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I want to start today by explaining why my audio sounds like garbage. I don't have my usual mic — or my webcam, or laptop, or clothes — because everything was stolen out of our rental car while we were eating at Burma Superstar in Oakland. I lived in this city for nearly a decade and never once got ‘bipped.' This time, someone smashed the window, glass flying right over the car seat where my baby had just been sitting, and took every bag they could find. My wife's stuff, my stuff — all gone. They even took the bag of stuffed animals. Apparently, those don't fence for much.Now, I don't bring this up for pity. I know full well that parking a rental car in Oakland is like drawing a target on your back. But that's exactly what bothers me — this idea that we deserve it. That the cost of living in a beautiful, culturally rich city like Oakland is rampant, normalized crime. And it's not just Oakland. I don't buy that this is the price of admission for living in cities like Chicago or New York either. These are cities with strong tax bases, vibrant economies, and in some cases — like here in San Francisco — literal gold rushes. I'm speaking to you now from the Bay Park, right next to the Chase Center, where the Warriors play. OpenAI's offices are here. And yet one garage over, you're stepping through fentanyl, addicts, and filth.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.What really got me was the reaction. When I told friends what happened, no one was surprised — just a shrug and “yeah, rental car.” No outrage. No concern. This isn't just about me getting my stuff stolen. It's about the fact that this kind of thing is treated as an unavoidable fact of life. And I get it — people here have empathy. But that empathy's being weaponized. Because this isn't just random desperation. If it were, they'd have taken the diaper bag. No, I think what we're dealing with is organized crime. And no one seems interested in doing anything about it.There's no political will. I'm not calling for a police state, but I am saying that the city should want to stop this. It's not just bad for tourists — it's not good for the locals either. The criminals aren't the ones getting rich. The neighborhoods that need better-paying jobs aren't helped by a tourism industry that doesn't exist because no one wants to visit a city where this is just what happens. I don't think it's generous to ignore that — to write this all off as unavoidable.The kicker? When I called 911, they told me to go to a website. That was it. And look, I'll be fine. My car rental's covered by Amex we're going to get home okay. But what does that say about the city — when a middle-class family gets robbed, and no one even pretends to care? There's something broken here, and it's not just the window.Chapters00:00 - Intro and Crime Thoughts08:12 - Interview with Bill Scher45:42 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

LadyRyan is one of the Valkyrie's official game DJs whose job it is to keep the arena JUMPING. And she's also a KALW music programmer - you can hear her every Wednesday from 10pm-midnight on our air, curating music sets. Lady Ryan is well-versed in all genres and capable of playing to fit any vibe, She's a co-founding member of the queer monthly Oakland day party, Soulovely. And she has been holding space for QT-BIPOC communities for years

Tuck and Ozzy chat with writer Zefyr Lisowski (she/her). Topics include: How horror helps us explore what we owe others in the wake of pain Zefyr's delicate decision to do a ~gender reveal~ in Uncanny Valley Girls  Managing harm in t4t and crazy4crazy relationships How the Great Dismal Swamp informs Zefyr's thoughts about race and class  Plus: Grave robbers, werewolves, Pisces poetics, and a musical based on The Ring.  This Week in Gender: Applications are now open for our 2025 grant program! Please help us spread the word to trans folks of color doing rad organizing / art / community work around the world.  Find Zefyr at zefyrlisowski.com and @zefrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. Uncanny Valley Girls is on sale tomorrow, Oct. 7! Submit a piece of Theymail here. Preorder Sex Change and the City today, or catch Tuck on book tour in Chicago, Seattle, Oakland, and more. Join our Patreon to access our weekly newsletter and monthly Gender Conceal episodes, including our upcoming episode with Cassius Adair. ~~ Find transcripts and starter packs at genderpodcast.com. We're also on Instagram @gendereveal. Senior Producer: Ozzy Llinas Goodman Logo: Ira M. LeighMusic: Breakmaster CylinderAdditional music: Blue Dot Sessions Sponsors: DeleteMe (code: TUCK20) and Max Burns UX (mention Rhubarb!)

Bobby and Alex review the new Taylor Swift album, including some reflections on the backlash it's gotten online in such a short period of time. Then, they discuss the playoffs thus far, place Strauss (the helmet sponsor) on the list of Most Evil Jersey Sponsors, and research the origins of tin foil hats. Finally, they're joined by Steve Sladkowski of PUP to discuss his beloved Blue Jays and their exceptional performance thus far against the Yankees in the ALDS.Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Tipping Pitches Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tipping Pitches merchandise ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.

Cities around the Bay Area have been debating how to handle people camping in public places or living in RVs. Oakland may follow suit.

Today, we go back to the 1930s to hear how the New Deal helped artists to keep creating. The history of Public art- from our series “The Public Works.” Then, Oakland is considering a new homelessness policy that would crack down on people living in their vehicles.

