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.
REPLAY: Conversation With Brian Alexander Morgan
Check out this inspiring, informative impromptu instagram live conversation with iconic song writer Brian Alexander Morgan. Brian and Tez discuss politics, SWV’s impact on the culture and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/11/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 8 seconds
REPLAY: Tez Once Again Clears The Room, U.S. Air Force style.
In response to comments about Ron DeSantis on the Breakfast Club #FrontPageNews Tezlyn goes in on IG live to clear the room about how she has always called out Democrats and Republicans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/29/2023 • 30 minutes, 30 seconds
REPLAY: Would You Date A Bus Driver? (Ft. Eboni K Williams)
Eboni K Williams joins Tezlyn Figaro to discuss Eboni K. Williams's viral clip with Iyanla Vanzant about her unwillingness to date a bus driver and why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/21/2023 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 23 seconds
Front Page News: Trump Indicted In 7 Counts Over Classified Documents
Trump Indicted In 7 Counts Over Classified DocumentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/9/2023 • 7 minutes, 9 seconds
Front Page News: Canada Wildfires Cover NYC Areas Causing Toxic Air Quality
Canada Wildfires Cover New York City Areas In Apocalyptic Haze Causing Toxic Air QualitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/9/2023 • 8 minutes, 52 seconds
Best of 2022: It's for for the least of these, for me!
Episode Title: Pathetic Politics or Propose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/2/2023 • 52 seconds
Best of 2022: Pain to Purpose
Episode Title: Why You Can’t Tell Me To Stop Talking About George Floyd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/30/2022 • 54 seconds
Best of 2022: Tezlyn live at Edward Waters University
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12/29/2022 • 56 seconds
Best of 2022: Tezlyn Figaro don’t explain, she trains!
From Episode Title: Push The Line NonPartisan Political Bootcamp See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/28/2022 • 36 seconds
Best of 2022: Tezlyn Figaro encourages caller to run for office!
Episode Title: Are you serving your purpose?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/27/2022 • 1 minute, 40 seconds
Best of 2022: Black people are getting the Chris Rock slapped out of them in politics!
Episode title: Black People are Getting the ‘Chris Rock’ Slapped Out of them in Politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/26/2022 • 1 minute, 39 seconds
Best of 2022: Stop all that damn crying in Congress!
Episode title: Start Chin CheckingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/23/2022 • 3 minutes, 18 seconds
Best of 2022: Democrats be dirty macking!
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12/22/2022 • 2 minutes, 35 seconds
Best of 2022: Black voters have done more than enough!
Episode title: Black Voters Have Done More Than Enough. Stop Shaming Black Voters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/21/2022 • 4 minutes, 25 seconds
Best Of 2022: Gang banging Meets Politics!
Episode Title: Now All Of A Sudden Democrat Pundits Flip The ScriptSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/20/2022 • 2 minutes
Best of 2022: Are you going to run for office or run your mouth_
Episode Title: Are you serving your purpose?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/20/2022 • 52 seconds
SSNC Live: Are you serving your purpose?
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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/18/2022 • 59 minutes, 51 seconds
SSNC IG Live: Big Pimping Politics
Tap in to hear this fire IG live commentary as Tezlyn discuses #JoeManchin and big pimping politics Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/23/2021 • 49 minutes, 46 seconds
Straight Shot Commentary: So Now Biden Is Ready To End The Filibuster?
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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/7/2021 • 31 minutes, 44 seconds
SSNC IG Live: You Can’t Have Turkey Without The Sides
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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/1/2021 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Straight Shot Commentary: President Biden’s "I Said What I Said" Speech
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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/2/2021 • 28 minutes, 34 seconds
Straight Shot Commentary: A Hot Mess In Afghanistan
Tezlyn breaks down the Afghanistan crisis in true straight shot no chaser style, catching you up on the latest in politics and politic-tricks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/22/2021 • 14 minutes, 7 seconds
Tulsa Race Massacre Site Unearths Skeleton Remains
Greenwood Black Wall Street Descendant and Creek Freedman Kristi Williams provides her personal experience during the unearthing of Tulsa race massacre skeleton remains. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/12/2021 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
Straight Shot Commentary: Is Joe Manchin Democrats Daddy?
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 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/5/2021 • 27 minutes, 23 seconds
Straight Shot Commentary: The Descendants of N.W.A
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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/8/2021 • 23 minutes, 38 seconds
Straight Shot Commentary: Gun Violence Initiative Or 94 Crime Bill 2.0
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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/24/2021 • 22 minutes, 28 seconds
Let's Talk About Sex with Dr, Donna Oriowo
Author of Kittys Litter: Power, Passion, and Politics, Tezlyn Figaro, discusses how sex, power and politics intersect with sex therapist Dr. Donna Oriowo. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/17/2021 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 5 seconds
Straight Shot Segment: Sturdy 30 Campaign
During this straight shot commentary segment Tezlyn discusses her frustration with Democrats thus far and the importance of the 30 Sturdy nonpartisan Attorney General voter information campaign. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/3/2021 • 24 minutes, 57 seconds
Straight Shot: Justice For Pamela Turner Rally
Tezlyn Figaro provides powerful straight shot commentary live at the justice for Pamela Turner rally in Baytown, Texas on Thursday May 13, 2021 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/14/2021 • 9 minutes, 52 seconds
Straight Shot: Derek Chauvin Trial Update
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.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/8/2021 • 3 minutes, 19 seconds
Introducing: Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro
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