Recognizing and Honoring the Great Bob Law
From Rev. Al Sharpton’s Facebook Page: “Bob Law, a pioneer in National Black Talk radio, has passed away. His unparalleled #NightTalk show was the political grapevine of Black America. He was one of a kind, a true representative and voice of Black radio.
He gave me my first radio program when I was 16, and he along with Hank Spann introduced me to James Brown. My personal relationship with him and his Queen, Muntu, ran deep and strong for over 50 years. I will miss him dearly.
Bob, I will always love you and make sure you are never forgotten. Rest in power✊🏾🖤
#RIPBobLaw”
Bob Law was a pioneering Black talk radio host, producer, and activist known for hosting the nationally broadcast “Night Talk” and WBAI radio program “From The Streets.” An influential voice in Black media, he was a key figure in the “Run Jesse Run” campaign, directed documentaries on Black radio history, and was a New York State coordinator for the Millions More Movement.
Key Aspects of Bob Law’s Career:
Radio Pioneer: Hosted the first live nationally broadcast Black radio talk show, Night Talk with Bob Law, in 1981.
Activism & Politics: Active in the “Run Jesse Run” campaign of 1984, which supported Jesse Jackson’s presidential bid.
Documentary Producer: Created the documentary Saying It Loud: Radio Giving Voice To Black America to preserve the history of Black radio.
Broadcaster & Community Leader: Known for his work at WWRL and as a mentor in the Brooklyn community, focusing on Black political and cultural perspectives.
Recognition: Recognized by Reverend Al Sharpton as a true representative of Black radio and a pioneer in the industry.
Updated Content: Herb Boyd gives a fitting tribute in The Amsterdam News: Remembering radio griot Bob Law, a fearless voice for the people
Here are a couple of important broadcasts that featured our now ancestor Bob Law that have been fortunately preserved on YouTube. These were posted 10 and 13 years ago. As we get more information we will update.