In the center of Oakland, California, is Lake Merritt. People row in it, picnic and jog around it, and it's a place of respite within the city. And it hosts waterbirds such as ducks, geese, egrets, pelicans, cormorants, and coots. A beautifully illustrated field guide by Alex Harris, Birds of Lake Merritt, describes the birds found around the waters of Lake Merritt, its history since the Ohlone peoples have populated it, all the way till today.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the two hundred and seventy-seventh episode of THE THIRD ACT PODCAST, the crew are joining the resistance.Christian, Jericho, and Armando reconvene for a very special episode titled "PTA Meeting II: One Bake Sale After Another" where they review Paul Thomas Anderson's sprawling comic action epic, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (which they saw together in Oakland, Ca!). But first, THE NAKED GUN (2025), DANGEROUS ANIMALS, THE TRIGGER EFFECT (1996), EBONY & IVORY, EDDINGTON, JOBE'Z WORLD (2018), THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME, A REAL PAIN (2024), KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, and BEFORE SUNSET (2004) get the jumbo-sized Recently Watched treatment.They also discuss performative crowd reactions, bong rips, neoliberal wet dreams, generational baton passing, and PTA power rankings.Subscribe to Jericho's Substack: symbioticreviews.substack.comKeep in touch with us on Instagram and email us anytime at: TheThirdActPodcast@gmail.com   

Palestinian protests brought traffic to a standstill along Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is under fire for allegedly billing taxpayers for luxury expenses — including 5-star resorts and even safaris. Looking ahead, the Pacific Airshow returns this weekend, though without military flyovers. Conway jokes he'd never survive 9 G's anyway. On the housing front, we break down why new apartments aren't being built in L.A. And in sports, the Oakland A's future is taking shape in Las Vegas, where a $2 billion domed stadium is rising on the old Tropicana Hotel site, aiming for a 2028 debut with seating for 33,000 fans. 

Support the show. Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/highscore510    ----more---- We discuss: 1) INTROS: Therapy threatens Young Thug's masculinity? 2) Ninjas Needing Attention: Ray Jay's RICO & Ye's Betrayals {11:15} 3) Adarius' awkward celebrity meetup in Detroit {21:28} 4) Eric Adams drops out of NYC Mayoral race {31:31} 5) Trey Young is big mad! {35:29} 6) Shuan Alexander has a 14th baby on the way {43:34} 7) Jackson Harris, WR,  University of Hawaii Football goes off! {44:25} 8) Dating Advice from a Nigerian soccer star {46:11} 9) Tom Brady Saudi Flag Football Payday {47:47} 10) NFL Rundown, Week 4 {50:00} 11) Cutty Corner Shoutout {1:11:20} 12) Charleston White vs Charlie Kirk & Tina Turner's statue {1:18:52}   *Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/highscore510 *Email: (HighScore510.Fans@gmail.com)   *MUSIC BY: Taj Easton (https://www.tajeaston.com)   *SPONSORS: 1) New Parkway Theatre, Oakland: https://www.thenewparkway.com 2) Til Infinity Clothing

History of the Bay coaches jacket available at https://shop.brandonmurio.com--3rd Annual History of the Bay Day, Nov, 9th at Public Works, SF - ticket link: https://www.tixr.com/groups/publicsf/events/3rd-annual-history-of-the-bay-day-159082--History of the Bay Podcast Ep. 124: Formerly known as Laroo the Hard Hitta, Hitta Slim has been consistently putting in work in the Bay Area rap scene. Representing Richmond, he landed his first deal with C-Bo's AWOL Records. His own independent hustle led him to regional success and radio play through his hit single "Tycoonin." Along the way, he dropped a string of collaborations with The Jacka and eventually became part of E-40's Sick Wid It Records. After Jacka's death, he dropped the name Laroo and reinvented himself as Hitta Slim. For promo opportunities on the podcast, e-mail info@historyofthebay.com--History of the Bay Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ZUM4rCv6xfNbvB4r8TVWU?si=9218659b5f4b43aaOnline Store: https://dregsone.myshopify.com Follow Dregs One:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UNuCcJlRb8ImMc5haZHXF?si=poJT0BYUS-qCfpEzAX7mlAInstagram: https://instagram.com/dregs_oneTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@dregs_oneTwitter: https://twitter.com/dregs_oneFacebook: https://facebook.com/dregsone4150:00 Name change7:04 Oakland to Richmond13:20 Early Bay music17:24 Signing to AWOL Records32:42 Albums on AWOL38:04 E-4044:01 Independent grind49:40 The Jacka54:50 “Put Me On”59:49 Albums with Jacka1:03:11 New sound

"Wait For Fire Burning" Formed in Oakland in 1985, Legal Reins were comprised of singer/guitarist Danny Benatar, bassist Eden Unger and drummer Tim Freund. They tore up the Bay Area scene, playing show after show and cementing themselves as one of the best live bands around. This is a band who did the work, got in the reps and eclipsed the Gladwellian idea of 10,000 hours. Opening for everyone from Madness to Killing Joke, Legal Reins proved themselves time and again that they could step on any stage and match anyone in terms of power and heart. Their exhilarating blend of sweeping pop epics and punchy hook laden rock and roll brought to mind everyone from The Sound to Echo and the Bunnymen to the Waterboys. After a bit of a bidding war, they signed to Arista in 1987, put out their debut album Please, The Pleasure soon after and then? Well, then things turned the other way. I'm going to let Tim tell you the story, but let me say this: In 1986 I was the music director of KVHS, an all-metal station located conveniently on my high school campus. I was in the habit of sneaking in The Smiths and The Chameleons in between Accept and Venom just to see if anyone noticed--they did, by the way. It was slightly terrifying to be 16 and getting death threats for not playing King Diamond, but I digress. Legal Reins called me up and they were very kind and I loved their music and one time I played them in between Y&T and Armored Saint and this one guy called up and said, very aggressively, Who was that you played after Y&T? I told him Legal Reins and he was quiet for second and then he said, That was pretty good... TEED: https://open.spotify.com/track/64o01ap4UeiY5Y8fVaqChx www.bombshellradio.com (http://www.bombshellradio.com) www.stereoembersmagazine.com (http://www.stereoembersmagazine.com) www.alexgreenbooks.com (http://www.alexgreenbooks.com) BLUESKY + IG: @emberspodcast Email: editor@stereoembersmagazine.com

