Hard Knock Radio

Youth Power Zone and Poor News Network

In this episode of Hard Knock we speak with George Galvis the executive director of Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice also known as (CURYJ) about the Grand Opening of the organization’s new Youth Power Zone in the heart of Oakland’s Fruitvale Village. In 2020, CURYJ launched an ambitious expansion campaign centered on the concept of the Youth Power Zone—an antithesis … Continued


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Honoring Tony Coleman and Poor News Network

We speak with community organizers about the legacy of Tony Coleman and an upcoming event to continue to honor his legacy. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.


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Uprisings in Sri Lanka and Town Nights

We speak with hip-hop artist/activist Ras Ceylon about the uprisings in Sri Lanka. And later we speak with George Galvis, the executive director of Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice (CURYJ) and the co-founder of All Of Us Or None about the significance of Town Nights in the Fruitvale.


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Abolition of Prisons and Dwele

We speak with George Galvis, the executive director of Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice (CURYJ) and the co-founder of All Of Us Or None… about the significance of Juneteenth, the abolition of slavery and The Town Nights in the Fruitvale ” Juneteenth Friday 17th. Later we speak with R&B artist Dwele about the music … Continued


Vice presidential debate analysis with political commentators Pastor Mike McBride and George Galvis and investigative reporter Greg Palast. Guests: Pastor Michael McBride (known as “Pastor Mike”) is a native of San Francisco and has been active in ministry for over 20 years. Pastor McBride’s commitment to holistic ministry can be seen through his leadership roles … Continued