Tavis Smiley

Leading public intellectual, author, scholar and special contributor Dr. Cornel West talks to Tavis about how Rev. Jesse Jackson was a moral and spiritual force who helped transform the fight for equality in the South into a national movement. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

This week, it was announced that Dr. Norman C. Francis — civil rights leader and longtime president of Xavier University — has passed away at 94. Today, Tavis Smiley honors his extraordinary life and legacy by revisiting their 2010 sit-down conversation, where Dr. Francis spoke about the mission of Xavier University, the power of faith, and why education is the key to unlocking the next generation...

Dean Stroud, professor emeritus of German studies at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, former Presbyterian pastor, and editor of “Preaching in Hitler’s Shadow: Sermons of Resistance in the Third Reich,” speaks on moral conviction in the face of nationalistic confusion. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali, executive vice president of the National Wildlife Federation and founder and president of Revitalization Strategies, explains why gutting the EPA’s legal authority to address climate change endangers Black, Brown and low-income communities. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Amy Wilentz, author and UC Irvine English professor, gives an update on the current political turmoil in Haiti, where U.S. warships arrived along its coastline earlier this month, and the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s advocacy for the Caribbean nation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Gerald “Jerry” Austin, Rev. Jesse Jackson’s 1988 campaign manager, reflects on the civil rights leader’s political legacy and how he changed the Democratic Party. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Adrianne Shropshire, host of The BlackPack radio show on KBLA Talk 1580 and executive director of BlackPAC, shares her thoughts on how Rev. Jesse Jackson reshaped Black politics and other trending topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Daughter of Rev. Jesse Jackson, Santita Jackson, joins Tavis to share her reflections on her father's life and legacy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

Son of Rev. Jesse Jackson, radio show host and congressional candidate, Jesse Jackson Jr., speaks on the legacy of his father. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support .

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 .