First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

(Airdate 1/2/25) Rev. Greta Sesheta is the founder of the Seven Pointed Star Ministry after spending 28 years as Assistant Pastor at Agape Church.  Sesheta was an ancient Egyptian goddess of writing and record-keeping and in that spirit Rev Greta calls herself a storytelling Minister spreading her teachings through sermons, sonnets, poems and essays. https://revgreta.com/ https://www.dominiquedipr...

(Airdate 1/2/25) Miles and Dominique kick off the first podcast of the year looking back at what we loved from 2024 and where we are going in 2025. Godly guidance, gal setting, resolutions, optimism, motivation, inspiration and creativity are all on the agenda. From Simone Biles to Kendrick Lamar we revel in the highlights and imagine great things to come. https://www.mileslowmusic.com/ https://ww...

(Airdate 12/30/24) Sharon Kyle, JD is a former President of the Guild Law School and is the publisher and co-founder of the LA Progressive. Ms. Kyle sits on several boards including the Board of Directors of the ACLU. On this podcast we cover the life and accomplishments of President Jimmy Carter and the glory and grandiosity the shortfalls and shame of presidential legacies.  https://www.laprogre...

(Airdate 12/30/24) It's a Mindful Monday with meditation instructor, sound healer, yoga teacher, astrologer and life coach Saharah Ali leads us in a guided meditation, affirmation and intention-setting for 2025 and beyond. In the second half of the hour we open the phone lines and take on global and take on national hot topics. https://saharahali.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

(Airdate 12/30/24) James Farr is a journalist writing for The Los Angeles Progressive and a KBLA contributor. On this podcast Dominique & James look at the most memorable moments of 2024 and unpack breaking news and hard hitting headlines from Beyonce's halftime performance to the police killing of Robert Brooks.  https://jamesfarrlive.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

(Airdate 11/14/24) Dr. Gerald Horne holds the Moores Professorship of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston. He is the author of over 100 books and scholarly articles. He received a PhD in History from Columbia University, a J.D. from UC Berkeley and a B.A. from Princeton. https://books.google.com/books/about/... https://www.intpubnyc.com/browse/arme... https://www.domi...

(Airdate 12/2/24) KBLA Contributor and ES Advisors President Ed Sanders joins Dominique for a lively podcast tackling everything from the LAUSD's new success numbers to President Biden's pardon of his son Hunter. Twitter: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio ‪@KBLA1580‬

Aired on 11/25/24

Aired on 11/25/24

(Airdate 11/20/24) Mike Bonin served on the Los Angeles City Council from 2013-2022. He hosts "What's Next, Los Angeles", a podcast about current affairs in Southern California, and writes about economic, social and racial justice in Southern California. On this podcast we look at progressive wins in political offices and policy positions - what Mr. Bonin calls a silver lining in the 2024 election...

(Airdate 11/19/24) Professor James Lance Taylor is author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama. He is a former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS), an important organization of African American, African, and Afro Caribbean political scientists in the United States, 2009-2011. He is a professor at the University o...

(Airdate 11/18/24) KBLA Contributor James Farr writes for the L.A. Progressive and hosts the podcast The Conversation Live. On this podcast Dominique and James go ham - did Jake Paul pay Tyson to throw the fight? What does Nathan Hochman's aggressive conservative rhetoric mean for Black Angelenos? Is the Swat Mafia an LAPD gang? What happens next when Nazis are feeling emboldened? https://jamesfar...

(Airdate 11/13/24) Bishop Sherman Manning was called into ministry at age 8, licensed to preach at 13 and ordained at 17. Later he went to prison where he studied God and himself. In 2016 he organized the Yes, We Can Worship Center. On this podcast he speaks on his new Black and Jewish alliance in Los Angeles and hsi quest to build tiny homes for the unhoused. https://yeswecanworshipcenter.org/ ht...

(Airdate 11/4/24) KBLA Contributor and LA Progressive Reporter James Farr goes over his personal ballot with you - as Dominique chimes in with color commentary. https://jamesfarrlive.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://kbla1580.com/

(Airdate 11/1/24) Ed Sanders is a KBLA Contributor and the President of ES Advisors Group a public affairs consultancy with over 20 years of experience implementing public policy, advising electoral campaigns and directing community based and business growth initiatives. On this podcast Dominique and Ed speed through the LA City/County Ballot sharing quick notes and strong opinions to help you mak...

(Airdate 10/31/24) Sharon Kyle is the publisher and editor of the LA Progressive a daily online publication. She is the former president of the Guild Law School and a member of the Board of Directors for the ACLU and is on the editorial board of the BlackCOmmentator.com. https://www.laprogressive.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://kbla1580.com/

(Airdate 10/29/24) The phone lines are hot with one week until Election Day 2024. We focus on how to make a voting plan, why it's important and the reasons and strategies for our victory. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradi...

(Airdate 10/28/24) James Farr is a print journalist who writes for the L.A. Progressive. He hosts the podcast "The Conversation Live'" and is a contributor for KBLA Talk 1580 radio. On this podcast Dominique and James go toe-to-toe on third party politics, Kamala Harris, fascism and more. https://jamesfarrlive.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://kbla1580.com/

(Airdate 10/25/24) LA County District Attorney George Gascon joins us in the studio along with one of the more outspoken members of his Black Advisory Committee - Gen Z Journalist Jasmyne Cannick. On this podcast we look at the impact of the advisory committees on policies and practices within the DA's office and the impact on justice for Black Los Angeles. The community is invited to a convening...

(Airdate 10/24/24) Dominique takes on the endless talking points and early morning trolls of election season. BLM Los Angeles Organizer Sheila Bates goes over the BLMLA Election Slate of recommendations. https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangel... https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradi...

(Airdate 10/23/24) The phone lines are open for election conversation...Why is the LA Times not making an endorsement in the presidential election? How fast will Rudy Giuliani have to turn over all of his money to two poll workers? What happens if Trump wins? Or loses? And more..

(Airdate 10/22/24) Dr. Melina Abdullah is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and the Lead Organizer for Black Lives Matter Los Angeles. On this podcast she shares the history of 10/22 they Day of Action Against Police Brutality and its urgency given the proliferation of "cop cities' across the country. https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroo... https://www.instagram.com/blmlosangel... htt...

(Airdate 10/21/24) The phones are lit and the conversation is free flowing. Is Elon Musk's million dollar give away illegal? What are the reasons to vote for Harris (rather than against Trump)? https://kbla1580.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

(Airdate 10/21/24) Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning Generation X journalist, and a Democratic Strategist. On this podcast Dominique & Jasmyne share their views and their logic on some candidates and key election issues. https://iamjasmyne.com/ https://kbla1580.com/

Airdate 10/17/24) With over 30 years of public service experience, Michelle Chambers has dedicated her career to creating positive change for our communities. As a City Councilmember, Michelle fought for workers’ rights, better city services, higher wages, safer neighborhoods, and more affordable communities. As an aide to Janice Hahn in Congress, she helped deliver federal services and resources...