Frontpage Tampa Bay with Ed Narain

Local architect and CEO Jerel McCants (JMA) discusses the remnants of separate and unequal in local buildings and his new book, The Architecture of Segregation: The Hierarchy of Spaces and Places. Plus, listener calls about home remedies and dreams interpretation.

Retired TPD Major Rocky Ratliff, Tampa native Howard Harris, and event planner D. Shennell Reed join the show to discuss the Tampa MLK Jr. Parade and graduate Greek life and listeners weigh-in on the story of an unwed mother being asked to confess her “sin” publicly to the church.

We kick off the New Year with mindset master teacher, motivational speaker, and human potential expander Bridgette Simmonds joining the show to talk about shifting your mindset to achieve your best life. We also are joined by Vibe on-air personality Anji Corley, St. Pete City Council member Corey Givens Jr., and NextStepp CEO Carole Alexander to discuss the NextStepp Center’s upcoming Gala.

How can you plan for financial success in the New Year? Dr. Gen Dobson (CEO, Degrees of Success) discusses strategies for folks with student loans, and what changes to expect in the upcoming administration and Dr. Renee Baker (CEO, RBI Group) talks obtaining good general financial health, economic empowerment, and living life authentically.

What are your favorite holiday songs? Why are Black people no longer getting married? We also get listener advice on how couples can make it to their 50th anniversary and beyond.

How can you plan for financial success in the New Year? Dr. Gen Dobson (CEO, Degrees of Success) discusses strategies for folks with student loans and what changes to expect in the upcoming administration. Dr. Renee Baker (CEO, RBI Group) talks about obtaining good general financial health, economic empowerment, and living life authentically. We also take your calls to hear about what's on your mi...

Educator, preservationist, outdoor enthusiast, and visiting professor at the University of Tampa, Dr. Hillary Van Dyke, joins the show to talk about why it's important for more Black folks to get outdoors, visit parks, and be authentic to themselves. The hosts also discuss how telling someone “I need to talk” can be triggering.

Preschard Williams, Regional Director of Prevention for CAN Community Health and Antonio Miles, a sexual health advocate with Evolve Tampa Bay join the show to discuss the importance of dispelling misinformation about HIV/AIDS, getting tested, and knowing your status. We also get insight on helping men find community and HIV/AIDS activism.

Best of replays with CDC of Tampa's Chief Strategy Officer Jeffrey Johnson who joins us to talk about the CDC of Tampa's work to help families and workers in our community. Also, the Tampa Bay Chamber’s VP of Economic Inclusion, Avril Stinson comes in to talk about the Chamber's Minority Business Accelerator Program and how it’s helping Black and Hispanic businesses.

Jill Smith, Senior Director, Global Alzheimer's Platform, Participant Services program and Dee Jones, Ph. D., are on the show to talk about Alzheimer's, its disproportional impact on the Black community, and what steps people can take to get help for themselves or a loved one. We also take calls about to hear what's the community is talking about.

Darrick Fullwood, CEO of AAA Builders and We Dream CDC, joins the show to talk about the Rock the Vote event at Perry Harvey Park. Also, the crew shares thoughts on the split being caused by politics in today’s church.

Lorielle J. Holloway, Founder and Creative Director of the Cultured Books Literacy Foundation, joins the show to talk about the St. Pete Reads Lit Fest. Gwen Henderson, owner of the Black English Bookstore also joins to discuss literacy in the Black community and why Black bookstores are needed. Plus, callers give their thoughts on friends asking for CashApp contributions on their birthdays.

CEO Carole Alexander and Vibe personality Anji Corley with Next Stepp join the show to discuss their upcoming gala and how Next Stepp supports families in the St. Petersburg community and Dr. Latamia White-Green from Tampa Family Health Centers, talks mental health post hurricane and helping children and adults with their overall well-being.

Rodney Ward with Claims Appraisal Services gives insight on navigating the insurance process after a natural disaster. Pinellas County Commissioner Rene Flowers, Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera, Lorena Hardwick, VP of External Affairs / Feeding Tampa Bay, and the Reverend Larry Roundtree join us to discuss recovery efforts, county assistance and helping Bay area residents after Hurricane Milton.

Members of the Tampa Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc break down what each of the amendments on your election ballot mean and attorneys Clinton Paris and John Monteiro explain what these changes could bring to our community.

Retired journalist Maryellen Gordon from the League of Women Voters St. Petersburg chapter, talks the importance and mechanics of voting and learning more about the candidates and issues on the ballot. We also discuss Hurricane Helene and the resources available to people impacted by the storm.

Dr. Tiffany Bell joins the show to discuss Suicide Awareness Month and the impact suicide has had on young Black men and women. Also "What's on your mind?"

Tampa Bay Real Estate Broker Tahisia Scantling joins the show to discuss growing up in St. Petersburg, her career path, raising an NFL Champion and what it takes to get ahead. Also, Attorney Josh Monteiro calls in to give his thoughts on interacting with law enforcement during a traffic stop.

In recognition of Sickle Cell Awareness Month, hematologist Dr. Leila Jerome Clay joins us to explain why the disease is something African Americans need to take seriously. Also, DJ Ekin sits down with Genesis Robinson, Executive Director of Equal Ground Florida to discuss why citizens need to vote in every election cycle.

Jeffrey Johnson, CDC of Tampa's Chief Strategy Officer, joins the show to talk about what the CDC is doing to help families and workers in our community. Avril Stinson, VP of Economic Inclusion Tampa Bay Chamber's VP of Economic Inclusion, comes in to talk about its world-renowned Minority Business Accelerator program and how it's helping Black and Hispanic businesses here in Tampa Bay.

Nicole Travis, CEO of URP Advisors to learn about her history of revitalizing and developing communities in Lakeland and Tampa. St. Petersburg native and music industry executive, Jamison Antoine joins us to talk about his soon to be released music documentary "The Risk Takers".

Camille Adrienne Washington, CEO of Smudged Life Energy Wellness, joins the show to discuss Black Business Month and the upcoming B.I.G. Festival. and we have a candid discussion with listeners about the behavior of drivers in school car lines.

Ricky Brancato, Assistant Public Defender 13th Judicial circuit, joins the show to talk about why proper representation in court is important. Former Democratic Black Caucus Chairperson, Lydia Hudson called in to discuss what it means to be a delegate for the historic, upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago. DJ Ekin (Dir of Community Engagement / 101.5 The VIBE and Hillsborough County...

Cathy Grant, VP Chief DEI Officer, Moffitt Cancer Center talks open jobs at Moffitt. Brian Butler (CEO, Vistra Communications) shares his career path and the founding of his company Vistra Communications. Plus, we open the phone lines to get your thoughts on Trump at the NABJ Conference.

Candy Lowe, owner of the Black Business Bus Tour, calls in to talk about Tea and Conversation and the inaugural Black Business Hall of Fame. Also, Kristin Boner, Founder and CEO of the Boner Firm, joins the show to discuss what it’s like to be a Black woman working in politics and what the historic candidacy of Kamala Harris means for African Americans and the political landscape.