First Things First With Dominique DiPrima
Weekdays 6AM-9AM, the KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective. The show features newsmakers and unconventional voices you likely won't hear anywhere else on LA talk radio. It is helmed by one of the most trusted voices in local community advocacy.
Episodes
Michael D. McCarty Internationally acclaimed storyteller
Michael D. McCarty Internationally acclaimed storyteller, former Black Panther presents African American and International folktales, historical tales, stories of science, spiritual stories as well as stories of the brilliant and absolutely absurd things he has done in his life. His stories inform, educate, inspire, and amuse. He breaks down on today's pod the demoniacs of reading books and the fu
Sharon Kyle Racial Relations and Humanitarian Rights in America
Sharon Kyle is the publisher of LA Progressive, a digital magazine that reaches over 2 million readers annually and covers a wide array of social justice issues, including civil liberties, civil rights, immigration, education, racism, and health care. She elaborates on her writings and articles, which polishes the subject of race, racial exclusion, Black and White racial Relations, and racial viol
Tim Kornegay The War ON Voting Rights with Dominique DiPrima
Tim Kornegay Director of Operations at Urban Alchemy LA. Unhoused, CVI specialist, organizer, and justice reform advocate dedicated to reducing violence, expanding reentry pathways, and empowering system-impacted communities. On this pod he breaks down the current state of mass incarceration voting restrictions, the state of voting rights protections within the community, politicians' responsibili
The War on Journalism with NABJ LA President Shar Jossell
Shar Jossell is an award‑winning journalist, culture critic, and media personality whose career spans broadcast, print, and digital platforms. She is best known for her work in entertainment, pop culture, gender, politics, and race, and for her role as President of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJLA). On this pod she breaks down the current state of jo
Why Are Parts of Nolan Wells Body Missing? + How to Shop Verified Black-Owned
#wealthbuilding On this pod we delve into how to shop verified Black-owned businesses and why it's important. We look at the revelations from Ben Crump's press conference following the independent autopsy for Nolan Wells and what it tells us about the case, and we put a progressive lens on other national and international headlines.https://verifiedblackowned.org/
What is Time, Place and Manner? And Why Are Universities Using it to Punish Student Activists?
On this podcast we break down Time, Place and Manner restrictions around campus activism and how they are harming Black students in particular and how they can be dismantled. We are joined by SFSU student activist Mikaela Ellis, a member of the BLM Youth Vanguard and Cal State LA Professor and BLM Grassroots Director Dr. Melina Abdullah.https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/ https://www.facebook.c
Can Black-Centered Education be Rigorous? Dr. Jon Carroll of the Jabali Academy Thinks So
What do Black children need to thrive in education? Dr. Jon Carroll was a grade level dean at the elite Harvard-Westlake School and now he is starting his own independent institution specifically geared towards Black students. On this pod we focus on what works for African American students, what doesn't...And how Jabali Academy is stepping up to meet the need.https://jabaliacademy.org/ //www.inst
Black Republican Terris Todd Says Dems Persecute the Right Just as Much as the GOP Targets the Left
It's a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique goes toe-to-toe Republican pundit and Project 21 outreach director, Terris Todd. The push for the privatization of everything, the school voucher movement and the Trump administration's targeting progressive voices as "left wing extremists" are all in the conversation.https://nationalcenter.org/project-21/ //www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Sickle Cell Warriors Are Breaking Stereotypes & Advocating for Real Care for Sickle Cell Disease
On this podcast we get to the truth about Sickle Cell Disease, cures, care and what you need to know. Dr. Lakiea Bailey is the founder of the Sickle Cell Consortium. She was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease at the age of three.https://www.sicklecellconvention.org/
Looking for Love? Jeff Lucky Says He Can Help with "Certified Friends"
On this episode of #MessyMondays we are joined by writer, music artist and award-winning documentary filmmaker Jeff Lucky. He is the creator of the interactive dating experience Certified Friends which convenes monthly in Los Angeles. Using humor, fun and plugs from friends, Jeff wants to help the "grown and intentional" to find love.
