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"Tavis Smiley" is the flagship program for KBLA, America's newest progressive radio network and LA's first Black-owned talk station. Broadcast live across southern California on 1580AM and around the world on KBLA1580.com and TuneIn, this podcast presents the best of Tavis Smiley's conversations with activists, influencers, thought leaders, and cultural vanguards.Become a supporter of this podcast... more

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Dr. Julianne Malveaux
Noted Black economist, columnist, and president emerita of Bennett College for Women.
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Episode: Dr. Julianne Malveaux joins Tavis Smiley
Alicia Lyttle
Entrepreneur known as the Queen of AI
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Jerome Nikolai Warren
Global economist and author
Episode: Jerome Nikolai Warren Joins Tavis Smiley
Nekima Levy Armstrong
Civil rights attorney and founder of the Racial Justice Network who was recently arrested.
Episode: Nekima Levy Armstrong Joins Tavis Smiley
Keyon Harrold
Grammy-nominated trumpeter and composer
Episode: Keyon Harrold Joins Tavis Smiley
Danielle Moodie
Host of her own Signature Show and Woke AF, co-host of The New Abnormal and Democracyish
Episode: Danielle Moodie Joins Tavis Smiley
Laiya St. Clair
Podcast pioneer and goddaughter of Dyana Williams.
Episode: Dyana Williams and Laiya St. Clair Joins Tavis Smiley
Dyana Williams
Co-founder of Black Music Month and influential figure in music and cultural advocacy.
Episode: Dyana Williams and Laiya St. Clair Joins Tavis Smiley
Amanda Edwards
Former Houston City Council member and candidate for Texas's 18th Congressional District.
Episode: Amanda Edwards Joins Tavis Smiley

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Tavis Smiley
Host of insightful conversations focusing on civil rights, political accountability, and cultural narratives, engaging with a wide range of guests from various fields.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • UK listener!

    A great show, thank you for bringing so many essential and intelligent voices to the airwaves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sol na Laje
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Travis Smiley is GREAT!!!!!!

    Hello Tavis and all his listeners,

    I remember fondly Tavis from his PBS days and was one of many who has missed him beyond measure ever since. I didn’t know about this podcast or else I would’ve written this a long time ago. I always enjoyed his interview style and his energy, so I am thrilled to know he’s got a podcast! I already KNOW that his previous episodes I have yet to listen to are EXCELLENT, as I spent YEARS watching this man every single weekday listening and watching him in action. I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sagely Warrior ML
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truth

    Tavis Smiley is a great way to hear what the networks aren’t telling you. I used to listen to Ezra Klein; then I learned about Tavis when he interviewed my seminary’s president. Now Tavis has my ear. He does his work with dignity for all and an appreciation of the worth of each person, just because they are human. I can’t put it like Tavis does, but he does it superbly. Not that Ezra Klein doesn’t do that too, but I find Tavis’s perspective and his guests more helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nick from nepal
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truth

    Tavis Smiley is a great way to hear what the networks aren’t telling you. And done with dignity for all and an appreciation of the worth of each person, just because they are human. I can’t put it like Tavis does, but he does it superbly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nick from nepal
    United States2 years ago
  • Downloading Issues

    Haven’t been able to download an episode for over a week. It keeps saying the episode is temporarily unavailable.

    I am able to download all other podcasts I listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jeremiah Jahi
    United States2 years ago

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Erick Peyton Joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What is the story of "The Baddest Speechwriter of All"?
It tells the journey of Clarence Jones, highlighting his relationship with Martin Luther King and his role in writing parts of the "I Have a Dream" speech.
Erick Peyton Joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What was the mood like at Sundance this year?
Erick mentioned it was bittersweet but the energy was celebratory, acknowledging it was their last year in Utah.
Nekima Levy Armstrong Joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What do you make of the fact that these ICE agents across the country have themselves been going into churches?
Nekima remarked on the hypocrisy of ICE agents entering churches under the guise of law enforcement while protesters are not allowed to demonstrate inside, indicating a troubling contradiction in how the law is applied.
Nekima Levy Armstrong Joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What did you make of this doctored photo by the White House?
Nekima expressed disbelief at the White House doctor's photo, stating it was an attempt to distort her image and message during a peaceful protest, which she interpreted as intentional propaganda to instill fear.
Amanda Edwards Joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What do you think the chances are for Democrats to win back the House in these midterms this year?
I think it's strong... we're literally on the cusp of seeing change in that transition of leadership.

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2. Alicia Lyttle
3. Jerome Nikolai Warren
4. Nekima Levy Armstrong
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