First Things First With Dominique DiPrima: Recent Episodes
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(Airdate 6/17/25) Mike White is the Lead Policy Officer of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Report on Gender Affirming Care. He works in the area of health equity and strives for a Culture of Health inclusive of perspectives and needs from across sectors and communities. Mr. White holds an MPH in Population and Family Health from Columbia University. On this podcast we unpack the findings of The U.S. Trans Survey to get a picture of the state of Transgender people in America.
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(Airdate 6/17/25) John Randolph Wood, Jr. is the National Ambassador of Braver Angels, America’s largest grassroots, bipartisan organization dedicated to the work of political depolarization. He is the host of The Reconstruction Project with John Wood Jr Sunday mornings at 9A on KBLA Talk 1580. It's a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique and John do a bipartisan dust-up.
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(Airdate 6/17/25) From empty and shuttered businesses, to higher prices and cops flooding neighborhoods the true cost of ICE raids is barely being understood. DOminique take on this and other local issues.
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(Airdate 6/16/25) Captain Tyrone Davis is the founder of Lifeholik: a non-profit lifestyle brand committed to maximizing life’s positive possibilities through mental, physical and spiritual means. He is a 25-year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department. On this edition of Messy Mondays Captain Davis shares his relationship guidelines based on Miguel Ruiz's book The Four Agreements and his philosophy of personal accountability.
https://www.lifeaholik.com/
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(Airdate 6/16/25) Saharah Ali is an astrologer, mediation instructor, yoga teacher and life coach. On this podcast she leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation and looks at the transformative potential of Mars moving into Virgo where it will remain until August 6, 2025. Later in the pod we open up the phone lines for hot topics.
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(Airdate 6/16/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a professor of Pan African Studies at Cal State Los Angeles. She is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and a lead organizer with BLM Los Angeles. She is the host of This is Not a Drill Saturdays on KBLA 1580AM. On this podcast we look at the No Kings marches across the nation, unpack the quest for justice in the name of #ErskinJenkins, deal with the implications of a political assassination and celebrate the heavenly birthday of Tupac Shakur who both Dominique & Dr. Abdullah knew from their Bay Area days.
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(Airdate 6/12/25) The phone lines are on fire the city is not. But big protests are planned for the weekend and demonstrations are spreading across the nation. Do you know how to keep yourself safe in these streets? https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 6/12/25) Shonee Jackson, in Compton, Los Angeles County, is a community leader and chef extraordinaire. Shonee's signature dishes like Mama YG's Mac and Cheese and Spaghetti How You Like It have earned her acclaim in Los Angeles and beyond. She is the former manager to her son, rapper YG and currently is the Executive Director of his charitable foundation 4 Hunnid Ways.
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(Airdate 6/12/25) Jaaye Person-Lynn is a prominent Los Angeles attorney known for his work in criminal defense, housing, and civil rights. He is a graduate of Hampton University and Howard University School of Law. After working for six years as a paralegal at the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office, he established his own solo practice in October 2013. On this podcast we look at what to do if you're detained, what is the status of martial law in this country and do you still have any rights at all.
https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/?hl=en
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(Airdate 6/11/25) Rachel Wolkenstein has been a legal advocate for Mumia Abu Jamal since 1987; co-counsel 1995-1999 during the proceedings of his first PCRA petition; attorney in charge of the evidentiary investigation; arrested in court by Judge Sabo in August 1995 for opposing the denial of a witness subpoena for testimony of jury selection methods that created racially segregated jury pools.
https://www.instagram.com/freedomfromframeupinc/
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(Airdate 6/11/25) Charlie Sampson, has accumulated many titles including PRCA Champion Bull Rider, PRCA Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, Ring of Honor Pro Bull Rider, and Cowboys of Color Museum Inductee. He was raised in Los Angeles, California in a small town also known as “Watts,” a mere 2.12 square-mile neighborhood. As a young boy, Sampson fell in love with horses. Little did he know that he was on his way to becoming one of the most famous cowboys there would ever be.
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(Airdate 6/11/25) The phone lines are on fire the city is not. Dominique debunks mainstream media and Washington BS when it comes to Los Angeles' anti-ICE protests.
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(Airdate 6/10/25) On this podcast we pay tribute and do a deep dive on the incredible contributions of Sly Stone who made his transition yesterday at the age of 82. Dr. Rickey Vincent is a scholar, educator, radio host and author. He obtained his Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies at UC Berkeley in 2008, and lectures on black music history, black power and social movements, the cultural politics of Hip Hop, and issues of African American culture and globalization. He is the author of Funk: The Music, the People and the Rhythm of The One; and Party Music: The Inside Story of the Black Panthers’ Band, and How Black Power Transformed Soul Music.
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(Airdate 6/10/25) Attorney Nana Gyamfi is the Executive Director of Black Alliance for Just Immigration. On this podcast we look at what is going on the ground in Los Angeles, the role of Black people in the migrant protests, the erosion of our rights and what to do about it.
https://www.instagram.com/instabaji/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 6/10/25) Rev. Mark Thompson is the Host of the Make It Plain podcast, and a lifelong civil and human rights activist. He has spent his career advocating for racial, economic and social justice, using the tools of ministry and radio broadcast to build movement. He is based in New York City, New York. On this podcast we look at the definition of the word "riot" and how it does or does not apply to anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles.
https://www.instagram.com/ministter/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 6/9/25) Aishia Offray-Deal is a Certified Domestic Violence Counselor but she started her career in the music industry working in the Rap Promotions Department at Interscope Records. The Altadena native says the music industry raised her and she spent many days and nights at Bad Boy and Daddy's House (Diddy's studio) in NYC. On this podcast we get updated on the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs and her own personal experience in the music business.
https://www.instagram.com/aishiadeal/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 6/9/25) Meditation Instructor and Sound Bath Specialist Saharah Ali leads us in an affirmation, meditation and astrological reflection on the Strawberry Full Moon in Sagittarius for our weekly Mindful Mondays segment. Later in the hour we open up the phone lines to take on the National Guard in L.A. and the community pushback to ICE raids in LA County.
https://saharahali.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 6/9/25) LaMikia Castillo is a professor, a community organizer whose work in the private, public and non-profit sector and has spanned from education and economic justice to public health, environmental justice and juvenile justice. On this podcast we break down what's happening in Los Angeles as protests have broken out in response to ICE Raids across the massive Southern California county.
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(Airdate 6/4/25) Dr. Guthrie P. Ramsey, Jr. is a music historian, pianist, composer, and Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of Pennsylvania. A widely-published writer, he’s the author of Race Music: Black Cultures from Bebop to Hip-Hop (2003), and The Amazing Bud Powell: Black Genius, Jazz History and the Challenge of Bebop (2013). Dr. Ramsey is co-author beside Samuel A. Floyd, Jr., with Melanie Zeck of The Transformation of Black Music: The Rhythms, the Songs and the Ships of the African Diaspora (2017).
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(Airdate 6/4/25) Mariah Monique is the Founder and CEO of The Sponsorship Catalyst, a company that specializes in helping nonprofits secure event sponsors. She has built strategic partnerships at the federal, local, and county levels for the last 10 years.
https://www.thesponsorshipcatalyst.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thesponsorshipcatalyst/
(Airdate 6/4/25) Rev. Edward” Eddie” Anderson is a passionate civil rights activist and ordained minister with degrees from Morehouse College and Claremont School of Theology. Rev.Anderson affectionately known as Pastor Eddie is a Regional organizer for LA Voice(PICO),advocate for Black Lives Matter, Co-Founder of Clergy4BlackLives, a convener and former Co-Chair of the New Poor People's Campaign in California.
https://www.mccartychurch.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/andersonedwardm/
(Airdate 6/3/25) Raised on salsa, merengue, and cumbia, Blacc fell in love with hip-hop as a kid and started writing rap songs when he was nine. With his lyrics drawing influence from socially conscious artists like KRS-One, he put out his first hip-hop mixtape at age 17. After inking a deal with indie label Stones Throw, Blacc released his solo debut Shine Through in 2006 and sophomore album Good Things in 2010. Boosted by the breakout success of “I Need a Dollar" Blacc has consistently used his voice for social change, making music meant to inspire a positive shift in mindset. His new album "Stand Together" dropped in January 2025.
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(Airdate 6/3/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a Professor of Pan-African Studies at Cal State LA, Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles, Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, and a leader in the California Faculty Association. She earned her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Southern California in Political Science and her B.A. from Howard University in African American Studies. On this podcast we look at the crazy case of former Deputy Trevor Kirk, unpack her podcast with Pastor Jamal Bryant on the real BLM (Grassroots) vs the fake one (the Global Network Foundation), why Black Joy is not a strategy, and why she is President of the Prince Fan Club.
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangeles/
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(Airdate 6/3/25) Dominique and the KBLA delegation look at left coast issues of which reparations are always one given California's leadership role on the issue. We also look at the latest updates on the downgrading of the felony conviction of former Deputy Trevor Kirk, the SZA & Kendrick Lamar show and more. Chop it up with us.
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(Airdate 5/30/25) R O AKA Ca Ro Ade AKA member of the group GUMBO just dropped a new solo album "Moving Day." His collab project GUMBO released "Stirring the Pot" in 2024. On this pod R O breaks down his journey from Chuck D passing him the baton to his support of Black Lives Matter Grassroots to being independent by choice.
https://www.instagram.com/rozetrue/
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(Airdate 5/30/25) Ed Sanders is a KBLA contributor and is President of ES Advisors and public policy and electoral consulting group. On this pod Ed & Dominique slice and dice left coast topics from Sheriff Villanueva's lawsuit against the county to the approval of a $30/hr minimum wage for hotel & airport workers in L.A.
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Twitter: @edwardmsanders @diprimaradio
(Airdate 5/30/25) Khaleef "The Reparationist" Alexander was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. He is one of the organizers who helped make Juneteenth a national holiday. He testified at the California Reparations Task Force and has been a community activist for over ten years. On this edition of Freedmen Friday Mr. Alexander breaks down the connection between Juneteenth and the reparations movement and opines on his drive to create a viable third political party for reparationists.
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(Airdate 5/29/25) Brooke C. Obie, JD, MFA, is a filmmaker, film/TV screenwriter, award-winning author, award-winning entertainment journalist and critic. Brooke is the director of the documentary feature film ABANITU: A FAMILY DOCUMENTARY, which had its world premiere at the 2024 Essence Film Festival, and the narrative short GOD IS A FREQUENCY. She is also a 2024 Women in Film Writer Fellow. Brooke has served as the Editor-in-Chief of Will Packer Media’s lifestyle site xoNecole, Co-Editor of Roxane Gay’s The Audacity and Deputy Director of Refinery29 Unbothered.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CbqarR9vVfX/
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(Airdate 5/29/25) Dominique unpacks national & international headlines including Namibia's Genocide Remembrance Day and Elon's Exit. In the second half of the hour Congresswoman Maxine Waters shares how she is looking to shutdown crypto scams benefitting the President and members of Congress.
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(Airdate 5/29/25) James Farr is the host of KBLA's "Conversation Live: Altadena Rising." Dominque and James agree with Trump (on some of the President's pardons.) James is speechless. And Miles disagrees. On this podcast we take on the Altadena fire recovery, the downgrading of charges against former LASD deputy Trevor Kirkand President Trump's pardons of NBA Youngboy and Larry Hoover.
https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
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(Airdate 5/28/25) On this podcast we are joined by Daphione Smith the mother of a 14-year-old child who was allegedly kidnapped and sexually abused by an LAUSD school speech therapist. Her attorney, Dominique Westmoreland, unpacks the legal aspects of the case, why they are suing and what we can do to protect our kids. Atty Westmoreland (424) 285-5262.
https://www.wml-law.com/
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(Airdate 5/28/25) On this two-part podcast Tanua Thrash-Ntuk starts us off with info and resources for small business entrepreneurs through the Center by Lendistry with our Wealth Building Wednesday segment. Attorney Caree Harper joins us for part two to help us get our minds around a judge's decision to downgrade charges against former LASD deputy Trevor Kirk AFTER he was convicted of a felony by a jury of his peers. She updates us on her plans for appeal and why the Trump administration's maneuvers in this case are setting a dangerous precedent.
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https://thecenterbylendistry.org/
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https://www.careeharper.com/
(Airdate 5/28/25) Dominique goes in on the tanking of Target during a boycott spurred by their rejection of DEI, looks at why fire victims are not getting their tax refunds, takes on the terrrible tradition of police chases and opens the phone lines for you.
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(Airdate 5/27/25) Dominique & callers try to figure out why Republicans are attacking every level of education and how to reach white folks in crisis who are being manipulated by billionaires with race-based propaganda and shiny objects.
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(Airdate 5/27/25) Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning Gen X journalist, political and cultural commentator and an elected delegate to the LA County Democratic Central Committee. On this podcast Dominique & Jasmyne agree, disagree and agree to disagree on public safety and the DTLA wilding out, Trump, Nathan Hochman, Emmanual Macron, Antonio Villaraigosa and the mystery of whether VP Harris will run for governor.
https://iamjasmyne.com/about/
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(Airdate 5/27/25) Dominique reflects on growing online attacks against her. Are these 'bots? Are they Opps? Why is police accountability a partisan issue? And how do we debunk the new victim-blaming George Floyed narratives being pushed by the right.
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(Airdate 5/23/25) Cory Alexander Henry is an American jazz organist, pianist, gospel musician, and producer. A former member of Snarky Puppy and founder of the Funk Apostles. Cory joins us today to talk about his career and his album 'Church" and his first solo GRAMMY Award. Later in the podcast, the phone lines are open, and the topics are hotter than a California summer with Freedman Friday follow up.
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(Airdate 5/23/25) James Woodson Co-Founder & Executive Director of California Black power Network and Derek Steele is the Executive Director of the Social Justice Learning Institute and leader for Bold, Black LA join Dominique DiPrima to talk reparations, what's next for California and which bills they support in the current CLBC package. It's a Freedmen Friday.
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(Airdate 5/23/25) Sherri Bell is a labor activist and a contributor to KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast Sherri and Dominique talk about the anniversary of George Floyd's murder, the real Black Lives Matter, the rumored pardon of Dereck Chauvin, the puzzling plea deal of Brian Williams, the end of empires, movies, barbeque and how to stay positive in these times.
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
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(Airdate 5/22/25) Sean Swoopes is a curator, event promoter and the owner of TG3 Entertainment. He is known as the king of the LA day party and is the force behind the popular Five Mics hip hop night. He is a cousin of Rakim and business partner of Rakim.
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(Airdate 5/22/25) Pastor Stephen "Cue" Jean Marie is the leader of The Row - the Church Without Walls. He is a former Virgin Records hip-hop artist with the group "The College Boys" who quit the industry and dedicated his life to activism and the spiritual leadership of the unhoused almost 30 years ago. On this podcast we unpack national issues and celebrate the opening of his new socially innovative business and more.
https://www.instagram.com/createjustice_/
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(Airdate 5/22/25) The phone lines are open, and the topics are on point. The Republican House of Representatives passed a tax and spending bill that will kick millions off Medicaid and saddle the country with trillions of dollars more in debt, more than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks were found and seized by fire officials in Los Angeles during fire season...We have a lot to talk about.
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
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Kiandria Demone is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, activist, and web developer. She is known for using technology to uplift her community and has founded both an ad agency and a clothing brand. She is leading a campaign to prevent a white Minnesota woman from receiving over $750,000 in donations after she was filmed using a racial slur towards a five-year-old Black child. In addition, she has launched #BlocktheHate to stop online racism and purge it from the algorithm.
https://www.instagram.com/kiandria/
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(Airdate 5/21/25) A fired up caller wants South Africa to cater even more to billionaire Elon Musk by putting him in charge the schools and making him an honorary President...Dominique and the delegation take on tough topics and break down national and international stories with a progressive lens - or not. We start off the hour with rapper Mile Low in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight focusing on his merch, music and Do Better Network.
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(Airdate 5/21/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is the Director on Black Lives Matter Grassroots and Lead Organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. She is part of the original formation that created the Black Lives Matter movement and organization. Dr. Abdullah is a professor at Cal State Los Angeles and a mother of three. On this podcast we look at the actions planned to mark five years since the murder of George Floyd and look at local issues around policing and the movement.
https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangeles/
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(Airdate 5/20/25) Leo Moore MD, MSHPM is a dedicated internal medicine, HIV medicine, and lifestyle medicine physician. In his practice, Dr. Moore provides essential services, such as STD screening and treatment, HIV prevention, and Tuberculosis care. He graduated from the Morehouse School of Medicine, where he honed his passion for patient care and health equity. He is also a passionate health advocate, educator, and coach. On this podcast we focus on men's preventative help and how to stay healthy and keep your cute.
https://drleomoore.com/about
https://www.instagram.com/drleomoore/
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(Airdate 5/20/25) On this podcast Dominique & Miles go in on topics far & wide. Do you own your music collection? Have you heard Miles Low's new one? Would you date a drug dealer? What does the CBC even do? Do you have MAGA in your family & more.
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
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(Airdate 5/20/25) Dominique goes in on national and local hot topics including the charges being dropped against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, plus a California earthquake a heatwave and CRT.
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(Airdate 5/19/25) Fresh off of an international convening in Grenada to honor the centennial birthday of Malcolm X, BLM Grassroots Field Director Akili joins me to pay tribute to Malcolm X on what would have been his one-hundred-year birthday.
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(Airdate 5/16/25) The phone lines are on fire and the topics are hotter than the sun. The rise in toy prices attributed to new tariffs, homeowners concerned about the lack of comprehensive soil testing after the Eaton Fire, Dominique's brother the honorable Mayor Ras J Baraka facing a "trumped up" federal trespassing charge, will the Dems ever lean into their progressive base and more. Ed Sanders, KBLA Contributor joins Dominique on the mic.
Twitter: @EdwardMSandes
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(Airdate 5/16/25) The phone lines are on fire and the topics are hotter than the Georgia sun. Freedmen Friday conversation is lit today as callers push back on prior hour's guest rapper J French who opposes reparations.
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(Airdate 5/19/25) Kevin Powell is a poet, journalist, civil and human rights activist, filmmaker and author of 15 books. His new poetry collection, Grocery Shopping with My Mother was released in 2024 to national acclaim. On this podcast he speaks on the profound influence that Malcolm X had on his life and our nation in commemoration of our nation.
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(Airdate 5/19/25) Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, sound healer and life coach Saharah Ali offers a guided meditation, affirmation and outlook for Sun in Gemini. Later in the pod we weigh in on the impact on Malcolm X in our lives on his angel-versary.
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(Airdate 5/16/25) J French is an accomplished rapper, multi-instrumentalist and producer from Oklahoma City. The son of Grammy-winning reggae percussionist and vocalist Brother Num, J French is a voting member of the GRAMMYS. He has worked with several rappers in Oklahoma-Texas and Los Angeles including RC & The Gritz, Erykah Badu’s official band, and members of TDE. On this edition of our Freedmen Friday's series, we have a spirited debate on why French does not believe in reparations.
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(Airdate 5/15/25) Areva Martin is a prominent civil rights attorney, legal commentator, and children's and women's rights advocate. She is the founding principal of Martin & Martin, LLP, a Los Angeles-based law firm. She is also known for her media appearances on CNN and ABC, as well as her new podcast "The Special Report" on YouTube.
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(Airdate 5/15/25) The phone lines are hot and the topics are hotter. The anniversary of the Tops Market white supremacist shooting that killed 10 people, Ben & Jerry's founder arrested during a protest in the US Senate over military aid to Israel and humanitarian conditions in Gaza, the new GOP Tax Bill, forever chemicals in our drinking water, Rodney L. Hinton, the Ohio father who is charged with fatally striking a deputy with his car after his son was killed in a police shooting, Dereck Chauvin getting pardon, The mic is heating up.
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(Airdate 5/15/25) The phone lines are on fire and the topics are hotter than the climate emergency. Traveling to the motherland, Raymond LaValle and the alleged deputy hit and run by a police officer in Downey CA, undocumented immigrants in the United States and the problems facing them with our new president in office, Dominique's brother, Newark Mayor Ras J Baraka going to court.
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(Airdate 5/14/25) Jamal Ibn Mumia is the son of Mumia Abu-Jamal - the journalist and activist who has spent the past 43 years in prison for allegedly killing a Philadelphia police officer in a case that has generated decades of activism and advocacy for his release. Ibn Mumia is an activist and writer in his own right.
https://www.instagram.com/mumiafreedomtour/
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(Airdate 5/14/25) Terea Mack is the CEO of Pacific Playa Realty, attorney, former CPAS and realtor. She manages the largest real estate brokerage on the west coast.
https://teresamack.com/
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(Airdate 5/14/25) The phone lines are on fire and the topics are hotter than the climate emergency. Health benefits for the undocumented? Defunding ethnic studies? Profits over people for cheap gas? The mic is heating up.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/13/25) Nana Gyamfi received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University, and her Juris Doctorate from UCLA School of Law. She brings with her over three decades of service to the Movement for Black liberation, and over twenty years experience directing Black social justice organizations and networks. Nana is a human rights and criminal defense attorney, a professor in the Pan African Studies Department at the California State University Los Angeles, and Executive Director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration.
https://www.instagram.com/attorneynana/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/instabaji/
(Airdate 5/13/25) Gerald Horne is an American historian who holds the John J. and Rebecca Moores Chair of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston. He is the author of more than two dozen books, including Race to Revolution, The Counter-Revolution of 1776, and Negro Comrades of the Crown.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.intpubnyc.com/browse/capital-of-slavery/
(Airdate 5/13/25) On this podcast we unpack the aftermath of two L.A. police chases that ended in crashes including one that left five bystanders hospitalized. We also speak on the stabbing of rapper Tory Lanez, the policing of ethnic studies and Cali Governor Gavin Newsom's plan to outlaw tent encampments.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/12/25) Demetrius "Meech" Shipp is a GRAMMY nominated, multi-platinum Producer. He has worked with Troop, Booby Brown, Tupac and has recently released a single as an artist collaborating with rapper/producer J French on the gospel/rap song "Able." His son Demetrius Shipp, Jr starred as Tupac in the film "All Eyez on Me." We are also joined by his colleague Producer Stone Paxton.
https://www.instagram.com/kingmeechon1/
https://www.instagram.com/stonepaxton/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/12/25) Dr. Rosie Milligan is a prominent figure in the business and financial world, known for her multifaceted roles and exceptional expertise. As the CEO of Professional Business Management & Consulting Services and the Founder of My Tech Academy, she has established herself as one of Los Angeles’s renowned financial gurus. She is a Senior Estate Planner, Business Coach, Business Consultant, and holder of a Ph.D. in Business Administration.
https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnFGV1RNQ3k5bFp0Y2dFN0xLa0lrZHQtRklLUXxBQ3Jtc0trRVhiWmlNNl8zVko5bzBmSEF3Zk82ZVR2Vzl1MkxDY2ZHT2FsVHVnNmhKQWI5YnR4c3hCaWk2amtYVUhkVi1KWVBEalZvOHg2amFiamhCY3MzeWxURU0xdFEzcTVjNk9Ic2R3X1BZV245WXp4MzM5TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmytechacademy.net%2F&v=hd538i9dZBI
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 5/12/25) Dr. Rosie Milligan is a prominent figure in the business and financial world, known for her multifaceted roles and exceptional expertise. As the CEO of Professional Business Management & Consulting Services and the Founder of My Tech Academy, she has established herself as one of Los Angeles’s renowned financial gurus. She is a Senior Estate Planner, Business Coach, Business Consultant, and holder of a Ph.D. in Business Administration.
https://mytechacademy.net/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 5/9/25) #FreedmenFridays
https://www.instagram.com/akili4thepeople/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/12/25) Dr. Rosie Milligan is a prominent figure in the business and financial world, known for her multifaceted roles and exceptional expertise. As the CEO of Professional Business Management & Consulting Services and the Founder of My Tech Academy, she has established herself as one of Los Angeles’s renowned financial gurus. She is a Senior Estate Planner, Business Coach, Business Consultant, and holder of a Ph.D. in Business Administration.
https://mytechacademy.net/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 5/7/25) Is Real ID the new "big brother?" What will Tina Knowles do with Leimert Park's Vision Theater? Why is poop causing an LA hepatitis outbreak? What is the newest slick scam to steal your car? Podcaster, talk radio host, writer, mama and small business owner Dominique DiPrima is on the mic.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 5/7/25) Our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight shines on management consultant and business manager Gerry Anderson and his quest to help business owners understand venture feasibility and growth strategies. He is also author of the book Look Before You Leap: How to Analyze and Plan Your Business Idea. Anderson is also a senior business advisor with the Small Business Development Center. ganderson@crdc.org
http://www.crdcla.org/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/8/25) Dominique, Miles and the comment section react to the smash hit horror film Sinners unpacking the layers of symbolism, messaging and cinema mastery.
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/7/25) KBLA Entertainment Host Jill Munroe joins Dominique to unpack the sexual assault accusations against Smokey Robinson, the start of the Diddy trial, the stunning success of Sinners and the widespread takedown of wealthy Black men in the entertainment sphere.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/stilettoJill/
(Airdate 5/8/25) Martin Ludlow is the President and CEO of Bridge Street Inc a Los Angeles based live socially innovative entertainment development company. He is the founder of the LA Jazz Festival Foundation. He served on the LA City Council for the 10th District and is a former head of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-music-festival-supporting-domestic-violence-awareness-tickets-1330439372979?aff=oddtdtcreator
https://bridgestreetinc.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 5/8/25) Our Authors Study Club President Emeritus Lura Daniels Ball shares the history of the Pullman Porters and how their union organizing efforts changed Black American's trajectory in labor, lifting some families into the middle class. On this podcast we look at solutions to the growing erasure of Black American history.
https://oascla.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 5/6/25) Prior to becoming an attorney, Caree Harper was one of the most decorated police officers in the East Bay Area, achieving a "Marksman Medal" for shooting skills, and a "Lifesaving Medal" for diving into a canal of water, pulling out an unconscious, submerged driver and performing CPR until the victim was airlifted to safety where he fully recovered. Ms. Harper was injured in the line of duty. She was re-trained to be a certified paralegal and worked for several law firms before law school. She passed the CA Bar Exam on the first attempt.
https://www.instagram.com/harper4justice/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/5/25) On this podcast we explore the personal and business journey of a woman, born and raised in South Los Angeles as she moves to Capetown, South Africa, to start a new life. Tuanni Price is a renowned wine educator, entrepreneur, and a powerful voice for inclusivity. Her dedication to making wine accessible has led to significant impact including bringing visibility to Black wine producers in Cape Town through her engaging tastings and tours. She is one of the conveners of Afro Wine Week.
https://www.zuriwine.com/
https://afrowineweek.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/5/25) Dominique unpacks issues of the day: White Racist Shiloh Hendrix calling a 5-year-old autistic child the n-word; the Trump tariffs in Hollywood; the specificity of Black American ancestors; and should we call them "white racists' or "white supremacists?" and lots more. Meditation Instructor Saharah Ali starts off the hour with our "Mindful Monday" affirmations encouraging us to embrace self-love and breaking down the dynamics of Pluto in retrograde.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://saharahali.com/
(Airdate 5/5/25) Dominique looks at Trump's proposed Hollywood tariffs, the President's proposal to reopen Alcatraz prison, double standards in parenthood, mother's day and more with Professor, activist and mom of three LaMikia Castillo.
https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
(Airdate 5/1/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a Professor of Pan-African Studies at Cal State LA, Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles, Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, and a leader in the California Faculty Association. She earned her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Southern California in Political Science and her B.A. from Howard University. On this podcast we dive in on an emergency meeting of activists in Minnesota, #Erskin Jenkins, the campaign to push out LA District Attorney Nathan Hochman and his directed attacks on Black Lives Matter, the case of former cop Cariole Horne and what's taking place in the West African nation of Burkina Faso.
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 5/1/25) Dominique & Miles Low go in on national topics of interest and local ones the Lakers demoralizing round one playoff loss. Africa in person vs. on the news, how to find a job, is 40 too old for the NBA, May Day are all in the convo.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 5/1/25) Pastor Sherman Manning is a preacher with a powerful reputation in his community. He is involved in various outreach services, including temporary housing, job search aid, and assistance for the homeless and formerly incarcerated. He is also the founder and visionary leader of Yeswecanworshipcenter.org and Thetinyhomesproject.com.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/yeswecanworshipcenter/
(Airtime 4/30/25) Veteran Los Angeles Fire Department Captain Tyrone Davis is the Founder of the Lifeaholik Movement whose mission is to create safe spaces for people to elevate and evolve beyond their fears. Captain Davis has completed ten triathlon, he's surfer, scuba diver, snowboarder and was a contestant the reality show Survivor: Nicaragua.
https://www.lifeaholik.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lifeaholik/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airtime 4/30/25) Torri Reese aka Torrè is an all-around artist/Renaissance man – a singer, poet, writer, guitarist, educator and community advocate. He is producer of the annual Malcolm X Arts, Culture and Education Festival out of which grew his effort to rename Crenshaw into Malcolm X Blvd. On this podcast we speak on Malcolm X's life and legacy and unpack the commemorations and celebrations for his 100th birthday.
https://www.instagram.com/brannonreesetorrence/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/30/25) Judge Mablean Ephraim is a former prosecutor, a practicing family law attorney and the host of "Justice with Judge Mablean" in national syndication and on The Grio Channel. She is best known as the adjudicator of the courtroom series Divorce Court for seven seasons.
https://www.instagram.com/judgemablean/?hl=en
https://hufawards.org/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 4/29/25) Joseph Williams is Director of Operations and Campaigns with Students Deserve. He is a core member of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast we speak on his work with high school and college youth and how to protect their futures and ensure their safety in the Trump era.
https://www.instagram.com/la_studentsdeserve/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/29/25) The phones are ringing and we are tackling tough topics: Trump's Executive Order on HBCUs, the legacy of the 1992 civil unrest, the President's tendency to lie and other titillating topics.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(4/29/25) Dominique and callers reflect on the civil unrest of 1992, what led up to it, where you were and the continuum of protest in Los Angeles and beyond. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/28/25) On this episode of Black Mariage Monday we are joined by comedian Ron G. Ron G. is an accomplished comedian, actor, writer, host, and Emmy winning producer. He has been entertaining audiences all around the world with his “high energy and cleverness – with an urban flair” performances. He is the host of the podcast Q&A w/ Bae, In addition Ron G hosts Chocolate Sundaes at Laugh Factory weekly.
https://www.instagram.com/comedianrong/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 4/28/25) The phone lines are off the hook, and the topics are explosive. Orania is seeking recognition from the trump administration, The attacks on black history in The Smithsonian Museum, The Hundred Year Birthday of Malcolm X. And other topics are in this freewheeling podcast conversation.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580
(Airtime 4/28/25) James Farr is a writer for the LA progressive and host of the Conversation Live at KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast, Dominique and James update on the progress of rebuilding Altadena, Scandal with Pasadena Sheif Gene Harris, The policy of DA Hochman and more.
https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://jamesfarrlive.com/
(Airdate 4/25/25) Born in La Paz, Mexico to a Mexican Father and Turkish Mother, Maya Jupiter grew up in Sydney, Australia. It was in Sydney’s Western Suburbs where she first fell in love with Hip Hop. Maya released her third solo album, produced by Grammy Award winner Quetzal Flores titled "Never Said Yes." Maya has held songwriting workshops with youth since the early 2000's and she has visited juvenile detention centers in both Los Angeles and Sydney.
https://www.instagram.com/mayajupiter/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/25/25) On this episode of Freedmen Fridays, our weekly reparations conversation we are talking with Kevin Powell is one of the most acclaimed political, cultural, literary and hip-hop voices in America today. He is a Grammy-nominated poet, author of 16 books and Tupac Shakur biographer. He recently made his directorial debut with the documentary film When We Free the World which focuses on the issue of manhood.
https://www.instagram.com/poetkevinpowell/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/25/25) Sherri Bell is a labor activist, community organizer and a KBLA 1580 contributor. On this podcast Dominique and Sherri cram to understand what the fable of Shannon Sharp informs us of, follow Mayor Karen Bass's quest for cash in Sacramento, unpack California's economic might and look at how the golden state's Blue Counties carry the red ones.
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/22/25) Los Angeles based Poet & Upcycled Fashion Designer. Poet Roni Girl’s poetry combines old-school hip-hop flava infused with down home blues and blue note Jazz. Her lyrics are recycled poems that speaks of Jazz Tales & hip-hop lullabies. As a designer for over 30 years, inspired by her veteran parents, Roni creates one-of-a-kind upcycled camo couture using recycled fabrics and textiles. Sustainability is key to the future and Roni designs with this intention. Poet Roni Girl founder of the classic Black brand Happi Nappi wear.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
https://www.instagram.com/poetronigirlbrand/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airtime 4/24/25) The phone lines are open and the topics are hot. The conversation includes charges filed against security guards who removed a protester at a Republican townhall meeting, Hawthorne Business Expo, the battle for DMX's estate and Shannon Sharpe's legal troubles.
https://www.hawthornebusinessexpo.org/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airtime 4/24/25) AngeMarie Taylor is a business student and organizer at Cal State University, Channel Islands. She was facing expulsion for protesting on her Ventura County campus. On this podcast she shares her story as a student and activist, how she has been targeted and the anti-Blackness and over policing that is rampant on her small California campus but seems to be spreading nationwide. We also explore the inspiring story of the community response as Black Lives Matter Grassroots; the California Teachers Association and the Association of Black Student Unions marched in solidarity.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/cfa_united/
(Airdate 4/22/25) Live Yo' Life Organization is a youth support and mentoring program in South Central Los Angeles. Led by author and community organizer Nakiesha "Moma Boo" Scott, Live Yo' Life focuses on supporting on high school age girls. On this podcast the teenagers share their stories, world views and secrets to turning their own lives around.
https://liveyolife32.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airtime 4/23/25) Wealth Building Wednesday: Diann Valentine is creator, innovator entrepreneur, wife and mother. She is the founder of Flow and Glow Beauty and the visionary behind the non-toxic brand Slayy Hair. Valentine is known for her work as a reality show star, love expert, celebrity wedding planner. Her company, D. R. Valentine & Associates, Inc, is a Los Angeles based full-service events and weddings production and interior design firm.
https://glowandflowbeauty.com/aboutus
https://www.slayyyhair.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/23/25) Ester Mendez once stood before a judge in downtown LA as a criminal defendant facing jail time. Now, she's a public defender in the same courthouse. Judge Songhai Armstead was justice-impacted as young person in the foster care system. Now she is a Superior Court Judge and leads the County's Justice Care and Opportunities Department. This podcast shares the story of how two women found their way to success despite their trauma, tough backgrounds and brushes with the law...And how their paths crossed in court leaving a legacy of sisterhood and second chances.
https://www.instagram.com/judgesonghai/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://jcod.lacounty.gov/
(Airdate 4/22/25) The phone lines are hot and the topics are fire. What is the impact of the political attacks on Black women? Why is DEI the target? Is the Black community embracing Earth Day? What is the opposite of woke? And other topics are in this freewheeling podcast conversation.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/22/25) Dr. Zuri Murrell is a renowned colorectal surgeon in Los Angeles. Zuri A. Murrell, M.D., specializes in issues ranging from colon cancers and Crohn’s disease to hemorrhoids, colitis and inflammatory bowel syndromes. He has specialized in minimally invasive surgery and is board certified in colorectal surgery. Michael Frierson is a health advocate and activist. His son died of colon cancer at age 38 after being diagnosed at 32. He is on a mission to raise awareness ad push for earlier screenings and prevention. Donate or get more info at his website.
https://www.lacolonrectalsurgeon.com/meet-dr-murrell/
www.mikecheckurcolon.org
(Airdate 4/22/25) First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
(4/21/25) On this podcast we look at the famous nine-year affair of Diahann Carroll and Sidney Poitier and all of the relationship, love sex and marriage issues it raises in this edition of our Messy Monday series 9the third Monday of every month.)
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/21/25) It's a Mindful Monday and Yoga and Meditation Instructor Saharah Ali encourages us to "heal our wounds and let go of shame, deprivation and fear during the next month of Sun in Taurus."
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://saharahali.com/
(Airdate 4/21/25) Hawthorne Mayor Pro Tem Katrina Manning speaks on upgrading your business and leveling up your job in the midst of uncertain times as she presents the Hawthorne Business Expo on Thursday April 24, 2025 - with a job fair panel discussions and access to heavy hitters in the business arena.
https://www.hawthornebusinessexpo.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/18/25) Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a celebrity cosmetic dermatologist providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. For over 20 years, he has offered natural and alternative approaches to dermatological problems, including acne and eczema, to help his patients look and feel their best. After earning his undergraduate degree with honors from UC Berkeley, Dr. Wallace went on to Harvard Medical School, earned a master’s in Public Administration from the University of Missouri, and studied urban and rural medicine at Oklahoma University.
https://www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/18/25) Freedmen Fridays: On this week's episode of our comprehensive reparations conversation, we talk money, global movements and the debt with Dr. Julianne Malveaux. Dr. Julianne Malveaux is President Emerita of Bennett College for Women. She is an economist, author and commentator who’s popular writings have appeared in USA Today, Black Issues in Higher Education, Ms. Magazine, Essence Magazine, the Progressive and many more.
https://www.juliannemalveaux.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/18/25) Will the anti-oligarchy movement save the LA Mayor's race? Has the LA Times gone full billionaire boys club? Why has a UCLA student been detained at the border in San Ysidro? Will the Lakers pull off a "gentleman's sweep?" Will the People's Budget in LA change the game? KBLA Correspondent Ed Sanders & Host Dominique DiPrima go in on these and other titillating topics.
@edwardmsanders
https://www.youtube.com/@DiPrimaRadio
(Airdate 4/18/25) Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a celebrity cosmetic dermatologist providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. For over 20 years, he has offered natural and alternative approaches to dermatological problems, including acne and eczema, to help his patients look and feel their best. After earning his undergraduate degree with honors from UC Berkeley, Dr. Wallace went on to Harvard Medical School, earned a master’s in Public Administration from the University of Missouri, and studied urban and rural medicine at Oklahoma University.
https://www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/18/25) Freedmen Fridays: On this week's episode of our comprehensive reparations conversation, we talk money, global movements and the debt with Dr. Julianne Malveaux. Dr. Julianne Malveaux is President Emerita of Bennett College for Women. She is an economist, author and commentator who’s popular writings have appeared in USA Today, Black Issues in Higher Education, Ms. Magazine, Essence Magazine, the Progressive and many more.
https://www.juliannemalveaux.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airtime 8am) As the founder of Glorious Arisings, she cultivates spaces where love and leadership merge, inviting people to embrace their full potential with courage and grace. Whether through her speaking engagements, coaching, or corporate leadership, Kiana infuses every interaction with divine intelligence, spiritual insight, and practical strategy.
https://www.instagram.com/kiana_webb/
https://www.kianawebb.com/contact
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airtime 7am) Sheryl Bender holds an MBA from CSU Long Beach. She is the Administrative Officer for the city of Long Beach Parks and Recreation Department. She is an HR specialist. On this podcast we talked about how to get a job, navigating AI, finding hidden opportunities. Later in the podcast we opened the phone lines for hot topics.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.hawthornebusinessexpo.org/about
(Airtime 6am) Jasmyne Cannick is a strategist award winning Gen X journalist and on-air contributor known for her incisive commentary on politics, race, and contemporary social issues. Her unique perspective grounded in both journalistic integrity and cultural sensitivity, has earned her accolades and respect across diverse audiences. On this podcast Jasmyne and Dominique explore the possibility of American citizens and especially black Americans being deported, in light of the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia also this guest, Chinese knock off products in the trade war.
https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/16/25) Dr. Andre M. Perry is a senior fellow and director of the Center for Community Uplift at the Brookings Institution. He is also a professor of practice of economics at Washington University in St. Louis. Perry is a nationally known and respected commentator on race, structural inequality, and education. On this podcast he breaks down the idea of Black power, where it is serving us and what solutions can be found from the places where Black people are thriving as laid out in his book Black Power Scorecard: Covering the Wealth Gap and What We Can Do to Close It.
https://www.amazon.com/Black-Power-Scorecard-Measuring-Racial/dp/1250869714
(Airdate 4/17/25) Redy Babasa-Thompson is the Vice President of Partners Bank of California and a proponent of the Hawthorne Business Expo. On this podcast he talks about business preparedness for growth and expansion. Later in the hour Assemblyman Isaac Bryan updates us on the legislation he is pushing forth including Wakeisha's Law, reparations and pay for imprisoned firefighters.
https://www.instagram.com/ib2_real/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/26/25) The Black Los Angeles Cannabis Council (BLACC) is leading the charge in the fight for economic justice, tax relief, and legal protections for Black-owned cannabis businesses. Kika Kieth and Madison Shockley II are cannabis entrepreneurs and social equity license holders. On this podcast they breakdown why they are protesting outside city hall today and what we can do to help force lawmakers to make good on their promises of equity & justice in the cannabis space.
https://www.blaccunity.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/15/25) The Bey Hive sting Queen Bey over high prices? Worldwide Tesla boycotts? Steve Harvey stans angry over his luxury lifestyle posts? Kardashians feeling the heat for showing off excessive consumption? Will the oligarchical surge in the U.S. government and the flossy celebrity lifestyle bring class analysis into the mainstream? The phone lines are hot as we weigh in on predatory capitalism in uncertain economic and political times.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/15/25) Jarim Person-Lynn is an Author, Activist and Wealth Coach. He left Wells Fargo's wealth management team during the 2008 financial crisis and founded Brass Knuckle Finance. He is the author of the books Brass Knuckle Finance and This is Why You're Broke. On this podcast we talk about how to deal with personal and business finances in a radically shifting economic landscape.
https://www.bkfuniversity.com/brass-knuckle-finance
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/15/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a political scientist, a professor of African American Studies at Cal State LA and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. On this podcast DiPrima & Abdullah take on important local topics like The People's Budget, a plea deal for Torrance Police officers, cockroaches at Erewhon and a caravan to support an African American student protester facing legal action for organizing protest at Cal State Chanel Islands.
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/
(Airdate 4/14/25) Ben Guillory is the co-founder of The Robey Theatre Company, he serves as CEO and Producing Artistic Director for the organization. Larry Muhammad is an award-winning playwright and producing director of Kentucky Black Repertory Theatre. On this podcast they speak on these iconic Black voices, explore Black history and the Black Arts movement, and Mr. Muhammad's play "Last Night at Mikell's" with its focus on the friendship between these artistic giants.
https://www.therobeytheatrecompany.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/14/25) Saharah Ali is a yoga teacher, astrologer, life coach and sound bath specialist. On this podcast she leads us in an affirmation and meditation and unpacks the power of the full moon in Libra.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 4/14/25) Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn is an abolitionist, a Hampton University grad and the owner of Person-Lynn Law specializing in criminal defense cases. On this podcast Attorney Person-Lynn answers our questions about our rights in the current MAGA environment.
https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/11/25) Gil Scott-Heron Bluesology is a theatrical reinterpretation celebrating the legacy of Gil Scott-Heron, covering his influential work from 1970 to 2010. The production features spoken word artists who breathe new life into his powerful words. Adding a personal touch to this tribute, his daughter, Gia Scott-Heron, shares stories and memories, providing a unique authenticity that distinguishes this production from others. On this podcast we focus on the legacy of Gil Scott Heron and the work of Miss Gia and Producer Lynn Conner in birthing this epic tribute.
https://www.gilscottheronbluesology.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/11/25) On this episode of #FreedmenFriday we meet Dr. Robert Turner, the Pastor of Empowerment Temple A.M.E. Church in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Turner started his advocacy work early in his career fighting for reparations, leading important movements & missions which led to a struggle over his calling. He is a Commissioner of Reinvestment and Reparations for the City of Baltimore Maryland, a member of NAARC and leads a forty-mile reparations march from Maryland to DC every month.
https://www.instagram.com/revdrrobertturner/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/11/25) Sherri Bell is a labor activist and KBLA contributor. On this podcast we look at Cali issues with national impact. How is Trump's trade war hitting Hollywood? What does the dismantling of the LA Housing Agency mean for the region's tens of thousands of homeless people? Why is the people's budget important in times of Tariff? And what get back options does China have?
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
(Airdate 4/10/25) Wilford Pinkney Jr is Assistant Chief Executive Officer overseeing the Community Safety Implementation Team (formerly the Jail Closure Implementation Team) of Los Angeles County. He previously stood up and led the Office of Violence Prevention for the City of St. Louis. He has spent over 35 years working in the criminal justice system. On this podcast we look at the closure of Los Angeles Men's Central Jail - a plan the LA County Board of Supervisors approved in 2021, and which does not appear closer to fruition in 2025. What will it take to finally shutter this dangerous and horrendous facility?
https://ceo.lacounty.gov/csit/
(Airdate 4/10/25) With Doge consolidating data, ICE seizing phones and tracking protesters, is it time to diminish our online presence in the United States? The Phone lines are lit and the topics are hot.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/wired/
(Airdate 4/10/25) Nakiesha "Moma Boo" Scott is a community activist, author and founder of the community-based organization "Live Yo' Life" which focuses on mentoring and uplifting young women and girls. On this podcast she speaks freely about the state of young people, the state of the 'hood and how we can help her continue to do the work with young people in the community.
https://liveyolife32.org/
https://www.instagram.com/momaboo132/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/9/25) Melissa Camacho is a Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU of Southern California. The ACLU is part of a coalition of organizations focused on closing LA Men's Central Jail - Justice LA.
https://justicelanow.org/
https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 4/9/25) Entrepreneur Dionne Phillips Owner of D'Lashes is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. Known as the pioneer of Eyelash Extensions to Hollywood's A-list, Ms. Phillips is an eyelash expert, licensed esthetician and beauty entrepreneur. Dr. Melina Abdullah is a professor in the Africana studies Dept at Cal State LA and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots.
https://www.instagram.com/dlashes/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/9/25) Dr. Daniel Tabor is an adjunct assistant professor at LA Trade Tech and Southwest College. He has a long career in private and public service including a time as Inglewood Mayor and several terms as an Inglewood. Reach him at danilektabor@gmail.com.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/8/25) Anna Benevente serves as director of labeling and ingredient review at Registrar Corp, an FDA consulting firm that helps companies comply with FDA regulations. She has been assisting companies with U.S. FDA regulations since 2009. She and her team have researched thousands of products to determine whether they meet FDA requirements for compliance.
https://www.registrarcorp.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 4/8/25) The phone lines are lit as Dominique and callers unpack Saturday's protests, the Trump tariffs, China's retaliation and the question of human decency in politics and the public square.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/8/25) Michelle White is President of a Non-Profit company called Neighborhood Survant's. Her mission is to empower our local youth and community leaders with tools necessary to become difference makers.
https://www.instagram.com/neighborhoodsurvants/
https://www.neighborhoodsurvants.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/7/25) John Feely is Executive Director for the Center for Media Integrity of the Americas. John Feely is a former US Ambassador to Panama. During a 28-year State Department career he was also Deputy Chief of Mission and Charge de Affaires in Mexico City and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs. On this podcast we look at the concept of codeswitching, the power dynamics that inform it and the role it plays in national and international politics.
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/7/25) Saharah Ali is a meditation teacher, life coach, astrologer, sound bath expert and yoga teacher. On this podcast she offers an affirmation, guided meditation and reflection on the next three weeks of "retro-shade." Later in the podcast we open the phone lines and Dominique catches us up on the headlines with a side order of progressive analysis.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/7/25) Hundreds of thousands of Americans marched this weekend from coast to coast, student visas are being cancelled, the sheriff's are boycotting their own event in support of a deputy who brutalized senior citizens at a Winco Store and 500 law firms have signed onto a legal brief to stop a Trump executive order. LaMikia Castillo is a professor, activist and mother of three boys. She is an organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles.
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/
(Airdate 4/4/25) Attorney Cheryce Cryer is a lawyer and activist who has been a very vocal advocate for Reparations and issues specifically affecting the Black community. She is a graduate of Howard University School of Law and UC Berkeley. On this podcast we look at how to move on reparations with the Biden administration, the incoming Trump administration and how to overcome the betrayal of the CLBC to win the passage of legislation to form a Freedmen's Bureau. Atty. Cryer speaks on her advocacy for Freedmen's Commissions at the municipal level and why she believes Black American descendants of enslaved persons should be a protected class unto themselves.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/4/25) Ed Sanders is a KBLA contributor and the President of ES Advisors. On this podcast we celebrate Malcom X, speak on respectability politics in Black History Month, unpack the school cell phone ban, analyze attacks on LA Mayor Karen Bass and look at Trump's executive order to dismantle police reform.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/3/25) Celebrity chef, a dynamic speaker, and one of the most productive health-research writers for the generation, Chef Keidi Awadu is on a powerful mission to spread his unique gospel of perfect health. He is the creator of the Living Superfood brand of nutrition-dense, raw vegan cuisine, as well as the author of six books touting the Living Superfood clinical nutrition system.
http://www.keidi.biz/index.htm
(Airdate 4/3/25) The phone lines are lit and the conversation is hot as we unpack America's crisis era from tariffs to layoffs, AI to the destruction of America's institutions and infrastructure.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 4/3/25) Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn is a graduate of Hampton University and Howard University Law School. He is an abolitionist, born and raised in Los Angeles. He practices civil rights and criminal law under the banner of Person-Lynn Law. On this podcast we look at the impact of the new Republican administration on: HBCUs, Green Cards, Visas, constitutional rights, law enforcement practices and lots more.
https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/2/25) Natasha Michelle Diamond- Walker, born in Granada Hills, California has always been called to the arts- loving to dance, act, sing, and design. She is the Chair of the Dance Dept at LACHSA. On this podcast we focus on the role of arts is public education and the legacy of the storied LA County High School for the Arts.
https://www.natashadiamondwalker.com/
https://www.lachsa.net/
https://www.instagram.com/natashadiamondwalker/
https://www.instagram.com/natashadiamondwalker/
(Airdate 4/2/25) Maya Griffin is the editor-in-chief and creator of BAAP Magazine (Black Arts and Philosophy) and boutique bookstore. Black Art and Philosophy. On this podcast we touch on the urgency of a renewed Black Arts movement and her mission to spread Black philosophy, art, hope and creativity in tough times.
https://www.instagram.com/blackartandphilosophy/
https://www.instagram.com/mayathebeeeeeeee/
https://www.instagram.com/baap_boutique/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/2/25) Christian Flagg is the Director of Training for Community Coalition, a member of Police Free LAUSD and a father of five. On this podcast we take on the Black Student Achievement Program, institutional attacks on Black students, closing the education gap and building a community safety infrastructure.
https://www.instagram.com/christianflagg_withthepeople/
https://www.safeschoolslausd.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 4/1/25) On this podcast we offer news and analysis - from Cory Booker to White South Africans getting refugee status, from defunding the Post Office to massive federal layoffs. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
Airdate 4/1/25) John Wood, Jr. is a national leader for Braver Angels, a former nominee for Congress, former Vice-Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles County, an opinion columnist for USA Today and a noted writer and speaker on issues of political and racial reconciliation. He is the host of "The Reconstruction Project w/ John Wood Jr." On this podcast John and Dominique debate tariffs, Kamala Harris and whether or not we are already living in an authoritarian state.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
https://www.instagram.com/johnrwoodjr/ https://braverangels.org/our-leaders/#:~:text=John%20Wood%2C%20Jr.%20is%20a%20national%20leader%20for,speaker%20on%20issues%20of%20political%20and%20racial%20reconciliation
(Airdate 4/1/25) On this podcast we share the story of the Rosebud Academy and their heartwarming quest to rebuild and bounce back following the tragedy of the Eaton Canyon/Altadena wildfire. Shawn Brown is the founder and executive director of the Rosebud Academy. https://www.rosebudacademy.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://www.showclix.com/event/ice-house-standup-for-students-4-6-25-4pm
(Airdate 3/31/25) Venus Thomas is the Founder of The Thomas Talent Agency in Los Angeles, a Black woman-led firm representing major film and television stars. She has been happily married to her husband, Leroy for close to 52 years and they are still romancing. On this podcast we look at the special sauce that makes their union thrive.
https://www.facebook.com/Agent007TTA
https://www.facebook.com/firstthingsfirstkbla1580/
(Airdate 3/31/25) Saharah Ali is a meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer, life coach and sound bath specialist. On this edition of Mindful Mondays, she speaks on the new moon/solar eclipse and opening ourselves to divine guidance. Later in the hour we pay tribute to powerful women who inspire and fortify us.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
https://saharahali.com/
(Airdate 3/31/25) James Farr is a journalist who writes for the LA Progressive and is a contributor for KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast they agree to disagree about Tupac, Nipsey and just about everything else. Also cover Altadena updates, #WakieshaWIlson and more.
https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/28/25) Margaret Prescod is an activist, author, journalist and radio host. She was a founder of The Black Coalition Fighting Back Serial Murders[1] and of Black Women for Wages for Housework.[2] Prescod is on the executive board of the Center for the Study of Racism, Social Justice & Health, at UCLA's Fielding School of Public Health.
https://www.instagram.com/margaretprescod/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/28/25) Adrienne Davis holds a dual appointment as the William M. Van Cleve Professor in the School of Law and Professor of Organizational Behavior in Olin Business School.
https://law.washu.edu/faculty-staff-directory/profile/adrienne-davis/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/28/25) Sherri Bell is a South L.A. native, and alumni of California State University Northridge, member of LABWC. On this podcast Sherri and Dominique take on the left coast issues of the day including-the attacks on LA's Mayor, the fire chief drama, Elon's attacks on labor and the impact of racial capitalism.
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://lablackworkercenter.org/
(Airdate 3/27/25) Elected to represent the 25th Senate District in November 2024, Senator Sasha Renée Pérez has been appointed to serve as the Chair of the Senate Education Committee. She also serves on the Senate Committees on Budget, Environmental Quality, Human Services, Public Safety and the Joint Committee on Arts. In addition, Senator Pérez will serve on a newly created Affordability Working Group to push forward an affordability plan aimed at improving the lives of working Californians and seniors. On this podcast she talks about her work to rebuild Altadena.
https://sd25.senate.ca.gov/
https://www.instagram.com/sashareneeperez/
(Airdate 3/27/25) A Georgia family is demanding answers after twin brothers were found shot to death in the Georgia mountains. Nazier and Qaadir Lewis, 19, were meant to board an early morning flight to Boston on March 7. 24 hours later, the twins' bodies found 90 miles away in the Bell Mountains. The deaths were ruled a murder suicide, but what really happened? On this podcast Dominique & caller look at this and other pressing topics.
https://abc7chicago.com/post/georgia-twin-brothers-dead-shot-killed-alleged-murder-suicide-family-refuses-theory/16043640/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/27/25) Jasmyne Cannick is an American politician, journalist, and pop culture, race issues and politics commentator. She is also known for her work as an advocate for underrepresented and marginalized communities. She was selected as one of ESSENCE Magazine's 25 Women Shaping the World, KCET's Southern California Seven Women of Vision, one of Los Angeles' Most Fascinating Angelenos by the L.A. Weekly and as one of the Out100 in 2019.
https://iamjasmyne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/26/25) Ben Caldwell is the community-minded filmmaker, educator, and cultural producer who in 1984 opened KAOS Network, the intergenerational media arts hub that has helped steward Leimert Park Village’s traditions of Black artistry, fellowship, and love. Kaosz Network is best known for it's world-famous hip-hop lab "Project Blowed" which spawned rappers like Aceyalone, Medusa, Freestyle Fellowship and more.
https://www.instagram.com/kaosnetworkz/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/26/25) Jabbar Wesley is an economic development officer a specialist in entrepreneurship, innovation, consulting, government & regulatory affairs with Local Initiatives Support Coalition. On this podcast Wesley shares the ASCEND business accelerator program and its mission to help your small business make more money.
https://www.ascendla.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/26/25) Nana Gyamfi received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University, and her Juris Doctorate from UCLA School of Law. She brings with her over three decades of service to the Movement for Black liberation, and over twenty years' experience directing Black social justice organizations and networks. Nana is a human rights and criminal defense attorney, a professor in the Pan African Studies Department at the California State University Los Angeles and is the Executive Director of BAJI (Black Alliance for Just Immigration). On this podcast we update Washington's latest moves on immigration and how they impact Black people worldwide.
https://www.instagram.com/instabaji/
https://www.instagram.com/attorneynana/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Airdate 3/25/25) First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 3/25/25) https://lasentinel.net/ First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 3/24/25) Dr. Gail E. Wyatt, a Clinical Psychologist, is a board-certified Sex Therapist and Professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Behavior at UCLA. She directs the Center for Culture, Trauma and Mental Health Disparities and the Sexual Health Programs. Dr. Wyatt has published well over 250 publications and written six books. "Stolen Women: Reclaiming our Sexuality, Taking Back our Lives" was a groundbreaking inquiry into how slavery and oppression impact African American women today. On this podcast we look at what the Diddy case says about how we perceive sex and sexuality, Black women and sexual health. We look into how porn addiction and our butt naked pop culture is changing sex.
https://www.semel.ucla.edu/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/24/25) Latrice Murray is Dominique's longtime friend and off the air political sparring partner. On this podcast Latrice digs in her heels that there are no "Global Good Guys" and we explore the implications of a worldwide shift to the right, the austerity movement and the changing global alliances.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/24/25) Saharah Ali is a meditation teacher, yoga instructor, astrologer, sound healer, sound bath specialist and life coach. On this podcast she shares a guided meditation, affirmation and insights on the revolutionary planetary transit or Neptune in Aries.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
Ed Sanders is a KBLA contributor and the President of ES Advisors. On this podcast we celebrate Malcom X, speak on respectability politics in Black History Month, unpack the school cell phone ban, analyze attacks on LA Mayor Karen Bass and look at Trump's executive order to dismantle police reform.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 3/20/25) Rickie Byars is an acclaimed and beloved singer-songwriter in the genre of inspirational/New Thought music. Her music resonates in churches of all denominations throughout the world. Live audiences and FB/YouTube streamers tune in to her weekly devotionals at 11:30AM PDT. On this podcast we focus on her music and legacy and navigating troubled times with love and creativity. It's a call to "get to ways of being together that honor each other."
https://www.facebook.com/therickiebyars/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CAO7OGFXv0
https://rickiebyars.org/
(Airdate 3/20/25) Kenneth Mejia is the 20th City Controller, elected in 2022 with 513,288 votes. Controller Mejia oversees a team of more than 160 employees who conduct independent audits and investigations, manage the City’s accounting, payroll, and spending, report on the City’s finances, and provide transparency on City operations, policies, metrics, and data.
https://homelessdashboard.lacontroller.app/
https://controller.lacity.gov/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/20/25) The phone lines are open as we continue a conversation about the "attention economy" and what pieces of our soul we are willing to sacrifice to be seen and heard.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
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
(Airdate 3/19/25) Ernesto Castañeda is the Director of the Center for Latin American and Latino Studies and the Immigration Lab. Full Professor, College of Arts and Sciences and School of International Service, American University. On this podcast we look at the Republican administration's emerging immigration policies, how they stack up with historical precedents, what's legal and what's not and what it could mean even for U.S. citizens.
https://bsky.app/profile/drernestocast.bsky.social
https:bsky.app/profile/diprimaradio.bsky.social
(Airdate 3/19/25) The phones lines are lit as we unmask the plans and plots of the new confederate Republican party under the leadership of Donald Trump. What is the strategy to defund the left that could leave Dems unable to compete for decades? What does it mean that Sen Schumer ad Rep. Jeffries are mounting no opposition to the MAGA agenda? How do we keep ourselves safe with no EPA, FDA and OSHA? We look at this and other menacing topics.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/19/25) Akili has worked on six presidential campaigns and has been in leadership circles for decades. He is a lead organizer for BLM Grassroots and with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. Akili is also the founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer institute. On this podcast we look at why Schumer caved, what Akili found when he recently spent months in Ghana following his nuptials, Mayor Bass's excellent public safety record and whether Republican overreach will have real consequences for the party.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/akili4thepeople/
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles. Laurence Ross talks with Melina about protest.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/ https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 3/17/25) Chief Ayanda Ifadara Clarke, Ajibilu Awo of Osogboland, is a master percussionist and educator. Highly skilled and internationally revered, he embodies and uplifts African and African Diasporic traditions. Chief Ayanda is a GRAMMY® Award-winning musician. His organization, THE FADARA GROUP, houses his public events, initiatives, and programs. He’s also the founder and Chief Babalawo of Ile Oturupon Sokun Temple.
https://www.instagram.com/ChiefAyandaClarke/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/17/25) Saharah Ali is a yoga teacher, meditation instructor, life coach, astrologer, numerologist, sound healer and sound bath expert. On this podcast she explains Mercury Retrograde in positive terms and leads us in an affirmation and meditation. Later in the hour we open the phones lines for hot topics and crowd-sourced analysis.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/17/25) LaMikia Castillo is a Professor at USC, a mom and an organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast we look at the moves Republicans are currently making against DEI initiatives on the nation's campuses and how they are playing out in real time.
https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/reels/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
(Airtime 7AM Mar 14, 2025) Nkechi Taifa is founder, principal and CEO of The Taifa Group LLC, a social enterprise firm whose mission is to advance justice. The Taifa Group’s portfolio of client services has included coalition-building, convenings, government relations, meeting and retreat facilitation, strategic planning, and trainings. She is founder and convener emeritus of the Justice Roundtable-a broad network of advocacy groups advancing progressive justice system reform and serves as a Senior Fellow for the Center for Justice at Columbia University.
https://www.instagram.com/nkechitaifa/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.thetruthawards.com/
(Airtime 6AM Mar 14, 2025) On this podcast Sherri and Dominique take on the left coast issues of the day including-the attacks on LA's Mayor, the fire chief drama, Elon's attacks on labor and the impact of racial capitalism.
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/13/25) LeGrand H. Clegg II, ESQ. Retired city attorney for Compton, now in private practice has been a noted authority in the fields of African and American history and culture for well over 35 years. his video production is entitled “When Black Men Ruled the World”. By way of the Clegg Videos, Audio Tapes, Study Guides and Website. Abeid Uzoma is an activist, musician, video and film producer. On this podcast they unveil their platform for Black Scholars and Kmt history - Afripedia Black.
https://afripediablack.lightcast.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/13/25) Professor Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. His research has addressed issues of race in a variety of relations involving labor, politics, civil rights and war. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. He is the author of over 100 books and scholarly articles.
https://www.intpubnyc.com/browse/african-americans-a-new-history-of-the-usa/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/13/25) Relatives of the grandson of the founder of Watts Nickerson Gardens housing complex are suing Southern California Edison Co. over the death of their loved one in the Eaton Canyon Fire in Altadena. (Kimiko Nickerson and grandson Chase Newton). Attorney Carl Douglas is representing them. Mr. Douglas is a powerhouse trial attorney and managing partner at Douglas/Hicks in Los Angeles. A dormer managing attorney at Johnnie Cochran's firm, he was a key player on the OJ Simpson defense "Dream Team."
https://www.douglashickslaw.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/12/25) Dante King is the author and executive producer of the new book and docuseries Diagnosing Whiteness & Anti-Blackness: White Psychopathology, Collective Psychosis, and Trauma in America. Dante King and Blackademics, a nonprofit organization he founded to provide educational experiences and opportunities to educators, lawyers, healthcare professionals, and the larger population, co-produced the Diagnosing Whiteness & Anti-Blackness ten-part episodic video series to support the book.
https://www.danteking.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/12/25) Wealth Building Wednesday: Rep.Club is a concept bookshop & creative space curated by Blackness in Los Angeles, CA. Black-owned. Woman-owned.
https://rep.club/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/12/25) Dominique elevates #BlackWomenAreDivine and the powerful contributions and spiritual brilliance of Black women in memory of #BreonnaTaylor. SHe also pushes back against the targeting of Black women from VP Kamala Harris to Mayor Karen Bass.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/11/25) Luis is a novelist/memoirist/short story writer/children's book writer/essayist as well as a community & urban peace activist, mentor, healer, youth & arts advocate, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. From 2014-2016, Luis served as the official Poet Laureate of Los Angeles.
https://www.luisjrodriguez.com/blog
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/11/25) The phone lines are open and Dominique and callers go in on National and internation headlines in the New Confederate Republican Era. Trump reportedly wants to shoot drug dealers on sight like President Duterte, now Duterte's going to prison.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 3/11/25) Dr. Melina Adbullah is an African American Studies professor, political scientist, a mother and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. On this podcast we explore #BlackWomenAreDivine and unpack the recent LAPD racist text message scandal, LA Sheriff's Deputy prison heroin dealer controversy, the detention of Mahmoud Khalil and other pressing topics for terrible times.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangeles/
https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/
(Airdate 2/10/25) Dr. James Lance Taylor is the author of Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama, which earned 2012 "Outstanding Academic Title" - Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries. He is a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS). On this podcast Dr. Taylor helps illuminate the moves by the Republican administration and calls out the role of the arts and our culture as resistance.
https://www.usfca.edu/faculty/james-lance-taylor
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/10/25) Dominique breaks down the meltdown of the LA times AI "bias-meter" and takes on other hot topics.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/10/25) Mindful Mondays: Saharah Ali is an astrologer, numerologist, meditation instructor, yoga teacher and life coach. On this podcast she shares insights on the Blood Worm Full Moon Eclipse, Mercury Retro-shade and maintaining our power in terrible times.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/10/25) YoNasDa Lonewolf embodies the fusion of Oglala Lakota and African American heritage. With a multi-faceted career spanning entrepreneurship, media and public speaking. From her roots in entertainment as a rapper and choreographer for Teen Summitt her current role as a vocal advocate against injustice she is committed to uniting people through "edu-tainment." On this podcast she speaks on her journey and the upcoming reclamation in honor of #BreonnaTaylor Black Women Are Divine.
https://www.instagram.com/queenyonasda/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
(Airdate 3/7/25) The phones are live and the topics are hot. We unpack this week's Freedmen Fridays conversation and take on the latest on the Republican/Trump agenda.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 3/7/25) Alison Rose Jefferson is a publicly engaged independent historian, heritage conservation consultant and a third generation Californian. Presently her research and professional interest revolve around the intersection of historical memory, American history, the history of the African American experience in Southern California during the twentieth century.
https://www.instagram.com/alisonrosejefferson/
https://alisonrosejefferson.com/about/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/7/25) 6AM, Ed Sanders is a KBLA contributor and the President of ES Advisors. On this podcast we celebrate Malcom X, speak on respectability politics in Black History Month, unpack the school cell phone ban, analyze attacks on LA Mayor Karen Bass and look at Trump's executive order to dismantle police reform.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 3/6/25) The phone lines are open and the topics re fire. Will Trump abide by the courts? Can the Dept of Education be dismantled? Will we go to war with HAMAS/Greenland/Panama/China? Who will be held accountable for Altadena? And will we finally fully appreciate the contributions of Roy Ayers now that he has passed?
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 3/6/25) Allen Shay, born in Bolton, Mississippi and lived in Jackson, Mississippi moved to Pasadena at the age of five alongside his widowed mother and thirteen siblings growing up in a humble environment. His journey into civil rights activism began with his involvement in the 1964 civil rights bill experiment and the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) integration efforts. He was appointed to Pasadena's Northwest Commission for 12 years, holding leadership roles as chair and vice chair multiple times. He is co-owner and operator of Altadena's Little Red Hen restaurant and community hub along with his entire family.
https://www.instagram.com/allenshay81/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airtime 3/5/25) Enrique Roig is former Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) at the Department of State where he covered Western Hemisphere Affairs & Africa. Previously he served as Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights at the Department of State. On this podcast he shares the global impact of the recent cuts to international aid.
https://www.instagram.com/enriqueroig/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/5/25) Wealth building Wednesday- Nichol Goff is the Owner at Golden Grassroots Sales and Marketing. Goff holds a Master of Business Administration and Management degree from the University of Phoenix-Southern California Campus. Join her for relief event for wildfire evacuees, on March 10th from 9am-3pm at Borner's Barber College 1284 N Lake Ave Pasadena, CA. Later in the hour we open up the phone lines and reflect on President Trump's congressional address and other national and international issues.
https://goldengrassroots.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/5/25) Wendy Gladney is a Life Strategist, Success Coach, Consultant, Author, and Speaker. Wendy has made it her mission to work with individuals, leading community-based organizations, small businesses, and corporations in America to help them get past the steppingstones and become stronger and more successful. Founder of the nonprofit organization called "Forgiving for Living Inc. On this podcast Wendy and Dominique unpack the president's speech to congress and address local issues.
https://www.forgivingforliving.org//forgiving_for_living/wendygladney
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/4/25) Dr. Mary Frances Phillips is a proud native of Detroit. She is an Associate Professor of African American Studies at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the author of the new book Black Panther Woman: The Political and Spiritual Life of Ericka Huggins.
https://www.instagram.com/maryfrancesphillips/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/4/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a political scientist and a professor of Pan African studies at Cal State LA. She is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and lead organizer with BLMLA. On this podcast we unpack national issues impacting Black folks.
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/4/25) The phone lines are lit as Dominique and the KBLA delegation dig deep on hard hitting local issues.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 3/3/25) On this podcast we look at the lessons of Rodney King on the anniversary of his beating. We also take on a legal analysis of the rapid and alarming changes to our democratic republic. Attorney James Simmons leads the Community Law Office of James M. Simmons. He is a professor of Africana Studies at Cal State Northridge and People's College of Law.
(Airdate 3/3/25) The phone lines are hot as we take on the rise of the billionaire class, attacks on Black women, the privatization of everything, the Oscars and more.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 3/3/25) Mindful Mondays: Saharah Ali is a meditation teacher, sound bath specialist, astrologer and yoga instructor. On this podcast she leads us in an affirmation and meditation and encourages us to release self-deception.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/28/25) Anthony Browder: Man, Woman Repair Thyself On this edition of Freedman Fridays renowned scholar & author Anthony Browder in our responsibility to repair ourselves. the repair of our consciousness and the role of our ancestral power in getting us through this neo nazi era.
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(Airdate 2/27/25) Guerline is a human rights advocate who dedicates her life to bringing awareness to issues that affect us all locally and globally, such as immigration, domestic violence, child sexual abuse, and other human rights issues. She is the co-founder and executive director of Haitian Bridge Alliance.
https://haitianbridgealliance.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/27/25) One Ohio neighborhood is arming themselves to keep neo-Nazis out. Will more Black Americans follow suit as so-called white supremacists are emboldened under the current Republican administration? What's the line between principled critique and a circular firing squad for progressives and other pressing points. People's City Council activist Jason Reedy joins Dominique for the first part of the hour.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/27/25) Jason Reedy is a member of The People's City Council, an abolitionist and an organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast he blasts L.A.'s Mayor and City Council and speaks on his dedication to what he sees are principled critique and direct action in service of overturning our current system of governance.
Twitter: @AxumSelassie @PeoplesCityCouncil @diprimaradio
(Airdate 2/26/25) Jarim Person-Lynn is a personal finance expert known for his stance against credit and debt. He has taught financial literacy courses to Los Angeles youth. He is the author of Brass Knuckle Finance. Person-Lynn teaches nationwide through social media, is author of 8 books on money and has appeared on numerous radio stations & podcasts. And just this year, he completed his first TED talk.
https://www.bkfuniversity.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/26/25) Golden Legacy Estate Planning and legal document preparation company is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. Consultant and licensed real estate broker Jahan Epps breaks down how to preserve generational wealth through living trusts, wills, financial education and planning. Later in the hour Dominique updates us on national and international headlines through a progressive lens.
https://www.instagram.com/goldenlegacyestate/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/26/25) Rev K.W. Tullous is the Senior Pastor at the historical Weller Street Missionary Baptist Church and the Los Angeles President and Western Regional Director of Rev. Al Sharpton's National Action Network. On this podcast we take a blunt look at the roles of legacy organizations in the resistance to the rampant anti-Blackness of the current Republican administration.
https://www.instagram.com/kwtulloss/
https://www.instagram.com/wsmbc/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/25/25) Twenty-year-old Texas Tech student Erskin Jenkins was killed by small town Texas Sheriff's, and she is still seeking the truth of what transpired and seeking our help to find justice for her beloved only child.
https://blmgrassroots.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/25/25) Lewis Dix Jr. an Actor and standup comic. Some of his work includes The Net, Friends, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Home Improvement, Cadillac Dreams, That's So Raven, A Different World. He is a celebrated warmup comic and a podcaster. His podcast "In a Mon's World with Lewis Dix and Friends" can be found wherever you get your pods.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/2/25) Dominique and Miles Low weigh in on serious, silly fun and factual issues of the day.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/
(Airdate 2/24/25) Dana Che Williams is a minister of the Gospel, a relationship mender, and a podcast host and speaker. She encourages, empowers, and equips women to step up more confidently and courageously in their lives and relationships. Dana Che is also a marriage coach and the founder of Thrive Relationships, LLC. On this episode of Black Marriage Monday we look at the skills and habits needed for a healthy marriage or long-term relationship.
https://danache.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/24/25) The phone lines are open, and we address the question: is it time to leave America? Or do we stay and fight for what's ours.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/24/25) Saharah Ali is a sound healer, yoga instructor, numerologist, astrologer, life coach and meditation teacher. On this podcast she speaks on the New Moon in Pisces, helplessness vs empowerment and our ability to choose empowerment over hopelessness. She also leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/24/25) James Farr is a writer for the LA Progressive and a KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique and James look at the challenges and obstacles facing families as they struggle to bounce back from the Eaton Canyon Fires. James has critiques for Karen Bass and Kamala Harris and Dominique has words.
https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/21/25) Comedian, actress and DGA Emmy nominated Director — AlyciaCooper was born with a mic in her hand. Alycia has been the opening act for some of the biggest names in the comedy game: Dave Chappelle, the late Dick Gregory, George Wallace, Whitney Cummings, Paul Mooney, Tom Arnold, and Felipe Esparza. On this podcast she has us laughing about FAFO, MAGA deportations, reparations, the 92% and Elon Musk.
https://www.instagram.com/alyciacooper2023/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
(Airdate 2/21/25) After betraying Black Californians by blocking key reparations legislation in 2024, the California Legislative Black Caucus is back with a fresh stack of proposed laws including the resurrection of a reparations bureau. Coalition for a Just and Equitable California's Chris Lodgson helps us understand and analyze these new bills and think about what's next.
https://www.instagram.com/cjecofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/chris_lodgson/
(Airdate 2/21/25) Ed Sanders is a KBLA contributor and the President of ES Advisors. On this podcast we celebrate Malcom X, speak on respectability politics in Black History Month, unpack the school cell phone ban, analyze attacks on LA Mayor Karen Bass and look at Trump's executive order to dismantle police reform.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 2/20/25) Brittany Friedman is an award-winning sociologist and expert on politics, cover-ups, and the dark side of institutions. She holds an appointment with the American Bar Foundation as an Affiliated Scholar and previously as an Access to Justice Scholar. Her first book is Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.
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(Airdate 2/20/25) Ashra and Merira Kwesi are lecturers on African history, civilization, religion, and culture. They present lively and dynamic multimedia productions and videos and conduct African-centered tours to Egypt. Based on their study and travel they reveal startling and profound information on the African origin of many of the concepts and symbols now utilized by the western world. On this podcast Merira breaks down the The Cultural Destruction of African Fashion and Ashra speaks on Reclaiming Our Black Genius from the Books in Stone.
https://kemetnu.com/index.htm
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/20/25) On this podcast Dominique delves into Left Coast issues: the Republican gubernatorial candidate that belonged to a white supremacist organization, the judge who shot his wife, the punter who challenged the MAGA city council, a big day for reparations and more. All of the conversation calls for us to stop preemptively surrendering to the Trump agenda.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
https://kbla1580.com/
(2/19/25) Miles Low, Dominique DiPrima and the delegation on the phones opine to understand the reactions and details of the A$AP Rocky verdict, the role of Rihanna and the implications of and reasons for the outcome.
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/asaprocky/
https://www.instagram.com/badgalriri/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/19/25) This Senegalese Angeleno who rose to fame on the Venice boardwalk is in our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. Marianne, the Body Butter Lady makes vegan, organic beauty products so pure you can eat them. In the second half of the hour Dominique goes in on Trump's latest executive order granting himself control over independent government agencies and breaks down why it amounts to the completion of a coup on paper.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/bodybutterlady/
(Airdate 2/19/25) Rev. Edward” Eddie” Anderson is a passionate civil rights activist and ordained minister with degrees from Morehouse College and Claremont School of Theology. He is a third generation Pastor who serves the historic McCarty Memorial Christian Church. On this podcast Pastor Anderson helps us wrestle with big questions and theological crisis brought on by the American national climate. Is it a sin to pray for someone's demise? Did Trump sign on with Satan? Why do evildoers thrive?
https://www.mccartychurch.org/
https://www.instagram.com/eddielanderson/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/18/25) Prosecutors claim the shooting of 16 year-old Ralph Yarl was not racially motivated. Republicans say Black Studies is DEI. Trumps MAGA followers insist the President does not have to obey the judges. On this podcast the phone lines are open as we obliterate the talking points and tall tales that are driving the conservative agenda.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/18/25) John Wood Jr. is a national leader for Braver Angels, a former nominee for congress, former Vice-Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles County, musical artist and a writer and speaker on subjects including racial and political reconciliation. On this podcast Dominique and John spar on the state of the U.S. Govt under the new Trump administration, the roots of Black conservatism and the future of the Republic.
https://www.instagram.com/johnrwoodjr/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/18/25) On this podcast Dominique celebrates the national, local and global protests against oligarch Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. The phone lines are hot and the topics are fire.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/17/25) Kraig Smith is a comedian and actor who is known for his prolific standup comedy, searing roasts and his popular "Kraig Facts" segments. His albums under the pseudonym "Chill Withers" are making waves on streaming platforms. Kraig has a huge online footprint with millions of views across all platforms and is widely known as The Roast King. On this podcast the focus is relationships, the rules, the challenges, the 12 kinds of crazy and how to navigate them.
https://www.instagram.com/theekraigsmith/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/17/25) Altadena and surrounding communities are lighting up townhall meetings and marching in protest against federal authorities plans to temporarily store tons of hazardous waste at local sites as part of the cleanup following the Altadena Eaton Canyon Fire. Dominique breaks it down.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/epagov/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/17/25) Mindful Mondays: Meditation instructor, sound healer, yoga teacher, sound bath expert and life coach Saharah Ali leads us through a guided meditation, affirmation and astrological outlook for troubled times. On this podcast she shares on the stellium of Pisces season and some insights on the "age of Aquarius."
