Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Democrat Joe Biden names California Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. President Donald Trump suggests Harris is a weak candidate and calls her “nasty.” Advocates urge Governor Gavin Newsom to support renter protections in new bill. … Continued
Today on the Show: Joe Biden chooses Sen. Kamala Harris as his Vice Presidential running mate. We’ll talk to members of RootsAction.org and Progressive Democrats of America about the Selection. Also We’ll feature a brand new edition of FoodFight, the battle against hunger and hosuelessness in America. And will Have a Covid19 update with Dr … Continued
Hard Knock Radio – August 11, 2020
Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.
Rising Up With Sonali – August 11, 2020
A daily digest of independent news analysis, investigation, education, artistic expression, and activism in the public interest, emphasizing the connection between global issues and those in local communities. Hosted by Sonali Kolhatkar.
Cover to Cover – August 11, 2020
A celebration of the art of poetry and prose with Jack Foley, Nina Serrano, Jovelyn Richards and Jennifer Stone
Join Sarah Holmes and her guest, Enrique Salmon, for an exploration of indigenous ecological knowledge. Enrique is an ethnobotonist, author and head of the American Indian Studies Program at Cal State University–East Bay, in Hayward, California. Their discussion will include Enrique’s upcoming book, Iwigara: American Indian Ethnobotanical Traditions and Science. Follow Dr. Salmon on Instagram @iwigara.
Weasel Words of 21st Century Capitalism
Innovation, grit, creativity, flexibility, choice — these words are ubiquitous in US society and yet, according to John Patrick Leary, they’re not neutral. Leary weighs in on the language of 21st century capitalism and how certain keywords are a slippery way to avoid calling thing what they are. (Encore presentation.) Resources: John Patrick Leary, Keywords: … Continued
Recent electoral victories, all hard-fought, some stunning, have demonstrated progressive politics’ strength. What effect will this have on the Democratic Party, and Joe Biden? Guest: John Nichols, Washington correspondent for the Nation magazine joins host Kris Welch. Image: Wikipedia
Guest: Jean Guerrero, award winning investigative reporter and author of Hatemonger: Stephen Miller, Donald Trump and the White Nationalist Agenda.
Democracy Now – August 11, 2020
Democracy Now! is a daily national independent award-winning news program, hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.
Front entrance to Oakland Technical High School. Oakland Unified School District reopened on Monday without an agreement with the union OEA on how to safely reopen schools. On this show: 0:08 – Oakland Unified School District reopened, virtually, on Monday — but without a union agreement. So what does this mean for teachers and … Continued
Democracy Now – August 11, 2020
Democracy Now! is a daily independent award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.
Rising Up With Sonali – August 11, 2020
A daily digest of independent news analysis, investigation, education, artistic expression, and activism in the public interest, emphasizing the connection between global issues and those in local communities. Hosted by Sonali Kolhatkar.
Night Magic – August 11, 2020
Music of the The Great Jazz Legends, with Alex Danzler
A Box of Toys – August 11, 2020
A Box of Toys is a radio program dedicated to the mystery of obscure music. The sheer volume of new and original artists is utterly overwhelming and A Box of Toys endeavors to pluck these voices out of their dusty basements and onto the airwaves for your listening pleasure. It is the culmination of a … Continued