Bankole's Nation

Bankole's Nation

Bankole Thompson

Episodes 41
Avg. Duration 43m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (3)
Since Oct 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
46%
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About This Podcast

*Bankole's Nation:* From Detroit, nationally acclaimed journalist Bankole Thompson shares his insights on the political and cultural issues shaping our country. Featuring special interviews, analysis, and commentaries, *Bankole's Nation* delivers a bold and thought-provoking perspective on the news.

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Recent Episodes

Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 17: Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Son Jonathan Jackson Speaks Out on Father’s Wish, DEI, Midterms and American Democracy

Mar 25, 2026 48m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalistBankole Thompson interviews Chicago Congressman Jonathan Jackson, one of the sons of the late Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., the renowned civil rights leader…

Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 16: Detroit Council President Tate on 2026 Legislative Agenda

Jan 27, 2026 1h 2m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson interviews James Tate, the new president of the Detroit City Council, about the legislative agenda for 2026 and key issues he plans to…

S2E15 Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 13: Detroit Councilwoman Waters Lays Out Agenda for 2026

Jan 08, 2026 57m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson talks with Mary Waters, one of the most outspoken members of the Detroit City Council, about the agenda for the legislative body in 2026 and…

S2E3 Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 12: Who Will Detroit Mayor-elect Sheffield Hire to Lead Jobs and Economy?

Dec 17, 2025 30m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson discusses the road ahead for Detroit's incoming mayor, Mary Sheffield, who is set to take office in January 2026. Sheffield faces a series…

S2E13 Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 11: Why Detroit Mayoral Candidate Kinloch Should Close at Oct. 15 Mayoral Debate with Mary Sheffield

Oct 15, 2025 43m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson discusses the October 15 debate between Detroit mayoral candidates Solomon Kinloch Jr., the senior pastor of Triumph Church, and Mary…

Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 10: What’s in Michigan’s $81Billion Budget for Detroit? State Senator Stephanie Chang Explains

Oct 07, 2025 38m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompsoninterviews Democratic State Sen. Stephanie Chang about the $81 billion spending plan that Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed into law,…

Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 9: Top Strategist Lindsey McAdory, Campaign Manager for Detroit Mayoral Candidate Kinloch Discusses Road to Victory

Sep 22, 2025 47m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompsoninterviews Lindsey McAdory, the campaign manager for Rev.Solomon Kinloch Jr.’s bid to become the next mayor of Detroit.  McAdory, a national…

S2E10 Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 8: Robin Kinloch, Wife of Detroit Mayoral Candidate Solomon Kinloch Speaks Out

Sep 18, 2025 45m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist BankoleThompson interviews Robin Kinloch, the first lady of Triumph Church, about her husband, Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr.’s campaign to become the next mayor…

S9E9 Bankole's Nation: S2 Ep 7: Detroit Media Attempts to Handicap Mayoral Candidate Solomon Kinloch in General Election

Sep 12, 2025 38m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson provides an analysis of what seems to be a calculated effort by the media to undermine the mayoral campaign of Solomon Kinloch, the senior…

S2E8 Bankole’s Nation: S2 Ep 6: Sheffield Vs. Kinloch: What is Missing in Detroit Mayor’s Race

Sep 04, 2025 48m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson offers an analysis of what is missing in the Detroit mayor’s race between Mary Sheffield, the president of the Detroit City Council, and…

S2E7 Bankole’s Nation: S2 Ep 5: Detroit Clergy Group Mayoral Endorsement of Sheffield is Much Ado About Nothing

Aug 28, 2025 40m

This week on Bankole’s Nation, journalist Bankole Thompson offers an analysis of the Detroit Council of Baptist Pastors & Vicinity’s endorsement of Mary Sheffield for mayor ofDetroit, over…

S2E6 Bankole’s Nation Extra Ep 2: Despite Mayor Duggan Backing Sheffield, Top Political Strategist Sam Riddle Says There’s Clear Path to Victory for Kinloch to Become Detroit’s Next Mayor

Aug 25, 2025 37m

This week on Bankole’s Nation Extra, journalist BankoleThompson speaks with veteran campaign strategist Sam Riddle, widely regarded as the dean of political consulting in Detroit, about Detroit Mayor…

S2E5 Bankole’s Nation Season 2, Episode 5: Detroit City Councilwoman At-Large Mary Waters Speaks Out on the Next Mayor, Legislative Priorities

Aug 21, 2025 56m

This week on the show, journalist Bankole Thompson interviews Detroit City Councilmember At-Large Mary Waters, the top vote-getter in the recent primary, to discuss a wide range of issues affecting…

S2E4 Bankole’s Nation Extra Ep 1: In Detroit Mayor’s Race, Sheffield is Establishment Candidate, Racks up Donations from Business Titans

Aug 18, 2025 31m

This week on Bankole’s Nation Extra, journalist Bankole Thompson offers an in-depth commentary and analysis about who the establishment is supporting in the ongoing Detroit mayor’s race between Mary…

S2E3 Bankole’s Nation Season 2, Episode 3: Dr. Nefertari Nkenge, Daughter of Late Firebrand Detroit Councilwoman JoAnn Watson, Wants Detroit Mayor’s Race to Confront Pain of Inequality

Aug 14, 2025 48m

This week on the show, journalist Bankole Thompson sits down with Detroiter Dr. Nefertari Nkenge, a veteran public school educator, activist, and daughter of the late Detroit City Councilwoman JoAnn…

S2E2 Bankole’s Nation Season 2, Episode 2: High Stakes in 2025 Detroit Mayor’s Race: Mary Sheffield vs. Solomon Kinloch

Aug 07, 2025 33m

This week on the show, journalist Bankole Thompson sits down with veteran campaign strategist Sam Riddle—widelyregarded as the dean of political consulting in Detroit—to discuss the high-stakes…

S2E1 Bankole’s Nation Season 2, Episode 1: Why the Media, Establishment is Running Against Detroit Mayoral Candidate Rev. Solomon Kinloch

Jul 31, 2025 42m

In this week’s episode, journalist Bankole Thompson, an authority on the media and a prominent voice of conscience and courage, breaks down the media and establishment campaign against Rev. Solomon…

Bankole’s Nation Episode 24: Veteran Campaign Strategist Sam Riddle Speaks Out About Detroit Mayor’s Race and What is at Stake

May 15, 2025 26m

In this week’s episode, journalist Bankole Thompson speaks with Sam Riddle, a veteran of local and national campaigns, about the current race for the mayorship of Detroit.Riddle offers his candid…

S1E23 Bankole’s Nation Episode 23: Benton Harbor Advocate Elnora Gavin on How City is Responding to Donald Trump Presidency

May 08, 2025 51m

In this week’s episode, journalist Bankole Thompson talks to Elnora Gavin, a member of the Benton Harbor Area Board of Education and a racial and economic justice advocate, about how one of the…

Bankole's Nation Episode 22: Meet Jerry Norcia, Top Business Leader Influenced by Pope Francis’ Teachings

May 01, 2025 29m

In this week’s episode, journalist Bankole Thompson talks to Jerry Norcia, the Chairman and CEO of DTE Energy in Detroit, a Fortune 500 company, about the transcending and inclusive legacy and impact…

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