(Airdate 2/12/25) Sam Lewis is the Executive Director of the Anti Recidivism Coalition (ARC). Previously, Sam served as the Director of Inside Programs. A former life prisoner himself, Sam understands the various obstacles, challenges, and difficulties the prison and reentry populations face. On this podcast we look at rehabilitation, alternatives to incarceration, how to stay out of prison's revolving door and what's working. To contact ARC call (213) 955-5885.
https://antirecidivism.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/12/25) Roman Combes is a entrepreneur and technologist with a profound dedication to fostering community development. He is the founder of Roman's Global Enterprise, Roman's Global Foundation and Havenmade Global. On this podcast he shares the story of how he moved his whole family to Africa and mad a living and a difference through his entrepreneurial skills and spirit.
https://website-5a0a5b8d.exl.rmj.mybluehost.me/
https://www.instagram.com/tarzanofla/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/12/25) Melina Abdullah is Professor and former Chair of Pan-African Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. She earned her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Southern California in Political Science and her B.A. from Howard University in African American Studies. She is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and the lead organizer for BLMLA. On this podcast we get updates on #SonyaMassy the People's Budget, predatory global capitalism and the full onset of U.S. Fascism.
https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/11/25) Doug Bond is President and CEO of Amity Foundation. He currently oversees dozens of contracts for Amity Foundation in California, and Arizona including four residential campuses serving over 500 people with histories of criminal justice system involvement, addiction and homelessness per day. On this podcast he gives us an inside look at how imprisoned firefighters live, work and train and the role they play as well as the rehabilitation that is part of the process.
https://www.amityfdn.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/11/25) Attorney Jaaye Person Lynn is a lifelong Angeleno, a Hampton and Howard Law grad and the proprietor of Person Lynn Law specializing in criminal defense and civil rights cases. On this podcast we look at what happens if the President defies the judicial branch? What recourse does Congress have to regain the power of the purse? And has the United States government as we know it already been overthrown?
https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/11/25) Hollywood is not fighting back this time - what does that mean for progressive creators? The finding out has begun, who will be spared? Why will the potato chips kill you? How come Trump hates paper straws? We ask the questions that bring more questions and the phones are on fire.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/10/25) Rapper Miles Low and Dominique do a deep dive on the symbolism of Kendrick Lamar's masterful Super Bowl halftime show.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/10/25) Saharah Ali is a meditation instructor, a sound bath specialist, sound healer, astrologer, yoga teacher and life coach. On this podcast she leads us on a guided meditation, unpacks the astrological transits that are in play, shares a timely affirmation and speaks on the Saturn Return of Patrick Mahomes as an example of what Saturn Returns are all about for all of us.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/10/25) Emma Sharif has served as the Mayor for the City of Compton since July 2021. Prior to her Mayoral victory, she was elected to represent the 4th District of the Compton City Council in June of 2015. Emma has been a resident of Compton for over 20 years, proudly raising her children and working in the community throughout that time.
https://www.comptoncity.org/home
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/10/25) Mayor Karen Bass has led the nation’s second largest city and delivered results for all Angelenos. Thousands more unhoused Angelenos have come inside in her first year than the year before, leading to a reported drop in homelessness for the first time in years. During her first year, homicides and violent crime decreased. Thousands of businesses opened. Prior to being Mayor, she represented Los Angeles in the State Assembly, Mayor Bass was elected Speaker, making her the first African American woman to ever lead a state legislative body in the history of the United States. Mayor Bass is the 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles, the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city's chief executive.
https://lacity.gov/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/7/25) Naturopathic doctor and “wholistic” (mind, body, spirit) health consultant and the CEO of New Body Products, located in Compton California. Dr. Sharita Yazid is carrying on the traditions and entrepreneurial enterprises of father, Master Herbalist and Organic Chemist Dr. Pau Goss. On this podcast she shares Dr. Goss's story, philosophy and some of his healing knowledge.
https://newbodyproducts.net/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 2/7/25) LA Reparations Advisory Commission Chair Michael Lawson is former President & CEO of the Los Angeles Urban League and a former U.S. Ambassador in the Obama administration after three decades as a leading international attorney. Vice Chair Khansa Jones-Muhammad, also known as Friday Jones, is a reparations advocate, educator, and former Los Angeles City Council candidate. She has over 20 years of business management experience and is a member of the New Frontier Democratic Club. On this podcast we look at the City of Los Angeles final reparations report and what is next. It's Freedmen Friday.
https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov/calendar/final-reparations-study-release https://caamuseum.org/programs/talks-and-workshops/whats-next-for-reparations
(Airdate 2/7/25) Ed Sanders, Miles Low and Dominique DiPrima chop it up on everything from Super Bowl predictions, to NFL Karens...From celebrating Black History through the contributions of "Fritz" Frederick Douglass Pollard one of the NFL's first Black players and very first coach.
https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=e
Twitter: @EdwardMSanders
(Airdate 2/5/25) Bradley C. Gage has been an attorney since 1985 and is the founder of Brad Gage Law, APC at (626) 323-9527. Jeff Davis is a licensed Life and Advanced Funeral Planning Professional who's been in space for 35 years. On this podcast we answer questions about how victims of the LA wildfires can protect themselves legally, through insurance and look at the lawsuits and insurance alternatives that could help make those victims whole.
https://altapasclaims.com/
https://www.goldbergandgage.com/attorney/
https://eatonfirelawyers.net/
(Airdate 2/6/25) Sabrina Foster is a mother, entrepreneur and an advocate. She retired from corporate America to a successful real estate career. On this podcast she talks about her son, Glenn Foster, Jr who was killed in police custody. #97 Foster played for the New Orleans Saints, and on the eve of the Super Bowl she calls on us to urge the NFL into taking action, to hold the Alabama Pickens County law enforcement agencies accountable as she continues to seek for answers and take legal action. She is asking that we call NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell at the league office (212) 450-2000 and the New Orleans Saints (504) 587-3990 and ask them to honor Glenn Foster, Jr.
https://operations.nfl.com/inside-football-ops/social-justice/social-justice/
https://blmgrassroots.org/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/5/25) Wealth Building Wednesday: Tatiana Marie is a movement artist, visionary, choreographer and certified Pilates instructor with a dynamic career spanning dance, theater and film. Deeply passionate about the intersection of movement and healing, Tatiana is pursuing a Master's in Mental Health & Wellness with an emphasis on grief and bereavement. On this podcast we look dance and movement as a means to heal from grief and avoid stress-induced disease. Later, we open the phone lines and Palestine, Gaza and the role of religion are top of mind.
https://www.instagram.com/mywellnessplug/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/5/25) Stephen Cue Jn-Marie is the founder of The Row LA – also called “The Church Without Walls” The former Virgin Records rapper turned pastor, activist and organizer, left the music business in 1994 to follow a spiritual and community calling. You can help fund a corner store in SKid Row owned by a Black led community organization at the website below.
https://www.instagram.com/creatingjusticela_/
https://www.therowchurch.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/4/25) Daylajane Mays, a single mother of two young children, found herself with little guidance and resources to raise her children. She somehow scraped by and put food on the table by sacrificing and working hard to make sure they had everything they needed. Her life’s mission now is to offer support, guidance, and resources to young mothers that need direction, assistance, and most of all, a helping hand.
https://www.instagram.com/rich_withattitude/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/4/25) Dominique and the delegation take on the Trump train wreck and all of its ancillary bills and programs. The key question: what are Dems doing to stop it??
https://kbla1580.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/4/25) Is it too late to get help if your house burned down? Were these the Blackest GRAMMYS ever? Why is Rick Caruso starting a foundation? How will tariffs tax you? Who can cancel Black History Month? It's a podcast ya'll.
https://kbla1580.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/3/25) We celebrate Black History Month with one of the world's most important Black Film Festivals by taking a look at the role of Black arts and culture in a season of fierce anti-Blackness. Kyla Pratt is a true icon for millennials from her leading roles in Disney Channel's The Proud Family, to UPN’s One on One, to the iconic Dr. Dolittle franchise - she is also a PAFF Ambassador. Born and raised in the Red Hook housing projects in Brooklyn, NY, Matty Rich, became highly regarded as the pioneer of Black Filmmakers. He gained major recognition at 19 as an acclaimed writer/director/producer with his award winning film, "Straight out of Brooklyn." His classic film "Inkwell" and his latest "The Birth of the Black Underworld" along with his work in video gaming and as a Professor at AFI continue to highlight his talent. Oduduwa Olatunji is Executive Director of the Pan African Film Festival.
https://www.paff.org/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/3/25) On this podcast Dominique follows the money in Washington, DC - from Elon Musk's gaining the keys to the Treasury to threats to shut down USAID to the pending price hikes as a result of the Trump Tariffs.
https://kbla1580.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/3/25) Mindful Mondays with Saharah Ali offers a guided meditation, affirmation and astrological analysis to start our week in balance.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 2/3/25) On this podcast we call for the Blackety Blackest Black History Month ever, look at the real world impact of the elimination of DEI (contrary to the IG video talking points,) and unpack the Black at the 2025 GRAMMYS.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/31/25) J French is an accomplished rapper, multi-instrumentalist and producer from Oklahoma City. J French began rapping when he was 12 years old. From humble beginnings, J discovered his love for music as a means to overcome a speech impediment, learning to play various instruments from an early age. His innate talent for painting and drawing further showcased his artistic expertise. The son of Grammy-winning reggae percussionist and vocalist Brother Num, J French is a voting member of the GRAMMYS. He has worked with several rappers in Oklahoma-Texas and Los Angeles including RC & The Gritz, Erykah Badu’s official band, and members of TDE.
https://www.jfrenchforever.com/
https://www.instagram.com/jaguarjfrench_/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(1/31/25) Our Freedmen Fridays series continues with Attorney Areva Martin, one of the country’s leading influencers shaping media today. She is a CNN contributor, award-winning civil rights attorney, civic leader, philanthropist and talk show host. Areva is an audience on a long list of shows from Dr. Phil to Good Morning America and a regular CNN contributor. Attorney Martin is a best selling author. She recently settled an important "reparations adjacent case" focused on Section 14 of Palm Springs, CA.
https://arevamartin.com/digital-talk-show/
https://www.instagram.com/arevamartin/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/31/25) Labor activist Sherri Bell joins Dominique for unvarnished and unbossed reactions to attacks on DEI all of the coded language and the real story of how it's hitting Black America.
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/30/25) Nakeisha Scott AKA Moma Boo is respected in both gang and political communities. Her organization, Live Yo' Life offers mentoring, jobs and training to young women and girls in South Los Angeles. She is the author of "As a Black Woman: How to Listen to Your Spirit and Love on Our Black Baby Girls." On this podcast we look at what it takes to prepare girls for the perils and opportunities they face. Women and girls quest to build character, avoid being a victim of sexual violence, and level up our lives are all in the conversation.
https://liveyolife32.org/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/30/25) What does it mean that almost 150,000 people a year are fleeing states with abortion bans? Will California succeed from the union? Did the Civil War ever really end? Will blue states be willing to keep subsidizing the red ones? Unexpected, unexplored and potentially unstoppable consequences of the new MAGA Republican administration.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/30/25) On this podcast we look at arguments for and against the state of California succeeding from the USA. How would an independent California defend itself? What would for mean for everything from reparations to passports? CalExit and Yes California President Marcus Ruiz Evans joins us for the second half.
https://www.instagram.com/officialcalexit/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/29/25) James Farr is a journalist, filmmaker, and host of the podcast The Conversation Live. He is also a contributor to the LA Progressive and KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast we cover the national political landscape and zero in on the granular details of the aftermath of the Eaton Canyon/Altadena fire...what we are mourning and the miracles.
https://www.instagram.com/jamesfarrlive/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.laprogressive.com/
(Airdate 1/29/25) Dr. Jeshana Avent-Johnson is the founder of The Intimacy Seminars & Psychological Services. She is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in family, trauma, sex, and relationship therapy. With six professional degrees in tow, Dr. Shalonda "Sunshine" Crawford is a licensed psychologist in the state of California. And the radio host of “The Dr. Sunshine Show” on Tavis Smiley’s KBLA Talk 1580 AM. On this podcast we look at finding balance and taking on trauma in troubled times. Two dynamic Black women psychologists help us handle fires, loss and political fears for ourselves and our families.
https://www.instagram.com/thedrsunshineshow/
https://www.instagram.com/theintimacyseminars/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/29/25) Wealth Building Wednesday: Cameron Moore is an herbalist, master nutritionist, healthy lifestyle transition coach and the owner of Beyond Vegan and #JuiceBae. On this podcast we look at the benefits and secrets of a vegan lifestyle and how Beyond Vegan is educating the people and delivering life-affirming, regenerative eats to doorsteps nationwide.
https://www.instagram.com/beyondveganeats/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/28/25) Obi Egbuna, Jr. is a founding member of the Pan-African Liberation Organization (PALO). Egbuna has published articles in the Final Call, the Chicago Standard, Rastafarian Today, and is the first U.S. Correspondent to The Herald, Zimbabwe’s national newspaper. This podcast features a wide ranging, freewheeling conversation on African liberation movements, current day leaders and the impact of U.S. policy. https://battlecubazim.wordpress.com/word-from-the-producers/obi-egbuna-jr/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/27/25) The phone lines are jumping as we process what's happening in Washington, DC and how it impacts cities, states and households. From Snoop to Satan...DEI to DOA it's in the convo. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/27/25) It's the return of Black Marriage Mondays and our commitment to personal development and cultivating healthy love. Dr. Erica Hole, PsyD is a licensed clinical psychologist who serves as the Executive Director of Champion Counseling Center at Faithful Central Bible Church. On this podcast we loo at keeping your union strong in tough times and how to strengthen your union during adversity instead of letting it all fall apart.
https://www.nami.org/
https://www.faithfulcentral.com/ccc
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/27/25) Mindful Monday: Meditation Instructor and Yoga Teacher and Sound Bath Specialist Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation, shares a personal affirmation and offers an astrological analysis to help us get ourselves on track for the week ahead. Next we open up the phone lines to practice focusing on what we want in the face of a barrage of jarring headlines.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/27/25) Councilmember Andre Spicer represents the 2nd District of the City of Compton. On this podcast we look at the present and future of the iconic city and how Compton is stepping up to help the people of Altadena.
https://www.instagram.com/hiddenblessing_foundation_/p/DFOY2K8SiaA/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/iamhubcitydre/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/24/25 - Starts at :35) Sheila Hines is the aunt of Wakiesha Wilson who died in custody at the Los Angeles Police Department's Metropolitan Detention Center in 2016. Wakiesha's family was not notified of her death until four days later in what they believe was a massive cover up. On this podcast Ms. Hines shares the family's view of what really happened, her relentless quest for some form of justice and how you can help pass "The Family Notification Bill" affectionately known as Wakiesha's Law which is currently being carried by Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager Dove.
https://kamlager-dove.house.gov/address_authentication?form=%2Fcontact https://blmgrassroots.quorum.us/campaign/55304/
(Airdate 1/24/25) Las Vegas MC and Queen of the Mic Angie T is a powerhouse corporate event host, emcee, radio personality, panelist and community advocate. NotaboiDJ is a vibrant force in music and radio. She is the morning show DJ for the radio station 88.1’s “The Wake Up Squad” in Las Vegas. Las Vegas' Sound Visionary** Detroit-born DJ Kelly J turned her love for music into a thriving career after moving to Las Vegas, teaching at UNLV and shining as Core DJ and host of The Drip on 91.5 FM. Their book is: Bars and Beats: Ladies of the Night - Own Your Power in Music, Entertainment and Business.
https://www.thefewfromvegas.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/24/25) Sheila Bates is an organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. She leads the BLMLA Policy Team and is a member of both the Justice and Torrance Teams. On this podcast she breaks down why reparations has been part of the Black Lives Matter Grassroots agenda since day one and how she sees the fight for reparations moving in the current MAGA era.
For text updates please visit: tinyurl.com/BLMGrassrootsTexts
https://blmgrassroots.org/policy/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/24/25)On this pod, KBLA correspondent Ed Sanders and Dominique DiPrima try to figure out why Trump wants to release the secret file of MLK, RFK and JFK and ponder the prospects for California succeeding from the union or at least from the federal tax system.
X: @edwardmsanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 1/23/25) Isaac Hayes, III is the CEO and Founder of Fanbase - his vision to change social media forever. Isaac's commitment to creating an equitable landscape for the next generation of social media users has grown Fanbase to an $85 million valuation. Fanbase is the first in app purchase subscription social media app ever. On this podcast Hayes shares his vision, how to get on and the entry level opportunities to invest while its still available via Start Engine.
https://www.startengine.com/offering/
https://www.fanbase.app/@isaachayes3
https://www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 1/23/25) "Talk to Me Nicely" applies to ourselves as well as others in these tough times of fire in Cali and Hell in Washington. On this podcast Dominique share ways to nurture our own mental health and bodily well-being and delves into daily headlines and the backlash levels of affirmative action vs. DEI vs. non discrimination.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
Airdate 1/23/25) In this podcast Dominique and callers ask hard questions about the inequities in fire response and recovery and celebrate the myriad ways Angelenos are coming together to save each other from nature's blazes and Washington's bullies.
https://www.instagram.com/neighborhoodsurvants/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/pcc_bacoda/ https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/11894177/pasadena-church/?next=%2Fpondsidehk%2Ffeed%2F&locale=%E8%B6%B3%E7%90%83%E6%8A%95%E6%B3%A8%E7%B3%BB%E7%BB%9F(%E5%BE%AE%E4%BF%A1mos058)0v5v https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/22/25) Chris Kazi Rolle is a Bahamain-born, Brooklyn-bred, and LA-Based serial entrepreneur working at the cross sections of creativity, personal development and relationships. He is the co-founder of Kazi Creative Agency, a content creation company that works with purpose-driven entrepreneurs to mold, manage, and monetize their personal brands. On this podcast he share his purpose-driven, spirit-centered approach to branding individuals, businesses and community organizations.
https://www.instagram.com/chriskazirolle/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/22/25) NACA CEO Bruce Marks has spent more than 30 years as an activist and advocate. His objective is simple, making the cornerstone of the American Dream, home ownership, possible for everyone.
Achieve The Dream Events: Riverside, CA Jan 24th - 26th | Las Vegas, NV Jan 30th - Feb 2nd | Tulsa, OK Apr 11th - 13th | Indianapolis, IN Jun 27th - 29th
https://www.naca.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/22/25) Community activist/entrepreneurs Aminah Jackson and Natasha Brown are bringing their expertise to help support three families who lost everything in the Altadena/Eaton Canyon Fire. Their virtual wellness retreat is called: Rebuild & Rise: Aid for Altadena
https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-rise-aid-for-altadena-fire-victims https://www.instagram.com/natashamarcella/
https://www.instagram.com/mintahtumbao/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/22/25) Jasmyne Cannick is a Hip Hop Generation award-winning journalist, a veteran Democratic political strategist, and a constant advocate for underrepresented marginalized communities. Her recent op-ed "Snoop Dogg at the Crypto Ball: The High Cost of Selling Black Culture" went viral and on this podcast we dig deeper into the conversation about rap artists performing for Trump. Are they abandoning their core audiences? Are they enabling white supremacists? Or are they simply making smart business decisions?
https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/21/25) Artist, Writer and Director Martine Syms has earned wide recognition for a practice that combines conceptual grit, humor, and social commentary. She has shown extensively, including solo exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Institute of Chicago, and Tate Liverpool. She has also done commissioned work for brands such as Prada, Nike, Celine and Kanye West among others. Martine and her family were also profoundly impacted by the Eaton Canyon Altadena fire. On this podcast she talks about her work, her beloved community and the ways artists and neighbors are rising to help one another.
https://the-brick.org/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-hope-for-the-syms-family https://hammer.ucla.edu/exhibitions/2025/alice-coltrane-monument-eternal
(Airdate 1/21/25) Sharon Kyle JD is a former president of the Guild Law School and is the publisher and co-founder of the LA Progressive. Sharon also sits on several boards including the Board of Directors of the ACLU and is on the editorial board of the BlackCommentator.com. On this podcast we do some post inauguration analysis and look at how the ACLU and others are already stepping up with challenges.
https://www.laprogressive.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/21/25) Dominique unpacks the "awkward gesture" and the day one MAGA moves.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/20/25) On this mind bending day of celebrating MLK's Bday while witnessing the second inauguration of Donald Trump, BAJI Exec. Director, Atty Nana Gyamfi unpacks the issues surrounding the last few days of the Biden administration, what's expected in the first few days of the second Trump administration and how it intersects with the great legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
https://www.instagram.com/instabaji/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/20/25) Meditation and Yoga Instructor Saharah Ali leads on on a guided meditation, affirmation and helps to set our intention on challenging day in American History.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/20/25) Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews.
https://www.intpubnyc.com/browse/armed-struggle/
(Airdate 1/17/25) Dominique fields call and unpacks crazy breaking news from the demise of Tik Tok to the Gaza Ceasefire deal...We also look at Freedmen Friday hot topics like Africans enslaving each other and whether we call ourselves Black, African American or other.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(1/17/25) Professor Fahima Seck was founding co-chair of the Howard University chapter of N'COBRA (National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America) and has been a producer-at-large for Pacifica Radio since the 1990's, co-anchoring national broadcasts such as the Millions for Reparations March in 2012 and Rappin' for Reparations at Howard. You can find her on Twitter @Fahima90
https://www.instagram.com/nationalncobra/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(I/17/25) Labor Activist Sherri Bell joins Dominique to look at the profound impacts of the LA Fires and what it means long term for preserving Black wealth, jobs, ending forced prison labor, sustainability. They also go in on the inauguration, MLK Day and more.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/
(Airdate 1/15/25) Women of Color Unite (WOCU) is a social action organization focusing on fair access, fair treatment and fair pay for women of color in all aspects of the entertainment and media industries. Cheryl Bedford is the founder of the organization and a filmmaker with 16 independent films and dozens of television and digital programs under her belt. She has a BFA from NYU and an MFA from AFI. On this podcast we look at the impacts of the LA fires on the business of Hollywood and how to open doors and hold the line for Black women in the space.
https://wocunite.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/15/25) Tony Smith is the founder of Vonte Products, is a native of Los Angeles who started his entrepreneurial journey at the age of eight and was able to retire his mother at the age of 19. On this podcast he shares his story and his efforts to help those impacted by the Altadena/Eaton Fire. Later in the pod we open the phone lines and taking on topics from the impending inauguration to Drakes latest lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us."
https://www.vonteproducts.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/15/25) DEI, the demise of Tik Tok, the Los Angeles Mayor, price gouging in the wake of the fires and Black women under attack are all in the convo in this wide ranging podcast with callers and freestyle thinking.
https://www.instagram.com/mutualaidla/?hl=en
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/14/25) Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang was elected in 2014 as the 27th Assessor for the County of Los Angeles and re-elected in 2018 and 2022. The Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office is the largest office of its kind in the nation and provides the foundation for a property tax system that generates $24 billion annually. On this podcast the Assessor speaks on how to reduce your taxes in the midst of disaster and he breaks down some of the complex issues about your property value and options in the face of the Los Angeles fires.
https://www.instagram.com/lacassessor/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://assessor.lacounty.gov/
(Airdate 1/14/25) Areva Martin is an award-winning civil rights attorney, sought after on-air legal commentator and nationally recognized children’s, women’s and disability rights advocate. She recently won a landmark reparative justice case representing more than 1,000 plaintiffs in Palm Springs, California. On this podcast she shares insights on the challenges and necessary measures for people impacted by the LA fires when it comes to insurance.
https://snnla.org/
https://laul.org/
(Airdate 1/14/25) The phones are busy as we sound off on misinformation and disinformation around the LA fires, our response and Los Angeles itself. We share updates on resources and community building initiatives in the midst of this massive climate driven catastrophe. FEMA Info Line (800) 621-3362.
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/mutualaidla/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/14/25) Climate Activist, Teacher and UTLA Organizer Bryant Odega joins Dominique to unpack the UTLA's demands for LAUSD fire response, push back on conservative talking points and look at how the climate emergency is driving LA's disastrous fires.
https://www.instagram.com/bryantodega/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/utlanow/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/13/25) Maya K. van Rossum is the founder of Green Amendments For The Generations, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring passage of Green Amendments in every state constitution across our nation, and also at the federal level when the time is right. Green Amendments recognize and protect environmental rights on par with other inalienable civic and political freedoms. She is the author of the book "The Green Amendment, Securing Our Right to a Healthy Environment."
https://forthegenerations.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/13/25) Saharah Ali is a yoga teacher, meditation instructor astrologer, life coach and sound bath specialist. On this podcast she leads us through a guided meditation, affirmation and prayer in response to the LA fires. Later we open up the phones for reaction and reflection.
https://saharahali.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/13/25) Brandon Lamar is a dedicated community organizer who has spent his life working toward social justice and equity for marginalized communities in the Altadena area. Brandon is President -elect of the NAACP Pasadena and is spearheading The Dena Relief Drive. Please make donations directly via Zelle to KingInMe2020@gmail.com or at the Flintridge Center website. James Farr is a journalist who writes for the LA Progressive and a KBLA contributor. He was recently forced to evacuate due to the Eaton Fire.
https://www.flintridge.org/ https://www.laprogressive.com/
(Airdate 1/10/25) KBLA Correspondent and LA Progressive Columnist James Farr updates on the Black-led relief efforts in Altadena and unpacks the disparate coverage and treatment of the Altadena Eaton Canyon blaze amid Los Angeles five devastating fires. Plus we open the phone lines and arm ourselves with facts to take on the attacks on LA Mayor Karen Bass.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/jamesfarrlive/
https://www.instagram.com/flintridgecenter/
(Airdate 1/10/25) Dr. Nubia Kai is a playwright, poet, and novelist from Detroit, Michigan. A lecturer at various universities, she has published two books: Solos and I Spread My Wings And I Fly and contributed to journals such as Essence and The Black Scholar. A scholar of anthropology and Black studies, she has a PhD in African literature and film. On this episode of Freedmen Fridays we look at this pre civil war history, what it says about our struggle and what it means for our reparations.
https://www.amazon.com/Spread-My-Wings-Fly/dp/1944242163
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/10/25) On this podcast we outline resources available for people impacted by LA catastrophic fires, celebrate the spirit of service, resilience and neighborliness of every day Angelenos and pushback on the BS, noise and opportunism coming from whiny billionaires and opportunists...Plus what to put in your "go bag" and other practical things to know in do in this climate crisis driven catastrophe.
https://www.instagram.com/mutualaidla/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/flintridgecenter/
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/9/25) Queen Afua, born Helen Robinson, is a renowned holistic health practitioner, wellness coach, and an accomplished author, who has been a trailblazer in the green foods movement for over four decades. Queen Afua has dedicated her life to fighting diseases by teaching people how to understand and utilize the power of food, self-care, and holistic healthy choices as an empowering lifestyle. On this podcast Afua shares healing advice for people impacted by the California fires, the impending inauguration and everyday stress.
https://www.queenafua.com/
https://www.instagram.com/queenafua/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/9/25) Dominique goes in on opportunists who are bashing LA Mayor Karen Bass and our fire department as Southern California burns and pushes back on media outlets that are platforming losing Mayoral candidate and non-expert Rick Caruso to air his sour grapes in the midst of a catastrophic crisis.
https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 1/9/25) Dr. Melina Abdullah is the Chair of the Council for Racial and Social Justice at the California Faculty Association-Los Angeles. She is also a dedicated mother of three children. Dr. Abdullah serves as a Professor of Pan-African Studies at Cal State LA, and is a Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter-Los Angeles. Additionally, she is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. Dr. Abdullah earned her Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Southern California (USC) and her B.A. in African American Studies from Howard University.
https://blmgrassroots.org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/8/25) Felicia "The Poetess" Morris, is a trailblazing figure in the world of radio and entertainment. The Poetess has collaborated with industry giants such as Clear Channel, Radio One, Sirius XM, and MTV. She has worked with luminaries like Steve Harvey, Tiffany Haddish and Cedric The Entertainer and was on the team of The Foxxhole with Jamie Foxx on Sirius XM Radio. In 2014, Felicia ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing Morris Media Studios. Located in the historic Leimert Park of Los Angeles, this professional podcast and voice-over studio is a full service podcast partner. On this episode we delve into what it takes to produce a successful podcast, which ones we like and what sucks.
https://www.morrismediastudios.com/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/8/25) As several major fires are raging in Los Angeles, Retired LA County Fire Chief Darryl Osby and City Council President/Acting Mayor Marqueece Harris-Dawson offer updates, tips and insights on Southern California's catastrophic natural disaster in real time.
https://emergency.lacity.gov
https://www.lausd.org/domain/4
https://www.watchduty.org/
https://lafd.org/news/palisades-fire-0
(Airdate 1/8/25) Khansa Jones-Muhammad, better known as Friday Jones, is a reparations advocate and educator. KJ is the Vice President of the Los Angeles Reparations Advisory Commission, President and Co-Facilitator of the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants, founding steering member of a Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, anchor organization for the California AB3121 Task Force, and former Co-Chair and founding member of NAASD Los Angeles. On this podcast she reports back on the reparations lobbying on the first day of the California legislative session for 2025, the five current reparations demands and calls to action for victory.
https://www.cjec-official.org/
https://www.naasc.org/
https://www.watchduty.org/
(Airdate 1/7/25) Sascha Escandon is the event producer/creator behind The Floor Show. She is also a professional organizer and a member of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing. On this podcast we talk about how to design and sort your space to create ease, comfort, beauty and functionality. We also touch on how to work with hoarders in your family or heal the hoarder within.
SREOrganizing@gmail.com
diprimaradio@gmail.com
(Airdate 1/7/24) John Wood Jr. is a national leader for Braver Angels, a former nominee for congress, former Vice-Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles County, musical artist and a noted writer and speaker and host of The Reconstruction Project on KBLA 1580 AM. . On this "Talking Point Tuesday" Dominique and John intellectually joust on the "bright side" of the incoming MAGA administration.
https://braverangels.org/author/johnbetter-angels-org/
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/7/25) The phone lines are open and Dominique and callers weigh in on everything from the dis at the election certification, to LA's pending life threatening windstorm to the intense pro-reparations lobbying planned for the new legislative session in Sacramento today.
https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 1/1/25) Purusha Hickson is the founder and director of Stretch for Success Seminars. A hatha yoga teacher for more than 35 years, his principle teacher is Swamini Turiyasangitananda, aka Alice Coltrane, and he holds a senior hatha yoga teaching certificate from The Vedantic Center in Agoura, California. On this podcast we look at yoga as a means for stress management and well-being in turbulent times.
stretchforsuccess7@gmailcom
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(Airdate 1/6/25) Saharah Ali is a yoga and mediation instructor, a sound healer and sound bath specialist, astrologer and life coach. On this edition of Mindful Mondays she shares a guided affirmation, meditation and forcefully challenges us to release our false beliefs. Later, we open the phone lines and callers weigh in as headlines heat up on the anniversary of the MAGA attempted coup.
https://saharahali.com/
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(Airdate 1/6/25) Rev. Mark Mark Thompson Matsimela Mapfumo has a B.A. in Journalism from the University of the District of Columbia and a Masters in Divinity from Howard University. He is a Life Member of the NAACP, the National Action Network, the National Congress of Black Women and the National Organization of Women. The Rev. Mark A. Thompson Matsimela Mapfumo was honored at the 104th Annual NAACP Convention in July 2013 “for 25 years of crusading journalism and outstanding leadership in furthering the work of civil and human rights.” On this podcast we unpack where the nation is on the eve of Trump's inauguration and on the fourth anniversary of the MAGA attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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(Airdate 1/3/25) The phone lines are simmering and the topics are tasty. Callers weigh in on DEI, Tesla, Reparations, the Black Agenda Costco vs. Sam's Club and more.
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(Airdate 1/3/25) Freedmen Fridays: Chris Lodgson is the Lead Organizer for Coalition for a Just and Equitable California and ARCC, the American Redress Coalition of California, which are grassroots organizations working for reparations and reparative justice for descendants of U.S. chattel slavery living in California. On this podcast Lodgson updates us on the next moves as activists prepare to push for specific reparations legislation following the failure of the CLBC to bring crucial reparations legislation up for a vote in 2024.
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(Airdate 1/3/25) Trae the Truth rescued his daughter near the border, a 14-year old was found safe in L.A., Apple will pay a pittance for Siri spying on you, predatory capitalists are selling and your the product, plus how'd that guy get in that Waymo? Labor activist Sherri Bell and Dominique DiPrima are "Homegirls on the Headlines."
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(Airdate 1/2/25) Lisa Nichols is one of the world’s most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa’s courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide. Lisa is also a best-selling author of ten books. She has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra.
https://motivatingthemasses.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lisa2motivate/?hl=en
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(Airdate 1/2/25) Rev. Greta Sesheta is the founder of the Seven Pointed Star Ministry after spending 28 years as Assistant Pastor at Agape Church. Sesheta was an ancient Egyptian goddess of writing and record-keeping and in that spirit Rev Greta calls herself a storytelling Minister spreading her teachings through sermons, sonnets, poems and essays.
https://revgreta.com/
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(Airdate 1/2/25) Miles and Dominique kick off the first podcast of the year looking back at what we loved from 2024 and where we are going in 2025. Godly guidance, gal setting, resolutions, optimism, motivation, inspiration and creativity are all on the agenda. From Simone Biles to Kendrick Lamar we revel in the highlights and imagine great things to come.
https://www.mileslowmusic.com/
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(Airdate 12/30/24) Sharon Kyle, JD is a former President of the Guild Law School and is the publisher and co-founder of the LA Progressive. Ms. Kyle sits on several boards including the Board of Directors of the ACLU. On this podcast we cover the life and accomplishments of President Jimmy Carter and the glory and grandiosity the shortfalls and shame of presidential legacies.
https://www.laprogressive.com/
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(Airdate 12/30/24) It's a Mindful Monday with meditation instructor, sound healer, yoga teacher, astrologer and life coach Saharah Ali leads us in a guided meditation, affirmation and intention-setting for 2025 and beyond. In the second half of the hour we open the phone lines and take on global and take on national hot topics.
https://saharahali.com/
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(Airdate 12/30/24) James Farr is a journalist writing for The Los Angeles Progressive and a KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique & James look at the most memorable moments of 2024 and unpack breaking news and hard hitting headlines from Beyonce's halftime performance to the police killing of Robert Brooks.
https://jamesfarrlive.com/
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(Airdate 11/14/24) Dr. Gerald Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston. He is the author of over 100 books and scholarly articles. He received a PhD in History from Columbia University, a J.D. from UC Berkeley and a B.A. from Princeton.
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(Airdate 12/2/24) KBLA Contributor and ES Advisors President Ed Sanders joins Dominique for a lively podcast tackling everything from the LAUSD's new success numbers to President Biden's pardon of his son Hunter. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 11/20/24) Mike Bonin served on the Los Angeles City Council from 2013-2022. He hosts "What's Next, Los Angeles", a podcast about current affairs in Southern California, and writes about economic, social and racial justice in Southern California. On this podcast we look at progressive wins in political offices and policy positions - what Mr. Bonin calls a silver lining in the 2024 election. https://mikebonin.substack.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 11/19/24) Professor James Lance Taylor is author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama. He is a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS), an important organization of African American, African, and Afro Caribbean political scientists in the United States, 2009-2011. He is a professor at the University of San Francisco. https://www.usfca.edu/faculty/james-l... https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 11/18/24) KBLA Contributor James Farr writes for the L.A. Progressive and hosts the podcast The Conversation Live. On this podcast Dominique and James go ham - did Jake Paul pay Tyson to throw the fight? What does Nathan Hochman's aggressive conservative rhetoric mean for Black Angelenos? Is the Swat Mafia an LAPD gang? What happens next when Nazis are feeling emboldened? https://jamesfarrlive.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 11/13/24) Bishop Sherman Manning was called into ministry at age 8, licensed to preach at 13 and ordained at 17. Later he went to prison where he studied God and himself. In 2016 he organized the Yes, We Can Worship Center. On this podcast he speaks on his new Black and Jewish alliance in Los Angeles and hsi quest to build tiny homes for the unhoused.https://yeswecanworshipcenter.org/https://www.thetinyhomesproject.com/
(Airdate 11/4/24) KBLA Contributor and LA Progressive Reporter James Farr goes over his personal ballot with you - as Dominique chimes in with color commentary.https://jamesfarrlive.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 11/1/24) Ed Sanders is a KBLA Contributor and the President of ES Advisors Group a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns and directing community based and business growth initiatives. On this podcast Dominique and Ed speed through the LA City/County Ballot sharing quick notes and strong opinions to help you make up your mind.Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 10/31/24) Sharon Kyle is the publisher and editor of the LA Progressive a daily online publication. She is the former president of the Guild Law School and a member of the Board of Directors for the ACLU and is on the editorial board of the BlackCOmmentator.com.https://www.laprogressive.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 10/29/24) The phone lines are hot with one week until Election Day 2024. We focus on how to make a voting plan, why it's important and the reasons and strategies for our victory.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradi...
(Airdate 10/28/24) James Farr is a print journalist who writes for the L.A. Progressive. He hosts the podcast "The Conversation Live'" and is a contributor for KBLA Talk 1580 radio. On this podcast Dominique and James go toe-to-toe on third party politics, Kamala Harris, fascism and more.https://jamesfarrlive.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 10/25/24) LA County District Attorney George Gascon joins us in the studio along with one of the more outspoken members of his Black Advisory Committee - Gen Z Journalist Jasmyne Cannick. On this podcast we look at the impact of the advisory committees on policies and practices within the DA's office and the impact on justice for Black Los Angeles. The community is invited to a convening of the DA's Black Advisory Committee at the WLCAC in Watts on Tuesday October 29, 2024 at 5:30PM. https://da.lacounty.gov/community/afr...https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 10/24/24) Dominique takes on the endless talking points and early morning trolls of election season. BLM Los Angeles Organizer Sheila Bates goes over the BLMLA Election Slate of recommendations.https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangel...https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradi...
(Airdate 10/23/24) The phone lines are open for election conversation...Why is the LA Times not making an endorsement in the presidential election? How fast will Rudy Giuliani have to turn over all of his money to two poll workers? What happens if Trump wins? Or loses? And more..
(Airdate 10/22/24) Dr. Melina Abdullah is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and the Lead Organizer for Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast she shares the history of 10/22 they Day of Action Against Police Brutality and its urgency given the proliferation of "cop cities' across the country. https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroo...https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangel...https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradi...
(Airdate 10/21/24) The phones are lit and the conversation is free flowing. Is Elon Musk's million dollar give away illegal? What are the reasons to vote for Harris (rather than against Trump)?https://kbla1580.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 10/21/24) Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning Generation X journalist, and a Democratic Strategist. On this podcast Dominique & Jasmyne share their views and their logic on some candidates and key election issues.https://iamjasmyne.com/https://kbla1580.com/
Airdate 10/17/24) With over 30 years of public service experience, Michelle Chambers has dedicated her career to creating positive change for our communities. As a City Councilmember, Michelle fought for workers’ rights, better city services, higher wages, safer neighborhoods, and more affordable communities. As an aide to Janice Hahn in Congress, she helped deliver federal services and resources to our community. Chambers comes from a union family and is a former union member herself — so she understands firsthand the power of organized labor and will always fight for working families. Michelle and her husband Todd are both former AFSCME members, her sister is a union nurse, and their father was a 40-year member of the UA Pipefittershttps://www.michelleforcalifornia.com/
(Airdate 10/17/14) Dominique, Miles and the KBLA delegation chop it up on important issues of the day.https://www.intpubnyc.com/browse/arme...https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 10/16/24) Doug Bond is the President and CEO of the Amity Foundation overseeing contracts in California and Arizona and serving over 50,000 justice-involved individuals each year. As a former foster youth Mr. Bond and his family benefited from the help of Amity as a child and he is now paying it forward. On this podcast we look at what "care first" means in concrete terms and some of the programs and services offered by the Amity Foundation as well as one of their important partners the L.A. County Justice, Care and Opportunities Department.https://www.amityfdn.org/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 9/27/24) Rob Battles is a longtime organizer, formerly with Los Angeles' Community Coalition. He is currently Producer for Dr. Nii Quartelai Quartey and Attorney Areva Martin's radio programs on KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast we talk down ballot issues in the upcoming election.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 9/9/24) A former State Assembly member representing California 48th District, Davis served as Vice Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus. He is the President of the New Frontier Democratic Caucus. On this podcast Dr. Davis unpacks what went wrong when the CLBC failed to give two key reparations bills a full assembly vote and he looks at what needs to be done to salvage these foundational pieces of legislation. https://www.instagram.com/newfrontierdemocraticclub/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580
(Airdate 9/6/24) Assembly member Isaac Bryan represents California's 55th District which includes Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw district, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Del Rey, Palms, Pico-Robertson, Beverly Grove, Mid-Wilshire, and parts of South Los Angeles. He is a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus which recently chose not to bring two important reparations bills up for vote by the full Assembly after they passed the Senate, causing community disappointment and outrage. On this podcast Bryan addresses lingering questions, rumors and future plans for advancing reparations in California and nationwide.
(Airdate 9/6/24) Dewana Little is the Chair of the city of Asheville North Carolina's Reparations Commission Chair. She is a fourth generation Asheville native whose own great-grandparents lost their home during urban renewal impacting her families' intergenerational wealth. On this podcast Ms. Little outlines the work of her commission, the obstacles and the wins including their audit of all city departments and six month extension for their commission.https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.ashevillenc.gov/?s=reparations
(Airdate 9/6/24) Tiffany Quarles is a grassroots activist with the Lineage Equity and Advancement Project (LEAP) and the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California as well as a board member for the New Frontier Democratic Club. On this podcast she sorts out the aftermath of last night's emergency town hall meeting on reparations and how to get involved in upcoming calls to action.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://www.cjec-official.org/(Airdate 9/6/24) Donnita Hathaway is a voter engagement activist and the Director of the Donny Hathaway Legacy Project. On this pod she talks about her quest to end suicide in memory of her famous father using the healing power of music. She also shares the importance of the 988 mental health/crisis hot line and why she is on a mission to spread the word about it.https://988awareness.org/https://donnyhathaway.org/
G Perico, David Hogg and Joe Michael Nickson may not be on the same microphone often, but on this podcast they build, through a freewheeling conversation , on how to register new voters, educate old ones and inspire everyone to do their civic duty register and vote. G Perico is a rap artist, independent label owner and entrepreneur who issued his first releases when he was in jail before blowing up with his break through mix tape "Shit Don't Stop" in 2017. Joe "The Idea Man" Nickson is the co-founder of Concreates Ad Agency which he launched after being released from federal prison. David Hogg is Co-founder and President of Leaders We Deserve and the Co-Founder and Board Member for March for Our Lives. This unusual panel explores what it takes to engage voters and why it matters.
Alycia Cooper is an actress, singer, dancer and DGA Emmy nominated Director. She opened for some of the top comics including Dave Chapelle and Dick Gregory and appeared on the top comedy television shows including "Comic View" and "Last Comic Standing." On this podcast Dominique and Alycia take on Kamala haters, Elon Musk's battle with Brazil, the new Trump movie and what's at stake in 2024https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/alyciacooper2023/https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
Billion Godsun is a reparationist and community activist who has called an emergency town hall meeting on California's failed reparations legislation. He is co-founder of AfricaTown Coalition and a member of Californians Organizing for Reparations. Friday Jones is a reparations activist and a member of the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants of Los Angeles. On this podcast they breakdown next steps in a call to action to bring back the reparations bills, get to the bottom of what really happened and hold lawmakers who stood against them accountable.https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/https://www.instagram.com/africatowncoalition_/https://www.instagram.com/iamfridayjones/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
Jan WIlliams is a mother an organizer with Black Lives Matter and a member of CJEC. She is one of dozens of reparationists who marched on the Capitol to try to get California lawmakers to vote on two key reparations bills. Text her if you'd lkike to get involved (424) 204-2539.Twitter: @THERealJanBoo22 @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 8/390/24) Dominique brings you conversations captured at the DNC 2024 in Chicago.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/30/24) Los Angeles City Reparations Advisory Commission under the purview of the LA Civil Rights Department has unveiled an executive summary of their preliminary report. Dr. Gabriel Selassie is one of the city's academic partners at Cal State Northridge. Dr. Selassie's first book lands in 2024 and he has authored scholarship appearing in numerous academic journals including the Journal of Africana Religions and California History Journal.https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov/
(Airdate 8/30/24) The California State Assembly and the California Legislative Black Caucus appears to have abandoned two crucial reparations bills that are facing an 8/31/24 deadline. This podcast is a call to action to save legislation meant to create a Freedmen's Bureau and a funding mechanism for reparations. Atty Kamilah Moore was Chair of the California Reparations Task Force and Friday Jones (AKA Khansa Muhammad) is as long time reparationist.https://www.cjec-official.org/
(Airdate 8/29/24) Dominique shares some of her conversations with impressive young people from the Democratic National Convention. Erica Claudio, Krista McGwire, Saad Amer, Justin Jones and Dawn Staley are on the mic. This podcast gives a sense of the span and creativity of the ways that Gens Y and Z are engaging with the Democratic Party and the Harris-Walz campaign.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/28/24)Dr. Sadeeghpour and Dr. Sepahrrad are highly respected voices on Iran's geopolitical landscape, with extensive experience in Middle East affairs. Dr. Sadeghpour is an Iranian American human rights activist and the political Director of the Organization of Iranian-American Communities. Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad is an Iranian American author, a Technology Executive and a professor of practice in cybersecurity. https://oiac.org/
(Airdate 8/28/24) The phone lines are simmering and the hot topics boiling over: gentrification, the eviction of Sika from his Leimert Park/Africa Town store; Newsom's stance on reparations and much more.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/artandpractice/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/africatownenterprise/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/Sikadwimfo/
(Airdate 8/28/24) Callers, the YouTube Chat and Dominique unpack hot topics, including whether or not to allow the Republican trolls who have been calling with increasing frequency should be given a platform or be exiled from the airwaves just as right wing platforms ban progressive voices.https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/27/24) Rushion is a two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer. His diverse background includes a career at IBM, headlining comedy clubs, sitcom writer, Brand Ambassador and host of the popular podcast "Money Making Conversations Master Class." Rushion Executive Produces ESPN+ "Stephen A's World" and the "Jazz Music Awards."https://www.moneymakingconversations.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/27/24) Ira from LA rails on about "Demo-Rats," Fred wants to leave the unhoused to die on the streets and Charlie says First Lady Michelle Obama is a man. MAGA Republicans act weird and desperate as Dominique & the KBLA delegation clap back.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/27/24) The phone lines are jumping as Dominique and the KBLA callers are taking a serious look at Left Coast issues from Trump's obvious cognitive decline, to California's rent control initiative, to Los Angeles's reparations findings.https://kbla1580.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/26/24) Dominique shares insights, impressions and interviews from the DNC. The KBLA Delegation weighs in on the phones.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/26/24) Attorney Capri Maddox updates us on the findings of the Los Angeles Reparations Advisory Commission. The report will be unveiled 8/27/24 and it will detail the data compiled by the commission and the analysis provided by their academic partners at Cal State Northridge.https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.gov/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about
(Airdate 8/26/24) James Farr is a journalist whose work appears in the LA Progressive. He hosts his own podcast "The Conversation Live" and is a regular contributor to KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast James and Dominique bump heads about VP Kamala Harris, the DNC, third party candidates and what is in the best interest of Black America.https://www.instagram.com/jamesfarrlive/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/26/24) Meditation Instructor and Yoga Teacher Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation, shares mindfulness practices and breaks down Mercury in Retrograde for Virgo season. For an appointment call (213) 628-9783.www.SaharahAli.com
(Airdate 8/22/24) Dominique DiPrima is live from the Democratic National Committee 2024 in Chicago, bringing behind the scenes interviews and unlikely conversations to reveal another side to the Democrats big infomercial. Dominique streams from the California Delegation breakfast with guests Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Sherri Bell, Attorney Areva Martin and Barbara Perkins of the International Black Women's Public Policy Institute.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/22/24) Dominique is broadcasting from the DNC 2024, bring you BTS action and interviews to reveal the action behind the action. Labor Activist Sherri Bell, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Julianne Malveaux https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 8/22/24) Dr. Nana Afoh-Manin speaks on her organizations quest for student loan forgiveness and what it means to Black doctors and African Americans in need of care should Trump be re-elected.https://www.sharedharvestfund.org/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/21/24) Dominique DiPrima broadcasts from the DNC 2024 with special guests Attorney Adia May, Attorney Areva Martin, California Controller Malia Cohen, CA Secretary of State Shirley Weber and CA State Senator Steve Bradford.https://kbla1580.com/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/21/24) Antonio Villaraigosa is the former Assembly Speaker for the State of California, former Mayor of Los Angeles and chaired the DNC for President Barack Obama in 2012. On this podcast he shares wide ranging views and insights on the DNC 2024 and talks about his current quest to be Governor of the golden state. https://www.antonio2026.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/21/24) Yvonne Wheeler is a veteran labor leader and civil rights activist. She is the President of the LA county Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO. Cynthia Mitchell-Heard is the President and CEO of the Los Angeles Urban League. https://laul.orghttps://thelafed.org/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/20/24) Michigan Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist, Instagram influencer @2Raw2Real AKA Kenneth Walden, NAACP's Travon Williams are among the fascinating line up of guests Dominique converses with in the hallways, rooftops and press spaces of the DNC broadcasting from Chicago 2024.https://www.instagram.com/naacp/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/2rawtooreal/https://www.instagram.com/ltgovgilchrist/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/20/24) Jotaka Eddie initiated the #BlackWomenLead phone call that set off a wave of fundraising for VP Harris. Rep. Maxine Waters is one of America's most influential women. Congressman Jamal Bowman just lost his seat after being targeted by pro-Israel groups in his primary election but he says his leadership will continue and Rep. Bennie Thompson led the January 6th Committee in congress. We track them down at the DNC 2024https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/20/24) Behind the scenes at the Democratic National Convention - Dominique brings you another side of the glitzy Democratic Party gathering to bring you voices and organizers from inside and from without. Guests include Sabrina Odeh, former Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh, former Calif. Controller Betty Yee and DNC Youth Organizer Tylk McMillan.https://kbla1580.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about
(Airdate 8/19/24) Dominique broadcasts from the DNC Day 1 from Chicago Illinois.First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/19/24) Live from the DNC 2024 in Chicago, Illinois Dominique brings you conversations with prominent lawmakers and activists who share their reasons for their engagement at the DNC.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/19/24) Dominique does a daily broadcast from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois. Today she crosses paths with Supervisor Holly Mitchell, Pioneer Dem Club Prez. Mike Davis, Morehouse Student Sterling Gabriel.
(Airdate 8/17/24) Dominique unpacks VP Kamala Harris's newly released economic agenda and examine the Vice President's prior words and actions on reparations.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/17/24) In this installment of our #FreedmenFridays series Dominique DiPrima speaks with Malik Shabazz, Esq, the President of Black Lawyers for Justice. Attorney Shabazz is the Conductor of the Afrodescendant Nation. On this podcast he shares the work his organization is doing to further the cause of reparations and his plebiscite/referendum and why he believes the UN and international courts are so important to the fight for reparations. https://www.afrodescendant.org/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/17/24) Sherri Bell is a Labor Organizer, an Activist and a KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique & Sherri drop unvarnished takes on Republican talking points, pop culture plants, progressive posers and kangaroo breakdancing. https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/15/24) J. Patrick Coolican is Editor in Chief of Minnesota Reformer. Previously, he was a Capitol reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune for five years, after a Knight-Wallace Fellowship at the University of Michigan.https://minnesotareformer.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/15/24) Niele Anderson is a journalist, producer, community organizer and on air talent. She is on the team at the In the Black Network. Previously Niele was a producer and host for Fox Soul TV and a contributor to the Los Angeles Sentinel. On this podcast Dominique and Niele have a spirited conversation about the DNC, VP Harris's momentum, Australian breakdancing, Jordan's medal and why Meek Mill is calling out the veep.https://www.instagram.com/nielela/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 8/15/24) Los Angeles City Councilmember Emeritus Mike Bonin is a progressive local leader with 25+ years experience in government, politics and public service. On this podcast he breaks down his research and analysis around what he calls the new redlining in Los Angeles. It's plain spoken conversation on houselessness, affordable housing, progressive policies, possible solutions and calls to action.https://www.mikebonin.substack.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/13/24) The phone lines are lit as the delegation focuses on topics including Ann Coulter's attempt to pimp FBA philosophy, taxes on tips and ways to counter Republican disrespect of Black women.https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en(Airdate 8/13/24) Greg Lawson is part of the EDD public affairs team. On this podcast he walks us through how to apply for paid family leave, SDI and unemployment benefits. Where to start, what's new and what the CA State agency can do for you that you may not know about.https://edd.ca.gov/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/13/24) Barrington Salmon is a journalist who currently freelances for publications including the National Newspaper Publishers Association/Black Press USA, Trice Edney News Wire and Al Jazeera. On this podcast Dominique and Barrington look at top of mind issues: the Musk & Trump conversation on X, racism, protests at the upcoming DNC convention, Tim Walz, civil war and the prospects for VP Kamala Harris ti win the presidency.
(Airdate 8/13/24) Sika Dwimfo, known as the Godfather of Leimert Park/Africa Town was an iconic Black Arts and Community influencer and merchant for over thirty years. He was honored with a street named in his honor on Juneteenth of 2024 just days before he made his transition. His store, a community hub, is under the management of his daughter Milan who has been keeping the business afloat throughout Sika's illness. Now, just weeks after Sika's death the non-profit Art & Practice, which owns the building appears to be trying to evict Sika's family. On this podcast Billion Godsun tells their story and how the community is fighting back. https://www.instagram.com/sikadwimfo/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/africatowncoalition_/https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 8/12/24) Charlie Reign is a Mama, a storyteller an activist and a podcaster. Kerry Neal is the Chief Change Agent for KeepingIt100LA,a nonprofit organization committed to debunking common misleading themes about Black men and women in a relationship context. On this podcast we look at the rules, boundaries, perils and pitfalls of dating as single parents - and dating single parents.https://www.instagram.com/keepingit100la/https://www.instagram.com/charliexreign/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/djkneal/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/12/24) Birthday Reflections & Global Updates - It's Miles Low's birthday and we look at life's big questions, bring the latest on worldwide news and share some reasons to feel optimistic.https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/
(Airdate 8/12/24) Mindful Monday w/Saharah Ali - On this podcast Meditation Instructor, Yoga Teacher, Astrologer, Sound Bath Expert and Life Coach Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation to release unhealthy habits and move towards self empowerment for Venus in Virgo. https://saharahali.com/
(Airdate 8/12/24) Jannette Robinson Flint is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Black Women for Wellness a woman-centered community-based organization that educates Black women and girls about reproductive justice issues.https://bwwla.org/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/9/24) Congresswoman Maxine Waters is considered to be one of the most powerful women in American politics. Elected in November 2022 to her 17th term in the U.S. House of Representatives with more than 70% of the vote in the 43rd Congressional District.https://waters.house.gov/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
California State Senator Steven Bradford has invested over two decades of public service - first as a Gardena City Councilmember, then as a State Assemblymember and now as a State Senator. On this podcast Senator Bradford updates us on his critical reparations bills, his work on the California task force, his run for Lt Governor and the crucial point we find ourselves at with reparations bills working to get out of the assembly and heading to the Governor's desk.https://www.instagram.com/senatorstevenbradford/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enwww.BradfordforCalifornia.Com
Ed Sanders is the President of ES Advisors a public policy and campaign consulting firm. He is a KBLA contributor and a sports dad. On this podcast we talk Black dad tings, Black Olympic highlights, and politics from the left coast viewpoint.X: @edwardmsanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/8/24) Priscilla Shirer is a wife and mom first, but put a bible in her hand and a message in her heart, and you'll see why thousands meet God in powerful, personal ways at her conferences and through her Bible study resources. She is a New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen books and has featured roles in movies like WAR ROOM and I CAN ONLY IMAGINE and THE FORGE (release date 8/23/24).
(Airdate 8/8/24) Antonio Villaraigosa is Speaker Emeritus of the State of California and the former Mayor of Los Angeles. On this podcast he shares his views on education, public safety, reparations, houselessness and his priorities for the Golden State and why he is running for Governor.https://www.instagram.com/antonioforcalifornia/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/8/24) Akili is lead organizer for BLM Los Angeles and National Field Director for Black Lives Matter Grassroots. On the first half of this podcast Dominique & Akili debate on whether there is daylight between Harris and Biden on the question of Palestine and whether progressives are putting enough emphasis on the perils of a Trump Presidency for the Middle East. Callers weigh in on various topics including "equity."https://www.instagram.com/akili4thepeople/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/7/24) The phone lines are lit as callers respond to a series of on air attacks on First Things First Host Dominique DiPrima. Should we keep allowing ops and conservatives to sound off on our microphones in the name of fairness? Or should we shut them down as they do to us on the thousands of conservative talk outlets nationwide.https://kbla1580.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
Black Lives Matter Atlanta Is Moving On Cop City & Wants Their Stuff BackEnos is the Executive Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, Atlanta. Raised in the movement and an Atlanta resident since 2015, Enos is also the "dog mom" to Charlay a pure breed German Shepard. On this podcast she updates us on the fight to stop "Cop City," and the confrontation with the Global Network Foundation who has reportedly seized control of money donated to the movement. IG: https://www.instagram.com/blmatl/?hl=en
(Airdate 8/7/24) Chef Stuart Eubanks is born and raised in Black Los Angeles and has risen to work at some of the region's most prestigious and exclusive kitchens. His Who's Hungry Catering is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight.https://whoshungrycatering.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/whoshungryla/
(Airdate 8/7/24) On this podcast Dominique freestyles on left coast issues and callers' concerns in a fact and fire filled discourse. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 8/6/24) Kenya Parham is the Global Vice President of Community & Partnerships at SPILL, a next generation social platform founded by a group of Black ex-Twitter employees, that puts culture and the people create it first.www.spill.com @KenyaFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/6/24) Kenya Parham is the Global Vice President of Community & Partnerships at SPILL, a next generation social platform founded by a group of Black ex-Twitter employees, that puts culture and the people create it first.www.spill.com @KenyaFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/6/24) The phone lines are open an we react to the breaking news that Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris's choice of a running mate is Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.https://kbla1580.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 8/5/24) Dr. James Lance Taylor is a Professor at the University of San Francisco and a past president of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists. https://x.com/diprimaradio/status/1810464409644605638(Airdate 8/5/24) Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey is a journalist, educator and KBLA Talk 1580 Chief National Affairs Analyst and the host of "A More Perfect Union" weekdays at 1PM PST. He is the author of the new book "Kamala the Motherland and Me."https://x.com/drniiquartelai/status/1818349696215040279https://x.com/diprimaradio/status/1810464409644605638
(Airdate 8/5/24) Saharah Ali is a meditation teacher, yoga instructor, astrologer, sound bath expert and life coach. On this podcast she leads us on a guided meditation, affirmation and unpacks Mercury Retrograde and the new moon in Leo.https://saharahali.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com(Airdate 8/5/24) The phones are percolating and the conversation is bubbling over from the Olympics to the NABJ to Harris's choice of running mate...On this podcast we are saying the quiet part out loud.https://kbla1580.com/
(8/5/24) As part of KBLA's #ClimateJustice initiative we focus on on how to make the green energy and green jobs economy accessible to Black and BIPOC communities. Shameka Dixon is the Director of Workforce Development and Orlanda Cunningham is Senior Outreach Coordinator with GRID Solar Alternatives, a non profit organization that is training future workers for green jobs and helping homeowners afford rene
Grace Garcia is a dedicated cashier at Albertson's/Von's with over 33 years of experience. A proud member of UFCW 770 and a worker leader, Grace has experienced firsthand the impacts of grocery store mergers and divestitures. On this podcast we take a look at the proposed mega merger between Albertson's and Kroger's and the lawsuits that are meant to stop it. We also delve into the shrinking middle class and how price-gouging of both consumers and farmers, the worsening of food desserts and the loss of jobs and community that could be imminent. https://www.nogrocerymerger.comhttps://kbla1580.com/
Dominique reacts to VP Kamala Harris's big rally in Georgia, the National Association of Black Journalists invitation of Donald Trump and disinvitation of Kamala Harris to their convention, Project 2025 and more. https://kbla1580.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
As part of KBLA's Climate Justice Initiative this podcast focuses on the work of getting Black and Brown communities prepared for the green economy that is already upon us and why those communities that are hardest hit by the climate emergency must have a seat at the table. The work of the LA Regional Clean Tech Academy, a non profit enrichment program, in providing opportunities and training for young people in the space. https://cleantechacademy.org/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
Norman Carter had the Delfonics baton handed to him by founding member and songwriter William "Poogie" Hart. Carter and Barritone/Tenor Torre Brannon Reese join Dominique in the studio to talk about the music, the singers, the divisions in the industry and how they are keeping the sweet soul legacy of the Delfonics alive. (323) 864-2656.www.FamiliSoul.Org famlisoul@gmail.com
Silky Shah is the Executive Director of Detention Watch Network, a national coalition building power to abolish immigration detention in the U.S. She is author of the book "Unbuild Walls: Why Immigrant Justice Needs Abolition." From Kamala Harris to Donald Trump on this podcast we look at the reality vs. the fearmongering on the issue of immigration.https://www.detentionwatchnetwork.org/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
Curren Price has been on the Los Angeles City Council representing the ninth district since 2013. A native of the district he represents, Price is striving to build more green space with his Rail to the River project. District office (213) 473-7009https://www.instagram.com/currendpricejr/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 7/26/24) The phones lines are lit and callers are speaking out, joking around, sharing warnings and dropping knowledge along with Miles Low and Dominique DiPrima. https://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/?hl=en
(Airdate 7/26/24) Dayvon Love is a Baltimore-based political organizer and the Director of Public Policy for Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle, a grassroots think tank that advances the policy interests of Black people. On this podcast, part of our Freedmen Fridays series Dayvon Love talks about Baltimore's reparations initiative and the moves to create statewide reparations legislation.https://www.instagram.com/westbaltimorelove/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Air Date: 7/26/24) Ed Sanders is the President of E3 Advisors & a KBLA contributor on this podcast. Ed and Dominique look at Newsom's directive on houseless-ness, California's role on the national stage, Kamala Harris' momentum & why Trump may replace JD Vance with Nikki Hayley._First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTDominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First withDominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African-American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk radio show in Los Angeles.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(7/25/24) Niles Dolbeare is a retired (but not too tired) comedy writer and political satirist based in Northern California. Niles says he is finally able to laugh about politics again now that Kamala "Coconut" Harris has inject youth and Bay Area know-how into the campaign.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Airdate 7/25/24) Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove represents California's 37th Congressional District which covers a diverse area within Los Angeles County. Before ascending to congress she served in the California Assembly, State Senate and the Community College Board. On this podcast we take a look at Rep. Kamlager's recent visit to Mexico and her assessment of the border, her thoughts on the presidential race, and her reaction to President Joe Biden's historic speech.https://kamlager-dove.house.gov/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 7/25/24) The story of the murder of Sonya Massey, the attempted cover up, prior misconduct by the deputy and what the family and activists are demanding in the wake of this astonishingly brutal and brazen killing of a Black woman in her own home.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/https://kbla1580.com/
(Airdate 7/24/24) Keith L. Underwood is a former entertainment publicist, former WGA inclusion and equity coordinator. He is currently an entertainment journalist at the L.A. Sentinel and the host of the multimedia platform talk show Black in the Green Room. On this podcast we breakdown the current state of movies and TV, update you on the state of contract negotiations across multiple unions and look at possible solutions for the entertainment jobs crisis.https://www.instagram.com/mrkeithlunderwood/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 7/24/24) The phone lines are lit as we look at how the huge money pouring into the campaign coffers of VP Kamala Harris will impact the outcome of the 2024 election.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kbla1580/?hl=en
(Airdate 7/24/24) Bryant is a UTLA union organizer, a teacher and was the first Gen Z member to mount an impactful bid for Los Angeles city council. On this podcast we look at the response to the student protests, issues in the upcoming Cali elections and how gen z is responding the VP Kamala Harris ascending to the top of the ticket.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/bryantodega/
(Airdate 7/23/24) Journalist and author Sam "PK" Collins joins Dominique to unpack issues of the day from the murder of Sonya Massey by sheriff's deputies in Illinois to Joe Biden's decision not to stand for reelection. https://www.washingtoninformer.com https://www.dominiquediprima.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDTThey say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
(Airdate 7/23/24) Assemblyman Isaac Bryan represents California's 55th District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw District, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Beverly Grove and parts of South L.A. Isaac's legislative accomplishments have included phasing out the Inglewood Oil Field, ending prison gerrymandering and ending punishing fees for parents with foster children. On this podcast we take a look at how VP Kamala Harris's bid to be the Democratic Nominee for President is resonating in the golden state and we get updates on Bryan's work in the state legislature.https://www.instagram.com/ib2_real/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enhttps://www.dominiquediprima.com/about/
(Airdate 7/23/24) Senator Alex Padilla (at :40 mark) is a proud son of Mexican immigrants. He attended Los Angeles Public Schools and went on to graduate from MIT where he studied electrical engineering. He served on the LA City Council, State Senate and was California's first Latino Secretary of State before being appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to finish the Senate term of Kamala Harris. He was elected as U.S. Senator in 2022.https://www.instagram.com/senalexpadilla/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en
(Airdate 7/22/24) Jarrett Hill is an award-winning journalist, professor and artist who's contributed to the New York Times, Variety and NBC News. He recently completed his second term as President of the National Association of Black Journalists. On this podcast we look at issues facing Vice President Kamala Harris in her quest for the White House following Joe Biden's announcement that he would no seek re-election.X: @JarrettHill @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/22/24) The phones are on fire with the burning issue of the Democratic Party and the turmoil at the top of the ticket. On this podcast we hear from Black voters with their reaction to the weekend's historic news.www.KBLA1580.ComFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/22/24) Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning Generation X journalist, an advocate a democratic strategist and a member of the LA Democratic Committee Central Committee - a county delegate. On this podcast we look at the aftermath of Joe Biden's stunning decision not to seek re-election and Vice President Kamala Harris's quest to be the Democratic Party nominee for President of the United States. www.iamjasmyne.com www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
(Airdate 7/19/24) We throw open the phone lines for reaction to the Republican National Convention and Donald Trump's big speech. The issue of reparations is always in the conversations as we pivot from "Freedmen Fridays." www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT (8AM)
(Airdate 7/19/24) Our #FreedmenFridays series continues with an update on Senator Miranda's bills to create a statewide reparations commission in Massachusetts and on the work of the state's three citywide reparations commissions.IG: @SenatorLizMiranda @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT (7AM)
(Airdate 7/19/24) Everybody's on the phones and they are not pulling punches. From Trump's prevarications during his discombobulated speech to GOP hypocrisy to unity between Black men & women to Project 2025 we are hashing it out.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT (6AM)
(Airdate 7/18/24) Miles Low and Dominique DiPrima share their recollections and realizations from their recent trips to Kenya and Zanzibar, Tanzania. And a caller named Ira comes in hot trashing Dominique, her work and today's Black women.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT (8A)
(Airdate 7/18/24) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a professor of Africana Studies at Cal State Los Angeles. She is co-founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles and Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, BLM's national formation. On this podcast Dr. Abdullah and Dominique unpack the RNC convention, put Trump's VP pick JD Vance under the microscope, and Dr. Abdullah responds to questions about her quest for VP on the West/Abdullah ticket.www.BLMGrassroots.Org www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 7/18/24) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a scholar of political science. She is a professor of Pan African studies at Cal State Los Angeles, the Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. On this podcast Dominique and Melina examine important local issues: proposed changes to LAPD disciplinary rules, the firing of Ty Shelton who killed Niyani Finlayson and the continued growth of Black Lives Matter Grassroots are all in th conversation.First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT (6AM)
(Airdate 7/17/24) Protests have resumed in Nairobi as Kenyans are increasingly calling for President William Ruto to step down. Meanwhile Kenyan police say they have caught a serial killer just as protesters were starting to point the finger at them. Dominique & Miles reflect on their recent trip to Kenya and put todays headlines in context with what they learned along the way.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/17/24) The social club Black Girls Love Coffee Shops is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. A global club for Black women and woman-0identifying folks that celebrates our existence through coffee, community and culture. Instagram: @BlackGirlsLoveCoffeeShops @diprimaradio @KBLA1580 (Airdate 7/17/24) Dominique spars with conservative callers and builds with progressive ones as we react to the Republican convention and dismantle the myth of Trump's inevitability.www.KBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Airdate 7/17/24) Jasmyne Cannick is a strategist, award winning Gen X journalist and on-air contributor known for her incisive commentary on politics, race and contemporary social issues. Jasmyne is also an elected delegate as a member of the LA County Democratic Party Central Committee. On this podcast we take on crucial local topics from South LA Pride to the race for the tenth district council seat to the proliferation of fake progressives.www.voteforjasmyne.com www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 7/16/24) Dr. James Lance Taylor is a professor at USF and the author of the book "Black Nationalism in the Untied States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama." He is a past president of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists. On this podcast we unpack day one of the RNC Convention, reflect on the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump and look at Biden's prospects for November.IG: @jamestaylor1699 @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7/16/24) Bill Fletcher Jr is an activist and a former welder who went on to work in a number of labor unions. He is the former president of the TransAfrica Forum. Fletcher is a syndicated columnist and a regular media commentator on TV, radio and the web.X: @BillFletcherJr @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT Instagram: @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/16/24) Over the weekend a shooter tried to take the life of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Dominique and the KBLA delegation try to process the historical moment and look at what it means for America.Instagram: @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/14/24) Dr. Harry Edwards is a renowned sociologist and author. He has a PhD from Cornell university is a sociology professor emeritus at UC Berkeley. He is a consultant for the San Francisco 49ers and has worked as a consultant for the NBA and MLB. Dr. Kweku Ramel Smith is the Chief Wellness Officer of Blaquesmith Psychological Consultative Services and a psychological services provider for the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee. First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(AIrdate 7/14/24) The phone lines are lit and the delegation is weighing in on the assassination attempt, Biden's fortunes and the future of an America divided.IG: @Jamesfarrlive @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
(Airdate 7/15/24) The phones are going crazy and we are joined by KBLA contributor and LA Progressive writer, James Farr. This podcast is a wide ranging conversation the Monday after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Dominique, James and the KBLA delegation try to make sense of this seismic historical moment.www.KBLA1580.c0m www.JamesFarrLive.com www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 7/11/24) Ismaila Traore is a New York based creative director, podcaster and cultural critic. He is a creative visionary and strategic thinker specializing in cultural forecasting. He is the co-founder of Coral Studios. On this podcast he shares his outlook on marketing, advertising, influencing, creativity, the culture and what we consider "cool."Instagram: @IshTraore @CoralStudios @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7/11/24) Longtime political organizer and former strategist for mainstream Democratic candidates including the Obama campaign, Akili, joins Dominique for a spirited conversation on how and if Biden can win and a lively response to callers hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community.Instagram: @Akili2424 @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 7/11/24) AKili (popularly known as "Baba" Akili) is the founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He is an organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles and the National Field Director for Black Lives Matter Grassroots. He spent many years as a campaign organizer and strategist for mainstream Democratic candidates including with the Obama campaign. www.BLMGrassroots.Org www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/10/24) The phone lines are fire and the conversation is lit. Should Biden stay on the Democratic ticket or step aside? Is something fishy going on? Are Democrats doing the circular firing squad thing again? Or is switching candidates the only way forward for the party? Mollie Bell is a dedicated lifelong Democrat, Bell has mobilized on behalf of organizations from the Black Panther Party to Black Lives Matter...From the NAACP to the Black Women's Forum. She is a longtime reparationist.Facebook: @MollieBell @FirstThingsFirstwithDominiqueDiPrima @KBLA1580
(Airdate 7/10/24) Molly Chidester is the Executive Director for Morgan Health a start up initiative from JP Morgan Chase. In our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight we focus on the initiative which is meant to help small businesses obtain health care + insurance.(323) 299-2641(Airdate 7/10/24) KBLA caller Don from Compton sets off a conversation by declaring that he does not support LGBTQ people and feels they are destroying the Black community. Dominique pushes back. The KBLA delegation has a lot to say.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
(Airdate 7/10/24) Janisse Quinones is the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. She is the first Spanish speaking and the first Latina to lead the agency. The LA DWP is partnering with KBLA Talk 1580 on a massive year-long climate justice initiative meant to amplify equity in the environmental justice space. www.LADWP.com/careerswww.LADWP.com/Savewww.LADWP.com/Events
(Airdate 7/9/24) July 9, 2024 is Black Women's Equal Pay Day in America. Atty Reddock Wright and Dominique break down what it means and why it matters. Named a "Top California Employment Lawyer' by the Daily Journal of Los Angeles and one of L.A.'s moat influential minority and business attorneys by the L.A. Business Journal. She is the host of The Legal Lens Saturdays at 11AM PST on KBLA Talk 1580.IG: @IamAngelaReddockWright @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7/9/24) William D. Hartung is a political scientist, author and a senior research fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, where his focuses on the arms industry and the U.S. military budget. He is the author of Prophets of War: Lockheed Martin and the Making of the Military Industrial Complex. X: @WilliamHartung @diprimaradio @KBLA1580First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT (7A)
(Airdate 7/9/24) Dominique DiPrima is back in Los Angeles and she is unpacking critical local issues. Should we expand the county board of supervisors? Can you recognize a talking point when you see one? Are Black Republicans well read? It's talk radio talk radio-ing.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com.
(Airdate 7/8/24) In these days of wig snatching and hair pulling we focus on the best ways to keep your hair or glorious bald head healthy, happy and thriving. Tramel Borner is a stylist to the stars who is famous for his "growing hands." He works with every ethnicity, texture and style of hair.Instagram: @TressesbyTramel @diprimaradioFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/8/24) Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer, sound healer and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation to start our week mindfully.www.SaharahAli.ComThe phones are on fire as Dominique and the KBLA Delegation weigh the choices facing our country as a growing chorus of Dems are calling for Biden to stop down. Also in the convo: Project 2025, the 14th Amendment, Africa and the future of America.www.KBLA1580.com
(Airdate 7/8/24) Pastor "Cue" Jn Marie is the founder of Creating Justice LA, leader of "The Row" The Church Without Walls, and the Director of the Peace & Healing Center on Skid Row. On this podcast we look at the impact of the recent US Supreme Court ruling on the unhoused and the many ways it might impact people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles. To contribute to the purchase of The People's Market in DTLA visit: www.creatingjustice.laInstagram: @CreatingJusticeLA_ @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7/5/24) Kamilah Moore is an attorney, reparatory justice scholar and an attorney with a specialization in entertainment and intellectual property. She was the Chair of California's Reparations Task Force. On this podcast she offers insightful updates on the latest efforts to get restitution for survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre; the conservative lawsuit against Evanston Illinois reparations program, Calif Task Force bills making their way through the legislature and Prop 6 in November's election which will outlaw involuntary servitude in the state's prisons.X: @KamilahVMoore @CJECOfficial @DiPrimaRadio First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT www.yeswecanworshipcenter.org
(Airdate 7/5/24) Miles, Dominique and the KBLA delegation on the phones chop it up on trending topics, neighborhood issues and their recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania.www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT www.yeswecanworshipcenter.orgThey say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
(Airdate 7/3/24) Miles and Dominique do a quick recap of the first part of their journey through Kenya and Tanzania, East Africa.www.AfricanFocus.OrgLong Beach comic Jesus Trejo is a veteran performer who stars in Showtimes one-hour special "Stay at Home Son," is a series regular on both the Netflix series "Mr. Iglesias" and the HULU show |"This Fool." His second special "Practicing" is available now on YouTube. He is host and executive producer of the PBS/KCET Network Docu-Series "The Roots of Comedy."www.JesusTrejo.com First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/3/24) The phone lines are jumpin' as the KBLA delegation takes on the recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, the rise of fascism worldwide, our elections what we learned from our recent trip to Kenya and why Dems may be to wimpy to rise to the historical challenge of the moment.www.KBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 7/3/24) Bishop Sherman Manning was called into the ministry at the age of 8 in his hometown of Atlanta. He was licensed to preach at age 13 and ordained at 17. Later Manning went to prison where he studied himself, people and God. In 2016 he opened the Yes! We Can Worship Center where he serves a hot meal to the unhoused every Friday night.On this podcast we take a hard look at the recent Supreme Court ruling criminalizing houselessness, California's missing $24 billion and the latest count of the unsheltered. First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT www.yeswecanworshipcenter.orgThey say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
(Airdate 7/2/24) Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney since 1994. Nana graduated from Cornell University and earned her law degree from UCLA's School of Law. On this podcast she helps unpack and understand the U.S. Supreme Court's decision granting immunity to U.S. Presidents, legalizing bribery and outlawing houselessness among many others.www.AttorneyNanaGyamfi.Com www.dominiquediprima.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/2/24) The Honorable Abdulsamad Abdulrahim is a philanthropist, diplomat, entrepreneur and implementor, honorary consul to Brazil and Chairman of ATOGS. He is based in Tanzania.Instagram: @abdulsamad_tz @diprimaradioCraig DeLuz is a member of Project 21. He is the founder of Uncommon Sense Media and spokesperson for the California Republican Assembly the state's largest Republican volunteer association.X: @CraigDeLuz @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7/1/24) The phones are ringing. Dominique & the KBLA Delegation try to make sense of the shameless and brazen recent decisions by the confederate conservatives that make up the majority on the current Supreme Court.Instagram: @diprimaradio @KBLA1580 First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/1/24) Dr. Dashanaba King is a Ghanaian Queen Mother, a former Ms. George Foreman & Ms. Muhammad Ali, a podcaster and Professor at United States International University - Africa.Kelvin Maina is a film student who has taken to the streets in Kenya's recent protests against a finance bill and new taxes against ordinary Kenyans.
(Airdate 7/1/24) Dr. Dashanaba King is a Ghanaian Queen Mother, a former Ms. George Foreman & Ms. Muhammad Ali, a podcaster and Professor at United States International University - Africa.Kelvin Maina is a film student who has taken to the streets in Kenya's recent protests against a finance bill and new taxes against ordinary Kenyans.First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 7/1/24) Dominique talks one-on-one with a successful socially innovative entrepreneur in Zanzibar. Her journey as a pioneering businesswoman and an advocate for Zanzibar and Tanzania is the topic along with insights about the island paradise. Amina Karume is the granddaughter of Zanzibar's first President, Abeid Karume and the daughter of Zanzibari President Amani Karume. She is the designer builder and owner of the Seyyida Hotel and two other boutique resorts on Zanzibar. First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 6/28/24) Moussa & Masoud are university trained on the history, culture and tourist attractions of Zanzibar. They share with us as the AFI/KBLA Trailblazers continue their journey of exploration across East Africa.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
(Airdate 6/28/24) First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
(Airdate 6/28/24) Dominique slices and dices the no good very bad debate while looking out over the Indian Ocean and gets some insights on Zanzibar from Tourism and Investment Commission Chair Rahim Bhaloo.www.zanzibartourism.go.tzFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 6/27/24) The African Focus/KBLA Trailblazers sound off in a powerful roundtable following their visit to the slave dungeon, now a church and gift shop in Zanzibar East Africa.www.AfricanFocusInc.Org www.KBLA1580.comDr. Mary "Mimi" Stith is President of the Pula Group a Black owned U.S. based company doing business in Tanzania. The Pula group invests in high value opportunities in mining and energy in sub-Saharan Africa.www.thepulagroup.org
(Airdate 6/26/24) Trevor Camille is a Chef from Seychelles who has combined his fine dining with his knowledge of the high seas to launch a unique tourism brand on the island paradise of Zanzibar.Instagram: @camilletrevorFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
Abui is the founder of not one but three successful enterprises in Zanzibar. This young entrepreneur is getting the word out about his island home on social media, building bespoke vacation homes and fostering investment in East AfricaIG: @Abui_gtFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
(Airdate 6/25/24) Uchenna Nworgu is the Founder and Executive Director of African Focus Inc an organization whose mission is to bring African and African Americans together, spread accurate information about the Motherland and do charitable works in both African Nations and the United States. On this podcast he reflects on the first week of the AFI Trailblazers tour broadcasting from the island nation of Zanzibar.www.AfricanFocus.Org
(Airdate 6/25/24) African Focus/KBLA Trailblazers reflect on their first week in Africa after leaving Kenya and landing on the tropical island of Zanzibar. Patrice Harris & Miss CeCe share their impressions and Dominique does the play-by-play AND color commentary on this east African sojourn.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.Com
(Airdate 6/25/24) nFollow this group of 46 African Americans and others reflect and share on their journey of discovery, service and fun in the east African nations of Tanzania and Kenya...From the City to the Safari we share our steps with you. On today's show Ms. Wanda Nalls & Ms. Florence Bracy are featuredwww.AfricanFocus.Org
(Airdate 6/24/24) Dominique speaks to the Principal Benson at the Mara Rianda upper and lower schools where the trailblazers donated a water tank and school supplies. Ms. Immaculate is a teacher there with over 50 children in her classroom. Belizian-American Trailblazer Rita weighs in on her experience. www.AfricanFocus.Org
(6/24/24) Broadcasting from Nairobi Kenya, Dominique meets three young professionals from Kenya's capitol city who stir the pot when they tell her she's "not Black." They also share every day life and leisure in one of Africa's most vibrant citieswww.AfricanFocus.Org www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
(6/24/24) Broadcasting from Nairobi Kenya, Dominique meets three young professionals from Kenya's capitol city who stir the pot when they tell her she's "not Black." They also share every day life and leisure in one of Africa's most vibrant citieswww.AfricanFocus.Org www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
(Airdate 6/24/24) As we traverse the stunningly scenic international highway of East Africa heading from the city of Nairobi to the Maasai Mara Serengeti, the Trailblazers reflect on the moments and experiences that have moved them along the way. Trailblazers Steve Belhumeur, Gail Nalls and Dyesha Belhumeur are featured.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.KBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Broadcasting from Nairobi Kenya Dominique sits down with Naftaly Mwangi the Managing Director of Hyssop Properties to talk about owning land in Africa - specifically Kenya. And second-time Trailblazer Glenda Smith shares her evolving relationship with the motherland.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.dominiquediprima.com
Steve Taylor was raised in the American South where his early childhood experiences with racism and poverty inspired him to dedicate himself to a lifelong quest for reparations. On this podcast he shares his journey, his organizing alongside the legendary Mr. Peeples and the iconic Mollie Bell and his vision for the future of reparations.Facebook: Steve Taylor
Seth Gor is a fashion trendsetter and social media influencer in Nairobi Kenya. He epitomizes the glamorous and fast paced life of young people in the East African city as well as the bold outlook of his generation. https://www.instagram.com/seth_gor/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=enGlenda Smith is a two-time AFI Trailblazer having travelled with us to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Kenya. On this podcast she shares her evolution of thought and experience concerning the Motherland.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.KBLA1580.com
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.
