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Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Podcast Transcripts

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect the biggest topics in Black culture, politics, and sports. Two times per week, they will wade into the most important and timely conversations, frequently inviting guests on the podcast and occasionally debating each other.

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October 6, 2026

Van Lathan Jr. (0:05)

Okay, big news, Atlanta Thought Warriors, yeah! We have a very special announcement for you.

Rachel Lindsay (0:13)

Well, you already got half of it. It's Atlanta. We're coming to Atlanta. We're back. We're back live. We're back on stage in person. The show's going to be next month, so you guys have to come out and join us.

Van Lathan Jr. (0:24)

We will be at the Variety Playhouse November 2nd. You can expect lively pre-election coverage, our usual antics and perhaps maybe a special guest. We don't know yet.

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