The Bloc Power Hour

The Bloc Power Hour A culture-forward, business-driven KABC 790 radio show inspiring collective action through engaging conversations.

Furnished by Black Business Association and hosted by Sarah Harris.

08/08/2026

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Great hospitality isn't just about where you stay—it's about the story you experience.

In this clip, the founders of The Redline Venice share how every room, artifact, color, and design choice was intentionally curated to honor Venice's history while inspiring guests to imagine what's possible. Their vision transforms a boutique hotel into a living story of culture, creativity, and community.

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08/07/2026

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The Redline Hotel Group isn't just building boutique hotels—they're building a scalable investment model rooted in culture, community, and long-term impact.

In this clip, the founders share how The Redline Venice has outperformed the local market and how that success is creating a blueprint for expansion into future markets. They're proving that investing in culture-driven hospitality can generate both meaningful community impact and sustainable business growth.

Interested in learning more about The Redline's vision and upcoming investment opportunities? Visit theredlinehotelgroup.com/invest.

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08/04/2026

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The Redline Venice is more than a boutique hotel—it's an immersive experience where hospitality, history, and community come together.

In this clip, the founders share how each suite tells a unique story, why the property was intentionally designed for families and groups, and how community events transform the space into more than just a place to stay.

Discover how thoughtful design and purpose-driven hospitality are redefining the guest experience.

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🎧 Listen to the full episode of The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris wherever you get your podcasts.

California's future is being shaped today—and State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas is helping lead the conversation.From ...
07/28/2026

California's future is being shaped today—and State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas is helping lead the conversation.

From the future of artificial intelligence and workforce development to LA28 opportunities, the Historic South LA Black Cultural District, and building pathways to economic mobility, Senator Smallwood-Cuevas shares an inspiring vision for ensuring that every community has an opportunity to thrive.

"When workers do well, our communities do well."
— Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas

We've also published an exclusive feature article highlighting the key moments from our conversation and the Senator's work advancing economic equity, workforce innovation, and community investment.

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Learn how collaboration, innovation, and intentional leadership can help prepare our communities for tomorrow's economy.

07/27/2026

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What if one of history's most painful chapters could be transformed into a story of hope, ownership, and opportunity?

On tonight's episode of The Bloc Power Hour, the founders of The Redline Venice share how they're reclaiming the meaning behind "redlining" by celebrating community, preserving local history, and creating an inclusive hospitality experience that inspires every guest.

Don't miss this powerful conversation on entrepreneurship, culture, and building businesses that leave a lasting impact.

đź“» Tune in tonight at 6:00 PM PT on KABC 790 AM
🎧 Streaming afterward on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.

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🎙️ AIRING TODAY | 6 PM PT on KABC 790 AMHospitality can be more than a place to stay—it can preserve history, strengthen...
07/27/2026

🎙️ AIRING TODAY | 6 PM PT on KABC 790 AM

Hospitality can be more than a place to stay—it can preserve history, strengthen communities, and create new pathways to ownership.

Tonight on The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris, meet the founders behind The Redline Venice—Kamau Coleman, Michael Clinton, Sophea Samreth, and Destinee Sales—as they share how they're transforming a Black-owned boutique hotel into a catalyst for cultural preservation, community investment, and generational wealth.

From the history behind the name Redline to innovative approaches to fundraising, leadership, and hospitality, this conversation explores what it means to build a business with purpose and lasting impact.

đź“» Listen LIVE tonight at 6 PM PT on KABC 790 AM.
🎧 The episode will be available on all major podcast platforms after the broadcast.

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07/25/2026

🎙️ Every great space has a story—and at The Redline Venice, every stay becomes part of it.

What if your hotel experience connected you to the rich history of the community around you?

In this preview clip, the founders of The Redline Venice share how they partnered with historian Allison Rose Jefferson to preserve and celebrate Black history in Venice. Through artwork, photography, and interactive QR codes, guests are invited to discover the people, places, and stories that shaped the neighborhood—creating what many describe as a "museum hotel" experience.

đź“… Tune in Monday at 6 PM PT on KABC 790 AM for this inspiring conversation on The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris.

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07/24/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE COMING MONDAY!

What if a hotel could do more than welcome guests? What if it could preserve history, build community wealth, and redefine ownership?

On the next episode of The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris, we're joined by Kamau Coleman, Michael Clinton, Sophea Samreth, and Destinee Sales, the founding team behind The Redline Venice—a Black-owned boutique hotel transforming hospitality into a platform for cultural preservation, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment.

Discover the story behind The Redline Venice, how they're turning a painful chapter of history into a vision for the future, and why purpose-driven businesses can create lasting impact for generations to come.

đź“… Premieres Monday at 6 PM PT
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🎧 Streaming afterward on all major podcast platforms.

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07/22/2026

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What legacy will LA28 leave behind?

For Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, the answer goes far beyond the Games. It's about creating lasting opportunities through stronger small businesses, workforce development, strategic partnerships, and investments that continue serving communities long after the closing ceremony.

In this clip, she shares why the greatest legacy isn't just hosting the world—it's ensuring South Los Angeles benefits for generations to come through economic growth and the California-designated Black Historic Cultural District.

🎧 Catch the full conversation on The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris, now streaming wherever you listen to podcasts.

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07/21/2026

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Culture isn't just history—it's an economic engine.

On The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris, State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas shares the vision behind establishing the Historic South LA Black Cultural District—a designation designed to preserve Black history while creating new opportunities for tourism, investment, and community growth.

From Central Avenue and Leimert Park to St. Elmo Village and the Underground Museum, Senator Smallwood-Cuevas explains why South Los Angeles deserves recognition as California's premier destination for Black arts, culture, and heritage.

Her message is clear: preserving culture isn't just about honoring the past—it's about building economic opportunity for future generations.

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