All Over the Place with Dara Starr Tucker

Send us Fan Mail Independent journalist Georgia Fort joins Dara Starr Tucker for a powerful conversation on the state of journalism, threats to press freedom, political violence, and the urgent fight to protect democracy. From her firsthand experience covering protests in Minneapolis and being targeted while reporting, to her perspective on the White House Correspondents’ Dinner security scare, Ge...

Send us Fan Mail Independent journalist Georgia Fort joins Dara Starr Tucker for a powerful conversation on the state of journalism, threats to press freedom, political violence, and the urgent fight to protect democracy. From her firsthand experience covering protests in Minneapolis and being targeted while reporting, to her perspective on the White House Correspondents’ Dinner security scare, Ge...

Send us Fan Mail Can social media reshape a political race? And what do voters really need to know before heading to the polls? In this episode, Dara Starr Tucker sits down with Arielle Fodor (Mrs. Frazzled), a former educator turned political commentator, to break down the rapidly evolving California gubernatorial race . They discuss: The current state of the race and who the strongest candidates...

Send us Fan Mail Can social media reshape a political race? And what do voters really need to know before heading to the polls? In this episode, Dara Starr Tucker sits down with Arielle Fodor (Mrs. Frazzled), a former educator turned political commentator, to break down the rapidly evolving California gubernatorial race. We discuss the current state of the race and who the strongest candidates are...

Send us Fan Mail All Over the Place closes out 2025 with a warm, wide-ranging wrap-up from Dara Starr Tucker and Greg Bryant. Dara reflects with gratitude on a dream year meeting three of her lifelong icons: India. Arie, Dick Van Dyke, and Stevie Wonder. Greg shares life adjustments on the West Coast, hitting the road with his band, Concurrence, and (as a broadcaster) interviewing many of today’s...

Send us Fan Mail You'll see a lot more of Greg Bryant going forward on the podcast. I think that will be a net positive for us all. We'll focus more on in-depth conversations around race, culture, politics, current events, and the arts. Much like we did at the start of the podcast.  If you've been rocking with us since those early days, thank you for being here. For access to the &q...

Send us Fan Mail Join me for a powerful conversation with writer, activist, and cultural critic Kevin Powell — one of the most influential voices on politics, hip-hop, and American power. We dig into the patterns of silence and dominance that shape our culture, the battle over the Epstein files, and what true accountability looks like in this moment. This is a deep, necessary talk about gender, po...

Send us Fan Mail What a morning on The Front Page with the brilliant and hilarious Raeshanda Lias in studio! Her mix of truth-telling, humor, and deep love for our community is exactly what keeps folks plugged in when the world feels heavy. We laughed, we learned, and we LEFT lifted.  Support the show Stay up to date with all things Dara Starr Tucker here: Dara Starr Tucker LinkTree Dara Starr Tuc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of All Over the Place, I sit down with human rights attorney and activist Qasim Rashid to unpack what Democrats really gained—or lost—from the 43-day government shutdown. We break down political strategy, party messaging, the Epstein files, and what’s next for democracy heading into 2026. Follow Qasim Rashid everywhere at:  @ qasimrashid Support the show Stay up to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dara sits down with political content creator Jessica Craven to unpack California’s Proposition 50 — a crucial redistricting measure aimed at protecting fair representation and voting rights in response to Trump-era power grabs. Together, they explore Jessica’s path to political activism, the stakes of Prop 50 for California’s future, and why engaged, informed vot...

Send us Fan Mail In part 2 of this episode, Dara sits down with political content creator Jessica Craven to unpack California’s Proposition 50 — a crucial redistricting measure aimed at protecting fair representation and voting rights in response to Trump-era power grabs. Together, they explore Jessica’s path to political activism, the stakes of Prop 50 for California’s future, and why engaged, in...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Zackory Kirk helps us understand why the government is shut down, and what's really at stake.  TikTok: TheZactivist IG: TheZactivist Twitter: ZackoryK YouTube:  @TheZactivist   Support the show Stay up to date with all things Dara Starr Tucker here: Dara Starr Tucker LinkTree Dara Starr Tucker TikTok Dara Starr Tucker Instagram Dara Starr Tucker YouTube Dara Starr Tucker...

