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.
Special Talk of the Bay with Omar Dieguez! From The Streets 3.31.25 (Honoring Cesar Chavez Day)
This was a special edition of Talk of the Bay, hosted by Omar Dieguez. His guests were Nane Alejandrez of Barrios Unidos, Mary Lou Alejandrez of Barrios Unidos, and Catarina, a Maori influenced by Barrios Unidos who is visiting from New Zealand. This fascinating...
Harnessing Awe: A Simple Practice That Can Transform Your Life
Episode 77: Awe isn’t just a beautiful emotion—it’s a powerful tool for well-being. Research shows it can reduce stress, ease anxiety, lift mood, and even relieve chronic pain. Host Debra Sloss is joined by Dr. Michael Amster, co-author of The Power of Awe, and Jaime Garcia to explore how awe regulates the nervous system, enhances mental health, and simple ways to cultivate it in just one minute a day.
Musical Migrations with Dr. Julio and Mike Mannix: Thursdays 10pm-Midnight
Migrate through a world of sound with co-hosts, Dr. Julio and Mike Mannix, every Thursday 10pm-Midnight. 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...
FirstPersonSingular: Bruce Scott – George
The late Bruce Scott looked back on the life of a childhood friend. Photo courtesy of Saeid Anvar.
April 1, 2025: Computer Man! Your Tech Questions Answered
Don’t stress about your tech, call the Computer Man on KSQD between 6-7pm PT each Tuesday: 831-900-5773 Write to Luigi@PleasurePointComputers.com Scams of the week! Topics covered: Massive data leak at Twitter, Russian disinformation campaign to trick AI, Email...
Community Resource Guide by KSQD Tech Expert
During uncertain times KSQD is here to provide resources to help you protect yourselves and the community you love. Recently two of our Talk Hosts teamed up to create this show, complete with detailed notes and links to assist you in shoring up your personal...
New Team Members! Welcome to our Underwriters
K-Squid brought on four new Underwriting Reps in March. They are Arlene Galindo and Matt Morris for Santa Cruz County; Skylar Vagnini and Stephen Vagnini for Monterey County. Congratulations to all and we're thrilled to announce that new Underwriting Agreements have...
The Cutting Edge with Tim Fitzmaurice
In this episode of The Cutting edge with Tim Fitzmaurice we hear from Jaime Sanchez about his breakthrough first solo exhibit at Watsonville Arts Center on Main street and how art is necessary to creating a just society.
Words of Divine with Ay Que Linda Wednesdays 10pm-Midnight
Reggae from Roots to Modern & Beyond will move you with the revolutionary spirit and consciousness of the Bob Marley era and continue with the progression of the modern Reggae Revival. Getting your body moving with the hardcore beats of current One Drop and...
Skylarkin’ with Louise Salazar: Fridays 1-3pm
Take the flight eclectic with host Louise Salazar on Skylarkin’ Fridays 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 yet, download the...
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