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The Chavis Chronicles

Hosted by civil rights icon Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., a thought-provoking half-hour weekly talk show with an urban American flair featuring interviews with famous leaders and politicians, doctors and scientists, cultural leaders and influencers from around the globe.

Richard Dunn and Ashley Myatt

25m 54s

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.

Episodes

  • Areva Martin Attorney & Media Expert: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Areva Martin Attorney & Media Expert

    S3 E326 - 26m 40s

    Award-winning civil rights attorney, media expert and talk show host, Areva Martin, is known for giving a voice to the voiceless. In this episode, Martin discusses the latest political, legal and women’s issues making headlines. Martin, a best-selling author, talks about her self-help book “Awakening” and the inspiration behind her nonprofit.

  • Vernice Miller-Travis Environmental Justice Senior Advisor: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Vernice Miller-Travis Environmental Justice Senior Advisor

    S3 E325 - 26m 41s

    Vernice Miller-Travis, is one of the nation’s leading voices on environmental justice issues. Ms. Miller-Travis has fought for public health and racial justice for more than 30 years. In this episode, Ms. Miller-Travis and Dr. Chavis, discuss environmental racism and health issues in minority communities.

  • Marcia Griffin, Founder & CEO HomeFree USA: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Marcia Griffin, Founder & CEO HomeFree USA

    S3 E324 - 27m

    In this episode Dr. Chavis and Marcia Griffin discuss the ways to close the racial wealth gap through affordable housing options. As a leader in financial wellness, Ms. Griffin is the Founder & CEO of HomeFree-USA, an organization that assists families with the home buying process and building wealth.

  • Carol Davis, Building Homes in war-torn Ukraine: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Carol Davis, Building Homes in war-torn Ukraine

    S3 E323 - 25m 45s

    American female developer and construction expert Carol Davis shares her efforts to help rebuild critical infrastructure facilities, roads and homes for Ukrainians left homeless and devasted in the wake of a brutal war with Russia.

  • Christian F. Nunes, President of NOW: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Christian F. Nunes, President of NOW

    S3 E322 - 26m 6s

    In this episode, Dr. Chavis sits down with Christian F. Nunes, the President of the National Organization for Women. Ms. Nunes is the second African American president and is the youngest person of color in the organization’s history. Ms. Nunes talks with Dr. Chavis about her years of experience advocating for women’s issues and the key initiatives she has launched at NOW.

  • Patrick Dicks, D. Sc. Professor & Expert on Automation: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Patrick Dicks, D. Sc. Professor & Expert on Automation

    S3 E321 - 26m 38s

    During this fourth industrial revolution, employers are replacing human workers with advancing technology and automation. There are more self-checkouts at the grocery store and robots are now used as farm workers and pick fruit from orchards. In this episode, Dr. Patrick Dicks and Dr. Chavis discuss automation in the workplace and how crucial it is to prepare for the jobs of the future.

  • Melba Moore, Entertainer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Melba Moore, Entertainer

    S3 E320 - 26m

    In this episode Dr. Chavis talks with Broadway star and legendary singer, Melba Moore, about her incredible career and the inspiration behind her newest projects. The Tony Award-winning actress also reflects on the importance of volunteering and giving back to the community.

  • Darrin Henson, Entertainer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Darrin Henson, Entertainer

    S3 E319 - 27m 14s

    Multi-talented entertainer, Darrin Henson, is recognized for being a choreographer, director and actor on TV and in the film industry. In this episode, Henson reflects on the challenges and successes of working in Hollywood. He also shares with Dr. Chavis the benefits of the law of attraction and the steps to plan your success.

  • Geoffrey Starks FCC Commissioner & Attorney: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Geoffrey Starks FCC Commissioner & Attorney

    S3 E318 - 26m 26s

    Attorney and FCC Commissioner, Geoffrey Starks, believes communication technology could be a powerful tool in promoting equality for all Americans. In this episode Commissioner Starks and Dr. Chavis discuss how the FCC is working to close the digital divide and the new program to fight internet inequality.

  • Kenneth Kelly, CEO of First Independence Bank: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kenneth Kelly, CEO of First Independence Bank

    S3 E317 - 26m 54s

    Kenneth Kelly is a trusted voice in the banking industry. He serves as CEO for First Independence Bank and on the Board of Directors of the American Bankers Association. In this episode, Dr. Chavis and Kenneth Kelly discuss the importance of minority owned banks and preserving possessions through advanced planning.

  • Catherine Buell, Amazon: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Catherine Buell, Amazon

    S3 E316 - 26m 26s

    In this episode, Dr. Chavis talks with Catherine Buell about Amazon’s initiative to develop hundreds of affordable housing units across the U.S. The Amazon Housing Equity Fund is investing more than $2 billion to build or preserve affordable homes. Amazon is also partnering with minority-led organizations on this project.

  • John Hope Bryant Operation HOPE: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    John Hope Bryant Operation HOPE

    S3 E315 - 26m 41s

    Operation HOPE Founder and CEO, John Hope Bryant, views financial literacy as the new civil rights issue. In addition to his nonprofit organization, Operation HOPE, Bryant is CEO of Bryant Group Ventures and author of best-selling books on economic empowerment and financial literacy. In this episode, Bryant provides financial tips to build generational wealth.

Schedule

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    The Chavis Chronicles

    Richard Dunn and Ashley Myatt

    Thursday
    Mar 28

    30 Minutes

    Richard Dunn, COO of The Atlanta Voice, talks about his career in artist management and his passion for mentoring youth; Miss Black America Ashley Myatt.
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    Richard Dunn and Ashley Myatt

    Saturday
    Mar 30

    30 Minutes

    Richard Dunn, COO of The Atlanta Voice, talks about his career in artist management and his passion for mentoring youth; Miss Black America Ashley Myatt.
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    Bill Bynum

    Sunday
    Mar 31

    30 Minutes

    Bill Bynum, founder of Hope Credit Union, talks about strengthening the financial health of people in under-resourced communities.
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    Bill Bynum

    Thursday
    Apr 4

    30 Minutes

    Bill Bynum, founder of Hope Credit Union, talks about strengthening the financial health of people in under-resourced communities.
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    Bill Bynum

    Saturday
    Apr 6

    30 Minutes

    Bill Bynum, founder of Hope Credit Union, talks about strengthening the financial health of people in under-resourced communities.
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    The Godfather of Soul's Daughter

    Sunday
    Apr 7

    30 Minutes

    Deanna Brown-Thomas, daughter of singer James Brown, offers her insights into her father's business savvy and how his charity impacts the lives of needy children.
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    The Chavis Chronicles

    Thursday
    Apr 11

    30 Minutes

    Colby Tyner, vice president of Urban One, talks about the influence of hip-hop in American culture, the reach of Urban One platforms, and his uncle, musician McCoy Tyner.
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    The Chavis Chronicles

    Saturday
    Apr 13

    30 Minutes

    Colby Tyner, vice president of Urban One, talks about the influence of hip-hop in American culture, the reach of Urban One platforms, and his uncle, musician McCoy Tyner.

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