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.
March to End Homelessness: April 1st
On April 1 join a special community celebration: The March to End Homelessness! Host Janet Quinn interviews Mer Stafford, Chief Impact Officer for Santa Cruz non-profit Housing Matters about the rich background that inspired this celebration to raise awareness and...
Area Farmers Impacted by Flooding
Frequent rains and storms of last winter have had a heavy impact on the farming industry. According to San Francisco Chronicle, just in Monterey County, more than 15,000 acres of farmland were flooded in January costing over 330 million dollars in damages. The flood...
Supporting Farmworkers Post Floods
Maria Cadenas is founder of the Undocu-fund, a nonprofit which distributes cash and other support to undocumented families. She talks about how the people of Pajaro and other farmworkers affected by the floods need more than a few charity dollars, they need to have a...
Assemblymember Gail Pellerin
Gail Pellerin represents parts of Santa Cruz and Santa Clara Counties. In this interview she talks about several bills she is introducing, including legislation about reproductive and voting rights.
Robin Lee Davidson – Shrek Wedding
Robin Lee Davidson smiles in the middle of a green and brown wedding? Phot courtesy of Cottonbro studio.
Kaya Henkes Power – Pressure
Kaya Henkes-Power learned that some things are not negotiable. Photo courtesy of the Vie Studio.
Jasmine Nájera on the challenges of substance abuse and mental health for youth, and on the role of PVPSA to bring healing and restorative justice
Jasmine Nájera is the CEO of Pájaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance (PVPSA). Jasmine is a life-long Santa Cruz County resident who is committed to serving her community as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her MSW from the University of...
Michael Tree, CEO of Santa Cruz Metro, on innovations to double ridership, reduce emissions, provide housing, and support environmental protection
Michael Tree is the CEO and General Manager of the Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District, more commonly known as Metro. He came to Santa Cruz Metro in April of 2022 after more than 27 years of experience in public transportation and city management, most...
Assist Regional Flood Victims: Community Bridges and Community Foundation Santa Cruz County Show Us How
When tragedy strikes Santa Cruz steps up! While this Winter’s atmospheric rivers have brought much needed rain to our region, along with them has also come devastation. In the wake of tragedy it is local non-profits who step forward to offer immediate assistance. On...
The Octopus Movement with Perry Knoppert
When are ADHD and dyslexia assets instead of handicaps? When you are an octopus! Our guest today is Dr. Octopus himself, Perry Knoppert. We talk about about his nonlinear revolution called the Octopus Movement. Perry's movement welcomes all out-of-the-box thinkers...
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