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Tennessee Republicans Gone Mad Apr 11, 2023

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In this Friday edition, Dr. Shaun Fletcher of San Jose State University and Danny Griffin, Entrepreneur, Educator & Motivational Speaker, join Avi Bernard to break down the situation in Tennessee, Justice Clarence Thomas’ inappropriate luxury trips and more. Also, Comedian Alycia Cooper shares her thoughts. Plus, Caribbean Crossover Singer/Songwriter, Boss Champs, talks about loss and perseverance in the music industry.

The Murdaugh Murders Apr 11, 2023

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Areva sits down with Van King and Joe Danisi, the creators of “The Murdaugh Murders: Deadly Dynasty,” on Discovery +. This docu-series premiered in June of 2022, well before the trial of Alex Murdaugh began. It details the family history of the Murdaughs, and how problematic they were even before Alex allegedly murdered his wife and son. Plus, Houston Metro Reporter for Chron, Kennedy Sessions, and KBLA Political Affairs Analyst, Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey break down the latest headlines, including Republicans in Tennessee expelling Democratic members of the Tennessee House for protesting the lack of gun control in the state.

The LSU/Iowa Women’s College Basketball Controversy Apr 06, 2023

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Avi Bernard fills in for Areva, and sits down with former college basketball player & coach, Danny Griffin, and Dr. Shaun Fletcher, professor of PR, Sport & Communication at San Jose State University, to discuss the attacks Angel Reese has been subjected to, as well as First Lady Jill Biden’s initial thought that perhaps LSU and Iowa should be invited to the White House. Plus, Dr. Michael Fauntroy of George Mason University, and Dr. Calvin John Smiley, author of “Purgatory Citizenship: Reentry, Race & Abolition,” discuss the Donald Trump indictment and whether or not Trump will see jail time.

Areva Debates a Republican Apr 05, 2023

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Areva is joined by Republican Commentator Melanie Collette to discuss the Trump Indictment, while Attorney Mutaqee Akbar breaks down the legal aspects of the charges. Plus, Dr. Tyrone Howard of UCLA and Dr. Larry Walker of the University of Central Florida, discuss the Trump indictment from a political perspective.

Scammers @ ArevaMartin Apr 04, 2023

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Weekdays 4PM-6PM Areva Martin takes over afternoon drive time and takes on the day’s trending and under-the-radar real time headlines, bringing you her unflinching analysis and input from trusted contributors, news makers, and everyday people impacted by

Trump Indicted/Mark Ridley Thomas Found Guilty @arevamartin Mar 31, 2023

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In Hour 1, Areva sits down with Former Chief of Staff for Mark Ridley Thomas, Vincent Harris, KBLA Justice Correspondent Dion Raymond, Veteran Prosecutor Bobby Grace, and Attorney Mansfield Collins about suspended L.A. City Councilman Mark Ridley Thomas being convicted in his bribery trial. In Hour 2, Areva speaks with Democratic Strategist Richard Greene about Donald Trump being indicted in New York. Then, two Columbia Law School Students discuss their displeasure with their university posting a picture of Brett Kavanaugh on the school’s social media account.

Is Jussie Smollett Innocent? @ ArevaMartin Mar 29, 2023

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Investigative Journalist Chelli Stanley and Journalist/Author Jarrett Hill join Areva to discuss evidence that might prove the innocence of Jussie Smollett in the alleged hoax, in which he claimed to have been jumped by Trump supporters in Chicago. Plus, expert contributors Dr. Raphael Sonenshein of Cal State L.A., and Dr. Omekongo DiBinga of American University, discuss the latest political headlines, including the odds Donald Trump will once again be the Republican nominee for President in 2024.

KBLA Women Leaders Series Sponsored by Walmart Mar 28, 2023

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Areva sits down with two women who are leaders in their professions to discuss what it’s like for Black women in their industries. Tina Sims is a Walmart Manager, and Gabrielle Earl is a Wharfinger for the City of Los Angeles. Plus, Attorney Allen Orr and Professor Shayla Lawson of Amherst College discuss the latest headlines, including the Jonathan Majors allegations and the mass shooting in Tennessee.

NCAA Tournament Profits Mar 28, 2023

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Avi Bernard discusses how the NCAA Tournament profits are dispersed among the participating schools, with PR/Sport Professor at SJSU, Dr. Shaun Fletcher, and Former NCAA College Basketball Player and Coach, Danny Griffin.

Ground Breaking Black Women Novelists Mar 28, 2023

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Two ground breaking black women novelists join Areva, to continue our spotlight for Women’s History Month. Beverly Jenkins has written more than 50 black romance novels, and Rachel Howzell Hall has written 12 crime novels. Both ladies discuss the challenges they have faced and continue to face as black women writers. Plus, Metro Area Reporter for Houston Chron, Kennedy Sessions, and the host of “Make it Make Sense,” Monique Pressley, break down the latest news.

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