This week, John and Kailey sit down with Adam Ruonala, VP of Business Development and Marketing of CANIK/Century Arms. They dive into the evolution of everyday carry pistols, the GOA x CANiK MC9 collaboration, and why the PRIME is packed with race-gun features. Adam also shares insights on the billboard fight in Oakland, what tariffs mean for gun owners, and the future of surplus firearms.Whether you're new to firearms or a lifelong 2A supporter, this episode gives you insider access to the challenges and innovations shaping the industry today.-----------------------Thanks to AAC Ammo & Palmetto State Armory for sponsoring our guest gear!Special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this season!Langdon Tactical - Use code “LTTGOA” for $100 off any order over $1,000 on their website!Patriot Mobile – Get 1 month free with code “GOA” at checkout on their website!

The Underground Lounge presents a Special After Hours episode, co-hosted with Holly Joso, featuring Bay Area icon Too $hort. A pioneer whose name is etched into the fabric of West Coast hip-hop, $hort joins Lou, Spank, and Holly for an unfiltered conversation filled with history, laughs, and hard-earned wisdom from nearly four decades in the rap game.Too $hort opens up about his early hustle selling tapes out of his trunk in Oakland, and how that grind set the tone for a career defined by independence, authenticity, and relentless determination. He reflects on what it took to put the Bay on the map, the cultural impact of his legendary “pimping” persona, and how he's stayed relevant across generations while never losing his signature voice.With Holly co-hosting, the dialogue dives deeper into the culture that shaped his artistry, the wild stories that built his legend, and the mindset that keeps him pushing forward after all these years. From building his brand before the industry caught up, to collaborating with some of music's biggest names, Too $hort shares the triumphs, challenges, and lessons that come with longevity in hip-hop.This After Hours episode is raw, hilarious, and insightful, an inside look at a rap pioneer who helped shape the West Coast sound and remains as unapologetic and influential as ever.

Jessica Mitford was a muckracking journalist and memoirist, radical activist and wit. Born to an English aristocratic family, she became a Communist and eloped with Winston Churchill's nephew to fight in the Spanish Civil war. Two of her sisters were infamous fascists and friends with Hitler. Jessica, known as Decca, moved to the United States, became a civil rights activist in Oakland, and helped transform American journalism from of the depths of the McCarthy era. Peter Sussman, editor of a collection of Mitford's letters, and the late radical journalist Conn Hallinan discuss Jessica Mitford's singular life and contributions. The post Fund Drive Special: The Life and Politics of Jessica Mitford appeared first on KPFA.

Oakland groups protest 280 military cargo shipments to Nevatim Airbase in Israel.

