Frontpage Tampa Bay with Ed Narain

The Honorable Sean Shaw discusses Black voters and Tuesday’s Primary Election. We also take listener calls on whether public compliments given to your partner by other people are ok.

This week we sit down with four Black male educators, Aaron Berry, Kevin Hoze, Jay McNair, and Dayna Thompson, to talk about their experiences in the education system, how to best help our children, and how to get more Black men into the teaching profession.

NFL YET Center Site Lead Jamal Jefferson discusses takeovers and how his team has worked with local teenagers to provide safe places for young people to gather and have fun after hours. Also, the two-time Emmy award winner, Kathy Times drops by to share about an upcoming Singles Ministry workshop at her church.

Attorney Karen Skyers discusses why families need to develop estate plans to protect their assets. We also take your calls about the Tuskegee University dress code banning bonnets, pajamas, and du-rags in common areas.

Anji Corley, Allyson Kerr (Lelora Foundation) and Dr. Sabari Radhakrishnan (Florida Medical Clinic) join host Kenya Woodard for a focused roundtable on the complications that many women face dealing with fibroids.

DJ Ekin guests host. Tanya Batchelor, Regional Director of the Southeastern Region of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., discusses how the organization is giving back to the region as more than 5,000 members convene in Tampa for its national conference. Safe & Sound Hillsborough Executive Director Freddy Barton discusses initiatives under the #SafeSummerSeries that are giving local youth positive alternatives to participating in teen takeovers.

Chadwick L. Leonard, author of the Framework Newsletter and Podcast explains AI policy and how AI can help improve the lives of everyday people. We also discuss the Nolan Wells case and take your calls about long waits at the doctor’s office.

Jarvis El-Amin and a host of barbers and volunteers discuss the upcoming Barbers Strong event at the Skills Center. We’re also joined by Natalie Freeman, Investment Advisor with Edward Jones to talk about her career path, why visions matter, and how young people can start saving now.

Stephanie Wynn, CEO of the Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation discusses her journey battling IBD and Crohn’s disease. Tina Young of Project Link, Inc sheds light on the changes in school physicals requirement and the upcoming free immunization events in the community. Our hosts also take your calls about the latest happenings in the community.

The New York Knicks championship and what it means to the mental health of men, why dads matter, potential property tax changes, and how Japanese culture could be a model for American culture.

(Replay) - Dameon Clay, L.M.H.C. joins the show to talk about the status of young boys and men in society and how we can help them overcome the unique challenges modern society presents.

This week we sit down with the writers and producers of “The Lorraine”, Melvin and Marvin Coleman to talk about Dr. King’s legacy, producing shows in Atlanta, and creating spaces for the culture to flourish. We also take your calls about perimenopause and how women are managing the symptoms.

Today we sit down with retired, NFL Players Association Tampa chapter president, Jerry Bell to talk about his time in college, being drafted by the Buccaneers, and his role as a retired player helping the community and other retired players. We also talk about teachers and nurses' annual celebrations and the upcoming Bowl with the Pros fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Dr. Angella Tomlinson, Dr. Gail MacDonald, and Dr. Lorraine Tomlinson of Tomlinson Dental discuss their groundbreaking practice and Rev. Louis Murphy and Michelle Man from Mt. Zion Progressive Baptist Church join the show to talk about the St. Petersburg Summer Band Camp 2026. The hosts also discuss why graduation celebration zones could make sense.

The latest community developments around the teen takeovers, Dr. Cheyanne Bryant’s credentials, the Julio Foolio trial verdicts, and tasteless jokes at celebrity roasts are all discussed.

Dr. Sandra Braham, President and CEO of Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services, discusses her life growing up with a mother dealing with mental illness, living in foster care, and overcoming adversity to become an author, speaker, and Hall of Famer. We also talk about the latest teen takeover and the hantavirus.

Mental health advocate and Super Bowl winning Quarterback BJ Daniels to discuss his career, his personal travels, and his book Beyond the Redzone. We also take your calls on last week’s audition.

We playback some of our "best of" moments with our hosts.

Dameon Clay, LMHC and CEO of Silver Linings joins the show to discuss how to help men open up about their mental health struggles to prevent domestic violence. Pastor Forrest Fleming and Brother John from the Crossover Church discuss their upcoming Fight Club: Men's Health Summit and why men should take better care of their physical health. Also auditions to replace Kenya ... all in fun!

DJ Ekin joins the show and gives his thoughts on a plethora of topics. We also discuss the "responsibilities" at family holiday gatherings, if entertainers still should be supported when their political views are in conflict with the public's perception of them and if the Artemis 2 launch was an amazing feat of science or a hoax.

Community builders Ernest Coney Sr and Chloe Coney share their story on the roles they've played in helping Tampa's African American community as history making, ceiling breakers in Florida.

Pinellas County Commissioner Rene Flowers discusses her history representing the constituents of Pinellas County, how she got started, and what’s next for the area. Bill Betts, District Resource Teacher of the Hillsborough County School district also joins the show to talk about the upcoming Father’s and Families Summit. Listener calls on the cancelling of certain musical artists.

Gwen Hewitt, Area Development Director for the United Negro College Fund of Florida, and BCU Alumnus HaLia Braynon, MSW discuss UNCF’s upcoming Mayor’s Masked Ball and how the community can get involved to support students. The hosts also discuss the reality of last-minute wedding proposals.

