Best KBLA Talk 1580 Podcasts (2024)

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Joe Biden Drops Out, Endorses Kamala Harris 2:01:41

4h ago2:01:41

2:01:41

Tavis talks about Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 race and endorsing Kamala Harris with an all-star roster of invited guests including: Rep. James Clyburn, Rep. Maxine Waters, Dr. Cornel West, Geraldo Rivera, Randi Weingarten, Briahna Joy Gray, Areva Martin, Nii-Quartelai Quartey, Aimee Allison, and more.…

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Nii-Quartelai Quartey and Ruben Navarrette, Jr. join Tavis Smiley 37:16

4h ago37:16

37:16

Author, politico and host of KBLA Talk 1580’s “A More Perfect Union,” Nii-Quartelai Quartey and syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette, Jr. share their analysis about Rep. Adam Schiff calling on President Joe Biden to step down, speeches by JD Vance and Donald Trump at the RNC in Milwaukee and other trending political topics.…

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Byron Bowers joins Tavis Smiley 15:48

4h ago15:48

15:48

Comedian and actor Byron Bowers brings the laughs to the studio as we talk about his latest tour and the new Apple TV+ series, “Lady In The Lake”, about racial tensions in 1960’s Baltimore.By KBLA Talk 1580

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George Benson joins Tavis Smiley 19:51

4h ago19:51

19:51

Grammy-winning musical giant, jazz-guitarist George Benson joins Tavis to talk about his indelible career and his new album “Dreams Do Come True: When George Benson Meets Robert Farnon.”By KBLA Talk 1580

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Alua Arthur joins Tavis Smiley 35:08

4h ago35:08

35:08

America’s most visible death doula Alua Arthur joins us in studio for a conversation about death and her work of providing compassionate end of life planning, training and support with her organization, Going With Grace. Her NYT Bestselling book is “Briefly Perfectly Human: Making An Authentic Life By Getting Real About The End.”…

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David Jenkins joins Tavis Smiley 18:03

13m ago18:03

18:03

President of the Conservatives for Responsible Stewardships, David Jenkins, joins Tavis for a discussion about the Ultra MAGA Trump-Vance ticket, climate justice and the future of conservatism.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Robert Drummond joins Tavis Smiley 23:08

1h ago23:08

23:08

Physician scientist Dr. Robert Drummond joins us in studio to give wellness tips with the latest rise of new Covid cases, staying safe amid high temperatures and the future of medicine using AI.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Cheryl Dorsey joins Tavis Smiley 16:48

1h ago16:48

16:48

Retired LAPD Sergeant Cheryl Dorsey offers her expertise on the state of policing in America and the efforts to reform policies in light of the 10 year commemoration of the death of Eric Garner.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dan P. McAdams joins Tavis Smiley 24:28

1h ago24:28

24:28

Contemporary psychobiographer and personality psychologist Professor Dan P. McAdams, who wrote the book “The Strange Case of Donald J. Trump: A Psychological Reckoning,” shares his insights about the mass psychology of Trumpism, it’s impact on both parties and will Democracy survive it?By KBLA Talk 1580

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Jennifer Bendery joins Tavis Smiley 40:05

3h ago40:05

40:05

Senior politics reporter for The Huffington Post, Jennifer Bendery, shares her analysis about House Democrats calling to delay the nomination process of Camp Biden, the Iranian plot to kill Donald Trump and more trending political topics.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dusty Baker joins Tavis Smiley 16:57

5h ago16:57

16:57

Baseball legend Dusty Baker joins Tavis to celebrate All-Star Week with tales from his storied career as a player and the most successful Black manager in the history of the sport.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Maynard Okereke joins Tavis Smiley 23:17

5h ago23:17

23:17

Astronaut Rock Star Award ambassador and The Hip Hop MD, Astronaut Rock Star Award ambassador and The Hip Hop MD, Maynard Okereke, joins us live in studio to discuss how to take STEM/STEAM curriculum to the next level and cultivate the next generation of scientific, technological, engineering and mathematical leaders and thinkers., joins us live in…

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Connie Rice joins Tavis Smiley 43:36

4d ago43:36

43:36

Our regular contributor Connie Rice breaks down the latest decision to dismiss the Trump classified documents case, the legal implications of the assassination attempt, and how President Biden and Democrats should handle this moment.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Boyd Rutherford joins Tavis Smiley 16:28

5h ago16:28

16:28

The former Republican Lt. Governor of Maryland, Boyd Rutherford, shares his thoughts about Trump’s assassination attempt, Trump’s VP pick, the overall direction of the GOP and more.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Mayor Corey Woods joins Tavis Smiley 24:16

20m ago24:16

24:16

Mayor Corey Woods of Tempe, Arizona checks in to share his thoughts about replacing Biden, the rise of political violence and how voters in the swing state are preparing for a historic election.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Nina Turner joins Tavis Smiley 18:07

2h ago18:07

18:07

Former Ohio State Senator, senior fellow at The New School Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy, Nina Turner, offers her insight about the Biden replacement dilemma, the state of the Black vote and how progressives can move forward.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Alison Rose Jefferson joins Tavis Smiley 22:14

