Areva Martin in Real Time

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The Impending Indictment of Donald Trump Mar 28, 2023

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Areva hosts a debate between Democratic Strategist Richard Greene, and Conservative Policy Analyst for CFACT, about whether Donald Trump should be indicted, and whether an indictment would be a constitutional crisis. Plus, Professor of Policy and Government at George Mason University Michael K. Fauntroy, and the Former Chair of the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County, break down the latest news.

Is Social Media Damaging the Mental Health of Children and Teenagers? Mar 22, 2023

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Areva tackles the question of whether social media is to blame for mental health issues among children and teenagers. Helping to answer the question from a legal perspective is Professor Margalynne Armstrong of Santa Clara Law School, and helping to answer the question from a Psychological perspective, is Dr. Earl Turner, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Therapy for Black Kids. Also, Dr. Tyrone Howard of UCLA and Dr. Niambi Carter of the University of Maryland break down the latest news, including the LAUSD worker strike.

Descendent of the Tulsa Race Massacre Mar 22, 2023

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Areva sits down with Jon Adams, who is a descendant of Dr. A.C. Jackson, one of the nation’s greatest black doctors in the 1920’s, who was murdered in the Tulsa Race Massacre. Attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons, who is representing the survivors and their families in trying to receive compensation. Also, NABJ Los Angeles President Jarrett Hill, and Author and Professor at the University of Oklahoma, Dr. Karlos Hill, discuss the latest news, including the looming possibility of Donald Trump being indicted.

Life of An Actor (Hosted by Avi Bernard) Mar 21, 2023

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On the heels of the 2023 Oscars, Avi Bernard has a conversation with Actors Mark Ridley and D’Kia Anderson about the less glamorous side of the life of an actor. Plus, Former Chair of the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County, Christopher Walton, and Senior Lecturer at the University of Marlyand, Dr. Jason Nichols, discuss the latest news, including Florida Governor Ron Desantis trying to steal the word “Woke”.

Why Black Media Matters - "@ArevaMartin In Real Time" Mar 17, 2023

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Areva Martin exposes and interrogates the biased, punitive and pejorative local media coverage of LA City Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas’s federal bribery trial. - 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 the headlines.

A Conversation with Emmy Nominated Actress & Comedian Mar 17, 2023

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Areva sits down with Emmy nominated Actress & Comedian Kym Whitley about her life and career. Also, Areva breaks down the latest from The United States vs. Mark Ridley Thomas trial. Plus, KBLA National Political Affairs Analyst, Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey discusses the latest news and politics.

(Lack of) Police Training Mar 16, 2023

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Areva has a conversation with Retired LAPD Sergeant Cheryl Dorsey and Civil Rights Attorney Connie Rice about how officers in Memphis and other places around the country are rushed through the academy with insufficient training, and other areas law enforcement needs to improve. Plus, scholars Dr. Larry Walker and Dr. Calvin John Smiley about the latest politics and news, including former Los Angeles Mayor, Eric Garcetti being confirmed as the United States Ambassador to India.

Should Non-black Students Be Admitted to HBCUs? Mar 15, 2023

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Areva hosts Attorney & Commentator Sofia Stanley, and Democratic Strategist Chris Scott as they debate whether non-black students should be admitted to HBCUs, and even hold leadership roles. Plus, the brilliant Dr. Raphael Sonenshein and Dr. OmeKongo DiBinga discuss the latest news, including republicans stealing the word “woke.”

Is it still #oscarssowhite? Mar 14, 2023

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Areva sits down with Tameka Tounsel, author and professor at the university of Washington to discuss whether the Oscars have made enough progress towards diversity and inclusion. Plus, attorneys Allen Orr and Nekima Levy Armstrong help Areva break down the latest news.

Comedians Discuss Chris Rock’s “Selective Outrage” Mar 12, 2023

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Avi Bernard sits down with two comedians who give their thoughts on Chris Rock’s controversial comedy special, “Selective Outrage.” Plus, Dr. Shaun Fletcher of San Jose State University and Entrepreneur, Educator & Motivational Speaker Danny Griffin, breakdown the latest news, including the tragic killing of two black Americans by a cartel in Mexico.

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