An interview with Professor Zeus Leonardo of UC Berkeley's Education Department. We discussed his research on race and pedagogy, about the challenges facing public education today, and about the differences between white privilege and white supremacy as a framework to discuss whiteness. We also discussed the events happening in the city of Berkeley and at UC Berkeley by right-wing groups seeking to disrupt the city, specifically discussing the enormous financial burden to provide security for these speakers.
Jim Greiner, percussionist for local band Yuji Tojo, on layering electric guitar tracks, musical influences, and the "business" part of the "music business." Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange, "Kalamity Kyle" Keller, and Kaos.
Gail Pellerin, CA's 28th District Assemblymember, speaks on the recent deadline for "gutting and amending" bills, how her office writes bills, and "new Assembly smell." Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange, "Kalamity Kyle" Keller, and Kaos.
Don Lane, former mayor of Santa Cruz, discusses his recent Lookout Santa Cruz op-ed entitled "Eight things you know about homelessness that are wrong." Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange and Kaos.
John Laird, California State Senator, on his encounter with President Biden, touring disaster sites in Santa Cruz County, and the recent Benchlands encampment closure. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange, Tamara Caselin Avila ("DJ Tamarindo"), and Kaos.
Gail Pellerin, CA's 28th District Assemblymember, speaks on President Biden's recent visit to Santa Cruz, the different federal agencies involved in storm response, and the bills she's currently working on. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange, "Kalamity Kyle" Keller, and Kaos.
Nick Pasculli, Chief Public Information Officer and Communications Director for Monterey County, discusses the logistics behind disaster declarations, what Monterey County is doing to prepare for the next storm, and storm safety protocol. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange and "Kalamity Kyle" Keller.
Gail Pellerin, CA's 28th District Assemblymember, on her recent election win, her experience as a rules committee staffer, and joining various Assembly committees. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange.
Matt Miller, Senior Program Specialist for local nonprofit Ecology Action, talks about his time at UCSC, Eco Action's Adult Bike Program, and the possibility of improving bike infrastructure in Santa Cruz. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange.
Mark Stone, CA State Assemblymember, discusses recent redistricting, not running for re-election, and the work he's most proud of. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange, "Golden Voice Gene" Fintz, and Tamara Caselin Avila ("DJ Tamarindo").
Rosemary Menard, head of Santa Cruz City Water Department, discusses "climate-proofing" Santa Cruz's water system, the "Pure Water Soquel" project, and current aquifer storage. Hosted by "Dangerous Dan" Orange, "Golden Voice Gene" Fintz, and Tamara Caselin Avila ("DJ Tamarindo").
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