Best Matthew Ramirez Podcasts (2025)

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Joel Berg joins Tavis Smiley 21:38

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Joel Berg—CEO of Hunger Free America and author of America, We Need to Talk: A Self-Help Book for the Nation—as he explains why President Donald Trump is allowing food stamp funding to run out. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley-…

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Ainissa Ramirez and Jim West join Tavis Smiley 36:14

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with materials engineer and science communicator Ainissa Ramirez as she shares her debut children’s book, Spark: Jim West’s Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone—plus, Tavis speaks directly with Johns Hopkins University Professor Jim West. Become a supporter of this p…

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The Future Business Leaders of America Drop in and Join in on the Christmas Spirit 1:41:06

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This week some of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) officers from HCA joined us to share about what their club does to benefit Harvest House.By Jared Baldwin

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Matthew Grant joins Tavis Smiley 33:18

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with soul singer and songwriter Matthew Grant, as they discuss turning pain into power, love, his music, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Joseph Viteritti joins Tavis Smiley 20:52

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Joseph Viteritti, Hunter College professor and former senior advisor to the Chancellor of New York City public schools, as he previews his new book, "Radical Dreamers: Race, Choice, and the Failure of American Education." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak…

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John Fugelsang joins Tavis Smiley 34:12

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with John Fugelsang, actor, comedian, political commentator, and host of the SiriusXM radio show Tell Me Everything as he discusses his New York Times bestseller, :Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person’s Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flo…

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Paul Rieckhoff Joins Tavis Smiley 22:40

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Paul Rieckhoff, host of the Independent Americans podcast and founder of Independent Veterans of America, as he gives his battlefield assessment on the future of Defense Secretary-for-now Pete Hegseth and President Trump’s crackdown on the alleged Anti-Christian bias at the V…

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Renée Watson joins Tavis Smiley 42:06

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Renée Watson, New York Times bestselling author and mentee of famed poet Nikki Giovanni, as she shares her final collection, The New Book: Poems, Letters, Blurbs, and Things. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Ian K. Smith joins Tavis Smiley 37:18

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Ian K. Smith—former co-host of The Doctors and author of the bestselling book Shred: The Revolutionary Diet—as he shares the latest project from his successful side hustle as a novelist, Beyond Midnight, featuring private investigator Ashe Cayne. Become a supporter of this po…

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Terence Blanchard and Aaron Neville join Tavis Smiley 34:14

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with world-renowned composer and musician Terence Blanchard and the one and only Aaron Neville as they reflect on their native New Orleans 20 years after Hurricane Katrina. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Patrick Kennedy joins Tavis Smiley 37:38

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Patrick Kennedy—former member of Congress for 16 years and the youngest child of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy as he discusses his latest book, "Profiles in Mental Health Courage," new evidence surrounding the assassination of his uncle, President John F. Kennedy, and the fami…

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Luenell joins Tavis Smiley 34:19

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Luenell, who talks about her recent sold-out show at the Apollo, her hilarious role in the Emmy-winning series Hacks, and a preview of her new So Cal residency, That Time of the Month. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/…

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner Tribute 37:49

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In this Best of 2025 episode, Tavis Smiley remembers actor and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner, reprising their final public conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Ibram X. Kendi joins Tavis Smiley 37:20

4d ago37:20

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi—Director of the Howard University Institute for Advanced Study, co-founder of The Emancipator, and author of ten New York Times bestsellers as he discusses his latest book for the next generation, "Malcolm Lives! The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Youn…

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Malcolm D. Lee joins Tavis Smiley 38:03

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with award-winning writer, director, and producer Malcolm D. Lee, reflecting on his life and career and the release of his debut novel, "The Best Man: Unfinished Business." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Jessica Fulton joins Tavis Smiley 33:43

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In this Best of 2025 episode, we revisit Tavis Smiley’s conversation with Jessica Fulton, Joint Center Senior Fellow for Political and Economic Studies, on her project "Forward Together: Black Policy Playbook for an Equitable America." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Year-End Roundtable 3: Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Cornel West, Chris Rabb, and Nii-Quartelai Quartey 37:38

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In our third-hour roundtable, our White House correspondent Nii-Quartelai Quartey, Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb, and former U.S. Rep. Cori Bush look ahead to the upcoming midterm elections, the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/suppo…

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Year-End Roundtable 2: Dr. Cornel West, Connie Rice, Elizabeth Booker Houston, & Tim Golden join Tavis 39:35

