Rachel, PLEASE STOP EATING ON THE AIR. I am begging you, please. I hate when I can’t listen. Please ♥️

Just commenting to say, as part of the summit. We must come together as a community to check in on Rachel through this difficult time….of her not having Black Wangus. Praying for her happiness.

Don’t listen if you’re actually wanting to learn about the political state of our country. Rachel is a democrat at all costs and fails to see why minorities would vote for Trump over Biden. The claim that Biden is the “lesser of 2 evils” is ignorant. Supporting Trump is “anti-Christ” according to Rachel lol. Please do your research on what each of these candidates support and stand for and decide for yourself who is more aligned with the teachings of Christ, or at least wants a better standard of living for Americans. Don’t let a rich, privileged celebrity tell you what is best for YOU politically.

This podcast is a must-listen. I’ve really enjoyed recent episodes when Van and Rachel have spoken up more about the atrocities happening in Gaza. It’s so important to pay attention to this issue, and it’s great to hear Van say that he’s been reading more into the history. They mentioned that they’re hoping to platform some Palestinian voices soon, and I’m really looking forward to hearing more. Thank you both!

Van ST🚫P The 🧢! Compete for what, for who. Drake is the biggest Rapper and has been for beaucoup summers. The only rapper to be signed by another rapper. Then eclipse that rapper label figurehead. One thing I”ll never do is. Tell another man how to feel. Jermaine didn’t feel the need for rap on rap crime. In HIP HOP we settle fake beefs. Build rather than destroy. J. Cole is on the path to becoming a great Jedi. This is Drake’s beef. Like That scathing bars were aimed particularly at Aubrey Graham. He has to defend his Rap Honor.

I found this podcast a year ago or so because of Rachel, who I still adore. But the thoughtful and heartfelt monologues from Van are what keep bringing me back. His latest conversation about mental health in response to the Bill Maher video was so open and so beautiful. For people with mental health issues, comments like those made by Maher can be extremely damaging. And for a man like Van to be so vulnerable in talking about his experience means so much. Fan of this podcast for life.

Van I going to need you to go Whoreible Decisions podcast please and let’s talk porn.

I really wish that Van would stop leaning on “Charlemagne’s my friend”. He knew what he was doing and if this was an apology, it should have saved the minutes he wasted to attempt a response to his disgusting behavior. Jess Hilaroius really needs to actually add some sort of substance to the show. She doesn’t appear to have an opinion on anything and contributes nothing! Complete trash!

I’ve loved this show for a long time but recently it’s become so political every. Single. Episode. I come to this podcast to get away from all of the political talk. They spend half the time talking politics each episode. Move on.

You always stand up for the dignity of Black people, and speak to the history of America and how we’ve been treated. Like you, my Dad always spoke to how Blacks were treated like animals. He grew up in rural Georgia and escaped to the north for employment and opportunity! Keep doing what you’re doing! ♾️👏🏾🙏🏾💪🏾♾️

I appreciate bringing light to so many issues and educating us all through it.

Van lathan are gay/black women biased pandering coons who don’t need a platform. Then he tries to blend cultures while going on math Hoffa and figgmunity but he acts completely different over there and he knows why. He calls out every black man (right or wrong )while giving every black woman an excuse (right or wrong) and doesn’t say nothing about bill Simmons etc he’s a coon acting like he trying to bring change which is more problematic.

I look forward to new episodes dropping every Tuesday and Friday - the conversations are so thought provoking! Keep doing your thing guys!

Absolutely love the show and the conversations. I do find it interesting that black men in hiphop had and have no problem violently disrespecting black women, especially dark skin black men. Where do these behaviors start!!!

Van is not alone. I have been feeling the same way and unable to articulate what it is starting with COVID. The church has fails us all. And has us afraid of each other. I’m taking baby steps to get my faith back and praying for the answers .🙏🏾

I’m so happy I found this podcast. Not sure why it took me so long since I’m a huge fan of them both. I love them together. I love their truthfulness. Some of the smartest conversations in the community. Keep it up!

