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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CrosscurrentsConnecting creativity and Latino cultures through Repujados. Then, working to make glass blowing more approachable. And pressing issues in Oakland's mayoral special election. -
CrosscurrentsToday, 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. -
CrosscurrentsIn 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. -
CrosscurrentsToday, 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. -
CrosscurrentsSome 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. -
CrosscurrentsA 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. -
CrosscurrentsToday, 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! -
CrosscurrentsToday, 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. -
CrosscurrentsToday, how the only Chinese hospital in the country has survived. Then, a Democratic Club moves to the right. And, dating apps are not as safe as they market themselves to be. -
CrosscurrentsIt’s Elephant Seal breeding season at Point Reyes. Then, we ponder the human tendency to ‘other’… and why it’s time to focus on belonging.
