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.
Alan Ritch – Orphaned Libraries
Alan Ritch admires a used book store.
Anorexia Nervosa Recovery (Remix)
Episode 60: Anorexia Nervosa is a dangerous eating disorder and the deadliest mental illness, second only to opioid overdose. Eating disorders affect people of any age, race, gender, and sexual orientation and they are common. Joining us for this inspiring story of recovery is biomedical writer Evelyn Strauss and psychotherapist Jeanne Willis, LMFT. Evelyn shares how she worked her way out of the physical and psychological manifestations of anorexia nervosa through a self-created and unconventional path. Jeanne, an eating disorder specialist, dispels commonly held myths, discusses the types of treatments available, and shares resources that support recovery.
Laurie Corn – Shy
Laurie Corn gets an inkling of the future. Photo courtesy of Ron Lach.
Songwriter Matt Andersen to join David Bean live Thursday
One of my favorite songwriters joins me Thursday at 2PM on K-Squid. Matt Andersen - a powerhouse performer with a giant, soul-filled voice and commanding stage presence.
The Afro-Feminine Coming Alive with Akinke Lucas
Today we speak with Akinke ("Ah-kin-kay") Lucas about dreaming ourselves whole. We start by talking about Akinke's travels in Africa and Indonesia, then we talk about how to tell the difference between tricksters and demons. Akinke describes masculine vs feminine,...
Marco Poehner – Avocados and Cocaine
Marco Poehner says, "Eat locally-grown avocados... and here's why." Photo courtesy Matthias Oben.
THE TOWER OF SONG
The Gypsy Scholar will be presenting his annual program for the Celtic/Neopagan festival of Samhain, which is traditionally celebrated on the eve of November 1st (October 31st, our All Hallows Eve or Halloween). Tune in Monday at 12 a.m., October 30th, and find out...
Monterey Bay History: Sardine and Abalone Fisheries
Tim Thomas is the recipient of the Ed Ricketts Award from NOAA's Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary along with Rumsen-Ohlone Tribal member Linda Yamane. In this interview, Tim Thomas discusses the sardine and abalone fishery in the Monterey Bay, and Lisa Uttal of...
Nancy Macy on Saving the Santa Cruz Mountains
The Valley Women's Club and its environmental committee will celebrate its 22nd anniversary of its Environmental Town Hall on Saturday, 10-28 in the Felton Community Hall on Highway 9. The group has been actively involved in advocating for local residents in the face...
Sustainability Now! October 29th: The Life Beneath Our Feet, with Dr. Chelsea Carey, Point Blue Conservation Science
The Life Beneath Our Feet with Dr. Chelsea Carey, Point Blue Conservation Science On Sustainability Now! Sunday, October 29th, 5-6 PM When you go out into the world and walk on the Earth, have you ever wondered what was beneath your feet? Animals and plants, of...
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