The CJ Pearson Show cuts through the noise with unapologetic truth from one of the boldest young voices in American politics. Every episode dives into the stories shaping our culture, challenges the narratives pushed by the media and the Left, and spotlights the rising generation that refuses to be silenced. From politics to pop culture to the culture war online, CJ brings raw honesty, sharp insight, and a level of energy you won’t find anywhere else. If you’re tired of groupthink and ready for a show that speaks for — and to — the future of America, you’re in the right place.
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CJ Pearson reacts to the Vanity Fair article about his Valentine's Day Eve event, MAGA Is in the Air, featuring a performance by Waka Flocka Flame. CJ explains why the Cruel Kids movement of young conservatives is here to last.
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12 Feb 2026
Are We Living in a Clown World of Justice?
On this episode of The CJ Pearson Show: CJ reacts to a viral courtroom clip that raises tough questions about race and sentencing in America. The case, involving a liberal judge who showed leniency toward a black defendant, has sparked numerous debates about accountability and fairness in legal proceedings. Is identity politics creeping into the justice system?
Plus, a shocking case out of Maryland where convicted squatter Tamieka Goode returns to a $2.3 million mansion just days after sentencing — exposing major loopholes in so-called “squatters’ rights.”
And controversial comments from Democratic lawmaker Gene Wu spark a broader debate about race, power, and political division in 2026.
Are we still a nation of equal laws, or are we drifting away from common sense?
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6 Feb 2026
Billie Eilish's Mansion: Hypocrisy on Stolen Land
In this episode of the CJ Pearson Show: Once again, CJ breaks down the growing disconnect between celebrity activism and real-world accountability. From the backlash over Billie Eilish’s comments about living on “stolen land” to Shaboozey’s controversial “immigrants built this country” Grammy speech, this episode cuts through the noise to examine performative activism and its real consequences.
Plus, CJ unpacks Nicki Minaj’s viral social media post backing voter ID laws and explains what the SAVE Act actually does—and why it focuses on preventing non-citizens from voting.
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29 Jan 2026
MAGA - Stop Playing Defense!
In this episode of the CJ Pearson Show: CJ dives headfirst into the contentious debate surrounding illegal immigration and the implications of recent law enforcement actions in Minneapolis. He takes a closer look at the various arrests involving crimes committed by illegal aliens, while breaking down key statistics reported by the Department of Homeland Security. This leaves CJ with one question: why are we not addressing this issue more forcefully?
Also: Leigh McGowen wants liberals to bring back cancel culture and SHUN MAGA.
And, DaBaby’s team pulls out of Cruel Kids Table’s MAGA-themed Valentine’s Day event.
If you're looking for a thought-provoking discussion on immigration, public safety, and the current political climate, this episode is a must-listen.
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22 Jan 2026
Poetic Justice for Don Lemon?
In this episode of The CJ Pearson Show: Don Lemon embeds himself with left-wing protesters who disrupted a church service in Minnesota. CJ explores the implications of these protests, the involvement of media figures like Don Lemon, and the potential legal repercussions they may face.
Also: Don Lemon vs. Nicki Minaj, Michelle Obama just won't go away, and the niece of Black Panther Party founder Huey P. Newton reacts to anti-ICE protests in Minnesota.
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15 Jan 2026
What Is a Woman?
CJ Pearson returns with a fresh perspective on current events, highlighting the absurdities of the Supreme Court's inability to define gender, Hollywood's performative activism with respect to ICE, and the realities of voter registration irregularities in his home state of Georgia.
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23 Dec 2025
Weaponized Justice: Analyzing Political Prosecutions with Meghan Blanco
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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18 Dec 2025
She Helped Trump Capture The Black Vote
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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11 Dec 2025
Is Josh Williams the Next Byron Donalds?
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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4 Dec 2025
Are Quarter Zips…Racist?
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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26 Nov 2025
I'm Thankful for Donald Trump
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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20 Nov 2025
Nicki Minaj Goes MAGA?
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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13 Nov 2025
The Cult of Self-Hatred: White Liberals Exposed
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 such as education and crime.
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6 Nov 2025
RIP NYC
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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23 Oct 2025
Democrats Have A Racism Problem
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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16 Oct 2025
Woke In The Streets, White in The Sheets
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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9 Oct 2025
Black Americans Are Done Paying The Price for Illegals
CJ Pearson is joined by Conservative Commentator Rob Smith and former Biden White House staffer Yemisi Egbewole to discuss the role of ICE, the implications of illegal immigration, and the often-overlooked opinions of Black Americans on these topics.
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2 Oct 2025
Kamala Harris Blames Everyone But the Black Voters Who Rejected Her
The liberal media has spent decades pretending that Black conservatives don’t exist. Episode 1 of Family Matters puts that lie to bed—loudly, proudly, and without apology.
In this debut episode, joined by Audrey McNeal, Michaelah Montgomery, and Yemisi Egbowele, host CJ Pearson takes the mic to set the record straight. Why did so many Black voters walk away from Kamala Harris and the Democrat Party in 2024? What conversations were really happening in Black barbershops, churches, and communities across America that the mainstream refused to acknowledge? And what does it mean for the future of politics and culture in this country?
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29 Sept 2025
Welcome to the family!
Family Matters isn’t your typical political podcast. Hosted by CJ Pearson, it’s where culture and politics collide — raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically conservative.
Every week, CJ sits down with a rotating panel of Black conservative voices — the very voices the Left works overtime to silence — to obliterate the lies of the Woke Left and take on the hottest issues in politics and culture.
No safe spaces. No watered down takes. Welcome to the Family.
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