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Weekdays 6AM-9AM They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective. The show features newsmakers, but also unconventional voices you likely won’t hear anywhere else on LA talk radio; all helmed by one of the most trusted voices in local community advocacy.
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This podcast is all about California Prop 50. Why are you confused? Why does it benefit Black voters? Why it's not really about Gavin Newsom and more. Jasmyne cannick is an award-winning Gen X journalist and an LA County Democratic Party delegate.https://iamjasmyne.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Chris Smalls is the founder and president of the Amazon Labor Union. Under his leadership, the ALU successfully unionized an Amazon warehouse: a historic victory for workers and a titanic defeat for the behemoth corporation. In July 2025, Smalls joined several other activists aboard the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, attempting to break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip amid the Gaza genocide.https://www.thelaborpartyus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/chris.smalls_/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique poses the question: Is the conviction of Sonya Massey's killer a win and a sign of progress? Or is it another case of a cop getting away with murder? Brendon Glenn. SNAP benefits and other local issues are also in the conversation.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Roger Guenveur Smith is an American actor, director, and writer best known for his collaborations with Spike Lee and his powerful one-man shows including a play on Huey P. Newton and an onstage portrait of Frederick Douglas. Smith has appeared in films such as School Daze, Do the Right Thing, King of New York, Panther, Malcolm X, Poetic Justice, Get on the Bus, Eve's Bayou and He Got Game.https://outsideintheatre.org/basquiat/ https://www.instagram.com/outsideinthtr/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Contented Nail Parlor is in the Wealth Building Wednesday spotlight. Monique Fisher is the Owner, and she details the challenges of being a Black owned enterprise in a space dominated by other communities and her commitment to an upscale, professional vision. Late in the hour Dominique shares updates on the storm hitting Jamaica, Donald Trump's legal appeal and Bill Esayli's illegal job.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.contentednailparlor.com/
On this podcast we dive into the tough questions surrounding Proposition 50 in California's special election. What is Prop 50 and what does it have to do with Black Women's Health and Wellbeing? We are joined by public policy and social justice advocate Attorney LaKisha Camese and the Policy Director for Black WOmen for Wellness Action Project, Attorney Oneyemma Obieka.
Dr. R. Kweku Akyirefi Amoasi is a licensed psychologist in the state of Wisconsin. A clinical psychologist by trade he is the Chief Wellness Officer for Blaquesmith Psychological Consultative Services, LLC. On this podcast we look at how to support the mental health and wellbeing of young Black men in particular and Black men in general. How do we improve relations between men and women? How do we counteract the influence of social media? How do we move beyond dog-eat-dog western values to a supportive collective consciousness?https://www.instagram.com/unconquerablephd/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Lenny McAllister is a Senior Fellow at the Commonwealth Foundation, a Senior Fellow at Founding Forward, a radio host on Newsradio KDKA and an alumnus of the Chicago Defender. On this podcast we look at how Republicans from the party of Reagan an navigate today's MAGA GOP.https://www.instagram.com/lennymcallister/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation take on local issues. Why is LA County trying to block the release of the names and photos of sheriff's deputies? Will LA DA Nathan Hochman pursue the case against former LAPD officer Clifford Proctor? Will the Dems ever get their messaging right? Can the cop who killed Sonya Massey be convicted? and more.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this episode of Black Marriage Monday author, motivational speaker and relationship counselor Jewel Diamond Taylor speaks on her own 55-year union and what to look for as you build yours.https://www.instagram.com/jewelmotivates/ https://jeweldiamondtaylor.com/https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this edition of Mindful Monday, meditation instructor, astrologer, yoga teacher and sound bath specialist Saharah Ali leads us in a guided meditation and affirmation. She also breaks down the Sun in Scorpio. Later in the hour we open the phone lines and take on the disappearance of America first in the Trump agenda.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
