This week on Family Matters, CJ Pearson welcomes criminal defense attorney Meghan Blanco. Meghan currently represents rapper Lil Boosie, who is awaiting sentencing on federal gun charges. Meghan discusses the challenges of navigating the justice system and the implications of political motivations in prosecutions.

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In this episode of Family Matters, CJ Pearson welcomes long-time friend Janiyah Thomas, who shares her journey from growing up in the Carolinas to becoming the Black Media Director for the President Trump's 2024 Campaign.

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In this episode of Family Matters, CJ Pearson sits down with State Representative Josh Williams, who is running for Congress in Ohio. Josh shares his inspiring journey from homelessness to becoming a practicing attorney and a prominent political figure. He discusses the challenges he faced, including overcoming a severe injury, and how his faith and determination shaped his path.

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CJ Pearson is joined this week by Austin Broughton to discuss political affiliation, the role of the family unit, and the need for free thinking in shaping a better future for the Black community.

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In this episode of Family Matters, CJ Pearson shares why he, like many Americans, is thankful for Donald Trump, not just as a political figure, but as a symbol of hope, resilience, and patriotism.

Plus: a message from the great Rush Limbaugh about the true meaning of Thanksgiving.

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In this episode of Family Matters, CJ Pearson is joined by friend of the show Yemisi Egbewole to talk about the unexpected pairing of Nicki Minaj and Trump's UN Ambassador Mike Waltz and the role of new media in shaping narratives.

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In this episode of Family Matters, CJ Pearson critiques the performative nature of modern activism, especially among white liberals, and how it often overshadows real issues affecting the Black community.

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CJ Pearson is joined this week by former Senior Biden WH Official Rodericka Applewhaite to discuss Tuesday night's election results, the implications of Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York City, the challenges both parties face in their messaging on affordability, the impact of identity politics, and the growing divide within the Democratic Party.

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CJ Pearson is joined this week by Delano Squires and Michaelah Montgomery to confront the ongoing issue of racism within the Democratic Party, exploring its historical roots and its impact on the black community today. Plus, they discuss the media's portrayal of conservatives, the conflation of LGBTQIA rights with civil rights, and the black family structure.

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CJ Pearson is joined this week by Austin Broughton and Michaelah Montgomery, who delve into the contradictions of public figures who voice disdain for certain racial groups while engaging intimately with them in their personal lives. 

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