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Lisa Davidson is an ironworker with Local 377 San Francisco. Her team currently does ironwork on the Golden Gate Bridge. But we'll get to that. In this episode, S8 E3, meet and get to know Lisa. I first did that back in May at our Keep It Local art show at Babylon Burning (thanks, Mike and Judy!). Someone at the party that night approached me to let me know that there was a person there who works on the best bridge in the world (fact) and that I should meet them. I love when people really get me. Right away, I was drawn in by Lisa's warmth, charm, and sense of humor. And so we sat down outside in Fort Mason in early August and Lisa shared her life story. She was raised feeling like she had complete freedom. It was something Lisa didn't realize at the time, but looking back, it became clear to her. She was raised in Framingham, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston, in a liberal household. Her grandparents lived in Boston itself, and she loved visiting them when she was a kid. Her grandfather ran a tchotchke store in town called House of Hurwitz, and Lisa says that the place had a big influence on her outlook. It was located on the edge of what they call, to this day, the “Combat Zone” (think: red-light district). Her “wheelin' and dealin'” grandpa sold mylar balloons to the Boston Gardens for events held there. He told young Lisa that she could blow up balloons and that that could be her future. Lisa has a brother four years younger than she is. Her dad was an electrician. One of his clients was a lithograph press in Boston. He'd sometimes get paged for a job and have to leave his family, although Lisa now wonders whether he just wanted to get away from time to time. When she was a senior in high school, her parents divorced, despite being a very loving couple up to that point. She says her mom was “crazy in an I Love Lucy way. She was raised in the Fifties the way many young women at that time were, in a way that did its best to stifle any creativity. Suffice to say that her mom had fun decorating the house Lisa grew up in. Despite her and her family's Jewishness, Lisa revolted and wanted to go to Catholic school or just become a preppy L.L. Bean-type kid. She of course regrets rejecting the norms of her family nowadays. It was what it was. The family was more culturally Jewish than religious, though, something Lisa says was a huge influence on who she's become as an adult. She graduated high school and went to college at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. It wasn't Ivy League, but it was (and is) something of a preppy school. Where Lisa grew up, there was an expectation that kids would go to college, and so she went. It wasn't super far from home, but it wasn't close either. Her parents did suggest that Lisa maybe go to art school. But in her family, it was the kid dismissing that idea. “That's a not real school,” young Lisa told them. She liked sports. At Amherst, she joined the crew team. She liked the competition and how good of shape it got you in. She liked it, but it was a lot of pressure. She graduated, took a year off working odd jobs, then dove into art school. So next up was Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). She was surprised she got in, and even navigated a bit of impostor syndrome. Surprised by the school's acceptance of her and feeling somewhat intimidated by other artist students, Lisa ended up doing printmaking. Rather than aiming for a master's degree, she sought a second bachelor's. Her studies had her spending a lot of time in the school's foundry, where she discovered welding. She loved it. During her time back in Amherst, she'd heard of a guy who was going to Alaska. (Lisa and I go off-topic into our shared distaste for camping at this point in the conversation.) Back to the Alaska story, her mom was fully supportive and even took her shopping at an Army Navy store. She went there and worked in canneries through the summer between her junior and senior years at Amherst. While she was up north, doing jobs all over the state, she met folks from California. From the stories they told her, it became a place she wanted to go. But first, RISD. In Rhode Island, she met a guy from Danville in the East Bay. When his family learned of her interest in our state, they invited Lisa to spend a summer with them, which she did. And she and her friend came to The City as often as they could. After those few months, she knew that California—and specifically, The Bay—was for her. She needed to go back and finish that second round of college in Rhode Island, and she did. After that, Lisa “beelined it” back to Oakland. She found work in a prop shop making sculptures out of foam with a chainsaw. Check back this Thursday for Part 2 with Lisa Davidson. We recorded this podcast at Equator Coffee in Fort Mason in August 2025. Photography by Jeff Hunt

In this week's episode I welcomed back Dr. Akilah Cadet. Dr. Cadet is the Founder, CEO of Change Cadet consulting firm, a Forbes listed entrepreneur, co-owner of the Oakland Roots and Soul soccer teams, and author of White Supremacy Is All Around: Notes From a Black Disabled Woman in a White World. She literally has all the degrees, lives in Oakland, CA, celebrates her disability, is a proud Beyoncé advocate, and has an incredible shoe game. We, as two disabled women who share a passion for sports and fashion, discuss being a woman owner in sports, what it means to actually be a community and purpose driven team, the intersection of sports and high fashion and much, much more.Follow Dr. Cadet: Instagram: @changecadet Substack: https://changecadetactionnetwork.substack.com LinkedIn: Dr. Akilah Cadet Website: https://www.changecadet.comJoin The Patreon: ⁠HERE⁠Follow Me: Instagram: ⁠⁠@jill_ilana⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠@alwayslookingup.podcast⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@jillian_ilana⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jillianilana.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠alwayslookingup227@gmail.com⁠⁠Read With Me:⁠⁠Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠The StoryGraph⁠⁠Support Immigrant Communities (all links came from ⁠⁠@chnge⁠⁠):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (⁠⁠@chirla_org⁠⁠): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/⁠⁠Immigrant Defenders Law Center (⁠⁠@immdef_lawcenter⁠⁠): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.immdef.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Inland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (⁠⁠@ic4ij⁠⁠): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros⁠⁠Relief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/⁠⁠United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/⁠⁠Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: ⁠⁠https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf⁠

In this episode, Maggie Tokuda-Hall speaks about refusing to write to market expectations. She reflects on her experience with censorship and her picture book Love in the Library—which ultimately led to her being a founding member of Authors Against Book Bans. Maggie also shares what it's like to author graphic novels, including The Worst Ronin and Squad, and to collaborate with artists throughout the process. She also highlights information on how listeners can fight book bans, as well as the most important action they can all take right now. On the topic, Olivia shares an opportunity for individuals to join a Banned Books Week Read-In this October to protest ongoing censorship. Read the full transcript: Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you'll have three from the start. About Maggie Tokuda-Hall: Maggie Tokuda-Hall has an MFA in creative writing from USF, and BA in art from Scripps College. She's the author of numerous award winning, best-selling children's and young adult books including Love in the Library, The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea duology, Squad, and The Worst Ronin. She has been called “... one of the most unflinching voices in contemporary genre literature.” Maggie is a founding member and national leader of Authors Against Book Bans. She is the co-host of the Failure to Adapt podcast. She lives in Oakland, California with her husband, children, and objectively perfect dog. Get Maggie's Books: Love in the Library The Siren, the Song, and the Spy The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea Books discussed on today's episode: Cantoras by Caro De Robertis Ne'er Duke Well by Alexandra Vasti Earl Crush by Alexandra Vasti Ladies in Hating by Alexandra Vasti Banned Books Week resources: Banned Books Week Read-In near you Ways to learn more about and fight bans

Abigail Sawyer and Quinn Nakayama, senior director of Grid Innovation and Development for Pacific Gas &Electric, discuss the role of innovation and partnerships in solving California problems that include load-shifting, load management and utility undergrounding. Recorded live at PG&E's Innovation Pitch Fest 2025 in Oakland.

