"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.
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Musings on 'media culture and the modern condition. A few minutes a day, five days a week. Hosted by James Brown is an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. My work is proudly produced in Rochester, New York. Go Bills. And as always be well. My goal is to create a diverse array of projects in the style of the people I grew up following: like Bi ...
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I explore the big ideas that bring us together and meet the people who make them happen. Musings on news, life, and television. A few minutes a day, five days a week. Hosted by James Brown is an award winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. My work is proudly produced in Rochester, New York. My goal is to create a diverse array of projects in the style ...
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Hola G&Gs, Welcome to my podcast, I'm Trekk. In 2018, I left the traditional work force and crossed the #crypto fiat line. Since then I’ve been on the roller coaster being self-employed. In the podcast, I share my trek on the ups and downs to make a living in crypto space and growing #gigeconomy. I share these stories while talking to various people in the growing blockchain industry. My style is conversational like #JoeRogan meets #Tavis Smiley meets #Godfry. One segment is called Everyday ...
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For four seasons, The High Bar reached nearly 3 million homes in Washington state via KBTC and UWTV and many more via those stations' websites and our own (http://thehighbar.tv), picking up an Emmy®-nomination for Best Interview Program and winning a Gold National Communicator Award for Best News-Entertainment program. On each episode of The High Bar, an artist, author, activist or filmmaker joins host Warren Etheredge to raise a toast to and raise the bar for a subject about which she or he ...
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Kenneth Braswell has spent over 32 years in the service of family and community. A husband and father of five, he created Fathers Incorporated (FI) in 2004 and serves as its Chief Executive Officer. For 12 years FI has also served as the prime contractor for HHS’s National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (fatherhoodgov). In 2006 Braswell became the Director of the New York State Fatherhood Initiative, overseeing more than $11 million in programs, conducting a $1 million comprehensive ev ...
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The Truth is spoken here on the Sgt Dorsey Speaks podcast each week hosted by Sgt Cheryl Dorsey. Support the show via Cash App - https://cash.app/$sgtdorseyspeaks Sgt Dorsey’s Autobiography available ~ http://bit.ly/2AGhYmQ For over two decades, Retired Los Angeles Police Department(LAPD) Sergeant Cheryl Dorsey worked exclusively in patrol and specialized units in all four Bureaus within the City of Los Angeles; South, Central, West and Valley. In addition to various patrol division assignme ...
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Tavis Smiley is at the DNC for Day 3 with:Areva MartinDion RichmondAdrienne ShropshireChristopher Sebastian Parker - Professor & PollsterA.B. - Political analyst & AttorneyJustin Pearson - Tennessee State Representative John Nicols - Writer for The Nation Rep James Clyburn Ceng Uygur - Founder of The Young TurksLavora Barnes - Michigan Democratic P…
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In which the terminator tells us to get to work. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/…
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In which the terminator tells us to get to work. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/…
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In which a Colorado bagel shop ends tipping. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/ Fac…
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In which a Colorado bagel shop ends tipping. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/ Fac…
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Another sign the economic metrics and our economy are in conflict Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.…
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Another sign the economic metrics and our economy are in conflict Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.…
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Recession Pop and our rotting shared narrative
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Are Americans turning to upbeat music with sad lyrics because of the economy? Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://ww…
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Day 2 of the DNC Tavis Smiley with Molly Jong Fast - Writer for Vanity Fair John Iadorola - Host of The Young Turks & The Damage ReportCongressman Dean Phillips Aimee Allison - Founder, She The People Senator Tom Carper Bill Press - writer Bill de Blasio - Former Mayor of New York CityBy KBLA Talk 1580
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In which American workers are in for tough times. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv…
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In which American workers are in for tough times Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/…
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Tavis Smiley is Live at the DNC Day 1
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Tavis Smiley is joined by:Dr. Shakari Byerly - Pollster, EvitarusDr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey - Host of "A More Perfect Union" & AuthorFather Michael Pfleger - Pastor of St. Sabina Church Jesse Jackson Jr. - Former CongressmanFederick Ingram - Secretary -Treasurer of American Federation of TeachersFmr Gov Terry McAuliffe - Former Gov of Virginia and F…
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In which protesters attack the Mona Lisa in Paris. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/jamesbrow…
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In which protesters attack the Mona Lisa in Paris. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/jamesbrow…
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Outgoing Saturday Night Live cast member Punkie Johnson talks about her four-year run on the iconic TV show, the importance of Black representation in all spaces and what’s next.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong join Tavis Smiley
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Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong join Tavis to talk about their new cannabis tour and celebrate Cheech’s Netflix success this summer with the hit film, “The Long Game”.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Professor and Host of the daily YouTube show “Night School,” Marc Lamont Hill shares his thoughts about the Divine Nine getting political, how progressives have become the new political targets, why continued U.S. support for Israel is problematic for Democrats and other trending political topics.By KBLA Talk 1580
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In which James rages against shrinkflation at Chipotle. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesb…
