CHAVIS CHRONICLES, THE Season 4
#401 - The Godfather of Soul’s Daughter
(93) Deanna Brown-Thomas, daughter of singer James Brown, shares insights about her famous father.
(274) Deanna Brown-Thomas, daughter of legendary soul singer James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, shares little known facts about her famous father, his business savvy, historic support of the civil rights movement and how his charity is impacting the lives of needy children today.
#403 - The Change Maker
(90) Karen Boykin-Towns, NAACP Board of Directors, discusses championing social justice issues.
(389) Dr. Chavis talks social justice, policy and financial issues with distinguished strategist, global business, and civic leader Karen Boykin-Towns. Boykin-Towns is Vice Chair NAACP Board of Directors and previously contributed her expertise in government, the nonprofit sector, and a Fortune 50 global biopharmaceutical company, while also championing civil rights and social justice issues.
#404 - A Self-Made Billionaire
(88) Dr. Chavis talks to financial guru and billionaire Soohyung Kim about financial success.
(285) Dr. Chavis talks to financial guru and billionaire Soohyung Kim, a Managing Partner of Standard General L.P., a hedge fund headquartered in New York City. Kim shares his personal path to financial success and the specific challenges people of color face on the road to building wealth.
#405 - The Art Born From Covid-19
(89) Berrisford Boothe and Klaire Scarborough on their book about artists during the pandemic.
(328) Dr. Chavis explores a fresh perspective on past, present and future societal issues with artist and authors Berrisford Boothe and Klaire Scarborough. Their book Shifting Time: African American Artists 2020-2021, offers a glimpse into the lives of over 70 selected African American artists during the early years of the pandemic.
#406 - The Rich Legacy of Black Mayors
(90) Phyllis Dickerson, CEO African American Mayors Association, on challenges for city mayors.
(388) There are more mayors of color leading our largest American cities than ever before. Four of the largest cities in the U.S. are run by Black mayors, but big city mayors are facing monumental issues ranging from upticks in crime, to a sagging economy, high inflation, to housing affordability and homelessness. Dr. Chavis talks to Phyllis Dickerson, CEO about their distinctive challenges.
#407- Howard Robertson
(85) CEO of Trust Marketing Howard Robertson discusses the state of Black media ownership.
(211) Dr. Chavis interviews Howard Robertson, President and CEO of Trust Marketing and Communications about racial disparities in radio advertising and the current state of African American media ownership in the U.S.
#408- Robert Smith
(86) Dr. Chavis talks to billionaire Robert Smith about achieving success against the odds.
(205) Dr. Chavis sits down with billionaire businessman and philanthropist Robert Smith to discuss how to achieve long-term success, the importance of internships, and the tools he uses to create lasting change.
#409- Dr. Topper Carew
(84) Dr. Chavis talks to Dr. Topper Carew about success in TV, AI, and space exploration.
(229) Dr. Chavis talks to architect, screenwriter, data scientist and innovator Topper Carew about success in the television industry with the hit show “Martin”, artificial intelligence, philanthropy and the state of space exploration.
#410- Rev. Dr. Frances Draper
(83) Dr. Chavis and Frances Draper discuss the importance of the black press in America.
(339) Dr. Chavis interviews newspaper publisher Frances Draper of the The Baltimore Afro-American, the longest-running African-American family-owned newspaper in the United States, established in 1892. Chavis and Draper discuss the historical, political and cultural importance of the black press in America and black women in leadership roles.
#411- T.I.
(90) Hip Hop star T.I. discusses the importance of the arts on the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop.
(243) Dr. Chavis talks with mogul, rapper, actor, and producer T.I. “The King of The South” on the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop. T.I. discusses his upbringing in Atlanta, the impact of Trap Muzik and various business ventures such as the Trap Museum.
#412 - Phylicia Rashad
(89) Dr. Chavis and actress Phylicia Rashad discuss her career and the importance of the arts.
(325) Dr. Chavis interviews actress, singer, educator, and philanthropist Phylicia Rashad about her cherished upbringing with talented family in Houston, Texas, her iconic role as “America’s Mom” in the Cosby Show, her return to Howard University, and the critical importance of the arts and Black history in K-12 public education.
#413 - Monie Love
(88) Dr. Chavis and Hip-Hop MC Monie Love discuss her career and Hip Hop’s 50th Anniversary.
(229) Dr. Chavis talks to trailblazing Hip Hop MC Monie Love on the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop about her emergence in the industry in the United Kingdom and New York City, her pioneering career and the state of women in Hip Hop today.
#414 - Marc Morial
(90) Dr. Chavis and National Urban League CEO Marc Morial discuss the value of financial equity
(271) Dr. Chavis interviews former mayor of New Orleans and president and CEO of the National Urban League Marc Morial about his political upbringing, esteemed career in public service, and the critical importance of home ownership to decrease the racial wealth gap in America.