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From the basketball courts of Oakland to the sprint lanes of Eugene, Curtis Taylor's coaching journey is as inspiring as it is impactful. In this episode, Curtis shares how being cut from varsity basketball led him to track and eventually to a career shaping some of the nation's fastest athletes at the University of Oregon.We dive deep into:

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Dan Williams, Founder, President and CEO of The Playbook for Success Foundation, a nonprofit focused on youth development and literacy programs targeting children from 2nd to 12th grade. Williams shares his background as a former NFL player and discusses the foundation's mission to provide mentorship, health and wellness, and literacy programs, currently operating in Memphis with plans to expand across Tennessee. The interview covers Williams' personal experiences with mentorship and coaching, his foundation's holistic approach to youth development, and how community members can support their efforts through various means including time, donations, and social media engagement.Summary:The Playbook for Success Foundation InterviewJeremy C. Park interviews Dan Williams, Founder, President and CEO of The Playbook for Success Foundation, a nonprofit focused on youth development and literacy. Williams shares his background as a former NFL player and his journey from playing football to establishing his foundation, which began in Oakland and now operates in Tennessee. He discusses his passion for giving back to the community and his experience growing up in Memphis, where he was inspired by local success stories.Mission OverviewDan discusses the mission of The Playbook for Success Foundation, which aims to provide a solid foundation for children from any background to succeed. The foundation offers mentorship, health and wellness, and literacy programs, with a focus on literacy as a key tool for success. They target children from 2nd to 12th grade and currently run an after-school program at Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering, serving middle and high school students.Children's Wellness Program DiscussionDan discusses their approach to working with kids, emphasizing a team-oriented mindset and using Scholastic Books to encourage literacy. He shares positive feedback from students and parents about their holistic programs, including summer camps that focus on health, wellness, and emotional support. The camps cover various aspects of wellness, including emotional health, and incorporate activities like relay races and guest speakers to promote healthy lifestyles.Community Support for Literacy FoundationDan discusses how the community can support his foundation's efforts, emphasizing the value of time spent with children. He outlines plans to expand the literacy program across Tennessee within five years, starting with Memphis and eventually reaching Nashville and East Tennessee. Dan also mentions accepting in-kind donations, financial contributions, and social media engagement as ways for the community to get involved.Mentorship Impact on Youth DevelopmentDan shares his personal experience of how mentorship and coaching significantly influenced his life, both on and off the football field. He emphasizes the importance of listening to mentors and learning from their experiences, highlighting how specific advice about behavior and its consequences had a lasting impact on his performance. Dan also discusses his ongoing efforts to mentor young people, drawing parallels between sports coaching and educational teaching, and mentioned his foundation's work in providing opportunities for youth.Daniel shares his experience of providing support at East High School, which led to a student receiving a scholarship to play football in college and then become a teacher. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship in education.To learn more about The Playbook for Success Foundation, visit http://www.theplaybook.org or email dan@theplaybook.org.

Anthony in Oakland wonders why a runner can fumble, slip and fall out of bounds, and touch the football where the play is dead. The Steelers didn't convert on 4th down inside the five and gave the ball away. Should they have kicked the field goal?

Monday, September 8th, MBN was on the road to the Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites, Kalamazoo, MI. This was day 2 of 2025's Michigan Works! Association's Annual Conference. In this video Chris Holman welcomes Jennifer Llewellyn, Director of Oakland County Michigan Works! They discuss the services, and challenges facing her Michigan Works! chapter, along with what she's experiencing with the Michigan Works! Annual Conference. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Works! Association Wraps Up 2025 Annual Conference in Kalamazoo The Michigan Works! Association successfully hosted its 2025 Annual Conference September 7–9 at the Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites in Kalamazoo. The three-day event brought together workforce development professionals, employers, educators, policymakers, and community leaders to explore solutions for Michigan's most pressing talent and employment challenges. The conference opened Sunday with workshops, the Association's annual meeting, and a networking reception at the Gilmore Car Museum, providing an engaging start for attendees to connect with peers and partners. On Monday, the agenda featured keynote presentations from Sharon Gai and Dr. Christopher Laney, who offered insights into global workforce trends, leadership, and the future of employment. Attendees engaged in a variety of workshops covering workforce readiness, training strategies, and employer engagement. The Exhibit Hall was a focal point for building connections between businesses, service providers, and Michigan Works! agencies, (and also where MBN recorded its interviews from). While networking opportunities such as the Dessert Break & Headshot Lounge further fostered collaboration. The conference concluded Tuesday with workshops and a dynamic closing keynote from Dr. Sherene McHenry, emphasizing leadership, communication, and strategies to strengthen Michigan's workforce ecosystem. An invitation-only Executive Breakfast also gave business and policy leaders an opportunity to exchange ideas in a more focused setting. Across the three days, the conference highlighted the critical role of employment in economic development. Employers learned about the tangible costs of workforce gaps, explored innovative approaches to upskilling, and built partnerships to address talent shortages. The emphasis on collaboration positioned Michigan Works! as a vital connector between business needs and workforce solutions. By drawing together leaders from across the state, the 2025 Annual Conference underscored Michigan's commitment to building a stronger, more resilient economy through workforce innovation, business engagement, and talent development.

