First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

Noelle Reid, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician and the medical director of Trinity Health and Wellness Medical Group, located in Culver City, California. Dr. Reid completed medical school at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Before pursuing her medical degree, Dr. Reid was a trained dancer, and she is currently a certified yoga teacher and uses Pilates in her healing practice.https://www.instagram.com/noellereidmd/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noellereidmd

LA City and County's resources for small business support is our Wealth Building Wednesday topic. Next, DiPrima open phones lines for callers to weigh in on trending topics. The question of Black/Brown relations dominates the conversation.https://business.lacity.gov/ https://opportunity.lacounty.gov/ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2026-creative-pathways-social-tickets-1991934278047?aff=oddtdtcreator

Attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, Esq. argus that Ai is changing the court systems making it a paradox method during court findings. unreliable voting polls. Atty. Person-Lynn also analyzes the inaugural Los Angeles Jazz Festival, billed as one of the largest Black-owned jazz festivals in the U.S., was canceled just days before it was set to begin on August 7, 2026, and will now take place in 2027.https://www.instagram.com/lincolnlawyerla/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaaye-person-lynn-esq-87910255/

The LA Jazz Festival was cancelled just days before its scheduled launch. Planned as 17 days of community-based events, socially innovative programming and international artists, culminating in a massive two-day concert on the beach. Since its 11th hour cancellation - the internet and the mainstream media have been wildly speculating. What Really happened? Martin Ludlow is the founder and visionary behind the festival and has spent the past fifteen years working to put it on its feet. Ludlow has 35 years of behind-the-scenes work in the music and social justice movement as a community organizer and producer of large-scale events.https://www.instagram.com/lajazzfestival/

Dominique DiPrima and Dr. Nii Quartelai Quartey break down the issues in today's primary election, speak on Oprah Winfrey's disavowal of Dr. Oz and Dr. Phil, look at Stephen A. Smith's dust up with the NABJ and explore the threats to Black-owned and independent media. Dr. Quartey is a journalist, educator, and KBLA Talk 1580 Chief National Affairs Analyst.https://www.instagram.com/drniiquartelai/

Dominique DiPrima is a five-time EMMY Award winner and NAB Crystal award recipient. On this pod she untangles the latest on the killing of Keith Porter, the 29 attorneys general suing META, the trial of Tupac's alleged murder shot caller and Jeanie Buss's surprise move to stop the sale of her family's stake in the L.A. Lakers.https://kbla1580.com/

Actress/Comedian Del Harrison has made the choice to remain celibate until she is married. On this podcast we look at the benefits and perils of celibacy, the incel epidemic, the battle of the sexes and how to navigate the dating scene as a person of faith. https://kombyeapp.web.app/ https://www.instagram.com/iamdelharrison/

On this podcast we look at the astrological outlook for Virgo season, self-love, discernment vs. judgment and physical and spiritual techniques for feeling better and taking our power back. In the second half of the hour Dominique reads between the headlines on the wars in Iran and Gaza and Stephen A. Smith's war with the NABJ.https://www.smabelles.org/

On this podcast we break down the case of the cop who tried to report other cops for hundreds of racist, sexist and homophobic comments and why he's now facing 13 years in prison for doing the right thing. Also in the conversation: a win on Time Place and Manners, a progressive politician who turns out to be actually progressive and justice for Jaque Raybin.

Ramila Tekle and Sofia Olmedo graduated from St. Mary's Academy in 2026 at the top of their class and are headed to UC Berkeley and UC Davis, respectively. On this podcast they share their Gen Z views on everything from education, to breaking stereotypes, to AI to how to make change. https://www.smabelles.org/

On this edition of #FreedmenFridays we take a look at the mental health aspect of reparations. Dr. Ramel Smith, PhD, LP, CMPC AKA Dr. Ramel Kweku Amoasi Akyirefi is a licensed psychologist in Wisconsin. Since 2007, Dr. Kweku has been the President of BLAQUESMITH Psychological Consultative Services, LLC. A fierce advocate for social justice and community empowerment; Dr. Smith is regularly asked, to provide commentary on issues of mental health. Dr. Kweku recently published a piece titled “Opinion: In Milwaukee’s racial climate, there is a problem behind the problem that creates anarchy, chaos and division.”

