Tyga’s AI Album, McAfee’s MAGA Mess, and Ranking AOC’s Dating Pool | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2026-09-21 | Tyga’s AI Album, McAfee’s MAGA Mess, and Ranking AOC’s Dating Pool | Higher Learning | The Ringer
Juneteenth: A Fundamentally American Holiday. Plus, the Tyler Perry Lawsuit | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-06-20 | It’s Juneteenth, so we brought Dr. Peniel Joseph back to discuss his book, ‘Freedom Season,’ and the activist Robert F. Williams before podcaster Demetria Lucas joins to help break down the Tyler Perry lawsuit. And finally, The Ringer’s Chris Ryan joins to weigh in on the "face of The Ringer" debate.(0:00) Intro(08:52) Tucker Carlson & Ted Cruz(30:34) Dr. Peniel Joseph joins the show(32:39) ‘Freedom Season: How 1963 Transformed America’s Civil Rights Revolution(36:32) The assault on history(47:26) The life of Robert F. Williams (58:14) Demetria Lucas joins the show(59:29) The Tyler Perry lawsuit(1:17:16) The Diddy trial(1:21:17) Chris Ryan & the face of the Ringer(1:35:35) Thoughts on Juneteenth(1:45:38) Pusha T disses Travis ScottHost: Van Lathan Jr.Guests: Dr. Peniel Joseph, Demetria Lucas, and Chris RyanProducer: Donnie Beacham Jr.For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Anthony Edwards Cant Make These Mistakes #higherlearningpodcast #basketball #anthonyedwards Higher Learning 2025-06-18 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Is World War III Happening? And Will Smith Like Pretty Girls, So There’s That | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-06-17 | With Rachel in Europe, Van’s flying solo to address the evolving conflict in the Middle East with HuffPost’s Akbar Shahid Ahmed.(0:00) Intro(3:14) Father’s Day(23:35) Israel-Iran attacks(28:48) Akbar Shahid Ahmed joins the show(1:03:09) GOP Rep calls for ‘nuking’ Gaza(1:08:04) Minnesota lawmaker shooting(1:21:08) Van hates Caitlin Clark(1:28:56) Stephen A. Smith loves solitaire(1:40:39) Will Smith’s new song(1:53:00) Glaze of the Week(1:59:56) N-----ismHost: Van Lathan Jr.Guest: Akbar Shahid AhmedProducer: Donnie Beacham Jr.For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Democrats Always Take The High Road #higherlearningpodcast #politics #blackculturepodcast Higher Learning 2025-06-16 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Are Americans Cool With Chaos? Plus, Kayla and Pastor Tim Johnson on ‘Fatherless No More’ Higher Learning 2025-06-13 | Van and Rachel give an update on the fallout from Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, before filmmaker Kayla Johnson and Pastor Tim Johnson join to discuss their documentary, ‘Fatherless No More’.(0:00) Intro(:31) Age guidelines in dating(7:00) Rachel’s skunk story(18:35) Remembering Sly Stone(20:53) Remembering Ananda Lewis(29:09) BET Awards(33:26) The Me Too Movement(50:01) Claressa Shields snubbed?(51:31) Update on the anti-ICE protests(1:14:42) Reactions to Sen. Alex Padilla removal (1:18:12) Kayla and Tim Johnson join the show(1:44:55) A review of Tyler Perry’s ’Straw’Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuests: Kayla Johnson and Pastor Tim JohnsonProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith'Fatherless No More' - @fatherlessnomorefilmKayla Johnson - @klaejohnsonPastor Tim Johnson - @pastortimjohnsonFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Republicans And Their Daddy #trump #higherlearningpodcast #politics #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-06-12 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Should Black People Care About The ICE Protests? #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-06-10 | ...
