Over the Edge – February 6, 2026
Themed mixes are made live and spontaneously on the air, consisting of found sound of many kinds and from many sources, old and new, put together on the run as the continuous audio collage continues.
Featured Episode
Calling All Seekers – February 5, 2026
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In advance of KPFA’s Black History & Culture Special, Here to Stay airs this Saturday, February 7 from 6am–6pm, Calling All Seekers is devoting the entire show both this week and next week to the astonishing breadth, bravery and artistry that characterize the Black Experience in the United States. Since 1619 – against impossible odds … Continued
The Bonnie Simmons Show – February 5, 2026
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Bonnie Simmons presents a unique mix of singer/songwriter folk, rock, soul, country, and R&B.
A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists. Envisioning Hopeful Futures Host Miko Lee speaks with two Bay Area artists, activists, and social change makers: Tara Dorabji and Cece … Continued
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Attorney General Bonta blasts Trump administration claims of fraud in California, other blue states; Epstein Files fallout continues as 4 nations open investigations; Patients in Gaza face uncertainty while awaiting travel for medical care via newly re-opened … Continued
Flashpoints – February 5, 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.
The State of Black Maternal Health in America
On this episode, we take an in-depth look at the state of Black maternal health in the United States and the ongoing crisis that continues to disproportionately impact Black women and birthing people—regardless of income, education, or geography. Guest host Thandisizwe Chimurenga sits down with Raena Granberry, Director of Maternal and Reproductive Health at the … Continued
Background Briefing – February 5, 2026
Background Briefing offers an educational approach to providing information in an era of “fake news.”
Time of Useful Consciousness
“Time of Useful Consciousness “ (The aviation term for the time between when the oxygen cuts out, and the pilot is still conscious…) Caroline welcomes astro mytho colleague Judith Tsafrir, as we weave powerful testimony from Aliya Rahman, and Renee Good’s brothers, Luke & Brent Ganger, rousing music – with the increasing rapidly arising dangers … Continued
John Sayles, author of the novel “Crucible” and director of eighteen independent films, including “Lone Star,” Eight Men Out” and “The Secret of Roan Inish” in conversation with Richard Wolinsky. They are joined by Maggie Renzi, John Sayles’ producer on fourteen of his eighteen films. Recorded January 20, 2026 in the KPFA studios. Also: A review of “How Shakespeare Saved My Life” at Berkeley Rep Peets Theatre through March 1, 2026. Credit: Richard Wolinsky