Episode Three: "And Sing!"This episode explores the rising arc and initial changes in Black choral music by looking at the Benedict and Kentucky State College Choirs, as well as the early professional choirs. We examine the work and influence of composers and directors like John Work-the-Third, Eva Jessye, Hall Johnson, and Harry T. Burleigh. We … Continued
American as Apple Pie: How Segregation and Terror Lost, 1940 – 54 This absorbing documentary demonstrates that equality under the law became viable for African Americans only after public opinion and federal policy had been turned against the white terror that enforced segregation and the denial of constitutional rights. The program illuminates the mid-century battle … Continued
Pacifica Radio celebrates International Women’s Day: Voices from women around the Pacifica Radio Network, hosted by Deepa Fernandes.
Pacifica Radio celebrates International Women’s Day: Voices from women around the Pacifica Radio Network, hosted by Deepa Fernandes.
Pacifica Radio celebrates International Women’s Day: Voices from women around the Pacifica Radio Network, hosted by Deepa Fernandes.
Episode Two: "The Legend Grows." In this episode we explore the lives, work and accomplishments of some of the college choir directors and composers – such individuals as William Levi Dawson at Tuskegee Institute, and R. Nathaniel Dett, first at Hampton Institute, then later at Bennett College. We profile a number of other college choirs, … Continued
Race with History: A KPFA Special Broadcast
KPFA’s interim general manager Lemlem Rijio and interim program director Sasha Lilley will give a report to the listeners on the state of the station and hear your questions and comments.
10th Annual Homelessness Marathon (5am-6am): An Excerpt from the video documentary entitled "Moshesh, A Journey Endured," co-produced by the KPFA Apprenticeship Department’s Ms. M will be in the mix of stories played during the 1oth Annual Homelessness Marathon. "The Bush Record On Homelessness." Co-Host: Phil Mangano, Director of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness … Continued
