
A Rude Awakening is an award-winning climate crisis and environmental justice radio show with interviews and commentary – hosted and produced by Sabrina Jacobs. Tune In! Every Friday @ 8am Follow A Rude Awakening on Facebook, Mastodon, Twitter and Instagram
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 541 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPolitics | |||

On today’s show, an update on the feral cows roaming the Gila Wilderness of New Mexico, I speak to Todd Schulke of Center for Biological Diversity, we’ll switch gears and speak to Liberty University’s Dr. Leslie Joseph about the affects of war on the... more
On today’s show, Hollin Kretzmann of Center for Biological Diversity gives an update on Assembly Bill 2461 – the Oil Well Cleanup Accountability bill, Jaime Court of Consumer Watchdog gives a rundown of all the candidates running for insurance commi... more
An in-depth look at community affairs on a local, national and international level, with interviews and commentary. Hosted by Sabrina Jacobs.
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An in-depth look at community affairs on a local, national and international level, with interviews and commentary. Hosted by Sabrina Jacobs.
The post A Rude Awakening – May 15, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.
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This program tends to center climate justice, environmental policy, and global equity, often tying macro-level economic or geopolitical developments to local impacts. Episodes frequently explore topics such as monetary policy and its influence on climate outcomes, Indigenous rights and extractive industries, forest and soil stewardship, and the role of media and policy in shaping environmental discourse. A consistent through-line is critical analysis of power, governance, and accountability—whether evaluating global mineral supply chains, food systems, or offshore drilling—paired with calls to action for community resilience, activism, and informed civic engagement. A standout aspect is the willingness to host researchers, advocates, and jo... more
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