Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Episodes
Jay Pharoah on Celebrity Impressions, Comedy in 2020, and His Experience With Racial Profiling
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Van’s insensitive joke about Colombians from the last podcast (5:00), then Jay Pharoah joins the show to talk ...
Tom Cruise’s Tone Crossed a Line. Plus: Glynn Turman on Working With Chadwick Boseman.
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by legendary actor Glynn Turman to discuss his six-decade career and working with Chadwick Boseman on his las...
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on the COVID-19 Vaccines And What They Mean For the Pandemic
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Joe Biden officially getting enough electoral votes to win the 2020 presidential election (8:00), Ashanti and Ke...
Jimmy Kimmel on COVID-19, His Karl Malone Character, Kanye West, and Being America's Late-Night Dad
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel to discuss COVID-19, his history of comedic characters, Kanye West, the curre...
Tayshia Adams On Her Racial Identity And Her "Bachelorette" Experience
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss James Harden recently being picture at Lil Baby’s birthday party without a mask (10:00) then are joined by cur...
Life Lessons From Loni Love. Plus, What To Make of President Obama's Comments About Defund the Police.
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by comedian and author Loni Love to discuss her show 'The Real,' President Obama, interracial relationships, ...
Nate Robinson Gets Knocked Out. Plus, Kelly McCreary of 'Grey's Anatomy.'
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the boxing match between Jake Paul and Nate Robinson (1:00) and a recent viral video from True Kitchen and Kockt...
Parents Day
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by their parents for a special, parents day edition of 'Higher Learning.' Learn more about your ad choices. V...
COVID-19 Is Surging. Plus, a Special Thanksgiving Mailbag.
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the recent COVID-19 surges and Los Angeles’s new orders (7:00), Joe Biden’s reported interested in Rahm Eman...
Michael B. Jordan Is the Sexiest Man Alive and Michael Jordan Drafts LaMelo Ball
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Michael B. Jordan being the fifth Black man named People’s Sexiest Man Alive (6:00), the Verzuz battle between...
Slim Thug on the Recent Spate of Rappers Getting Shot
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Van’s first trip to the dentist since the early '90s (13:00). Then rapper Slim Thug joins the show to talk abo...
How to Manage Your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by Dr. Jess Clemons to discuss mental health in general, as well as how to handle it during the COVID-19 pand...
Joe Biden Is the President-Elect but the Work Is Just Getting Started
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss how they reacted to the presidential race being called for Joe Biden and what they would like to see come out of...
Taking Stock of the Presidential Race Three Days In
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss where the presidential race stands and how the voting has been split demographically (2:00). Then they discuss M...
It's Election Day. What's Next for America?
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss what we should do if President Trump is reelected (12:00), T.I.’s comments about how drinking tea will keep hi...
We're Four Days From the Election! Plus Jaime Harrison on the South Carolina Senate Race.
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by Jaime Harrison, who is running for South Carolina Senate against Lindsey Graham (5:00). They discuss the S...
Breaking Down the Tragic Situation in Nigeria, Plus Final Debate Reactions
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by Saratu Abiola, a writer based in Nigeria, to break down the #endSARS movement and what exactly is happenin...
Leave Ayesha Curry Alone, Plus Natalie Manuel Lee on Faith in the Time of COVID-19
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by Natalie Manuel Lee, host of 'Now With Natalie' on the Hillsong Channel, to discuss her faith and how polit...
Ice Cube’s Platinum Plan and Van’s First 'Bachelorette' Review
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Joe Biden and Donald Trump’s dueling town halls, Ice Cube reportedly contributing to Trump’s “Platinum Pla...
Shaq and Snoop Dogg Are First-Time Voters. Plus, Amy Coney Barrett's Hearings Are Starting.
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the nuances of Shaquille O’Neal and Snoop Dogg admitting that they are first-time voters in this election. The...
Why Won't President Trump Do a Virtual Debate? Plus: VP Debate Reactions and Mailbag Friday.
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Kamala Harris and Mike Pence facing off in the vice presidential debate, President Trump’s decision to not par...
Reacting to President Trump's COVID-19 Diagnosis
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss President Trump being diagnosed with COVID-19, the Jaime Harris–Lindsey Graham debate, Tyga’s recent OnlyFan...
Presidential Debate Reactions and Reparations in California???
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Tuesday’s presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, the news that Gavin Newsom is exploring repa...
Trump’s Tax Returns Have Been Released. Plus, Amy Schumer on Activism and the Term “Karen.”
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by comedian Amy Schumer to discuss the documentary 'My Octopus Teacher' as well as Amy’s perspective on soc...
Reacting to the Lack of Indictments in the Breonna Taylor Case
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the grand jury results in the Breonna Taylor case, and then civil rights and civil liberties attorney Novella Co...
RIP, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Plus a Historic Emmys for Black Culture
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the various wins and losses for Black culture at the Emmys, Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s tragic passing, and the rece...
Trump's Town Hall, Cardi B's Divorce, Maya Moore's Marriage, and 'My Octopus Teacher'
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss President Trump's bizarre town hall and interview, Cardi B and Offset filing for divorce, Maya Moore and Jonatha...
Two Deputies Shot in Compton, an Election Map Update, and Recapping an Amazing Verzuz Battle
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the abhorrent shooting of two sheriff’s deputies in Los Angeles, how the election map looks 50 days out, Kansa...
Killer Mike's Meeting With Brian Kemp and Skip Bayless's Inhumane Take on Dak Prescott
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Killer Mike’s choice to meet with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp despite Kemp’s efforts to suppress Black voter...