Regurgitated, one-sided, brainwashed speech… no thank you 🤙🏿

I look forward to listening to Higher Learning every Monday and Friday. Rachel and Van feel like family. I don’t always agree with them or their guests. But I appreciate how they analyze the issues, educate me on new topics, and force me to challenge my perspective. I’m in awe of how they handle themselves and support each other in addressing hard personal times and difficult news stories. They are gracious & vulnerable enough to share parts of their lives with us. They don’t shy away from the tough topics. They get the best guests, and the episodes are well-produced. The podcast is the best combination of authenticity, intellectual engagement, and uplifting banter. Rachel, Van, and Donny’s consistency and familiarity has actually gotten me through some dark times. There have been days, even weeks, when a corny Van joke has been the only thing to make me smile. Rachel’s fortitude in facing vitriol and big life changes with grace has inspired me, especially as a young female attorney. I’ve been listening since the very beginning and continue to look forward to every episode! P.S. Please bring back mailbag more often! (And the song, unless Semisonic finally heard it and said something 😆)

Israel is a terrorist state and the hosts support them and the genocide of the Palestinians. They are on the side of the violent white colonizers while touting racial equity? May this show fail and these idiots never get a platform again.

It’s rough cos he thinks so much more of himself but he has a loooooong way to go. The way he talks about women is gross.

Trying out your podcast today after not hearing it for a while, I was reminded why I cannot listen again. You’re smart and articulate but still using those qualities to bash and humiliate people who are different from you in thought and deed - in other words, disrespectful and biased.

I enjoy listening to Rachel’s and Van’s perspective on Pop Culture and News!

Love Rachel and Van’s chemistry, especially when they have different opinions. Very funny.

Rach, I love ya, but girl you have to stop phoning it in. There is no credible professional excuse for you to not watch the interview with Oprah, Meghan and Harry before you did today’s podcast. It is not enough to say you are not into the royals because 17 million people watched and it’s central theme was race and finding your voice. I wonder how many people tuned in today to hear both of your reactions only to find you ill informed. Not the first time you have done this. If Higher Learning is to stay relevant you will need to come prepared. Amazing opportunity for you to use your voice to elevate convo, but you missed it.

I’ve been a fan of Rachel from the bachelor days and I am so happy she has introduced me to Van with this podcast. This is a GREAT podcast!!! Very informative, helpful, and funny at times.

This podcast came highly recommended, started at the most recent episode and tbh I was kinda turned off at “freeze your eggs” rant from Van. It came off insensitive and lacked nuance tbh. I appreciated Rachel’s perspective and it was clear she knew women like myself would feel a way about Van speaking from a place of privilege as a man. Overall love the dynamic and look forward to getting a better perspective from continuing to listen to past eps! Thank you!

I’ve enjoyed this smart and funny podcast for a long time, but am especially appreciative of both of your coverage of world events right now. Thank you for your nuance, integrity, and recognizing the humanity of all people in the content you’re putting out. I’m sure it hasn’t been easy in the current climate. Big props and much respect.

Thank you Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay for your work and authenticity. The gift of this team is that they both know how to expand the number of people who will engage in local and global politics. They make being informed about important issues look hip. One criticism though is that Van curses and uses the N-word too much.

As a white person I’m constantly surprised (which I shouldn’t be) by how much they cover on this show that I’m not otherwise exposed to. I love Van so much, he is hilarious and Rachel is also great. They are both so entertaining and I love getting the big news from them. I could do with less sports but that’s just me. It’s important work they are doing and I appreciate it greatly!

Love the show, prolly my top 3 fave podcast with amazing convos with or without special guests, but the editing is terrible! Too often, parts of the podcast are repeated and in the latest episode, it finishes mid sentence. Not sure if it’s an apple issue or what, but I’m not surprised when it happens anymore it’s so often. Hope this can be improved cause it’s my only criticism.

