APEX Express
7:00 PM Pacific Time: Thursdays
APEX Express is a weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asian and Pasifika folx from all corners of the community. We are dedicated to highlighting the artists and changemakers that make up our diverse community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, artists, and activists and airs each week on KPFA 94.1FM.
APEX Express – October 18, 2007
From Asian American veterans to refugees fleeing war-torn homes – how did the war in Vietnam impact Asians? And, music from Bindlestiff’s CD compilation showcasing the Fil-Am music scene.
APEX Express – October 11, 2007
Filipino History month’s here: hear about a TV show that puts out what’s at the heart of the community and what happens when a major clothing store lets racist comments go un-addressed on the floor?
APEX Express – September 13, 2007
An upcoming film, "Freedom Fighters," featuring Yuri Kochiyama and Kiilu Nyasha focuses on their intersections with such notables as Malcolm X and Mumia Abu-Jamal. Hear about APATURE, the largest showcase of Asian American arts with lady DJ Zita on turntables. Visit: www.apexexpress.org
APEX Express – September 6, 2007
A recent attack on a mosque in Antioch and what the muslim community faces as the 9-11 anniversary comes up. And, women in Asian Pacific Islander American HIP HOP with RHAPSODISTAS! And, Pinay emcee quartet, Shortyrocwell.
APEX Express – August 30, 2007
William Wong talks about his new pictorial book Images of America: Angel Island. Also, an update on the Viet Community in New Orleans on the 2nd anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
APEX Express – August 23, 2007
Korean hostages: the response in Korea, impact on US relations in the war. Young musician finds voice on traditional Japanese instrument. Max Roach talks about a Jon Jang collaboration in rare interview.