Ersula Odom, CEO of Sula Too Publishing, talks about International Women's History Month and “hidden figures” from the Tampa Bay area. The hosts also take listener calls about economic boycotts and their impact on communities of color.

Ashley Butler, owner and Franchisor of Ice Cold Air discusses her career path from franchisee to owner, and how anyone can do it too. The hosts also discuss bad prom experiences, whether ex’s should be invited to your wedding and listener thoughts.

Latosha Hoskins, founder of Multiple Reasons and Dr. Brandon Blue of Moffitt Cancer to discuss the rise of Multiple Myeloma in the Black and Hispanic communities and how it can be treated and managed more effectively. The hosts also discuss disciplining misbehaving school children and whether pajamas should be banned on flights.

Halvern Johnson, Engagement and Advisor Manager with Gulfside Healthcare Services discusses options for families when dealing with end-of-life care. We also are joined by Mrs. Patricia Harris (Kenya’s mom) to talk about her experiences at the National Black Political Convention (1972) and Jesse Jackson’s role in inspiring generations of Americans.

Hillsborough County Public Defender Lisa McLean and Chief Strategy Officer Dee Jones discuss the department’s newest initiative “Street Legal” that brings the services of the Public Defender’s office directly to the community. We also take your calls about happenings in your neighborhood.

“Fit by 50” author Chris Garrido talks about his 147-pound weight loss and how anyone can accomplish their goals and transform their life. We also take your calls about healthy living, remedies for allergies, and whether people deserve second chances when not pulling their weight in relationships.

Tampa Bay Collard Greens Festival co-founder Boyzell Hosey discusses the 9th installment of the event and its impact on the area. The hosts also talk "snow flurries" here in the Bay.

This week we sit down with City of Tampa Black History Month Committee President Katrina House and Frank Crum to talk about their annual Black History Month celebration and the upcoming Black Love Movie series at Tampa Theatre. Your hosts also discuss hitting middle age.

Bemetra Simmons, President and CEO of the Tampa Bay Partnership, discusses the organization’s new Housing Equation Report and affordability issues in the region. Also, Samantha Harris, with the St. Pete MLK Parade, talks expectations for the 36th annual edition of the event.

NFL Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks discusses the importance of taking care of your health and an upcoming Men’s Health Forum in St. Pete.

Life Coach Bridgette Simmonds talks New Year intentions and ways to get ready for 2026. Ernest and Chloe Coney and their life-long work in the Tampa Bay community.

Community builders Ernest Coney, Sr. and Chloe Coney, and the roles they’ve played in helping Tampa’s African American community.

World-renowned photojournalist Octavio Jones talks his career in journalism and working special assignments. Also, is Santa showing up at Kenya's for Christmas?

Dameon Clay, L.M.H.C. talks the status of young boys and men in society and how we can help them overcome the unique challenges modern society presents.

Tradition vs. change, getting older, people not returning text messages and why Kenya doesn’t like praise teams.

Angelina Ryan with A-1 Opportunities discusses their upcoming Christmas fundraiser and the work they are doing to support the community.

This week we sit down with “Money” Michelle Blalock to talk about XELLO - the free resource for k-12 students in Florida public schools for career planning. Also, listener calls about the new federal professional education degree designations that exclude nursing and education.

Anji Corley co-hosts, and we talk with Matthew Hale, the founder of “We Gonna Learn Today” about his volume of Black History education books. We also discuss the generational divide within the community.

Nikki Gaskin - Capehart, CEO of the Pinellas County Urban League, discusses their upcoming Sip. Savor. Vibe fundraiser and the programs the PCUL is utilizing to renovate the community.

This week we sit down with Gregg Buckshon and Jake Ann Morton of the Pinellas Diaspora Arts Project to discuss the Tampa Bay Urban Futures Festival. We also take listener confessions about things that may or may not get your card taken.

Nurse Practitioner Ronsha Brown discusses prevention, early detection, screenings, and all things medical health. Also, is time travel is a real possibility?

Lisa Benson of the Benson Advantage discusses how to get your child to college and get it paid for. We also discuss “rogue” aunties and uncles who “teach” the kids when you’re not around.

Attorney Chemere Ellis, President of the George Edgecomb Bar Association discusses the upcoming expungement workshop and how to have records cleared. We also discuss "what the line is" for leaders of faith.

Howard Harris, Alex Massey, and Rocky Ratliff - organizers of the 2026 Martin Luther King Day Parade Committee discuss a new scholarship program, local funding efforts, and how the community can support the annual parade. We also talk pet peeves on the road and in church.

Devona Foster Pierre and Shameka Askew of the Brain Expansion Scholastic Training organization (B.E.S.T.) discuss their upcoming gala and how B.E.S.T. is preparing the next generation for careers in medicine. We also settle the Fall debate of whether Apple or Pumpkin is America’s favorite.

This week's topics - Is the behavior of prominent figures bad behavior overlooked by the public? Florida’s new open carry law. How “church hurt” still impacts individuals in the social media era.

HCPS Family and Community Engagement Leader William Betts talks "Dads Take Your Child to School Day" on September 25. Immigration attorney Danielle Hernandez talks immigration laws and what’s happening with the recent federal policy changes.