Tavis Smiley

Dr. James Zogby, deputy campaign manager and senior advisor to Rev. Jesse Jackson for his historic presidential campaigns in 1984 and 1988, reminds us how Jacksons run was a turning point for Arab American empowerment.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

David Masciotra, author of “I Am Somebody: Why Jesse Jackson Matters,” offers his analysis about how Rev. Jesse Jackson’s quest for human rights and justice furthers the Black freedom movement.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Civil rights pioneer and former Mayor of Atlanta Andrew Young shares his reflections of his comrade Rev. Jesse Jackson. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

CNN anchor Abby Phillip, author of “A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power,” talks about her book and why Rev. Jacksons political work should never be forgotten. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Dr. Ron Daniels, President of the Institute of the Black World and former Executive Director of the National Rainbow Coalition, talks about the political acumen and brilliance of Rev. Jesse Jackson.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor, Dr. Cornel West, shares his thoughts on the humanity of Rev. Jesse Jackson.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Johnny Ray Gill, who portrays Bobby Trey Abellard in the James Patterson series, “Cross,” previews the long-awaited second season which started streaming last week.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Raquel Graham, CEO of Roq Innovation and host of “Entrepreneuring with Raquel Graham” on KBLA Talk 1580, discusses tariffs, the pathway from gig work to business ownership, and why 45-plus is the new golden age for Black entrepreneurship. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Ty Pinkins, U.S. Army veteran and independent U.S. Senate candidate in Mississippi, explains why he left the Democratic Party after his grandmother asked him, “Can I trust you to fight for us, even when it’s not easy?” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor, Dr. Cornel West shares his insights about domestic and foreign policies.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Cornell Belcher, prominent progressive thinker and president of Brilliant Corners Research & Strategies, gives his analysis of the partial shutdown, its impact on voters, and other trending political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

The legendary Slick Rick is in studio for a career conversation celebrating his new film VICTORY (The Film), which screened at the GRAMMY Museum Tuesday night. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Tony T. Roberts, known as the Comedian’s Comedian, previews the “We Them Ones Comedy Tour,” hitting arenas in the weeks ahead alongside fellow Hoosier Mike Epps. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Father Michael Pfleger of the Faith Community of St. Sabina in Chicago returns with a ground-level perspective on the city’s historically low murder rate and his take on House Speaker Mike Johnson’s failed attempt to take down Pope Leo. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar, and special contributor Dr. Cornel West shares his thoughts on the state of our democracy, the justice system, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Professor, author and founding chair of the Department of African American Studies at UCLA discusses the Pam Bondi hearing and other trending political topics.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Former NBA All-Star and current CEO of the National Basketball Retired Players Association, Antonio Davis, comes in studio to talk about the state of the game and the Legends of Basketball events taking over All-Star Weekend. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Emmy-nominated children’s television writer and death doula Darnell Lamont Walker shares insights on the end of life in his new book, “Never Can Say Goodbye: The Life of a Death Doula and the Art of a Peaceful End.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Deroy Murdock, Fox News commentator, contributing editor of The American Spectator and columnist for The Daily Signal, returns with a Republican reality check as immigration, fallout over the Epstein files and racist videos threaten to divide the GOP from within. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Galen Druke, host of the nonpartisan podcast “GD Politics,” gives a data-driven look at the 2026 midterm elections and beyond, considering the impact of ICE-related violence and racist videos. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

White House correspondent Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey gives an update on Democrats meeting the funding deadline for the Department of Homeland Security. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Jalyn Hall, who played Emmett Till in the film “Till” and now stars in the new Tracy Morgan series “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,” reflects on his rising career at just 19. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

L. Michelle Smith, author, executive coach, and host of “The Culture Soup Podcast” and the Substack podcast “Her Next Power Move,” dives into her latest text, “Call and Response: 10 Leadership Lessons From the Black Church.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

White House correspondent Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey gives an update on Democrats meeting the funding deadline for the Department of Homeland Security. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Pete Buttigieg, former Transportation Secretary and Mayor of South Bend, IN, is in studio to talk about the Hoosier state’s redistricting pushback and the Democratic Party strategy for the midterms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .