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One scandal too many leads to downfall of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson; “Epic” agreement to limit Medicare drug prices; San Francisco mayor chooses critic of recalled District Attorney to replace him

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces he’ll resign once Conservatives select a new leader Young people tell California Senator Padilla gun violence has always been a feature of their lives San Francisco Mayor names vocal critic of … Continued


UpFront PM

UpFront PM – July 7, 2022

UpFront delivers a mix of local, state, and international coverage through challenging interviews, civil debates, breaking updates, and in-depth discussions with authors. UpFront PM is the afternoon edition of UpFront. Pitch us at upfront@kpfa.org.


A conversation with the great theatre director Peter Brook (1925-July 2, 2022), recorded in San Francisco in 2017, discussing his history with the Royal Shakespeare Company, his relationship to the theatre of Artuad, and his work on the various versions of the Indian epic, “The Mahabarata.” Then, an interview with Tess Gerritsen discussing her 2021 novel, “Choose Me,” co-written with Gary Braver, now out in trade paperback. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.