Weekdays 6AM-9AM They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective. The show features newsmakers, but also unconventional voices you likely won’t hear anywhere else on LA talk radio; a
TEC Leimert is a Black‑owned and operated non‑profit organization serving underserved communities. They are bringing forth Ill Camille to share her knowledge on the evolution of TEC Leimert and its impact on culture and technology. Their mission is simple: TEC Leimert aims to bridge the growing digital divide facing communities of color. The founders created a platform for South Central Los Angeles to thrive in a technology‑driven digital economy. Camille says TEC Leimert continue this work by creating welcoming workshops and events in Leimert Park—covering vinyl culture, traditional audio techniques, sound design, beat‑making, and innovative music production. Their programming explores how tools like Serato can elevate sound creation, pushing forward both music innovation and community evolution.https://www.email.com/hello@labwc.org https://www.tecleimert.org/ https://www.instagram.com/illcamille/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
This morning, Dominique DiPrima elaborated on the death of Karmelo Anthony and discussed how the attorney is requesting an appeal, even though he must serve 17 years before becoming eligible. This should be considered a self‑defense case. She also spoke about the rise and fall of America, emphasizing that the electoral system must benefit the community in order for the community to succeed. Right now, many feel that Donald Trump is failing the community. We still want our 40 acres and a mule — and we want Karmelo free. Next, KBLA 1580 opening the line for callers' opinion.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
LAWC Campaign & Coalition Manager Trina Traylor and Policy Action Coordinator Tasnim Chowdhury share an important update on the status of our community recommendations in the ongoing Los Angeles Charter Reform process. Despite months of outreach, several City Council offices continue to delay engagement with the LA City Worker Coalition—offering inconsistent communication and procedural barriers that slow urgently needed reforms for working families and Black workers across Los Angeles. Join LAWC on June 12, 2026, City Council will present community‑driven recommendations to the public.https://lablackworkercenter.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr. Allycin Powell‑Hicks joins Dominique DiPrima to discuss her new book The Problem with Pretty: Beauty, Bias and the Surprising Science of Good Looks. A clinical psychologist and media expert, she explores what being pretty really means, breaks down her ethics‑driven coaching style, and explains how her core motivators—beauty, knowledge, and creativity—shape her work. The conversation centers Black womanhood, mental health, and caring for ourselves in demanding spaces.www.instagram.com/allycinhicks/ https://www.allycinhicks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr. Allycin Powell‑Hicks joins Dominique DiPrima to discuss her new book Beauty Bias and the Surprising Science of Good Looks: The Problem with Pretty. A clinical psychologist and media expert, she reflects on how her work in Southern California clinics. She shares advice for Black women doctoral students on balance, self‑love, and finding mentors through smaller professional groups, and what definds being pretty means . She also breaks down her ethics‑driven coaching style and how her core motivators—beauty, knowledge, and creativity—shape her work. The conversation centers Black womanhood, mental health, and caring for ourselves in demanding spaces.https://www.instagram.com/allycinhicks/ https://www.allycinhicks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Karmelo Anthony was just 17 years old when he was confronted and bullied at a high‑school track meet. Despite the fact that the aggressors put their hands on him first, Karmelo was charged with first degree murder and convicted. Karmelo, now 19, received a 35‑year prison sentence. Dominique DiPrima and Melina Abdullah discussed the case in the broader context of race, justice, and community impact. Melina Abdullah, a professor of Pan‑African Studies at Cal State LA and co‑founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles and Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. She was named Cornel West's 2024 vice‑presidential running mate.https://www.facebook.com/melina.abdullah.7/ https://blmgrassroots.org/leadership/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/dr-melina-abdullah-bio/ https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Attorney Jaaye Person Lynn is a graduate of Hampton University and Howard U Law School. He in in private practice focusing on criminal and civil rights law. On this pod he breaks down the legal issues in the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony and takes a look at how the courts are moving to force accountability on President Donald Trump.https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique breaks down the story of Karmelo Anthony a teenager on trial for murder after defending himself from bullies, speaks on the ascension of Republican Steve Hilton into the top two contenders for California Governor and the implications of Spelman College choosing Robotics and AI expert, Dr. Ayanna Howard as its new Presidenthttps://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique Diprima conversates with a local LA leader. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Aja monet is a surrealist blues poet, storyteller, and organizer born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Aja Monet follows in the long legacy and tradition of poets participating and assembling in social movements. Her first full collection of poems is titled, My Mother Was a Freedom Fighter on Haymarket Books. Aja Monet also serves as the Artistic Creative Director for V-Day, a global movement to end violence against all women and girls. Her latest album release is The Color of Rain.
