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Crosscurrents
Mondays–Thursdays at 11 am; rebroadcast at midnight

Crosscurrents is KALW Public Radio's award-winning news magazine, broadcasting Mondays through Thursdays on 91.7 FM. We make joyful, informative stories that engage people across the economic, social, and cultural divides in our community.

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Want to send us a pitch? We accept pitches from reporters at all levels, but you must show that you have the skills to make an audio feature. If you don’t have existing work samples, we’ll consider taking a story on spec. First, read our contributor guide and rate sheet to learn more about our process and what we're looking for. Once you're ready, you can submit your story idea using this form: https://bit.ly/pitch-cc-25

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  • Crosscurrents
    Today, we hear from someone that helps put on America's largest Halal festival. And, a Muslim rapper from Oakland is facing the haters head-on.
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    Today, the story of one woman’s incredible loss. And her struggle deciding whether or not to donate her son’s organs. It's a conversation about Black communities and the stigma around organ donation, we've got a new episode of The Stoop Podcast.
  • Crosscurrents
    Connecting creativity and Latino cultures through Repujados. Then, working to make glass blowing more approachable. And pressing issues in Oakland's mayoral special election.
  • Crosscurrents
    Today, we meet a mentor who helps Bay Area youth navigate their struggles through Art and Boxing. Then skaters reflect on what a roller rink has meant to them, as it closes.
  • Crosscurrents
    In prison, a name can mean way more than just how you introduce yourself. And changing or getting rid of a name, can be the beginning of an important transformation.
  • Crosscurrents
    Today, we meet a wrestler who's making a name for himself while honoring his family legacy. Then, Two candidates draw ahead in Oakland’s special mayoral election.
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    Some of San Francisco’s Asian Americans think closing the Great Highway is a betrayal. Then, we hear what public health advocates are doing to meet the moment.
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    A Bay Area photographer brings out pictures she’s had in storage for 50 years. Then, a new book explores the under-researched world of microdosing.
  • Crosscurrents
    Today, keeping the traditions of Persian music. Then, we visit a local theatre company that incubates plays from under-represented artists. And, Jeneé Darden launches a new arts program!
  • Crosscurrents
    Today, we get lost, and find our way, on San Francisco’s Crosstown trail. Then, we hear about the impact of having more people on the streets of the Mission District.