In the second hour of the program we speak with Meredith Beal, and African American radio broadcaster who has lived in Kenya for the past 13 years and was recently enstooled as a chief in Ghana. And we get an update on Africa's most famous cultural festival - the return of FESTAC and how it is rebuilding to share culture and unity all over the Motherland.https://www.FESTACAfrica.com
Kibera is a neighborhood of Nairobi, Kenya and is the biggest urban slum in Africa. The AFI Trailblazers visit a community school to donate a water tank and fellowship with students and teachers. Miles Low and Dominique DiPrima are on the mic along with the kids of Kibera, one of Africa's biggest slums.
Kenya's only monarch - King Nabongo Peter Mumia II grants us an interview. We also speak with a Kenyan Consulate - and African Focus Inc co-founder Emmily Alexander Nworgu. Come go with us on a sojourn through East Africa. www.AfricanFocus.org www.dominiquediprima.com
Meet the children and the principal at a typical Kenyan public school - Kuraiha Primary School. We bring charitable contributions, including a water tank and get a glimpse of every day life in Kenya.www.AfricanFocus.Org www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
AFI Trailblazers Jessica (Sarowitz,) Carmen & Shawn Smith share their impressions as we begin our journey through East African with KBLA 1580 and African Focus Inc. We meet Josephart the hotel night manager who gives us some insight on this bustling capitol city. www.AfricanFocus.Org wwwKBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
We celebrated Father's Day with OG Writer/Activist/Muslim and father of 14 Donald Bakeer. Bakeer recently retired after thirty years as a teacher in some of South Central LA's toughest schools. He is known for his book "South Central LA Crips" and its movie adaptation "South Central," as well as his more recent work a play called "Muslimah's Guide to Marriage." On this podcast we explore everything from South LA history to Juneteenth, reparations to fathering tips.www.DonaldBakeer.Com
Hozell Frances is a children's, youth and young adult minister at ST. Stephen's Missionary Baptist Church. He is also a reparations activist with the organization Lineage, Equity and Advancement Project. On this Freedmen Fridays podcast we debunk common arguments against reparations, look at the progress in California's legislature, and review the historical origins of the modern movement.X: @LEAPOfficialOrg @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Ed Sanders is in the studio to chop it up with Dominique & Miles on Left Coast concerns. Will the Abdullah/West ticket undermine Biden/Harris? Will Bronnie come to the Lakers? Are graduation protesters doing too much? What are you doing for Trump's Bday? The phone lines are hot and so are the topics.X: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
AD Dolphin is the founder of Dherbs catalyzing an evolution in the use of herbs as a clear pathway to excellent health, healing and an improved way of life. On this podcast he speaks on cleanses, weight loss and the natural herbal path to a better overall lifestyle.www.DHerbs.ComIG/X: @DHerbs @ADDolphin @DiPrimaRadio
Dr. Melina Abdulla is a professor of Pan African studies at Cal State LA, she is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast she puts on her political scientist hat (her academic area of expertise as a Howard and USC grad) and unpacks issues of national urgency.www.BLMGrassroots.Org www.BLMLA.Org
Howard Grad Dr. Jubria Lewis is Head of School for L.A.'s new public boarding school which is free and currently accepting applications in South Los Angeles. The school is a county charter in collaboration with LA METRO.www.SEEDSchoolLA.Org
V. Shayne Frederick is a vocalist, pianist, recording artist, composer and educator with performances spanning two decades. He has been featured at TEDx, NPR, music fests, museums and jazz clubs throughout the country. On this podcast we explore origins of Funk, Jazz and Hip Hop in a free ranging, music-filled conversation.www.VShayne.com
Wealth Building Wednesday: our spotlight is in a living legend of Los Angeles - Arnold Turner. Turner has been a preeminent photographer in the music, film, and television industries for over three decades. On the podcast he shares his origin story as a legacy Black business and his work and artistry today.IG: @arnoldshoots @EclipseContent Dominique weighs in on the Hunter Biden conviction, gun control and Repblican talking points in chaos.www.dominiquediprima.com
Billion Godsun is the Founder of Africa Town Enterprise and Africa Town Coalition and Africa Town Enterprise. He is an Organizer, Protector and Provider on Black Los Angeles, based in Africa Town AKA Leimert Park. On this podcast we unpack the state of Juneteenth in the city of Los Angeles.IG: @AfricatownCoalition @BillionGodsun @diprimaradio
Are Republicans Really Conservatives? Or Just Opportunists? w/Black GOP Pundit Melanie Collette
It's a Talking Point Tuesday and the sparks are flying as Dominique and the folks on the phones tackle the issues of the day. Melanie Collette is an active member of Project 21 which develops Black Republicans. She is also a weekly contributor to Newsmax's show "American Agenda."Twitter/X: @NJGOPDiva @diprimaradio First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
James Farr is a writer for the L.A. Progressive, a filmmaker and the host of the Conversation Live Podcast. He has turned his investigative pen on the Pasadena Police Department for over a decade. On this podcast Dominique and James celebrate the life, legacy and brilliance of Reverend James M. Lawson and look at the ways it informs our work and worldview.www.laprogressive.com
Dr. Guthrie Ramsey is a music historian, pianist, composer, author and Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of Pennsylvania. On this podcast, in the spirit of Black Music Month we look at the amazing innovation and creativity of today's musicians and look at issues of cultural appropriation, erasure and a more nuanced approach to looking at music and race.www.musiqology.com or look for the WavyCast wherever you get podcastsFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
Saharah Ali leads an affirmation, guided meditation and sdhares an analysis on Mars in Taurus along with a look at the scientific evidence in support of meditation. Dominique and the KBLA Delegation on the phones unpack astrology and... affirmative action.www.SaharahAli.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
Ron Patton is the Media Director for Teamsters Local 848 in Southern California and the National Media Director for the Teamsters National Black Caucus. On this podcast we look at everything from the slowdown in Hollywood production to the real reasons for inflation to the impact of labor unions on all workers.www.GOTNBC.Com www.Particp8IC.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
Born and raised in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, DJ QwessCoast has become a cornerstone of the local hip hop scene in music, event production and philanthropy. He is the founder of Tree Haus Company and is owner/operator of Space Flyt Cannabis and is the CFO of Elevate Culture Corporation. the non-profit organization affiliated with the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival.www.leimertparkjuneteenth.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
This installation of our Freedmen Fridays series features a conversation with a San Francisco attorney who was instrumental in winning redress for Japanese Americans and who worked on California's groundbreaking Reparations Task Force. On this podcast Attorney Don Tamaki shares his family's story of being incarcerated in a concentration camp in the 1940's and the subsequent fight for justice...And connects the dots with Black Americans righteous claim for comprehensive reparations.www.OAG.CA.Gov
KBLA Contributor and Labor Activist Sherri Bell joins Dominique to look at issues that piss us off and some that inspire us. It's a left coast conversation on the Fearless Fund decision, Juneteenth, the rise of April Verrett, violence on public transportation and the backlash against union organizing.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Judge Songhai Armstead is the Director of L.A.'s Justice, Care and Opportunity Department. She is a retired Superior Court Judge who overcame early childhood trauma to attend the UCLA School of Law where she was the first African American woman to be elected student body president. The hotline for justice-involved individuals to get free services, rides to court and more is (833)522-5263.www.JusticeConnect.Org www.JCOD.LACounty.gov
Miles Low and Tim Kornegay join the convo on everything from Kendrick Lamar's Pop Out Show to the Negro Leagues & the MLB...Front the Leimert Park Juneteenth controversy...to The Miseducation of Miss Lauryn Hill. www.dominiquediprima.com www.LiveFreeCA.Org www.MilesLowMusic.Com
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.
Dr. Gerald Horne introduces his new book, "Armed Struggle, Panthers & Communists; Black Nationalists & Liberals in Southern California through the Sixties and Seventies." He breaks down what really happened with the US organization, Angela Davis's historic case, the Duke of East LA, and the children of CoIntelPro. Later, in an international news co-analysis with Dominique he says the Dominican Republic is the most potent land for Anti-Blackness outside of the United States, gives his analysis on Mexico's new president + thoughts on South Africa's election. Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies.
Irys Kornbluth speaks on the socially innovative brand, Everywhere Apparel, which converts 100% recycled cotton into circular apparel and sustainable textiles in the spirit of climate justice. Plus Dominique does a deep dive on corporate and personal responsibility for ending the climate emergency and other urgent national issues. www.everywhereapparel.com
Attorney LeGrand Clegg is a former Compton City Attorney who is also known for his scholarly writings and videos on ancient Africa. His organization, Committee for the Elimination of Media Offensive to African People is protesting against Netflix for what they say are racist and problematic images in the "Good Times" reboot.Tatiana Fassieux is part of the California Senior Medicare Patrol. She is dedicated to saving older adults from the billions of dollars in fraud and countless hours of inconvenience inflicted on them by Medicare and Medical scammers.(855) 613-7080 is the help line if you think you've been scammed.CAHealthAdvocates.Com
Tramel Borner is a celebrity hairstylist with "Growing Hands. On this podcast he give hair care and styling tips for men and women while make up artist MkCoi Zeno does a demo by doing Dominique's makeup live on the air.IG: @acrystalpeace @tressesbytramel @diprimaradio
Herbalist and MUA MkCoi Zeno gives us his skin care ritual and hacks to keep us looking luminous. Mkcoi is a Dr. Gross certified iridologist. He's also the owner of Zeno Wellness Sea Moss Company and A Crystal Peace Jewelry. Celebrity hairstylist Tramel Borner demonstrates his techniques by literally doing Dominique's hair live on the air.IG: @acrystalpeace @Tressesbytramel @ZenoWellness @diprimaradio
The phone lines are lit, and the topics are hot with the revenge of the Republicans. Callers wish Dominique a Happy Solar Return. Follow her on Instagram @diprimaradio. They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.
Civil Rights Leader, Dr. E. Faye Williams is organizing 100,000 signatures calling for Joe Biden to pardon the former Baltimore prosecutor, Marilyn Mosby. Mosby is the prosecutor who sought to hold the 6 officers accountable in the death of Freddie Gray. Dr. E. Faye Williams is the president of the Dick Gregory Society. www.thedickgregorysociety.org www.justiceformarilynmosby.com
Afrocentric Journalist Nabou Ramu brings the heat representing Gen-Z in a debate with Dominique about Trump v. Biden and third-party alternatives. Ramu says Black folk lack dignity in 2024. Nabou Ramu is the owner of Nabou Relations PR Firm, keep up with her byline on ESSENCE GU. Follow Nabou Ramu on IG @Nabou.Ramu and Dominique Diprima @diprimaradio. Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation, shares an affirmation and speaks on the "Planet Parade." www.saharahali.com
Jillian Burgos sits down with Dominique DiPrima to talk about the homeless crisis in Los Angeles. She suggests cracking down on corporate landlords and illegal Airbnb's as an attempt to move us one step closer to every human having a floor beneath their feet and a roof over their head. Burgos is the Treasurer, Chair of the Outreach Committee of the NoHo Neighborhood Council where she created a Tenants Rights Workshop with The City of Los Angeles in partnership with Abundant Housing LA and SAJE. www.jillianforcd2.com
ESSENCE GU writer Nabou Ramu unpacks her inaugural article about Morehouse College's 2024 commencement speaker, President Joe Biden. She challenges "Reparationists" to have a vison when making political demands and becoming the change you want to see. Nabou Ramu, born Seynabou Clark, is an afrocentric journalist who covers all things art, culture, and business. Follow the griot on Instagram @nabou.ramu and Dominique Diprima @diprimaradio.
Cassie Betts gives insight on what we should know about Artificial Intelligence, the looming TikTok ban, and parental controls. Tune into Talk Tech to Me Uncut with Cassie Betts every Saturday at Noon on KBLA 1580. Follow Betts on Instagram @instabetts and Dominique DiPrima @diprimaradio.
Dominique DiPrima talks about the dangerous woes of streets in Los Angeles, denounces "Black on Black" pathologies, and the Metro Transit system.
Jaguar Wright is a soul/R&B vocalist, songwriter, from Philadelphia Pennsylvania. She is an outspoken advocate for "cruelty-free music." On this freewheeling podcast Jaguar speaks on everything from Tupac's death to Tory Lanes to Diddy. She shares music her private catalogue and breaks down what it would take to get the abuse out of the music business.www.realjag.com
Federal Judge Carlton Reeves is putting qualified immunity on blast and calling on the Supreme Court to overturn the legal doctrine which shields public officials from federal prosecution. On this podcast Dominique and the KBLA delegation chop it up on issues of the day including the importance of judges and what it means that celebs like Amber Rose are jumping on the Trump train.www.dominiquediprima.com
Journalist James Farr writes for the Los Angeles Progressive and hosts his own podcast "The Conversation Live." James sat in court for all eight days of Dr. Melina Abdullah vs. LAPD. On this podcast we break down the day-to-day in court as well as the broader impact of this lawsuit brought by college professor, mom and BLM leader Dr. Melina Abdullah after the LAPD surrounded her house, guns drawn after an alleged swatting incident.www.blmgrassroots.org www.BLMLA.Org
Lynne Thompson is the 4th poet laureate of the city of Los Angeles. She is the author of "Beg No Pardons," "Start with a Small Guitar, and most recently, Blue on a Blue Pallett."www.lynnethompson.us
The phone lines are open as we reflect on opportunities for small businesses, why Fred thinks ALL of the cases against Trump are conspiracies and what the latest victories around reparations mean for the future of the debt to Black America. www.KBLA1580.com
Ron Hasson is the President of the Beverly Hills/Hollywood Branch of the NAACP. On this podcast he talks about the NAACP Theater Awards and how they support the organization's mission of increasing visibility and opening doors from Black talent in front of the lights and below the line.www. beverlyhillshollywoodnaacp.org
Dominique & the KBLA delegation weigh in on everything this side of the pacific ocean.www.KBLA1580.ComFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.Connect with KBLA TALK 1580 Online
JR Valrey is print and broadcast journalist, an activist for three decades and the former Editor-in-Chief for the San Francisco Bay View Newspaper. IG: @JRValrey @blockreportradio8641
Tariq Nasheed is a best-selling author, FBA reparations activist and filmmaker known for his Hidden Colors documentary Film series. His latest film "Microphone Check" drops May 2023.www.microphonecheck.com
JR Valrey is a broadcast journalist on Pacifica Radio who was previously Editor-in-Chief of the San Francisco Bay View Newspaper. He has been a community organizer for three decades.IG: @blockreportofficial @jrvalrey @diprimaradioTariq Nasheed is a best-selling author, FBA reparations activist and filmmaker known for his Hidden Colors documentary Film series. His latest film "Microphone Check" drops May 2023.www.microphonecheck.com
The statistics say men cheat more, except for those under thirty. But do the numbers tell the full story? Dr. Carla Michelle is an Executive and Life Coach, author and podcast host. Kerry Neal is the Chief Change Agent for Keeping It 100LA, a non profit organization founded in 2012 and committed to misleading themes and stereotypes about Black men and women in a relationship context.www.K100LA.org www.DrCarlaInc.com
Saharah Ali leads us in a moving meditation and affirmation for Gemini season. Journalist James Farr reports live from the downtown LA courthouse with an update on Dr. Melina Abdullah vs. the LAPD and the phone lines are hot with issues of the day including Diddy's "apology" after the release of a tape of him brutally beating his former partner, the 2024 election and more.www.saharahali.com www.dominiquediprima.com www.JamesFarrLive.com
Pastor Eddie Anderson is the Senior Pastor of McCarty Memorial Church who is passionate about social activism. He is the founder of Partnership for Growth and Project Jubilee and he runs a freedom school out of his church. On this podcast he speaks out unapologetically on the most relevant west coast and national issues of the day.www.PartnershipforGrowth.Org www.McCartyChurch.Org
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.
Anthony Browder is a renowned scholar, author publisher, cultural historian and educational consultant. On this installment of our Freedmen Fridays series, Browder challenges us to focus on the reparative measures we can heal - through knowledge and depth of understanding.www.IKGCulturalResourceCenter.Com They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
Los Angeles Trending Topics w/Ed Sanders and Dominique DiPrimaX: @edwardmsanders @diprimaradioFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
Kameale C. Terry is the co-founder and CEO of ChargerHelp Inc an app that enables on demand repair of electric vehicle charging and former Director of Programs at EV Connect.www.chargerhelp.com
The phones are on fire and the topics are hot. Dominique DiPrima and callers unapologetically weigh in on national issues.www.KBLA1580.comFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
The dismantling of a student encampment at UC Irvine, Gaza vs. Viet Nam, fourteen U.S. Presidents, the impact of Malcolm X, Biden vs. Johnson and fascism in America are just a few of the things we touch on in this podcast w/ Akili AKA "Baba" Akili of BLMLA and the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute.IG: @AkiliforthePeople @diprimaradio
Sherri Bell and California Labor Commissioner Lilia Garcia Brower join Dominique to break down workers (& employers) rights in the golden state and how to enforce them. If you have a question or concern about what's happening in your workplace call (833) 526-4636.www.wagetheftisacrime.com
Shay Conley is in our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. She cleans and restores luxury purses and more and business is booming. James Farr reports live from the downtown LA courthouse with the latest on Dr. Melina Abdullah vs. LAPD. And the phones light up around Biden's poll numbers and the prospects for a June Presidential debate.www.shaypursecleaner.com www.jamesfarrlive.com www.blmgrassroots.org
Assembly Member Tina McKinnor represents California's 61st District. On this podcast she breaks down why she is opposing AB 1990 and how it could make it even easier for police to harass and arrest you. Dominique & Miles Low look at A'ja Wilson's shoe deal, the UC Berkeley students reaching a deal of sorts with the administration and other trending topicswww.dominiquediprima.com
Professor James Lance Taylor is from Glen Cove, Long Island. He is the author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama. He is a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS).https://www.instagram.com/jamestaylor1699/They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
The phone lines are lighting up on topics from the police murder of Roger Fortson in Florida to the succession from Baton Rouge of the wealthy white enclave of St. George.First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
Megan Castillo is the Policy & Advocacy Manager for LA Defense & Coordinator of Reimagine LA Coalition. On this podcast Dominique & Megan look at their demands of the LA County Board of Supervisors and what it will take to shift budget dollars from cops to community.www.reimagine.la/talkingpointswww.reimagine.la/survey
Dr. Agvi Saketopoulou is on the faculty of NYU. She is an author, scholar and psychoanalyst who works with people with a wide range of genders, including with trans children and trans adults, and with queer sexualities as well as a racially and ethnically diverse range of individuals.https://www.amazon.com/Gender-Without-Identity-Avgi-Saketopoulou/dp/B0CJ5TQGHN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2H4VYAYE9EDY0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zh1uL1xTN97W1HNxRYsSbqLdgWojeAE0TeBY0PYG-cc_r0-4xYSKkN8qrUMrZIkFarE720Bhmrg2kFL4_eO-39XHPjTfIgudrF2V5TCyoNACYE8fZxkjzuNjCMX8KYID3RQUIxs86PH4nw7j2QN3jMT5Yle2JMXjE_ukPbY5Sqd3UZdj7gQ-jReaLAwBn7CSLSzi16LxmdTgrRO3WsytuAy1XF9ChBv6LKGUZEweX98.zJZ1q2xgbHsXLzHTYvfbEczQn4V4AWxZIyoHWbyFqpo&dib_tag=se&keywords=gender+without+identity&qid=1715624205&sprefix=gender+without+identity%2Caps%2C222&sr=8-1
James Farr reports live from DTLA on the opening day of Dr. ABdullag vs. LAPD. And phones weigh in on other trending topics.www.KBLA1580.com
Saharah Ali is an astrologer, yoga teacher, meditation instructor, sound healer life coach and sound bath conductor. Here she offers a guided meditation, insight on the “mercury restroshade,” and the vibration of five planets in Taurus.www.SaharahAli.com
Cecily Myart-Cruz is a teacher, activist, and the first woman of color in UTLA’s history to serve as president of the union. Max Arias is the Executive Director SEIU Local 99. Max recently served as the Assistant Director of Collective Bargaining and Representation for the Hospital Division of SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West. On this podcast they outline what they say is stealth retaliation, cuts to student programs, wage theft, itimidation and a shrinking of student safety and mental health resources.www.UTLA.net www.SEIU99.org
Comedian Ray Grady, a Chicago native, graced the comedy stage 17 years ago. He broke into TV on Bill Bellamy's "Who's Got Jokes," and he went on to do Martin Lawrence's "First Amendment," BET's Comic View and "Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level." On this podcast we talk rap beef, comedy grudges and how to stay hungry.www.raygrady.co
Gregg "Marcel" Dixon, is Georgia born and South Carolina raised. His family has resided in the area since at least the 1700's. He is taking on Democratic stalwart James Clyburn running for U.S. Congress as an independent on a platform of reparations activism. He considers himself a freedmen and a critic of both major parties.www.marcelforcongress.com
Sherri and Dominique go in on issues from Kendrick killing the game to Trump's plans to starve your grandma by cutting social security...From reparations to why disgraced racist City Councilmember Kevin DeLeon is being normalized just ahead of election 2024 and much more. Sherri Bell is a labor activist and as regular KBLA Contributor.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @DiPrimaRadio
Karen Wells is the mother of Amir Locke who was murdered by Minneapolis Police during the execution of a no-knock warrant. On this podcast Ms. Wells shares the story of what really happened, how her faith has held her up and the setbacks and victories of her quest for justice - an effort she says she will never give up on.www.blmgrassroots.org
The phone lines are fire and the conversation is unvarnished. Are we in a new civil war? Are student protesters being criminalized? Is the Trump agenda a confederate agenda? Dominique and the KBLA delegation get into the realest conversations.www.dominiquediprima.com
Assemblyman Ash Kalra has put forth AB 2200 a policy bill meant to enable healthcare for all in California. Carmen Comsti of the California Nurses Association and Sheila Bates from Black Lives Matter California are ardent supporters of the bill known as Cal Care. On this podcast we look at why we CAN afford universal health care, how this plan could move us closer to health equity and what it will take to get it across the finish line in the Golden State.www.a25.asmdc.org www.blmla.org www.nationalnursesunited.org
Judge Mablean Ephraim is a former prosecutor, a practicing family law attorney and the host of "Justice with Judge Mablean" in national syndication and on The Grio Channel. On this podcast we look at family law, divorce and custody issues and get the scoop on how the judge is putting the spotlight on dads with her Honoring Unsung Fathers Awards June 16. To nominate a father or attend please visit www.HUFAwards.Org
Sabrena Wigham, President of the African Village Vendors Association Leimert Park is on a mission to uplift small Black vendors. She joins Dominique to speak on the opportunities and obstacles Black tiny businesses and vendors are taking on collectively. Also touched on in the convo: Candace Parker's new role at Adidas, Trump's appeal in the Fani Willis disqualification, Stormy Daniels in NY, who are the real progressives and more.www.dominiquediprima.comIG: @African_Village_Vendors_Association @diprimaradio
Fatima Iqbal Zubair is legislative affairs manager for Enviro-Voters and the chair of the Progressive Caucus of the California Democratic Party. On this podcast we look at local (Cali) trends and initiatives through a climate justice lens.Twitter/X: @fatimazubair @envirovoters @diprimaradio
Renowned Rap Historian Davey D and Rap Artist Miles Low join Dominique to make sense of the massive rap battle, the history of the genre and how Drake v. Kendrick plays out against the background of urgent times.IG: @mileslowmusic @mrdaveyd @diprimaradio
Sharon Kyle, JD is a former President of the Guild Law School and is the Publisher and co-founder of the LA Progressive. On this podcast we look at BRICS, the state of a proposed ceasefire, how the protests are changing the trajectory of students' lives and the Trump campaign corruption trial heats up as porn star Stormy Daniels takes the stand.www.dominiquediprima.com
When is it okay to call the cops on kids? Will the operatives who attacked peaceful protesters at UCLA be caught? Why are schools unprepared to deal with something that happens with every generation? We look at left coast issues thru a progressive lens.www.KBLA1580.com
As part of KBLA's climate justice commitment we are hosting a series of conversations on green tech.Zahirah Mann is President/CEO of Slate-Z a cross-sector initiative focused on revitalizing South Los Angeles by moving residents to economic opportunity.www.slatez.orgDenis Obiang is an electrical engineer and Power Engineer of Transmission Planning overseeing the planning of the LA DWP's transmission planning. www.ladwp.com
Saharah Ali leads us in a Mindful Monday guided meditation, affirmation and shares an astrological outlook for the new moon in Taurus. www.SaharahAli.ComThe phones are lighting up as Dominique and the KBLA delegation take on the war in Gaza, Biden's achievements, cancelled graduations and much more.www.dominiquediprima.com
Akili is the founder of the Fannnie Lou Hamer Institute and lead organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast we take on college campus protests, why Black voters are not planning to go to the polls, the 10th anniversary of the Flint water disaster and more.IG: @AkiliforhthePeople @diprimaradio
Ed Sanders says cash reparations are not possible, Dominique pushes back & other trending topics.First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic perspective.
First Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news, commentary and conversation from a uniquely unapologetic 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 community advocacy, radio veteran, writer and activist Dominique Baraka DiPrima.
Kara James, (MSN, RN, FNP-C, PHN) is a Planned Parenthood Los Angeles Nurse Practitioner and self describe "hood chick" who is spearheading Planned Parenthood's Black Health Initiative. On this podcast we cover Black maternal and infant health, abortion rights, access to healthcare and what needs to be done to stop Black women and babies from dying at higher rates than any other group.www.plannedparenthood.org
The phone lines are open and we hit the burning topics of the day: Cannabis being rescheduled to Schedule III, Secretary Blinken in Israel, the violent attack on peaceful protesters at UCLA, the urban peace movement and more.
Eric Tate started as a bus driver for Laidlaw Transit and worked his way up to leadership in the Teamsters Local 848, where he has been re-elected as Secretary Treasurer five times. On this May Day podcast we look at trends in the labor movement, why unions are more popular than ever and what it means for American workers.IG: @Team848 @diprimaradio
Miles Low is a rap artist, producer and the production director for KBLA Talk 1580. He is also a member of generation Y. Asha Jordan is a visual artist and activist. She is also the Booking Coordinator for First Things First on KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast we look at the stereotypes, realities, opinions and trends impacting the young people who bridge the analog and digital ages.IG: @mileslowmusic @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
John Wood Jr is a national spokesperson for Braver Angels, a former candidate for congress and former Vice-Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles County. On this podcast Dominique and John intellectually joust across the aisle is the spirit of disagreeing without disrespect.www.braverangels.org www.dominiquediprima.com
KBLA's Dr. Melina Abdullah is suing the LAPD for multiple swatting incidents. Will you show up? How do we check the rise of authoritarianism and militarized policing in blue states? Is universal basic income an answer to houselessness? Will the reawakened FCC protect our online freedom? Open lines and consequential topics fuel First Things First.www.dominiquediprima.com
Attorney Jaaye Person Lynn joins Dominique to look at how our right to assemble and freedom of speech today compare with other significant movements and moments in U.S. history. We also touch on the U.S. Supreme Court and national attacks on progressive prosecutors.IG: @LincolnLawyerLA @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
The phone lines are lit and the convo is heated...Would Biden beat Trump (again) in a debate? Will the U.S. ever be the same is the U.S. Supreme Court gives presidents immunity? Will unions make the difference for Biden?
Sound healer, life coach, astrologer, sound bath expert and meditation instructor Saharah Ali offers a guided meditation, affirmation and intention to start our day in harmony and balance. For a reading, treatment or sound bath call (213) 628-9783.www.SaharahAli.com
Journalist & podcaster James Farr joins Dominique to take on Left Coast issues impacting our freedom of speech, right to assemble and agency in spaces of governance. Farr shares the latest scandal involving Pasadena's Police Chief, Eugene Harris...Why is the response to student protests at UCLA & USC so different? How does the uprising of April 29, 1992 inform today's movement? X & IG: @JamesFarrLive @DiPrimaRadio
The phones are on fire and the conversation is heated. Dominique and the KBLA callers debrief our weekly reparations conversation known as Freedmen Fridays and weigh in on issues of national import. Do lineage and pan africanism have to beat odds? Are there plants and trolls in the ADOS space? Are there obstructionists among legacy organizations? How can the worldwide reparations struggles strengthenrather than undermine one another?www.dominiquediprima.com
Former NY City Councilmember, Assemblymember and lifelong Black Panther Party member Charles Barron is our guest for the weekly Freedmen Fridays segment. Barron breaks down his views including: NY state has to acknowledge that it was the 2nd largest slave holding state in the country. And today with a state budget of 237 billion for the state and109 billion for the city it has the money to get this done. The state cannot continue to govern without paying reparations. Twitter: @CMBarron2 @diprimaradio
Sherri Bell & Dominique DiPrima pull no punches in dissecting left coast issues of the day. Will the Cornel West ticket might take votes away from Dems? Why is the first Filipino American Attorney General, Rob Bonta bringing charges against Diana Teran for "improperly downloading confidential records of law enforcement" to hold police accountable? Are progressive prosecutors being targeted? Is anti-blackness in the unions being addressed? Why are students who were robbed of high school graduation now robbed of college graduation by USC? And more....IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Noel Guglielmi is an actor, producer and founder of the independent film company Entangled Entertainment. Noel has worked with some of the best in the business, with roles in Fast and Furious, Training Day, Bruce Almighty, The Dark Knight Rises, The Walking Dead and literally hundreds more. On this podcast he pulls no punches speaking out on "Hollyhood," opportunities for Latino actors, his journey from unhoused to a glamorous life and his battle with his own demons...And of course his latest movie "Cash Out" with John Travolta dropping 4/26.IG: @actornoelg @diprimaradio
Congresswoman Maxine Waters is considered by many to be one of the many to be one of the most powerful women in American politics today. Reelected in 2022 to her seventeenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives with more than 70 percent of the vote in the 43rd Congressional District of California. On this podcast "Auntie Maxine" speaks out on the 56th anniversary of the 56th anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing act, shares analysis on the nationwide student protests, unpacks the closure of Inglewood schools and gives her take on criminal defendant Donald J. Trump. www.waters.house.gov www.dominiquediprima.com
John Szabo is the City Librarian of the Los Angeles Public Library, which serves four million people - the largest population of any public library in the United States. He oversees the Central Library and 72 branches. On this podcast he shares the many unsung programs of the library including online high school, e-book checkout, laptop loaners, internet access, services for the unhoused and even a June Jubilee.www.lapl.org
Evan Griffin Lee was brutally murdered inside the Harris County Jail in Houston Texas in 2022. The family says they still don't know what happened as authorities have still not contacted them and have put out at least three conflicting stories in the press. This is Evan story and the story of how his mother, Jacilet Griffin, a minister, has turned her pain into purpose in helping other impacted families and launching a relentless quest for the truth and justice for #EvanLee. GoFundMe: Justice4Evan www.Justice4Evan.Org
Dominique on what Reggie Bush getting his Heisman Trophy back could mean to him and the future of college sports. Former LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner and Compton School Superintendent Darin Brawley share a stunning announcement on "glasses for all" and comprehensive eye care for all Compton kids K-12.www.visionstolearn.org www.dominiquediprima.com
Keidrick Cole is the owner of Elite Auto Source, a luxury car service providing everything from Sprinters to the Rolls Royce Phantom to the Tesla Cyber Truck. Mr. Cole is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight sharing his story, his business model and his socially innovative approach. (424)203-5483.IG: @EliteAutoSourceLA @DiPrimaRadio www.EliteAutoSourceLA.Com
Devon "Dangerous" Brock is an MMA Pro Fighter who recently opened his own gym in the community he hails from. After losing at least 15 of his childhood friends to community violence over the past three years, Devon decided he had to figure out how to help not just himself, but the young people in his neighborhood.IG: @Built2Winn_Fitness @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dion Cherie Raymond is Justice Correspondent, Host and Executive Producer of The Justice Files airing at 10AM & 10PM Sundays on KBLA Talk 1580. Ms. Raymond is a lawyer and principal Attorney at Raymond Law.X: @DionCherieRaymond @diprimaradio
Dominique, KBLA callers and the YouTube chat room weigh in on the latest local issues; a break in at the Mayor's mansion, what's in the new city budget proposal, USC's censoring of a pro-Palestinian valedictorian, have we lost hope for the Lakers and more...www.dominiquediprima.com
Kerry Neal is the Chief Change Agent for Keepin' it 100LA, a nonprofit organization committed to debunking and demystifying misleading themes and stereotypes about Black men and women. On this podcast we look at dealbreakers, common mistakes and dating best practices.www.K100LA.Org
Climate justice activist, teacher, UTLA organizer and Gen Z political candidate Bryant Odega breaks down the impact of some recent environmental victories including the Biden administration's new policy meant to prioritize conservation on public lands. He also unpacks the carbon footprint of war and the challenges of the climate justice movement.X: @BryantOdega @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Meditation Instructor and Astrologer Saharah Ali shares insights on Tuesday's full moon in Scorpio against the background of Mercury Retrograde...And shares an affirmation and guided meditation to help us level up to live our best lives. For an appointment for a reading or sound healing please call Elise at (213) 628-9783.www.SaharahAli.Com
The phone lines are a-jingling and the talking points are tingling...As we look at celebrations, solutions and disasters related to environmental justice.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
We cover the misconceptions in the discourse around Africa's role in the slave trade, Freshman Texas representative, Jasmin Crockett coming under for suggesting Black people be tax exempt and removing badges of enslavement and Jim Crow to benefit a larger class of Blacks people.www.dominiquediprima
As part of our Freedmen Fridays series we speak with Dr. Ron Daniels, President of the Institute of the Black World 21st Century and administrator for the National African American Reparations Commission. We discuss reparations optimism, state and local momentum, and the cross generational fight within the movement. www.ibw21.org
Dominique DiPrima and KBLA contributor Ed Sanders take on the censorship of a student valedictorian supporting Palestine, the Supreme Court looking at anti-camping policies in cities and whether it is legal to criminalize homelessness, unfair laws dating back to slavery, Kanye West being sued for beating up the man who groped his wife and more....X: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Judge Kevin Ross is the host of America's Court - a popular nationally syndicated television show. He is a former prosecutor and LA County Superior Court Judge. He is also a graduate of Morehouse College and a passionate HBCU booster. On this podcast we look at some of the wins and attacks on historically Black colleges and he shares why he is no longer a Republican.www.AmericasCourtwithJudgeRoss.tv
A Black woman working as an Uber driver was murdered by an 81-year-old white man in Ohio. On this podcast we unpack what this tragic case says about Uber...And America. Dominique & the delegation also examine the impact of iconic pastor Cecil Murray and delve into why Donald Trump - ain't it!www.dominiquediprima.com
On this podcast we look at the role of the Black man in America, the challenges he faces and the solutions and organizations that are focused on solutions. Black Men Build is one of those groups...And Stephen and Billion work together across multiple projects modeling intergenerational solidarity and fellowship between Black men.IG: @BlackMenBuild @africatowncoalition
In his book "The Weight of Nature: How a Changing Climate Changes Our Brains" Clayton Page Aldern breaks down the many ways the climate emergency is impacting our brains, behavior and our functionality in ways that are seldom discussed or addressed.www.claytonaldern.com
The phones are fire and the conversation is focused. Will the Supreme Court's blatant agenda and corruption finally prompt reform? Will the former President's role as a criminal defendant impact the election and his place in history? We unpack this and much more.www.dominiquediprima.com
Bishop Sherman Manning was called to the ministry at 8, licensed to preach at age 17 and traveled the country as an evangelist. He did time in prison and upon his release he founded Yes! We can! Worship Center which feeds the unhoused every Friday night and has a special focus on the helping the houseless. www.YesWeCanWorshipCenter.Org
Attorney Capri Maddox is the Executive Director of the Los Angeles Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department. Following the historic citation of Smart & Final for discrimination against a Black shopper, Attorney Maddox talks about the enforcement of the city's anti-discrimination laws and where these potential violations seem to be most prevalent. She also unpacks the many initiatives of this trailblazing city department.www.laisforeveryone.com www.repair.lacity.gov
The phone lines are simmering with commentary and conversation and the topics are lively...Should businesses help pay to end the houselessness crisis? Will Black people squander reparations? Are Republicans still the party of Lincoln? www.dominiquediprima.com
Renata Simril is the Executive for the LA84 Foundation and sits on the Boards of the Dodgers Foundation and United Way of Greater Los Angeles. On this podcast she speaks on play equity, the Olympics and the powerful role of sports in the lives of young people. www.LA84.org IG: @RenataAngeleno @LA84Foundation @diprimaradio
Marie Deary is Senior Financial Advisor at Wealth Management Financial Advisors is a Stanford graduate and a UCLA MBA. She is the author of Smart Money Ruleswww.wealthmanagementlb.com
The phone lines are open and the conversation is on! Janette from Inglewood has proof Trump is racist, Big Phil is worried about the astrology influencer who killed her boyfriend, infant child and herself and Dominique declares today "Stormy Daniels Day" in the USA.www.KBLA1580.com
Saharah Ali is a yoga instructor, sound bath expert, life coach and meditation teacher. Here she offers a guided meditation, affirmation and astrological insights.www.SaharahAli.com
Bryant Odega is a climate justice activist, a teacher and an active member of UTLA. On this podcast he breaks down the teacher's union's proposal for the greening of Los Angeles schools, looks at what could be done to protect students at Jordan High in Watts who are subject to toxins for a scrap metal plant next door to their school and unpacks CA Assemblymember Isaac Bryan's quest to add an environmental justice amendment to the California constitution. X: @bryantodega @diprimaradio
Chalak Richards, justice advocate and Dean of Students, Diversity, and Belonging at Pepperdine University Caruso Law School, discusses their initiatives for HBCU Scholars and first-generation law students at Pepperdine University and the backlash against DEI across the country.https://law.pepperdine.edu/diversity/
Famed attorney Carl Douglas, a member of O.J. Simpson’s defense “Dream Team'' talks about the case, its impact on race, politcal polarization and the justice system. Author Linda J, shares her experience sitting in on the trial as detailed in her book: I Was There. "I didn't trust the evidence."https://www.douglashickslaw.com/ www.dominiquediprima.com
As part of our weekly Freedmen Fridays series conservative reparationist, Rashid Littlejohn discusses his demonstration on Washington “to save the negro," and the current state of the movement. Rashid Littlejohn is the founder and Executive Director of Chairman of the New Negro Republic Lineage Society.IG: @newnegrorepublic @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Labor activist & KBLA Contributor Sherri Bell joins Dominique in the wake of the death of O.J. Simpon to look at the Simpson trial, the reaction to his death and the racial politics of the issue then and now. "Are you a good n-word or a runaway slave?" We also cover the predatory housing incentives that allow corporations to benefit from keeping units empty.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @LABlackWorkerCenter
Attorney Prianka Nair is Assistant Professor of Clinical Law and Faculty Director of the Disability and Civil Rights Clinic at Brooklyn Law School. Prior to joining the faculty at Brooklyn Law School Professor Nair worked as a public interest attorney at Disability Rights New York.www.brooklaw.edu
Attorney Angela Reddock-Wright was named a "Top California Lawyer' by the Daily Journal. She is a recognized employment and labor law attorney, workplace and Title IX investigator, mediator and arbitrator. On this podcast we look into the latest workplace trend and topics, including the proposed "Right to Disconnect," the impact of AI, the recent study about discrimination on the basis of "Black-sounding" names and more.IG: @IAmAngelaReddockWright @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Why did a young mother kill her boyfriend and throw her children onto the 405 freeway? What shall we remember DJ Mister Cee for? Can we rely on influencers? Should we all be trained in mental health responses? And why is Dr. Melina Abdullah such a great choice of running mate for Dr. Cornel West?www.dominiquediprima.com
Love? Money? Health? Career? Saharah Ali is a numerologist, astrologer, sound healer and yoga instructor. On this podcast we look at how astrological transits effect world events and Saharah does on the spot mini-readings to KBLA callers. Reach her assistant Elise to schedule a reading at (213) 628-9783.www.SaharahAli.Com
Dominique puts a progressive lens on national and international issues. Halfway through the hour she is joined by astrologer and numerologist Saharah Ali who adds the perspective of the astrology of it all.www.dominiquediprima.com www.SaharahAli.Com
Wealth Buidling Wednesday: Billion Godsun is the Founder of Africa Town Coalition and Africa Town Enterprises. He is an organizer with the African Village Vendors Association. On this podcast he speaks about the marketplace at Africa Town/Leimert Park, the work of the merchants collective and the opportunities for growth and economic growth cultural exchange in on of Los Angeles’ premiere Black Arts districts.IG: @AfricaTownEnt @AfricanVilllageVendors @diprimaradio
LA County's Probation Department, which handles young people in trouble with the law, is in crisis. The state has found facilities unfit to house youth offenders, detainees have been tortured, raped, beaten and given illegal drugs in verified incident after verified incident. On this podcast we hear from young activists who are taking on the authorities, redefining solutions and working to provide alternative paths for young people. Justin Marks is the Co-Executive Director of the Youth Justice Coalition - an organization founded by formerly incarcerated youth. Jahzara Halliday is an Organizer with YJC and a Gardening instructor. www.YouthJusticeLA.org
Donna Jackson is the Director of membership development for the Project 21 Black leadership network. She is a seasoned public accountant and a speaker who appears regularly in the media and at conferences. On this podcast she covers the difference between a Republican and a conservative, why she believes reparations are unrealistic and why conservatives are mad at Disney.www.nationalcenter.org
Emma Sharif has served as the Mayor of Compton since 2021. Prior to her Mayoral victory she was elected to represent the 4th District of the Compton City Council. On this podcast The Mayor takes questions from callers and our YouTube chat and invites you to Comptons Earth Day clean up, Dumping Day and Town Hall Meeting, all happening on April 20, 2024. www.comptoncity.org
For over thirty years, Attorney Zoran Basich has guided the elderly and families through complex government regulations to help middle class families protect and preserve their hard-earned assets. Attorney Basich is considered one of the nation's leading experts on elder care. On this podcast we talk about wills, powers of attorney, insurance, Medicaid and the art of aging. Reach him at (800) 7 SENIOR - (800) 773-6467.www.NHSCare.com
The phone lines are open and the topics are varied: from Trump's "plan" for mass deportations, Project 2025, the ancestors and SEIU trying to unionize Maralago.www.dominiquediprima.com
Saharah Ali brings us astrological and spiritual insights on the Solar Eclipse. She leads us in a guided meditation and shares an affirmation menat to help overcome stagnant energy.www.SaharahAli.com
Reg Taylor is an activist (and the cousin of legendary Urban Peace activist Bo Taylor) who works with an organization called Building Bridges on a mission to heal trauma and PTSD from community and family violence. He has spent time in prison and was told he would probably never walk again after being shot and paralyzed. He spent 11 months in a wheelchair, and eventually he willed himself to walk again. On this podcast he shares his story, his healing journey and explains why he believes the political winds on the streets are shifting to the right. www.BetweentheBuildings.Org
Khaleef "The Reparationist" Alexander was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. He advocated for Juneteenth to become a national holiday through his with Millennial Juneteenth and the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Coalition. On this podcast we look at various controversies and victories within the reparations movement.IG: @Lucky__Leefy @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Sabir Bey is an historian and journalist. He has a YouTube podcast where he speaks on the world of Moorish ancestry and its connection to African Americans. This podcast presents a spirited dialogue as Mr. Bey shares why he doesn't support cash reparations, his belief the Moors are the original owners of the continent of America and how he feels our sovereignty impacts our ability to win reparations. YouTube: @sabirbeythatraveler07 @diprima radio @KBLA
The phone lines are open, and we are weighing in on all things left coast. The closure of the 99 Cent Store, food desserts, trash, blight, mental health, the World Central Kitchen attack, Jennifer Lewis and of course, reparations.www.dominiquediprima.com
Luis Rodriguez is a poet, author, activist and a scholar of the indigenous healing practices of his ancestors. He is a former gubernatorial candidate and co-founder of Tia Chucha's Cultural Center, bookstore and press. On this podcast he shares his origin story as a progressive after his arrest at the Chicano Moratorium and looks at issues facing America and progressives today.www.TiaChucha.Org
Dr. Gerald Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston. On this podcast we cover the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr - what happened and how did it impact Black America in particular and the U.S. broadly?https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Say-Gerald-Horne-Reader/dp/1682193632/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AB9ZFOBO6QKS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rr4BV8ptVMxe54KS3P1EvasM3UuoeQifStmPrHCJBP5_u7JJQiy-XhDtcdZzDppfctQtvj0JUAegl3sEA3I5HGJxvtF2BV5sGZQ7C2TNjC2kKGfGLV1Wmxs1Ph-oOrUcAoEt92CvGJ_IzybdpG2nY97jRci8STqW8LYuzZKfLE8Usbpjsm-db8yD1_qjOOZ42bQdO04mFq726mNehK-jxRZILHFSdvh55qRukM7lHyQ.b6vLLAn5ttcOpVzRy840GSUxnbUyZAf1SFooeuT40eI&dib_tag=se&keywords=The+Gerald+Horne+Reader&qid=1712291514&sprefix=the+gerald+horne+reader%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1
The San Bernadino County Sheriff's kill another mentally ill teenager, the Black Press is picking on Amanda Seales, the LAPD is training and being trained by foreign law enforcement and military agencies - these are just a few of the topics covered in this left coast convo w/host Dominique DiPrima.www.dominiquediprima.com
Unapologetically Black, Jasmyne Cannick has developed a strong national following for her willingness to tell-it-like-it-is on uncomfortable and hard to discuss issues. She was named Out Magazine's journalists of the year and one of Essence Magazine's 25 Women Shaping the World. Jasmyne is also a political strategist and a plus sized influencer. On this podcast we look at what Lizzo "quitting" says about social media, body positivity, marketing sexuality and accountability.IG: @hellojasmyne @diprimaradio www.IAmJasmyne.Com
Why are Black outlets platforming Candace Owens? Is it legal for Republicans to name an airport after Trump in the middle of an election? Why is a judge in his stolen documents case calling for jury instructions whenthe trial is months away? Progressive questions on national hot topics are the order of the day with Dominique DiPrima.www.dominiquediprima.com
Wealth Building Wednesday: John Cleveland is Head Chef and Owner of Post and Beam restaurant. Chef Martin Draluck is the founder of The Black Pot Summer Club. On this podcast they share an update on what’s happening with one of L.A.'s most beloved gathering spots and we learn about the African American culinary magic known as the Black Pot Supper Club. www.postandbeamla.com www.blackpotsupperclub.com
"Q" Holmes is a self-taught historian and researcher who shares his insights and discoveries on the under-reported stories of Southern California's African American and BIPOC communities. From the architecture to the car culture, Q is uncovering pieces of of our historical puzzle. IG: @HoodHistorian562 @diprimaradio
Austin Beutner is a civic leader, philanthropist, public servant and former Superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District. He is also the author of Proposition 28 which was overwhelmingly approved by California voters to enhance and expand the arts in schools. On this podcast we look at why arts in schools are important and how some school districts are misusing Prop 28 funds and depriving children of arts instruction.www.KBLA1580.com
The phone lines are live, and the dialogue is unapologetic. What are we looking for in the next police chief? What is Nipsey Hussle's real legacy? Can you find the talking points in today's LA Times headlines? Dominique DiPrima is on the air and the mic is hot.www.dominiquediprima.com
Sharon Kyle, JD is a former President of the Guild, Law School and Publisher and Co-founder of the L.A. Progressive. On this podcast we explore what it means to be a Black progressive, look at the importance of race vs. class analysis and put a progressive lens on some current issues. www.LAProgressive.Com
The phones are lit and so are the topics: The Trans Day of Visibility, Elon Musk's persona is hurting the bottom line, why the Republican's anti-immigrant talking points are gaining traction with Democrats and much more. www.dominiquediprima.com
SAharah Ali is an astrologer, life coach, sound healer, yoga instructor and sound bath expert. On this podcast she dispels the mysteries of Mercury retrograde and prepares us for the energy of the Solar Eclipse.www.SaharahAli.Com
Dominique's recorded conversation with Los Angeles Mayor Karen R. Bass is reprised here. Dominique then unpacks the conversation with the Chief Executive of Los Angeles. Ms. DiPrima goes deeper on left coast issues covered by Mayor Karen Bass including: public land to be used for RVs and the unhoused and the next LAPD Chief. www.LACity.Gov
We talk with rapper Eric "Lil Eazy E" Wright about carrying his father's legacy, repping Compton, and what it was like growing up in his shadow. https://www.instagram.com/lileazy_e/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Who deserves reparations and how does it manifest globally? This conversation has been used as a barrier to progress for generations. Atorney Nana Gyamfi envisions the role of Non-American Black People standing with African Americans in this fight, "...encouraging our most radical imaginations for the pan-African reparations movement." Nana Gyamfi is the Executive Director for the Black Alliance for Justice Immigration and has been a Movement attorney for over two decades. Her career is dedicated to fighting for human rights and Black liberation. https://baji.org
Starting in April 2024, minimum wage rises to $20 for fast food employees. Corporations are raising their prices as a result. Labor activist, Sherri Bell talks with us about how the rise in minimum wage ultimately benefits the community. We take on this and other topics like Curren Price, P-Diddy, Raymond Chan and more.https://labwc.org/ IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio
Karen Bass is the 43rd Mayor of the City of Los Angeles and the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city's chief executive. She is a former congresswoman, state assembly speaker and community organizer. On this podcast we look at the area's recovery from the recent storms, the selection of the next police chief, the city budget, the quest to help the unhoused, the state of hiring for city jobs and the People's Budget.www.LACity.Gov/jobs
Rap Artist Miles Low's hot track "Swear 2 Gawd" sets of a deep convo as Miles and Dominique look at creativity, competition, greed and what drives us. Oligarchy vs. Character is in the convo...Along with other national topics...Donald Trump's turbo charged golf cart, the death of Joe Leiberman, new polling on Gaza, Russell Simmons gets served and much more.IG: @MilesLowMusic @diprimaradio
The Justice Care & Opportunity Department of the County of Los Angeles is a new branch of Los Angeles government that makes good on the will of the voters to shift to a care-first model. Judge Songhai Armstead is the Director of that department. She is a longtime advocate for the underserved, and a justice system innovator. Judge Armstead, a retired superior court judge, was the first leader of the Alternatives to Incarceration Office, which is now under JCOD. The hotline for free rides to court, court reminders, childcare and more call (833) 522-5263www.jcod.lacounty.gov
Miles Low joins Dominique to take a look at trending topics #Diddy #Jayz #Ye #50Cent #EqualJustice #TheBlackMan #entertainmentindustry IG: @mileslowmusic @diprimaradio @kbla1580
On March 27, 2016 Wakiesha Wilson died in LAPD custody after being incarcerated in the LA Metropolitan Jail. The LAPD initially said her death was a suicide and has yet to release 22 minutes of "missing" videotape. On this podcast we take a look at Wakeisha's story, legislation meant to come out of her killing, in custody deaths and the activism of her family.www.BLMGrassroots.Org
Dominique and the KBLA delegation on the phones tell us how they really feel on hard hitting national headlines from the Baltimore bridge collapse to Elon Musk losing another court case, this time against a non-profit to the hypocrisy of Trump's mother-in-law's immigration story.www.dominiquediprima.com
Wealth Building Wednesday: Nike Davis is the founder of The U World, an organization working to foster unity, love and peace among community-based organizations and individuals. They are part of the African Village Vendor Assoc of Leimert Park.www.UWorldInc.Org
Why is Atlas Iron & Metal Company still allowed to poison students at Jordan High School in Watts even though they are facing felonies? Why is the 3200 setback/buffer zone law meant to protect people from oil wells on hold? Why is the Dodger Stadium gondola project a problem according to environmentalists? What new laws are in the pipeline to battle the climate emergency? We tackle these questions on this podcast.X/Twitter: @fatimaizubair @diprimaradio @kbla1580
Julio G is an influential West Coast hip hop DJ who was born and raised in Lynwood, CA. He is credited for being responsible for the rise of gangsta rap as part of the KDAY on air team, the Westside Radio Show and the Ruthless Radio Show with Tony G and Eazy E. He has toured the world with Cypress Hill and worked with Snoop Dogg, Soopafly and Xzibit. He is most widely known for being the voice of Radio Los Santos on Grand Theft Auto San Andreas. IG: @westsideradioonline @juliog1580 @diprimaradio
Is Diddy getting a fair shake? Is Russell Simmons? Are industry hopefuls taking responsibility for their choices? And what about Trump? In the Black TV Network News Director Niele Anderson and Dominique have a spicy and spirited conversation around the recent Dept. of Homeland Security raid of Diddy's residences and what it says about the entertainment industry and the abuse of women, young people and children. www.IntheBlackNetwork.TV
The phone lines are lit and the topics are fire: Ronna Daniels on NBC, Diddy on the run and a Judge on one about Los Angeles homeless services are just a few of the local issues on our radar for this podcast. www.dominiquediprima.com
Little-known facts and historical inspirations on the lives of Dr. Ida B. Wells, Alberta Williams King, Georgia Gilmore, Ella Baker and more. Dr. Tabatha L. Jones-Jolivet, PhD is an abolitionist organizer, educator, minister and scholar. She is an Associate professor in the School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences at Azusa Pacific University. Twitter/X: @SistahDrTabatha @diprimaradio
Is the Lincoln Project helping President Joe Biden? Why did China and Russia veto a U.S. sponsored UN resolution for a Gaza ceasefire? And why does Dominique say a vote for Trump is a vote to starve your granny?www.dominiquediprima.com
Saharah Ali is a meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer and life coach. On this podcast Saharah breaks down the full moon lunar eclipse in Libra, the coming Mercury retrograde cycle and the opportunities to embrace our soul's purpose. www.SaharahAli.com
The Pasadena City Council passed its own ceasefire resolution, Chris Holden got knocked out in the primary by Katherine Barger in the race for LA County Supervisor and the City of Los Angeles is paying out $24 million for the LAPD killing of Jessie Murillo. These are just a few of the topics in this unapologetically progressive conversation on left coast headlines. James Farr is a Pasadena based print journalist who writes for the Los Angeles Progressive and hosts his own podcast "The Conversation Live." Instagram: @JamesFarrLive @diprimaradio
Kim Mims is the co-founder of Emmend the Mass Media Group. She is co-producer and director of the documentary film "Reparations Now." On this podcast we speak on which of the California Legislative Black Caucus proposals are actually reparations and which might more aptly be called something else. And what needs to be done to move specific impactful bills and proposals forward.www.ETMMediaGroup.Com www.dominiquediprima.com
Uuimoiya Glass and his partner Kim Mims started working on their documentary covering the California Reparations Task Force before it even convened. They are producers, directors, advocates and activists and the founders of Emmend the Mass Media Group. On this podcast Uumoiya shares what he's learned on that journey and what he is fighting for, what surprised him along the way and his thoughts on the current crop of reparations proposals from the CLBC. www.ReparationsNowDoc.Com
It's a free flowing conversation on Left Coast politics with Dominique DiPrima, Ed Sanders and the KBLA Delegation.Twitter/X: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio
MkCoi Zeno is an herbalist, healer and creative. He is the proprietor of MkCoi Zeno Wellness, maker of Sea Moss Antioxidant Gel, Nourishing Cleanser and Shampoo Bar. On this podcast we explore the many uses of this super food for beauty, health and wellbeing.IG: @MkCoiZenoWellness @diprimaradio @a CrystalPeace
Barrington Salmon is an award-winning journalist who has worked for more than 30 years writing news stories in Washington DC, Miami, Tallahassee Florida and the U.S. Virgen Islands. He is an investigative journalist for Sputnik News and a freelancer with outlets including The Final Call, the National Newspaper Publishers Association and The Washington Informer.IG: @raggamuffin03 @diprimaradio
Marquell Bridges is the founder of Black Lives Matter Grassroots Mississippi Chapter. He is the founder of Building Bridges, an activist and a dad who has been working to expose and convict members of the Rankin County Sheriff's Dept. and neighboring police departments who have been torturing, sexually abusing and beating citizens of Mississippi for two decades. IG: @blmms_grassroots @diprimaradio
In order to fight the sexual exploitation of children the City of Los Angeles has launched a Human Trafficking Task Force in conjunction with multiple law enforcement agencies and nonprofit organizations. In 2023 they rescued 60 minors and 11 adults from forced sex work. This podcast tells that story. Hydee Feldstein Soto is the 43rd Los Angeles City Attorney. Deputy Chief Emada Tingirides Deputy Chief and Commanding Officer of the Community Safety Partnership Bureau.
Krista Guerrero is a Resource Specialist for the Metropolitan Water District. She has over 20 years of experience in the drinking water industry. On this podcast we look at the importance of water for life on the planet, the dangers to our supplies in the city and things small and large that we can do to conserve, be efficient and beautify. We also look at what resources are available to help us.www.bewaterwise.com
State Senator Dave Min is the Dem running for Katie Porter's seat, and his victory could be key to Democrats winning back control of the House of Representatives. On this podcast we look at California's impact on the balance of power in congress and why a vote for Trump is a vote to "starve the grannies."www.dominiquediprima.com
The phone lines are open as we unpack what we've learned and share knowledge in the climate justice conversation. Why are tires a menace? How are your brakes bad for our lungs? What is the way forward for sustainability?www.KBLA1580.com
Dr. Stephanie Myers is the author of the book "Invisible Queen" a biographical story about Queen Sophia Charlotte, Queen of England and Ireland for 57 years. She is the co-owner of R.J. Myers Publishing and Consulting Company. On this podcast Dr. Myers shares the fascinating story of England's Black queen and her other favorites of women's history including: Dorothy Height, Amelia Boynton Robinson and Yvonne Braithwaite Burke.www.myerspublishing.com
Erin Rank is the CEO of the non Profit Habitat for Humanity Los Angeles. They are building affordable and sustainable housing in Los Angeles and across the nation. On this podcast we look at their role in the current housing crisis and how you can help.www.HabitatLA.Org
The phone lines are open and the conversation is robust. ranging from the current state of reparations to Trump's promises and threats on the campaign trail, to the future of education in America.www.dominiquediprima.com
Mindful Mondays w/Saharah Ali kicks off the hour with an affirmation and guided meditation She is a yoga teacher, life coach and astrologer who offers sound baths and meditation instruction. www.SaharahAli.Com
National Guard from red states deployed in Oakland? Shoot shoplifting suspects on sight? Trump is already saying what he has in store for the golden state. The phone lines are open and Dominique is hacking the headlines. www.dominiquediprima.com
The phone lines are hot and reparations is the conversation. This podcast features responses to our weekly Freedmen Fridays broadcast and quick takes on other hot topics including a judge's ruling that DA Fani Willis will not be disqualified from pursuing the RICO case against the former President.www.dominiquediprima.com www.oag.ca.gov
Dr. David Horne is a retired professor of Critical Thinking and African History and the former chair of the Pan African Studies Department at Cal State Northridge. He is a lifetime member of N'Cobra and a lead organizer with Reparations United Front. www.reparationsunitedfront.org www.oag.ca.gov
Sherri Bell is a labor organizer, an activist and a mom. She is a regular KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique & Sherri go in on labor issues, local elections, the judge's decision regarding Fulton County Fani Willis remaining on her case in Georgia and more topics bringing the heat. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio
Attorney Areva Martin is a civil rights attorney and the founder of the Special Needs Network which provides support for people with autism. She is the host of Out Loud with Areva Martin weekdays 4P-6P PDT on KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast we take a deeper look at the case of Ryan Gainer an autistic Black teenager murdered by San Bernadino Sheriff's deputies while allegedly brandishing a garden tool. www.snnla.org
Freewheeling conversation and open phones set off a conversation on national and international headlines with a progressive lens.www.dominiquediprima.com
Tim Kornegay is Director of Live Free CA. Since gaining freedom after 22 years of incarceration he worked as an Americorp fellow, a prop 47 organizer and a voter engagement organizer. On this podcast we take on why so many "formerly incarcerated" people and rappers are turning towards Trump and how to stop the trend. We look at why hardly anyone voted on super Tuesday, unpack some local and national races, cover crime and the reaction to it and delve into the mess that is the LA County juvenile justice system.. www.LiveFreeCA.org
Attorney Barbara Arnwine is a lecturer at Columbia Law School and the president and founder of the Transformative Justice Coalition. To join the committee for voting rights pushing back on the 8th Circuit Court decision on Section Two of the Voting Rights Act email JDockers@TJCoalition.Org www.TJCoalition.Org
Fred from L.A. takes issue with Larry Newman, a millennial software engineer who was a prior guest on the show. Fred feels millennials don't face racism like his generation and that they CAN afford homes if they would just shut up and save...This podcast includes freewheeling conversation and discourse on other topics in the national spotlight.www.dominiquediprima.com
Jade Kearney Dube is a mental and maternal health advocate and is founder and CEO of #SheMatters. Dube is a mother with a professional background in education and talent development. www.SheMatters.Health
Hawthorne City Councilwoman Katrina Manning is a huge advocate for financial literacy. Since being elected in 2022 she says she has made helping the unhoused, public safety and economic development her priorities. On this podcast we delve into the basics of financial literacy and she invites you to a free business expo and job fair.www.hawthornebusinessexpo.org
Larry Newman is a software engineer who is interested in politics. As a Black millennial he feels the American mainstream and African American elders are not listening to his generation of Black men. On this podcast we do...www.dominiquediprima.com
The phones are fire and Dominique is on one as we strengthen our media literacy muscles by confronting the propaganda, spin and "conventional wisdom" that don't serve us. www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
Amina Baraka is an organizer, author and actor. She co-edited the books: "Confirmation: An Anthology of African American Women and The Music; Reflections on Jazz and Blues with her late husband writer/activist Amiri Baraka. On this podcast we look at heroes of women's history month, the role of Black women in the movement and the emergence of fascism in the United States.https://books.google.com/books/about/Blues_in_All_Hues.html?id=dXyEoAEACAAJ
The KBLA Delegation on the phone and in the YouTube chat weigh in on national political hot buttons including the kick off of the 2024 campaigns of Trump & Biden, Project 2025, anti-Blackness, fascism and the system of white supremacy.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
Life Coach, Meditation Instructor and Sound healer Saharah Ali challenges us to level up to our greatness and dream a new reality for Mindful Mondays. For an appointment please call Elise at (213) 628-9783.www.SaharahAli.com
Lilia Garcia-Brower was born and raised in East Los Angeles. She was appointed by Governor Newsom as the California State Labor Commissioner in 2019. As Labor Commissioner, she oversees the primary law enforcement agency for workplace protections. On this podcast we breakdown the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers in the Golden State. Labor activist Sherri Bell joins Dominique on the mic for an informative look at Cali law from minimum wage, to sick leave to wage theft.www.wagetheftisacrime.com
Dominique reviews the most updated election results highlighting good news for progressives in some races including a loot at the results for LA County Superior Court Judges.www.kbla1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Chris Lodgson is the lead organizer with the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, one of seven organizations selected by the California Reparations Task Force to conduct community outreach. Freedmen Fridays is a weekly segment that is meant to be a comprehensive reparations conversation where all are welcome.https://www.cjec-official.org/ www.dominiquediprima.com
Dominique reviews the most updated election results highlighting good news for progressives in some races including a loot at the results for LA County Superior Court Judges.www.dominiquediprima.com
James DuBose is a television producer, filmmaker, and entertainment industry executive. He was formerly head of programming and executive producer of Fox Soul, a digital streaming service for African American viewers. Mr. DuBose has launched a Black-owned and operated AVOD television network that is free and available now through the In the Black Network app. On this podcast we talk about his journey to network ownership, what In The Black Network is and how to get it.www.IntheBlackNetwork.TV
Dominique and the KBLA delegation dig in on troubling topics and prickly points that are in play during the 2024 election year...Houselessness, Fani Willis, Trump voters, Congresswoman Barbara Lee and the State of the Union are just a few of the topics we touch.www.dominiquiediprima.com
Dr. Gerald Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies at University of Houston. He is the author of over thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles. On this podcast he goes in on topics in need of illumination such as the situation in Haiti, the role of the Special Counsel, the national attack on progressive prosecutors and much more. https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Say-Gerald-Horne-Reader/dp/1682193632
Dr. Melina Abdullah is a Professor at Cal State Los Angeles and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. She is a lead organizer for BLMLA and a mother of three.www.BLMLA.org
Dr. Nii Quartelai Quartey is a journalist, educator and KBLA Talk 1580's Chief National Affairs Analyst. Twitter/X: @drniiquartelai
Ed Sanders is the President of ES Advisors and a Contributor to KBLA 1580. His many years of experience working on political campaigns inform his analysis of Super Tuesday on the national stage.Twitter/X: @EdwardMSanders
Celebrity Hair Stylist Tramel Borner is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. He is Dominique's personal stylist. His mobile hair styling business is making waves (pun intended) in the competitive Los Angeles market. Call him at (404) 552-1632.IG: @TressesbyTramel
On this podcast we share results and trendlines impacting the 2024 election. Dominique puts a progressive lens on how we cast our ballots and identifies winners and losers in local races.www.dominiquediprima.com
Dominique and the KBLA delegation (including two Debs, Kuahmel, Mykael & "Wacky" ) raise important questions and look for credible answers live and in real time as Californians head to the polls.www.lavote.gov
Why aren't Dems doing more to get out the vote nationally? What are YOU doing this election? Why do Black people get blamed for everything and get credit for nothing in politics? Davey D is an award winning journalist, adjunct professor, hip hop historian and syndicated talk show host. On this podcast Davey D & Dominique make it plain.IG: @MrDaveyD @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dominique & Attorney Gyamfi look at California issues as the Golden State heads to the polls. From the District Attorney's race to the Senate contest to statewide Proposition One, we put a progressive lens on it.www.Baji.Org www.dominiquediprima.com
Congresswoman Barbara Lee represents the 12th District of California. She is running for U.S. Senator. She currently serves as the lead plaintiff in the NAACP civil lawsuit against former president Donald Trump for damages related to the attempted coup on the capitol on January 6, 2021.www.barbaraleeforca.com
Dominique DiPrima bubbles in her ballot and you may follow along. Agree or disagree, you'll be more prepared to vote…And get her picks.
Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, and sound healer and life coach Saharah Ali leads a guided meditation and breaks down the path to unblock our blessings. www.SaharahAli.com
Dominique DiPrima opens her vote-by-mail goes bubble by bubble down her personal ballot and explains why she is making the choices she is making. Agree or disagree you will definitely get some clarity and be more prepared to vote.www.lavote.gov
On this podcast we vet the candidates for judge for the LA County Superior Court. We go office by office looking at the back stories and the pros and cons of each contender. We are joined by Caree Harper, an award-winning civil rights attorney with a prior career as a decorated police officer, a paralegal and a private investigator for the City Attorney's office. Ms. Harper has been selected to the elite "Super Lawyer" repeatedly and is one of the top attorneys in Southern California with federal and state jury trial experience.www.careeharper.com
Mollie Bell - Straight Outta Compton" is an activist who first became involved in the reparations movement in 1990 with Mr. (John) Peeples. She has fought against racism and marched against police abuse for decades. She is also a community archivist, taking thousands of photographs of protests, conventions, concerts and community meetings dating back to the nineties. IG: @BellMollie @diprimaradio @Harper4Justice
Labor organizer, activist Sherri Bell Joins Dominique to unpack left coast issues in this primary election season.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Congresswoman Katie Porter represents the 47th District in California. Before being elected to Congress Katie was a law professor at UC Irvine. A single mom, she lives in Irvine, CA with her three kids. www.katieporter.com
Chris Smalls is labor organizer who helped to found the Congress of Essential Workers which led to the formation of the Amazon Workers Union. He was named one of Time's most influential people of 2022. He is the President of the Amazon Labor Union.www.AmazonLaborUnion.com
Natasha Khamashta is a long time Public Defender and a write in candidate for LA County Superior Court Judge seat #93. She is a U.S. citizen by birth born in Bethlehem Palestine to an Arab Christian dad and a Caucasian Christian mom from Texas. She lives in Long Beach. She has worked as a supervisor and mentor to young attorneys helping them to find their passion in the field. She says she will get credit for your vote even if you simply write in "Natasha."www.natasha4judge.com
Kim Repecka is a Public Defender running for L.A County Superior Court Judge seat #124 Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Kim has worked at the Children's Law Center and as a court appointed for parents and guardians in dependency proceedings. She later transitioned to representing indigent criminal defendants at the LA Public Defenders Office.www.kimrepeckaforjudge.com
Where are the first time home buyers programs? What's the scoop on the new California down payment assistance lottery? How do I get low or no-cost counseling to get a home or keep one? How to Black people get the same deals that other groups seem to get? We answer these questions and more with Shona Clark a Senior Loan Consultant with New American Funding and Kevin Johnson is the Information Officer for Marketing and Communications at the California Housing Finance Agency. www.CALHFA.CA.Gov New American Funding Inglewood (310) 409-2149
Jahan Epps is a real estate entrepreneur and an active member of the South LA community who is running for Los Angeles City Council, District 8. Born and raised in the eighth district, Mr. Epps is a graduate of Crenshaw high school and a longtime supporter of the Challengers Boys and Girls Club. He was the volunteer coach of the Ladera All Stars and a serial business person with ventures such as Florence Fresh Health Food Store.www.jahanepps.com
Dominique clears up some confusion and confronts controversy surrounding the March 2024 primary election. www.dominiquediprima.com
Kelly McHenry is a Real Estate expert and a luxury lifestyle consultant who focuses on the mindset of abundance. The Louisiana native is in our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. www.KellyMcHenry.com
Shannon Lawrence is a former political staffer for elected officials and labor organizations. He is a current democratic political strategist. On this podcast Dominique & Shannon cover the California primary election with special focus on L.A. County. www.INKWELLCG.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Assemblyman Reggie Jones-Sawyer currently represents assembly district 57 in the California state legislature. In the assembly he has worked to raise the minimum wage and worked to make community college free for all. Now Jones-Sawyer is running for Los Angeles City Council, District 10. He says he will work to make the minimum wage a living wage, lower housing costs and provide pathways to home ownership.www.reggieforla.com
Dr. DeWayne Davis, Ed.D, CBO (Chief Business Official) has been an educator for 29 years. He started his career as a classroom teacher educating some of LA's most underserved communities. He went on the work as a principal and most recently as a Deputy Superintendent - Strategy and Accountability. He is also an Adjunct Professor for Columbia University - Teachers College; a Board member for the Urban Education Leaders Collaborative and Chair of the CSUDH Anti-Racism Committee.www.drdavis4lausdkids.com
Sherlett Hendy Newbill was born and raised in our community. She graduated from Dorsey High School, graduated Xavier University, and returned to teach at her high school alma mater for almost two decades. Hendy Newbill has been a teacher, mentor and a coach to thousands of children in Dorsey and South L.A.www.sherletthendynewbill.com
The People's Budget is a coalition led by BLMLA demanding a city budget that invests in the wellbeing of our communities with a priority on supporting Black people. The initiative offers city residents and stakeholders a chance to share their opinion on how our taxpayer dollars should be spent. For the second year in a row the results of the survey will be presented to Mayor Karen Bass in an open community meeting. On this podcast organizer/educator/minister Dr. Tabatha Jones Jolivet breaks down the process and progress of Los Angeles participatory budgeting movement.www.peoplesbudgetla.com
Christian Flagg is the Director of Training for the Community Coalition. He was born and raised in South Central L.A. in a big, working class family where he attended Audubon Middle School and Crenshaw High School and San Francisco State University. He became friends with his wife at Audubon, they later married and are raising five children.www.flaggwiththepeople.com
Quinones describes herself as a “movement baby” and longtime Chicana activist she is running for California State Assembly, District 52.www.sofiaforassembly.com
John Brasfield was born and raised in Los Angeles. He is a product of the Los Angeles Unified School District where he has been working since he was 15 years old. John was a regional Business Review Specialist for Restaurant.Com. He is the founder of the company ONENTERTAINMENT.www.johnaaronbrasfieldforthecommunity.com
Dr. Didi Watts is a former charter school principal who is currently Chief of Staff for School Board Member Tanya Ortiz Franklin. She is a lifelong Democrat who holds a bachelor's degree in psychology, a masters degree in education and an Ed.D in educational leadership for social justice. www.didwatts4schoolboard.com
This is our weekly Mindful Mondays segment where meditation instructor, yoga teacher and astrologer Saharah Ali offers guided meditation, affirmation and astrological insights. Here she reflects on spiritual humility and how we can change our minds to change our lives.www.SaharahAli.com
Why do Black voters feel there is a strong connection between the environment, social justice and civil rights? How are we perceiving the disparate impacts of the climate emergency on Black & BIPOC communities and wealthier & white areas. On this podcast James Farr joins Dominique aand we unveil and breakdown the results of the groundbreaking KBLA/Evitarus survey of Black likely voters as part of our unprecedented year-long climate justice initiative. James Farr is an award-winning journalist who writes for the L.A. Progressive and hosts a podcast called The Conversation Live.www.jamesfarrlive.com www.laprogressive.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Cliff Smith says he has been fighting for workers rights and community power all of his adult life. Now in his third elected term as Business Manager for Roofers Local 36in Los Angeles, Cliff advocates for jobs at living wage, affordable housing development and immigrant workers equality including voting rights for non citizen residents. He is a candidate for Los Angeles City Council District 8. You may call him at (213) 663-6316.www.CliffSmithWorkersParty.Org
Pastor Eddie Anderson says he is passionate about social activism and proclaiming a theology open and accessible to all. He is a third generation pastor who serves the historic McCarty Memorial Church in the West Adams neighborhood as senior pastor. Pastor Anderson is running on a platform of "Homes we can afford; fight poverty not the poor; reimagine public safety and invest in neighborhoods; and bring in community to restore faith and drive policy-making." He is a candidate for Los Angeles City Council District Ten.www.Anderson2024.Com
George Fatheree is a Fintech founder, social impact entrepreneur, and attorney. George is most notably recognized for securing the landmark return of the Bruce’s Beach property – marking the first time in U.S. history that the government has returned property taken by racially motivated eminent domain. He led the rescue from bankruptcy of the Ebony and Jet photography archives, consisting of 4.5 million images documenting Black American history, and represented California's first commercial community land trust in acquiring a commercial block to prevent business gentrification on behalf of retail tenants.www.OROImpact.com www.passionpreparationppurpose.com
Proposition 1 on California's statewide b allot would reshape how the state deals with mental health, substance abuse and housing. It is supported by some progressives and rejected by others. Ed & Dominique look at the pros and cons and almost figure it out.Ed Sanders is the President of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy.Twitter/X: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Attorney Michael Berg is an attorney and a small business owner from a long tradition of L.A. business owners and now a candidate for LA County Judge of the Superior Court, Seat #137. Mr. Berg grew up in Sherman Oaks and attended Cal State Northridge and he graduated from Southwestern University Law School. He has owned and operated his own law firm for the past 15 years.www.MichaelBergforJudge.com
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
Atty Steven Mac is the son of refugees, a Lt. Colonel in the Army, an LA County Deputy DA and a candidate for LA County Superior Court Seat #135. He graduated from UCLA School of Law in 2007. As an Army lawyer Steven Mac served in the Trial Defense Service where he defended soldiers accused of misconduct by the Army. After joining the LA DA's office he worked as a felony trial deputy as well as in the hardcore gang unit. www.StevenMacforJudge.Com
On this podcast Dominique gives the basics on the election: registration, voting and spreading the word on candidates and propositions.www.lavote.gov
Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey is the Chief National Affairs Analyst for KBLA Talk 1580 and host of "A More Perfect Union" weekdays at 1PM PDT. On this podcast Dr. Quartey joins Dominique for a spirited conversation on pressing issues of this election season including the latest U.S. veto of a U.N. peace resolution for Gaza, the Los Angeles district attorney's race, public safety, student loan forgiveness and the U.S. Supreme Court rejection of a high school admissions case in Virginia.Twitter/X: @drniiquartelai @diprimaradio
LA Superior Court Judge Debra Archuleta spent 28 years as a Deputy District Attorney before being elected as a Superior Court Judge in 2016. During her judicial tenure she has handled a variety of criminal cases including felonies, misdemeanors and traffic violations including presiding over jury trials. www.judgedaforda.com
Torre Brannon-Reese is founding director of FA-MLI, Inc (foundation for arts mentoring, leadership and innovation) a non profit agency with a mission to provide educationally and culturally stimulating programs. He is the co-founder of the annual Malcolm X Festival in Leimert Park, Los Angeles. www.familsoul.org
Tara Perry is founder of The Black Pact. She has an academic foundation in sociology from St. John's University and specialized legal from UCLA. Ms. Perry is a former Neighborhood Council official. She has organized for housing rights with The Crenshaw Subway Coalition and the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. She is a reparations activist who contributed to California's groundbreaking AB3121 Reparations legislation. www.TaraPerryforCA.Com
Dr. Uche Blackstock, MD received both her undergraduate and medical degrees from Harvard University, making her and her twin sister, Oni, the first Black mother-daughter legacies from Harvard Medical School. Her book "LEGACY: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine" was released in January 2024 and is already a NY Times Bestseller. On this podcast she shares her personal journey, her research into the impact of racism on health outcomes for Black Americans and what we can do about it.www.UcheBlackstock.Com www.AdvancingHealthEquity.com
Connie Rice is a top civil rights lawyer, author and public intellectual known for fighting systemic inequality with coalition lawsuits that have helped millions in poor neighborhoods. A former member of President Barack Obama's Task Force on 21st Century Policing, Rice is recognized as a leading expert on changing police culture. On this podcast she delves deeper into her recent op-ed "Before Los Angeles gets a new police chief, here's what we need to know."https://www.amazon.com/Power-Concedes-Nothing-Justice-Courtroom/dp/1416575006
The race to elect the next District Attorney of Los Angeles County is arguably the most important thing on the March 2024 ballot. On this podcast Dominique helps think through the twelve people running including progressive DA/incumbent George Gascon.www.KBLA1580.com
Robert and Emilee McGowan have been married 27 years and are parents to four children. On this podcast they reflect on the tools and challenges of their union including finding their way back to each other following the Cancer death of their five year old-son Miles. They have taken their pain and passion to our into others through their life coaching company - Diving Within.www.divingwithin.net
The podcast provides an open mic for anyone running for public office in the March election...School Board candidate Dan Chang answers the call. In addition we read between the headlines on trending topics including Trump's massive fine by a NY judge, neo Nazis marching over the weekend, the way forward in Gaza and more.www.dominiquediprima.com
Mindful Mondays includes a guided meditation and affirmation to set the tone for our week. Saharah Ali is a sound healer, life coach, astrologer, meditation instructor and sound bath expert. For appointments please call Elise at (213) 628-9783.www.saharahali.com
Dominique is on one and the phone lines are open. We review how historians rate presidents vs. the current public perception. We also look at possible impacts of our monster storm, the fentanyl crisis, the suicide of an elderly woman facing eviction and what we need to deal with when selecting the next LAPD chief.www.dominiquediprima.com www.KBLA1580.com
Congressman Adam Schiff represents California's 30th Congressional District. In his 12th term in the House of Representatives, Schiff serves as a senior member of the House Committee on the Judiciary, which oversees the administration of justice within our nation's federal courts, federal administrative agencies and federal law enforcement. He is running to be the golden state's next U.S. Senator.www.adamschiff.com
On this podcast we open up the phones for trending topics such as TD Jakes deal with Wells Fargo and what it really means for Black America along with further discussion of our Freedmen Fridays dialogue - a comprehensive reparations conversation.www.dominiquediprima.com
Attorney Jonathan Hatami is a Deputy District Attorney who has been with the LA County District Attorney's office since 2006. In 2016 he was assigned to the Complex Child Abuse unit. Hatami served in the U.S. Army as an infantryman and a member of the military police. He was named as prosecutor of the year by the Antelope Valley Bar Association and was the recipient of the ChildHelp Benevolent Heart Award. He is endorsed by the LA Police Command Officers Association and the California Bail Officers Association.www.JonathanHatami.com
Thandisizwe Chimurenga is an award winning journalist and writer. She is the author of five books including "Not Yet...A Case for Reparations and Why We Must Wait." Chimurenga is host of Root Work: Getting Down to the Roots on Pacifica Radio and the Black Power Media.www.thandisizwe.net
Did Fani Willis Kill It or Fail? How do we stop Trump's momentum among younger Black voters? Are we supporting the Pan African Film Festival? What is the role of Black union members in the 2024 election? Plus the KBLA delegation is giving flowers to our dynamic contributor - Sherri...the phone lines are open with contributor and labor organizer Sherri Bell & First Things First host Dominique DiPrima.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @DiPrimaRadio
Christopher Darden is a renowned attorney, best-selling author, law professor has declared his candidacy for LA County Superior Court Judge Seat 130. Perhaps best known for serving on the prosecutorial team of the OJ Simpson trial, Darden is also a respected legal commentator, community leader and educator. As a Deputy DA Darden worked in the hardcore gang unit. For the past 27 years he has been in private practice as a criminal defense attorney.www.ChristopherDardenforJudge.com
Georgia Huerta has spent thirty years as a Deputy District Attorney working on 80 jury trials. She has worked in the Juvenile Division, Employee Relations, Workers Comp Fraud Division and Alternative Sentencing/Community Collaborative Court. She is running for LA County Superior Court Judge Seat 135. She says growing up in South LA fuels her drive and commitment to serving the community. www.GeorgiaHuertaforJudge2024.com
A Deputy District Attorney for nearly two decades, Christmas Brookens is also a decorated Navy vet and now a candidate for LA County Superior Court Judge, seat 115. She is a graduate of UC Berkeley and Pepperdine School of Law. Endorsed by both the Association of Deputy District Attorneys and the LA County Federation of Labor, Brookens says she hopes "that while we fight to transform systems we don't lose sight of the rule of law." www.ChristmasforJudge.com
Tracey Blount is a civil lawyer with over 20 years of experience and she is a candidate for Judge of the LA County Superior Court seat 137. Blount was born and raised in Pasadena/Altadena She has worked in the County Counsel's office as a paralegal in the Sheriff's Advisory Division, a Legal Research Attorney for the San Bernadino DA and again at the County Counsel's Office practicing dependency law. www.TraceyBlountforJudge.com
Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is the Chair of the California Democratic Party Progressive caucus. She is a former STEM teacher from Watts, current mentor, a mother to a son with special needs and a community organizer running for Los Angeles County Party Central Committee. She is the Legislative Affairs Manager for California Environmental Voters.IG: @FatimaIqbalZubair
DA George Gascon is the former District Attorney for the City & County of San Francisco and former Assistant Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department. Los Angeles' incumbent District Attorney, Gascon is seeking re-election to modernize LA's criminal justice system. He served in the U.S Army, and graduated from Cal State Long Beach. Gascon got a job as a patrol officer in the Hollywood division of the LAPD eventually working his way up the ranks to Assistant Chief. He was named as one of the top 100 lawyers in California by the Daily Journal. He was elected as LA's 43rd DA in November of 2020. He has ben endorsed by the L.A. Times and the LA County Federation of Labor.www.GeorgeGascon.org
Attorney Nathan Hochman is a former federal prosecutor, U.S. Assistant Attorney General and LA Ethics Commission President. He is an attorney and general counsel in private practice specializing in criminal justice defense, taxes and representing victims of crimes as well as defending the constitutional rights of individuals and organizations against governmental overreach. He has been endorsed by Death Row Records Co-Founder Michael Harris and former DA Steve Cooley.www.NathanHochman.com
Dominique and the KBLA delegation on the phone lines share their thoughts on #LoveDay AKA Valentines Day, Usher's marriage, interracial marriage and the helicopter death of a Nigerian banker and his family. We also put the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight on Nkita Pet Grooming a Black-owned, all natural line of luxury pet essentials. Its creator Emeka Moca joins us.www.nkita.store www.dominiquediprima.com
Dr. Anthony Browder is an author, publisher and cultural historian. He is a graduate of Howard University's College of Fine Arts and has lectured extensively throughout the United States and five continents. On this podcast we explore the white-washing of Black History, the importance of ancient Egypt (Kemet) in African history and the pioneering work of historian and world traveler Runoko Rashidi.Facebook: Anthony Browder
John Yi was born in KoreaTown, his parents immigrated from South Korea in the 1970's John is the Executive Director of Los Angeles Walks a pedestrian advocacy nonprofit. While working at the American Lung Association, John helped pass the tobacco tax (Prop 56). He works with our families, seniors, and students to create safer streets and improve mobility for pedestrians and transit riders.www.johnforassembly.com
Sharon Ransom has spent 18 years as a Deputy District Attorney and 17 years as a dispatcher for the LA County Sheriff's Department. Raised in South LA, battling cancer and pursuing a law degree while raising her daughter speaks to her resilience. Your election information station continues to bring you insightful conversations with candidates on the March 2024 ballot. www.sharonransomforjudge.com
Isa Cespedes is an expert producer with a passion for using sense memory to transform environments that spark cross-cultural connection and foster continued conversation. Originally from Oakland, Isa strives to preserve the rich tradition of the Black Arts movement bringing socio-political dialogue for her work. Isa has produced events with such companies as Airbnb, Instagram, Slack, Pinterest, Refinery 29 and Square. Find Isa on all social platforms: @chavelacongri
Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson proudly represents the Eighth District of Los Angeles and chairs the city's Planning Land Use and Management Committee. Within his first 18 months in office he authored Proposition HHH, a 1.2 billion bond for permanent supporting housing. IG: MHD.LA2024
Heather Hutt currently serves as the Councilwoman for the Tenth District. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Hutt is the first woman in history and the first Black woman to be appointed as a voting member for the district. She recently worked as State Director for then-Senator Kamala Harris. www.HeatherHutt.com
It’s an election season open mic, as we issue a call for all candidates to have their five minutes of fame on KBLA Talk 1580 in order to pitch the voters. Rene Grace Rodriguez (LA County Central Committee), Jerlene Tatum (Long Beach School Board), Michelle Chambers (Senate District 35) and Laura Richardson (Senate District 35) answer the call.www.RenayGrace.com FB: JerleneTatumLBUSD www.MichelleforCalifornia.com www.Laura4Senate.com
Life Coach, Yoga Teacher, Meditation Instructor Saharah Ali shares a guided meditation and affirmation along with a brief astrological insight on Mars in Aquarius. www.SaharahAli.com
Jasmyne Cannick is a strategist, award winning Gen X journalist and on air contributor known for her incisive commentary on politics, race and contemporary social issues. Her unique perspective, grounded in both journalism and cultural sensitivity, has earned her accolades and respect across diverse audiences.www.Iamjasmyne.com www.vote4jasmyne.com
The phone lines are open as the conversation flows, with reactions to our Freedmen Fridays discussion with activist Dawn Alston Paige and the week's headlines. From the Dred Scott decision to Biden's mental acuity...We are all over it.www.dominiquediprima.com
Dawn Paige Alston is the founder of Concerned Black American Citizens, Inc. She is a Black American who traces her lineage back to 1721 in Virginia and 1830 in South/North Carolina. Training and educating organizers and communities on how to advocate effectively for policy and federal reparations is the mission of CBAC, Inc. www.cbacusa.org
Public policy advocate and KBLA contributor Ed Sanders takes on Super Bowl favorites and controversies, the LA County District Attorney's race, Biden's popularity challenge, Attorney Christopher Darden's quest to become a judge, what real public safety looks like and the crucial issue of water management.www.groundswellforwater.com
Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney with a specialty in criminal defense since 1994 She is the Executive Director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI). On this podcast Dominique and Nana look at the recently failed immigration reform bill, the alleged crisis at the border, the reality vs. perception of asylum law and the way forward for Black immigrants and Black Americans.www.Baji.Org
LAPD has an interim Chief - Dominic Choi - we speak on that and other trending topics.www.dominiquediprima.com
Nilo Vega Michelin is an El Camino College trustee, teacher, attorney and community advocate. Raised by a single mother, Nilo has experienced the struggles of working class families in District 35. He is of Costa Rican, Italian, and Argentine descent. He wants your vote for California State Senate District 35. www.NiloMichelin.Com
Alex Monteiro has a BA and MA in Education and Counseling. He is a Hawthorne City Council Member and the Chief Administrator for the South Bay Universal Child Development Center “The Castle”, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing early childhood education to our children of Hawthorne.. He is a native of Cape Verde Islands who immigrated to the United States 35 years ago. www.monteiro4statesenate2024.com
Dominique & listeners on the phone “cover local politics like a blanket.” www.kbla1580.com
Greg Akili AKA Baba Akili AKA Akili is the founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute and a lead organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. He is a longtime activist and political strategist who is running for California State Assembly District 57. www.Akili4thePeople.com
Ysabel Jurado is a tenants rights attorney, affordable housing activist, single mom, daughter of undocumented Filipino immigrants, lifelong Angeleno and she is a candidate to become the next Council member for Los Angeles' District 14. www.ysabeljurado.la
Michelle Chambers grew up in a union household and later became a member of AFSCME. A mother and grandmother, most recently Chambers served as External Affairs Manager for the California Department of Justice and California Attorney General Rob Bonta. Previously she served as a Compton City Councilmember. Now, Michelle is running for State Senate District 35. https://www.michelleforcalifornia.com/meet-michelle
Crowns and Hops is a Black-owned brewery in Inglewood, CA, whose mission is to create cultural equity in the craft beer space. It’s a Wealth Building Weds and Teo Hunter & Beny Ashburn, owners, are in the spotlight. Teo Hunter is a craft beer connoisseur, recipe designer, brand community manager and activist for racial equity in the craft beer industry. Beny Ashburn, CEO and Co-Founder of Crowns & Hops Brewing Co. started her career in advertising & brand marketing as a successful Executive Producer and Creative Strategist for some of the top ad agencies and brands around the world i.e. Ogilvy and Beats By Dre. Find their tasty brew at Whole Foods, Bevmo or local eateries. Or you may order it online at Craft Shack. https://crownsandhops.com www.craftshack.com
From the Grammy Awards to the ongoing impact of the deadly atmospheric river storm hitting SoCal to the high speed police chase in Fontana that left three teenagers dead, Dominique puts a progressive lens on left coast issues.www.dominiquediprima.com
A quick check in with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on the torrential rain prompting a state-of-emergency citywide.www.emergency.lacity.gov
KBLA is your election information station. On this podcast we offer a getting-to-know-you conversation with Defense Attorney/Judge pro tem Malik Burroughs who is running for Seat #48.www.MalikBurroughsforJudge.Com
KBLA is your election information station. On this podcast we offer a getting-to-know-you conversation with a candidate for LA County Judge - Defense Attorney Ronda Dixon for Seat #39. www.RondaDixon4Judge.Com
Mario Van Peebles is an actor, director, producer and activist. His latest film "Outlaw Posse" is the closing night feature at the 2024 Pan African Film Festival running 2/6 - 2/19. Ayuko Babu is the co-founder of The Pan African Film Festival which showcases Black-centered movies from all over the world. The festival is now in its 32nd year and is offering 210 films, panels, parties and a massive African art show. www.PAFF.Org
KBLA Talk 1580 joined forces with Evitarus public opinion research firm to survey Black/African American likely voters. The research focuses on public safety in general and the LA County District Attorney's race in particular. On this podcast award-winning journalist and Democratic strategist Jasmyne Cannick joins Dominique to unpack the data and get a handle on what the numbers mean for the current election and the political leanings of Black Angelenos.www.Vote4Jasmyne.com www.Evitarus.Org WWW.KBLA1580.Com
Jennifer Trichelle-Marie Williams tells us why she deserves our vote for California Senate District 35. Commissioner Jennifer Trichelle-Marie Williams is a small business owner, CPA, and serves on the LA County Citizens’ Economy and Efficiency Commission. www.Jennifer4Senate.Com
Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, sound healer, astrologer Saharah Ali sets the tone and raises our vibration for the week ahead. On this podcast we explore what it means to be present and be change agents.www.SaharahAli.com
Shakari Byerly is a partner and principal researcher at Evitarus, the public opinion research firm commissioned by KBLA Talk 1580 to conduct a poll among LA County's Black/African American "likely voters." Ms. Byerly joins Dominique to find greater meaning and share the methods and insights that were part of this ground-breaking survey of Black people by Black people using scientific standards and practices. What does it mean for policy around public safety? And how does it impact the all-important LA County District Attorney's race.www.evitarus.org www.KBLA1580.Com
Dulce Vasquez is a candidate for the California State Assembly in District 57. She was born in Mexico and at a young age her parents brought her to the U.S. She spent her childhood cleaning mansions with her mom. She graduated from public schools and now works in education at University of Arizona's California offices. Ms. Vasquez says she will fight to increase affordable housing, make the minimum wage a living wage, protect legal abortion and end gun violence in our communities. She was tapped to run for the seat by its current occupant Assembly member Reggie Jones-Sawyer.www.DulceVasquez.Com
Dayme Arocena is an Afro-Cuban jazz vocalist, composer, arranger choir director and band leader. Born and raised in Havana, Dayme Arocena combined her intensive conservtoire training with an upbringing grounded in Cuba's own musical foundations. In 2019 she released Sonocardiogram on the Brownswood label, celebrating the rich elements of Afro Cuban culture and Lukumi spirituality, the album was met with resounding critical applause. Her latest project is called Alchemy and is set for release in February of 2024.IG: @DaymeArocena
Kamm Howard is a Chicago businessman and renowned reparations activist. Mr. Howard worked closely with Congressman John Conyers and is an advocate of the federal reparations bill - HR40. He is the former National Male Co-Chair of N'Cobra (The National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America.) He recently founded a new organization called Reparations United and is calling on both parties to act now to "earn the Black vote" by taking action for reparations before the 2024 election.www.earntheblackvote.net
Corrine Bailey Rae is a singer/songwriter, guitarist and producer. She is a two-time Grammy-award winner and dropped her fourth album - Black Rainbows - in September of 2023. On this podcast Corrine speaks on her latest work, her historical research and inspirations and her artistic philosophy.IG: @corrinebaileyrae
Labor advocate and activist Sherri Bell joins Dominique in the studio to look at all things union, the tech moguls hearing, the return of the child tax credit, Nicki v. Megan, Fani Willis's legal troubles, Trump's shady campaign cash shenanigans and more.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio
Dominique speaks on the follow up to the California Reparations Task Force study by the CA Legislative Black Caucus. We take a preliminary look at the proposals, the momentum and the state of our political will. The struggle to close Men's Central Jail and the LA County Board of Supervisors latest proposal to do so is also in the spotlight,www.dominiquediprima.com
Renowned scholar Dr. Gerald Horne speaks on national and international issues from the proposed impeachment of the Homeland Security Secretary to South Africa's accusing Israel of genocide at the UN. From the Texas border to Angola Dr. Horne highlights underreported and little understood stories.www.KBLA1580.com
Clint Carleton is a candidate for the LA County Board of Supervisors District 2. He is Founder and CEO of Safe Squad Inc a safe online platform for children. He is the former Director of Homeless and Housing for Councilwoman Traci Park. He spent several years working for the Los Angeles Dream Center, an organization providing free services, housing and recovery.www.carlton24.com
Roni AKA Poet Roni Girl is the founder of the classic Black-owned brand Happi Nappi wear. Her designs have been worn by celebrities including Tabitha Brown, DoodleBug of Digable Planets and Tre of the Pharcyde. Her latest creation is a line of Army Couture jackets celebrating Black history and Black excellence. She is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight.IG: @PoetRoniGirlBrand
Daphne Bradford wants your vote for the 2nd District seat on the LA County Board of Supervisors. She is a lifelong resident of the district. She is a former educator and an entrepreneur. President Barack Obama honored Daphne as a Champion of Change Connected Educator in 2013. She was an organizer for the Stop the 90 Freeway Teardown! movement. www.daphnebradford.com
Dominique parses local west coast issues including the San Bernardino murders to the Super Bowl.www.dominiquediprima.com
Andre Spicer is a City Councilmember for the City of Compton and a serial entrepreneur. On this podcast he talks about his plans for the City of Compton, his views on election 2024 and the real story of why mega producer Dr. Dre donated $90K for his future endeavors. IG: @andrespicer.district2
Rhonda A. Haymon is a native Californian, a Delta and a Tuskeegee graduate. She is a Deputy Public Defender and teaches a Southwestern Law School. She is running to be an L.A. County Superior Court Judge in Seat #12.www.RhondaHaymon4Judge.Com
The judicial slate known as The Defenders of Justice stop by the studio for individual interviews meant to give us insight for the upcoming election.LaShae Henderson served as a bilingual lawyer for the LA County Public Defender for 18 years. She is currently in private practice and teaching Juvenile rights as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University. She is running for Seat #97www.LaShae4Judge.com
George Turner is a father, husband and public defender born and raised in the City of Inglewood. He is the supervising public defender of the mobile homelessness unit. He is running for Seat #39. He is part of the judicial slate known as The Defenders of Justice.www.GeorgeTurner4Judge.com
Erika Wiley has worked as a deputy public defender for more than 20 years in Los Angeles representing clients in criminal cases with charges ranging from misdemeanors to capital crimes. She is running for Seat #48. She is part of the judicial slate known as The Defenders of Justice.www.WileyforJudge.Com
Dominique goes in on Cali topics with the help of the KBLA Delegation on the phones. Open borders? Human trafficking? Community violence? Freedmen Fridays? All that and more in is the convo.www.dominiquediprima.com
Dominique goes solo and hits up the phones to take on pressing global issues. Will Biden's position on Israel cost him the election? Will the pastors be able to do what young people and progressives have failed to do so far? What does 16 tons of cocaine have to do with our disaster at the border? Why is Kenya trying to send cops to Haiti? Progressive takes on worldwide news.X: @DiPrimaRadio
Dominique talks with Attorney Dermot Givens whose home was raided by an LAPD SWAT team while he was working on a legal action on behalf of BLM Grassroots leader Dr. Melina Abdullah after her home was repeatedly swatted by LAPD. #swatted www.BLMGrassroots.org
Meditation instructor/yoga teacher and life coach Saharah Ali sets the tone for our week with her "Mindful Mondays" feature.www.SaharahAli.com
James Farr is the host of The Conversation Live and a writer for The Los Angeles Progressive. He lives and works in Pasadena. This podcast focuses on the latest controversy with the troubled Pasadena Police Department and a number of whistle-blowing officers. We also look at the regional races for state assembly as well as the LA County Board of Supervisors seat that is in play.www.LAProgressive.Com
Dominique and the KBLA Delegation unwind and unpack the issues and highlights of the Freemen Fridays guest and/or the topics of their choice.Twitter/X: @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Khaleef Alexander is an activist and organizer working in the reparations movement. He was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA and was one of the organizers behind the Juneteenth state and federal holiday. He testified at the California Reparations Task Force hearings and is part of the group of organizers that successfully won the creation of a Philadelphia municipal reparations initiative. IG: @Lucky_Leefy @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Political and Public Policy Strategist & soccer dad Ed Sanders joins Dominique to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna on the anniversary of their death. We also agree to disagree on how to decide who to vote for in the pivotal positions of DA and Judge.Twitter/X: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
McKoi Zeno is a makeup artist with over 20 years of experience. He currently works with Dior and as an independent MUA. Prior to Dior MkCoi was part of the Chanel team of artists. Mr. Zeno is also a naturopath having spent over a decade as Simply Wholesome Health Food's Herbalist-in-Residence. MkCoi also has a sea moss line and is a jewelry designer.IG: @acrystalpeace @diprimaradio
A Texas teen takes his school to court simply to be allowed to wear his locs. A judge in Beverly Hills is using a unique approach to force rich cities to build affordable housing. Dominique focuses on some uplifting headlines to cleanse your mental palletewww.KBLA1580.com
Black Lives Matter Grassroots Director, Dr. Melina Abdullah, warns us about a peculiar recent "fundraising" effort which is tricking people into thinking they are donating to the real Black Lives Matter (BLM Grassroots.) She also breaks down the lies and misinformation in a new hit piece from a conservative paper targeting her. The conversation also includes updates on current campaigns to end state-sanctioned violence, help impacted families and shares some calls to action. www.blmgrassroots.org
Aura Vasquez is an Afro-Latina Columbian immigrant and environmental justice advocate who is running for LA City Council in the 10th District. On this podcast we get to know her and take a look at her plans for one L.A.’s most diverse areas.www.auraforthepeople.com
Dominique unpacks local stories with a progressive lens to bring you the real-real behind the spin. www.dominiquediprima.com
Talk radio phone lines are open and we start out talking about the New Hampshire Republican primary and a caller's personal journey plus our feature on Black-owned salad purveyor Toss It Up sparks a discussion on nutrition, exercise and other forms of self care.www.dominiquediprima.com www.tossitupinc.com
Toss It Up Salads Founder Javonne Sanders is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. Her delivery on demand delicacies are also available at the farmers market and her company has a social impact goal of spreading well-being in urban food deserts. They are on Instagram at @TossItUpSaladswww.TossItUpInc.Com
Should police dogs be banned? Who is the best choice for Los Angeles District Attorney? Is slavery still alive in U.S. prisons? What does real justice reform look like?IG: @LincolnLawyerLA @diprimaradio
In 1998 Barbara Lee became the first woman elected to congress from her district. In congress she took on HIV/AIDS legislation. Congresswoman Lee is currently the co-chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus where she introduced the Marijuana Justice Act. Congresswoman Lee was famously the only member of Congress to vote against the war in Afghanistan, and in 2023 she was one of a small group of Democrats to vote against the massive U.S. military budget. On this podcast Congresswoman Lee speaks on her quest to become the next Senator from the state of California. www.BarbaraLeeforCA.Com
Sade Elhawary is an educator, organizer and foster parent. Born and raised in Los Angeles Sade has been involved in activism since she ran for Student Body President in elementary school. She has a BA from UCLA and a graduate degree from Harvard University. Elhawary worked for twelve years at the Community Coalition as a youth organizer and was the youth engagement campaign manager for Mayor Karen Basses successful campaign. www.SadeforAssembly.Com
Holly J. Mitchell is the Supervisor for LA County District 2. Within her first year in office Mitchell passed a landmark guaranteed basic income program and has anchored an equitable recovery plan from the health and economic pandemic caused by CoVid-19. She represents two million people From Manhattan Beach to Leimert Park, Culver City to El Segundo. On this podcast Supervisor Mitchell speaks on her motion to help save Martin Luther King Community Health Center and much more. www.hollyjmitchell.com
The CFA, the union representing 29,000 professors, coaches, lecturers and librarians, looks like it has ended its strike after just one day of its latest labor action. Dominique delves into the whys of that surprise resolution and other trending topics from vocational training in schools to the takedown of powerful Black women leaders like Claudine Gay, Marilyn Mosby and Fani Willis. www.dominiquediprima.com
Troy Maurice is a romantic comedy writer who is looking for a wife. Kerry Neal is the Chief Change Agent at Keepin' It 100 L.A. and the host of the Urban Birds & Bees podcast. This conversation centers the do's and don't of dating according to these two Black men. We also look at red flags in relationships, when is the right time to have sex and why men lie when it comes to love.www.K100LA.Org www.urbanbirdsandbees.com
Dominique has one-on-one conversations with candidates challenging incumbent DA George Gascon to lead the LA County Office of the District Attorney. Jeff Chemerinsky is an experienced United States Attorney. He served as Chief of the Violent and Organized Crime section of the U.S. Attorney's office in Los Angeles. He has never lost a case and he won convictions of more than 30 MS-13 gang members. www.JeffforDA.Com
Dominique has one-on-one conversations with candidates challenging incumbent DA George Gascon to lead the LA County Office of the District Attorney. Deputy District Attorney John McKinney has nearly 25 years of experience as a prosecutor including eleven years in the elite Major Crimes Division. He is currently the Deputy-In -Charge of the East L.A. office. www.McKinney4LA.Com
Dominique calls on the KBLA delegation to step up and support Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell's motion to fund the critically important work of Martin Luther King Jr. Community Health Center which provides quality service to 1.35 million residents of South Los Angeles - regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status. DiPrima also takes on a political/social analysis of the new Ava Duvernay film Origin and welcomes Saharah Ali for a special early bird edition of Mindful Mondays for the full moon in Aquarius.www.BOS.lacounty.gov www.SaharahAli.com
A lively discussion follows our weekly Freedmen Fridays segment. Callers weigh in on one of the most important issues of our time. https://oag.ca.gov/ab3121/report
Dr. Cheryl Grills is a clinical psychologist, she has been a professor at LMU for the past 34 years. Dr. Grills was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to the California Reparations Task Force and is one of the conveners of The Alliance for Reparations Reconciliation and Truth, a coalition of organizations in the reparations space working to foster progress on the recommendations of the CA Task Force.www.supportreparations.com https://oag.ca.gov/ab3121/report
Sherri Bell is an activist, union organizer and a KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique & Sherri analyze what's going on inside SoCal's paper of record, why billionaires are buying newspapers, what debt does big tech owe, and how do we protect boots-on-the ground journalists and the flow of reliable information in the era of social media. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dr. Jenn Jackson, PhD is a professor at Syracuse University and a columnist for Teen Vogue. On this podcast we take on the history of and modern iterations of Black feminism, we consider the riveting story of formerly enslaved abolitionist Harriet Jacobs and we look at today's shifting understanding of gender and identity.www.JennMJackson.Com
The phone lines are lit and Dominique is stirring the pot. A pinch of progressive analysis and a whole lot of media literacy is the recipe.www.dominiquediprima.com
Akili AKA "Baba" Akili AKA Greg Akili is the founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute and a lead organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. He has also worked as a campaign strategist and organizer for presidential candidates from Jesse Jackson to Barack Obama. On this podcast we touch on issues driving California's 2024 elections and how they specifically touch Black Americans.www.Akili4ThePeople.Com
Marie Deary is has an MBA from UCLA and is a graduate of Stanford University. She is the founder of Wealth Management Financial Advisors. On this podcast she breaks down a new requirement for businesses that could cost you $10,000 and two years in jail if you fail to comply. We also look at steps small and Black-owned enterprises can take to more effectively build wealth.www.wealthmanagementlb.com www.fincen.gov
We open the phone lines for freewheeling dialogue on everything from how progressives ought to update their positions on immigration to reviews of "The Book of Clarence." www.KBLA1580.com
Jessica McConico AKA Jai Got Soul is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. We find out how she is using her podcast and platforms to educate Black folks on how to build wealth and her upcoming "Master Your Money" challenge. www.BlackMoneyMattersSoActLikeIt.Com
What is an abundance mindset? Is creativity the opposite of scarcity? Are we less compassionate than we used to be especially in regards to the unhoused? Are law enforcement canine units a remnant of slave-catchers? Is your earthquake kit up to date? Dominique & Miles Low go in on an array of free flowing topics.IG: @mileslowmusic @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Joe Michael Nickson spent 17 years in federal prison, where he co-founded his ad agency along with partner Vincent Bragg who he met in lock up. Now they are taking Park Avenue by storm working with major corporate players like Adidas, Google and Meta. On this podcast Nickson who is affectionately known as "The Idea Man" speaks on his journey from convicted bank robber to successful creative executive and shares some concepts and secrets that might help you.www.ConCreates.Com IG: @ConCre8tes @joemichaelideaman
Jarrett Hill is an award-winning journalist, professor and artist who has contributed to The New York Times Variety and NBC News. He is the author of the book " Historically Black Phrases." On this podcast we unpack the Iowa caucuses and the Emmy Awards with a progressive and Black-centered lens. @JarrettHill www.historicallyblackphrases.com
Dominique DiPrima is an Emmy, GRACIE and Iris award winning radio host and journalist. She is also an activist, a producer, a writer and a mom. On this podcast Dominique exposes the useless talking points that we endlessly repeat, the dangers of underestimating Trump (again,) and the lessons California and the left coast can take away from Iowa. www.dominiquediprima.com
Former LA Sheriff's Deputy Andrew Lyons pleaded to two felonies and will do 30 days in county jail, lose his peace officer's certification and his pension for killing Ryan Twyman in 2019. On this podcast Chiquita Twyman memorializes her beloved brother and shares the inside story of the quest for a measure of justice for #RyanTwyman.
We kick off the hour with a guided meditation and affirmation by yoga instructor/life coach Saharah Ali (www.saharahali.com ) We continue the convo with thoughts on the Iowa caucuses, Netflix "Rustin," America's move towards authoritarianism and KBLA's historic Climate Justice initiative.
Megan Castillo is an activist and organizer who was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles. She is active with Reimagine L.A. and Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast we take on LAPD Chief Michel Moore's tarnished legacy and the truth behind his sudden resignation. We do an inventory of recent wins for social justice in the spirit of celebration and justice on Martin Luther King's Bday.Instagram: @MeganJade @Reimagine_LA @BLMLosAngelesFirst Things First w/Dominique DiPrima Streams Live Weekdays 6AM-9AM PDT
The phone lines are open and the convo is fire. On this podcast we unpack last hour's Freedmen Fridays discussion and take a hard look at global, local and national issues of impact.www.dominiquediprima.com
Friday Jones AKA Khansa Muhammad is a reparations advocate and educator. She is the co-facilitator of the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants. On this podcast we talk race-based vs lineage formulas for reparations, funding for reparations organizing, the importance of terminology and the possibility of the establishment of a Freedmen's Bureau. www.NAASD.Org
Lawrence Ross is the author of "The Divine Nine: The History of African American Fraternities and Sororities" and "Blackballed: The History of Race on America's Campuses." Mr. Ross is co-founder of the creative space The Metaphor Club in South Los Angeles. On this podcast we touch on how to handle white supremacists online and on campus and much more.www.TheMetaphorClub.Com
Iconic Civil Rights icon Reverend James Lawson is one of the world's preeminent scholars on the use of non-violence to foster political change. He trained and organized with activists including John Lewis, Diane Nash, James Bevel and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On this podcast Rev. Lawson speaks on his life, his philosophy of non-violence, the modern movement, the way forward in Gaza and his decision to award the SoCal SCLC's inaugural James and Dorothy Lawson Award to former supervisor Dr. Mark Ridley Thomas and Mrs. Avis Ridley Thomas.www.SCLC-SC.Org
The phone lines are open and we take on the hot button issues of today. What do we do about illegal street racing? What's the point of the Republican debates? Why should we care about Hunter Biden? Are academics losing their right to free thought and discourse? Why are some Republicans rooting for Trump's demise? www.dominiquediprima.com
Pastor Cue AKA Stephen Jn-Marie AKA DJ Cue formerly of The College Boys is the leader of The Row - known as the church without walls. He is the Executive Director of Creating Justice LA and a member of C.L.U.E. On this podcast he speaks on his non-profit's quest to buy The People's Market in Skid Row from a Korean family who have come to be allies and friends of the movement, his worker-owned Hip-Hop Smoothie Shop, the Peace and Justice Healing Centers and the business structures he is implementing as alternatives to capitalism. www.CreatingJustice.LA
On this podcast Dr. Abdullah updates us on the latest in the legal battle between the real Black Lives Matter and the BLM GNF reportedly led by unscrupulous consultants who have executed a hostile takeover of movement resources and platforms. The campaigns for justice for #NianiFinlayson #StevePerkins and the 215 unnamed persons found in shallow graves behind a Mississippi jail are also in the conversation along with concrete actions you could take right now.www.BLMGrassroots.Org
Los Angeles City Councilmember Heather Hutt speaks on her dedication of the Reverend James Lawson Mile and her quest to counter the erasure of Black History with street namings and commemorations. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rev-james-m-lawson-dedication-tickets-789578469457?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete&_gl=1mu0wua_up*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnfmsBhDfARIsAM7MKi1z8ESzuL0L-Yj4kJ0RDC40YBMguG8BOME9ZOYr3SBBQ7wdX_5eJYUaAoo8EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
Entrepreneur, activist Apryl Simms shares an exciting new aspect of her beloved fresh juice company - Apryl’s Life in a Bottle. www.AprylsLifeinaBottle.Com
Ingrid Merriweather is the President and CEO of Williams Merriweather and a member of the LA Infrastructure Forum. William Jackson is the President and owner of Global Electric. On this podcast they get down to specifics about how Black-owned, BIPOC and small businesses can get in on the big money flowing in California to build infrastructure. They offer clear steps, resources and methodology to get you enterprise ready to bid on projects and win and even where to find support to get the contract successfully to completion once you land itwww.LADEVCON.Com www.imwis.com https://www.rampla.org/s/
"Freeway" Ricky Ross talks about his days in the dope game, his penitentiary years, his road to literacy and life as a serial entrepreneur. Ross also shares the latest on his record label, his 33 years as a vegan and his licensed Sunland caannabis dispensary - Freeway Rick's.www.FreewayRickyRoss.Com
Dominique is on one and the phone lines are hot...Almost as hot as 2023 - the warmest year on record. Climate justice, the unnatural disaster that is the 2024 elections and the truth behind the E. Jean Carroll sex assault claims are just a few of the topics lighting up this podcast.www.dominiquediprima.com
Adbul Malik Sayyid Muhammad AKA Minister Tony is the Western Regional Representative of the Nation of Islam. Here Minister Muhammad shares his message and spiritual guidance for the year ahead. You may find him preaching and teaching every Sunday at 11AM at 8031 Vermont Ave in Los Angeles, CA. On this podcast Minister Muhammad unapologetically weighs in on global, historical and local issues.www.KBLA1580.com
"A healer in every family, a wellness center in every home" That is the motto of holistic healer, author and green food pioneer Queen Afua. On this podcast she shares knowledge on simple things we can do to feel better, look better and do better. www.QueenAfua.Com
Newsmax Commentator and GOP elected official Melanie Collett brings her MAGA talking points to the KBLA conversation. On this podcast she shares why she doesn't believe in systemic racism or sexism and why she feels individualism is the way forward for Black people.Twitter/X: @NJGOPDiva @diprimaradio
Life Coach, Yoga Teacher, Astrologer and Meditation Instructor Saharah Ali speaks on a planetary transit never known in human history and another one we haven't seen since the 1800's and why it means it's the season of things done in the dark coming to light. Dominique & the delegation weigh in on Hollywood's seismic shifts from the Golden Globes, to Katt Williams and beyond.www.SaharahAli.com
Pastor William Smart is the CEO of the SCLC of Southern California. On this podcast we look at equity in Hollywood, update the case of Dr. Mark Ridley Thomas and talk about the latest coronavirus surge. In addition Rev. Smart shares the numerous celebrations and commemorations for MLK month in Southern California including the unveiling of an award named after iconic civil rights leader Reb. James Lawson. . (213) 268-3082www.SCLC-SC.Org
Do we really know the harms of slavery? What is the role of the prison industrial complex in perpetuating the injustices of chattel enslavement? Is the busing and dumping of immigrants human trafficking? Is Biden the leader who will leave Black Americans in the best position following the election? Was the ostracization of Harvard President Claudine Gay an intellectual lynching? Who should get reparations from slavery?www.KBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
The California Black Power Network was one of the organizations selected to build community engagement for the Golden State's groundbreaking Reparations Task Force. On this podcast he weighs in on the task force process, their recommendations and what's needed to keep the momentum going. Cosney makes the case for who he believes should receive reparations, his concerns around a lineage-based model, why he may not support a California Freedmen's Bureau and how to bring home the deliverables to Black people.www.BlackPowerNetwork.Org
What's ahead for the labor movement in 2024? When a city like Inglewood California experiences massive development and an influx of infrastructure dollars how do we make sure workers get their fair share? Dominique & Sherri are on one about everything from public money, to comedian wars to the honoring of Rev. James Lawson.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dominique and the KBLA callers get real about the stuff everyone is talking about.www.KBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Is progressive D.A. George Gascon in trouble in the March primary? Why don't Black people have decision making authority in the Democratic Party? Will voters overturn prop 47? What is the right solution to retail crime? Journalist, CA Democratic Central Committee candidate and advocate Jasmyne Cannick joins Dominique DiPrima for a spirited convo.IG: @jasmyne @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dr. Monica Soni gives us the ABC's of getting health insurance (open enrollment deadline is 1/31/24.) There's more money available than you think and there are more reasons to sign up than you probably know. For info call (800) 300-1506www.coveredca.com
The phone lines are open and the hot button topics are flying. Are Presidents above the law? Was the pushing out of Dr. Claudine Gay as Harvard President racist? Do Black businesses belong in Beverly Hills? Can I be fired for cannabis in my system from before I got the job?www.KBLA1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Dr. Traci Williams shares her secrets for organic, holistic beauty through nutrition, well being consciousness and her proprietary organic skincare products.IG: @BeverlyHillsSkinCoach @KBLA1580
Dominique, Miles Low and the KBLA Delegation weigh in on a slew of topics important to the Pacific side of town. We take on left coast issues with a progressive, intergenerational spin.IG: @MilesLowMusic @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Chief Ayanda Ifadara Clarke is a Babalawo and Egungun Priest (Ancestral specialist). He is also a GRAMMY® Award-Winning Master Percussionist. On this podcast he welcomes 2024 with a West African Yoruba perspective on well-being, balance, cycles of life and the year ahead. African roots of hip-hop and an innovative new collaboration opening off-Broadway are also covered in the conversation.www.TheFadaraGroup.com www.syncingink.org
The KBLA callers go off. California’s Governor has approved healthcare coverage for undocumented immigrants. Will it hurt the unhoused? Is it a setback for reparations? Is it fair to tax paying citizens? We take on these and other important topics with open dialogue on hot button issues.www.KBLA1580.com
Khansa Jones-Muhammad, better known as Friday Jones,is a reparations advocate and educator. KJ is the VicePresident of the Los Angeles Reparations AdvisoryCommission, appointed by former Mayor Eric Garcetti,President and Co-Facilitator of the National Assembly ofAmerican Slavery Descendants, founding steeringmember of a Coalition for a Just and Equitable California,anchor organization for the California AB3121 Task Force,and former Co-Chair and founding member of NAASD LosAngeles
Akili (affectionately known as "Baba" Akili) is the founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He is an organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. But Akili spent many years as a campaign organizer and strategist for mainstream democratic candidates including with the Obama campaign. IG: @Akili5454 @diprimaradio @kbla1580
Niele Anderson is a columnist and TV host of the Los Angeles Sentinel. She represents the Black owned paper Thursdays at 10:45A on CBS TV Los Angeles and she iis Director of News for the brand new Black owned television channel In the Black aunched by showrunner and entertainment executive James DuBose. IG: @nielela @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
She is a meditation instructor, a yoga teacher, an astrologer/numerolgist and a sound bath specialist. She joins us every monday to hellp us set our intention and vibration for the week ahead. For an appointment please call (213) 628-9783. www.saharahali.com
Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. Today he shares his brain power to illuminate the impact of Cop City in Georgia, the implications of Russia’s drafting of Cuban soldiers, what the dissarray of the Wagner group means for Africa, the police killing of Ta’Kiya Young and how it’s another escalation of anti Blackness and why the LA City Council is on the cover of the New York Times. https://books.google.com/books/about/Acknowledging_Radical_Histories.html?id=PGrvzwEACAAJ&source=kp_book_description
The phone lines are hot as listeners weigh in on everything from Gas prices to reparations…women’s rights to law & order. www.kbla1580.com
Former Community Coalition organizer and redistricting commission coordinator Rob Battles joins Dominique to break down everything from The State of Black L.A. to Supervisor Holly Mitchell’s Racial Justice Learning Exchange to CoCo Gauff, to the advantages of learning Spanish for Black Angelenos and much more. Twitter: @rob_battles @diprimaradio @kbla1580
Karen Bass is the 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles and the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city's chief executive. With an agenda focused on bringing urgency, accountability, and a new direction to Los Angeles. A daughter of our city, Mayor Bass was raised with her three brothers in the Venice/Fairfax neighborhood and is a proud graduate of Hamilton High School. After serving as a front-line healthcare provider, Mayor Bass founded the Community Coalition to organize the predominantly Black and Latino residents of South L.A. against substance abuse, poverty and crime.https://mayor.lacity.gov/
Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove is proudly representing California’s 37th Congressional District which covers a diverse area within Los Angeles County. Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove spent her career advocating for communities and families. In 2013, Rep. Kamlager-Dove was appointed to the Los Angeles County Commission on Children and Families and in 2015, she was elected to the Los Angeles Community College Board. Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove successfully ran for California State Assembly in 2018 and California State Senate in 2021.https://kamlager-dove.house.gov/
Why is Congresswoman Barbara Lee failing to garner Black support & what can she do about it? This and other important stories are on our radar. Dominique takes on the tricky moves the Trump campaign is making to help him win the nomination, Bidens soft polling among young voters, Latinos and Asians and more. Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey joins the convo for part of the hour.www.kbla1580.com
Dominique makes a strong case for how our (erroneous) assumptions about public safety drive our public policy choices and our votes. She also celebrates the heavenly bday of Eazy E with a few insider gems and chops it up with the KBLA delegation on the phone lines.www.dominiquediprima.com
MkCoi Zeno, an artist, Spiritualist, and Crystal jeweler has quite the range of expertise. He has certification as a yoga instructor, (Dr Goss Certified) iridologist, and Reiki healer... MkCoi worked at Simply Wholesome health food stores as the resident herbalist for 9 years. MkCoi Zeno is the owner and lead designer for A Crystal Peace fine jewelry with healing gemstones. He is the owner of Zeno Sea Moss Company. Mr. Zeno is a master herbalist and an expert on the healing properties of minerals and semi precious stones.IG: @MkCoiZenoWellness @ACrystalPeace @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
M. Corey Whitted discovered the health benefits of REAL cold pressed juices while working at his office in Larchmont Village, on the Westside of LA. The daily consumption gave him great energy, focus, and maintained an overall great health. After thorough research he discovered the real cold pressed methods and recipes. Crenshaw Juice Co. is an authentic cold pressed juice company producing batches of organic every morning. Pull up on the cart, Tuesday- Friday at 3860 Crenshaw Blvd. Saturdays, we are usually in Leimert Park on Degnan Blvd. They do private events, as well as studio/on set services.IG: @CrenshawJuiceCo @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dominique DiPrima and KBLA Contributor Ed Sanders (and Miles Low) get irreverent and analytical on everything from Spain’s Women’s Soccer controversy, to the Las Vegas Raiders to Enrique Tarrio’s lengthy sentence. It’s a progressive take on trending topics of the Left Coast.Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @MilesLowMusic @KBLA1580
The KBLA Delegation weighs in on the topic of reparations for Black Americans. The phone lines are hot, from the history of the efforts, to the present day movement, to where do we go from here? www.kbla1580.com
Pamela Denise Long is a 7th+ generation American, a contributor at Newsweek and political commentator featured on FOXNews, The Grio Politics, Breitbart, and more. Denise is National Coordinator for The Coalition of Concerned Freedmen™On this podcast we dismantle popular critiques and propaganda around reparations for Black Americans.Twitter: @PDeniseLong @CCF1865 @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
James Farr is the Host of The Conversation Live talk show, His featured columns on race and social justice can be read in LA Progressive and Culture Honey. Bradley C. Gage has been an attorney since 1985 and is a founding partner of Goldberg & Gage. He represents Officer Taisyn Crutchfield a Black woman member of the Pasadena Police Dept. who has been placedoon leave after she intervened to de-escalate the violent detention of a Black family by a fellow officer.IG: @AttorneyGage @JamesFarrLive @diprimaradio @kbla1580
Dr. Veronica Carey has taught in academia for the past 22 years. She is currently the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Chair of the Board of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions. Carey is Chair of the Academy for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association.Carey is the author of the Amazon Best Selling book Frame Your Degree: How to Avoid Pain while Seeking a College Degree.
Labor Organizer and Activist Sherri Bell joins Dominique to slice and dice the issues: from Guiliani’s stinging defeat in the defamation case of Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss to Donald Trump’s long time abuse of Black women, to the latest on whether Georgia Republicans will try to remove District Attorney Fani Willis. It’s a nutritious progressive recipe for news nuggets.
Denise Long is a contributor at Newsweek and political commentator featured on FOXNews, The Grio Politics, Breitbart, and more. Denise is National Coordinator for The Coalition of Concerned Freedmen™ Bio Rashid Littlejohn is a community leader, youth development advocate, Buffalo State College Alumni and the Founder of The Green Campaign INC. He founded New Negro Republic Lineage Society, an organization focused on federal reparations and uplifting the Negro American community.
Dominique & the KKBLA Delegation read between the headlines for a progressive take on hot button issues, like Measure ULA, what happened to the HH funds to house the unsheltered? How people Like Vivek Ramaswamy are profiting off anti-Blackness and who is the GOAT Michael Jackson or Beyonce?www.kbla1580.comwww.dominiquediprima.com
Kim Shuck is a series of increasingly silly proteins. Shuck served as the 7th Poet Laureate of San Francisco. She is the solo author of ten books and the editor, co-editor, assistant editor or edit-adjacent of a further ten. She holds an MFA in Fine Arts Textiles and often supplies cover art for her own work and that of others. Many things that you can find out about her online are true, some not so much. Her latest book is “Noodle, Rant, Tangent”, a collection of essays. She eagerly awaits her next book “Pick a Garnet to Sleep In”, which should be out Fall 2023. https://kimshuck.com/
Representative Angela Nixon was born and raised in Northwest Jacksonville on contaminated soil…Bused across the bridge throughout elementary because her neighborhood schools weren’t afforded the same resources other schools had. She lost her favorite cousin to gun violence by way of the school-to-prison pipeline. She considers it her mission as a Florida state elected official to stand up for people living in the conditions she came up in.. On this podcast she shares how she and we can fight white extremist domestic terror and its apparent accomplice Governor Ron DeSantis. www.floridaforall.vote
Indy Officinalis is a Los Angeles-based model who also finds ways to champion sustainability and healthy living. She is also an urban farmer empowering communities through access to land and food. She is the star of NatGeo’s new program, “Farm Dream.” https://indyofficinalis.com/
In 2019 Nakeisha “Moma Boo'' Scott started the nonprofit Live Yo Life which is geared to mentoring and counseling teen girls at risk with the main focus of giving to the youth what she needed in her life as she was going down the wrong path without support, positive guidance, and help. On this podcast four young women from the organization share their thoughts and aspirations: Beyonsy Bradford Co-Founder of LYL, Dawnyai Hardy, (24yrs old), assistant Director of LYL,, BreeZjae Scott, LYL Participant Senior in High School Class Of 2024 and Deodessy Johnson, LYL Participant, High School Graduate Class of 2023 offer a fresh perspective from Generation Z. www.liveyolife.org
Dr. Maria Uloko Maria Uloko, MD, is a urologist who specializes in comprehensive sexual health which includes the medical and surgical management of sexual health of ALL genders. Essentially if you have genitals, she can ensure they are healthy. Denise Pines is a longtime community health advocate and media pioneer, Pines is president of the Medical Board of California and serves on the Martin Luther King Community Hospital Foundation board. She’s the founder of WisePause Lifestyle Summit, a tour coming to Los Angeles September 9th for premenopausal women. www.wisepause.com
A delegation favorite, Dr. Gerald Horne puts on his attorney hat and gives insights on the unfair federal prosecution of MRT, the ripple effect of the political situation in Niger, and his take on the possibility of a return to the White house for you-know-who. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews and holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. His research has addressed issues of racism in a variety of relations involving labor, politics, civil rights, international relations and war. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjVGnzfhzLA
Nationally recognized legal authority and host of the popular drive time talk show “In Real Time with Areva Martin” on KBLA Talk 1580, joins the show to dissect the sentencing and what lies ahead for former City Councilman and longtime Los Angeles community leader Dr. Mark Ridley-Thomas.
Ayize is a Trained Functional Family Therapist & Professional Social Worker. He is also a certified Marriage & Aiyana is a Trained Psycho-therapist & Clinical Social Worker, and Marriage/Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. They were college sweethearts who have been together for twenty seven years and married for twenty. Social Media: @blackloveandmarriage @kbla1580 @diprimaradio
Dominique and the KBLA Delegation reflect on the terrible white nationalist exremist violence in Jacksonville Florida, 60 years since the March on Washington and what exactly constitutes progress for Black Americans. www.kbla1580.com
Saharah Ali is a meditation instructor, astrologer, life coach, yoga master and sound bath expert. On this podcast she leads us in a short guided meditation, an affirmation and she shares her astrological insights on six planets in retrograde. For an appointment for a reading or sound bath call (213) 628-9783. www.saharahali.com
Tim is a lifelong resident of South Central Los Angeles. Since gaining his freedom after 22 years of incarceration Tim has risen to the position of the LIVEFREE CA Director where he leads a statewide coalition of a diverse group of 20 Black-led organizations engaged in community-based violence reduction as well as state sanctioned violence reduction in the form of officer-involved shootings. www.livefreeca.com www.empowermentinitiative.org
Prior to becoming an attorney, Caree Harper was one of the most decorated police officers in the East Bay Area, achieving a "Marksman Medal" for shooting skills, and a "Lifesaving Medal" for diving into a canal of water, pulling out an unconscious driver & performing CPR until the victim was airlifted to safety. Ms. Harper was injured in the line of duty. She was re-trained to be a certified paralegal and worked for several law firms before law school. She passed the CA Bar Exam on the first attempt. On this podcast attorney Harper shares the startling details of the case of a woman who was attacked and thrown to the ground by a sheriff’s deputy while attempting to film the detention of her husband…And why this case is pivotal for anyone who films the police. www.careeharper.com
Dominique and the KBLA delegation celebrate the arrest of the former President and unpack the headlines and trending topics through a progressive lens. www.kbla1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast we chop it up with callers on everything from the new Kobe Bryant statue (should LeBron get one?) to how to start your own union. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
Dr. Regina Lark is a professional speaker and entrepreneur who holds a Ph.D in Women’s History from the University of Southern California. Her work in that field informs her third and most recent book, "Emotional Labor: Why a Woman’s Work Is Never Done and What to Do About It." Lark helps women rid their lives of emotional labor by offering concrete ways to identify and mitigate the costs of women’s unseen, unnoticed and unwaged work at home, in order to unleash women into the full potential in the paid workplace. www.reginalark.com
Dr. Melina Abdullah Director of Black Lives Matter Gassroots and Lead Organizer for BLMLA breaks down the recent decision by the Los Angeles City Couciil to offer a huge raise to LAPD officers, why they are on track for the deadliest year in history officer-involved killings and what Black Lives matter and you are meant to do about it. IG/Twitter: @BLMGrassroots
Juliet Udeochu was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, and is the middle child in her large Nigerian family. Her life experiences of being a Black woman born to immigrant parents and growing up in South-Central Los Angeles has shaped her passion for giving back to the less fortunate and her social entrepreneurial experience. Ms. Udeochu is VP of Community Managing for Chase, where she works with nonprofits, community leaders, and schools in Compton, Paramount, and Bell Gardens. This week Chase is teaming up with Byron Scott for a kids basketball camp that includes financial literacy coaching. www.chase.com
Alan Romero, a 2020 CAALA Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalist, is the principal and lead trial attorney at Romero Law. Mr. Romero presently serves as a Director-at-Large for the alumni associations of Southwestern Law School and California State University at Los Angeles, as well as on the Board of Directors of the Adelante Youth Alliance. James Farr is a Journalist, Producer, Film Documentarian & Member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). Farr is the Host of the award-winning The Conversation Live talk show, His featured columns on race and social justice can be read in LA Progressive and Culture Honey. www.romerolaw.com www.jamesfarrlive.com www.dominiquediprima.com
Austin Buetner is the former Superintendent of the LAUSD. He is an entrepreneur, and investment banker, a former Deputy Mayor of los Angeles and an advocate for arts in the schools. On this podcast we take a hard look at the response by the second largest school district in the nation to “Hurricane” Hilary. Twitter/X: @austinbeutner @diprimaradio @kbla1580
Itika Oldwine is the Founder of OldVine Florals a flower shop And a full service floral boutique in DTLA. They offer Los Angeles delivery as well as a luxury fragrance collection. For more infor email oldvineflorals@gmail.com www.oldvineflorals.com
Thomas A. Parham, Ph.D. is the 11th president of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), a highly diverse, metropolitan university primarily serving the South Central and South Bay areas of Los Angeles County. "Dr. P," as he is affectionately known, is a licensed psychologist with more than 40 years as a scholar and practitioner. On ths podcast Dr. Parham shares a new Cal State syste-wide study on how to better elevate Black learners. www.csudh.edu
Attorey Jaaye Person Lynne tackles the llegal side of these important tropics. IG : @lincolnlawyerla @diprimaradio @kbla1580
Jarrett Hill is an award-winning journalist, professor, and artist who’s contributed to The New York Times, Variety, NBC News, CNN International, and Channel Q, among others. He’s serving his second term as President of the National Association of Black Journalists’ of Los Angeles (NABJLA). www.jarrettthill.com
Dr. Erica is a licensed clinical psychologist, educator, trainer, community consultant and author from Los Angeles. She is locally known for her work with the Champions Clinic in Ingewood. Her latest book is Intimacy ≠ Sex: 180 activities to help couples connect. www.docerica.com
Dominique unacks national issues of importance, including how the fourteenth amendment may DQ Trump from returning to the White House, an update on the west African nation of Niger and an update on the lawsuit against the Buffalo white supremacist shooter. www.dominiquediprima.com
Saharah Ali is a meditation instructor, astrologer, life coach, yoga master and sound bath expert. On this podcast she leads us in a short guided meditation, an affirmation and she shares her astrological insights. For an appointment for a reading or soundbath call (213) 628-9783 www.saharahali.com
David Price serves as Director of Race & Equity for the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department. To report a hate incidennt or crime please contact cre@lacity.org To paticipate in the City of Los Angeles Reparations survey please visit www.Reparations4LA.Com
Money-B, is a rap artist and a member of the group Digital Underground. He is also a member of Raw Fusion with DJ Fuze. He has toured the world with DU and solo. He scripted the role and portrayed himself in the Tupac biopic All Eyez on Me. Mystic AKA The DU Goddess. She released her first solo album 20 years ago. In August, she released her third, titled Dreaming In Cursive: The Girl Who Loved Sparklers. She is a veteran hip-hop artist who has contributed vocals for the rap group Conscious Daughters, hosted her own podcast, and received a Grammy nomination. IG: @MoneyB69 @ThatGirlMystic @diprimaradio @kbla1580
His Majesty is the Abakomahene of Ahwerase-Akuapem in the Akuapem South Municipal Assembly of the Eastern Region of Ghana. Nana Semeshia Ohene Asah Krofa II holds a BSc.Horticulture at the Methodist University College Ghana. Nana Semeshia Ohene Asah Krofa II holds a BSc.Horticulture at the Methodist University College Ghana. The King is on a mission to bring unity on the continent of Africa and among Africa’s children whereever they may dwell. To hear the King speak at CSUDH 8/21 or Cal State LA 8/25 please call (626) 710-6676 or join him as he presides over the African Goodwill Awards 8/19/23 at the West LAX www.africanfocus.org
Labor organizer Sherri Bell and Dominique talk all things union in light of the WGA and SAG strikes and the global momentum for fair wages and working conditions. Homelessness, hip hop and a win for Montana young people in the battle to end the climate emergency are all in the convo. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio
Throughout the country there’s an agenda to ban books and restrict access to the truth. In Los Angeles, there is a push to support library services without changing the core role of the library system. As LA County Library Director, Skye Patrick manages the Library’s $165 million annual operating budget, and is responsible for the operation of the Library’s 87 community libraries, serving 3.4 million residents in a 3,000-mile area. In continued efforts to break down barriers and increase access, Patrick introduced the iCount equity initiative, which ensures that the Library services and programs address the needs of the diverse community it serves. https://lacountylibrary.org/
Candance Pilgram-Simmons and a partner opened All That & MORE Boutique, a women’s clothing and accessories store, in Culver City, California more than thirteen years ago. The boutique features contemporary fashions, accessories, handbags and men’s accessories for mature shoppers. She also takes consignments from fashion and jewelry designers. All That & MORE boutique is located at 10754 Jefferson Blvd Culver City, CA 90230 (310) 559-7332 www.allthatnmoreboutique.com
Members of the Southwest Mountain State Carpenters Union; Kyle Patterson, Wesley Crunk, & Corey Crockerham want you to know that there is a place and space for more African American men and women in the carpentry trade. As leaders of the effort to increase the presence of Black carpenters through the Brother’s Keeper and B.O.O.T.S. pre-apprenticeship programs, these brothers encourage anyone with a mindset to work and hustle to join the union. Your background and level of experience do not matter, they want to show you what it takes to stay in the trade.. https://swmscarpenters.org/
Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. On this podcast Saharah Ali breaks down the Black Moon, speaks on emotional management and leaves us with a powerful affirmation. (213) 628-9783 www.saharahali.com
Camille Friend, the renowned Oscar-nominated and award-winning Hollywood dynamo talks to Dominique DiPrima.
Los Angeles County Commissioner @lapublichealth @buildinglatoday Founder of Rambo House & TeleHealth Van Full-service Marketing and PR Agency Dion Rambo is on First Things First with Dominique DiPrima
Formed in 1967, the group comprises Richard Dedeaux, Father Amde Hamilton and Otis O’ Solomon . Anthony Amde Hamilton was the third American to be ordained as a priest of the ancient Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Hamilton, O’Solomon, and Dedeaux first met and collaborated at the Watts Writers Workshop, an organization created in the wake of the Watts Riots. Fusing music with jazz and funk roots with a rapid-fire, spoken word poetry, they created a sound that gave them a considerable local following. They were the first group to rap the word “rap” on an album Rappin Black in a White World released in 1970. Father Amde is the last surviving member of the group. In this podcast he shares their history and pulls no punches on poetry, hip hop and rap. www.wattsprophets.org
(Airdate 8/11/23) Luis Javier Rodriguez is the official Poet Laureate of Los Angeles. Luis is also a novelist as well as a community & urban peace activist, mentor, healer, youth & arts advocate, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He has 16 books in all genres (poetry, children's books, fiction, and nonfiction), including the best-selling memoir, "Always Running, La Vida Loca, Gang Days in L.A." His latest memoir is the sequel, "It Calls You Back: An Odyssey Through Love, Addiction, Revolutions, and Healing." His last poetry book is 2016's "Borrowed Bones". Luis is founding editor of Tia Chucha Press, now for over 30 years, and more than 20 years ago he co-founded with his wife Trini Tia Chucha's Centro Cultural & Bookstore in the San Fernando Valley. https://www.luisjrodriguez.com/ www.tiachucha.org
(Airdate 8/11/23) Felicia “The Poetess” Morris made her radio debut at the age of 5 years old on KDIA-AM, a soul station in the San Francisco Bay Area, where her father, Johnny Morris, was a popular disc jockey. Having a love for writing poetry, Ms. Morris, parlayed her poems to rap songs and landed a recording contract with Poetic Groove/Interscope Records, making her the first female rapper on Interscope. In 2014, Ms. Morris began her journey as an entrepreneur and is currently the owner of Morris Media Studios, a professional podcast and voice-over studio located in the historical Leimert Park in Los Angeles, California. www.morrismediastudios.com
(Airdate 8/11/23) Politics is usually the focus with one of our favorite contributors, but today is a whole Black history moment with Ed Sanders and Miles Low (on his bday) as we reflect on the legacy of hip hop culture on its 50th b-day. Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, electoral, community-based and business growth initiatives in both the private and public sector. He is a regular contributor to KBLA. Miles Low is a rap artist and is Production Coordinator for KBLA Talk 1580. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @MilesLowMusic @diprimaradio
(Airdate 8/10/23) “Love Letters to the Black Man” is the latest project from award-winning playwright and entrepreneur Shaneisha Dodson. She is the founder of Black Girlz Productions and Brilliant Girl, an online store featuring items like dolls, books, and puzzles.. https://thebrilliantgirl.com/
Social Media: IG: @Blkgirlz12 @the_brilliantgirl
(Airdate 8/10/23) Dominique dives deep into national headlines, unpacks unfair punishment of political prisoners, and shares her feelings on the legacy of Black August in the Black liberation movement.
(Airdate 8/10/23) Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is EnviroVoters’ Legislative Affairs Manager. In this role, she works with our elected leaders and stakeholders in the Capitol to pass transformative climate policy that will meet the urgency of this moment. www.Envirovoters.org
(Airdate 8/9/23) Assemblymember Chris Holden brings to the Legislature a lifetime of experience in public service and business garnered during his many years on the Pasadena City Council and the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority. He was first elected to the California State Assembly in 2012, and was overwhelmingly re-elected in 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020 from a district that stretches from Pasadena in the West to Upland in the East and includes the communities of Altadena, Monrovia, Claremont, San Dimas, La Verne, La Canada Flintridge, Sierra Madre and more. Holden currently Chairs the Assembly Committee on Appropriations. https://a41.asmdc.org/
(Airdate 8/9/23) Noma is co-founder of Queen’s Party Rental in Inglewood, California. Queen’s Party Rental is a Black-owned enterprise and is a one-stop shop for all your party needs, they offer rentals and event space. (424) 227-2034 or visit their event space at 967 North a Brea. https://queenspartyrental.wordpress.com/home/
(Airdate 8/9/23) Pastor Eddie Anderson Senior Pastor of McCarty Memorial Church joins Dominique to break down some of the most urgent issues facing Southern California. You are invited to his free Houseless Prevention Workshop for homeowners or Project Jubilee offering job skills, life skills and work for young people. http://www.mccartychurch.org/
(Airdate 8/8/23) Del Harrison or Del, as most people call her, is a stand up comedian, writer, actress, host, singer, song-writer, producer and an entrepreneur. DEL is the creator of Another Sketch Comedy Show. In 2005, Del was named one of the Best New Faces of Comedy at Jamie Foxx's Laffapalooza. She is executive producer of her own special “From the Mouth of a Black Woman '' now out on Prime Video and coming 8/11 to Sirus. On this rollicking podcast Del & Dominique go ham on trending topics. www.IAmDelHarrison.com
(Airdate 8/8/23) Project 21 member Michael Austin is a free-market economic consultant and president of Knowledge & Decisions Economic Consulting. During the Trump Administration, Michael was appointed as an advisor to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. https://nationalcenter.org/project-21/
(Airdate 8/8/23) Dominique questions prosecutors motives in throwing the book at MRT and the demand for remorse when a defendant has pleaded not guilty. Reflections on the tribute to Diane di Prima, an update on the L.A. city workers strike and the Alabama Riverboat incident are all featured. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 8/7/23) Venus Thomas is the founder of The Thomas Talent Agency in Los Angeles a Black Woman-owned firm representing actors in film and television. Ms. Thomas, who is now retired, represented big name talent along with character and commercial actors for 20 years. She has been happily married for 50 years. On this podcast she pulls no punches in looking at what works for her and her husband Leroy and the common mistakes she sees others making in marriage.
(Airdate 8/7/23) Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., is a spiritual architect who utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. She has been profiled on Lifetime Television, MTV, and BET, and has appeared as a guest speaker on satellite radio, KOST-FM, KJLH FM, KKBT-FM, Mega 100, KBLA Talk !580 and Power 106-FM. She is a certified yoga instructor, an astrologer, numerolgist, meditation teacher and sound bath expert. On this podcast she expands on her weekly short form segment to go deeper oon the art of mindfulness and self care. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 8/7/23) Oumarou Idrissa is from West Africa, Niger. Oumarou was inspired by his humble beginnings and journey through challenges that he was able to cope with by playing soccer. Rubbing shoulders with the stars through Uber driving has enabled him to build relationships that have been the foundation of Afrikicks. Priscilla Valldejulli is an Afrikicks Board Member who has worked extensively in the entertainment business. Their annual gala fundraiser is September 13th in Los Angeles and will be hosted by Akon. www.afrikicks.org/
(Airdate 8/4/23) From growing up in Chicago to gracing stages across the country in her one-woman play - there is no separation between the artist and the activist. Camille Yarbrough is a musician, actress, poet, activist, television producer, and author. She is best known for “Take Yo’ Praise,” which Fatboy Slim sampled in his track “Praise You” in 1998. “Take Yo’ Praise” was originally recorded in 1975 for Camille Yarbrough’s first album, The Iron Pot Cooker, released on Vanguard Records. Her children’s book, “Cornrows” published in 1979, was ahead of its time in promoting the acceptance of Black hair as a form of resistance to racism. Cornrows was reissued in April of 2023 and is just as relevant today. www.camilleyarbrough.com
(Airdate 8/4/23) Nationwide, more than 500,000 public-sector jobs are vacant, AFSCME’s research shows. The staffing shortage also means that public service workers are shouldering impossible workloads, leaving them exhausted. But AFSCME is fighting back. Lee Saunders is the president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO, with 1.4 million members in communities across the nation, serving in hundreds of different occupations – from nurses to corrections officers, child care providers to sanitation workers. He was elected at the union’s 40th International Convention in June 2012. Saunders, the first African American to serve as AFSCME’s president, was previously elected secretary-treasurer at the union’s 39th International Convention in July 2010. https://www.afscme.org/priorities/staffthefrontlines
(Airdate 8/4/23) This Sunday August 6th in the city of San Francisco at the Castro Theater, a plethora of artists, community leaders, and family will gather in celebration and tribute of the life and work of former Poet Laureate of San Francisco, and my mother Diane di Prima. This event is a labor of love and we are extremely grateful for the outpouring of support from the KBLA delegation and the many people who loved my mom and her work. Diane was a poet, playwright, activist, buddhist, feminist pioneer and author of more than four dozen volumes of poetry, prose and plays. Her work has been translated into twenty languages. https://gofund.me/0f0f2ec2
https://lasentinel.net/family-of-late-poet-laureate-diane-di-prima-celebrates-her-literary-legacy.html
(Airdate 8/4/23) Assemblyman Isaac Bryan returns in-studio and answers calls from the community about issues like local redistricting and supporting criminal justice reform policies such as Measure J. Isaac Bryan represents California's 55th Assembly District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, the Crenshaw district, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Del Rey, Palms, Pico-Robertson, Beverly Grove, Mid-Wilshire, and parts of South Los Angeles. In the Assembly, Isaac serves as the Majority Leader. He also serves as Chair of the Assembly's first Select Committee on Poverty and Economic Inclusion. In 2022, he was elected Secretary and Treasurer of the California Legislative Black Caucus. He is Vice Chair and a founding member of the Renters Caucus. SOCIAL MEDIA: https://twitter.com/Ib2_real https://www.facebook.com/IsaacGBryan
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary få(Airdate 8/3/23) The Descendants Project is leading the charge to recapture assets seized through racist and illegal means in Louisiana and enhance what we know as environmental justice through their work. Jo Banner is the co-founder and Executive Director of The Descendants Project, where she challenges systems, primarily legal systems that have exploited the descendants, such as herself, of those enslaved to plantations. She has spoken before the United Nations and participated in the first Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution. https://www.thedescendantsproject.org/ rom 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
(Airdate 8/3/23) Everyone seems to be piling on the former President regarding his legal woes…and we are here for it. The Oakland NAACP is calling for a public safety state of emergency. Do they still think we can incarcerate our way to safer communities? The delegation weighs in with some keen observations both locally and nationally.
(Airdate 8/3/23) Sherri Bell is a South L.A. Resident, and your Friendly Neighborhood Dorsey Don. Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate as former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center, Sherri worked alongside impacted Black workers on Campaigns to increase Black worker participation in the construction industry, and confront Black unemployment and underemployment in LA County. In addition she has worked on campaigns such as the ‘Raise the Wage’ campaign to get a $15 minimum wage in the city of Los Angeles, and a wage enforcement division to enforce wage theft, and the ban the box ordinance. She has continued her passion to educate and empower workers, through outreach, education, and training. SOCIAL MEDIA: IG: @sherri_de_la_ghetto @diprimaradio
(Airdate 8/2/23) Does the resolution around Bruce’s beach create momentum for reparations in California? What about other Black spaces that were stolen over the years? Decorated historian Dr. Alison Rose Jefferson has the receipts. Her exhibit at the California African American Museum, “Black California Dreamin’: Claiming Space at America's Leisure Frontier” from August 5, 2023 - March 31, 2024. Dr. Alison Rose Jefferson is a publicly engaged independent historian, heritage conservation consultant and a third generation Californian. Her research revolves around the history of the African American experience in Southern California during the twentieth century great migration and Jim Crow era, intersection with heritage conservation, spatial justice and cultural tourism. https://alisonrosejefferson.com/
(Airdate 8/2/23) The latest and most severe federal indictments against the former President have come down and his crimes are coming to light, but even with the mountain of evidence proving his guilt, will he ever be convicted? If the televised insurrection of January 6th wasn’t enough to prove his guilt, what will it take for the federal judiciary to hold him and his cronies accountable for trying to steal the election?
(Airdate 8/2/23) Founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute, longtime political activist, and candidate for the 57th Assembly District, Greg Akili connects the dots and breaks down why yesterday’s LA City Council decision to begin looking at ways to remove armed police from routine traffic stops is a huge step forward in saving Black lives. https://fannielouhamerinstitute.org/ https://akili4thepeople.com/
(Airdate 8/1/23) Touré is a writer, music journalist, cultural critic, podcaster, and television commentator. He was a co-host of the TV show The Cycle on MSNBC, and has been a contributor to CNN, BET and MTV2. He is the author of six books including Who’s Afraid of Post Blackness - What It Means to Be Black Now. His latest podcast entitled Star Stories drops today and is available on The Grio or wherever you get your podcasts. www.toure.com www.thegrio.com
(Airdate 8/1/23) Coming from the mean streets of Suburban New Jersey, Garrett Harvest has used his unique upbringing to fuel the opinions he shares on stage since his first time performing stand up in 2016. Garrett likes to describe himself as hardy, meaning able to withstand any conditions, and makes sure he portrays that through his actions. When Garrett isn't on stage screaming, kicking, and making folks feel guilty...you can find him in the gym...lifting whatever he can get his hands on, with hopes of gaining a great amount of pointless muscle. Be on the lookout for Garrett, the comedic entreprenegro...it may be your last chance. IG: @Garrett_Harvest
(Airdate 8/1/23) Today we are debunking the talking point that moving resources out of law enforcement and into community resources leads to higher crime…Understanding “defund the police…Unpacking why a judge upholding Measure J was a major victory for progressives and figuring out how to stem the flood of post pandemic evictions as the deadline for paying 18 months of back rent is today. www.stayhousedla.org
(Airdate 7/31/23) Ayize and Aiyana Ma’at, high school sweethearts, have been together for 27 years and married for 20. They are both licensed therapists and firm believers in the fact that if we, as human beings, want to have the kind of relationships and life that many only dream of – we must Stop Playing and Start Pushing ourselves to the next level. Social Media: @blackloveandmarriage
(Airdate 7/31/23) The campaign trail is heating up and Trump is already calling on Republican challengers to step aside to create a path to the Republican nomination and start paying off his legal fees…Black Republicans draw a line in the sand in opposition to the proposed reimagination of African American History being proposed in Florida - will they really stand up and defend the truth? A Mysterious death at Martha's Vineyard, how are the Obamas involved?
(Airdate 7/31/23) Saharah Ali founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., is a yoga teacher, astrologer and numerologist who utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Before developing the SAJI Yoga concept, Saharah had been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She holds multiple certifications: Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga, Yin Yoga, quantum yoga, yoga therapy, restorative yoga, as well as post- and pre-natal yoga. https://saharahali.com/about/
(Airdate 7/31/23) My partner in politics today is a familiar face and new member of the KBLA family Rob Battles. Rob is an activist, organizer, father, and lifelong resident of Los Angeles, by way of South Central. Rob gives us a breakdown of the latest developments in Hollywood; the strike is evolving, Jamie Foxx is NOT a clone, and all the celebrities were out in Vegas to catch the Crawford/Spence fight -- and the bottomline is…the heat is on. IG: rob_battles2 X: rob_battles
(Airdate 7/28/23) Comedian, actress, singer, dancer, and DGA Emmy nominated Director — Alycia Cooper was born with a mic in her hand. It was a medical miracle, and a sign that her mother either had an iron deficiency or desperately wanted Alycia to be a performer. The latter was true and it didn’t take long for Alycia's funny bone to take shape, after all, it was "connected to the knee bone," but she digresses. Today, Alycia is booking bigger acting gigs. She's a regular on the series, "Poz Roz" in the role of Michelle, she was Aunt Dee in the first Facebook sitcom, "Loosely, Exactly Nicole," she's in the films, "Headshop," "Do Not Be Deceived", and "Spiderman 3," She has been the opening act for some of the biggest names in the comedy game: Dave Chappelle, the late Dick Gregory, George Wallace, Paul Mooney and Tom Arnold.
(Airdate 7/28/23) Former Pres. You-Know-Who is in hot water…again. The fallout from the January 6th insurrection continues…Lock THEM up! Lock them UP!” Plus breaking news on Tyre Nichols and the Ohio cop who sicced a dog on a man with his hands up. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 7/28/23) Political pundit and Public Policy Specialist Ed Sanders Founder of ES Advisors helps us keep our eye on the ball with his point of view on Hot Labor Summer, the NBA, and the hottest issue of the summer; The Barbie Movie…hint; even Girl Dads have limits. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @KBLA1580
(Airdate 7/27/23) James J.Brosnahan, a member of the California Trial Lawyer’s Hall of Fame, is a federal prosecutor and a defense lawyer who has tried 150 jury trials. He was a senior partner at Morrison & Foerster, a preeminent 1,000-lawyer international law firm based in San Francisco. His latest book: Justice At Trial: Courtroom Battles and Groundbreaking Cases is out now. He has appeared on national radio and television including ABC, CNN, Fox News, National Public Radio, and PBS. https://www.amazon.com/Justice-Trial-Courtroom-Battles-Groundbreaking/dp/153817443X
(Airdate 7/27/23) Skipp Townsend, is the founder and CEO of 2nd Call, a violence reduction and reentry organization serving the greater Los Angeles area. He served as an executive board member of the Southern California Ceasefire Committee. Eugene Henley, affectionately known as “Big U,” is a world-renowned street legend, community activist, philanthropist, entertainment industry executive and owner of the record label Uneek Music. Tony Goodall AKA Big Tone also known as Minister Hanan, tells the story of how Fathers of the Community began in 2006. That organization, which includes men from different neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles County, will be hosting a Global Day of Compassion on Sunday, July 30 at locations throughout L.A. Social Media; IG: @theglobaldayofcompassion @BigU1 @skipptownsend_1 @2ndcall_SouthLA @developing_options
It is Black Women’s Equal Pay Day and Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at MomsRising, Monifa Bandele co-leads a national on-the-ground and online grassroots organization of more than a million people working to achieve economic security and justice for moms, women, and families. There, she directs the organization’s work on reproductive justice, maternal and children’s health, and criminal justice reform--including ending the school-to-prison pipeline, successfully winning better practices and policies at the federal, state, and local levels. Monifa sits on the policy table leadership team for the Movement for Black Lives (M4BL). https://www.momsrising.org/blog/users/monifa-bandele Social Media: @momsrising
(Airdate 7/26/23) Gerald Garth has led health equity work for over ten years, previously serving as Chief Operations Officer of AMAAD and Manager of Prevention and Care with the Black AIDS Institute (BAI). He most recently served as the first Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Los Angeles LGBT Center. He leads work with the African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Initiative (AAIMM) and serves as co-chair of the Black Caucus of the Los Angeles Commission on HIV. Other roles Garth has held are faculty of the CRIBB Fellowship through NAESM and founder of BLAC (Black LGBTQ+ Activists for Change). Garth is also the President of LA Pride, the first Black man to hold the position. Garth is also a licensed and ordained elder, award-winning journalist and editor, and nationally recognized activist and advocate. Garth completed his Master’s in Business Administration from California Intercontinental University in 2022.
SOCIAL MEDIA: @garthdotgerald @amaad_institute https://www.geraldgarth.com/
(Airdate 7/26/23) Chantel Powell is a wife, working mom of three, and creator and CEO of Play Pits. Play Pits is a 100% all-natural deodorant, free of aluminum, parabens, synthetic fragrances, and other harsh chemicals. Play Pits is a mother's solution to providing a kid-friendly, all-natural hygiene option for youth with active lifestyles. Play Pits can be found at her online store, Amazon, and at your nearest Target stores. https://playpits.com/
(Airdate 7/26/23) Ada Briceno Co-President of UNITE-HERE Local 11 and Pastor Gary Williams of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church and CLUE, join forces to break down the current issue of anti-Black hiring over at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott in Laguna Hills, and the historical obstacles that labor has to get over to include social justice in union contracts. Ada Briceño has dedicated her career to uplifting marginalized voices and bridging communities. In addition to union organizing and political work, she has led many civil rights, immigrant rights, women’s rights, and environmental efforts. She was named one of Orange County’s “100 Most Influential” by the Orange County Register in 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2014. Today, Ada serves as Co-President of UNITE-HERE Local 11, representing over 30,000 hotel workers in Los Angeles County, Orange County and Arizona. She is a Vice President of UNITE-HERE International Union and a National Steering Committee Member for the Labor Campaign for Single-Payer. Pastor Gary Williams was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He is the pastor of Saint Mark UMC in the heart of South Los Angeles. He’s passionate about congregational revitalization, spiritual transformation, and community engagement. Pastor Gary has a prophetic, progressive, and transformative vision of what South Los Angeles can be.
https://www.unitehere11.org/ https://www.cluejustice.org/
(Airdate 7/25/23) Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D - Inglewood) was elected to the California State Assembly in June 2022 representing the cities and communities of Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lenox, Los Angeles, Marina del Rey, Venice, West Athens, Westchester and Westmont in Los Angeles County. McKinnor currently serves as Chair of the Public Employment and Retirement Committee as well as Business and Professions Committee, Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee and the Governmental Organization Committee. Prior to her election to the State Assembly, McKinnor served as Civic Engagement Director for the non-profit LAVoice and previously served as Operational Director for the California Democratic Party. McKinnor was born and raised in Los Angeles County and is the mother of two adult sons. Twitter/IG: @AsmTinaMcKinnor
(Airdate 7/25/23) Mayor of Los Angeles Karen Bass is live in the studio breaking down her priorities as mayor; including her new role as leader of LA METRO, her mission to house the unhoused, how she’ll handle a hot labor summer and facing anti-Blackness in local government. Karen Bass is the 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles and the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city's chief executive. With an agenda focused on bringing urgency, accountability, and a new direction to Los Angeles, she started her term with a focus on housing people immediately and increasing safety and opportunity in every part of Los Angeles. A daughter of our city, Mayor Bass was raised with her three brothers in the Venice/Fairfax neighborhood and is a proud graduate of Hamilton High School. After serving as a front-line healthcare provider as a nurse and as a Physician Assistant, Mayor Bass founded the Community Coalition to organize the predominantly Black and Latino residents of South L.A. She went on to represent Los Angeles in the State Assembly and was the first African American woman to ever lead a state legislative body in the history of the United States.
