National Radio Project

30-10 Here Come Los Suns: Dave Zirin on Sports and Resistance

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:27:00 GMT

Sports writer Dave Zirin tells the story of how the Phoenix Suns basketball team took a stand against their state's anti-immigrant bill SB1070. He says athletes, too, can be revolutionaries.

29-10 Oscar Grant and Police Accountability

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:37:00 GMT

We take a look at the police killing of Oscar Grant in Oakland, and the debate over who gets to decide when an officer has done something wrong.

28-10 Venezuela: Is the Bolivarian Revolution Working?

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:57:00 GMT

Venezuela is undergoing a modern day revolution. Workers, small farmers and the poor consistently vote for socialist President Hugo Chavez. Economically better-off citizens denounce the president as a communist who is destroying the country, but even some on the left criticize Chavez.

26-10 Lessons from Latin America

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 6 Jul 2010 22:16:00 GMT

We'll hear from experts who insist the U.S. has a lot to learn from social movements in Latin America -- especially in times of crisis.

27-10 Crisis as Opportunity: Voices from the U.S. Social Forum

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:28:00 GMT

This June, thousands of grassroots activists converged on Detroit, Michigan to attend the 2010 United States Social Forum. We were there and on this edition of Making Contact, we'll bring you some of the local and international voices we found.

25-10 Immigrant Families Behind Bars (encore)

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:57:00 GMT

In a special collaboration with “Feet in 2 Worlds,” we hear the story of an immigrant family torn apart after an immigration raid in Phoenix, Arizona. And we report on a successful grassroots effort to change policies at “Hutto.”

24-10 Working Beyond Unions

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:24:00 GMT

It’s been decades since the U.S. has had a powerful labor movement and recent efforts to revive it have mostly fallen flat. But there is hope for a new labor movement that goes beyond the unions.

23-10 James Lawson: Non-Violent Warrior

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 8 Jun 2010 10:42:00 GMT

An interview with James Lawson, the chief architect of the 1960 lunch counter sit-ins, and confidant to Martin Luther King. Lawson touches on everything from Fidel Castro and Hugo Chavez to the modern gay rights and environmental movements.

22-10 Beyond Gay Marriage

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 1 Jun 2010 21:40:00 GMT

For many people in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community, the struggle to legalize gay marriage across the U.S. remains the priority political battle. But others in the LGBT community disagree.

21-10 Art in Action

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 25 May 2010 16:43:00 GMT

Art is everywhere...but why do we do it? On this edition we speak with young artists of diverse backgrounds who use their independent experiences and creative impulses to talk about race, identity, and politics...and along the way to self-reflect.

20-10 The Road to Detroit: US Social forum 2010

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 18 May 2010 19:41:00 GMT

This June, the US Social Forum will be held in Detroit, Michigan. We look at how Domestic Workers got organized at the last US Social Forum and we ask, what can we learn from the fall and rise of one of America’s great industrial cities?

19-10 How We Survive: The Crisis in K-12 Education

kpham@radioproject.org — Sun, 9 May 2010 20:48:00 GMT

State budgets are strapped and deep cuts to public programs continue. On this edition, we look at the crisis in K through 12 education. While the Obama administration pushes states to “Race to the Top,” teachers, parents and students are resisting budget cuts from the bottom up.

18-10 Heavy Weather (Part II)

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 5 May 2010 02:57:00 GMT

We’ll hear part two of a documentary called Heavy Weather, produced by freelancer Barbara Bernstein. She’ll look at how climate change is creating new challenges in urban communities as they recognize the need to think and act sustainably.

17-10 LGBTQ Immigrants Speak Out

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:46:00 GMT

On this edition, we hear from LGBTQ immigrants in the U.S. who not only have to hide their legal identity, but their sexuality too. Their stories demonstrate why living illegally in the U.S. is not only their refuge, but also their biggest fear.

16-10 Heavy Weather, Part 1

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:04:00 GMT

We’ll hear part one of a documentary called Heavy Weather, produced by freelancer Barbara Bernstein. She’ll explore the connections between the increase in extreme weather and our changing climate and landscapes.

15-10 Tax the Rich, Help Save America

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:01:00 GMT

We take a look at tax revolt movements you might not have heard about, including upper income folks asking for tax increases on themselves. And we compare the tax burdens and benefits in Europe and the United States.

14-10 Can American Journalism Be Saved?

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:47:00 GMT

The business model of journalism is collapsing. Thousands of journalists have lost their jobs, newspapers are folding, and major dailies are in bankruptcy. This week we hear a discussion about government subsidies and new funding models to save the Fourth Estate.

13-10 'Soul of a Citizen'

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 20:43:00 GMT

Author Paul Loeb is re-releasing his book, ‘Soul of a Citizen: Living with Conviction in Challenging Times’. He’s collected stories of everyday people working for social justice. On this edition, we’ll hear from Loeb and two people profiled in the book.