Send us Fan Mail PT II of my conversation with Dr. Zackory Kirk who's helping us understand why the government is shut down, and what's really at stake. TikTok: TheZactivist IG: TheZactivist Twitter: ZackoryK YouTube:  @TheZactivist   Support the show Stay up to date with all things Dara Starr Tucker here: Dara Starr Tucker LinkTree Dara Starr Tucker TikTok Dara Starr Tucker Instagram Da...

Send us Fan Mail The Corporation for Public Broadcasting's funding has been cut by the Trump administration. This, of course, was laid out in Project 2025 by Russel Vought, one of its key architects. He's now the head of Trump's Office of Management and Budget. His office made the decision to retract already-allocated funds that were earmarked for CPB, which is why they're shut...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dara Starr Tucker for this intimate conversation where legendary gospel musician Fred Hammond recalls the early days of his career and ministry, and reflects on the place that worship music has had on his trajectory. This conversation originally aired on "The Front Page" on 102.3 FM, KJLH in Los Angeles.  Download the KJLH app here to listen to "The Front Page&...

Send us Fan Mail On this explosive Truth Tellers Takeover episode of The Front Page , MSNBC contributor, professor and political analyst Dr. Jason Johnson joins host Dara Starr Tucker to unpack the chaos unfolding across America—from ICE raids and the military occupation of Los Angeles, to the arrest of Senator Alex Padilla. Dr. Johnson doesn’t hold back, calling out creeping authoritarianism, dis...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m diving into the viral TikTok trend “Are Gingers Black?” with my brother-in-law of almost 30 years, CE Spaulding who is himself a "Ginger."  We talk about why some white redheads feel marginalized, why some are longing for an invitation to “the cookout,” and what it really means when white folks seek validation in Black spaces. CE brings his unique pe...

Send us Fan Mail Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer Kirk Whalum joins Dara Starr Tucker on All Over the Place for a heartfelt conversation about faith, music, and the soul of Black artistry. From his iconic solo on “I Will Always Love You” to his groundbreaking Gospel According to Jazz series, Whalum shares insights on legacy, creativity, and why love remains the driving force behind his work...

Send us Fan Mail Dara Starr Tucker sits down with Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Gregory Porter for an intimate conversation on music, memory, and meaning. Together, they explore the role of wisdom in his songwriting, the elders who shaped his path, and how music becomes a healing force in times of darkness. With warmth and depth, Porter reflects on legacy, spiritual grounding, and the power of lean...

Send us Fan Mail Angie Stone’s impact on music runs deep—from her early days with The Sequence, one of the first female hip hop groups, to her solo reign as a queen of Neo-Soul. This video explores the highs and lows of her career, her influence on R&B, and the personal struggles that shaped her artistry. Discover how Angie Stone helped define a sound, influenced a generation, and continues to...

Send us Fan Mail Is "All Over the Place" back? Well, it is -- for now. We'll be sharing some choice interviews here - mostly ones that are happening on Dara's new show on 102.3 FM, KJLH in Los Angeles called, "The Front Page." She occasionally has the opportunity to have nationally-recognized figures on the show, so she'll be sharing them to her podcast as often...

Send us Fan Mail We've been in Los Angeles less than two weeks, and we've found ourselves squarely in the middle of one the city's worst natural disasters. We recently did a live on Instagram updating my followers on how things are going. Thank you to those of you who have reached out to show your concern. Update: We're going to be in a hotel until Wednesday at the earliest bec...

Send us Fan Mail Elon Musk has long been celebrated as a tech visionary and entrepreneur, but his recent foray into American politics is raising serious questions—and red flags. With his growing influence over President-Elect Donald Trump and ensuing cabinet position, the stakes couldn’t be higher. In this episode, we take a hard look at: Musk’s background and the evolution of his public persona....

Send us Fan Mail The shocking murder of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione has sparked intense public debate—but what’s most startling is the widespread celebration of his death online. Why are so many Americans cheering this violent act? In this episode, we dive into the meaning behind the public's reaction. Is it a reflection of growing frustration with the healthcare sy...

Send us Fan Mail Few on the Left predicted the outcome of the 2024 Presidential Election—but today's guest, Qasim Rashid , did. In this episode, Qasim shares the moment when he realized the Democrats had given away their opportunity, he talks about the importance of local politics over the next four years, and we explore the disturbing trend of right-wing populism, around the globe.  Support...