First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

Weekdays 6AM-9AM They say “all politics is local.” The KBLA morning show offers news and commentary from a uniquely different perspective. The show features newsmakers, but also unconventional voices you likely won’t hear anywhere else on LA talk radio; all helmed by one of the most trusted voices in local community advocacy.

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August 10, 2026 43 mins
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/
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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/
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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/
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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.instagr...
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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 ...
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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 discussio...
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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...
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DiPrima breaks down Americas 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/
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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/
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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 physici...
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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 p...
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Now that LA County and Calif 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/
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Michigan State Representative and Democratic candidate for Michigan’s 13th Congressional District Donavan McKinney discusses his campaign, the issues facing his constituents, and the progressive movement.
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August 4, 2026 22 mins
Former Seattle City Councilmember and independent socialist candidate for Washington’s 9th Congressional District Kshama Sawant explains why Democratic Socialists of America-backed Democrats need to be more confrontational if they want to win.
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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
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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/
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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.instagra...
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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...
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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/
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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
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