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if healing could flow not only to us but also to our beloved pets through the power of Spirit? In this episode, we explore the miracles of energetic healing, intuition, and spirit communication. Jeff from Virginia finds relief from kidney stone pain using spiritual visualizations, while Mary from Nova Scotia shares her deep heart-to-heart connection with her dog, Loki, as they face health challenges together. Chrissy discovers comfort and joy after her husband's passing through messages from beyond, and Rachel from Huntsville learns to interpret her dog Koozie's quiet requests. Clay from Oakland finds healing in memories of his cherished cat, Mervyn, reminding us how love bridges the gap between worlds.These heartfelt stories reveal how pets and loved ones continue to guide us through dreams, signs, and subtle communication. We also explore past-life wisdom, intuitive development, and the supportive presence of spirit guides. Together, these experiences offer powerful insights into how healing, love, and Spirit are always available, enriching our daily lives and deepening our connections to those we hold dear.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Personal Healing(0:06:52) - Healing Pets and Bone Loss(0:21:16) - Communicating With Spirits and Healing(0:29:28) - Spiritual Messages for Pet and Loved Ones(0:38:29) - Connecting With Spirit and Healing(0:46:09) - Teddy's Love Guides Personal Healing(0:51:36) - Spiritual Healings and Pet Guidance➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

Support the show. Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/highscore510    ----more---- We discuss: 1) INTROS: DJarTT didn't cry watching The Passion of the Christ 2) Question of the Day: Is Adrien Broner punch drunk? {12:27} 3) Nick Cannon blames his Trauma for having 12 kids {18:20} 4) Jimmy Kimmel canceled {21:45} 5) Trey Young is big mad! {32:12} 6) NFL Rundown Week 3 {38:11} 7) Captain P Funk's Stone Cold Lock    *Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/highscore510 *Email: (HighScore510.Fans@gmail.com)   *MUSIC BY: Taj Easton (https://www.tajeaston.com)   *SPONSORS: 1) New Parkway Theatre, Oakland: https://www.thenewparkway.com 2) Til Infinity Clothing

Today we're bringing you an excerpt from the first episode of a new podcast called A Tiny Plot, from our friends at KQED's Snap Studios. About one third of our nation's homeless population is here in California – with close to 6,000 people on the streets each night in Oakland alone. Producer Shaina Shealy spent more than a year following a group of unhoused people at Union Point Park in Oakland as they fought for a radical idea: their own encampment where they could set their own rules. If their idea worked, the people of Union Point believed they could create a model that would help other homeless people across the state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWendy Stonehenge stops by the show to discuss the Candy Whip's new EP, inspiration, Ai and more.******Oakland, CA-based CANDY WHIPS released their new covers EP MOONLIGHT via Josie Cotton's Kitten Robot Records On August 26th! The EP features classic tracks “Duke of Earl” (originally recorded by Gene Chandler), “Earth Angel” (The Penguins), and “Bad Boy” (Jive Bombers), among others, the EP Moonlight was inspired by both the post-punk and new wave bands of the late ‘70s/early ‘80s who in turn were inspired by the music of the ‘50s and early ‘60s. Another catalyst for Wendy's creative influence was also being inspired by Silicon Teens, which is an experimental project by producer and founder of Mute Records Daniel Miller from 1980, which infamously redid Chuck Berry songs into a synthesizer construct, Wendy Stonehenge set out to put his own angular spin on classic and iconic 1950s tracks, keeping the inherent structure of each song intact to keep them recognizable while giving them a fresh, modern edge. "I've always been a big oldies fan," says WENDY STONEHENGE of CANDY WHIPS about his new EP MOONLIGHT, which features reinterpretations of radio hits of the 1950s, including “Duke of Earl” (Gene Chandler), “Earth Angel” (The Penguins), and “Bad Boy” (Marty Wilde), among others. "When I was a kid, it was always on the radio. These days, oldies radio doesn't really exist so you have to actively seek it out." Due out August 26th, 2025, via Kitten Robot, the EP dusts off the radio hits of yore and polishes them with synths, vocal effects, and drum machines, buffing them with shiny, modern production. "My choice of tracks is more of an intentional thing. I've noticed that I'm particularly drawn to doo wop and old vocal groups." Already an established member of the well-known Northern California glam rock band Glitter Wizard, Wendy Stonehenge formed Candy Whips as a side project to dabble in music that didn't fit his other band. When live shows ground to a halt during the pandemic, he re-ignited the project in his home studio and transported Kraftwerk's roborock to Oakland, fusing the genres punk, electronic, and synthpop. Previously known for creating the critically-hailed gonzo cyberpunk of his 2021's debut LP Automaton, 2023's hypnotic A.L.T.C.H.B.S., and 2024's angular synth-pop album Artificial Melodies, which was released last year, MOONLIGHT is a refreshing and modernized take on classic tracks that are captivating yet intriguing to the ear.*****If you would like to contact the show about being a guest, please email us at Dauna@bettertopodcast.comUpcoming guests can be found: https://dmneedom.com/upcoming-guest Follow us on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_d.m.needom/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bettertopodcastwithdmneedomIntro and Outro music compliments of Fast Suzi©2025 Better To...Podcast with D. M. NeedomSupport the show

