My guest is Professor Samuel Jay Keyser, a world-renowned theoretical linguist. He's celebrated for his groundbreaking work on the English language and his unique linguistic approach to literary criticism. Professor Keyser joins us to discuss his new book, Play It Again Sam: Repetition in the Arts, published by MIT Press. Beyond his academic achievements at institutions like Brandeis, University College London, and MIT, Professor Keyser is also an accomplished jazz trombonist and bandleader, well-known in the Boston jazz scene.

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Join me as I sit down with Brigette LeBlanc, the trailblazing President and CEO of the San Francisco African American Chamber of Commerce! As the first woman to lead the Chamber, Brigette shares her incredible journey, insights, and vision.

With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience through her company LeBlanc and Associates, Brigette is a renowned global event and meeting specialist. A native San Franciscan, she also made history as the first Black woman Event Manager at San Francisco City Hall. Get ready to be inspired by a leader who consistently curates impactful events and builds powerful community connections.

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Join me for a conversation with longtime Bay Area entertainer T.G. Lighted. Hear stories from his incredible 50+ year career, performing alongside icons like Sly Stone, James Brown, and The Delfonics. He also discusses his work empowering artists through TG Lighted Entertainment and his passion for performing live.

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Join me for an inspiring conversation with the legendary Susan Polgar! The first woman to break through the highest ranks of chess, Susan discusses her powerful new memoir, Rebel Queen - The Cold War, Misogyny, and the Making of a Grandmaster. Discover her incredible journey from childhood in Communist Hungary to becoming a world champion, battling societal barriers with brilliance and strategic prowess. This is a story of resilience you won't want to miss!

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My guest is Robert Townsend, known for Hollywood Shuffle, The Five Heartbeats, and The Parent 'Hood. A versatile actor, writer, director, producer, and now stage storyteller, he's here to talk about his one-man show, Living The Shuffle, which explores his self-discovery, artistic journey, and life lessons.

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My guest is C. Liegh McInnis, a distinguished poet, author, and former English instructor at Jackson State University. He is a leading cultural voice, with poetry, essays, and short stories focusing on Black identity, social justice, and cultural heritage. His critical work, "The Lyrics of Prince: A Literary Look at a Creative, Musical Poet, Philosopher, and Storyteller," explores the lyrical and artistic brilliance of Prince Rogers Nelson, highlighting Prince's blend of musicality with deep social commentary, personal introspection, and spiritual exploration.

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Priscilla Lam is a talented actor and visionary producer from Vallejo, California and founder of 11th Hour Creatives, a collaborative of storytellers and filmmakers in the Bay Area. She supports inclusive narratives and platforms for overlooked voices in cinema. A prolific short filmmaker across various genres, Priscilla is also the Director of Community Engagement at BraveMaker, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening community ties and supporting budding filmmakers.

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My guest is renowned graphic artist and novelist Eric Drooker. He’s here to discuss his new book Naked City, the third volume of his City Trilogy series. His first book, Flood - A Novel in Pictures, won the American Book Award. Eric is a frequent cover artist for The New Yorker, and he’s known for incorporating themes of social justice and political commentary in his vivid and expressive style. Eric’s art can be seen in the permanent collections of the Whitney Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and The Brooklyn Museum.

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My guest is Kevin B. Smith, author of the new book, The Jailer’s Reckoning: How Mass Incarceration Is Damaging America. The book addresses the reality that the United States imprisons more people than any other country and that there are social, economic, and political costs to the mass incarceration of millions of people.

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My guest is actor, writer, and producer Lamondo Hill. Lamondo was raised in Richmond, CA and he’s a versatile young actor who’s able to leverage his talent in a variety of interesting and challenging roles. Earlier this year, Lamondo took home the Best Supporting Actor award at the SacTown Movie Buffs Film Festival for his role in the short film Need A Lift.

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