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
Brittany Friedman is an award-winning sociologist and expert on politics, cover-ups, and the dark side of institutions. She holds an appointment with the American Bar Foundation as an Affiliated Scholar and previously as a 2021-2022 Access to Justice Scholar. On this podcast Dr. Friedman unmasks the Epstein coverup, Trump's prison record from the First Step Act to the ICE private prison boom and a little-known predatory prison policy known as Pay to Stay. https://www.instagram.com/thecurlyprofessor/ https://www.brittanyfriedman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation scrutinize the latest developments in the Epstein scandal. Will the release of two sets of emails change the game? Will Republicans cross party lines and vote for the release of the DOJ files? Are the ultra-rich tech bro-ligarchs ready to throw the President under the bus? What does is all mean for the Dems? What does it mean for America? https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://x.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fkbla1580
On this podcast five-time Emmy winner Dominique DIPrima looks at the LA City Council's new rent control policy and asks tough questions. DiPrima also takes on the LA Fire Department's shady moves around the Pacific Palisades fire and unveils the details of KBLA and African Focus' next trip to Africa. https://www.instagram.com/africanfocuspresents/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Attorney Jaaye Person Lynn was born and raised in L.A.'s Second District. A graduate of Hampton University and Howard School of Law, Attorney Person-Lynn mainly practices criminal defense and civil rights law. On this pod Dominique & Jaaye scrutinize the Department of Justice's investigation into UC Berkeley and what it means for our freedom of speech. https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Meditation instructor, sound bath expert, yoga teacher, astrologer and life coach Saharah Ali breaks down Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius, challenging us to revive, review and renew our lives and look at where we want to go. Later in the hour Dominique opens up the phone lines to make sense of inflation, the Democratic Party, the SNAP debacle and more. https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Award winning Gen X journalist and LA County Democratic Party delegate, Jasmyne Cannick to deal with the sellout Democratic Senators, a possible total holiday boycott and what's next for proposition 50. https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Fatima Iqbal Zubair is Chairwoman Emeritus of the California Progressive Caucus, a former STEM teacher, mom of a special needs child and a candidate for California's 65th Assembly district. On this podcast we take a look at the results of the mini blue wave that unfolded during yesterday's election. https://www.instagram.com/fatimaiqbalzubair/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique is joined by iconic broadcaster, author and activist Tavis Smiley and Black Lives Matter Grassroots Director Dr. Melina Abdullah. On this podcast we put Southern California Edison in the spotlight after they tried to gaslight, disrespect and disregard Black people in Altadena in the wake of the disastrous Eaton Canyon fire. Tavis is asking our delegation to call SCE CEO Pedro Pizarro at (626) 302-2255 then press 1.https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Thandiwe Abdullah is a youth activist, co-founder of the Black Lives Matter Youth Vanguard, member of LA Students Deserve, organizer with March for Our Lives and a recent graduate of Howard University.https://www.instagram.com/la_studentsdeserve/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
It's election day and the day after the Dodger Victory Parade. Dominique opens the mic and the phone lines.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Thandiwe Abdullah is a youth activist, co-founder of the Black Lives Matter Youth Vanguard, member of LA Students Deserve, organizer with March for Our Lives and a recent graduate of Howard University. https://www.instagram.com/la_studentsdeserve/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this pod we break down what's happening on the national landscape. When will SNAP benefits return? Why is Trump threatening Nigeria? What happens next with the government shutdown? What's the real story behind the DOJ investigation of Black Lives Matter? How do we pushback on racist AI? And what about redistricting?https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/ https://www.instagram.com/akili4thepeople/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Khansa Jones-Muhammad, better known as Friday Jones, is a reparations advocate and educator. KJ 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, and founding member of NAASD Los Angeles. On this podcast she spells out why she is voting "no" on California Proposition 50.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/iamfridayjones/
