First Things First With Dominique DiPrima

41:55

Take Your Power Back from the Past: Saharah Ali +...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/05

On this pod meditation instructor/astrologer/sound bath specialist/yoga teacher Saharah Ali leads us on a guided meditation and affirmation and gives us an astrological forecast.https://saharahali.com/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

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42:39

Is the Gardena Jazz Festival in Danger? with Senator...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/05

On this podcast we look at the state of the Gardena Jazz Festival, why are jazz festivals shutting down and concerts being cancelled? Senator Steven Bradfors co-founded the festival when he was a councilmember, and it has been going strong for 23 years. Senator Bradford brought a lifetime of experience to the California Legislature. He held elected office as a Gardena City Councilmember, and later as a State Assemblymember and State Senator.https://www.instagram.com/senatorstevenbradford/

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43:29

Measure E & Proposition 44 & 45 - Saving Measure J to...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/05

Dominique and LaMikia Castillo parse the California Voices Town Hall and Ballot Forum and get started on some of the lesser-known state propositions and a crucial LA County measure. LaMikia Castillo is a professor at USC, a community organizer and the mother of three children under five.https://www.instagram.com/lamikiacastillo/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

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41:36

Congresswoman Maxine Waters Thinks Dems Can Take back...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/02

On this podcast Dominique DiPrima speaks with Congresswoman Maxine Waters about AI, the elections and her belief that Democrats can take back the senate in November. Later in the hour she touches on the Christa Pike and what the botched execution might mean for the future of the death penalty.

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43:54

The Kansas City Reparations Commission is Succeeding...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/02

On this episode of Freedmen Friday Dominique DiPrima sits down with Professor Linwood Tauheed who is a member of the Kansas City Reparations Commission. Linwood Tauheed is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri - Kansas City, and a member of the Graduate Faculty at the University of Missouri - Columbia. He is a member of the Kansas City Reparations Commission.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

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42:14

The DOJ Wants Black Students Out of Law & Medical...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/02

On this podcast Dominique DiPrima and Ed Sanders dissect the Justice Department's campaign to punish UCLA and other post graduate programs for admitting Black students. The defunding of student loans for certain university majors and the dismal decision in the murder of Senior Airman Roger Fortson are also in the conversation. Ed Sanders is the President of ES Advisor a public policy and electoral consulting firm. Dominique DiPrima is a veteran radio and television broadcaster and five-time EMMY

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38:59

Christa Pike Can We Finally Abolish the Death...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/01

On this art-ivist and broadcaster Dominique DiPrima looks at the terrible story of Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike who was lethally injected twice and did not die. What does this say about the death penalty? This and other topline topics are in the conversation. DiPrima is a five-time Emmy award winner and nationally recognized community organizer.https://www.dominiquediprima.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

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42:03

Law Professor Jody Armour: the Election, the...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/01

On this podcast Dominique DiPrima sits down with activist, author and legal mind Jody Armour to take on issues in the 2026 general election. Jody David Armour is the Roy P. Crocker Professor of Law at the University of Southern California. A widely published scholar and popular lecturer, he studies the intersection of race, law, morality, psychology, politics. His book, N*gga Theory: Race, Language, Unequal Justice, and the Law, looks at America’s criminal justice system – among the deadliest and

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41:41

Changing the Culture of Violence with Rev. Oliver...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/10/01

Rev. Oliver E. Buie is a long‑time Los Angeles‑based pastor and community leader, best known for his stewardship of Bel‑Vue Community Presbyterian Church and his extensive work in social justice and community engagement. Sharon Shelton is Chair of the Development Committee of Black Women 4 Positive Change. Seh spent 29 years with the YWCA Greater Los Angeles, Shelton holding several positions, advancing to Vice President of Programs, Chief Operating Officer and serving as Interim Chief Executive

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39:50

From Foster Child to PHD Dr. Charity Chandler-Cole...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/30

On this podcast we look how one woman's hard knock childhood and story of redemption informs her passion for voting and her unique ability to see what ballot propositions are really about. Dr. Charity Chandler-Cole is not just a voice, but a resonant force for transformative change. Her journey from the heart of Los Angeles to the forefront of national advocacy embodies resilience, hope, and a relentless pursuit of justice. As a celebrated Author, Scholar Activist, National Child Welfare &

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38:19

Kevin Powell Has a Business Mind and a Poet's Heart...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/30

