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, 2025 • 22min
Clifton Davis Joins Tavis Smiley
Clifton Davis talks about his newest role as Senator Vernon Dupree in the all new predominately Black CBS daytime drama "Beyond The Gates," and his memories of working with the legendary Sherman Hemsley and the great Jester Hairston.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2025 • 16min
U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan Joins Tavis Smiley
Progressive Wisconsin Congressman Mark Pocan, an advocate of reducing U.S. defense spending, responds to the cuts proposed by the Trump administration, James Carville and his introduction of the Elon Musk Act.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2025 • 21min
Gen. Dana Pittard Joins Tavis Smiley
Gen. Dana Pittard (ret.) gives his take on President Donald Trump's firing of Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman, Gen. CQ Brown Jr., and his attempt to purge the Pentagon of diversity, equity, and/or inclusion.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Mar 3, 2025 • 33min
Matt Duss Joins Tavis Smiley
Former foreign policy advisor to Sen. Bernie Sanders, Matt Duss, lays out his progressive, sustainable vision for America's role on the global stage and gives his analysis on trending political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 27, 2025 • 39min
David Alan Grier jons Tavis Smiley
Iconic comedian and actor David Alan Grier joins Tavis in studio to talk about his new NBC hit show, “St. Denis Medical,” and reflects on the cultural impact of “In Living Color,” now approaching its 35th anniversaryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 27, 2025 • 38min
Ricky Riccardi joins Tavis Smiley
Two-time Grammy winner and Director of Research Collections of the Louis Armstrong House Museum, Ricky Riccardi, talks about his new book Stomp Off, Let’s Go: The Early Years of Louis Armstrong, as he takes us inside the world of Satchmo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 27, 2025 • 42min
Connie Rice joins Tavis Smiley
Noted civil rights attorney and leading public intellectual Connie Rice on trending political news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 24, 2025 • 36min
Alencia Johnson joins Tavis Smiley
Former Senior Campaign Advisor to Biden and Harris and social impact strategist Alencia Johnson discusses her new book, "Flip The Tables: The Everyday Disruptor's Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change," and what we can do less of to get more out of life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 24, 2025 • 15min
Dr. Robert Drummond joins Tavis Smiley
Physician scientist Dr. Robert Drummond talks about why this is the "worst flu season in 15 years" as he discusses trends, symptoms, and how to stay safe. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Feb 24, 2025 • 21min
Mustafa Santiago Ali joins Tavis Smiley
Executive Vice President of the National Wildlife Federation and civil rights advocate Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali talks about the hypocrisy of Republicans in funding climate programs and the assassination of Malcolm X, 60 years later.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
