Crosscurrents
Summary: Crosscurrents is KALW Public Radio's award-winning news magazine, broadcasting in the Bay Area Mondays through Thursdays on 91.7 FM. We make joyful, informative stories that engage people across the economic, social, and cultural divides in our community.
Podcasts:
Today, we'll talk about Golden State Warriors' head coach Steve Kerr. He is an NBA champion, but his grandparents actually saved lives. We’ll hear the story of how Kerr's grandparents helped thousands of orphans during the Armenian genocide. Then, we speak with a living legend from San Francisco’s Chinatown, Dorothy Quock. And, we’ll hear a reading from Vallejo author, Kelliane Parker.
Today, we speak with Lester Chambers from the legendary band "The Chambers Brothers" about the highs and lows of his life and music career. He and his son Dylan talk about how their current band "Moonalice" has given them life. Then, baseball legend Orlando Cepeda shares what it was like to grow up in the sport. And, we’ll check out an old-time ballgame with wool uniforms, tiny gloves, and good sportsmanship.
For Oaklanders seeking shelter underneath the highway, what do you do when your belongings are taken away? We hear an update on the encampment sweeps underneath Interstate 880. Then, we speak with a young singer from Oakland who writes about healing after heartbreak. And, a Black former Navy man, who is nearly 100-years-old, reflects on the discrimination he overcame.
The Golden State Warriors are in the NBA conference finals again. We’ll get an update on their championship quest, and meet a homegrown player who made it big with the team. Then, we speak with a senior about the heritage of our social justice movements. And, we’ll hear a reading from San Francisco author, Monique Jenkinson.
Tomorrow is Malcom X's birthday. He was a polarizing figure but to one Egyptian diplomat, he was a friend. Today, we learn about the friendship which helped lead to the late leader’s spiritual and political transformation and it's surprising Bay Area connection. Then, we hear how a young basketball player in '60s Berkeley was influenced by the message of Malcolm X. And, we’ll speak with a senior who knows the value of self-reliance.
Today, we hear how San Francisco’s regional Air Guitar championships let people become a rock star without an instrument. Then, we speak with a puppeteer who has their own unique style of puppetry. And, we’ll speak with a senior who defied expectations by living a life that is truly her own.
Today, we’ll hear how birds and farmers have formed a mutually beneficial partnership when it comes to pest control. Then, an author known as “The Money Witch” reads from her new guide to finances. And we’ll speak with a senior about the challenges of dating during the pandemic.
The Warriors are in their first playoff run since they left Oakland. Today, we’ll hear how one longtime fan never lost hope. How he kept the faith for nearly five decades. Then, we’ll meet a senior whose life was changed by self-discovery.
Today, we'll learn about The Geneva Towers, they were a public housing project in San Francisco that was demolished in 1998. We'll take a look into the city's complicated history with high-rise public housing. Then, we speak with an illustrator who reimagines queer icons as superheroes. And, we’ll hear from a senior working to give back to the city she loves.
Today we learn how San Jose business owners have been calling for a regular police foot patrol to make downtown safer. But local activists have a different image of what community safety looks like and who it includes. Then, we hear how a mother’s love and support can bring strength during incarceration. Plus, we listen to a retired physician as part of our 80 over 80 series.
The Warriors are in their first playoff run since they left Oakland. So, today we bring you a history lesson on how the Warriors became Golden State. Then, we’ll meet the two graffiti artists whose work earned them a special place within the Dub Nation. And, we meet a senior who spends her time profiling her fellow seniors.
Today, we learn how San Francisco’s Fillmore district was once home to a thriving jazz scene and vibrant black community, but by the '70s it was no more. We’re looking at what happened, what’s still happening, and the role the city plays in the neighborhood's history. Then, we hear how a South Bay writer who grew up watching Star Wars, is now writing novels for the franchise. And, we meet a 90-year-old Holocaust survivor.
May is Older Americans Month and we're sharing stories from San Franciscans 80 years and older as part of the "80 Over 80" project. And, we’ll hear a reading from children’s book author Stephanie Wildman.
Today, we hear how an Oakland-based writer turned to poetry in her healing journey. Poet and artist Kira Lynne Allen talks about her art therapy workshop and healing from trauma. Then, we get a taste of some authentic Uyghur Chinese food. And, Sonoma County author Shugri Said Salh reads from her book, “The Last Nomad.”
Today, we learn about an underground holiday called "Bicycle Day" which celebrates the creation of LSD. We attend San Francisco’s Bicycle Day event and learn more about the state of the psychedelic renaissance. Then, we’ll hear from author Michael Pollan on why some doctors are giving cancer patients psychedelic drugs.