It's all about Dodger Blue today as the champs get ready for their big parade. As progressives how do we celebrate the home team and still stay true to our values? Dodgers' owner Mark Walter is a big investor in ICE detention centers. On this podcast we focus on how two things can be true and how to hold team ownership accountable, have nuanced conversations and still celebrate our team's victory. Professor, activist and mama La Mikia Castillo joins me.https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Scarier than Halloween is the onslaught of ops, posers, haters and reactionaries! How do we disagree without disrespect? Attack the position not the person? How do we foster healthy dialogue and dialectics rather than undermining and besmirching one another? The phone lines are open and the topics are fire.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
A native of Gardena, California, Steven Bradford is driven by a commitment to community service and social justice. A longtime public servant, Steven Bradford previously served in the California State Senate where he served as a member of the state Reparations Task Force. On this podcast he breaks down the state of reparations in California and nationally and looks at the way forward. https://www.bradfordforcalifornia.com.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast we argue over California Prop 50, look at the Drake Dodgers connection and what it has to do with rap music not breaking into the top 40, we cover the Paramount layoffs and look at the government shutdown what Democrats have left in their puny playbook. Ed Sanders is the President and CEO of ES Advisors and is a KBLA contributor.Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio
It's all about Dodger Blue today as the champs get ready for their big parade. As progressives how do we celebrate the home team and still stay true to our values? Dodgers' owner Mark Walter is a big investor in ICE detention centers. On this podcast we focus on how two things can be true and how to hold team ownership accountable, have nuanced conversations and still celebrate our team's victory. Professor, activist and mama La Mikia Castillo joins me. https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast we argue over California Prop 50, look at the Drake Dodgers connection and what it has to do with rap music not breaking into the top 40, we cover the Paramount layoffs and look at the government shutdown what Democrats have left in their puny playbook. Ed Sanders is the President and CEO of ES Advisors and is a KBLA contributor. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio
This podcast is all about California Prop 50. Why are you confused? Why does it benefit Black voters? Why it's not really about Gavin Newsom and more. Jasmyne cannick is an award-winning Gen X journalist and an LA County Democratic Party delegate.https://iamjasmyne.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Chris Smalls is the founder and president of the Amazon Labor Union. Under his leadership, the ALU successfully unionized an Amazon warehouse: a historic victory for workers and a titanic defeat for the behemoth corporation. In July 2025, Smalls joined several other activists aboard the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, attempting to break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip amid the Gaza genocide.https://www.thelaborpartyus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/chris.smalls_/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique poses the question: Is the conviction of Sonya Massey's killer a win and a sign of progress? Or is it another case of a cop getting away with murder? Brendon Glenn. SNAP benefits and other local issues are also in the conversation.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique poses the question: Is the conviction of Sonya Massey's killer a win and a sign of progress? Or is it another case of a cop getting away with murder? Brendon Glenn. SNAP benefits and other local issues are also in the conversation. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Roger Guenveur Smith is an American actor, director, and writer best known for his collaborations with Spike Lee and his powerful one-man shows including a play on Huey P. Newton and an onstage portrait of Frederick Douglas. Smith has appeared in films such as School Daze, Do the Right Thing, King of New York, Panther, Malcolm X, Poetic Justice, Get on the Bus, Eve's Bayou and He Got Game.https://outsideintheatre.org/basquiat/ https://www.instagram.com/outsideinthtr/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Contented Nail Parlor is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. Monique Fisher is the Owner, and she details the challenges of being a Black owned enterprise in a space dominated by other communities and her commitment to an upscale, professional vision. Late in the hour Dominique shares updates on the storm hitting Jamaica, Donald Trump's legal appeal and Bill Esayli's illegal job.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.contentednailparlor.com/
On this podcast we dive into the tough questions surrounding Proposition 50 in California's special election. What is Prop 50 and what does it have to do with Black Women's Health and Wellbeing? We are joined by public policy and social justice advocate Attorney LaKisha Camese and the Policy Director for Black WOmen for Wellness Action Project, Attorney Oneyemma Obieka.
On this podcast we dive into the tough questions surrounding Proposition 50 in California's special election. What is Prop 50 and what does it have to do with Black Women's Health and Wellbeing? We are joined by public policy and social justice advocate Attorney LaKisha Camese and the Policy Director for Black WOmen for Wellness Action Project, Attorney Oneyemma Obieka.