The Unofficial Black Boycott of Asian Businesses in Our Neighborhoods is Going Strong + Saharah Ali
On our Mindful Mondays pod Sahrah Ali breaks down Barbot's Basket astrological configuration, Jupiter in Leo and Uranus in Gemini and the emergence of collective consciousness. Ms. Ali is a meditation instructor, astrologer, sound healer, sound bath specialist and yoga teacher.https://saharahali.com/
Arrest Brian Palacios! BLM Grassroots and Others Call for ICE Agent to be Prosecuted #KiethPorter
On this podcast Dominique DiPrima and Dr. Melina Abdullah update the call to action as Black Lives Matter Grassroots, the NAACP and the family of Kieth Porter are calling for the arrest of Brian Palacios the ICE officer who killed Black American Keith Porter in Los Angeles. Karmelo Anthony, Nolan Wells, and Tyrin Johnson are also in the conversation. Dr. Melina Abdullah is a professor of Pan Afric
A Powernomics View of Reparations with Dr. Rosie Milligan
#FreedmenFriday - On this episode of our weekly reparations conversation Dr. Rosie Milligan debunks arguments against reparations and shares her outlook on the implementation of reparations through the lens of a follower of Dr. Claud Anderson's Powernomics agenda. Dr. Rosie Milligan is a longtime reparations advocate and the convener of Black Writers on Tour. She has a Ph.D. in business administra
Election Denial Goes Prime Time, a Killer in Compton and Sunset is Underwater
Dominique DiPrime puts a progressive lens on left coast, national and international headlines.//www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Is It a Spend Dat Summer? w/Jarrett Hill + Miles Low
On this pod we debate the message behind the Yung Miami song "Spend Dat" and what is says about our culture vs. respectability politics. And look at the KevOn Stage controversy. Jarrett Hill is a Los Angeles creative artist, speaker, writer, host, and media consultant. Miles Low is a rap artist and KBLA production coordinator.https://www.instagram.com/jarretthill/ https://www.jarretthill.com/about
Viewing Data Centers, Ai Technology, and Housing from a Microscope
Dominique Diprima shines more light on data centers, Ai Techs, Taxes an affordable, and food contaminations, while callers come raining in on more diverse topics..
Is there Affordable Housing In California's Future?
Dominique Diprima unboxed more information on our food supplies, voting elections, an affordable Housing in California as phone lines open for callers.//www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
The Good Vibrations Lady on "How to Stay Up When the World is Pulling You Down
Erin Broyard Stennis, also known as The Good Vibrations Lady, is dedicated to helping individuals live their best lives, one day at a time. Erin's says her hard-earned wisdom is reflected in her writings and social media messages. Erin credits her Louisiana roots, along with her spiritual journey, for allowing her to overcome personal hardships and focus on helping others. She is the author of 31
Black Owned Businesses Spotlight's
Daisy Jane with DiPrima says she tours to five different restaurants and sample different foods and gives feedback to the community spotlight on Daisy’s Black LA Food Tour, where Los Angeles comes alive through the flavors, stories, and heartbeat of its Black-owned restaurants. Founded by LA-native Daisy Miles, her tour is more than just a food crawl, it's a Cultural celebration spotlighting flavo
Recaps into free Karmelo Campaign, Spotlight on BLK on Business, Justice
On this podcast DiPrima recaps into free Karmelo campaign Collin County Judge John Roach sentenced Karmelo Anthony to 35 years for murder in Texas track meet stabbing, and unboxing Karmelo's family still needs justice. A long side Missing 18-year-old Nolan Wells found dead on Mississippi island, and family confirms identity and Walmart refusing to show family video footage. Now, listeners are divi
Hair Whisperer Felicia Leatherwood - is Using Her "Root Therapy" to Help Celebs and Us Love Our Hair
Felicia Leatherwood—known worldwide as “The Hair Whisperer”—is the leading authority on natural and textured hair. A celebrity stylist, educator, and founder with 30+ years of experience, she pairs creative excellence with practical education to close the knowledge gap in textured hair care. Felicia’s clients include Issa Rae, Viola Davis, Jill Scott, Lenny Kravitz, and Ava DuVernay. As lead styli
Black Lives Matter Grassroots Turns Thirteen: A Movement Not a Moment with Dr. Melina Abdullah
Melina Abdullah is the Director of Black Lives Matter Grassroots and lead organizer for BLMLA. Dr. Abdullah is Professor and former Chair of Pan-African Studies at California State University, Los Angeles. She is a columnist for the LA Sentinel and host and creator of the radio show This is Not a Drill Saturdays on KBLA Talk 1580.https://blmgrassroots.org/ https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/
LAPD Surveillance Put in Check as Angelenos Pushback on Flock Cameras & Other Key Convos
In this podcast Dominique touches on topics big and small...Centering the pushback on the LAPD license plate reader cameras of Flock Safety. She also covers Theo and LA radio, the gang peace movement and the mainstream media narrative on crime.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Cuba to Venezuela to Nigeria to Iran the Empire is Striking Back with Journalist Barrington Salmon
