By Dave ‘Davey D’ CookHard Knock Radio March 28 2025 Contra Costa County, CA — Community members, justice advocates, and grieving families are expressing outrage following the early release of former Contra Costa Sheriff’s Deputy Andrew Hall, who was convicted for fatally shooting two residents—Tyrell Wilson and Laudemer Arboleda. Hall, originally sentenced to six years […]
Dr. Mike Benitez: “This Is a Direct Attack on Academic Freedom and Democracy”
Higher Ed under fire as institutions, students, and educators face political pressure to silence dissent and dismantle diversity initiatives By Dave ‘Davey D’ Cook | Hard Knock Radio | March 24 2025 The Political Push to Defund Diversity In a wide-ranging conversation on Hard Knock Radio, education leader and cultural scholar Dr. Michael Benitez issued […]
Celebrating Roy Ayers: A Tribute to a Jazz Legend Who Belonged to Everyone
Honoring the Musical Genius of Roy Ayers In this special tribute episode of Hard Knock Radio, we honored the legacy of the iconic Roy Ayers. Joined by Ursula Rucker, Jessica Care Moore, and Kwadwo Deterville, we shared stories, music, and reflections on Ayers’ lasting cultural impact. Roy Ayers was more than a musician. He was […]
Qasim Rashid on Media: Why Progressives are Losing Ground & How to Fight Back
On this episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D speaks with human rights lawyer and author Qasim Rashid about the alarming decline of left-leaning media platforms, the rise of right-wing digital dominance, and the urgent need for progressive organizers to reclaim digital spaces. With over 1.5 million followers and a Substack audience of 120,000+, […]
San Francisco’s Right Turn: Mayor Lurie’s Law-and-Order Agenda Faces Scrutiny
Summary:On this episode of Hard Knock Radio, Davey D connects with veteran journalist Tim Redmond to discuss San Francisco’s evolving political landscape under Mayor Daniel Lurie. The conversation breaks down the city’s increasing reliance on law enforcement to address homelessness, addiction, and public safety—and the consequences of sidelining harm-reduction and social services in the process. […]
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