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Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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We speak with author and culture critic Odie Henderson about his latest book, Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras: A History of Blaxploitation Cinema.

Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras is a spirited history of a genre and the movies that he grew up watching, which he loves without irony (but with plenty of self-awareness and humor). Blaxploitation was a major trend, but it was never simple. The films mixed self-empowerment with exploitation, base stereotypes with essential representation that spoke to the lives and fantasies of Black viewers. The time is right for a reappraisal, understanding these films in the context of the time, and exploring their lasting influence.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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We look at the meaning of July 4th with a rendition of Frederick Douglass’ speech WHAT, TO THE SLAVE, IS THE FOURTH OF JULY? read by Ossie Davis. Later we present a sermon from Rev Jeremiah Wright titled A More Perfect Union.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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Kalonji Changa speaks with Dhoruba Bin Wahaad about the Supreme Court’s ruling on immunity and fascism. Political commentator Mumia Abu-Jamal explores the US Supreme court’s ruling. Later we speak with Claudia Walker, the author of The ABC’s of HBCU’s. The first ABC book dedicated to historically Black colleges and universities.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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Guest host Thandisizwe Chimurenga speaks with University of San Francisco Professor Dr. James Taylor about the recent Supreme Court’s ruling on immunity.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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We speak with Jacqueline Lugman with the Black Alliance for Peace about Haiti’s political landscape and foreign influence. And later we speak with Michele Lee about her book, Working the Roots: Over 400 Years Of Traditional African American Healing.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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On today’s episode with speak with Amber Rose-Howard the Executive Director at Californians United for a Responsible Budget (CURB). In this talk we explore closing prisons and redirect funding that supports the well-being of community and prevents harm. We also speak with author Rahiel Tesfamariam about her book, Imagine Freedom: Transforming Pain into Political and Spiritual Power. And Poor News Network discusses America’s War on the Poor.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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In a powerful episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with Dorsey Nunn, the co-founder of “All of Us or None,” to discuss his memoir “What Kind of Bird Can’t Fly: A Memoir of Resilience and Resurrection.” The conversation was an in-depth exploration of Nunn’s life, his activism, and the systemic issues faced by formerly incarcerated individuals.

### Discussing “What Kind of Bird Can’t Fly: A Memoir of Resilience and Resurrection”

The participants delved into the importance of acknowledging original sources of ideas, transparency in academic research, and making substantive works accessible to a broader audience. Nunn shared how recognizing structural discrimination and substantive writings impacted his life. His memoir, based on personal letters and diary entries, portrays issues related to race and policy in the Bay Area. The discussion also covered Nunn’s experiences as a young Black man incarcerated in the 1970s and the lasting effects on his life.

### Banned Books, Prisons, and Political Education

Davey D and Nunn discussed the suppression of political education in prisons, a practice Nunn experienced firsthand, leading to solitary confinement. They drew parallels between historical issues and current efforts to remove progressive district attorneys like Pamela Price, with undercover cops and paid signature gatherers involved in the campaign against her. The conversation highlighted the legacy of slavery and questioned the persistence of rules restricting reading in prisons.

### Dorsey’s Advocacy, Civil Rights, and Creativity Discussion

Nunn shared his journey as the first intern at legal services for prisoners with children and his advocacy for restoring civil rights for the incarcerated. He discussed the success of his organization in securing voting rights for formerly incarcerated individuals. The conversation also touched on the undervaluation of creativity and innovation within marginalized communities and the exploitation of such creativity by those in power, highlighting broader societal implications.

### Dorsey’s Building Purchase, Non-Profit, and Book

Nunn shared his experiences with purchasing a building, the challenges he faced, and the importance of community benefits agreements. He discussed selling part of the building to a non-profit and emphasized themes of resilience and redemption in his book. The conversation concluded with Nunn’s plans to distribute his book to incarcerated individuals and an open invitation for continued discussions.

The conversation between Davey D and Dorsey Nunn was a powerful testament to resilience, advocacy, and the importance of sharing personal stories to challenge dominant narratives and promote social justice. The memoir, **”What Kind of Bird Can’t Fly,”** serves as a significant contribution to understanding the systemic issues faced by formerly incarcerated individuals and the ongoing fight for civil rights.

###Leonard Peltier / Political Prisoners

Later guest host Kalonji Changa speaks with Leonard Peltier’s Lead Attorney Jenipher Jones and Farida Mazlan, the curator of I Am Leonard Peltier about the incarceration of Leonard Peltier. The Leonard Peltier Official Ad Hoc Committee announces I Am Peltier, a commemorative art exhibition, vigil, and gathering of Bay Area community leaders.  San Francisco, California – June 26, 2024.  Opening Reception June 26st at SOMArts Cultural Center, 6pm to 10pm – 934 Brannan St, San Francisco CA.

In commemoration of Leonard Peltier’s 49th year of capture, and wrongful imprisonment, and the indelible mark he has left that inspires him to  be revered and continuously fought for as a Native American and symbol of ongoing Indigenous oppression, the Leonard Peltier Official Ad Hoc Committee is presenting an exhibition featuring the art of Leonard Peltier and a vigil for his release.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.

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