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.

Exciting medical research for macular degeneration, a vaccine for breast cancer and increased longevity

by Eliza James | Apr 3, 2022 | Advice / Call-in, All Talk, Ask Dr. Dawn, Science, Wellness

Using stem cells to rebuild retina in people with macular degeneration. Neural implant allows late stage ALS person to communicate—Dr Dawn’s experience with an ALS patient. Use paper tape to avoid allergic reaction when treating snoring by taping mouth shut. Low dose...

The Film Gang Review: The Worst Person in the World

by Paul Kanieski | Apr 2, 2022 | All Talk, Arts, Arts & Culture, The Film Gang

With its smart writing and edgy storytelling, The Worst Person in the World towers above the vast majority of romantic comedies. It’s also the third of the so-called Oslo Trilogy written and directed by the Norwegian filmmaker, Joachim Trier. Millennial angst...

All Squid, All the Time

by Rachel Goodman | Apr 1, 2022 | Station News, Updates

All squid, 24/7. KSQD announces its format change in time for April 1st.

Nina Paganetti, Pre-School teacher talks about Covid

by Rachel Goodman | Apr 1, 2022 | All Talk, Education, Local, Talk of the Bay

It's been a rough year for teachers and the young children they care for. Hear a first-hand account of a preschool teacher coping with masks, computer screens, and the very needy children who returned to her classroom. In this short interview, Nina Paganetti speaks...

Senior Services for an Aging Santa Cruz County

by Rachel Goodman | Apr 1, 2022 | All Talk, Local, Rachel Anne Goodman, Talk of the Bay, Wellness

Soon, people over 60 will outnumber those under 18 in the United States. How is Santa Cruz County preparing for the increasing number of elders in our community? Find out in this interview with director of the Seniors Council, Clay Kempf. For more on this topic, here...

Sustainability Now!, Sunday, April 3rd, 2022: Electrify California! with Benjamin Eichert

by Ronnie Lipschutz | Mar 31, 2022 | All Talk, Business, Local, Politics, Sustainability Now!

Electrify California! with Benjamin Eichert On Sustainability Now! Sunday, April 3rd, 5-6 PM on KSQD 90.7 FM and KSQD.org Hosts Brooke Wright and Ronnie Lipschutz speak with Benjamin Eichert, Director of Let’s Green California—an initiative launched by the Romero...

Jason Scorse – Climate Emergency

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Mar 31, 2022 | All Talk, First Person Singular, Science

Jason Scorse is not crying wolf when it comes to do this issue. Produced by Laurie Corn.

Empty Home Tax

by goodnewssantacruz | Mar 30, 2022 | All Talk, Good News Santa Cruz, Local

On Thursday, March 24 Good News Santa Cruz host Janet Quinn talked with Kayla Kumar and Cyndi Dawson about the Santa Cruz Empty Home Tax. This is a community driven ballot initiative to increase affordable housing options in the city of Santa Cruz by raising funds...

Understanding How Co-Dependence Differs from Interdependence

by State of Mind | Mar 30, 2022 | All Talk, Debra Sloss, Health & Wellness, Local, Program, State of Mind, Topics: Evergreen, Wellness

Episode 41: In this episode we’ll explore the complicated and often misunderstood topic of Codependency vs. Interdependency. Joining us for this conversation are Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) member Jill and psychotherapist and recovery specialist Kat Zwick, LMFT. This conversation is not just for those who view themselves as having codependent tendencies, but for anyone who struggles, in any relationships with knowing what is and is not in their control. Join us to talk about how to find greater personal well-being, even in those more challenging relationships.