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First Things First With Dominique DiPrimaSkip navigation kbla Create 9+ Avatar image Spiritual Insights for the New Year with Saharah Ali (Plus Marco Rubio's Horoscope)Astrologer, Numerologist and Meditation Instructor Saharah Ali joins the podcast for a look at the year ahead, readings for members of our KBLA delegation and an astrological look at Secretary of State Marco Rubio as he pursues his lifelong mission of revenge against Cuba.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://saharahali.com/
2026-01-0642 minFirst Things First With Dominique DiPrimaThe Edison Files: Tavis Smiley and James Farr Bring Receipts on the Southern California DisputeOn this podcast Tavis Smiley and James Farr join Dominique to share the evidence regarding Southern California Edison's sudden withdrawal from our planned Altadena/Eaton Canyon Fire Town Hall Meeting. They also share the receipts on the gaslighting that SCE has done in its crisis PR campaign smear tactics against KBLA Talk 1580. You can see the receipts on all of the KBLA socials and on the KBLA1580 website. Tavis Smiley is an author, an iconic broadcaster and an activist. James Farr is a KBLA weekend host and a writer for the LA Progressive.https://kbla1580.com/ https...
2025-11-1842 minFirst Things First With Dominique DiPrimaHow to Go to Africa with Dominique, KBLA and African Focus Inc with Uchenna Nworgu + Open PhonesUchenna Nworgu is the co-founder of African Focus, Inc the non-profit organization that teams up with radio station KBLA 1580 every year to take a trip Africa.https://www.africanfocus.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
2025-11-1841 min
KBLA's Lyric LoungeOutkast Stankonia 25th AnniversaryKBLA’s Lyric Lounge Presents: OutKast’s Stankonia — 25th Anniversary Celebration 🚂Now streaming! We’re celebrating 25 years of Stankonia, the album that redefined hip-hop and funk forever.🎤 Ural dives into “Slum Beautiful”🎤 Teal breaks down “Humble Mumble”🎤 Tosha unpacks “I’ll Call Before I Come”From wild wordplay to Southern-fried soul, this one’s a deep dive into the genius of André 3000 and Big Boi.🎙️ Listen now on KBLA 1580 AM, or stream the full episode on all digital platforms.📲 Download the KBLA app to catch every Lyric Lounge episode.💌 Got a track you’d like dissec...
2025-11-1140 min
Conversation Live: Altadena Rising with James FarrKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part Two)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In Part Two of this conversation, Tavis Smiley, Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host of KBLA Talk 1580, and KBLA host James Farr lead an Altadena Town Hall on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Martin Gordon, Chair of the Pasadena Community Coalition; Jacque Robinson-Bailey, Former Pasadena Vice Mayor; Toni Bailey-Raines, Community Organizer and host of Altadena Talks; and Dr. William...
2025-11-1040 minConversation Live: Altadena Rising with James FarrKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part One)s SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In part one in this town hall conversation, KBLA Talk 1580’s Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host, Tavis Smiley, along with KBLA host James Farr, lead an important discussion in Altadena on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Dr. Echelle Williams, MFL, Brandon Lamar (President, Pasadena NAACP), and Zaire Calvin, High School Football Coach.If you or someone yo...
2025-11-1059 min
A More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part Two)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In Part Two of this conversation, Tavis Smiley, Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host of KBLA Talk 1580, and KBLA host James Farr lead an Altadena Town Hall on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Martin Gordon, Chair of the Pasadena Community Coalition; Jacque Robinson-Bailey, Former Pasadena Vice Mayor; Toni Bailey-Raines, Community Organizer and host of Altadena Talks; and Dr. William...
2025-11-1040 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part One)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In part one in this town hall conversation, KBLA Talk 1580’s Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host, Tavis Smiley, along with KBLA host James Farr, lead an important discussion in Altadena on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Dr. Echelle Williams, MFL, Brandon Lamar (President, Pasadena NAACP), and Zaire Calvin, High School Football Coach.If you or someone yo...
