The JamirSmith Show Podcast

@omarion at the 2026 BMI @bmi R&B/Hip-Hop Awards 🎤 I spoke with R&B star Omarion on the carpet tonight about more than 20 years of music, the legacy of B2K, and still loving what he does after all these years. The biggest takeaway…. “Stay authentic to the music, your purpose, and who you are”. Great conversation. Great night celebrating R&B and Hip-Hop. . . Full interview @spotify @sp...

KJ Dillard joins The Jamir Smith Show for a conversation that goes beyond the spotlight. From his new single “Girls in NY” and joining Bravo’s Summer House to fashion, skateboarding, mental health and becoming the first Black male cast member in the show’s history, KJ opens up about identity, representation and staying grounded as his platform grows. We also get into the women who shaped him, find...

A powerful red carpet conversation with writer and filmmaker Luke Charles Stafford at the world premiere of Against the Wall. We talk about fathers and sons, the hardest scene he had to create alongside his real-life father, what families leave unsaid, and the importance of becoming someone our parents can be proud of.

I sat down with award-winning international DJ and host Jay Shalé for a conversation that goes far beyond the DJ booth. We talk about her new chapter with the LA Sparks, going from Atlanta to Los Angeles, creating safe spaces through music, queer visibility, taking her career global, and the viral moment she shared with former Vice President Kamala Harris. But more than anything, we get into the p...

Still taking this moment in. I had the opportunity to speak with two legends, Dr. Bernice King @berniceaking and Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz @ilyasahshabazz We talked about legacy, unity, and something that really stayed with me from Dr. Bernice King, “you can never erase what their parents built and instilled in all of us”. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X changed history, but their impact didn’t...

I'm excited to sit down and answer your questions about red carpet interviews, preparing for celebrity conversations, building real industry relationships, and creating opportunities in media. From what happens before the carpet to what you don't see on camera, let's talk about it. Instagram @jamir_smith

A conversation with ABFF founder Jeff Friday about 30 years of Black storytelling, building an institution, the importance of succession and legacy, and what’s next as the American Black Film Festival heads to Los Angeles for its 31st year.

Today’s conversation was special. 🎙️✨ I had the opportunity to sit down with the legendary Dr. Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker for a conversation that went beyond the music. We talked about Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo, food and family, creating community, her evolution as a woman, and what she’s finally giving herself permission to receive in this chapter. We also talked about her new single “Slide”...

Guest: Atima OmaraHost: Jamir SmithTheme:  Democracy, organizing, leadership, and what ordinary people can learn from Black women’s fight for a more inclusive America. “Welcome to The Jamir Smith Show. Every conversation begins the same way because before politics, careers, or headlines, we’re all human.” “How’s your heart? What has this season of life been teaching you?” Follow-up You’ve spent de...

I got to interview two of the amazing stars of The Young and the Restless! Vivica A. Fox and Sean Dominic joined me to talk about what's happening in Genoa City, Nate's journey, and what could be coming next. And after this latest episode... Dr. Nate might be BACK! •• The Young and the Restless | Weekdays on CBS #YR #YoungAndTheRestless #VivicaAFox #SeanDominic #CBS #DaytimeTV #TheJamirSmi...

From the dope game to the rap game. 🎤🔥 I had the opportunity to sit down for exclusive interviews with the entire cast of FX’s The Drop: A Snowfall Saga . We talked about the legacy of Snowfall , stepping into this next chapter, the evolution of the characters, and what audiences can expect from the new season. 🎙️ My exclusive cast interviews drop today on Spotify! The Drop: A Snowfall Saga prem...

I had the honor of interviewing the legendary Kieu Chinh, who stars as Ba Nội, and Sir Daniel K. Winn, whose extraordinary life inspired this story. A powerful conversation about transformation, survival, memory, healing, and how art can carry us through the hardest chapters of our lives. What does it mean to become who you were always meant to be? Instagram @jamir_smith

Honored to be invited by the Tribeca Festival @tribeca to cover the red carpet premiere of Born Melo. @carmeloanthony and I spoke about his career and what legacy really mean throughout this phenomenal documentary “Born Melo”. What makes this documentary so powerful is that it goes far beyond basketball. It’s a story about legacy, fatherhood, purpose, and the moments that define us long after the...

