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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Dec 31, 2024 • 40min
D-Nice joins Tavis Smiley
Legendary DJ and record producer D-Nice joins special guest hosts Chris and Vanessa Spencer to discuss his storied music career and his upcoming New Year’s Eve concert special.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 31, 2024 • 41min
Year In Review: Black Hollywood Edition
Special guest hosts, Chris and Vanessa Spencer, review the biggest moments for Black Hollywood in 2024 and what we might expect in 2025.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 31, 2024 • 19min
Dr. Robert Drummond joins Tavis Smiley
Physician scientist Dr. Robert Drummond talks about the Bird Flu and how to stay safe and healthy in spite of this mutating virus.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 31, 2024 • 23min
Tribute to President Jimmy Carter
To honor the life and legacy of Jimmy Carter, we reprise a conversation Tavis had with President Carter in 2010 as they discussed what the former president regarded as the three greatest achievements of his administration.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 20, 2024 • 39min
Tavis Smiley End Of Year Roundtable Cornel West Nina Turner Jesse Jackson Jr Nii-Quartelai Quartey
Tavis Smiley End Of Year Roundtable Cornel West Nina Turner Jesse Jackson Jr Nii-Quartelai QuarteyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 20, 2024 • 37min
Dr. Maulana Karenga joins Tavis Smiley
The founder of Kwanzaa and chair of the Department of Africana Studies at California State University Long Beach, Dr. Maulana Karenga speaks on the state of Black America and how we can prepare for the attacks on Blackness in the new year.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 20, 2024 • 41min
Maurice Ashley joins Tavis Smiley
Internationally Renowned Chess Grandmaster Maurice Ashley talks about his rise in the chess world as a Black champion and his new chess fellowship to elevate young prodigies from underserved communities.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 20, 2024 • 41min
John Nichols joins Tavis Smiley
John Nichols talks about breaking news and trending political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 19, 2024 • 16min
Kenny Hampton joins Tavis Smiley
Kenny Hampton, President of the African American Male Wellness Agency, talks about how Black men get their minds, bodies, and life right for the holiday season and upcoming new year.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Dec 19, 2024 • 23min
Neville Boston joins Tavis Smiley
Tech innovator and entrepreneur Neville Boston talks about his company Reviver, the digital license plate platform that offers a variety of vehicle management services, and the future of Black entrepreneurs in the digital space.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