2025-11-1059 minFirst Things First With Dominique DiPrimaKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part Two)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In Part Two of this conversation, Tavis Smiley, Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host of KBLA Talk 1580, and KBLA host James Farr lead an Altadena Town Hall on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Martin Gordon, Chair of the Pasadena Community Coalition; Jacque Robinson-Bailey, Former Pasadena Vice Mayor; Toni Bailey-Raines, Community Organizer and host of Altadena Talks; and Dr. William...
2025-11-1040 minFirst Things First With Dominique DiPrimaKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part One)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In part one in this town hall conversation, KBLA Talk 1580’s Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host, Tavis Smiley, along with KBLA host James Farr, lead an important discussion in Altadena on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Dr. Echelle Williams, MFL, Brandon Lamar (President, Pasadena NAACP), and Zaire Calvin, High School Football Coach.If you or someone yo...
2025-11-1059 min
Tavis SmileyKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part Two)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In Part Two of this conversation, Tavis Smiley, Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host of KBLA Talk 1580, and KBLA host James Farr lead an Altadena Town Hall on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Martin Gordon, Chair of the Pasadena Community Coalition; Jacque Robinson-Bailey, Former Pasadena Vice Mayor; Toni Bailey-Raines, Community Organizer and host of Altadena Talks; and Dr. William...
2025-11-1040 minTavis SmileyKBLA’s Altadena Rising Town Hall: Understanding the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Fund (Part One)Is SoCal Edison’s “Fast Pay” Program Truly Fast and Fair?In part one in this town hall conversation, KBLA Talk 1580’s Chief Visionary Officer and flagship host, Tavis Smiley, along with KBLA host James Farr, lead an important discussion in Altadena on Thursday, November 6, 2025, where fire survivors are still left without answers to critical questions about SCE’s settlement fund.Tavis and James are joined by fire victims, community leaders, and advocates, including panelists Dr. Echelle Williams, MFL, Brandon Lamar (President, Pasadena NAACP), and Zaire Calvin, High School Football Coach.If you or someone yo...
2025-11-1059 minFirst Things First With Dominique DiPrimaSaharah Ali on Divine Wholeness + Introducing the KBLA 1580 Health and Wellness Hub with Gary BembridgeIt's a Mindful Monday and Meditation Instructor and Sound Bath Specialist Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation, affirmation and shares the astrological and energetic moment. Next up KBLA Chief Revenue Officer Gary Bembridge unveils the brand new KBLA 1580 Health and Wellness hub and shares how it could benefit you.https://saharahali.com/ https://kbla1580.com/kbla-black-health-wellness/
2025-09-1541 minFirst Things First With Dominique DiPrimaAre We Living In An Anti-Intellectual Time? #Think Tank ThursdayWhen our KBLA fam speaks we listen. So, when Kuahmel (Longtime KBLA supporter, poet & author) felt our Thursday’s needed a name, so we went straight to our KBLA delegation in search of a name. It’s time to celebrate, welcome to our first official Think Tank Thursday! Kuahmel is live in the studio talking all things empowerment, education, and action. As well as his upcoming Poetry Potluck on 8/31 at Balboa Park from 12-6. Later in the podcast we open up the phones and Dominique updates on headlines including the gerrymandering arms race heating up in Cali.https://www...