On today's podcast we get updates on Cuba, Nigeria, Venezuela, Bolivia, Iran as we look at how the Trump administration is ramping up the extortion, grift, warfare and even attempted annihilation of other nations. We focus on foreign policy and finish up with a review of where we with the horrifying and seemingly endless scandal that is the Epstein Files.https://floridaphoenix.com/author/barringto
Venus in Virgo is Prickly + Why Ben Crump is Flooding the Zone on Behalf of Nolan Wells
Yoga Teacher and Astrologer Saharah Ali leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation and speaks on the challenges and opportunities of Venus in Virgo and the emotional implications of this week's new moon in Cancer.https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Senator Lindsey Graham is Dead - That's No Reason to Sanitize His Evil Legacy with Jasmyne Cannick
On this podcast we speak plainly about the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, the near death of Senator Mitch McConnell and why there will be no fake tears about it over here. We also look at the FAFO moments experienced white supremacist Jake Lang and far right reality show host Spencer Pratt when taking on L.A. - Summer Night Lights and LA's big drop in violence are also in the conversation.https:
Krayzie Bone Tributes Eazy + Dominique Goes in on the Bone Walk of Fame & Erasure of Blk Women
In honor of Bone-Thugs-n-Harmony receiving their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame we reprise a conversation with Krayzie Bone of Bone-Thugs-n-Harmony honoring Eazy E. Dominique talks about the early days of Bone Thugs on radio, the legendary group getting their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and blasts the erasure of Black women in hip hop, Hollywood and beyond.https://www.instagram.com/d
Reparations Freestyle #Freedmen Fridays
After two years covering reparations once a week, Dominique recaps some of the basics of the reparations movement, updates us on new developments in the space and looks back on highlights of reparations guests from the past two years. #FreedmenFridayshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cI3eRi-GIWM&list=PLJ7tIvmtJ5s9xFjKtZTd36XcPQY4tiZHD&index=5 https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On Nolan Wells, the LAPD Whistleblower and Summer Jazz with Ed Sanders
On this pod Dominique and Ed update on the terrible death of Nolan Wells, try to make sense out of the LA DA threatening charges against a whistleblower cop and share the rapturous details of the first ever LA Jazz Festival.
Motown's Slyvia Moy & the Erasure of Black Women with Dr. Margena Christian
Are Black women being erased from media and pop culture? Dr. Margena Christian is a longtime music journalist, the only one to have written for every Ebony and Jet platform. She is a professor of English and Professional Writing at University of Illinois. Her new book It's No Wonder: The Life and Times of Motown's Legendary Songwriter Slyvia Moy shines light on a little-known music pioneer and rai
Is Being "Not Dead" a Job Requirement? Mitch McConnell, Trump and Ageism in Politics
On this podcast Dominique DiPrima and Jarrett Hill struggle with the question of how old is too old? Are term limits the answer? Cognitive tests? Are we just a bunch of ageists? Or are we allowing dead men walking to drive our nation into a ditch without a driver's license? Jarrett hill is an award-winning journalist, author and host of the podcast The Jarrett Hill Show.https://www.jarretthill.com
Stop Pathologizing Black + The Inner-City Youth Orchestra of LA Sings America with Charles Dickerson
Dominique goes in on the mainstream media and the Nolan Wells tragedy, the cognitive decline of the president, Trump's denial of disaster relief funds to blue states and spars with a caller who disparages today's Black people.Charles Dickerson is the founder and conductor of the Inner-City Orchestra of Los Angeles. On this podcast he unveils an epic, artistic, cultural and unabashedly Black celebr
Anti-Aging Secrets with Dr. Paul W. Wallace - Glamorous Beauty Is a Touch Away
Dr. Paul W. Wallace is a dermatologist in Los Angeles, California and is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He has expertise in treating psoriasis, among other conditions, such as, plastic surgery, and reconstructive surgery, he is a trusted specialist for patie
A'kia Benbo on with Dominique DiPrima
HoneyQween Lemonade now HoneyQween Juice Bar · Juice/smoothie bar started as a street vendor in 2016, participating in the weekly Drum Circle Sundays and the monthly Art Walk Festivals. HoneyQween Juice Bar owner A'kia Benbo says It's delicious and refreshing taste, featuring intriguing and unlikely flavor pairings, quickly became a community favorite. A'kia Benbo admits being inspired to transfor
Racially Profiling, Boycotting, And News Media Hot Topics Updates
On this podcast DiPrima recaps in the case of Nolan Xavier Wells who was reported missing after going on boat trip with a group of white friends to Horn Island, Mississippi. His body was found days later. However, DiPrima finds more conflicting information rapped around well's death and family members being left without answers on similar racial occasions, now community members are calling for wor
What Really Happened to Nolan Xavier Wells?
