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BLOG 1/12/25 BLOG 1/12/25

From the Mountaintop: The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — WGN Radio - 720 AM

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MTV Investigates Shocking Crimes in "True Life" Spinoff hosted by Dometi Pongo
BLOG, CONTENT, TLC 1/2/20 BLOG, CONTENT, TLC 1/2/20

MTV Investigates Shocking Crimes in "True Life" Spinoff hosted by Dometi Pongo

The disappearance and death of Kenneka Jenkins devastated her family and the investigation left more questions than answers. True Life Crime premieres Wednesday, January 8 at 9/8c on MTV & VH1.

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Dometi Pongo Tapped to Narrate MTV Digital Shows "Ghosted" & "HFITF"
BLOG, CONTENT 12/31/19 BLOG, CONTENT 12/31/19

Dometi Pongo Tapped to Narrate MTV Digital Shows "Ghosted" & "HFITF"

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Featured in Chance the Rapper, Hannibal Buress Mini-Doc on Chicago Politics
BLOG, CONTENT, Videos 11/30/18 BLOG, CONTENT, Videos 11/30/18

Featured in Chance the Rapper, Hannibal Buress Mini-Doc on Chicago Politics

Dometi joined "Champ Bennett" of Chicagoist TV, giving his knowledge of what the city council does and what a committee is

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On Pongo's Audio Doc, “Bridge Over Lead Water”
BLOG, CONTENT, Podcast 10/23/18 BLOG, CONTENT, Podcast 10/23/18

On Pongo's Audio Doc, “Bridge Over Lead Water”

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NOW.CHICAGO: Chicago Influencers w/ Jon Hansen
BLOG 6/3/18 BLOG 6/3/18

NOW.CHICAGO: Chicago Influencers w/ Jon Hansen

Dometi discusses being named one of Chicago's Influencers, using his platform to tell authentic stories and the benefits of world travel.

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Event: A Global Look at the Challenges Facing Black Chicago
BLOG, Podcast 4/25/18 BLOG, Podcast 4/25/18

Event: A Global Look at the Challenges Facing Black Chicago

In commemoration of the historic events that occurred in 1968, our panel will analyze methods of resistance used among oppressed people globally in hopes of identifying actionable solutions to gentrification, racial wealth gaps, pay inequities, and violence in Chicago. Powered by AARP Illinois.

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Guest Hosting the Northwest Suburban Edition of Chicago's Best
BLOG, Videos 4/24/18 BLOG, Videos 4/24/18

Guest Hosting the Northwest Suburban Edition of Chicago's Best

Dometi heads to the NW burbs for a new take on the classic Greek donut & BBQ with a Latin twist

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BLOG, Podcast, Videos 4/6/18 BLOG, Podcast, Videos 4/6/18

From the Mountaintop: The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Artist Lounge Open Mic, Friday (2/9)
BLOG 2/5/18 BLOG 2/5/18

Artist Lounge Open Mic, Friday (2/9)

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ChiPedia Episode #3: The Congo Square — WGN Radio - 720 AM
BLOG, Podcast 2/2/18 BLOG, Podcast 2/2/18

ChiPedia Episode #3: The Congo Square — WGN Radio - 720 AM

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Chicago Urban League Launches First Podcast Tackling Issues of “CULture, Race & Equity”
BLOG, Podcast 10/5/17 BLOG, Podcast 10/5/17

Chicago Urban League Launches First Podcast Tackling Issues of “CULture, Race & Equity”

“CULture, Race & Equity - A Seat at the Table” is a ten-part series featuring conversations with community stakeholders, advocates and policy experts providing actionable solutions to some of Black America's most pressing issues.

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Pongo to Host Keynote Conversation for Digital Diversity Network
BLOG 9/12/17 BLOG 9/12/17

Pongo to Host Keynote Conversation for Digital Diversity Network

Register for free using coupon code 'VIP Comp'

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Panels, Poetry, and Parties | June Event Schedule
BLOG 6/9/17 BLOG 6/9/17

Panels, Poetry, and Parties | June Event Schedule

Mark your calendars! Here's a quick list of events Dometi Pongo will be hosting in June 2017.

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"Dometi Pongo: New School With Old School Values"| A Chicago Defender Profile
BLOG 5/5/17 BLOG 5/5/17

"Dometi Pongo: New School With Old School Values"| A Chicago Defender Profile

The city's iconic Chicago Defender pens a feature story covering a rising journalist's transition into the field of broadcasting and the unlikely inspiration for his hustle...hip hop.

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The Artist Lounge, a safe space for creatives
BLOG 5/2/17 BLOG 5/2/17

The Artist Lounge, a safe space for creatives

The Artist Lounge is art exhibition and poetry reading event held in Chicago every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at the South Side Community Art Center.

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BLOG 3/29/17 BLOG 3/29/17

Toni Preckwinkle: "Enforcing immigration laws is the federal government's responsibility"

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions threatens to pull federal funds from sanctuary cities. Local officials respond.

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Free Screening of "Olympic Pride, American Prejudice" Hosted by Dometi Pongo
BLOG 3/24/17 BLOG 3/24/17

Free Screening of "Olympic Pride, American Prejudice" Hosted by Dometi Pongo

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#DOJReport | Here's What Happened (in Less Than 2 Minutes)
BLOG 1/12/17 BLOG 1/12/17

#DOJReport | Here's What Happened (in Less Than 2 Minutes)

The Department of Justice finds CPD engages in the pattern and practice of unreasonably using excessive force.

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Event: Rediscovering the Media Relations Power of Radio with the PCC 
BLOG 1/10/17 BLOG 1/10/17

Event: Rediscovering the Media Relations Power of Radio with the PCC 

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