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.

Sunday Dinner: Spoken Word and Spontaneity: Self Expression, Identity, and Politics with RicoR, Manny Florendo, and Roland Reyes

Sunday Dinner: Spoken Word and Spontaneity: Self Expression, Identity, and Politics with RicoR, Manny Florendo, and Roland Reyes

This month DJ Dupsie continues The Sunday Dinner Summer Music Series with local artists RicoR, Manny Florendo, and Roland Reyes. In between the songs played live in the studio, we reflect on the art of spoken word and the power of openness because the world has been...

Sustainability Now! Sunday, August 3rd, 2024: After the Floods–The Search for Resilience in Ellicott City, with Professor Ken Conca, American University

Sustainability Now! Sunday, August 3rd, 2024: After the Floods–The Search for Resilience in Ellicott City, with Professor Ken Conca, American University

After the Floods--The Search for Resilience in Ellicott City with Professor Ken Conca, American University on Sustainability Now! Sunday, August 3, 5-6 PM on KSQD As the recent deadly floods in Central Texas remind us, Nature bats last.  There seem to be a growing...

Self-Care in Hard Times: Recipes for Resilience (Remix)

Self-Care in Hard Times: Recipes for Resilience (Remix)

Episode 81: In this episode, we explore how self-care can sustain us through hard times. Host Debra Sloss and psychotherapist Kara Bowman reflect on a series of moving listener-submitted stories that reveal how simple, soulful practices can nourish resilience. From music to movement, these everyday acts offer powerful ways to stay grounded amid adversity. Tune in for wisdom, inspiration, and gentle reminders that self-care is essential.

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