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First Of All with Victor Blackwell

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Victor Blackwell brings a fresh perspective on the week's news with a focus on stories affecting communities of color.

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Will the release of Iranian Americans detained in Iran be a part of any peace deal? Victor speaks to attorney Ryan Fayhee, who is trying to help free Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh.

Nearly two years after the police-involved shooting of ... more

The crew of Artemis II is back on Earth after a historic journey. Victor gets the first reaction from the father of pilot Victor Glover, the first Black astronaut to travel to the moon. As talks get underway between the U.S. and Iran in Pakistan, Dr.... more

TSA employees are waiting to see if they're finally going to get paid after missing two checks due to the DHS funding fight on Capitol Hill. TSA officer and union steward at Atlanta’s airport, Yolanda Keaton, joins Victor to share what she's been exp... more

What could the federal government do with $200 billion? Right now, the Trump Administration says they need that amount for the war with Iran. But as debate over that request starts in congress, Victor walks through the programs that money could go to... more

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Cory Booker
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Ts Madison
Emmy Award-winning entertainer and podcaster
Independent artist/activist
Episode: Senator Cory Booker and Ts Madison Speak Out Ahead of “No Kings” Protests
Michael Owens
Mayor of Mableton, Georgia; US Marine Corps veteran; cybersecurity and counterterrorism expert
City of Mableton
Episode: Senator Cory Booker and Ts Madison Speak Out Ahead of “No Kings” Protests
Jonathan McColumn
Retired Brigadier General; US Army Reserve veteran; Republican Senate candidate in Georgia
Georgia political landscape
Episode: Senator Cory Booker and Ts Madison Speak Out Ahead of “No Kings” Protests
Walter Gaskin Sr.
Retired Lieutenant General, former deputy chairman of the NATO Military Committee
U.S. Army/NATO
Episode: War with Iran and the “Small Price" of $200 Billion
Rodney Hall
Lieutenant Colonel, Army National Guard; Mississippi state representative
Army National Guard / Mississippi House of Representatives
Episode: War with Iran and the “Small Price" of $200 Billion
Bonnie Jenkins
Former undersecretary for arms control and international security; founder of Women of Color, Advancing Peace and Security
U.S. Department of State (former); Women of Color, Advancing Peace and Security
Episode: War with Iran and the “Small Price" of $200 Billion
Jamal Bryant
Pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, Atlanta
Episode: Pastor Jamal Bryant Explains Ending Target “Fast" Despite No Change to DEI Rollback
Ed Anderson
US Air Force veteran and Georgia Insurance Commissioner
Common Defense; Georgia Insurance Commissioner
Episode: War With Iran and Terror Attacks in the U.S. How Does This End?

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Victor Blackwell
Host of First Of All, focusing on stories affecting communities of color.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Good stuff

    Love the show. Great insight

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    DD_ghhy
    United States2 years ago
  • 10.7 no comment ?

    10-7 anniversary- why not lead with this news?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Brc2765
    United States2 years ago

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Episodes are praised for personal storytelling that humanizes policy debates.
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Senator Cory Booker and Ts Madison Speak Out Ahead of “No Kings” Protests
Q: What do you make of the administration's approach to this crisis and the goals in Iran?
Booker outlines a cautious, multi-tool strategy—military, diplomacy, economic measures—and argues for a clear, publicly understood mission with a defined exit, stressing the need for congressional oversight.
Senator Cory Booker and Ts Madison Speak Out Ahead of “No Kings” Protests
Q: What do you say to that?
Booker responds by defending the need for pay guarantees for TSA workers and pressing for reforms to ICE, framing the funding fight as a test of government accountability and workers' rights.
War With Iran and Terror Attacks in the U.S. How Does This End?
Q: When will the attacks end?
There is no clear timeline, and participants stress that there needs to be measurable objectives and oversight before declaring victory or an end to hostilities.
War with Iran and the “Small Price" of $200 Billion
Q: What does 'winning' look like in this context?
Winning would involve a sustainable end-state where Iran cannot project power effectively, with a coalition broadly aligned to preserve safety without destabilizing regional economies or provoking prolonged conflicts.
War with Iran and the “Small Price" of $200 Billion
Q: Have we won?
The guests suggest that victory is more nuanced: while air campaigns may be successful in the short term, achieving political and strategic objectives requires defining clear end-state goals and maintaining allied coordination, otherwise momentum and legitimacy could falter.

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Frequently Asked Questions About First Of All

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The show centers on issues impacting communities of color, with frequent deep dives into civil rights, immigration, and social justice. Across episodes, guests range from activists and reporters to policymakers and legal experts, often discussing current events through a lens of systemic inequities, accountability, and community resilience. A standout pattern is how conversations connect policy and real-life consequences for families and neighborhoods, including immigration enforcement, voting rights, and social services. The format tends to feature candid personal stories alongside analysis from guests with expertise in law, journalism, or activism, making it a potentially strong fit for listeners who want context on how national issues pl... more

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