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 the dots on complex issues. Whether you’re a curious...
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Sep 30, 2026 · 45:02
Lurie asks the hard question: Can Black people truly be free here in the U.S.? She connects the 1919 Elaine massacre to today's election threats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Sep 30, 2026 · 14:47
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Sep 29, 2026 · 30:40
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Sep 29, 2026 · 12:20
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Sep 28, 2026 · 34:38
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Sep 28, 2026 · 11:38
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Sep 25, 2026 · 29:29
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Sep 25, 2026 · 59:25
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Sep 24, 2026 · 18:11
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Sep 23, 2026 · 32:19
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Sep 23, 2026 · 12:06
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Sep 22, 2026 · 33:54
No indictments in Nolan Wells' death. Another hanging in Maryland. The question isn't just what happened—it's what do we do about it? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company.…
Sep 22, 2026 · 12:34
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Sep 21, 2026 · 45:28
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Sep 21, 2026 · 12:00
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Sep 18, 2026 · 25:31
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Sep 18, 2026 · 12:45
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Sep 17, 2026 · 39:52
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Sep 17, 2026 · 11:12
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Sep 16, 2026 · 45:05
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Sep 16, 2026 · 12:27
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Sep 15, 2026 · 42:46
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Sep 15, 2026 · 11:50
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Sep 14, 2026 · 48:06
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Sep 14, 2026 · 11:42
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Sep 11, 2026 · 36:49
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Sep 11, 2026 · 38:27
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Sep 11, 2026 · 12:43
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Sep 11, 2026 · 33:50
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Sep 10, 2026 · 12:21
Begin your day with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as continue our discussion on shifting our perspective. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Sep 9, 2026 · 11:02
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Sep 8, 2026 · 35:17
This episode tackles multiple urgent topics facing Black communities today. Lurie breaks down Rula Jebreal's use of racist language toward Congressman Hakeem Jeffries and debates…
Sep 7, 2026 · 50:02
Attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons shares his recent $105 million settlement victory and discusses the exhausting reality of civil rights litigation, from police brutality cases to…
Sep 7, 2026 · 17:52
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Sep 4, 2026 · 41:17
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Sep 4, 2026 · 9:42
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Sep 3, 2026 · 1:05:22
Lurie breaks down voter registration concerns in Texas, discusses who should be Speaker of the House, and shares important FAFO updates about immigration enforcement affecting…
Sep 3, 2026 · 12:50
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Sep 2, 2026 · 38:49
Lurie breaks down the dangerous idea that 'God's got it' means you don't have to vote. Drawing from the Book of Job and other biblical texts, she breaks down how spiritual…
Sep 2, 2026 · 12:02
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Sep 1, 2026 · 31:18
Lurie breaks down news of the day from the latest on the Trump administration's war with Iran and the U.S. military. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Sep 1, 2026 · 11:17
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Aug 31, 2026 · 30:47
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Aug 31, 2026 · 14:35
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Aug 28, 2026 · 1:09:59
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Aug 28, 2026 · 15:56
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Aug 27, 2026 · 30:44
This episode dives deep into the interconnected crises facing our world today. Lurie explores how AI data centers contribute to climate disasters like the Nepal glacier collapse…
Aug 27, 2026 · 15:10
Begin your day with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as she reminds us the importance about perspective. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Aug 26, 2026 · 40:28
This episode tackles the urgent need for community preparation and self-sufficiency in uncertain times. Lurie breaks down practical survival strategies, from supporting Black…
Aug 26, 2026 · 12:03
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Aug 25, 2026 · 53:36
Lurie breaks down the critical conversations facing Black America: the collapse of US-Canada trade negotiations, the Supreme Court's decision on mail-in ballots, and why…
Aug 25, 2026 · 11:25
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Aug 24, 2026 · 43:36
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Aug 24, 2026 · 16:10