On today's podcast DiPrima looks for answers in the case of Nolan Xavier Wells who was reported missing after going on boat trip with a group of white friends to Horn Island, Mississippi. His body was found days later. She also looks at the National Guard shooting of Tyrin Johnson and the surge of killings of Black men in the past six months. Who is asking the questions? Who is calling out fishy s
Head-to-Head - GOP Public Intellectual John Wood Jr. & Progressive Pundit Dominique DiPrima
On today's podcast Republican John Woods JR faces progressive Dominique DiPrima to debate some of the party's popular talking points and look at the state of the GOP for a Black Republican like Mr. WOoods. JOhen Wood Jr. is a national leader of the Braver Angels organization, a writer and host of "The Reconstruction Project" Sunday mornings on KBLA-1580.https://www.instagram.com/johnrwoodjr/ https
Bone Thugs n' Harmony Changed the Rap Game. Who Else Did? with Miles Low
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's flow and style changed rap culture and influenced the music industry. Rapper Miles Low asked the question "who else is that original?" We get into it...Opening up the phone lines so callers can share their knowledge and opinions on pioneers and gamechangers of rap culture. It's a convo inspired by Bone's recent recognition with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.https://ww
The Trump Grift Machine Unmasked with Economist Dr. Julianne Malveaux
On this podcast we get the details behind the many ways President Donald Trump is monetizing the presidency. We look at all they ways the Trump family cartel is grifting from stock market manipulation to the big donor hustle to pay to play schemes. Dr. Julianne Malveaux is a leading labor economist, author and colorful commentator on outlets like CNN, BET and MS Now. To subscribe to her newsletter
Saharah Ali: Are You Living Your Purpose? + The 'Patriot Passport' and Other U.S. Debacles
The patriot passport is as big as a coffee table book? Will Trump pay up the $5 million as ordered by SCOTUS? Why is the orange Resident trying to stop a tunnel from NJ to NY? Dominique puts a progressive lens on national headlines.https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Are All World Cup Teams Black? Environmental Racism in Boyle Hghts? The Truth on Compton Murders?
Rooting for everybody not a colonizer? Is Trump cheating in the World Cup? Will Naomi Osaka win it all at Wimbledon? Is the response to the Boyle Heights fire clean up an example of environmental racism? Will the community come forward to solve three terrible murders in Compton over the July 4th weekend? Professor and activist LaMikia Castillo joins Dominique for a podcast on these questions and m
Dr. Gerald Horne on Secrets of U.S. (Black) History on the Eve of #America250
Dr. Gerald Horne’s intellectual power is widely recognized — he earned the American Book Award for The Dawning of the Apocalypse, a sweeping study of how the 16th century forged the intertwined systems of slavery, settler colonialism, and capitalism that still shape global power. He received the Frantz Fanon Lifetime Achievement Award. On this podcast Horne often breaks down the colonial process o
Guns, SCOTUS, and the Second Amendment with Atty Jaaye Person-Lynn
Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, Esq. argus that the Second Amendment protects individuals carrying firearms and unboxes the recent U.S. Supreme Court regarding bringing a legally owned gun into a privately owned business. Atty. Person-Lynn also analyzes SCOTUS's decision on cannabis and gun rights and the upcoming decision on assault rifles.https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/ https://www.linked
The Boyle Heights Fire is Way Scarier Than You Thought with Proyecto Pastoral's Raquel Roman
Raquel Román, MSW, Executive Director of Proyecto Pastoral, explains the layers of environmental and structural injustices of the Boyle Heights/Lineage fire response. She shares the terrible community impacts and the difficulties for first responders in dealing with the chemical fire and biohazard cleanup. The Boyle Height/ Lineage cold‑storage warehouse fire — which began on June 17, 2026 — laste
Well-Being World with Dr. Leo Moore: Avoiding the Poisons in Our Food
Introducing our monthly focus on health and wellness with special guest Dr. Loe Moore, MD! Each month we will focus on an important health topic as well put the spotlight on a cutting-edge advancement in health science or technology. Dr. Moore, MD, MSHPM is an internal medicine, HIV medicine and lifestyle medicine physician. Dr. Moore is author book The Men's Preventive Health Guide: What to Check
