Crosscurrents

In encampment sweeps unhoused people can lose vital medications and documents. We hear about San Francisco’s Bag & Tag policy. Then, former Representative Barbara Lee reflects on her career so far. And, the music that makes one Emo radio guy - dance. San Francisco's 'bag & tag' policy for homeless encampment sweeps Beyond the Fog Radio: Barbara Lee reflects On Repeat: Wonway Posibul, "Emo...

Journalism continues to change with the times. But what’s next? Today, first amendment experts explore the dangers and opportunities of journalism in a second Trump term. Then, a tiny mountain town that’s a major foodie destination. Slowing down at The Still Life Cafe. And, we add a dash of poetic flavor. Bay Agenda: The future of journalism California Foodways: Owens Valley town of Independence h...

An Oakland comic is making space on stage for Indigenous comedians. So today, we're prescribing laughter as 'Good Medicine.' Then, the many ways and reasons we’ve evolved to listen. "Good Medicine" is Jackie Keliiaa's stand up showcase, featuring Indigenous comics The art and science of listening

We are getting ready to ring in the new year of the Snake, but first… A look back. Today, lesser known histories of the Bay’s Chinese American community. Then, a unique San Francisco tradition embedded in local Lunar New Year celebrations: The Miss Chinatown USA pageant. The national legacy of Chinese American communities The making of a Chinese American beauty queen

In his first days in office, San Francisco’s new mayor has already rocked the boat. We take a look at Daniel Lurie’s approach to the fentanyl epidemic. Then, we meet the students who are taking a stand against plastic waste, one lunch at a time. And, we go genre exploring with one of our DJ’s with an episode of On Repeat, our mini-pod for music discovery. SF Mayor Lurie's 'fentanyl state of emerge...

For the first time in a long time, applications are open for Oakland’s Section 8 housing. We're chasing the “white whale” of rental assistance. Then, cheese making inspired by classical music. And, we’ll get a little preview of what’s to come with our newest season of Uncuffed. Oakland's Section 8 waitlist open for the first time in 14 years California Foodways: In the North Bay, a temple for chee...

Today, we’re going back in time to 1964, to what would later be known as The Freedom Summer. Back then, the  Mississippi Summer Project was a secret plan to try and force change in America.

Today, we check in on the race to Oakland’s city hall. Then, we hear from the host of the new series “Fire Escape” about the challenges faced by incarcerated firefighters.

Today, we meet the people organizing a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the music of Aretha Franklin. Then, for some artists, immense talent can come with demons.

Today, we hear how people are turning towards the wisdom of their ancestors in times of climate injustice. Mapping Indigenous identities and knowledge for the next generation.

Today, we meet a young Oakland woman from Sudan is digitizing old music cassettes for a new diaspora generation. Then, we meet a Castro Valley teen that’s living his acting dream.

Today, we're diving into our waterways. Up first, Scuba divers play a surprising role in farming. Then, a forensic diver who recovers evidence from the Bay.

What brings together comics, funk music, unconditional love, and extraterrestrials? It’s The Universal Funk Opera! Then, readings from Bay Area novelists and a dose of poetic medicine.

Today,  what it takes to preserve the truth and meaning of Native American histories. We visit the memories of home, and hear about efforts to restore an Indigenous homeland.

Today, we’ll look at how funding shortages make fighting drug overdoses even more daunting. And, we’ll meet people in recovery preparing for careers in addiction support.

Today, hear the first two stories from our award winning 2023 series 'In Harm's Way.’ Bringing much needed services to the streets, and a surprising source of sympathetic care.

This weekend, Oakland is getting a revival of Jazz's golden age. Then, where have all the men gone from the democratic party? We search them out in a new episode of Book It.

Today, in honor of the International Migrants' Day, we hear from immigration advocates, along with stories of music, movement, and poetry.

Today, the ousting of Oakland’s mayor and Alameda County’s District Attorney. Then, a novelist explores the story of family and coming of age. And, we honor the life of a treasured community builder.

Sonoma County is known for its hills covered with happy cows and charming vineyards. But emergencies do happen there. And when they do, 'Henry 1' is ready to help. Today, a story from our friends at the Nocturne podcast.

Today, what we learned from last week’s tsunami warning. And, in a new episode of Book it we explore the surprisingly seductive saga of Oakland’s seismology.

Recently, KALW’s series “Without a Voice” won the Northern California Society of Professional Journalists award for Investigative Reporting in audio. It looks into allegations of abuse at one of the most carefully regulated group homes in the state.

Today, what the future holds for Richmond’s political landscape. Then, SF’s Bayview-Hunters Point has very high rates of illness. The lasting effects from the shipyard's past.

Today, how lawmakers are preparing for a second Trump term. First, State of the Bay talks sanctuary cities. Then, the local wine trade’s take on possible tariffs to imports.

Pickleball is a hit in the San Quentin yard. And, it's played a big roll in changing the culture at the rehabilitation center. It’s an award winning episode of Uncuffed.