On this podcast we speak on the incredible story of Biddy Mason, an enslaved woman who walked from Mississippi to California, fought for her freedom in court and rose to become one of the most powerful and influential landowners in Los Angeles. She was co-founder of the First AME Church and we are joined by its pastor, Dr. Timothy Tyler and Rev. Judi Wortham leads the churches community outreach.https://famechurchla.org/

Lenny McAllister is a Senior Fellow with the Commonwealth Foundation. Lenny has appeared regularly as a nationally renowned op-ed writer, political analyst, and media staple on outlets ranging from Radio New Zealand and Sirius XM Radio to CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. He has also been a featured speaker at events including the Pennsylvania Leadership Conference and the Conservative Political Action Conference. His new book is "A Venn Diagram of One: An American Story."https://www.lennymcallister.com/

Felicia Morris, better known by her stage name, The Poetess, is a pioneering rap artist, hip hop historian and radio personality. On this podcast these two hip hop lifers weigh in on their own journeys, hip hop's origin stories and the erasure of Black women.https://www.morrismediastudios.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ogpoetess/

Dominique DiPrima is a writer, producer, community activist, Emmy award winning television host and longtime radio broadcaster. On this podcast she speaks on the role of Latino voters in Cali and nationwide and the intersections, conflicts and coalitions with Black voters.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

Mori Taheripour is a globally recognized negotiation expert and a 12-time award-winning Wharton instructor. She is the author of Bring Yourself: How to Negotiate Fearlessly On this podcast Mori Taheripour invites you to reimagine negotiation. Not as a contentious battle to be won, but as an opportunity for collaborative problem solving.https://www.moritaheripour.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mtaheripour/

Cali Kara, owner of the line dance company Rhythm and Release is in the wealth building spotlight. She is using dance to help folks lose weight, have fun and teaming up with mental health providers to bring relief through joyous movement.https://www.instagram.com/caliii_karaaa/

On today's pod DiPrima is in her hallelujah era after Mayor Karen Bass stopped by Leimert Park to bring some relief to businesses and residents in connection with Destination Crenshaw (AKA Procrastination Crenshaw) including her own early morning parking spot. And she breaks down the billionaire wealth tax on Cali's November ballot and why rich people are paying millions to stop it. 

Scholars say it's Hip Hop's 53rd birthday. What do you say? UraelB is a hip hop emcee from Inglewood. He found his creative expression amidst harsh realities through poetry and writing raps since age 13. Miles Low is a rap artist from Las Vegas and host of The Do Better Show on KBLA 1580. On this pod we speak on the origin story of hip hop, where we are today and their own artistry.https://www.uraelb.com/ https://www.mileslowmusic.com/

Dick is a long-time publisher, Vietnam Veteran and antiwar activist. Dick, and his wife Sharon Kyle, launched the LA Progressive in 2008 with a mission to provide a platform for progressive thought and opinion. On this podcast Dick speaks on his own experience in the Viet Nam war and his analysis on U.S. wars around the globe and the lessons of Viet Nam. https://www.laprogressive.com/

On this podcast we look at the perils and opportunities for Black women's health in the MAGA era - from miscarriage care to mental health to menopause education to rites of passage. Janette Robinson Flint is the Executive Director of Black Women for Wellness.https://www.instagram.com/bw4wla/ https://bwwla.org/

Amra Kioni Abdullah is host of The BLM Youth Vanguard Takeover of This is Not a Drill on KBLA Talk 1580 radio, she is an HBCU student, an activist and an influencer on social media. On this podcast Amara speaks on the state of relationships and dating for Generation Z. It's a collegiate edition of #MessyMonday.https://www.tiktok.com/@amarakioni https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ 

On this podcast Jasmyne and Dominique take on some hot button issues and the demise of some community hubs. Jasmyne Cannick is a delegate for the LA County Democratic Party, a political strategist and an award-winning Gen X journalist.https://www.instagram.com/hellojasmyne/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Saharah Ali is an astrologer, meditation instructor, yoga teacher and sound healer. On this podcast she launches us into eclipse season, Mercury in Leo a meteor shower and a time of unexpected upheavals and sudden change. Saharah leads us on a guided meditation and affirmation to ground us for the week ahead.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://saharahali.com/ 

