Best KPFA Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Art and Activism: A National Dialogue on Hard Knock Radio 59:58

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On an enlightening episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D engaged with leading cultural advocates to discuss the transformative power of art in shaping communities and fostering political awareness. The panel featured Hodari Davis of Equity for Edutainment, Mazi Mutafa from Words Beats and Life out of Washington DC and Nataki Garrett of Arts for…

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Judge Cannon’s Fumble / Fairplay’s Victory / Israel’s War on Journalism 59:58

9h ago59:58

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On today’s show: Ralph welcomes back Constitutional Law Expert Bruce Fein to dissect Judge Aileen Cannon’s dismissal of Donald Trump’s classified documents case in Florida. Then, Ralph is joined by Haley Hinkle, Policy Counsel at Fairplay, to discuss their FTC complaint against the messaging app “NGL” and what their victory means for children’s saf…

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Adam Gopnik, “At the Stranger’s Gate,” 2017 1:48:18

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Adam Gopnik discusses his book “At the Strangers’ Gate with host Richard Wolinsky, recorded September 12, 2017. First posted October 19, 2017. Adam Gopnik has been a staff writer for the New Yorker magazine for over three decades. Among his best-selling books are “Paris to the Moon,” “At the Children’s Gate,” and “The Table Comes First.” He is curr…

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Talk-It-Out Radio – July 19, 2024 59:56

11h ago59:56

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A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio –…

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KPFA Radio Presents About Health - Pain: How It Works And Why We Have It 59:09

2d ago59:09

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Hosted by Rona Renner - Pain is an unpleasant signal and complex experience when something hurts. It’s an important message to let us know something is wrong, and to help us to take action to prevent further harm. Pain will often go away on its own, but it can also persist and become chronic pain, which is one of the most common reasons people seek…

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The Visionary Activist Show – Astro Jungian Pre-debate Mythic News Radio 59:58

26d ago59:58

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Caroline welcomes forensic, clinical and cardiac psychologist, Steve Parker. Dr. Parker is a Jungian psychologist and stone mason. He lives with his partner, Kornelia Grabinska (a Jungian Analyst), in a birch forest overlooking Fairbanks. He has lived and worked in Alaska for more than forty years, and treasures living on the edge of the wilderness…

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Full Circle 07-19-2024 Gaza healthcare_Islamiphobia In California and Growing up in The BPP 59:13

6h ago59:13

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Last Friday on Full Circle, as the devastation continues in Gaza, we spoke with a critical care physician and trauma surgeon, Dr. Feroze Sidhwa. He volunteered in Gaza and has returned to share his story. And in California, a thirteen year old Palestinian girl wearing a hijab was attacked and assaulted by a US combat veteran as she and her sister s…

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Hard Knock Radio – July 22, 2024 59:58

20h ago59:58

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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. The post Hard Knock Radio – July 22, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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Community Upliftment Through Local Activism: A Conversation on Hard Knock Radio 59:57

19h ago59:57

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In a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with key figures from the Oakland community to discuss upcoming events and the state of local businesses. Jacky Johnson of Urban Peace Movement, Rita Forte of the Olive Street Agency, and DJ Fuze of Digital Underground shared their insights and experiences on how community efforts are m…

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In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Call In – Pushing Limits – July 19, 2024 29:58

9h ago29:58

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Our expert, Connie Arnold has worked to improve In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) for over 35 years and she uses IHSS attendants for her own independence. She’s agreed to come answer your questions about this ubiquitous state program – the one many of us depend upon, appreciate, and want to dropkick to hell. Send your questions before the show, or…

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Critical Media Literacy and the 2024 Election

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Mickey’s guest for the hour is media scholar Nolan Higdon. They discuss how the principles of critical media literacy could help the public make sense of the current, chaotic election season in the U.S. and how the divide and contrasting worldviews between the older and younger generations can be partly explained by their choices of media. They dis…

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The Role of International Actors In The War in Sudan 57:47

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The Role of International Actors In The War in Sudan by VOMENA Team at KPFABy VOMENA Team at KPFA

