Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro (@tezlynfigaro) examines controversial and thought-provoking topics with diverse guests to discuss politics, social consciousness, and culture. Through weekly conversations, Tezlyn invites guests to share their views and experiences, raw and unfiltered, to educate, uplift, and provide honest insight into the issues facing the Black community in America. A mix of hip-hop and political expertise, Tezlyn keeps her ears to the street and brings her knowledge and savvy to every discussion with power and purpose.
Tezlyn recaps the Breakfast Club front page news for the week of March 20, 2023. Tezlyn discusses the stories in detail while answering live questions.
Tune in to hear Tezlyn Figaro in conversation with Flint Councilman Eric Mays. Councilman Mays has been wildly popular on social media regarding his leadership in Flint, Michigan. Learn why he was wrongly charged with disorderly conduct and what you can do to help.
In this powerful, prophetic, and inspiring episode, Tezlyn discusses how to push to your destination in addition to announcing the 2023 Push The Line nonpartisan political training program tour.
Tezlyn educates listeners on the Democrat's and Republican's 'tough on crime' messaging and how it will affect the Local, State, and federal government.
SSNC LIVE: Are You Cynical, A Clown, Or An Agent Of Chaos?
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Once again, Tezlyn provides facts during her IG live during a time when misinformation on the internet regarding police reform is at an all-time high. #TyreNichols
SSNC LIVE: Bottom line is that S*** Worked! The Rebel Republican Breakdown
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Like it or not, the bottom line is that s### worked! Tezlyn breaks down the key concessions negotiated by the rebel Republicans. Go back and listen to the Republicans Go Gangsta episode to learn what you should have learned from this process.
Tezlyn breaks down the historic “get down or lay down” move made by rebel Republicans who challenged Kevin McCarthy for speaker of the house and what we should learn from it.
Tezlyn invokes Thanksgiving metaphors to explain the importance of spiritually, politically, and emotionally resetting the table to reap the benefit in 2024.
The official Black Effect Podcast on iHeart Radio #Midterms2022 live Twitter space hosted by the host of Straight Shot No Chaser Podcast with Tezlyn Figaro
Some of My Best Friends Are… is a podcast hosted by Khalil Gibran Muhammad and Ben Austen, two best friends who grew up together on the South Side of Chicago in the 1980s. Today a Harvard professor and an award-winning journalist, Khalil and Ben are still best friends, but they know that interracial friendships aren't going to solve the problems of a deeply divided country. In Some of My Best Friends Are..., Khalil and Ben have real talks about the absurdities and intricacies of race in America. They invite guests -- like Attorney General Eric Holder, Danielle Sered, and Sherman "Dilla" Thomas -- to join critical conversations that are at once personal, political and playful. Listen now at https://podcasts.pushkin.fm/sbfs2?sid=ssnc.
SSNC LIVE: Why You Can't Tell Me To Stop Talking About George Floyd
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In this passionate LIVE episode Tezlyn Figaro addresses the agents of chaos in the comments about why they cannot tell her to stop talking about George Floyd
The lack of discipline, pimping, posturing, excuses and lack of focus in leadership is sickening! Time to stop BEGGING & start BOSSING! It's time to get s*** done!
SSNC LIVE: Push the line (ft. Pastor Jamal Bryant)
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Pastor Bryant chats with Tezlyn about the upcoming push-the-line training in Atlanta, Georgia, on 9/10/22 and the importance of new, young leadership and the role and responsibility of faith-based leadership. To join the training text pushtheline (all one word) to 66866
SSNC LIVE: Joe Biden Promised To Decriminalize Marjiana
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Tezlyn breaks down Joe Biden's promise to decriminalize majiana on the 'Lift every voice: The Biden Plan for Black America. As it stands, source: https://joebiden.com/blackamerica/#
SSNC LIVE: Push The Line Non Partisan Political Training Bootcamp (Ft. Dr. Wes Bellmany )
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Tezlyn chats with Our Black Party co-founder Dr. Wes Bellmany about the upcoming Push the Line nonpartisan Political Training boot camp on 9/10/22 in Atlanta, Georgia. Text pushtheline (all one word) to 66866 for more information.
