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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Oct 24, 2024 • 39min
Jessica Washington joins Tavis Smiley
Jessica Washington, political reporter for The Intercept, talks about the progressive call for an Israeli arms embargo, the real source of the housing crisis, and the latest with the 2024 election.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 23, 2024 • 17min
Wren T. Brown joins Tavis Smiley
Actor and Founding Artistic Director of The Ebony Repertory Theatre, Wren T. Brown, talks about the enduring legacy of August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson,” the future of Black Theatre, and his forthcoming book. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 23, 2024 • 23min
Denzel Washington and Todd Black join Tavis Smiley
Iconic Actor, Director & Producer Denzel Washington and Producer Todd Black talk about the latest version of August Wilson’s classic play, “The Piano Lesson,” being brought to life on the big and small screen. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 21, 2024 • 40min
Stephen Fry joins Tavis Smiley
Acclaimed author, comedian and actor Stephen Fry is back to talk about his new book, “Mythos: The Illustrated Editon,” his movie “Treasure”, climate justice and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 21, 2024 • 18min
Shamar A. Bibbins joins Tavis Smiley
Shamar A. Bibbins, managing director of Kresge’s Environment Program, joins the climate justice conversation discussing her work and how cities combat and adapt to climate change while advancing racial and economic justice.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 21, 2024 • 22min
Woody Woodburn joins Tavis Smiley
National award-winning columnist and author Woody Woodburn talks about his new book “The Butterfly Tree: An Extraordinary Saga of Seven Generations” and why knowing your family history is so important. FYI: there is a character in the book named after Tavis Smiley.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 21, 2024 • 17min
Secretary Miguel Cardona joins Tavis Smiley
Tavis conducts a conversation with the Secretary of Education as right-wing political forces are plotting to abolish the department.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 21, 2024 • 23min
Nina Turner joins Tavis Smiley
Former Ohio State Senator and senior fellow at The New School Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy, Nina Turner, talks about VP Harris’s FOX News interview, getting Black voters to the polls and trending political news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 18, 2024 • 41min
George Burton joins Tavis Smiley
Visionary artist, composer and producer George Burton talks about his new album “White Noise,” an ode to modern Black life and resilience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Oct 18, 2024 • 17min
Jaime Harrison joins Tavis Smiley
DNC Chair Jaime Harrison is back with new policy proposals for Black men, the Sandwich generation, and the opportunity economy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