2025-08-2234 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiMen's Preventative Health Expert on New Book & So Called "Big Beautiful Bill"In our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by KBLA Medical Contributor Dr. Leo Moore to talk about his new book "The Men's Preventative Health Guide: What to Check, When to Check It, and Why It Matters." Later we talk about what's at stake for Medicaid recipients in the latest iteration of Congressional Republicans so called "Big Beautiful Bill."Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-06-1742 minTavis SmileyKBLA Talk 1580 Live Special: Trump Deploys Troops To LA (Part 3)In the final installment of this special KBLA Talk 1580 Live series, Tavis Smiley and his guests explore the long-term consequences of the troop deployment to LA and examine what’s next for local leadership, public safety, and civic response.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
2025-06-1658 minTavis SmileyKBLA Talk 1580 Live Special: Trump Deploys Troops To LA (Part 2)Tavis Smiley continues the conversation in Part 2 of this KBLA Talk 1580 Live series, diving deeper into the aftermath of Trump’s decision to send troops to LA. The panel reflects on community reactions, media narratives, and what this means for the city.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
2025-06-1657 minTavis SmileyKBLA Talk 1580 Live Special: Trump Deploys Troops To LA (Part 1)In this special live broadcast on KBLA Talk 1580, Tavis Smiley breaks down Trump’s controversial decision to deploy troops to Los Angeles. Joined by colleagues and experts, the conversation unpacks the political and social implications of this move.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
2025-06-1657 min
RSVP with Jill MunroeSnoop Responds To Trump Inauguration Backlash | Cassie Back On The Stand | Halle Bailey & DDG Custody BattleTonight on KBLA Talk 1580, we’re breaking down the hottest topics shaking up the culture. First, Snoop Dogg is speaking out about the backlash he faced for DJing at Trump’s inauguration weekend. He’s defending his decades of community work over a 30-minute gig—are we giving him a pass? Then, Day 3 of Diddy’s federal trial explodes with more shocking details from Cassie. We break down her testimony. Next, Halle Bailey’s court battle with DDG is heating up. Halle is requesting sole legal and physical custody of their son, Halo, alleging violent behavior and emotional manipulation. We’ve got the ful...
2025-05-1539 minRSVP with Jill MunroeJennifer Williams Claims Evelyn Lozada Has Issues With Black Women? Diddy Trial Day 2, Omarion's Bold ClaimTonight on KBLA Talk 1580, we’re diving deep into the latest bombshells shaking up the culture. First, is Evelyn Lozada's long-rumored issue with Black women finally catching up to her? We break down Jennifer Williams shocking comment. Then, Day 2 of Diddy's federal trial brings Cassie Ventura to the stand, and let's just say her testimony is raising more questions than answers. Was she really forced, or did she tolerate the lifestyle for other reasons? We’ve got the details. Next, Omarion makes a bold statement claiming only he, Michael Jackson, and Beyoncé are true legends—are we buying it?
2025-05-1538 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiTwo Frontline Leaders Making Second Chances Possible with New TechnologyIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Antonio Sadler and Jesse Aubrey to celebrate Second Chances Month by learning about how their work at ViaPath Technologies is making a difference in the lives of incarcerated people and their families.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-04-1641 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiRead with Black Men: Unpacking Ideological Feud Between Kennedy & KingDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "Of Kennedy & King" Author Dr. Robert Carpenter to talk about his pulse-pounding historical thriller set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1960s America. Listen to how surviving his near-fatal hit-and-run inspired him to write this novel.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-04-1633 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiHIV to Asthma: Unleashing Power of Self-Discovery and Community EducationIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "Faithful and Forgotten: Navigating Race, Sexuality, and Belonging in the Black Church" Author Dr. Donta Morrison. We talk about the struggles of protecting and preserving decades of progress in the face of potential cuts to Medicaid and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Later we talk to Amgen Senior Medical Science Liaison Dr. Reema Dirks about tips, tools, and resources to help folks in our communities develop an Asthma action plan to combat the poor health outcomes we're seeing among Black Americans.Download the KBLA app to listen...
