Explore every episode of the podcast A More Perfect Union with Nii-Quartelai Quartey

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Comedian George Wallace to talk about his new show "Clean Slate" with co-star and trans activist Laverne Cox. Later we learn from National Bar Association Immigration Chair Allen Orr and Shan Potts of the Law Offices of Shan Potts about the state of the Trump Administration's mass deportation efforts, why Black people should be concerned, and more. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Mrs. Lonnie Ali to talk about the Muhammad Ali Center's foremost study on compassion, surprising and not so surprising insights, and lessons we can draw in using compassion to combat injustice and bridge divides. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Livingstone College President Dr. Anthony Davis to talk about the storied HBCU's recent $10 million anonymous gift, recent trends in Black student enrollment,  pre/post-election Kamala Harris effect, and more. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by “Win With Black Women” Founder Jotaka Eaddy to talk about how she worked with “Win With Black Men” and others to bring nearly 25,000 folks together on a Sunday night to organize in support and solidarity for Joy Reid following her unexpected exit from MSNBC. Listen to her call to action and where she believes we go from here. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by “Win With Black Women” Founder Jotaka Eaddy to talk about how she worked with “Win With Black Men” and others to bring nearly 25,000 folks together on a Sunday night to organize in support and solidarity for Joy Reid following her unexpected exit from MSNBC. Listen to her call to action and where she believes we go from here. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by KBLA Chief Visionary Officer and nationally syndicated radio host Tavis Smiley to talk about President Trump's Black History Month celebration, mass layoffs of federal workers, and new "Fired but Not Forgotten: The Testimony Project" intended to amplify the stories of Black federal workers. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by NAACP Image Awards Senior Advisor Nicholas Wiggins to preview the highly anticipated awards show, delve into NAACP's impact work in support of Altadena community, outlines goals of its new Black Consumer Advisory in response to DEI backsliding in Corporate America, and more. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

Former U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commissioner on Life Altering 10:30 pm White House Email

In our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Altadena Homeowner Lauren Randolph to for a sobering reality check as she and her family navigate efforts to rebuild the community they love. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Entertainment Attorney Yemi Adegbonmire and NAACP Image Award Winning Writer/Producer Cameron Johnson to preview their highly anticipated Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) Institute session "No Filter, No Apology: Black & Queer in Hollywood." Listen to their take on President Trump's hostile takeover of the Kennedy Center, threats and opportunities in light of DEI attacks, and decision to present Dave Chappelle with NAACP Image Award. Later, tap into my conversation with California Lawyers Association Chair and National Bar Association Region 9 Director Terrence J. Evans previewing the upcoming virtual Know Your Rights event for Altadena residents and people impacted by L.A. wildfires featuring respected experts. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

In our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Photo Essayist Eli Williamson to talk about his new photo exhibit exploring Black male identity and virtue near Chicago. In this hour, listen to Eli offer his take on healthy vs. toxic masculinity and more. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Cornel West and Nina Turner explore the mental implications of racism on the American psyche, especially Black Americans.

In our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Former Chief-of-Staff to then Congresswoman Karen Bass and current St. John’s Community Health Chief Government & Community Affairs Officer Darryn Harris to react to Trump Administration purge of federal workforce. A little later he offers us an update on the fight to protect funding of community health clinics. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by UCLA Center for Scholars and Researchers, Director of Research Dr. Alisha J. Hines to talk about their newly released study about Gen Z still wanting American Dream but feeling it’s out of reach. This hour we dig into some fascinating insights and learn more about existing and emerging Gen Z attitudes on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Actor Morris Chestnut to talk about the February 16th return of Watson on CBS featuring Morris Chestnut as the lead. Morris talk about being the first Black actor to play this storied character on television and the keys to his longevity in the film and TV industry. Later in the hour, we're joined by award-winning trial attorney and TV legal analyst Sue-Ann Robinson to talk about Sean Combs $100M defamation lawsuit against NBC and Peacock over Diddy documentary and what this could mean for the existing cases against him. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

In our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by GEANCO Foundation Co-Founder and CEO Afam Onyema to learn about the state of humanitarian aid to the motherland due to actual and perceived U.S. funding freeze. Later he shares how he enlisted some notable Hollywood A-listers to power his enduring mission to bring solar-powered rural family clinics and more to hard-to-reach families in his homeland. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Actor Morris Chestnut to talk about the February 16th return of Watson on CBS featuring Morris Chestnut as the lead. Morris talk about being the first Black actor to play this storied character on television and the keys to his longevity in the film and TV industry. Later in the hour, we're joined by award-winning trial attorney and TV legal analyst Sue-Ann Robinson to talk about Sean Combs $100M defamation lawsuit against NBC and Peacock over Diddy documentary and what this could mean for the existing cases against him. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

