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Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro

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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

society & culture

All Episodes

27:00

What is next for the Straight Shot No Chaser podcast

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/08/23

As we wrap up another successful season of straight shot no chaser, tap in to see what is next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

23:02

HOW TO: Start your own Black History Program

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/08/15

Kristi Williams, Founder of the award-winning Black History Saturdays, explains how you can start your own local Black History SaturdayprogramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

48:48

HOW TO: Prepare for Law School part 2

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/08/12

Law school is a marathon; tap in to learn how to build the necessarymuscle before the journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

50:33

HOW TO: Prepare for Law School part 1

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/08/09

Law school is a marathon; tap in to learn how to build the necessarymuscle before the journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

23:04

HOW TO: Survive Through the Upcoming Storm Pt. 2

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/08/02

The levees about to break! Check out how to survive in the storm!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

30:46

HOW TO: Survive Through the Upcoming Storm Pt. 1

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/08/02

The levees about to break! Check out how to survive in the storm!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

51:39

How To Survive Your First Year Teaching K-12 Part 2

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/24

Join 26 year K-12 veteran teacher Ms. Iyshaa Roberson break down a few tips that evey K-12 first year teachers should know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

44:45

How To Survive Your First Year Teaching K-12 Part 1

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/22

Join 26 year K-12 veteran teacher Ms. Iyshaa Roberson break down a few tips that evey K-12 first year teachers should know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

35:36

Supreme Court Lets Trump Fire Hundreds Of Education...

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/17

An ideologically dividedSupreme Courton July 14 allowed the Trump administration to fire hundreds of workers from the Education Department and continue other efforts to dismantle the agency. The court's three liberal justices opposed the order, the latest win for PresidentDonald Trumpat the high court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

136:08

Should Black People Learn a Trade or Earn a College...

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/15

Dr Steve Perry joins Tezlyn Figaro to discussthe ongoing debate about if Black people specificallyBlack men should earn a collegedegree, learn a trade or do both.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

37:31

Texas Flood Rising 100 + Death Toll + More

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/10

The search for scores of people still missingafter flash floods devastated Central Texasstretched into a fifth day Tuesday as the death toll continued to rise. At least110 people are confirmed dead and more than 160 people remain unaccounted for, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said during a news conference Tuesday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

35:51

Medicaid Cuts! What Do We Do Next?

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/09

Approximately16 million peoplecould end up uninsured due to the passing of the big beautiful bill. What should we do next?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

39:38

Elon Musk Starts A New Political Party

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/08

Elon Musk says he has formed a new U.S. political party, the ‘America Party’ and why we must focus on State and Local Government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

35:18

Southwest Airlines Is Getting Too Uppity

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/03

What is going on with the new Southwest airline rates? We also discuss the value of Spirit and how they also switched up the game. If you're a frequent flyer, you'll appreciate this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

43:50

Rep Jasmine Crockett Tells Democrats To ‘Get Somebody...

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/07/02

After raising $ 4 million and crisscrossing the country for the Democratic Party, Congressional Democrats refused to support Rep. Jasmine Crockett in her leadership endeavors. Tap in with Tezlyn Figaro as she breaks down all the reasons why and how this is an opportunity to change the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

32:16

The Bernie Sanders Black Operative Campaign...

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/06/30

Former national Bernie Sanders Political Director Michele Watley and Former National Racial Justice Director Tezlyn Figaro discuss the behind-the-scenes challenges while organizing for Bernie Sanders as Black operatives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

31:10

The Bernie Sanders Black Operative Campaign...

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/06/29

Former national Bernie Sanders Political Director Michele Watley and Former National Racial Justice Director Tezlyn Figaro discuss the behind-the-scenes challenges while organizing for Bernie Sanders as Black operatives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

42:12

The Power of Obedience

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/06/28

Listen to this inspirational message about how to walk obediently in your divine purpose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

52:32

Stand On Business

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/06/26

Check out this lively debate on how in politics it is important to understand that everything we say can and will be used against us and how to choose your words wisely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

30:04

The Movie STRAW: The NINE Public Policies You Should...

Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro ·

2025/06/21

The movie Straw by Tyler Perry has sparked community conversations around single Black women's Motherhood. Tezlyn Figaro moves the conversation in a different direction by discussing the nine public policies and laws you should be aware of that could change Taraji P. Henson's character in real life. If you empathize with the character, Tezlyn is empowering you to turn your emotions into action. There is no need to feel hopeless when you have the power to help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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