Anti-ICE Protests and a “Should Black People Care?” Discussion Higher Learning 2025-06-10 | Van and Rachel are joined by Seema Mehta of the Los Angeles Times to address the unrest in L.A.(0:00) Intro(3:11) Cardi B and the Target boycott(8:40) Why Keith Sweat is single at 63(18:01) Swedish gospel(24:06) Coco Gauff vs. Aryna Sabalenka(30:28) Anti-ICE protests in L.A.(48:16) Seema Mehta joins the show(1:01:02) Should Black people care?(1:26:7) 'Tha Carter VI' Review(1:34:21) Glaze of the WeekHosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Seema MehtaProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Metta Sandiford-Artest Wants the Knicks Job, and the White Black Panther | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-06-06 | Van and Rachel are joined by NBA great Metta Sandiford-Artest, who thinks he’s the right man to lead the Knicks.(:39) Debating the phrase "freak-off"(12:53) Offset threatens violence(22:09) Linda McMahon and DEI(34:32) Metta Sandiford-Artest joins the show(56:08) Karine Jean-Pierre leaving the Dem. Party(1:09:47) Dez Bryant, homophobia, and the NFL(1:18:12) The White Black Panther(1:27:59) Transactional relationshipsHosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel LindsayGuest: Metta Sandiford-ArtestProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The Offset & Cardi B Spousal Support Situation #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #hiphop Higher Learning 2025-06-05 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Is Trump An Inspiration? #higherlearningpodcast #tkkirkland #blackculturepodcast #politics #trump Higher Learning 2025-06-04 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Dawn Staley’s ‘Uncommon Favor,’ Plus Cardi B and Offset Spousal Support | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-06-03 | Van and Rachel react to racists attempting to claim the sentiment “Black fatigue” (0:00), before legendary basketball player and coach Dawn Staley joins the show to talk about life lessons from her memoir, ‘Uncommon Favor’ (15:15). Then, reactions to Offset’s request for spousal support from Cardi B (46:31), an Atlanta family deals with squatters throwing pool parties (1:01:59), a debate on how many mechanical bull rides are too many for a guy on the first date (1:19:43). Then, a dating preference discussion (1:30:42) Glaze of the Week (1:36:00), and an Angel Reese-Shedeur Sanders comparison (1:42:26).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Dawn StaleyProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Trump’s Latest Pardons. Plus, Ethical Nonmonogamy With Mandii B and WeezyWTF | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-05-30 | Van and Rachel are back from the Memorial Day break to talk Trump’s "big, beautiful bill" (:48), Elon Musk's decision to officially leave the administration (2:40), the latest out of the Diddy trial (8:15) and Trump’s recent pardons (17:37). Then they give their reactions to Druski’s skit in whiteface (24:46) and have a conversation about conversations with RGIII (32:53), before they give some updates on the alpha dog King Charles (45:46). Finally, Mandii B and WeezyWTF of Decisions Decisions join to talk about the name change from Whoreible Decisions (58:32) and takeaways from their upcoming book, ‘No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto of Sexual Exploration and Power’ (1:07:37)Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuests: Mandii B and WeezyWTFProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
When Jamie Foxx Said They Killed Christ #higherlearningpodcast #jamiefoxx #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-05-29 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Progressivism and Poetry With Newark Mayor Ras Baraka | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-05-27 | Van sits down with Newark Mayor Ras Baraka to discuss entering the gubernatorial race (:34), whether it’s important or possible for Black people to have positive relationships with police (16:15), Democrats shying away from more progressive politics (27:23), and criticism of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s White House appearance (38:40). Plus, a peek into his career in music (40:04).Host: Van LathanGuest: Mayor Ras BarakaProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Kid Cudi Takes the Stand, and the Fight for Reparations With Jessica Ann Mitchell Aiwuyor Higher Learning 2025-05-23 | Van and Rachel discuss a wholesome TikTok trend (10:50) before reacting to the death of a member of Congress (14:15), and giving an update on the RGIII vs. Ryan Clark drama (20:06). Then reparationist Jessica Ann Mitchell Aiwuyor joins to dig into Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s veto of a reparations bill (29:40). Plus, Kid Cudi takes the witness stand in the Diddy trial (57:22), humanitarian efforts are stalled in Gaza (1:11:21), and director David O. Russell gets accused of using the n-word on set (1:27:19).