(Air Date 4/9/24) In Los Angeles, former City Councilman Mark Ridley Thomas has been appealing his conviction on federal charges. Our expert legal team, Mansfield Collins and Bobby Grace are here to lay out the facts of the case and remind us of the unique way within which this prosecution sought a convic

(Air Date 4/8/24) Throughout the country, recent policies have been passed that are essentially rolling back efforts to reform the criminal justice system. Much of that policy change is driven by data and perception of crime. This includes influences at home, in the media, places of worship and beyond. Our guests are Professors Charis Kubrin of UC Irvine, and David Ikard of Vanderbilt University and they paint a vivid reality of media distortion of data, correlations between domestic violence risk factors and these policies, and our own internal bias around crime. Do not miss this fascinating episode.

(Air Date 4/4/24) This episode is guest-hosted by Angelique Francis, host of “In the Sweet Spot w/ Angelique Francie” on KBLA. We are lifting up stories of resilience and strength with tonight’s guest Mildred Mills, who has penned a fascinating memoir of her journey from picking cotton in Mississippi, to fashion modeling, to unearthing suppressed trauma and becoming a symbol for survivors of violence and a vocal advocate for healing through storytelling and finding strength to rebuild.

(Air Date 4/2/24) Today we honor “World Autism Day”! We always uplift stories that display the tremendous work being done on behalf of children on the autism spectrum. Our leadership on this issue is unwavering and so is the spirit of our guests Erik Williams, Founder of the non-profit “Project Elijah Empowering Autism” and his friend Derek S. Greene, attorney and former Philadelphia City Councilman. These men share their firsthand experiences raising children on the spectrum and share guidance and hope for parents who are going through, or will be going through that journey with their child.

(Air Date 4/1/24) Vice President Kamala Harris receives a ton of criticism for how she has approached the role over the last four years, but many say those critiques are unfair and unfounded. Saint Louis Univ. Professor, Dr. Joel Goldstein is here to set the record straight on the importance of the office of Vice President, and the historic achievements of Vice Pres. Harris.

(Air Date 3/28/24) We are excited to bring you a lively discussion with our resident relationship experts, Dr. Ish Major and Dr. Dianne Stewart. They break down the concept of “nice guys” and delve into how women and men find this label useful or obsolete when it comes to dating.

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Areva Martin takes over afternoon drive time and takes on the day’s trending and under-the-radar real time headlines, bringing you her unflinching analysis and input from trusted contributors, news makers, and everyday people impacted by

(Air Date 4/11/24) Today former football legend, and entertainer Orenthal James Simpson died at the age of 76. Our guests tonight legal expert Mansfield Collins Esq. and Democratic Strategist Jamarr Brown offer a multigenerational perspective on OJ’s impact, from his historic career on the gridiron, to his transition to Hollywood fame, and the infamous double murder trial acquittal that shocked the world.

(Air Date 3/26/24) Our favorite film critics, Reggie Ponder & Emanuel “E-Man” Noisette, join Areva to break down two recent Netflix biopics featuring Civil rights icons; the newly released ‘Shirley’ & the Oscar-nominated ‘Rustin’ and their thoughts on the direction Hollywood is going as DEI policies continue to be eliminated.

(Air Date 3/25/24) Between news reports that people in Flint Michigan still do not have drinking water, and the rising costs of water solutions, we ask the questions that people want to know; how safe is our drinking water? As part of KBLA’s commitment to climate justice, we bring on the Sustainability & Resource Manager from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Adrian Hightower to educate us on water quality. Then we have Kyle Jones, an activist and Legal Policy Director for the Community Water Council in Central Valley California on to help us understand what policies and practices are making a difference in climate justice.