Love and appreciate your show! Great cohost connection & thought provoking shows! I look forward to each new release. Thank you for producing such a great show, one we need in today’s society! Keep up the awesome work! Only criticism…Van sometimes you back away from mic & hard to you. Rachel, paaleease stop eating in air! 😅🙏🏾

I love how much research goes into presenting all the topics. When I think I have an opinion on a subject, they provide a nuanced perspective that’s laid out in a way that’s always unexpected. The production is also amazing, Donny is the best!

Rachel and Van did a great job holding it together on that interview. Larry came to fight and not have discussion. He is not open to hearing anything outside his own beliefs. That is why he can never be president or hold ANY public office.

Sometimes my man Van goes on and on like a hyperactive 14 year old doing a bit that’s hot quite hittin’. I literally just fast forward, but honey, take it down a peg. You made your point, you don’t need to beat it to a pulp.

Thank you guys for always uplifting 💗

If you stand on the Word of God and believe the Bible as it is written, Van & Rachel will dismiss you as outdated and tell you that you have a problem. I can't listen to the show anymore because I believe the Bible. There's no higher learning greater than God.

I didn’t know Rachel or Van as personalities, and didn’t think that this would be my speed. I came for the insight on a hot topic and found myself listening to almost every episode. They’re funny, smart and keep each other honest. A great way to think thru some of what’s in the news and always enjoyable.

Love the show. gave it 5 stars. Just know if its a black woman, Rachel has her back. If its a black man, white woman or an apology of some sort, she is against them. Guys being petty towards women, big no from Rachel. Women being petty towards men? Big thumbs up from Rachel. Again love the show just so hilarious how much of a hypocrite Rachel is

A nice mix of thoughtful banter and comedic relief! Both Rachel and Van are incredibly smart and have amazing on-air chemistry!

Rachel and Van are two of the best podcast hosts out their! Also please have Meghan Thee Attorney back as often as possible, she’s great!

I like this show , it’s informative, interesting they do great interviews and is very important podcast to the black community , but the way Van treats Rachel is annoying. He’s seems to purposely try to undermine what Rachel is saying. He also make rude unnecessary comments to her and plays them off as “jokes”. I think van is very intelligent but he comes off as very misogynistic. If you are an ally to women that you claim to be do better and treat her with respect.

I love the show with Van & Rachel ! I fully enjoy every episode.

I want to like this show, but Van is so unserious. Why is he pretending to not understand the reality of how police and media will react next time a Black girl goes missing? People know what they SHOULD do. They’re talking about what they WILL do. Stop arguing things people aren’t saying just to be contrarian. Anyway, Rachel is great, so that’s who the stars are for.

Both informative and funny! A great podcast and must listen.

This used to be one of my favorite podcasts. I literally wanted an episode everyday. In the past year however, with all the guests, and unnecessary chatter, I just don’t enjoy it as much. I feel like a lot of the times, Rachel is very ill informed on many topics, and Van is just a big baby. A shame

My go-to for current affairs, pop culture, race awareness, and a good laugh. Two brilliant, straight-shooting activists who don’t shy away from tough conversations. Just wish Rachel got the last word more. Too many moments of Van minimizing Rachel’s perspective.

This podcast is quickly becoming my favorite. I found you guys after seeing the show listed as a nominee for an outstanding podcast award. The topics are great, the guest interviews are incredible, and the well thought out and researched issues makes this a must listen. I look forward to the episodes and want to say keep up the great work!!

As a white person, thank you so much for sharing your experience and thoughts. Definitely have learned a ton !

Just as biased as any other commentary program. They will often hold very strong opinions about a current event without having done any research. Rachel will even admit that she didn’t watch the footage or doesn’t know the whole story or didn’t listen to the XYZ, then she will express very strong feelings about said incident. I haven’t listened to all episodes and I fast forward through their intros, but I have found that they rarely do they explore any nuance. Maybe I’ve just missed the episodes or intros were they have more nuanced thinking but they usually speak in absolutes. I’m not trying to knock them, I hope they read this and try to take a different approach.

Love the show. You should have Geoffrey Hinton on to discuss A.I.