CHAVIS CHRONICLES, THE Season 2


#201
In this episode, Dr. Chavis welcomes Colby Tyner, VP of Urban One, Host of “The Backstory” podcast, and screenwriter. Colby talks about the influence of hip hop in American culture, including his favorite hip hop artists, explains the reach of Urban One media platforms, and shares about his uncle the legendary musician McCoy Tyner, who is the subject of a forthcoming documentary.

#202
Dr. Chavis discusses Haiti's strategic importance to the United States and why the Haitian people continue to suffer from poverty and political unrest with historian Roger Persaud, one of the foremost experts on Haiti.

#203
In the fight for civil rights and social justice, the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) has led the way for decades, inspired by the legendary leadership of  Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and Dr. Dorothy Height. Dr. Chavis speaks with attorney Janice Mathis, Executive Director of NCNW about the historic organization's strategies for 2022 and beyond. Then, Dr. Chavis meets with a young African American director, writer and actress that has Hollywood buzzing. Kelly Kali talks about her Oscar winning film on homelessness and why more women of color need to break into the film industry.

#204
Dr. Chavis interviews Natalie Wilson, founder of Black and Missing Foundation to discuss the crisis of missing females of color. The Guardian recently reported that at least four Black women and girls were murdered per day in the U.S. last year. Thousands of people are reported missing and while not every case will get widespread media attention, the coverage of white and minority victims in the US is far from proportionate. Natalie Wilson explains 'Missing White Woman Syndrome,' the practice by news media of amplifying the stories of missing white women, while marginalizing those of women of color.

#207
Dr. Chavis welcomes Ron Busby, President and CEO of the US Black Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the impact of the pandemic on Black-owned businesses. Ron also explains what measures are being taken to mitigate the financial disaster for Black entrepreneurs, and encourages Black business owners to utilize the many resources available to them.

#208
Otis Williams the last living member of the original Motown group the Temptations and manager Shelly Berger, sit down with Dr. Chavis to share little known facts and candid insights of the life and times of the legendary singing group with a sneak peak of the Broadway return of the Tony nominated musical Ain't Too Proud.

#209
Ilyasah Shabazz, the third daughter of iconic civil rights activists Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz talks with Dr. Chavis about growing up as a child of the slain civil rights leader. Shabazz also takes a deep dive into the books she authored about her world renowned parents and the state of social justice in America today.

#210
Polls show that many parents are on the fence about whether and when to vaccinate their younger kids for COVID-19. The issue has become politically polarizing. Dr. Chavis discusses with Dr. Yolanda Lewis-Ragland, one of the leading pediatricians in the U.S., how the COVID-19 vaccination debate is also adversely impacting other routine scheduled childhood vaccines.

#212
Ronald Mason, Jr., President of the University of the District of Columbia discusses why HBCUs could be one of the best paths African American college students can choose to reach the middle class and beyond. Researcher Dr. Sonya Horsford discusses how to combat racial inequality in K-12 schools.

#213
Broadway is back in full swing. Dr. Chavis talks to Irene Gandy, a Tony award winning, longtime Broadway insider about the increase in plays and musicals depicting stories about Black culture. In the broadcast arena, Black ownership of radio and TV stations is decreasing. James Winston, President and Executive Director of the National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters shares insights on what's causing the decline in ownership.

#214
Kimberly Robinson, President of the historic African American non-profit women's organization the Wake-Robin Golf Club shares why participating in the sport of golf is an excellent mix of advocacy and empowerment for women and girls of color. Diversity and inclusion in the development and construction industry is lagging behind other professions. Approximately 10% of equity partnership with big development law firms and construction companies are with people of color. Attorney Lisa Colon gives insights on how young lawyers and developers of color can break into the industry.

#215
Lydia Pope, President National Association of Real Estate Brokers speaks with Dr Chavis about resources and challenges for Black home ownership. Then, Director Marcus Coleman of the Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Faith-Based Neighborhood Partnerships discusses how faith communities provide critical support for disaster relief assistance.

#216
Dr. E Faye Williams, President and CEO National Congress of Black Women speaks with Dr. Chavis about the current state of the women's movement and civil rights. Dr. Williams also reflects on the influence comedian and civil rights activist Dick Gregory had on her life. Attorney Rayshon Payton with the U.S. Department of Justice shares his insights on how the PGA TOUR 's First Tee program can help underserved kids chart a course for professional and personal success.

#217
Dr. Chavis visits the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville,Tennessee. Tuwisha D. Rogers-Simpson, Vice President of Brand and Partnerships for the museum, describes the many galleries that make up the world's first and only museum devoted to African American music and the historical role Black musical artists played in shaping American music.

#218
Dr. James E.K. Hildreth, President and CEO of Meharry Medical College, who sits on the FDA's vaccine advisory review board discusses the development and distribution of vaccines. Hildreth was also appointed to President Biden's COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force. He gives insights regarding the on-going distrust among many African Americans about the safety of the vaccines.

#219
Many changes have taken place in Missouri after the fatal shooting of African American teenager Michael Brown by a White police officer. The deadly shooting ignited protests and riots across America. Dr. Chavis talks to activist The Reverend Dr. Cassandra Gould about the on-going national debate between law enforcement officers, excessive use of force in the Black community and efforts to raise up a new generation of political leaders.

#220
White House Deputy Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre sits down for a one-on-one interview with Dr. Chavis to discuss the triumphs and defeats of the Biden-Harris administration, along with the greatest challenges for the presidency on the horizon.

#221
New York Times bestselling author, attorney and political commentator Bakari T Sellers joins The Chavis Chronicles to discuss being a child of the social justice movement, his famous father Cleveland Sellers who was a key figure at the grassroots level pushing for concrete Black political power in the 60's and 70's and the current state of politics in America.

#223
Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali, Vice President of Environmental Justice, The National Wildlife Federation joins Dr. Chavis to discuss activism and solutions to combat toxic waste dumping, pollution and environmental injustice in lower income neighborhoods and communities of color.

#224
Bibi Hidalgo, the first woman to serve as an Administrator for the U.S., Small Business Administration in the area of government contracting and business development joins Dr. Chavis along with Ron Busby, CEO of the U.S. Black Chamber of Commerce. Hidalgo and Busby discuss new programs specifically created to help black and brown business owners secure government contracts.

#225
The Reverend Jamar A. Boyd, II, Samuel Dewitt Proctor Conference Senior Manager discusses the future of activism in the Black church and how Millennial and Generation Z activists are redefining social, political, environmental and economic protest agendas.

#226
Two guests, Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, the first Black woman to lead the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services and Brenda Mallory, 12th Chair of the White House Council on Environmental Quality, join Dr. Chavis to discuss critical policies that are in place to help protect the health and environment of vulnerable communities.