(Airdate 7/25/23) Eliminate the minimum wage? DEI is discrimination? The talking points are flying as Dominique faces off with the conservative thought leader. Stefan J. Padfield writes in the field of corporate and securities law, publishing in law reviews as well as posting regularly on blogs and Twitter. His most recent published works have focused primarily on corporate theory. His areas of expertise cover a wide variety of business law topics. He is currently teaching Basic Business Associations, Corporations, Securities Regulation, and Mergers and Acquisitions. Professor Padfield received his B.A. from Brown University, and J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law. Following Mr. In Padfield's conversation, the KBLA delegation weighs in. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 7/25/23) Is the justice system enforcing Los Angeles lawmakers accountability or propagating a double standard? Are racist politicians getting a pass while Black leaders are being made examples of? Is political corruption exclusive to city hall? Or is the justice system itself - from prosecutors to judges - also corrupt? Dominique & the KBLA delegation are reading between the headlines.
(Airdate 7/24/23) The President has cleared the way for a memorial tribute to Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley, is this just a symbolic gesture, or should we see more of these monuments as the push to erase our history gains momentum? I would like to see the President throw his weight around to move forward a national study on reparations and end qualified immunity, how about you? Dr. Melinah Abdullah takes a moment to express her outrage on the attack on Black History curriculums in schools. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 7/24/23) Saharah Ali founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., is a yoga teacher, astrologer and numerologist who utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Before developing the SAJI Yoga concept, Saharah had been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She holds multiple certifications: Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga, Yin Yoga, quantum yoga, yoga therapy, restorative yoga, as well as post- and pre-natal yoga. https://saharahali.com/about/
(Airdate 7/24/23) As an advocate for the quality of life for the unhoused, Pastor Sherman Manning puts his money where his mouth is. Pastor Sherman D. Manning was called into ministry at the age of 8 in his hometown of Atlanta Georgia. He was licensed to Preach at age 13 and ordained at 17. Later, he went to prison. While in prison he studied himself, people, and God. In 2016, he organized the Yes We Can! Worship Center. His mission is to serve, and feeds catered meals to the homeless every Friday night at 7 pm. As a result of his prison experience, he produces a Yes We Can Worship Center at 10306 Avalon in Los Angeles, is serving free hot meals for the unhoused and the word Fridays at 7PM. http://www.yeswecanworshipcenter.org/
(Airdate 7/21/23) It’s always good to exercise our funny bone, and today is no exception. Actor, comedian, and host of the podcast ‘In A Man’s World’ on Morris Media weekly on Tuesdays at 11am PST. Seasoned comedian Lewis Dix brings the laughs and grown men's perspectives on topics related to family, relationships, workflow, and life experiences. www.youtube.com/morrismediastudios Twitter: @lewdix IG: @lewisdixjr
(Airdate 7/21/23) Live from the nation’s capital, Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove is not wasting a moment to build bipartisan support for progressive policies. What she and others are experiencing at this moment of racial reckoning is alarming, and you need to know what it’s like to navigate the halls of Congress. A fierce advocate for justice and families, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove is proudly representing California’s 37th Congressional District which covers a diverse area within Los Angeles County. Born into a family of politically active creatives, Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove attended the University of Southern California as a political science major and member of the Zeta Phi Beta sorority. While she was at USC, the 1992 riots following the Rodney King verdict erupted. That catalytic event motivated Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove to work with Rebuild LA and the Los Angeles Festival, two nonprofit organizations that advanced job creation and public arts programs to restore broken communities. https://kamlager-dove.house.gov/
(Airdate 7/21/23) With all the labor organizing happening this summer, we’re fortunate to be able to pick the brains of elected officials with a track record of organizing and building power for the Black community. Are the politicians we elected with us, the workers, or…? Where do they stand on the biggest issues of the day? Senator Smallwood-Cuevas was elected in 2022 representing the communities of Ladera Heights, View Park, Arlington Heights, Arlington Park, Baldwin Hills, Carthay, Century City, Cheviot Hills, Crenshaw, Del Rey, Downtown, Hyde Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, Mar Vista, Mid City, South Los Angeles, University Park, West Adams, and West LA. Lola is an educator, labor organizer, and community. Raised by a single mother who worked as a home care worker, CNA and then registered nurse, Senator Smallwood-Cuevas has life experience of being from a working family who moved to California in search of better education, good union jobs, and a pathway to self-sufficiency. https://sd28.senate.ca.gov/
(Airdate 7/20/23) Lisa B. Thompson is professor of African and African Diaspora Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. She is the author of three books, Beyond The Black Lady: Sexuality and the New African American Middle Class, Single Black Female and Underground, Monroe, and The Mamalogues: Three Plays. Thompson’s award-winning plays, which have been produced off-Broadway, throughout the US, and internationally, explore African American history and culture through the lens of the middle class. A member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Guthrie P. Ramsey, Jr. is a music historian, pianist, composer, and Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of Pennsylvania. He’s the author of Race Music: Black Cultures from Bebop to Hip-Hop, and The Amazing Bud Powell: Black Genius, Jazz History and the Challenge of Bebop. His latest book is Who Hears Here?, a collection of essays, and the monograph Sound Proof: Black Music, Magic and Racial Intimacies, a history of African American music from the slave-era to the present. https://theatredance.utexas.edu/people/thompson-lisa http://musiqology.com/blog/?fbclid=PAAabUS_qToN0SlShG2YsnEj84DCRIIrRIV1uS7wq1xYtBsan1HZVQAqbeiug_aem_AWHyVf6cD75vKtUUmaFMLQ6Od4OgbfuaLshcPw3boF9Kcbp_IBQNl2EhV7Zn2lwgwqw
(Airdate 7/20/23) Breaking down the core issues of the Hollywood strike with owner, creator, and writer of the acclaimed comic “Califia & Timeless Sentries”, owner of Underwood Multimedia Associates Worldwide LLC and host of ‘Black In the Greenroom w/ Keith Underwood’ on KBLA 1580 AM on Saturdays at 9PM. A member of the WGAW Committee of Black Writers, Keith Underwood walks us through the inner workings of the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strike. ‘Black In The Greenroom’ profiles and celebrates Black entertainers, creators and showbiz executives who tell real stories from their lives and careers. Keith has spent most of his professional life as a Hollywood publicist helping celebrities achieve their dreams. https://califiacomics.com/ www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 7/20/23) The Hollywood executives are still being shady, and trying to force the hands of the strikers. Don’t get it twisted - we stand with labor! Meanwhile, the issue of media coverage of Black issues comes up when Carlee Russell’s disappearance is questioned following her reappearance…something isn’t passing the smell test. Not to mention this story of grieving US Marine Travis King willingly crossing into N. Korean territory, we do not Black down from covering the toughest issues. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 7/20/23) Executive Director of the Inland Empire Black Worker Center, Dr. Nosakhere Thomas joins the show and dispels myths about Black unemployment in the IE, and what it means to include non-Black workers in the overall goal of combating barriers to employment. In addition, Dr. Nos is the founder of Dr. Nos Coaching & Consulting, LLC. He has been trained in educational leadership, spirituality, mindfulness, and holistic nutrition. Over the years, he has helped thousands to achieve freedom from stress and anxiety to enjoy living a life of peace, purpose, joy, fulfillment, and gratitude, through the practice of Christian mindfulness, spirituality, and a holistic lifestyle. IEBWC: (909) 763-3710 www.iebwc.org https://drnoscoaching.com
(Airdate 7/19/23) Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey hosts “A More Perfect Union” and serves as Chief National Affairs Correspondent for KBLA Talk 1580, in addition to being a National Affairs Contributor for TheGrio, political commentator as seen on MSNBC, Guest Lecturer at the Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology, and highly regarded public intellectual on matters at the nexus of organizational leadership and social responsibility. He is often sought out to comment on issues related to racial equity, public policy, elections, culture, and identity. During the 2020 election cycle he served as Senior Policy Advisor to Biden-Harris Presidential Campaign and for almost a decade he supercharged AARP’s community, state, and national multicultural affairs work as the first AARP Senior Advisor & National LGBTQ Liaison. Dr. Quartey primarily lives between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. Twitter and Instagram: @drniiquartelai
(Airdate 7/19/23) Putting the spotlight on socially innovative businesses. Today we have Hugh Augustine the owner and proprietor of “Hugh’s Hot Bowls”. Starting off Instagram and launching in the Leimert Park area, he offers popular vegan items like “Soul Bowls” that can be found online and in person at monthly events like ‘Black Market Flea’, where everyone is welcome Black to experience some great Black vendors. If you want soul food that's a little bit healthier, check out “Hugh’s Hot Bowls”. IG: @hughshotbowls @hughaugustine Or text (323) 400-2003 hughshotbowls@gmail.com
(Airdate 7/19/23) Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is a former STEM teacher from Watts, current youth mentor, a mother to a son with special needs & community organizer. She is part of the advocacy team at EnviroVoters and is the Chair of the California State Progressive Caucus. IG: @IZubair
(Airdate 7/18/23) Often when art and activism intersect, the healing begins. Fernando Pullum knows this all too well. A longtime teacher, musician, and Executive Director of the Fernando Pullum Community Arts Center in the heart of Leimert Park. Fernando Pullum earned his bachelor's degree in music education (1981) and master's in trumpet performance (1983). Fernando moved to Los Angeles in 1984 to follow his dream of becoming an educator and professional musician. He assumed the music program at L.A.'s Washington Prep High School. Under his tutelage, the program thrived. In 1989, Los Angeles Unified School District recognized Fernando's music program as the first music magnet in South Los Angeles. https://www.pullumcenter.org/
(Airdate 7/18/23) Dr. Gerald Horne is back to drop knowledge on how the state of politics throughout Africa, and Europe will shape our upcoming presidential election and Trump's chances of reelection. His latest book, “Revolting Capitol; Radicalism in Washington D.C., 1900-2000” is available now. University of Houston professor Dr. Gerald Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. https://www.uh.edu/class/history/faculty-and-staff/horne_g/
(Airdate 7/18/23) Hollywood actors and writers are striking - UPS workers are poised to do the same, the pressure is on the powers that be to show solidarity. Alarming temperatures across the country really raises the question - when will we take our global climate crisis seriously? We love a Freestyle Phones session - you have questions…we do too. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 7/17/23) Native Angeleno and highly respected legal figure both in the televised and actual courtroom, Judge Mablean Ephriam lends her voice to issues like affirmative action and uplifting Black fatherhood. Judge Mablean Ephriam is one of the most recognized jurists in America. She attributes her success to God, her family and close friends. Her faith, religion and trust in God keeps this mother of four and grandmother of ten, meek and humble. In October 1998 Twentieth Century Fox sought out this experienced & distinguished law practitioner and mediator to sit as Judge on their newly revised show “Divorce Court”. Judge Mablean presided there 1999 – 2006. She is truly grateful to have had this experience to begin a career in entertainment. Judge Mablean returned to the bench in 2014 and is presiding on “Justice with Judge Mablean”. https://www.judgemablean.com/
(Airdate 7/17/23) Never a dull moment with activist and artist Pete White as he unpacks the spectrum of the unhoused in a lively dialogue and history lesson on local politics. Pete White is the Founder and Executive Director of the Los Angeles Community Action Network (LA CAN), a grassroots organization working to ensure the human right to housing, health, and security are upheld in Los Angeles. Pete’s activism has linked him with various local, national, and international causes. Pete has educated and organized thousands of low-income people on a multitude of issues and human rights campaigns. A lifetime resident of South Central Los Angeles, he is committed to fight for a Los Angeles that does not tolerate racial injustice, promotes an equitable distribution of resources, and includes everyone. Pete believes that organizing and leadership development are essential tools needed to achieve social change and racial justice. https://cangress.org Twitter: @lacanetwork IG: @lacanetwork_official
(Airdate 7/14/23) This season of Supreme Court decisions has really rolled back decades of progressive policy work. Attorney Nana Gyamfi guides us through the fights for justice for Black elected officials, victims of anti-Black policing, immigration, and the myth of rooting out corruption in government. Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney with a specialty in criminal defense since 1994. Nana graduated from Cornell University and earned her law degree from UCLA’s School of Law. She is the Executive Director of Black Alliance for Just Immigration. https://baji.org/ Twitter: @bajitweets
(Airdate 7/14/23) In the summer of 2020, Jacob Blake Jr. was shot seven times in front of his three children by Kenosha, WI law enforcement during a traffic stop. In the time since, his family has been working diligently with other families to continue fighting for justice for their loved ones. His father, Jacob Blake Sr., joins the show and gives an emotional call to action to keep fighting for families that are victims of state-sanctioned police violence. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 7/13/23) Dr. David J. Johns was born and raised in Inglewood, and currently is the executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a civil rights organization dedicated to the empowerment of Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+, and same-gender loving (LGBTQ+/SGL) people, including people living with HIV/AIDS. Dr. Johns was appointed the first executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans by President Barack Obama and served from 2013-2017. Dr. Johns was a senior education policy advisor to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
(Airdate 7/13/23) It's early, but don't sleep on the contributions of the youth to the BLM movement. Activists and leaders Joseph Williams and Thandizwe Abdullah reflect on their experiences in movement building and their family of organizing. www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 7/13/23) LA County Citizens’ Economy and Efficiency Commissioner Jennifer Trichelle-Marie Williams is a new partner in politics who is here to discuss how economic equity enters and exits the political will in Los Angeles County and beyond. Instagram/Twitter: @JTMWill
(Airdate 7/12/23) Jewel Diamond Taylor is a renowned, passionate, knowledgeable, witty, and in-demand conference speaker, author, life coach, emotional wellness educator, spiritual encourager, talk therapy practitioner, publisher of the You GOAL Girl Magazine, and founder of Women On the Grow, Inc., 501c3. For over 35 years, Taylor has been driven by her curiosity and empathy of the human condition (mind, faith, spirituality, beliefs, behavior, relationships, emotional wellness, culture, and resiliency). https://jeweldiamondtaylor.com/
(Airdate 7/13/23) Despite all the evidence to the contrary, a judge still rules against a state law meant to protect the public from law enforcement that participate in and identify with criminal gangs and historically racist iconography. Why support hiding the truth?
(Airdate 7/12/23) Rebuilding a restaurant business after the impact of the pandemic is something Norwood Clark Jr. aka “Uncle Darrow” knows first hand. He serves some food for thought and wants you to know all of the flavors of New Orleans can still be found at Darrow's New Orleans Grill in Carson, Ca. https://www.darrowsneworleansgrill.com
(Airdate 7/12/23) Barbara J. Schultz is the Director of Housing Justice and oversees Legal Aid Foundation Los Angeles’ (LAFLA) work on housing, houselessness, and community empowerment. As a proponent of a community lawyering model, Barbara works closely with community-based organizations. She has been a key member of the Los Angeles Renters Right to Counsel Coalition, leading the effort for LAFLA by securing the first government contracts for Stay Housed LA. Prior to becoming a Director, her litigation and policy efforts focused on issues affecting Skid Row residents. https://lafla.org/ www.stayhousedla.org
(Airdate 7/11/23) Black Lives Matter - Grassroots Founder, Lead Organizer for Black Lives Matter LA, and Professor of Pan-African Studies at Cal State LA, Dr. Melina Abdullah joins us in-studio for a face to face conversation about the history and future of Black Lives Matter and her own personal journey..Dr. Abdullah earned her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Southern California in Political Science and her B.A. from Howard University in African American Studies. She is a recognized expert on race, gender, class, and social movements. https://blmgrassroots.org/ www.Docmellymel.com
(Airdate 7/11/23) Melanie Collette is a Newsmax contributor, business technology expert, entrepreneur, and political commentator with extensive corporate operations and organizational management experience. On her weekly radio show, Money Talk with Melanie, she interviews industry experts and guides listeners through lively and informative discussions on global and domestic affairs. Melanie is a passionate conservative and active leader in the New Jersey State Republican Party (NJGOP), recently serving as vice-chair of Cape May County and former vice-chair of the New Jersey Federation of Republican Women. https://nationalcenter.org/ncppr/staff/melanie-collette/ FB: @melaniecolletepresents
(Airdate 7/11/23) The dismantling of affirmative action federally, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in Hollywood is a dangerous trend. Can we really count on celebrities and executives to continue to create opportunities for us?
(Airdate 7/10/23) When a judge rules that the three remaining survivors of the Tulsa Massacre cannot prove “individual harm”, it's hard not to be angry, but attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn shines a light on legal maneuvering and the importance of managing expectations in the aftermath of recent legal setbacks at the state and federal levels. IG: @lincolnlawyerla
(Airdate 7/10/23) Greenwood Oklahoma (Black Wall Street) survivors have waited 100 years to have their day in court and for a judge to rule against them is ridiculous. This is a case of reparations versus restitution, and this movement to counteract reparations for Black Americans across the country. https://www.dominiquediprima.com/
(Airdate 7/10/23) Ongoing problems within the LA Jails system are being put under the microscope with Janet Asante from Dignity and Power Now! She is joined by Tennel Crook, mother of Kamren Lee Nettles, to support her quest for the truth and justice for her son who died in custody at Men’s Central Jail on May 13. DPN is a community based organization that fights for the dignity and power for formerly and currently incarcerated members of the community and their families who experience systemic violence. Their work with the Justice LA Coalition has been central to the effort to close down Men’s Central Jail. https://dignityandpowernow.org/
(Airdate 7/5/23) Zayid Muhammad has a radical activist profile of over 40 years. He is a proud cub of the Black Panther Party and the founding press officer of NY's Malcolm X Commemoration Committee. He was featured in the critically acclaimed Netflix documentary Who Killed Malcolm X? He is the organizer for NCAP or Newark Communities for Accountable Policing. He is a stage actor and poet currently working on two volumes of poetry The Soul Poems: Offerings of Love and Rage and We Ride! Malcolm X, The Black Panther Party and Those Who Dare to Heir.
(Airdate 7/5/23) Over the weekend the Dutch King apologized for his nation's role in the enslavement of Black people. SHould he go a step farther and apologize for apartheid? The U.S. Extreme Court’s march towards totalitarianism and other cheery issues light up the mic on a Wealth Building Wednesday. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 7/5/23) Dominique answers questions, takes calls and catches up on local issues. What is next for Dr. Mark Ridley Thomas after a judge denied him an appeal? Why are judges so important? What are the modern politics of South Africa? And why are corporations pushing tipping over salaries? These and other hot button issues are on the table as we broadcast live from Leimert Park, USA. www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 6/29/23) A mother and son, a young influencer and a first time visitor make it plain. Jamie, CJ & Lisa and Gerald are African Focus 2023 Trailblazers on a trip to South African and Zimbabwe.
(Airdate 6/29/23) Self-determination, independence, community-first tourism, natural herbal healing and a collective Afrocentric mindset are just a few of the values practiced by the Kompisi Village and its iconic Chief Mpisi. Think: Dick Gregory meets Malcolm X - in the bush. We are broadcasting live from Victoria Falls (Mosioatunya.) www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 6/29/23) Bayete Lodge Manager Tazviona Andrew and veteran waiter Charles Simoni give us a look at some thoughts from the locals in the tourist mecca known as Victoria Falls (indigenous name: Mosioatunya.) Trailblazers CJ & Lisa + Jamie + more. www.africanfocus.org
A Republican Judge Rules Against BLM Grassroots, Dominique Reacts in Real Time 6A-6:30A (Airdate 6/29/23)
(Airdate 6/28/23) Tour Guide and local business owner Fances Nyabadza joins us to talk about Zimbabwe, one of the world's seven wonders, pay equity and union organizing in Southern Africa.
(Airdate 6/27/23) Live from post apartheid South Africa author Nalo tells the story of how her journey back to Africa with friends is influencing her art and helping her to change the narrative. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 6/27/23) Live from post apartheid South Africa Dominique talks with Executive Chef Calvin Poole and Beverage Manager Eddie Abrahams from the upscale Radisson Park Inn at Cape Town. Food, race, religion and culture are all on the menu. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 6/26/23) Married couple John and Robin share how the trip to South Africa has brought them closer after years of marriage. Miss Rita Woodson tells how she inspired three generations of her family to make the trip together - all of the generations weigh in on what it means to them - Shannon Malone, Dyese & Isoke, Jamie & Cris all have a lot to talk about. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 6/26/23) Florence Bracy is the author of a book meant to guide families who have autistic children. She shares her own experience with her husband Charles and son Brad, in the motherland. www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 6/26/23) Our Cape Town Guide Kabelo shares his story as a child who lived under apartheid and saw it fall before he reached his teen years. Our Robben Island docent, former prisoner, Ndozi takes us inside the notorious prison. www.kbla.1580.com
(Airdate 6/23/23) Meet Koketso the knowledgeable park ranger and guide who expertly leads our trailblazers on a game run through the Pilanesberg National Forest. Chat with the Molete family who share their story of South Africa’s post-apartheid Black middle class. www.africanfocus.org
(Airdate 6/23/23) Today’s podcast is from the center of a volcanic crater in the South African Bush. Meet our African Focus Trailblazers - travelers from South Los Angeles and across the nation plus local South African who share their knowledge views and lifestyles: Cousins Krishaunda & Georgina, Mama Dinah from the Orlando Children’s Home, Koketso the www.kbla1580.com www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 6/22/23) The Smiths hail from South LA and now they are exploring South Africa…Exploring the fun, smashing stereotypes and confronting their fears. Black Americans reflect on the motherland. www.AfricanFocus.Org
(Airdate 6/22/23) Lorie James is the only African Focus Trailblazer who has been on all five of our trips to the motherland. She joins Dominique for a lively conversation on young people, how to make a difference and the best ways to fight supremacy. IG: @LorieBlueDiva
(Airdate 6/22/23) Our travelers from the United States hit the road for another adventure in one of the world’s most wondrous wildlife preserves…They unpack the Johannesburg experience, embark on safari and immerse themselves in the beauty of South African wildlife. https://www.guestreservations.com/kwa-maritane-bush-lodge/booking?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4s-kBhDqARIsAN-ipH1uUJ3WJjQ_mVXDoc1div-Fi1x5gUR_6c2onUQtV9dFZZwjgOMhrQIaAgztEALw_wcB
(Airdate 6/21/23) The journey through South Africa continues! The ‘African Focus Trailblazers’ visit the Southwest Township (Soweto) and the Apartheid Museum with senior tourist guides Tatuzi and Kafus. Exploring the physical and emotional ties between African Americans and South Africa by examining the parallels between apartheid in South Africa and white supremacy in the US is just the top of the iceberg. The Apartheid Museum opened in 2001 and is acknowledged as the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with 20th century South Africa, at the heart of which is the apartheid story. www.apartheidmuseum.org IG: @sibu_travels
(Airdate 6/21/23) Throughout the trip we give our travelers a space to reflect and process what they are seeing, hearing, smelling, and feeling. Today we hear from the AFT travel group; Felicia, Patrice, Tim, and others take a moment to share with us their experience. www.Africanfocus.org
(Airdate 6/20/23) The geography of Africa is far more modern, diverse, and fascinating than we are taught in the US. Join the show as Dominique goes in depth with teachers, student leaders, and the Director of Kgololo Academy in Alexandria Township to discover and delineate fact from fiction about education in Johannesburg. www.kgololoacademy.org/
(Airdate 6/20/23) Asha Hotep, is a native Angeleno and ex-pat who has relocated to South Africa, shares her journey from LA to Johannesburg. Asha explains how she maintains relationships across the globe, and her mission to demystify the image Americans have of South Africa. YouTube: @ashameetslife
(Airdate 6/20/23) Live from the 23rd floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel in Johannesburg! Take a trip with us around the continent of Africa. In South Africa, local businessman and tour guide Conner Tuswa from Camissa Travel joins the show to preview stops along the trip. www.gocamissa.co.za IG: Camissa_Travel www.Africanfocus.org
(Airdate 6/14/23) Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney with a specialty in criminal defense since 1994. Nana graduated from Cornell University and earned her law degree from UCLA’s School of Law. She is the Executive Director of Black Alliance for Just Immigration. https://baji.org/
(Airdate 6/13/23) April R. Silver has spent decades cultivating her role in the hip hop community and sees now as a pivotal time and gives insight on how to uplift the connections between arts, activism, and accountability. April is a nationally respected communications and marketing executive, cultural arts curator, community activist, and published writer/editor. April founded AKILA WORKSONGS, a public relations firm based in New York, in 1993 and it has emerged as a leading agency of its kind for the past three decades. She is the editor of ‘Be a Father to Your Child’, a work that HuffPost Black Voices cites as a “powerful and groundbreaking anthology.” https://akilaworksongs.com/founder/
(Airdate 6/13/23) Dr. Horne breaks down the case against former President Trump, the historic precedent of arresting a former President, and how Trump and his supporters will respond. His latest book, “Revolting Capitol; Radicalism in Washington D.C., 1900-2000” is available now. University of Houston professor Dr. Gerald Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. https://www.uh.edu/class/history/faculty-and-staff/horne_g/
(Airdate 6/13/23) The weekend’s Empowerment Congress sets off a robust discussion of reparations…Pride Month celebrations across the city saw thousands of people celebrating from West LA to DTLA. On the horizon; the renaming of the “New Orleans Corridor” is a cause for celebration, and KBLA’s 2nd anniversary is on Monday Juneteenth 2023. Mayors across the country agree the solutions to address housing and mental health are not just a “Big City” issue -- don't miss out on all these podcast vibes! www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 6/12/23) Comedian and actor Ron G returns to join Dominique in studio for a “Messy Monday” bringing humor and radical honesty about social media influence on relationship dynamics, dating, the “Yes Queen Movement, and the online “Manosphere.”
(Airdate 6/12/23) Saharah Ali is a multi-talented Certified Yoga Teacher, Meditation Instructor and Personal Professional Life Coach. She has been a personal advisor and confidant to many celebrities and other noted figures. Saharah has a large clientele in the entertainment industry and major corporations as a corporate Stress Management consultant and team builder. On this podcast she urges us to detox our lives to move from darkness to light. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 6/12/23) Politico Steve Dunwoody is a Veteran, Educator, and Environmental Champion who is a lifelong public servant who cares deeply for this community and has dedicated his life to making a better future for everyone. Now a candidate for California’s 30th Congressional District, Steve shares his views on the impact of urban drilling, the movement for reparations, and all things local politics. https://stevedunwoodyforcongress.com/
(Airdate 6/9/23) When exactly did west coast hip-hop start? Who started it? Who were the firsts? Where were the parties? Plus reflections on Pac’s Star on the Hollywood Wallk of Fame. World Class Wreckin Cru’s “Godfather of West Coast Hip-hop” Lonzo Williams and one of the first west coast women signed to a major label - Podcast studio owner The Poetess join Dominique DiPrima (host of the pioneering hip-hop show Home Turf on KRON-TV) to offer little known music history morsels and analyze the culture’s California roots.
(Airdate 6/9/23) Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate aand former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center. In addition she has worked on campaigns such as the Raise the Wage - the Fight for Fifteen. On this podcast Dominique & Sherri look at a cascade of ongoin and upcoming strikes and give an unvarnished view of discrimination inside the labor movement and what’s being done to fight it. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto
(Airdate 6/8/23) James Farr is a Journalist, Producer, Film Documentarian & Member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). On this podcast we look do a deep dive on Mr. Farr’s intensely personal yet widely applicable article looking at the Black journalists journey covering and experiencing racism and white supremacy at the same time. Twitter: @JamesFarrLive www.laprogressive.com
(Airdate 6/8/23) V. Shayne Frederick is a vocalist, pianist, recording artist, composer and educator with performances spanning two decades. Outside of a busy performance schedule, V. Shayne currently is an Adjunct Professor at The University of the Arts and a preschool music teacher. Twitter: @Vshaynef
(Airdate 6/8/23) Anna Ortega is the Assistant General Manager for the Los Angeles Housing Department, responsible for the: Rent Stabilization, Code Enforcement and Compliance Divisions. The Rent Stabilization Division enforces the Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) that seeks to balance the interests of landlords and tenants by regulating the registration of rental units, allowable rent increases, evictions and relocation assistance under city law. www.housing.lacity.org (866) 557-7368 www.stayhousedla.org (213) 694–0040
(Airdate 6/7/23) Regina Louise is a child advocate, an emotional wellness coach, a trauma-informed practitioner and a mindfulness practitioner. She is the founder of Possibility HQRS: A Bespoke Coaching Boutique. Regina Louise came to prominence for her best-selling memoir “Somebody’s Someone” a film adaptation of her life, titled “I Am Somebody Child: the Regina Louise Story,” aired on Lifetime. She uses her story - living in 30 foster homes - to shift the perceptions of what it means to be a “throw-away-child,” which is a wide-spread perception of foster children in our country. Her new book is Hands on Heart: a 60 Day Guided Journal.” www.IAmReginaLouise.Com
(Airdate 6/6/23) CEO of Live Yo Life, entrepreneur, and radio show host Nakeisha “Moma Boo” Scott is in the building for a powerful podcast where she shares her personal story coming up the hard way in the Athens neighborhood of Los Angeles. Moma Boo fearlessly speaks out on her battle for literacy, her days as a gang banger and her commitment to helping young people still caught up in the cycle of poverty, drugs, violence and lack of opportunity in South Central L.A.
(Airdate 6/6/23) Professor Dr. James Lance Taylor is a professor at University of California San Francisco. He is the author of the book “Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama” a and a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS). Catch up with Dr. Taylor’s takes on the 2024 presidential election,He has a lot to say about candidate Dr. Cornel West and a few choice words for Tim Scott and Larry Elder. Will anyone go hard for reparations? This podcast is a spirited convo on what’s best for Black folks. https://www.usfca.edu/faculty/james-lance-taylor
(Airdate 6/6/23) Juneteenth is right around the corner… KBLA’s 2nd anniversary party & the naming of “New Orleans Corridor'' on Jefferson Blvd. anchor Black LA’s celebrations, the anti-police violence movement and labor wins across the country - including the WGA strike, and the latest on police accountability for Keenan Anderson’s death in light of the release of the coroner’s ridiculous report. This podcast is a free-ranging convo on all of the above & more. www.dominiquediprima.com IG/Twitter/YouTube: @diprimaradio
(Airdate 6/5/23) Sarafina El-Badry Nance, author of “Starstruck; A Memoir of Astrophysics and Finding Light in the Dark”, shares her personal journey as a cancer survivor and vocal advocate for having agency to reduce risk factors. https://starafina.com/ Instagram:@starstrickenaf
(Airdate 6/5/23) Scientist Renetta Garrison Tull is the Vice Chancellor of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at UC Davis. An international speaker on global diversity in STEM, Garrison Tull breaks down the impact of STEM/STEAM on Black student achievement, the limitations and potential of artificial intelligence, and burying barriers to success. Twitter: @Renetta_Tull
(Airdate 6/5/23) Over the weekend; Fourteen-year old St. Louis teen, Xavier Jones, receives a heart-warming surprise after inspiring his local community through his academic determination, citizens are protesting totalitarianism in the streets of Poland, the Senegalese government has restricted internet access, and oh yeah - Pres. Biden avoids a crisis by inking a deal to raise the debt ceiling!
(Airdate 6/5/23) Saharah Ali is a multi-talented Certified Yoga Teacher, Meditation Instructor and Personal Professional Life Coach. She has been a personal advisor and confidant to many celebrities and other noted figures. She has a large clientele in the entertainment industry and major corporations as a corporate Stress Management consultant and team builder. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 6/5/23) Dr. Erica Holmes is a licensed clinical psychologist, mental health professional, and author of “Before the Broom”. Dr. Holmes is talking about therapy, local issues, and why therapy IS for everyone. www.normalizehelp.org
(Airdate 6/2/23) Isabel “Isa” Céspedes is a producer with a passion for utilizing sense memory to transform environments that spark cross-cultural connection and foster continued conversation. In 2017 Isa became the Creative Director for Sista Circle: Black Women in Tech an international solidarity organization focused on providing safe spaces and professional development for Black women in technology Isa has produced events with such companies as Airbnb, Instagram, Slack, Pinterest, Refinery 29, Square, and Ubisoft. IG: @IsabelCespedes
(Airdate 6/1/23) Poet, fiction writer, and playwright Rashidah Ismaili was born and raised in Cotonou, Benin. She earned a BFA in voice at the New York College of Music and a Masters in social psychology at the New School for Social Research. She earned her PhD in Ethnotherapy and Psychodrama from the Herbert Holt Institute for Psychotherapy. She was active in the Black Arts Movement in New York City in the 1960s. Her poetry collections include Cantata for Jimmy and Missing in Action and Presumed Dead: Poems. https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/rashidah-ismaili
(Airdate 6/1/23) V. Shayne Frederick is a vocalist, pianist, recording artist, composer and educator with performances spanning two decades. Outside of a busy performance schedule, V. Shayne currently is an Adjunct Professor at The University of the Arts and a preschool music teacher. Twitter: @Vshaynef
(Airdate 6/1/23) Lura Daniels-Ball is President of Our Authors Study Club. https://oascla.org/
(Airdate 5/31/23) Author, Labor Economist and Dean of the College of Ethnic Studies at Cal State LA Dr. Julianne Malveaux provides clarity around the national debt-ceiling conversation, separating the issue from the national budget discourse, and the concept of predatory capitalism.https://www.juliannemalveaux.com/
(Airdate 5/31/23) Good news; Ford Motors backed off a plan to remove AM radios from vehicles, the stage play “A Soldier's Play” is proving Black creatives still generate wealth through the arts, Trader Joe’s employees in Minnesota are successfully fighting for their right to unionize. AOC is speaking out about why she might leave Twitter, AI evolution and its impact on human extinction, “Succession” ends its season and reminds us why the writers’ strike is so important. Bad news; South Carolina teen Cyrus Carmack-Belton was killed by Rick Chow, a store owner, over 4 bottles of water Chow wrongly accused him of stealing - this has shades of LaTasha Harlins, Chris Christie announces his 2024 presidential bid, Purdue Pharmaceutical Company’s rebranding will bury their role in creating and profiteering from opioid crisis.www.KBLA1580.com
(Airdate 5/31/23) Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, host of “This Is Not a Drill”, and homegirl of the show Dr. Melina Abdullah has lots to share about the ongoing effort to hold law enforcement accountable, the truth about critical race theory, “movement parenting”, the impact of children of the movement in light of the FX documentary ‘Dear Mama’, and the exposure of the gang culture within the LA County Sheriff's Dept. https://blmgrassroots.org/
(Airdate 5/30/23) John Wood Jr is a national leader for Braver Angels - his mission is reviving the communal fabric of democracy. He is the former head of the LA County Republican Party. What's in a name; Red & Blue vs. Left & Right are they labels or limitations? What is equity through a Republican lens? Which Republican candidate does John think will secure the nomination? This and more are on the agenda for this lively podcast.www.braverangels.org
Celebrating Tupac, Debunking Terrible Talking Point Tuesday - Dominique Goes Solo(Airdate 5/30/23) Dear Mama documentary is amazing and poetic justice from Director Allen Hughes, DeSantais’s “Zombie State”/ending Leftism, uplifting a “care first model”; how is LA County housing and disciplining young people, especially system-impacted youth at places like juvenile detention centers like Barry J. Nidorf and DCFS? The Lakers giving LBJ all the leeway he wants to choose his next course of action, “A Soldier's Play” is playing at the Ahmanson in DTLA - it's a must see!, Can Mayor Bass deliver on her promises to address houselessness with programs like “Safer Inside?”
(Airdate 5/25/23) Today marks three years since the murder of George Floyd Jr. This podcast looks at the impact of his death and the trajectory of the anti racist and Black Lives Matter movements. Melina ABdullah, Ph.d was among the original group of organizers that convened to form Black Lives Matter and continues to serve as a Los Angeles chapter lead, policy team lead for the California chapters, and Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, the worldwide formation for on-the-ground organizing, which she initiated. www.BLMGrassroots.Org www.docmellymel.com
Tributes to Tina Turner w/Artist V. Shanyne Frederick and the KBLA Delegation(Airdate 5/25/23) V. Shayne Frederick is a vocalist, pianist, recording artist, composer and educator with performances spanning two decades. He has been featured at TEDx, NPR, a multitude of music fests, museums, and jazz clubs throughout the country. An ASCAP member, V. Shayne also scores for film and commercial. V. Shayne has been cited by the Broad Street Review as “one of the region’s
(Airdate 5/25/23) Bryant Odega is an activist, union organizer and high school teacher. On this podcast he shares his journey from son of Nigerian immigrant father who was deported when he was a small child to his rise to Harvard postgraduate student and one of the first Gen Z progressives to (competitively) run for L.A. City Council. Bryant & Dominique break down local issues and look at how Odegas social justice work is driven by his uniquely Los Angeles life story.Twitter/IG: @BryantOdega
(Airdate 5/24/23) Lee D. Baker is Professor of Cultural Anthropology, Sociology, and African and African American Studies at Duke University. He received his B.S. from Portland State University and doctorate in anthropology from Temple University. His books include From Savage to Negro: Anthropology and the Construction of Race, 1896-1954, Life in America: Identity and Everyday Experience, and Anthropology and the Racial Politics of Culture. https://www.amazon.com/Life-America-Identity-Everyday-Experience/dp/1405105631/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24P4CK2MTDYW6&keywords=Life+in+America%3A+Identity+and+Everyday+Experience&qid=1684955759&s=books&sprefix=life+in+america+identity+and+everyday+experience+%2Cstripbooks%2C274&sr=1-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0
(Airdate 5/24/23) Dominique breaks down the tragic case of Eight-year-old Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, an Afro-Latina migrant who died on May 17 after experiencing a medical emergency inside a Border Patrol station in Harlingen, Texas. The NAACP Florida travel advisory, the “Don’t Call Me Karen” controversy and other topics of impact are all in the convo.www.kbla1580.cm
(Airdate 5/24/23) Located in Jefferson Park, Dowhatchalik is a full-service catering company that specializes in Creole and Soul Food cuisine. They offer delivery, lunch, dinner and meal plans. No event is too big or small, call or text today at (323) 428-8177 for more information.IG: @Dowhatchalikfoodservices
(Airdate 5/24/23) Dominique & Sherri chop it up on the pending UPS strike, the Writers Guild walkout and the season of action for workers rights in the U.S. Sherri makes the case for saying “Back” instead of BIPOC or POC when it comes to money and policy. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto
(Airdate 5/23/23) Friend of the show and longtime sports journalist, musician and television producer Dave Guingona keeps it real with hot takes on the NBA Playoffs, LeBron’s future with the Lakers, the impact of Jim Brown’s sports career, and racism in sports. IG & Facebook: @daveguingona
(Airdate 5/23/23) Multi-talented media personality, Fox Soul Senior Producer, and LA Sentinel Journalist Niele Anderson can't wait to give her takes on hot political topics both locally and nationally. Covering everything from Trump’s legal troubles, the lack of Back representation in the Senate, “progressive posers”, Being Black-centered versus BIPOC allyship, and upcoming local elections. IG: @nielela
(Airdate 5/23/23) Skipp Townsend is a community leader and founder of the organization 2nd Call. He joins Dominique to share his thoughts on the passing of Jim Brown and Brown's influence on the LA interventionist and activist scene. 2nd Call is a grassroots nonprofit organization working towards community safety, justice, and liberation.www.2ndcall.org
(Airdate 5/23/23) We're talking all things local in LA; Lakers season, Compton Community Garden purchase, seniors and the disabled in the unhoused community, hypocrital Republican voting values vs. the debt ceiling and more. We are putting a progressive lens on stealthy conservative spin.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 5/22/23) Far too often across the country, BLM protestors are being targeted and in many cases being charged with crimes as a result of defending themselves and exercising their right to protest. Afro-Indigenous activist, musician, and BLM Kalamazoo leader Monica Washington Padula lays out her BLM experience in Kalamazoo, Michigan which includes; arrests and made up charges, legal representation issues, and how she's not allowing any of that to hold. IG: @blmkalamazoo/BC
Dominique is also joined in the studio by Eugene “Big U” Henley to uplift the memory and legacy of Jim Brown, and share his recent work with youth development through his football camp. Big U was an important part of the very early days of Brown’s Amer-I Can organization and is widely recognized for his gang intervention and youth development work in Los Angeles and beyond, as well as his involvement with legendary Hip Hop artists like Nipsey Hussle and Kurupt the Kingpin. His Crenshaw Cougars hold youth sign ups at Crenshaw High School every Saturday.www.CrenshawCougars.com
(Airdate 5/22/23) Weekly guest meditation instructor, yoga teacher and life coach Saharah Ali provides listeners with an opportunity to ground themselves in positive energy and healing practices as the week gets started. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 5/22/23) Pastor Sherman Manning is unapologetically advocating for real time, sustainable solutions for the unhoused community of Los Angeles through his work as a pastor and community leader out of the Yes We Can! Worship Center. Pastor talks about the power of protest and shares insights on the political will of local leaders to effectively tackle the crisis of the unhoused.http://www.yeswecanworshipcenter.org/
(Airdate 5/19/23) From pop-lockin to Tupac, Godfather of West Coast Hip Hop Alonzo Williams shines some light on the origins of Hip Hop in Los Angeles and is joined by his colleague David Velo Stewart to preview the new documentary ‘Eve After Dark’ about the legendary nightclub as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the birth of Hip Hop. David Velo Stewart is a documentary filmmaker who specializes in movies about hip hop.
(Airdate 5/19/23) One more segment with Torrence Brannon-Reese sharing his thoughts on what it means to attach the phrase “In Honor of Malcolm X” on street signs along Crenshaw Blvd. after thirty-years striving to do so. Then Dominique takes calls from listeners on hot topics like; Made-up quotes from MLK, Black Republican values, the comical claim that the term “white supremacy” is somehow a racial slur, and witness intimidation claims in a civil suit against the Minneapolis Police Dept. in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd.
(Airdate 5/19/23) New Orleans Musician, activist, and Founding Director of FA-MLI Inc. Torrence Brannon-Reese joins the show on the anniversary of the birthday of Malcolm X to discuss his feelings on the legacy of Malcolm X, the annual Malcolm X festival in Leimert Park, and the renaming of Crenshaw Blvd.https://famlisoul.org/team/torrence-brannon-reese/
(Airdate 5/18/23) The Heart Department is a one part rental venue / one part BIPOC community center, at the intersection of arts, wellness & social justice located in the Arts District DTLA. Artist Shelley Bruce is a creative, with a mission to serve the world’s greatest challenges through spirituality, poetry, painting and community organizing. The Heart Dept is working to keep their lease. Find them on Go Fund Me under “Save The Heart Dept.” www.theheartdept.org IG: TheHeartDept
(Airdate 5/18/23) An angry letter to KBLA owner Tavis Smiley about First Things First host Dominique DiPrima got our delegation going with a robust conversation on how we center - or fail to center Blackness. This spirited debate looks at the use of terminology and whether it promotes Black erasure. We also take on how Asians, Latinos and other ethnic groups fit into the battle against white supremacy and whether they foster or fight anti-Blackness.www.KBLA1580.com www.DominiqueDiPrima.Com
(Airdate 5/18/23) Los Angeles City Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson proudly represents the Eighth District of Los Angeles and chairs the city's Planning Land Use and Management committee. The Office of Marqueece Harris-Dawson launched the Community Based Organization Grant Fund on February 4, 2022, to reinvest $4.2M into the District’s non-profit sector. This was the first granting program, fully funded by monies redirected from the Los Angeles Police Department to impacted communities in South Los Angeles.Twitter & IG: @MHDCD8
(Airdate 5/17/23) Christine Yu is an award-winning journalist focusing on the intersection of sports science and women athletes. Her exploration into this relationship between science and athletic performance and the underlying systems that exclude women became her debut book, UP TO SPEED: The Groundbreaking Science of Women AthletesTwitter: @CYU888 @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
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(Airdate 5/17/23) Oscar Alvarez is a Community Organizer for the South Central by South Central campaign at the Community Coalition. Oscar has had the honor of participating in national programs like the Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship, the University of California Washington Program, the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund Policy Fellowship, and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute. In 2018, he became an Inaugural Fellow for Community Coalition’s Organizing Fellowship.www.cocosouthla.org
(Airdate 5/16/23) Kenya K. Stevens is a relationships expert, love coach, best-selling author, wife, and mother of three. Kenya attended Howard University in Washington D.C. where she graduated in 1997 with a degree in Education/ Child Psychology. She is founder of Progressive Love Academy, a worldwide love coaching conglomerate and online Love Academy. S. Stevens also stars in the show Seeking Brother Husband on the TLC Channel.www.progressiveloveacademy.com
(Airdate 5/16/23) Horace Cooper is a senior fellow with the National Center for Public Policy Research, chairman of the Project 21 National Advisory Board and a legal commentator. Horace taught constitutional law at George Mason University in Virginia and was a senior counsel to U.S. House Majority Leader Dick Armey.www.nationalcenter.org
(Airdate 5/16/23) Keenan Anderson was a 31 year-old teacher who died after being repeatedly tased by the LAPD. His death has led to widespread protests and questioning of the role of armed police in traffic stops. In this podcast we get an update on the case and remember Keenan on his heavenly birthday. We also take a look at the recent killing of an alleged shoplifter by a San Francisco security guard and the latest call to action from Black Lives Matter.www.blmla.com www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 5/15/23) Robert Daylin Brown is a writer, men’s development coach, and college professor in southern California with over 25 years of experience ineducation. He is the author of the book Joker to King: Your Comprehensive Guide to Manhood. Dr. Brown is this month’s friend with a whole lot to say about dating, relationships and single life. He joins Dominique to stir the pot and make us think about our love lives on a Messy Monday.www.jokertoking.com
(Airdate 5/15/23) Meditation instructor, life coach, astrologer, numerologist, yoga teacher and sound bath expert Saharah Ali starts our week with intentionality. A guided meditation, affirmation and astrological insights are all part of this short for podcast.In addition Ali breaks down the role of “Mercury Retro-shade” as we move out of retrograde and into its long vibrational shadow. For consultations call (213) 628-9783.www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 5/15/23) Ed Sanders joins Dominique for a lively agree-to-disagree conversation on local headlines and hot topics. Is the LA City Council acting with enough urgency to make real change in how we help unsheltered people? Can the Lakers beat Denver in six? What’s the deal with Ja Morant? And will a new lawsuit against the LAPD reveal hidden truths about a SWAT- involved law enforcement gang? Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 5/12/23) As seen on FOX, BET and OWN Network, Robin Ayers is an Author, Speaker and Entertainment Host who focuses o inspiring and motivational stories from your favorite celebrities and everyday achievers.She can be heard weekdays 6P-7P on KBLA Talk 1580.IG: @RobinAyers @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 5/12/23) People call in and call out everything from taxes to environmental racism…To how Joe Biden says the word “Black.” We know. It's a lot. www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 5/12/23) Dominique. Sherri and the KBLA Delegation celebrated Mothers Day by talking sports, politics and community organizing. From the Governor's position on reparations to the Oakland teachers strike and how it could impact low income folks nationwide…From the Lakers to our mothers…We’ve gor a lot to talk about.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 5/11/23) Nithya Raman is an urban planner, a working mother, an immigrant to America, and a member of the Los Angeles City Council representing District 4. She ran for City Council in 2019 and won a historic victory, becoming the first Asian-American woman and the first South Asian ever to serve on the City Council, and the first challenger in 17 years to defeat a sitting City Councilmember. Raman is also the Mayor of LA’s appointee to the South Coast Air Quality Management Board.
(Airdate 5/11/23) Joseph WIlliams is Director of Operations and Campaigns with Students Deserve and a core member of BLMLA. On this podcast Joseph shares his story, from his incarceration at age 13 to his current status as a respected grassroots organizer. Dominique and Joseph put a progressive lens on everything from the new Sheriff’s department budget to the codification of Black Student Achievement initiative into the teacher's union.
(Airdate 5/11/23) Dominique goes solo and goes off - taking aim at Govern Gavin Newsom’s recent refusal to endorse cash reparations following the state task force’s recommendations. DiPrima also takes on disgraced Councilman Kevin DeLeon and breaks down the many celebrity bidders who’d like to own BET.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 5/10/23) Award-winning rapper, producer, and champion of healthy living—Khnum Ibomu, widely known as "Stic" from the revolutionary but gangsta hip hop duo, dead prez, has inspired millions with his music and lifestyle. In his new book The 5 Principles: A Revolutionary Path to Health, Inner Wealth and Knowledge of Self, he brings the lessons he's learned to a wider audience. IG: @Stic
(Airdate 5/10/23) Arielle Winfield is a dynamic entrepreneur with a Wall Street background in Private Wealth Management Marketing. Now, Winfield is a tech founder & CEO, an independent consultant, content creator, and public speaker focused on the intersection of business and wellness. Winfield is the Founder and CEO of Sessions (soon-to-be launched platform) on a mission to empower content creation careers through community, technology, and financial opportunity.www.sessionsmp.com www.ariellewinfield.com
(Airdate 5/10/23) Quentin Strode is a community economic development leader dedicated to offering equitable financial solutions for marginalized businesses of color. Leveraging his expertise as a former executive for Bank of America and U.S. Bank, Quentin takes on a comprehensive approach to bridging the capital access gap for underserved community entrepreneurs and small business owners. As the new leader of the Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation Strode is building even more ways to educate and fund Black and BIPOC businesses. (213) 753-2335www.vsedc.org
(Airdate 5/9/23) Joyce Guy is an actress, playwright, filmmaker and choreographer. Joyce is a founding member, and a co-chair and the treasurer of the Black Association of Documentary Filmmakers West (BADWest) in Los Angeles. Tiffany Judkins is a producer and filmmaker whose work has appeared on PBS, Discovery and ABC. Tiffany is founder of Kinship Filmworks, a production company specializing in socially impactful commercials and documentaries. The podcast looks at how documentarians are telling our stories, preserving our history and literally putting a Black lens on the public narrative.www.dayofblackdocs.org www.badwest.org
(Airdate 5/9/23) Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, an abolitionist, was born and raised in the 2nd District of Los Angeles County. A graduate of Hampton University and Howard University School of Law, Attorney Person-Lynn mainly practices criminal defense and civil rights. On thiis podcast Attorney Person-Lynn, Dominique and the KBLA delegation have a convo that is both heated and nuanced about how to protect our right to bear arms while stopping the daily bloodbaths in this country.IG: @LincolnLawyerLA @diprimaradio
(Airdate 5/9/23) Dominique goes solo to call out lawmakers who are slowing down Mayor Bass’s quest to shelter the houseless, unpack the momentum to take armed officers out of traffic stops, celebrate the resurgence of the L.A. Lakers and more…It’s live, local and unapologeticwww.kbla1580.com www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 5/8/23) Attorney Connie Rice is a top civil rights lawyer, author and public intellectual known for fighting systemic inequality with coalition lawsuits that have helped millions in poor neighborhoods. The cases she led have won over $10 billion in monetary damages and policy changes. And her cases include the largest civil rights settlement in US history in the Bus Riders Union v MTA class action lawsuit. On this podcast Attorney Rice exposes the Republican authoritarian oligarchical long game and how Dems need to wake up to the kind of fight they are in while we still have a constitution.www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 5/8/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work.On this podcast Saharah Ali explains the impact of Venus in Cancer, speaks on emotional management and leaves us with a powerful affirmation. (213) 628-9783www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 5/8/23) Fannie Lou Hamer Institute Founder Akili joins Dominique for a closer look at Left Coast issues. Are certain Los Angeles city council members undermining Mayor Karen Basses moves to house the unsheltered? What does Saturday's action by the state Reparations Task Force really mean? And what is happening with the LAPD’s quest to obtain a robot dog? https://fannielouhamerinstitute.org/
(Airdate 5/5/23) L.A.’s newest class of slumlords have little oversight and are raking in taxpayer money hand over fist, with even more on track to be given to them thanks to programs like Project Roomkey and the newly created Inside Safe. So who exactly are these slumlords? Award-winning Gen X journalist Jasmyne Cannick investigates.www.IamJasmyne.com
(Airdate 5/5/23) Ray Grady has gained recognition in the comedy world as one of the most eminent comedians of his time and was selected to premiere a half-hour special on Comedy Central for "Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level" TV series in 2017. He continues traveling the country, headlining his "Alpha Male Comedy Tour".Instagram: @GradyComedy
(Airdate 5/5/23) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast Ed & Dominique look to the left coast…From the Lakers to Senator Feinstein…From the working houseless…To the Menendez brothers.Twitter: @EdwardMSanders
(Airdate 5/4/23) Professor, Author and Metaphor Club Founder Dr. Lawrence Ross wrote an op-ed for the Huffington Post that has unleashed a firestorm of conversation on the state of Black comedy. Stand up comic/educator and financial advisor Dwanye Mooney is pushing back hard as a guy who is conscious but also in the business ofcomedy. This podcast is a heated convo about everyone from Mo’Nique to Dave Chapelle to Kountry Wayne to Richard Pryor: what’s relevant, what’s toxic and what are the rules?www.themetaphorclub.comhttps://mooneytwinslive.wordpress.com/about/Friday
(Airdate 5/4/23) Dominique and the KBLA delegation read between the headlines on everything from the murder of a houseless man on a New York Subway to the state of the economy to the cringey candidacy of Robert Kennedy Jr. We are putting a Black progressive lens on the issues from sea to shining sea.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 5/4/23) Dr. David C. Turner III is a Professor in UCLA’s Department of Social Welfare and Co-Director of the Million Hoods Project. An activist scholar from Inglewood, California, Dr. Turner is also an organizer with BLMLA. He received his doctorate in the Social and Cultural Studies in Education program at UC Berkeley.Twitter: @Dr_Kunta23
(Airdate 5/3/23) Since his first Facebook post went viral in 2014, Wayne’s career continues to climb, while garnering a loyal fan base.His widely popular sketches draw in millions of viewers daily across Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube channel, featuring original characters written by Wayne. Wayne’s career highlights include being named one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” in 2021, starring in the BET original Christmas rom-com “Holiday Heartbreak” (2021), featured on MTV’s “Wild ‘N Out” with Nick Cannon, and releasing his debut EP, “Drip & Zay”. Wayne has established himself as one of the hottest touring comedians in the country. His book Help Is On the Way: Stay Up and Live your Truth was released in April 2023 and his first Netflix special is planned for later this year.www.kountrywayne.com
(Airdate 5/3/23) Grilled Fraiche began in 2015 as a food truck in South Central Los Angeles offering a fusion of global cuisine. They opened their first brick-and-mortar two years later and now have 3 locations and counting. Founder, Peace Love Reedburg, strives for each location to be a sacred space through our designs, menu, music, and hand-selected team. Their mission is to provide wellness and high vibrations to limited access communities in LA while expanding to other neighborhoods.https://www.grilledfraiche.com/
(Airdate 5/3/23) Dr. Rosie Milligan calls herself a woman who knows no limits. She is a Registered Nurse, Author, a Los Angeles based Financial Advisor, a Senior Estate Planner, Business and a Credit Consultant. She also holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration. Dr. Milligan lectures nationally on economic empowerment, diversity in the workplace, and male/female relationships. Dr. Milligan owns the largest and fastest-growing African American female-owned publishing house in the nation.
(Airdate 5/2/23) Eva Jane Bunkley is a celebrity makeup artist,award-winning filmmaker, and entrepreneur with nearly thirty years in the beauty industry. She has earned two Emmy awards, made time to pen a book and invented the Makeup Bullet®:HiDef Cosmetic Finger Sponge. Linda Stokes, creator of LSO Designs, has emerged as the hottest designer to wardrobe Hollywood’s most celebrated superstars. Her clientele ranges from Beyoncé, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez to Cher, Janet Jackson to Faith Hill, Britney Spears to Sade, Macy Gray to Shakira, Diddy to Ozzy Osbourne, not to mention N’SYNC, Jessica Simpson, TLC and Patti LaBelle.IG: @LSODesigns @iamevajane @diprimaradio
(Airdate 5/2/23) Tabatha L. Jones Jolivet, PhD (she/her) is an abolitionist organizer, educator, minister, and scholar. She is an associate professor in the School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences at Azusa Pacific University. She co-authored, White Jesus: The Architecture of Racism in Religion and Education (Peter Lang, 2018). She is an organizer with Black Lives Matter Grassroots, Black Lives Matter-Los Angeles, and Clergy 4 Black Lives.www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 5/2/23) Dominque and the KBLA delegation stand in solidarity with WGGA writers strike and as usual they have a lot to say about it.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 5/1/23) Meditation instruction, life coach and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads us is a short form meditation, and affirmation to set our intention for the week ahead. She also explains the impact of Pluto retrograde until July 11th and why Friday's eclipse in Scorpio may make it more likely that folks will develop loose lips and spill all the tea. Reach Saharah’s Assistant at (213) 628-9783www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 5/1/23) High School Teacher and UTLA Organizer Bryant Odega joins Dominique to look at the upcoming fights and recent victories in labor. They go in depth about the Black Student Achievement Plan and why the teachers union included it in their most recent contract.Twitter/IG: @BryantOdega
(Airdate 4/28/23) Single Moms Planet was founded by model and television host Neferteri Plessy, who is also the Founder of Elevated Strategist, a company which works with private clients on branding and business coaching. Single Moms Planet strives to give single moms the advantages they need to succeed in life and business.www.singlemomsplanet.org
(Airdate 4/28/23) KBLA’s savvy callers weigh in on an open meeting in Leimert Park between Mayor Karen Bass, the coalition of community organizations that organize the People’s Budget Los Angeles and members of the public. A project led by Black Lives Matter Los Angeles, the People's Budget Los Angeles allows every day Angelenos to have a voice in how their tax dollars are spent. It’s not too late to weigh in.www.peoplebudgetla.com
(Airdate 4/27/23) Project 21 member Craig DeLuz is the founder of the Uncommon Sense Media Group. He has almost 30 years in media, political advocacy, policy analysis and grassroots activism. He is President & CEO for 2A News Corporation, as well as Spokesman for the California Republican Assembly, the golden state’s largest and fastest growing Republican volunteer organization.Twitter/IG/FB @CraigDeLuz
(Airdate 4/27/23) Dr. David C. Turner III is a Professor in the Department of Social Welfare at UCLA. Turner is an activist scholar from Inglewood, California who received his doctorate in the Social and Cultural Studies in Education program at UC Berkeley, where his research focuses on youth-based social movements, political identity, and resistance to the prison regime. David has published in Abolition: a Journal of Insurgent Politics, the Journal of Critical Studies in Higher Education. Twitter/IG: @Dr_Kunta23
(Airdate 4/26/23) After years of silence, Bianca Dickerson Williams -- an L.A. mother who suffered catastrophic life-altering injuries at UCLA Medical Center during the delivery of her second child - - began speaking out about her experience. She traveled to Washington, DC to tell her story on Capitol Hill and is suing the hospital. Bianca is now discussing the role of racism in health care and the lack of understanding that all women of color, regardless of their socioeconomic status, are at risk of abuse and mistreatment in the delivery room.
(Airdate 4/26/23) 2nd Call founder, legendary peacemaker and opportunity-creator Skipp Townsend shares his memories of Singer/Actor/Activist Harry Belafonte and how Mr. Belafonte made a huge difference in the intervention/prevention urban peace movement. www.2ndcall.org
(Airdate 4/26/23) Robert Daylin Brown is a writer, men’s development coach, and college professor in southern California with over 25 years of experience in education. He is also the former west coast regional director and current executive board member of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship Incorporated, an organization increasing the college graduation rates of Black men while promoting ethical standards. His award-winning bestselling book is Joker to King: Your Comprehensive Guide to Manhoodwww.jokertoking.com
(Airdate 4/26/23) Journalist James Farr of the L.A. Progressive unpacks the latest on the case of Anthony McClain to uncover what the new report by the Office of Independent Review has repealed and what it says about the killing of Anthony McClain and the patterns and practices of the Pasadena PD.www.laprogressive.com
(Airdate 4/25/23) Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. His current research includes two forthcoming books: The Counter-Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery, Jim Crow and the Roots of U.S. Fascism and Revolting Capital: Racism and Radicalism in Washington, D.C., 1918-1968. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University.https://www.uh.edu/class/history/faculty-and-staff/horne_g/#:~:text=Research%20Interests-,Dr.,%2C%20D.C.%2C%201918%2D1968.
Paying Tribute to Harry Belafonte and Reading Between the Headlines(Airdate 4/25/23) www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 4/25/23) Fannie Lou Hamer Institute Founder and BLMLA organizer Akili is calling for all of us to add our two cents on participatory budgeting. Dominique and Akili also look at why the 2026 California Governor’s race is already making headlines, the Biden re-election strategy and what it means that right wing radio host Larry Elder has jumped in the presidential race.www.thepeoplesbudgetla.comed by one
(Airdate 4/24/23) Ayize and Aiyana Ma’at, high school sweethearts, have been together for 27 years and married for 20. Ayize is a Trained Functional Family Therapist & Professional Social Worker. He is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. Aiyana is a Trained Psycho-therapist & Clinical Social Worker. Mrs. Ma’at is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. On this podcast we look at key elements to maintain closeness and connection in your committed relationship.www.blackloveandmarriage.com www.BLAMChallenge.com IG: @BlackLoveandMarriage
(Airdate 4/24/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah breaks down the energy of Mercury retrograde and looks at the gift of Taurus season. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 4/21/23) Marie Deary is a common-sense advisor that offers people control over their lives and their futures by showing them how to get control of their finances. She has made it her mission to help simplify money matters, increasing financial literacy both now and for the future. An expert on everything from personal finance, debt elimination/management, and retirement planning and mortgage options, Marie Deary takes the complicated world of personal finance and makes it accessible to all. She is a UCLA, MBA and Stanford graduate and has a track record for saving thousands of homes from foreclosure. Her Financial Literacy podcast is streaming Saturday 4/22/23 moderated by Dominique.www.wealthmanagementlb.com
(Airdate 4/21/23) Ed and Dominique chop it up on local hot topics from Mayor Karen Bass’s State of the City address to the future of water, especially in communities of color.Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio @KBLA1580
(Airdate 4/20/23) A cannapreneur, Bonita “Bo” Money is one of the few women of color in the emerging, billion dollar cannabis business. She is also an advocate for Cannabis social equity programs nationwide. She is founder of The National Diversity & Inclusion Cannabis Alliance (NDICA) which works to create equitable employment and ownership opportunities in the hemp and cannabis space. www.TheNDICA.Org
(Airdate 4/20/23) The City of Compton is pushing back hard against cannabis inside its city limits including the recent shutdown of at least nine illegal dispensaries in the city and lawsuits filed against over 30 different defendants including operators of unlicensed marijuana operations, their landlords, and financial institutions and lenders who provided financial support to the illegal businesses. Compton’s Illegal Dispensaries Task Force has been around for just six months and they have already completely demolished one illegal dispensary. Councilmember Andre Spicer represents the 2nd District of the City of Compton. Attorney David Welch is the Special Council for the city in this effort. www.comptoncity.org
(Airdate 4/20/23) Pastor Cue Jn Marie of Skid Row's Church Without WallsTHE ROW is "The Church Without Walls", or as parishioners like to call it, “The Street Church”. “We have no building to meet, worship or pray in, but that suits us just fine considering the majority of our congregation is used to sleeping under the open night sky. Every Friday, for the last 15 years, we've faithfully held service, worshiped, prayed and fed those who were hungry for food and the Word of God in the heart of Skid Row, Los Angeles – America’s homeless capital.” ~ Pastor Cuewww.therowla.com www.creatingjustice.la
(Airdate 4/19/23) Loretta J. Ross teaches a course on White Supremacy, Human Rights and Calling In the Calling Out Culture at Smith College. She has taught at Hampshire College, Arizona State University and Smith College as a visiting professor of clinical practice teaching courses on White Supremacy in the Age of Trump, Race and Culture in America and Reproductive Justice. She has co-written three books on reproductive justice: Undivided Rights: Women of Color Organize for Reproductive Justice; Reproductive Justice: An Introduction; and Radical Reproductive Justice: Foundations, Theory, Practice, Critique. Her current book is Calling in the Calling Out Culture.www.lorettajross.com
(Airdate 4/19/23) Emerging author Russell Kirkman aims to reveal a path of simple and effective solutions to achieving happiness in everyday life in his book Maybe It’s Me? available at Amazon and other online retailers. Mr. Kirman also does motivational speaking, conferences and individual consultation.www.maybeitsme.org
(Airdate 4/19/23) Dina R. Andrews is a Neighborhood Empowerment Advocate. She has spent over 4 decades as an advocate for the people. Whether talent or executives she’s worked with in the entertainment industry, people that have crossed her path in ministry, or the constituents and stakeholders of the City of Los Angeles. Ms. Andrews holds a BS in Organizational Leadership from Azusa Pacific University, and an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Theology. She is a graduate of the LAAAWPI, LACICleantech Incubator, and AABLI. Vanessa Serrano is the Interim General Manager for the City of Los Angeles, Department of Neighborhood Empowerment. Vanessa was recently appointed by Mayor Karen Bass to lead the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (aka) “EmpowerLA.” EmpowerLA supports' 99 neighborhood councils in meeting their mission to increase civic participation and make government more responsive to local needs. Reach the friendly folks at the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment at (213) 978-1551
(Airdate 4/18/23) Lisa Cortés, is an Academy Award®-nominated and Emmy-winning film producer and celebrated director. The film Precious (2009), which she executive produced, received the Grand Jury Prize for best drama at the Sundance Film Festival. Her early career as a music executive was launched at the iconic Def Jam label and Rush Artist Management. Produced by Bungalow Media + Entertainment for CNN Films and HBO Max, in association with Rolling Stone Films, director Lisa Cortés’ Sundance opening night documentary LITTLE RICHARD: I AM EVERYTHING tells the story of the Black queer origins of rock n’ roll. It hits movie theaters 4/21/23 and is available on demand. www.littlericharddocumentary.com
(Airdate 4/18/23) Dubbed “The Wealth Whisperer,” self-made millionaire and wealth building coach, Alicia Holmes, has built a successful career empowering women to begin their journey to wealth and financial freedom through her company,Journey to Wealth (JTW).Breaking through generational wealth gaps can be daunting, and women of color consistently fall behind in achieving financial freedom.www.journey-to-wealth.com IG: @journeytoweath_womeninaction
(Airdate 4/18/23) Dominique DiPrima is currently the host and producer of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima on KBLA Talk 1580 where she is making radio history as the first African American woman to host a commercial drive-time talk show in Los Angeles. Prior to helping to launch Tavis Smiley’s talk radio startup, Dominique was host and producer of the early morning talk show The Front Page with Dominique DiPrima on Stevie Wonder’s Los Angeles radio station KJLH 102.3-FM for 17 years. In addition, Ms. DiPrima acted as Co-Host and Senior Producer for the syndicated Michael Baisden Show and Co-host and News Director for The Steve Harvey Morning Show. On television Ms. DiPrima hosted Home Turf for 8 seasons on KRON-TV garnering 5 Emmy Awards. www.dominiquediprima.com IG/Twitter/YouTube: @diprimaradio
(Airdate 4/17/23) Mrs. Syphax has been featured in The New York Times, Oprah Daily, Essence, Forbes, Philadelphia Magazine, and on ABC’s 20/20 and BET Digital. She is a wife, mother, marketing executive by day as well as a dating coach by night. Her new biography, “Second Act: Living Boldly and Abundantly at Every Age,” aims to empower women to embrace and live a purposeful life no matter the age.www.JustthePhax.com
(Airdate 4/17/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah speaks to the transit of Venus in Mercury and urges us to think before we speak.www.saharahali.com (213) 628-9783
(Airdate 4/17/23) Passionate about social activism and proclaiming a theology open and accessible to all, Edward Anderson is a third generation Pastor who serves the historic McCarty Memorial Christian Church located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles. Previous to McCarty Memorial CC, Edward served as Assistant Minister at Burbank First Christian where he was affectionately known as Pastor Eddie. Twitter: @PastorEddieA @diprimaradio
(Airdate 4/15/23) Senator Smallwood-Cuevas was elected in 2022 representing the communities of Ladera Heights, View Park, Arlington Heights, Arlington Park, Baldwin Hills, Carthay, Century City, Cheviot Hills, Crenshaw, Del Rey, Downtown, Hyde Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, Mar Vista, Mid City, South Los Angeles, University Park, West Adams, and West LA. Lola is an educator, labor organizer, and community activist. www.sd28.senate.ca.gov
(Airdate 4/15/23) Labor organizer Sherri Bell joins Dominique to tackle tough local topics.IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @diprimaradio
(Airdate 4/13/23) Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a highly respected celebrity cosmetic dermatologist providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. For over 20 years, he has offered natural and alternative approaches to dermatological problems, including acne and eczema, to help his patients look and feel their best. On this podcast we look at the trend of body sculpting and enhancement. Dr Wallace gives insights on the latest trends and techniques and how to stay safe in the body sculpting space.www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com
(Airdate 4/13/23) Dominique speaks on the killing of Ronald Greene by Louisiana State Troopers and the stunning fact that it is the first time in the state’s history that law enforcement is being held legally accountable for killing a Black man. The KBLA Delegation talks politics, gun control, pop culture and the Supreme Court.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 4/13/23) Tim Kornegay, Director LivFree CA.Tim is a lifelong resident of South Central Los Angeles. Since gaining his freedom after 22 years of incarceration, Tim joined LA Voice as an Americorp Vista fellow, ultimately earning a staff position as a Reentry and Proposition 47 organizer. On this podcast the focus is on Black-centerd organizing, local politics including the question of Senator Dianne Feinstein and the rights of incarcerated children. www.LiveFree.Com
(Airdate 4/12/23) Rice is a top civil rights lawyer, author and public intellectual known for fighting systemic inequality with coalition lawsuits that have helped millions in poor neighborhoods. The cases she led have won over $10 billion in monetary damages and policy changes. And her cases include the largest civil rights settlement in US history in the Bus Riders Union v MTA class action lawsuit. On this podcast Dominique and Attorney Rice take on lawless lawmakers from Donald Trump to Jim Jordan and look at what it says about what we might see in the future tactics of the GOP.https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Connie-Rice/44024037
(Airdate 4/12/23) Dominique and the KBLA delegation take on some of the toughest topics of the day in this freewheeling convo.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 4/12/23) This week on Wealth Building Wednesday we meet an author who is on a mission to help Black families build wealth. He is the author of "Financial Freedom: Doing Nothing is an Option" www.EdmundHMoore.Com
(Airdate 4/12/23) James Farr is a Journalist, Producer, Film Documentarian & Member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). On this podcast we look at the case of Christopher Ballew who was brutally beaten by the Pasadena Police Department. This week the city settled. Dominique and James put the First Things First spotlight on Pasadena, Altena and parts east. Twitter: @JamesFarrLive www.laprogressive.com
(Airdate 4/11/23) Captivating vocalist, songwriter and producer Madison McFerrin releases her new, self-produced single “God Herself.” It is the third single from her forthcoming debut album I Hope You Can Forgive Me. Madison has enjoyed a fruitful independent career, spanning three EPs and multiple collaborations but her new album represents an evolution in her career as she finds ways to improvise and self-produce in the midst of an ever changing global pandemic landscape. I Hope You Can Forgive Me North American tour kicks off May 20 with tickets available on Madison’s website.www.madisonmcferrin.com IG: @madmcferrin
(Airdate 4/11/23) Melissa Ortiz serves the National Center for Public Policy Research as the organization’s Senior Advisor for the Able Americans Project. She was honored to serve as President Trump’s Commissioner of the Administration on Disabilities. The first female board member of The Conservative Caucus, one of the oldest conservative groups in existence.https://nationalcenter.org/programs/able-americans/
(Airdate 4/11/23) Dominique takes on local news topics from Kevin de Leon's possible re-election bid to Gov. Newson's emergency supply of abortion pills, and the phone lines are hot on this Talking Point Tuesday.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 4/10/23) For over 30 years, Zoran Basich has guided the elderly and families through complex Government Regulations. He continues to help Middle Class Families protect and preserve their hard-earned assets while obtaining Government Benefits to pay for Skilled Nursing Home Care. As CEO and founder of the Glendale-based company, Nursing Home Solutions. Zoran is currently considered one of the nation’s pre-eminent experts in Long-Term Care. On this podcast Zoran shares how we canprotect ourselves and our loved ones from the current purge of Medicaid/Medical and other earned benefits.www.nhscare.com
(Airdate 4/10/23) Dominique and the KBLA callers take on tough national issues and seek progressive answers to hard questions.www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 4/10/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. Today, Saharah encourages us to practice consistent reflection for progress and growth during this cycle of clearing and closure. www.saharahali.com (213) 628-9783
(Airdate 4/10/23) Audrena Redmond, M.A., is Program Director for Anti-Racism Social Justice with the California Faculty Association, the largest post-secondary higher education labor union in the country. Her work includes identifying policy and practice changes, developing and facilitating anti-racism workshops, organizing equity conferences, producing and hosting a podcast, Radio Free CSU, available on Apple podcast, SoundCloud and at http://www.calfac.org/radio-free-csu. Audrena is a co-founding organizer of the Long Beach chapter of Black Lives Matter. She is the Director of Training and Political Education for Black Lives Matter Grassroots.IG: @BLMLBC @BLMGrassroots
(Airdate 4/7/23) Ben Guillory Co-Founder, CEO and Producing Artistic Director of the Robey Theatre Company. David Bollar is a Director, actor and acting teacher with Theater of Arts Acting School. The Robey opens the play “A Heated Discussion” on May 20th. “Zooman and the Sign” opens at the Zephyr Theater on May 12th.www.therobeytheatrecompany.org www.TOA.edu
(Airdate 4/7/23) Award-winning journalist and Democratic strategist Jasmyne Cannick joins Dominique to read between the headlines and stir the pot. www.IAmJasmyne.Com
(Airdate 4/7/23) Akili of BLMLA and the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute joins us for an update on Black Lives Matter Grassroots lawsuit against the (BLM) Global network Foundations. The city of Los Angeles going after independent journalists who report on police in retaliation for their publishing info on officers provided to them by the LAPD, how to remove Kevin DeLeon from office and so much more.www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 4/6/23) Niele Anderson is a talent and Senior Producer for Fox Soul TV and a contributor to the Los Angeles Sentinel. On this podcast Dominique ad Niele take a romp through the national political landscape putting a progressive lense on headlines and hot topics.IG: @nielela @diprimaradio
(Airdate 4/6/23) Diana began her career with the Department of Transportation as a Senior Management Analyst / Transportation Planner. Diana led the Department in many innovative mobility and Capital Improvement projects including MOVE Culver City, the Metro E-Line (Expo) Light Rail Culver City station, the CityBus Comprehensive Service Analysis, the Micromobility Program, Transportation Demand Management, NextCCBus and was instrumental in implementing the Culver CityBus Rapid Line. If you’re interested in applying for a job with the agency please visit www.culvercitybus.com
(Airdate 4/6/23) In this talk radio tour through local headlines and hot topics, Dominique focuses on the exploitation of incarcerated people and their families through predatory pricing on commissary items and phone calls. www.kbla1580.com www.stayhousedla.com
(Airdate 4/5/23) Kika Keith is a nationally-recognized momtrepreneur and activist whose early work began with her inner city youth orchestra Sweet Strings that has spanned over 20 years of hard work and innovation. From launching the first to market chlorophyll water Gorilla Life to her most recent success founding Gorilla Rx Wellness Co. becoming Los Angeles’ first Black Woman Owned Dispensary, Kika is no stranger to progress. She recently broke ground on her second property on Crenshaw Blvd, Gorilla University which will offer workforce development for formerly incarcerated individuals and emerging entrepreneurs.www.gorillarxwellness.com
(Airdate 4/5/23) Dominique brings you up to date on the Chicago Mayor’s race, today's legal action by Black Lives Matter Grassroots, the battle over the new categories that will be used to describe Black people on the census, a victory in Wisconsin, Marjorie Taylor Greens New York minute and more.www.dominiquediprima.com www.facebook.com/firstthingsfirstwithdominiquediprima
(Airdate 4/5/23) Photographer Carell Augustus has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Digital Imaging and Advertising from Brooks Institute of Photography. He has worked at premier studios such as Smashbox, and Quixote and assisted some of the biggest names in photography including Mario Testino and Matthew Rolston. He recently released an independent coffee table book on Black celebrities - where he recreates iconic scenes from TV, Movies, magazines and photographs: Black Hollywood Book Project.https://www.carellaugustus.com/black-hollywood-book-project
(Airdate 4/5/23) Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, an abolitionist, was born and raised in the 2nd District of Los Angeles County. A graduate of Hampton University and Howard University School of Law, Attorney Person-Lynn mainly practices criminal defense and civil rights.On this podcast we get a different perspective on the criminal charges facing former President Trump, look at what it means that 300 LAPD officers are suing the City of Los Angeles, argue over the Florida Governor’s stealth concealed carry law and touch on many more Left Coast hot topics.IG: @LincolnLawyerLA @diprimaradio
(Airdate 4/4/23) Ellis Cose is the author of a dozen books on issues of national and international concern, including the best-selling The Rage of a Privileged Class, a novel (The Best Defense), Democracy, If we Can Keep It, the definitive history of the American Civil Liberties Union and The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America. Cose holds a master’s degree in science, technology and public policy from George Washington University. On this podcast Cose pushes back on alternative theories on who killed Dr. King, works to restore a fuller pictue of King’s political impact and battles to take back Dr. King’s legacy from conservatives who co opt it.www.elliscose.com
(Airdate 4/4/23) Professor Ikard is a Professor of African American and Diaspora Studies at Vanderbilt University. He is the author/co-author of four books, including Breaking the Silence: Toward a Black Male Feminist Criticism and Nation of Cowards: Black Activism in Barack Obama's Post-Racial America. On this podcast we mark 55 years since the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr with little known insights on his life, legacy and his worldview.Twitter: @BlkEducator
(Airdate 4/4/23) The real legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, former President Donald Trump’s pending indictment, the state of Pan Africanism and ADOS/FBA agenda’s anti-Black agenda are hot topics. Twitter: @SamPKCollins
(Airdate 4/4/23) Dominique looks at a failed motion to close Men’s Central Jail and what it would truly take to get it done. Other Left Coast topics include the politics of water in a season of storms, the possibility of a pending Writer’s Guild strike and the fighting spirit of MRT.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 4/3/23) Carl E. Douglas is an attorney in private practice at Douglas / Hicks Law in Los Angeles. Although he is perhaps best known for his successful work as the Coordinator of O.J. Simpson’s criminal defense team, Mr. Douglas now represents plaintiffs in state and federal courts in his diverse civil litigation practice. Besides Mr. Simpson, Mr. Douglas has represented a broad cross section of celebrity athletes and entertainers in several high and low profile matters including Michael Jackson, Jamie Foxx, and Queen Latifah.www.douglashickslaw.com
(Airdate 4/3/23) Meditation instructor/Yoga teacher/Life Coach/Astrologer/Sound Bathologist Saharah Ali shares an affirmation and guides a mini meditation to start our week off with intentionality. Saharah asks the question “In what ways are you enslaving yourself?” for the full moon in Libra. www.saharahali.com (213) 628-9783
(3/31/23) Labor organizer and KBLA contributor Sherri Bell joins Dominique to talk about the facts, feelings and realities stemming from the conviction of South L.A. community pillar Councilman Mark Ridley Thomas…and take on the gravity of the moment and the issues of the day.