In this episode of The Confident Commit, Rob Zuber sits down with Edreece Arghandiwal, CMO and Co-Founder of Oakland Roots Soccer Club, for an inspiring conversation about building purpose-driven organizations from the ground up. Edreece shares how the Roots challenged traditional sports business models by putting community first, turning a simple question—"Why isn't there professional soccer in Oakland?"—into a movement that raised $3.5 million from 6,000+ community investors with zero paid advertising.The conversation explores the parallels between building tech products and sports organizations, from using merchandise as a "landing page" to prove market demand, to the critical importance of obsessing over customer-facing touchpoints while maintaining operational flexibility behind the scenes. Edreece discusses the challenges of scaling while preserving authentic brand identity, why purpose should lead to profit (not the other way around), and how hiring good humans with strong moral compasses becomes the foundation for sustainable growth. Whether you're a startup founder looking to build authentic community engagement or a leader working to maintain organizational purpose at scale, this episode delivers actionable insights on creating brands that people proudly represent in their daily lives.Have someone you'd like to hear on the show? Reach out and let us know on X at @CircleCI!

Thanks for joining another edition of "Is This A Great Game, Or What?" Today, we are also joined by a live studio audience, which makes every episode even more exciting when we have a crowd to entertain. The pennant races are absolutely insane right now with Seattle, Detroit, Cleveland, New York, Toronto and so many other fans asking "what the heck is going on here??" Obviously, we keep you up to date with that but it's hard to believe that the next episode you will hear from us will be the first day of the playoffs (could not be more excited). Many of you sent in great Team Tims to either improve upon ours or to help enhance the show and for that we are eternally grateful! We knock off two more number from Ozzie to Orel in our list and discuss the greatest Athletics player of all time (keep in mind, that team has been around for a lot longer than just Oakland). Thank you for joining, make sure to subscribe on YouTube to watch every episode and follow wherever you're listening right now!  Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

26 years of career experience. A retired Firefighter with Oakland Fire Department. Firefighting was far from Jason's mind. He dropped out of high school early and didn't really have a grasp of what was next for him. One day he watched Firefighters put out a dumpster fire and the Captain on scene asked him if he ever thought about the fire service. One thing led to another and Jason found his way starting with wild land then transitioned to Oakland. The thing about life is you truly and shouldn't ever judge a book by its cover. Everybody is going through something you have no idea about. Jason's faith is his foundation and I hope the listeners can truly tune into his story and reflect. IG: jasonsautel

Jacob Ward warned us. Back in January 2022, the Oakland-based tech journalist published The Loop, a warning about how AI is creating a world without choices. He even came on this show to warn about AI's threat to humanity. Three years later, we've all caught up with Ward. So where is he now on AI? Moderately vindicated but more pessimistic. His original thesis has proven disturbingly accurate - we're outsourcing decisions to AI at an accelerating pace. But he admits his book's weakest section was “how to fight back,” and he still lacks concrete solutions. His fear has evolved: less worried about robot overlords, he is now more concerned about an “Idiocracy” of AI human serfs. It's a dystopian scenario where humans become so stupid that they won't even be able to appreciate Gore Vidal's quip that “I told you so” are the four most beautiful words in the English language. I couldn't resist asking Anthropic's Claude about Ward's conclusions (not, of course, that I rely on it for anything). “Anecdotal” is how it countered with characteristic coolness. Well Claude wouldn't say that, wouldn't it?1. The “Idiocracy” threat is more immediate than AGI concerns Ward argues we should fear humans becoming cognitively dependent rather than superintelligent machines taking over. He's seeing this now - Berkeley students can't distinguish between reading books and AI summaries.2. AI follows market incentives, not ethical principles Despite early rhetoric about responsible development, Ward observes the industry prioritizing profit over principles. Companies are openly betting on when single-person billion-dollar businesses will emerge, signaling massive job displacement.3. The resistance strategy remains unclear Ward admits his book's weakness was the “how to fight back” section, and he still lacks concrete solutions. The few examples of resistance he cites - like Signal's president protecting user data from training algorithms - require significant financial sacrifice.4. Economic concentration creates systemic risk The massive capital investments (Nvidia's $100 billion into OpenAI) create dangerous loops where AI companies essentially invest in themselves. Ward warns this resembles classic bubble dynamics that could crash the broader economy.5. “Weak perfection” is necessary for human development Ward argues we need friction and inefficiency in our systems to maintain critical thinking skills. AI's promise to eliminate all cognitive work may eliminate the mental exercise that keeps humans intellectually capable.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

On this week's episode of "Sights + Sounds Picks," Oakland singer and songwriter B. DeVeaux gives their arts and culture suggestions happening in the Bay Area.

