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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Mar 3, 2026 • 40min
Tom Steyer Joins Tavis Smiley
Tom Steyer, a frontrunner in the race for California governor, joins us in studio to lay out his plans for the Golden State and how he intends to emerge from a crowded field.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 17min
Yogi Peoples Joins Tavis Smiley
Yogi Peoples, a Volkswagen worker and member of the UAW-VW Bargaining Committee, explains her role in negotiations for one Tennessee factory’s first union contract.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 23min
Ruben Navarrette Jr Joins Tavis Smiley
Nationally syndicated columnist and author of Navarrette Nation on Substack, Ruben Navarrette Jr. shares his analysis on the impact of the Iran strike on the midterms, the GOP, and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 42min
Oneika Mays Joins Tavis Smiley
Riker Islands first mindfulness coach, activist and author, takes us inside her new text, “Sit With Me: A No-BS Journey To Mindfulness And Meditation,” serves as a prescriptive guide for anyone who has felt disconnected, judged or lost. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 17min
Dr. Ron Daniels Joins Tavis Smiley
President of the Institute of the Black World 21st Century and distinguished lecturer at York College City University of New York, tells us what he sees as the state of emergency without urgency in Black America. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 15min
Cornel West Joins Tavis Smiley
Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor, Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts about U.S. and Israel strikes against Iran and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 39min
Elie Mystal Joins Tavis Smiley
Justice correspondent for The Nation magazine, podcast host and author, talks about the legal implications of Trump's decision to attack Iran, without Congressional approval, and other justice topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 26, 2026 • 33min
Best of Earthquake, Deon Cole, and Luenell Join Tavis Smiley 33
In celebration of Black History Month honorees at a special Grammy Museum event, Tavis reprises segments from his recent conversations with comedians Luenell, Deon Cole, and Earthquake.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 26, 2026 • 38min
Dr. Cornel West Joins Tavis Smiley
Leading public intellectual, author, scholar and special contributor Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts on the future of this democratic republic and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 26, 2026 • 38min
Christina Greer Joins Tavis Smiley
Christina Greer, professor at Fordham University, author and political scientist, gives her analysis of the impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s progressivism, the first year of Trump, and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