Meditation teacher, yoga instructor, astrologer and sound bath specialist Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation and affirmation. And she urges to practice emotional regulation over ego with Mercury, Venus and Jupiter in Cancer.https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Jasmyne is an award-winning journalist, veteran Democratic political strategist, and cultural and political commentator. She is also a delegate for the LA County Democratic Party. On this podcast we update on the election results even as ballots continued to be counted. What does Councilmember Nithya Raman's apparent rise into the top two in LA Mayoral election mean for the city, the November election and Black LA in particular?https://iamjasmyne.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Edwonda White is a Comedian, Writer and Actress. Seen on Martin Lawrence's 1st Amendment Stand up on Starz, Def Comedy Jam, Showtime at the Apollo, Comedy Central, Que Locos, B.E.T's Comic View and more. On this pod Edwonda share her rise and reinvention in comedy and addresses some of the controversies and misconceptions of the craft.https://www.instagram.com/edwondasworld/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
"elected Revolutionary" Charles Barron is a member of the original Black Panther Party, a longtime reparationist, and a former NYC city councilman. On this "FreedmenFriday segment Barron explains the multiple stall outs, challenges and the forward progress of New York's state and municipal reparations efforts.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Rev. Edward” Eddie” Anderson is a passionate civil rights activist and ordained minister with degrees from Morehouse College and Claremont School of Theology. Rev. Anderson affectionately known as Pastor Eddie is an organizer for LA Voice (PICO), advocate for Black Lives Matter, Co-Founder of Clergy4BlackLives, a convener and former Co-Chair of the New Poor People's Campaign in California and was a Bethany and Preston Taylor Fellow.https://www.mccartychurch.org/ https://www.instagram.com/eddielanderson/ https://www.instagram.com/mccartyconnect/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr. Paul W. Wallace is a dermatologist in Los Angeles, California and is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He has expertise in treating psoriasis, among other conditions, such as, plastic surgery, and reconstructive surgery, he is a trusted specialist for patients seeking natural, transformative enhancements.https://www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com/dr-wallace https://www.facebook.com/skinndoc/ https://www.instagram.com/wallaceskinandbody/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
MkCoi Zeno is a multidisciplinary healer and designer whose work blends art, spirituality, herbalism, and crystal jewelry craftsmanship. MkCoi said he's, a certified yoga instructor, makeup artist, iridologist, and Reiki healer, with nine years of herbalist experience at Simply Wholesome. He also owns Zeno Sea Moss Company.https://www.facebook.com/MkCoiZenoWellness/ https://www.instagram.com/mkcoizenowellness/ https://www.beautynailhairsalons.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique Diprima opens the phone lines for headlines and hot topics during her live morning radio show First Things First on KBLA 1580 AM. First Things First. During these segments, she invites listeners to weigh in on local politics, community issues, and current events. This is consistent with her long-standing style as a community-focused talk host.
