Tavis Smiley
KBLA Talk 1580
"Tavis Smiley" is the flagship program for KBLA, America's newest progressive radio network and LA's first Black-owned talk station. Broadcast live across southern California on 1580AM and around the world on KBLA1580.com and TuneIn, this podcast presents the best of Tavis Smiley's conversations with activists, influencers, thought leaders, and cultural vanguards.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 30min
George Fatheree III with Tavis Smiley
Noted attorney and social impact entrepreneur, George Fatheree III, who represented the family in the historic Bruce's Beach case, talks about the work of the Black Land Loss Narrative Archive Project and how Black families can protect themselves from land dispossession.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Apr 1, 2025 • 39min
Kevin Shird joins Tavis Smiley to talk about ""A Life For A Life"
Four-time published author, mental health advocate, and activist Kevin Shird joins Tavis in studio to discuss his newest book "A Life For A Life: Poor Choices and Unresolved Trauma is Killing America," and why it's time to reimagine mental health and trauma care. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Apr 1, 2025 • 17min
Lynn Sweet joins Tavis Smiley
Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet talks about the progressive push against longtime Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, the turbulent term of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and trending political stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Apr 1, 2025 • 23min
New York City Mayor Eric Adams
New York City Mayor Eric Adams joins Tavis to talk about how he's lowering the cost of living in America's biggest city - and what he wants to accomplish in his second term, if he's re-elected.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 28, 2025 • 37min
Tim Golden joins Tavis Smiley
Professor, philosopher, and legal analyst Tim Golden shares his insight about this moment in American history and how we all can keep our faith and sanity in the midst of uncertainty.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 28, 2025 • 34min
Aloe Blacc joins Tavis Smiley
Grammy nominated R&B and soul vocalist and activist Aloe Blacc joins Tavis in studio to talk about his new album “Stand Together,” and how he uses his artistry to inspire collaboration and positive change. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 28, 2025 • 38min
Connie Rice joins Tavis Smiley
Noted civil rights attorney and politico Connie Rice gives her analysis about Signalgate, Trump’s continued attacks on the judiciary, and trending political news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 27, 2025 • 35min
Jacob Silverman Joins Tavis Smiley
Journalist and author of "Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud," Jacob Silverman sounds the alarm on the crypto scams peddled by politicians around the world and the impact that tech politics have on American democracy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 27, 2025 • 17min
Waymond Jackson chats with Tavis Smiley about the Digital Age
President of Ed Farm Waymond Jackson shares his analysis about the digital age, closing the digital divide for under-resourced students, and the future of tech education.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 27, 2025 • 22min
Martha S. Jones Joins Tavis Smiley
Johns Hopkins University historian Martha S. Jones talks about her latest and very personal text “The Trouble of Color: An American Family Memoir," and how she confronted the limits of the historian's craft.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
