On the Record with Ebony McMorris

On the Record with Ebony McMorris is the essential podcast dedicated to sharing stories that matter most to Black America. Take a dive deep into current events, news, policy, education, economics, history, and culture with AURN White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris, who lives up to her mantra: “When I Go In, We Go In.”

On the Record features expert interviews, insight, and deep dives into issues to keep you informed and engaged. Ebony McMorris breaks down the headlines and brings you exclusive interviews with influential figures, keeping you informed on the critical issues shaping our community.

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37 | Dr. Nii-Quartelai on: Kamala, the Motherla...
Dr. Nii-Quartelai discusses his new book, "Kamala, the Motherland and Me," the current political landscape and the importance of the Black press.
8 min
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38 | Dr. Nola Haynes on: The Current Political ...
Dr. Eboni 'Nola' Haynes breaks down foreign policy and why it matters to life at home. She also stresses the importance of Black diasporic unity and the need for fighters on the frontlines.
8 min
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36 | Cyris Joseph Jones on: New Book and Inspir...
Author Cyris Joseph Jones shares the inspiration behind his new book, "Thank God For What You Have; Trust God For What You Need," how his parents inspired the project and being mentored by Les Brown.
5 min
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35 | Cliff Albright on: The Attack Against the ...
The co-founder of Black Voters Matter addresses the current efforts by the Supreme Court to dismantle the voting rights act, and the best ways for Black America to fight back.
9 min
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34 | Caleen Allen on: Sisters Network, Inc and ...
Caleen Allen speaks on the disparities in health care for Black women and how her organization, Sisters Network, Inc. is placing a priority on the health of Black women, stressing the importance of early diagnoses in cases of breast cancer, as well as preventive measures.
7 min
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33 | Bishop Talbert Swan on: White Nationalism,...
Senior Pastor of Spring of Hope Church, Bishop Talbert Swan addresses current events within the political sphere and the double standard of white nationalism, calling for fearless and courageous leadership within the Black community
8 min
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32 | Antoine Thompson on: Racial Disparities in...
Antoine Thompson, CEO/Executive Director, Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition unravels the unknown disparities that exisit within environmental laws and how Black and brown communities are disproportionately affected.
8 min
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31 | Angela Rye on: The Current Political Lands...
Angela Rye shares her thoughts on America's current political landscape and practical tools necessary for change, particularly as it relates to Black America.
6 min
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#WhiteHouseWednesdays: Ebony McMorris' Viral Ex...
Ebony McMorris talks with Sunni about her viral exchange when President Donald Trump called her "obnoxious."
5 min
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30 | Martha’s Vineyard, Legacy & Land: Inside t...
JaNay Nazaire of BLK GRVTY and AURN White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris discuss revealing topics.
18 min
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29 | Rev. Sharpton on the Federalization of DC ...
President & Founder of the National Action Network Rev. Al Sharpton talks President Trump's takeover of Washington, D.C., the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and the upcoming March on Wall Street.
15 min
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28 | Part 2: Inside the Hubs — How Ed Farm is M...
4 min
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27 | Part 1: A Crisis in the Black Belt
Ebony McMorris shines a spotlight on the educational and socio-economic challenges plaguing the Black Belt region of Alabama, and how one organization, Ed Farm, is changing the narrative and making a difference.
5 min
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26 | Congressman Shomari Figures on Trump's Big...
10 min
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25 | Dr. Carr on: The Graduating Class of 2025,...
Dr. Greg Carr, Associate Professor of Africana Studies & Chair of the Department of Afro-American Studies at Howard University, shares his thoughts.
34 min
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#WhiteHouseWednesdays: ICE Raids, Deportations ...
5 min
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#WhiteHouseWednesdays - The Trump Administratio...
5 min
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#WhiteHouseWednesdays - The End of an Era: Stud...
5 min
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24 | Alphonso David on the Elimination of DEI, ...
Alphonso David, President & CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum talks Trump tariffs, the elimination of DEI and the socio-economic future of Black America.
22 min
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23 | Power, Policy and the Price of Progress fo...
Ebony McMorris sits down with President of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies Dedrick Asante-Muhammad for a conversation about power, policy and the price of progress for Black America under the Trump administration.
25 min
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22 | Trump's Executive Orders on the Environmen...
Smart Surface's Rev. Jon Robinson and AURN's Ebony McMorris discuss the impact of President Trump's executive orders on the environment, particularly as it relates to marginalized communities across the country.
22 min
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21 | Rev. Sharpton on Trump's Executive Orders,...
Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder of the National Action Network, speaks with AURN White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris about President Trump's executive orders, Elon Musk's DODGE, the SAVE Act, Mayor Eric Adams, Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Half Time show and Black History Month.
18 min
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20 | The Life and Legacy of Alvin Ailey
Ailey II Artistic Director Emerita, Sylvia Waters, talks working with Alvin Ailey and directing the Portrait of Ailey documentary series on PBS Learning.
21 min
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19 | Trump's White House and the Future of Blac...
Congressman Al Green (D-TX 9th District) speaks on the impact of a Donald Trump presidency, DEI, immigration, the federal spending freeze, as well as being heckled on the Floor.
23 min
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18 | Trump's Executive Orders on Immigration an...
Husein Yatabarry, Executive Director of the Muslim Community Network talks President Trump's executive orders and how they are affecting immigrant and Muslim communities across the nation.
20 min