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.
The Tower of Song Presents “The Autumnal Season” Orphic Essay-with-Soundtrack Series
Tune in at 12 AM, October 6th, and hear the Gypsy Scholar present part 2 of the "The Autumnal Season: Golden Autumn Days” Orphic Essay-with-Soundtrack Series Be sure to check out the fantabulous “Autumnal Season” webpage dedicated for this musical essay series...
Tribute to Cartoonist Tim Eagan
Tim Eagan, beloved cartoonist, satirist, radio drama guy and all around cultural icon of Santa Cruz passed away in August of 2025. We hear from friend and radio host Bruce Larsen, and poet Stephen Kessler about his legacy and we hear an interview I did with Tim in...
Pie for the People / Dyslexia Simulations – Talk of the Bay
On this episode of Talk of The Bay, host George Cadman is joined by Tony Nuñez, Marketing & Communications Director at Community Bridges, where he leads strategic messaging to highlight the impact of the nonprofit’s 10 programs serving more than 20,000 children,...
An Hour Wasted with Tom Lehrer–A KSQD Tribute to the Man and His Music
An Hour Wasted with Tom Lehrer A KSQD Tribute to the Man and His Music Tom Lehrer, the musical satirist par excellence of the 1950s and 1960s, died this past July at age 97. Many listeners and their progeny grew up listening to and singing his...
FirstPersonSingular: Laurie Corn – Hearing
Laurie Corn has an unfortunate inheritance.
How Stories Shape Our Mental Health
Episode 83: Guest host Youssef Hassanein talks with therapist Lisa Slede and Harvard health communications expert Amanda Yarnell about how personal and cultural narratives can heal, connect, or mislead us. Amanda offers tips for navigating digital misinformation, and storyteller John A. Jacobs reflects on how creative expression has shaped his life. It leaves listeners with the question: What stories guide your life, and how might crafting them more intentionally support your well-being?
The Tower of Song Presents “The Autumnal Season” Orphic Essay-with-Soundtrack Series
Update: The extended broadcast of part 1 of the Gypsy Scholar's Orphic Essay-with-Soundtrack series, "The Autumnal Season: Golden Autumn Days" (9/29/25), is now available for listening on the “Archived Musical Essays” webpage, along with the corresponding playlist on...
FirstPersonSingular: Sally Grey – The Used To Be Town
Sally Grey reflects on the Used-To-Be Town, Photo courtesy of Matreding.
September 30, 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: SD cards disappearing, Israel owns multiple VPNs, Microsoft forces free Windows 10...
Santa Cruz County Open Studios: Experience a feast of artistic excellence three weekends in October.
The Arts Council of Santa Cruz County kicks off their Open Studios Art Tour the first weekend in October. Celebrating their 40th year Open studios is bigger than ever featuring over 340 artists! Working in 22 mediums from seasoned professionals to new and emerging,...
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