Tavis Smiley

Political scientist, professor, and author Christina Greer explains how a 33-year-old NY Assemblyman and Democratic Socialist named Zohran Mamdani shocked the Democratic Party establishment by winning the Democratic primary in New York City. She will also address the Department of Homeland Security's deportation message now blitzing the media airwaves.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Rashad Robinson, former president of Color of Change, reacts to the stunning defeat of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor's race.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dr. Niambi Carter, author and Associate Professor at the School of Public Policy at The University of Maryland, gives her analysis about the impact of Trump's leadership in geopolitics and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Actor O-T Fagbenle joins Tavis for a conversation about his roles on both “Presumed Innocent” and “The Handmaid's Tale.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Phyllis Bennis, activist and director of the New Internationalism Project at the Institute for Policy Studies, talks about the latest developments in the Middle East and her new book “Understanding Palestine and Israel.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, attorney, and author Geraldo Rivera, shares his thoughts about the Israel-Iran ceasefire, immigration, and trending political news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Comedian Marcus D. Wiley shares his latest comedy special “Marriage is Major Surgery,” which has more than three million views on YouTube.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali, Executive Vice President of the National Wildlife Federation and Founder and President of Revitalization Strategies, talks about the risk of celebrating Juneteenth with no environmental justice protections.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Marc Lamont Hill, co-host of “Upfront” on Al Jazeera English and “The Joe Budden Podcast,” is back to celebrate four years of “Tavis Smiley,” which he helped kick off as the very first guest on the very first episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

KBLA Talk 1580 hosts Jesse Jackson Jr., Adrianne Shropshire, and Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, give their activist analysis of Juneteenth in the Trump era, energizing Black voters, and other trending socio-political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Corinna Barrett Lain, University of Richmond law professor and author of “Secrets of the Killing State: The Untold Story of Lethal Injection,” looks at where we are with the state-sponsored act of violence known as the death penalty.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Retired Superior Court and author of “Her Honor: My Life On The Bench. . . What Works, What's Broken, and How to Change It,” Judge LaDoris Cordell shares her thoughts about Juneteenth, the judicial branch under Trump, and other political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Comedian Ali Siddiq talks about his newest comedy special "Rugged," streaming now on YouTube, and why Vulture declared him to be stand-up comedy's most prolific storyteller.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Susan Sturm, Columbia Law School professor and Founding Director of the Center for Institutional and Social Change, takes us inside her new text “What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform Our Institutions.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Maya Wiley, President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, talks about her new memoir "Remember, You Are a Wiley," and her keynote address at this weekend's Empowerment Congress for Juneteenth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Philip Kadish, professor of American studies at Pace University in New York City, talks about his debut book “The Great White Hoax: 200 Years of Selling Racism in America.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Actor, author, and Co-Founder of the LA Women's Theatre Festival, Adilah Barnes, talks about theatre in the time of Trump and why stories about Black people and women must be told.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Juan Proaño, head of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), is back with his assessment of the current immigration crackdown and centrist Democrat pushback on Mexican flags at protests.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Connie Rice, civil rights attorney and co-founder of the Urban Peace Institute, talks about the trending political stories of the day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Faith Jenkins, former Manhattan prosecutor turned judge and creator of Virtual Justice, and her husband, Grammy-nominated R&B star Kenny Lattimore, talk about their lawsuit against "anonymous" YouTubers, and their upcoming projects.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Stefan Bradley is in studio to talk about his new book “If We Don't Get It: A People's History of Ferguson,” and how it connects to this grim American moment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) sounds off on this weekend's military birthday parade in DC and “No Kings” protests everywhere else, as well as the current state of our Department of Education.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nekima Levy Armstrong, renowned civil rights attorney and founder of the Racial Justice Network, discusses the recent killing of Minnesota Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In the final installment of this special KBLA Talk 1580 Live series, Tavis Smiley and his guests explore the long-term consequences of the troop deployment to LA and examine what's next for local leadership, public safety, and civic response.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Tavis Smiley continues the conversation in Part 2 of this KBLA Talk 1580 Live series, diving deeper into the aftermath of Trump's decision to send troops to LA. The panel reflects on community reactions, media narratives, and what this means for the city.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In this special live broadcast on KBLA Talk 1580, Tavis Smiley breaks down Trump's controversial decision to deploy troops to Los Angeles. Joined by colleagues and experts, the conversation unpacks the political and social implications of this move.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