A New Black Biz on Crenshaw is Thriving + Birthright Citizenship with Atty Nana Gyamfi
Kenny Smith and his Crenshaw Mini Market is in our Wealth Building spotlight. Kenny has gentrification-proofed his business by setting up shop in a family-owned building. He is dedicated to old-fashioned community camaraderie, affordable prices and a new school mix of fruits, vegetables and health supplements alongside regular convenience store snacks.https://www.ncbl.org/team-1/nana-gyamfi https:
Can Democratic Socialists Save the Democratic Party? And Other Hot Topics
On this pod Dominique DiPrima covered major themes: the democratic socialist future of the Democratic, LA City Council reversing course on charter reform, OGs in sports LeBron James & Serena Williams and real affordability concerns including rising student loan payments under President Trump.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Who Gets to Tell Our Stories? Reclaiming the Narrative with Gina Belafonte & Gerri Lawrence
Who controls the story of us? Is it Hollywood? The Algorithm? Or we the people? Director/Producer/Artivist Gina Belafonte and Community Coalition COO Gerri Lawrence tackle the topic and what they are doing about it with their giant We the People installation in South LA.https://www.instagram.com/wethepeoplesouthla/ https://www.instagram.com/cocosouthla/ https://www.instagram.com/sankofadotorg/ htt
What do You Want to Hear More Of? Reinventing Radio Show Five Years In...
Dominique & Miles chop it us about how we want to evolve and change First Things First on the occasion of our fifth anniversary. Also in the conversation, the fight between elderly LA street vendor and a teenage customer, the BET Awards, SCOTUS's decisions on its final day and Republicans stripping your constitutional rights. Miles Low is a rap artist and KBLA radio's Production Manager.https:
Student Protesters Under Attack thru TPM Policies - Now There's a Way You Can Help Them Fight Back
On this podcast we break down so-called Time, Place and Manner policies that are being used to strip students of their degrees, housing, food plans and even their futures. We also speak on how Assemblymember Sade Elhawary's bill AB2551 offers a way we can help students fight back and regain their constitutional rights. We are joined California Faculty Association organizer and BLM Grassroots Direc
Is Therapy the First Step to Finding Your Person? #Black Marriage with Del Harrison & King James
It's a Black Marriage Monday and we are on a quest to help you find your person. We are joined by a man and a woman who have teamed up to create a recipe for Black love. Del Harrison is a comedian, entrepreneur and app developer with over 20 years of bringing people together through entertainment. She is the founder on KOMBYE - a new social club for Black professionals over 40. King James is a lif
Full Moon in Capricorn w/Saharah Ali + SCOTUS Serves Up Setbacks for the Prez
Yoga teacher, astrologer and sound bath specialist Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation and affirmation on a Mindful Monday. Saharah explores the Strawberry Moon, full moon in Capricorn and Cancer season.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://saharahali.com/
The BET Awards is the Antidote to the News & Trump's Decline is Unmistakable
On this podcast Dominique and Miles spill on the BET Awards, the World Cup, Janet Jackson, the Olympics, Tupac and Trump's obvious decline.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/https://www.instagram.com/mileslowmusic/reels/
Justice for #BabyKohen & Cuba: the U.S.'s Genocidal Policy Eyewitness Reports
Akili is on the ground in Senatobia Mississippi at a protest over the police killing of one year-old Kohen Wiley. Thandiwe Abdullah is in the studio having recently returned from Cuba with a fact-finding delegation organized by The Institute for the Black World for which Akili was also a delegate. On this podcast they speak out on these two critical issues with reports back from on-the-ground expe
Atty Madiba Dennie on How Trump's DOJ is Trying to Stop Reparations #FreedmenFridays
Madiba K. Dennie is an attorney, columnist, and professor whose work focuses on fostering an equitable multiracial democracy. Her debut book, The Originalism Trap: How Extremists Stole the Constitution and How We the People Can Take It Back, is now available wherever books are sold. Dennie is the Deputy Editor and Senior Contributor at the critical legal commentary outlet Balls and Strikes.https:/
Is it Stephen A. Smith's Job to be Anti-Black? Why is Dominique Rooting for Senegal? Etc. Etc.