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Aug 21, 2026 · 1:26:16
In this powerful conversation, EbonyJanice and Lurie Daniel Favors dive deep into the ways ego and pride prevent us from building the communities we desperately need. They…
Aug 21, 2026 · 15:07
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Aug 20, 2026 · 47:42
Lurie breaks down Angie Nixon's stunning Florida Senate primary victory, where she defeated a heavily funded opponent by 10 points. The conversation explores how Nixon's…
Aug 20, 2026 · 15:41
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Aug 19, 2026 · 1:26:20
Lurie breaks down the ongoing crisis in Gary, Indiana, where thousands of Black residents remain without power weeks after a historic storm. Thanks to reporting from Capital B…
Aug 19, 2026 · 12:37
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Aug 18, 2026 · 1:33:51
In this deeply engaging conversation, Lurie Daniel Favors welcomes back Rashad Robinson to walk through the first chapter of his essential book 'From Presence to Power.'…
Aug 18, 2026 · 11:35
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Aug 17, 2026 · 1:31:35
Dr. Jason Johnson joins to discuss why violence has historically driven change in America, the popularity of politicians like Mayor Zohran Mamdani among Black women, and what…
Aug 17, 2026 · 22:26
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Aug 14, 2026 · 27:20
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…
Aug 14, 2026 · 11:03
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Aug 13, 2026 · 39:08
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Aug 12, 2026 · 32:24
Lurie breaks down the latest news on what ICE is doing across the country and why not voting in elections has consequences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Aug 12, 2026 · 10:13
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Aug 11, 2026 · 1:06:30
Lurie breaks down the news of the day. Plus, Rep. Angie Nixon, a union organizer and Democratic state representative from Jacksonville, shares her vision for Florida as she runs…
Aug 11, 2026 · 11:16
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Aug 10, 2026 · 41:35
After experiencing Ghana's potential and safety, Lurie breaks down America's lynchings, economic collapse, failing infrastructure hits different, Trump voters starving due to job…
Aug 10, 2026 · 20:07
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Aug 7, 2026 · 45:53
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Aug 7, 2026 · 19:58
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Aug 6, 2026 · 45:53
Lurie Daniel Favors celebrates Jamaican Independence Day while reflecting on the unique lessons Black Americans can teach the broader diaspora about navigating whiteness and…
Aug 6, 2026 · 19:18
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Aug 5, 2026 · 1:44:49
This episode dives deep into the controversial federal voucher program that's putting public education at risk across the nation. Beatriz Beckford, national director at…
Aug 5, 2026 · 19:08
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Aug 5, 2026 · 17:20
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Aug 4, 2026 · 1:21:35
Lurie Daniel Favors sits down with civil rights attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons for an unflinching conversation about America's so-called 'third founding.' They dissect how the…
Aug 3, 2026 · 32:57
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Aug 3, 2026 · 52:59
Dr. Raquel Martin joins Lurie Daniel Favors to discuss the critical difference between boundaries and rules, how to protect your peace without overcorrecting, and why choosing…
Aug 3, 2026 · 17:49
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Jul 31, 2026 · 50:27
In this powerful conversation, Dr. Assata Richards breaks down the gap between recognizing problems and actually solving them. She explains how professionalization stripped Black…
Jul 31, 2026 · 16:15
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Jul 30, 2026 · 11:14
Mayor Zohran Mamdani joins Lurie to discuss NYC's new program for affordable groceries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information…
Jul 30, 2026 · 17:04
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Jul 29, 2026 · 32:32
Rep. Cori Bush talks tornado relief, AIPAC money, and why St. Louis needs her back in Congress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for…
Jul 29, 2026 · 13:50
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Jul 28, 2026 · 49:57
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Jul 28, 2026 · 17:00
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Jul 27, 2026 · 52:30
Imani Gandy, executive producer of legal content at Rewire News Group and host of 'Boom! Lawyered,' breaks down a troubling paradox: America's most educated progressive public is…
Jul 27, 2026 · 13:14
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Jul 24, 2026 · 36:44
EbonyJanice breaks down why traditional activism isn't enough and how dreaming, imagination, and ancestral practices unlock real freedom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Jul 24, 2026 · 12:08
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Jul 23, 2026 · 18:57
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Jul 23, 2026 · 11:08
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Jul 22, 2026 · 18:11
Lurie breaks down Pete Hegseth's congressional testimony failures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and…
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