Tavis Smiley

April is National Minority Health Month and National Stress Awareness Month, and we are continuing our conversation about wellness with corporate communications expert, professor, and journalist Justin Grant, author of the new book, "COMPANY MEN: A Wellness Guide for Black Men in Corporate America." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:37:42

Ali Winston joins Tavis Smiley

Award-winning independent journalist Ali Winston takes us inside the dangerous world of No Lives Matter and how it connects to the MAGA movement inside the White House. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:17:41

Aallyah Wright and loan relief with Tavis Smiley

Capital B's Rural Issues Reporter Aallyah Wright talks about loan relief promises the Department of Agriculture made to Black farmers that have now been repealed, and what Black farmers are doing to fight back. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:21:51

Edward Ahmed Mitchell Talks Civil Rights with Tavis Smiley

Edward Ahmed Mitchell, National Deputy Director of the Council of American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and civil rights attorney, talks about the fears of Muslim Americans under Trump 2.0 and a preview of Saturday's March on Washington for Palestine. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:42:20

Karen Robinson brings "Law & Order" with Tavis Smiley

SAG Award-winning Canadian actress Karen Robinson talks about her latest role as the boss detective in “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent,” her breakout role as Ronnie Lee in the hit sitcom “Schitt’s Creek,” and her thoughts on President Trump’s attempts to annex what is now her home country. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:17:49

DJ Spinderella and Housing in Chicago

DJ Spinderella, founding member of Salt-N-Pepa, unveils the new National Public Housing Museum in Chicago, which opens this Friday. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:20:43

Dr. Deborah Haskins joins Tavis Smiley on Gambling

Just in time for the Final Four, Dr. Deborah Haskins, President Emerita of the Maryland Council on Problem Gambling and lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, shares the latest research about problem gambling and its impact on men and families. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:18:24

Gianna Toboni and the Death Penalty

Two-time Emmy winning writer and documentarian Gianna Toboni talks about her new book “The Volunteer: The Failure of the Death Penalty in America and One Inmate’s Quest to Die with Dignity,” and why the case for the death penalty needs to be closed. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:22:59

Stacy Brown joins Tavis Smiley

Black Press USA nationally syndicated columnist Stacy Brown talks about the Signal chat leak and if Black military leaders could have survived the scrutiny along with other political stories. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:35:54

George Fatheree III with Tavis Smiley

Noted attorney and social impact entrepreneur, George Fatheree III, who represented the family in the historic Bruce's Beach case, talks about the work of the Black Land Loss Narrative Archive Project and how Black families can protect themselves from land dispossession. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:29:55

Kevin Shird joins Tavis Smiley to talk about ""A Life For A Life"

Four-time published author, mental health advocate, and activist Kevin Shird joins Tavis in studio to discuss his newest book "A Life For A Life: Poor Choices and Unresolved Trauma is Killing America," and why it's time to reimagine mental health and trauma care. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:38:40

Lynn Sweet joins Tavis Smiley

Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet talks about the progressive push against longtime Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, the turbulent term of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and trending political stories. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:16:30

New York City Mayor Eric Adams

New York City Mayor Eric Adams joins Tavis to talk about how he's lowering the cost of living in America's biggest city - and what he wants to accomplish in his second term, if he's re-elected. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:22:44

Tim Golden joins Tavis Smiley

3/28/2025

Professor, philosopher, and legal analyst Tim Golden shares his insight about this moment in American history and how we all can keep our faith and sanity in the midst of uncertainty. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:36:54

Aloe Blacc joins Tavis Smiley

3/28/2025

Grammy nominated R&B and soul vocalist and activist Aloe Blacc joins Tavis in studio to talk about his new album “Stand Together,” and how he uses his artistry to inspire collaboration and positive change. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:34:00

Connie Rice joins Tavis Smiley

3/28/2025

Noted civil rights attorney and politico Connie Rice gives her analysis about Signalgate, Trump’s continued attacks on the judiciary, and trending political news. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:38:02

Jacob Silverman Joins Tavis Smiley

Journalist and author of "Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud," Jacob Silverman sounds the alarm on the crypto scams peddled by politicians around the world and the impact that tech politics have on American democracy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:35:01

Waymond Jackson chats with Tavis Smiley about the Digital Age

President of Ed Farm Waymond Jackson shares his analysis about the digital age, closing the digital divide for under-resourced students, and the future of tech education. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:17:08

Martha S. Jones Joins Tavis Smiley

Johns Hopkins University historian Martha S. Jones talks about her latest and very personal text “The Trouble of Color: An American Family Memoir," and how she confronted the limits of the historian's craft. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Duration:00:22:11

John Nichols Talks Politics with Tavis Smiley