12-10 âRace, Immigration and the Fight for an Open Internetâ

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 23:15:00 GMT

We present a panel discussion that looks at net neutrality and the digital divide. What is it? Why should we care? What’s at stake for immigrant communities and communities of color in the fight over who controls the Internet?

11-10 Back from Copenhagen: Moving Climate Justice Forward

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:01:00 GMT

The climate talks at Copenhagen closed in 2009 with no binding agreements or timetables for curbing greenhouse gas emissions. Only pledges were made to avoid more than a two degree Celsius temperature increase and avoid dangerous climate change. On this edition, we hear from climate justice activists who went to Copenhagen. They say we need a system change, not climate change.

10-10 Color Lines: Race and Economic Recovery

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 9 Mar 2010 22:13:00 GMT

Social programs have been cut, living wage jobs are scarce and our economic system is in upheaval. On this edition, we bring you the ColorLines TV special “Race and Economic Recovery,” featuring untold stories of how racism hurts all of our economic futures.

09-10 Dr. Joanna Macy: Gifts of Uncertainty

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 2 Mar 2010 22:41:00 GMT

Dr. Joanna Macy is a long-time peace, justice, and ecology activist. A celebrated Buddhist teacher, Dr. Macy’s wide-ranging work spans Eastern and Western thought. She spoke at the 2009 Bioneers Conference held in San Rafael, CA.

08-10 How We Survive: The 'Crisis' in Public Education

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:53:00 GMT

We continue our series, How We Survive. This week? It’s a time of crisis in higher education. And as administrators cast an eye toward privatization, students are mobilizing for change…and a voice in the system.

07-10 Redefining Human Rights: The Case for Food, Health Care & Housing

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 08:32:00 GMT

Are food, housing, and health care human rights? A round table discussion about the right to healthy food, the right to housing, and the right to healthcare. Do Americans have these, and if not, what’s standing in the way?

06-10 A Chronology of Capitalism

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 9 Feb 2010 22:58:00 GMT

It's a time of economic transition, and systems that may have seemed stable over the past few decades are proving to be far from it. But how did we get here? This week, we hear from three people who've been sounding the alarm about capitalism's house of cards for years.

05-10 The Crisis Made in Haiti

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 3 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In the aftermath of one of the worst natural disasters in recent history, we look at Haiti’s history with the United States, the militarization of American relief efforts, and the economic policies that have contributed to the devastation.

04-10 Immigration Reforms: How a Broken System Breaks Communities

kpham@radioproject.org — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:21:00 GMT

We go to two communities sorting through the aftermath of Bush-era federal immigration raids, and to Los Angeles, where American Apparel became the first test case of the Obama administrationâs new approach to workplace hiring violations.

03-10 Hyde-ing the Right to Choose

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:01:00 GMT

Stupak, the Hyde Amendment, and religion. We take a look at some of the threats to abortion access, more than thirty-five years after Roe V. Wade legalized a woman's right to have an abortion.

02-10 Women Rising XX: Leaders Struggling with War

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 05:01:00 GMT

We profile two government leaders tackling the monumental problem of war ââ Gambia's Fatou Bensouda, Deputy Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court and retired Colonel Ann Wright, a former United States military leader and diplomat for the State Department.

01-10 How We Survive: The Currency of Giving

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 6 Jan 2010 05:20:00 GMT

A look into how struggling communities around the U.S. are meeting each others needs, without charity, or even exchanging a dollar.

52-09 Looking Back, Moving Forward: 2009 in Review

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Two wars continued, the economy remained in freefall, and as hardship ensued, people crafted creative solutions. We look back at some of the most compelling stories we brought you during 2009, and find out where things are headed for 2010.

51-09 Cracking the Coup in Honduras

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 06:00:00 GMT

A look into the roots of a long-standing conflict between a powerful oligarchy and a dispossessed majority.

50-09 Settlers or Meddlers? A Divided Palestine

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:43:00 GMT

We hear from Israeli settlers in Palestine and get reactions to related Obama administration policy.

49-09 How We Survive in these Economic Times

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 9 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT

We meet a New York City street canner whoâs changed his life and community one can at a time, and a San Francisco couple paying the bills with pickles. And, author John Curl says an unemployment movement may be on the rise.

48-09 Trade Shifts: Reflections on the Seattle WTO Protests

kpham@radioproject.org — Thu, 3 Dec 2009 01:04:00 GMT

We revisit the voices from that Seattle WTO protests and find out how global economic forces have shifted in the past decade.

47-09 Native Harvest for a Modern World

kpham@radioproject.org — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:52:00 GMT

An agricultural renaissance has taken root among the Taos Pueblo people in New Mexico. Sustainable agriculture is returning, after years of unhealthy food, poor health and obesity.

46-09 The Will to Resist: Dahr Jamail on U.S. Soldiers and Iraq

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Journalist Dahr Jamail talks about the on-going wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and the growing refusal to serve in the US military.