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Jessica Ann Mitchell AiwuyorProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis, and RGIII’s Got Thoughts on Caitlin vs. Angel | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-05-20 | Van and Rachel discuss Dan Bongino and Kash Patel’s comments on Jeffrey Epstein’s death (8:10), and whether Atlanta is still the Black Mecca (14:02). Then, reactions to Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis (20:49), before Robert Griffin III earns Glaze of the Week (36:31), and Snoop Dogg addresses the Trump inauguration backlash (53:59). Then, writer Anna Malaika Tubbs joins to talk about her new book, ‘Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us’ (1:07:53).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Anna Malaika TubbsProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Updates on Diddy Trial, Meghan Trainor’s New Bass, & Redheads in the Community | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-05-16 | Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode by discussing the TikTok trend of including redheaded Americans in the Black community (07:20). Then, they go through a few “quick hitters,” including the restraining order sought by Halle Bailey (18:52), the backlash about Meghan Trainor’s new look (33:28), and their reactions to the introductions to the federal bill redefining what qualifies as “obscene” (58:14). Then, they bring on Yodit Tewolde to give a look at the details of the Diddy trial (1:12:09) before ending the show with an important message of change from the hosts (1:38:02).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Yodit TewoldeProducers: Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Is This A Cause For Concern In Atlanta? #higherlearningpodcast #hiphop #atlanta #law Higher Learning 2025-05-14 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Live from New York, It’s Higher Learning! | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-05-14 | Van and Rachel took to New York’s Gramercy Theater in front of a lively audience to discuss the old guard of the Democratic Party, after David Hogg’s “get over yourself” comment (12:57). Then Van debuts a new spinoff, “Glaze of the Decade” (29:37), before thought warriors join the show for Animal Games (54:38) and a Rachel Apology Contest (1:12:07).Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel LindsayProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith Additional Production Support: Chelsea Stark-JonesLive Events Coordination: Elizabeth Fierman, Helen Eichner, Tessa HerrickFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Some Bad News For Rappers #higherlearningpodcast #hiphop #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-05-12 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The First American Pope, Plus Met Gala Rankings | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-05-09 | Van and Rachel discuss the buildup to the selection of the new pope (14:37) and the acquittal of the officers who killed Tyre Nichols (16:46) before shifting gears to the Met Gala and its celebration of Black style (32:43). Then, instant reactions to the announcement of Pope Leo XIV (56:08), a conversation around the lawsuit against Smokey Robinson (59:09), and the discussion on Jayden Daniels’s mom makes a comeback (1:28:30).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Can Black Coaches Succeed Without White People? #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #football Higher Learning 2025-05-08 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
We Need More Films About Black Heroes #davidoyelowo #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-05-07 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Hip-Hop’s Jeffrey Epstein, and Trump Meets the Press | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-05-06 | Van and Rachel react to Donald Trump getting involved with NIL in college sports (14:02), and the Turkey Leg Hut crime saga (26:16). Then, Diddy’s trial begins (32:54), Trump appears on ‘Meet the Press’ (50:59), and thanks to a mom saying the N-word, we have a new Glaze of the Week (1:14:53). Plus, a conversation about squatters' rights (1::27:06).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Paying Teachers, Missing White Women Syndrome, and Pool Party Foul | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-05-02 | Van and Rachel discuss Donald Trump’s cabinet’s praise of his first 100 days in office (2:55), and Paul Pierce’s explanation of NBA players’ dating habits (14:51). Plus, Terrence Howard says what he’d do to his lips if he ever kissed a man (28:51), and Giannis Antetokounmpo gets into it with Tyrese Haliburton’s dad (35:33). Then, reactions to a video of somebody going too far at a pool party (47:35), before former secretary of education John King Jr. joins to discuss the present and future of the department (56:39), and producer Lisa Cortés joins to talk about her new docuseries, ‘Murder Has Two Faces’ (1:22:38).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: John King Jr. and Lisa CortésProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
