Lurie Breaks It Down
Lurie Breaks It Down is a thought-provoking podcast hosted by the insightful Lurie Daniel Favors. Each episode dives deep into compelling topics, from history and culture to politics and current events, with the goal of filling in the knowledge gaps listeners didn’t know they had. Lurie’s sharp analysis, engaging storytelling, and passion for truth make every conversation both enlightening and accessible. With a lineup of fascinating guests—from experts and activists to artists and thought leaders—Lurie Breaks It Down brings fresh perspectives and meaningful dialogue to help listeners connect the dots on complex issues. Whether you’re a curious learner or a seasoned thinker, this podcast offers something new to discover in every episode.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 23 minutes
- Episodes
- 163
- Years Active
- 2025
Got Kids? Declining Birth Rates Has Some Scared
Lurie breaks down the recent CDC report on the decline of birth rates in the U.S. and shares her experience as a mother of two.
00:26:33 |
Fri 25 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: The Importance Of Rest
In today's moment of gratitude, Lurie talks about the need to allow ourselves to rest.
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00:15:59 |
Fri 25 Jul 2025
Dear MAGA, Do We Owe You an Apology?
Lurie breaks down the controversy surrounding the Epstein files, their connection to powerful figures, and the political implications of attempts to suppress their release.
00:27:55 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Focusing & Seeing the Best Of Us
Start your morning with a expressing a moment of gratitude and shifting your focus and speaking positivity to yourself.
00:13:27 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Why White (And Black) Employees Should Study American Slavery
Lurie breaks down the dangerous labor law rollbacks under the Trump administration and their historical roots in American slavery
00:33:01 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: “There’s Always A Reason To Smile” - Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Lurie honors the life of Malcolm Jamal Warner, as he reminds us there's always a reason to smile, even when life is life-ing.
00:10:32 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
Consequences, Reparations, Price Hikes & More Consequences...
Lurie breaks down the implications of sitting out during elections.
00:27:42 |
Tue 22 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: 'Emotional Tax Of Being Good In A Selfish World'
In today's moment of gratitude, Lurie shares a powerful message for people in our communities with a soft heart, carrying the heaviest load for refusing to become what hurt them.
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00:13:49 |
Tue 22 Jul 2025
News Black America Can Use 7-21-25 Edition
Lurie breaks down concerning policy changes from the Trump administration that disproportionately impact black communities. The episode covers the USDA's elimination of support for black farmers, cut…
00:31:15 |
Mon 21 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: What Does A Better Version of Your Community Look Like?
As we continue our discussions on community building, Lurie shares prompts on what our vision for a better community looks like.
00:14:33 |
Mon 21 Jul 2025
Bosom Buddies: Epstein, Trump & the MAGA Meltdown
Lurie does a deep dive into the latest revelations from the Jeffrey Epstein files and breaks down their broader implications for gender equity, power dynamics, and social justice in America.
00:45:43 |
Fri 18 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Building Community Through Small Talk
Lurie breaks down how you can build relationships in your community with your neighbors through daily small talk conversations.
00:19:41 |
Fri 18 Jul 2025
Skinfolk v. Kinfolk: Mayors Edition
Lurie breaks down the work Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, & Birmingham Mayor Mayor Randall L. Woodfin are doing to invest in their communiti…
00:34:38 |
Thu 17 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Know Your Worth
In today's moment of gratitude, Lurie shares insight on knowing your worth & not letting anyone dim your light.
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00:16:30 |
Thu 17 Jul 2025
Lets Make it Sexy: Census, Redistricting & the Latest Racist Texas Power Grab
Lurie breaks down the importance of filling out the census and Texas governor, Greg Abbott's efforts to gerrymander districts in the state so Republicans can hold a majority in Congress.
00:34:38 |
Wed 16 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Community Building Through Love & Empathy
Join Lurie in taking a moment of gratitude as we continue a discussion on community building.
00:15:10 |
Wed 16 Jul 2025
The Racist And Anti-White Roots of Conservatism Part 2: Kerr County Flood Waters
Lurie breaks down the devastation from the Texas flooding that claimed over 100 lives and how elected officials within the county could have prevented such causalities had they not denied federal aid…
00:23:06 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Building Community
Start your morning with a moment of gratitude. Monday's Kwanzaa principle is Nia, which means we make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our peop…
00:12:34 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
The Racist And Anti-White Roots of Conservatism Part 1
Lurie does a deep dive into how Kerr County, Texas rejected federal flood warning system funding, under the Biden administration because of political ideology, leading to tragic consequences when dis…
00:23:55 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude:
Begin your week with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as we continue with words of wisdom from Daisaku Ikeda.
00:09:00 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
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