Podcast appearances and mentions of Tavis Smiley

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols talks about the creation of The Greenwood Trust, a $105 million reparations package, as the city addresses the systemic impact of the 1921 atrocity.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Elizabeth Wilkins, president and CEO of the Roosevelt Institute (and daughter of the legendary Roger Wilkins), reveals how a possible recession will impact Black America and shares how the progressive legacy of FDR and Eleanor can help shape the Democratic Party in the future.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.

Ryan Grim, co-founder of Drop Site and co-host of “Counter Points,” is back to connect the dots between Andrew Cuomo, the front-runner in the New York City mayor's race, and supporters of the Netanyahu regime in Israel.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Erik G. Wexler, President and CEO of Providence, talks about the "polycrisis" facing America's health care system and how we can chart a new path to health equity.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Debbie J. Goldman, former research director and telecommunications policy director with the Communications Workers of America, talks about her new book "Disconnected: Call Center Workers Fight For Good Jobs In The Digital Age" and why we can't overlook the struggle of service workers in this critical time of change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Andrew Goldberg and Eric Ward go inside their new documentary “White With Fear," which exposes the decades-long war by the conservative political machine to amass power, exploit Black people, and stoke narratives of white victimization.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Former New York Governor David Paterson (D-NY) talks politics with Tavis, including this month's primary for New York City mayor.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

The founder of Kwanzaa and chair of the Department of Africana Studies at California State University Long Beach, Dr. Maulana Karenga talks about socio-political issues and his forthcoming book, "The Liberation Ethics of Hajj Malcolm: Critical Consciousness, Moral Grounding and Transformative Struggle."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Award-winning journalist, documentarian, and CEO of Soledad O'Brien Productions, Soledad O'Brien talks about her public affairs show "Matter Of Fact," her work, and why story telling is crucial for this moment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Georgia Heers, who plays Ella the Jazz Singer in the five-time Tony-nominated hit play "Good Night and Good Luck," tells us about her rapid ascent from Greer, South Carolina to Julliard and Broadway.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duke University professor Dr. Wylin Wilson takes us inside the high maternal mortality crisis facing Black mothers and talks about her new book, "Womanist Bioethics: Social Justice, Spirituality, and Black Women's Health."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Alphonso R. Jackson, former Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary, is back to share how he believes the Trump administration can lower the cost of living and improve the lives of Black folks.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.

Zo Williams, host of “The Voice of Reason” on KBLA Talk 1580, and comedian and actor Ray Grady, join Tavis in studio to talk about their Comedic Relationship Roundtable Series, where comedy collides with connection.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Kenny Garrett, GRAMMY Award-winning alto saxophonist and composer, reflects on his days playing with Miles Davis and previews his weekend residency at the Blue Note in New York City.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Playwright Patricia McGregor and actor Daniel J. Watts talk about the new bioplay "Lights Out: Nat ‘King' Cole," co-written by Colman Domingo, and starring Dule Hill as the titular jazz artist.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Comedian Arnez J shares his first comedy special in 10 years, "Not Gonna Stop," accompanied by a nationwide tour.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Fox News contributor and contributing editor with the American Spectator, Deroy Murdock, gives his analysis about trending political news of the day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Medaria “Rondo” Arradondo, the Minneapolis police chief when George Floyd was killed, takes us inside the challenging days of leading the department and talks about his new book, “Chief Rondo: Securing Justice for the Murder of George Floyd.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Ben Crump, famed civil rights attorney, offers reflections on his role as lead counsel for the family of George Floyd five years later and discusses what impact victim and family lawsuits are having on police misconduct.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Nekima Levy Armstrong, founder of the Racial Justice Network; Tabitha Montgomery, executive director of the Powderhorn Park Neighborhood Association; and Haley Taylor Schlitz, an attorney in the office of Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, share their ground-level view of life and justice in the Twin Cities since George Floyd's murder.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Charles Stith, the non-executive chairman of the African Presidential Leadership Center and former U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania during the Clinton era, talks about Donald Trump's ambush of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.