Best Dr. Dean Mitchell Podcasts (2025)

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Viet Thanh Nguyen Joins Tavis Smiley 15:47

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Viet Thanh Nguyen, Vietnam War refugee and Pulitzer Prize-winning USC professor, celebrates the 160th anniversary of “The Nation” magazine with his unique take on America’s relationship with the rest of the world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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U.S. Rep. Al Green Joins Tavis Smiley 19:10

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U.S. Congressman Al Green of Texas is back to discuss his bill - House Resolution 537 - to impeach President Donald Trump for bypassing Congress and attacking Iran. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Cori Bush Joins Tavis Smiley 29:40

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Cori Bush, former member of Congress and founder of Movement for Freedom, talks to Tavis about her Politivist Action Committee, her misadventures with AIPAC, and her new podcast “Bowman and Bush,” which she co-hosts with House colleague Jamaal Bowman. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support…

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Christina Greer Joins Tavis Smiley 18:19

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Political scientist, professor, and author Christina Greer explains how a 33-year-old NY Assemblyman and Democratic Socialist named Zohran Mamdani shocked the Democratic Party establishment by winning the Democratic primary in New York City. She will also address the Department of Homeland Security’s deportation message now blitzing the media airwa…

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Rashad Robinson joins Tavis Smiley 20:35

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Rashad Robinson, former president of Color of Change, reacts to the stunning defeat of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor’s race. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Niambi Carter joins Tavis Smiley 37:38

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Dr. Niambi Carter, author and Associate Professor at the School of Public Policy at The University of Maryland, gives her analysis about the impact of Trump’s leadership in geopolitics and other trending political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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O-T Fagbenle joins Tavis Smiley 12:19

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Actor O-T Fagbenle joins Tavis for a conversation about his roles on both “Presumed Innocent” and “The Handmaid’s Tale.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Phyllis Bennis joins Tavis Smiley 20:51

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Phyllis Bennis, activist and director of the New Internationalism Project at the Institute for Policy Studies, talks about the latest developments in the Middle East and her new book “Understanding Palestine and Israel.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Geraldo Rivera joins Tavis Smiley 27:58

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Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, attorney, and author Geraldo Rivera, shares his thoughts about the Israel-Iran ceasefire, immigration, and trending political news. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Marcus D. Wiley joins Tavis Smiley 36:03

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Comedian Marcus D. Wiley shares his latest comedy special “Marriage is Major Surgery,” which has more than three million views on YouTube. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali 39:21

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Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali, Executive Vice President of the National Wildlife Federation and Founder and President of Revitalization Strategies, talks about the risk of celebrating Juneteenth with no environmental justice protections. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Marc Lamont Hill joins Tavis Smiley 41:48

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Marc Lamont Hill, co-host of “Upfront” on Al Jazeera English and “The Joe Budden Podcast,” is back to celebrate four years of “Tavis Smiley,” which he helped kick off as the very first guest on the very first episode. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Ep. 182 - Happy Body, Happier Life with Jerzy Gregorek 1:00:31

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In this episode of The Smartest Doctor in the Room, we delve into the true essence of effective weight training and holistic wellness with author and four-time world weightlifting champion, Jerzy Gregorek. With a background rooted in resilience, philosophy, and a passion for helping others, Jerzy shares his expert insights on how proper strength tr…

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ATGthePodcast 281 - A Conversation with Liam Bullingham, Assistant Director of Academic and Research Services, University of Essex 46:59

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Today’s episode features guest host Michael Upshall (guest editor, Charleston Briefings) who talks with Liam Bullingham, Assistant Director of Academic and Research Services, University of Essex. Liam is a Trustee and a conference organizer of UKSG, serves on the Library Advisory Group for Open Research Europe, co-organizes 'Open Research Week' wit…

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Juneteenth Roundtable With Tavis Smiley and Co. 37:34

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KBLA Talk 1580 hosts Jesse Jackson Jr., Adrianne Shropshire, and Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, give their activist analysis of Juneteenth in the Trump era, energizing Black voters, and other trending socio-political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Corinna Barrett Lain Joins Tavis Smiley 36:53

