A special Hard Knock Radio audio collection.
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
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.
The panel Women Speak Out Against Fascism featured Ericka Huggins and Elaine Brown, two legendary figures in the Black liberation movement, in a powerful discussion about the rise of fascism, state repression, and the role of women in the fight for justice. Both Huggins and Brown, former leaders in the Black Panther Party, drew from … Continued
The talk Cat Brooks and Ericka Huggins – Life Is Living was recorded in 2016 as part of the Life Is Living festival, an annual event that celebrates art, activism, and community engagement, particularly centering Black and Brown communities in Oakland, California. This conversation features two powerful voices in social justice: Cat Brooks, a longtime … Continued
Dr. Akilah Cadet, the founder and CEO of Change Cadet, joined Hard Knock Radio to discuss her book, White Supremacy Is All Around: Notes from a Black Disabled Woman in a White World. The conversation with Davey D explored the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the rise of anti-Black sentiment, and the broader … Continued
