Podcasts about alphabet rockers

21 Guests and 27 episodes later, Agile Vocalist has hit its three year mark (which is kind of amazing for a podcast). Thank you to my season 3 guests:Cellista, Alphabet Rockers, Rob Jensen and Warren Trezevant, Sonic Runway creators, sound healer & instructor, Melissa Felsenstein, taiko artist Janet Koike, and carillonist, Simone Browne for their amazing sound and arts stories in season 3!Listen to this epsiode to learn how to get yourself listener gifts to unleash your inner vocalist (and upgrade your wellness). You'll also get a sneak peep about our upcoming guest!More about Agile Vocalist, including artist biographies, liner notes and additional visual material for every episode can be found on the Agile Vocalist web site. Subscribe to Sound Cocktails, the politely very intermittent and always refreshing, podcast newsletter here. Find Agile Vocalist on IG Visit the Community Page of the YouTube channel. Support Agile Vocalist, a privately funded labor of love dedicated to the arts by leaving a tip here.

We love playing all sorts of new kids' music on Radio Active Kids, & this week is no exception! New songs by Alphabet Rockers, Sugar Free Allstars, Rolie Polie Guacamole, May & Them Pups (Megan Piphus), Bigolates De Chocote, Sam Moran, Joe Reilly, Miss Katie Sings, Guaypes Club, Nature Out Loud, Shred Rogers, Dots and Lines, & Little Lips, PLUS older songs by Heather Feather, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, The Arkadian, & The Mighty Jarkobian and His Conglomerate of Sound!!!! Here's the playlist!

Aw yeah y'all, I'm stoked to interview Knuckleheadz: Father/Son Rap Group on this week's Radio Active Kids episode! They have a hilarious new album out called Lunchables for Breakfast! Also, new songs by Alphabet Rockers, Martin and Rose Music, Robbie Schaefer, Ingrid Hofer, Emily Who, Mr. Greg & Cass McCombs, Pez al revés ft. Dr. Sapo, Larrikin Puppets & Yeah Nah, Will Sings Songs, Cee Bee Teatime, Dots and Lines, Don't Splash Marty, Nicosaurus & MORE! Here's the playlist!

Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd share You Are Not Alone, a story reminding us that when we step up to support one another, we can make a world where everyone knows they belong. This is a rebroadcast of an episode that originally aired on February 14, 2023.

We've got a show chock full of extremely exciting new releases on Radio Active Kids! Tunes by the likes of Alphabet Rockers, Joanie Leeds & Suzanne Jamieson, Simone Ludwig, Rolie Polie Guacamole, DJ Willy Wow, Claudia Robin Gunn ft. No Parking Studio, Keith Munslow (also with Bill Harley), Animal Farm, Susan Salidor, CHIPS (w/ BENNY TIME & The Vegetable Plot), Guaypes Club, Louis and Dan and the Invisible Band, Stacy & Athena, Pointed Man Band, James Culleton, Sonorus, Young Folkies, Mr. Evan V & the Jumping Jams Band, #CoolWormClub, & Allioopsy, plus a release on vinyl by The Shazzbots!  Here's the playlist.

In 2007, Tommy Soulati Shepard and Kaitlin McGaw formed Alphabet Rockers to make music that makes change. This episode discusses how they met, the wide variety of their performing backgrounds and how they, 3 professional children artists and a host of other artist collaborators use hip hop to put a child's experience at the heart of its message. The Alphabet Rockers mission is to create music that disrupts racism, educates and fills children and adults with messages of hope and joy.  Tommy and Kaitlin talk about how a parent's role is so important in nurturing a child's growth and confidence. Their work encourages both children and adults to reflect on their own experiences, actions, non-actions and to ponder the role of silence.More about Agile Vocalist, including liner notes and additional visual material for every episode can be found on the Agile Vocalist web site. Sound Cocktails, the officially intermittent, very polite, but always refreshing, podcast newsletter is how you can hear about new episodes first. Subscribe to get sips stirred with a dash of audiophile wonder sent to your email. You can also find Agile Vocalist's creator on IG Get even more lively content on the Community Page of the YouTube channel.

In this episode, we get to know Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepard, the dynamic duo who lead the children's music collective Alphabet Rockers, and who just won a Grammy for their latest album The Movement. The collective was born out of their passion for Hip-Hop music and culture, social justice work, and letting the young people in their community be a driving force in the media made for them. The collective includes Kali De Jesus, Tommy Shepard III, and Maya Fleming, as well as other collaborators like DJ Roza Do and Samara Atkins. Kaitlin and Tommy talk about how the goals of the collective have been shaped, deciding early on that young people are sophisticated enough to enjoy authentic Hip-Hop and giving them opportunities to write songs from their perspective, as well as choosing not to compromise their focus on racial justice and bring up uncomfortable topics just because they make children's music. They also talk about what led up to their Grammy win, how the landscape in their field has been changing, and how the win has opened up new opportunities for them, and how they plan to make sure to keep those doors open for others. They talk about their working dynamic and the business model they have developed and how a policy of giving people a chance when it comes to input for the project has led to discovering new talent. Listen to the Grammy-winning album The Movement here: https://open.spotify.com/album/6OJMNs9bxCaxUc72OfzcO9 Check out Alphabet Rockers Website: https://www.alphabetrockers.com/ Learn more about their projects: https://www.alphabetrockers.com/links Listen to more Mentor My Mix episodes here: http://www.mentormymix.com

Welcome to The Nothing Shocking Podcast 2.0 reboot episode 161 with our guest Reno Peter, Producer/Mixer/Composer.  In this episode we discuss mixing a 2023 Grammy winning children's album - Alphabet Rockers - The Movement.  We also discuss working with Green Day on American Idiot, starting a mixing and mastering collective - Golden Gate Mixers, and more!     For more information visit:   https://smalltunemusic.com/   https://www.goldengatemixers.com/reto-peter   Hong Kong Sleepover: https://www.amazon.com/Butcher-Bolt-Explicit-Hong-Sleepover/dp/B07P5H6ZY2 or additional merchandise at https://thehongkongsleepover.bandcamp.com   Also don't forget to like our Facebook page which can be found right here: https://www.facebook.com/nothingshockingpodcast/ or follow us on twitter at  https://twitter.com/hashtag/noshockpod   Help support the podcast and record stores by shopping at Ragged Records. http://www.raggedrecords.org 

GRAMMY-Award-Winning Artists, Alphabet Rockers, join us in a heart-centering conversation about feeling alone. Along with friends Harlow, Alex, Miles, Maya, Jacob & Isabel we think a more about friendship and the vocabulary around sharing and noticing alone feelings. Many many thanks to Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd of Alphabet Rockers. On this episode you heard two of their songs - "You are Not Alone" which is a song AND NOW A BOOK! Their song "Get You a Friend" is on their new GRAMMY-Award-Winning Album, The Movement. On this show you heard their thoughts and their art and now you need to go hear more of their music and get their book and support their work at alphabetrockers.com.  For more or to be on the show, visit earsnacks.org. Thanks to Shopify for supporting Ear Snacks. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/earsnacks

Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd of Alphabet Rockers share YOU ARE NOT ALONE, a story reminding us that when we step up to support one another, we can make a world where everyone knows they belong.   BOOK DESCRIPTION: You Are Not Alone by Alphabet Rockers; illustrated by Ashley Evans. Page Length: 56 pages Ages 4 to 8 It can be scary to feel like you're all on your own, especially in the face of prejudice and injustice. But always remember: you are not alone! With uplifting text and colorful art, You Are Not Alone shows readers that when we step up to support one another, we can make a world where everyone knows they belong. Featuring a heartfelt message and stunning illustrations, this special story makes for a read-aloud that parents, caregivers, and children will want to return to again and again. NOTABLE QUOTES: (8:48) “It's really our job as your adult friends, in a way, to make sure that other adults and kids know that your story matters and you're actually like, ‘We believe you'.”  (11:57)  “ When you sing you actually can let go of some stuff. You can just be really in your soul for a minute. And even if you're feeling the sad parts or the mad parts, it's still you. You're you.” (12:29)  “Sometimes you sing out and dance out and people don't make you feel good, but that's about them. It's not about you.” (12:36) “The biggest time that I feel like  I wish I was being heard was when I'm, unfortunately, talking about something some type of injustice or some type of way that isn't okay.” (21:47) “Point to your neighbor and tell 'em, “I got your back” on both sides. I got your back. You know you shine.”   ADDITIONAL LINKS: Alphabet Rockers Website - alphabetrockers.com Purchase the Book - You Are Not Alone TALK ABOUT THE EPISODE: What are ways that you help your friends and classmates feel included? What are ways that others have included you in activities or games? Who is an adult that you trust? What is it about this adult (the language they use with you, their behavior, their overall approachability) that makes them someone who you feel like you can turn to? What are some things that make you feel good? Do they include games? Activities? Doing something with others? Doing something by yourself? Make a list of five things that make you feel good, then share your list with someone who also listened to this podcast episode. How are your lists similar? How are they different? What might be an activity that you could do together that would make you both feel good? Who is someone you could reach out to today to say, “I got your back”? What does it mean to have someone's back? What does it look like? CREDITS: This podcast episode of The Children's Book Podcast was written, edited, and produced by Matthew Winner. For a full transcript of this episode, visit matthewcwinner.com.  Write to me or send me a message at matthewmakespods@gmail.com.  Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (https://stebs.design/).  Our music is by Podington Bear.  Podcast hosting by Libsyn.  We are a proud member of Kids Listen, the best place to discover the best in kids podcasts. Learn more at kidslisten.org.   DISCLAIMER: Bookshop.org affiliate links provided for any book titles mentioned in the episode. Bookshop.org support independent bookstores and also shares a small percentage of any sales made through this podcast back to me, which helps to fund production of this show.

The news is finally in… Laura has feedback on her long-awaited US visa application! You'll have to listen to find out if this is the beginning of a new chapter or the end of her US journey – no spoilers!Also, best known as the face of Disney Junior's Choo-Choo Soul, Genevieve Goings joins LC fresh on the back of her first GRAMMY win as a songwriter on the Best Children's Album (The Movement by Alphabet Rockers) and tells of what living in LA means to her.You can find out more about Genevieve at www.genevievegoings.com or follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @genevievegoingsKeep an eye on my antics on Instagram at @lc_presents

The mission of law & disorder is to expose, agitate and build a new world where all of us can thrive. But how do we get there? How do we build a world many of us have only seen in our dreams? That's where we believe the artists come in. So, each week we feature an artist, holding down a weekly residency with us, helping us to imagine a different, more liberated world. This week's Resistance in Residence artist is a whole family of artists – we speak with Tommy Shepard, Lil Tommy, and Anna Maria Luera. Follow Anna Maria Luera on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anluera/ Follow Tommy Shepard on Twitter: https://twitter.com/teeshep Check out the Alphabet Rockers‘ website: https://www.alphabetrockers.com/ —- Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post Artist Resistance in Residence: Tommy Shepard, Lil Tommy, and Anna Maria Luera appeared first on KPFA.

San Francisco's bustling downtown hasn't roared back to its pre-pandemic level of activity, nor is it likely to. We hear about the bleak present and possible future of the city's downtown. Then, we get down with some socially conscious hip hop, for kids. And, a reading from a San Francisco poet Patrick James Dunagan.

Here's the playlist! I'm tired this week, so I'm doing something different on the show! This week, we'll play--in full!--two classic independent kids' albums that are long out of print & are absolutely amazing: Ride Through the Solar System by #MichaelStein & #BryanSmith (Michael is Jacob from The Pop Ups' dad!!!), and Magic Bike by Green Chili Jam Band! Both these albums hold up amazingly today, and I'm excited for folks to hear them! Also, songs by the 2021 children's album Recording Academy / GRAMMYs nominees: Alphabet Rockers, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band, Divinity Roxx, Justin Roberts, & Wendy & DB, plus wizard rock by The Swedish Shortsnouts, Solitary Snape, The 8th Horcrux & Luna (Not) Lovegood!

This is an exclusive interview with the Grammy-nominated hip-hop performance collective known as Alphabet Rockers. The interview was conducted on October 18 before their show at the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigislandmusicmagazine/message

Rainbow Parenting is BACK with a whole new season of episodes! We're kicking things off with a brand new episode featuring Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd, co-founders of the THREE-TIME GRAMMY NOMINATED Alphabet Rockers, an intergenerational hip hop group based in Oakland, CA.  In this episode, we're talking about... - Disrupting family music with hip hop! - Disrupting hip hop with queerness! - Why hip hop is an incredible tool to engage youth! - and more! Follow The Alphabet Rockers! - Alphabet Rockers Website: https://www.alphabetrockers.com/ - Alphabet Rockers on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1drbmqQDCYQ7pPtGYj5Y04 - Alphabet Rockers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alphabetrockers/ Find Us Online - Queer Kid Stuff Website: https://www.queerkidstuff.com  - Weekly Newsletter Signup: https://bit.ly/qksnewslettersignup - Patreon: patreon.com/queerkidstuff - Instagram: instagram.com/queerkidstuff - Twitter: twitter.com/queerkidstuff - Email: business@queerkidstuff.com Production - Host & Creator: Lindz Amer - Producer: Multitude - Editor: Mischa Stanton - Theme Music: Amanda D'Archangelis - Artwork: Abe Tensia About The Show Welcome to Rainbow Parenting, a queer- and gender-affirming parenting podcast. Every week, queer educator Lindz Amer starts conversations about the intimidating first steps on how to affirm queer, trans, and nonbinary kids. They talk to experts who explain how to approach age-relevant early childhood sex ed, queer kid lit, gender reveal parties, and much more. And this isn't just for parents; educators, caregivers, librarians, and anyone who knows, loves, and works with kids can start the process of raising a whole generation! Season One begins May 30th, with new episodes dropping every Monday. Produced in partnership with Multitude.

We return to the airwaves this week and interview Wendy & DB, who have a new #blues album out now! Also, new songs by Alphabet Rockers, Genevieve Goings, Ingrid Hofer, Captain Festus McBoyle, Stacey Peasley, Gro-Town, Mr Roberelli, Katie Dwyer Music, #AutumnBrooke/Muggle Snuggle/Dots and Lines/Bradley's Ukulele, Roast Beef & Pizza on a comp by Totally Knuts & Dream Quaffle, and #LouiePhipps! The playlist is here.

