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Crosscurrents

KALW
San Francisco
Oakland
Poetry
Education
California
Uncuffed
Oakland, United States
Grief
Chatgpt
Bay Area
AI Memorial Platforms
San Francisco, United States
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center
Queer Surf Collective
California Arts Council
Bay Poets
Berkeley
Black Choreographers Festival
Climate Change
Haitian Cuisine

Crosscurrents is KALW Public Radio's award-winning news magazine, broadcasting in the Bay Area 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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The Public Media Journalists Association, or PMJA, just announced their 2026 winners and KALW is proud to have taken three awards, so today we bring the second place winner for Enterprise Journalism, our story about how unhoused community members fin... more

Today, a tenant who is about to be evicted commemorates their apartment that hosted 35 years of performance. Then, a classic Dracula story gets revamped. Plus, a poem about another monster that refuses to die.

It’s been nearly 130 years since Bram Stoker’s novel “Dracula” was published. Over time, artists have reimagined the blood-thirsty monster in many ways. Now, San Francisco Playhouse is taking a stab at the classic story, with a feminist twist.

A dancer is evicted from a San Francisco home with deep roots in their experimental dance community.

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Hanat Baba
Host of Crosscurrents, KALW Public Radio

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • A must listen to podcast

    This is another great podcast similar to Ear Hustle.

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Shows depth and local flavor; great for listeners who want Bay Area context.
Production is consistently strong with thoughtful interviews.
Guests are well-chosen, balancing culture and policy topics.

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Sights + Sounds: 'The Compton's Cafeteria Riot' immersive play
Q: Donna, I was born and raised here in the Bay. I just learned about the Compton's Cafeteria Riot maybe a few years ago, and there's a lot of people, even the LGBTQ plus community who aren't aware of this history. Why is it so unknown?
Donna explains that awareness is limited and emphasizes her mission to educate people about this history.
Sights + Sounds: Miko Marks' residency at Yoshi's
Q: Why did you shift from country toward Americana?
Marks explains it as an evolution inspired by her love for storytelling in country, but a broader gumbo of influences that includes blues, rock, and jazz, which she feels fits Americana more accurately and allows for richer, storytelling possibilities.
SHOW: Miko Marks Makes Her Mark on Americana Music
Q: Can you describe how your residency at Yoshi's came about and what it means to you personally?
Miko Marks describes this residency as a first of its kind for her, a home-based opportunity to perform regularly, and a meaningful validation of her artistry, emphasizing gratitude and the comfort of playing close to home.
Sights and Sounds: 'Burden of Proof' dance production
Q: How did the collaboration with Jason Magalha Perez come about, and what was his role?
Panisse explains that Jason, the son of Leonora Perez, brought the family connection and a pathway to adapt their diary into a stage piece, acting as a collaborator while balancing factual elements with artistic reimagination.
Sights and Sounds: 'Burden of Proof' dance production
Q: Tell us when you first learned of this case, and what were your thoughts?
Alleluia Panisse describes discovering the case through family history and archival material, recognizing a powerful story of injustice, resilience, and the potential to translate it into a performative piece that honors those affected while exploring broader themes of trauma and community healing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Crosscurrents

What is Crosscurrents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Bay Area–focused, story-driven magazine that blends community reporting with culture, arts, and local issues. Episodes often weave first-person field pieces, literary or performance features, and investigative segments to illuminate civic life, neighborhood dynamics, and personal narratives. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on local voices, educational yet entertaining storytelling, and a knack for pairing data-driven reporting with human-centered perspectives. The show frequently hosts guests ranging from playwrights and poets to climate communicators and local historians, delivering accessible conversations tied to place and identity.

Overall, it's a good fit for listeners who enjoy thoughtful, locally anchored journalism th... more

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1. Kim Snodgrass
2. James Paxton
3. Isis Asare
4. Tanana Reeve Du
5. Jewel Gomez
6. John Jennings
7. Octavia Butler
8. Lynn Gerber

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