Diamond Ice Girl is one of the first to wear the mantle of West Coast female gangsta rappers. She was an original member of Gangsta B**ch Mentality. GBM: Sylk-E. Fyne, Chan Loc aka Big Chan, Diamond & T-Ski GBM was a group put together by Eazy-E, they recorded on Ruthless Records in the nineties. On this pod Diamond shares little-known tales of early West Coast rap.https://www.instagram.com/diamondicegirl/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Khansa Jones-Muhammad, better known as Friday Jones, is a reparations advocate and educator. KJ is the Vice President of the Los Angeles Reparations Advisory Commission, President and Co-Facilitator of the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants, founding steering member of a Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, anchor organization for the California AB3121 Task Force, and former Co-Chair and founding member of NAASD Los Angeles.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On Monday August 10, the City of Santa Monica is naming a street after Silas White, the creator of The Ebony Beach Club as part of its reparations initiative, now known as "the Restorative Justice Commission." On this podcast Santa Monica Mayor Caroline Torosis and City Councilmember Barry Snell update us on the story of The Ebony Beach Club and the future of reparations in the California city. We kick off the hour with a discussion of progressive posers, fake socialists and the Black agenda in socialist circles.https://www.santamonica.gov/ https://santamonica.granicus.com/boards/w/f68e647b41067016 https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Paris McCoy is the Executive Director of Tec Leimert. Ms. McCoy is a multifaceted professional, who transforms intricate ideas into visually compelling narratives as a Transmedia Creative Producer and Technologist, Cinematographer, and Business Strategist. Tec Leimert is a hub of Technology Entertainment Convergence, of Art & Tech leaders in South LA. https://www.instagram.com/TECLeimert/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

DiPrima breaks down America's race factor and explains more about Nolan Well's death and impact, and more hot topics. Next, DiPrima open phone lines for callers can weight in. https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Ed Sanders is a KBLA correspondent and the founder and CEO of E.S. Advisors an electoral and public policy consulting firm. On this podcast Dominique & Ed argue about governmental progressive candidates, Campagne platforms, and DiPrima gives new update on Destination Crenshaw construction procrastination.https://bridgestreetinc.com/ed-sander Twitter: @EdwardMSanders https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this episode of Well-Being Wednesday, medical correspondent, Dr. Leo Moore, MD focuses on how AI is being used by people seeking care, in the medical field, in mental health care and how to use it safely. Each month we will focus on an important health topic and put a spotlight on a cutting-edge advancement in health science or technology. Dr. Moore, MD, MSHPM is an internal medicine, HIV medicine and lifestyle medicine physician. Dr. Moore is author of The Men's Preventive Health Guide: What to Check, When to Check It and Why It Matters.https://www.instagram.com/drleomoore/ https://drleomoore.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Pastor Kyron Shorter is the Senior Pastor of Bethesda Temple Church on Los Angeles' Crenshaw Corridor. On this podcast he Pastor Shorter speaks on the community demands of the city of Los Angeles, City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and the Destination Crenshaw organization in response to the six-year-delayed construction project which has harmed home and business owners as well as community residents. This follows the packed town hall meeting Pastor hosted at his church in collaboration with KBLA Talk 1580 radio. https://kbla1580.com/ / @kyronshorter7631 https://www.wearebethesda.org/pastor https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Now that LA County and California State fire officials have found that Southern California Edison started the Altadena/Eaton Canyon fire what's next for fire survivors and California taxpayers?https://kbla1580.com/ https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this podcast former NY Times journalist Angela Dodson reflects on America's history of resistance and her book on the subject.https://x.com/angelapdodson

Dominique is not having the talking points or the propaganda on this day. Why do Black People call the police for help? What does that guy's immigration status have to do with it? Why are we falling for RFK's health propaganda? Where is the help for older Americans? Why is Trump using the Nazi playbook? These and more questions are in the conversation.@diprimaradio //www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Veteran comics, stars of TV, film and stand-up stages are bringing their beloved comedy showcase, "Whacked Out Wednesday" back to the valley the first Wednesday of every month. Buddy Lewis and Kym Whitley have us laughing our butts off as they juggle GPS, media calls and trading comedic jabs.https://www.instagram.com/kymwhitley/ https://www.instagram.com/therealbuddylewisjokes/ https://www.hahacomedyclub.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Dr. Kellie Jones is Professor in Art History and Archaeology and the Institute for Research in African American Studies (IRAAS) at Columbia University. On this podcast she speaks on the art and legacy of legendary assemblage artist and Black Arts Movement creator Bettye Saar who passed away last week. just days before her one hundredth birthday.https://www.drkelliejones.com/ https://hammer.ucla.edu/now-dig-this https://betyesaar.com/ @diprimaradio //www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Sahrah Ali offers a guided meditation and affirmation plus an astrological overview for Venus in Libra. Ms. Ali is a meditation instructor, yoga teacher and sound healer. Then Dominique opens the phone lines on national and international topics.https://saharahali.com/ @diprimaradio //www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this pod, Dominique is joined by Professor and Activist LaMikia Castillo to talk about DA Nathan Hochman's latest unconscionable decision, how to get corporations to stop selling your data and other local controversies.@diprimaradio 