Open your eyes & ears for new music this week on Radio Active Kids! Kid Carpet has made this delightfully kooky promo jingle for us--and we can't wait for the show! New releases by Koo Koo Kanga Roo & DJ Hampster Dance, Laurie Berkner Band, Alphabet Rockers, Mista Cookie Jar & The Chocolate Chips, Music with Michal, Street Corner Symphony, Jeremy Redmore, Aro, Noodle Loaf, Pointed Man Band, Mr Roberelli & Levity Beet, Captain & Cat, Lyric Star Music (ft. EVT Kids!), & Achú, plus older songs by Jelly of the Month Club, Star Forest & more! The playlist is here.

Malik is on the stomp at the LA Times Festival of Books 2022, the largest book festival in the Northern Hemisphere! Readings from actor Max Greenfield and author Nikolas Smith! Interviews with authors Citlali Reyes, Mona Fakki, Quan Jamison, Sharifa Anozie and musical group the Alphabet Rockers! If you missed it, Malik will will make you feel like you were in attendance at USC for the 2022 LA Times Festival of Books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the premiere episode of Formative, seventh-grader Kevin interviews Kaitlin McGaw, a musician, civil rights activist, and co-founder of the hip-hop children’s music collective Alphabet Rockers, who just received their third Grammy nomination! Kevin and Kaitlin have a candid, joyful conversation about music, Harvard, justice, and the power of the human voice.

The band The Alphabet Rockers consists of lead members Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd, and a multi-racial group of children who are also involved in writing and performing.  They write about their real lived experiences and their desire to live in a world where everyone belongs. Kaitlin and Tommy are actually fellows at the Othering and Belonging Institute, run by Dr. jon powell, whose work I really respect and whom we interviewed in the https://www.yourparentingmojo.com/othering (episode on othering). They also do work in schools - in an hour-long program they work with a class to compose a song, which gives children the experience not just of songwriting, but of truly being heard and having their ideas respected. Kaitlin and Tommy have now written a children's book called https://www.alphabetrockers.com/books (You Are Not Alone), which we discussed in the episode - along with a host of other juicy topics related to parenting...and racism...and White supremacy...

We've got tons of new tunes this week on Radio Active Kids, and the incredible Andrew & Polly has created this utterly incredible jingle for us! Thank you SO MUCH, A&P!!!!! New tunes from Alphabet Rockers & Mista Cookie Jar, Kath Bee, Itty Bitty Beats, Mr. Elephant, DJ Willy Wow, Moe & Friends, Nutshell Playhouse, Minute Masters, #ThePocketJoys, Kristle Skennar, & #MarkedasHisEqual w/ #TheAzkabanWorkReleaseProgram! Since we have a much smaller backlog of new tunes now, we also have older tunes from caspar babypants, #Bandtastic (Mike Phirman & Drennon Davis), Jim Cosgrove & Jazzy Ash, Earthworm Ensemble, Camille Harris, Billy Jonas, The Oot n' Oots, Peelander-Z, salva_trasto, Dan Vapid, The Wise Channel on 1TribeCollective & more!!! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/WSFM/pl/15320213/Radio-Active-Kids

At the time that A Kids Book About Racism was published, there was no other book like this.  There was no other book written FOR kids talking directly about racism, let alone a book that was written by someone who looked like Misasha's mixed-race kids.  She still has that copy; they've read it as a family countless times, and the kids have read it themselves a ton since then.  Since then, she's added about ten more A Kids Book About books to her family library.  Today we have the true honor of talking with Jelani Memory, the founder of A Kids Co, who sits down with us to talk about something that's close to our hearts: talking to our kids.     How do we talk to them?  What do we talk to them about?  And what do kids REALLY want to talk about?     We dive into these questions, and so many more, on this episode, which is a must-listen for parents - or really, anyone who has an interest in how this generation of kids are going to show up in the world as adults.   What to listen for:  What prompted the move from a single A Kids Book About Racism to an entire company, A Kids Co, which aims to empower your kids to be their best selves  How the publishing industry received this brand new, intentional, diverse book publishing model Jelani's tips for how parents can have uncomfortable conversations with their children about race, and more The positive impact open conversations have - and the effect shutting them down can have - on the long-term parent-child relationship    About Jelani:   Jelani Memory is a constantly curious writer, entrepreneur, and storyteller. He lives in his hometown of Portland, OR, with his wife and six kids.  Related Links:    A Kids Co – buy one or an entire series of books for your kids and you to open up conversation!   You Are Not Alone – the new children's book from the Alphabet Rockers   

This week, Your Favorite Librarian shares her world with readers. Follow along for some thrilling updates about Your Librarian, insightful nuggets of wisdom about Librarianship, and great Black Literature suggestions. Your Favorite Librarian shares her world and what fuels her motivation, and evolution. Among the new changes, some things remain the same… ways of recharging, dancing, and specific genres of interest. This week's reading suggestion is  “You Are Not Alone” by Grammy nominated artist Alphabet Rockers, and illustrated by Ashley Evans.Remember friends, you are not alone… There is a book out there for you. Continue reading! For more information on this week's episode, check out favoritelibrarian.com.Support the show (https://paypal.me/forrestnogump)

I thought it'd never happen, but we've finally gotten close to catching up with new music on Radio Active Kids! We'll still have lots of new music every week, but we've got a bunch of older songs on this week's show as well! New tunes by Tim Kubart, Bears and Lions, Ingrid Hofer, Ginalina Music, Key Wilde & Mr Clarke, KwikSpell, El mundo de Bungo and #TheMudbloods, plus older tunes by (in alphabetical order): Alphabet Rockers, #BabetheBlueOx, Bee Parks and the Hornets, Christylez Bacon & Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer, Hopalong Andrew, Mariana Iranzi, The Jimmies, Sara Lovell Music, Lunch Money, Elena Moon Park & Friends, The Royal Order of Chords and Keys (R.O.C.K.), Secret Agent 23 Skidoo ft. The Gift of Gab, Sonshine and Broccoli, &#SpringBees. Playlist: https://spinitron.com/WSFM/pl/15204881/Radio-Active-Kids

New music is SWEET this week on Radio Active Kids! We've got new songs from 1TribeCollective (by Alphabet Rockers, Aaron Nigel Smith, Uncle Jumbo, Rissi Palmer, DJ Willy Wow, Melanie DeMore: Vocal Activist, & Shine & the Moonbeams), Joanie Leeds, Twinkle Time, Teddy Eddy by Ingrid Hofer & Dirk Scheele, Ralph's World, Sonia De Los Santos, Kymberly Stewart Music, Steve Pullara and His Cool Beans Band, EVT Kids, The Pretty Crazies, #StuartStotts, The Cuddly Koalas ft. Itty Bitty Beats, Jenn Hartmann Luck, The SOKS, The Weirdos Are Out, Angelfish Kids, & #Boogles! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/WSFM/pl/13742582/Radio-Active-Kids

