Making Contact
2:00 PM PACIFIC TIME: Fridays
Covering the movements, the issues, and the people fighting for some of the most important social justice issues of our time. Hosted by Amy Gastelum, Salima Hamirani, Anita Jonhson, and Lucy Kang.
Making Contact – Palestine: Perspectives on the Occupation
It seems like a conflict that may never end. Israelis and Palestinians are fighting again. This week we look back at the history of the occupation of Palestine. We'll hear from several Palestinians about how they've personally been affected. And we get the Israeli government's perspective on the current situation as we begin 2009. Featuring:Hatem … Continued
Making Contact – The Peculiar Business of Wayne C. Henderson: How Guitar Making Saved His Life
We travel to the homeland of American bluegrass to visit the workshop of guitar builder Wayne C. Henderson. His instruments are considered some of the best in the world. His current waiting list is ten years long. Wayne could charge big bucks for his instruments, but he's not driven by money. He works by a … Continued
Making Contact – Dateline Havana: The Future Of Cuba
Cuba had a long history of segregation and racism before 1959. The revolutionary government ended the old system of segregation but racism remains a problem in Cuba. On this, the 50th anniversary of the Cuba Revolution, we look at how Cuba brought about equality for symphony musicians. We'll also look at Cuba's efforts to feed … Continued
Making Contact – Women Rising 18: Rescuers of Wildlife
Women Rising 18: Rescuers of Wildlife Women are gaining influence as leaders throughout the world, fighting for peace, justice, the environment and civil society. They have combined passion for nature with a professional approach on animal care and release, along with rainforest conservation and wildlife monitoring, click here to find out more about how they … Continued
Making Contact – Born in Flames: Case of the New Jersey 7
It¹s a case that made headlines across the nation. On August 18, 2006, seven Black, lesbian and gender non-conforming young women from New Jersey went out for a night in New York City. A man selling DVDs on the sidewalk. Also Black propositioned one of the young women. She turned him down, but he … Continued
Making Contact – A Journey To Darfur: Rethinking Intervention
It's been 5 years of genocide in Darfur. 300,000 lives have been lost and millions have been displaced. While the UN says lack of security has prevented the full deployment of a peacekeeping force, even Hollywood stars have taken on the cause.On this edition, we'll hear what it's like to embed with rebels in Darfur … Continued
Making Contact, The Color of AIDS: Bringing “Risk” Up to Date ENCORE Edition. – December 5, 2008
In the United States, HIV/AIDS is no longer just a disease affecting white, gay men. The percentage of cases of women living with HIV has tripled in the past 20 years, and women of color are most affected. Yet outdated perceptions about the epidemic drive government prevention work, from the way data is collected to … Continued
Making Contact: Food for Thought. – November 28, 2008
How much does it cost to put food on the table for your family these days? Definitely more than last year at this time. And it¹s a sure bet that it'll be even higher next year. The cost of producing food is skyrocketing and the basics are becoming out of reach to average American households. … Continued