First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

Sheryl Underwood is a savvy businesswoman, philanthropist and a multi-faceted, multi-media entrepreneur. Underwood was co-host of the Emmy award winning CBS television show THE TALK, watched by an average of 3+ million viewers each day. She has served as co-host of the Daytime Emmy Awards, she is owner and Chief Executive Officer of Pack Rat Productions, Inc. and was the 23rd International President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. On this podcast we meet the Sheryl behind the public persona and learn more about her new Dating at Dulan's events.https://sherylunderwood.com/about/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dating-at-dulans-a-speed-dating-event-hosted-by-sheryl-underwood-tickets-1560480261469?msockid=27cc7ec84ca766682b426ecd4dcd677d

The phone lines are lit and the topics are trifling: will Republicans let the clock run out on a government shutdown? Is a peace deal a peace deal if only one side is at the table? Will the President ever stop talking to the generals? Is fitness a proxy for gender in Pete Hegseth's U.S. Military? And more...Dominique goes in and callers call out.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Attorney Chris Martin is a civil rights attorney, an R & B singer and a community organizer. He grew up in South LA and is a graduate of Dorsey High School, UC Santa Barbara and Hastings College of Law. On this podcast he joins Dominique to put his activist and legal lense on local headlines and hot topics including the future on LA's 9th district and the viability of Black/Brown coalitions.

On this podcast we reflect on the life, work and politics of Assata Shakur who made her transition on Sept 25, 2025. Cultural educator James Counts Early studied at Morehouse College in Atlanta, earning his B.A. in 1969. After graduation, Early attended Howard University, where he received his M.A. degree, and then studied for his Ph.D. degree. Early is the former Assistant Secretary for Education and Public Service at the Smithsonian Institution. Early is an expert on Cuba and met Shakur on several occasions.https://ips-dc.org/ips_author/james-early/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

On this podcast Dominique speaks on her trip to the storied Integratron created by Aeronautical Scientist and extraterrestrial contactee George Van Tassel. Miles and Dominique do a bootleg "Mindful Monday" and share their mindfulness modalities since Saharah Ali is on vacation. The phone lines are open so a few random topics are in the pod as well.https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this podcast journalist James Farr brings us up to date on the Altadena/Eaton Canyon Fire recovery process, SoCal Edison's fire compensation plan, the Pasadena's PD latest officers involved shooting (of a fellow cop) and why James has zero f***s to give concerning former FBI Director James Comey's indictment.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/

Jaha Zainabu is a storyteller. She writes poetry, fiction and musings. She has been a member of the Anansi Writers Workshop in Leimert Park since 1993. She is the author of eleven books of poetry and fiction. She travels throughout the United States sharing her work. In addition to being a writer she is also a visual artist. On this podcast she shares her journey and weighs in on a few hovering headlines.https://www.instagram.com/jaha0903/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Gavin? Kamala? Josh? Pete? Who is the Dems best standard bearer? Is Prop 50 a threat to democracy or the best way forward? Will corporate Democrats listen to their base and embrace progressive frontrunners? Will the Dems get their messaging together and run on the issues? Will the GOP self-destruct with their simmering divisions? Ed & Dominique sort it out.

Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a celebrity cosmetic dermatologist providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. For over 20 years, he has offered natural and alternative approaches to dermatological problems, including acne and eczema, to help his patients look and feel their best. After earning his undergraduate degree with honors from UC Berkeley, Dr. Wallace went on to Harvard Medical School, earned a master's in Public Administration from the University of Missouri, and studied urban and rural medicine at Oklahoma University.https://www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews.https://www.uh.edu/class/history/faculty-and-staff/horne_g/index.php https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Dominique flies solo and the phone lines are hoppin' as we process the firing of Jimmy Kimmel, look at the mounting evidence in the case of missing teen Celeste Rivas and the latest move by SoCal Edison in response to its culpability for the Altadena Eaton Canyon Fire.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this podcast we dive into the urban peace movement AKA community violence intervention AKA gang intervention. How are workers in the field being trained? How effective is the work? Are we building a sustainable movement? Dr. Chico Tilmon is the Executive Director of the Community Violence Intervention Leadership Academy. Javier Martinez is Executive Director of Arise & Go a violence reduction organization. Lakeesha Eure is Deputy Mayor of Public Safety for the City of Newark, Jew Jersey.https://crimelab.uchicago.edu/projects/community-violence-intervention-leadership-academy/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

