Crosscurrents

Today, the growing influence of Latino voters. Then, a first hand account of Oakland's recent homeless encampment sweeps. And, we learn how costuming in movies helps to tell the story.

Youth in Richmond are organizing to reach apathetic voters. Today, how to make an impact even when you are too young to vote. Then, how the way schools embrace the LGBTQ+ community impacts teen attitudes and actions.

Helping others to help yourself, in a new story from Uncuffed. Then, photographer Tricia Turner shows us inside Black cowboy culture. And, an ode to hustling, from one of our final Friday open mics.

Today, we hear what’s most pressing for Oakland’s District 5 voters. Then, the personal impacts of climate change in a conversation with short story writer, Nina Schuyler.

Oakland singer and "America's Got Talent" finalist Dee Dee Simon shares what she'll do if she wins. Then, does wilderness feel the same to everyone? It's the last episode of How Wild.

After joining the youth group Team Stronger Than You Think, tbh producer Jessica Kim realized just how many people are experience teen dating violence. And she decided to do something about it. Today, a new story from tbh, our series by, about, and for teenagers.

Today, a Spanish language theater production company devoted to breaking down linguistic barriers. And a Bayview-Hunters Point poet reads her bilingual verse. Then, an update on the Oakland A’s during their last season in the Bay.

Today, what Oakland District 7 residents want city leaders to do in order to make their lives better. Then, what does it feel like when someone you trust pulls you away from your loved ones and home? And, a local photographer makes a living taking photos of food.

Oakland’s community response program for non-violent, non-emergency 911 calls has been in place for six months. Today we check in on how it's going and what they’re doing for Oaklanders. Then, who should be managing wilderness? It’s the next episode of “How Wild.”

This November some young people will be voting for the first time. And depending on where you are, a potentially baffling experience. Today, we hear from teens set to vote for the first time in the next episode of tbh, our podcast made by, about, and for teenagers. Plus, a reading from Oakland poet, Madeleine Cravens.

San Francisco bike messengers see parts of city life that others don’t, and today we get to ride along. Then, would a tax on driving at peak times push you to get you out of your car and onto a bus? And, Oakland illustrator Minnie Phan reads from her children’s book.

Today, we learn about the real science behind a new medical murder mystery. It's a conversation with writer, Elizabeth Reed Aden. Then, San Francisco author Mara Kardas Nelson explores the history and damage of microfinance loans.

The city of Richmond made a last minute deal with Chevron over a proposed tax that was headed for the November ballot. Today, we hear how the money might be spent. Then, we explore how technology is changing the way we experience “Wilderness.” It’s the next episode of “How Wild.”

Summer vacation is over and Bay Area students are back in school. Here at KALW that means it’s also time for the new season of tbh, our award-winning series by, about, and for teenagers. This year, we asked how they’re thinking about the upcoming elections.

André Davis is about to get a college degree at San Quentin. But he wasn’t always a good student. Today, we bring you a new story from Uncuffed. Then, an update on how the Oakland A’s have played during their last season in the Bay. And, a reading from Oakland author, Daniel Gumbiner.

Berkeley voters will elect 11 city officials in November, including a new Mayor. Today, how this election could reshape the policy and politics of their city. Then, what it’s like helping someone you love escape the world of online conspiracies. And, a reading from East Menlo Park author and activist, Dorsey Nunn.

Today, the problem with language translation between City Hall and San Francisco’s Chinese community. Then, we learn why an essential element of wilderness is “solitude.” It’s the next episode of How Wild.

This Sunday marks 83 years of KALW broadcasting in the Bay Area. Today, a quick look back at what we’ve been up to. Then, we hear from an Oakland sports superfan about the departure of the A’s. And, it's almost the end of Trans History Month but people from the community are still unsure what it means.

Some Oaklanders want their elected officials to be recalled, but others are pushing back. An Oaklandside reporter shows us what’s driving two high profile recall campaigns. Then, we hear how conspiracy theories are dividing local families, through the story of a mother and son.

Today we learn about a local program protecting vulnerable residents from the growing threat of wildfire smoke. Then, a preview of the next episode of How Wild.

Gospel music has a special place in the Black Church. In this episode, we visit a choir that opens its doors to all people, from all races, faith or no faith. Then, we head to the desert and spend time with a group of Christians at Burning Man in a story from our series, The Intersection.

Today, we’re launching a new series by KALW's own Angie Coiro: "Book It!" In the series, we’ll hear from Bay Area authors about stories set in California across time and genre. In this episode, Noir author Scott Phillips talks about his new book set in the earliest days of Hollywood.

When we say "wilderness," we aren't necessarily talking about land that was always uninhabited. Today it’s the next episode of our new series, How Wild. Then, we learn what Project 2025 says with its immigration policy, and how it is heavily ‘inspired’ by California.

Vice President Kamala Harris was the first woman and the first person of color to serve as the City's district attorney. And, she had a reputation for being tough on crime. Now, her politics are once again being scrutinized on the national stage and the country wants to know: Who’s the real Kamala?

In this episode, we revisit The Oakland A’s glory years and consider their future. It’s the next episode of Foul Ball. Then, we go backstage with an Oakland singer right before their first Stern Grove performance. And, a reading from Sonoma County author Bridget Quinn.