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CrosscurrentsToday, hear the first two stories from our award winning 2023 series 'In Harm's Way.’ Bringing much needed services to the streets, and a surprising source of sympathetic care. -
CrosscurrentsThis weekend, Oakland is getting a revival of Jazz's golden age. Then, where have all the men gone from the democratic party? We search them out in a new episode of Book It. -
CrosscurrentsToday, in honor of the International Migrants' Day, we hear from immigration advocates, along with stories of music, movement, and poetry. -
CrosscurrentsToday, the ousting of Oakland’s mayor and Alameda County’s District Attorney. Then, a novelist explores the story of family and coming of age. And, we honor the life of a treasured community builder. -
CrosscurrentsSonoma County is known for its hills covered with happy cows and charming vineyards. But emergencies do happen there. And when they do, 'Henry 1' is ready to help. Today, a story from our friends at the Nocturne podcast. -
CrosscurrentsToday, what we learned from last week’s tsunami warning. And, in a new episode of Book it we explore the surprisingly seductive saga of Oakland’s seismology. -
CrosscurrentsRecently, KALW’s series “Without a Voice” won the Northern California Society of Professional Journalists award for Investigative Reporting in audio. It looks into allegations of abuse at one of the most carefully regulated group homes in the state. -
CrosscurrentsToday, what the future holds for Richmond’s political landscape. Then, SF’s Bayview-Hunters Point has very high rates of illness. The lasting effects from the shipyard's past. -
CrosscurrentsToday, how lawmakers are preparing for a second Trump term. First, State of the Bay talks sanctuary cities. Then, the local wine trade’s take on possible tariffs to imports. -
CrosscurrentsPickleball is a hit in the San Quentin yard. And, it's played a big roll in changing the culture at the rehabilitation center. It’s an award winning episode of Uncuffed.
