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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Women's Empowerment Network, SiriusXM

Episodes

Moment of Gratitude: Doing Things w/ More Jovialness & Less Stress 13.04.2026 11:20

Begin your day and week 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.

LDF Updates, Cuban President Pushback & Paradigm Shifts 10.04.2026 36:12

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: Reminding Us About Our Power 10.04.2026 11:14

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Blacktastic Greatness On Display 09.04.2026 30:33

Lurie breaks down good news we can all use! 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: Being An Intellectual Seeker 09.04.2026 13:38

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.

Issa Joke: Ain’t No Ceasefire. 08.04.2026 24:01

Lurie breaks down the latest international news. 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: Unpacking the Way We Think About Ourselves 08.04.2026 13:04

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

An Afro State of Mind: Coco Guaff, Hair Texture, & Liberation 07.04.2026 35:26

Lurie breaks down the backlash against tennis star Coco Gauff's natural hair in a Miu Miu campaign, connecting it to deeper issues of internalized white beauty standards in the Black community. Through personal stories and historical context, she unpacks how these standards affect Black identity and self-worth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

Moment of Gratitude: Doing the Work While Waiting For the Things You're Praying For 07.04.2026 12:30

Begin your day with a moment of gratitude as Lurie shares a video by @kylelashaydraper about being patient and ready while wanting the things we're asking for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Whynin’ Whytes Lose A War 06.04.2026 28:36

Lurie celebrates Dawn Staley while criticizing UConn coach Gino Auriemma's behavior after his team's loss. She breaks down domestic issues, focusing on how the current administration is systematically dismantling civil rights protections and DEI initiatives, with over half a million Black Americans losing their jobs in recent months. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswiz...

Moment of Gratitude: What is Unique About Us 06.04.2026 11:32

Happy Monday! Begin your day and week 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.

The Political Tea is Hot This Good Friday! 03.04.2026 50:22

Lurie breaks down the current state of American leadership amid international tensions, highlighting recent military purges by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the firing of Attorney General Pamela Bondi. The episode explores how Iran has responded not just militarily but culturally through viral rap videos criticizing American officials. Favors contrasts Republican and Democratic approaches to...

Moment of Gratitude: Giving the Best We Have to the Ones Coming After Us 03.04.2026 9:26

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SCOTUS Tackled Birthright Citizenship. It Did Not Go Well For Trump 02.04.2026 50:44

Lurie breaks down the Supreme Court's oral arguments on birthright citizenship, where justices unexpectedly pushed back against Trump administration attempts to reinterpret the 14th Amendment. The episode explores the historical context of citizenship rights, connecting today's legal battles to America's legacy of racial discrimination. Favors also celebrates Democrats holding firm on Department o...

Moment of Gratitude: What We Can Learn From Missed Opportunities 02.04.2026 9:07

Start your day with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as she shares inspiration from @laniatheartist on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy April Fools', But Today is Census Day (Seriously) 01.04.2026 52:03

Lurie breaks down why the census is crucial for Black communities, despite being the 'least sexy part of democracy.' She also breaks down how census participation directly impacts funding for schools, healthcare, and infrastructure in our neighborhoods. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisin...

Moment of Gratitude: Having Compassion For Those Who Are Most Wounded in Our Society 01.04.2026 14:48

Happy Wednesday! 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.

Been Around the World & America Can't Find A Friend 31.03.2026 24:05

Lurie breaks down how current global conflicts are reshaping international power dynamics. 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: Training Your Brain's Algorithm 31.03.2026 10:16

Baby, I Like It Raw (Materials & Economic Data, That Is) 30.03.2026 29:59

America is facing a harsh reality check as conflicts in the Middle East threaten access to raw materials critical for everything from AI to healthcare. Military personnel call in with concerns about leadership and deployment readiness. Plus, experts reveal the dangerous chemicals lurking in hair products marketed to Black women and how these beauty standards may be harming our health in ways we ne...

Moment of Gratitude: Finding Balance While the World is Worlding 30.03.2026 9:26

Begin your day and week with a moment of gratitude as Lurie shares wisdom from @wetheurban on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TSA's About to Get Paid, Israeli Mayors in Despair, NAACP Makes Big Moves 27.03.2026 37:36

Lurie breaks down news of the day from the Senate voting to fund DHS, the latest on Iran, U.S., & Israel, and Legal Expert Kristen Clarke joining the NAACP as General Counsel. 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 We Can Learn From Sweet Honey in the The Rock’s “Ella’s Song” 27.03.2026 9:03

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.

Ghana’s Resolution, Global Reparations, & War Updates 26.03.2026 59:10

Lurie Daniel Favors shares her firsthand experience witnessing Ghana's historic achievement at the United Nations, where a resolution declaring the trafficking and enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity passed with overwhelming support. She breaks down the resolution's 16 points, addressing misconceptions about reparatory justice frameworks, and explains why the US, Israel,...

Moment of Gratitude: The Quality of Our Lives 26.03.2026 10:09

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