The Chavis Chronicles

News and Public Affairs Series / 4 Seasons

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.

Watch Latest: S5 E526

27m 29s / TV-PG

Areva Martin Attorney & Media Expert

S3 E326 / 26m 40s / TV-PG

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

S3 E325 / 26m 41s / TV-PG

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

S3 E324 / 27m / TV-PG

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

S3 E323 / 25m 45s / TV-PG

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

S3 E322 / 26m 6s / TV-PG

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

S3 E321 / 26m 38s / TV-PG

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

S3 E320 / 26m / TV-PG

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

S3 E319 / 27m 14s / TV-PG

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.

Kenneth Kelly, CEO of First Independence Bank

S3 E317 / 26m 54s / TV-PG

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

S3 E316 / 26m 26s / TV-PG

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

S3 E315 / 26m 41s / TV-PG

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.

H.E. Ambassador Onkokame Kitso Mokaila

S3 E314 / 25m 49s / TV-PG

His Excellency Onkokame Kitso Mokaila has served as Ambassador to the Republic of Botswana to the U.S. since 2020. During his political career, Ambassador Mokaila has held a wide range of Cabinet positions. In this episode, Dr. Chavis and Ambassador Mokaila discuss the opportunities and challenges facing Botswana and the evolution of democracy in the country.

Dr. Yolandra Hancock

S3 E313 / 26m 14s / TV-PG

Health experts are seeing more people who have had COVID-19 experiencing long-term effects from their infection, known as long COVID. Dr. Yolandra Hancock, a pediatrician and public health expert, weighs in on America’s battle with Covid-19 and how African Americans who suffer from pre-existing conditions such as asthma diabetes and obesity are at particular risk.

Alisa Payne, Filmmaker and HBO Producer

S3 E312 / 26m 43s / TV-PG

Acclaimed producer and filmmaker Alisa Payne discusses navigating her 20-year career as a woman of color in the entertainment industry. She also reflects on producing during the pandemic and working on projects for HBO, Lionsgate, Netflix, and ESPN.

Erica Loewe, White House Director of African American Media

S3 E311 / 26m 1s / TV-PG

Erica Loewe, a key member of President Biden’s communication team discusses her role as the Director of African American media, and her actions toward increasing the value of diversity and empowering Black media voices.

Thomasina Yearwood & Sandra Lam

S3 E310 / 26m 45s / TV-PG

Thomasina Yearwood, President of the Thurgood Marshall Center Trust, talks with Dr. Chavis about the organization’s mission to educate and empower youth and families. Also, Sandra Lam, VP of the Thurgood Marshall Foundation discusses the college fund for student’s and how the organization is committed to social and economic justice.

Dr. Patricia Bailey

S3 E309 / 26m 52s / TV-PG

After the Flint water crisis, Dr. Patricia Bailey launched a national outreach effort to provide clean water in poor communities. She also leads a group of global volunteers to combat the water crisis in Africa by digging wells in villages without fresh water.

Valeisha Butterfield Jones, Recording Academy Co-President

S3 E308 / 26m 11s / TV-PG

The Recording Academy’s Co-President, Valeisha Butterfield Jones, weighs in on the future of the Grammy’s and on the push for diversity and equal opportunities in music. Butterfield Jones discusses the changes that must happen to ensure the music industry is a place where equal opportunities are available for underrepresented groups.

Adrienne L. Hollis, PhD, JD

S3 E307 / 26m 27s / TV-PG

Senior climate justice advocate and health scientist, Dr. Adrienne Hollis, and Dr. Chavis discuss the health impact of the environment, climate justice and the adverse effects on a person’s health from extreme weather patterns and poor air quality. Dr. Hollis also provides tips on protecting and preserving the environment.

Ken Hecht and Emmanuel Eppie

S3 E306 / 26m 13s / TV-PG

Ken Hecht, President National STEM Honor Society, talks with Dr. Chavis about the growing demand for science, technology, engineering and math and the importance of encouraging more minority students to choose careers in STEM. Also, author and teacher Emmanuel Eppie discusses the need for more Black men to become teachers in the public school system.

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