Poet/author and activist Kevin Powell is in our wealth building spotlight. Powell is one of the most acclaimed political, cultural, literary and hip-hop voices in America today. Kevin is a native of Jersey City, raised by a single mother in extreme poverty, but managed to study at Rutgers University in New Brunswick thanks to New Jersey’s Educational Opportunity Fund. Kevin has gone on to be the author of 17 books, including his newest title, A Poem for

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39:46

A Very LA Hour: From Emajendat to the Latest Mayoral...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/30

On this podcast Dominique DiPrima unboxes LA things: Artist Lauren Halsey's funky collab w/Flea, DJ Pee Wee and Erykah Badu and it's California love, the LA Jewish Federation Mayoral debate, the roles of podcasters in elections and other ridiculous conversations. @diprimaradio https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/ https://www.dominiquediprima.com/

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38:59

Are Black and Brown People Being Pitted Against Each...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/29

On this podcast we look at recent tension between the Black and Latino communities in Los Angeles after Dominique receives a flood of hateful comments on Tik Tok following her appearance on the local Fox affiliate. Why did Latinos boo Mayor Karen Bass? Is the division natural, bot-generated or MAGA fueled? Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning Gen X journalist; Miles Low is a rapper and host of The Do Better Show on KBLA 1580. Dominique DiPrima is a five-time Emmy Award winning host and longtime

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39:41

Isn't It Illegal for Trump to Run Ads for Himself?...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/29

On this podcast author/artist and award-winning journalist Jarrett Hill joins five-time EMMY winner Dominique DiPrima to read between the headlines: government propaganda ads, the Cornell Seven rape case, communism, democratic socialism and the new generation of A Different World are all in the convo.https://www.instagram.com/jarretthill/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

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38:09

All About Prop 39 and How the MAGA DOJ is Pushing to...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/29

On this pod we break down California Proposition 39 and look at the arrests, and subpoenas coming from the DOJ in support of the measure. Vincent Harris is a political aide and project director for the Empowerment Congress. He has worked closely with Dr. Mark Ridley Thomas and Tavis Smiley. Dominique DiPrima is a GRACIE Award winning radio broadcaster and EMMY award winning television presenter.https://www.instagram.com/empowermentcongress/ https://empowermentcongress.org/

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39:17

Black Love: Venus & Leroy Thomas on 53 Years of...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/28

Leroy Thomas is a semi-retired IT and real estate professional. Venus Thomas is a retired talent agency, founder of the Thomas Talent Agency. They have been married for 53 years and on this podcast, they share the things that make their union strong and "fun" five decades in.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

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40:44

Saharah Ali on Mars in Leo Your Innate Wisdom +...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/28

Meditation Instructor and astrologer Saharah Ali leads a guided meditation and affirmation, breaks down Maris in Leo and how to find and follow our innate wisdom. Five-time Emmy winner Dominique DiPrima hosts the podcast.https://saharahali.com/

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40:56

James Farr vs. DA Nathan Hochman: He Came with...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/28

KBLA host and LA Progressive journalist James Farr shares his encounter with L.A. County District Attorney Nathan Hochman at a recent Altadena recovery townhall meeting. Farr talks about being physically stopped by Hochman's security detail while trying to ask a question. Also in the conversation: can we trust the polling in the L.A. mayoral race? And what does Governor Newsom's veto of the "Time, Place and Manner" bill mean for student's free speech?https://www.instagram.com/JamesFarrLive/

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41:05

Why Imposter Syndrome Hits Black Folks Harder & What...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/28

Stevon Lewis, MFT is a licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of Impostor Syndrome. He has BAs in Psychology and Afro-Ethnic Studies from Cal State Fullerton and a Master of Science degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Cal State Long Beach. Rob McGowan is a transformational life coach who says he helps clients reach clarity about their values, goals and vision to live the life they have always dreamed.

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40:11

Did Ben Crump Checkmate the DA in the Nolan Wells...

First Things First With Dominique DiPrima ·

2026/09/28

Attorney Ben Crump's moves after a Mississippi Grand Jury declined to bring criminal charges in the death of Nolan Wells, has the local DA furious. Did Crump outsmart a coverup in the case? What really happened to Nolan Wells? And what is next? Dominique and callers also unveil other hidden headlines. Ms. DiPrima is a five-time EMMY Award winner, an activist and a longtime radio and TV broadcaster.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

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