Crosscurrents

In today's show, California lawmakers describe their experience under attack at the U.S. Capitol. Then, we get an update on why the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been slower than expected. And, we hear Shirley Weber's plans for her role as California's next Secretary of State. Plus, an episode from the New Arrivals podcast, featuring a local author.

Black women journalists have had to face criticism and jump over many hurdles to be seen and taken seriously. We explore what it means to be a Black woman on the air today. And, we go back in time to hear what it was like in the past with a Bay Area broadcasting pioneer. Veteran journalist Belva Davis, plus Jemele Hill. It’s a special episode from The Stoop podcast: Black on Air. Tune into KALW 91...

As the latest wave of coronavirus cases has prompted increased restrictions, U.S. lawmakers are still trying to negotiate a relief package. Congresswoman Barbara Lee shares what she hopes to see from the Biden administration in 2021. Then, an Oakland artist with Southern roots pays homage to enslaved African Americans. And, in a story from Uncuffed, we hear about a musician who picked up the guita...

What happens when your community, your group, has certain behaviors, that you just don’t want to engage in? Or don’t support? A Stanford psychologist breaks down social desirability bias — the pressure to conform to what your group does, even when you may not want to. Today, it's an episode of The Stoop podcast: "All Black Everything?"

Next week will mark nine months since Bay Area health officials first ordered residents to shelter-in-place. As we approach the end of this year, bracing for a devastating holiday surge, we'll hear from people who are fed up and others who are hopeful. It’s a special year-end edition of Day By Day: Quarantine Diaries. Subscribe to the Day By Day podcast on your favorite podcast player.

Homicides are way up in Oakland this year, surpassing last year’s count. We hear from an anti-violence activist on what’s driving these killings. Then, meet an East Oakland teenager who is a sensation on the drums. And, a story from Uncuffed about how yoga brings people together, even in prison.

Danielle Fuentes Morgan On The Revolutionary Power Of Black SatireLives Worth Living Through Humor, by Dara M WilsonComedy Is For The People, by Alexandria LoveTune into KALW 91.7 FM Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. or subscribe to the podcast to listen on-demand.

How Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs May Have Lost His Job Because Of A Controversial "News" SiteSolano County Builds Community Trust Before Rolling Out VaccineTroy Chew Puts A Hip Hop Twist To European ArtistryTune into KALW 91.7 FM Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. or subscribe to the podcast to listen on-demand.

Periods Are A Monthly Crisis For Homeless WomenSan Francisco Poet Laureate Kim Shuck Has the Mic, and She's Speaking Up for Indigenous WomenNew Arrivals: Zara Stone's New Book "The Future Of Science Is Female"Tune into KALW 91.7 FM Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. or subscribe to the podcast to listen on-demand.

Why Armenians Love Steve Kerr. It’s Not Basketball. It’s Thanks to Steve Kerr’s GrandparentsRebuilding Family Relationships From Inside Prison WallsNew Arrivals: Bridget Quinn's New Book "She Votes: How U.S. Women Won Suffrage, And What Happened Next"Tune into KALW 91.7 FM Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. or subscribe to the podcast to listen on-demand.

When Kamala Harris left her post as California’s Attorney General to join the senate her political stances appeared to shift Today, we’re bringing you the final episode from the new podcast Chronicled: Who Is Kamala Harris? about how her time in Washington catapulted her to the national stage. Then, we hear about a documentary that explores the history and culture of vinyl records.

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris was only the second Black woman and the second Asian American to have ever served in the U.S. Senate. She gained a reputation for her tough questioning style and her progressive voting record. But before that, she was San Francisco’s “top cop.” Today, we’re bringing you another episode from the San Francisco Chronicle podcast Chronicled: Who Is Kamala Harris?

Vice President elect Kamala Harris surprised the people closest to her when she chose her career. Today, in another episode from the new podcast Chronicled: Who Is Kamala Harris? we hear why she went down that path. Then, we hear a story from Uncuffed about what happens when a wild turkey lands on a prison yard.

Today, we're continuing a new series from the San Francisco Chronicle looking at Vice President-elect Kamala Harris's early life and career as a prosecutor to her rise to the national stage. It's Chronicled: Who Is Kamala Karris? In this episode, we hear how Harris’ early life in Berkeley shaped her worldview and her politics.

Today, we're bringing you a new series from the San Francisco Chronicle that looks at Vice President-elect Kamala Harris's early life and career as a prosecutor to her rise to the national stage. It's Chronicled: Who Is Kamala Karris? In this episode, as California’s Attorney General, Harris takes on Wall Street.

San Francisco is a city of just seven by seven miles, but it's produced some of the nation’s biggest political names — most recently Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. She was the first woman and the first person of color to serve as the City's district attorney. But, she had a reputation for being tough on crime. Now, her politics are being scrutinized on the national stage and the country wants...

At the beginning of the pandemic, San Francisco rented over 2,000 hotel rooms to move unhoused people off the street. Today, we hear how they plan to move people into more permanent housing. Then, we learn the meaning behind singer Valerie Troutt’s new album, "The Oakland Girl." And, in a story from Uncuffed, an incarcerated musician changes his tune after a visit from his sister.

Progressive candidates won big in the city of Richmond — we discuss what those election results mean. Then, a Black author talks about growing up with albinism in East Oakland. And, a new book looks at the history of protest through the lens of young people.

San Francisco voters have had their say, so what do the election results mean for Bayview-Hunters Point? We hear post election analysis from Hoodline reporter Meaghan Mitchell. Then, we find out how an Oakland dance group became one of the biggest African dance troupes in the country. And, we go to Solano State Prison, where a man teaches a class on truck driving using a model dashboard he made by...

Today, we go to Oakland to check on election results and how they will change the city. Then, we hear about a band that’s always switching things up. And, we meet the editors of an anthology filled with stories of mystery and murder set in Berkeley.

While we’re still glued to our screens waiting for a final verdict on the presidential race, we're also looking at local elections results. We hear how people in the Bay Area are feeling. Plus, we talk to El Tecolote’s editor-in-chief about local Latino communities. And, we take a break from the elections with a reading from a local poet.

As voters cast their ballots, intimidation and suppression tactics are emerging, and those experiencing homelessness are especially vulnerable. Today, we take a closer look at the unhoused community, and some of the California propositions meant to help them. And, we hear from the people on the front lines of the election — poll workers and officials who are making sure this important day runs smo...

This year has marked a turning point in how American athletes have engaged in political issues. Today, we’ll hear from our teenaged reporters from the podcast "tbh" about how the next generation is engaging in the movement for racial justice.

Residents in the City of Alameda are debating over building more dense housing. We learn more about Measure Z. Then, we head to Bayview, an area with historically low voter turnout, to hear what’s getting them to the polls next week. And, we hear about a new sci-fi thriller that takes you on a dystopian journey. Plus, today's local music features Oakland-based artist Greg Ashley with a new record...

The election is just a week away, and Californians will decide on a measure that could allow people on parole to vote. Today, we learn more about Prop 17. Then, Californians move to Texas and change the local political scene. And, we get spooky with one filmmaker who takes us on a haunted tour of the Bay Area. Plus, today's local music features a new album from Dingbat Superminx.