Pride Perspectives

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.

KSQD Marched with Joy in this Year’s Pride Parade!

by Christine Barrington | Jun 5, 2023 | All Talk, Christine Barrington, Program, Talk of the Bay

KSQD marched happily in the SC Pride Parade 2023, which was richly attended this year with large crowds and big hearts filled with community connection and a determination to stand together to support inclusiveness and belonging for all people. Fifty-seven Registered...

Martha Kendall – Wheels

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Jun 5, 2023 | All Talk, First Person Singular, Outdoors, Program, Wellness

Martha Kendall spins a good life.

Confessions of an Economic Hit Man with John Perkins

by Jill Cody | Jun 4, 2023 | All Talk, Be Bold America!, Business, Climate Change, Politics, Politics & Activism, Program, Topics: Evergreen

“Confessions of an Economic Hit Man with John Perkins” “Be Bold America!” Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 5:00pm (PDT) In this interview the New York Times bestselling author, John Perkins, blows the whistle on China’s economic hitman strategy, exposes corruption on an...

The Future of AI-A Student Perspective

by Rachel Goodman | Jun 3, 2023 | All Talk, Education, Science

What do Cabrillo journalism students think about the infiltration of AI in all forms of social media and educational settings? Is it the end of humanity or a new tool or both? They just watched Tristan Harris' "AI Dilemma" and react to what is presented.

Santa Cruz Shakespeare Celebrates 43 Years

by Rachel Goodman | Jun 2, 2023 | All Talk, Arts & Culture, Program, Rachel Anne Goodman, Talk of the Bay

Charles Pasternak is no stranger to theater or Shakepeare. He is the new co-artistic Director of the long-standing and much-beloved theater company Santa Cruz Shakespeare. He talks about the three plays in production this season and why this particular company has...

Santa Cruz Pride Celebrations Rolling Onto Our Shores with Joy and Reflection

by Christine Barrington | Jun 1, 2023 | All Talk, Arts & Culture, Arts & Literature, Christine Barrington, Monterey Bay History, Program, Talk of the Bay

The opening weekend of Pride 2023 just washed upon our shores! KSQD celebrated with Santa Cruz Pride, walking in its parade and capturing on-the-street commentary with local participants and dignitaries. Christine Barrington, welcomes Rob Darrow, Chairman of Santa...

Discover Local Music with the Santa Cruz Public Library SoundSwell Database and Concert Series

by Christine Barrington | Jun 1, 2023 | All Talk, Arts & Culture, Arts & Literature, Christine Barrington, Local, Program, Talk of the Bay, Topics: Evergreen

SoundSwell is a music data-base created by the Santa Cruz Public Library that features local musicians and offers streaming and download options for albums you might not easily access anywhere else. To help you discover the who's who of Santa Cruz music the Library...

Sally Grey – Homestead Stories

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Jun 1, 2023 | All Talk, Arts & Culture, First Person Singular, Program

Sally Grey recounts some of the many homestead stories.

Therapeutic Movement & Dance – Creativity and Wellness: Part 3

by State of Mind | May 31, 2023 | All Talk, Arts, Arts & Literature, Debra Sloss, Health & Wellness, Program, State of Mind, Topics: Evergreen, Wellness

Episode 55: People have been moving their bodies through dance for thousands of years, and there’s a reason. Movement and dance offer many benefits for mental health and brain function. Joining me for this conversation about the therapeutic benefits of movement and dance are Dr. Rachel Jordana Horodezky, a licensed psychotherapist, yoga instructor, and dance instructor; entrepreneur and dancer Shankar Hemmady; and arts administrator and lifelong dancer Valéria Miranda.