In our second hour, Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Founder and President of Institute for Diversity Certification, Inc. to separate fact from fiction. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Civil Rights Attorney and Founder of Racial Justice Network Nekima Levy Armstrong to talk about Minnesota residents call for nationwide boycott of Target stores. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

In our second hour, Dr. Quartey is joined by UCLA Professor of African-American Studies and Author of “Radical Reparations: Healing the Soul of the Nation” Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter. Together they begin to examine the existing and emerging politics of the emergency response, orient listeners to history of Altadena Black community, and reflect on the enduring legacy of Former President Jimmy Carter.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Actress and Activist Yvette Nicole Browm to talk about her new show "The Family Business: New Orleans" on BET+, offer her hot take on unfair attacks on Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and Former First Lady Michelle Obama's decision to not attend President-Elect Trump's inauguration. Plus listen to Vice President Kamala Harris remarks at National Action Network MLK Breakfast and get the latest tips, tools, and resources for families impacted by L.A. Wildfires. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode.

Dr. Quartey is joined by Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights President Kerry Kennedy to talk about how service to country and people around the world has supported her healing journey following the tragic assassination of her father. She also shares how she navigates her disagreements with her brother and possible Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. while we remember Jimmy Carter

In the second hour of the first new episode of the 2025, Dr. Quartey is joined by Norman O’Neal Brown and Edwin Allen Jones, both convicted of nonviolent drug offenses in their youth and recently pardoned by President Biden. They share their story, pardon journey, and perspective on President Elect-Trump’s pledge to pardon folks involved with the January 6th insurrection in the U.S. Capitol.

On this first new episode of the 2025, Dr. Quartey is joined by San Francisco Department of Police Accountability Executive Director & Veteran Prosecutor Paul Henderson, and #OscarSoWhite Creator & Spill App Senior Advisor April Reign offering their hot take on today’s trending news.

Airdate 9/6/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii is joined by Gianna Fischer of the Los Angeles LBGT Center to promote their "California Vs. Hate" campaign. Later on, Dr. Nii is joined by KBLA colleague Dominique DiPrima to break down some breaking news about reparations work in California.

(Airdate 9/5/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). As part of the on-going series "A More Perfect Book Club", Dr. Nii welcomes Summer Owens, author of "100 Lessons My Centenarian Grandmas Taught Me" to find out what life lessons helped her get to this moment in life, and where they will take her next.

Airdate 9/4/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Do not miss this engaging conversation between Dr. Nii and Alphonso David, CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum.

(Airdate 9/3/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii welcomes Professor Jonanthan Collins from Columbia University and they get into all things elections!

(Airdate 8/29/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii is joined by friend of the show and Creative Consultant, April Reigns to breakdown today's trending topics.

(Airdate 8/28/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii has been hitting the pavement in Chicago and has an impressive list of interviews; - Gov. Bashear (KY) - Isaac Wilson - Keith Boykin - W. M. Robinson

(Airdate 8/27/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Listen in as Dr. Nii sits down one-on-one with Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Michael Reagan (13:00).

(Airdate 8/26/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Veteran Journalist and friend of the show, Richard Fowler helps Dr. Nii breakdown the week that was in Chicago. Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some tips for living past 100 years (48:00).

(Airdate 8/23/24) Dr. Nii has been hitting the pavement in Chicago and has an impressive list of interviews; - Paige Gardner - Steve Benjamin - Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX) - Rep. Glen Ivey (MD) - Saru Jayaraman - Lisa Cortez

(Airdate 8/22/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii has been hitting the pavement in Chicago and has an impressive list of interviews; - Georgia Elections Attorney, Joe Siegelman - Ambassador, John Estrada - Former Congressman, Tim Ryan

(Airdate 8/21/24) Dr. Nii has been hitting the pavement in Chicago and has an impressive list of interviews; - Baltimore Mayor, Brandon Scott - Major General US Army, Randy Manner - Pres. EMERGE, A'Shanti Gholar - Voting Pattern Expert Paige Gardner - California Congresswoman, LaPhonza Butler - Ohio Delegate, Tina Pierce

(Airdate 8/20/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Check out Rep. Jasmine Crockett's showstopping speech from Night 1, and Chief of Staff for the Former President Obama, Bill Daley joins Dr. Nii LIVE from Chicago at the 2024 DNC.

