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Protect Palestine and Poor News Network

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Davey D speaks with Nancy Mansour about her humanitarian visit to Gaza. And later Poor News Network talks about America’s war on the poor. 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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Palestinian Solidarity Encampments

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“Today on Hard Knock Radio, Davey D brings together a diverse group of students and activists from across the country to discuss the Palestinian Solidarity Encampments. The participants delved into the recent nationwide protests supporting Palestine, highlighting the intense police reactions and the inaccurate media portrayals of the protesters. They also shared their personal experiences … Continued


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In Conversation with Dhoruba Bin Wahad

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On today’s episode we speak with activist Dhoruba Bin Wahad. 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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In Conversation with the Arab Resource Organizing Committee and San Francisco State about Palestine/ Peace and Dignity Run 

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We catch up with the folks from Arab Resource Organizing Committee (AROC) and SF state to talk about Palestine Liberation, new solidarity encampments and May Day events. Also we talk to Jose Malvido about the upcoming Peace and Dignity Run. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm … Continued


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In Conversation with Mario Van Peebles and Dave Roach about Outlaw Posse

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On Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D engaged with actor-filmmaker Mario Van Peebles and David Roach, who heads the Oakland International Film Festival, in a wide-ranging discussion about film and representation. They explored Mario’s illustrious career and the challenges and benefits of maintaining a family dynasty in the film industry. Central to the conversation was … Continued


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Understanding the U.S. Political Landscape

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In a compelling episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D discussed the turbulent U.S. political landscape with Dr. James Taylor, a political analyst and professor from USF. Their conversation delved into the deep polarization affecting the nation as it approaches the elections, with a particular focus on the extreme partisanship within the Republican Party … Continued


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Police Brutality in Antioch, California and Freeing Aging Politcal Prisoners

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We speak with community activists about police terror in Antioch, California. Later we speak with Minister King X about the release of freeing aging political prisoners. 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 … Continued


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In Conversation with Rose Clemente

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In an insightful episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D spoke with Rosa Clemente about her educational journey and her dissertation, which examines the role of hip-hop in political activism. Clemente shared her experiences with protests at Columbia University and other college campuses, highlighting how these movements have historically shaped political engagement among students. … Continued


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Kali Akuno, Oppressive Laws, Palestine and Earth Day

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In a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D was joined by Kali Akuno of Cooperation Jackson to discuss pressing issues surrounding a Supreme Court ruling that could drastically limit, or even effectively outlaw, the right to protest. They delved into the implications of this potential limitation, touching on how it represents a … Continued