1h ago22:14

22:14

Historian, curator, and author Alison Rose Jefferson takes Tavis inside her latest exhibit, Black California Dreamin’: Claiming Space at America’s Leisure Frontier, now showing at the California African American Museum.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Wendell Pierce joins Tavis Smiley 17:47

1h ago17:47

17:47

Actorvist and owner of the Black talk radio station WBOK 1230 AM in NOLA, Wendell Pierce sounds off on the revisionist history he expects we will get this week from the podium at the RNC that “there is no place in America for political violence.”By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Kevin Cokley joins Tavis Smiley 22:10

1h ago22:10

22:10

Award winning Black psychologist, professor and author, Dr. Kevin Cokley sheds light on the culture eroding effects of imposter phenomenon, why it’s important to redefine it racially and its impact on how we see ourselves in the workplace and beyond.By KBLA Talk 1580

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John Nichols joins Tavis Smiley 41:49

5d ago41:49

41:49

John Nichols joins Tavis SmileyBy KBLA Talk 1580

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Lee Bey joins Tavis Smiley 16:54

8h ago16:54

16:54

Times architecture critic, professor and author Lee Bey takes us on a historical journey of “The Little Chicago Fire” of 150 years ago this week and how it reshaped the city’s neighborhoods and relationship between the Black and Jewish communities.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Rina Shah joins Tavis Smiley 23:49

8h ago23:49

23:49

Never Trumper GOP consultant Rina Shah is back to preview the Republican National Convention, Trump’s VP hopefuls and the likelihood of America’s first South Asian president.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Fawn Weaver joins Tavis Smiley 41:05

2d ago41:05

41:05

Distillery owner and author Fawn Weaver talks about owning Uncle Nearest, the fastest growing whiskey company in U.S. history, staying true to her roots and her new book, "Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, and the Improbable Rise of Uncle Nearest.”…

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David Kusnet joins Tavis Smiley 41:35

2d ago41:35

41:35

Senior Director of the global consultancy and advocacy firm, APCO and former chief speechwriter for President Clinton, David Kusnet, shares his thoughts about calls for Biden’s replacement, the impact of the Democrat’s intraparty fighting and how the American people can move forward.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Affion Crockett joins Tavis Smiley 43:04

8d ago43:04

43:04

Comedian, actor and content creator, Affion Crockett joins Tavis live in studio to talk about his cameo with Eddie Murphy in the new Netflix hit, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, his new film, A Hip Hop Story, and his upcoming comedy tour.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Michael McDonald joins Tavis Smiley 35:36

2d ago35:36

35:36

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Grammy Award–winning, platinum selling singer-songwriter Michael McDonald talks about his storied career, the lessons he’s learned about music and life, and his new book, “What A Fool Believes: A Memoir” co-authored with his friend, actor and author Paul Reiser.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Bill Hillsman joins Tavis Smiley 18:20

2d ago18:20

18:20

Progressive political consultant, ad maker and author, Bill Hillsman, offers his analysis on the 2024 election through a Paul-Wellstonian lens. He will also talk about the importance of combatting the proliferation of political disinformation online and why his iconic Ralph Nader ad still resonates nearly 25 years later.…

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Brakkton Booker joins Tavis Smiley 24:56

5d ago24:56

24:56

Brakkton Booker, National Political Correspondent for POLITICO, on the Biden replacement dilemma, Black America saving Biden - again, and other trending political stories.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dorsey Nunn joins Tavis Smiley 19:02

2d ago19:02

19:02

Advocate and author Dorsey Nunn, the founder of Legal Services for Prisoners with Children, talks about his work keeping families together and his book "What Kind of Bird Can't Fly: A Memoir of Resilience and Resurrection."By KBLA Talk 1580

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Marlon Wayans joins Tavis Smiley 23:57

4d ago23:57

23:57

Comedian, actor, screenwriter and producer Marlon Wayans talks about his new comedy special Good Grief, healing after trauma, and the classic comedy, White Chicks, turning 20 years old.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Donell Harvin joins Tavis Smiley 39:19

4d ago39:19

39:19

Dr. Donell Harvin, former D.C. Homeland Security Chief, on how the recent decision on presidential immunity is a threat to all Americans, how Homeland Security is dealing with domestic terrorism after January 6th, and the potential impact of political violence in this year's elections.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Rick Hasen joins Tavis Smiley 40:40

4d ago40:40

40:40

UCLA Law Professor Rick Hasen offers analysis on the latest Supreme Court decisions and discusses his new book, "A Real Right to Vote: How a Constitutional Amendment Can Safeguard American Democracy."By KBLA Talk 1580

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Sibil Fox and Robert Richardson join Tavis Smiley 42:57

4d ago42:57

42:57

Sibil Fox and Robert Richardson, affectionately known as Fox and Rob, share their compelling story of redemption and love, after twenty one years as an incarcerated family, their life changing ministry work and their new award winning documentary “Time II: Unfinished Business.”By KBLA Talk 1580