6d ago36:53

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Corinna Barrett Lain, University of Richmond law professor and author of “Secrets of the Killing State: The Untold Story of Lethal Injection,” looks at where we are with the state-sponsored act of violence known as the death penalty. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Judge LaDoris Cordell Joins Tavis Smiley 38:28

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Retired Superior Court and author of “Her Honor: My Life On The Bench. . . What Works, What's Broken, and How to Change It,” Judge LaDoris Cordell shares her thoughts about Juneteenth, the judicial branch under Trump, and other political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Ali Siddiq joins Tavis Smiley 33:19

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Comedian Ali Siddiq talks about his newest comedy special "Rugged," streaming now on YouTube, and why Vulture declared him to be stand-up comedy's most prolific storyteller. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Susan Sturm joins Tavis Smiley 33:36

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Susan Sturm, Columbia Law School professor and Founding Director of the Center for Institutional and Social Change, takes us inside her new text “What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform Our Institutions.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Maya Wiley joins Tavis Smiley 38:31

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Maya Wiley, President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, talks about her new memoir "Remember, You Are a Wiley," and her keynote address at this weekend’s Empowerment Congress for Juneteenth. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Philip Kadish joins Tavis Smiley 36:21

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Philip Kadish, professor of American studies at Pace University in New York City, talks about his debut book “The Great White Hoax: 200 Years of Selling Racism in America.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Adilah Barnes joins Tavis Smiley 15:37

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Actor, author, and Co-Founder of the LA Women’s Theatre Festival, Adilah Barnes, talks about theatre in the time of Trump and why stories about Black people and women must be told. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Juan Proaño joins Tavis Smiley 20:38

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Juan Proaño, head of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), is back with his assessment of the current immigration crackdown and centrist Democrat pushback on Mexican flags at protests. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Connie Rice joins Tavis Smiley 35:03

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Connie Rice, civil rights attorney and co-founder of the Urban Peace Institute, talks about the trending political stories of the day. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Judge Faith Jenkins and Kenny Lattimore join Tavis Smiley 36:09

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Faith Jenkins, former Manhattan prosecutor turned judge and creator of Virtual Justice, and her husband, Grammy-nominated R&B star Kenny Lattimore, talk about their lawsuit against "anonymous" YouTubers, and their upcoming projects. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Stefan Bradley joins Tavis Smiley 28:01

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Stefan Bradley is in studio to talk about his new book “If We Don't Get It: A People's History of Ferguson,” and how it connects to this grim American moment. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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U.S. Rep. Robert Scott joins Tavis Smiley 15:46

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U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) sounds off on this weekend’s military birthday parade in DC and “No Kings” protests everywhere else, as well as the current state of our Department of Education. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Nekima Levy Armstrong joins Tavis Smiley 20:13

9d ago20:13

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Nekima Levy Armstrong, renowned civil rights attorney and founder of the Racial Justice Network, discusses the recent killing of Minnesota Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman and other trending political topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Ep. 181 - How Deadly is a Bee Sting? Managing Anaphylaxis with Today’s Medicine 57:05

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In this episode of The Smartest Doctor in the Room, Dr. Mitchell welcomes allergy expert Dr. David Golden Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins to explore the critical topic of anaphylaxis — the most dangerous allergy. They discuss what anaphylaxis really is, how it presents differently in individuals, and the latest advancements in treatment, inclu…

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ATGthePodcast 280 - A Conversation with Richard Sever, Assistant Director, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press 1:00:21

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Today’s episode features guest host Michael Upshall (guest editor, Charleston Briefings) who talks with Richard Sever, Assistant Director, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press. Richard earned his PhD in molecular biology and has been with Cold Spring Harbor for over 17 years. He recently became Chief Science and Strategy Officer at Open Archive, whi…

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KBLA Talk 1580 Live Special: Trump Deploys Troops To LA (Part 3) 58:24

12d ago58:24

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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.…

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KBLA Talk 1580 Live Special: Trump Deploys Troops To LA (Part 2) 57:37

12d ago57:37

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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/sup…

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KBLA Talk 1580 Live Special: Trump Deploys Troops To LA (Part 1) 57:25