How Likely Can America Fall Into Another Depression? #higherlearningpodcast #politcs Higher Learning 2025-04-30 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Shedeur Sanders’s Draft Fall: The Civil Rights Issue of Our Time? Plus, Cinematography and ‘Sinners’ Higher Learning 2025-04-29 | Van and Rachel welcome former NFL cornerback and ESPN contributor Domonique Foxworth to react to Shedeur Sanders’s historic fall in the NFL draft (16:49) and Saquon Barkley spending quality time with President Trump (37:15). Then director of photography Autumn Durald Arkapaw joins to discuss how she shot arguably the most talked-about film of the decade, ‘Sinners’ (50:41). Finally, Van has a plan on how to defeat a gorilla with 100 men (50:39).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Dominique Foxworth and Autumn Durald ArkapawProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
What Happened Between Drake and Lebron? #higherlearningpodcast #drake #lebronjames #hiphop Higher Learning 2025-04-28 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Vans Titty Issues (Hes Talked About It) #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-04-26 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Shannon Sharpe’s “Shakedown,” and Why the Earth Isn’t Flat With Dakotah Tyler | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-04-25 | Van and Rachel react to the latest in Shannon Sharpe's lawsuit and discuss his reaction (22:41), before breaking down Elon Musk’s decision to take a step back from politics to focus on Tesla (55:34). Then astrophysicist Dakotah Tyler (soon to be Dr. Tyler) joins to debunk Wiz Khalifa’s belief that the Earth is flat (1:07:21).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Dakotah TylerProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
People Love Feet More Than You Think #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #funny Higher Learning 2025-04-24 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
When Is It Okay To Objectify Someone? #higherlearningpodcast #blackculturepodcast #ciara Higher Learning 2025-04-23 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
‘Sinners’ Box Office, ’The Quincy Avery Effect’, & How to Talk About Sex With Kamil Lewis Higher Learning 2025-04-22 | Van and Rachel react to the death of Pope Francis (4:00), before discussing the opening weekend of ‘Sinners’ and the way the film's success has been covered in the trades (16:09). Plus, Shannon Sharpe gets sued (30:05), Rev. Al Sharpton meets with Target (41:43), and we crown the latest Glaze of the Week (50:55). Then, Deion Sanders justifies the retiring of jerseys (1:09:31), before QB guru Quincy Avery joins to talk the upcoming doc ‘The Quincy Avery Effect’ (1:16:08), and sex therapist Kamil Lewis helps breakdown the social discomfort around sex (1:54:01).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Quincy Avery and Kamil LewisProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smithwww.kamillewis.comInstagram: @kamil.lewisFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Snoop Is Not Like Us (Anymore) #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #hiphop Higher Learning 2025-04-21 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Will Van Keep Up His Race Challenge? #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #blackculturepodcast Higher Learning 2025-04-20 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The Black Community & Therapy #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #blackculturepodcast Higher Learning 2025-04-19 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Are We Ready For SINNERS (2025) Backlash? #higherlearningpodcast #sinners #omarbensonmiller Higher Learning 2025-04-18 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The Horror, Joy, and Roots of Sinners With Omar Miller | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-04-18 | Van and Rachel react to the wrongful deportation of a Maryland man to El Salvador (7:21), before welcoming actor Omar Miller to discuss Ryan Coogler’s latest film, 'Sinners’ (27:22).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Omar MillerProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The Diss Tracks Against Drake Are... Different #higherlearningpodcast #hiphop #kendricklamar #drake Higher Learning 2025-04-17 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Can Van Keep Up No-Race Month? #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities #blackculturepodcast Higher Learning 2025-04-16 | For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The Bad Reputation Of Athletes #higherlearningpodcast #blackcommunities Higher Learning 2025-04-15 | ...