SSNC LIVE: Black Voters Have Done More Than Enough! Stop Shaming Black Voters!
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Tezlyn addresses how disrespectful it is to shame and blame Black voters.Tickets are now on sale for the FIRST ever Black Effect Podcast Festival happening on August 28th in Brooklyn, NY! Come check us out with The 85 South Show, and more of your favorite Black Effect Podcast hosts. Get your tickets today at BlackEffect.com\PodcastFestival
Check out this powerful discussion regarding crime bill 2.0 and a call to action by Tezlyn Figaro, Bishop Talbert Swan, Pastor Michael McBride and Erica Ford.
Tickets are now on sale for the FIRST ever Black Effect Podcast Festival happening on August 28th in Brooklyn, NY! Come check us out with The 85 South Show, and more of your favorite Black Effect Podcast hosts. Get your tickets today at BlackEffect.com\Podcast Festival
SSNC LIVE: VP Harris Was Out Of Pocket To Correlate Slavery To Abortion
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Tezlyn, addresses VP Harris's comments to the NAACP regarding abortion rights and the history of America claiming ownership over human bodies.
Tickets are now on sale for the FIRST ever Black Effect Podcast Festival happening on August 28th in Brooklyn, NY! Come check us out with The 85 South Show, All the Smoke, and more of your favorite Black Effect Podcast hosts. Get your tickets today at BlackEffect.com\PodcastFestival
SSNC LIVE: Now All Of A Sudden Democrat Pundits Flip The Script
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During SSNC IG live Tezlyn breaks down how the same pundits that shamed her and others for holding Democrats accountable are now all of a sudden flipping the script
SSNC Live: Tezlyn Figaro's personal contradictions regarding #guncontrol
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Tezlyn Figaro discusses her personal contradictions regarding con control and self defense, community violence and the need to stop white supremacy acts of terror.
Check out this powerful inspiring message as Tezlyn challenges listeners to be a protective shield for the cause by fortifying their minds like in the movie Dr.Strange
Justice for Greenwood w/ Attorney Damario Solomon Simmons
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Attorney Damario Solomon Simmons discusses the over 100-year fight for the descendants and three remaining survivors from the Greenwood massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma. For more information please visit www.justiceforgreenwood.org
Join Tezlyn in this lively discussion about the correlation between dating apps and politicians. Only the #HoodWhisperer can invoke thought-provoking metaphors that entertain, engage, and empower.
Tap in to hear Tezlyn chat with Commissioner Mike Gelin about how elected officials can run and win elected positions without compromising their integrity to the Black community.
Tezlyn Figaro breaks down what the Brooklyn Subway shooting has to do with politics immediately following Governor Hochul's‘ tough on gun control’ message. Tezlyn breaks down what to expect to hear in the upcoming months from Democrats, Republicans, and Progressives.
This episode was recorded on 4/12/22 at 1:00 pm est.
Tezlyn Figaro discusses the #KBJ confirmation by asking the tough question which is are Black people going to just celebrate the position or push the line?
How to Avoid Common Probation Or Parole Violation Mistakes w/ Kelly Levine
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The George Floyd Foundation training series for incarcerated individuals is curated & hosted by Tezlyn Figaro Communications Group.
Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with 20-year veteran probation and parole officer Kelly Levine as they discuss common mistakes made while attempting to adhere to probation or parole requirements. Ms. Levine offers helpful tools to reduce recidivism.
SSNC Live: From Pimping To Politics with Andre Taylor
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In this episode of Straight Shot No Chaser Tezlyn Figaro is joined by Andre Taylor, who you might remember from the cult classic documentary "American Pimp". Listen in as Andre Taylor discuss's lessons he has learned in the pimp game and now uses in the political game.
Check out this fire IG live with Tezlyn, aka the #TheHoodWhisperer, as she breaks down how the 2022 Democrat message strategy is what the game calls 'dirty macking.'
