Hard Knock Radio

Fund Drive Special: ICE raids and the Broader Drift Toward Authoritarianism

On this Hard Knock Radio episode, host Davey D speaks with G1 (Gonzalo) of Rebel Diaz about Chicago’s escalating ICE raids and the broader drift toward authoritarianism. G1 describes the city as “under siege,” arguing that far-right and white-nationalist elements have been actively recruited into ICE and CBP. He details raids where families are zip-tied, … Continued


Hard Knock Radio

Fund Drive Special: ICE raids and the Broader Drift Toward Authoritarianism

On this Hard Knock Radio episode, host Davey D speaks with G1 (Gonzalo) of Rebel Diaz about Chicago’s escalating ICE raids and the broader drift toward authoritarianism. G1 describes the city as “under siege,” arguing that far-right and white-nationalist elements have been actively recruited into ICE and CBP. He details raids where families are zip-tied, … Continued


Hard Knock Radio

Fund Drive Special: “Ancestors” and Chicago Raids

On this Hard Knock Radio episode, Davey D opens with “Ancestors” by guest Miko Marks, framing her long road to wider recognition as audiences rediscover Southern Soul, Americana, and country through mainstream moments—from Beyoncé’s country pivot to Ryan Coogler’s recent work. Marks traces her journey from a 2005 traditional country debut to an expansive roots … Continued