The Scoop with Tanya Flanagan

Tanya Flanagan hosts a discussion on public health, featuring Alisa Howard and Jackie Brown. Alisa, founder of Minority Health Consultants, discusses her 13-year career in public health, focusing on infectious and chronic diseases, and her recent work on maternal health in Nevada. Jackie, a public health consultant, highlights her background in nutrition and fitness, emphasizing the impact of envi...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" and celebrates Juneteenth, highlighting local activities. She interviews Nina Bailey, Miss Nevada Corporate America 2026, about her journey and platform. Nina, a social impact investor, repurposes properties to support nonprofits and housing for those reentering society. Her platform, Impact First, focuses on infrastructure, mindset, partnerships, access, capacity,...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with guest Dr. Toni Bond, discussing the impact of life's seasons on personal growth. Dr. Bond, a newly ordained minister and reproductive justice advocate, reflects on her journey through seasons of life, using metaphors like sowing in spring and harvesting in summer. They explore the concept of seasons as temporary yet transformative phases, emphasizing the impor...

Tanya Flanagan hosts a discussion with Assembly Member David Orentlicher, who represents District 20 in Nevada. Orentlicher, a former doctor, discusses his transition to health policy due to systemic issues in healthcare, such as uninsurance and social determinants of health. He emphasizes the need for preventive measures, particularly reducing smoking rates, which are high in Nevada. Orentlicher...

Tanya Flanagan hosts a talk show where she discusses life, joy, and trending topics. In this episode, she interviews Kamilah Bywaters, a candidate for Assembly District Two in Nevada. Bywaters shares her background, including her father's influence as a special education teacher, her education journey from Howard University, and her work in education advocacy. She discusses the challenges faced by...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with Dr. Elizabeth Glover, a sociologist and community advocate. Dr. Glover discusses her journey, including her early passion for justice and her educational path. She highlights her work with the NAACP, youth advocacy, healthcare, and housing initiatives, particularly for women and minorities. Dr. Glover also introduces the concept of the Black Selfie Museum, set...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with guest Assembly Member Tracy Brown-May of District 42. Tracy shares her journey from 25 years in disability services to her legislative role, emphasizing incremental change and community engagement. She discusses her district's diverse demographics and legislative priorities, including energy cost refunds, school bus stop arm laws, and bicycle safety. Tracy hig...

Tanya Flanagan hosts a special Women's History Month episode of "The Scoop" featuring former Clark County Commissioner and Nevada state legislator Chris Giunchigliani and Dr. Toni Bond. Dr. Bond discusses her pivotal moment in 1994 when she coined the term "reproductive justice" and her work in ethics. Giunchigliani shares his journey from volunteering at a rape crisis center to becoming a special...

Tanya Flanagan hosts a discussion on Women's History Month, featuring Tya Mathis-Coleman, a board member for the American Cancer Society, and Latoschka Nether, a grassroots advocacy manager. They discuss the "Voices of Black Women" study, which aims to recruit 100,000 African American women aged 25-55 who have never been diagnosed with cancer. The study, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, s...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with Assemblywoman Natha Anderson, highlighting her role in the 83rd legislative session and her background as an educator and legislator. Anderson represents District 30 in Northern Nevada, focusing on education, Native American tuition waivers, food insecurity, water issues, and property tax reform. She emphasizes the importance of community, diversity, and long-...

