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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Nov 19, 2024 • 30min
Stacy Davis Gates joins Tavis Smiley
Chicago Teachers Union president Stacy Davis Gates responds to Bill Maher calling her out on HBO’s “Real Time” about the racialization of standardized tests.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 19, 2024 • 41min
Bill Scher joins Tavis Smiley
Washington Monthly Political Editor Bill Scher shares his analysis about Republican control of Congress, Trump's cabinet picks and other trending political news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 14, 2024 • 42min
Rashad Robinson joins Tavis Smiley
Color of Change President Rashad Robinson reflects on the results of the 2024 election, unveils his plan to take on Project 2025, and helps Progressives get ready for the 2026 midterms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 14, 2024 • 40min
Marcus J. Moore joins Tavis Smiley
Music journalist, professor and curator Marcus J. Moore talks about one of Hip-Hop's most visionary and artistically alternative groups, De La Soul, with his new book "High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul Book" and why chronicling Hip Hop history is just as important as American history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 14, 2024 • 18min
Charles Burnett joins Tavis Smiley
Legendary Filmmaker Charles Burnett talks about his newly restored, underseen romance comedy The Annihilation of Fish, starring James Earl Jones and Lynn Redgrave, as he prepares to headline the Black Harvest Film Festival in Chicago. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 13, 2024 • 25min
Doris Nomathandé Dixon and Natiki Pressley join Tavis Smiley
Doris Nomathande Dixon, daughter of legendary actor and filmmaker Ivan Dixon and Natiki Hope Pressley, daughter of the author Sam Greenlee, talk about their fathers' classic film, The Spook Who Sat By The Door and its impact on Black activist culture. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 13, 2024 • 41min
Edward Ahmed Mitchell joins Tavis Smiley
National Deputy Director of CAIR and civil rights attorney Edward Ahmed Mitchell talks about the latest with the Israeli soccer team in Amsterdam and how the US Muslim community is preparing for a second Trump presidency.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 13, 2024 • 38min
Dawn Porter joins Tavis Smiley
Trilogy Films founder, director and producer Dawn Porter talks about her new award-winning documentary “Luther: Never Too Much” and how the iconic singer filled hearts and transformed music forever.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 13, 2024 • 38min
Linda Clemons Joins Tavis Smiley
Body language expert and the CEO of Sisterpreneur, Linda Clemons, talks about the power of human connection and how we can have healthy relationships with family and friends during a time of loneliness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Nov 13, 2024 • 17min
Judith Jamison Tribute
Tavis honors the legacy of legendary dancer, choreographer and artistic director for The Alvin Ailey Dance Company, Judith Jamison.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
