Don’t Let Them See You Bleed: PERIOD
Don’t Let Them See You Bleed Dont Let Them See You Bleed: PERIOD examines the feminist movement through the lens of period activism. We will look at aspects of womens health and social justice that are often overlooked – From period stigma to the unfair tax on feminine hygiene products and the fight to regulate and disclose ingredients in tampons and maxi pads. Well hear from activists, researchers,...
Pollution Solutions
Pollution Solutions Megafarms and oil & gas producers in Californias Central Valley are some of the worst polluters of local air, soil, and water. Well hear how Central Valley residents are pushing back. Later, author Naomi Klein talks about her book, On Fire: The Burning Case for a Green New Deal. But first, we go to Pine Ridge, South Dakota, where we learn how six Native American tribes are harnessing wind power to...
Symbols of Resistance Part Two: A Tribute to the Martyrs of the Chican@ Movement
Symbols of Resistance: Part Two Our radio adaptation of the film Symbols of Resistance: A Tribute to the Martyrs of the Chican@ Movement, offers a reflection on the untold stories of the Chican@ Movement with a focus on Colorado and Northern New Mexico. Produced by Freedom Archives, the film delves into issues of cultural identity, student activism; land rights and social justice, in the face of police oppression. The film represents...
Symbols of Resistance Part One: A Tribute to the Martyrs of the Chican@ Movement
A Tribute to the Martyrs of the Chican@ Movement Our radio adaptation of the film Symbols of Resistance: A Tribute to the Martyrs of the Chican@ Movement, offers a reflection on the untold stories of the Chican@ Movement with a focus on Colorado and Northern New Mexico. Produced by Freedom Archives, the film delves into issues of cultural identity, student activism; land rights and social justice, in the face of police oppression. The...
70 Million: How Bail Shackles Women of Color
How Bail Shackles Women of Color Tamiki Banks life was turned upside down when her husband was arrested, leaving her the sole breadwinner and caregiver to their twins. More than two years later, shes still struggling, and hes still in custody, even though he hasnt been convicted of any crime. From Atlanta, Pamela Kirkland reports on the heavy burden women of color like Tamiki bear when a loved one is jailed....
Beyond Recognition: The Ohlone
Beyond Recognition: The Ohlone Our radio adaptation and update of the film Beyond Recognition by Underexposed films: “After decades struggling to protect her ancestors burial places, a Native woman from a non-federally recognized Ohlone tribe and her allies occupy a sacred site to prevent its desecration. They then vow to follow a new path- to establish the first women-led urban Indigenous land trust.”...