Exciting news! We have our first IN-STUDIO PERFORMANCE in more than a year and a half this week on Radio Active Kids! Key of Key Wilde & Mr Clarke will stop by to chat about his weekly song project with WFMU & play some tunes! Also, new music by The Beanies, uncle dox, Dame Drummer & Tommy from Alphabet Rockers, Aro, Ms. Niki's Music Class, Mr. T & Friends Music, KIZZRock, MC Kreacher, A Horse A Spoon A Bucket, Watch Reggie Run, & #Nanzemort, plus a couple requests for Laurie Berkner Band! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/WSFM/pl/13644822/Radio-Active-Kids

The 33rd episode of the "Music For The New Revolution" podcast, guest hosted & produced by Valerie Kelner (our intern from Oberlin College), features music and discussion related to the LGBTQ+ issues. Musical artists include Tony Enos, Matt Fishel, Mike Roberts aka FonzaRelli, Ryan Cassata, Ants on a Log, The Alphabet Rockers, Vivek Shraya, Shea Diamond, Rae Spoon, and Rina Sawayama, plus spoken introductions from most of these artists. Songs include: 1. Tony Enos: Two Spirit 2. Matt Fishel: Radio-Friendly Pop Song 3. Mike Roberts aka FonzaRelli: Aromantic 4. Ryan Cassata: Daughter 5. Ryan Cassata: Gender Binary (Fuck You) 6. Ants on a Log: They're My Best Friend 7. The Alphabet Rockers: We Royal 8. Vivek Shraya: Weakness 9. Shea Diamond: I Am America 10. Rae Spoon: Do What The Heck You Want 11. Rina Sawayama: Chosen Family

This time on The Children's Hour we visit with the inspiring and talented children's musician, author, motivational speaker and change-maker SaulPaul, a musician with a message.  The Kids Crew learn about his triumph over adversity, and challenge him to compose a freestyle rap while on the air with us! Then Kids Crew member Evan Daitz reviews the book A Whale of the Wild by Roseanne Parry. We've got an hour of excellent music in a show that will inspire you to Be The Change! Are you ready to Be The Change? https://saulpaul.com/be-the-change-challenge-now/ Learn more about SaulPaul by listening to his Ted Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5e2r5PYlFI In 2014 SaulPaul performed and spoke at Google: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeY0dgSF9l8 Being The Change Playlist titleartistalbumdurationlabel Vibes (feat. Alphabet Rockers & Denzil Findley)SaulPaulBe the Change03:14 2020 ReRoute Music Group Rise RemixSaulPaulAll Star Anthems02:47 2018 ReRoute Music Group The Hamilton Polka'Weird Al' YankovicThe Hamilton Polka - Single04:56 2018 Hamilton Uptown Limited Liability Company under exclusive license to Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States. Stardust (feat. Mo Phillips)SaulPaulBe the Change02:29 2020 ReRoute Music Group Rise (Violin Remix)SaulPaulBe the Change00:55 2020 ReRoute Music Group I Can Only Be MeSaulPaulTower to Tower 203:48 2016 ReRoute Music Group MamaSaulPaulMama - Single03:34 2014 ReRoute Music Group Hands in the SkySaulPaulHold Tight, Shine Bright02:14 2018 Rainy Day Dimes/Ampersand & Ampersand Happy WeekendBim Skala BimUniversal0:51 1997 Bimska Music Home (feat. 123 Andres)SaulPaulAll Star Anthems02:41 2018 ReRoute Music Group ChooseSaulPaulAll Star Anthems02:34 2018 ReRoute Music Group Endless Forms Most BeautifulSiddhartha CorsusMystic Gate: Songs for the Hidden Peak01:37 2019 1076171 Records DK Olly OrcaWendy and DBHomeearth03:02 2017 Planet Wendy Publishing Encourage Me (Remix)SaulPaulWe Dream in 3D02:45 2017 ReRoute Music Group

We've got SO MUCH new Christmas music on Radio Active Kids that I wasn't able to fit it into three shows! So, we'll play even more new Xmas tunes this week from Tim Kubart, Mr. Aaron, Johnny and the Raindrops, The Mik Maks, Rainbow Rosalind, The Wise Channel, & Andrew Jed--plus non-Xmas new tunes from Fyütch ft. Pierce Freelon, La Granja del Tío Bob, Frances England, Turtle Dance Music, LLC, Meu quintal, Erica Rabner Music (ft. Alphabet Rockers!), Andrea Green Music, Ants Ants Ants, Narwhals and Waterfalls, Neville's Diary, Nutshell Playhouse & probably more! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/WSFM/pl/12288433/Radio-Active-Kids

We're getting inspired by the two time Grammy nominated Alphabet Rockers founders, Kaitlyn McGaw and Tommy Shepherd. Plus we hear from the kids in the Extinction Diaries about how sharks are used in cosmetics and other products. This show has excellent music, and will inspire kids of all ages to become change makers. Alphabet Rockers make music that makes change. Known as the preeminent children's hip hop artists to focus on social change and racial justice, they are consciousness in motion. They spark an intergenerational conversation about the world through music and dance. Partnering with thought leaders on anti-bias and child development, they create empowered, engaging concerts and activities for young children, families, and educators. The Alphabet Rockers have developed an anti-racism mini-training for kids, families and teachers called We Got Work To Do.  Learn about bias, oppression, and where kids have power to stand up to hate, and make change. Get Inspired Playlist titleartistalbumlabelduration The Zoom SongThe Tallest Kid in the RoomThe Zoom Song - Single2020 The Tallest Kid In The Room03:09 Vibes (feat. Alphabet Rockers & Denzil Findley)SaulPaulBe the Change2020 ReRoute Music Group03:14 My LightAlphabet RockersRise Shine #Woke2017 School Time Music LLC02:07 Say Word (Instrumental)Secret Agent 23 SkidooInfinity Plus One2016 Underground Playground01:10 Black Gxrl Magic (feat. Samara Atkins, MADlines, Lillian Ellis, Maya Fleming, RyanNicole & Honey Mahogany)Alphabet RockersThe Love2019 School Time Music LLC03:27 ShineAlphabet RockersRise Shine #Woke2017 School Time Music LLC03:22 Invocation of the DukeDaKah Hip Hop OrchestraUnfinished Symphony2002 Stravingus Records01:11 Just Be (feat. Mahawam & Billy Dean Thomas)Alphabet RockersThe Love2019 School Time Music LLC02:47 Fascinating SharksBirdsong and the Eco-wondersIf I Were a Fish (And Other Ocean Songs for Kids)2011 Little Ones Music02:51 Something Inside (feat. Aneesa Folds & Namarah McCall)Little Green Monster ProjectSomething Inside (feat. Aneesa Folds & Namarah McCall) - Single2020 Well Beings Studio02:15 Kind WordsClaudia Robin GunnKind Words - Single2020 Claudia Robin Gunn04:03 Don't Be Mean, Be NiceThe Cool ChipsThe Cool Chips - EP2020 CN Records03:58

