The Chavis Chronicles
Season 4
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 politicians, doctors and scientists, cultural leaders from around the globe.
Where to Watch The Chavis Chronicles • Season 4
26 Episodes
- The Godfather of Soul's DaughterE1
The Godfather of Soul's DaughterDeanna 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. - The Change MakerE3
The Change MakerDr. 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 bio-pharmaceutical company, while also championing civil rights and social justice issues. - A Self-Made BillionaireE4
A Self-Made BillionaireDr. 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. - The Art Born from Covid-19E5
The Art Born from Covid-19Dr. 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. - The Rich Legacy of Black MayorsE6
The Rich Legacy of Black MayorsThere 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. - Rev. Dr. Frances DraperE10
Rev. Dr. Frances DraperDr. 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. - Phylicia RashadE12
Phylicia RashadDr. 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. - Andrew YoungE15
Andrew YoungDr. 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 mayor-ship in Atlanta. - Sonia PruittE16
Sonia PruittDr. 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. - Nicole ElamE17
Nicole ElamDr. 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. - Stephen BenjaminE19
Stephen BenjaminDr. 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 mayoral term in Columbia, South Carolina, the ideology of Bidenomics, and the Biden administration's commitment to diversity. - Kornisha McGill Brown and Dr. Angela MarshallE20
Kornisha McGill Brown and Dr. Angela MarshallDr. Chavis interviews the 27th national president of Jack and Jill of America, Kornisha McGill Brown. Brown 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. - Milton JonesE21
Milton JonesDr. 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. - Inga Willis and Craig SpatesE22
Inga Willis and Craig SpatesDr. 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. - Rawle Anderson Jr., Esq.E24
Rawle Anderson Jr., Esq.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. - Richard Dunn and Ashley MyattE25
Richard Dunn and Ashley MyattDr. 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. - Bill BynumE26
Bill BynumNearly 6 million households do not have checking or saving accounts. Over 50% of those households without accounts 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.