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Hard Knock Radio – July 18, 2024 59:58

9h ago59:58

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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. The post Hard Knock Radio – July 18, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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The Visionary Activist Show – 5th Act be our task

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5th Act be our task Convening all skookum guides to good Earth Citizenship, living and ancestral…. Octavia Butler’s prescient novel “Parable of the Sower” written 1993 begins on the Full Moon, July 21st, 2024 (so we take it from there, weaving Repub convention, b bstrategy for now etc..) – Story re-write to include 5th Act. Michiko Kakutani @michik…

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In Conversation with Kali Akuno PT2 and Poor News Network 59:58

1d ago59:58

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In this episode of Hard Knock, we continue with our conversation with Kali Akuno about fascism and the loss of Democracy. Later Poor News Network explores America’s attack on the disenfranchised communities. 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 underw…

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Education Today – July 17, 2024 29:58

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Education Today is a radio show hosted by Kitty Kelly Epstein that alternates weekly and airs on Odd weeks. The post Education Today – July 17, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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How Islamophobia Is Driving a Mental Health Crisis Among Michigan’s Muslim Youth 41:36

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On this edition of Voices of the Middle East and North Africa, we speak with Dr. Eli Cahan about why Arab and Muslim Americans face significantly higher rates of mental illness.By VOMENA Team at KPFA

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The Corporate Power Brokers Behind AIPAC’s War on the Squad 39:03

1h ago39:03

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On this edition of Voices of the Middle East and North Africa, we have a conversation with Jacobin staff writer BRANKO MARCETIC about his In These Times investigation, which reveals the individuals behind AIPAC’s election war chest: nearly 60% are CEOs and other top executives at the country’s largest corporations.…

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Refugee Labor in Turkey and Europe’s Plastic Waste 34:22

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On this edition of Voices of the Middle East and North Africa, we have a conversation with independent journalist Adnan Khan about his recent article in MERIP titled "A Deadly Trade—Refugee Labor in Turkey and Europe’s Plastic Waste."He writes that China’s ban came at an ideal time for Turkey’s plastic recyclers. Less than two years before it was i…

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Asylum seekers in Greece, remembering Palestinian revolutionary Ghassan Kanafani 58:25

1h ago58:25

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The Mediterranean Sea has become a huge cemetery for many thousands of migrants and asylum seekers who have been risking their lives trying to cross it in search of a better future.This week, we speak with Athens based independent journalist Moira Lavelle about the state of refugees and asylum seekers trying to reach Greece-Later in the program, we…

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In Conversation with Kali Akuno PT1 59:58

6d ago59:58

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In this episode of Hard Knock, Davey D speaks with Kali Akuno about fascism and the loss of Democracy. 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. The post In Conversation with Kali Akuno PT1 appeared first …

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Hard Knock Radio – July 15, 2024 59:57

12h ago59:57

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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. The post Hard Knock Radio – July 15, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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A Doctor in Gaza / Trump Immunity 59:57

11h ago59:57

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We hear from Dr. Thaer Ahmad, a Palestinian-American doctor who spent time in Gaza trying to administer to a civilian population under relentless siege. Plus, Constitutional scholar Bruce Fein takes apart the Supreme Court’s decision to grant the president of the United States the powers of a king. GUESTS: Dr. Thaer Ahmad is a Palestinian-American …

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Aya de Leon, “That Dangerous Energy” 1:00:14

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Aya de Leon in conversation with host Richard Wolinsky. Aya de Leon is the Poet Laureate of the City of Berkeley. She is a novelist and poet who currently teaches creative writing at U.C. Berkeley. She is the author of ten books, the most recent of which are the adult novel, “That Dangerous Energy,” and the young adult novel, “Untraceable.” Origina…

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Full Circle 07-12-2024 Report From Houston on Hurricane Beryl and Israel and the Hannibal Doctrine 58:00

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This week on Full Circle, it’s clear now that Israel has enacted the Hannibal Doctrine on October 7th and it’s ongoing, allowing the Israeli occupation forces to kill their own people to prevent them from being taken prisoner. We’ll check in with a report from the Electronic Intifada. And as the devastation from hurricane Beryl is being felt across…