Sights and Sounds is your weekly guide the Bay Area arts scene through the eyes and ears of local artists. During the pandemic, we're offering suggestions for ways to experience art and culture from home and at social distance spaces. This week, host Jenee Darden speaks with jazz and R&B vocalist Valerie Troutt . Samara Atkins' 30-min Dance Party Samara is a Bay Area dancer, artivist and teacher who specializes in hip hop. She’s choreographed for several local acts including The Alphabet Rockers and Mix’d Ingredients. Get your body moving to rap, rock and other sounds when she leads a 30-min dance party on Instagram Live. House/Full of Black Women This ritual-performance project addresses the issues of displacement and sex trafficking of Black women and girls in Oakland. Their performances usually happen in public spaces around Oakland, but they've moved online. Visit their website to see their striking images and videos. Pianist Tammy L. Hall Online Concerts Tammy L. Hall must be

It’s been a while, but as we said in our last episode -- we’re still here. We miss you all. As parents and people in this world, we are thinking a lot about the Black Lives Matter movement and racial injustice. As makers of some of the sounds and ideas that go into your kids’ ears, we feel a special connection to your family and a responsibility to address this topic -- anti-racism --  thoughtfully with you and your children on Ear Snacks. Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd of Alphabet Rockers generously offered to have a conversation with us about anti-racism, anti-racist parenting, making progressive media for kids and their ongoing Grammy-nominated musical work about identity, race, gender and so much more including their anti-racism course for families: We Got Work to Do. We hope this episode designed for parents (though not inappropriate for kids, we'll release a separate episode intended for young listeners) can help open or enhance conversations that you're having to further the dismantling of racism in our homes, our media, and our communities. There's lots of work to do, and it isn't easy -- but you are not alone. We plan to follow this conversation up with episodes design for children - and we would love your involvement! If you or your children participated in a Black Lives Matter protest, conversation about race, or other form of activism this summer, we would love to have you on the show.  Please let us know if your family would like to get involved with these kinds of episodes and we’ll reach out to you as soon as we can. Know someone doing work in this area who we should talk to? Please introduce us! We believe the most impactful way we (Andrew Barkan and Polly Hall, the humans) can affect change is to empower children to think deeply, in an age-appropriate way, about what is happening in society at this moment. We are thankful to connect with parents like you - parents who are raising thoughtful, open, and brave kids. We can be the change we want to see in this world.

Episode 22 explores social justice music for kids, including music and testimonials from Alastair Moock, Uncle Devin (Walker), Wendy & DB, Baba Bomani, Aaron Nigel Smith, Two of a Kind, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, Joanie Leeds, Ants On A Log, Alphabet Rockers, Marla Lewis, Sharon Katz & Peace Train, and Lea Morris. All of these musicians are involved in the 2020 Children's Music Network Virtual Conference happening Oct. 2-11 via Zoom. Info: http://childrensmusic.org/conference/schedule Playlist: 1. Alastair Moock: Be A Pain 2. Uncle Devin (Walker): See Yourself in the Picture 3. Wendy & DB: People are People 4. Baba Bomani: Fit to be a Slave 5. Aaron Nigel Smith: March Together (demo) 6. Two of a Kind: That's Not Fair 7. Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer: I Belong to a Family 8. Joanie Leeds: RBG 9. Ants On A Log: Air and Space (Radio Edit) 10. Alphabet Rockers: Someday 11. Marla Lewis: Leap of Faith 12. Sharon Katz & Peace Train: The Time is Right 13. Lea (Morris): A Dedication

On this episode of The Children's Hour, we learn all about the Post Office from the American Postal Workers Union Local 380 President, Ken Fajardo. Mr. Fajardo has worked at the United States Postal Service for over 30 years, and explains what happens when a letter goes through the mail. He also talks about the current controversies surrounding the USPS today. Plus, we meet The Children's Hour's new puzzlemaker, Riya Joshi who challenges the Kids Crew to a puzzle on the air. Also, the kids in the Extinction Diaries explain how landscaping is expediting extinctions. The article describing a Federal Judge's ruling on the USPS's slowing down of mail can be found here. Find Riya Joshi's Wordy What website by clicking here and click here for her Detective Wordy Chicago Edition. Mixed with great music by the Alphabet Rockers, Dean Jones, Steve Pullara, Peggy Seeger, Drs. Bop n Pop, Laurie Berkner, Red Yarn and more. We stream KUNM's broadcast every Saturday at 9am mountain time, or you can tune in at any of our more than 82 stations worldwide. The Children's Hour is supported by the Cultural Services Department and the Urban Enhancement Trust Fund at the City of Albuquerque. This project is supported in part by an award from New Mexico Arts, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs, and by the National Endowment for the Arts. We also have support from Electric Playhouse and numerous foundations also support our work including the Infinite Gesture Fund, The Limestone Fund, and The Laughing Buddha Fund. Thank you to our listeners who contribute to us through the Paypal Giving Fund, Paypal, and by subscribing to our podcasts on Patreon. durationtitleartistalbumlabel 02:58One Foot / Lead with Love (feat. Crys Matthews)Alastair MoockBe a Pain - An Album for Young (And Old) Leaders2020 Alastair Moock 04:21Happy FeelsSuzanne JamiesonBounce2020 Pop Up City Records 02:34Agua y JabonEVT KidsAgua y Jabon - Single2020 668948 Records DK 02:38BubblePierce FreelonD.A.D2020 Blackspace 02:19Wash Your HandsMike SolowayHungry for Manners - Songs of Kindness, Politeness and Love2005 Pug Records 02:58Mask Around MeDrs. Bop 'N PopMask Around Me - Single2020 1310122 Records DK 03:34HandsAaron Nigel Smith & One World ChorusWelcome to the Village!2012 Aya World Productions 01:35Problem SolversLindsay MunroeI Am Kind2020 Troubadour Music Inc., Under exclusive license to Craft Recordings, a division of Concord. 01:30Homeward JourneySatish VyasShaswat2001 Times Music 03:10I've Got the World (For You)Justin RobertsWild Life2020 Justin Roberts

1st set They Might Be Giants - It’s Spare the Rock ID They Might Be Giants - Particle Man (live at Nola Studio) Interview with Shine Shine & the Moonbeams - High Five Pierce Freelon - Make New Friends (feat. Carlitta Durand) (new) ID SaulPaul - Vibes (feat. Alphabet Rockers & Denzil Findley) (new) [WJFF/KCMJ - Django Jones - Long Time Sun [KUTX - Asylum Street Spankers - Don’t Turn Out [WFNU - Justin Roberts - Way Out 2nd set Mister G - Seeds of Shalom (new) ID TMBG - Don’t Spare the Rock! ID The Morning Announcements - Proactive Man (new) Kym Stewart - I Am a Robot (new) ID 3rd set Turn Turn Turn - Mid-sized Deck Concert ID They Might Be Giants - John Lee Supertaster They Might Be Giants - Spare the Rock

This week on Radio Active Kids, I'm so excited to interview Julie from Ants on a Log, who has just put together an amazing compilation called #TransandNonbinaryKidsMix! We'll also play the full comp, which features Alphabet Rockers, Totally Knuts, Ryan Cassata, VIVEK SHRAYA, Evan Greer & Friends ft. Taina Asili, Beppie, Chana Rothman Music/Rainbow Train, Alastair Moock Music ft. Heather Mae, besteadwell, The Okee Dokee Brothers, Queer Kid Stuff, Two of a Kind, Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer, StormMiguel Florez, Emily Joy Goldberg- Music & more!! Also, new tunes from Itty Bitty Beats, We Like Peter Alsop, Keith Munslow - Musician/Storyteller, Amanda Grace, Mac's Patch, fleaBITE, #TheRotfangConspiracy & Loutky v nemocnici!!! Here's the playlist: https://spinitron.com/WSFM/pl/11528075/Radio-Active-Kids Be sure to listen to the show again on Radio Pirinola in Chile, on Radio Küken in Germany, and on Radio Küken Schweiz in Switzerland!

