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UpFront delivers a mix of local, state, and international coverage through challenging interviews, civil debates, breaking updates, and in-depth discussions with authors. UpFront PM is the afternoon edition of UpFront. Pitch us at upfront@kpfa.org. Theme Music: Turn It Up by Digital Primitives, licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License.

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UpFront delivers a mix of local, state, and international coverage through challenging interviews, civil debates, breaking updates, and in-depth discussions with authors.

The post UpFront – March 11, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

UpFront delivers a mix of local, state, and international coverage through challenging interviews, civil debates, breaking updates, and in-depth discussions with authors.

The post UpFront – March 10, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Jeff Miller is the founder and Executive Director of the Alameda Creek Alliance. He also works with the Center for Biological Diversity on media, outreach, writing endangered species listing petitions, and working on biodiversity issues. His latest b... more

00:08 — Gönül Tol is a Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute. She is the author of “Erdogan’s War: A Strongman’s Struggle at Home and in Syria.”

00:33 — Phyllis Bennis is Director of the New Internationalism Project at the Institute for Policy ... more

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Recent Guests

Stacey Ishmael
Executive editor at Bloomberg News covering the crypto industry
Bloomberg News
Episode: UpFront – March 11, 2025
Jeff Miller
Founder and executive director of the Alameda Creek Alliance; an Earth First veteran.
Alameda Creek Alliance, Center for Biological Diversity
Episode: Jeff Miller on Bay Area Wildlife – Fund Drive Special
Gunal Toll
Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute, Author of Erdogan's War
Middle East Institute
Episode: Developments in Syria and Implications for the Kurdish Forces Fighting Turkey; Plus, Trump Administration’s Agenda on the Gaza Ceasefire
Rhodes Berry
Former Assistant Chief Counsel at the Department of Energy
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Episode: Inside the DOGE cuts
Joel Bainan
Professor of Middle East History Emeritus at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: UpFront – February 28, 2025
Rick Perlstein
Cultural historian and author focusing on the rise of the modern American right
Episode: Fund Drive Special with Rich Perlstein
Dahlia Lithwick
Senior Editor at Slate and host of the podcast Amicus
Slate
Episode: Limits on Legal Challenges to the Trump Administration; Plus, Impact of Federal Grants Cuts to Trans Healthcare
Jim Manja
President and CEO of St. John's Community Health, which focuses on healthcare for underserved populations including transgender individuals.
St. John's Community Health
Episode: Limits on Legal Challenges to the Trump Administration; Plus, Impact of Federal Grants Cuts to Trans Healthcare
Craig Aaron
President of Free Press
Episode: Media Policy Under the Trump Administration; Plus, National Politics Roundup with John Nichols

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Brian Edwards-Tiekert
Co-host with extensive background in political commentary and public affairs.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • This is a GREAT podcast

    You all are doing a wonderful wonderful job! All of you are terrific and I must say that Brian is an absolutely sensational interviewer - wow. I've never heard a more informed or inquisitive interviewer anywhere. I hope he returns after his time at Stanford. Thank you to all of you!!

    It is now December 2024 and I just want to say that all of KPFA is an absolute lifeline to life right now with what’s going on in the world and not only guy but so many many people need a KPFA now more than ever an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    itunes-jan-rate
    United States10 months ago
  • Simply the best!

    Listen to the hosts insightful, probing questions you want to have light shown into those shady corners of the issues of our times. Brian has impressive roster of regular quests and brings in other experts one-time to explore what’s missing below the headlines. He digs in to get their thoughts and analysis with his amazingly well-informed intelligence and wit. I’m always impressed by his preparation and that he doesn’t ask softball questions of any of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G the Nurse
    United States2 years ago
  • Always informative, but hoodwinked on Ukraine

    Without fail 7am on Mondays the “Pacifica”, the Peace Foundation hosts a pro-war view with some horse blinders on. John Pfeffer is exclusively given the mike. He might as well get paid by the US State Dept. And that’s the beginning and end of Brian’s understanding of SE Ukraine and both Russian and US ambitions. 7:30am COVID second half is best 30 minutes on KPFA. Overall much improved with departure of Cat Brooks. Tuesday on has very good interviews, Brian does his homework! Keep up the great... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cavies forever
    United States2 years ago
  • Can’t live without Upfront ❤️

    I listen every morning and go crazy trying to read all the books that are discussed on this show. Love Monday mornings with coverage on Ukraine and then COVID updates.

    I keep the podcast on my phone if I want to listen again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KEPicturewoman
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent resource

    Brian has been holding it down for years with excellent guests on well-researched topics. I especially appreciate the coverage on Palestine, COVID, and current event debriefs like the recent analysis by economist Dean Baker on the SVB bank run. Thanks for keeping us informed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobpertRaymond
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the high-quality interviews and depth of research, noting the hosts' ability to ask insightful questions that shed light on complex issues.
There are some criticisms regarding perceived biases in certain discussions, particularly around political interpretations and coverage of international events.
Many appreciate the diversity of topics and guests, finding the discussions on social justice, health, and politics to be both timely and relevant.

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Jeff Miller on Bay Area Wildlife – Fund Drive Special
Q: What do you mean by kinship?
Miller explains the concept of finding commonalities with wildlife and understanding the interdependence between humans and animals.
Jeff Miller on Bay Area Wildlife – Fund Drive Special
Q: What's changed the most in the time that you've been running up and down the hills and poking at things?
Miller notes the major increase in urban sprawl and development, which has significantly reduced open spaces and impacted local fauna.
Global Economic Impact as Trump Tariffs Deadline Reached
Q: How would you describe the potential fallout from these tariffs in terms of unemployment and hiring?
We’re likely to see a slowdown in hiring and possibly negative job reports in the coming months as uncertainty affects business decisions.
Global Economic Impact as Trump Tariffs Deadline Reached
Q: What does this trade regime under Trump signal about who has power, who's calling the shots, and towards what end?
Trump wants to rule like a dictator and expects businesses to pay allegiance to him, creating chaos in the business environment.
Global Economic Impact as Trump Tariffs Deadline Reached
Q: If you wanted to roll back the bad impacts of those free trade policies, what would you actually do?
I would go the other way and focus on making monopolies shorter and weaker, redistributing income upward through government intervention instead of protecting certain industries.

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The content provides a blend of local, national, and international issues, focusing on current events through interviews, debates, and analyses that challenge listeners to think critically. The discussions often touch on political topics, economic implications, health matters, and social justice issues, with a unique slant toward progressive values and in-depth commentary on significant global events. Injecting urgency into the discussions, recent episodes have prominently featured topics such as cryptocurrency's intersection with political decisions, the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and crucial public health updates regarding COVID-19 and vaccination strategies. Listeners can expect a rich mix of voices, including expe... more

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