A conversation about turning Wounds to Wisdom. We go beyond the film to talk about the person behind the story, what healing looks like while you’re still in the middle of it, and how life’s hardest seasons can shape who we become. We start where I always do: How’s your heart? @w2wsupperclub @whatnajahdidinheels @thejonathanmajors

Today we're joined by two incredible artists behind one of the year's most heartfelt coming-of-age films, Olmo. From the producers behind Moonlight and Minari, this film takes us to New Mexico in 1979 and reminds us that growing up isn't simply about getting older—it's about learning responsibility, understanding love, and discovering that family can be both our greatest burden and...

I had the opportunity to interview Felicia Pride during ABFF, and now she’s leading the next chapter of A Different World as creator and showrunner of the Netflix sequel series. During our conversation, Felicia talked about the importance of reflecting the lives of young people today and showing the full breadth of their humanity. That’s why stories like this still matter. A new generation deserve...

I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing the incredibly talented Dawnn Lewis @dawnn_lewis on many red carpets and at events over the years. One thing has always remained consistent: her belief in hard work, family, education, and staying grounded in who you are. Dawnn didn’t just star as Jaleesa Vinson on A Different World. She also co-wrote the original theme song, helping create a sound and legacy...

Thank you, Black Writers Weekend @blackwritersweekend for trusting me to be part of your story and for the honor of moderating two conversations that challenged, inspired, and connected us all. To the team at Diverse Representation @diverserepresentation, thank you for an incredible partnership. It's always a privilege to create these spaces together. And to everyone who stopped in to listen, intr...

“When I watched SERAPHIM, I realized this wasn’t just a musical—it felt like a conversation with the world. It asks difficult questions about love, race, identity, justice, faith, and hope. Today, I want our listeners to understand the heart behind the artist and the purpose behind this movement.” The Man Behind the Music You’ve described  SERAPHIM  as representing light, fire, passion, and purpos...

Welcome to  The Jamir Smith Show  on Power 97.5 LA, Power V 97.5 Vegas, Spotify LIVE and everywhere you listen to podcasts. I’m your host, Jamir Smith. Today’s guest Shannon Wallace, is an artist who refuses to be defined by one title. He’s an actor, director, producer, photographer, and storyteller whose work continues to push independent Black cinema forward. Last week I had the opportunity to s...

Moderated by SCAD FASH executive director Alex Delotch Davis, the conversation features Danny Dunson, the DuSable Black History Museum’s director of curatorial affairs and arts education, and editorial director and filmmaker Isoul Harris (HBO's  Donyale Luna: Supermodel ) who explore Church’s groundbreaking career through the lens of Dunson’s recent exhibition  Black in Paris . Discover how Ch...

I had a great conversation with Nick Griffin, Executive Vice President of the Downtown LA Alliance as we discussed how The Path of Progress initiative has become a major part of the conversation for DTLA Alliance. We discussed topics: When people hear terms like revitalization and investment, they often wonder how that translates into everyday experiences. How will residents, workers, and visitors...

Kolo: “Finding Home Through Sound” Exploring the idea of vulnerability.. the art of vulnerability film sept last year  Opening (2–3 minutes) 1. I always begin with this question because it tells me more than any biography ever could. How’s your heart? What has this season of life been teaching you? 2. Your new single is called  Lonely Dreams . That’s a title that almost feels like a journal entry....

Sitting down with Lynae Vanee @lynaevanee at this year’s Essence Festival @essencefest was one of those moments that always stays with me. She has a way of turning honesty into poetry and making people feel seen through every word. Now she’s taking “Black Women Deserve Poems” on tour, and I already know each stop has been more than a performance, but a reminder of the power of storytelling, healin...

Episode Theme: Preserving Black History Through Fiction, Courage, and Storytelling “Welcome to The Jamir Smith Show. Today we’re joined by award-winning author, journalist, and former attorney Ashton Lattimore. Her highly anticipated second novel, RUNNER, takes readers into the world of Prohibition-era Martha’s Vineyard, where history, mystery, and resilience collide. Ashton, congratulations on th...