As Congress considers a war powers vote, economist Mark Weisbrot places the Trump administration’s attack on Venezuela in the context of a longstanding bipartisan campaign to undermine left-leaning governments across Latin America. He discusses the differing visions Trump and his Secretary of State Marco Rubio have for the region, one focused on oil and the … Continued
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Estrenos y algo de lo mejor de la música latina alternativa. Conducción y producción por Miguel Guerrero.
Island nations have produced the least carbon dioxide emissions, but are paying the greatest price for global warming as they face inundation and obliteration. Yet many in wealthy continental countries know little about them or their plight. Scholar and environmental journalist Christina Gerhardt discusses the circumstances of islands surrounded by a rising sea, many made … Continued
COHA senior fellow Danny Shaw rejoins us, with your calls, to further elucidate the politics of the Caribbean and Latin America. Hosted by Kris Welch.
The assassination of the president of Haiti has shocked the world. Long-time observer and reporter on the region Danny Shaw joins us to discuss the current upheavals in the Caribbean. PLUS: a program of Oakland storytellers! PLUS: poet Raymond Nat Turner. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Poet and prolific author Margaret Randall comments on recent events in Cuba and Nicaragua—revolutionary governments, long the targets of hostile U.S. foreign policy, now in civic upheaval. She also pays tribute to her friend and fellow activist Bettita Martinez, who recently died. Hosted by Kris Welch.
We speak with organizers about upcoming May Day actions. We also speak with filmmakers, Eli and Khalil about their new film Bakoso which was shot in Cuba. Guests: Eli Jacobs-Fantauzzi, Khalil Fantauzzi, Rachel Jackson and Cherry Murphy.
The U.S. majority-conservative Supreme Court will hear new cases threatening a woman’s right to choose. We hear what’s up from Rewire News Group. PLUS: Bobi Cespedes, beloved and legendary singer, songwriter, with a new CD!!! Hosted by Kris Welch.
She lived in three historic revolutions: Mexico 1968, Cuba 1968-1980, Nicaragua 1980-1984. She wrote poems and books about it, over 90 so far. Deep understanding of art, revolution and women. Margaret Randall joins host Kris Welch. Photo: Margaret Randall, end of 2019 on Wikimedia Commons.
The U.S. appears to be attempting a coup in Venezuela: what’s really happening there? PLUS: an anniversary is building toward celebration—the Venceremos Brigade is 50! With host Kris Welch.
