KBLA Talk 1580 Unleashes Bold Lineup: Tavis Smiley, Cornel West, and More Take the Mic

KBLA Talk 1580 Unleashes Bold Lineup: Tavis Smiley, Cornel West, and More Take the Mic

By Staff

NEW YORK, January 8, 2025, 11 a.m. - KBLA-AM Talk 1580 this week is shaking up the airwaves with a bold new weekday lineup featuring heavyweights like Tavis Smiley, Dr. Cornel West, Jesse Jackson Jr., D.L. Hughley, and Nina Turner, marking a new era for progressive Black talk media.

Listeners in Los Angeles and beyond can tune in to a lineup designed to tackle the hottest issues with unapologetic candor. “Truth Time,” co-hosted by West and Turner, kicks off at noon PT, promising fiery discussions that challenge the status quo.

“We have a responsibility to elevate the conversation,” West declared, aiming to shine a light on critical social issues.

Meanwhile, Jackson will take listeners on a ride through trending topics in “The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show,” mixing insightful commentary with diverse guests.

“Authentic conversations around issues that matter are essential,” Jackson emphasized.

Afternoons feature “A More Perfect Union” with Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, who plans to dissect current events and pop culture without pulling any punches.

“We’re here to address the uncomfortable truths that often go unspoken,” Quartey said, aiming to provide a space for honest reflection.

Founder and top host Tavis Smiley is beaming with pride over the station’s innovative lineup, boasting an extraordinary range of talent.

“No other talk station can compete with this intellectual firepower,” he said, noting KBLA's commitment to amplifying Black women’s voices with hosts like Dominique DiPrima, the first Black woman to host a morning talk show in L.A.

In the wake of longtime host Robin Ayers’ passing, entertainment reporter Jill Munroe returns to bring daily celebrity insights from 6 to 7 pm, ensuring that KBLA remains a vital source for both news and entertainment.

With an ambitious new schedule, KBLA Talk 1580 is set to redefine the landscape of Black talk radio—making waves and sparking conversations that resonate far beyond the airwaves.