This week on Radio Active Kids, we have lots of new music from Brave 123 Andrés ft. Jazzy Ash & Aaron Nigel Smith, POCO DROM, Rolie Polie Guacamole & Dog on Fleas, Roger Day, Doctor Noize, BomBarďák, The Morning Announcements, AndyRoo & the AndyRooniverse, Johnette Downing, The Tallest Kid In The Room, The Corner Us, #BuckbeatsFlight, Music in Action - Real Music For Real Kids-, #ElderWand, & Liederkoffer, plus the new #TransandNonbinaryKidsMix from Ants on a Log, ft. Alphabet Rockers, Beppie, Chana Rothman Music/Rainbow Train, Emily Joy Goldberg- Music!!!

On this week’s episode: Elizabeth, Jamilah, and Rebecca are joined by Trina Greene Brown, the founder of Parenting for Liberation, to answer questions about race and police violence. The first question is from a parent puzzling over an appropriate age to introduce her kid to privilege and institutionalized racism. The second question is from a mom whose young son enjoys interacting with the police. Is there a good way to explain police violence to a toddler?  We have a very special Slate Plus segment this week. Jamilah is joined by Dr. Kira Banks to answer a listener question about colorism and complexion bias. Slate Plus members get a bonus segment on MADAF each week, and no ads. Sign up now to listen and support our work. Recommendations: Rebecca recommends laughing at really, really bad TV shows like Strange Evidence, Catfish, and Ancient Aliens.  Elizabeth recommends two podcasts. For kids: So Get Me podcast by the Alphabet Rockers. For adults: The Black History Bootcamp by GirlTrek. Jamilah recommends the McBride Sisters Wine. Other Recommendations and Resources:  Parenting for Liberation Parenting for Liberation podcast Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children Raising Equity Raising Equity YouTube channel Raising Equity podcast Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? by Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum The Color Complex: The Politics of Skin Color in a New Millennium by Kathy Russell, Midge Wilson and Ronald Hall. A History of Policing, an online class by Freedom Lifted for young people.  The “American Police” episode of NPR’s Throughline podcast.  Rebecca Lavoie’s instagram post of Henry’s protest sign.  Join us on Facebook and email us at momanddad@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today’s show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes.    Podcast produced by Rosemary Belson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode: Elizabeth, Jamilah, and Rebecca are joined by Trina Greene Brown, the founder of Parenting for Liberation, to answer questions about race and police violence. The first question is from a parent puzzling over an appropriate age to introduce her kid to privilege and institutionalized racism. The second question is from a mom whose young son enjoys interacting with the police. Is there a good way to explain police violence to a toddler?  We have a very special Slate Plus segment this week. Jamilah is joined by Dr. Kira Banks to answer a listener question about colorism and complexion bias. Slate Plus members get a bonus segment on MADAF each week, and no ads. Sign up now to listen and support our work. Recommendations: Rebecca recommends laughing at really, really bad TV shows like Strange Evidence, Catfish, and Ancient Aliens.  Elizabeth recommends two podcasts. For kids: So Get Me podcast by the Alphabet Rockers. For adults: The Black History Bootcamp by GirlTrek. Jamilah recommends the McBride Sisters Wine. Other Recommendations and Resources:  Parenting for Liberation Parenting for Liberation podcast Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children Raising Equity Raising Equity YouTube channel Raising Equity podcast Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? by Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum The Color Complex: The Politics of Skin Color in a New Millennium by Kathy Russell, Midge Wilson and Ronald Hall. A History of Policing, an online class by Freedom Lifted for young people.  The “American Police” episode of NPR’s Throughline podcast.  Rebecca Lavoie’s instagram post of Henry’s protest sign.  Join us on Facebook and email us at momanddad@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today’s show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes.    Podcast produced by Rosemary Belson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

United in Song: Alphabet Rockers

Kaitlin, Tommy, and an incredible team of young artist/activists invite us to a live session in New York City to relate how the Alphabet Rockers make music to make change, as is crystal clear in their second Grammy-nominated album “The Love” Thanks to Kaitlin McGaw, Tommy Soulati Shepherd, Kali de Jesus,Lillian Ellis, Maya Fleming, Tommy T3Po Shepherd, and Malik a.k.a. Mahawam for joining us and sharing their music and ideas with your family. If you’re in the LA area for Grammy weekend, check out their free showcase concert (reservations recommended) at 2p on Saturday, January 25th.  You can find more about the music of Alphabet Rockers, their podcast So Get Me, their art movement The Butterfly Effect, and more at alphabetrockers.com - share music, support musicians! Quick disclaimer: Alphabet Rockers’ music addresses issues of identity, world news, and politics — the conversation and music you’re about to hear will include those topics.

#YearRoundBreakdown!!! And we have my top 10 favorite albums, featuring (in alphabetical order): Alphabet Rockers, Ants on a Log, Bee Parks and the Hornets, #MikeDebenham, Formidable Vegetable, Harry and the Potters, Lori Henriques, Fans of Randy Kaplan (FORKs), PlaySoundz, & Jon Samson/ CoCreative Music! Also, music from Laurie Berkner Band, The Bug Family Band, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band, Don't Splash Marty, FATHER GOOSE, The Gum Drops, Hey Buster, #JandtheAParkers, ,Meu quintal, Music with Michal ft. Itty Bitty Beats, Nathalia, Pointed Man Band, Renee & Friends, Megan Schoenbohm, ScribbleMonster, #Sonorus (AKA Gyantess), Te Kotare Project, & #MarkWiersma! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/wsfm/pl/10130053/Radio-Active-Kids Be sure to listen to us again every Monday on Earth Kids Radio, every Friday & Sunday on Radio Pirinola, every Monday on Radio Küken, and every Saturday on Radio Küken Schweiz!

Can you believe that we're not done with the Radio Active Kids #YearRoundBreakdown yet‽ NOT EVEN CLOSE. This week, we've got (in alphabetical order) Alphabet Rockers, caspar babypants, Baze & His Silly Friends, Andrew Best Music, Mike Bryden Songs & Stories, Alina Celeste, Circus Bella, Draco and the Malfoys on a comp from The Wrock Snob, Flitwick and the Charmers, Jack Forman, Formidable Vegetable, Lori Henriques, I CAN SOUTH SUDAN, Kid Pan Alley, La La Land, Levity Beet, The Microphone Doctors, Diana Panton, Fred Penner, PlaySoundz, SaulPaul, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Ultrasonic kids, Danny Weinkauf - Red Pants Band, Yo Soy Ratón - Llamada a la revolución infantil, & THE ZAMBONIS! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/wsfm/pl/10090040/Radio-Active-Kids Be sure to listen to us again every Friday & Sunday on Radio Pirinola, every Monday on Radio Küken, and every Saturday on Radio Küken Schweiz!