Dr. Julianne Malveaux is an economist, author, and commentator known for her national media appearances, leadership in civil rights and education organizations, and extensive public speaking, having lectured at more than 500 institutions while focusing in recent years on broadcasting, journalism, and authorship. Please follow Malveaux's Newsletter is link below.https://www.facebook.com/julianne.malveaux/ https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/MJ6o7Xu/NewsletterArchive https://www.juliannemalveaux.com/about https://www.instagram.com/drjlastword/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Miles Low — Las Vegas Battle Rapper & Musician Miles Low is an American battle rapper and songwriter from North Las Vegas, Nevada, known for his viral battle rap videos and dynamic live performances YouTube+1. He's gained a strong following through platforms like YouTube, where his battle rap catalog has amassed over 17.9 million total views across nine recorded battles.https://www.facebook.com/mileslowmusic/ https://coast2coastlive.com/member/mileslowmusic https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On today's podcast, Dominique Diprima sat down with Jasmyne Ariel Cannick to discuss the June 2, 2026, election. Cannick is a respected political strategist, journalist, and commentator known for her insightful analysis of popular culture, race, and politics. A longtime advocate for underrepresented and marginalized communities, she was re-elected as a Delegate to the Los Angeles County Democratic Central Committee during California's March 2024 Presidential Primary Election.https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.facebook.com/JasmyneCannick/ https://iamjasmyne.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Shirley Nash Weber, Ph.D., was nominated to serve as California Secretary of State by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2020 and voters elected her for a full term in 2022. On this podcast she shares Election Day voting tips and addresses our concerns on the process, the changes and recent headlines. If you notice any voting irregularities, you may call the Secretary of State's voting hotline at (800) 345-VOTE.https://www.instagram.com/asmshirleyweber/
Isaac G. Bryan represents California's 55th Assembly District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw District, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Del Rey, Palms, Pico-Robertson, Beverly Grove, Mid-Wilshire, and large parts of South Los Angeles. Mr. Bryan serves as Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources as well as Chair of the Assembly Select Committee on The Status of Boys and Men of Color. In addition, he serves as a member of the following committees: Government Organization, Judiciary, Privacy & Consumer Protection, and the Joint Legislative Committee on Climate Change Policies.https://www.instagram.com/ib2_real/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique goes in on the talking points plaguing the Los Angeles Mayor's race and calls out YT and other non-Black progressives. Controller, City Attorney and more are also in the conversation. Is Mayor Karen Bass paying the "Black Tax" in this election? What qualifies Nithya Raman as a "progressive" when she votes in lock step with the Mayor? Will Spencer Pratt outperform his polling? How will progressives justify voting for a billionaire? And more "check yo'self" questions are in the convo.
Isaac G. Bryan represents California's 55th Assembly District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw District, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Del Rey, Palms, Pico-Robertson, Beverly Grove, Mid-Wilshire, and large parts of South Los Angeles. Mr. Bryan serves as Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources as well as Chair of the Assembly Select Committee on The Status of Boys and Men of Color. In addition, he serves as a member of the following committees: Government Organization, Judiciary, Privacy & Consumer Protection, and the Joint Legislative Committee on Climate Change Policies.https://www.instagram.com/ib2_real/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Meditation instructor, sound healer and astrologer Saharah Ali shares why the next twenty days are bringing "celestial magic." She also leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation.
La Mikia is an alumna and adjunct professor of the USC Sol Price School where she received dual master's degrees in public policy and urban planning, and Certificates in public management and political management. LaMikia is an Afro-Latina Black Lives Matter Grassroots activist and the mother of three young boys.
