Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

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The Troubled ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Adaptation, and Usher’s Rejection

Jul 31, 2026 · 2h 7m

✨ Discussion on rap personas, tragedy, and the Madden curse.

Jonathan Majors

2h 7m

Kerry Washington and 'The Whoopi Monologues,' a New Black Panther, and an Argument for Term Limits

Jul 28, 2026 · 2h 18m

✨ Kerry Washington discusses 'The Whoopi Monologues' and theater's importance.

Kerry Washington

2h 18m

Why Would ESPN Lay Off Ryan Clark? Plus, Mayor Mamdani’s Netanyahu Strategy.

Jul 24, 2026 · 2h 26m

✨ Van and Rachel discuss Ryan Clark's ESPN layoff and LeBron's free agency tactics.

Ryan Clark Zohran Mamdani

2h 26m

Van’s ‘Obsession’ Obsession, ‘The Odyssey’ Wins, and the Life and Career of David Roberts

Jul 21, 2026 · 2h 24m

✨ Discussed the film 'Obsession,' the success of 'The Odyssey,' and WNBA controversy.

David Roberts

2h 24m

"New Face of Hollywood,” Boosie’s Pardon Play, and Rachel’s Finest

Jul 17, 2026 · 2h 13m

✨ Reaction to a controversial Hollywood Reporter article and Christian backlash.

2h 13m

The Death of Lindsey Graham and Jay-Z’s Colin Kaepernick Diss

Jul 14, 2026 · 2h 8m

✨ Van and Rachel discuss the reported death of Senator Lindsey Graham.

2h 8m

The Tubman $20 Bill, Graham Platner’s Exit, and Rappers Flying Commercial

Jul 10, 2026 · 2h 17m

✨ Reacting to the US men's soccer team's loss and Emmy nominations.

2h 17m

The Yung Miami and India.Arie “Spend Dat” Debate, Plus U.S.-FIFA Controversy

Jul 7, 2026 · 1h 56m

✨ Van and Rachel discuss U.S.-FIFA controversy and Marcellus Wiley's arrest.

1h 56m

LeBron and the Mighty White Lakers. Plus, Are You Proud to Be an American?

Jul 3, 2026 · 2h 18m

✨ Van and Rachel react to NBA offseason news and LeBron's decisions.

2h 18m

Druski’s BET Awards, Tucker Carlson Leaving the GOP, and “War” in the Democratic Party

Jun 30, 2026 · 2h 0m

✨ Van and Rachel react to the BET Awards and Tucker Carlson's political shift.

2h 0m

XXL Freshman Class, and What Happened With Lizzo? Plus, the Last Gasp of Trumpism

Jun 26, 2026 · 2h 7m

✨ Discussion on Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico's political commentary.

2h 7m

Crockett Not Supporting Talarico? Plus, Estelle on the Art of Being a Humble Star

Jun 23, 2026 · 2h 32m

✨ Van and Rachel discuss political support and connect geopolitics to 'The Wire'.

2h 32m

Jemele Hill and the Jay-Z-Target Partnership: Is It a Big Deal?

Jun 19, 2026 · 2h 2m

✨ Van and Rachel discuss the L.A. primary results and a tragic police incident.

2h 2m

Knicks Win It All, UFC at the White House, and the Conviction of Karmelo Anthony

Jun 16, 2026 · 1h 44m

✨ Knicks win NBA championship, celebrating a historic victory.

1h 44m

Senator Chris Murphy and ‘Crisis of the Common Good’

Jun 12, 2026 · 54m

✨ Senator Chris Murphy discusses multiculturalism and the 'common good' capitalism.

54m

A Conversation With Rep. Ilhan Omar: AIPAC, MAGA Expats, and Standing Up to ICE

Jun 9, 2026 · 58m

✨ Rep. Ilhan Omar discusses governing and Democratic challenges.

58m

Spencer Pratt’s Obama Comparisons, Plus Life and ’The Odyssey’ With Jay Pharoah

Jun 5, 2026 · 2h 35m

✨ Discussed California primary races and Tyler, the Creator's views on lists.

Jay Pharoah

2h 35m

Jay-Z Returns to Beef With Drake, Plus Trump’s Failed Concert Series

Jun 2, 2026 · 1h 53m

✨ Reacting to Jay-Z's freestyle and Donald Trump's canceled Freedom 250 festival.

1h 53m

Kevin Hart: Black Culture Vs. Comedy Culture, and Spencer Pratt’s Mayoral Bid

May 29, 2026 · 2h 4m

✨ Kevin Hart addresses criticism over jokes made at his roast.

Kevin Hart

2h 4m

Is Hip-Hop Still Fun? Plus the DNC’s Autopsy Report and “Dr.” Cheyenne Bryant’s Alleged Title

May 22, 2026 · 2h 6m

✨ Debated whether hip-hop remains fun and engaging.

2h 6m

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