Darius Simpson is the author of the collection “Never Catch Me.” In this episode in celebration of National Poetry Month, Simpson talks about how his poetry has changed over the years, his involvement in People’s Programs in Oakland, and how he hopes his poetry can inspire people to organize towards liberation of all oppressed people. 
This episode was produced by Maria Esquinca, Alan Montecillo, and Ericka Cruz Guevarra, and guest hosted by Maria Esquinca.
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Poetry in Service of Politics: A Conversation with Darius Simspon

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How The Bay Gets Made

Pro-Palestine protests have popped up on college campuses nationwide, with some becoming the epicenters of violent counter-protests and arrests by police. In the Bay Area, however, what have become known as ‘solidarity encampments’ have remained largely peaceful so far. 
Today, we hear from student journalists at San Francisco State, UC Berkeley, and Sonoma State about what’s been happening on their respective campuses.
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This episode was produced by Alan Montecillo, Maria Esquinca and Ericka Cruz Guevarra, and hosted by Ericka Cruz Guevarra.
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The Student Journalists Covering Pro-Palestine Encampments

Some of the state’s sickest patients are stranded in hospitals for weeks, months, and even years as they wait to be moved into nursing homes and psychiatric facilities. This backup is caused in part by nursing home staffing shortages, coupled with a rapidly aging population. 
KQED’s Lesley McClurg tells us the story of one Berkeley resident’s struggle to find adequate care for his wife.
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Systemic Neglect: How Staffing Shortages In Nursing Homes Leave Patients Trapped in Hospitals


This episode was produced by Alan Montecillo, Ellie Prickett-Morgan, and Maria Esquinca, and hosted by Ericka Cruz Guevarra.
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Nursing Home Staff Shortages Leave Patients Waiting in Hospitals

In this edition of The Bay’s monthly news roundup, Ericka, Maria and Alan talk about Berkeley’s newest (and youngest) District 7 city councilmember, allegations of prosecutorial misconduct in death row sentencing in Alameda County, and efforts to bring giant pandas to San Francisco. 
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Cecilia Lunaparra declares victory in District 7 race for Berkeley City Council

Allegations of Prosecutorial Bias Spark Review of Death Penalty Convictions in Alameda County

SF Mayor Breed Talks Crime, Tourism and Pandas Ahead of China Trip

A grizzly bear chase. A dead penguin. Behind the scenes, the S.F. Zoo is in turmoil over safety


This episode was produced by Maria Esquinca, Alan Montecillo and Ericka Cruz Guevarra.
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April News Roundup: Berkeley’s Newest Councilmember, Reviewing Death Row Sentences, and Pandas in S.F.

On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson, in what’s been described as the most significant case on homelessness in decades. 
Many Californians are watching this case closely — from politicians, to advocates, to unhoused residents. KQED housing reporter Vanessa Rancaño breaks down the basics of this case, and why people in the Bay are closing following it.
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This episode was produced by Maria Esquinca and Alan Montecillo, and hosted by Ericka Cruz Guevarra
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Poetry in Service of Politics: A Conversation with Darius Simspon

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