The last day to vote is close at hand. Dominique unmasks the "white-lash" among so-called progressives, the peril of outsmarting ourselves and why all of the cards are wild cards this election season.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
This is a rebroadcast of a conversation from 5/15/26 with reparationist and attorney Cheryce Cryer.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr. Rudolph "Butch" Ware is a tenured professor of African and Islamic history at UC Santa Barbara and community organizer who has dedicated his life to learning how to transform society. In 2024 he ran alongside Dr. Jill Stein as the Green Party Vice Presidential candidate, and now he is running for Governor. After serving as the Green Party's Vice-Presidential nominee in 2024, he is now running for Governor with a renewed Green Party politics that he says aimed at breaking the gridlock of the two-party duopoly.https://www.butchware4gov.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
LA Mayor Karen Bass joins Dominique Diprima to make the case for her re-election. Mayor Karen Bass says she is running for re-election because she believes the foundation for change in Los Angeles has been laid, and now is the time to build the city she and her team have started transforming. On this podcast she touches on homelessness, fire recovery, public safety, progressive wins and what she is offering Black Los Angeles.
Attorney Caree Harper joins DiPrima to share her picks for LA County Superior Court Judge for California's primary election Caree Annette Harper is a civil rights and criminal defense attorney who has worked with Dominique DiPrima for the past ten years to provide reliable information on judicial candidates. Admitted to California bar since 2002, she heads the Law Office of Caree Harper, focusing extensively on high stakes cases involving police brutality, racial profiling, and excessive force.
Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is political candidate and community organizer, as well as a former public-school teacher, environmental activist and consultant currently running for California State Assembly to represent District 65. An observant hijab-wearing Muslim and immigrant born in Dubai, she is the co-founder of the Tera immigrant Initiative, a non-profit organization that provides STEAM mentoring to underserved youth. On this pod she talks about her experience with anti-Muslim discrimination in the wake of the San Diego Mosque attack. We also look at its impact on our current election.https://www.fatimaforassembly.com/ https://www.facebook.com/fatimaforassembly/ https://www.instagram.com/fatimaiqbalzubair/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Antwone Quenton Fisher is a director, screenwriter, author, and film producer introducing his new book Reflections Beneath the Buckeye Trees: Notes from a Life gathers the deeply personal stories, memories, and lessons of Antwone Fisher. His 2001 autobiographical book Finding Fish was a New York and Times Best Seller. His 2002 hit film Antwone Fisher was written by Fisher and directed by Denzel Washington.https://antwone-fisher.com/ https://www.instagram.com/iamantwonefisher/ https://www.facebook.com/antwone.fisher.1/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio
Dominique Diprima open phones with KBLA 1580 Talk Radio and reading between the headlines regarding the June 2nd election, debating various candidates, and the "anti-weaponization" slush fund program of nearly $1.8 billion.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio
Ed Sanders, president of ES Advisors, joins in an engaging discussion with Dominique Diprima on who we are voting for governor, the white supremacist rhetoric in the LA Mayor's race, the origin story of the safe streets we currently enjoy and what's up with Congresswoman Maxine Waters.http://www.sandersweb.net/ed/ https://www.instagram.com/ed.sanders/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr Gabriela Dellapiana is an Assistant Professor in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Associate Director of the OBGYN Residency Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical.https://www.cedars-sinai.org/hereforla.html https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique and Sherri have a lot to say about the LA mayoral race, the governor's race, the labor perspective on the election and why Councilmember Nithya Raman may feel she doesn't need Black LA. Sherri Bell is a labor activist, a mom and your friendly neighborhood Dorsey Don.https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast, Dominique focuses on June 2nd election with Award-winning journalist Jarrett Hill who's most well-known for co-hosting the hit pop-culture and politics podcast FANTI. Journalist Jarrett Hill is an artist, activist and podcaster.https://www.jarretthill.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jarretthill/
Zach Sokoloff is a Los Angeles-based real estate executive, financial manager, and former educator who is currently running for Los Angeles City Controller in the June 2, 2026, primary election. Zach says he's Known for his extensive work in the L.A. entertainment real estate sector, he has focused his public platform on fiscal management, government accountability, and workforce diversity.https://zachforcontroller.com/ https://www.instagram.com/achforlacontroller/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast with Dominique Diprima and former defense attorney Tiffiny Townend Blacknell, esq discuss the June 2nd, 2026, election with Tiffiny Townend Blacknell. Tiffiny Townend Blacknell is a Los Angeles-based defense attorney, communications consultant, and criminal justice reform advocate who most notably served as the Chief of Staff for George Gascón Former Los Angeles County District Attorney.
