Pride Perspectives features discussions of various aspects of the rich and vibrant Santa Cruz LGBTQ+ history. Created in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Santa Cruz Pride in 2025, we include conversations with guests about their experiences in being part of this history through stories of local people and events.
When Hormones Shift: Perimenopause and Mental Health
Episode 85: Hormonal changes and perimenopause can start earlier than many women expect — sometimes in the 30s — bringing shifts that deeply affect mental health. Anxiety, irritability, depression, headaches, and brain fog are common, yet often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. We’re joined by psychotherapist and hormone expert Helen Bennett, BACP, and experiencer Liz Ryan to share both clinical and personal insights into how hormonal changes impact daily life and emotional well-being. Liz’s partner, Casey, also reflects on navigating this transition together and its effects on their relationship and family. Tune in to recognize the signs, find support, and feel less alone during this transition.
FirstpersonSingular: Sigrid McLaughlin – Stranger
The late Sigrid McLaughlin received a midnight gift. Photo courtesy of Max Flinterman.
December 2, 2025: Computer Man! Your Tech Questions Answered
Don’t stress about your tech, call the Computer Man on KSQD between 6-7pm PT each Tuesday: 831-900-5773 Write to Luigi@PleasurePointComputers.com Scams of the week! Topics covered: Microsoft Windows 11 Complaints, ChatGPT issues, 500million people still on Windows 10,...
Mythbusting the Rail and Trail Project of Santa Cruz County
On this episode of Talk of the Bay, with host Meilin Obinata, guests James Weller, a land title expert and Barry Scott a clean energy educator bust the latest myths and misunderstandings regarding the Rail and Trail Project of Santa Cruz County. Our third guest,...
Adaptive Nightmares with Prof Wojciech Owczarski
Learn how dreams help us process trauma with our guest Gdansk Professor Wojciech Owczarski who studies the dreams of Auschwitz survivors, modern Ukrainian refugees, and nursing home residents. He finds that dreams help us cope with trauma, adapt to new life...
FirstPersonSingular: Gilda Zelin – Odors
Gilda Zelin smiles as life cycles round. Photo courtesy of Ron Lach.
The Tower of Song Presents Terence McKenna
UPDATE: The extended broadcast of the Gypsy Scholar’s Terence McKenna program is now available for listening on the “Archived Musical Essays” webpage of the Tower of Song website at revradiotowerofsong.com Psychedelic compounds are still illegal at the federal level...
Hilarious Chat About Holiday Plants
"People who garden always have something good to look forward to," Dr. Martin Quigley. Join him, Steven E. Popp, and Joe Truskot -- the "In The Garden" guys for their fun take on pine trees, poinsettias, and the holiday color palettes. Living things can create new...
The Tower of Song Presents “Un-Thanksgiving Day 2025”
Update: Just in time for the Thanksgiving Day federal holiday, the extended broadcast of the Gypsy Scholar's "Un-Thanksgiving Day” Orphic Essay-with-Soundtrack is now available for listening on the “Archived Musical Essays” webpage, along with the playlist on the...
FirstPersonSingular: Meade Fischer – Shark Fin
Meade Fischer questions cultural traditions. Photo courtesy of Alex Quezada.
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