James Farr is a journalist who writes for the LA Progressive and host of The Conversation Live: Altadena Rising on KBLA 1580AM. On this podcast Dominique and James debate Prop 50, update on the recovery and relief efforts in Altadena and read between the headlines.https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Ben Guillory is a theatre veteran who believes in the power and purpose of theatre. Guillory studied at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco and, for more than forty years, has worked extensively in theatre, film, and television as an actor, director, and producer. Julio Hansen, Ed.D, is a creative leader, performer and educator with over 30 years of experience. He is a SAG/AFTRA entertainer who has performed with Toni Braxton, Prince & Kelis. He is school principal Loyola Village Fine & Performing Arts Magnet in Los Angeles. He has performed and written with the Robey Theatre for fourteen years. On this podcast we look at the work of the Robey Theatre and the role of the theater in our current political environment.https://www.therobeytheatrecompany.org/ https://www.instagram.com/therobeytheatrecompany/
On this episode of Freedmen Friday we look at the state of reparations today, the outlook on a federal level and why the little things also matter. Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter, is a UCLA professor and the author of Radical Reparation. He is a leading voice in the reparations movement. Dreisen Heath is a researcher and advocate in Human Rights Watch’s United States Program examining and advocating on racial justice issues in the US context. She leads Human Rights Watch’s domestic research and advocacy on reparations and reparative justice. https://www.instagram.com/marcusanthonyhunter/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreisen-heath/
154 years ago on this day the largest mass killing in Los Angeles history took place and the victims were all Chinese. On this pod former City Council member and Professor of urban planning Michael Woo shares this little-known story and his quest to make sure it is never forgotten.https://1871memorial.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Krystle Hickman is a TEDx speaker, artist, scientist, and photographer based in Los Angeles, California. Through artful photography, Hickman strives to increase awareness of the decline in native bee species and highlight their biodiverse ecosystems. Her photography has been featured in The LA Times, various books, and scientific journals. Hickman was awarded a National Geographic Explorer grant to help create her new book: The ABCs of California's Native Bees.https://beesip.com/ https://www.instagram.com/beesip/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
On this podcast Dominique and Sherri opine on the national headlines: the demolition of the White House East Wing, the fine print student loan forgiveness, Venezuela, the Big Ugly Bill, the government shutdown and more and more. Sherri Bell is a labor activist and KBLA contributor.https://www.instagram.com/sherri_de_la_ghetto/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Dominique and the KBLA delegation hack the headlines and tackle the talking points on left coast issues. One caller who claims he wants to protect Black women proceeds to attack them - fun conversation follows.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Jodie Evans is the co-founder of CODEPINK and the after-school writing program 826LA, and serves on the CODEPINK Board of Directors. She has been a visionary advocate for peace for several decades. Jodie is the co-editor of two books, "Twilight of Empire: Responses to Occupation" and "Stop the Next War Now: Effective Responses to Violence and Terrorism." On this podcast we reflect on the work of Code Pink, Jodie's journey and the actions the organization is taking to foster peace and challenge empire.https://www.instagram.com/codepinkalert/ https://www.codepink.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Paul Wallace, MD, MPA, is a celebrity cosmetic dermatologist providing medical dermatology services in Ladera Heights at Wallace Skin & Body Institute. After earning his undergraduate degree with honors from UC Berkeley, Dr. Wallace went on to Harvard Medical School, earned a master’s in public administration from the University of Missouri, and studied urban and rural medicine at Oklahoma University. Jhade and Krystal Barnes are dedicated to organizing health and wellness events for positive impact on their communities. On this podcast we focus on Black Men's Health - mental, physical and spiritual and their work with the African American Male Wellness Agency.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-men-real-talk-los-angeles-mental-wellness-summit-feat-earthquake-tickets-1711593645669?aff=ebdssbdestsearch https://www.instagram.com/aawellnessla/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.wallaceskinandbodyinstitute.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wallaceskinandbody/
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