As we celebrate the birthday weekend of Tupac Shakur, his stepbrother Mopreme Shakur joins Tavis in studio with an update about his family's ongoing efforts to find justice for his untimely death 29 years ago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dean Van Nguyen, the Irish-Vietnamese author of the new book, “Words for My Comrades: A Political History of Tupac Shakur,” joins the show as we celebrate the late artist's birthday weekend.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Christine Goodman, Pepperdine University law professor and constitutional law expert, joins Tavis in studio to review the current term of the U.S. Supreme Court, which wraps up later this month.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

John Nichols, National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation magazine, talks about Trump's use of military force on civilians and the Progressive response this weekend with “No Kings Day” protests scheduled nationwide.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

With June being Men's Health Month and Father's Day around the corner, Tavis talks with Dr. Charles Daniel Jr., co-founder and CEO of the nonprofit organization Father's Uplift and author of the new book "Present: The Crisis of American Fatherhood and The Power of Showing Up."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Jonathan D. Cohen, author of the new text “Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling,” is back with a breakdown of the problem plaguing young men and so many communities.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Colorado Springs Democrat Sen. Tony Exum explains how he was able to pass a new requirement to teach Black history in Colorado schools in the midst of the national DEI pushback.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Judd Legum, author of the political newsletter Popular Information, and former Hillary Clinton insider, gives his progressive take on how Democrats should respond to President Donald Trump's domestic use of the military.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Comedian Daphnique Springs talks about her new Hulu special “LOL! Live,” her upcoming Juneteenth show at the Icehouse in Pasadena, and her national tour dates.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Grammy-nominated singer, record producer, and founder of the legendary R&B group Club Nouveau, Jay King, talks to Tavis about the multifaceted funk frontman and visionary musician Sly Stone, who passed away Monday at age 82.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Adolph Reed, professor emeritus of political science at the University of Pennsylvania, is back with his take on the demise of the Democrats, the predictable meltdown of the Trump-Musk bromance, and how we bounce back from it all.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Paul Allen Billings, General Manager of our affiliate stations WHBP in Orlando, Florida and WUVS in Muskegon, Michigan, tells us about the ultimate radio promotion - a free trip to Africa for low-income kids!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Leah Boustan, Princeton economics professor and co-author of the text, “Streets of Gold: America's Untold Story of Immigrant Success,” exposes right-wing myths about crime by America's newest residents.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Barbara McQuade, former U.S. Attorney and author of the New York Times bestselling book “Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America,” tells us how disinformation and violence are part of the same authoritarian playbook. Plus, the latest on Donald Trump deploying the National Guard to LA amid immigration raids.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

John Ridley, Oscar-winning screenwriter and co-host of the “Doc Talk” podcast, reflects on his long career and shares his latest project, a cultural arts center in his hometown of Milwaukee.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Clarence Thomas, former labor union leader, Ryan Coogler's uncle, and author of the book “Mobilizing In Our Own Name: Million Worker March,” joins Tavis in studio to talk about his extraordinary life and the immense power of his union to affect the global economy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Shermichael Singleton, conservative CNN commentator, talks about MAGA remorse and being co-owner of the Guns Out firearms media company and co-founder of We The Free TV.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Erika Alexander, actor and Economic Justice Advocate, and Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, take us inside this week's launch of a national Living Wage For All campaign.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Ray Richardson, veteran sports journalist and host of the sports show "Out of Bounds" on KBLA Talk 1580, looks at the new generation of Black female tennis stars tearing it up at the French Open this year and the NBA Finals.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Daniel Kyri, best known for playing Darren Ritter on “Chicago Fire,” shares his latest title role in the audio drama “Hamlet,” which has its World Listening Premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival this Thursday, and his debut EP.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Charles Blow, former New York Times Opinion columnist, tells us about his Langston Hughes Fellowship at Harvard and why Democrats need to start fighting back.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Actor Mykelti Williamson, producer Kip Konwiser, and director Jon Avnet talk about their inspiring sports drama "The Last Rodeo" and how they are telling meaningful stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.