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The Fight for Mexican American Studies: Hard Knock Radio with Davey D and Dr. Nolan L. Cabrera

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In a powerful discussion on Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with Dr. Nolan L. Cabrera, a nationally recognized scholar specializing in racism, anti-racism, whiteness, and ethnic studies. Dr. Cabrera, a professor at the University of Arizona, provided a critical breakdown of the landmark battle over Mexican American Studies (MAS) in Tucson and the … Continued


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Volume 10 Reflects on Hip-Hop Legacy, New Projects, and the Good Life Era

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In a recent episode of *Hard Knock Radio*, host Davey D sat down with legendary West Coast hip-hop artist Volume 10 for an in-depth conversation about his career, his groundbreaking contributions to the genre, and his upcoming projects. The interview offered a rare glimpse into the mind of an artist who has consistently pushed the … Continued


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Hard Knock Radio: Quency Phillips on AI, Crypto, and the Future of Silicon Valley

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Silicon Valley is experiencing a shift that is raising eyebrows across the tech world. On Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with Quency Phillips of Lighthouse Silicon Valley to discuss the changing landscape of diversity, technology, and economic power. The Changing Face of Silicon Valley Silicon Valley has long been seen as a … Continued


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The Hard Knock Radio Conversation with Davey D and Needa B: Addressing Homelessness and Inequality

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Housing Crisis Across America Davey D hosted homeless advocate Needa B to discuss the growing housing crisis. They highlighted rising rents, gentrification, and the corporatization of housing. Needa B observed, “In six months, everything became unaffordable. People thought moving South would help, but not anymore.” She emphasized how large corporations buy properties in bulk, driving … Continued


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Hard Knock Radio – January 27, 2025

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Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.


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Black Panthers in Algeria and Poor News Magazine

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On today’s show, our friends from the podcast, Kerning Cultures, bring us Black Panthers in Algeria. Its the story of when Elaine Mokhtefi landed in newly independent Algeria in the early 1960s and quickly found herself at the center of a special period in the countrys history, at a time when Algiers welcomed liberation groups … Continued


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Hard Knock Radio Discusses the State of White Supremacy and Resistance: A Conversation with Dr. James Lance Taylor, Dr. Melina Abdullah, and Daryle Lamont Jenkins PT.2

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On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D welcomed three distinguished guests—Dr. James Lance Taylor, Dr. Melina Abdullah, and Daryle Lamont Jenkins—to discuss the growing influence of white supremacy, the importance of organizing, and the resistance needed to confront these challenges. The conversation covered a wide array of issues, from the policies … Continued


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Hard Knock Radio Discusses the State of White Supremacy and Resistance: A Conversation with Dr. James Lance Taylor, Dr. Melina Abdullah, and Daryle Lamont Jenkins PT.1

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On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D welcomed three distinguished guests—Dr. James Lance Taylor, Dr. Melina Abdullah, and Daryle Lamont Jenkins—to discuss the growing influence of white supremacy, the importance of organizing, and the resistance needed to confront these challenges. The conversation covered a wide array of issues, from the policies … Continued


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Hard Knock Radio Discusses the State of White Supremacy and Resistance: A Conversation with Dr. James Lance Taylor, Dr. Melina Abdullah, and Daryle Lamont Jenkins PT.1

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On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D welcomed three distinguished guests—Dr. James Lance Taylor, Dr. Melina Abdullah, and Daryle Lamont Jenkins—to discuss the growing influence of white supremacy, the importance of organizing, and the resistance needed to confront these challenges. The conversation covered a wide array of issues, from the policies … Continued


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Hard Knock Radio – January 20, 2025

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Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.