On this podcast we look at what it takes to help the kids and families in the community and how we heal from trauma. Cedric Farmer is the Founder and CEO of Urban Recovery LA. - here he shares his work, the resources he offers and how he came into his purpose. (323) 238-0445https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this podcast we look at what it takes to help the kids and families in the community and how we heal from trauma. Cedric Farmer is the Founder and CEO of Urban Recovery LA. - here he shares his work, the resources he offers and how he came into his purpose. (323) 238-0445https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Monique Clesca has led two incredibly fulfilling lives. First, as an activist, she worked in the field of international development, advocating for children and women's rights, and participated in high-level policy around issues linked to Haiti and Africa. Since her retirement from full-time work at the United Nations in 2016, she has worked as an international consultant. Also a leading voice as a feminist pro-democracy and pro-social justice activist in Haiti. Her second life is writing. She is the author of two self-published books in French. Her latest is a memoir Silence and Resistance: Memoir of a Girlhood in Haiti.https://www.instagram.com/moniclesca/ https://www.wordeee.com/page/search/monique%20clesca

On this podcast BLM Grassroots Director Dr. Melina Abdullah joins Dominique ask all the questions about Trey Reed and Cory Zukatis - two young Black men found hanged in Mississippi this week. California's recent victories, international resistance to genocide, the limits of free speech and other urgent issues are also in the conversation.https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/ https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Wakiesha's Law, AB7 (priority in college admissions for descendants of enslaved persons), return of lands taken through racially motivated imminent domain are all on the brink of being signed by the California governor. On this podcast we celebrate the victories, strategize how to finalize them and destroy the talking points that do not serve us.

Andre Moore was out to dinner and a movie with his wife when he started sweating profusely and couldn't catch a breath. Dr. Carolyn Kaloostian was home when her father-in-law collapsed from heart disease, and she was able to help bring him back with CPR. A heart attack could happen to anyone and most of us wouldn't know the symptoms. On this podcast we join with the American Heart Association to share their personal stories, understand the symptoms and teach us how to protect ourselves and our families.https://www.instagram.com/p/DMYDFZmvhER/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

It's a Mindful Monday and Meditation Instructor and Sound Bath Specialist Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation, affirmation and shares the astrological and energetic moment. Next up KBLA Chief Revenue Officer Gary Bembridge unveils the brand new KBLA 1580 Health and Wellness hub and shares how it could benefit you.https://saharahali.com/ https://kbla1580.com/kbla-black-health-wellness/

After Breitbart News posted a clip from her show (retweeted by Ann Coulter and others), unleashing threats and online hate against her, First Things First host Dominique DiPrima responds and unpacks the events of the past few days. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://kbla1580.com/

Victor Orlando is percussionist to the stars. He has toured and recorded with The Gap Band, Chaka Khan, LL Cool J and many more. He is also the founder of The Hope Foundation.https://vohf.info/ https://victororlando.com/ https://www.instagram.com/victororlando7/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

The Executive Director for the Center for Media Integrity of the Americas (CMIA), John Feeley is a former US ambassador dedicated to promoting greater mutual understanding between the United States and Latin America and the Caribbean. The CMIA is an independent entity that fosters and incentivizes high quality journalism and public interest media in the Western Hemisphere.First Things First with Dominique DiPrima airs weekdays from 6A-9Ahttps://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

It's a Think Tank Thursday and Dominique poses two questions:1) Is it ever okay to celebrate someone's death or demise as many are with Charlie Kirk?2) What can we do better at low or no cost to improve our well beinghttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Claudette Robinson's journey in music began with her joining The Miracles at the age of 15. She was the first female artist ever signed to a Motown-affiliated record label, Tamla Records. Her contributions to the group and Motown's success were significant, earning her the title of "First Lady of Motown" from Berry Gordy as a sign of respect. Claudette Robinson married Smokey Robinson, and together they had two children, both named in honor of Motown.https://www.instagram.com/firstladyofmotown/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Khnum Alexander, owner of Swank Men's Fashion shares his style secrets, the real meaning of haberdashery and how he can help you "dress how you want to be adressed." Miles Low and Dominique speak on the new Ye documentary "In Whose Name" ahead of an interview with the filmmaker Nico Ballasteros.https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