This episode we talk to Tommy Soulati Shepherd from the Grammy nominated group Alphabet Rockers. In the episode we discuss the importance of teaching our kids about differences and diversity. All of this and our favorite segment "Things We Can't Wait to See Through Our Children's Eyes?" You can find Tommy and the Alphabet Rockers at the following www.alphabetrockers.com Twitter https://twitter.com/alphabetrockers Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alphabetrockers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alphabetrockers/ Look for us at the following website www.thedadexperiencepodcast.com Instagram TheDadExperience Twitter @dadexppodcast Facebook The Dad Experience Email experienceanddad@gmail.com Leave us a voice mail on our number 802-377-DADS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Podcast of Uncle Devin's Talk Show on WOL 1450 AM/95.9 FM from the Radio One Studios in Silver Spring, MD.  The show airs every Monday from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST. Listen live at https://woldcnews.com/ and call in at #1-800-450-7876. Or stream live on the Simple Radio App for iOS and Android! For more information, go to www.TheUncleDevinShow.com.  Follow Uncle Devin on twitter at @UncleDevin.  Watch the show live on Facebook Live every Monday at noon at https://www.facebook.com/uncledevinshow/

5th grader Natty Buff and his best pal, 7th grader Lily Wallace, talk to us about going back to school, video games, being amazing allies to LGBTQ+ folks and the horrors of math—all to an amazing soundtrack by the brilliant Grammy-nominated band Alphabet Rockers—who join us via phone from Oakland, California! Featuring Queerstory Lessons with Lana Wachowski.

Y'all, I am SO EXCITED to interview the Alphabet Rockers this week on Radio Active Kids. Their new album #TheLove is, simply put, essential listening for everyone who cares about kids and kids' music. Also, we have a new #ComixTalk with Pack Memorial Library's Raj & new tunes from Danny Weinkauf - Red Pants Band, Yo Soy Ratón - Llamada a la revolución infantil, #FlitwickandtheCharmers, Leo Fontecilla - canciones para niños y adultos niños, #JandtheAParkers & more!!!! Here's the playlist. https://spinitron.com/wsfm/pl/9354350/Radio-Active-Kids Be sure to listen to us again every Friday & Sunday on Radio Pirinola!

Young activists share their idea about making butterflies to symbolize the 15,000 children in detention centers in the US. What does it mean to be an activist? Kaia and Lily will tell you in this episode. Find out what inspired them and hear their interview with CultureStrike artist/activist Kat Evasco. Learn how your family can be involved in The Butterfly Effect: Migration is Beautiful movement at www.butterflyeffectmigration.org This episode features the song, “Until You’re Free” from the new Alphabet Rockers’ album, The Love.

Creating an atmosphere that celebrates and encourages individuals no matter their race, gender, sexual orientation, or political views is the vision we are all collectively striving to achieve. The Alphabet Rockers have taken the initiative to expand that vision and bring social and racial awareness to classrooms.  Today’s interview with band member, Kaitlin McGaw, unpacks the importance of implementing a diverse perspective at a young age and how to facilitate that as a parent and administrator. Misasha, Sara, and Kaitlin dive into what it really means to be representative of diversity and a multicultural narrative. Join us for this reflective episode to learn more about taking a stance to break cycles of oppression.  Show Highlights:  Bringing an equity lens to race in schools and bringing awareness to students  The importance of exposure and having conversations with multiethnic individuals  What influenced and inspired Kaitlin to make music that celebrates social justice  Why it’s vital to talk to children about race from an early age  The power of administrative influence and how the atmosphere reflects on students  Allowing space for compassion despite political views  Empowering children to stand up for their emotions and what they believe in  Teaching children how to be change-makers and encouraging empathy  Talking to wealthy, white communities about racism and creating a model for vulnerability  Why it’s necessary to have in-person conversations about difficult topics  How to gauge when to combat micro-aggressions and when to let them go  The Alphabet Rockers podcast and behind the scenes of their upcoming album    Links:  https://www.dearwhitewomen.com Email: Hello@dearwhitewomen.com Instagram: @Dearwhitewomenpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dearwhitewomenpodcast/ Twitter: @Dwwpodcast   Connect with Kaitlin:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-get-me-alphabet-rockers-podcast-for-families-making/id1465530776 https://alphabetrockers.com Instagram: alphabetrockers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alphabetrockers/

A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists. It is AACRE Thursdays which means we are featuring an organization from Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) – a network of 11 Asian American activists groups fighting for social justice and equality. Tonight we focus on the Visibility Project. Visibility Project (VP) seeks to strategically influence the digital landscape of information about the Queer APA women and transgender community, while being protectively open source. VP documents the personal experiences of the Queer Asian Pacific American women and transgender community by interweaving visual art, personal narratives, and social justice onto an accessible online platform. Tonight's host Tracy Nguyen talks with Visibility Project's founding Executive Director Mia Nakano, and two key advisors, Dr. Alice Y. Hom, the Director of Equity & Social Justice at Northern California Grantmakers and Host of Historically Queer podcast and Devi Peacock, the Executive + Artistic Director of Peacock Rebellion.   Community Calendar FRI, August 9, 6:30pm-8pm – Yogendra Yadav: the politics of hope and alternatives in India  SAT, August 17, – 6pm-10pm at CounterPulse: Parivar, a new group for trans and gender non-conforming people of the South Asian diaspora, is hosting Parivar ki Azaadi, a night of performances celebrating queer trans South Asian independence SAT, September 8th, The Alphabet Rockers and Our Family Coalition are going to be performing at Oakland Pride. TUES, September 12, 4-6pm – Northern California Grantmakers, Borealis Philanthropy, and Haas Institute for a Fair and Inclusive Society will host “Belonging in Practice, How to be Antiracist” a book talk with Ibram X. Kendi. Afterwards, Alice Y. Hom will be moderating a conversation with Ibram X. Kendi, john a. Powell, and Lateefah Simon.  The post APEX Express – August 8, 2019 – AACRE highlights Visibility Project appeared first on KPFA.

In this episode, young rockstar Kali interviews Michaella, an 11-year-old transgender girl who has the support of both her parents. Michaella's advice is never to be afraid to be who you are! We hear from author Innosanto Nagara, author of A is for Activist about his new book and honor mixed heritage with Alphabet Rockers fans Kiante, Ajani, Kamalei and their parents. Episode 4 features the GRAMMY-nominated song, I'M A STAR!

This week on Radio Active Kids, we have two unusual and exciting things! ONE: The Alphabet Rockers not only have a brand-new album, #TheLove, they also have a new podcast! We'll broadcast samples from both... TWO: We'll play the groundbreaking new experimental album, #ChildsPlay by Headlights! Can't wait, y'all. Also, new tunes from The Amoeba People, David Gibb, Hawthorn & Holly w/ Ashley Hamel, Al deCant Family Entertainment, Herr Jan & Funny Little Fella! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/wsfm/pl/9141206/Radio-Active-Kids Be sure to listen to us again every Friday & Sunday on Radio Pirinola!

