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The Ringer

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect the biggest topics in Black culture, politics, and sports. Two times per week, they will wade into the most important and timely conversations, frequently inviting guests on the podcast and occasionally debating each other.

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

Van and Rachel welcome reporter Meghann Cuniff to discuss the legal aspects of the Jay-Z rape lawsuit (5:58), before breaking down the cultural impact of the news (26:39). Then reactions to the arrest of a suspect in the UnitedHealth CEO’s murder (1:04:04), Lil Duval says women owe Jonathan Majors an apology (1:10:28), and the phrase ‘built like a Mexican’ sparks racial tensions online (1:25:21).

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guest: Meghann Cuniff
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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Unpacking the Jay-Z Allegations with Meghann Cuniff

Van and Rachel kick it off by reacting to Remy Ma and Papoose airing out cheating allegations via the internet (5:56) before discussing Jamie Foxx’s Netflix special (20:57) and the conservative backlash to Caitlin Clark’s TIME interview (28:44). Then adult film actress Ana Foxxx joins to give her perspective on OnlyFans model Lily Phillips having sex with 100 guys in 24 hours (37:47), and finally Jaleel White has a controversial take on Black audiences' acceptance of ‘Family Matters’ (1:11:06) 

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guest: Ana Foxxx
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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Remy Ma and Papoose Drama, Plus Talking 100 Men in One Day With Ana Foxxx

Van and Rachel discuss Daniel Penny and Luigi Mangione being celebrated as heroes (8:09), before reacting to the latest from the Jay-Z rape lawsuit (25:52). Then, Travis Hunter wins the Heisman, but it’s his fiancé that’s got the internet abuzz (50:15), Jason Whitlock rage baits (1:04:36), and the Hawk Tuah girl says she wouldn’t thank the interviewers of her viral video (1:11:41).

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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Hero Worship and Inconsistencies in the Jay-Z Lawsuit

Van and Rachel welcome actor Jaleel White to address backlash he received for comments on "hood" TV shows (12:10), where he ranks ‘Family Matters’ amongst Black sitcoms (22:22), stories of growing up and dating as a child star in ’90s L.A. (32:37), and the responsibility of parents to protect young actors from predators in the industry (1:22:07)

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guest: Jaleel White
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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‘Growing Up Urkel’ With Jaleel White

Van and Rachel kick off the last show of 2024 discussing the Matt Gaetz House Ethics report (5:19), reacting to ‘Into the Spider-Verse’ actor Shameik Moore’s questionable behavior with Spider-Man love interests (15:23), and Fat Joe’s comments on Foundational Black Americans (26:19). Then, a quick (and final) update on the Travis Hunter fiancé saga (41:18), Blake Lively’s legal action against Justin Baldoni (51:44), and NYPD corruption is brought to light (1:08:28). And finally, Van and Rachel reveal their Person of the Year (1:18:50).

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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Shameik Moore, Fat Joe, and Higher Learning’s Person of the Year

Van and Rachel are joined by Chris Draper of the Performing Animal Welfare Society to discuss providing sanctuary and care for former performance animals (0:00), before welcoming Dr. Lauren Howard to talk about her role as director of veterinary services for the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (23:34). Then, Animal Games makes it’s long anticipated return to the podcast (49:05).

Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay
Guests: Dr. Chris Draper and Dr. Lauren Howard
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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A Higher Learning Rewind: Animal Welfare and the Return of Animal Games

Van and Rachel discuss the Fox Sports lawsuit and social media’s reaction to the allegations (15:12), before breaking down Drake’s, ‘Fighting Irish’ freestyle in the context of his relationship with LeBron James (51:48). Plus, Notre Dame’s Black head coach Marcus Freeman speaks on how “color shouldn’t matter” (1:14:51).
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The Fox Sports Lawsuit, and Drake’s Break Up With LeBron

Van and Rachel react to the devastation from the Los Angeles wildfires (0:00) before being joined by activist William Gude to provide insight on the fallout and impact of the disaster (16:01). Then, Stephen 'tWitch’ Boss’s widow, Allison Holker, has received criticism for the promotion of her memoir (47:40), Rachel speaks on her divorce being finalized (1:05:31) and Presidents Obama and Trump share a moment at Jimmy Carter’s funeral (1:12:50).

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guest: William Gude
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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Processing the Los Angeles Wildfires With William Gude

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay is here. Twice a week the two will talk about Black culture, politics, sports, and more. 
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Introducing 'Higher Learning With Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay'

Van and Rachel address the death of George Floyd and what it means for society broadly (00:45). They also discuss the latest drama with Doja Cat and the struggle with self-acceptance (23:50), racism inside Bachelor Nation, and Joe Biden's 'Breakfast Club' gaffe (52:11). Finally, they take some heat to Azealia Banks.
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
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George Floyd, Doja Cat's Apology, and Joe Biden's Remarks

Van and Rachel break out a bottle of tequila and break down how and why Donald Trump won the presidency again (4:22), before discussing reactions to the results (25:23) and what it means to fight in the years ahead (43:19).

﻿Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
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Donald Trump’s Second Term and the Expectations of Change

Donald Trump’s Second Term and the Expectations of Change

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