(Airdate 8/19/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). LIVE from the DNC, Dr. Nii lets us in on some of the behind-the-scenes happenings in Chicago. It's not all politics though, because Silicon Valley diversification is the subject of "The Quiet Part Out Loud", and "Let Me Finish", with some tips to catch a rare Blue Moon sighting.

(Airdate 8/16/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii welcomes Media Psychologist and Confidence Coach Dr. Corey Emanuel on to talk about how the media we consume affects us, and what can be done to avoid misinformation (16:00). We're gearing up for the DNC in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with why Jill Biden is honoring her husband at the DNC (53:00).

(Airdate 8/15/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). No guests, so let's go 'Digging Deeper in the Headlines' (16:00). Black women are in charge at this year's DNC in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some cause for concern for your digital privacy (53:00).

(Airdate 8/14/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). As we recognize the ten years following the murder of Michael Brown and the uprising in Ferguson that followed, Dr. Nii looks to the future of public safety in the form of community-based public safety with attorney and public safety expert Alisa Blair, of the Community Based Public Safety Collaborative (16:00). Celebrities are impacting the election in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with words of wisdom from Shirley Chisolm (53:00).

(Airdate 8/12/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Dr. Nii wants to bring you along for his trip to Martha's Vineyard to enjoy the annual Martha's Vineyard Film Festival (36:00). Elon Musk is at the center of another controversial online post that may be responsible for inciting a riot in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some some thoughts about what Katie Couric had to say about gender equity in media (53:00). Happy Birthday Miles Low!

(Airdate 8/8/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Author of "The Ethical Imperative; Leading with Conscience to Shape the Future of Business" joins Dr. Nii (16:00) and lays out his vision for the future of business ethics (36:00). Elon Musk is trying to tip the scales of the election on social media in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some positive news about the way Maui is recovering from a devastating fire last year (53:00).

(Airdate 8/7/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). President/CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus, Rev. Lennox Yearwood joins Dr. Nii (16:00) and more (36:00). Protecting our seniors in hotter climates is the focus of the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some drastic steps that are being taken to protect reproductive rights (53:00).

(Airdate 8/6/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00). Listen up as Minneapolis City Council President Andrea Jenkins joins Dr. Nii for a candid interview (16:00) and more (36:00). Mandatory military service is the focus of the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some news about the removal of dangerous pesticides (53:00).

(Airdate 8/5/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (2:00) and more (36:00) on the first anniversary of the Montgomery Riverboat Brawl in Alabama. The VP has a strategy for low-income voters in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some insights on the VP before she was VP (53:00).

(Airdate 6/6/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (4:00) We return to our series: “Responsive Philanthropy” this week with special guest and Founder/Chief Architect of The Black Equity Collective, Kaci Patterson joins the show (16:00) and shares her insights on how philanthropy can help build a more perfect union (36:00). We’re talking about money and trading stocks in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some neighborly advice (53:00).

(Airdate 6/5/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (4:00) We go ‘Digging Deeper Into the Headlines’ with Alphoso David, legal counsel for the Fearless Fund, who were in the news recently at the center of an anti-discrimination lawsuit (16:00) and hear his thoughts on where this lawsuit goes next (36:00). Rapper Fat Joe is saying the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some vindication for a recent viral video featuring a man who was punished for driving with a suspended license (53:00).

(Airdate 6/4/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (4:00) Founder./CEO of LeadersUp, Jeffrey Wallace is here to talk about his amazing work addressing the wealth gap (16:00) and creating opportunities (36:00). Pres. Biden speaks on Netanyahu’s political motivations to prolong the war in Gaza in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some news for our leaders, learners, and listeners, concerned about the state of immigration reform (53:00).

(Airdate 6/3/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (4:00) and to go “Digging Deeper in the Headlines” (16:00) We are lucky to have journalist, Richard fowler back on the show to go “Beyond the Headlines” (36:00). Black real estate horror stories are the subject in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ with some observations about the right wing’s attack on Dr. Fauci’s reputation (53:00).

(Airdate 5/31/24) You can always count on us to give you the ‘Good, Bad, & Ugly Headlines’ in your national news round up (4:00) Journalist, former Social Sec. for the Obamas, and author of the new book, “"Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble”, Deesha Dyer is our special guest today for “Pop Culture Happy Hour” (16:00). Hollywood crews are feeling the crunch in the ‘Quiet Part Out Loud’ (47:00). Last, but not least, ‘Let Me Finish’ (53:00) with some concerning news about housing and economics coming out of California.