Ed and Dominique go in on Stephen A. Smith, the Supreme Court's TPS revocation, the attack on an elderly street vendor, the politics of division and media complicity and why the Senegalese World Cup team has already won the "Dominique Cup."https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dr. Delatorro McNeal Wants to Help You Shift into a Higher Gear
On this podcast Dr. Delatorro McNeal shares his special brand of inspiration and motivation. Dr. Delatorro is author of eight books, a sought-after public speaker and is an inductee to the Speakers Hall of Fame. His latest book is Shift into a Higher Gear: Better Your Best and Live Your Life to the Fullest.https://www.instagram.com/drdelatorro/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Fixing Foster Care with Pastor Robert Colwell & Chelsea Colwell
Robert E. Colwell is the senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Crenshaw in Los Angeles. He served 17 years as an inmate chaplain at the Los Angeles County jail. Robert has been the keynote speaker at state and national foster care conferences in 27 states. Chelsea Colwell is his daughter and theatrical partner as co-producer and creative director of his new play The Kingdom of Lies.https://lyingkingmusi
There's a Corporate Chokehold on the Democratic Party - How Do We Break It?
Dominique challenges us to crowd source our intellect to figure out how to break the corporate/moderate/establishment dominance of the Democratic Party. How do we empower the real progressives? Will democratic socialists move the needle? Will they step over Black progressives? Can we move beyond coopting the ideas and policies of the true left and remake the party in service of working class, poor
Iconic Artist Eric Benet Asks "Who's Gonna Save Us?"
On this podcast, Eric Benét glides into the conversation with his new single “Who's Gonna Save Us,” turning political frustration into pure velvet. The slow‑jam superhero is back — the man whose voice is so smooth it could moisturize America. From “Spend My Life with You” to “Sometimes I Cry,” he’s been melting hearts and serving hits since the nineties. Nine albums, four Grammy noms, acting gigs,
The District: Are Black Businesses Being Pushed Out of the Crenshaw Corridor?
On this podcast Tyrei Lacy AKA DJ Tsheds light on why his popular Crenshaw cantina, The District, is under attack and embroiled in a legal dispute — essentially a “custody battle” over the future of the business and the space. But this podcast is about much more than one enterprise, it's about the future of Black businesses in South LA, specifically the Crenshaw strip. Why are so many Black busine
Angee Smallz's Latin Affiliated VIP is Elevating Latinos in Hip Hop and Beyond
On this pod Dominique shares a slice of rap culture with broadcaster Angee Smalls who has been rocking the entertainment world for over 20 years, carving out her place as a powerhouse rooted in Latino culture and the vibrant LA lifestyle. Angee is the Ceo of Latino Affected. Her journey has taken her from working alongside the iconic Johnny J to experiencing a once‑in‑a‑lifetime on-air moment crui
Is SCOTUS Coming for Your Citizenship Black America? + ICE Has Not Gone Away At All
On this podcast Attorney Nana Gyamfi updates us on the latest on the immigration landscape. Why are detainees on hunger strike? Are we tracking people kidnapped by ICE? Are Black Americans being replaced? Why are all of the Trump refugees YT? How far will the US Supreme Court go on birthright citizenship? Attorney Gyamfi is the Executive Director of Black Alliance for Just Immigration.https://baji
Defiant Black Republican Lenny McAllister is a "Venn Diagram of One"
Lenny McAllister is a Senior Fellow with the Commonwealth Foundation. A Pittsburgh native, Lenny has spent years working in both state and national politics, the civil rights community, and extensive work in the media. Lenny has appeared regularly as a political analyst on outlets ranging from Sirius XM Radio to CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. He has been a featured speaker at the Pennsylvania Leadershi
A BIG Win for Black Teens in L.A. + Is Jay-z Now Captain Save-a-Corp or Just a Good Businessman?