Check out Tezlyn for another IG live as she discusses the price of gas and the nerve of those that ignore those that do not have the opportunity to work from home.
SSNC IG Live: Fund Them! Tezlyn Breaks Down The 2022 SOTU
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Check out this fierce IG live commentary as Tezlyn provides a response to explain President Joe Biden’s ‘fund them’ comment during the State of The Union and why Republicans and Democrats gave him a standing ovation.
Managing Post-Incarceration Stress and Anxiety w- Clifford Johnson
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The George Floyd Foundation training series for incarcerated individuals is curated & hosted by Tezlyn Figaro Communications Group.
Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with national bestselling Author Clifford Johnson to discuss how Clifford turned his prison time into his passion during and post-incarceration. Clifford shares helpful tools to assist with managing the stress and anxiety associated with post-incarceration.
Be inspired as you listen to this unscripted IG Live conversation between Tezlyn and Robert Wallace Sr. as she holds him accountable to adhering to his purpose in politics.
Mental Health During And Post-Incarceration w- Dr. Smith
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The George Floyd Foundation training series for incarcerated individuals is curated & hosted by Tezlyn Figaro Communications Group.
Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with Dr. Sellena Smith to discuss mental health during and post-incarceration. Dr. Smith provides helpful tools to use on how to build a community support system with both incarcerated and non-incarcerated individuals.
What do you do when you are mad at God? with Dr. Mary White
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The George Floyd Foundation training series for incarcerated individuals is curated & hosted by Tezlyn Figaro Communications Group.
Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with Dr. Mary White as they discuss how Dr. White works with incarcerated individuals within the prison ministry. Dr. White offers tangible tools to assist people with their spiritual journey.
The George Floyd Foundation training series for incarcerated individuals is curated & hosted by Tezlyn Figaro Communications Group.
Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with the author of ‘Wife after Prison’ Sheila Bruno. Shelia Bruno is known for giving voice to the psychological impact of incarceration, also known as Post-Incarceration Syndrome. Ms. Bruno shares her personal and emotional transparent story of the direct and indirect impact of being a wife after prison.
Tezlyn recaps President Biden’s pathetic message to Black voters during his first-year recap speech. She also explains how the listener has two choices to make which is either give up and become a victim of pathetic politics or stand up and operate within your purpose. Check out this episode to be both inspired and challenged.
Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with Senior Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance, Louis L. Reed. Mr. Reed walks the listener through his journey of turning his prison sentence into purpose. Mr. Reed trains, empowers and inspires the listener on how to achieve attainable steps to decrease recidivism.
Bishop Talbert Swan Says Democrat Leadership Still Doesn't Get It!
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Bishop Talbert Swan returns to Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro to give listeners an update on Black America, Black voter power, and how he handles criticism surrounding his participation in the #GoodTrouble protest & the #BuckBreaking movie.
The NEW Local Elected Official Prototype: Commissioner Regina I. Hill
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If you ever wondered if it is possible to run for office for the first time and win by a landslide three times, then you MUST check out this powerful interview with Orlando City Commissioner Regina I Hill. Tezlyn Figaro formally served as Commissioner Hill's Director of Communications for her first campaign. During this intimate interview, they discuss Hill's heartbreaking tragedies and her victorious triumphs and how doing the work withstood it all.
Music Ownership and Independent Music Production with James Worthy
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Join Tezlyn as she chats with Grammy Nominated musician, songwriter, & recording artist James Worthy about the importance of ownership in the music industry, building your brand, and consistency for longevity in the industry.
Straight Shot Commentary: The Defense Attorneys Will Do Anything to Disregard the Life of #AhmaudArbery
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Check out this fire commentary by Tezlyn Figaro as she discusses how the defense attorneys for the murderers of #AhmaudArbery in the McMichaels and Bryan trial ask for a mistrial because Black pastors are in the courtroom.
The host of the #DidSheSayThat podcast, Sonnie Johnson checks in with Tezlyn to discuss what if anything has changed in the conservative movement in 2021.