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Full Circle 07-05-2024 50th Anniversay of The International Indian Treaty Council BNC Replay 58:00

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Thanks for your patience as we catch up on some post’s. Last week on Full Circle, we shared some sounds from the IITC 50th anniversary gathering. As some of you may know, I recently became part of the Bay Native Circle team here at KPFA Radio. Tonight we’ll play a couple of interviews that just aired on Bay Native Circle. We'll hear from two women …

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Democrats in a Panic Over Biden’s Struggles and The 2024 Election (Part Two) and Unhoused Teach-In 59:57

1d ago59:57

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In this episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with James Lance Taylor Ph.d, professor of politics at the University of San Francisco about the democratic party existing in a panic over Biden’s performance polls and the upcoming election, 2024. Later Homeless advocate Needa B talks about the unhoused issue in Oakland, California and the…

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Talk-It-Out Radio – July 12, 2024 59:58

8d ago59:58

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A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio –…

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Social Workers With Disabilities – Pushing Limits – July 12, 2024 29:58

1d ago29:58

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What comes to mind when you think of mental health? Therapy? Trauma? Disability? If you happen to think of all three than this program is for you. According to the CDC, “Adults with disabilities report experiencing frequent mental distress almost 5 times as often as adults without disabilities”. Who better suited to help disabled individuals naviga…

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The Motives for Ukraine Intervention / What Happened to Sweden? 59:57

11d ago59:57

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In the first part of the program, Eleanor Goldfield speaks with journalist and analyst Ben Norton about the ongoing proxy war between Russia and NATO happening in Ukraine, the bludgeoning of multiple peace deals by the U.S., and the ultimately pointless struggle against a multipolar world. Ben also highlights the recent media kerfuffle on the petro…

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“Everybody wants it preserved”: Time is running out to save this Oakland landmark 56:37

2d ago56:37

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The 16th Street Station was built in 1912 to serve as the western depot for Southern Pacific’s transcontinental railroad. For millions of people migrating to California, their first up-close glimpse of the Golden State was getting off the train in West Oakland and entering the station’s 13,000-square-foot main hall. The room’s massive, arched windo…

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Democrats in a Panic Over Biden’s Struggles and The 2024 Election 59:58

2d ago59:58

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In this episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with James Lance Taylor Ph.d, professor of politic at the University of San Francisco about the democratic party existing in a panic over Biden’s performance polls and the upcoming election, 2024. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a …

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The Visionary Activist Show – “Time of Useful Consciousness” 59:58

8d ago59:58

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“Time of Useful Consciousness” Earth Citizens Arise! Divination, dedication, political acumen Caroline welcomes return of Pat Ewing, who brings all of the above in her long journey as full service, adaptogenic political strategist in all realms…… Patricia Ewing is the former Deputy Chief of Staff to Vice President Al Gore, Deputy Chief of Staff to …

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Understanding Dark Money and Project 2025 with Lisa Graves 59:58

3d ago59:58

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Davey D speaks with Lisa Graves the founder and Executive Director of True North Research, a national investigative watchdog group that works with journalists and other researchers to shine a bright light on the dark money fueling regressive agendas targeting vital institutions in our republic, such as our courts and public schools. The conversatio…

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Education Today – July 10, 2024 29:58

11d ago29:58

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Education Today is a radio show hosted by Kitty Kelly Epstein that alternates weekly and airs on Odd weeks. The post Education Today – July 10, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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Understanding Project 2025 59:57

4d ago59:57

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In a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D engaged in a thought-provoking conversation with Lawrence Ross, a renowned historian and author. Ross is best known for his critically acclaimed books, “The Divine Nine: The History of African American Fraternities and Sororities” and “Blackballed: The Black and White Politics of Race on America…

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Hard Knock Radio – July 8, 2024 59:59

5d ago59:59

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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. The post Hard Knock Radio – July 8, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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The Plastics We Breathe / Industrial Hemp 59:58