On this podcast Dominique celebrates the community victory in saving the Black Student Achievement plan, where young people, activists and union organizers pushed back on the LA Unified School District's plan to eliminate support for under-invested Black students. Rap artist Miles Low jumps on the mic to look at Jay-Z's target deal and the Carters monetization of everything.https://www.instagram.c
"Go Outside and Play" with LA84 Foundation's Renata Simril & Councilwoman Heather Hutt
On this podcast we look at the power of play and how it impacts everything from business and social skills to problem solving and health outcomes. Renata SImril is the Executive Director of the LA84 Foundation and founder of the Play Equity Fund. Simril is a member of the Governor's Advisory Council on Physical Fitness and Mental Well-Being and is President of the City of Los Angeles Department of
It's the Season of Manifestation: Saharah Ali + Michelle Obama is Not a Man and That Pool Ain't Blue
Yoga instructor, astrologer, meditation teacher and sound bath specialist Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation and affirmation and breaks down Chiron in Taurus and a seven-year season of manifestation.https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Is It Okay to Call Cops Pigs? (Not Even When They Murder Puppies and Shoot Each Other for Fun?)
On this podcast we look at the latest police scandals and copaganda - from the shooting of a dog following the NY Knicks big win to the Pasadena PD's friendly fire "horseplay." Journalist James Farr joins Dominique DiPrima to take on these questions, plus a look at the resignation of LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvahlo and the still-smoldering Lineage Food Storage Company fire in Boyle Heights.h
The LA Jazz Festival is Reclaiming Our Musical Legacy from the Streets to the Beach with Martin Ludlow
17 days. 250,000 people. Over 175 free concerts. LA Jazz Festival takes over Los Angeles August 2026. A city-wide celebration of music, culture, and community with some of the freshest and most legendary artists in the game. Jazz in the Park brings free live music to public parks across the LA region. Jazz After Dark pops up in locally neighborhood spots with electrifying late-night events. The Ca
Black Landscestry is an App to Help Black People Get Their Land Back with Kavon Ward #FreedmenFriday
Inspired by the movement to reclaim stolen land and restore generational wealth, Black Landcestry seeks to transform awareness into action—creating a pathway for descendants to uncover lost histories, document their claims, and pursue justice for what was wrongfully taken. On this pod, founder Kavon Ward shares her mission.https://blacklandcestry.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Celebrating KBLA's Fifth Anniversary with My First-Ever 1580 Guest - Legendary Organizer Akili
Akilis is a long-time community organizer and political strategist. He has worked on six presidential campaigns and is the national field director for Black Lives Matter Grassroots. He is the founder of the Fannie Lou Hamer Institute. On this pod we talk about the history and launch of KBLA 1580 the first Black talk radio station west of the Mississippi. https://www.instagram.com/blmgrassroots/htt
Hip Hop Lives Forever Thru Technology with Ill Camille and Thurz
On this podcast Dominique DiPrima talks with Inglewood rap artist Yannick “Thurz” Koffi, and the ever‑soulful Ill Camille. From their outlook as music technologists, to artists developing multiple creative platforms and streams of income, to hip hop and gaming with Thurz playtesting his latest at the 100 Thieves’ Summer Block Party on Saturday, June 20th, to the Party in my Living Room model for c
#KohenWiley Was Murdered by Police in Mississippi - He Was One Year Old with Marquell Bridges
On today’s podcast, Mississippi community activist Marquell Bridges — president of Building Bridges and a former Black Lives Matter Grassroots organizer — discusses the tragic murder of one‑year‑old Kohen Wiley by police officer Hunter Foster in Senatobia, Mississippi. Kohen died after being by a cop in a Walmart parking lot. According to Bridges, a law enforcement officer fired directly into the
Celebrating Our Wins & Clocking Our Setbacks: From the Georgia Maps to the DOJ Attack on Reparations
On this podcast Dominique DiPrima shines light on the impending victory of Black democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George in the DC mayor's race, the opening of the Obama Center, the devastating story of the police murder of a one-year-old Kohen Wiley and Donald Trump's terrible, very bad Iran deal, a whiplash moment after years of attacking Barack Obama. The L.A., the Charter Reform is quietly p
AI is Changing Academia: From Classroom to Code: How AI Is Reshaping Education
Dr. Lee D. Baker is a Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education cultural anthropologist and Duke University professor whose work focuses on race and the history of anthropology. Based in San Diego, he is best known for From Savage to Negro and Anthropology and the Racial Politics of Culture. He also served as Duke’s Dean of Academic Affairs (2008–2016). Baker has recently noted that AI is reshaping
Men's Mental Health and Community Well Being with Captain Tyrone Davis
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