(3/31/23) Congressman Adam Schiff represents California's 30th Congressional District. In his 12th term in the House of Representatives, Schiff serves as a senior member of the House Committee on the Judiciary, which oversees the administration of justice within our nation's federal courts, federal administrative agencies, and federal law enforcement. www.schiff.house.gov
(3/31/23) KBLA callers have a lot to say about the verdict in the case of the US. vs. Mark Ridley Thomas. Community reaction to the conviction of the beloved longtime lawmaker and community organizer are heated and heartfelt.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 3/30/23) Kavon Ward is an award-winning spoken word artist and activist. Kavon is the founder of Justice for Bruce’s Beach and led the successful movement that made it possible for stolen land to be returned to the descendants of Black landowners, Willa and Charles Bruce. The descendants of the Bruces recently sold the reclaimed land to LA County for $20 million dollars. Kavon was named a 35th Senate District 2022 Woman of the Year by Senator Steven Bradford. Taye Hansberry is the great-granddaughter of real estate mogul Carl A. Hansberry, Sr. and 99-year-old Mamie Hansberry, sister to Lorraine Hansberry. Taye has led the charge for her family teaming up with the organization called Where Is My Land to fight for reparative justice for the theft of the family’s properties. This podcast tells their story. Could the Hansberys be the next Bruce’s Beach?www.whereismyland.org
(Airdate 3/30/23) Vanessa Griddine-Jones, J. D., LL.M is Executive Director of the Congressional Black Caucus Institute. In this role, she is responsible for leading the organization in fulfilling its mission of "educating today's voters and training tomorrow's leaders." www.cbcinstitute.org
(Airdate 3/29/23) Iona has been nominated for a 54th NAACP Image Award in the Outstanding Director In A Comedy Series category for her black-ish episode– "If A Black Man Cries in the Woods" (ABC). She has been Directing theater for many years, helping actors create their one-person shows and directing them. On this podcast she shares her Hollywood journey and how to stay encouraged. IG: African Royal Cuisine.IG: IonaLotofGold
(Airdate 3/29/23) This we put the wealth building spotlight on a Ghanaian family-owned restaurant in Inglewood, California. Owner Nana Atta Yeboah says his royal lineage from Ghana and classic dishes like fufu and jollof rice will make your visit . Stop by 4956 West Century Blvd in Inglewood and Mr. Yeboah is happy to share his customs and culture along with lunch or dinner. Find them on FB and Tik Tok as Royal Cuisine. (424) 535-6510.
(Airdate 3/29/23) Black Lives Matter Grassroots shares breaking news on their court hearing against Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation (GNF) and “Shalomyah” Bowers, a highly-paid consultant, who took nearly $2.2 million in consulting fees in 2020 alone. Now GNF and Bowers are attempting to block the people who birthed and built the movement from having their day in court using a legal maneuver meant to protect ordinary people from giant corporations - an anti-SLAPP motion. GNF is trying to convince a judge that the legal action by BLM Grassroots violates their first amendment rights. On this podcast, Attorney Mosley and Dr. Abdullah point out that although fundraising is a first amendment right, committing fraud and theft is not. They are working to ensure that Black Lives Matter Grassroots is granted the opportunity to present the people’s case and hold GNF and unscrupulous consultants accountable. www.BLMGrassroots.org
(Airdate 3/28/23) Dr. Bridget Williams, MD, is an established board-certified family physician, author and CEO of Green Harvest Health, medical cannabis and integrative clinics in Ohio. She has nearly 20 years of experience in family medicine. Though controversial and often vilified, cannabis has changed the lives of many people with its medicinal properties and as a source of income. In her book, Dr. Bridget Williams has brought together eighteen diverse authors from the world of cannabis to discuss how it changed their lives for the better. COURAGE IN CANNABIS is available on Amazon, Walmart and Barnes-Nobles and books stores across the U.S.www.greenharvest.health
(Airdate 3/28/23) Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney with a specialty in criminal defense since 1994. Nana graduated from Cornell University and earned her law degree from UCLA’s School of Law. She is the Executive Director of Black Alliance for Just Immigration. This podcast covers everything from Irvo Otieno to Cop City…Kamala in Africa to 39 Migrants dying in custody…The International Criminal Court to Landlord protections and tenants rights.www.BAJI.org Twitter: @BAJITweet @AttorneyNana
(Airdate 3/28/23) Dominique surveys local headlines and hot topics with a special emphasis on the rights of tenants in the post covid-protections era.IG/Twitter/YouTube: @diprimaradio
(Airdate 3/27/23) Dr. Ramel Smith is the co-author of the book entitled "Building Better Men." He is the founder of BLAQUESMITH Psychological Consultative Services, LLC. On this podcast he breaks down how western individualism manifests in our marriages and urges us to take a look at the old ways of arranged marriage and the tradition of prioritizing the collective good.Twitter: @blaquesmith2 www.blaquesmith.com
(Airdate 3/27/23) (Airdate 2/13/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah.www.saharahali.com (213) 628-9783
(Airdate 3/27/23) SEIU 99 Union has made a tentative deal, the jury is out in the trial of Council Member Mark Ridley Thomas, another big storm is on the way and we’ve got a lot to talk about.www.dominiquediprima.com
(3/24/23) V. Shayne Frederick is a jazz vocalist, pianist, recording artist, composer and educator with performances spanning two decades. He has been featured at a multitude of music fests, museums, and jazz clubs throughout the country. An ASCAP member, V. Shayne also scores for film and commercials. V. Shayne currently is an Adjunct Professor at The University of the Arts and the Governor of the Recording Academy for the Philadelphia chapter.YouTube: V. Shayne Frederick Twitter: @Vshaynef www.vshayne.com
(3/24/23) On January 22, 2023 Altadena Sheriff’s Deputies fatally shot Charles Towns. According to the family’s attorney, Caree Harper, deputies stayed in their car watching Towns, who was having a mental health episode, and did not intervene until he was already stabbing an elderly woman. Harper says the weapon was a pair of children’s craft scissors and fortunately the elder only suffered minor injuries. CharlesTowns was not so fortunate. Deputies opened fire, paused when they had him down, and then executed him in a hail of bullets, so many shots one cop actually pushed another cop's arm down to stop her from continuing to shoot. Barsha Knox is the mother of Towns' two teenage sons. This podcast is the story of further terror allegedly unleashed on the family after the father was stolen from them. The family #sayhisname #CharlesTowns #AltadenaSheriff #PasadenaPolicewww.https://www.careeharper.com/
(3/23/23) Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University.Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews.
(3/23/23) Lawrence West helped found Black Lives Matter Richmond Virginia following massively successful campaigns to take down confederate monuments in his home state of Virginia following the murder of George Floyd. What started as a tiny organization feeding the community known as The Kitchen, evolved into a cadre called The Occupiers that spent more than a year camped out on Monument Avenue to demand the removal of confederate statues. The organization broadened its mission and became one of 26 chartered chapters of Black Lives Matter grassroots. The recent killing of Irvo Otieno by sheriffs and staff inside a mental health facility underlines the urgency of their ongoing activism.
(3/23/23) Dominique goes solo to put a progressive lens on local headlines and hot topics. Mayor Bass’s first 100 days, the SEIU 99 school workers strike, storms statewide and a tornado in Montebello.www.dominiquediprima.com IG/Twitter/YouTube: @diprimaradio
(Airdate 2/22/23) Melina Abdullah is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. She is cofounder and lead organizer for Black Lives Matter Los Angeles - the nation's largest and most prolific BLM chapter. Dr. Abdullah is a scholar, Professor and former Chair of Pan-African Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. She earned her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Southern California in Political Science and her B.A. from Howard University in African American Studies. Melina has been organizing with Black Lives Matter since the genesis in 2013.www.blmla.org www.blmgrasssroots.org
(Airdate 2/22/23) Known as Preach, the lovable bad boy on All American, Kareem J. Grimes is a rising star on CW’s #1 show. In addition to All American, Kareem is a fan favorite also known for SWAT, NCIS, and For the Love of Jason, the new series on the ALLBLK streaming network. The late John Singleton gave Kareem his first opportunity as the Ice Cream Truck Kid with a few lines on Boyz in The Hood and he’s been working ever since. He’s currency in production in his first film as a leading man, slated for release in 2024 by BET+IG: @KareemGrimes
(Airdate 2/22/23) Self-made millionaire and wealth building coach, Alicia Holmes, has built a successful career empowering women to begin their journey to wealth and financial freedom through her company, Journey to Wealth. Holmes also created a decentralized autonomous organization, Disruptor DAO, to disrupt the racial wealth gap. Do you know the difference between being rich and being wealthy?www.journey-to-wealth.com
(Airdate 2/22/23) Wendy Gladney is a Life Strategist, Success Coach, Consultant, Author, and Speaker. Wendy continues to communicate her message in her weekly columns for both the Los Angeles Sentinel and the Inland Valley News. Ms. Gladney will lead the Season of Greatness Symposium at the Black Business Association "Salute to Black Women '' for Women's History Month on March 25th in Los Angeles.www.bbala.org www.wendygladney.com
(Airdate 3/21/23) Ashley Blakeney (she/her/hers) is a Los Angeles, CA/New Haven, CT based arts healing facilitator and program management professional. With a specific love for photography, expressive writing and music, Ashley holds a passion for using arts healing approaches to empower folks to utilize art as a tool of storytelling and healing. Ashley began her tenure as Executive Director of the Crenshaw Dairy Mart in July 2021. Autumn Breon investigates the visual vocabulary of liberation through a queer Black feminist lens. A graduate of Stanford University, she studied Aeronautics & Astronautics and researched aeronautical astrobiology applications for NASA. Autumn’s examination of contemporary art throughout the AfricanDiaspora began when she was living and working in South Africa. Through inquiry-based interaction, she invites audiences to participate in the examination of freedom, intersectional identities, and Diasporic memory. Crenshaw Dairy Mart is currently encouraging artists to apply for the 2025 FAACE Felowship.IG: @crenshawdairymart Email: info@crenshawdairymart.com
(Airdate 3/21/23) Akili is a lead organizer with Black Lives Matter LA. and founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He is a longtime community activist and political strategist. On this podcast he is live from Accra, Ghana where he is part of a team advocating for water justice in the motherland In commemoration of World Water Day 2023 on March 22nd. Akili joins civil society, labour, and community activists leading the Our Water, Our Right Africa Coalition (OWORAC). www.corporateaccountability.org www.africawateraction.org www.fannielouhamerinstitute.org
(Airdate 3/20/23) 8AM Kraig Smith is a Comedian, Actor and Youtuber based out of Los Angeles, CA. He is best known for his appearances on the Jeff Ross Roast of O’Dell Beckham, and ADD’s Roast Me, where he was rightfully named “Roast King.” Kraig has a style and delivery that is one of a kind. You won’t find an uncle, big brother, or father who gives you better advice than Thee Kraig Smith. From Kraig’s online opinions to the battle of the sexes, Kraig and Dominique are speaking on all things relationships.the Wage campaign to get a $15 minimum wage in the city of Los Angeles, and a wage enforcement division to enforce wage theft, and the ban the box ordinance. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @dipprimaradio
(Airdate 3/20/23) 7AM Areva is a Civil Rights Attorney, Author, Talk Show Host and CNN Legal Analyst. Dominique and Areva unpack and discuss the current case against suspended Los Angeles City Councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas. Where are we, and what should we expect from the remainder of this trial?
(Airdate 3/20/23) 7AM Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. Today, Saharah encourages us to release and embrace a new perspective as we celebrate this year’s Spring Equinox. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 3/20/23) 6AM Aurea Montes-Rodriguez is the Executive Vice President for the Community Coalition. Working with the organization for over 20 years, Aurea oversees the strategic direction of Community Coalition’s education reform campaigns to address the role policy plays in creating a more equitable society that can dismantle the school to prison pipeline and develop the next generation of leaders.
(Airdate 3/17/23) Marco Santana is director of engagement at LA Family Housing , a nonprofit that provides housing and supportive services to unhoused people. He has been vice president of the San Fernando Valley Young Democrats and Controller for the San Fernando Valley Democratic Party, and served as a local staffer for U.S. Rep. Tony Cárdenas and State Sen. Bob Hertzberg. Santana is a board member for the Mid-Valley YMCA and ICON CDC, a nonprofit that helps with small business development.
(Airdate 3/17/23) Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate as former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center. In addition she has worked on campaigns such as the Raise the Wage campaign to get a $15 minimum wage in the city of Los Angeles, and a wage enforcement division to enforce wage theft, and the ban the box ordinance. IG: @Sherri_de_la_Ghetto @dipprimaradio
(Airdate 3/16/23) Jarrhod ‘Rod’ Johnson is the Co-Founder and Chief Values Officer of BLK & Bold, the specialty coffee and tea company that prioritizes domestic social impact. Through their 5% For Our YouthProgram the brand donates to youth in need locally and nationally. Under Rod’s leadership Blk & Bold has donated $100,000 to youth in need. They are a B COrporation meaning they put purpose over profits. Find thrift fair trade coffee a Target, Albertsons and on Amazon.
(Airdate 3/16/23) Dr. Rosie Milligan is a Registered Nurse, Author, Financial Advisor, a Senior Estate Planner, Business and Credit Consultant. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration. Dr. Milligan lectures nationally on economic empowerment, managing diversity in the workplace, and male/female relationships. Dr. Milligan owns the largest and fastest-growing African American female publishing house in the nation. She is presenting her 27th Annual Black Writers on Tour Convention Saturday March 25, 2023 at The Carson Community Center.www.blackwritersontour.com
(Airdate 3/13/23) David Price serves as Director of Racial Equity for the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department. David has served as the Youth Minister at First A.M.E. Church of Los Angeles. David is a native of South Central Los Angeles and holds a bachelor’s from Georgetown University; as well as a Master of Divinity from Harvard Divinity School.https://civilandhumanrights.lacity.org/
(Airdate 3/13/23) Antoinette Scully is currently a National Organizer for the Unitarian Universalist Women’s Federation, a faith-based nonprofit that centers the justice needs of women and femmes. She co-founded the Valley Justice Coalition, an organization that creates justice projects centered in the San Fernando Valley and is a co-founder of the comprehensive sexual health education nonprofit, More Than Sex-Ed. She also serves as the Social Justice Chairperson at the First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles.https://www.antoinetteforla.com/
(Airdate 3/13/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work.On this podcast Saharah Ali explains the giant impact of Saturn moving into Pisces. She offers guided meditation and affirmation plus encouragement and insights to set our intentions focusing on what we want not what we don’t want. www..saharahali.com (213) 628-9783
(Airdate 3/10/23) Sherrell Dorsey is an American data journalist and entrepreneur.She is the founder and CEO of The Plug—a subscription news and insights platform serving as the business intelligence source for Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, and ecosystem leaders across the country. The Plug was the first Black business publication to be syndicated on the Bloomberg Terminal. www.tpinsights.com https://www.theblacktecheffect.com/
(Airdate 3/10/23) The KBLA delegation weighs in on why something sounds fishy about the kidnapping and murder in Matamoros. We also look at Tiger Woods troubles, Probation’s problems and how Huntington Beach is conspiring to keep Black & POC people out.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 3/10/23) Ed Sanders and Dominique DiPrima dissect a big jury award to hold a police officer personally accountable for harming a protester…ANd try to figure out daylight savings, the MRT trial and what all this rain means for water justice and drought. Leftcoast, local and unapologetic…We’ve got a lot to talk about. Twitter: @edwardmsanders @diprimaradio
(Airdate 3/9/23) Hugo Soto-Martinez was born and raised in Los Angeles. His parents immigrated here and worked as street vendors to give Hugo and his five siblings more opportunities than they had in Mexico. After his dad became disabled, Hugo started working at a non-union hotel at the age of 16 to help out his family. Shortly before graduating college, he joined with his coworkers to form a union – earning better working conditions and respect on the job. Hugo spent the last 16 years at UNITE HERE!, organizing with mostly immigrant women in the hotel industry to win healthcare, higher wages, and anti-harassment protections. On this podcast Soto-Martinez talks about his plans for Echo Park, the special houseless unit within his Council office, his take on Black/Brown unit, the meaning of “abolitionist” and his progressive philosophy.
Reading Between the Headlines w/ Dominique DiPrima-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
(Airdate 3/9/23) The “Lincoln Lawyer” mixes it up with Dominique on everything from DA George Gascon’s recent court loss, to the citywide tactical alert following the shooting of three L.A.P.D. officers, from Tyre Nichols to consent decrees to his unique brand of all out constitutional abolitionism. IG: @LincolnLawyer
(Rebroadcast Airdate 3/8/23 – Original Airdate 10/19/21) Anita Hill is a lawyer, legal scholar, educator, author and University Professor of Social Policy, Law, and Women’s and Gender Studies at Brandeis University. After the 1991 Senate confirmation hearings for U.S. Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas, Hill became a leading figure in the fight for women’s rights and against gender-based violence. She has written for The New York Times and Newsweek, and is a sought-after speaker. She received a Juris Doctor degree from Yale Law School and a bachelor's degree in Psychology with honors from Oklahoma State University.
(Airdate 3/8/23) LØVCHLD shoe designer, artist, and photographer Latoya Shaw shares her celebrity-collected shoes and LØVCHLD platform. The custom shoes she paints by hand are flying off the shelves and onto the red carpet. In addition to custom shoe commissions, she sells one-of-a-kind designs in various sizes on her website, www.lovchld.com. Her photography highlights her artistic vision and first film is due out in April.
(Airdate 3/7/23) Kristin Henning is a nationally recognized advocate, author, trainer, and consultant on the intersection of race, adolescence, and the “policing” of Black youth. She is the Blume Professor of Law and Director of the Juvenile Justice Clinic and Initiative at Georgetown Law and was previously the Lead Attorney of the Juvenile Unit at the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia
(Airdate 3/7/23) Nicole Martin is an attorney and the Legal Program Director for the Know Your Rights Camp Autopsy Initiative. She received her Juris Doctorate from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and a Masters of Laws in Intellectual Property, as the Information Justice Fellow, from American University Washington College of Law. www.knowyourrightscamp.com Twitter/IG @nicolelyn.esq @LegalyBlackIP
(Airdate 3/7/23) Dominique surveys local issues with a progressive lens and chops it up with callers on everything from Chris Rock’s “Selective Outrage” to the trial of Councilman Mark Ridely Thommas which launches today.Twitter/YouTube/IG: @diprimaradio www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 3/7/23) Author Kimberly A. Morrow is on a mission to empower parents to become better advocates for their children. Morrow is an accomplished educator, author, mom and speaker. Morrow is a proud alumna of the Los Angeles Unified SchoolDistrict and a graduate of Morris Brown College. She holds a Master's degree in Teaching and Curriculum from Harvard University Graduate School of Education. She also works as a consultant helping parents navigate the education system on behalf of their children.www.kimamorrow.com
(Airdate 3/3/23) Roosevelt Dye has been fighting for his rightful inheritance for over thirty years. In a story reminiscent of the old south - this Black family from Oklahoma has been battling prejudice, corruption and big corporate money to try to salvage their generational wealth. We are joined by Dreisen Heath an organizer with the organization Where Is My Land along with Mr. Dye and his daughter Gloria Dye Warren for an in-depth look at one family’s fight for justice and restitution.
(Airdate 3/3/23) Sherri Bell is a South L.A. Resident, and your Friendly Neighborhood Dorsey Don. Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate as former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center, Sherri worked alongside impacted Black workers on Campaigns to increase Black worker participation in the construction industry, and confront Black in unemployment and underemployment in LA County.
(Airdate 3/2/23) Luis J. Rodríguez was born in El Paso, Texas. He grew up in Watts and the East Los Angeles area, where his family faced poverty and discrimination. A gang member and drug user at the age of twelve, by the time he turned eighteen, Rodríguez had lost twenty-five of his friends to gang violence, drug overdoses, shootings, and suicide. He wrote two autobiographical accounts of his experiences with gang violence and addiction, It Calls You Back: An Odyssey Through Love, Addiction, Revolutions, and Healing, and Always Running: La Vida Loca, Gang Days in L.A. Luis is a two-time gubernatorial candidate and the founder of Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural (and bookstore and publisher.) www.tiachucha.org
(Airdate 3/2/23) Dominique and the KBLA delegation have a thoughtful and wide ranging conversation on how to navigate the language, and expectations of today’s world and how to give each other grace. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 3/2/23) Jasmyne Cannick is a Gen X award winning journalist and on-air contributor who says she speaks like she has the good common sense God gave her and she was raised right. You can usually find her talking about everything that happens at the intersection of politics, race and social issues. Bylines, appearances and producer credits aplenty, she is also a Democratic political strategist. On this podcast Jasmyne and Dominique deal with the racismThe other at Peppertree Elementary School, Fashion as an Art Form, the legacy of Rodney King and how we adapt to changing social norms.www.iamjasmyne.com
(Airdate 2/8/23) Knowledge is power to kick off Women’s History Month. Dominique pays tribute to Melina Abdullah and the women leaders of BLMA and BLM Grassroots. Professor Meeina Abdullah tells the little known aspects of powerful historical figures Harriet Tubman and Ella Baker plus modern she-roes like Paula Minor and Megan Castillo.www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 2/8/23) Cleopatra’s Army provides online tools to help women achieve healthier lifestyles. They offer online workout classes, meal guides, workout equipment, and now athletic apparel as well. They also host quarterly hygiene drives for unhoused women where we provide tampons, pads, wipes, etc. What sets Cleopatra’s Army apart from other brands is their authenticity. They are not selling any quick fixes or false information, we are offering longevity. Oh yeah, and their team is made up entirely of women of color.www.CleopatrasArmy.Com
(Airdate 3/1/23) Pastor Sherman D. Manning was called into ministry at the age of 8 in his hometown of Atlanta Georgia. He was licensed to Preach at age 13 and ordained at 17. Pastor Manning traveled the country as an evangelist. Later, he went to prison. While in prison he studied himself, people, and God. In 2016, he organized the Yes We Can! Worship Center. His mission is to serve, and he feeds catered meals to the homeless every Friday night at 7 pm. World famous attorneys Tom Meserreau and Robert Shapiro will be at his church on Saturday 3/4/23 at 2PM to offer legal insights to people in need. www.yeswecanworshipcenter.com
(Airdate 2/28/23) As an artist who needs no introduction, Brian McKnight has gained international and domestic recognition, earning himself a spot in contemporary music history. He has released 20 albums to date over the past twenty-five years, selling over 30 million albums worldwide. With 16 Grammy Award nominations and numerous chart-topping songs, McKnight has been the recipient of Soul Train Awards, American Music Awards and Billboard Songwriter of The Year. In addition McKnight is a multi-instrumentalist who plays nine instruments including piano, guitar, bass, drums, percussion, trombone, tuba, flugelhorn and trumpet.Performing at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 10th 8:30pm (more info)https://www.ticketmaster.com/evening-with-brian-mcknight-and-special-redondo-beach-california-03-10-2023/event/09005E2CD5B26E7A
(Airdate 2/28/23) Kenneth Mejia represents the FIRST CPA as City Controller • FIRST Filipino elected official in LA • FIRST AAPI citywide elected official • FIRST POC as City Controller in over 100 years...Mejia, a 32-year-old accountant and progressive community activist, declared victory over three-term councilmember Paul Koretz at the midterm elections on Nov. 8. On this podcast Mejia talks about his bold strategy for monitoring the LAPD, animal services, homeless shelters, housing, and expenditures for every city department. He has reports pending on multiple apartments, he has already simplified and upgraded the website…Soon you'll be able to track vacancies in shelters for people experiencing houselessness on a website in real time. https://controller.lacity.gov/
(Airdate 2/27/23) Ayize and Aiyana Ma’at, high school sweethearts, have been together for 27 years and married for 20. Ayize is a Trained Functional Family Therapist & Professional Social Worker. He is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. Aiyana is a Trained Psycho-therapist & Clinical Social Worker. Mrs. Ma’at is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. www.blackloveandmarriage.com www.BLAMChallenge.com IG: @BlackLoveandMarriage
(Airdate 2/27/23) DiPrima puts a progressive lens on national headlines and hot topics. On this particular Monday, she is on one.
(Airdate 2/27/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah reminds us that our past doesn't define our future. Saharah also breaks down the pending transition from Saturn in Aquarius to Saturn in Saturn in Pisces and the life altering transit of Pluto into Aquarius. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 2/27/23) Akili is a lead organizer Black Lives Matter LA. and Founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He is a longtime community activist and political strategist. IG/Twitter: @FannieLouHamerInstitute
(Airdate 2/24/23) Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell currently serves on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Since being elected to the Board of Supervisors on November 3rd, 2020, Supervisor Mitchell has made poverty alleviation a priority and has anchored an equitable recovery plan from the health and economic pandemic caused by COVID-19. Within her first year as Supervisor and with support from the County Board of Supervisors, Mitchell passed a landmark guaranteed income program, made LA County the first in the nation to phase out urban oil drilling and has strengthened the County’s ability to quickly respond to mental health crises among our unhoused residents. On this podcast Supervisor Mitchell invites you to weigh in on her new governance and touches on some of the toughest topics facing the county from Sheriff’s Dept oversight to housing the unsheltered.https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/
(Airdate 2/23/23) Heather Hutt serves as the Councilwoman for the Tenth District. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Hutt is the first woman in history and the first black woman to be appointed as a voting member for the district. A public servant for over 30+ years, Hutt has dedicated her life to activism, public service, and her community. She recently served as the first Black U.S. Senate State Director in California’s history, and in her capacity serving Senator Kamala D. Harris. On this podcast we look at the state of the 10th District, from the unhouse & gentrification to the truth about tree–trimming and the renaming of part of Jefferson Blvd as New Orleans Square in honor of Black people who flocked to the area during the great migration. Twitter: @CW_HeatherHutt
(Airdate 2/23/23) Martin Ludlow Is president and CEO of Bridge Street, Inc., a Los Angeles-based, live socially innovative entertainment development company. Committed to America’s working families, Bridge Street aims for advancing human rights, equality, and youth empowerment using the powerful momentum of live entertainment. Ludlow served on the Los Angeles City Council, representing the 10th district. He was elected head of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor. On this podcast we look at the New Orleans/L..A. collection and he unveils plans for his massive L.A. Jazz Fest…coming to Dockweiler Beach in August of 2024.www.BridgeStreetInc.Com
(Airdate 2/23/23) Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is a former STEM teacher from Watts, current youth mentor, a mother to a son with special needs & community organizer. She was endorsed by Bernie Sanders in her 2020 run and in 2022 by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, Councilmember Mike Bonin, Compton treasurer Brandon Mims, California Working Families Party, Sierra Club CA and more. She is currently a delegate on the Executive Board of California's Democratic Party, and the Southern California Vice Chair of the Progressive Caucus.Twitter: @fatimaforassembly
(Airdate 2/22/23) Attorney and public policy strategist Cynthia McClain-Hill is a Califonia Super Lawyer and the President of the Board of Water and Power Commissioner. On this podcast she speaks on the impact of diversity, equity and inclusion, the future of water in the region, her commitment to greener energy, help for low income Angelenos and the importance of Black History Month. www.ladwp.com/cares
(Airdate 2/22/23) Eleven Eleven Day Spa is a newly opened tranquil retreat located in West Los Angeles. They specialize in creating custom solutions through innovative science, technology, and natural healing techniques to provide solutions for all your full body needs. We offer treatments from head to toe including facials, chemical peels, waxing and body treatments. Eleven Eleven Day Spa 6218 W Manchester Ave. Ste. B, Los Angeles, CA 90045 accepts walk ins or find them on IG @eleveneleven
(Airdate 2/22/23) Daude Sherris is the Executive Director of Build Plus Community Marketplace at the Watts Historic Train Station. They are unveiling a mural representing unity and progress in the city on February 25th 12-4PM at 1686 East 103rd Street in Los Angeleswww.buildpluscommunity.org
(Airdate 2/21/23) What would you ask Mayor Karen Bass? What is Fat Tuesday? How do we make our city more affordable? Why are people hating on Rihanna and ASAP Rocky? Is the media really liberal? What talking points do you repeat without realizing they don’t serve you? This podcast is full tilt progressive talk radio.www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 2/20/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah encourages us to spend time in the world behind our eyes. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 2/20/23) Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews.Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. His research has addressed issues of racism in a variety of relations involving labor, politics, civil rights, international relations and war. He has also written extensively about the film industry. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University.
(Airdate 2/17/23) Harriet Marin Jones is a writer, director and producer. “KING OF KINGS: Chasing Edward Jones” is her first documentary. MeMe Kelly, director of ONE NIGHT IN LA, She’s also written two novels, several eBooks, three plays, three television scripts, two features, and a ton of essays. Monique Jeter is the director of the doc, HELLO FORTIES. Monique has worked in all facets of television and film production, from production management, post-production, casting, and training. www.paff.org
(Airdate 2/17/23) Dean C. Logan oversees the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk. The department is responsible for registering voters, maintaining voter files, administering federal, state, local and special elections and verifying initiatives, referenda and recall petitions. Los Angeles County, with more than 500 political districts and 5.2 million registered voters, is the largest and most complex county election jurisdiction in the Country.www.Rrcc.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/17/23) Interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone has been a chief officer for the past 24 years and a member of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department for 36 years.www.Fire.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/17/23) Kristin Sakoda is Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, a local arts agency with a mission of advancing arts, culture, and creativity throughout the largest county in the U.S. The Department of Arts and Culture provides grants and technical assistance to hundreds of nonprofit organizations; runs the largest arts internship program in the nation; coordinates countywide public-private arts education initiatives, increases access to creative career pathways and more. www.arts.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/17/23) EO is the central economic and workforce development agency of LA County. Through a regional strategy and community-centered policy and programs, the department seeks to unlock the vast potential of our local workers and small businesses. www.opportunity.lacounty.gov www.jcod.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/17/23) Dominique & Sherri talk local politics and tiny emotional support horses. Meet Renee Alfero, Lead of Animal Behavior for Wolf Connection and Victoria Nodiff-Netanel, Founder, President & Executive Director of Mini Therapy Horses.www.minitherapyhorses.com www.minitherapyhorses.com www.jcod.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/16/23) Bishop Ulmer is your Pastor’s Pastor. He has more than 40 years of experience and is noted as one of the leading Bible scholars of today. Dr. Ulmer is currently the Presiding Bishop over Macedonia International Bible Fellowship based in Johannesburg, South Africa, which is an association of pastors representing ministries in Africa and the U.S. In 2015, Dr. Ulmer founded The Ulmer Institute, a first of its kind organization focused on addressing psychological trauma in the Los Angeles community. Dr. Ulmer has written several books including A New Thing (a reflection on the Full Gospel Baptist Movement). Dr. Ulmer and his wife, residents of Los Angeles, California have been married for 38 years and have two daughters, one son and five grandchildren. Bishop Ulmer is retiring this week after 41 years of service. In this podcast he reflects on his legacy and shares what’s ahead. You are invited to Dr. Ulmer’s final service this Sunday along with a massive celebratory concert in his honor.https://www.faithfulcentral.com/
(Airdate 2/16/23) Norma Edith García-Gonzalez was appointed as Director of the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation and the Los Angeles County Regional Parks and Open Space District on July 7, 2020. She is the first woman and the first person of color to serve in this role since the Department was created in 1944. Ms. Garcia-Gonzalez is happy to announce the opening of the Stoneview Nature Center. She has pledged to hire one thousand youth this summer to work in the county’s parks. Hiring fairs are happening now. IG: @LACountyParks
(Airdate 2/16/23) Raised in South Los Angeles, Erika Anzoátegui started her criminal defense career with Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office in 1997. She transferred to the Alternate Public Defender’s Office in 2001, where she started as a misdemeanor attorney and moved through the ranks. In October of 2019, Ms.Anzoátegui was appointed The Alternate Public Defender for the County of Los Angeles. Ms.Anzoátegui oversees an operation of approximately 300 employees.https://apd.lacounty.gov/
(Airdate 2/16/23) Marcia Mayeda has served as Los Angeles County’s Director of Animal Care and Control (DACC) since July, 2001. DACC provides animal care and control services for all unincorporated Los Angeles County and the 45 cities that contract with DACC for services. In this profession since 1984, Marcia is a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator. The department has community resource centers for pets, with care vouchers, a pet food bank, care vouchers, temporary pet boarding for those experiencing homelessness or entering rehab and much more.www.animalcare.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/16/23) Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, an abolitionist, was born and raised in the 2nd District of Los Angeles County. Though Attorney Person-Lynn has lots of family on the East Coast, mainly, Virginia, his grandmother who recently passed, was born in Los Angeles, establishing him as a true LA native. He has dedicated his life and law practice to Justice, Love and Unity for his people. A graduate of Hampton University and Howard University School of Law, Attorney Person-Lynn mainly practices criminal defense and civil rights.IG/Twitter: @LincolnLawyerLA
(Airdate 2/15/23) Monique Matthews is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker. She began her career as an entertainment journalist, and later managing editor for a national hip hop publication, before transitioning to film. Her film Birthing Justice is screening 2/17/23 at 6:25PM at the Pan African Film Festival. Ayuko Babu is the Executive Director of the Pan African Film Festival and an international cultural, political and legal consultant specializing in Pan African affairs. He has been the Executive Director of the Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) since its establishment in 1992. www.birthingjustice.com www.paff.org
(Airdate 2/15/23) Sweet Rags Clothing Is a high-end fashion boutique that can help any person with their fashion needs for all sizes. April Smith has been helping people find their jazzy alter-egos since 2005. IG: @SweetRagsClothing
(Airdate 2/15/23) Chalak Richards is a justice advocate. She earned her J.D. at Pepperdine University School ofLaw in 2012 and B.A. from Spelman College. Dean Richards currently serves as Dean of Students, Diversity and Belonging. She was recently appointed to the State Bar of California'sCouncil on Access and Fairness and the Ms. JD Board of Directors. She is dedicated to bringing diversity, equity, inclusion and a true sense of ownership and belonging to the law. On this podcast Dean Ricards shares resources and initiatives meant to bring more Black and BIPOC people into law school and the legal profession.https://law.pepperdine.edu/surf-report/posts/third-annual-belonging-awards-2023.htm#:~:text=The%20Belonging%20Awards%20honor%20student,at%20the%20school%20of%20law.
(Airdate 2/14/23) Dr. Kris Marsh received her PhD from the University of Southern California in 2005. She was a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Carolina Population Center at the University of North Carolina before joining the faculty of Maryland where she has been tenured since 2014. She is the author of The Love Jones Cohort: Single and Living Alone in the Black Middle Class.Twitter: @drkrismarsh
(Airdate 2/14/23) Ricardo García is the LA County Public Defender. He was sworn in in October 2018. He is Los Angeles County’s first Latino public defender. Mr. García received his Juris Doctorate from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, and his Bachelor’s of Art in Politics from the University of California, Santa Cruz. On this podcast we take a look at modern justice, what it takes to expunge your record in L.A. County and the Public Defender's role in the L.A. JCOD event called “A Healing Space.”https://pubdef.lacounty.gov/ www.jcod.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/21/23) Karen Bass is the 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles and the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city's chief executive. With an agenda focused on bringing urgency, accountability, and a new direction to Los Angeles, she started her term with a focus on housing people immediately and increasing safety and opportunity in every part of Los Angeles. A daughter of our city, Mayor Bass was raised with her three brothers in the Venice/Fairfax neighborhood and is a proud graduate of Hamilton High School. After serving as a front-line healthcare provider as a nurse and as a Physician Assistant, Mayor Bass founded the Community Coalition to organize the predominantly Black and Latino residents of South L.ATwitter/Instagram: @MayorofLA
(Airdate 2/13/23) Leroy is a real estate professional and Venus is a retired talent agent. They have been happily married for fifty years. On this podcast we take a deep dive into their relationship philosophies and practices in honor of Black Love Day.
(Airdate 2/13/23) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah looks at activating the abundance that already exists within and finding the freedom is rightfully yours. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 2/13/23) Sheila Bates is an Organizer with Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. She leads on the policy team and is a member of the justice and the Torrance team. On this podcast Sheilla shares their successes in taking on the Torrance Police Department following the killing of Christopher Deandre Mitchell in 2018.SHe also shares her thoughts on meeting between Los Angeles Black activist organizations and Mayor Karen Bass. www.blgrassroots.org
(Airdate 2/10/23) Classically trained and Gospel-raised composer, orchestra arranger, conductor, music producer, music editor and multi-instrumentalist Leon Lacey scored 20 songs and conducted an all-female orchestra for Beyoncé at her recent invitation-only concert at the Atlantis The Royal luxury resort in Dubai. Signed to a record deal as a teenager, currently music editor for the hit TV show The Chi, Lacy moves fluidly from hip hop to gospel to classical music. He has worked with Yoalnda Adams, Janet Jackson and more as well as on numerous films.
(Airdate 2/10/23) From the new mental health services in libraries to the future of water…From renter protections approved by city council…To the impact of massive warehouses on the environment. Dominique and Ed break down pressing Left Coast issues with a progressive analysis. Ed also does a deep dive on the “plantation politics” of the all-white Mississippi state senate’s move to take over all-Black Jackson Mississippi’s policing and judicial systems.
(Airdate 2/9/23) Davey D is a nationally recognized journalist, adjunct professor, Hip Hop historian, syndicated talk show host, radio programmer, producer, deejay, media and community activist. Originally from the Bronx, NY, Davey D’s been down with Hip Hop since since 1977 where he started out as an emcee for two crews TDK [Total Def Krew] out of Co-op City and the Avengers out of the Marble Hill Section of the Bronx. He moved to California and graduated from UC Berkeley. @MrDaveyD
(Airdate 2/8/23) Juana Sperling nee Burns (MC JB), Juanita Lee (Crazy J), Fatima Shaheed (OG Rocker), Anna Cash (Lady Anna), and Dania Birks (Baby-D) formed J.J. Fad -in Rialto, California. In 1987 they debuted with an Arabian Prince-produced 12" single, "Anotha Ho"/"Supersonic," on the Dream Team label. A new iteration of the group later signed to Eazy-E and Jerry Heller's Ruthless label. A re-recorded "Supersonic," with production credited to Arabian Prince, Dr. Dre, and Yella, was released in 1998 and became a giant hit. After calling out the Grammy Awards for not acknowledging their place as the first rap act ever nominated, MC JB sets the record straight on this podcast. IG/Twitter/FB: @JJfad
(Airdate 2/8/23) Actor/Producer and Radio Host Avi Bernard joins Dominique to unpack the State of the Union Address, the latest from Memphis following the killing of Tyre Nichols, VP Kamala Harris and the triumph of #DarkBrandon. Avi has a brand new show on KBLA 1580 Fridays from 4-6PM. Twitter/IG/FB: @AviBernard
(Airdate 2/8/23) Mr. Chaka is the Owner and Curator of Smiles from Africa Purveyor of fine art, sculptures, and home goods sourced from several West African countries, including Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso. Adeyemi will be vending at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall during the Pan African Film and Arts Festival Fb 9th-20th. He will be located on the 2nd floor in front of T Mobile. Look for the large fiberglass camel. www.paff.org
(Airdate 2/7/23) Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson represents the Eighth District of Los Angeles and chairs the Planning and Land Use Committee. He is a long-time community organizer and South LA resident and a lifelong champion of equity and community building. City Councilmember, Harris-Dawson supports policies that combat homelessness, create quality jobs, clean streets, and encourage community policing. IG/Twitter/Facebook: @mhdcd8
(Airdate 2/7/23) Lively conversation putting racism, white supremacy, pop culture and politics on blast. www.kbla1580.com
(Airdate 2/7/23) The people of South L.A. have a lot to say about issues we are facing every day. www.dominiquediprima.com
(Airdate 2/6/23) Capri Maddox, Esq., Executive Director of the LA Civil Rights Dept.Capri Maddox is the first Executive Director of the Los Angeles Civil + Human Rights and EquityDepartment (LA Civil Rights). LA Civil Rights recently launched its Peace and Healing Centers program, operating in nine at-risk communities across the city. For help with a discrimination case, info on commissions including Reparations, access to Peace and Healing Centers or to participate in L.A. is for Everyone please call (213) 978-1845 or email humanandcivilrights@lacity.org
(Airdate 2/6/23) Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer and numerologist Saharah Ali starts our week with mindfulness, meditation and affirmations. Set your intention and get your mind right on a Monday with the founder of Sajji Yoga. www.SaharahALi.Com or (213) 628-9783 for a private in-depth consultation.
(Airdate 2/6/23) Akili is a Lead organizer with Black Lives Matter LA. and Founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He’s a longtime community activist and political strategist. Akili is in Miami for a national gathering and march organized by the parents of Trayvon Martin. www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 2/3/23) A Judge and Beyonce’s drummer?! The sisterhood is real as two powerful Black women share their stories with Dominique and team up to bring arts, community and self care to a community impacted by trauma and violence. Retired Judge Songhai Armstead is the Interim Director of the brand new L.A. County Justice Care and Opportunities Department…Queen Cora Coleman is a world renowned master drummer and DJ who has performed and recorded with Prince, Beyonce and at two Superbowls. These two unlikely BFFs take us behind the scenes at the Grammys and the Super Bowl and invite you to a massive free event in South L.A. . A Healing Space: Well Being, Creative Expression & Connection As Acts of Resistance brings healing by offering free food, music, social services, mental health support, art, healing circles, dance classes, benefits enrollment, animal emotional support, poetry, expungement, kids activities, pet adoption and much more. www.IAmQueenCora.Com www.jcod.lacounty.gov
(Airdate 2/2/23) Dr. Imani Brown is the Social Equity Program Director for the Department of Cannabis Regulation. Within this role, Dr. Brown oversees the Business, Licensing, Compliance, Technical Assistance and Workforce Development Programs. She is also responsible for managing the department’s Grants and Pro Bono Legal Services programs for verified Social Equity Program Applicants with the goal of promoting equitable ownership and employment opportunities in the cannabis industry.www.cannabis.lacity.org
Sharon Kyle JD is a former president of the Guild Law School and is the publisher and co-founder of the LA Progressive. Sharon also sits on several boards including the Board of Directors of the ACLU and is on the editorial board of the BlackCommentator.com. On this podcast Sharon and Dominique look at what the label “progressive really means and talk with local issues including the reaapointment of LAPD Chief Michel Moore, unhoused people on trains and Governor Gavin Newsom’s Care Court.www.laprogressive.com
(Airdate 2/1/23) OG Arabian Prince - A songwriter, rapper, producer, DJ, technologist Pro Gamer, Animator, Futurist and Blockchain pioneer. Founding member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group N.W.A., producer of Grammy nominated #1 hit song Supersonic. CoFounder/CEO MDDAO a Medical Metaverse co. CEO of DRIVYN Performance, Founder of iNov8 Next Open Labs, Founder of GGGOAT PC and lifestyle brand. On this podcast Dominique and Arabian Prince chop it up on everything from ChatGPT to JJ Fad to the truth of Eazy E’s death. All platforms: @OGArabianPrince
(Airdate 2/1/23) On this podcast the local is national with lively exchanges on whether or not teachers and the school district are really prioritizing kids and what it means that LA Mayor Karen Bass and the Police Commission have reappointed LAPD Chief Michel Moore for another five year term. Oh yeah, and we talk about Black History Month. www.https://blmgrassroots.org/ https://www.blmla.org/
(Airdate 2/1/23) Bryant Odega is an educator, climate justice activist, and community organizer. ,Bryant serves as an educator at a public high school within LAUSD and serves on theUnited Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA) union’s Political Action Council of Educators(PACE) as a Harbor Area Representative as well as a UTLA/AFT 1021 delegate to theLos Angeles County Federation of Labor. Most recently, Bryant was elected to the Board Of the Los Angeles County of Young Democrats as an At-Large Member. On this podcast Dominique & Bryant set it off with spirited debates on the LAPD and the Los Angeles Teachers Union.
(1/31/23) Carl E. Douglas is in private practice at Douglas / Hicks Law in Los Angeles. Mr. Douglas is the former Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Although he is perhaps best known for his successful work as the Coordinator of O.J. Simpson’s criminal defense team, Mr. Douglas now represents plaintiffs in state and federal courts in his diverse civil litigation practice. Mr. Douglas currently represents the six year-old son of Keenan Anderson.
(Airdate 1/31/23) Pastor Sherman D. Manning was called into ministry at the age of 8 in his hometown of Atlanta Georgia. He was licensed to Preach at age 13 and ordained at 17. Pastor Manning traveled the country as an evangelist. Later, he went to prison. While in prison he studied himself, people, and God. In 2016, he organized the Yes We Can! Worship Center. Pastor Manning hosts the largest feeding of hot meals to Los Angeles’ homeless people every Friday night at 7 PM after his sermon which is held at the Yes We Can! Worship Center, 10306 Avalon Blvd, LA 90003. The Center is open Monday thru Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM.www.yeswecanworshipcenter.org
(Airdate 1/30/23) Ayize and Aiyana Ma’at, high school sweethearts, have been together for 27 years and married for 20. Ayize is a Trained Functional Family Therapist & Professional Social Worker. He is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. Aiyana is a Trained Psycho-therapist & Clinical Social Worker. She is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. www.blackloveandmarriage.com
(Airdate 1/30/23) Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer and numerologist Saharah Ali starts our week with mindfulness, meditation and affirmations. Set your intention and get your mind right on a Monday with the founder of Sajji Yoga. www.SaharahALi.Com or (213) 628-9783 for a private in-depth consultation.
(Airdate 1/30/23) Tabatha L. Jones Jolivet, PhD (she/her) is an abolitionist organizer, educator, minister and scholar. She is an associate professor in the School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences at Azusa Pacific University.She is an organizer with Black Lives Matter Grassroots, Black Lives Matter-Los Angeles, and Clergy 4 Black Lives. On this podcast we look at what it means that the five Memphis officers were Black, what abolition looks like, what if any progress has been made and the impact of protests in the streets.
(AirDate 1/27/23) Comedian Ray Grady, a Chicago native, first graced the comedy stage 17 years ago. His debut television appearance took place 4 years later on Bill Bellamy ``Who's Got Jokes? on TVOne. he performed in Jamie Foxx’s Laffapalooza Comedy Festival in Atlanta, Georgia, Martin Lawrence’s “First Amendment '', BET's Comic View and One Mic Stand. In addition, he's toured with comedians Tony Rock, Mike Epps, Corey Holcomb and Bill Bellamy, to name a few. Ray Grady’s half-hour special on Comedy Central for "Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level'' was a huge hit. He continues traveling the country, headlining his "Alpha Male Comedy Tour'' IG @gradycomedy
(Airdate 1/27/23) Dominique DiPrima fields phone calls and offers a progressive lens on national headlines and hot topics. She is joined by Ed Sanders, the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy; he has over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580. www.YouTube.com/diprimaradio
(Airdate 1/27/23) The phone lines are hot as delegates sound off on yesterday’s conversation between LAPD Chief Michel Moore and KBLA owner Tavis Smiley. Does Moore deserve to be reappointed? Did he answer Smiley's questions? This and other local flashpoints are under scrutiny through a progressive microscope.
(Airdate 1/26/23) Jasmyne Cannick is a Gen X award-winning journalist and on-air contributor. You can usually find her talking about everything that happens at the intersection of politics, race, and social issues. She is also a Democratic political strategist. In her new podcast series "Ring the Alarm" Jasmyne takes you to Jamaica where she speaks directly with lesbian, gay, and trans men and women about living in one of the most homophobic countries in the world.
(Airdate 1/26/23) Dominique and the KBLA Delegation drop mics and drop bombs on the phones and in dem streets. Miles Low helps DiPrima pay tribute to Kobe. And Dee from Long Beach is adding up your reparations.
(Airdate 1/26/23) Joseph WIlliams is the Director of L.A.Students Deserve and a core team member of BLMLA. His activism focuses on education, criminal justice, racial and economic justice, housing and homelessness. On the podcast Dominique and Joseph explore big questions: what is abolition? What is real safety? Does LAPD Chief Moore deserve another term? How are Los Angeles youth putting School Superintendent Carvahlo on notice? And wl the brand new coalition Police Free LAUSD’s report finally answer the question of what keeps students safe in school?
(Airdate 1/25/23) Khefri is a women's mysteries mentor who comes from a lineage of birth keepers. She is CEO of Los Angeles Birth Partners. She also serves as a Co-Founder and Co-Director of The Frontline Doulas - Perinatal Health Program connecting Black Doulas to Black families. In this podcast Dominique speaks with this prominent Doula and woman’s health advocate about how they are saving lives, how to save your own life and a powerful new documentary, Birthing Justice, that’s focused on solutions. www.birthingjustice.com www.blackinfantsandfamilies.orgwww.frontinedoulahotline.com
(Airdate 1/25/23) Kyndra McCrary is the owner of Swift on Crenshaw.She has been a professional chef for 14 years but cooking for over 20. Chef Kyndra is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu and worked at the Sunset Tower Hotel and The Beverly Hills Hotel. She has worked as a private chef for over 10 years and owned a catering company for 14 years. Chef Kyndra opened a restaurant 3 years ago which was recently featured on the Emmy Nominated hit Show, Insecure. IG @OfficialSwiftCafe
(Airdate 1/25/23) Passionate about social activism and proclaiming a theology open and accessible to all, Edward L. Anderson is a third generation Pastor who serves the historic McCarty Memorial Christian Church located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles. He’s the youngest pastor you know and co-founder of Clergy for Black Lives. On this podcast Pastor Eddie drops major gems as far as solutions to affordable housing, houselessness, police killings and how to be a God bearer.
(Airdate 1/24/23) Nicole Martin is an attorney and the Legal Program Director for the Know Your Rights Camp Autopsy Initiative. She received her Juris Doctorate from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and a Masters of Laws in Intellectual Property, as the Information Justice Fellow, from American University Washington College of Law. www.knowyourrightscamp.com
(Airdate 1/24/23) Niele Anderson is Digital Editor and News Anchor for the Los Angeles Sentinel and Senior Producer of The Black Report on Fox Soul TV. On this podcast Dominique and Niele chop it up and agree to disagree on hot topics and national news. From Beyonce in Dubai to Republican Congressional control and the threats to Social Security Dominique & Niele have a lot to talk about. www.lasentinel.net
(Airdate 1/23/23) Meditation instructor/yoga teacher/sound bath expert/life coach Saharah Ali takes us through a guided meditation and affirmation to help set our intentions and start our week on a positive note. For readings, sound baths or more info visit www.saharahali.com or call (213) 628-9783.
(Airdate 1/23/23) Professor Abdullah is the co-founder of BLMLA and the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. She is on the faculty of Cal State Los Angeles and is the mother of three. Dr. Abdullah and Dominique share updates on disgraced, racist Councilman Kevin DeLeon, the campaign to deny reappointment to LAPD Chief Michel Moore, the latest eviction protections passed by the Los Angeles City Council and they stand in solidarity and communal grief with the people of Monterey Park following the horrific mass shooting there on the Lunar New Year. To join Melina’s free online class “Black Feminism and Womanism” please visit her facebook page: Doc Melly Mel Follow her at @BLMGrassroots and @BlackLivesMatter-LA
(Airdate 1/20/23) Veteran comedian, Pierre (Pierre Edwards), is keeping busy these days. In addition to serving the funny at stand-up dates across the country, you can catch him on his popular podcast, "Pierre's Panic Room." The actor, director and producer also offers up his views on current events on the highly-viewed YouTube show, Comedy Hype News, and recently released a hilarious micro-special on race called “Half/Truths. @comicpierre on Twitter
(Airdate 1/20/23) Patrisse Cullors is a New York Times bestselling author, educator, artist, and abolitionist from Los Angeles. Keenan Anderson was her cousin. Dominique Anderson is the younger sister of Keenan Anderon. She is pursuing a masters in child clinical psychology and holds a Bachelors in Psychology from Cal State Dominguez Hills. She is a Los Angeles native, a mother and wife. Keenan Anderson was a 31 year old teacher who died after a violent encounter with the Los Angeles Police Department. www.tinyurl.com/signforkeenan
(Airdate 1/20/23) Sherri Bell is a South L.A. Resident, and your Friendly Neighborhood Dorsey Don. Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate as former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center. She is a regular KBLA contributor. @sherridelaghetto on IG
(Airdate 1/19/23) Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews.
(Airdate 1/19/23) Oliver Tate Brooks, M.D. received his undergraduate degree in biology from Morehouse College. While at Morehouse, he received the Frederick E. Mapp Prize in Biology for excellence in biology. Dr. Brooks received his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine. He completed a residency in Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital-Oakland, where he practiced for four years before accepting a position at Watts Healthcare Corporation.Dr. Brooks is Chief Medical Officer Watts Healthcare Corporation in Los Angeles,
(Airdate 1/19/23) Tim is a lifelong resident of South Central Los Angeles. After gaining his freedom after 22 years of incarceration, Tim joined LA Voice, as a Reentry and worked as a Proposition 47 organizer. He is currently Director of LIVEFREE CA where he leads a statewide coalition of a diverse group of 20 Black-led organizations engaged in community based violence reduction. www.fosteringbelonging.org
(Airdate 1/18/23) Born in Washington, D.C., Tico Wells, began his career at the age of two, dancing at Ace’s Delicatessen for candy. Since then he has performed on the stage in numerous plays, television shows, commercials and film. Current projects are, the faith based film entitled, Jacob: Broken by God, which will be streaming on The Dove Channel, the indie film Sasha Lanes and the digital series, The Other Side of Normal, Two Degrees (Brick network), and Giving Love. Mr. Wells, is widely known for his portrayal of “Choirboy” from Robert Townsend’s film, “The Five Heartbeats”, which celebrated its 30th Anniversary in 2021.Find Tico’s vision board party on Facebook/Holistic ConversationsFind tickets to the premier of Mr. Wells new film on Event Brite/Jacob - Broken by GodSubscribe to Tico’s YouTube channel @MakePeaceU
(Airdate 1/18/23) Dominique is on one and the KBLA callers are off the hook. This is progressive talk radio at its best. Broadcasting from Leimert Park it is live, local and explosive.
(Airdate 1/17/23) Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney with a specialty in criminal defense since 1994. Nana graduated from Cornell University and earned her law degree from UCLA’s School of Law. She is the Executive DIrector of Black Alliance for Just Immigration. @BAJITweet @AttyNana www.baji.org
(Airdate 1/17/23) Carl E. Douglas is in private practice at Douglas / Hicks Law in Los Angeles. Mr. Douglas is the former Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. You may know him from the OJ Simpson trial but he has represented scores of victims of police violence. Attorney Douglas is representing the six year old son of Keenen Anderson who died after a violent encounter with the LAPD on January 3, 2023.
(Airdate 1/17/23) Dominique destroys right leaning narratives and implications on tTalking Point Tuesday. She unpacks local issues and reads between the headlines.
(Airdate 1/16/23) Professor James Lance Taylor is author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama. He is a professor of Political Science at University of San Francisco. On this podcast he shares little known history of Martin Luther King Jr as a pan africanist, collaborator with womanist leaders, father, husband and son of activists.
(Airdate 1/16/23) Skipp Townsend, is the founder and CEO of 2nd Call, a violence reduction and reentry organization serving the greater Los Angeles area. He served as an executive board member of the Southern California Ceasefire Committee. www.2ndcall.org
(Airdate 1/13/23) Dr. Wallace is a highly trained physician in all areas of dermatology, plastic surgery, and reconstructive surgery. Prior to opening his first private practice in Beverly Hills, Dr. Wallace served the U.S. Army for 22 years as a highly-decorated specialist in Military Trauma and Wound Ballistics. Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a highly respected celebrity cosmetic dermatologist. He is currently providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com.
Ilfenesh Hadera just wrapped season three of Epix’s critically acclaimed series Godfather of Harlem as ‘Mayme Johnson,’ wife of ‘Bumpy Johnson’ (Forest Whitaker). She will next be seen starring in Renny Harlin’s newest feature The Bricklayer and in the Steven C. Miller werewolf feature Year 2. She was previously seen in Spike Lee’s Netflix series She’s Gotta Have It. On the big screen, Ilfenesh starred as Dwayne Johnson’s love interest in the Paramount reboot of Baywatch. Her credits include starring as FBI Agent ‘Kay Daniels’ in the ABC series Deception, Netflix’s Emmy Award winning Master of None, and Showtime’s critically acclaimed drama series Billions.
(Airdate 1/12/23) Reggie Jones-Sawyer is a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus, and served as Chair from 2015-2016. Before being elected to the 57th Assembly District in 2012, he was Assistant Deputy Mayor for the City of Los Angeles. Members of the Jones-Sawyer family were early pioneers in the civil rights movement. On this podcast he shares the story of his brush with death on December 21st 2022 and how it changed his outlook on Black men’s health.
(Airdate 1/11/23) Michael Frierson’s son died of colon cancer at 37 years old. Mike Jr was diagnosed at 32. Early detection is key so that polyps can be removed before they become cancerous. Mr. Frierson's son's cancer spread throughout his body and even on the outside of his body. Dr. Zuri Murrell, MD is a colorectal surgeon and graduate of Morehouse who treated Michael Frierson Jr and befriended him. This touching story inspired these two men to share the keys to stopping the many preventable deaths from colon cancer that are occurring in younger and younger patients.
(Airdate 1/11/23) There’s a new Farmers Market in Leimert Park, Africa Town USA. The Afiba Center will host its soft launch on King Weekend. The legendary community gathering spot located in a former fire station will reopen shortly. And Community Build is offering healthcare-without-walls - free medical and dental care monthly starting 1/28/23. Get the details on the podcast or via www.Communitybuildinc.org or by calling (323) 290-6560.
(Airdate 1/10/23) Academy Award nominee Don Cheadle is, without question, one of the premiere actors of his generation. Turning in consistently powerful performances, Don has not only taken on challenging roles, but put his talents into producing projects he believes in as well.Cheadle serves as a U.N. Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme.
(Airdate 1/10/23) Dominique takes you on a national and international tour of topics on a Talking Point Tuesday. DiPrima puts her progressive lens on big headlines and little known stories.
(Airdate 1/9/23) Deborah Prothrow-Stith, M.D. is Dean and Professor of Medicine for the College of Medicine at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. Dr. Prothrow-Stith is an internationally recognized public health leader. CDU made the stunning historic announcement that they are launching a medical school in July 2023. It will be only the fourth medical school at an historically Black college in the entire nation. Prothrow-Stith also shares updates on the “tri-demic” of flu, RSV and CoVid.
(Airdate 1/9/23) Dominique & the KBLA Delegation on the phones come for racial and labor inequality and exploitation in the NFL. Will Damar Hamlin’s heart-wrenching public tragedy change policy and practices in football and force accountability from billionaire owners and their flunkies.
(Airdate 1/9/23) Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer and numerologist Saharah Ali starts our week with mindfulness, meditation and affirmations. Set your intention and get your mind right on a Monday with the founder of Sajji Yoga. www.SaharahALi.Com or (213) 628-9783 for a private in-depth consultation.
(Airdate 1/9/23) Named a “Top California Employment Lawyer” by the Daily Journal and one of Los Angeles’ “Most Influential Minority and Women Attorneys” by the Los Angeles Business Journal, Angela Reddock-Wright is a recognized employment and labor law attorney, workplace and Title IX investigator, mediator, arbitrator, and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) professional. Angela is the Founder and Managing Partner of the Reddock Law Group and has been a practicing attorney for more than 20 years.
(Airdate1/6/23) Meditation instructor, yoga teacher, astrologer and numerologist Saharah Ali reads the stars on everything from the future of America to what’s next in your love life. www.SaharahALi.Com or (213) 628-9783 for a private consultation.
(Airdate 1/6/23) Dominique goes for a romp on the information superhighway on the third anniversary of “White Supremacy Day.”
(AIrdate 1/5/23) Venus Thomas is the founder of The Thomas Talent Agency in Los Angeles a Black Woman-owned firm representing actors in film and television. Ms. Thomas, who is now retired, represented big name talent along with character and commercial actors for 20 years.
(Airdate 1/5/23) The phone lines are open and you’ve got a lot to say. Will Damar Hamlin’s game-stopping injury change the NFL? Will Republicans in the House of Representatives overcome their own chaos? And what is the way forward for America on the eve of the anniversary of an insurrection?
(Airdate 1/5/23)Should LAPD Chief Michel Moore’s contract be renewed? Is Mayor Bass already dealing with sexism as a woman elected official? Was 19 year-old Tyler Lewis murdered by a white supremacist in Buffalo? What will it take to get disgraced, racist City Councilmember Kevin DeLeon to step down? Dominique and Dr. Abdullah tackle these topics and more. Follow: @blmgrassroots or visit www.tinyurl.com/no2moore
(Airdate 1/4/23) As an actor, director, writer, producer, librettist, mentor, and educator, Kasi Lemmons first feature, “Eve’s Bayou,” was recently selected for preservation in the Library of Congress' National Film Registry. In 2019, her fifth film, “Harriet,” starring Cynthia Erivo, was nominated for two Oscars. Her libretto for the opera “Fire Shut Up In My Bones,” composed by Terence Blanchard, opened The Metropolitan Opera’s ’21-’22 season and was nominated for a 2023 Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording. Her latest film is “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” released in December 2023.
(Airdate 1/4/23) Dr. D’Artagnan Scorza is the inaugural Executive Director of Racial Equity for Los Angeles County overseeing the Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) Initiative and working to expand the County’s work on anti-racism, equity, and inclusion. On this podcast he shares the details and circumstances behind the Bruce family selling their newly reclaimed property back to the county.
(Airdate 1/4/23) Certified strength, conditioning, and nutrition coach by trade, competitive track & field athlete by talent, #GoalDigger by nature, Tilita Lutterloh, aka Coach T, has always operated from a place of values-rooted excellence, which led her to being an Olympic development track & field athlete. Now, Coach T helps purpose-driven high achievers get stronger, eat better, and dig deeper so they can feel energized and capable of getting after your big meaningful goals. www.tilitafiedexperience.com
(Airdate 1/4/23) Farr is the Host of the award-winning The Conversation Live talk show, His featured columns on race and social justice can be read in LA Progressive and Culture Honey.
(Airdate 1/3/23) Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith is the Founder and Spiritual Director of Agape International Spiritual Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Beckwith is a sought-after meditation teacher, speaker, and seminar leader on the Life Visioning Process™. He’s addressed audiences at the UN General Assembly, TEDx Maui, and Oprah Winfrey Network’s (OWN) SuperSoul Sessions, among numerous others. Three of his books—Life Visioning, Spiritual Liberation, and TranscenDance Expanded—have received the prestigious Nautilus Award. On this podcast he gets us ready for the new year
(Airdate 1/3/23) Dj Dani is a rising women’s mental health advocate and morning drive radio personality based in Trinidad @951theultimateone. She is a writer, editor, producer, dreamer & do'er. On this podcast Dominique and Dani talk about women in radio, mental health advocacy and the massive party traditions of Trinidadan Carnival.
(Airdate 1/3/23) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580.
(Airdate 12/16/22) Buy their fascinating book on what they uncovered. http://clandestine-life.com/
(Airdate 12/16/22) https://kbla1580.com/podcast-first-things-first-with-dominique-diprima/
(Airdate 12/16/22) Ed and Dominique are partners in crime on Fox Soul TV’s Business of Being Black with Tammi Mac…And Partners in Politics on First Things First with Dominique DiPrima Follow Ed Sanders on Twitter @edwardmsanders
(Airdate 12/15/22) The acclaimed musician Rhiannon Giddens uses her art to excavate the past and reveal bold truths about our present. A MacArthur “Genius Grant” recipient, Giddens co-founded the Grammy Award-winning Carolina Chocolate Drops. She most recently won a Grammy Award for Best Folk Album for They're Calling Me Home,” and was also nominated for Best American Roots Song for “Avalon” fromThey're Calling Me Home.” Giddens is now a two-time winner and eight-time Grammy nominee. Giddens’s lifelong mission is to lift up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been erased, and to work toward a more accurate understanding of the country’s musical origins.https://www.rhiannongiddens.com/
(Airdate 12/14/22) Downtown Crenshaw Board Member, 27-year Leimert Park resident Damien Goodmon has been labeled a “visionary” by the LA Times and recognized as one of the L.A.’s “100 Most Influential African-Americans'' by the LA Wave Newspapers. Damien Goodmon is the CEO of Downtown Crenshaw, Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Crenshaw Subway Coalition and a board member of the Liberty Community Land Trust. (He’s hiring) jobs@LibertyEcoSystem https://www.downtowncrenshaw.com/ www.libertyecosystem.org
(Airdate 12/14/22) Dominique gets to the heart of the real reason for hate crimes in Los Angeles and America. She also shares stories on FTX and the mysterious Sam Bankman Fried, the mess that is Twitter and our quest to learn Swahili relaunches after a request for the YouTube chat. Yup, we’ve got a lot to talk about. https://kbla1580.com/podcast-first-things-first-with-dominique-diprima/
(Airdate 2/14/22) Our Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight shines on Runway Boutique LA. (4755 West Adams LA CA). The business started seventeen years ago with the dreams and aspirations of Fatima Dodson. After growing up in fashion, Fatima wanted to create a space of her own to bring women together through a thick, connecting thread: fashion. Join them for Brown Sugar, a curated shopping and snacking pop-up on Adams & La Brea in the historic West Adams District. Brown Sugar on Adams 2600 South La Brea Saturday 11A-4PM https://www.shoprunwayboutiquela.com/ On IG @runwayboutiquela
(Airdate 12/14/22) Dr. David C. Turner III is a researcher at the Ralph Bunche Center for African American Studies at UCLA and the Million Hoods Project. He is an organizer with BLMLA.David received his doctorate in the Social and Cultural Studies in Education program at UC Berkeley, where his research focuses on youth-based social movements, political identity, and resistance to the prison regime. https://bunchecenter.ucla.edu/research/million-dollar-hoods
Dr. Cozzette Lyons-Jones, MD is the Chief of Adult Medicine at Watts Healthcare Corporation and President of the Association of Black Women Physicians. On this podcast she shares the latest on variants, boosters, long Covid, RSV, Flu and how to keep you and your family safe during winter surges. https://covid19.ca.gov/
It’s a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique is fired up. On this podcast she destroys the phony narratives that are propping up disgraced City Council member Kevin DeLeon as the community calls for him to step down.
It’s a heated convo between Dominique and Dr. David Horne as he predicts disgraced racist City Councilmember Kevin DeLeon will serve out his full term unti 2024. On this podcast the polisci professor/reparations activist and the talk radio ace go toe-to-to on all things Los Angeles.
Lisa Stevens has dedicated her career to serving and growing the business community across Los Angeles. In her current role, she is a Business Mentor and Coach, with JPMorgan Chase Minority Entrepreneur and Racial Equity Commitment Team. On this podcast she shares tips and resources to help small businesses thrive. www.chase.com/businessLisa.Stevens@Chase.Com
Melina Abdullah, Ph.d is the Lead Organizer for BLMLA. On this podcast she joins Dominique to push back on the marginalization of protester Jason Reedy after he is seen on tape in an altercation with racist Councilman Keven DeLeon. If you have a tip on where KDL will be call the hotline (562) 285-6578 www.blmla.org
Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah looks at activating the abundance that already exists within. www.saharahali.com
Edwonda White is a talented comedian, writer, singer and performer who sings, acts and is an accomplished writer. Edwonda has been featured on HBO's Def Comedy Jam, BET's Comic View, Comedy Central, Showtime, Apollo Comedy Hour and on the Bad Girls of Comedy. She has done colleges, stadiums, churches, nightclubs and theaters all over the country, in Europe and has entertained our American troops overseas. She can currently be heard on Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Radio as a Regular on Quakes’ House Live on Sirius XM. Facebook/Twitter: @edwondawhite IG: @edwondasworld.
Are you celebrating WNBA superstar Brittney Griner’s release from a Russian prison camp? If not, why not? What’s wrong with Kristin Sinema? Do you know Putin’s next move? Do we have to keep talking about Ye? What’s the right way to push back on hate? The phone lines are hot and conversation turns to argumentation then back to elevation.
It’s a rollicking ride through hot topics and little-known stories of the day. From a seventeen year old girl fighting for a memorial to victims of lynching in her own small town, to striking strippers forming a union…From the sneaky morphing of the company formerly known as Monsanto…to Black Xmas…Dominique is on one. And now you are too.IG & Twitter: @diprimaradio Facebook: FirstThingsFirstWithDominiqueDPrima
(Airdate 12/8/22) Omisade Burney-Scott (Oh-me-SHAH-day, she/her) is a seventh generation Black Southern feminist, storyteller and social justice advocate. She is also the creator/curator of The Black Girls’ Guide to Surviving Menopause. She has been featured in numerous outlets including Oprah Daily, Forbes, VOGUE, Prevention, The Washington Post and The New York Times. This is a lively conversation about feminism, pronouns, gender roles and identity and much more. https://blackgirlsguidetosurvivingmenopause.com/
(Airdate 12/8/22) Dominique and the KBLA delegation call out anti-Blackness in light of a new report showing hate crimes are at a 20-year high in Cali. The release of Brittney Griner, police car chases and the role of white liberals are also in the convo.
(Airdate 12/8/22) Pastor K.W. Tulloss is the Senior Pastor of the Weller Street Missionary Baptist Church located in the Downtown, Boyle Heights region of Los Angeles and he is the Los Angeles President and Western Regional Director of Rev. Al Sharpton’s Civil Rights group National Action Network. Here he weighs in on headlines and hot topics.
(Airdate 12/7/22) Trailblazing rap artist Money B is a key member of the legendary Bay Area hip hop collective Digital Underground and a half of the group Raw Fusion with DJ Fuze. Money B is an entrepreneur, producer and acts as the director of Digital Underground’s live shows. He is the Business Manager of the group and continues to tour with DU and record with Young Humpdu as well as for numerous solo projects and collabs. In addition Money B is an author, manages up and coming artists and coaches flag football for his son’s championship peewee team. Dominique and Money B go way back, so this podcast is a freewheeling, fun and revealing conversation about DU, Money B and the state of hip hop. www.DUMerch.Com
(Air Date 12/7/22) Gail Hawkins has been proprietor of Cultural Interiors since 1999. Located at 4421 West Slauson in the Windsor Hills/View Park Shopping on the Hill corridor, they offer exquisite items of the highest quality that will bring character and prestige to your living spaces, interior and exterior. www.culturalinteriors.com
(Airdate 12/7/22) Sherri Bell is a South L.A. Resident, and your Friendly Neighborhood Dorsey Don. Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate as former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center, On this podcast Dominique and Sherri get straight to the point on the UTLA strike, the corporatization of college, newly elected Sheriff Robert Luna, the local angle on Rafael Warnock’s victory and more. @sherri-de-la-ghetto
(Airdate 12/6/22) Jeffrey Henson Scales is a photographer, a professor of photojournalism at New York University and a New York Times photography editor. He began making photographs at age 11 after his parents gave him a camera. He has since spent more than five decades as a documentary photographer. His latest book is In a Time of Panthers: Early Photographs by Jeffrey Henson Scales.
(Airdate 12/5/22) Maya K. van Rossum is the Founder of Green Amendments For the Generations, a non-profit organization inspiring a nationwide movement to secure constitutional recognition and protection of environmental rights in every state and ultimately at the federal level. van Rossum is also the Delaware Riverkeeper, leading the watershed based organization, the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, for over 30 years in its efforts to protect the health of the Delaware River. She is author of, The Green Amendment: The People’s Fight for a Clean, Safe, and Healthy Environment. www.forthegenerations.org
(Airdate 12/5/22) Dominique takes us on a progressive trip through relevant issues of the day from tomorrow’s runoff election in Georgia to the demise of Irans’ “Morality Police'' along with issues like Birttney Griner’s well-being, what exactly happened to Tiffany Cross and what it means that the former president wants to trash the US. constitution.
(Airdate 12/5/22) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah shares the secrets of the final full moon of the year and challenges us to embrace the gap between our past and our future. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 12/2/22) Ron G. is an accomplished comedian, actor, writer, host, and Emmy winning producer. After finishing his dual degrees in finance and management at the University of South Carolina, he began his stand up career in Atlanta. Since then he has appeared in 13 films, numerous television shows and continues to tour the country doing stand up comedy. He currently stars on the WeTV hit Partners in Rhyme, and the upcoming film Eighty for Brady.@comedianrong www.rong.com
(Airdate 12/2/22) Dominique and the callers go deep on troubling issues and hot topics of the day.
(Airdate 12/2/22) Fox Soul TV favorite Ed Sanders joins Dominique to put a progressive lens on local headlines. @edwardmsanders
(Airdate 12/1/22) Director, Producer, Sacha Jenkins is a native New Yorker who came of age while in the throes of the cultural phenomenon called hip-hop. “Fresh Dressed,” which tells the tale of hip-hop fashion, premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. His next film, 2017's “Burn Motherfucker, Burn!,” unpacks the Los Angeles riots of 1965 and 1992. Jenkins also directed “Wu Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men” (2019) and “Bitchin': The Sound and Fury of Rick James”. His latest is “Louis Armstrongs Black & Blues' ', a documentary currently streaming on Apple + TV. www.massappeal.com
(Airdate 12/1/22) Dominique puts a progressive lens on headlines and hot topics. From the British monarchies’ latest racist incident to the ascendance of Congressman Hakeem Jeffries to House Minority Leader, she’s tickling the issues and pulling no punches.
(Airdate 12/1/22) Dominique goes solo to look at a series of important issues on the”Left Coast.” From drones to killer robots are lawmakers doing enough to protect your rights from law enforcement use of high tech tools? Why are hundreds of Black and Latino families suing the city of Palm Springs? How do we handle crimes of rape, murder by catfishing, to stay safe without spiraling into paranoia? Why do Californians freak out over rain and snow? And how do we help the average worker afford to live where their jobs are?
(Airdate 11/30/22) Robin S. Toma is Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations Commission. A native Angeleno and ‘Sansei’ of Japanese and Okinawan ancestry, Robin grew up in the Echo Park/Silver Lake neighborhoods, attending public schools. Over 20 years ago, Karen Mack created the South LA based nonprofit LA Commons based on a vision of communities where everyone has the access and freedom to express themselves culturally and to tap the power that creativity provides. www.lavshate.org
(Airdate 11/30/22) Patrice Simmons and Regina Kimball speak on the return of Nappywood, their effort to recycle Black dollars and how your hair is their business. Find them at Sun Goddess Beauty Center on Facebook or www.nappywood.com
(Airdate 11/30/22) Prompted by New York Mayor Eric Adams order to forcibly institutionalized the severely mentally ill, Dominique, Areva and Akili take on the tough issue of how to help unsheltered mentally ill people who pose a danger to themselves and others without devolving to a carceral system.
(Airdate 11/29) Tatiana Roberts, VP Community Manager with Chase Bank is on a mission to improve financial literacy and close the wealth gap as part of Chases’ Racial Equity Commitment. They are offering free workshops and consultations at the Crenshaw Community Banking Center. www.chase.com or Tatiana.Roberts@chase.com
(Airdate 11/29) Minister Abdul Malik Sayidd Muhammad (formerly Minister Tony) & Ludlow Creary II are taking on a company that allegedly dismissed an employee simply for saying she liked Kanye West. They are calling for a boycott and a protest is taking place 11/30/22 at 10:30Am at 5333 West Jefferson Blvd, los Angeles CA
(Airdate 11/29) From Will Smith to Chris Brown Black men are held to a different standard. Why are African American men never forgiven? Is it triple jeopardy? Coincidence? Or is it old fashioned “buck-breaking?”
A lifelong trailblazer and champion of equity and inclusion, Stephanie Wiggins is the first woman – and first African American woman – to lead Metro in the agency’s history. The appointment as CEO is a homecoming for Ms. Wiggins who served as Deputy CEO of Metro until December 2018. On this podcast CEO Wiggins helps Dominique and the KBLA delegation navigate and understand the Metro system. She speaks on what's new in Los Angeles public transportation and what is still to be done.
(Airdate 11/28/22) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah looks at Mars retrograde, the path to release stagnant thoughts and create loving possibilities. www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 11/28/22) Areva Martin is a CNN Legal Analyst, an award-winning attorney, advocate, legal and social issues commentator, talk show host and producer. She is host of Areve Martin Out Loud Saturday mornings on KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast Dominique and Areva look local and national with personal insights and political analysis as the dust settles from the big election.
(Airdate 11/22/22) Dominique and friends share small healthy changes to your holiday meal, new traditions that support well-being and look at how to honor Indigeneous Americans whether we celebrate Thanksgiving or not.
(Airdate 11/22/22) The phones are hot and so are the topics. From the GOP to the THC we ‘ve got a lot to talk about.
(Airdate 11/21/22) Dr. Ramel Kweku Smith is the co-author of the book entitled "Building Better Men.” He is the founder BLAQUESMITH Psychological Consultative Services, LLC. He has worked extensively with youth through the Milwaukee public school system and counts the NFL amount his many clients. On this podcast he shares ways to help oour children recover from the trauma of the pandemic and ten concrete steps to reduce stress during the holidays and all year long. www.BlaqueSmith.Com
(Airdate 11/21/22) Dominique and the KBLA Delegation light upp the phone lines with lively debate. Where is the basement? Who deserves a safety net? Are Universal Basic Income, Guaranteed Minimum Housing and Medicare for All the wave of the future?
(Airdate 11/21/22) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah dives in on Sagittarius season, and the gift of Luke 672 ‘Forgive and you will be forgiven.” www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 11/21/22) California has an election in the rearview mirror. So what’s ahead? Dominique and Tim take a look at the issues from reparations to the golden state’s oversized prison population - it’s not just a progressive lense…It’s a call to action. www.empowermentinitiative.org www.livefreeca.org
(Airdate 11/18/22) A Guggenheim Fellow and a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Guthrie P. Ramsey, Jr. is a prize-winning music historian, pianist, composer. He is Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ramseys’ prescient theoretical and critical interventions have bridged Black cultural studies and musicology. His latest book is Who Hears Here? On Black Music, Pasts and Present.
(Airdate 11/18/22) TGIF as the KBLA delegation goes wild on headlines and hot topics ranging from Mayor-elect Karen Bass to the tragic story of the beating death of Shanquella Robinson…to which party plays more dirty politics.
(Airdate 11/18/22) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy and advising electoral campaigns. He is also a commentator on Fox Soul TV. On this podcast Dominique and Ed take a look at the dynamics between the newly-elected L.A. Mayor and Councilmembers and the impact of Nancy Pelosi’s decision to step down as speaker after two decades.
Bill Duke is an Actor, Director and Producer in Hollywood with more than 40 years of experience on-screen and behind the camera. Bill Duke is also known for roles in “Predator”, “American Gigolo”, “Car Wash”, “Action Jackson” “Commando”, “Menace II Society”, “Bird on a Wire”, “Get Rich or Die Tryin” and “X-Men 3.” Giving back has been a large part of Bill's Hollywood legacy. He runs the Duke Media Foundation, which for the last ten years has prepared youth for the future by exposing them to specific new media and financial literacy tools. He is being honoered at the I’ve Known Rivers Film Festival. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/11th-annual-ive-known-rivers-film-festival-tickets
Surgeon and medical professor Dr. Julius W. Garvey was born on September 17, 1933 in Kingston, Jamaica to United Negro Improvement Association founder Marcus Garvey and activist Amy Jacques Garvey. Garvey was raised in Jamaica, educated in Canada and has been on a decades long global quest to clear his father, Marcus Garveys’ name and spread the UNIA philosophy of African unity. He is doing a book signing at the I’ve Known Rivers Film Festival. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/11th-annual-ive-known-rivers-film-festival-tickets
Dominique and the KBLA callers have a lot to say about the historic election of Congresswoman Karen Bass to the office of Los Angeles Mayor.