5d ago59:58

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Ralph welcomes Washington Post reporter Shannon Osaka to discuss her new article “The Plastics We Breathe” and the shocking truth that the plastics we’re using aren’t just polluting the environment — they’re polluting our bodies as well. Then, Ralph checks in on the state of the industrial hemp movement with “Hempster” filmmaker and activist Michae…

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Nancy MacLean: How the Right-Wing Took Over the Courts 1:55:23

7d ago1:55:23

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Nancy MacLean, author of “Democracy in Chains: The Deep History of the Radical Right’s Stealth Plan for America” in conversation with Richard Wolinsky. Nancy MacLean’s 2017 book, “Democracy in Chains,” deals with the long game of the Koch brothers and their ilk, which may now have finally come to fruition with the Supreme Court legalizing bribery a…

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Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras: A History of Blaxploitation Cinema (Encore) 59:58

19d ago59:58

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We speak with author and culture critic Odie Henderson about his latest book, Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras: A History of Blaxploitation Cinema. Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras is a spirited history of a genre and the movies that he grew up watching, which he loves without irony (but with plenty of self-awareness and humor). Blaxploitation wa…

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Talk-It-Out Radio – July 5, 2024 59:58

8d ago59:58

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A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio –…

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Paratransit Problems – Pushing Limits – July 5, 2024 29:59

13d ago29:59

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For a disabled person who needs a ride, paratransit sounds great. You call them up, someone comes in a wheelchair accessible van and away you go! But, the reality is not that simple! Despite the fact that more vehicles are used for paratransit than any other type of public transportation, a plethora of issues plague paratransit services. What happe…

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Julian Assange is Free / Social Media 2024 59:58

11d ago59:58

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In a plea bargain with Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, the Justice Department ended its effort to extradite him to the U.S. for an Espionage Act trial, and Assange, freed from Britain’s Belmarsh Prison, returned home to Australia a free man. The Assange legal case is over, but what are the ongoing implications for press freedom? We hear from the …

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The Meaning of the Fourth of July 59:57

9d ago59:57

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We look at the meaning of July 4th with a rendition of Frederick Douglass’ speech WHAT, TO THE SLAVE, IS THE FOURTH OF JULY? read by Ossie Davis. Later we present a sermon from Rev Jeremiah Wright titled A More Perfect Union. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station withou…

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The Visionary Activist Show – Agents of Accountability 59:58

11d ago59:58

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“Speak to the Weary – a word that will rouse them” (Isaiah) Let’s all be De-bamboozling Accomplices/Dark o Moon US birthday. So it comes to all of us- To assume cultural narrative lead… To be good Citizens, agents of accountability as sine qua non for democracy… Earth Citizens…. Caroline welcomes these dedications in the human form of Jamie Yeager,…

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ON THE DECK - KPFA Monthly Announcements - July 2024 8:06

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July 2, 2024 - KPFA Radio station updates with host mikO Tolliver & Interim General Manager Antonio Ortiz 75th Anniversary Year 4th of July Federal Holiday - Station Closed No Summer Fund Drive ON THE DECK taking summer break. Will return in September. Donor Highlight - Stephen from Ukiah Follow KPFA on Social Media…

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Imperial Court for an Imperial President and ABC’s of HBCU’s 59:58

10d ago59:58

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Kalonji Changa speaks with Dhoruba Bin Wahaad about the Supreme Court’s ruling on immunity and fascism. Political commentator Mumia Abu-Jamal explores the US Supreme court’s ruling. Later we speak with Claudia Walker, the author of The ABC’s of HBCU’s. The first ABC book dedicated to historically Black colleges and universities. Hard Knock Radio is…

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Education Today – July 3, 2024 29:58

21d ago29:58

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The mainstream press runs constant and repetitive stories criticizing Oakland’s Mayor. Hear some folks with a different point of view on today’s show. The post Education Today – July 3, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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US Supreme Court Ruling on Immunity 59:58

11d ago59:58

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Guest host Thandisizwe Chimurenga speaks with University of San Francisco Professor Dr. James Taylor about the recent Supreme Court’s ruling on immunity. 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. The post …

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