While the wealthy disproportionately own real estate in the U.S., in many locales the properties of low income homeowners and especially homeowners of color are assessed and taxed at levels higher than their actual market value. On average, African Americans and Latinos pay more than ten percent higher taxes than whites for similar properties. Property … Continued
In an inspiring episode of Hard Knock Radio, I had the honor of hosting a profound discussion with two remarkable voices in the realms of music and activism: Minister King X and Ras Kass, alongside former prisoner turned advocate, Sitawa. Our conversation revolved around the transformative “Black Man, Rumble” project—a powerful initiative leveraging art to … Continued
In a heartfelt and sobering episode of Hard Knock Radio, Davey D, joined by guests Ahmed Ewaida and Adam Ghanim, delved into Gaza’s tumultuous conflict through the prism of music and cultural dialogue. The discussion, laden with personal stories and insights, highlighted the grave situation in Gaza, who many liken to genocide, showcasing the resilience … Continued
We discussed the defacing of Black and Palestinian murals and the impact it has on their communities. They highlighted the importance of these murals as cultural artifacts and symbols of resistance. The conversation touched on topics such as gentrification, cultural appropriation, and the erasure of black communal values. The participants also mentioned the connection between … Continued
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You’ll hear about the CA Reparations Task Force. What’s happened in the past year, and what’s ahead of us.
You’ll get a chance to submit testimony to the CA Reparations Task Force as the Interim Report released a couple months ago begin its final revision, centered around community testimony.
And you’ll get a chance to hear stories and experiences from another Anchor Organization for the Taskforce. Chris from CJEC, will be joining us at the end of the show
We sit down with comedian Karinda Dobbins to discuss the release of her debut comedy album, Black & Blue. The Bay Area comedian who has shared the stage with household names like Trevor Noah, Roy Wood Jr. and Gina Yashere recorded the album on a co-headlining bill with one of her best friends, Dhaya Lakshminarayanan. Karinda Dobbins was born and … Continued
We explore 400 years of traditional African American healing with author and historian Michele E. Lee.
We speak with multi-Grammy Award winner Fantastic Negrito about his latest music project, Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?
We have a spirited conversation about Kamala Harris’s VP bid, racial identity and prosecutor record. Guests: Tonya Love works for Assemblymember Rob Bonta as District Director for Oakland, Alameda, and San Leandro. She is also a member of the Oakland Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Tax Advisory Board, serving for the 2017-2020 term. Elected CA Democratic Party Delegate … Continued
In this episode, we focus on mental health and well-being in the African American community. Host David B. Feldman interviews Dr. Rheeda Walker, psychologist and author of The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health (due out May, 2020), about the impacts of racism, stresses of everyday life, and the power of reclaiming cultural identity.