Tanya Flanagan welcomes Dr. Christie Means, a clinical pharmacist, to discuss medication therapy management (MTM). Dr. Means explains her career path and the importance of MTM, which helps patients understand their medications better. They also discuss the Black Family Wellness Expo, hosted by the Las Vegas chapter of The Links Incorporated, on March 14, 2026, at Charles I West Preparatory Academy...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with Nevada State Assembly Member Venicia Considine, District 18. Considine discusses her background, including her legal career at the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, and her legislative roles, including chairing government affairs and serving on natural resources and revenue committees. They delve into water rights, particularly the challenges of water alloc...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with Nevada State Assembly Member Jovan Jackson, representing District Six. They discuss the 83rd and 36th special sessions, highlighting key legislative achievements such as criminal justice reform and workforce development for wildlife firefighters. Jackson emphasizes the importance of community engagement, particularly on issues like ICE and immigration, and aff...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with guest Shawn-tá Mitchell, discussing the NFL playoffs and Super Bowl 60. They highlight the LA Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos vs. New England Patriots games. Shawn-tá introduces the Las Vegas Black Ladies of Football, a group she founded in February 2025, which has grown from 20 to 330 members. The group organizes football clinics, watch parties,...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with guest Kaylah Maese from the ACLU Nevada office. They discuss the recent rise in ICE incidents and their impact on communities, particularly in Nevada. Kaylah highlights the fear and avoidance affecting daily life, including school attendance and economic activities. They emphasize the ACLU's role in advocating for constitutional rights, systemic litigation, an...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with Dr. Toni Bond, discussing the challenges and importance of reproductive justice and black maternal health. Dr. Bond, a professor of ethics and activist, highlights the historical and ongoing issues black women face in healthcare, including assumptions about their health and pain management. She emphasizes the need for black women to be informed about their bod...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with guest Cameron "CH" Miller, CEO of the Las Vegas Urban Chamber. They discuss the challenges and resilience of small businesses in 2025, emphasizing adaptability and leveraging resources. Miller highlights the Urban Chamber's initiatives, including a new digital infrastructure, a community calendar app, and an AI-powered Small Business Academy. He also touches o...

The Scoop with Tanya Flanagan focused on financial planning and affordability issues. Jason Baucom, a financial planner with a master's degree in personal financial planning and various certifications, discussed the importance of auditing expenses, categorizing them into needs, wants, and savings, and using the 50/30/20 budget rule. He emphasized the significance of emergency funds, tackling high-...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with special guest Heather Bruton, a stage four cancer survivor and activist. Heather shares her journey, including her diagnosis of Burkitt lymphoma and the subsequent diffuse large B cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. She recounts how Tanya's encouragement during her cancer treatment helped her embrace her appearance and maintain hope. Heather also discusses her roles...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop," discussing Thanksgiving's impact and the Black Leadership Collective's mission. Dr. Elizabeth Glover explains the Collective's formation to address community concerns and foster solidarity among various black organizations. They emphasize the importance of voting and engaging youth. The Collective's initiatives include a national blackout on Black Friday and Cyber...

Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" with Kema Ogden, discussing community advocacy and her Ogden Family Foundation. Kema, an executive board member of the Urban Chamber of Commerce and founder of the foundation since 2007, focuses on health and wellness, particularly supporting families affected by cancer. She recently battled and survived stage two, grade three invasive DCIS breast cancer. Kema emph...

Tanya Flanagan hosts a panel discussion on breast cancer awareness, featuring black women who have experienced the disease. Judge Belinda T. Harris, a multiple breast cancer survivor, shares her journey, including her diagnosis at age 36 and the challenges of balancing her legal career with treatment. Jacobi Clarke, diagnosed at 27 with stage 3B invasive ductal carcinoma, discusses her aggressive...

The Scoop with Tanya Flanagan focused on the importance of advocacy in the nonprofit space, particularly during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Guests included Tammy Moyle, a breast cancer survivor and advocate for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Amanda McWilliams, a lead legislative ambassador, and Latoschka Nether, the senior grassroots advocacy manager for Nevada. They discuss...

Congressman Steven Horsford discussed the ongoing government shutdown, its impact on federal employees, and the broader implications for healthcare and social services. He highlighted the effects of proposed healthcare cuts, including a $104,000 reduction in Nevada Health Link and $200,000 cuts to Medicaid, affecting 500,000 families. Horsford also addressed the $100 billion cut to the Nutrition A...

Tanya Flanagan, a three-time breast cancer survivor, hosts a show to raise awareness about breast cancer during October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. She discusses the importance of early detection with Angie Doyle and Gabby Sandoval, senior development managers at the American Cancer Society. They highlight the upcoming Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on October 19 at Red Roc...