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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.

  1. Into the Abyss - Snap Classic

    16H AGO

    Into the Abyss - Snap Classic

    A rookie pilot, a prominent politician, a cop, and a criminal find themselves enduring freezing temperatures in the remote wilderness after their plane crashes in Northern Canada.  A huge thank you to Erik Vogel, the late Larry Shaben, and his daughter Carol Shaben for sharing this story with Snap! There is so much more we are not able to share with you about Erik and Larry’s experience. To find out more about what transpired with Wapiti Flight 402, checkout Carol Shaben’s book, “Into the Abyss,” from Grand Central Publishing. Special thanks to Nikka Singh for his help with this story. Produced by Bo Walsh, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot. Season 16 – Episode 16

    46 min
  2. The Wave

    APR 10

    The Wave

    What if you invented something the whole world knows but someone else took the credit? This week on Snap, we uncover the story of Krazy George, a shy wood-shop teacher turned professional cheerleader, who sparked a phenomenon from the stands of the Oakland Coliseum. And -- the story of the infamous Pine Tar Game told by the bat boy. STORIES The Wave What if you invented something the whole world knows but someone else took the credit? This week on Snap, we uncover the story of Krazy George, a shy wood-shop teacher turned professional cheerleader, who sparked a phenomenon from the stands of the Oakland Coliseum. A huge thank you to the man, the myth, the legend… Krazy George Henderson for sharing your story.  At 80 years young, George is still banging his drum for the Spartans at his alma mater, San Jose State. He also just celebrated his 50th season cheering professionally for the San Jose Earthquakes of Major League Soccer.  To read more about the life and times of George, check out his memoir “Still Krazy After All These Cheers”  Produced by Bo Walsh. Edited by Anna Sussman. Original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff. Artwork by Teo Ducot. The Bat Boy and the Pine Tar Game Every baseball fan has heard of the superstar hitter George Brett and his infamous Pine Tar Game… but have you heard of the bat boy’s version? For more info, check out Daniel Barbarisi’s story in the Wall Street Journal. Produced by Davey Kim. Sound Design by Renzo Gorrio. Season 16 - Episode 15

    52 min
  3. For You, Anything

    APR 3

    For You, Anything

    Love is sweeter than reason... Lupita Nyong'o asks, "How far would you go for family?" Her cousins and her sister spill the tea on a legendary nursing mishap, and a Nigerian barrister pours her love into a signature dish for a delivery across the globe. This week on Snap, we're featuring stories from our limited series Mind Your Own! STORIES "Sister Trouble" Lupita, her sister Fiona, and cousins Kitt, Tawi, and Mich get together to recount a legendary nursing mishap. Produced by David Exumé, with assistance from Fiona Nyong’o. Original score by Clay Xavier. "Oha Soup" Joan, a Nigerian barrister, pours all her love into her signature dish just so she can hand-deliver it for her daughter’s graduation in New York. Produced by Priscilla Alabi and David Exumé. Original score by Jeremy Uwah. Many thanks to Kitt, Tawi, Mich, and Fiona for joining us! And to Joan Okwuosa and her daughter (and Story Scout!) Ashley Okwuosa for sharing their story. Original Mind Your Own theme song by Sandra Lawson-Ndu AKA Sandu Ndu x Peachcurls ft. Ehiorobo.  "Sister Trouble" and "Oha Soup" come from Mind Your Own, a storytelling show hosted and produced by Lupita Nyong'o, that navigates what it means to belong all from an African perspective. You can listen to all ten episodes of Mind Your Own on any podcast platform!  Managing Editor: Regina Bediako. Director of Production: Marisa Dodge. Series Producers: David Exumé and Priscilla Alabi. Music Supervisor: Sandra Lawson-Ndu. Story Scouts: Ashley Okwuosa, Fiona Nyong’o, Jessica Kariisa, Lesedi Oluko Moche. Editors: Nancy López and Anna Sussman. Engineering: Miles Lassi. Operations Manager: Florene Wiley. Graphic Design: Jemimah Ekeh. Original Artwork: Mateus Sithole. Mind Your Own is a production of KQED’s Snap Studios, with sales and distribution by Lemonada Media. Special Thanks: Allan Coye, Jake Kleinberg, Samara Still, Sarah Yoo, Warner Music Group, and Afripods. "Time Traveler" Jacoby Cochran walks through a Chicago neighborhood and into a time machine. That's where the story begins... Sensitive listeners, please note this story contains explicit language and references racial violence. Thank you, Jacoby, for sharing your story with us! For more of Jacoby’s work, please head on over to jacobycochran.com. Produced by Regina Bediako & Anna Sussman, original score by Clay Xavier. Season 16 - Episode 14

    48 min
  4. The Shot

    MAR 27

    The Shot

    A young filmmaker documents a political showdown between an authoritarian president and a brave Ugandan pop singer. When he aims his lens, he has no idea the shot he’s about to take. And – the story of people who come face-to-face one night in the Canyonlands of southern Utah.  STORIES The Shot A young filmmaker documents a political showdown between an authoritarian president and a brave Ugandan pop singer. When he aims his lens, he has no idea the shot he’s about to take. Huge thanks to the amazing Moses Bwayo! Moses’s film ‘The People’s President’ was nominated for an Academy Award, for best documentary. It received a ten minute standing ovation at its premier at the Venice film festival.  Produced by Anna Sussman and John Fecile. Original score by Renzo Gorrio, edited by Nancy Lopez, artwork by Teo Ducot. The Incident at Poison Spider Mesa The story of two men who come face to face one night in the canyonlands of southern Utah. Thank you, Brody, for sharing your story. Brody Young is a Utah State Park Ranger and motivational speaker, helping people figure out how to survive the unsurvivable. To find out more about his story, be sure to check out his website. Produced by Joe Rosenberg, original score by Leon Morimoto. Season 16 - Episode 13

