About Tavis

Tavis Smiley is managing editor and host of the “Tavis Smiley” show, a nationally syndicated program originating from KBLA Talk 1580 in Los Angeles and available worldwide through the KBLA 1580 app.

A recipient of the highest honor in the talk radio industry, the coveted “Freedom of Speech” award, Tavis is listed perennially on the “Heavy Hundred” list of the “100 Most Important Radio Talk Show Hosts” in the nation.

A New York Times bestselling author, advocate and philanthropist, Tavis is the recipient of nearly 20 honorary doctorate degrees, the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and recognized by TIME magazine as one of the world’s “100 Most Influential People.”