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For our second-hour roundtable, scholar Cornel West, attorney Elizabeth Booker Houston, and philosopher Tim Golden look at the progressive challenges and victories of 2025. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Year-End Roundtable 1: Dr. Cornel West, Connie Rice, Rashad Robinson, and Danielle Moodie join Tavis 40:13

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It’s our big year-in-review for all three hours! In our first-hour roundtable, civil rights attorney Connie Rice, social justice organizer Rashad Robinson, and political commentator Danielle Moodie reflect on the attacks on civil rights and the Constitution this past year. Plus, our surprise guest, Black Thought, helps us kick it off. It's our big …

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Nadine McKinnor joins Tavis Smiley 14:00

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Songwriter Nadine McKinnor, co-writer of Donny Hathaway’s anthem “This Christmas,” recalls her collaboration on this holiday classic. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Odie Henderson joins Tavis Smiley 22:24

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Boston Globe film critic Odie Henderson is back with his Top 10 films of 2025, as well as his 10 favorite performances of the year, and honors the cinematic legacy of Rob Reiner. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Nicholas Buccola joins Tavis Smiley 35:21

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Nicholas Buccola, professor of Government, Humanism, and Ethics at Claremont McKenna College, goes inside his latest text, “One Man’s Freedom: Goldwater, King, and the Struggle over an American Ideal,” and explains why you may never hear Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech the same way again. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.…

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Christopher D. Cook joins Tavis Smiley 8:08

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Christopher D. Cook, author of the stinging RootsAction autopsy of the Democratic Party’s 2024 presidential campaign, reveals how his findings have been received and how Democrats should respond. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Rob and Nick Reiner Conversation 21:49

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Tavis reprises his 2016 conversation with Rob Reiner and his son Nick who has been formally charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the death of his parents. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Short and Sweet with a Dash of Christmas Cheer with Matthew, Seth, Matt, and Jared 47:01

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This week Matthew, Seth, and Matt joined us for "What's in my Coffee?" and some Christmas trivia. Then the episode wraps up with a couple closing announcements.By Jared Baldwin

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Jason McDonald joins Tavis Smiley 15:11

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Glass artist Jason McDonald explains how his collaboration with Solange Knowles put him on the map and how he hopes to break down barriers for Black craft artists. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Arlene Reckson joins Tavis Smiley 20:35

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Arlene Reckson, former music executive and production coordinator for John Lennon and Yoko Ono, goes inside the recording session of their iconic holiday song, “Happy Xmas (War Is Over),” which included young voices from the Harlem Community Choir. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Butch Ware joins Tavis Smiley 20:33

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Butch Ware, Green Party candidate for California governor and UC Santa Barbara professor, is back in the studio with a progressive outsider’s look at the big races in 2026 — from the battle for Congress to statehouse showdowns. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Deroy Murdock joins Tavis Smiley 22:53

9d ago22:53

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Deroy Murdock, Fox News commentator, American Spectator contributing editor, and Daily Signal columnist, gives his take on the Venezuelan boat attacks, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s run for Texas governor, and his warning for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--62…

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Season 2, Episode 8; Master Police Officer Joe Jones, Chaplain Patrick Creed, Captain Jonathan Brown, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 1:10:25

8d ago1:10:25

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Send us a text This episode has an accidental basketball theme! Two of our guests (and your host) played college basketball. And one guest was a college basketball referee. Find out who did what as we get to know Master Police Officer Joe Jones, a Student Resource Officer at Asheville High School. We’ll also get to know APD Chaplain Patrick Creed. …

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Dr. Todd Boyd joins Tavis Smiley 34:27

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Dr. Todd Boyd, USC media studies professor, a.k.a. “Notorious Ph.D.,” celebrates today’s 50th anniversary of the seminal Parliament album “Mothership Connection” and shares his favorite hip-hop albums of 2025. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Dr. Cornel West joins Tavis Smiley 37:07

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Dr. Cornel West, scholar, leading public intellectual, author, and special contributor, shares his thoughts on whether Progressives should draft their own Project 2029 plan and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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John Nichols joins Tavis Smiley 36:05

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John Nichols, executive editor of The Nation magazine, gives his analysis on how Trump is dragging Republicans to a crushing defeat and other trending political news. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Cecil Brown joins Tavis Smiley 13:52

13d ago13:52

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Cecil Brown, UC Berkeley professor and Richard Pryor’s longtime friend and collaborator, celebrates the life of the GOAT as we mark 20 years since his passing this week. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Eva Aridjis-Fuentes joins Tavis Smiley 21:58