Michael D. McCarty Internationally acclaimed storyteller, former Black Panther presents African American and International folktales, historical tales, stories of science, spiritual stories as well as stories of the brilliant and absolutely absurd things he has done in his life. His stories inform, educate, inspire, and amuse. He breaks down on today's pod the demoniacs of reading books and the fundamentals on storytelling, and how reading impacts inmates he visits inside of Prison Institutions.https://inlandstorytellers.org/MichaelDMcCarty.html https://actaonline.org/artist_roster_item/michael-d-mccarty/ https://updated.dreamshapers.org/michael-d-mccarty/

Sharon Kyle is the publisher of LA Progressive, a digital magazine that reaches over 2 million readers annually and covers a wide array of social justice issues, including civil liberties, civil rights, immigration, education, racism, and health care. She elaborates on her writings and articles, which polishes the subject of race, racial exclusion, Black and White racial Relations, and racial violence in the community as it becomes a norm in society.https://www.instagram.com/sharon.kyle/ https://www.facebook.com/SharonKyle00/

Tim Kornegay Director of Operations at Urban Alchemy LA. Unhoused, CVI specialist, organizer, and justice reform advocate dedicated to reducing violence, expanding reentry pathways, and empowering system-impacted communities. On this pod he breaks down the current state of mass incarceration voting restrictions, the state of voting rights protections within the community, politicians' responsibility with the unhoused, and Urban Alchemy LA taken on community challenges to assist unhoused in Los Angeles.https://www.instagram.com/heshima50/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-kornegay-3b138a10b

Shar Jossell is an award‑winning journalist, culture critic, and media personality whose career spans broadcast, print, and digital platforms. She is best known for her work in entertainment, pop culture, gender, politics, and race, and for her role as President of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJLA). On this pod she breaks down the current state of journalism and media as well as the attacks on the free press along with host Dominique Diprima.https://www.facebook.com/sharsaysso/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SharSaysSo https://www.instagram.com/sharsaysso/

#wealthbuilding On this pod we delve into how to shop verified Black-owned businesses and why it's important. We look at the revelations from Ben Crump's press conference following the independent autopsy for Nolan Wells and what it tells us about the case, and we put a progressive lens on other national and international headlines.https://verifiedblackowned.org/

On this podcast we break down Time, Place and Manner restrictions around campus activism and how they are harming Black students in particular and how they can be dismantled. We are joined by SFSU student activist Mikaela Ellis, a member of the BLM Youth Vanguard and Cal State LA Professor and BLM Grassroots Director Dr. Melina Abdullah.https://www.instagram.com/docmellymel/ https://www.facebook.com/public/Melina-Abdullah/

What do Black children need to thrive in education? Dr. Jon Carroll was a grade level dean at the elite Harvard-Westlake School and now he is starting his own independent institution specifically geared towards Black students. On this pod we focus on what works for African American students, what doesn't...And how Jabali Academy is stepping up to meet the need.https://jabaliacademy.org/ //www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

It's a Talking Point Tuesday and Dominique goes toe-to-toe Republican pundit and Project 21 outreach director, Terris Todd. The push for the privatization of everything, the school voucher movement and the Trump administration's targeting progressive voices as "left wing extremists" are all in the conversation.https://nationalcenter.org/project-21/ //www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

On this podcast we get to the truth about Sickle Cell Disease, cures, care and what you need to know. Dr. Lakiea Bailey is the founder of the Sickle Cell Consortium. She was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease at the age of three.https://www.sicklecellconvention.org/

On this episode of #MessyMondays we are joined by writer, music artist and award-winning documentary filmmaker Jeff Lucky. He is the creator of the interactive dating experience Certified Friends which convenes monthly in Los Angeles. Using humor, fun and plugs from friends, Jeff wants to help the "grown and intentional" to find love.

On our Mindful Mondays pod Sahrah Ali breaks down Barbot's Basket astrological configuration, Jupiter in Leo and Uranus in Gemini and the emergence of collective consciousness. Ms. Ali is a meditation instructor, astrologer, sound healer, sound bath specialist and yoga teacher.https://saharahali.com/