Dr. R. Kweku Akyirefi Amoasi is a licensed psychologist in the state of Wisconsin. A clinical psychologist by trade he is the Chief Wellness Officer for Blaquesmith Psychological Consultative Services, LLC. On this podcast we look at how to support the mental health and wellbeing of young Black men in particular and Black men in general. How do we improve relations between men and women? How do we counteract the influence of social media? How do we move beyond dog-eat-dog western values to a supportive collective consciousness?https://www.instagram.com/unconquerablephd/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Lenny McAllister is a Senior Fellow at the Commonwealth Foundation, a Senior Fellow at Founding Forward, a radio host on Newsradio KDKA and an alumnus of the Chicago Defender. On this podcast we look at how Republicans from the party of Reagan an navigate today's MAGA GOP.https://www.instagram.com/lennymcallister/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation take on local issues. Why is LA County trying to block the release of the names and photos of sheriff's deputies? Will LA DA Nathan Hochman pursue the case against former LAPD officer Clifford Proctor? Will the Dems ever get their messaging right? Can the cop who killed Sonya Massey be convicted? and more.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation take on local issues. Why is LA County trying to block the release of the names and photos of sheriff's deputies? Will LA DA Nathan Hochman pursue the case against former LAPD officer Clifford Proctor? Will the Dems ever get their messaging right? Can the cop who killed Sonya Massey be convicted? and more. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this episode of Black Marriage Monday author, motivational speaker and relationship counselor Jewel Diamond Taylor speaks on her own 55-year union and what to look for as you build yours.https://www.instagram.com/jewelmotivates/ https://jeweldiamondtaylor.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this edition of Mindful Monday, meditation instructor, astrologer, yoga teacher and sound bath specialist Saharah Ali leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation. She also breaks down the Sun in Scorpio. Later in the hour we open the phone lines and take on the disappearance of America first in the Trump agenda.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
James Farr is a journalist who writes for the LA Progressive and host of The Conversation Live: Altadena Rising on KBLA 1580AM. On this podcast Dominique and James debate Prop 50, update on the recovery and relief efforts in Altadena and read between the headlines.https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
James Farr is a journalist who writes for the LA Progressive and host of The Conversation Live: Altadena Rising on KBLA 1580AM. On this podcast Dominique and James debate Prop 50, update on the recovery and relief efforts in Altadena and read between the headlines.
Ben Guillory is a theatre veteran who believes in the power and purpose of theatre. Guillory studied at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco and, for more than forty years, has worked extensively in theatre, film, and television as an actor, director, and producer. Julio Hansen, Ed.D, is a creative leader, performer and educator with over 30 years of experience. He is a SAG/AFTRA entertainer who has performed with Toni Braxton, Prince & Kelis. He is school principal Loyola Village Fine & Performing Arts Magnet in Los Angeles. He has performed and written with the Robey Theatre for fourteen years. On this podcast we look at the work of the Robey Theatre and the role of the theater in our current political environment. https://www.therobeytheatrecompany.org/ https://www.instagram.com/therobeytheatrecompany/
Ben Guillory is a theatre veteran who believes in the power and purpose of theatre. Guillory studied at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco and, for more than forty years, has worked extensively in theatre, film, and television as an actor, director, and producer. Julio Hansen, Ed.D, is a creative leader, performer and educator with over 30 years of experience. He is a SAG/AFTRA entertainer who has performed with Toni Braxton, Prince & Kelis. He is school principal Loyola Village Fine & Performing Arts Magnet in Los Angeles. He has performed and written with the Robey Theatre for fourteen years. On this podcast we look at the work of the Robey Theatre and the role of the theater in our current political environment.https://www.therobeytheatrecompany.org/ https://www.instagram.com/therobeytheatrecompany/
On this episode of Freedmen Friday we look at the state of reparations today, the outlook on a federal level and why the little things also matter. Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter, is a UCLA professor and the author of Radical Reparation. He is a leading voice in the reparations movement. Dreisen Heath is a researcher and advocate in Human Rights Watch's United States Program examining and advocating on racial justice issues in the US context. She leads Human Rights Watch's domestic research and advocacy on reparations and reparative justice. https://www.instagram.com/marcusanthonyhunter/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreisen-heath/