On this podcast, Dominique focuses on June 2nd election with Award-winning journalist Jarrett Hill who's most well-known for co-hosting the hit pop-culture and politics podcast FANTI. Journalist Jarrett Hill is an artist, activist and podcaster.https://www.jarretthill.com https://www.instagram.com/jarretthill/
Zach Sokoloff is a Los Angeles-based real estate executive, financial manager, and former educator who is currently running for Los Angeles City Controller in the June 2, 2026, primary election. Zach says he's Known for his extensive work in the L.A. entertainment real estate sector, he has focused his public platform on fiscal management, government accountability, and workforce diversity.https://zachforcontroller.com https://www.instagram.com/achforlacontroller/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast with Dominique Diprima and former defense attorney Tiffiny Townend Blacknell, esq discuss the June 2nd, 2026, election with Tiffiny Townend Blacknell. Tiffiny Townend Blacknell is a Los Angeles-based defense attorney, communications consultant, and criminal justice reform advocate who most notably served as the Chief of Staff for George Gascón Former Los Angeles County District Attorney.https://tiffinyblacknelllaw.com/index.html https://www.instagram.com/@lwyrchc https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
As a second-generation immigrant from Ukraine, Andrej A. Selivra holds a degree from UCLA in Pollical Science and is a certified engineer specializing in designing building safety databases for corporations, enhancing financial systems, and optimizing operational processes.https://www.andrej4la.com/ https://www.instagram.com/andrej4la_mayor
On this podcast, Dominique focuses on RampLa.org, which provides business resources for businesses who want to do business with the city, the Olympics and other opportunities. Dominique also goes in on the taxation of cannabis, Donald Trump administration trying to take control of Greenland and the president's 1.8 billion YT grievance slush fundhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique covers the domestic terror shooting at the Islamic center in San Diego, where three victims were killed and the teenage gunmen died allegedly from self-inflicted gunshot wounds. Amin Abdullah , a heroic security guard and mosque member, was the first responder. Next, on the channel , we pay tribute to Andrew Joseph Jr who is a black lives member that passed a way in Florida, look at white identity politics, the impact of AIPAC and more,https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
A fourth generation Angeleno, Wren T. Brown is in his fourth decade as an actor. He is in his descended from a long line of talented performers. His family's theatrical legacy can be found on the pages of his recently published book "The Family Business: Four Generations of One Black Family's Artistic Odyssey." Waiting to Exhale, Beyond the Lights, Grey's Anatomy, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Simpsons and Seinfeld are just a few of the many productions he has appeared in. On this podcast he shares his journey and his latest work, the play Ain't Misbehaving, starring Ledisi.https://ebonyrep.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Rev. Edward” Eddie” Anderson is a passionate civil rights activist and ordained minister with degrees from Morehouse College and Claremont School of Theology. Rev. Anderson affectionately known as Pastor Eddie is a regional organizer for LA Voice(PICO), advocate for Black Lives Matter, Co-Founder of Clergy4BlackLives, a convener and former Co-Chair of the New Poor People's Campaign in California (led nationally by Rev. William Barber II).https://www.instagram.com/eddielanderson/ https://www.instagram.com/mccartyconnect/ https://www.mccartychurch.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique focuses on stuff like State Board of Equalization and other races you may not be familiar with. We also pay tribute to El Haj Malike El Shabazz on his 101st birthday.
Keith Cascio, "an Italian American from Brooklyn," is running for the California State Assembly District 55. Holding a bachelor's degree in from Duke University and a degree in software engineering, Cascio is a member of the Los Angeles County Republican Party. He is the treasurer and an executive board member of the LA County Republican Party.
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