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First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

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Weekdays 6AM-9AM They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective. The show features newsmakers, but also unconventional voices you likely won’t hear anywhere else on LA talk radio; all helmed by one of the most trusted voices in local community advocacy.

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Charles Burnett is an American film director, producer, writer, editor, actor, photographer, and cinematographer. His most popular films include Killer of Sheep (1977), My Brother’s Wedding (1983), To Sleep with Anger (1990), The Glass Shield (1994),... more

Dr. LaKisha T. David is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). Dr. David's research interests focus on family identity development among family groups separated during the Tr... more

On this pod we go in on topics from LA County Supervisor Katherine Barger and Mayor Karen Bass's trip to the White House to LA Controller Kenneth Mejia's dire warning, to the California Governor's race. Sherri Bell is a labor activist and native Ange... more

Asaad Al Najjar is a senior engineering manager for the City of Los Angeles and a declared candidate for the mayor of los Angeles in the upcoming primary election on June 2, 2026. Mr. Al Najjar is a founding member of the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Co... more

The first half hour of the podcast Dominique goes in on national and international headlines: DOJ going after the Southern Poverty Law Center and the myriads of impacts of the media and social media corporate consolidation.

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Brendan Corbett is running for Los Angeles, county sheriff. Born and raised in Los Angeles Assistant Sheriff Corbett says he aims to better serve the community after serving 40 years in the department. Asst. Sheriff Corbett spent 15 years at the Spec... more

On this Earth Day podcast we look at the environmental impacts of AI data centers, electric vehicles, mass consumption and innovation. We are joined by Paris McCoy, the Executive Director of Tec Leimert. Kameale C. Terry is the Co-Founder and CEO of ... more

On this pod we look at how to help at-risk young people. How do we keep them out of the school to prison pipeline? Could technology skills make a difference? Caryn Brandon is founder of Touch Up Inc a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the ... more

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Recent Guests

Charles Burnett
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Episode: Filmmaker Charles Burnett - An Artistic Giant Shares His Journey from Watts to the Academy Awards
Dr. LaKisha David
Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Principal Investigator, African Kinship Reunion Project
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Episode: Dr. LaKisha David is Using DNA to Connect the Dots and Find Receipts with the Takir Project
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Dr. LaKesha David, mentioned as joining a segment on reparations
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Episode: "I Went to the White House and All I Got Was an Autographed Bible" & Other Trash Topics
Asaad Al Najjar
Civil structural engineer running for mayor of Los Angeles
Episode: Engineer Asaad Al Najjar is Running for Mayor of Los Angeles
Eunisses Hernandez
Councilmember, City of Los Angeles, CD1
Los Angeles City Council
Episode: Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez is "Bringing Movement to the Building" + Atty Rhonda Haymon 4 Judge
Rhonda Haymon
Attorney, Deputy Public Defender with 26 years experience
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Episode: Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez is "Bringing Movement to the Building" + Atty Rhonda Haymon 4 Judge
Brendan Corbett
Candidate for Sheriff, 40-year veteran of the LA County Sheriff's Department
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Episode: Ret. Assistant Sheriff Brendan Corbett is Running for LA County Sheriff
Kameale C. Terry
Co-Founder and CEO of ChargerHelp
ChargerHelp
Episode: Can Green Tech "Fight the Power?" From EV Chargers to AI Data Centers
Caryn Brandon
Founder and CEO of Touch Up Inc.
Touch Up Inc.
Episode: Can Tech Really Save Young People? with Caryn Brandon of Touch Up Inc

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Dominique DiPrima
Host known for engaging discussions and advocacy on community issues and social justice.

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The Grift is the Job: Journalist/Artist Jarrett Hill
Q: How can media coverage shift to center the people affected by policy and power rather than the sensational aspects of political drama?
By elevating the voices and stories of those affected, examining root causes, and holding institutions accountable in a way that highlights human impact over scandal.
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Q: What do you see as the core strategic aims behind the current administration's actions, beyond the headlines?
There's a planned, systemic approach guided by people who know what they're doing, executing long-term goals even when leadership outwardly appears chaotic.
Can Green Tech "Fight the Power?" From EV Chargers to AI Data Centers
Q: GM pausing next-gen trucks and pivoting back to gas—what does that signal for the American EV ecosystem?
It highlights that incumbents are balancing profitability with innovation and that the market may shift with global competition; despite pauses, other regions are pushing ahead with electrification, suggesting a need for resilient, diverse pathways for adoption.
Ret. Assistant Sheriff Brendan Corbett is Running for LA County Sheriff
Q: How do you perceive South LA and its needs, given your background and where you've served?
South LA has been underserved for years, and the solution lies in active engagement, reestablishing advisory councils, and ensuring the sheriff's department mirrors the communities it serves through representative outreach and clear accountability.
Tax the Rich and Other April 15th Convos with Economist Dr. Julianne Malveaux
Q: Is protesting taxes to oppose wars a viable strategy, given enforcement risks?
Protest through tax resistance is risky and often ineffective due to penalties, garnishments, and levies, though it reflects strong political sentiments; legal counsel and careful consideration are advised.

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