Attorney Connie Rice is a top civil rights lawyer, author and public intellectual known for fighting systemic inequality with coalition lawsuits that have helped millions in poor neighborhoods. The cases she led have won over $10 billion in monetary damages and policy changes. On this podcast she analyzes what the istoric win for Congresswman Karen Bass means for Los Angeles and unpacks at what accountability will look like for newly-elected Sheriff Robert Luna.
(Airdate 11/16/22) Ricky Donnell "Freeway Rick" Ross is an American author and convicted drug trafficker best known for the drug empire he established in Los Angeles in the 1980s. Today Ross is an author, film producer and cannabis entrepreneur. www.freewayrickyross.com
Bonita “Bo” Money is a Film/TV Producer,Cannapreneur, consultant and advocate for social equity, social justice and legal #cannabis Founder of N.D.I.C.A & WAG www.thendica.org
(Airdate 11/15/22) Katherine Haynes is a senior program officer in CHCF’s People-Centered Care team, which works to ensure that Californians — particularly those enrolled in Medi-Cal — receive responsive, comprehensive, and coordinated care that supports their health and well-being. This podcast focuses on the California Healthcare Foundations’ groundbreaking study on the health of Black Californians and what the data demand in order to reach health equity.
(Airdate 11/15/22) Shakari Byerly is a Partner and Principal Researcher at EVITARUS. Ms. Byerly designs and conducts public opinion research encompassing a broad range of issues, including candidate and ballot measure campaigns, American social and political values, and public attitudes. On this podcast Ms. Byerly shares new insights about how Black Californians are managing our health and navigating the system and what needs to be done to confront racism in medical care systems.
(Airdate 11/14/22) Miles Low is an accomplished hip hop artist, lyricist and storyteller hailing from North Las Vegas, NV. Known from his early YouTube success as a battle rapper, he now travels the country performing with a live band as the peoples’ champ of his city, with a mission to MAKE THE WORLD FEEL GOOD. @FCCMG @MilesLowMusic www.mileslowmusic.com
(Airdate 11/14/22) The KBLA Delegation is on the phones assessing the state of Wakanda, what's up with DeSantis and other guys who want to be President, like say…Gavin Newsom and
(Airdate 11/14/22) ) Yoga, meditation, and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah dives in on Scorpion season, the courage to have hard conversations and heal our dark places.
(Airdate 11/14/22) Renata Valree is an Associate Professor at California State University Dominguez Hills where she teaches in the Negotiation, Conflict Resolution and Peace-building graduate studies program. She also serves as Executive Director Peace in Education. Ms. Valree’s considerable academic credits include an M.A, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution. She is a certified Conflict and Emotional Intelligence Coach.
(Airdate 11/11/22)The Mooney Twins are comedians, health educators, motivational speakers, and self-help advocates. They have been into holistic health and the human potential movement for over 20 years. They are currently on their "It Takes a Village to raise a Millionaire" tour.
(Airdate 11/11/22) Shareef previously worked for the Department of Defense as a soldier and civilian for 20 years, almost exclusively in the military healthcare system. During that time, he served as an instructor and program manager for various programs dealing with conflict in the workplace for Military Medicine, and as a consultant to the Defense Health Agency for therapeutic containment and verbal de-escalation. He has been a mediator since 2010.
(11/10/22) Jasiri X is the first independent Hip-Hop artist to be awarded an Honorary Doctorate. He has been deeply involved with the national Movement for Black Lives, with organizations like The Gathering for Justice, Blackout for Human Rights, Justice or Else, BYP100 and Sankofa. Still, he remains rooted in the Pittsburgh-based organization he co-founded, 1Hood Media, whose mission is to build liberated communities through art, education, and social justice. www.jasirix.com
From the “New Squad” to the impact of Progressive policies on fueling wins for Dems, Dominique argues that progressives won on Election Night 2022, and the progressive wing of the Democratic Party is what is currently driving their success. www.dominiquediprima.com
(11/10/22) Dr. Melina Abdullah is a recognized expert on race, gender, class, and social movements. She was among the original group of organizers that convened to form Black Lives Matter and continues to serve as a Los Angeles chapter leader and leader os Black LLives Matter Grassroots (BLM). www.blmgrassroots.org
(Airdate 11/9/22) Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles. Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. He received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University.
(Airdate 11/9/22) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast Dominique and Ed analyze the 2022 election outcomes.
(Airdate 11/8/22) Dr. Quartey is a changemaker, National News Anchor, Political Journalist, and Professor of Social Impact Leadership. He is the Host of KBLA’s "A More PerfectUnion" Sundays 10A-Noon and Host of The Black Report on Fox Soul TV.
(Airdate 11/8/22) Passionate, outspoken and insightful, AREVA MARTIN is one of the country’s leading influencers shaping media today. A USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Areva’s books include, The Everyday Advocate: Standing Up for Your Child with Autism; Make It loop Rain: How to Use the Media to Revolutionize Your Business and Brand.
(Airdate 11/5/22) Joyce Beatty presently serves as the U.S. representative for Ohio's 3rd congressional district since 2013, and chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. Steven Bradford is currently serving in the California State Senate and is Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus. Cedric Richmond is currently the Senior Advisor for the Democratic National Committee.
(Airdate 11/4/22) The 4-1-1- on Measure ULA. Will it really help end houselessness and evictions?
(Airdate 11/4/22) Roland Martin is the host and managing editor of #RolandMartinUnfiltered, the first daily online show in history focused on news and analysis of politics, entertainment, sports, and culture from an explicitly African American perspective.
(Airdate 11/4/22) Nana Gyamfi has been a human and civil rights attorney with a specialty in criminal defense since 1994. Nana graduated from Cornell University and earned her law degree from UCLA’s School of Law. She is the Executive Director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI). www.baji.org
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
(Airdate 11/3/22) Isaiah Washington is a critically-acclaimed, NAACP Image and SAG Award-winning actor, producer, activist and author. Audiences came to know Washington in many of Spike Lee’s movies, including “Crooklyn,” “Clockers,” “Girl 6” and “Get on the Bus.” He’s best known for his groundbreaking role as Dr. Preston Burke on the ABC’s long running medical drama “Grey's Anatomy;” plus, five seasons as Chancellor Thelonius Jaha on the CW/Netflix hit sci-fi series, “The 100;” as well as Mayor Tydell Ruffin, Sr. on the STARZ mega-hit series, “P-Valley.” “Corsicana” is his directorial debut. It opens 11-4-22 at the Cinemark Balldwin Hills. Twitter: @iwashington IG: TheRealIsaiahWashington Art Sims is the CEO, chief creative director, president of marketing, creative director of 1124 Design, Inc, a full service marketing and branding expert in entertainment advertising.Clients have included Black Panther, Lucasfilm, Will Packer, Paramount Pictures, Spike Lee, Universal Pictures and HBO.
(Airdate 11/3/22) A career prosecutor, Fernanda Maria Barreto is currently a Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles County assigned to the Pasadena Branch in the Victim Impact Program (VIP). The VIP assignment remains one of the most challenging in the DA’s Office because deputies must have extensive knowledge of sex crimes, family violence, child abuse, elder abuse, stalking, hate crimes, and human trafficking. Fernanda has worked for over 15 years to protect vulnerable populations by handling complex felony cases including murder, rape, and domestic violence. www.barreto4judge.com
(Airdate 11/3/22) Dominique is joined by Alpha Phi Alpha member, professor and co-owner of The Metaphor Club n Leimert Park, Together they look at issues in the ongoing election including the Mayor’s race along with a number of other issues including the fraternity’s imaginative literacy drive “Tequila and the Bee.” www.inglewoodalphas.com
(Airdate 11/2/22) Davion Farris is a GRAMMY® and ASCAP Award-winning R&B singer-songwriter known for his introspective, soulful ballads with emotional maturity. Recently signed with Hillman Grad Records – the new home of hip-hop and R&B, founded by Lena Waithe, in partnership with Def Jam Records, Farris released his new EP, Moved, which features the hits Tunnel Vision and Bad Guy. Also this year, Farris won a Grammy for his participation on Lucky Daye’s “Falling in Love.” Farris has also written with and for well-known artists such as Mary J. Blige, Tyrese, Trey Songz, Ginuwine, Jill Scott, SIR, and more. This podcast is the essence of a personal and professional conversation with this rising R&B star.
(Airdate 11/2/22) Black Lives Matter Grassroots Director and BLMLA Lead Organizer, Melina Abdullah Ph.d shares updates on the #WhereInTheWolrdIsKevinDeLeon campaign - a movable protest meant to pressure the disgraced L.A. City Councilman to resign following an eighteen day encampment at his home that led to him moving out. In addition we get the latest on the trial of former officer Christopher Schurr who is awaiting trial for 2nd Degree murder in the killing of Patric Lyoya.
(Airdate 11/2/22) Miya Angelou Walker is a registered Democrat, a passionate public servant, and a leader. Raised in Los Angeles, Miya has been a homeowner and Inglewood resident for seven years and has witnessed the City of Champions transform into a gold mine for developers. Now, she believes it is time to enrich the daily lives of Inglewood residents in the same way. www.miyaformayor.com
(Airdate 11/2/22) Winemaker Phil Long is the president of the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV) and the founder of Longevity Wines, a brand based on his love affair with his wife, Debra. They were an interracial couple focused on offering inclusive wine experiences until Debra lost her battle with pancreatic cancer in 2019. Phil personally designed the delicate heart logo on their bottles, then had it tattooed on his forearm before she died so that she will always be with him.
(Airdate 11/1/22) Caleb Gayle is an award-winning journalist who writes about race and identity. A professor at Northeastern University, he is a fellow at New America, PEN America, Harvard's Radcliffe Institute of Advanced Studies, and a visiting scholar at New York University. Gayle’s writing has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Guernica, and other publications. The son of Jamaican immigrants, Gayle is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, the University of Oxford, and has an MBA and a master’s in public policy, both from Harvard University. He lives in Boston.
(Airdate 11/1/22) Raised by a single mother, Lola grew up watching her mother choose between livelihood and motherhood. As a daughter of a veteran and registered nurse, she has lived experience of the conditions working families face and the harsh economic conditions that drive compounded poverty and social inequities. Lola says she is the most progressive candidate in the race, and identifies as a Working Families Democrat.
(Airdate 11/1/22)She shops and supports local businesses in Inglewood. She grew up in Inglewood, learning sportsmanship and leadership through sports and reactions in the Parks & Recreation System. She attended Morningside H.S. and graduated from St. Mary’s Academy. Angelique has worked and lived in the community of Inglewood for most of her life.
(Airdate 11/1/22) It's a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique blasts the corrosive talking points that are corroding the Los Angeles Mayoral race. DiPrima serves up a call to action with one week to go in the local midterm elections.
(Airdate 10/31/22) Emily Flitter covers banking and Wall Street for The New York Times. Before joining The Times in 2017, she spent eight years at Reuters, writing about politics, financial crimes and the environment. She is the author of “The White Wall: How Big Finance Bankrupts Black America,” published by One Signal Publishers in 2022.
(Airdate 10/31/22) On February 1, 2011, James T. Butts, Jr. was sworn in as Inglewood’s 12th mayor. James Butts has 50 years of public safety and municipal government experience. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from California State University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from California Polytechnic University. Mayor Butts has held the rank of CEO, general manager or assistant general manager of three large municipal organizations. He served 19 years in the Inglewood Police Department, rising to the rank of Deputy Chief, 15 years as the Chief of Police for the City of Santa Monica, and five years as an assistant general manager for Los Angeles World Airports in charge of Public Safety and Counterterrorism. https://joinjamesbutts.com/
(Airdate 10/31/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this Halloween podcast, Saharah shares the origins of the holiday and leads us on a guided meditation and affirmation of God’s love. Follow her at www.saharahali.com
(Airdate 10/31/22) Dominique and Jasmyne agree and disagree on local political races, ballot measures and possible solutions. From the L.A. City Council crisis to County Measure A, they break down and bring differing opinions on a host of issues…One thing they do agree on - Congresswoman Karen Bass for Mayor!
(Airdate 10/28/22) Ravi S. Rajan is the president of the California Institute of the Arts. Having studied music and worked with time-based and interactive media, he is an artist and producer. Ravi has also taught students from kindergarten through university and worked with faculty and artists on multimedia projects at Yale University and The Rockefeller University. Ravi has degrees from Yale and the University of Oklahoma and was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts (UK) https://voteyeson28.org/
(Airdate 10/27/22) I am a Mexican American with Louisiana Creole heritage, born and raised in Inglewood, California! In 1995, during my sophomore year of high school, I joined a Violence Prevention Program called Peace Colors and was an at-risk youth. I worked as a Program Manager for the City of Los Angeles Gang Reduction Youth Development Department for Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. Currently, I am an entrepreneur. Not to mention CEO and Founder of The Phoenix Rising Coalition. https://www.rainaforinglewood.com/
(Airdate 10/27/22) My name is Melissa Hammond and I am running for LA Superior Court Judge Office 118. I will bring balance to the bench on day one, due to my experience trying cases and conducting hearings as both a deputy public defender and as a deputy district attorney. I have also practiced civil litigation and conducted administrative hearings. https://www.melissahammondforjudge.com/
(1-/26/22) Isaac Bryan was elected in May 2021 to represent California's 54th Assembly District, which consists of Baldwin Hills, Cheviot Hills, the Crenshaw district, Century City, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Mar Vista, Palms, Rancho Park, Westwood and parts of South Los Angeles and Inglewood. https://a54.asmdc.org/
Alberto Retana is the President and CEO of Community Coalition, a nonprofit organization based in South Los Angeles that empowers residents to transform their communities, improve education, and reimagine public safety. www.cocosouthla.org
(Airdate 10/26/22) Senator Sydney Kamlager represents the 30th Senate District, ranging from Century City to South Los Angeles and takes in Culver City, Cheviot Hills, Crenshaw District, University of Southern California, downtown Los Angeles, and a portion of Inglewood. She is running for the seat left vacant by Congresswoman Karen Bass. www.sydneykamlager.com
(Airdate 10/26/22) The phone lines are on fire with hot topics and clapbacks. Dominique mixes it up with the KBLA delegation bringing progressive analysis, facts and controversy to their comments.
(Airdate 10/26/22) Founder Ruby Buah went from being a financial analyst at Coca-Cola, to taking the leap to building a world-renowned brand. With the aim of Keeping Us Authentic, KUA is beloved by celebs including Cardi B, Bozoma Saint John, Gabby Sidibe, and Nicole Ari Parker. www.kuadesigns.com
Dolly Chugh is a Harvard educated, award-winning social psychologist at the NYU Stern School of Business, where she is an expert researcher in the psychology of good people. In 2018, she delivered the popular TED Talk “How to let go of being a ‘good’ person and become a better person.” She is the author of A More Just Future and The Person You Mean to Be. www.dollychugh.com
A graduate of Southwestern Law School, Holly has over 15 years of legal criminal law experience. She has tried to jury 65 trials. She has an 80% success rate in achieving acquittals or reductions. For more than 15 years, Holly has served in the Public Defender's Office. Holly Hancock is the Deputy-In-Charge of the Criminal Record Clearing Unit of the Office of the Public Defender. She is a member of the Defenders of Justice 2022 slate. www.hancock4judge.com
Fredrisha “Sha” Dixon is a Mother, Activist, Community Organizer, and Legal Professional. She was born in Nashville, Tennessee but has called Inglewood home for the past 7 years. She is currently a 2022 Law For Black Lives (L4BL) Legal Fellow and she serves as a Board Member for the National Lawyers Guild Los Angeles. www.fredrishadixon.com
(Airdate 10/25/22) Dominique DiPrima gives a thumbs up, thumbs down or the middle finger to the statewide ballot initiatives.
(Airdate 10/25/22) Dominique DiPrima goes over the measures on the ballot for the city of Los Angeles to help get you ready to vote.
(Airdate 10/24/22) Carolyn “Jiyoung” Park is a daughter of Korean immigrants and was born and raised in Los Angeles. She obtained a B.A. at Tulane University in New Orleans, and a J.D. at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Jiyoung currently has a private general practice which handles civil rights, labor, tenant and social impact business matters. She has volunteered with A NewWay of Life. She is a member of The Defenders of Justice slate. www.ParkforJudge.Com
(Airdate 10/24/22) Carolyn “Jiyoung” Park is a daughter of Korean immigrants and was born and raised in Los Angeles. She obtained a B.A. at Tulane University in New Orleans, and a J.D. at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Jiyoung currently has a private general practice which handles civil rights, labor, tenant and social impact business matters. She has volunteered with A NewWay of Life. She is a member of The Defenders of Justice slate. www.ParkforJudge.Com
(Airdate 10/24/22) Anna is a mother and a trial attorney for the public defender’s office. Prior to being a public defender, she had experience working in administrative and labor law on the employee side. She has extensive experience working with social workers, finding mental health and rehabilitation programs, tackling housing insecurity, and fighting for access to services. She is a member of The Defenders of Justice slate. www.ReitanoforJudge.Com.
(Airdate)10/24/22 Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast, on the eve of an eclipse, Saharah helps us to find the harmony within. Follow her at www.SaharahAli.Com.
(Airdate 10/21/22) Mr. Guillory is co-founder, along with Danny Glover, of The Robey Theatre Company, one of Los Angeles’s longest operating and most award-winning African American-led theater companies. He is also an accomplished actor. Mr. Guillory coordinates Robey’s Playwrights Program, directs the Robey Play Reading Series, and serves as an instructor for its Advanced Scene Workshop.
(Airdate 10/21/22) Ed shares his insights on Prop 31 as a policy advocate who has worked on the issue of flavored tobacco for years. The outlook in the Mayor’s race, Measure ULA and the ultimate October surprise are all in the convo.
(Airdate 10/20/22) Lauren Young is an academic and policy consultant specializing in security and defense issues. She is a lecturer at Yale University. With her new book HITLER’S GIRL: The British Aristocracy and the Third Reich on the Eve of WWII (Harper; August 23, 2022), academic and policy expert Lauren Young is the first to fully unpack the covered-up story of the rise of English fascism and how it bore may of the hallmarks of the upsurge of nationalism and populism in the U.S. and Europe today.
(Airdate 10/20/22)Jessica Sims, MD is a volunteer expert and past Board Member for the American Heart Association in Los Angeles. She is currently the Medical Director of Medical Management at UCLA Health. Dr. Sims is board certified in Emergency Medicine, board eligible in clinical informatics with a Masters in Public Health.
(Air Date 10/19/22)Emerald Snipes-Garner is the youngest daughter of six children, and is currently the Executive Director of the nonprofit We Can’t Breathe Inc., which is inspired by her late father, Eric Garner, and her sister Erica Garner. Her new book Finding My Voice: On Grieving My Father Eric Garner and Pushing for Justice was released this month. www.icantbreath.net
(Airdate 10/19/22) Passionate about social activism and proclaiming a theology open and accessible to all, Edward Anderson is a third generation Pastor who serves as leader of the historic McCarty Memorial Christian Church located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles. On this podcast he shares inside scoop as a veteran of the LA City Council Redistricting Commission and some jarring revelations that point to what needs to be done to fix L.A. politics.
Ayize & Aiyana Ma’at, high school sweethearts, have been together for 27 years and married for 20. As both therapists and relationship coaches, they continue to answer the call on their lives to improve the quality of African American relationships. Their BLAM (Black Love And Marriage) community helps individuals and couples overcome chronic issues in their relationship around infidelity, communication, intimacy, & conflict management. www.BlackLoveandMarriage.Com
(Airdate 10-18-22) Bernard C. Parks served as a member of the Los Angeles City Council, representing the 8th district in South Los Angeles from 2003 to 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, Parks served as Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department from August 1997 to May 2002. On this podcast he speaks plainly about what should and should not be reformed in the wake of the Los Angeles City Council crisis over leaked audio from secretly recorded tapes.
(Airdate 10-18-22) Dominique goes over some key issues on the ballot for the Los Angeles City, County and Statewide election on or before Nov. 8th. Superior court judges and propositions are covered along with some other local issues and candidates.
(Airdate 10/17/22) Gayle E. Smith is CEO of the ONE Campaign. She has served as a top advisor on international issues for three American presidents and is one of the world’s leading experts on global development and global health security. In 2021, Smith took on a temporary role at the request of the Secretary of State and served as US State Department’s Coordinator for Global COVID Response & Health Security, where she played a leading role in the US effort to end the global pandemic. Smith had previously served as Special Assistant to President Obama and Senior Director for Development and Democracy at the National Security Council, where she played a lead role in the response to the Ebola epidemic and presidential development initiatives including Power Africa and Feed the Future.
(Airdate 10/17/22) Curren D. Price, Jr. was born and raised in the Los Angeles City Council District that he was elected to represent in 2013 and overwhelmingly re-elected to the position in 2022. He received a Political Science degree from Stanford University and earned his J.D. from the University of Santa Clara, School of Law.
(Airdate 10/17/22) Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is a former STEM teacher from Watts, current youth mentor, a mother to a son with special needs & community organizer running for California State Assembly Assembly District 65.
Heather Hutt serves as the Councilwoman for the Tenth District. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Hutt is the first woman in history and the first black woman to be appointed as a voting member for the district. She recently served as the first Black U.S. Senate State Director in California’s history, and in her capacity serving Senator Kamala D. Harris. In this podcast Councilmember Hutt speaks frankly on this podcast about the controversy in City Council and its impact on her, her Leimert Park roots and why she is the right person to represent CD10.
Jan Perry is the Executive Director of Shelter Partnership, Inc., a nonprofit organization that has distributed a quarter of a billion dollars of non-perishable goods at the forefront of Los Angeles’ response to the homeless crisis since 1985. Jan concurrently serves as Executive Director of the Infrastructure Funding Alliance, where she recently led formation of critical union alliances (IBEW, Teamsters). From 2001-2013, Perry served as a Los Angeles City Councilperson in District 9, which includes Downtown, Little Tokyo, and South LA.
(Airdate 10/14/22) As Mayor of Los Angeles, Antonio Villaraigosa presided for eight years over the nation’s second largest city. He grew up poor, in a tough neighborhood on the city’s east side. In 2005, he was elected Mayor in a historic landslide. The first Latino to lead the city in over 130 years, he won election with support from every community in the most diverse of American cities. Easily elected to a second term in 2009, he emerged as a dynamic national spokesman for education reform and expanded investment in America’s transportation infrastructure. In this podcast the Mayor speaks on the L.A. City Council crisis set off by the racist comments caught on tape.
(Airdate 10/13/22) Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., is a civil rights activist and entrepreneur. He is the owner of The Bakewell Company, which includes among its holdings the Los Angeles Sentinel newspaper. He has been Chairman of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) since 2009. Through the Los Angeles Sentinel, Bakewell created “Taste of Soul.” considered one of the largest street family festivals in Los Angeles. Bakewell and his wife, Aline Bakewell, Esq, founded the Sabriya’s Castle of Fun Foundation in memory of their youngest daughter who lost her life to leukemia. Bakewell is a three-time NAACP Image Award winner and a Southern Christian Leadership Martin Luther King, Jr Award recipient.
(Airdate 10/13/22) Angelenos light up the phones with reactions, solutions ad searing condemnations of the Los Angeles City Council crisis which brought focus to anti-blackness, anti-indigeneous sentiment, gerrymandering and discrimination against the poor.
(Airdate 10/13/22) Tim is a lifelong resident of South Central Los Angeles. Since gaining his freedom after 22 years of incarceration, Tim accepted the position of the LIVEFREE CA Director where he is leading a statewide coalition of a diverse group of 20 Black-led organizations engaged in community based violence reduction as well as state sanctioned violence reduction in the form of officer-involved shootings.
(Airdate 10/12//22) Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson represents the Eighth District of Los Angeles, the last majority Black district in the city. He chairs the Planning and Land Use Committee. Marqueece grew up in South Los Angeles and proudly resides there with his wife Karrie.
(Airdate 10/12/22) Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. His current books are: The Counter-Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery, Jim Crow and the Roots of U.S. Fascism and Revolting Capital: Racism and Radicalism in Washington, D.C., 1918-1968.
(Airdate 10/12/22) Billion Godsun Strives to be a liberator, organizer, protector & provider of Black Los Angeles. He is Co-founder of the Africa Town Coalition & Africa Town Enterprise as well as Executive Director of the People's Juneteenth 2022.
(Airdate 10/11/22) Ed Mabrey, actor, author, and speaker, exemplifies the modern-day renaissance artist. From the script to the screen and the page to the stage, Ed captivates, motivates, and promulgates the performing arts. He is accepted as the greatest poet in the history of poetry slam with over 500 wins in his career, including 4 individual world titles.
(Airdate 10/11/22) The phone lines are hot and the people are angry, call it righteous rage. Black Angelenos weigh in the racist rhetoric spoken behind closed doors and the many impacts of anti-Blackness on our everyday lives.
(Airdate 10/11/22) Areva is America's go-to expert, host and commentator on compelling legal, political issues. A Harvard Law School graduate, Areva founded the Los Angeles based civil rights firm, Martin & Martin, LLP. In this podcast Attorney Martin breaks down the legal, political, economic and social impacts of the racist comments and machinations of four sitting Los Angeles City Councilmembers.
As one of the first African American directors hired by the major studios, Michael Schultz forever changed the game by opening doors for directors of color. Starting in the 70’s and 80’s with such features as Cooley High, Car Wash, Which Way is Up?, Krush Groove and The Last Dragon. He is currently directing two of Warner Bros studios highest rated TV series, All American & All American:Homecoming. In 1991, Schultz was inducted into the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame In 2014.
(Airdate 10/10/22) Dominique and Atty Nana take L.A. City Councilmembers Nury martinez, Gil Cedillo and Kevin de Leon to task for the racist, homophobic, anti-indigeneous, and poor people rhetoric they spewed behind closed doors, check for criminal liability and call for their immediate resignations
(Airdate 10-7-22) “An artist’s responsibility is to reflect the times.” Following the 1963 bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church, Nina Simone shifted her talents to activism, creating some of our most powerful Civil Rights anthems. Writer Christina Ham’s new play “Nina Simone: Four Women” brings light to Simones activism and her music. It opens in Oct 2022 at the South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa.Ham recently entered an overall deal with Universal Content Productions after working as a supervising producer on WESTWORLD.
(Airdate 10/7/22) Sherri Bell is a South L.A. Resident, and your Friendly Neighborhood Dorsey Don. Sherri is Labor Rights Advocate as former Lead Community Organizer with the Los Angeles Black Worker Center. IG: @SherridelaGhetto
(Airdate 10/6/22) Nicole London (Director, Producer) is an Emmy® Award-winning and GRAMMY® -nominated producer and director. In this podcast she focuses on the untold aspects of the lives of two American heroes, the focus of her two new documentaries -- HARRIET TUBMAN: VISIONS OF FREEDOM and BECOMING FREDERICK DOUGLASS. Both films are streaming on PBS.org.
(Airdate 10/5/22) Marie Deary is a common-sense advisor that offers people control over their lives and their futures by showing them how to get control of their finances.She is a UCLA, MBA and Stanford graduate and has a track record for saving thousands of homes from foreclosure. She has made it her mission to help simplify money matters, increasing financial literacy both now and for the future. www.wealthmanagementlb.com
(Airdate 10/5/22) Star Beer USA is a minority-owned initiative committed to donating 5% of their profits to cervical cancer research in the memory of the owner’s sister Ngozi Okaka, who passed away in 2019 with cancer. Star beer is a classic Nigerian brew well-loved throughout the continent for almost seven decades and now widely available in the United States. www.Starbeerusa.com
(Airdate 10/5/22) Passionate about social activism and proclaiming a theology open and accessible to all, millennial Edward Anderson is a third generation Pastor who serves the historic McCarty Memorial Christian Church located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles.
(Airdate 10/4/22) Warren S. L. Burke, is an actor/writer from Chicago, Illinois, raised in Memphis, TN. Currently, you can catch him on Netflix’s Family Reunion, NBC’s Abby’s, and Bigger on the all-new BET+ app. He has worked with renowned companies, like The Groundlings Theatre. He is currently starring in the film Dead for a Dollar.
(Airdate 10/4/22) The best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time, CeCe Winans long ago cemented her status as one of the most accomplished and celebrated women in modern music history. She has released a myriad of solo and collaborative albums that crossed genres and influenced generations of gospel and secular vocalists. Her mantel today holds a staggering 15 Grammy Awards, 31 Grammy Nominations, 23 Dove Awards and 15 Stellar Awards. Staggering accolades include the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Nashville Music City Walk of Fame.
(Airdate 10/4/22) Terry is a longtime Republican who feels Democrats take Black people for granted. Dominique and the KBLA delegation want receipts.
(Airdate 10/3/22) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580. The latest in the Sheriff’s and Mayor’s races, the bird flu, Sascheen LittleFeather, the LAUSD data hack and more are covered.
(Airdate 9/30/22) MkCoi Zeno, an artist, Spiritualist, and Crystal jeweler has quite the range of expertise. He has certification as a yoga instructor, iridologist, and Reiki healer. MkCoi worked at Simply Wholesome health food stores as resident herbalist for 9 years which is where he started A Crystal Peace jewelry 7 years ago. A Crystal Peace Jewelry is a copper wire wrap jewelry line that uses the highest quality crystals to create earrings, pendants, bracelets and more. The mission is to give people high vibrational tools that can support them in their everyday lives.
Dominique Takes On Solitary Confinement, the Teachers Union, Rick Caruso & More (Airdate 9/30/22)
Dr. Kris Marsh received her PhD from the University of Southern California. She was a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Carolina Population Center at the University of North Carolina before joining the faculty of Maryland where she has been tenured since 2014. Dr. Marsh has a book forthcoming with Cambridge University Press that examines the mental choices and dating practices of an emerging Black middle class that is single and living alone.
She is an associate professor in the School of Behavioral andApplied Sciences at Azusa Pacific University, where she teaches doctoral courses on equity and inclusion, leading change, and research inquiry. She is an abolitionist organizer, educator, minister,and scholar. Today’s podcast focuses on ending qualified immunity, the historical perspective on the $15 million dollar victory for the family of Andrew Joseph III, and the fight for the soul of Black Lives Matter.
(Airdate 9/28/22) Author Sheilah Y. Kimble is a mama who is turning her pain into purpose. After her beloved adult son Arthur was murdered she realized he was the victim of domestic violence. www.TheEnnovativeOne.Com
(Aridate 9/28/22) BLMLA Lead Organizer, Professor Melina Abdullah joins Dominique to highlight the recent victory in Tampa, unpack the latest law enforcement headlines and offer a call to action on ending the legal doctrine of qualified immunity. www.BLMGrassroots.com
Danielle Sandoval is a community leader, entrepreneur, and third-generation Angeleno. As the former President of the Harbor City Neighborhood Council and the area’s Budget Advocate. Sandoval previously served as ILWU Federated Auxiliary 8 President, ILWU Federated Auxiliaries Treasurer, and an ILWU Southern California District Council delegate. She is running to fill the seat left vacant by Joe Buscaino.
(Airdate 9/27/22) Dominique shares a recent clip of a British monarchist/correspondent and debunks the false claims, history and framing in her anti-reparations rant that left CNN’s Don Lemon speechless.
(Airdate 9/27/22) Dominique goes in on the hypocrisy of police and conservative politicians pouncing on Congresswoman Karen Bass after her home was burglarized. DiPrima is joined by Mark-Anthony Clayton-Johnson who briefs us on why Justice LA Now is demanding that the LA County Board of Supervisors abandon plans to build a new mental health jail, and make good on their commitment to voters for a Care First approach.
The Oval’s Ptosha Storey & Bel Air's Jordan L. Jones Are Mother & Son Actors Taking Hollywood By Storm
Olivia Watkins currently serves as a co-founder and President of Black Farmer Fund, a non-profit impact investing organization creating sustainable and equitable food systems by investing in black farmers and food businesses of NY. She also serves as a board member for Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders.
A 10-person jury ruled in favor of the family of 14-year-old Andrew Joseph III in Joseph v. Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. The family was awarded $15 million in the wrongful death case. The huge sum sent a message to law enforcement and now the family along with Black Lives Matter Grassroots is on a mission to end qualified immunity.
(Airdate 9/26/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah reminds us to look inside and trust stillness. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 9/26/22) Dominique and the KBLA callers weigh in on issues of importance in the Golden State. Mandatory Kindergarten, the renaming of a prestigious law school to shed a racist legacy and important issues on the November ballot are among our topics.
(Airdate 9/23/22) Martine Syms has earned wide recognition for a practice that combines conceptual grit, humor, and social commentary. Using a combination of video, installation, and performance, often interwoven with explorations into technique and narrative, Syms examines representations of Blackness and its relationship to vernacular, feminist thought, and radical traditions.
Award-winning director/writer/producer Gina Prince-Bythewood is one of the most versatile storytellers working in film and television. Known for her authentic character-driven work, Prince-Bythewood has directed and written such influential feature films as “Love & Basketball,” “The Secret Life of Bees,” and “Beyond The Lights.” Prince-Bythewood’s latest feature film is the epic, “The Woman King,” which she directed for Sony’s Tristar Pictures.
(Airdate 9/23/22) DiPrima puts an unrelenting progressive spot light on hot button issues, including Trumps criminal enterprises, the climate crisis, the disaster in Puerto Rico and the caribbean, the controversy of The Woman King, The Little Mermaid and Black elves, Roe vs. Wade, celebrity mess and our upcoming elections. If you’re mad she could be talking about you…
(Airdate 9/23/22) Chris Lodgson is a lead organizer with CJEC, the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, and ARCC, the American Redress Coalition of California, which are grassroots, California-based organizations working for Reparations and Reparative Justice for descendants of US Chattel Slavery living in California. CJEC is one of seven Community Organizations selected by the California Reparations Task Force to conduct community outreach and engagement for Reparations. Chris and Dominique agree to disagree.
(Airdate 9/21/22) Akili is founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He is a longtime community activist and political strategist and one of the lead organizers with BLMLA. The institute is working to stand in solidarity with the people of Jackson, Mississippi and against the privatization of water.
(Airdate 9/21/22) Reginald Jones-Sawyer (Democratic Party) is a member of the California State Assembly, representing District 59. He is running for re-election to the California State Assembly to represent District 57. Jones-Sawyer is a member of the state Reparations Task Force.
Tony Weaver, Jr. is a storyteller that creates diverse worlds where every person can find their place. After racism and bullying led to a suicide attempt in his teens, the pages of manga and graphic novels gave him the courage to continue living. He’s the creator of The UnCommons, an award-winning webcomic series with over 2.5 million readers. Plus, he’s the founder of Weird Enough Productions. Anime, careers in tech, BLERD culture, belonging and nurturing Black boys are all part of the podcast conversation.
(Airdate 9/20/22) Ibeyi is a French musical duo consisting of twin sisters Lisa-Kaindé Diaz and Naomi Diaz. The duo sings in English, French, Spanish and Yoruba, In Yoruba, Ibeyi means "twins".
(Airdate 9/19/22) Heather McGhee is an expert in economic and social policy. The former president of the inequality-focused think tank Demos, McGhee has drafted legislation, testified before Congress and contributed regularly to news shows including NBC’s Meet the Press. She is the author of the New York Times best-selling book, “The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together,”
Dr.Stephanie E. Myers is author of the book, “Invisible Queen,” a biographical story about Queen Sophia Charlotte, Queen of England and Ireland for 57 years. Dr. Myers is Vice President and Co-Owner of R.J. Myers Publishing and Consulting Company.
James Farr is a Journalist, Producer, Film Documentarian & Member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) #AndrewJosephIII was an honor roll student, a scholar-athlete, a beloved son and brother. At just 14-years-old, while attending “Student Day” at the Florida State Fair in Tampa, Hillsborough County sheriffs targeted, harassed, searched, photographed, and unjustly removed Andrew from the fair. The Joseph family has been fighting for justice in Andrew’s name since the day his life was stolen on February 7, 2014, as the police responsible for his death elude accountability under the veil of qualified immunity.
(Airdate 9/19/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah helps us take back our power. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 9/19/22) Assemblymember Lori Wilson proudly represents California’s 11th Assembly District. Lori D. Wilson is the first Black female Mayor to serve in all of Solano County. First elected to the Suisun City Council in 2012, she served as Vice-Mayor for six years before winning the Mayor’s race in 2018. She is a champion for women's issue and in this podcast she goe in depth about protecting a woman’s right to choose in California.
L.A. Claps Back: the KBLA Delegation Responds to Sheriff Alex Villanueva and Chief Robert Luna the Two Men Vying to Be L.A. County Sheriff
KBLA Public Safety Forum with Sheriff Alex Villanueva and Chief Robert Luna 'Hour Two: Sheriff Alex Villanueva Answers Our Questions7A-8A Moderated by Tavis Smiley and Co-Hosted by Attorney Angela Reddock-Wright Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey and Dominique DiPrima, this Public Safety Forum offers insight into the views and approaches of the two man facing off in November for the pivotal position of L.A. County Sheriff.
Hour One: Chief Robert Luna Answers Our Questions 6A-7A | KBLA Public Safety Forum with Sheriff Alex Villanueva and Chief Robert Luna
Moderated by Tavis Smiley and Co-Hosted by Attorney Angela Reddock-Wright Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey and Dominique DiPrima, this Public Safety Forum offers insight into the views and approaches of the two man facing off in November for the pivotal position of L.A. County Sheriff.
(Airdate 9/15/22) Damien Lewis is an award-winning writer who spent twenty years reporting from war, disaster, and conflict zones for the BBC and other global news organizations. He is the bestselling author of more than twenty books,
(Airdate 9/15/22) For this Soul singer, dramatist, educator and activist, music and art are more than entertainment; they are her mission. And with penetrating depth, Ayanna’s work is making audiences feel and heal. Ayanna is no stranger to the entertainment world. While growing up as the daughter of legendary Comedian and Human Rights Activist Dick Gregory, she was blessed with the opportunity to interact with such mega talents as Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Michael Jackson. www.ayannagregory.com
Are Sheriffs Deputies Above the Law? BLM’s Tabatha Jones-Jolevette Breaks Down How That is Playing Out in Court In the Quest for Justice for Andrew Joseph III & How Ending Qualified Immunity WIll Change All That
Are You Happy For Me? Dominique Celebrates Kendrick Lamar’s Incredible SoCal Show, Decodes The Sheriff’s Targeting of Supervisor Shiela Kuehl, & Deciphers All Things L.A.
(Airdate 9/14/22) Dr. Fernando Guerra is the director of the Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Center for the Study of Los Angeles at Loyola Marymount University. He earned his Ph.D. and M.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan and his B.A. in International Relations from the University of Southern California. His area of scholarly work is in local governance, urban politics, and racial and ethnic politics.
(Airdate 9/14/22) DiPrima shares news and progressive analysis on national headlines and hot topics. The conversation includes a report by James Farr of the LA Progressive News live from Tampa FLorida ashe continues to track the civil case seeking justice for Andrew Joseph III.
(Airdate 9/14/22) Jennie Ta is President/CEO for the California Institute of Advanced Management, CIAM, a nonprofit graduate school focused on offering an affordable and quality education based on the principles and values of Peter F. Drucker. Salvino Lewis is the Director of Admissions, Marketing and Communications with the California Institute of Advanced Management.
(Airdate 9/14/22) Dominique breaks down the two California sports betting propositions 26 and 27, sheds light on the LA County Sheriff’s race and speaks with BLM Grassroots’s Tabatha Jones-Jolevett on the family, the civil case and the very bright light of love associated with Andrew Joseph III.
James Farr is an independent journalist who writes for The Los Angeles Progressive. He is also host of the online show The Conversation Live. He is in Florida covering the civil lawsuit seeking justice for 14-year-old Andrew Joseph III. After more than eight years, the Joseph family is finally going to court to try to hold the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department accountable for the death of a young boy who should have had his entire life ahead of him. His life was stolen on February 7, 2014, and the police responsible for his death have eluded accountability under the veil of qualified immunity.
(Airdate 9/13/22) Miles Low joins the conversation with Dominique on a Talking Point Tuesday…The KBLA delegation weighs in on the phone lines…And from the real deal with the English monarchy to a murder at Roscoe’s…we’ve got a lot to talk about.
(Airdate 9/12/22) Qualified immunity is an unjust legal doctrine that shields killer and corrupt cops from accountability. The judicially-created practice gives special protections to government officials, including police officers, when they are accused of violating people’s constitutional rights. Black Lives Matter Grassroots is working to end this practice in the name of Andrew Joseph, III. www.BLMGrassroots.com.
(Airdate 9/12/22) Dr.Stephanie E. Myers is author of the book, “Invisible Queen,” a biographical story about Queen Sophia Charlotte, Queen of England and Ireland for 57 years. Dr. Myers is Vice President and Co-Owner of R.J. Myers Publishing and Consulting Company, a minority-owned publishing company. Dr. Myers is a native Californian, with a B.A. in Psychology and African American Studies, from California State University at Dominguez Hills; a Master of Arts in Urban Affairs, from Occidental College; Graduate Fellowship in Public Affairs, from the Coro Foundation; and Doctorate in Applied Management and Decision Sciences, from Walden University.
AndrewJosephIII was an honor roll student, a scholar-athlete, a beloved son and brother. The Joseph family has been fighting for justice in Andrew’s name since the day his life was stolen on February 7, 2014, as the police responsible for his death elude accountability under the veil of qualified immunity. www.AndrewJosephFoundation.Com
(Airdate 9/12/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah helps us take back our power. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 9/12/22) Fatima Iqbal-Zubair is a former STEM teacher from Watts, current youth mentor, a mother to a son with special needs & community organizer running for California State Assembly Assembly District 65. She was endorsed by Bernie Sanders in her 2020 run and now by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, Councilmember Mike Bonin, Compton treasurer Brandon Mims, California Working Families Party, Sierra Club CA and more.
(Airdate 9/9/22) Dr. Janet Williams is a licensed physician and surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. She is a board certified specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, the founder of IntimateWellnessShop.com, an intimate life coach and the author of the forthcoming book Why Don’t I Like Sex Anymore. A member of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, she has been helping women find solutions to their reproductive and sexual health concerns since 2001.
Nation of Liars? Will Steve Bannon, Donald Trump and Tier Band of Prevaricators Be Indicted and Other Fun Friday Topics
(Airdate 9/8/22) Capri Maddox is the first Executive Director of the Los Angeles Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department (LA Civil Rights). Mayor Eric Garcetti appointed Ms. Maddox to the position in February 2020 to address systemic racism and bias in the areas of commerce, education, employment, and housing. www.civilandhumanrights.lacity.org
(Airdate 9/8/22) From Leimert Park to Libya, KBLA callers weigh in and have their say. Dominique rolls out the intellectual red carpet and occasionally pushes back in this lively exchange.
(Airdate 9/8/22) Tweet-storm, talk-storm, truth storm: Dominique is on one obliterating the BS, calling for justice and naming names. It’s a no-holds-barred progressive lens and some inspiration to keep us encouraged.
(Airdate 9/7/22) Named a “Top California Employment Lawyer” by the Daily Journal and one of Los Angeles’ “Most Influential Minority and Women Attorneys” by the Los Angeles Business Journal, Angela Reddock-Wright is a recognized employment and labor law attorney, workplace and Title IX investigator, mediator, arbitrator, and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) professional.
(Airdate 9/7/22) Wealth building Wednesday spotlights Black-owned and women-owned businesses. The mission also includes local, small and socially innovative businesses as well as business-oriented CBOs. Wendy Rose Berry & Eugenia Marshall are the Co-founders and CEO of conditionHER. ConditionHER is a natural daily-use moisturizing cream scientifically formulated for the vulva and perfect for other external intimate areas such as the vulva, inner thighs, and underarms.
(Airdate 9/7/22) Assemblymember Bryan stops by the KBLA studio to bring us up to date on the newly completed legislative session, the wins, the losses and what’s still to do. His work on Proposition one to protect a woman’s right to choose, his quest to stop new oil wells where we live, and his drive to stop the county from charging folks when they take their kids are among the topics of conversation. We also take a look at the battle against the climate crisis and prison gerrymandering.
(Airdate 9/6/22) Dr. Jeshana Johnson is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Couples, Sex, & Relationship Therapy. Dominique has questions.
(Airdate 9/6/22) Dominique unpacks national headlines using her famous commitment to “focus on what we want.” But she won’t let the rose-colored glasses stop her from seeing the f**kery of fascism, white supremacy, corruption and other threats to progress.
(Airdate 9/6/22) The Mayor's race, the election of the next sheriff…the Harlem renaissance…and the bible. All these topics are in the conversation.
(Airdate 9/2/22) Dr. Gail Jackson, MD ia a pioneer in perimenopausal and menopausal hormone balancing because she realized the options were very limited for women to feel fabulous throughout life. Her present focus is exclusively anti-aging and wellness utilizing integrative medical principles. Denise Pines is a longtime community health advocate and media pioneer, Denise Pines is a trusted resource for women as they pursue midlife wellness. Ms. Pines is the immediate past president of the Medical Board of California and serves on the Board of Directors of the Federation of State Medical Boards. www.WisePause.Com
(Airdate 9/2/22) Dr. Melina Adbullah is Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and the lead organizer of BLMLA. On this podcast she details the astounding announcement of the boots-on-the-ground activists of Black Lives Matter taking legal action against the BLM Global Network Foundation which they say has fallen under the control of an unscrupulous consultant.
(Airdate 9/2/22) What does it mean that a judge says a racial discrimination lawsuit against Tesla can move forward? WHat’s the real story with Black Lives Matter? Does developer Rick Caruso have a built in conflict of interest should he become Mayor? What will happen when eviction protections are lifted at the end of the year? Why did Chriis Rock turn down an offer to host the Oscars?
(Airdate 9/1/22) Dr. Gerald Horne is a renowned historian and author. On this podcast he gives his progressive take to help us grasp everything from the legacy of former Soviet leader Mikael Gorbachev to the conflict in Ethiopia, to worldwide energy inflation to the consequences of the Maralago warrant and the former president’s legal jeopardy.
(Airdate 9/1/22) The climate emergency sets off a lively conversation on national and international issues. What do we do to survive the drought? Is water the new oil? How do we beat the heat? Dominique DiPrima and the folks on the phones put a progressive lens on some very very hot topics.
(Airdate 9/1/22) The focus of this podcast is all things L.A…And Golden State. From the way we are all rooting for the legend from Compton - Serena Williams - to the passage of the Governors Care Court which will force severely mentally ill people into court-ordered treatment, to the messy race for city controller pitting a progressive thirty-something vs. a longtime City Councilmember we have the scoop.
(Airdate 8/31/22) Angeles Echols is a noted educator and a nonprofit leader, in Los Angeles, having served marginalized and overlooked youth as an educator for over 35 years. As CEO/Founder of Educating Young Minds, Inc. She is one of 50 recipients of the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black Women Impact Grant in 2022 and will be presented with the "Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award" on September 29, 2022 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. during the Congressional Black Caucus Convention. The question of the day: what will it take for young people to bounce back from the pandemic?
(Airdate 8/31/22) Miss B from M&Ms challenges us to eat at family owned, Black restaurants and keep the wealth in our community. Carl from L.A. believes Biden is being extra about the police because he’s hustling for votes, and Morris from Inglewood is grateful the President mentioned fascists even if he didn’t go far enough. Dialogue and dialectics - must be Wednesday.
(Airdate 8/31/22) Michelle Perkins, Founder/Executive Director Michelle Perkins is the Founder/Executive Director for Turning Point Alcohol & Drug Education Program, Inc. (Turning Point).
(Airdate 8/31/22) The movement for food sovereignty and urban gardens, Governor Newsoms weird plan to resurrect the Diablo Nuclear Power Plant, The Real Housewives of CD 10, how to survive a heatwave in the midst of a climate emergency, and the housing affordability crisis are all in the conversation. Dominique DiPrima applies a progressive lens and a little common sense to the issues of the day.
(Airdate 8/30/22) Tabitha Brown satisfies the hunger of millions with her unique approach to veganism and her wholesome, comedic personality on the daily. As a home base for acquiring imparted wisdom, learning new recipes or enjoying a good laugh, she has earned the coined title of “America’s mom” with her 12 million plus followers. Ms. Brown is a New York Times Bestselling Author of her debut book “Feeding the Soul (Because It’s My Business!)” She owns and operates her healthy haircare line Donna’s Recipe. And her vegan cooking competition show on Food Network, CompliPlated, which is the first of its kind, is a massive hit.
Tara Wallace is an actress, author and host of the upcoming Impact Network motivational talk show, Soul Food, premiering in fall 2022. Wallace became a household name after her five season run on VH1’s Love and Hip Hop: New York where she appeared on the hit reality series alongside her former partner rap star Peter Gunz, with whom she shares three sons: Jamison, Kaz and Gunner. Since then, the Florida-born and Mississippi-raised star has made appearances as herself on WE’s Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars and VH1’s Family Reunion.
(Airdate 8/30/22) From the protests of 2020 to securing funds to fight the climate crisis in the Inflation Reduction Act - progressives are winning - so let’s spike the ball, tell the story and keep pushing. Folks on the phones chop it up with Dominique to gloat over what’s good.
(Airdate 8/30/22) From shaming folks for wanting student loan forgiveness to repeating “Black people ain’t sh**” Talking Point Tuesday is the time to check ourselves and make sure what comes out of our mouths is in our best interests.
(Airdate 8/29/22) Rayshell Chambers is a Black community leader from Oakland, CA that has dedicated her personal and professional pursuits to designing and advocating for comprehensive health and human service programs that enhance the human condition of the most vulnerable populations. Cia Atkins has used the arts and therapeutic tools to move towards total wellbeing on her own mental health
(Airdate 8/29/22) Dominique DiPrima leads a fun and powerful podcast on national and international headlines and hot topics. She offers clear-eyed viewpoints and exposes little-known information while putting a progressive lens on issues in the mainstream media. DiPrima manages to do this while wearing rose-colored glasses.
(Airdate 8/22/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah helps us take back our power. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 8/29/22) Dominique DiPrima is an activist, writer, performer and radio host. On this podcast Dominique shakes things up by unapologetically slicing and dicing issues facing Angelenos and residents of the golden state - from the upcoming elections to the hidden racism and white supremacy in this so-called deep blue state. Dominique focuses on what we want - to inspire but is not afraid to speak truth to power in uncovering political shenanigans.
Mark Curry is an actor, comedian and host best known for playing Mark Cooper in the hit ABC sitcom, Hangin with Mr. Cooper. With a background in standup comedy, Mark tours worldwide, selling out comedy clubs and theaters with his lively energy and natural stage presence. His standup can also be seen on the HBO special, One Night Stand, Comedy Central Presents and HBO Def Comedy Jam. In addition to his live comedy performances, Mark is also a seasoned actor in both the comedy and drama spaces, having appeared in Martin for Fox, The Jaime Foxx Show, Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, Instant Mom for Nickelodeon, Black Jesus and the ABC Family drama The Secret Life of the American Teenage alongside Shailene Woodley. On this podcast MArk chops it up with fellow Bay Area native Dominique DiPrima.
(Airdate 8/26/22) Congresswoman Maxine Waters is considered by many to be one of the most powerful women in American politics today. She is a fearless and outspoken advocate for women, children, people of color and the poor. Elected in November 2020 to her sixteenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives with more than 70 percent of the vote in the 43rd Congressional District of California, Congresswoman Waters represents a large part of South Los Angeles including the communities of Westchester, Playa Del Rey, and Watts and the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County comprised of Lennox, West Athens, West Carson, Harbor Gateway and El Camino Village. The 43rd District also includes the diverse cities of Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lomita and Torrance. In this podcast she gies her analysis of the Inflation Reduction Act and Student Loan forgiveness and shares how she is protecting consumers from abuse by credit bureaus.
(Airdate 8/26/22) Hollywood’s Black entertainment community is mourning the sudden passing of Denise Dowse. Her film Remember Me The Mahalia Jackson Story closed out the Black August Film Festival. The film won Best Feature and Denise won Best Director. Her Executive Producer & Writer Erica Malone joins us to honor and celebrate her life and body of work and look at the landscape for Black women Directors in Hollywood.
(Airdate 8/26/22) America’s alarming low number of practicing Black physicians and the high rate of dismissals of Blacks from medical training programs is the catalyst behind a new campaign designed to address the high number of Black doctors being unjustly pushed out of medicine with an eye toward improving health outcomes for Black patients. #BlackDocsBelong will join Black doctors, medical students, nurses, and patients to kick off their national campaign on Friday, August 26, 2022, at 10 a.m., in Pasadena, CA, with a protest and rally in front of the Kaiser Permanente Medical School.
(Airdate 8/25/22) Attorney Angela Reddock- Wright is a Mediator, Arbitrator and Investigator. She started her journey as a media and legal analyst over 20 years ago, gaining recognition as the lead attorney representing the family of one of two victims of a wrongful death university sorority hazing case. She is a “go-to” media expert on employment and labor law issues, the latest trends and developments in the workplace, and cases on college and university campuses.
(Airdate 8/25/22) Dominique DiPrima and the astute folks on the phone go deep on politics - from white supremacy to Roe v. Wade. They also shoot the breeze on entertainment from House of Dragon to the many amazing jazz festivals and musicians that keep us smiling. Dominique is joined by Leimert Park Jazz legends Dwight Trible and Kamau Daude.
(Airdate 8/25/22) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580.
(Airdate 8/24/22) Bro. Rizza Islam is the youngest of 10 children born and raised in Compton, California and began his career at the age of 9, training to be a course room supervisor. At 13 Bro. Rizza was running his own courseroom overseeing the education of youth and adults in the study of “How to Study”, Morals, Ethics, Communication, Substance Abuse Education and a host of other services designed to assist his students to make better choices in their lives. He is an activist, a social media influencer and a member of the Nation of Islam. In the fall of 2015, the California Attorney General’s Office filed criminal charges against Ronnie “Rizza” Islam to which Rizza has maintained his innocence. Rizza was charged with Presenting False Medi-Cal Claims and Insurance Fraud for acts which are alleged to have occurred between the years of 2010 and 2013. Rizza has maintained his innocence and refused to settle. In this podcast he elaborates on the case, speaks on his beef with D.L. Hughley and mourns the recent death of his mom, Hanan Islam. www.RizzaIslam.Com
(Airdate 8/24/22) PPP, IRS, Student - Black people need to quit being scared to apply for loan forgiveness. www.vsedc.com or www.wealthmanagementlb.com
(Airdate 8/24/22) Passionate about social activism and proclaiming a theology open and accessible to all, Edward Anderson is a third generation Pastor who serves the historic McCarty Memorial Christian Church located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles. Previous to McCarty Memorial CC, Edward served as Assistant Minister at Burbank First Christian where he was affectionately known as Pastor Eddie. On this podcast Dominique and Pastor Eddie chop it up on everything from the crisis of the unhoused to the hot mess that is the politics of Los Angeles 10th Council District.
(Airdate 8/23/22) Ben Slayton is a 56-year veteran of the mortgage industry who has built several mortgage and mortgage-related companies and sold them to publicly traded companies. Today, Ben is the President and CEO of LEGACY Home Loans, a Mortgage banking firm whose Mission is to increase the homeownership of Black Americans. Slayton was also the first Black REALTOR® in America in 1964 www.MyHomeLegacy.Com
(Airdate 8/23/22) Montree calling from Arizona sets it off on a philosophical convo around the role of religion, spirituality, money and character on who we live our lives, what we strive for and how we define success.
(Airdate 8/23/22) Dominique and callers lead you on a journey through Cali’s headlines and hot topics…Putting the spotlight on little known stories and bringing a Black Left Coast lense to issues in the mainstream media.
(Airdate 8/22/22) Nkechi Taifa is a civil and human rights attorney, scholar-activist and author. She is president of The Reparation Education Project and The Taifa Group and serves as Senior Fellow for the Center of Justice at Columbia University. A visionary thought leader and nationally recognized expert and commentator on race and justice issues, Taifa has served as Commissioner and Chair of the D.C. Commission on Human Rights. She has worked for the Open Society Foundations, Howard University School of Law, the ACLU, Women’s Legal Defense Fund, National Prison Project, and as an attorney in private practice.
(Airdate 8/22/22) Allen Weisselberg, the 45th President, Brittney Griner, the “raid” on Maralago and many other headlines and hot topics get the progressive treatment from Dominique DiPrima and a slew of callers in this lively podcast.
(Airdate 8/22/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. In this podcast Saharah shares what to expect and how to navigate Virgo Season. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 8/22/22) Helping the students of Jordan High save themselves from the toxic recycler next door, the latest data in the LA County Sheriff’s Race and what restorative justice really looks like. These issues and more animate the convo with progressive intentions.
(Airdate 8/19/22) Kraig Smith is a Comedian, Actor and Youtuber based out of Los Angeles, CA. He is best known for his appearances on the Jeff Ross Roast of O’Dell Beckham, and ADD’s Roast Me, where he was rightfully named “Roast King.” On this podcast Kriag and Dominique talk about everything from Adam Clayton Powell to Brittney Griner…From Drake to Luther Vandross…to politics.
(Airdate 8/19/22) Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, an abolitionist, was born and raised in the 2nd District of Los Angeles County. A graduate of Hampton University and Howard University School of Law, Attorney Person-Lynn mainly practices criminal defense and civil rights. He has been running Person-Lynn Law Office since October 2013 and has represented various high profile And low profile clients in matters from driving on a suspended license to murder.
(Airdate 8/19/22) From words about the work of South LA scholar Runoko Rashidi to Vanessa Bryant’s upcoming testimony in her lawsuit against LA County, to Gavin Newsom’s huge increase in funding for youth mental health to the need for media literacy, Dominique takes on local topics and west coast trends to keep you in the loop.
(Airdate 8/18/22) An Information and Communications Technology professional with more than 20 years of experience contributing to online marketing; e-learning; e-commerce; business development; strategy; product development and product management. Gerard delivers high impact Information and Communications Technology solutions to Enterprise, Non-Profit and Small Business. www.edunow.com
(Airdate 8/18/22) Miles Bloxson is a producer and host for KUT 90.5 and KUTX 98.9. The Austin native and UT Austin graduate has a passion for technology, music and pop culture. She has interviewed such stars as Halle Berry, Samuel L. Jackson, Kristin Chenoweth, Morgan Freeman, Cee-Lo Green, Forest Whitaker and Robert Townsend. www.milestomogul.com
(Airdate 8/18/22) How do we encourage affordable housing in cities nationwide? What is affordable anyway? How did we overcome racist housing covenants? And how do we stay on the winning side of change?
(Airdate 8/18/22) As Chief Impact Officer, Sherri spearheads SoLa Impact’s social impact strategy, operations and development. Sherri leads the execution of SoLa Impact’s strategies to improve the lives of SoLa tenants, and provide access to educational opportunities to underserved youth in the South LA community. In 2018, Sherri established SoLa’s non-profit affiliate, The SoLa I CAN Foundation (I CAN), where she serves as the Executive Director and President of the Board.
(Airdate 8/17/22) Deji LaRay is a multi-talented actor, writer and producer from Atlanta, Georgia, who is gearing up for the release of his new show “Johnson,” where he is marked as a creator. Although LaRay has his hands full with “Johnson,” he can also be seen starring in seasons 2 and 3 of the Amazon Prime show “Age of the Living Dead.” LaRay can be seen starring as ‘Andrew,’ the chief of staff for the President of the United States. LaRay can also be seen appearing in all seven seasons of Amazon Prime's hit drama “BOSCH” as Officer Edgewood.
(Airdate 8/17/22) Dominique and callers bring common sense and an unapologetically left leaning lens to national headlines and hot topics.
(Airdate 8/17/22) Elizabeth "Libby" Williams has over 28 years of economic development experience working in Southern California. Ms. Williams is currently the Executive Vice President at Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation, a community-based non-profit organization in South Los Angeles. www.vsedc.org
(Airdate 8/17/22) Dominique breaks down the return of treasures and artworks stolen from Africa by British colonizers. And she is unapologetically outspoken on local issues from the L.A. Police Commissions new policy on surveillance tech to the latest in the trial over LASD photos taken at the scene of the crash that killed Kobe Bryant and eight others.
(Airdate 8/16/22) Twenty eight year Leimert Park resident Damien Goodmon has been labeled a “visionary” by the LA Times. Damien is Co Founder and Board Member for Downtown Crenshaw and a founding member of the Community Land Trust and Liberty Eco-System. Downtown Crenshaw’s quest to buy the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw mall captivated national attention and built considerable momentum for the buy the block movement through the creation of the Community Land Trust and LibertyEco System.Org.
(Airdate 8/16/22) Fluid conversation with callers on topics far and wide along with laser-focused analysis of stories that are skipped over or glossed over by the mainstream media propels this podcast.
(Airdate 8/16/22) From the Academy apologizing to Sacheen Little Feather (finally!) to the 4-1-1 on the failure of the recall campaign against progressive DA George Gascon…Dominique goes in to figure it out with a west coast focus.
(Airdate 8/15/22) Gigi R. Crowder is an Oakland native and mother of 2 who has served as Executive Director of National Alliance on Mental Illness, Contra Costa since 2018, with 32 years of experience in Behavioral Health Care. She oversees crisis counseling and peer support for the CalHOPE program. www.calhope.org
(Airdate 8/15/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 8/15/22) Akili is a lead organizer for Black Lives Matter LA., Founder Fannie Lou Hamer Institute, President of the Liberty Land Trust. He is a longtime community activist and political strategist.
(Airdate 8/12/22) James Farr is a Journalist, Producer, Film Documentarian & Member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). Farr is the co-director of the Black August Film Festival and co-founder of Pasadena African American Film Foundation. https://blackaugustfilmfestival.com/
(Airdate 8/12/22) Director/ Producer / Writer Angela Gordon shares how her travels and film projects in Africa changed her world view. Gordon is the founder of Blue Ice Pictures. She left her long term career as a high-powered telecommunications executive in New York City and relocated to Los Angeles to pursue her dream career in the entertainment industry. Blue Ice Pictures' films have premiered not only in America, but also internationally, at the American Embassy in Mbabane, Swaziland and in Johannesburg, South Africa She also serves as Vice President for Communications for the L.A. based non–profit African Focus Inc. www.AfricanFocus.Org
(Airdate 8/12/22) Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives. In addition Mr. Sanders is a contributor on Fox Soul TV and KBLA Talk 1580.
(Airdate 8/11/22) Choreographer, Dancer and Scholar Blanche Brown has been widely recognized for her contribution to the dance community. In 1977 she was the first dancer to be appointed to the San Francisco Arts Commission. In the early 2000’s she was President of the Board of World Arts West. Blanche has been honereed with the Artist Educator Award from the California Dance Educators Association and the Malonga Casquelourd Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Ethnic Dance and Music. Blanche has since taught ethnic dance in the California University system from UCLA to Hayward, Sonoma, to Santa Cruz as well as at Mills College and Santa Clara University Today, Blanche still teaches and challenges people from all walks of life at ODC in San Francisco, and has rejoined the World Arts West board. Ms. Brown lives in Oakland among her children, grandchildren, and a great grandson.
(Airdate 8/11/22) We celebrate the birthday of rapper/KBLA Production Coordinator Miles Low, share the remarkable story of Kenyan American identical twin pilots and look into multiple scandals facing the LA Sheriff’s Dept. including the investigation of the alleged cover-up of a prison excessive force case and the lawsuit by Kobe Bryant widow Vanessa Bryant.
(Airdate 8/10/22) Rice is a top civil rights lawyer, author and public intellectual known for fighting systemic inequality with coalition lawsuits that have helped millions in poor neighborhoods. The cases she led have won over $10 billion in monetary damages and policy changes. And her cases include the largest civil rights settlement in US history in the Bus Riders Union v MTA class action lawsuit.
(Airdate 8/10/22) Dominique’s callers set it off with tough questions and strong opinions regarding the crisis of the unsheltered. What is society’s responsibility? Whose rights supersede whose? How much of the problem is substance abuse? What is the way forward?
(Airdate 8/10/22) First as a legendary drummer, playing for the likes of Aretha Franklin and Erykah Baduand now as an entrepreneur celebrating the legacy of family - Ralph Rolle is enjoying the encore of a lifetime! HIs Soul Snacks cookies are now offered in Walmart and Kroeger stores across the country, as well as Japan, Europe, Africa, The West Indies and Canada. www.eatsoulsnacks.com
(Airdate 8/10/22) Lawrence Ross has written seven books, and has lectured at over 700 colleges and universities. He received a BA in History from UCLA, and an MFA in screenwriting from the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television. He is co-owner of The Metaphor Club. Dominique & Lawrence chop it up on everything from coyotes in Leimert Park, to gentrification solutions, to the battle over a lineage-based approach to reparations.
(Airdate 8/9/22) Tony Thurmond is the California Superintendent of Public Instruction. He assumed office on January 1, 2019. Thurmond is a former Democratic member of the California State Assembly, representing District 15. For those interested in accessing the Superintendent’s quest to recruit BIPOC school counselors please email mhcounselors@cde.ca.gov.
(Airdate 8/9/22) Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. His current research includes two forthcoming books: The Counter-Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery, Jim Crow and the Roots of U.S. Fascism and Revolting Capital: Racism and Radicalism in Washington, D.C., 1918-1968.
(Airdate 8/9/22) Melina Abdullah is Professor and former Chair of Pan-African Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. She’s the lead organizer for Black Lives Matter Los Angeles and the Director of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles.
(Airdate 7/28/22) Attorney Nana Gyamfi is a Crusader for Black Immigrants and an Unmasker of Republican Shenanigans
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(Airdate 7/27/22) Dr. Harry Edward may be best known as one of the organizers behind the 1968 Olympic Project for Human Rights protests by Black athletes. He is a pioneer on the intersection of race and sports and has worked with the 49ers, Warriors, NBA, NFL and MLB. Podcast host Dominique DiPrima leads a conversation that is pure sports sankofa looking back to go forward. You can find more about the show on facebook at: First Things First with Dominique DiPrima.
(Airdate 7/27/22) Two African American born and raised in South Los Angeles took over Kutulu by Africana from their immigrant parents who founded it in 1971. Co-owners and CEOs of KUTULA, Bo & Kay Anuluoha, have rocketed the business to the next level with their contemporary African clothing appearing in Black Panther and Kendrick Laars All the Stars Video and in the personal red carpet wardrobes of stars like David Oloyewo and Chadwick Boseman. Podcast host Dominique DiPrima explores the work of this thriving intergenerational house of style. Find them on IG @Kutulu. Keep up with Dominique on Twitter and IG @diprimaradio.
(Airdate 7/27/22) Wendy Gladney shared the story of her abuse at the hands of her own father in her book The Preachers Daughter, it’s part of why she is such a tireless advocate for women and girls with her organization Forgiving for Living. Wendy is also a sista friend of podcast host Dominique DiPrima which makes for a lively and insightful conversation on living your core values, navigating sexual harassment and finding the best was forward. Please stay connected with Dominique on IG & Twitter @diprimaradio.
(Airdate 7/26/22) Her Broadway career spans 31 seasons and she has appeared in prestigious film and television projects, now LaChanze is producing not one but two Broadway shows this fall. The iconic triple threat shares her personal story, her artistry and her quest for diversity and authenticity in theater with podcast host Dominique DiPrima. This is an up close portrait of a legendary performer. Please stay connected with Dominique on IG & Twitter @diprimaradio.
(Airdate 7/26/22) Mr. Fixico wants to talk about the Top Gun movie vs. The Tuskegee Airmen, Big Phil is mad at the SCLC for removing Councilman Herb Wesson, Willie from Palmdale is asking for info on Jay-z’s app for barbers, Ronnie from OC is a veteran who just read Somebody Blew Up America a controversial poem by Dominique’s late father Amiri Baraka, Fred from Crenshaw is fired up about the January 6th Committee and Tee from South L.A. wants us to stop talking about Trump and Biden and focus on building Black wealth. Dominique DiPrima is the host. You can find more about the show on facebook at: First Things First with Dominique DiPrima.
Quintus Moore was a Black Lives Matter activist long before his own son was murdered by the Los Angeles Police Department in a crowded Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall. Moore shares his son’s story with podcast host Dominique DiPrima and gives his perspective on the killing of Jayland Walker, the state of law enforcement and what it will take to get humane and just policing. Please stay connected with Dominique on IG & Twitter @diprimaradio.
(Airdate 7/25/22) Attorney Frank DiPrima has represented corporations as house counsel, served as COO and CEO of private companies and for the past 30 years he has represented plaintiffs whom he believes are victims of unfaithful corporate insiders or unfair use of corporate power. He is a graduate of Cornell University and Columbia Law School. Attorney DiPrma has been tracking the moves of one Donald J. Trump since long before Trump became the 45th president. In this podcast Dominique DiPrima and her uncle share insights and bring you up to date on the work of the January 6th Select Committee.
(Airdate 7/25/22) Yoga and meditation and sound bath expert Saharah Ali leads a short form mindfulness moment to kick off our week with positive intentions and breath work. Find her at www.SaharahAli.Com
(Airdate 7/25/22) Dominique DiPrima is the podcast host. She’s joined by Bryant Odega a Black immigrant, twenty something, public school teacher, candidate and environmental activist. Together they riff and build to find progressive insights on Los Angeles politics. Keep up with Dominique on Twitter and IG @diprimaradio.
(Airdate 7-23-22) Roger Guenveur Smith has been in everything: his famous historical one man shows on Huey P. Newton and Frederick Douglass; tons of Spike Lee Movies; playing television villains and iconic figures for film. Host Dominique DiPrima and Mr. Guenveur Smith go way back as colleagues and fellow activists - that makes for an engaging and unique convo. Follow Dominique on Twitter and IG @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7-22-22) Dominique is on-one with a grab bag of topics from the personal to the politcal to the entrepreneurial. Banter with callers and progessive analysis make for a fun and unpredictable convo. You can find more about the show on facebook at: First Things First with Dominique DiPrima.
(Airdate 7-22-22) Joseph “Joe” Rouzan III leads VSEDC - a corporation on a mission to get money to Black-owned businesses. Dominique is the podcast host and a small business owner herself. This episode is a combination crash course in entrepreneurship, excavation of small business resources and decoding of local issues. Follow Dominique on Twitter and IG @diprimaradio
(Airdate 7/21/22) Comic Earthquake joins host Dominique DiPrima fresh off his hit comedy special on Netflix titled, Chapelle’s Home Team EARTHQUAKE: LEGENDARY. And Quake is legendary from Everybody Hates Chris…To peak Black comedy shows like Def Comedy Jam…to his current national tour, Earthquake is killing it. In this episode Earthquake shares his life, outlook and career and is, well…hella funny. Please stay connected with Dominique on IG & Twitter @diprimaradio.
(Airdate 7/21/22) Niele Anderson is a producer, writer and on-air talent for Fox Soul TV and legacy Black newspaper The L.A. Sentinel. She is a Grambing grad. Dominique DiPrima is the podcast host. These two irreverent women in the media are having fun and sharing info on everything from HBCUs to Sesame Street to the attempted coup of Jan 6th. Please keep in touch with Dominique on IG & Twitter @diprimaradio.
There is a lot to be joyous about as we celebrate the transfer of Bruce’s Beach back to the family it was stolen from almost 100 years ago. Dominique shares what it took to make it happen and what will happen next in this historical precedent for justice and what it could say about reparations. She also tracks the horrible police killing of Robert Adams. And finally she unpacks the latest on Los Angeles tenth district following the temporary removal of Councilmember Herb Wesson and the Attorney General weighing in on the SCLC’s lawsuit.
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BOBBIE JEAN ANDERSON is on the leadership team of the Frontier Democratic Club and is former Vice Chair of the Los Angeles County Central Committee, aka Los Angeles County Democratic Party.. A longtime activist and grassroots politician, she has served on the California Democratic Party’s State Central Committee (DSCC) since 1990. She was also elected to the Executive Board of the State Central Committee and has been re-elected each time. She is past 5 term Treasurer of the African American Caucus of the California Democratic Party and has served on the Legislative/Affirmative Action Standing Committee continuously since 1990.
Barrington Salmon is an award-winning journalist who has for more than 30 years worked with and written news stories for news publications in Washington, DC, Miami and Tallahassee, Florida, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands and overseas. He is an investigative journalist for Sputnik News and he freelances for several publications including The Final Call, the National Newspaper Publishers Association/Black Press USA, Trice Edney Newswire, The Washington Informer, ACUMEN magazine and the Florida Phoenix. On this podcast he chops it up with Dominique on diasporic news, the importance of critical thinking and how to tell the truth from lies in the media.
Will Joe Biden declare a climate emergency today? Is it too late to save the planet? Why are Sesame Street theme park characters ignoring Black children and why does it hurt so much? Is the push to go green realistic? How can we free Brittney Griner? Can we impeach Supreme Court Clarence Thomas? We are putting progressive eyeballs on our nation’s news.
Dominique breaks down why the trueism that Democrats are punks ain't true and why saying that gives them a pass. She shares why she supports the Olympics (LA28) despite legitimate criticism from the left. The killing of Robert Adams by San Bernardino police, the California National Guard scandal and much more are all in the crosshairs on a Talking Point Tuesday.
Khari Enaharo is the author of the Essence Magazine Best Seller Race Code War: The Power of Words, Images, and Symbols on the Black Psyche. His latest book Sex Code War is scheduled for release in September 2022. Khari is a national lecturer, speaker, and workshop presenter specializing in race, sex, and color code words, images, rituals, and symbols. www.pathtopublishing.com
Dominique DiPrima puts the spotlight on the birthday of Nelson Mandela while reflecting on reparations, hate crimes, reimagining law enforcement and the ongoing quest for justice for Emmett Till. The KBLA delegation lights up the phones with insight and inquiry.
Saharah Ali is the founder of SAJI Yoga, and has been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 20 years. She holds multiple certifications: Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga, Yin Yoga, quantum yoga, yoga therapy, restorative yoga and is a specialist in sound bath technology. She is also a sound bath expert and meditation instructor. www.SaharahAli.Com On this short form podcast Saharah leads a guided meditation, affirmation and encourages us to “...support graceful boundaries.”
Robert grew up in South Central Los Angeles. For over 10 years, he has been a consultant for various agencies, nonprofit institutions, and community-based organizations on work ranging from civic engagement to communications campaigns. He is also an activist and a dad.On this podcast Robert and Dominique take on issues from the brand new 9-8-8 mental health hotline to the real story behind L.A. Mayoral candidate Rick Caruso to the stunning rise in hate crimes and why no one is talking about Black victims.
Melba Moore shot to superstardom in the early 1970s with her debut album ("I Got Love"), that garnered her a 1971 Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, the following year, she also scored with a variety television show that co-starred Clifton Davis. She is a four-time Grammy nominee and one-time Tony Award winner. She scored a string of hits including "This Is It," which reached #2 on the U.S. dance charts, "Lean On Me," "You Stepped Into My Life," "Love's Comin' At Ya," "Read My Lips," and more. With a total of 11 U.S. Top 10 Hits (singles and albums) on the Billboard Pop/R&B,Disco/Dance, Album charts combined, over a period of 40 years, Melba Moore is one of the most enduring artists of the 21st century. She has also starred on Broadway, film and television. Her new album is called “Imagine.”
Tonya Lewis Lee is a producer, film director, writer, entrepreneur, and women’s health advocate, delivering meaningful content that resonates with marginalized communities for over twenty years. Lee served as Executive Producer on the episodic Netflix series She’s Gotta Have It. She produced her first limited series, Miracle’s Boys, at Nickelodeon based on the Jacqueline Woodson Novel of the same name. As a film producer, Lee produced the adaptation of the Walter Dean Myers novel, Monster which is streaming on Netflix. Most recently, Lee co-directed and co-produced Aftershock, which examines the U.S. maternal mortality crisis. The documentary premiered at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. She is the author of three children’s books including the classic Please, Baby, Please as well as the adult novel, Gotham Diaries. As an entrepreneur Lewis-Lee created Movita Organics, an organic vitamin supplement brand to continue the conversation with women about accessing healthy outcomes.
It’s been nine years since the founding of Black Lives Matter, how much progress has been made? Dominique touches on the fight against racism, white supremacy and fascism from Trayvon Martin to Jayland Walker and from Buffalo to the U.S. Supreme Court. KBLA callers weigh in as we balance focusing on what we want and celebrating our victories while remaining clear-eyed in the face of imminent threats.
Policy analyst, advocate, campaign advisor, Fox Soul TV Host and KBLA Contributor Ed Sanders joins Dominique DiPrima to sort through state, county and local issues putting a progressive lens on political and pop culture. Ed is one of Dominique’s go-to analysts and the popular duo appear on Fox Soul TV’s Business of Being Black with Tammi Mac every ther Friday.
Megan McGlover is an award winning oratorical speaker, comedic mentor, healthy-culture enthusiast, and writer who has perfected the blend of comedy and truth-telling. She is an author, a YouTube and Instagram influencer and a conservative commentator. www.stoplyingbook.com On this podcast Dominique and Megan, who agree on almost nothing, chop it up on everything from Biden to personal responsibility and model how to disagree without disrespect.
The KBLA phone lines are lit and we take on the topic of whether it is too late to save the United States from fascism given the extremism of the Supreme Court, the rise of white supremacy, the merger of the corporate and the state, and the deadlock in congress. Inflation, politics vs. the people, the clawback of rights and definitions of conservatism and progressivism are all in the convo.
The newest addition to The Cochran Firm Attorney Timaiah Smith joins Dominique DiPrima for a thoughtful look at local issues and their national implications. Do animals have rights? WHy is R. Kelly facing charges when he’s already been convicted? What does it mean to unseal Roman Polanski’s cas records? Why don’t prosecutors seek hate crime enhancements more often? Can masks really be mandated? It’s legal, it’s personal and it’s spiritual - issa podcast.
Vice President of the American Beach Property Owners Association, Inc. in FL at Historic American Beach where she and her husband have a second home. After a career as an accountant and financial internal auditor, Pamela McCorkle Buncum currently uses her professional and volunteer experiences to serve various community, civic, education, and political organizations. On this podcast she shares the hidden history of a Black shoreline community dating back to 1935 and the stealth government policies and actions designed to force Black folks to sell and to erase this precious chapter of African American History.
The phones lines are lit and the mic is hot - Dominique and the KBLA Delegation are figuring out the Jan 6th Select Committee hearing number seven, the LAPD, the role of law enforcement on the national stage, Charles Barkley’s $1 million dollar donation and the rise of HBCUs and the insanity of income inequality between America's super rich and working class and what it means for America.
With more than 20 years of experience, Wyllisa Bennet has honed her skills as an award-winning writer, communicator and celebrity publicist. Wyllisa Bennett is a native of North Carolina. She relocated to Los Angeles in 2001 to pursue a more creative career, and founded wrb public relations. Wyllisa Bennett runs a small, boutique pr firm with big ideas! Wyllisa has made a career of making people famous and keeping people famous! And she contributes to various news outlets as an entertainment columnist and blogger, offering commentary on things poppin' in pop culture. She’s a triple threat as a writer, publicist and producer. @wyllisabennett
Tim is a lifelong resident of South Central Los Angeles. After gaining his freedom after 22 years of incarceration, Tim joined LA Voice as an Americorp Vista fellow, ultimately earning a staff position as a Reentry and Proposition 47 organizer and later a position of Justice Transformation and Voter Engagement organizer. He is currently the director of Live Free California. On this podcast he shares his journey to purpose and leadership and weighs in on the carceral system, the role of sheriffs deputies in the LA county jails, the Los Angeles mayoral race, the Biden administrations gun control bill and the push to end involuntary servitude in California.
