rooted in What You Want… One Step At A Time 09.01.2026 10:15

Happy Friday! Begin your day and weekend with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as she reminds us to stay grounded to achieve the things we want and take it one step at a time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Killing Righteous Whiteous: Renee Good & Keith Porter 08.01.2026 36:29

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Moment of Gratitude: Valuing the Process As Much As the Outcome 08.01.2026 12:03

Happy Thursday! Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie shares wisdom to not just expect the results, but do the work for the results, wholeheartedly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lessons From the Black Panthers, Republicans, ISHOWSPEED & Ibrahim Traoré 07.01.2026 37:54

Lurie breaks down why Republicans are cutting food assistance programs while also restricting Black history education, drawing parallels to historical efforts to undermine Black community initiatives like the Black Panthers' free breakfast program. 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: A Different Approach to ‘New Year, New Me’ 07.01.2026 9:42

At the start of the new year and people set resolutions and goals for the year, Lurie reminds us that it is okay to slow down while setting resolutions and be in the present. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

American Follies: Hubris & War Crimes 06.01.2026 34:35

On the anniversary of January 6th, Lurie Daniel Favors connects the dots between America's domestic and foreign policy crises. She breaks down the Trump administration's military intervention in Venezuela, exposing the questionable claims about oil ownership and the practical challenges of extraction. The episode features insights from historians and energy experts who debunk misconceptions about...

Moment of Gratitude: Overthinking the Negative vs. the Positive 06.01.2026 11:53

Start your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie reminds us that if we're going to overthink, let's think positively. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Follow the Money: No Jobs, No Healthcare, More Epstein News… So Let’s Go to War 05.01.2026 51:44

Lurie Daniel Favors breaks down how the Trump administration's kidnapping of Venezuelan President Maduro serves as a 'squirrel' - a distraction from pressing domestic issues. She details how over 100 companies are planning mass layoffs, childcare funding has been frozen nationwide, healthcare subsidies have expired, and student loan wage garnishments have resumed. Lurie also discusses the revealin...

Moment of Gratitude: Finding Solutions to Our Problems Through Unity 05.01.2026 8:01

Happy New Year! Begin your day and week with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as she reminds us that unity is the solution to our problems. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.