LaMikia Castillo is a professor, activist, mom and a KBLA contributor. An Afro Latina born in Inglewood, CA her parents hail from Panama, Central America.https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Dr. Fatimah Turner is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of the Inner City Cafe in Orange, NJ. She completed her PhD in Family Science and Human Development at Montclair State University and has over 20 years of experience in social work, focusing on trauma, loss, and anxiety. Dr. Turner serves as a member of the Board of Education.https://www.instagram.com/innercitycafe/ https://theinnercitycafe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Why we must defeat AB 715 - a proposed California bill that would muzzle and endanger teachers, how we can support justice for Christopher Deandre Mitchell who was killed by Torrance Police who are now on trial and putting Palestine in historical context and moral perspective. We are joined by Black Lives Matter Grassroots Director Dr. Melina Abdullah.https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/ https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

It's a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique debunks the "we can't afford it" line on safe parking for homeless college students and reparations. Who deserves our vote as next governor of California and how to fight the oligarchy are all in the conversation.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Creative Director, Consultant, Executive Producer who provides music video, film and television projects with an urban authenticity that encapsulates a wide span of generational styles from the HARLEM RENAISSANCE to HIP HOP street culture. He is a pioneering figure in hip hop who has performed with icons from Run DMC, LL Cool J, Whodini, Eric B & Rakim and more.https://www.instagram.com/brkl.ynjones/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Sound bath specialist and mediation instructor Saharah Ali wants you to release your past and embrace your purpose as she unpacks the Blood Moon in Pisces. She leads us on a guided meditation for Mindful Monday. Later in the we take on trending stories. Why is the President yelling at Yamiche Alcindor? How is it possible that seven Ferguson activists have been killed since Michael Brown's murder? Why is the U.S. sending war planes to...the U.S. (Puerto Rico)? What is happening with vaccines in Florida? These questions and more asked and answered when Dominique does an analytic autopsy on the headlines.

Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning gen x journalist, political and cultural commentator, producer, strategist and activist. Ms. Cannick is now a KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique & Jasmyne look at who is running for what in California, the power of the Governor's trolling campaign, proposition 50 and more.https://iamjasmyne.com/about/ https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Is it wrong for a trans woman and activist to date man who supports anti-trans agenda? Is the personal political or can we separate our love lives from our political profiles? This is one of many issues Dominique takes on during this podcast where she flirts with national headlines from the feds suing SoCal Edison to the disastrous jobs report and the possibility of a recession.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/

The City of Los Angeles Reparations Advisory Commission has dropped their full report - what comes next? Attorney Capri Maddox is the Executive Director of the Los Angeles Civil Rights Department which oversees the reparations commission along with four other commissions. On this edition of Freedmen Fridays we get an update on the progress of reparations in the municipality of Los Angeles.https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov/ https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov/sites/g/files/wph2271/files/2025-02/An%20Examination%20of%20African%20American%20Experiences%20in%20Los%20Angeles%20BOOK%20v1.3-compressed.pdf https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Chaka Mahone is the is the Founder and Executive Director of DAWA and the Owner and Creative Director of the Nefr Fresher fashion brand. He is half of the hip hop duo Riders Against the Storm, a visual artist and a community organizer. DAWA focuses on giving funds and resources to givers, including social workers, teachers and community activists.https://www.dawaheals.org/ https://www.instagram.com/nefrfreshr/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

The phones are jumpin' and the topics are hitting. Can you give Trump credit when he does something right? Do you practice policy over party? How does the redistricting battle play across party lines? How is the Epstein issue fostering rare bipartisanship? And more...https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this podcast Dominique and Dr. Abdullah take on the issue of Posse Comitatus in the spirit of Think Tank Thursday. Also included in the dialogue: a big win for Black Lives Matter Grassroots in Torrance CA; conspiracy charges against protesters and why BLMLA is working to block the reappointment of Police Commissioner Erroll Southers.https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/ https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/reels/ https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangeles/

Dr. James Lance Taylor is author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama, which earned 2012 "Outstanding Academic Title" - Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries. He is a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS), an important organization of African American, African, and Afro Caribbean political scientists in the United States.https://www.usfca.edu/faculty/james-lance-taylor https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

Kamal Muhsin is owner and founder of The Forum Private Fitness Club in Westchester, Los Angeles. On this podcast he shares his secrets for discipline, strength and fitness. Muhsin is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight for his forty plus years as a thriving Black-owned business. Later in the hour we open the phone lines to cover national and international headlines.https://forumprivatefitness.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

