Crosscurrents KALW

Tomorrow is Malcom X's birthday. He was a polarizing figure but to one Egyptian diplomat, he was a friend. Today, we learn about the friendship which helped lead to the late leader’s spiritual and political transformation and it's surprising Bay Area connection. Then, we hear how a young basketball player in '60s Berkeley was influenced by the message of Malcolm X. And, we’ll speak with a senior who knows the value of self-reliance.

Today, we hear how San Francisco’s regional Air Guitar championships let people become a rock star without an instrument. Then, we speak with a puppeteer who has their own unique style of puppetry. And, we’ll speak with a senior who defied expectations by living a life that is truly her own.

Today, we’ll hear how birds and farmers have formed a mutually beneficial partnership when it comes to pest control. Then, an author known as “The Money Witch” reads from her new guide to finances. And we’ll speak with a senior about the challenges of dating during the pandemic.

The Warriors are in their first playoff run since they left Oakland. Today, we’ll hear how one longtime fan never lost hope. How he kept the faith for nearly five decades. Then, we’ll meet a senior whose life was changed by self-discovery.

Today, we'll learn about The Geneva Towers, they were a public housing project in San Francisco that was demolished in 1998. We'll take a look into the city's complicated history with high-rise public housing. Then, we speak with an illustrator who reimagines queer icons as superheroes. And, we’ll hear from a senior working to give back to the city she loves.

Today we learn how San Jose business owners have been calling for a regular police foot patrol to make downtown safer. But local activists have a different image of what community safety looks like and who it includes. Then, we hear how a mother’s love and support can bring strength during incarceration. Plus, we listen to a retired physician as part of our 80 over 80 series.