45-09 How We Survive: Sprouting Up in Empty Breadbaskets

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A look at food deserts in both urban and rural areas, and the community gardens that are sprouting up in them

44-09 The Mission to End Prohibition

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 4 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A former narcotics officer and a drug reform activist suggest how to move away from current drug policy

43-09 La Llorona: An Evolving Myth (encore)

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The story of the weeping woman has been told since the time of the Spanish conquest. This Hallowee, we re-tell the myth of La Llorona.

42-09 Immigrant Families Behind Bars

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

An immigrant family is torn apart after a raid in Arizona, and grassroots efforts help change policies at a Texas detention center.

41-09 American Peace Activists on the Streets of Kabul

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Marine Corporal Rick Reyes and other anti-war activists travel to Afghanistan to meet with government officials, womenâs rights activists and ordinary Afghans.

40-09 How We Survive: Predatory 'Mending'

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 7 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The business of borrowing isn't always fair. We talk to lenders who do things differently and those who stave off financial scams.

39-09 Tapped Out: Clean Water in Peril

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

From toxic water clean-ups to a long-standing watershed war, we take you to the frontlines of efforts to protect water.

38-09 My T-Shirt Says it All

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:21:00 GMT

Three T-shirt designers use garments to mourn, fight racism, and communicate cultural identity.

37-09 Women in Sports: Separate and Not Equal

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:04:00 GMT

Dave Zirin and Elizabeth Terzakis take a look back at the history of discrimination against women in sports.

36-09 How We Survive: Renters, Rights and Resistance

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:21:00 GMT

We hear from renters and rentersâ advocates about the invisible victims of the mortgage meltdown.

35-09 Still Looking for the Union Label

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 3 Sep 2009 01:25:00 GMT

We take a look at the Employee Free Choice Act and the future of labor unions.

34-09 How We Survive: The Deepening Homelessness Crisis (encore)

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 01:28:00 GMT

We'll hear how two different communities are dealing with the economic crisis by taking matters into their own hands.

33-09 Swimming Upstream: Can Our Rivers Be Saved?

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 01:33:00 GMT

We talk to river stewards across the U.S. working to protect, cleanup and restore our valuable fresh waterways.

32-09 Breaking through the Blue Wall of Silence

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:39:00 GMT

Who polices the police? The ongoing battle between the people and the police.

31-09 How We Survive: Resisting Foreclosures

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 6 Aug 2009 02:12:00 GMT

A look into how communities and everyday people around the U.S. are resisting foreclosure of their homes. We take a stab at the question: are rescue programs actually working?
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30-09 Guard Us All? Immigrant Women and the HPV Vaccine

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 02:09:00 GMT

A controversial vaccine is at the intersection of immigrant rights and
reproductive justice organizing. The HPV vaccine is mandatory for permanent
resident status, and advocates say it follows a history of controlling the
bodies of women of color.

29-09 Gay Rights in India: The Struggle Continues

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:13:00 GMT

We hear about the gay communityâs struggle for legal rights in India, and their prospects for cultural acceptance after a historic victory in court.

28-09 Many Voices for a Single-Payer System

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 19:35:00 GMT

We hear from physicians and others who are taking a stand for a national health care plan for all.

27-09 Redefining Black Power in the Age of Obama

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 8 Jul 2009 19:48:00 GMT

Three African-American community leaders talk about Obama's presidency and how it has changed their perspective on what black power is...and isn't.

26-09 The War Comes Home: Washington's Battle Against America's Veterans (encore)

makingcontact@radioproject.org — Wed, 1 Jul 2009 19:58:00 GMT

Inside the war as it comes home to our communities, with a focus on the special role our educational institutions can play in helping former soldiers adjust to civilian life

25-09 The Greening of America: A New Deal for Everyone?

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:42:00 GMT

On this edition, we look at the greening of America. Is it really a new deal for everyone?

24-09 Neither Here Nor There: Bhutanese Refugees in the U.S.

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:59:00 GMT

Thousands of Nepali-speaking refugees from this Buddhist-majority nation are arriving on North American soil. Starting a new life is full of hard times, especially in this economy.

23-09 Growinâ Up, Cominâ Out, Speakinâ Proud

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:06:00 GMT

Queer youth share their stories, perspectives and create social change on the radio.

22-09 Survivors of Solitary Confinement

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 3 Jun 2009 23:09:00 GMT

Nine formerly incarcerated people described what it's like not to talk to or touch another person for years at a time.

21-09 Many Lines of Fire: Women at War (encore)

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 27 May 2009 23:18:00 GMT

Each woman in the military has a unique story, but all pay the price of being a woman seeking to serve their country.

20-09 A Chronology of Capitalism

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 20 May 2009 23:21:00 GMT

Three intellectuals share about why they've been sounding the alarm about capitalism's house of cards.

19-09 The War Dance of the Winnemem Wintu

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 13 May 2009 23:25:00 GMT

A small Indian tribe in Northern California tell their story of their struggle to prevent the flooding of their sacred land.

18-09 A Report Back from the World Water Forum

kpham@radioproject.org — Wed, 6 May 2009 23:38:00 GMT

Advocates outside the 2009 World Water Forum tell us about the failures of private water management, and alternatives to corporate control.