The Tezlyn Figaro Podcast

Tezlyn checks in to update the straight shooter comrades following the Derek Chauvin verdict to discuss what she has been working on and what to expect in the upcoming weeks.   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationally renowned Civil Rights Attorney Natalie Jackson joins Tezlyn to discuss the details of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. This episode is part two of the exclusive series breaking down the details in depth in easy-to-understand terms to educate, inform and empower the listener. In this episode, Attorney Jackson discusses Rule 404, the prosecution/defense strategy, an...

Nationally renowned Civil Rights Attorney Natalie Jackson joins Tezlyn to discuss the details of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. This exclusive series breaks down the details in depth in easy-to-understand terms to educate, inform and empower the listener. In this episode, Attorney Jackson explains the structure of the trial, the jury selection process, and the charges and...

In this bonus episode, Tezlyn breaks down what to expect over the next few weeks as she provides exclusive coverage for the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2 of Tezlyn's interview with Queen YoNasDa Lonewolf, they explore the complexities of oppression politics and how the system of white supremacy creates an environment where both First Nation peoples and those of descendants of the formerly enslaved Africans in America are fighting, sometimes each other, for reparations. YoNasDa breaks down the historic relationship between Indigenous and B...

YoNasDa Lonewolf was born into a life fighting for human rights and spent her youth learning at the feet of her elders. In this two-part interview Tezlyn talks with YoNasDa about her experience growing up among prominent social justice activists, her work as an organizer for Black and Oglala Lakota Native American justice and the need for revolutionary healing in our world. In Part 1, they explore...

Tez chops it up with the big homegirl, one of the founding members of California’s notorious Lueders Park Piru, Cynthia Nunn . They discuss how she honors her late sister Sylvia Nunn (featured on Gangland), by being the Executive Director of Sylvia Nunn Angels non-profit youth resource and referral center. The mission of Sylvia Nunn Angels is to “(S) Stop (Y) Youth (L) Living (V)Violence (I) in (A...

Tezlyn chats with Corey Jacobs (@coreysjacobs), the co-founder of the Buried Alive Project and Senior Advisor to the Chairman, Sean Combs, at Combs Enterprises to discuss how, at the age of 30, Corey was sentenced to 16 life sentences for federal drug offenses – his first-ever felony convictions and how on December 19, 2016, Corey received clemency from President Barack Obama after serving over 18...

Tezlyn has a straight shot conversation with Oklahoma City NAACP President Garland Pruitt about Joe Biden's private meeting with civil rights organizations, the NAACP vs. Trump lawsuit, and the possibility of finding common ground between the older generation and the new generation in the effort to move Black people forward.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com...

Rap Icon Suga-T breaks down the respect, and the lack thereof, for female hip-hop icons in the hip-hop industry. In this candid conversation, Suga-T and Tezlyn discuss how male artists, younger artists, and the industry has assisted in an attempt to silence and erase the legacy of historic female hip-hop icons. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio...

Known for his “Fawty Years” comedy, Bubba Dub chats with Tezlyn about the impact he desires to make on the world beyond the laughter. Bubba Dub also discusses his involvement with two rappers recently slain, Pop Smoke and Mo3, and how their death has impacted the culture.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary, Tezlyn discusses what to watch out for this week in politics (February 15, 2021) upcoming #SSNC interviews & more. #PushTheLineSSNC  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn chats with author Clifford Johnson aka Spud the Blood about his Blood affiliation, his incarceration due to the 1994 Crime Bill, and becoming a national best-selling published author. This interview is unique to previous interviews because Tezlyn reveals how her 27-year friendship with Spud, and many others mentioned throughout the interview, have inspired her in politics today.  Learn more...

In this quick straight shot commentary bonus, Tezlyn discusses what to watch out for this week in politics (February 8, 2021) , SSNC season two & more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary, Tezlyn discusses if Democrats will remove Representative Marjorie Greene from committee assignments. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick straight shot commentary, Tezlyn discusses how to do two things at the same time in politics.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses the historical impeachment of Donald J Trump, the first American President to be impeached twice and what to expect in the days ahead. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn discusses the violent terrorist U.S. Capital riot and what it means for Black America. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New interview episodes of Straight Shot, No Chaser return in February and meanwhile we want to share an episode from our Black Effect Network sister show Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams titled "Separated" is NOT a relationship status and 2020 was a helluva year! In this episode attorney Eboni K. Williams and cultural observer Dustin Ross recap some of the biggest legal and cultural moments of...

Tezlyn discusses how Georgia does not require political affiliation when registering to vote and how this helps our community win in the long game. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tezlyn provides a quick straight shot bonus commentary discussing how on Monday, December 28, 2020, Congress passed the CASH Act of 2020 which increases the Covid relief direct payments to Americans from $600.00 to $2000.00. However, in order for Americans to receive the cash, it must pass the Senate.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/list...

Tezlyn offers an exclusive straight shot of extended commentary just for her straight shot no chaser ‘straight shooter’ family. Tezlyn discusses why Biden should not only double down on his campaign promises but he should triple down. This was bonus commentary was recorded directly after her appearance on national cable news on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Check out Tezlyn’s Instagram @TezlynFigaro...

Happy Holidays and thank you Straight Shooters for an incredible Season 1! We'll be back in January for more of your weekly shots of truth with Tezlyn Figaro. In the meantime, binge listen to all the episodes of Season 1 and please subscribe, like, and share. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robbie and Marian Tolan join Tezlyn to discuss a night of mistaken identity in Bellaire, Texas that resulted in Robbie Tolan being shot by the police in his front yard in front of his parents, Marian and Robert Tolan. This moment changes the course of Robbie's life and sets Marian Tolan out on a mission to find justice and provide support for other mothers whose children have been victims of polic...

After a Twitter exchange between Tezlyn and former Georgia District 5 Congressional Candidate  Angela Stanton-King , the ladies address their concerns directly to each other and discuss divisive partisan politics while attempting to build a better Black America.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.