

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 7, 2024 • 40min
Amanda Seales joins Tavis Smiley
Actress, comedian and founder of Smart, Funny and Amanda Seales talks about her upcoming one woman show “What Would The Ancestors Say?” Amanda will also sound off on the day’s trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nov 7, 2024 • 41min
Greg Phillinganes joins Tavis Smiley
Keyboardist, vocalist, and master arranger Greg Phillinganes joins Tavis for an electrifying conversation about his legendary career, spanning collaborations with icons like Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, U2, Michael Jackson, and countless others.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nov 7, 2024 • 39min
Jim Wallis joins Tavis Smiley
Progressive Evangelical Christian Jim Wallis is back to talk about his book “False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith and Refounding Democracy” and how evangelicalism is factoring into the 2024 election.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nov 7, 2024 • 17min
Renee Montgomery joins Tavis Smiley
Two time WNBA champion and Atlanta Dream co-owner, Renee Montgomery, talks about her feature documentary “A Radical Act: Renee Montgomery” and her inspirational journey from the court to the suites.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nov 6, 2024 • 38min
Dr. Cornel West joins Tavis Smiley
Independent presidential candidate, Dr. Cornel West, shares his reflections on the 2024 presidential election, what's next for his political activism, and sounds off on where America goes from here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nov 6, 2024 • 38min
Tavis Smiley moderates a Post-Election Roundtable
Tavis moderates a Post-Election Roundtable with analysis from our experts about the candidates, the issues, the races and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Oct 30, 2024 • 40min
Elie Mystal joins Tavis Smiley
The Nation’s Justice Correspondent, Elie Mystal, talks about the legal issues surrounding the presidential campaign relating to Trump’s election interference case, election denial, Elon Musk and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Oct 25, 2024 • 23min
Stan Lathan joins Tavis Smiley
Iconic TV and film producer and director Stan Lathan talks about the digital restoration of his 1973 concert documentary "Save The Children" and the importance of the Chicago International Film Festival. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Oct 25, 2024 • 31min
Jonathan Alter joins Tavis Smiley
Three-time New York Times bestselling author and Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Jonathan Alter talks about his new book, "American Reckoning: Inside Trump's Trial - And My Own" and the reckoning that may be coming on Election Day. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Oct 25, 2024 • 8min
Byron Donalds joins Tavis Smiley
Self described "Black MAGA patriot" Republican Congressman Byron Donalds of Florida shares his thoughts about the Trump campaign and the presidential election. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.


