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.
From the Streets: Restoring Ethnic Studies in Pajaro Valley – Talk of the Bay
“From the Streets,” is a new Talk of the Bay series, hosted by Omar Dieguez. His guests for this show were Professor Christine Hong of UC Santa Cruz and Pajaro Valley Unified School District Trustee, Gabriel Medina. They discuss the dedicated community work that...
The Grateful Dead Zone: Saturdays Noon-2pm:
Every Saturday at noon, prepare to enter another dimension. A dimension not only of sight and sound, but of mind. A journey into … ”The Grateful Dead Zone.” Each week, Dead scholar Erik Nelson curates the ultimate Dead concert — a “Make Believe Psychedelic Ballroom”...
Music of the Masters: Saturdays 6-9am:
Saturdays 6-9am explore classical music from the world’s greatest composers, performed at the highest level possible with programs curated on themes, styles, and countries. So many ways to listen! Tune your radio dial to 89.5, 89.7 in South Monterey Bay Area or 90.7...
Talking Art! San Lorenzo Valley Art Tour and MK Contemporary
Thursday on Talk of the Bay at 5:30pm: If you missed October’s Open Studios, May brings you another chance to experience and enjoy the exceptional art of our region with the San Lorenzo Valley Art Tour! May 17 & 18 will launch the 4th annual San Lorenzo Valley...
The Tower of Song Presents “Beltane / May Day: A Holiday for Pagans & Workers”
Update (from broadcast announcement of 4/27/25): the first installment of the Orphic Essay-with-Soundtrack series for May Day entitled, “Beltane / May Day: A Holiday for Pagans & Workers," is now available as an extended program on the "Archived Musical Essays"...
FirstPersonSingular: Olga Cossi – Me
The late Olga Cossi asked, "Remember me?" Photo courtesy of Efrem Efre.
Celtic Cauldron: Fridays 11-1pm
Take in sounds inspired by the musical traditions of the Emerald Isle every Friday, 11-1pm. With a rotation of music hosts, each week is a unique taste from the Celtic Cauldron. So many ways to listen! Tune your radio dial to 89.5, 89.7 in South Monterey Bay Area or...
Radio and Podcast Workshop May 6 6-8pm
Are you interested in being a broadcaster or podcaster? Join us for a training program where you will learn the techniques of modern journalism at a workshop led by local journalists, radio hosts and podcasters at K-Squid Community radio. Starting with interviewing...
New Squid In Town Thursdays 1 – 3pm
Discover the music coming through town with David Bean on New Squid in Town, Thursdays from 1-3pm. So many ways to listen! Tune your radio dial to 89.5, 89.7 in South Monterey Bay Area or 90.7 FM in Santa Cruz. Stream from anywhere in the world on KSQD.org or better...
Men and Therapy: Breaking the Silence (Remix)
Episode 78: More men are embracing therapy and challenging old stigmas. In this remixed episode, Guest Host Lisa Herendeen, LMFT talks with Joey Fino, Mark Vanderhoof, and psychotherapist Tim Hartnett, PhD about how therapy can transform men’s lives. We’ve also added a powerful “In Your Voice” story, reflecting on how therapy supported Daniel’s journey from adolescence to adulthood. Tune in for a compelling conversation on healing, connection, and emotional growth.
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