The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – May 25, 2026
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice.
Featured Episode
Flashpoints – May 25, 2026
An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein.
This Thug’s Life by MoPreme Shakur
On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with rapper, author, and longtime community figure Mopreme Shakur for an in depth conversation about his new memoir, This Thug’s Life. The wide ranging interview explored family, politics, Hip Hop culture, and the untold stories behind one of the most discussed families in modern Black … Continued
Background Briefing – May 25, 2026
Background Briefing offers an educational approach to providing information in an era of “fake news.”
The infinitely curious author and science writer Michael Pollan embraces the mystery at the heart of the great mystery of life: What is the nature of consciousness? And how can we understand consciousness when our only tool is our own consciousness? Joined by interviewer and UC Berkeley Psychology Professor Dacher Keltner.
What does it mean to be human, and how is digital technology stealing the skills we need to get along with each other? This week on Green Street, Patti and Doug talk about the EPA’s efforts to undo regulations on hydrofluorocarbons, and how New York Governor Hochul is dismantling the State’s groundbreaking climate law. Then … Continued
Black German Women Singing for Life, Love, and Liberation!
Listen to Oihane Roach and King Josephine share their stories of life as mixed-race Black German feminists and as musicians early in their careers seeking to contribute their music and sensibilities toward the liberation of all. You will also get the chance to listen to their evocative and lovely music and hear them harmonize impromptu … Continued
Over the last half century, diseases carried by insects — such as malaria and dengue, Zika and Lyme disease — have greatly increased. Sociologists Brent Kaup and Kelly Austin argue that the surge in vector-borne disease has been fueled by neoliberal capitalism, at times in unexpected ways, such as through loosened financial regulations governing mortgages … Continued
The Ralph Nader Radio Hour – Unions Hiding/A Solution to Gerrymandering
Ralph welcomes back union organizer, Chris Townsend, to discuss the reasons why the AFL-CIO shrinks from effectively fighting for its members and expanding the power of workers. Then, political scientist Lee Drutman lays out a system of proportional representation that would take away the incentive to gerrymander congressional districts. Plus, Ralph gives some quick takes … Continued
UpFront (Replay) – May 25, 2026
UpFront delivers a mix of local, state, and international coverage through challenging interviews, civil debates, breaking updates, and in-depth discussions with authors.