Tavis Smiley

Antitrust attorney Patrick Bradford talks about Friday’s deadline to register claims for a pending proposed NIL settlement valued at $2.8 billion for any Black Division 1 player, in any sport, as some colleges did not inform their players of the notice.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Politics and policy columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, Erika D. Smith, talks about the impact of the wildfires on Black residents and shares her take on how local officials are handling the rebuilding efforts and criticism.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Cornel West, a distinguished scholar and activist, teams up with Robert P. George, a Princeton professor and political philosopher. They dive into their new book, discussing the nature of truth and the importance of maternal love in shaping identity. Their conversation touches on 'fruitful disagreement,' advocating for collaborative truth-seeking over conflict. They also explore the interconnectedness of truth and love, calling for personal renewal in a world fraught with oppression. Engaging insights abound as they reflect on challenging societal narratives.

Filmmaker Johan Grimonprez on his Oscar-nominated documentary, Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat, which beautifully portrays the unusual collision of jazz legends like Louis Armstrong, the United Nations, the CIA, and the assassination of Patrice Lumumba.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In the context of MAGA’s Washington takeover, Dr. Janet Dewart Bell discusses the classic text written by her late husband, distinguished law professor Derrick Bell, Faces At The Bottom Of The Well: The Permanence of Racism.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Secretary-Treasurer of the American Federation of Teachers Fedrick C. Ingram talks about how we can achieve educational equity and justice in this American momentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Rich Logis, executive director of Leaving MAGA, shares his journey away from Trumpism and the coming world of hurt for MAGA members who don’t understand how capitalism works, otherwise known as the “bacon and eggs” dilemma.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Iconic soulful R&B group, The Stylistics, talks about their first new album in two decades titled "Falling In Love With My Girl" and the secret to their storied 57 year musical career.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Amateur historian Shara Moon on her debut historical fiction novel Let Us March On about the deeply moving story of Lizzie McDuffie, a highly influential maid and treasured friend to President Roosevelt who helped spearhead the Civil Rights Movement of her time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nikki Marín Baena, co-director of the immigration rights group Siembra NC, joins Tavis with a step-by-step guide on how to create an ICE Watch program for your neighborhood and keep your undocumented neighbors safe.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.