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Louise Story and Ebony Reed join Tavis Smiley 40:06

4d ago40:06

40:06

Journalists Louise Story and Ebony Reed talk about the pervasive, systemic issue of Black-White wealth inequality with their new book, “Fifteen Cents On The Dollar: How Americans Made The Black White Wealth Gap.” Plus, they share their thoughts about how the wealth gap has stifled economic progress for ALL Americans and what can be done to close th…

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James Zogby joins Tavis Smiley 22:04

6d ago22:04

22:04

Founder and president of the Arab American Institute, author and Senior DNC Committee Member, James Zogby, discusses his proposal for an alternative way to replace President Biden and the impact of the transition.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Michael Steele joins Tavis Smiley 24:18

7d ago24:18

24:18

Michael Steele, former Maryland lieutenant governor (the first Black lieutenant governor in Maryland) and the former chair of the Republican National Committee unpacks some of the top trending headlines in the news.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Noel Paul Stookey joins Tavis Smiley 39:06

9d ago39:06

39:06

Famed singer, Noel Paul Stookey, one third of iconic folk band Peter, Paul, and Mary, is back to explore the music and activism that helped get the Civil Rights Act passed. Plus, why today’s artists must use their artistry to fight for justice and human rights.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Akinyele Umoja joins Tavis Smiley 42:06

10d ago42:06

42:06

Africana Studies Professor and author Akinyele Umoja takes us on a journey into history as we look at the lessons learned from the Mississippi Freedom Summer and why the Civil Rights Act from 60 years ago must live on today.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Theo Henderson joins Tavis Smiley 17:41

10d ago17:41

17:41

Homelessness advocate Theo Henderson joins us in studio to discuss the recent Grants Pass v. Johnson Supreme Court decision about being unhoused, which some say make it both easier to criminalize people experiencing homelessness, and much harder to land them permanent housing later on.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Connie Rice Joins Tavis Smiley 21:52

10d ago21:52

21:52

Towering public intellectual and legal mind Connie Rice breaks down the precedence and impact of the Supreme Court overturning Chevron deference, in light of their recent immunity decision, Biden’s meeting with Democratic governors, and what agency does the American people have to course correct their government?…

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Briahna Joy Gray joins Tavis Smiley 41:30

10d ago41:30

41:30

Briahna Joy Gray, former Bernie Sanders 2020 National Press Secretary and host of the “Bad Faith” podcast is back with her sharp political and legal insight about the politicization of the U.S. Supreme Court, Democratic Socialism, and whether Black America should be considering an alternative presidential choice.…

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Rev. Gary Dorrien joins Tavis Smiley 40:54

12d ago40:54

40:54

Renowned social ethicist and theologian Rev. Gary Dorrien discusses the 60th Anniversary of The Civil Rights Act, his latest book “A Darkly Radiant Vision: The Black Social Gospel in the Shadow of MLK,” and why we need a renewed moral vision in America.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Katrina vanden Heuvel joins Tavis Smiley 39:52

12d ago39:52

39:52

Editorial Director and Publisher of The Nation, Katrina vanden Heuvel, provides analysis of the presidential debate and also takes a deep dive into the top political stories of the week.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Jamil Bey joins Tavis Smiley 16:55

13d ago16:55

16:55

Jamil Bey, Director of the Pittsburgh Department of Planning and CEO of Urban Kind institute, shares his thoughts about the latest efforts to make cities across the country more green, sustainable, and responsive to climate justice.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Kevin Sharp joins Tavis Smiley 18:50

13d ago18:50

18:50

Former federal judge and attorney for longtime political prisoner Leonard Peltier, Kevin Sharp takes us inside his client’s preparation for his first parole hearing in 15 years and his prospects for a compassionate release.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Cornel West joins Tavis Smiley 38:51

13d ago38:51

38:51

Dr. Cornel West, Independent candidate for president, shares his analysis about last week’s historic presidential debate.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Stacy Spikes joins Tavis Smiley 35:35

16d ago35:35

35:35

Stacy Spikes, co-founder of the subscription service Movie Pass, shares his thoughts about the upcoming HBO documentary, “MoviePass, MovieCrash,” corporate accountability and whether Black artists can save Hollywood.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Tisa Silver Canady joins Tavis Smiley 15:52

16d ago15:52

15:52

Financial wellness advocate Dr. Tisa Silver Canady breaks down the latest details about President Biden’s student debt relief plan, the June 30th deadline for student loan forgiveness, and shares her thoughts about education funding.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Cassius Butts joins Tavis Smiley 19:57

24d ago19:57

19:57

Two-time presidential appointee to the Small Business Administration, Cassius Butts shares his thoughts about the growth and future of small Black-owned businesses in America.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Nii-Quartelai Quartey & Ruben Navarrette, Jr. join Tavis Smiley 37:41

16d ago37:41

37:41

The two political insiders join Tavis for pre-presidential debate analysis.By KBLA Talk 1580

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