Podcast appearances and mentions of Tavis Smiley

Rhae Lynn Barnes, Princeton historian and author of Darkology: Blackface and the American Way of Entertainment, reveals why the New York Times has called her new book the “Most Anticipated Nonfiction Book” of the month.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Lori Wallach, director of the Rethink Trade program at the American Economic Liberties Project, returns to explain how the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump's tariffs could impact the global economy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts on the humanitarian crisis surrounding Trump's war with Iran and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Eric Myricks, Democratic candidate for Idaho's lieutenant governor, goes inside his state's blue surge and explains why, even in a state with a Republican supermajority, Democrats are making inroads.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA), who helped bring down former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during her contentious hearing last month, returns to the studio with an update on the next pawns in the Trump administration who may be going, going, gone.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Professor, philosopher, and legal analyst Tim Golden discusses the Mississippi and Georgia elections, the future of voting, and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Phyllis Bennis, activist, author, and director of the New Internationalism Project at the Institute for Policy Studies, offers her thoughts on how Americans can stay hopeful amid the president's recklessness and build a movement against a war mired in confusion.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Michael K. Fauntroy, associate professor and founding director of the Race, Politics, and Policy Center at George Mason University, discusses the conditional “we” Black Americans face in times of war and shares his analysis of other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Juan Proaño, CEO of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), returns with a warning about deported migrants who are being killed after returning to the dangers of their home countries and offers his tribute to Rev. Jesse L. Jackson SrBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Gary Dorrien, the Reinhold Niebuhr Professor of Social Ethics at Union Theological Seminary and author of the memoir Over from Union Road, explains why he is known as America's leading champion of Christian socialismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Adolph Reed Jr., professor emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania, returns to reflect on The Jesse Jackson Phenomenon: The Crisis of Purpose in Afro-American Politics, the title of his 1986 book about the late civil rights leader and former presidential candidate.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Raquel Graham, CEO of Roq Innovation and host of Entrepreneuring with Raquel Graham on KBLA Talk 1580, shares her take on the economic effects of the war with Iran on business owners, how women-led savings clubs helped build the middle class, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Jason G. Green, former special assistant to President Barack Obama and author of the new memoir Too Precious To Lose: A Memoir of Family, Community, and Possibility, explains why he left his senior role in the White House to care for his 95-year-old grandmother in her final days.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Ashleigh Fields, breaking news reporter at The Hill, delivers the play-by-play of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's reassignment as a special envoy for “The Shield of the Americas” and looks ahead to the week in Washington.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

David Crawford, flutist, veteran arranger, and Compton native, joins Tavis Smiley in studio to share a newly remixed version of his single, “Africa Nouveau,” the first release from his forthcoming debut album, Something Borrowed, Something New.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Rabbi Steven B. Jacobs and Father Michael Pfleger, also known as the “crazy priest,” join Tavis Smiley and Dr. Cornel West to reflect on their contributions to Rev. Jesse Jackson's Celebration of Life this past weekend in Chicago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor Dr. Cornel West reflects on the homegoing service for Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., shares his analysis of the latest developments in Iran, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Chuck Hoskin Jr., principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, returns with his take on the historic nomination of U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin (Cherokee/R-OK) as the new DHS secretary and what it means for those “Homeland Security: Fighting Terrorism Since 1492” T-shirts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Marianne Williamson, renowned author, spiritual leader, and former presidential candidate, joins Tavis Smiley in studio to discuss the world's path from war to peace and her “yearlong journey into the mind of the miraculous.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Melissa Murray, NYU law professor and former clerk for then–Appeals Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, breaks down the constitutional crisis surrounding the attacks on Iran and what it could mean for the case against Trump if he ever returns to a courtroom.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Tavis Smiley and Dr. Cornel West offer tributes to Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. ahead of their travel to Chicago for his Celebration of Life services.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) returns to reflect on the legacy of his father, Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., ahead of this weekend's Celebration of Life in Chicago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dorothy Roberts, UPenn law and sociology professor and founding director of the Penn Program on Race, Science, and Society, discusses her new book, The Mixed Marriage Project: A Memoir of Love, Race, and Family, which blends her personal history with archival research on interracial marriage.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Cori Bush, former St. Louis congresswoman, member of The Squad, and founder of Movement 4 Freedom, returns with an update on her campaign to reclaim her seat from AIPAC-backed and centrist Democrats.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton explains why she is running for the state's open U.S. Senate seat, left by Dick Durbin, in the upcoming Democratic primary on March 17.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, discusses the latest developments involving Iran, the midterm elections, and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Tom Steyer, a frontrunner in the race for California governor, joins us in studio to lay out his plans for the Golden State and how he intends to emerge from a crowded field.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Yogi Peoples, a Volkswagen worker and member of the UAW-VW Bargaining Committee, explains her role in negotiations for one Tennessee factory's first union contract.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Justice correspondent for The Nation magazine, podcast host and author, talks about the legal implications of Trump's decision to attack Iran, without Congressional approval, and other justice topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor, Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts about U.S. and Israel strikes against Iran and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

