It’s that time again…API hip-hop on Apex. We give-away a One-of-a-Kind API hip-hop compilation by DJ Phatrick during this KPFA fund-drive. And, we talk with Yuri Kochiyama about her life of supporting civil rights and bridging the Asian and African American communities. Her support of political prisoners remains an inspiration in today’s America where imprisoning … Continued
Pakistani Americans held up by FBI. Also Richard Aoki, the first Field Marshal of the Black Panther Party speaks about his role in the party and his message to youth on the 40th Anniversary of the founding of the Black Panther Party.
Filipina domestic workers in Lebanon jumped off buildings to escape from Israel’s bombardment as well as escape from abusive Lebanese employers. We talk with Irynn Abano of the Center for Migrant Advocacy in Manila. Also, selectively targeted South Asian convenience store owners and clerks in rural areas of Northern California in San Joaquin County were … Continued
Racial profiling, forced exile, and violations of human rights are fall-outs from 9-11. After five years, hear about where we stand in its wake and on-going cases from Special Registration as we talk with members of DRUM. And we cover the APAture Asian American arts showcase with Asian Crisis. Asian Crisis’ sound is inspired by … Continued
It’s that time of the month again: hip-hop API style with Praxis Roks & our hot topic: a look at the disappeared and detained post 9-11. APAture showcases the best of up & coming Asian Pacific Islander arts. As a part of this, Praxis Roks talks about their music and Sept. 22 show organized by … Continued
As Lt. Ehren Watada faces a possible seven-year prison sentence, we talk with Lt. Watada’s father about why his son refuses to deploy to Iraq and how his son is faring in the face of a possible court martial. And hear how Micropixie mixes Motown sounds and her own music. Apex’s Maya talks with Micropixie … Continued
One year in the wake of Katrina: as Vietnamese Americans return to New Orleans, hear about their little-known struggles to re-settle in an ever-changing situation. We talk with Mimi Nguyen who is helping the East New Orleans community prevent debris dumping near their homes. Also for more sounds and words on New Orleans go to: … Continued
A Muslim Voice honors a father whose son was killed in a hate crime. We’ll find out why and also about their conference this weekend. Apex also hears from members of the South Asian community about actions in support of civil liberties in this time of strife. And Bruce Lee on a road trip? Find … Continued
A special on the horrors unleashed in the Middle East pre-empts Apex. We’re back on-air Aug. 17 with award-winning journalist Pratap Chatterjee and we’ll hear about a performance that has Bruce Lee behind the wheel and on the road. Also, stay tuned as we gear up for APAture – Kearny Street Workshop’s major showcase of … Continued
It’s that time again… hip-hop in the API diaspora with Shing02 – an MC on both sides of the Pacific who also uses his music to stop a nuclear processing plant in Japan. Hear his CDs and learn about his collaborations with Ryuichi Sakamoto – formerly of Yellow Magic Orchestra – and DJ Krush. And … Continued