Adam22 on No Jumper, Podcasting, and the OBJ Rumors
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by Adam22 of No Jumper to discuss the rumors about Odell Beckham started on ‘Thots Next Door,’ a podcast ...
Stacey Abrams on Modern Voter Suppression and What Her Plan Would've Been As Georgia Governor
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by former House minority leader Stacey Abrams to discuss modern voter suppression tactics, the Trump administ...
RIP, Chadwick Boseman and John Thompson. Plus: Marlon Palmer on Adele's Viral Jamaican Moment.
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the tragic, surprising death of Chadwick Boseman (2:00). Then they bring on Marlon Palmer to provide a Jamaican ...
Reacting to the NBA Players’ Strike and the Shooting at a Wisconsin Protest
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the whirlwind of NBA events, including the players boycotting games (0:54), and the shooting that took place at ...
Jacob Blake Shot by Police in Wisconsin and Roger Goodell's Fake Apology to Kap
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Sunday’s video of Jacob Blake being shot in the back by a police officer in Wisconsin (0:25), Roger Goodell’...
Reactions to the DNC, Allegations Against Trey Songz, and the New Masai Ujiri Footage
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the speeches from Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and more from the DNC (4:30); recent allegations against Trey Song...
President Trump vs. the USPS, Kim K. on the Case, and a New Black President in Washington
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the Trump administration’s recent efforts to defund the USPS and hurt mail-in voting (6:10); Kim Kardashian We...
Kamala Harris Has Evolved As a Politician Into a Progressive VP Candidate, Plus Mailbag Friday
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay go in depth on Kamala Harris’s selection as Joe Biden’s vice presidential candidate and her history in politics (4:0...
The “WAP” Video, Dave Chappelle and Louis C.K. on Stage, and Biden’s Potential Running Mate
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s new music video “WAP” (6:17), Dave Chappelle’s recent decision to invi...
Joe Biden’s Latest Problematic Comments, Plus the First Mailbag Friday
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss 'The Oprah Conversation' and Ted Cruz’s comments about it (10:25) as well as Joe Biden’s comments comparing ...
Beyonce's 'Black Is King' and Tayshia Adams Is The Bachelorette
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay react to the rumors that Tayshia Adams is the new Bachelorette (0:30) and then discuss their thoughts on Beyonce’s vis...
John Lewis’s Funeral and How Bill Clinton Alienated Himself From the Culture
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Bill Clinton’s problematic comments at John Lewis’s funeral (10:41), the viral video featuring Stella Immanu...
Forget Chris Brown, Usher vs. Justin Timberlake Is the Verzuz Battle We Need
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton’s recent characterization of slavery as a “necessary evil” in American histor...
The Situation in Portland Is a Defining Moment in American History
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the sit-down between former vice president Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama (4:05), the Trump adminis...
RIP John Lewis and Breaking Down Kanye's Presidential Campaign With GLC | Higher Learning
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the life of John Lewis and why he’s such an important figure in the fight for social justice (2:58). Then they...
Reacting to the Washington Football Team Harassment Story and the Response to Nick Cannon
17 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Nick Cannon’s anti-Semitic comments and the reactions to them (1:20), the Washington Post story on the sexual ...
Jada Pinkett and Will Smith's Bizarre Red Table Talk
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dive into the Red Table Talk between Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith (9:48), Chance the Rapper’s tweets about Kanye ...
DeSean Jackson's Anti-Semitic Post and Kanye West Doubling Down
10 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss DeSean Jackson’s anti-Semitic Instagram post and the controversy surrounding Stephen Jackson defending DeSean ...
Is Van Jones Working With the White House? Plus Trump's Vile Retweet
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss President Trump retweeting a video that included a “white power” chant (4:58), the Daily Beast article revea...
The Latest in NASCAR's Noose Incident Shows We Have a Long Way to Go
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay address the recent New York Times piece about The Ringer (5:04), the latest on the incident involving the noose found in...
Trump's Rally Flop and a Noose in Bubba Wallace's Garage
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the surprising lack of attendance at President Trump’s rally in Tulsa (7:57), a noose being found in Bubba Wal...
Breaking Down Trump’s Executive Order and the J. Cole–Noname Rap Beef
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay break down President Trump’s executive order on police reform (6:49), Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben being removed from the...
Dave Chappelle’s ‘8:46’ Special and The Bachelor’s Black Lead
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss ‘The Bachelor’ finally naming a black, male lead and what the next steps need to be for the franchise (4:2...
What to Make of ‘On the Record,’ Trump Co-opting Juneteenth, and NASCAR Removing the Confederate Flag
12 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay have a discussion about the recently released documentary ‘On the Record’, the accusations of rape brought against R...
Analyzing Roger Goodell's Statement About Black Lives Matter
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect Roger Goodell’s statement about the Black Lives Matter movement and explain why it rings hollow until Colin Ka...
Drew Brees, Trump, and Obama: Discussing the Responses to the Protests
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss President Trump’s response to this week’s protests and the stark contrast to former president Obama’s rema...
The Importance of the Nationwide Protests Over George Floyd's Death
31 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the scope and importance of this weekend’s protests after the death of George Floyd while in police custody. ...
George Floyd, Doja Cat's Apology, and Joe Biden's Remarks
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Introducing 'Higher Learning With Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay'
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay is here. Twice a week the two will talk about Black culture, politics, sports, and more. Learn mor...