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In which James rages against shrinkflation at Chipotle. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesb…
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Cinema professor Jacquil Constant is back to preview the 9th annual Haiti International Film Festival, which kicks off this weekend.#TheCenterforInvestigativeReporting#RockNRoll #BruceSpringsteen#SouthAfrican #Apartheid #HBO#InternationalFilmFestival #TalkRadio#TheTavisSmileyShow#UnapologeticallyProgressive…
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The legendary guitarist, beloved brother of “The Boss” Bruce Springsteen, and the activist who organized the music industry against South African apartheid, joins Tavis for a career conversation. Van Zandt will also talk about his new HBO documentary “Steven Van Zandt: Disciple”, and why artists must use their voices to not just entertain, but to a…
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Tavis talks politics with Clara Jeffery, editor-in-chief of Mother Jones and The Center for Investigative Reporting.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Award winning historian and Columbia University professor Frank Guridy talks about his new text, “The Stadium: An American History of Politics, Protest, and Play,” as we reflect on Paris 2024 and look ahead to the LA28 Olympics.By KBLA Talk 1580
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In which nobody uses paper checks anymore. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/ Faceb…
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In which nobody uses paper checks anymore. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrowntv/ Faceb…
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Journalist Jeff Cohen, founder of RootsAction and FAIR, breaks down the role of disinformation in this year’s election and how corporate media is complicit.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Climate equity advocate Nathaniel Smith discusses the impact Project 2025 would have on climate justice efforts.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Former Minneapolis Councilmember Don Samuels talks about his primary rematch against Squad member, U.S. Rep. Ihlan Omar (D-MN) and his thoughts on Gov. Tim Walz as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate.By KBLA Talk 1580
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In which James takes on the world of online dating. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrown…
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In which James takes on the world of online dating. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrown…
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CNN Political Analyst Van Jones shares his thoughts about the upcoming debate between VP Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump, addressing antisemitism claims within the Democratic party and his predictions for the Democratic National ConventionBy KBLA Talk 1580
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Filmmaker Stephen Ujlaki joins Tavis to share his new documentary, “Bad Faith: An Unholy War on Democracy,” about the Christian Right's shift towards fascism.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Valeria Howard Cunningham joins Tavis Smiley
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The CEO and Producer of The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, Valeria Howard Cunningham, talks about the history of Bill Pickett, the life of a Black cowgirl and why it's important to challenge the myths about the Old West.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Photojournalist Ivan McClellan talks about his new photo book "Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture," which showcases Black Rodeo culture and is creating new conversations about the role of the Black Cowboy in the Old Wild West.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Progressive political strategist Joe Trippi gives his take on the eventful 2024 election and where democracy goes from here.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Arnold Schwarzenegger on the difference between successful and unsuccessful people. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: http…
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Arnold Schwarzenegger on the difference between successful and unsuccessful people. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: http…
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Journalist and author, Zoë Schlanger, continues our climate justice conversations by discussing her new text, “The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth”.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Civil rights attorney Alec Karakatsanis discusses findings from his decade-long study on police use of body cameras as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the killing of Michael Brown.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Noted economist and author Dr. Julianne Malveaux on what the historic candidacy of V.P. Kamala Harris means for Black women.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Christopher Sebastian Parker joins Tavis Smiley
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Director of Graduate Studies at UC Santa Barbara and political scientist Christopher Sebastian Parker talks about his latest poll around outreach to Black people and what specific policies can move the needle for undecided Black voters.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Culture critic and journalist Bakari Kitwana shares his analysis about the “gangster image” of Donald Trump, the Harris/Walz candidacy and why Hip-Hop is the “go-to” influencer for this historic election.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Journalist and UC Irvine professor Amy Wilentz is back with an update on Haiti’s new leadership and what escalating tensions in the Middle East mean for folks on the ground.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison talks about Gov. Tim Walz’s record as a progressive and shares his views on how the historic presidential ticket can move the country forward.By KBLA Talk 1580
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Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League, shares his insights about the Harris/Walz Democratic presidential ticket, how the Urban League is looking to stop Project 2025, and other trending political topics.By KBLA Talk 1580
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In which James paints the picture of how robberies work today. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…
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In which James paints the picture of how robberies work today. Let me know what you think in the comments at jamesbrowntv.substack.com Email: jamesbrowntv@gmail.com Leave me a voicemail or text: 585-484-0339 Follow me on social media: YouTube Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixNKcH6SP5OCLHMdQ_gVTw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…
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What's worse the job market or the dating scene?
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