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Tavis Smiley

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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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Latest Episodes

Nzinga Imani comes in studio to talk about the highly anticipated fourth season of the television series “Zatima” and her work as a trailblazing plus-sized model.

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Valarie Pettiford and Lisa Raye McCoy from the hit BET+ series, “Carl Weber's The Family Business,” join Tavis in studio to preview the new season, which premieres today.

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Actor Sean Patrick Thomas, who plays Polarity in the satirical superhero series “GEN V” on Amazon Prime, joins us in studio to preview the final chapter of the show's second season and reflect on his “Barbershop” triology role as Jimmy James.

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Diane Ravitch, former U.S. Assistant Education Secretary shares her latest book, “An Education: How I Changed My Mind About Schools and Almost Everything Else”.

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Recent Guests

Sean Patrick Thomas
Actor known for his roles in the Barbershop Trilogy and Gen V
Amazon Prime
Episode: Sean Patrick Thomas joins Tavis Smiley
Diane Ravitch
Former Assistant U.S. Education Secretary and author
Episode: Diane Ravitch joins Tavis Smiley
Lisa Graves
Executive director of True North Research and co-host of the podcast Legal AF
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Alain Stephens
Writer for The Intercept and military veteran
The Intercept
Episode: Alain Stephens joins Tavis Smiley
Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter
UCLA professor specializing in African American studies
UCLA
Episode: Marcus Anthony Hunter joins Tavis Smiley
Curtis Symonds
President and co-founder of HBCU Go
HBCU Go
Episode: Curtis Symonds joins Tavis Smiley
Eli Attie
Writer and producer, known for his work in television.
Netflix (for series Zero Day)
Episode: Eli Attie joins Tavis Smiley
Dr. Stephanie Myers
National Co-Chair of Black Women for Positive Change
Black Women for Positive Change
Episode: Dr. Stephanie Myers joins Tavis Smiley
Mwatabu Okantah
Professor and Chair at Kent State University, in the Department of Africana Studies
Kent State University
Episode: Mwatabu Okantah joins Tavis Smiley

Host

Tavis Smiley
Host of the show, Tavis Smiley is known for his insightful interviews and engaging discussions on political and cultural issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 122 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 Kingdom5 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 States9 months 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 Statesa year 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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There are occasional complaints regarding technical issues with downloading episodes, but overall satisfaction remains high.
Audience members frequently commend the thoughtful approach to discussing challenging social issues.
Listeners appreciate Tavis Smiley's engaging interview style and depth of conversation.
The show is praised for bringing in diverse and essential voices that are often overlooked in mainstream media.

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Mwatabu Okantah joins Tavis Smiley
Q: How did poetry influence your life?
The guest shares how poetry opened his eyes to its power, encouraging him to write and keeping him connected to his cultural heritage.
Mwatabu Okantah joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What is the significance of Black Poetry Day?
Black Poetry Day highlights the importance of storytelling as a form of cultural expression and maintaining the history of African Americans through poetry.
Roger Guenveur Smith joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What do you want us to take away from y'all's friendship?
That it was sincere and that it was something that affected both of us.
Roger Guenveur Smith joins Tavis Smiley
Q: How would you define or describe your friendship with Jean-Michel?
It was close; it was like two brothers who had been reunited after being separated for 300 years or so.
Ayinde Jean-Baptiste joins Tavis Smiley
Q: What was your life like the day after?
I still had homework and continued studying and writing, but there was a tension between being seen as a curiosity and recognizing myself as an artist.

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This podcast features engaging and thought-provoking discussions with a variety of influential guests, including activists, journalists, politicians, and cultural figures. Topics frequently revolve around pressing social issues such as political violence, systemic racism, climate justice, and the implications of technology on society. The host brings a unique perspective, often emphasizing the importance of empowerment, historical narratives, and social change, making the content not only informative but also deeply relevant for contemporary audiences. The show's commitment to highlighting marginalized voices and exploring complex topics stands out as particularly noteworthy, appealing to listeners who are seeking in-depth analysis and auth... more

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2. Diane Ravitch
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4. Alain Stephens
5. Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter
6. Curtis Symonds
7. Eli Attie
8. Dr. Stephanie Myers

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