Why does nobody care that Covid is surging? Why did Cardi B win? What happened with the dead guy in MacArthur Park? Why are the super-rich snapping up air BNBs for the Olympics? What's happening with high-speed rail? And why are Republicans so pressed to hold the House of Representatives, and much more is covered on this freewheeling podcast live from Leimert Park AKA Africatown, USA.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Trina Greene Brown is a proud Black-feminist Mama-activist and the founder of Parenting for Liberation. She has been recognized as an Inspirational Parent in 2018 by CADRE and a Black Feminist Rising in 2017 by Black Women's Blueprint. Trina's work focuses on supporting Black parents to heal from historical and ongoing trauma and interrupt intergenerational violence to build resilient and joyful Black families in community. On this podcast we unpack parenting style, rules and traditions and look at how to raise free Black (& other) children.https://www.parentingforliberation.org/

Dominique & callers unpack urgent issues on the national and international stage. The deregulating of phthalates, the restriction on vaccines, the redistricting arms race, and the Olympics in the ICE era are all on the agenda.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Will Trump's immigration policy shut down the World Cup? Why do progressives hate the Olympics? (Ed & Dominique don't,) Why do we still spank our kids? Why do I still love football? Dominique & KBLA contributor Ed Sanders dive deep on hot topics & headlines. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio

Reparations activist Friday Jones rides shotgun with Dominique for open phones and closing arguments. Topics include: reparations, capitalism, immigration, labor and Michael Jackson's heavenly birthday.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/iamfridayjones/

Khansa Muhammad is the Vice President of the Los Angeles Reparations Advisory Commission, appointed by former Mayor Eric Garcetti, President and Co-Facilitator of the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants, founding steering member of a Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, anchor organization and founding member of NAASD Los Angeles.https://www.instagram.com/iamfridayjones/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov/press-releases/reparations-report-executive-summary

On this podcast we share the 4-1-1 on Prop 50 and California's upcoming special election as the Golden State pushes back on Republicans shady gerrymandering plans in Texas and elsewhere. We are joined by Jasmyne Cannick, an award-winning Gen X journalist, political and culture commentator, producer, strategist and activist.https://couragecalifornia.org/yes-on-proposition-50/ https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Atty Carl E. Douglas recently won $3.8 million dollars from LA County for a deputy's use of so-called "less lethal" force on his clients. Atty. Douglas is in private practice at Douglas / Hicks Law in Los Angeles. Mr. Douglas is the former Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. where he was employed for over eleven years until opening his own practice in March 1998. Although he is perhaps best known for his successful work as the Coordinator of O.J. Simpson's criminal defense team, Mr. Douglas now represents plaintiffs in state and federal courts in his diverse civil litigation practice.https://www.instagram.com/ced.esq/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

This week marks twenty years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans leaving hundreds of people dead. What are the takeaways in the recovery and response? How can we apply those lessons in today's disaster-prone climate emergency era? Does it change if President Trump eliminates FEMA? How do we put humans over buildings? What does real transparency look like?https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Dominique goes in on local headlines and hot topics. How are Black businesses being hit by DEI bans? Are we our own safety net in Trump's world? Can we DIY our own programs and policies? And why was everybody and their mama at the Babyface show last night?https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

The daughter of the Moroccan diaspora, Ami Taf Ra, uses music to explore layers of history, spirit and heart. 2025 sees the release of Ami's The Prophet and the Madman on Brainfeeder. Crafted during the pandemic with producer and beloved musical collaborator and savant artist Kamasi Washington, the record is a metaphysical conversation with the Lebanese writer, philosopher and mystic, Khalil Gibran's classic and ceaselessly yielding texts. Kamasi Washington is a composer, arranger, bandleader and saxophonist. Collaboration, and a multi-disciplinary perspective, is key to Washington's process. It's what keeps him creative. Washington has played with a diverse group of musicians including Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Horace Tapscott, Lauryn Hill, Nas, Snoop Dogg,[13] George Duke, Chaka Khan and Ami Ta Fra. https://amitafra.com/https://www.kamasiwashington.com/bio/ https://www.instagram.com/amitaframusic/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Chris Rowles owner of Chili World Convenience Store 99Cents, dubbed the Crenshaw Black Bodega is in our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. We look at the urgency of saving Black owned businesses (like Dulan's) in Los Angeles and across the nation. We also track the labeling of Black people as terrorists, criminals and cartel collaborators during the military occupation of Black-led U.S. cities.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/chiliworldon43rd/#