Today, in conjunction with Oakland’s Stagebridge Theatre Company, The Radio Chronicles present bilingual stories of humour, reflection, joy, amusement and sadness. Each story will be presented first in Spanish, then in English. Today’s four seasoned storytellers are: Terry Stokes, Sally Holzman, Marcelina Delgadillo and Simona Miller. Located at 2501 Harrison Street, Oakland’s Stagebridge Theatre Company, … Continued
According to Mumia Abu Jamal, August–in both historic and contemporary African American history–is a month of meaning, a month of repression. Hear segments from the four hour Black August special originally produced by Black Panther veteran and revolutionary journalist, Kiilu Nyasha and aired on KPFA October 2006. Also, as many freedom fighters such as the … Continued
According to Mumia Abu Jamal, August–in both historic and contemporary African American history–is a month of meaning, a month of repression. You will hear a commentary from Mumia Abu Jamal about the origins and significance of Black August. It's more stories of resistance, both individually as well as collectively. It's also stories of repression and … Continued
According to Mumia Abu Jamal, August in both historic and contemporary African American history, is a month of meaning, a month of repression. You will hear stories of resistance, both individually as well as collectively. You will also hear stories of repression and rebellion as we present part one of the documentary, Day of the … Continued
Hear the Black English translation of a William Shakespeare Sonnet from June Jordan, the most published African American writer in history. Hear why Alice Walker calls June Jordan the “universal poet.” Hear Angela Davis speak on the extraordinary life and work of June Millicent Jordan, this Sunday on the Radio Chronicles on KPFA, 94.1FM and … Continued
The George Mark Children's House in San Leandro provides respite care for extremely ill children and their families, which includes a waterfall, pet therapy, music therapy, hydrotherapy and a chance to make slime. With a full staff of volunteers, nurses, doctors as well as a kitchen offering up some of the finest cuisine available, the … Continued
The Radio Chronicles presents personal testimonies from Michael Jackson fans and colleagues; some rarely heard songs; excerpts from interviews with people like producer Quincy Jones, journalist Michael Puente, music guru Molly Meldrum, Tricia Rose, Professor of Africana Studies at Brown University, and Leon E. Wynter, author of American Skin. Today's Radio Chronicles is made possible … Continued