Kyren Lacy and the Mental Wellness of Black Men With Jason Wilson | The Ringer | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-04-15 | Van and Rachel react to the death of LSU football standout Kyren Lacy (15:07), before Bill Maher inspires the start of a new segment following his dinner with Donald Trump (24:00), and they discuss black businesses in light of Wallo’s recent comments (56:35) Then, Ringer social content producer and Midnight Boy Jomi Adeniran joins to give some insight on KTLA accidentally tweeting the N-word (1:07:57). Finally, Jason Wilson, author of ‘The Man the Moment Demands,’ joins for an emotional and heartfelt conversation (1:28:01).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuests: Jason Wilson and Jomi AdeniranProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
David Oyelowo on ‘Government Cheese,’ Plus Keri Hilson’s Regret | Higher Learning | The RInger Higher Learning 2025-04-11 | Van and Rachel give an update on the roller coaster that is the U.S. economy (2:10) and talk Keri Hilson’s recent comments on her 2009 Beyoncé diss (16:05) before welcoming actor and producer David Oyelowo to discuss his new Apple TV+ show, ‘Government Cheese’ (28:32), the types of roles he will and will not play (39:51), and his friendship with Jonathan Majors (1:01:02). Plus, Animal Games makes a comeback (1:11:46), Terrence Howard wants to duel (1:16:44)Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: David OyelowoProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Kamala’s “I Told You So” and a Students Self-Defense Claim in a Track Meet Stabbing Higher Learning 2025-04-08 | Van and Rachel react to a recent tweet of Van’s (:18) before discussing Kamala Harris’s recent “I told you so” comments (24:23) and a stabbing at a Texas track meet that left one student dead and another claiming self-defense (49:47). Then, a message to rappers regarding tariffs (1:17:09) and a celebration of Duke’s NCAA tournament loss (1:26:04).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithCode: NLGQWNJM2NA5LH34For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Donald Trump and the Last-Ditch Effort of a Dying Empire With Michael Harriot | Higher Learning Higher Learning 2025-04-04 | Van and Rachel kick thing off with:3:37 An alimony conversation 23:32 Michael Harriot and Trump’s tariff war45:38 Young Thug's legal trouble 57:47 Cory Booker's historic filibuster1:05:39 Andrew Schulz on The Pivot 1:28:06 the Anthony Edwards rumorHosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Michael HarriotProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Therapy and the History of Child Support With TK Kirkland | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-04-01 | Van and Rachel discuss 1:15 YG’s new single, "2004," and male survivors of sexual assault 9:07 the White House Correspondents Dinner 24:59 TK Kirkland joins to talk everything from Donald Trump 38:32 to domestic violence, mental health 1:04:44 and touring with N.W.A in the late ’80s 1:11:14 Plus, TK’s thoughts on child support a1:20:46 and Mo’Nique’s beef with Tyler PerryHosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Terence TK KirklandProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithNational Sexual Assault Hotline: rainn.orgCode: NLGQWNJM2NA5LH34For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
The LeBron–Stephen A. Feud, “Governor Hot Wheels,” and the Trump Administration’s Big Oopsie Higher Learning 2025-03-28 | Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode by discussing the discourse around Van’s idea of a top BBL city, and then they change direction with a chat about the characteristics behind “BDE” (04:27). Then, they get into the simmering Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James feud (08:55) and the accidental adding of The Atlantic’s editor in chief to the Trump administration’s war plans group chat (35:10). They also ask the question, “What happened to Mark Robinson?” (1:03:05) Later, Trick Daddy gives his intriguing dating preferences (1:06:07).Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayGuest: Van's dog, BosemanProducers: Donnie Beacham and Ashleigh SmithFor more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer- Time Stamps - 00:00 - Welcome!04:27 - Rachel’ Corner: BDE Characteristics 08:55 - Lebron and Stephen A. Beefing Again 31:48 - Rowe’s BET Comment: Is It Off?35:10 - The Trump Administrations War Plans Chat52:06 - The Governor Hot Wheels Situation 1:03:05 - What Happened to Mark Robinson?1:06:07 - Trick Daddy’s Dating Preferences 1:21:14 - Help This Man (Beggin’ For The Lord)
Jonathan Majors, ‘Snow White’ and Box Office Controversy | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-03-25 | Van and Rachel 19:32 remember the life of George Foreman 29:06 discuss Jonathan Majors’s latest film, ‘Magazine Dreams’ 48:01 the controversy surrounding Disney’s ‘Snow White’ 1:00:31 react to the lawsuits against Marcellus Wiley 1:20:56 Van explains why he’ll redo his list of the top five Black cities 1:38:36 is Jayden Daniels’s mom going too far?Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithCode: NLGQWNJM2NA5LH34For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
Jess Hilarious, The Breakfast Club, and Erasing Jackie Robinson | Higher Learning | The Ringer Higher Learning 2025-03-21 | Van and Rachel 7:32 recap Jess Hilarious's airing out of 'Breakfast Club' grievances online and on air 27:41 react to the erasure of Jackie Robinson and other military heroes 1:11:14 Van has a Kanye West theory and gives his 1:21:21 VAN's top five Black cities (just Van's)Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh SmithCode: NLGQWNJM2NA5LH34For more from The Ringer:Shop: theringer.com/shopWebsite: http://theringer.comTwitter: twitter.com/ringerFacebook: facebook.com/ringerInstagram: instagram.com/ringer