President Trump's announcement Friday of a $100,000 dollar fee for H-1B visas has thrown the tech world – and communities of immigrants – into states of confusion and concern. Many employers, working with the scant information from the president, warned traveling workers to scramble back to the US immediately, before the administration later clarified that the fees wouldn't apply to existing visa holders. But it's still far from clear what the new rules mean for foreign workers and companies. We'll talk about the new changes to H-1B visas, how communities and companies are responding and what it means for the future of tech hiring. Guests: Tanay Gokhale, independent journalist based in Oakland; formerly the community reporter at India Currents and continues to write for them on a freelance basis Pranav Dixit, Meta correspondent covering Trump's H-1B visa fee, Business Insider Emily Neumann, immigration attorney, Reddy Neumann Brown PC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It doesn't get more Oakland than faking a trash clean up photo op and then not picking up the trash!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Rumps & Bumps jersey just dropped! Check out afterpartyinc.com. It's the UNCUT x AFTER PARTY Collab you've been waiting for! Eddie Blendz steps into the After Party and talks about his journey in becoming a barber, owning his own studio and talks up WEST TEXAS SHOWDOWN. Plus! He answers some horny questions and gives us the Eddie Tea. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty Watch the full video and listen to the episode on all platforms and head over to our instagram @ AaronScenesAfterParty

By uniting Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, the Detroit Regional Defense Coalition (DRDC) is working to make Southeast Michigan a hub for defense and aerospace. We dive into Southeast Michigan's role in the defense and aerospace sectors by talking with Vicki Selva, the Executive Director of DRDC. She takes us through how the coalition is driving collaboration, shaping supportive policy, and leveraging the region's unique assets to attract investment and high-quality jobs. DRDC is a collaboration between Wayne County, Oakland County, and Macomb County in partnership with the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation and the Detroit Regional Partnership. 

Bobby and Alex discuss whether a rapture is actually a better outcome for the 2025 New York Mets, before digging into what's really gone wrong with their roster construction and trying to make sense of how the Tigers have relinquished their massive AL Central lead. Then, they discuss the massive legacy of Clayton Kershaw — the person and the player — before breaking down a cold war between Nick Castellanos and Rob Thomson. Finally, they weigh in on the MLB Ballpark security issues plaguing fans. Buy one get one 50% off at ⁠⁠⁠Connect Coffee Roasters⁠⁠⁠!Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Tipping Pitches Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tipping Pitches merchandise ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.

Leaders today are under pressure from every direction: an unpredictable economy, the rise of AI, and the constant demand for transformation while keeping the business running. Few people see those challenges more clearly than Michael Smith. He argues that leaders make the greatest impact when they act as architects of transformation rather than playing defense. In this episode, Mike and Dart discuss what happens when HR is seen only as a cost and how CEOs and CFOs can unlock the real value of the people in their organizations. They also explore the future of HR and why doing well and doing good go together.As CEO of Randstad Enterprise, a division of one of the world's largest HR services companies, Mike has spent more than 20 years leading businesses across four continents. That vantage point gives him a rare perspective on how people, technology, and transformation shape the future of work.In this episode, Dart and Jim discuss:- Why HR leaders have the most impact as architects of transformation- What happens when people are treated as a cost instead of the engine of growth- How CEOs and CFOs can unlock the real value of talent- The future of HR in a world shaped by AI and constant change- Why companies are hiring and laying off at the same time- How AI is reshaping recruiting and freeing HR for higher-value work- The risk of excluding talent through rigid hiring processes- Why HR must become data visionaries to stay at the table- The ethical challenges of leading with AI- And other topics…Michael Smith is Chief Executive of Randstad Enterprise and part of Randstad's global leadership team. Over two decades with the company, he has led businesses across the US, Europe, and Asia, including CEO roles at Randstad UK and Randstad Sourceright EMEA. Today, he oversees Randstad's global talent solutions portfolio — from recruitment outsourcing and managed services to career transition, coaching, and advisory. His work puts him at the center of how the world's largest organizations adapt to change, balance people and technology, and unlock the real value of talent.Resources Mentioned:Randstad Enterprise: https://www.randstad.comGet discounted tickets to the Responsive Conference, featuring past Work for Humans guests Bree Groff and Simone Stolzoff – September 17–18, Oakland, CA. Use code “11fold”: https://www.responsiveconference.com/tickets Register to attend the UWEBC Conference, where Dart keynotes the HR track alongside Ethan Mollick and Nancy Giordano – September 30, University of Wisconsin: https://uwebc.wisc.edu/conference/registration/ Connect with Mike:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljohnsmith/Work with Dart:Dart is the CEO and co-founder of the work design firm 11fold. Build work that makes employees feel alive, connected to their work, and focused on what's most important to the business. Book a call at 11fold.com.

We read and discuss [It is abominable, unquenchable by touch] by Diane Seuss and then read from Kim's newest book Exit Opera. Kim Addonizio  is the author of nine poetry collections, two novels, two story collections, and two books on writing poetry, The Poet's Companion (with Dorianne Laux) and Ordinary Genius. She has received fellowships from the NEA and Guggenheim Foundation, Pushcart Prizes in both poetry and the essay, and her work has been widely translated and anthologized. Tell Me was a National Book Award Finalist in poetry. Her new poetry collection, Exit Opera, is out from W.W. Norton. She lives in Oakland, California.

JP and BMitch listen back to Jeff's hype song where he said the Raiders played in the bay area.

An Oakland film tackles the challenges parents face when caring for kids with disabilities.