#415 - Andrew Young
(90) Dr. Chavis sits with civil rights icon, diplomat and former mayor of Atlanta, Andrew Young
(361) Dr. Chavis interviews civil rights icon, diplomat, and former mayor of Atlanta, Andrew Young, one of the last surviving members of Martin Luther King Jr.'s inner circle. Young discusses his journey as one of the leaders of the movement, his historic relationship as a confident of Dr. King, his role as ambassador to the United Nations and mayorship in Atlanta.
#416 - Sonia Pruitt
(83) Dr. Chavis talks with professor and retired police captain Sonia Y. Wiggins Pruitt.
(291) Dr. Chavis interviews professor of criminal justice and retired police captain of Montgomery County in the state of Maryland Sonia Y. Wiggins Pruitt. Pruitt discusses her career in public service, her current role in academia, and the importance of community policing in the Black community.
#417 - Nicole Elam
(58) Dr. Chavis talks with civic leader and lawyer Nicole Elam.
(370) Dr. Chavis interviews the president and CEO of the National Bankers Association Nicole Elam. Elam discusses her upbringing at the NAACP, accomplished career in the financial industry, the impact of redlining, the history of Black-owned banks and why these banks are often the only source for reasonable, fair, and non-predatory lending for African Americans in the U.S.
#418 - Harriett Cole
(77) Dr. Chavis talks with life stylist, author and advice columnist Harriet Cole.
(256) Dr. Chavis interviews life stylist, author and nationally syndicated advice columnist Harriet Cole. Cole discusses her upbringing, the impact of her Howard University education, career in journalism at Ebony magazine, and the state of the Black press today.
#419 - Stephen Benjamin
(80) Dr. Chavis talks with senior advisor to President Joseph Biden Stephen Benjamin.
(363) Dr. Chavis interviews senior advisor to President Joseph Biden, the first black mayor of Columbia and the director of the Office of Public Engagement Stephen Benjamin. Benjamin discusses his upbringing in civil rights advocacy, his historic mayorship in Columbia, South Carolina, the ideology of Bidenomics, and the Biden administration’s commitment to diversity.
#420 - Kornisha McGill Brow and Dr. Angela Marshall
(90) Dr. Chavis talks with president of Jack and Jill and Dr. Marshall about bias in medicine.
(388) Dr. Chavis interviews the 27th national president of Jack and Jill of America,
Kornisha McGill Brow. Brow discusses her advocacy in ensuring that African Americans have access to opportunities to maximize their potential. He also talks to physician and author Dr. Angela Marshall about the importance of identifying medical bias as it relates to race, gender and other cultural factors.
#421 - Milton Jones
(85) Dr. Chavis talks with United Negro College Fund and civic leader Milton H. Jones, Jr.
(307) Dr. Chavis interviews the first African American chairman of the United Negro College Fund Board Milton H. Jones Jr. Jones discusses his accomplished career in senior executive roles, the initiative of 100 Black Men of America, and the importance of fostering education and community engagement for black youth.
#422 - Inga Willis and Craig Spates
(89) Dr. Chavis talks with politician and civic leader Inga Willis and developer Craig Spates.
(393) Dr. Chavis interviews Inga Willis, state representative of Georgia’s 55th District and the vice president of brand and external affairs at Propel Center. The Propel Center's mission is to provide HBCU students with the skills needed to transform our nation's workforce. Dr. Chavis also talks to real estate developer Craig Spates about the need to build more new homes for low-income families.
#423- John Hope Bryant
(78) Dr. Chavis talks with the founder and CEO of Operation Hope, John Hope Bryant.
(194) Dr. Chavis talks with the founder and CEO of Operation Hope, John Hope Bryant. Bryant discusses economic empowerment, financial literacy and provides financial tips to build generational wealth.
#424 - Rawle Anderson Jr., Esq.
(90) Dr. Chavis talks to Rawle Andrews Jr. of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation.
(286) Dr. Chavis talks with executive director of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APA) Rawle Andrews Jr. Andrews discusses his leadership at APA, his strong involvement in the legal community, his pursuit of health equity and commitment to improving the Nation’s mental health.
#425 - Richard Dunn and Ashley Myatt
(85) Dr. Chavis talks with the COO at the Atlanta Voice and the newest Miss Black America.
(371) Dr. Chavis talks with the COO of The Atlanta Voice newspaper and CEO of the Muddy Water Group, Richard Dunn. Dunn discusses his successful career in artist management and his passion for mentoring youth. Dr. Chavis also sits down with Ashley Myatt crowned the 2023-2024 Miss Black America. Myatt discusses her role as a symbol of pride and dignity for young Black women.
#426 - Bill Bynum
(63) Dr. Chavis sits down with Bill Bynum, CEO of Hope Credit Union.
(369) Nearly 6 million households do not have checking or saving accounts. Over 50% of those unbanked households are minorities who historically have faced discriminatory banking practices. Dr. Chavis talks to Bill Bynum founder of Hope Credit Union a non-profit financial institution about how to help strengthen the financial health of people in under resourced communities.