12d ago57:25

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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.…

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Mopreme Shakur joins Tavis Smiley 13:37

13d ago13:37

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As we celebrate the birthday weekend of Tupac Shakur, his stepbrother Mopreme Shakur joins Tavis in studio with an update about his family’s ongoing efforts to find justice for his untimely death 29 years ago. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Dean Van Nguyen joins Tavis Smiley 21:27

14d ago21:27

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Dean Van Nguyen, the Irish-Vietnamese author of the new book, “Words for My Comrades: A Political History of Tupac Shakur,” joins the show as we celebrate the late artist’s birthday weekend. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Christine Goodman joins Tavis Smiley 37:12

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Christine Goodman, Pepperdine University law professor and constitutional law expert, joins Tavis in studio to review the current term of the U.S. Supreme Court, which wraps up later this month. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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John Nichols joins Tavis Smiley 36:10

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John Nichols, National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation magazine, talks about Trump's use of military force on civilians and the Progressive response this weekend with “No Kings Day” protests scheduled nationwide. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Dr. Charles C. Daniels Jr. joins Tavis Smiley 35:47

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With June being Men's Health Month and Father's Day around the corner, Tavis talks with Dr. Charles Daniel Jr., co-founder and CEO of the nonprofit organization Father's Uplift and author of the new book "Present: The Crisis of American Fatherhood and The Power of Showing Up." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tav…

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Jonathan Cohen joins Tavis Smiley 15:34

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Jonathan D. Cohen, author of the new text “Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling,” is back with a breakdown of the problem plaguing young men and so many communities. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Colorado State Sen. Tony Exum joins Tavis Smiley 21:10

16d ago21:10

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Colorado Springs Democrat Sen. Tony Exum explains how he was able to pass a new requirement to teach Black history in Colorado schools in the midst of the national DEI pushback. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Judd Legum joins Tavis Smiley 35:58

16d ago35:58

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Judd Legum, author of the political newsletter Popular Information, and former Hillary Clinton insider, gives his progressive take on how Democrats should respond to President Donald Trump’s domestic use of the military. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Daphnique Springs joins Tavis Smiley 16:31

17d ago16:31

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Comedian Daphnique Springs talks about her new Hulu special “LOL! Live,” her upcoming Juneteenth show at the Icehouse in Pasadena, and her national tour dates. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.By KBLA Talk 1580

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Rachel Laryea joins Tavis Smiley 20:10

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Jay King joins Tavis Smiley 14:25

17d ago14:25

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Grammy-nominated singer, record producer, and founder of the legendary R&B group Club Nouveau, Jay King, talks to Tavis about the multifaceted funk frontman and visionary musician Sly Stone, who passed away Monday at age 82. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Marcus Anthony Hunter joins Tavis Smiley 34:44

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Rabbi Steven Jacobs & Edward Ahmed Mitchell joins Tavis Smiley 22:29

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Adolph Reed joins Tavis Smiley 36:17

18d ago36:17

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Adolph Reed, professor emeritus of political science at the University of Pennsylvania, is back with his take on the demise of the Democrats, the predictable meltdown of the Trump-Musk bromance, and how we bounce back from it all. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Paul Allen Billings joins Tavis Smiley 15:45

18d ago15:45

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Paul Allen Billings, General Manager of our affiliate stations WHBP in Orlando, Florida and WUVS in Muskegon, Michigan, tells us about the ultimate radio promotion - a free trip to Africa for low-income kids! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Leah Boustan joins Tavis Smiley 19:30

18d ago19:30

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Leah Boustan, Princeton economics professor and co-author of the text, “Streets of Gold: America's Untold Story of Immigrant Success,” exposes right-wing myths about crime by America’s newest residents. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.…

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Barbara McQuade joins Tavis Smiley 35:51

18d ago35:51

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Barbara McQuade, former U.S. Attorney and author of the New York Times bestselling book “Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America,” tells us how disinformation and violence are part of the same authoritarian playbook. Plus, the latest on Donald Trump deploying the National Guard to LA amid immigration raids. Become a supporter o…