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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Feb 2, 2026 • 16min
Jerome Nikolai Warren Joins Tavis Smiley
Global economist and author Jerome Nikolai Warren, originally from Alabama and now in Germany, reflects on lessons from a recent trip to Cuba, just as the threat of a U.S. invasion looms.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 2, 2026 • 22min
Dr. Cornel West Joins Tavis Smiley
Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor, Dr. Cornel West, shares his thoughts about celebrating the 100th anniversary of Black History Month and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 2, 2026 • 16min
Dedrick Asante-Muhammad Joins Tavis Smiley
Dedrick Asante-Muhammad, CEO of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, discusses the organization’s recent report, “State of the Dream 2026: From Regression to Signs of a Black Recession.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 2, 2026 • 22min
Nekima Levy Armstrong Joins Tavis Smiley
Minneapolis civil rights attorney and founder of the Racial Justice Network, Nekima Levy Armstrong, tells the story of her arrest while protesting in Minneapolis.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Jan 30, 2026 • 36min
Keyon Harrold Joins Tavis Smiley
GRAMMY-nominated trumpeter and composer Keyon Harrold, dubbed “the future of the trumpet,” previews his upcoming performances at the Blue Note in Los Angeles and reflects on the legacy of his friend and longtime collaborator D’Angelo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Jan 30, 2026 • 16min
Barbara Kopple Joins Tavis Smiley
Academy Award-winning director Barbara Kopple marks the return of her classic 1991 documentary, “American Dream,” to the Sundance Film Festival, which is celebrating its final year in Park City, Utah.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Jan 30, 2026 • 22min
Erick Peyton Joins Tavis Smiley
Erick Peyton, co-founder and CEO of Unanimous Media, along with creative partner and NBA legend Stephen Curry, is live from the Sundance Film Festival, where their new documentary, “The Baddest Speechwriter of All,” won the Short Film Grand Jury Prize, just weeks before their animated feature, “GOAT,” hits theaters worldwide.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Jan 30, 2026 • 39min
Danielle Moodie Joins Tavis Smiley
Danielle Moodie, CEO and founder of DAM Media Strategies and host of “The Danielle Moodie Show” on YouTube, gives her analysis of the latest developments in Minneapolis and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Jan 29, 2026 • 15min
Dyana Williams and Laiya St. Clair Joins Tavis Smiley
Radio legend and Black Music Month co-founder Dyana Williams and award-winning podcast pioneer Laiya St. Clair join Tavis in the studio to talk about the influence of Black culture and music, just in time for the GRAMMYs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Jan 29, 2026 • 21min
Dr. Cornel West Joins Tavis Smiley
Leading public intellectual, author, scholar and special contributor Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts on the latest developments in Minnesota and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
