(HKR-04-14-25) As Oakland heads into a critical special election, Hard Knock Radio gathered a powerhouse panel of community voices—organizer and political strategist Pamela Drake, housing advocate Needa Bee, journalist Eric K. Arnold, and Pecolia Manigo of Oakland Rising Action—for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the city’s political crossroads. The Stakes: More Than Just a Mayoral Seat […]
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Build and Fight Lecture Part 2: Mutual Aid & Economic Resistance
(HKR-03-12-25) The Build and Fight lecture presented by Kali Akuno of Cooperation Jackson and Thandi Chimurenga of Black Liberation Media delves into the structural crisis of capitalism, the necessity of mutual aid, and the push toward economic self-determination. Akuno frames the discussion around Antonio Gramsci’s concept that “the old world is dying, the new world […]
HKR Roundtable 2024 A Year in Review: Struggle, Reflection, and Hope
( HKR-12-26-24) Hard Knock Radio brought together key figures in journalism, activism, and faith to discuss the pivotal issues of 2024. Hosted by Davey D, this special episode featured insightful conversations with Rasheed Shabazz of Oakland Voices, Thandisizwe Chimurenga of Black Liberation Media, James Farr of LA Progressive, and Pastor Mike McBride of Live Free. […]
Analyzing the DNC with Chicago activists David Stovall and LaKeisha Gray-Sewell
Introduction to the DiscussionIn a compelling episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D connects with Chicago activists David Stovall and LaKeisha Gray-Sewell to delve into the implications of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) being held in Chicago. Davey D sets the stage by recalling the significant historical protests of 1968 in Chicago, posing questions […]
A Community Roundtable about VP Kamala Harris Stepping Up to Run for the White House
In a special roundtable discussion on Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D convened a panel of experts and activists to discuss the surprising political turn of events: President Joe Biden stepping down from his reelection bid and Vice President Kamala Harris stepping up as the Democratic front-runner. The panel included journalist Thandisizwe Chimurenga, Professor James […]
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