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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Mar 7, 2025 • 37min
Rachel Shabi joins Tavis Smiley
Arab Jewish journalist Rachel Shabi talks about her new book, "Off-White: The Truth About Antisemitism," Trump administration's plans for Gaza and why antisemitism shouldn't be discussed behind closed doors. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 7, 2025 • 18min
John Nichols joins Tavis Smiley
John Nichols joins Tavis SmileyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 7, 2025 • 23min
Shermichael Singleton joins Tavis Smiley
Conservative political strategist and Sirius XM host Shermichael Singleton shares his thoughts about the Trump administration's plan for immigration, tariffs, jobs, and other trending political stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 15min
Rep. Al Green joins Tavis Smiley
Congressman Al Green joins Tavis to recount his protest during President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress, which resulted in Green being escorted off the floor.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 14min
Bishop William Barber II joins Tavis Smiley
Bishop William Barber II returns to expand upon the alternative address he delivered last night and how it was received.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 8min
Rep. Steve Cohen joins Tavis Smiley
Progressive Memphis Congressman Steve Cohen shares his take about Trump's congressional address and why he decided to boycott the speech.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 37min
Ilan Wurman joins Tavis Smiley
University of Minnesota law professor Ilan Wurman shares why he thinks President Donald "Trump may have a case on birthright citizenship,” the title of his provocative editorial in the New York Times, for one of the most consequential Constitutional challenges in decades.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 43min
Cornel West joins Tavis Smiley
Renowned scholar and co-host of "Truth Time," Dr. Cornel West, shares his thoughts about Donald Trump's speech to Congress and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 37min
Brian Moreland and Kandi Burruss joins Tavis Smiley
Broadway producers Brian Moreland and Kandi Burruss (Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur) talk about their new production “Othello,” starring Denzel Washington, and give us a preview of the return of “The Wiz” starring Wayne Brady.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 6, 2025 • 17min
Marcus Anthony Hunter joins Tavis Smiley
Professor of African American Studies at UCLA and writer Marcus Anthony Hunter gives his analysis about last week's economic blackout and what's next for DEI. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