President of the Institute of the Black World 21st Century and distinguished lecturer at York College City University of New York, tells us what he sees as the state of emergency without urgency in Black America. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Riker Islands first mindfulness coach, activist and author, takes us inside her new text, “Sit With Me: A No-BS Journey To Mindfulness And Meditation,” serves as a prescriptive guide for anyone who has felt disconnected, judged or lost. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nationally syndicated columnist and author of Navarrette Nation on Substack, Ruben Navarrette Jr. shares his analysis on the impact of the Iran strike on the midterms, the GOP, and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Hillary Clinton's closed-door deposition before the House Oversight Committee on Jeffrey Epstein produced zero new information, as she repeatedly denied ever meeting Epstein, having any connection to him, or knowing about his crimes. Despite over six hours of questioning, her answers stayed limited to blanket denials like "I never met Jeffrey Epstein" and "I had no idea about their criminal activities," offering nothing substantive to advance the probe into elite accountability. Critics see this as classic evasion, with Clinton dismissing the entire session as repetitive "political theater" designed to distract from others like President Trump rather than uncover truth for victims. Are we going to see different answers from President Bill Clinton? We also cover: Candance Owen is the NEW Chelsea Handler Tampa International Airport Bans PJs & Crocs Bohemian Grove Membership LEAKED Presidential Democrat Roster for 2028 Tom Homan Message to Pope Leo XIV 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:24 A GHOST in the Pat Gray Studio?! 03:09 Shannon Bream Visits the Studio 05:09 U.S.A. & Iran Extend Negotiations 10:13 Hillary Clinton Photo Taken by Lauren Boebert 12:01 James Comer on the Hillary Clinton Deposition 13:45 James Comer Asked about Howard Lutnick being Called to Testify 15:11 Hillary Clinton on Jeffrey Epstein/Bill Clinton Timeline 17:43 Lauren Boebert on Why she Leaked the Hillary Clinton Photo 18:48 Barry Levine & Jesse Watters Discuss Epstein's Prison Cell 24:02 Bill Gates Blackmailed by Epstein over Russian Women Affairs 26:18 Larry Summers Resigns from Harvard Due to Epstein Connections 31:15 Who's in Favor of U.S. Involvement in Iran? 32:45 Fat Five 49:57 Candace Owens Believes Erika Kirk is Trans?! 52:24 The Absolute Insanity of Project: Looking Glass 58:19 AMERICA DIDN'T EXIST UNTIL 1945?!?! 59:09 Bohemian Grove List Released 1:07:49 Ryan Gosling's Hail Mary Jeopardy Win! 1:12:08 #PutThatInYourPipe Issues on Twitter/X 1:15:37 John Thune's Dog Parade 1:16:43 Mitch McConnell is Completely Out of It! 1:20:06 Harry Enten on 2028 Democratic Presidential Nominees 1:23:31 Tavis Smiley & Dr. Cornel West on Gavin Newsom's Comments 1:27:34 Black Woman Voter Calls Out White Liberal Man Voter 1:30:33 SAVE ACT, SAVE America Act, & MEGA Act 1:32:25 Tom Homan on Pope Leo XIV's Disagreements with Trump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Greer, professor at Fordham University, author and political scientist, gives her analysis of the impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson's progressivism, the first year of Trump, and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar and special contributor Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts on the future of this democratic republic and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In celebration of Black History Month honorees at a special Grammy Museum event, Tavis reprises segments from his recent conversations with comedians Luenell, Deon Cole, and Earthquake.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Eli Attie, Emmy Award–winning TV writer and former speechwriter for Vice President Al Gore, shares his expectations for President Trump's State of the Union address tonight and reflects on the breakdown of civility since his days in Washington.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Jaime Harrison, former DNC chair and host of the YouTube show “At Our Table,” previews tonight's “Black People's Alternative to the State of the Union,” which he is headlining alongside Angela Rye and Karen Finney.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Gina Belafonte, co-founder of Sankofa.org previews the inaugural fundraiser celebrating what would have been her father Harry Belafonte's 99th birthday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Mopreme Shakur returns with his new memoir, “THIS THUG'S LIFE: An Unapologetically Black Story,” and takes us inside the Shakur family, the iconic hip-hop group T.H.U.G. L.I.F.E., and the legacy of his younger brother, Tupac Shakur.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Virginia Kase Solomón, president and CEO of Common Cause, gives her take on President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, the state of our democracy and where we go from hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

U.S. Rep Al Green (D-TX) talks about being ejected from the State of The Union - again - this time for holding up the protest sign 'Black People Aren't Apes' during the address.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Lewis Gordon, professor and head of the Department of Philosophy at the University of Connecticut, offers his insights on Rev. Jackson lying in state in South Carolina, the State of the Union and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

As U.S. warships line up along the coast of Iran, renowned director and screenwriter Nicholas Meyer explains how his seminal 1983 made-for-TV movie “The Day After” was viewed by 100 million Americans and changed President Ronald Reagan's mind on nuclear weapons.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dr. Vincent Intondi, Cornell University scholar, editor of Nuclear Times, and executive director of Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility, shares his reflections on Rev. Jesse Jackson's pivotal work on nuclear disarmament. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dr. Sonja Hughes, OB-GYN and vice president of community health at Susan G. Komen, highlights promising data showing that fewer Black women died from breast cancer in nine major cities over the past decade.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar and special contributor Dr. Cornel West shares his insights on Rev. Jesse Jackson's homegoing service, Trump's upcoming State of the Union address and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

James Peterson, writer, educator and host of “Evening WURDS” on WURD (900 AM and 96.1 FM) in Philadelphia, discusses the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Supreme Court's decision on tariffs and other trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

The “Original Bad Girl of Comedy,” Luenell, returns to talk about being honored at the KBLA Talk 1580 Black History Month luncheon in support of the flagship station — and to share when she's coming to a comedy club near you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.