We are deeply saddened to pay tribute to Gus Newport, a remarkable individual who passed away on June 17, 2023. Born in 1945, Newport served as the mayor of Berkeley, California, from 1979 to 1986, leaving an indelible mark on the city’s progressive politics. As a member of the Berkeley Black Caucus, Newport was a […]
A Conversation w/ Boots Riley About I am a Virgo and the Mau Mau Rhythm Collective
On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, we had the privilege of sitting down with Boots Riley, the renowned rap artist, organizer, activist, and now filmmaker of The Coup. Our conversation centered around his latest TV project, “I Am a Virgo,” and delved into his experiences with television compared to his previous film, “Sorry […]
Hard Knock Radio Bios-Davey D
Dave ‘Davey D’ Cook is a highly acclaimed journalist, adjunct professor at San Francisco State University, and a prominent figure in the realm of Hip Hop. With an extensive background in media, activism, and academia, Davey D has established himself as a respected Hip Hop historian, political commentator, syndicated talk show host, and radio programmer. […]
A Conversation w/ Dr. Cornel West About His Run For President.
On June 21, 2023, Hard Knock Radio, hosted by Davey D and Rosa Clemente, featured a compelling discussion with Dr. Cornel West regarding his recent declaration to seek the Green Party nomination for the United States presidency. For those who are unfamiliar, Dr. West is an eminent American philosopher, political activist, and social critic who […]
Professor Tina Bell Wright: The Steps One Must Take for True Black Self Determination
Professor Tina Bell Wright, renowned author of the book “360 Degrees: The Blueprint for Black Self-Determination,” joined us once again on Hard Knock Radio. This time, our focus was on her recent thought-provoking article titled “Priorities …from Theory (RBG) to Practice (RBH).” Inspired by her observations at the “National Conference on the Black Cooperative Agenda,” […]
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