In this episode, 10-year-old Rocker Lily shares what it means to be lead singer on the GRAMMY-nominated song, "I'm Proud." Listen to her interview NY Times Best-Selling Author, Kate Schatz about her book, Rad Girls Can and hear from kids in the community about what makes them feel proud. What are you and your family proud of?

In this episode, our history is everyday! Join hosts Samara and Tommy as they lift up the voices of our young Rockers and celebrate black pride. Listen to our GRAMMY-nominated song, SHINE and meet the father & son who sing it live. Guest star, Lil' Tommy throws shine, not shade while 10-year-olds Lily and Maya share their black girl magic. We read a letter from our fan, Esme who writes how their family is inspired to make a more just world. How do you shine in your beautiful skin?

Tune in and go backstage with the Rockers! Your family gets to sing along to our GRAMMY-nominated song, Walls. And don’t miss our host, Samara calling up DJ Wonway Posibul to learn why this song matters. She cheers him on while he freestyles about freedom and fruit salad. 10-year-old Kaia is our Guest Star, though. Learn how she led a protest for kids to stand up for other kids. Who will you stand up for?

Calling all rockstars...SO GET ME is the Alphabet Rockers’ podcast for families making change! Hear the hip hop you love and meet kids making our world better everyday. You know I got you, SO GET ME.COMING JUNE 15 WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS!

This week on Radio Active Kids, we have a special in-studio visit from Steve Wyse Music--it's gonna be so awesome! His kids' album is called #KidsRootsRocknRoll & it's pretty darn great! Also, Pack Memorial Library's Raj has a new #ComixTalk! And furthermore, there's new music from Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Alphabet Rockers, KB Whirly, The Happy Racers, Splash'N Boots and #MikeDebenham, plus awesome older stuff from Thunder and Sunshine, Rory McLeod and #DaveWinstone! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/radio/playlist.php?station=wsfm&playlist=50768#here

How does a state's Legislature work? New Mexico State Representative Elizabeth Thomson, and the Wild Friends of New Mexico help us understand the process of making an idea into a law using the legislative process. Kids in Wild Friends have teamed up with Rep. Thomson this year to try to protect New Mexico pollinators. Learn how kids can be a part of their effort and how to participate in the State of New Mexico Legislative Session.  Some of the Wild Friends of New Mexico With music by the Alphabet Rockers, MC Yogi, Earthworm Ensemble, Robby Bee & The Boyz From The Rez, and Rock 'n' Rainbow.

On Part 5 of the Radio Active Kids #YearRoundBreakdown, we've got a special treat for y'all: my 2018 top 10 singles, featuring (in alphabetical order): 123 Andrés & Sugar Free Allstars, Baron Von Rumblebuss, The Deedle Deedle Dees, Fancy Pants Kids Pop & Mista Cookie Jar, Here Comes Trouble, Human-Tim + Robot-Tim, Fans of Randy Kaplan (FORKs), Rocknoceros, Uncle Dox & Baby in Tune! Also, tunes from Alphabet Rockers, Jeanie B! and The Jelly Beans, Belly, Andrew Best Music, The Binkees, Candy Corn For Breakfast, Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove, Jason Didner and the Jungle Gym Jam, Frances England, #ForKidsByKids, Don Garfinkel, Kathryn the Grape, Levity Beet, Little Rockers, Elizabeth Mitchell and You Are My Flower + Suni Paz, The Stacey Peasley Band, Recess Monkey, SEÑOR FANCYPANTS & Cy Winstanley!! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/radio/playlist.php?station=wsfm&sv=l&playlist=49470#here

Kaitlin McGaw and Tommy Shepherd of the Alphabet Rockers were my guests on The Uncle Devin Show on Radio One's WOL 1450 AM/95.9 FM in Washington, DC.  They spark an intergenerational conversation about the world through hip hop music and dance. Partnering with anti-bias thought leaders and expert artists, this GRAMMY-nominated music group is the soundtrack for social justice. They discuss how they produce concerts, music and media to engage young changemakers and their adult allies. As they say, "It’s time to be WOKE!"  http://alphabetrockers.com/

This is a black arts and culture site. We will be exploring the African Diaspora via the writing, performance, both musical and theatrical (film and stage), as well as the visual arts of Africans in the Diaspora and those influenced by these aesthetic forms of expression. I am interested in the political and social ramifications of art on society, specifically movements supported by these artists and their forebearers. It is my claim that the artists are the true revolutionaries, their work honest and filled with raw unedited passion. They are our true heroes. Ashay! 9:00AM PSTSophie Huber, dir. BLUE NOTE RECORDS@ SFJFF38 The film will screen at the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival 38, Sunday, August 5th at 4:05PM at the Piedmont Theatre in Oakland. Ambrose Akinmusire (subject) will be present at the screening. 9:20 AM: V. Scott Balcerek, dir., SATAN & ADAM @ SFJFF38 Screenings are: Saturday, July 28th at 6:20PM at the Castro Theatre in San Francisco, Sunday, July 29th at 6:55PM at the Albany Twin Theatre in Albany, and Friday, August 3rd at 6:00PM at the Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center in San Rafael. Oakland based filmmaker V. Scott Balcerek will be present for all screenings of the film. Subject Adam Gussow will be present in SF and Albany. 10:00 AM: Tommy Shepard, Alphabet Rockers performing at Oakland's Art and Soul this weekend.http://alphabetrockers.com/about/ Music: Zion Trinity, John Coltrane, Alphabet Rockers (Walls) http://tobtr.com/10896761

I got a chance to not only talk to Tommy and Kaitlyn about their awesome new album 'Rise, Shine, #Woke', but I got to see them perform live at an Elementary School in South San Francisco.  I got to see, firsthand, the impact that they have on students with their message of change.  It was an incredibly moving experience.  My time with the Alphabet Rockers coincided with the news about the current administration working to end DACA.  It was clear that so many of the students that were at the Alphabet Rockers program were fearful about what they were hearing from the government.  I got to speak to a few students and a teacher about the mood in the classrooms, and I was relieved to hear that there was a general attitude of positivity.  The teachers at the school were so dedicated and engaged, and it was noted by Kaitlyn, Tommy, and me.  Thanks to the educators in lower income areas who are making their students education positive and joyful during what is a difficult time. Continue reading Episode #93 – Alphabet Rockers on the site.

In this episode, Chloe talks to the Alphabet Rockers about their newest song and how they celebrate the holidays. She shared the poem "The Night Before Christmas"! Congrats to her Grammy nominated pals!

Featured CD and interview: Dos Ninos by the Sugar Free Allstars plus Evalyn's Pick of the Week, "100th Day of School" by Alphabet Rockers.© 2007 Kids Music Planet

Turning trash into art, San Francisco tries to keep artists in the city, this week's Audiograph game answer, and local musicians Alphabet Rockers.

Kaitlin McGaw founded the trio Alphabet Rockers, which marries hip-hop to learning. We talk about the Rockers' Kickstarter project to fund a TV pilot, the learning goals of the music, and a little bit about why their isn't more hip-hop for kids

Put on your best B-boy outfit people and get ready to hang with Bay Area kid hip-hop artists The Alphabet Rockers. We talk about early morning shows, hip-hop improv, and CHWORM! Stick around to hear their track GO! at the end of the show.