We talk with long-time Oakland activist Liz Suk about the upcoming midterm elections and what it means to be a progressive in a rapidly changing Oakland political landscape. We talk about the many ways in which folks have misused and demonized that word with the purpose of hijacking the movement and causing confusion. We also […]
How the Midterm Elections Are Shaping Up-A Conversation w/ Slate Reporter Alex Sammon
We speak with political writer Alex Sammon of Slate about the midterm elections in 2022. We talk about the recent revelation made by Democratic Leadership that they would be pulling money out of several key Senate races because they don’t believe they are winnable even though they are attracting national attention to Candidates and races […]
Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism
We speak with author Safiya Umoja Noble about her book Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism. We talk about the insidious impact social media and search functions have on the visibility and social and political narratives around Black folks and other communities of color.
A Conversation w/ Ericka Huggins & Stephen Shames About Women of the Black Panther Party
We talk with former Black Panther Ericka Huggins and award-winning photojournalist Stephan Shames about their new book ‘Comrad Sisters: Women of the Black Panther Party.‘ This is a must-read as the book is captivating, inspiring, and insightful. It meticulously details many of the trials and triumphs of the women who made up 60% of one […]
The Latest Updates in the Community Efforts to Bring Justice for Zumbi of Zion I
We talk with journalist Liv Styler about the ongoing fight to obtain justice for Baba Zumbi of the group Zion I…For those who are unaware, in August of 2021, Zumbi checked into Alta Bates hospital in Berkeley for symptoms that many associated with Covid. Turns out he didn’t have Covid, but he never made it […]
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