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
NYC Lessons for Black Voters
Lurie breaks down the discourse on the NYC Mayoral race and holding our elected officials accountable.
00:25:07 |
Fri 11 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: The Connection Between Self & Broader Society
With a heavy news cycle, start your weekend off with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors.
00:11:20 |
Fri 11 Jul 2025
We Don’t Need No Stinkin' Doctors! Oh…Wait…
Lurie breaks down how recent legislation from the GOP's "Big Beautiful Bill" will force millions to lose healthcare coverage while rural hospitals face closure, leaving communities in crisis.
00:31:34 |
Thu 10 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Importance of Viewing Things From A Long Range Perspective
Start your Thursday with a moment to be grateful for all that you have and take a moment of gratitude as Lurie breaks down Daisaku Ikeda's powerful words from 1991 and how it relates to us today.
00:07:22 |
Thu 10 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Tapping In To the Energy of Hope & Creativity
In today's moment of gratitude, as we continue to discuss the human revolution, Lurie reminds us of our power when we tap in to our Kuumba (Creativity).
00:10:23 |
Wed 09 Jul 2025
Tariff Stupidity; Flooding the Zone
Lurie breaks down Trump's new tariff policies, Trump's FEMA cuts, the latest on the devastation due to the flooding in Texas, and where Ted Cruz was vacationing while this was happening.
00:24:45 |
Tue 08 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: What Does Human Revolution Look Like?
Start your Tuesday with taking deep slow breaths of gratitude as Lurie shares wisdom from Dysakai Asadu.
00:11:55 |
Tue 08 Jul 2025
First Comes Warning, Then Floods & Sudden Destruction
Lurie breaks down how recent political decisions to cut weather services contributed to Texas flood casualties.
00:30:42 |
Mon 07 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: When You Don't Plant the Seed, You Don't Get the Growth
Take a moment of gratitude as we continue our conversation on overcoming hardships in challenging times.
00:11:55 |
Mon 07 Jul 2025
Dante King: Analyzing Today’s White Nationalism
Lurie and Dante King break down the history of America as our current rights are under attack by the current Trump administration.
00:34:21 |
Fri 04 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Overcoming Hardships During Challenging Times
On this 4th of July, Lurie shares positivity as we face challenging times during the current political climate.
00:12:42 |
Fri 04 Jul 2025
That One Time White Women Stood On Business & Changed Their Society
Lurie breaks down the history of Iceland in 1975 when women went on strike to fight for equality.
00:19:19 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: Power of How We Think
In today's moment of gratitude, Lurie shares personal experiences on shifting the power of how we think to create a better version of ourself.
00:11:43 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
Senator Lurky Murky
Lurie breaks down Senator Lisa Murkowski's deciding vote on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and its implications for healthcare access and immigration policy.
00:22:38 |
Wed 02 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: The Process of Human Revolution
Start your Wednesday morning in taking a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors and realizing the greatest form of revolution is human revolution.
00:10:50 |
Wed 02 Jul 2025
Black Students, School Choice & SCOTUS
Lurie breaks down the Supreme Court's recent ruling on religious opt-outs in schools & how it could unexpectedly benefit marginalized communities seeking educational equity.
00:20:44 |
Tue 01 Jul 2025
Moment of Gratitude: The Power of Revolution
Start your morning with a moment of gratitude with Lurie Daniel Favors as she discusses our power of revolution in these heavy, difficult times.
00:10:22 |
Tue 01 Jul 2025
Big Bad Bill is Back And Worse Than Ever
Lurie breaks down the call for action as she discusses what's in the Senate's revised bill that threatens healthcare access, climate initiatives, and social programs while providing permanent tax cut…
00:30:11 |
Mon 30 Jun 2025
Lessons In Black Electoral Engagement & Outcomes w/ Monifa Bandele
Lurie talks with Monifa Bandele, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at MomsRising about the New York Mayoral primary election & what's happening federally with healthcare cuts under Con…
00:41:19 |
Fri 27 Jun 2025
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