2025-03-2641 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiDefending LGBTQ+ Rights in Small Town America + BeyondDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Former Obama White House Political Appointee and PFLAG National CEO Brian Bond to talk about how the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them is growing at lightning speed in small town America. Listen to us go beyond the days trending headlines.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2642 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiExploring the Link Between Racial Justice and Gun ViolenceIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Brady Senior Policy Counsel and nationally recognized expect on connection between racial justice and gun violence - Kelly Sampson.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2641 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiReporters Roundtable, Plus 411 on Trump Education Dept. ShutdownDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by award winning journalist, cultural commentator, and National Association of Black Journalist Los Angeles President Shar Jossell to unpack some of the weeks trending headlines. Later, I'm joined by Columbia University Professor Dr. Jonathan Collins to separate fact from fiction on President Trump's Executive Order dismantling the U.S. Department of Education.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2642 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiA Transformative Black "Eat, Pray, Love" StoryIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "A Glorious Arising: A Journey to the Remembrance of Me" Author Kiana Webb talks about her transformative Black "Eat, Pray, Love" experience, how she created a new normal, and what's possible on the other side of fear.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2642 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiBilingual Children Book Author's Lessons On and Off the PageDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "My Mother Is A Superhero" bilingual children's book author CJ Charles to talk about her publishing journey, lessons in entrepreneurship, and what inspired her to partner with Malik Books to launch Black Children Book Week.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2634 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiLate Show with Stephen Colbert Writer on American ImmigrationIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "America Let Me In: A Choose Your Own Immigration" Author Felipe Torres Medina. Listen to the comedian and "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" writer share his story and attempt to find the funny in what some call a broken immigration system.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2641 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiKathy Griffin on Trump and Life on PTSD ListDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by comedian Kathy Griffin who talks about President Trump's return to the White House and her return to the stage on her "My Life on the PTSD List" tour. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-2643 minConversation Live: Altadena Rising with James FarrThe Show of Record Chronicling a Community’s Fight for JusticeWhat happens when a fire doesn’t just destroy homes—but threatens to erase a community’s history?On January 7, the Eaton Canyon fire tore through Altadena’s historic Black neighborhood, reducing 80% of Black-owned homes to ash and causing financial losses that could climb into the billions. But beyond the devastation lies a more profound crisis: Was this disaster preventable? And will justice ever come for those left to rebuild from nothing?KBLA TALK 1580’s Conversation Live: Altadena Rising is the show of record, chronicling this tragedy for the nation over the next 52 weeks. Host and journalist...
2025-03-2244 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiBlack Veterans Deserve Better & Black Pain MattersIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Black Veterans Project Co-Founder & Co-CEO Richard Brookshire to talk about ProPublica report on how "The Office That Investigates Disparities in Veterans' Care Is Being Liquidated" and more. Later we talk to Psychotherapist Rod Warner about his insights gleaned from his Texas-based practice focused on Black couples, Black men, and Black women. If you appreciate "The Five Love Languages" by Gary Chapman, listen to Rod put us on to Dr. Moses Chism's "Six Pain Languages."Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast...
2025-03-1841 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiHaitian Immigrants, TPS Uncertainty & SXSW Docu Creating BuzzDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Founder of the Haitian Women's Collective Carine Jocelyn to talk about Haitian immigrants grappling with uncertainty as end of Temporary Protective Status (TPS) looms. Later, we talk with "Night Fight" Director & Tufts University Professor Khary Saeed Jones about documenting his experience running from a racist vigilante in rural parts of Canada. His new film is creating buzz at SXSW and we can understand why.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and...
2025-03-1843 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiDetroit Native Turned Hollywood Film Director on Emerging LegacyIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "One of Them Days" Film Director Lawrence Lamont to talk about the success of the film, lessons in building an enduring legacy in Hollywood, and more.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-1441 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiIKYMI Award-Winning Podcast and BET+ Original Film Shaping the CultureDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Social Media Strategist and "Bearily Bear" Podcaster top talk about how she's diversifying storytelling for young people, while leaning into the promise of artificial intelligence. Later I'm joined by Dwen Curry, Executive Producer of "Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story" on BET+. She talks about what it means to share her story on BET+ platform in a time such as this, offers her take on Rep. Sarah McBride being misgendered on Capitol Hill, and more.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered...
2025-03-1441 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiSpilling the Tea on Community Investment Round with Spill App Co-FounderIn our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Spill App Co-Founder Alphonzo Terrell to talk about the next demonstration of growth for the game changing visual conversation app committed to being a safe space from hate speech and white supremacy. Learn about rare opportunity to invest in the next iteration of this platform and get Alphonso's take on relevant trending headlines of the day.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got...
2025-03-1342 minA More Perfect Union with Nii-QuartelaiPoetic Journey from Drug Trafficking Expert to Fiction WriterDr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by "Sylvie's Love & Loss" Author Dr. Ivelaw Griffith to talk about his journey from drug trafficking scholar practitioner to fiction writer, plus listen to why he believes America's emerging immigration policy is a pretext to prevent the inevitable demographic shift across America.Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!
2025-03-1338 min