KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Uncle Vanya” by Anton Chekhov, adapted by Conor McPherson, at Berkeley Rep Peets Theatre through March 23, 2025.
What is the legacy of white supremacy and white supremacists in American prisons? How did the Black Power movement spur an evolution in the violence of the US carceral system and its agents. Those are some of the questions asked and answered by our guest today, Brittany Friedman, in her book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies … Continued
Discussed in this episode: This week marks the fifth anniversary of the first COVID shelter-in-place orders in the United States. The measles outbreak in West Texas has now infected 198 people, sent 23 to the hospital, and killed one child. To send us a question in advance of next week’s show, write to: coronacalls@kpfa.org Tune in … Continued
Chimananda Ngozi Adichie, Nigerian author of “Americanah” and four other novels, in conversation with host Richard Wolinsky, recorded in the KPFA studios, June 5, 2013. She is widely regarded as a central figure in postcolonial feminist literature.
This event will be held at the North Branch of the Berkeley Public Library, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley CA 94707. Tel. 510-981-6250. This event is free to the public. No reservations required. Author, journalist and nationally syndicated TV and radio host Sonali Kolhatkar visits North Branch for a conversation with activist, organizer and radio host Davey D to celebrate the release … Continued
We spoke with journalist, author, and activist Sonali Kolhatkar about her new book, Talking About Abolition: A Guide to Navigating Difficult Conversations. In this conversation, Kolhatkar breaks down the misconceptions surrounding abolition, addressing common concerns and pushback that arise when discussing alternatives to policing and incarceration. She provides practical tools for engaging in meaningful discussions, … Continued
Rhodes Berry, until last month, Assistant Chief Counsel at the Department of Energy, based at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
The conversation between Hard Knock Radio host Davey D and Medea Benjamin of Code Pink focused on Trump’s recent address to Congress, broader political dynamics, and key policy concerns. Key Takeaways: Trump’s Speech: Medea Benjamin found it highly partisan, more of a campaign rally than a formal address to Congress. She criticized his self-congratulatory tone and how he … Continued
A Day Without Immigrants: Protest and Fear 02-04-2025 The conversation began by reflecting onA Day Without Immigrants, a protest highlighting the economic contributions of immigrants. Montez emphasized that while many marched, fear prevented some from participating. People are terrified of ICE, law enforcement, and border patrol, Montez explained. The fear of deportation keeps many in … Continued
On this episode of Hard Knock Radio, we dive into a compelling conversation with author Joy James about her latest book, In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love: Precarity, Power, Communities. James explores the intersections of vulnerability, resistance, and solidarity, shedding light on how communities can build transformative power amidst structural challenges.