First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

On this podcast Akili shares his experience in welcoming Amazon organizer and Freedom Flotilla member Chris Smalls back to the U.S. following his arrest and beating by Israeli the military. We also take a look back at Akili's decades of activism and electoral organizing with six U.S. Presidents and numerous community-based organizations including Black Lives Matter Grassroots. https://www.instagra...

Every day of the week has a special name and a target feature. (IE Talking Point Tuesday) Thursday alone is plain and generic. On this pod listeners weigh in on a name, a creative vibe and local and national issues through our YouTube comments section. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Attorney Cynthia McClain-Hill discusses citizens’ rights, ICE raid legalities, martial law, the rise of white grievances, and Trump raising havoc. What are we willing to accept? McClain-Hill is an active Attorney, former LADWP Board President, and Los Angeles Police Commissioner. http://instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en

Mayor Karen Bass on ICE raids, DEI, where cash assistance for immigrants is coming from, the World Cup, and Trump’s threat to send the military back to Los Angeles during the 2028 Olympics. Join us on this Wealth Building Wednesday with Michael Smith — LA native and owner of Inglewood’s very own Bayou Grille whose dishes bring a taste of Louisiana with the classic Creole cuisine. He has 27 years i...

Jasmyne, “Your politically pretty plug,” speaks out on the election-rigging scandal of former Compton Council candidate Jace Dawson who may go to trial this week, whether L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath is stealthily teeing up a run for LA Mayor and more. http://instagram.com/hellojasmyne/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/?hl=en

J. French is a rapper, producer, multi-instrumentalist and a member of the Recording Academy. He is one of three rap artists to give a Ted Talk and is the designer of a new clothing line called Umbrella by J. French. On this podcast he advocates to an end to all censorship, abolishing rap beef and he pushes back on commercialism in the music industry and beyond. https://jfrenchforever.com/ http://...

Fatima is Chair Emeritus of the California Progressive Caucus. She currently serves as legislative affairs manager and advocate for a nonprofit in Sacramento that focuses on advancing equitable environmental and democracy priorities through the state legislature. As an immigrant, educator, and mother to a son with special needs she is running for State Assembly in District 65 where she plans on ta...

The phone lines are open and the call outs and call ins are on! Have we recovered from CoVid? Why are club nights turning into shoot outs? Are we doing enough for our mental health? Should you join an organization or stay outside? And lots of other sh**. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Dr. Shalonda "Sunshine" Crawford is a licensed psychologist, an actress, a pastor, a first lady, an author and the host of The Dr. Sunshine Show on KBLA Talk 1580. On this podcast we explore her new text Employing Your Pain: Putting the Hurt to Work for You and applying it to our own lives in real time. https://www.instagram.com/thedrsunshine/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Meditation Instructor/Life Coach/Astrologer/Yoga Teacher Saharah Ali gets us read with Mindful Monday. Then we open up the phone lines to look at what's happening in Texas, how to handle gerrymandering, the political plight of Black women and the latest in Gaza. https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

KBLA Contributor LaMikia Castillo is an alumna and adjunct professor of the USC Sol Price School where she received dual master’s degrees in Public Policy and Urban Planning, and Certificates in Public Management and Political Management. She is an activist and a mother of three. On this pod Dominique and LaMika delve into the choices, challenges and trends in Southern California and national educ...

Serial entrepreneur, inventor, innovation maven, perpetual problem solver, and accomplished marketing executive Raquel Graham has an unwavering commitment to helping people make their lives better. This passion has inspired her inventions, propelled her award-winning entrepreneurial journey, and fueled her resilience and tenacity in the face of adversity She is the host of KBLA's new weekend show...

William A. (“Sandy”) Darity Jr. is the Samuel DuBois Cook Professor of Public Policy, African and African American Studies, and Economics and the director of the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity at Duke University. He recently accepted a position at Howard University. He is an economist, author and one of the nation's leading scholars on reparations. His latest book is "From Here to Equa...

Sherri Bell is a labor activist and KBLA contributor. On this pod Dominique and Sherri go hard on class struggle, the Epstein scandal, Cali governor's race, homelessness and why Kamal Harris should not run for president. https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Omar’s career is a testament to his enduring talent and influence. First gaining international attention via that signature hit, There’s Nothing Like This, which launched his series of standout solo albums, collaborations with both legendary artists like Stevie Wonder, Lamont Dozier, the late Angie Stone, Leon Ware, Robert Glasper and Erykah Badu through to the current crop of cutting-edge music m...

Dominique and live callers react to VP Kamala Harris's decision not to run for Governor of California and opine on whether she should run for President in 2028. Later in the podcast we are joined by KBLA National Political Director Dr. Nii Quartelai Quartey who weighs in on this and other breaking topics including Diddy's legal appeal, Trump's tariff deadline and what does a Democratic comeback ev...

The phone lines are heating up and the topics are fire: Who do you support for Governor of California now that Kamala Harris has decided not to? Should the Veep run for president? Is Chris Smalls really free? What's next for Palestine? https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Adrian L. Miller, CEO and Founder of Xyion Inc., is a luminary in the contemporary music industry, renowned for his strategic acumen and profound influence. With a career spanning over two decades, Miller has traversed every facet of the musical landscape, from radio disc jockey to executive producing, leaving an indelible mark at every turn. Raised in St. Louis’s Pruitt-Igoe projects, his journey...

On this podcast explore natural hair trends, methodology and the Nappywood conference where they thrive. Our guest is Regi Kimbell, curator of natural lifestyle experiences · founder, curator of lifestyle experiences, storyteller, director & cinematographer. Nappywood™️ is celebrating 10 years of bringing together Natural hair professionals, braiders, locticians, licensed cosmetologists, profe...

Janette Robinson-Flint is the Executive Director and founder of Black Women for Wellness, an organization committed to healing, educating, and supporting Black women. She is also a community professional at Charles Drew University, where she teaches public health professionals about reproductive justice and health policies. Women's Voices for the Earth. On this podcast we explore abortion rights,...

Join Dominique on a Talking point Tuesday as she covers the continuing Family First Protest over the weekend in Los Angeles and Riverside. Pushing back on the ''Big Beautiful Bill”. More on Trump and his attempt to persecute Oprah, Al Sharpton, and Beyoncé, and Kamala Harris for suspicion that they received funds for endorsing Kamala Harris. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Today’s podcast features two guests, Project 21 Ambassador Andre Barnes in the first half and US Senator Alex Padilla in the second half of this Talking Point Tuesday. Andre discusses immigration rights,Ice raids, and legislation. Stay tuned for the second half where US Senator Padilla recalls his experience at the DHS Press Conference and a deeper dive into his immigration bill. https://www.insta...

Join Dominique on a Talking point Tuesday as she covers the continuing Family First Protest over the weekend in Los Angeles and Riverside. Pushing back on the ''Big Beautiful Bill”. More on Trump and his attempt to persecute Oprah, Al Sharpton, and Beyoncé, and Kamala Harris for suspicion that they received funds for endorsing Kamala Harris. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Let’s talk about marriage, Dr. Gloria Morrow discusses the importance of communication, trust, forgiveness, and investigating oneself. As well as finances, interracial dating, and standards on a Black Marriage Monday. https://www.instagram.com/gloria.morrow/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On today’s podcast, Dominique discusses the Epstein files, Trump cheating in golf, and the dangers of erythritol. She also covers the tragic passing of 3-year-old Ke’Torrius Starkes in Birmingham, Alabama, after he was left in a car by a DHR contract worker. This podcast also includes Mindful Mondays with Saharah Ali, and her take on how we can lead with wisdom and not emotion during this Leo seas...