Crosscurrents

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.

Star parties give Bay Area earthlings a rare glimpse into outer space. And, ‘tis the season to - catch a bug. Plus, the hit play, ‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ and why salons are magical.

An exhibition at the Bolinas Museum highlights the work of a local creator with big reach. The self-taught architect of the DIY movement, Lloyd Kahn. And, with San Francisco’s election over, we look at who spent what and where. Plus, we’ll hear poetry readings from three local authors.

It’s just starting to get cold, but... it's time to sign up for summer camp! Then, Golden Girls Drag Christmas! And, three local authors read from there memoirs.

For forty years, dedicated volunteers have tracked the migration of birds through the Bay. Today, we meet the community scientists taking birding to a whole new level. Then, we hear about the untold history of the printing industry in a new episode of Book It.

What’s brown, slightly smelly, and full of life? Compost! We’re digging into the green bins. Then, we hear an excerpt from The Stoop, all about the African origins of Country Music.

Today, we look at the limits of mobile mental health support teams. Then, an update on Berkeley’s mayoral race. And, journalists discuss how perceptions impacted theBay Area vote.

Today, we bring you a special episode of Crosscurrents. It's an audio tour of some of the institutions that have lasted, impacted, and changed San Francisco over time.

Today, we visit a space that supports artists, by providing a place to show their art. Then, a teenage author talks Old Hollywood, and what it takes to preserve the past.

Today, we’ll hear about preservation of the big and tiny. First, how endangered butterflies saved San Bruno Mountain from development. And, putting creepy crawlies on display.

The Sonoma County’s Mobile Support Team is trying to help people in crisis. Today, the gray areas of dealing with mental health. Then, a teenager reflects on his high school wellness center.

Today, changing traditional business models to empower workers. Then, The San Francisco Public Library is celebrating the late Maya Angelou with a special literary event.

Today, we’ll hear about some interspecies sonic landscapes in the form of music that's designed to be interrupted. Then, is ‘cancel culture’ a kind of modern moral panic? It’s a new episode of Book It.

Today, a local Iranian farmer grows the herbs of home. Then, an art exhibit encourages visitors to look inside themselves to feel empowered. And, Bay Poets brings us an oracle.

Today we go inside San Quentin’s mock elections. Then, we hear about comic books and mental health — for veterans. And, the passionate mix of music and movement of Flamenco.

Today, we hear from unhoused people in the East Bay on their role in the presidential race. Then, photos and voices from the lives that are swept up when an encampment is cleared.

Today, we look into how elections are structured. How our ballots are designed. How ranked choice voting actually works. And, the people who work to ensure our elections run smoothly.

Today, we get a glimpse into a local Goth scene and learn what makes it very Bay Area. And, we meet a florist who grows marigolds for Day of the Dead altars.