On the 4th Anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq, from Noon to 1:30pm, KPFA will broadcast from a demonstration in front of Nancy Pelosi’s office calling on Congress to cut off funding for the Iraq war. Speakers will include Aimee Allison, Matt Gonzalez, and many others. The demonstration will take place at 450 Golden … Continued
Hosted by Davey D and Malihe Razazan
Episode Four: "A Different Drummer." In this episode we first look at the origins and rise of Gospel Music, primarily through the life of Thomas A. Dorsey. We then trace its struggle for acceptance in the Black churches and colleges from the 1930s onwards. We conclude with an examination of its various forms today – … Continued
Between Civil War and Civil Rights. When the U.S. first faced the question of what role millions of free African-Americans should play in society, the news press was itself in transition. The popular "penny-press" was beginning to replace newspapers that were connected to political parties. The change would bring new standards to the news media. … Continued
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.
