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KPFA - Hard Knock Radio

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting. Hosts Davey D and Anita Johnson give voice to issues ignored by the mainstream while planting seeds for social change.

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The Meaning of the Fourth of July to the Other America

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2025/07/04

This Independence Day, we reflect on the meaning of July 4th through the lens of Black truth-telling, resistance, and cultural commentary. The program opens with a powerful rendition of Frederick Douglass’s 1852 address, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” performed by the legendary Ossie Davis. We then feature a searing sermon from Rev. Jeremiah Wright—often cited for his provocative line “God Damn America”—in which he delivers a prophetic critique of American injustice and hypocrisy.And to

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Hard Knock Radio...

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2025/07/03

In a wide-ranging and timely conversation, host Davey D sat down with Professor Stephen Zunes of the University of San Francisco to break down the current situation with Iran, the history that informs it, and the often contradictory role the U.S. plays in Middle East policy.Zunes began with an “Iran 101,” noting the country’s rich history, strategic size, and its role as a major regional player. He argued that much of the U.S. and Israeli hostility toward Iran stems less from human rights

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In Conversation with Pastor Mike McBride on the...

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2025/07/02

On this urgent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sits down with Pastor Mike McBride of the Black Church PAC and LiveFree.org to break down the far-reaching implications of a sweeping federal bill, dubbed sarcastically by critics as the “Big Billionaire Looting Bill” or BBL Bill. As headlines focused on celebrity scandals like Diddy’s legal troubles, Pastor Mike and Davey call attention to the much more dangerous developments quietly moving through Congress.A Trillion-Dollar Transfer to the

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In Conversation with Journalist Tim Redmond (48 Hills)

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2025/07/01

In a wide-ranging and urgent discussion, Hard Knock Radio host Davey D spoke with veteran journalist Tim Redmond of 48 Hills to unpack the political dynamics shaping San Francisco and their connections to national trends, especially under a potential second Trump administration.The “Billionaire’s Budget” and San Francisco’s Priorities Redmond criticized San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie’s proposed budget, calling it the “Billionaire’s Budget” for prioritizing law enforcement and jails over critical

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Hard Knock Radio – June 30, 2025

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2025/06/30

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Hard Knock Radio – June 30, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Uncovering Resistance: Dr. Eileen Tejada Breaks Down...

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2025/06/27

In a powerful and expansive conversation on Hard Knock Radio, Associate Dean Dr. Eileen Tejada of San Francisco State University joined host Davey D to break down the revolutionary roots of Bomba, an Afro-Caribbean tradition often misunderstood as just dance and music”but which, at its core, is a weapon of resistance.Reclaiming Erased Histories Kicking off the conversation, Davey D framed the segment within the broader context of Junes Black Music Month and the current political climate that seeks

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Uncovering Resistance: Dr. Eileen Tejada Breaks Down...

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2025/06/26

In a powerful and expansive conversation on Hard Knock Radio, Associate Dean Dr. Eileen Tejada of San Francisco State University joined host Davey D to break down the revolutionary roots of Bomba, an Afro-Caribbean tradition often misunderstood as just dance and music”but which, at its core, is a weapon of resistance.Reclaiming Erased Histories Kicking off the conversation, Davey D framed the segment within the broader context of Junes Black Music Month and the current political climate that seeks

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Charles Barron: “Mamdani Didn’t Earn the Black Vote....

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2025/06/25

Guest: Charles Barron, former NYC Councilman, State Assemblyman, and Black PantherHost: Davey D Topic: The recent upset in NYC’s mayoral race and broader implications for Black political power and radical organizing In a passionate and politically charged interview on Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with veteran Black Panther and longtime New York politician Charles Barron to unpack the unexpected defeat of establishment favorite Andrew Cuomo by Democratic Socialist Zoran Mamdani in the

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Chinaka Hodge discusses Marvel’s Ironheart and...

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2025/06/24

On today’s edition of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D speaks with acclaimed poet, playwright, and screenwriter Chinaka Hodge, the creator and head writer of Marvel’s Ironheart, one of the most anticipated projects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Ironheart follows the story of Riri Williams, a teenage Black girl genius from Chicago who builds her own advanced suit of armor—outsmarting even Tony Stark’s Iron Man. As Marvel continues to expand its universe with more diverse and complex characters,

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Guerline Jozef on Haitian Immigrants and Racial...

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2025/06/23

Guerline Jozef on Haitian Immigrants and Racial Injustice In this powerful episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D speaks with Guerline Jozef, Executive Director of the Haitian Bridge Alliance, to shed light on the often-overlooked struggles of Haitian immigrants amid nationwide ICE raids and immigration crackdowns. Jozef shares harrowing accounts—including a Haitian father being kidnapped by ICE while leaving a courtroom with his infant child—exposing the inhumane and racialized treatment Black

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Hard Knock Radio – June 20, 2025

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2025/06/20

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.The post Hard Knock Radio – June 20, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Hard Knock Radio – June 19, 2025

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2025/06/19

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.The post Hard Knock Radio – June 19, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Immigration Raids and Union Suppression and The...

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2025/06/18

Immigration Raids and Union SuppressionHost: Davey D | Guest: John Reimann (OaklandSocialist.com) In this powerful episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D speaks with longtime labor activist John Reimann about the intersection of immigration raids and union suppression. Reimann reveals that recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, particularly around sweatshops near Home Depot, have targeted areas with active union organizing campaigns led by SEIU and allied NGOs. He suggests the raids are not just about

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Hard Knock Radio – June 17, 2025

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2025/06/17

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.The post Hard Knock Radio – June 17, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Hard Knock Radio – June 16, 2025

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2025/06/16

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Hard Knock Radio – June 16, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Hard Knock Radio – June 13, 2025

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2025/06/13

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.The post Hard Knock Radio – June 13, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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ACLU’s Emerson Sykes on Book Bans, Free Speech, and...

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2025/06/12

Fighting Back Against Censorship On this episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sits down with Emerson Sykes, senior staff attorney at the ACLU, to unpack the growing wave of book bans and attacks on free speech sweeping across the U.S. The conversation spotlights the federal government’s removal of nearly 600 books—including Can’t Stop Won’t Stop: Young Adult Edition, co-authored by Davey D and Jeff Chang—from Department of Defense-run school libraries. The Bigger Picture Sykes draws a direct

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Voices of Spirit, Resistance, and Revival: Jennifer...

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2025/06/11

Voices of Spirit, Resistance, and Revival: Jennifer Johns and Rev. Dereca Blackmon on Unity, Media, and Movement-Building In this episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D speaks with singer-activist Jennifer Johns and Reverend Dereca Blackmon about the upcoming East Bay Freedom Revival, a four-day celebration blending Juneteenth, Pride, Winter Solstice, and cultural resistance. The conversation moves from media distortion of LA protests to deep spiritual reflections on collective healing, justice,

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In Conversation with Dr. Rupa Marya and Hard Knock...

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2025/06/10

Hard Knock Radio Summary: Davey D in Conversation with Dr. Rupa Marya On this episode of Hard Knock Radio, Davey D spoke with Dr. Rupa Marya—physician, musician, and author of Inflamed—about her recent firing from UCSF. Marya asserts that her termination was retaliation for her outspoken support of Palestinian rights and criticism of Israeli actions in Gaza. She frames the dismissal as part of a broader crackdown on dissent in academia, especially targeting women of color, under pressure from

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Hard Knock Radio – June 9, 2025

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2025/06/09

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Hard Knock Radio – June 9, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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