154 years ago on this day the largest mass killing in Los Angeles history took place and the victims were all Chinese. On this pod former City Council member and Professor of urban planning Michael Woo shares this little-known story and his quest to make sure it is never forgotten.https://1871memorial.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Krystle Hickman is a TEDx speaker, artist, scientist, and photographer based in Los Angeles, California. Through artful photography, Hickman strives to increase awareness of the decline in native bee species and highlight their biodiverse ecosystems. Her photography has been featured in The LA Times, various books, and scientific journals. Hickman was awarded a National Geographic Explorer grant to help create her new book: The ABCs of California's Native Bees.https://beesip.com/ https://www.instagram.com/beesip/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique and Sherri opine on the national headlines: the demolition of the White House East Wing, the fine print student loan forgiveness, Venezuela, the Big Ugly Bill, the government shutdown and more and more. Sherri Bell is a labor activist and KBLA contributor.https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation hack the headlines and tackle the talking points on left coast issues. One caller who claims he wants to protect Black women proceeds to attack them - fun conversation follows.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation hack the headlines and tackle the talking points on left coast issues. One caller who claims he wants to protect Black women proceeds to attack them - fun conversation follows. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Jodie Evans is the co-founder of CODEPINK and the after-school writing program 826LA, and serves on the CODEPINK Board of Directors. She has been a visionary advocate for peace for several decades. Jodie is the co-editor of two books, "Twilight of Empire: Responses to Occupation" and "Stop the Next War Now: Effective Responses to Violence and Terrorism." On this podcast we reflect on the work of Code Pink, Jodie's journey and the actions the organization is taking to foster peace and challenge empire.https://www.instagram.com/codepinkalert/ https://www.codepink.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a celebrity cosmetic dermatologist providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. 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. Jhade and Krystal Barnes are dedicated to organizing health and wellness events for positive impact on their communities. On this podcast we focus on Black Men's Health - mental, physical and spiritual and their work with the African American Male Wellness Agency.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-men-real-talk-los-angeles-mental-wellness-summit-feat-earthquake-tickets-1711593645669?aff=ebdssbdestsearch https://www.instagram.com/aawellnessla/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wallaceskinandbody/
Alberto Retana is the president and CEO of Community Coalition, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the social and economic conditions in South LA that contribute to addiction, crime, violence, and poverty. The Coalition builds a strong community institution that engages thousands of residents in creating, influencing, and changing public policy. On this podcast we look at the challenges and opportunities of building solidarity in super divisive national landscape. Retana invites you to the Left Coast Forum 10/25/25 in Los Angeles.https://cocosouthla.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/left-coast-forum-2025-tickets-1712468692959
Jodie Evans is the co-founder of CODEPINK and the after-school writing program 826LA, and serves on the CODEPINK Board of Directors. She has been a visionary advocate for peace for several decades. Jodie is the co-editor of two books, "Twilight of Empire: Responses to Occupation" and "Stop the Next War Now: Effective Responses to Violence and Terrorism." On this podcast we reflect on the work of Code Pink, Jodie's journey and the actions the organization is taking to foster peace and challenge empire. https://www.instagram.com/codepinkalert/ https://www.codepink.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this pod we analyze the national "No Kings' protests, the BLM California victory of Wakiesha's Law, the National Day Against Police Brutality and why we don't use the term "law enforcement" anymore. Dr. Melina Abdullah is a professor of Black Studies at Cal State LA, a union leader with the California Faculty Association and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/ https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr. Annahita Mahdavi West was born and raised in Iran. She immigrated from Iran in 1985 and resided in Turkey as a UN refugee until mid-1987, when she was granted residency in Sweden. She came to the United States in 1990, where she was granted political asylum in the United States by 2005. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Human Development from Vanguard University in 2007, and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2010, and her Ph. D in 2018 in International Psychology with an emphasis on Global Trauma Services from Chicago University. She is a Professor at Long Beach City College Department of Allied Health.https://www.drannahitamahdaviwest.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Maximina Juson is a poet, bassist, content creator and filmmaker. In 2024, she premiered her directorial debut, One Person, One Vote, at The Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles, California winning the Programmers' Award for Best Documentary Feature. Kyle Bowser serves as the Senior Vice President of the Hollywood Bureau. Mr. Bowser is responsible for advancing NAACP's Hollywood projects, relationships, and overseeing NAACP's Image Awards production. For nearly three decades, Kyle Bowser has worked as an entertainment industry executive. His experience spans film, television, music, theater, radio, and digital media. On this podcast we focus on saving our democracy and the People's Party - using arts and culture to foster civic engagement.https://peoplesparty.civicsissexy.co/welcome https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique freestyles the headlines bringing her unique progressive lens to everything from prop 50 to Diddy and beyond. The phone lines are open and Ron from Richmond says, "Trump is the Devil." Lively convo follows.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
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