    50 min
  5. Roommate Wanted - Snap Classic

    MAR 20

    Roommate Wanted - Snap Classic

    Brian’s desperate for cash, until a random ghost writer answers his Craigslist ad for a roommate. Now, he’s about to get more drama than he ever imagined. And a young, penniless student arrives at UCLA with no place to stay and is forced to improvise. STORIES Roommate Wanted Brian’s desperate for cash, until a random ghost writer answers his Craigslist ad for a roommate. Now, he’s about to get more drama than he ever imagined. BIG thanks to Brian Boucher for sharing his story with Snap! Brian wrote about this experience in New York Magazine titled “My Roommate, The Diamond Thief.”  Produced by Bo Walsh, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, artwork by Teo Ducot. The Kipling Hotel – Don Reed LIVE A young, penniless student arrives at UCLA with no place to stay and is forced to improvise. Performed by Don Reed at Snap LIVE in San Francisco, CA. Music composed by Alex Mandel, performed by the Snap Judgment Players: Alex Mandel, David Brandt, and Tim Frick. Snap Classic - Season 16 - Episode 12

    47 min
  6. Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO

    MAR 19

    Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO

    Sharing a new show from my friend Michelle Obama and her big brother Craig Robinson, called IMO. You know on Snap, we make stories that help you laugh, think, and see the world through someone else’s eyes. Similarly on IMO, Michelle and Craig bring candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you, offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. Topics range from dating and relationships, to family and faith. Michelle and Craig share stories about being there for each other throughout their lives, from first crushes and fraught college years, to landing at the White House, to losing their mom. For six decades they’ve been each others’ most trusted counsel—and now, they want to be that counsel for you.  In this episode, they’re joined by actress Issa Rae for a conversation about navigating the challenges of mismatched expectations in adult friendships. You can find more episodes of IMO at: https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigSJ

    1h 1m
  7. The Master

    MAR 13

    The Master

    "His secrets filled the air around him like smoke..."  A young boy idolizes his karate instructor. Each kick, throw, and punch a step on the path to becoming a man. But the power of his presence cannot hold back the questions of his character. STORIES The Master "His secrets filled the air around him like smoke..."  A young boy idolizes his karate instructor. Each kick, throw, and punch a step on the path to becoming a man. But the power of his presence cannot hold back the questions of his character. Thank you, Simon Shieh, for sharing your story! Read the poems featured in this story and more -- in Simon's debut poetry collection Master. And an extra special thank you to Katherine Litwin. Produced by John Fecile. Edited by Anna Sussman and Nancy López. Original Score by Renzo Gorrio and Doug Stuart. Artwork by Teo Ducot. Ego Tripping - Nikki Giovanni  Read by Flo Wiley. Music by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Burning Books Glynn's mom finds the devil in her house. Performed by Glynn Washington at Snap LIVE. Original score composed and performed by Alex Mandel, Tim Frick, and David Brandt.  Season 16 - Episode 11

    49 min
  8. Marshmallow Day - Snap Classic

    MAR 6

    Marshmallow Day - Snap Classic

    Katie falls hard for Barys during a whirlwind trip to Belarus. But there’s a giant red flag she can’t ignore any longer. And two people who have the same name, live in the same city, and have the same professional interests soon find out what else they have in common. STORIES Real Love Boston-based writer Katie Simon is on assignment in Belarus when she meets and falls hard for Barys in less than a week. When she’s back home, her friends alert her to a giant red flag she can no longer afford to ignore. This story briefly mentions sex, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thank you, Katie, for sharing this story with Snap! Keep up with her latest work, including an upcoming book about falling in love and generational storytelling here. Learn more about Katie on her Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. Produced by Regina Bediako, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot. Ovrkast “Love Somebody” – Music Spotlight This week’s Snap Music Spotlight features Oakland artist Ovrkast with the song, “Love Somebody” watch the video here! Listen to Ovrkast’s latest album, Try Again (DELUXE) out now!! To stay up to date with all things Ovrkast, be sure to follow them on Twitter and Instagram. Katie vs. Katie When Katie Crouch learned there was another Katie Crouch who lived in the same city and apparently had the same professional interests as her she thought, huh, what else do we have in common? She would soon find out. This story was done in collaboration with Ozy.com, the online magazine that published both Katies’ essays: The Other Me and Doppelgangers Unite? Katie Crouch continues to virtually cross paths with her name twin from her new city of Chicago, where she works for an educational publisher, raises a toddler on her own, and writes a blog. Katie Crouch is a New York Times best-selling novelist. Her books include Girls in Trucks and Abroad, among others. Produced by Nancy López, original score by Renzo Gorrio Season 16 – Episode 10 - Snap Classic

    49 min
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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.

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  • Creator
    Snap Judgment and PRX
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2025
  • Episodes
    465
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Snap Judgment.
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  • Provider
    PRX

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