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.
Faith Leaders on the Climate Crisis, Climate Fest
On Sunday 11:30 at Resurrection Church, 7600 Soquel Drive in Aptos, faith and political leaders will share ideas and activities to inspire action on climate change. Speakers include Rabbi Shifra Weiss-Penzia, Deacon Patrick Conway, Senator John Laird, Zen leader,...
RealPolitik with Jess Craven: The Dems, Democracy and the Fight for Our Lives
In this energetic, educational and inspiring interview, Ami interviews Jessica Craven--a community organizer, activist, mom and elected member of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party. She’s also the author of the popular Substack: "Chop Wood, Carry Water," a...
Santa Cruz Naturalist: Wildlife at Fort Ord Reserve (Part 1)
In this episode, Nikka chats with Joe Miller, Director of Fort Ord Natural Reserve, about the incredible wildlife that inhabits the unique landscape of the reserve. To learn more about ways to get involved with the reserve, check out part two of our talk next week and...
FirstPersonSingular: Bahia Brunelle – Grandmothers Baklava
Bahia Brunelle shares her fascination with her grandmother's Baklava.
Crescent City Shuffle: Saturdays 4-6pm
There is New Orleans music in the house every Saturday from 4-6pm on KSQD. So many ways to listen! Catch it live on 90.7 (Santa Cruz) 89.5 (Prunedale/Watsonville) and 89.7 (Monterey) on your radio, or livestream at KSQD.org. Better yet, take the Squid with you...
FirstPersonSingular: Bruce Scott – Blended
The late Bruce Scott is witness to what real listening is. Photo courtesy of Keira Burton.
September 17, 2024: Computer Man! Your Tech Questions Answered
Tech troubles got you tangled up? Don't stress about your tech! Call the Computer Man between 6-7pm PT every Tuesday: 831-900-5773 Or write to Luigi@PleasurePointComputers.com Tune in to 90.7 FM or ksqd.org, stay informed and updated, and let The Computer Man be your...
Monterey Jazz Festival Artistic Director, Darin Atwater, on New Squid in Town: Thursday 1:30pm.
Much appreciation to Monterey Jazz Festival Artistic Director Darin Atwater for joining me on-air at K-Squid Thursday 1:30 PM September 19. We will discuss his experiences preparing his "inaugural" Monterey Jazz Festival. KSQD FM Community Radio broadcasting in Santa...
Open Studios: Past, present, and future!
On Talk of the Bay, host Suki Wessling welcomes Ann Osterman, outgoing producer of Santa Cruz County's acclaimed Open Studios Art Tour, collage artist Bree Karpavage, past artist and incoming producer, and painter Jason Cohen, first time presenter in the art tour....
Black Dreams Matter with Sahlah Dubel
Our guest, Sahlah Dubel of Divine by Design, talks about BIPOC-centered dreamwork, authenticity, and trust-building. Sahlah shares a powerful dream about learning to breathe water which leads us into a conversation about trust and how spaces are made safe through...
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