Linda Villarosa is the author of the book Under the Skin: The Hidden Toll of Racism on American Lives and on the Health of Our Nation and a contributing writer to the New York Times Magazine, covering race and public health. She is an associate professor and journalist in residence at my alma mater CUNY J School, and I also teach reporting, writing and Black Studies at The City College of New York in Harlem.
Jacob Blake, Sr Co-Founder of Families United and father of Jacob Blake who was shot seven times by Kenosha Police. Families United is joining the protests in solidarity with Jayland Walker's family and the people of Akron @familiesunited
Pastor Reegie Bunch of Fifth Christian Disciples of Christ Church is an Akron-based faith leader and activist who is organizing with Freedom Block to fight against state-sanctioned violence and police abuse @freedomblock
Dominique DiPrima focuses on what we want: the new trend of investment into HBCUs - this time by the National Forest Service…And she gets us up to date on local issues with the advantage of her progressive, smartass lense. Who will check the Sheriff? How can we stop garbage from taking over the planet? How many millions will it take to fix a local high school after it collapsed during the pandemic? And what must be done to prevent attacks like the one suffered by Olympic medalist Kim Glass at the hands of a mentally ill unhoused person? We’ve got a lot to talk about.
Nubia Kai (a.k.a. Nubia Kai Al-Nura Salaam) received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in Anthropology and Black Studies, an M.A. from the University of Wisconsin in African Languages and Literature, and a Ph.D. in African Literature and Film at Howard University. A poet, playwright, storyteller, and novelist, Ms. Kai has won numerous awards for her writing, She has taught in the History Department at George Washington University, was an assistant professor at Howard University’s Department of Theatre Arts and an adjunct professor at University of Maryland-Baltimore’s Africana Studies Department.
The phone lines are it and Dominique is having a field day breaking down the issues of the day. Is it too late to stop the US Supreme Court from moving the U.S into totalitarianism? Are the Democrats punks? Why is Attorney General Merrick Garland dragging his feet in the prosecution of President Trump? Can we impeach the Supreme Court Justices for lying under oath? Why did Jayland Walker run? Will Gavin Newsome run for president? We’ve got a lot to say about these issues and more.
Saharah Ali is the founder of SAJI Yoga, and has been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 20 years. She holds multiple certifications: Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga, Yin Yoga, quantum yoga, yoga therapy, restorative yoga and is a specialist in sound bath technology. She is also a sound bath expert and meditation instructor. www.SaharahAli.Com
Cheryl Dorsey is a human rights advocate, acclaimed author, and retired Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant. Sgt. Dorsey has written several books ~ an autobiography, Black and Blue, The Creation Of A Social Advocate which chronicles her LAPD career and a true crime biography “The Confidence Chronicles, The Greatest Crime Story [N]Ever told.” Sgt. Dorsey is a highly sought police expert and a frequent commentator on CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, to name a few.
Originally from Philadelphia, Lewis Dix, Jr. moved to Los Angeles where he began his career at a local comedy club. Since then, he has entertained millions as a stand-up comic, host of numerous shows, events and specials, variety of film/television projects, and stage performances while maintaining a thriving career as an Audience Warm-up/Host in Hollywood and New York. Dix has expanded his comic skills by entertaining our service members touring the United States, Korea, and the Middle East with the USO. He can be seen in his “In A Man’s World” podcast on Youtube. Kraig Smith is a Comedian, Actor and Youtuber based out of Los Angeles, CA. He is best known for his appearances on the Jeff Ross Roast of O'Dell Beckham, and ADD's Roast Me, where he was rightfully named “Roast King.” Kraig has a huge YouTube following and over 120m views across all social media platforms. He has a large fanbase in major cities and has performed in numerous and successful comedy tours around the country.
Dominique and the KBLA delegation are on fire as they search for answers to burning questions, cut through the tepid BS that bogs down the mainstream media and say it like they see it. From homophobia and how it is hurting Brittney Griner's case to the no-nonsense approach of Prosecutor Fani Willis as she pursues a case against the former President to the unintended consequences of the overturning of Roe v. Wade…It's on.
Dominique riffs, shares, educates and secualates on everything from President Biden’s awarding of the Medal of Freedom to LA County Sheriff and AKron Ohio police brutalizing of protesters. From Jayland Walker to Brittney Griner we investigate how to get equal justice for Black folks and go a little deeper into today’s top of mind issue.
Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey is a multimedia journalist, national political analyst, educator, and trusted community leader who has been featured over the years on programs ranging from the Oprah Winfrey Show to MSNBC’s Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart. In his most exciting chapter yet Dr. Quartey serves as Moderator of "A More Perfect Union" Radio Show and Chief National Political Analyst for the new KBLA Talk 1580. He is a Guest Lecturer at the Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology and National Affairs Contributor for theGrio. On this podcast Dr. Quartey and Dominique shed light on the campaign to free Brittney Griner, the rise of Pride celebrations in BIPOC communities, accountability for gun violence and they push back on a homophobic caller by affirming the LGBTQ+ community.
The phones are hot and the KBLA delegation is weighing in on the detention of Brittney Griner, Biden’s statement on the killing of Jayland Walker, the trial of Nipsey Hussle’s killer, ageism in America, Disney’s partnership with Howard University, Senator Cory Booker ‘s day working the lettuce fields and how one man’s dream led him to a $250,000 lotto win. Progressive, reciprocal and informative - it’s a podcast to get you up to date and pique your curiosity.
Dominique DiPrima and her guest Black Alliance for Just Immigration Executive Director Attorney Nana Gyamfi go hard on local headlines detailing Los Angeles progressive surge in the primary election, the truth behind the recall campaign targeting DA George Gascon, just how dangerous Sheriff Alex Villanueva really is, the impact of Black migrants in Los Angeles and more. In this lively podcast Attorney Gyamfi also makes the case for how the Supreme Court is moving fast to take our nation back, back, back to the Dred Scott days.
Melina Abdullah is Professor and former Chair of Pan-African Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. She earned her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Southern California in Political Science and her B.A. from Howard University in African American Studies. Dr. Abdullah is Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and lead organizer for BLMLA. On this podcast Dominique and Dr. Abdullah give updates on the latest campaigns and cases including the killing of Jayland Walker, the trial for the Sheriffs Deputy who murdered Ryan Twyman, the investigation of the LA County Sheriffs gangs, law enforcements treatment of protesters ad journalists and the drive to end police associations.
Dominique brings progressive analysis and irreverent takes to mainstays of the news cycle and little-known stories that are often ignored. A beautiful 16 yer old child saves four lives in Mississippi, seven Trump cronies are subpoenaed by a Georgia prosecutor, why a judge is denying a death row inmate further DNA testing to prove his innocence, why Florida governor’s new “Stop Woke” Law could censor educators nationwide and how prominent Black women are moving to pressure Biden to bring Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner home from a Russian prison.
Dominique DiPrima is joined by Attorney Jaaye Person Lynn for a look at local issues and their national implications…Gun control, mass shootings, Los Angeles Sheriff Alex Villanueva’s refusal to comply with an oversight commission subpoena, Sherif’’s Dept gangs and the second amendment all light up the conversation.
Sheila S Walker, PhD is a cultural anthropologist, writer, and documentary filmmaker. She is the President of Afrodiaspora Global LLC that creates and shares with the public information about the Global African Diaspora. Relevant works include the edited volumes African Roots/ American Cultures: Africa in the Creation of the Americas and Conocimiento desde adentro: Los afrosudamericanos hablan de sus pueblos y sus historias; and the documentaries “Scattered Africa: Faces and Voices of the African Diaspora,” and ``Familiar Faces/Unexpected Places: A Global African Diaspora,” which was shown for Black History Month 2018 at the United Nations in the context of the International Decade for People of African Descent. www.afrodiasporaglobal.com
The KBLA delegation heats up our phone lines with urgent calls for the Biden administration to take immediate action to free Brittney Griner…the conversations includes stopping the rise of white supremacy in the United States, the impact of the far right wing activist supreme court and where will their roll back of our rights end? As always we put the spotlight on what’s good as the President prepares to give Medals of Freedom to Simone Biles, Denzel Washington and civil rights icons Diane Nash and Fred Gray. We’ve got a lot to talk about.
Dominique destroys right wing propaganda and turns their talking points on their heads in a quest to align our rhetoric with our values and interests. DiPrima proves that white supremacists are not patriots, looks at ways Black Americans celebrate the 4th of July and puts a progressive lens on local headlines and hot topics.
Dominique shares the story of how her voice ended up on the intro to Tupac’s iconic hit. DiPrima also puts a progressive lens on a week of earth shaking news that seemed to put many of our treasured North American rights and traditions at risk.
From Black owned media to the Fourth of July in the Trump era the KBLA delegation is lighting up the phone lines and Dominique is talking smack.
Why TF isn’t the U.S. doing more to #FreeBritneyGriner ? What does Ketanji Brown Jackson’s ascension to the Supreme Court mean at this moment in history? What’s really going on as the trial for Nipsey Hussle’s killer wraps in L.A? Will the end of California’s eviction moratorium mean even more houseless people on the streets of the Golden State?
Councilmember Marqueece Harris Dawson and Advocate Jasmyne Cannick on Pride in the Hood
He is a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS.) USF Professor James Lance Taylor is from Glen Cove, Long Island. He is author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama. Taylor served as Chair of the Department of Politics at the University of San Francisco and Faculty Coordinator of the African American Studies Program.
Kimberly Kelly-Rolfe is a business trainer and author, and the founding director of the Southern California Virtual Business Center. She is best known for her supplier development and training programs which she launched as an entrepreneurship professor at the USC Marshall School of Business. She founded the Southern California Virtual Business Center to continue her work to train and support diverse businesses to scale growth through corporate and government contracts. scvirtualbusinesscenter.com
Jamilia Land co-founder of A.S.A.P (Anti-Violence, Safety and Accountability Project) a 501 (c) (3) organization centered on the mental health and well-being of children and families impacted by police and community gun violence as well as incarceration. A Bay Area native, this outspoken activist devotes the majority of her time fighting for the rights of incarcerated individuals and families of victims of police brutality. Jamilia is a member of several legislative coalitions including serving as chair for ACA3 The California Abolition Act, which will remove involuntary servitude from California's constitution; AB392 Samual Nathaniel Brown is an artist, an educator, a philosopher, a spoken word poet, and an organizer. He paroled from Lancaster in December of 2021, after serving 24 years in California State Prisons. I did a great deal of maturing spiritually and physically in those 24 years, and through his own healing and transformation, have been able to create pathways for others to realize their potential through social-emotional learning. In addition to my personal experience, during his incarceration. He spent thousands of hours engaging in all of the self-help programs he could access inside. He learned to lead and facilitate those programs and went on to found the 10P Program in New Folsom Prison. The program was geared toward effectuating emotional literacy and showing people that change is possible within themselves, preparing men to step back into society better than when they came in. Mr. Brown authored the End Slavery in California Act which was sponsored by Senator Sydney Kamlager.
Denise Diggs is a San Bernardino native and a lifelong resident of the Inland Empire. Matriculating at San Bernardino Valley College, University of LaVerne and California Southern Law School.. The youngest in the family, and like her brother Richard, Denise retired from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department after serving 33 years. Richard Diggs was born and raised in San Bernardino and currently resides in Victorville, California. He has been married for 48 years to his wife Carlotta, is the father of two, and the grandfather of six. Richard retired as a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Captain after 30 years.
Dr. Tracy Shaw is a licensed Psychologist in the State of California. She is the former Assistant Director and Coordinator of Training at Loyola Marymount University. She is a Past-President of the Southern California Association of Black Psychologists. Dr. Tracy Shaw has over thirty years of extensive training and experience in clinical and sports psychology. Dr. Shaw has a private practice in the El Segundo area of Los Angeles, CA. Her primary area of specialization includes working with men and women with self-esteem and confidence issues, relational concerns, and addressing depressive and anxiety disorders. Dr. Shaw utilizes an eclectic evidence-based orientation, incorporating cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused skills.
The phone lines are open as we tee up national and global issues for progressive analysis and fact checking.
Saharah Ali is the founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc. Before developing the SAJI yoga concept, Saharah had been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She holds multiple certifications: Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga, Yin Yoga, quantum yoga, yoga therapy, restorative yoga and is a specialist in sound bath technology. Here she gives a look ahead at 2022 and some tools to set our intentions and attain mental balance.
Bryant is an educator, climate justice activist, and working class renter who rab to represent the residents of Los Angeles City Council District 15. A lifelong Harbor Gateway resident, Bryant was born to hard-working Nigerian parents, his mother a home health nurse and father a taxi cab driver. He experienced family hardship after his father was detained by ICE and ultimately left the country back to Nigeria when he was almost 8 years old. He became the first in his family to graduate from college at UCLA with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and a minor in Labor and Workplace Studies. Bryant has been on the frontlines of education equity and climate justice. He creates and leads enrichment programs that build character and healthy lifestyles for elementary school students. He's also been fighting to halt climate disaster and create a sustainable society as an organizer with the Sunrise Movement.
George Gascón is the 43rd District Attorney for Los Angeles County. He took office on Dec. 7, 2020, and immediately instituted a series of policies based on science, data and research to bring change within the criminal legal system. He is working to build a national model of criminal justice reform that supports and restores crime victims and survivors while addressing mass incarceration, racism and social systemic inequities. Throughout these historic reforms, public safety has been the overriding priority. On this podcast D.A. Gascon addresses recent controversies including the campaign to recall him from office, the killing of two El Monte police officers and the outlook for prgressive prosecutors on the national stage.
Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. His research has addressed issues of racism in a variety of relations involving labor, politics, civil rights, international relations and war. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University.
Dominique and the KBLA Delegation are minding their own business tracking the crimes of the 45th President and his allies, examining what being a progressive really means and figuring out how to dismantle white supremacy when the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade comes down in real time. Raw, real and uncensored reaction is what follows.
Reginald Jones-Sawyer is a member of the California State Assembly, representing District 59. Jones-Sawyer previously chaired the California Legislative Black Caucus. His experience also includes serving as chair of the Baldwin Hills Conservancy, as state secretary for the California Democratic Party, and as president of New Frontier Democratic Club He is a member of the California Reparations Task Force.
The phone lines are hot and the topics are flying…What do Beyonce and Drake have in common? When is Dominique going back to Africa? Is abortion only a woman’s issue? What will the Supreme Court's ruling on concealed carry guns mean to our nation? Is the good guy with a gun a sitting duck? Should Black people punish the Democratic party for taking us for granted? We have got a lot to talk about.
The California Conservation Corps is the oldest and largest conservation corps in the country and develops thousands of young men and women into citizens with character, credentials and commitment. Dana Howard is the Director of Communications, Outreach, Recruitment and Enrollment (CORE) for the California Conservation Corps. In this podcast he shares insight into how to take advantage of this unique opportunity to be paid to train, and gain career skills, finish a diploma, earn scholarships and much more with the CCC.
In this podcast Dominique and Dr. Abdullah break down the work of Black Lives Matter Grassroots as they fight White supremacy in Buffalo, hold the line for justice for Patrick Lyoya and illuminate the will of the community with the People’s Budget data. Plus Melina and DiPrima share insights on two recent Sheriffs Dept coverups, the trial of Nipsey Hussle’s killer and the future of Los Angeles’s tenth district.
Dr. Michael A. Lindsey is a noted scholar in the fields of child and adolescent mental health, as well as a leader in the search for knowledge and solutions to generational poverty and inequality. He is the Executive Director of the McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research at New York University (NYU) and Dean of the NYU Silver School of Social Work. Additionally, he leads the working group of experts supporting the Congressional Black Caucus Emergency Taskforce on Black Youth Suicide and Mental Health, which created the report Ring the Alarm: The Crisis of Black Youth Suicide in America.
Headlines, hot topics and open phones are the order of the day as Dominique and the KBLA delegation chop it up on important issues of the day. Anthony from Torrance is 26 years old and he is not sure he will vote in 2024 because he feels Dems take Black people for granted…compelling convo and debate follows.
Elston Butler is the President/GM/COO at KBLA TALK 1580 SmileyAudioMedia SAM digital. Prior to joining Tavis Smiley for the Black talk radio start up, Butler was the Market Manager for taxi Productions parent company to KJLH-FM. He has served as VP of Sales for iHeartMedia and General Sales Manager for Disney/KABC. Here he focuses on the importance of Black owned media and the many ways to get involved and recycle Black dollars with KBLA Talk 158 h the first Black owned talk radio station west of the Mississippi.
Megan Castillo of the Re-Imagine LA Coalition (she/her) is a grassroots organizer originally from South Central Los Angeles, CA. Megan’s experience as a working-class, first generation college student, as well as a Black woman, has informed her lens as an organizer. We dedicate today’s podcast to the memory of Kenny Watkins who was killed by the LAPD in 2016 launching Megans dedication as an activist. And we are focused on the follow up to Los Angeles Measure J where voters overwhelmingly approved a care first budget to redirect funds from law enforcement to jobs, education, housing and mental health resources. How do we make sure elected officials stay true to the will of the people for care, not cops?
Jamal Hill is a Speedo-sponsored, 10x national champion, and Tokyo 2020 Paralympic medalist. This Team USA professional swimmer, author, and philanthropist is a champion with a cause. He's founded a movement dedicated to teaching millions of marginalized communities how to swim worldwide, called Swim Up Hill. & In 2022 was named President of AquaticsToday.com, a media company providing best practices, better systems, and leadership development to aquatics professionals. www.swimuphill.org
Dominique DiPrima and the KBLA Delegation chat, challenge and chop it up in pursuit of a better understanding. Who gets to choose: from abortions to vaccines? Should spiritual beliefs become the law of the land? What is the latest on the link between Black women’s hair products and cancer and how do we protect ourselves? Who should pay reparations? Should the electoral college be abolished? Is the future in Africa or America? Will Donald Trump go to jail? We’ve got a lot to talk about.
Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., is a spiritual architect who utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Today’s podcast focuses on the meaning behind the first day of summer along with a guided meditation and custom affirmation to help you balance your energy and define your path forward.
It’s a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique DiPrima is taking on local and statewide spin to bring the progressive perspective to the forefront with the help of the facts. From Progressive gains in the recent primary election, to the true story behind the recent controversies for LA County District Attorney George Gascon, to the truth about public safety and what keeps us safe, we have a lot to talk about.
Funk: It's the only musical genre ever to have transformed the nation into a throbbing army of bell-bottomed, hoop-earrings, rainbow-Afro’d warriors on the dance floor. Its rhythms and lyrics turned bleak urban realties inside out with distinctive, danceable, downright irresistible music. Dr. Rickey Vincent is a scholar, educator, radio host and author. He obtained his Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies at UC Berkeley in 2008, and lectures on black music history, black power and social movements, the cultural politics of Hip Hop, and issues of African American culture and globalization. He is the author of Funk: The Music, the People and the Rhythm of The One (St. Martin’s Press 1996), a definitive study of the culture and politics of funk music; and Party Music: The Inside Story of the Black Panthers’ Band, and How Black Power Transformed Soul Music (Lawrence Hill Books 2013).
Attorney Frank DiPrima has dedicated two decades to representing corporations as a house counsel and general counsel. Next, he served as a COO and CEO of public and private companies for about a dozen years. Now, he represents plaintiffs whom he believes are victims of unfaithful corporate insiders or unfair use of corporate power. He is a graduate of Cornell University and Columbia Law School. He closely tracks the potential criminalities of the 45th President and his administration.
Dr. Adrian Dove, chairman of the C.O.R.E. Kingdom Day Parade. As a young man he served as President of the Black Student Union at Harvard University. After graduating he spent three years at Chino prison as parole agent, and three more on the streets in Watts and East L.A. as Parole Office. He would eventually work for Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley. Dr. Dove is the chairman and organizer of the 37th Annual Kingdom Day Parade on Monday, June 20.
Shakari Byerly is Managing Partner at EVITARUS. Ms. Byerly conducts public opinion research encompassing a broad range of issues, including political campaigns and ballot measures, health, homelessness, housing, community safety and criminal justice, transportation, racial equity, and Black public opinion. She has polled for electoral campaigns across the country, public agencies, foundations, non-profits, and businesses.
The phone lines are hot and Dominique DiPrima joins callers to bring a progressive perspective to national and international stories. Is the Juneteenth holiday a boon or a setback for Black America? Will Mo’nique’s settlement with Netflix help other women and BIPOC entertainers? Will the January 6th Committee Hearings lead to charges against Trump or other lawmakers? When will the 45th President go to jail? We will take on these questions and more.
Connie Collins is a driven community activist and impassioned advocate, who broadly builds alliances, fights for issues that affect the quality of life for Black American Freedmen. She has been recognized by the City of Los Angeles for her political and advocacy work. As a graduate of Howard University (undergraduate) and Howard University’s School of Law, Connie developed a fierce passion for social justice advocacy. In 2021 Collins founded the National Coalition for Equality, Equity and Justice (NCEEJ) whose mission is to promote equality, equity of rights and to advance the best interests of Black American citizens (Freedmen), particularly in the areas of reparations and workforce development. Connie is chair of culture and heritage for the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival.
Legendary Actress Margaret Shug Avery and a star-studded cast show out in the highly anticipated Juneteenth comedy film “BLOCK PARTY.” Ms. Avery is best known for her Academy Award nominated performance as Shug Avery in Steven Spielberg’s “The Color Purple.” She has, in a career spanning over forty-five years, co-starred with such icons as: Art Carney, Cicely Tyson, Clint Eastwood, Dick Van Dyke, Harry Belafonte, James Earl Jones, John Travolta, Mary Tyler Moore, Michael Douglas, Redd Fox, Richard Pryor, Robert Young, Whoopi Goldberg, and Oprah Winfrey. Avery currently co-stars on BET’s “Being Mary Jane” opposite Gabrielle Union and Richard Roundtree as Mrs. Helen Patterson. “Block Party” also starts Leunell, Faizon Love, Bill Cobbs and John Amos and drops June 16th on BET +
Areva is America's go-to expert, host and commentator on compelling legal, political, women’s, children’s and celebrity issues. Passionate, outspoken and insightful, AREVA MARTIN is one of the country’s leading influencers shaping media today. A producer, content creator, commentator and talk show host, Areva is an audience favorite on networks including CNN, HLN and CBS and on a long list of shows from Dr. Phil and The Doctors to Face the Truth and Good Morning America. On radio she is host and producer of her own opinion-based news show Areva Martin Out Loud on KBLA Talk Radio. She’s created content across social media platforms that has garnered millions of impressions and views.
The phone lines are open as we tee up national and global issues for progressive analysis and fact checking. Dominique pushes back on the media portrayals of the death of the progressive movement, the anti-Blackness of patronizing MAGA rhetoric, the U.S role in pushing authoritarian rule in Central America, Fox News misinformation….and as always exposes and debunks racism and white supremacy in America
Dion Rambo is well known in Los Angeles as a creative entrepreneur, inclusion strategist and innovative problem solver. He has more than 25 years of experience in strategic marketing, branding, advertising, public relations, media strategy, event design and management, and community-centered outreach. Dion is the founder of Rambo House Marketing. www.rambohouse.com
The trial for the man accused of murdering Nipsey Hussle starts today…Progressives are killing it in Los Angleles elections…The drought is worse tha we thought….Congresswoman Karen Bass has taken the lead in the Mayor’s race…And a far right wing conservative challenges Dominique saying President Barack Obama is an extreme left progressive…Dominique pushes back. Local headlines and hot topics are discussed using the tools of media literacy.
A new study by the LA Unified School District shows that Black teachers are leaving public schools in droves and Black men are becoming educational unicorns. What can be done to keep and recruit Black teachers and why is it important? The phone lines are hot as educators and parents weigh in and Dominique places a progressive lens on the conversation.
What is the real cause of inflation? Why do both Dems and Republicans have such dumb talking points about it? Why are Black teachers fleeing public schools? Would Congresswoman Karen Bass have 50% + 1 votes if every Black person voted? Where can I get free lunch for my kids this summer? Do police belong on school campuses? On this podcast Dominique DiPrima scans the headlines while busting up tired talking points that do not serve the progressive platform.
Hill Harper is a humanitarian, an award-winning actor, best-selling author, entrepreneur, health and wellness ambassador/educator and philanthropist. Harper is perhaps most recognizable for his starring role in the CBS hit television drama CSI: NY for which Harper won three NAACP Image Awards for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series. Harper returned to CBS starring in Covert Affairs, the fast-paced drama Limitless, and Showtime’s award-winning drama Homeland. Harper will rejoin the cast of ABC’s #1 television drama, The Good Doctor, for its 4th season, hosts How It Really Happened with Hill Harper on HLN. In theaters, Harper can be seen in Concussion, All Eyez on Me and A Sun Is Also A Star starring Yara Shahidi. Najah Roberts is the CEO and Chief Visionary Officer of the only African American owned brick and mortar cryptocurrency education center in the country, Crypto Blockchain Plug located in Inglewood, CA. She has devoted many years counseling thousands of inner-city youth, business professionals, athletes, and families in the cryptocurrency and financial education space.
Dominique takes a look at the role of the January 6th Committee in exposing the truth and pursuing accountability for the Trump administration around the attempted coup of 2021. The phone lines are open as we tee up national and global issues for progressive analysis and fact checking.
Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Saharah has been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She has also taught Pilates, meditation, Super Sculpt, and indoor cycling. On this podcast we focus on setting our intentions with an affirmation, guided meditation and mindful insights for the week ahead. www.saharahali.com
Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell currently serves as Chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. As the daughter of parents who were public servants and a third-generation Angeleno, Mitchell leads with a deep understanding of the vital safety net LA County provides to millions of families and is committed to ensuring that all residents can thrive. Since being elected to the Board of Supervisors on November 3rd, 2020, Supervisor Mitchell has made poverty alleviation a countywide priority and has anchored an equitable recovery plan from the health and economic pandemic caused by COVID-19.
Leslie and LeAnn Jones are sisters and the owners of 1010 Wine and Events in Inglewood, CA. Both of the Jones sisters are well-accomplished in their own right. An Arizona State University grad, Leslie founded an event planning business and has organized over one hundred weddings. LeAnn got her undergraduate degree from Cal State Dominguez Hills is a practicing attorney. Their wine bar boasts more Black-owned vintners than any establishment in the state and has been a sensation in its first year in business. On this podcast Leslie and LeAnn school Dominique and the KBLA delegation on WIne 101. www.1010wineandevents.com
On this podcast we delve into the revelations of the January 6th Committee the day after their first hearing on the attempted coup in the U.S. Capitol in 2021. We also reflect on the massacre of elementary school children in Uvalde Texas. The phone lines are open and callers join Dominique as we cram to understand and seek solutions to the gravest issues facing our nation.
Troy Adams has been racing toward greatness. It’s in his blood. His family opened Adams Kart Track, now known as Adams Motorsports Park in 1960. It was the first African American owned racing facility in California and was one of the largest facilities of its kind in the western U.S. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Troy became a NASCAR driver. From 1995 to 2002, Troy was one of only a handful of African American drivers on the NASCAR circuit. Now he coaches the motorsports stars of tomorrow, including his own son, Truly. His television show Baby Drivers is currently streaming on Discovery Plus. www.TroyAdamsCoaching.Com
Dominique DiPrima shares a quick analysis of the January 6th Committee’s first hearing, takes a look at the challenges facing Congresswoman Karen Bass as she strives to become Mayor of Los Angeles and debunks the mainstream media narrative that California’s election is a rebuke to progressives. Happy Friday.
Born in New Jersey to two chef parents, his culinary interest led him to enroll in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary College (Tucker, GA), where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. Living in Atlanta for close to twenty years, Chef Rose finds inspiration in his surroundings and identifies as a southern chef. He creatively reinterprets classic southern fare by incorporating the refinement of his French culinary training, along with his signature bold flavors, and the occasional flair from his family's Jamaican recipes.
Ed Sanders is the president of ES Advisors Group, a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns, and directing community-based and business growth initiatives.
Julianne Malveaux is a true pioneer in the field of economics, focusing her research on the labor market, public policy, and the impact of policy on women and people of color. Malveaux holds a PhD in economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She is President Emeritus of Bennett College and is currently Dean of the School of Ethnic Studies at Cal State Los Angeles. On this podcast Dr. Malveaux offers insight on the national June 7th primary election and gets real on the issues of predatory capitalism, White nationalism and more.
The KBLA phone lines are off the hook and callers get into it with Dominique about what will finally bring the African American community and progressive people the wins we seek to stop crime, houselessness and white nationalism?
Apryl Sims, Master Juicer for Apryl’s Life In A Bottle. Raw, unpasteurized cold-pressed juices are her specialty. Her delicious tasting varieties are sold in cafes and markets in Los Angeles and online. Her healing formulas are legendary. Her mission is to provide high quality natural juices in food deserts and food insecure areas and to employ formerly incarcerated persons while paying a living wage.Apryl is a 4th generation Entrepreneur. Great-Grandfather had Newman & Sons Mortuary. Paternal Grandfather had a variety of businesses. Her father Larry Sims owned 333 Construction Company. She was blessed to work with and for him during the last 10 years of his life. www.aprylslifeinabottle.com
Unapologetically Black, Jasmyne has developed a strong national following for her willingness to tell it like it is, on uncomfortable and hard to discuss issues around race, politics, and society. Jasmyne is a writer, advocate and political strategist. She joins Dominique DiPrima on the podcast to offer analysis and her unique take on the results of Tuesday’s primary election.
The phone lines are on fire and the elections are top of mind. From the state of the Black vote, to the fate of the Black elected official, to the gender divide in our democracy, Dominique and the KBLA delegation are making it plain.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Caree Harper was one of the most decorated police officers in the East Bay Area, achieving a "Marksman Medal" for shooting skills, and a "Lifesaving Medal" for diving into a canal of water, pulling out an unconscious, submerged driver & performing CPR until the victim was airlifted to safety where he fully recovered. Ms. Harper was injured in the line of duty. She was re-trained to be a certified paralegal, attended law school and passed the CA Bar Exam on the first attempt. In this podcast she talks with Dominique about the candidates running for judge and breaks down how to figure out for yourself who would make a good judge.
Dominique and the KBLA delegation go over the ballot in a final push to be ready for today’s primary election. Dominique takes a look at the role of law enforcement “unions” and officials in the L.A. mayor’s race and why their massive spending on the race and the perils of the LA County Sheriff's race.
Kiara Imani is an attorney and co-host of a mid-day talk show on Los Angeles radio station KBLA Talk 1580. She is also the author of the book, Therapy Isn’t Just For White People, and the co-founder of LikeU Cards, a getting to know you card game that facilitates human connection and meaningful conversation. Kiara graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law, and received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia in 2011 with a major in political science, specifically focusing on politics in the media.
As Mayor of Los Angeles, Antonio Villaraigosa presided for eight years over the nation’s second largest city, but his life might have turned out very differently. He grew up poor, in a tough neighborhood on the city’s east side…A high school dropout at age 16. He returned to school and at the University of California, Los Angeles, Villaraigosa distinguished himself as a student leader in the civil rights and antiwar movements. As a union organizer, labor leader and Speaker of the California State Assembly, he earned the admiration of allies and adversaries alike with his formidable gift for building consensus across party lines and ethnic divides. In 2005, he was elected Mayor in a historic landslide. The first Latino to lead the city in over 130 years, he won election with support from every community in the most diverse of American cities.
Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Saharah has been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She has also taught Pilates, meditation, Super Sculpt, and indoor cycling. On this podcast we focus on setting our intentions with an affirmation, guided meditation and mindful insights for the week ahead. www.saharahali.com
Hydee Feldstein Soto originally is from Puerto Rico. She is a lifelong Democrat who has proudly called Los Angeles home for 40 years. Her decades in private practice made her one of the country’s most respected attorneys, known for her can-do approach and solving difficult problems. As a community leader, Hydee spent years informing and protecting our residents and neighborhoods.
Jouranlist and advocate Jasmyne Cannick wrote about the struggles of a friend she knows from her days in the foster care system who is fighting to keep her young son off the streets, fighting to stay sheltered and doing everything she can not to go back to survival sex work. Why is the system failing her? And what can I do about it?
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
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
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
Sydney Kamlager came to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California as a political science major. While she was at USC, the 1992 riots following the Rodney King verdict erupted. That catalytic event motivated Sydney to work with Rebuild LA and the Los Angeles Festival, two nonprofit organizations that advanced job creation and public arts programs to restore broken communities.
Marina Torres is a native of Ontario, California, and the daughter of immigrants. As a teenager, she worked behind the counter at Burger King to make ends meet, before heading to UC Berkeley, where, in 2004, she obtained a BA in Political Science, Rhetoric and Ethnic Studies. She got her JD from Stanford University, where she was the co-President of the Stanford Latino Law Students Association and an editor of the Stanford Law Review. Her resume includes a stint in the Department of Homeland Security during the Obama administration and several years as a litigator in a number of high profile law firms. She is currently an Assistant US Attorney for the Greater Los Angeles Area.
Malia Cohen serves on the California State Board of Equalization, the first African American woman to serve on the Board. She represents 10 million people living in 23 counties throughout the state. Prior to being elected to the Board of Equalization, Malia served as President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. She currently serves as President of the San Francisco Police Commission where she is a strong voice for police accountability. As Chair of the San Francisco Employee Retirement System (SFERS), Malia led the effort to divest from fossil fuels and thermal coal investments and moved $100 million into a fossil fuel-free index fund.
Former Chief Strategy Officer of Rogers & Cowan/PMK, Craig Greiwe, helped major Fortune 500 Companies realign their resources to reach major goals and designed programs that helped thousands of people. Now he is running for Mayor of Los Angeles as a centrist. Greiwe says his plan to tackle the city's problems in homelessness, affordability, crime, corruption and more—the only full, published plans of any candidate—includes results-oriented policies to prevent new homelessness and end the crisis on the streets of LA through comprehensive, proven solutions of both housing and care that are working nationally, but have not been implemented in Los Angeles.
Tim Reuben is a candidate for LA Superior Court, Office No. 3. Tim graduated from Harvard Law School and has been a trial and appellate lawyer practicing in Los Angeles for over 40 years. He founded his own litigation boutique law firm 30 years ago, and he and his firm have handled every type of case, from business disputes to family law problems to wills and trust controversies to personal injury cases. He is an active commentator on legal issues and has published over 50 articles about issues in the law. And he has been an arbitrator, a judge pro tem, and an LA Superior Court Settlement officer.
Dominique dismantles favorite right wing talking points and urban legends. Today she takes local issues and highlights their national impact. From Kim Kardashia’s endorsement of billionaire Rick Caruso for Los Angeles Mayor to the Lakers new coach (bringing the number of NBA Black Coaches to 15,) to the low African American turnout so far to the police association’s vicious attacks on Congresswoman Karen Bass…we get a progressive take on hot topics.
Alycia Cooper is a comedian, actress, singer, dancer, and DGA Emmy nominated Director. In the stand up world she has been the opening act for some of the biggest names in the comedy game: Dave Chappelle, the late Dick Gregory, George Wallace,Paul Mooney, Tom Arnold. She has appeared on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”, “America’s Got Talent”, “Stand Up In Stilettos” BET’s “Comic View”, “Byron Allen’s Comics Unleashed”, Hulu's "Coming to the Stage," and Nuvo TV’s “Stand Up & Deliver”. She is a regular on Fox Soul TV.
The phone lines are open and the KBLA delegation is speaking out on everything from Tuesday's primary elections to the school shooting in Uvalde…From the Summit of the Americas fail…to Biden's police reform order and much, much more. This is progressive analysis and fact-based talk radio led by Dominique DiPrima who is unapologetically outspoken.
Reimagine LA Foundation (RLAF) is a 501.c3 that is the brainchild of Rashad Rucker-Trapp and Raul Claros. These two friends and brothers-in-Christ came together to cultivate a way to serve Los Angeles County’s grassroots nonprofits as a hub of empowerment and incubator of community leadership and life-changing programming. RLAF emerged in response to the civil unrest and pandemic of the year 2020. When communities across the country called for the “reimagination” of how government and law enforcement did business, we envisaged a foundation that would move forward with the inclusion and empowerment of our indigenous, black and brown people. Jonathan Gooden (affectionately known as JGOOD) a Los Angeles Artist/Entrepreneur, whose budding production company Evrythng Creativ™️ has produced/curated creative events, content, & experiences for audiences & communities that span the entire west coast.
Danyel Smith is an author, award-winning journalist, and producer. She’s the creator and host of the Spotify-exclusive Black Girl Songbook, a music and talk show that centers black women in music. A 2021 Yaddo Fellow, Danyel was a senior producer and editor at ESPN, and a John S. Knight Journalism Fellow at Stanford, where she co founded HRDCVR, an innovative hardcover culture magazine. In addition to writing for NPR, The California Sunday Magazine, The New Yorker, Teen Vogue, and The New York Times, Danyel has served as editor of Billboard, editor at large at Time Inc., and editor in chief of Vibe. The author of two novels — More Like Wrestling (2003), and Bliss (2005) — Danyel lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Elliott Wilson.
Ms. Huerta grew up in South Central Los Angeles, graduated from Manual Arts High School. Attended UCLA – Political Science B.A. and USC – Masters in Public Administration Western State University, College of Law – Law Degree. Deputy District Attorney with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for over 30 years. Tried 80 trials to verdict. Assigned to the Alternative Sentencing Court/Community Collaborative Court. Ms. Huerta still attends church in South L.A. where she is a volunteer mentor. She has relatives who have been incarcerated and faced addiction. She feels this will help her to better understand the plight o f those who appear before her if elected to the bench.
Karen Brako grew up in the Harbor area of Los Angeles and graduated from San Pedro High School. After high school, Karen went to San Diego State University, graduating with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Spanish. After graduating from San Diego State, Karen attended law school at Southwestern University School of Law. After passing the bar, Karen began her career working in the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office prosecuting driving under the influence cases. In 1996, Karen joined the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. As a Deputy District Attorney, Karen has tried more than 100 felony cases before a jury, including over 30 homicide trials.
Klint McKay is a Presiding Administrative Law Judge with more than seven years’ experience as a bench officer. In his current role as Presiding Judge, he supervises a panel of judges who decide all foster care disputes within California counties, all health care disputes between Covered California and their insureds, as well as disputes between the counties and the poorest Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Klint McKay has tremendous life experience as well. He left home when he was 15 years old and lived on the streets of Detroit and was still able to complete undergraduate, law and business degrees without family financial help. He has persevered through adversity and understands what it means for people going through very challenging times in a deep and personal way.
I am Attorney Albert Robles, a candidate for Judge of Los Angeles Superior Court Office 156 this coming June 7, 2022. I am the former Mayor of Carson, CA and Past President of the Water Replenishment District of Southern California. The newly constructed and international award winning Albert Robles Center for Recycled Water and Environmental Learning is a project that is named in my honor.
Dr. Turner is an activist scholar from Inglewood, California. David received his doctorate in the Social and Cultural Studies in Education program at UC Berkeley, where his research focuses on youth-based social movements, political identity, and resistance to the prison regime. David has published in Abolition: a Journal of Insurgent Politics, the Journal of Critical Studies in Higher Education and Student Affairs, a book chapter about youth organizing in Routledge, the American Educational Research Journal, and the Berkeley Review of Education. He is a Researcher at the Ralph Bunche Center for African American Studies at UCLAand the Million Hoods Project. He is also an organizer with BLMLA.
Carl Douglas is in private practice at Douglas / Hicks Law in Los Angeles. Among his many honors is his being named the Trial Lawyer of the Year for 2006 by the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Mr. Douglas is the former Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Although he is perhaps best known for his successful work as the Coordinator of O.J. Simpson’s criminal defense team, Mr. Douglas now represents plaintiffs in state and federal courts in his diverse civil litigation practice.
After briefly working in a private law firm and internships at the DA’s office and Justice Department, I knew that I wanted to devote my career to public service, helping to make our community a better and safer place. Following my graduation from law school, I joined the District Attorney’s Office where I have dedicated my career to seeking justice in every case I handle or supervise. I live in the South Bay with my husband and two children. We are a blended, mixed-race family that has been touched by the rise in hate crimes and profoundly affected by drug addiction and incarceration.
I am a Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles, former Deputy Public Defender and Civil Litigator. I have worked in the Los Angeles Superior Court for almost 20 years and continue to work in LA Superior Court. My father is a veteran criminal defense attorney. At age five or six, I was spending as much time touring the courts and jails of Los Angeles as it's playgrounds. UCLA School of Law. I went on to work at the LA County Public Defender’s Office, where I conducted numerous trials and hearings on behalf of my indigent clients. I loved being a deputy public defender and helping my clients, but I felt that I could do more for them, the victims, and the public in the DA’s office.
Najah Roberts is the CEO and Chief Visionary Officer of the only African American owned brick and mortar cryptocurrency education center in the country, Crypto Blockchain Plug located in Inglewood, CA. The Digital Financial Revolution Tour, a boots on the ground initiative, has allowed her to travel from city to city bringing Crypto education to underserved communities across the country. Hill Harper is a humanitarian, an award-winning actor, best-selling author, entrepreneur, health and wellness ambassador/educator and philanthropist. Harper is perhaps most recognizable for his starring role in the CBS hit television drama CSI: NY where he played eccentric Dr. Sheldon Hawkes. Saturday they will launch their 2nd annual 41-city Digital Financial Revolution Tour The Digital Financial Revolution Tour introduces disenfranchised communities across the country to Cryptocurrency.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Caree Harper was one of the most decorated police officers in the East Bay Area, achieving a "Marksman Medal" for shooting skills, and a "Lifesaving Medal." Caree also works for social good & was recognized in the County of L.A. when she received the Shirley Fields Volunteer Award for dedicating almost 50 percent of her time to pro bono work. In 2014, Caree settled a wrongful death case involving 19-year-old Kendrec McDade, killed by Pasadena police and later that same year Caree obtained a $1.5 mil. settlement for CHP beating survivor Marlene Pinnock and had the terms of the termination of the officer embodied in the Settlement Agreement -setting precedent.
Melissa Lyons, Deputy District Attorney attended undergrad at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, and chose to attend law school (at Loyola University) because of her desire to be a voice for others and to speak out where injustice and inequality exist. In law school, she participated in legal clinics in Hispanic, African American and Korean communities, among others. She joined Loyola's Black Law Students Association
Troy Slaten, candidate for Office No. 60 he is a defense attorney and a current administrative law judge. He ran for Superior Court Judge in 2020 and was not elected. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in English literature. He got his JD from Pepperdine University after a successful career as a child actor. He has served as a managing partner at Floyd Skeren Manukian Langevin.
Elizabeth Lashley-Haynes, candidate for Office No. 67 she is a Deputy Public Defender who has invested her time outside of the courtroom advocating for those who need help. She served on the national board of the National Legal Aid & Defender Association — a nonprofit founded in 1911, dedicated to providing legal services to people from low-income communities. She is a member of the four-woman Defenders of Justice Slate.
Civil Rights Attorney Caree Harper, Attorney Harper is one of California’s Super Lawyers, voted the best of the best of the golden state. Harper is the segment producer for our Meet the Judicial Candidates series. In addition Caree handles many high profile police abuse cases. Here she updates on developments in the cases of Anthiny McCLain and a minor victim, a young girl seen on tape being thrown to the ground and roughly handled by a Rialto police officer.
Troy Slaten, candidate for Office No. 60 he is a defense attorney and a current administrative law judge. He ran for Superior Court Judge in 2020 and was not elected. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in English literature. He got his JD from Pepperdine University after a successful career as a child actor. He has served as a managing partner at Floyd Skeren Manukian Langevin.
Anna Slotky Reitano, candidate for office No. 60 she is on the Defenders of Justice slate w/ Holly Hancock and Carolyn Jiyoung Park. She obtained her J.D. at the University of California, Davis, King Hall School of Law. While at Davis Anna was an extern at Legal Services of Northern California representing indigent clients with matters like unlawful evictions and obtaining benefits. Her first position was with a small firm that handled union matters, with the bulk of the work focused on matters involving Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputies in administrative matters like hearings at the Civil Service Commission, internal affairs investigations, and counsel during homicide investigations.
Jan Perry has served Los Angeles for over 30 years, fueled with a passion for affordable housing, continuum of care for unhoused people, urban wetlands development, parks restoration, and infrastructure. Jan Perry is the Executive Director of Shelter Partnership, Inc., a nonprofit organization that has distributed a quarter of a billion dollars of non-perishable goods at the forefront of Los Angeles’ response to the homeless crisis since 1985. Jan concurrently serves as Executive Director of the Infrastructure Funding Alliance, where she recently led formation of critical union alliances. From 2001-2013, Perry served as a Los Angeles City Councilperson in District 9, which includes Downtown, Little Tokyo, and South LA. She oversaw projects that dramatically re-shaped the Downtown area. From 2001-2013, Perry served as a Los Angeles City Councilperson in District 9, which includes Downtown, Little Tokyo, and South LA. She oversaw projects that dramatically re-shaped the Downtown area.
Thomas Allison was born in Los Angeles, California, at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Hospital to a single mother who raised three children while his stepfather was in and out of the home. He attended the University of La Verne in Los Angeles County, studying business administration and playing football. After law school,he went into private practice with the Law Offices of Thomas D. Allison. Attorney Allison is an assistant law professor in the University of La Verne and teaches Business Law at Victor Valley College. Allison also served as president of the nonprofit Social Justice Advocacy Project, Inc., where we provided free monthly legal clinics and pro bono representation for low income people.
Richard Quinones has dedicated his life to serving the community. Upon graduation from college, Richard taught first grade as a bilingual instructor working with Spanish speaking students. Richard later went on to earn a law degree at Loyola Law School. He interned with the Mexican American Legal Defense Education Fund (MALDEF) , the nation’s leading Latino civil rights organization. Richard also interned with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office where he found his true passion. Richard has served as a Deputy District Attorney for over 20 years.
Matthew Vodnoy feels he is uniquely qualified to be a LA County Superior Court Judge, with experience as both a Deputy District Attorney and now as a criminal defense attorney. After graduating from CSU San Diego with a degree in history he attended law school at the University of Denver. For more than fourteen years Matthew served the County of Los Angeles as a Deputy District Attorney. His work as a Prosecutor included jury trials, juvenile court, and twelve years in a felony trial assignment. He made the decision to leave the DA’s office. Since July of 2019, he has been almost exclusively representing criminal defendants in Southern California.
Dominique puts a progressive lens on local headlines and hot topics. What is going on in the City of Anaheim and the Angel Stadium scandal? Is corruption more prevalent in one party? How do we choose between identity, racial solidarity and policy in choosing who to vote for? How do we become a truly informed electorate? Dominique shares techniques of media literacy and tips on how to choose the right candidate in any election.
Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey hosts “A More Perfect Union” and serves as Chief National Affairs Correspondent for KBLA Talk 1580, in addition to being a National Affairs Contributor for TheGrio, political commentator as seen on MSNBC, Guest Lecturer at the Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology, and highly regarded public intellectual on matters at the nexus of organizational leadership and social responsibility. On the podcast Dr. Quartey shares his insights on the LA sheriff’s race, mayor’s race and the outlook for Democrats facing the 2022 midterms.
CHIEF CECIL RHAMBO is a longtime public safety officer who currently serves as the Chief of Airport Police at LAX. Rhambo was raised by his parents in Compton and South Los Angeles after being adopted from Korea as an infant, graduating from George Washington High School. After graduating from Humboldt State University and earning a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Woodbury University, Cecil joined the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department and began a 33-year career in law enforcement.
UCLA School of Law — Juris Doctor University of California, Davis — Bachelor of Science, Environmental Policy Analysis and Planning (1984) He has been at the Public Defender's office since the 1990’s returning in 2004 after a stint in private practice. He is endorsed by Supervisor Holly Mitchell and the LA County Democratic Party.
Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Saharah has been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She has also taught Pilates, meditation, Super Sculpt, and indoor cycling. On this podcast we focus on setting our intentions with an affirmation, guided meditation and mindful insights for the week ahead. www.saharahali.com
Dominique and the KBLA callers shine the light of truth on Los Angeles most pressing issues including the police association’s hit job on Congresswoman Karen Bass, the polling on Developer Rick Caruso, the role of racism in elections, following your dreams, anti-Blackness in the Mayor's race and the urgency of the contest for the office of LA County Sheriff.
For over 16 years, Kevin McGurk has served as a Deputy Public Defender. He has dedicated his career to public service, ensuring that indigent defendants are guaranteed their constitutional rights. Kevin has conducted over fifty jury trials, ranging from misdemeanors to complex, high profile murder cases. For the last twelve years, Kevin has been exclusively representing clients in serious felony matters. He also has significant experience representing clients in collaborative courts, such as Mental Health Court, Drug Court, and various Diversion Courts.
Holly Hancock has served as a Deputy Public Defender of Los Angeles County for the past fifteen years. As a public defender, Holly ensures that constitutional rights are upheld for all criminal defendants. That includes the homeless, the mentally ill, and victims of sex trafficking, among many others. She treats each client individually in resolving their cases.
Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews.Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. His research has addressed issues of racism in a variety of relations involving labor, politics, civil rights, international relations and war. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. On this podcast he unpack the resurgence of fascism from Europe to Buffalo (USA) and beyond.
What will it take for progressives to make gains in this election? Should police unions be allowed to contribute to political campaigns? Do wins by progressive candidates in Tuesday's election mean for centrist leadership and the midterm elections? Dominique and KBLA callers bring the heat on these topics and more.
Dr. Mellina Abdullah is Dominique’s Partner in Politics and the focus is the ongoing work of Black Lives Matter, from the People’s Budget to their impending trip to Buffalo to advocate for the victims of the recent white supremacist domestic terror attack, to the upcoming trial of the Deputy who killed Ryan Twyman, to the Verified Black Owned campaign and much more. We also unpack the BLM Global Nework Foundations controversies and outline the role of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. Plus we take on issues of the Los Angeles political landscape.
Torrence BRANNON-reese, MSW @ USC, is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. Torrence is multi-gifted as an artist, poet, guitarist, vocalist, educator, scholar, activist, youth advocate/mentor, writer, community organizer, radio host, Festival and Concert producer, voice over artist, and more, yet he is most proud of his role as father of four and grandfather of five. Torrence founded FA-MLI, Inc, (The Foundation for Arts, Mentoring, Leadership and Innovation) a now legendary, 501 © (3) nonprofit agency celebrating 30 years of stellar service to communities in Los Angeles and around the world including the annual Malcolm X Festival and the drive to co-name Crenshaw as Malcolm X Blvd.
Tammy Garnes is the Vice President of Education & Understanding at ARRAY Films (Ava Duvernay’s Company,) overseeing education and social impact projects including ARRAY 101 and ARRAY Crew. This week, ARRAY is celebrating Black cinema and Sidney Poitier with two free community initiatives: a new learning companion to ARRAY’s THEY’VE GOTTA HAVE US Docuseries (May 19) and the double-feature screening event SPRING SALUTE TO SIDNEY POITIER (on May 21)
Akili is a lead organizer with Black Lives Matter LA. and the Founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. He is a longtime community activist and political strategist.
Political Strategist Jasmyne Cannick Doesn’t Care if You Don’t Like Her Opinions (5-18-22 #1)
From the Los Angeles Mayor's race, to so-called police unions, to attacks on BLM to the way we process the white supremecist domestic terror attack in Buffalo, NY…Dominique is handling hot topics and reading between the headlines. What will it take for us to achieve real media literacy and learn to distinguish the truth from the lie.
Public Defender for more than thirty years, Patrick has worked extensively on bail reform, alternatives to incarceration, housing, and treatment for those with mental illness and substance abuse issues. An experienced litigator, Patrick has tried over one hundred jury trials. Graduated from Fuller Theological Seminary with a Masters in Systemic Justice and Ethics.
Dominique and the KBLA delegation call BS on right wing talking points and propaganda. Why is the mainstream media focusing on mental health instead of white supremacy in the case of the racist mass murder in Buffalo New York? Why did the Biden administration finally change its Cuba policy and why the tired talking point they have put out about it is disingenuous? Why is the U.S. sending troops to Somalia and why is no one talking about it? And what does the massive crypto market crash mean for Black wealth-building? It’s a Talking Point Tuesday on First Things First with Dominique DiPrima.
Connecting the dots on domestic terror from Laguna Woods to Buffalo…Unpacking a new cyber-security and tech education initiative for HBCUs, debating the history of Black people in America, tracking the history of reparations and the swindling of BIPOC people, looking at solutions to the white supremacist infiltration of law enforcement, education and government…This is what we are up to on todays’ podcast of First Things First with Dominique DiPrima.
How does trauma affect your life? Might it be making your body and mind unwell? What is the difference between childhood trauma, generational trauma and collective damage? How do we heal and create safe spaces? Trauma educator Chavonne Taylor shares her frank and informed outlooks based on her own healing journey as a survivor of abuse, neglect and the hardships of an extremely low income home…To her success as a USC graduate, podcaster and expert on trauma informed care for children.
The mass murder of Black Americans by a white supremacist in Buffalo New York demands accountability on the issue of white supremacy, racism and anti Blackness. Here Dominique and the KBLA delegation unpack the tragedy, the hurt, the causes, critiques and even solutions for taking on America’s original sin.
Start your week off right with an affirmation, a guided mini-mediation and some powerful insights. Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., utilizes life coaching tools, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. She holds multiple yoga certifications including Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga and quantum yoga. She has also taught Pilates, meditation and offers sound baths. Here she helps us set our intention and focus for the week ahead with an emphasis on fostering divine right action.
A survivor of suicide, Brandarius has published his personal biography titled ‘Mental Hope.’ He hopes his readers will feel empowered to know there is always hope - even in their darkest moments. This is why this Las Vegas native has designed a clothing brand called Day 1 Ambition that embodies messages like, 'The World Wouldn't Spin the Same Without You!' and the ‘Mental Hustle Continues’. On this podcast we look at maintaining mental health balance in challenging times as we face the impact of the mass murder of Black people by a white supremacist in Buffalo, NY.
Sylvia Drew Ivie, J.D. is currently Special Assistant to the President of Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. Her previous positions include service as the Mental Health Deputy for Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, Senior Deputy for Human Services.
DiPrima unpacks and analyzes, slices, dices and clowns in an effort to unmask propaganda and talking points that creep into our daily discourse unchallenged. From the January 6th investigation to the fight for reparations to anti-Blackness and union busting on job sites.
Do you know which judges to vote for? Have you decided who you will give the nod for Sheriff? Why is everyone trying to SCARE you into voting for them? And what is the latest in the most expensive Mayor’s race in L.A. history? It’s time to turn on your BS detector and scan local headlines and hot topics.
Marqueece Harris-Dawson is the Los Angeles 8th District City Councilmember and chairs the Planning and Land Use Committee. As the former President and CEO of the progressive nonprofit, Community Coalition Councilmember Harris Dawson brings an organizer’s perspective to City government and continues to advocate for communities. Marqueece received a BA from Morehouse College and has been recognized with numerous community commendations and awards including the coveted Do Something “BRICK” Award, The Wellness Foundation Sabbatical Award, the NAACP Man of Valor Award.
He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy at Quantico and has received awards for his handling of some of the department's most infamous internal affairs investigations, including the Quiet Cannon Case involving a Deputy Gang known as the 3000 Boys. Eric has been a community leader and mentor, he lives in Inglewood with his wife.
Dominique shares headlines both what’s good and what’s troubling. A fashion tribute to Prince, Michelle Obama’s special exhibit or her mom, a new report detailing racial bias in California law enforcement, the release of Sundiata Acoli and much much more are covered on today’s podcast.
Robert Sausedo, President and CEO of Community Build, Inc. is a native Angeleno. He’s been engaged and involved with civic matters that impact youth, economic development, social justice and literacy for over 30 years. In this podcast Sausedo joins Dominique to take on the issues of jobs, houselessness, the drought,small business incentives, taxes, philanthropy and much more.
As the son of immigrants, the value of opportunity was never lost on Ramit — just as his father came to the US to build a better life for himself and his family, Ramit came to Los Angeles to do the same. After receiving his MBA from UCLA, he co-founded Revolution Prep, an online tutoring platform dedicated to making tutoring more effective and higher education more attainable for America’s youth.
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 oneFrom 2002 through 2018, Sherri “Onica” Valle Cole, was a career criminal prosecutor with the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, specializing in Consumer Fraud and Workplace Protection. Born in San Diego, California to an interracial couple, Sherri Onica is sensitive to the needs of the diverse population of Los Angeles county. Sherri Onica is one of four children from the marital union of a Mexican mother and African American father. Sherri Onica is married to Brent Honore’, a thirty-three-year retired veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department and together they have two young children Merit (11) and Leonicio (8). In December of 2016 Leonicio was diagnosed with Autism. Onica has become a strong advocate for special needs children and the larger differently abled community.
Why is Mike Tyson walking away from punching a “fan” with no criminal charges? What is Michelle Obama doing to honor her mother? Why is Kevin Hart’s $100 million investment deal great news for Black America? And why are police unions allowed to put money in political races? Dominique’s got a lot to talk about.
Desiree has cooked for everyone from Steve Harvey to T. Rogers. She is an activist, a youth advocate and a chef leading one of Watts most renowned businesses - Watts Coffee House.
Gina Clayton-Johnson is the Executive Director of Essie Justice Group, which she founded (named after her great grandmother Essie Bailey) in 2014 to harness the collective power of women with incarcerated loved ones to end mass incarceration’s harm to women and communities. She designed and implemented the Housing Defense Practice at The Neighborhood Defender Service of Harlem (NDS) after seeing how women with loved ones behind bars were suffering, resulting in weakened communities. She founded Essie Justice Group for those women.
Stephanie Clements is Assistant Director – Public Works / Chief Financial Officer, Bureau of Street Services/StreetsLA. Ms. Clements, a 3rd-generation Angeleno, was adopted as an infant and raised in West Los Angeles attending public schools. Clements holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from USC and a Bachelor of Arts in Business/Economics and Political Science from UC Santa Barbara.
Mark Ghilarducci serves as the Director of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) within the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom. Ghilarducci was appointed January 8, 2019 by Governor Newsom to continue his service as Director, following his appointment on July 1, 2013 by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. As a member of the Cabinet, Director Ghilarducci serves as the Governor’s Homeland Security Advisor and oversees statewide public safety, emergency management, emergency communications, counter-terrorism efforts and the State Threat Assessment System
Sharon Ransom was raised by a single mom in south-central. She has been practicing law for over 18 years. Prior to that she was a dispatcher with LASD For 17 years. She attended law school at the University of West Los Angeles, School of Law as an evening student. She was still working full time as a sheriff’s dispatcher and raising her young daughter at the time. Even with those responsibilities, Sharon found time to serve as the Vice President of the Black Law Students Association.
Dominique goes to her phone to respond to the close to 500 comments that came in after she posted a video weighing in on lineage-based reparations and why she feels they will end up excluding lots of Black people who should be entitled to reparations. Callers chime in and we end up with a robust conversion about the progress and momentum of the movement for reparations on the state and local level.
Marc Lamont Hill is an award-winning journalist and host of BET News, as well as a political contributor to CNN. He lives in Philadelphia, and is the owner of the beloved Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books. HIs latest book is Seen and Unseen: Technology, Social Media, and the Fight for Racial Justice.
Janette Robinson Flint holds the executive director position of Black Women for Wellness, a woman centered community-based organization working on reproductive justice issues as they impact Black women & girls. Ms. Robinson Flint is also part of the Los Angeles Coalition for Reproductive Justice, California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom and In Our Own Voice; National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda. www.bwwla.org
Start your week off right with an affirmation, a guided mini-mediation and some powerful insights. Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., utilizes life coaching tools, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. She holds multiple yoga certifications including Anasura Hatha yoga, aerial yoga, power yoga and quantum yoga. She has also taught Pilates, meditation, Super Sculpt, and offers sound baths. Here she helps us set our intention and focus for the week ahead.
Marlo Jenkins is the Associate Director of South Central Youth Empowered Thru Action. Jenkins hails from Compton and launched her activism as a high school aged member of the project she now helps lead at Community Coalition. From what is being done about abandoned oil wells in South LA to censorship faced by Los Angeles teachers amid the backlash over critical race theory, Jenkins and DiPrima are breaking it down.
Dominique and KBLA’s callers get loud - speaking out on everything from the impending U.S. Supreme Court ban on abortions to an update on the Nigerian American fatally stabbed by his white Only Fans model girlfriend to the reasons more and more companies from Tesla to Apple are being sued for workplace racial discrimination…Oh! And happy Mothers Day! We’ve got a lot to talk about.
In 2014, Pullen-Miles won his Mayoral race and made history as Lawndale’s first African American Mayor. As a testament of delivering results for the people of Lawndale, he has been re-elected as Mayor twice with 100% of the vote. Prior to his historic election as Mayor, he was elected to serve three terms as Councilmember.
Tina McKinnor has been serving her community since 1989. She is a public advocate, an organizer, a small business owner and a mom. Tina serves as the Director of Civic Engagement for LA Voice and LA Voice Action. She leads civic engagement work, including campaigns, as well as voter engagement between elections around housing, immigration and criminal justice to build long-term power. Tina is a graduate of the Los Angeles African American Women’s Public Policy Institute (LAAAWPPI), whose mission is to prepare African American women for leadership in public policy,
Pete White is the founder and co-executive director of the Los Angeles Community Action Network (LA CAN), a grassroots organization working to ensure the human right to housing, health and security are upheld in Los Angeles. Pete White has been a community organizer in Los Angeles communities since 1992 and has educated and organized thousands of low-income people on a multitude of issues and campaigns.
Los Angeles native Kenya Kirkland is actively building a legacy as a community leader through her roles as the Executive Director of A Step to Freedom. Kirkland has made giving back a part of her life's mission, she has committed to serving homeless individuals in African American communities across the U.S. Ms. Kirkland was recognized as one of Los Angeles’ Top 40 Under 40. This weekend her organization will combat “Period Poverty” with their annual Blessing Bags Giveaway. The giving event will activate volunteers and supporters to canvas homeless encampments in South Los Angeles. They will distribute hundreds of Blessing Bags to unhoused individuals
Faisal Gill is an immigrant, civil rights attorney, husband, and father who is running for Los Angeles City Attorney. Throughout his career as a civil rights attorney, Faisal has been determined to help those who face discrimination from our government, within our immigration systems, and from their employers. He hopes to bring his perspective as an immigrant and civil rights attorney to the office of LA City Attorney and restore trust and transparency in local government.
Anna Slotky Reitano, candidate for office No. 60 she is on the Defenders of Justice slate w/ Holly Hancock and Carolyn Jiyoung Park. She obtained her J.D. at the University of California, Davis, King Hall School of Law. While at Davis Anna was an extern at Legal Services of Northern California representing indigent clients with matters like unlawful evictions and obtaining benefits. Her first position was with a small firm that handled union matters, with the bulk of the work focused on matters involving Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputies in administrative matters like hearings at the Civil Service Commission, internal affairs investigations, and counsel during homicide investigations.
Elizabeth Lashley-Haynes, candidate for Office No. 67 she is a Deputy Public Defender who has invested her time outside of the courtroom advocating for those who need help. She served on the national board of the National Legal Aid & Defender Association — a nonprofit founded in 1911, dedicated to providing legal services to people from low-income communities. She is a member of the four-woman Defenders of Justice Slate.
Civil Rights Attorney Caree Harper, Attorney Harper is one of California’s Super Lawyers, voted the best of the best of the golden state. Harper is the segment producer for our Meet the Judicial Candidates series. In addition Caree handles many high profile police abuse cases. Here she updates on developments in the cases of Anthiny McCLain and a minor victim, a young girl seen on tape being thrown to the ground and roughly handled by a Rialto police officer.
Troy Slaten, candidate for Office No. 60 he is a defense attorney and a current administrative law judge. He ran for Superior Court Judge in 2020 and was not elected. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in English literature. He got his JD from Pepperdine University after a successful career as a child actor. He has served as a managing partner at Floyd Skeren Manukian Langevin.
Dominique breaks down what we know so far about the Los Angeles City Controller's race and unpacks the demands of the NAACP, California Faculty Assoc and BLMLA following the rough treatment of CAl State LA Professor/BLM Activist Dr. Melina Abdullah by campus police at a Los Angeles Mayoral debate
Kenneth Mejia a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and housing justice activist born and raised in LA. He is a member of the LA Tenants Union to organize and fight alongside tenants experiencing immoral rent increases, unjust evictions, and uninhabitable living conditions. The tenants had great victories over the years, such as organizing the largest rent strike in LA’s Westlake neighborhood. Here the 31-year-old shares why he chose to run for Controller - the guardian of the city’s purse strings - and how his progressive politics + auditing skills will add up to accountability.
Founded in 1980, Jenesse Center is a nonprofit domestic violence intervention and prevention organization with a resolute mission: to restore, and provide trauma informed, culturally responsive, holistic, comprehensive services to survivors and families impacted by domestic and sexual violence, and to advance prevention modalities to sustain healthy and safe communities free of violence. This podcast addresses the rise in family violence during the pandemic and the what-when-why-when and where of getting help or helping others who are victims of domestic violence.
The phone lines are open as we tee up national and global issues for progressive analysis and fact checking. Now that we know the US Supreme Court is planning to overturn Roe v. Wade and criminalize abortion what is next? Could birth control be the extreme court’s next target? How will the attack on Dave Chapelle by a member of the audience at the Hollywood Bowl change comedy? Is it a game changer for the entertainment scene? And how do we stay encouraged in the midst of this tough news cycle?
Vonetta Williams is the CEO and Founder of the Atlanta-based Vonetta Cosmetics, a results-driven skincare line for diverse skintones. After receiving her cosmetology license, Williams started training with the renowned Kathryn Leverette of Solutions Clinic. In 1998 Vonetta Cosmetics was born. Williams has spent the last 20 years formulating her own products, resulting in a skincare and makeup line designed to address the concerns and needs of diverse skin tones. The flagship product in her line is the patent-pending TRUTH BAR, which has corrected and perfected the skin of thousands of grateful clients. www.vonettacosmetics.com
Linda Jay is a longtime Los Angeles activist, gang peace advocate and author of the book “I Was There.” Her beloved daughter Britanny was murdered through street voilence and she has been an urgent voice in the urban peace movement ever since. Here Ms. Jay joins Dominique to give her no-holds-barred thoughts on everything from the imprisonment of Brittany Griner to Roe v. Wade to the thirtieth anniversary of Los Angeles civil unrest.
James E. Clyburn is the Majority Whip and the third-ranking Democrat in the United States House of Representatives. He previously served in the post from 2007 to 2011 and served as Assistant Democratic Leader from 2011 to 2019. When he came to Congress in 1993 to represent South Carolina’s sixth congressional district, Congressman Clyburn was elected co-president of his freshman class and quickly rose through leadership ranks. He was subsequently elected Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, Vice Chair, and later Chair, of the House Democratic Caucus.
Carolyn “Jiyoung” Park is a daughter of Korean immigrants and was born and raised in Los Angeles. She obtained a B.A. at Tulane University in New Orleans, and a J.D. at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. She worked for over six years at a public sector union as a staff attorney litigating cases on behalf of the union and union members. Jiyoung currently has a private general practice which handles civil rights, labor, tenant and social impact business matters.
Get an update on recent progress in the case for reparations for victims of the Tulsa race riots, find out about the hidden (Black) history of Camino College and Alondra Park and how the were seized from Black owners 100 years ago, the west coast drought and the dead body in a barrel it has washed ashore. Plus we do takedowns of talking points on Roe v. Wade, Black progress and more.
Dominique goes to the phones to unpack, unspin and unravel national headlines and hot topics. We took a look at Derek Chauvin’s appeal, U.S. and European officials saying the pandemic is over, solidarity and racial double standards in Ukraine, what Biden is doing about student loan debt, the 4-1-1 on Biden's pardons and commutations and much more. We put a progressive lens on the issues.
Saharah Ali, founder of SAJI Yoga, Inc., utilizes life coaching tools, spiritual techniques, yoga and meditation to help clients build their own best life. Saharah has been teaching the discipline of yoga for more than 15 years. She has also taught Pilates, meditation, Super Sculpt, and indoor cycling.
Black Women for Wellness is a woman centered community-based organization working on reproductive justice issues as they impact Black women & girls. Ms. Robinson Flint is also part of the Los Angeles Coalition for Reproductive Justice, California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom and In Our Own Voice; National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda. Ms. Flint joins Dominique to give insight into local headlines, hot topics and the work of her organization.
Gina Viola is a mother of 2 LAUSD children, a business owner the past 25 years, and a community advocate. She spent her early years in Los Angeles organizing around LGBTQ rights with APLA. In her 30’s she began mentoring with an organization Girls & Gangs and eventually would come to sit on the board. Later in this decade, after the killing of Mike Brown, she turned her focus toward racial and social justice work. Viola says the inequities in her city were glaring and it was long past time for folks who look like her to start doing something about that.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters is considered by many to be one of the most powerful women in American politics today. She has gained a reputation as a fearless and outspoken advocate for women, children, people of color and the poor. Congresswoman Waters made history as the first woman and first African American Chair of the House Financial Services Committee. Here Congresswoman Waters reflects on her memories of Los Angeles 1992 rebellion and how her unapologetic response to the unrest thrust her into the role of a leader of the Black resistance, a role she has fearlessly embraced ever since.
ECM Ministries Senior Pastor Shep Crawford is a 5x Grammy Award winning producer and writer, who believes God has called him to build a bridge from the church to the world and from the world back to the church. Shep Crawford is also a Grammy Award-winning R&B and gospel musician, songwriter, and producer best known for Whitney Houston's "Same Script, Different Cast", Deborah Cox's "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here.” On this podcast Pastor Crawford joins Dominique to take on tough topics like racism, community violence and the legacy of Los Angeles 1992 civil unrest.
A Conversation with Lora King of the Rodney King Foundation & Special Guest Co-Host Tavis Smiley.
On Friday, April 29, 2022 from 6 AM -12 Noon KBLA Talk 1580 commemorated the 30th Anniversary of the L.A. Uprisings at the Ground Zero intersection of Florence & Normandie with a live broadcast.
Community leaders, faith leaders and members of the Los Angeles Community joined together for the commemoration. A special pre-recorded interview with the daughter of the late Rodney King was aired during this event.
David Massey is an Academy Award-Nominated filmmaker with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications & Education from Ohio Dominican University and a Master of Fine Arts degree in Advanced Film & Television from the American Film Institute. He is the first African American in the history of the Academy Awards to be nominated for an Oscar in the Live-Action Short Film category with Last Breeze of Summer (1992). Massey is a voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and serves on the Oscar qualifying festival committee and the Student Academy Awards committee. Passage, his live-action film set in 1600 Western Africa is a 2021 Academy considered movie featured in the Pan African Film Festival 2022.
Malik Muhammad is proprieter of Malik’s Books and has been in business since the 1990’s. Malik’s tenacity in business and commitment to educating the community are legendary. WIth his own podcast, bookmobile as well as stores inside the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza and the Culver City Westfield mall, Mr. Muhhamad continues to expand and innovate. He is featured in this week’s Wealth Building spotlight.
Xavier joins Dominique to read between the headlines. From Jessica Watkins the first Black woman crewmember on the International Space Station to secrets of boosting your immune system, to the tragedy of Trinity Love Jones to the responsibility of conscious parents to educate their kids beyond school, they get to the bottom of the stories in the news. . Xavier Henderson is the Co-Founder of SoulfulofNoise, the nation's largest live music platform dedicated to the empowerment of independent artists and creatives. He is a naturopathic healer, a community activist, and a devoted family man who has dedicated his life to the liberation of the Black mind and spirit. www.SoulfulofNoise.Com
Aurea Montes-Rodriguez is the Executive Vice President at Community Coalition and has worked at the organization for more than 20 years. Born in Mexico and raised in South LA she developed a passion for creating change at the local level. Aurea has been a key leader responsible for building the organization’s youth programs to fight for educational equity, leading efforts to keep children in family care and out of the foster care system, helping to build organizing capacity in South LA, and leading a capital campaign to transform the organization’s headquarters in to a state of the art community hub for community organizing.
We call BS on the sheriff’s threat to quite patrolling the trains if he doesn’t get the entire contract, we take a look at the case of a Black man stabbed to death by his white girlfriend and whether we should still care now that we know he hated Black women, we opine on whether pitbulls should be banned and we weigh in on the crisis of the unsheltered…These and many other hot topics are subject to the unapologetically progressive lens of Dominique and the KBLA delegation.
Dominique unpacks local issues and offers counterspin and progressive analysis to every day talking points. LA/Long Beach are back to having the worst pollution in the nation, three county sheriff's blame politicians and refuse to take responsibility for their outcomes, a Socal wildlife bridge over the freeway will be the biggest among thousands worldwide, how will Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter impact Black workers legal action against him for racism, the former head of the DWP gets six years in prison and a teacher is fired for a racist lesson using cotton to teach children about slavery…We’ve got a lot to talk about.
From Mike Tyson to the Azov Brigade…From Dr. Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies. Dr. Horne received his Ph.D. in history from Columbia University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and his B.A. from Princeton University. Dr. Horne is the author of more than thirty books and one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. His current research includes two forthcoming books: The Counter-Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery, Jim Crow and the Roots of U.S. Fascism and Revolting Capital: Racism and Radicalism in Washington, D.C., 1918-1968.
Will Musk give Trump back his Twitter account? What does it mean theat Tariq Nasheed is appropriating the concept of Maroons? How do we foster a more educated electorate? WHy isn’t Israel more active in Ukraine given that they have a Jewish president? Why are Black Lawmakers afraid to advocate for Black people? The phone lines are on fire and we are tackling tough and little-noticed topics with an unapologetically progressive approach.
Our focus this week is emotional detox and letting go of past trauma. Join us for an affirmation, breath work, a chance to set your intention for the week. Yoga and meditation teacher, life coach and sound bath expert Saharah Ali joins us for a brief weekly reset. It’s Mindful Mondays with Saharah Ali. www.saharahali.com
Dominique and the KBLA delegation share insights and observations to make us think a little more deeply about local headlines and their national implications. We look at all the ways the City of Beverly Hills is watching you, how the fear of crime and homelessness is shaping the L.A. Mayor's Race, who will be allowed to join Sunday’s Mayoral debate, why are Black politicians afraid to say they will do things for Black people, how we maintain our mental health in this unprecedentedly tough time and why the historical preservation of Black Panther Party leader Fred Hampton’s home is so important against the backdrop of erasure of Black history.
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective.
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective.
They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective.
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 Dominique shares KBLA’s exclusive interview with the founders of a brand new and exciting creative space and economic engine in South Los Angeles - Stocker Street Creative. Jessica Sarowitz, founder and managing partner of 4S Bay Partners LLC – is the project owner, investor and the founder of 4S Bay Partners LLC, Miraflores Films, and executive producer of WITH THIS LIGHT, is a social impact investor and entrepreneur. As a multi-racial woman and immigrant, Sarowitz seeks out projects around the world that directly benefit people of color with much-needed facilities and resources. She works in collaboration with communities in need to create transformative opportunities and experiences. Stan Washington, president & CEO of Pantheon Business Consulting LLC – is the developer and project executive for overall property management, pre-development, programming, development and construction. He is a business leader and entrepreneur who has been a member of the financial services community for more than 30 years. As the former chairman of LA INC. (The LA Conventions & Visitors Bureau.)
Meet Jamel Thomas of Delete the Divide and LA County program to end inequities in access to technology. Ed Sanders weighs in on how to end the crisis of the unhoused. And Dominique puts the spotlight on national issues including a challenge to South Carolina’s plan to execute death row inmates by firing squad, Netflix perilous drop in popularity, Trump walking out on his buddy Piers Morgan, the arrest of ASAP Rocky, and more.
Ed Sanders of ES Policy Advisors and Fox Soul TV joins Dominique to decipher the ins and outs of local politics. How do we prepare to vote in the upcoming elections? Why is former Lakers Executive Jerry West angry at Netflix? What is the role of crime and fear-based messaging in elections? Why is the LA Times endorsing progressive Keneth Mejia for City Controller? City vs. County, State vs. Feds, Mayor vs. City Council who is truly responsible for curing the Los Angeles epidemic of unsheltered people?
Kika Keith is proprietor of L.A.'s first Black women-owned Dispensary - Gorilla Wellness RX. She is also an activist advocating on behalf of social equity in the cannabis space. Gorilla Rx Wellness made history by being led by a mother-daughter duo. Today’s podcast is an update on the state of cannabis locally and nationally.
The phone lines are open and Dominique is talking. Unpacking the progressive take on national headlines and hot topics, highlighting little known goings-on, and challenging conventional wisdom is what we do around here. Today's podcast is no exception.
Jo Muse is founder of one of the first multicultural ad agencies in the United States. A true visionary, Jo founded his agency, Muse Cordero Chen in 1987. His Multicultural Manifesto is often cited as one of the premier guides to diverse marketing. Muse established the Los Angeles Creative Club, and helped create the first minority training program in Los Angeles assisting other minority entrepreneurs in starting their own agencies.
Are statistics on rising crime nationwide being spun to serve political agendas? Why is law and order propaganda making a comeback? The public is saying the issues of houselessness, crime and public safety impact local elections are the most important to them. What do the track records of candidates for local offices tell us about their real agendas?
Felicia “The Poetess” Morris made her radio debut at the age of 5 years old on KDIA-AM, a station in the San Francisco Bay Area, where her father, Johnny Morris, was a popular disc jockey. Felicia would soon follow in her dad’s footsteps by moving to Los Angeles and landing her first on-air gig as a radio co-host on Bailey Broadcasting’s nationally syndicated “Hip Hop Countdown and Report,” which could be heard in over 33 markets across the U.S. Having a love for writing poetry, Ms. Morris, parlayed her poems to rap songs and landed a recording contract with Poetic Groove/Interscope Records, making her the first female rapper on Interscope Records alongside 2Pac, Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch and Gerardo. In 2014, Ms. Morris began her journey as an entrepreneur and is currently the owner of Morris Media Studios, a professional podcast and voice-over studio located in the historical Leimert Park in Los Angeles, California. Past and present clients include Ms. Cathy Hughes, Tiffany Haddish, Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson, Comedian Earthquake, J. Anthony Brown, and a host of others.
Dominique shines a progressive spotlight on headlines and hot topics on the national stage. The conviction of a former police officer on four felony counts in connection with the 1-6 insurrection…Republicans blocking the honoring of a Black judge - even though it was their idea to pay tribute to him…The Only Fans influencer who fatally stabbed her Black boyfriend and is still not in jail…The issue of white privilege as it pertains to the L.A. Mayor's race and many more topics are on deck.
Dominique continues her no-holds-barred takedown of the story behind the stories in the Los Angeles Mayor's race and gives an overview of what will be on our June ballot. What does former Police Chief Bernard Park's scathing letter reveal about billionaire candidate Rick Caruso and what is the truth behind his campaign talking points? And what does Caruso’s own campaign mailer teach us about his real agenda?
Director Salli Richardson-Whitfield is a 30-year industry veteran. Salli started off as an actress and had a successful career that spanned over two decades. But in 2011, Salli directed two episodes of her TV series “Eureka’ on SyFy network and caught the directing bug. Later when her friend Ava DuVernay hired her two direct two episodes of her OWN series “Queen Sugar,” Salli knew that she’d belonged behind the camera and transitioned from acting to one of the top three most successful, female/women of color television directors to date! Salli directed half of the episodes of the first season of Julian Fellowes’ (“Downton Abbey”) hit new HBO series “The Gilded Age” and serves as one of the executive producers of the show. In addition to “The “Gilded Age,” Salli will be shooting the finale block of the new Adam McKay series about the Lakers, tentatively called the “Untitled Lakers Project” for HBO.