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Crosscurrents
Mondays–Thursdays at 11 am; rebroadcast at midnight
Hosted by Hana Baba

Crosscurrents is KALW Public Radio's award-winning news magazine, broadcasting Mondays through Thursdays on 91.7 FM. We make joyful, informative stories that engage people across the economic, social, and cultural divides in our community.

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  • Charley Crockett performs at the Brooklyn Paramount, July 20, 2024.
    Crosscurrents
    Those Bay Area Blues
    Today, the filmmaker of “The Masquerade.” Then, a KALW’s DJ’s brings us that gettin-ready-to-go-out energy. And, a singer/songwriter looks back at his early days in the bay.
  • Head Coach Natalie Nakase of the Golden State Valkyries reacts during the game.
    Crosscurrents
    Basketball Dreams Realized
    Today it's all about Bay Area basketball. The WNBA’s first Asian-American coach is hungry to win. Then, a muralist inspired by the dream of playing big league basketball.
  • Crosscurrents
    Caring For Lesbian Icon Phyllis Lyon, With Love And Deceit
    Evan Roberts
    San Francisco icon Phyllis Lyon was a lesbian activist and trailblazer for gay rights. In her final years, a community of people supported her without her knowing.
  • Street names can be chosen or assigned — nicknames, variations on a person's actual name, or a name that was born out of a story or circumstance.
    Crosscurrents
    Playing To Connect
    Today, we explore the human-machine ecosystem. Then, the new executive director of the Bay Area Book Festival. And, we hear why unhoused people use “street names.”
  • Edmond and Avelina got married in 2022. We're re-airing an episode that features their wedding at San Quentin, with an update!
    Crosscurrents
    Uncuffed: An Update From An Old Friend
    Today, you’re invited to witness the first ever, Uncuffed Wedding. We’ll go behind prison walls to celebrate the love of one of our incarcerated producers.
  • Isis Asare with the Sistah Sci-Fi vending machine at Chapter 510
    Crosscurrents
    Finding Community In Speculative Fiction
    Today, seeking refuge in Black Horror and Afro-Futurism. Then, the directors of “Freaky Tales.” And, authors who are looking into the near future with their fiction.
  • FOGO Practice
    Crosscurrents
    Preserving Joy And Hope In Difficult Times
    Today, we’re getting ready for San Francisco’s Carnaval! Then, poetry to help us face the truth of climate change.
  • Andrea Henson stands outside of the Where Do We Go / Street Spirit office.
    Crosscurrents
    The Fight Against Encampment Sweeps
    How three unhoused plaintiffs in Berkeley are using the Americans with Disabilities Act to fight against encampment sweeps. And, authors writing for the younger generation.
  • Excited fans at The Golden State Valkyries Opening Game
    Crosscurrents
    BOUNCE: First Of A Lifetime
    The Golden State Valkyries have taken the court! And we’re going to be right there with them for their first season with the WNBA. It's a new season of BOUNCE!
  • Crosscurrents
    The Benefits Of Embracing Uncertainty
    Today, how both healthcare workers and patients navigate the unknown. Then, we hear from a local actor who was recently nominated for a Tony Award.