Tezlyn and rapper, actor, and activist Killer Mike go live to discuss what's next for Black voters and the importance of his message to plot, plan, strategize, organize and mobilize.
Go Green & Get Money: Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry with Dr. Lance McCarthy
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Tezlyn chats with Dr. Lance McCarthy about how Black Americans can benefit from the cannabis industry beyond owning a dispensary and how the industry is changing the criminal justice system.
Check out this lively discussion betweennyg.com/"> Mysonne the General and The Hoodwhisperer aka Tezlyn Figaro as they discuss gender roles within the rules of the game, ongoing internet beef, social media trolls, and more!
Straight Shot Commentary: So Now Biden Is Ready To End The Filibuster?
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Check out another SSNC live episode as Tezlyn discusses how President Biden is all of a sudden ready to push the line to end the filibuster to raise the debt ceiling. This episode was recorded live on Tezlyn Figaro’s Instagram be sure to follow her @TezlynFigaro to join in on the conversation!
SSNC IG Live: You Can’t Have Turkey Without The Sides
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During SSNC Live on Instagram Tezlyn breaks down the difference between the infrastructure and reconciliation in a fun easy way that anyone can understand. Using Thanksgiving dinner analogies, the listener will leave with a full plate of political knowledge to share with others.
Black Americans and the Tech Industry with Dr. Lance McCarthy
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Tezlyn chats with Dr. Lance McCarthy to learn why Black Americans only make up 1.9% of the tech market and how workplace diversity not only creates more opportunities for Black Americans but is smart for business and how survivor's remorse can inhibit your money flow.
Get on the Ground and Do the Work w/ Dupre "Doitall" Kelly
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Hip-hop artist and community leader Dupré "Doitall" Kelly, of the hip-hop group Lords of the Underground, joins Tezlyn to discuss his candidacy for councilman in the West Ward of Newark, New Jersey, how political crews work, his strategy and vision for revitalizing the Ward, and why connecting with the streets matters.
Straight Shot Commentary: President Biden’s "I Said What I Said" Speech
00:28:34
Tezlyn gives you another shot of her straight shot no chaser commentary style while breaking down the news of the week such as the Afghanistan exit, President Biden's speech, federal voting rights, Texas voting rights and more.
Who In the Hell is Holding Back the Voting Rights Act? with Dominique Alexander
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Join Tezlyn as she discusses voting rights with founder of the Next Generation Action Network, Dominque Alexander. This bold, powerful discussion calls out the people that are holding Black people back, and how we must continue to push the line.
Tulsa Race Massacre Site Unearths Skeleton Remains
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Greenwood Black Wall Street Descendant and Creek Freedman Kristi Williams provides her personal experience during the unearthing of Tulsa race massacre skeleton remains.
Straight Shot Commentary: Is Joe Manchin Democrats Daddy?
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Tezlyn breaks down her frustration with Sen Joe Manchin being in absolute control of the Democrat party and how he and the people that enable him are stopping progress for Black America
Tezlyn chops it up with fellow Black Effect Podcaster Mouse Jones, co-host of "The What?! Hip Hop Questions, Legends + Lists," about gender roles in hip-hop culture, cornball sex, and why "we" doesn't mean everybody.
Straight Shot Commentary: The Descendants of N.W.A
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Tezlyn is dropping straight heat with her commentary on the viral racist rant New Jersey video and why Black people should demand an anti-Black hate bill.
When #RHONY Reality Show Gets Real with Eboni K. Williams
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Tezlyn chats with the new star of the Real Housewives of New York, and Black Effect Podcast Network, Holding Court Host Eboni K. Williams, about how she is using her platform to empower and educate viewers of #RHONY.
Straight Shot Commentary: Gun Violence Initiative Or 94 Crime Bill 2.0
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Tezlyn discusses how President Biden’s new initiative to reduce gun violence is giving her 94 Crime Bill vibes. Tezlyn also provides her thoughts on the voting rights bill and what Democrats must do next.