14d ago21:58

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Eva Aridjis-Fuentes, director of the fascinating documentary "Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives of Q Lazzarus,” helps us celebrate what would have been the 65th birthday of the mysterious singer, best known for her haunting track “Goodbye Horses” in Jonathan Demme’s film “The Silence of the Lambs.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sprea…

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Rev. Willie Williams joins Tavis Smiley 16:23

13d ago16:23

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Rev. Willie Williams, chair of the Emmett Till Interpretive Center in Sumner, Mississippi, talks about their latest acquisition — the barn where the Black teenager from Chicago was lynched, tortured and killed 70 years ago. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Dr. Cornel West joins Tavis Smiley 22:24

13d ago22:24

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Dr. Cornel West, scholar, leading public intellectual, author, and special contributor, shares his thoughts on the passing of the first Black education secretary Rod Paige, the progressive autopsy report by RootsAction that tells how Democrats lost the White House and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-…

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Barbara McQuade joins Tavis Smiley 42:17

14d ago42:17

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Barbara McQuade, University of Michigan law professor and author of the New York Times bestseller “Attack from Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America,” gives an update on the ongoing smackdown between President Donald Trump and the U.S. Constitution. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--628641…

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Lee Bey joins Tavis Smiley 13:44

13d ago13:44

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Lee Bey, architecture critic for the Chicago Sun-Times, is back with his exclusive look inside Home Court, the first Obama Center building to be completed, and reflects on the legacy of the late Frank Gehry. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Justin Elliott and Jahreem Samuels join Tavis Smiley 22:19

13d ago22:19

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Justin Elliott and Jahreem Samuels, co-founders of the WRTH app, “the world’s first AI and blockchain-verified commerce platform,” reveal details of their new six-figure investment from AWS. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Ret. Judge LaDoris Cordell joins Tavis Smiley 17:22

13d ago17:22

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LaDoris Cordell, retired Superior Court judge and author of "Her Honor: My Life on the Bench... What Works, What's Broken, and How to Change It," offers her perspective on trending political and legal topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin joins Tavis Smiley 22:21

13d ago22:21

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U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) explains how ranked-choice voting will be a factor in the 2026 primaries and why he increased his security following a recent incident involving one of the pardoned January 6th perpetrators. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Talking about Young Leaders with Guam Junior Achievement Executive Director Joshua Miller 1:39:41

13d ago1:39:41

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This week Joshua Miller joined us to talk about about his different leadership areas. He shared about Junior Achievement, and his desires to grow the program.By Jared Baldwin

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Kal Raustiala joins Tavis Smiley 38:26

14d ago38:26

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Kal Raustiala, UCLA law professor and author of “The Absolutely Indispensable Man: Ralph Bunche, the United Nations, and the Fight to End Empire,” celebrates today’s 75th anniversary of the civil rights leader’s acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Thomas Wilkins joins Tavis Smiley 38:20

14d ago38:20

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Thomas Wilkins, Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, previews his upcoming holiday program at Disney Concert Hall in celebration of Duke Ellington, “The Nutcracker,” and Carlos Simon’s “Four Black American Dances.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Donna Beisel joins Tavis Smiley 17:00

14d ago17:00

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Donna Beisel, Director of Museum Operations at the Rosa Parks Museum at Troy University in Montgomery, Alabama, discusses their new exhibit featuring never-before-seen photos of the iconic civil rights leader. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Michael K. Fauntroy joins Tavis Smiley 21:37

14d ago21:37

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Associate Professor and Founding Director of the Race, Politics, and Policy Center at George Mason University, Dr. Michael K. Fauntroy shares his thoughts on how Trump’s hateful rhetoric has flipped America’s race conversation into a dangerous space for its citizens. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley-…

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Jaime Harrison joins Tavis Smiley 39:57

14d ago39:57

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Jaime Harrison, former DNC chair and host of the YouTube show and podcast “At Our Table,” previews a major party leadership meeting in LA this week and what Democrats need to do to become the majority in Congress next year. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Ashley Wiley Johnson joins Tavis Smiley 16:35

16d ago16:35

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Autism interventionist, author, and Vice President of the Los Angeles Speech & Therapy Center, Dr. Ashley Wiley-Johnson joins Tavis in studio to discuss her latest work on autism and how we can better support people who thrive with differences and clinical disorders. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley-…

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Robert Primus joins Tavis Smiley 22:17

16d ago22:17

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Robert Primus, the recently fired member of the Senate-appointed Surface Transportation Board (STB), discusses his federal racial discrimination lawsuit against the Trump administration as he seeks to return to work. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…