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Jan. 3, 2010, 7:17 a.m.
PRG 6 VOICES FOR JUSTICE--YOUTH ACTIVISTS
PROGRAM FEATURES INTERVIEWS WITH FOUR YOUTH ACTIVISTS AT THE 2008 IMMOKALEE ENCUENTRO.
THE ENCUENTRO IS A GATHERING OF STUDENTS & YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ACROSS AMERICA THAT CARE ABOUT HUMAN DIGNITY AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC JUSTICE.
THE FOUR DAY NATIONAL MEETING OF PLENARY SESSIONS, WORKSHOPS, NETWORKING, AND CULTURAL ARTS FOCUSES ON SUPPORTING THE COALITION OF IMMOKALEE WORKERS STRUGGLE FOR JUSTICE.
PRG 6 FEATURES; KAT RODRIGUEZ--COORDINATOR OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS COALITION OF TUCON AZ.; STUDENT FARMWORKER ALLIANCE STAFFER MARC RODRIGUEZ; CANDI VASQUEZ WHO WAS RAISED BY IMMOKALEE FARMWORKERS; AND JOURDAN BUCKLEY=STAFF PERSON OF INTER-FAITH ACTION OF SW FLORIDA.
PRG 6 PROVIDES MUSIC & HOST COMMENARY ON SOCIAL JUSTICE/HUMAN RIGHTS.
Jan. 3, 2010, 4:58 a.m.
The December 2009 show features interviews with Indigenous organizers about resistance to the 2010 Olympics, from the Coast Salish Territories to the interior of âBritish Columbiaâ to Six Nations.
- UWHANAHEENAY & OJISTORI:YO: Uwhanaheenay, Ojistori:yo (Melissa Elliott), Gord Hill, Miranda Dick are father and daughter, and both are residents of Six Nations in southwestern Ontario. They have both been active and vocal in resistance to the Olympic Torch Relay which will be passing their territory on December 21, 2009. Melissa Elliott has been mobilizing with youth of the community against the Torch Relay and is the co-founder of Young Onkwehonwe United.
- GORD HILL: Gord is an artist and organizer who has been active with the Native Youth Movement and other groups. He is a main contributor to www.no2010.com as well as Warrior Publications, and is active with the Olympic Resistance Network of the Coast Salish Territories. He currently resides and organizes in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver.
- MIRANDA DICK: Miranda is a mother of 5, a part of the Secwepemc Womenâs Council, Â and a Warrior for the Land and People. The Secwepemc people from the interior of âBritish Columbiaâ have resisted the Sun Peakâs ski resort on their territory.
Jan. 3, 2010, 3:22 a.m.
The November 2009 edition of No One Is Illegal Radio includes interviews with members of No 2010 Victoria, about recent disruptions of the Olympic Torch Relay; a member of No One Is Illegal-Toronto about proposed changes to Temporary Work programs for migrants in Canada; as well as an interview with Adil Charkaoui, recently vindicated after living under a security certificate since 2003.
Jan. 3, 2010, 12:33 a.m.
ABOUSFIAN ABDELRAZIK was arrested on the recommendation of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) while on a visit to Sudan. Never charged, he was beaten and threatened during two periods of detention, which included CSIS interrogations. After his sixth year in exile, the government was finally forced by the Federal Court to allow Abdelrazik to return to Canada. This past September 24, 2009 he spoke out publicly for the first time, and we hear from his talk on this edition of the show. (17:39)
CHRISSY SWAIN is a youth from the Anishnabe First Nation of Grassy Narrows in the midst of a 1800 km journey from Grassy Narrows to Ottawa -- the 2nd Walk for Mother Earth -- to raise awareness about issues around indigenous sovereignty and self-determination. We hear an extended interview with Chrissy during her walk. (21:53)
Jan. 2, 2010, 11:10 p.m.
The July 2009 edition of No One Is Illegal Radio features an interview with Melanie Morrison, the sister of Tiffany Morrison who has been missing from the community of Kahnawake for more than three years; a speech by Jacqueline House from Six Nations from the âDefending the Landâ event in Montreal; and an interview with Arthur Manuel from the the Secwecmec nation in BC.
Jan. 2, 2010, 10:17 p.m.
On the April 2009 edition, we feature interviews with Mexican political prisoner Gloria Arenas Agis, a second âReport from a Raging Mexicoâ by Mandeep Dhillon, and Yavar Hameed, the lawyer for Abousofian Abdelrazik.
Jan. 2, 2010, 8:52 p.m.
Fela Kuti: yes, he's the James Brown of Africa, the founder of Afrobeat and the conscience of Nigeria. Somehow he's also one of the hottest show business properties of 2010.
Jan. 2, 2010, 8:33 p.m.
On the January 2009 New Year's Day edition of No One Is Illegal Radio, we feature Reports from a Raging Mexico, as well as an interview about the âNo One Is Illegal: We are all one riverâ American Indian Movement anniversary gathering.
More information about the show at: http://nooneisillegal-montreal.blogspot.com/2010/01/no-one-is-illegal-radio-january-2009.html
"NFU Convention w/Dr. Shiv Chopra"
Jan. 2, 2010, 6:12 p.m.
Forum Against Police Violence and Impunity (CKUT Ad)
Jan. 2, 2010, 5:41 p.m.
CKUT Ad for the upcoming Forum Against Police Violence and Impunity (January 29-31, 2010) in MONTREAL.
for up-to-date information: www.forumcontrelaviolencepoliciere.net
Break The Stereo- Love Will Bring Us Together
Jan. 2, 2010, 5:34 p.m.
Happy New Year! Roy Ayers puts it down with "Love will bring us together". Bobby Franklin's Insanity, Betty Everett and the Chicago Gangsters with "Gangster Boogie". A little mardis gras set with Bo Dolis, and the Spotnicks. A killer acid jazz set with Roland Haynes, Caesar Frazier, The Awakening, Ray Barretto, Pucho, The Kashmere Stage Band, Little Richard and the Gators. Dynomiiiiiiite. Blessings in the new year!
Jan. 2, 2010, 5:28 p.m.
Critical reflections about how we fight in the context of the upcoming Olympics and in general of the capitalist system
piece censored by Groundwire
Obama's plans for Afghanistan
Jan. 2, 2010, 1:33 p.m.
30,000 more troops, a bigger Afghan army, a partnership with Pakistan - Obama spelled out his plans for Afghanistan to a West Point audience. Conn Hallinan says none of it makes any sense. Hallinan is a foreign policy analyst based in California.
Audio From'No Retreat' Antifa Film Night: Co-author of Book 'No Repeart' Speaks
Jan. 2, 2010, 8:45 a.m.
The talk features Steve Tilzey and 'Toddy' - a former NF activist who turned against them. They talk about facing down the National Front in the 70s and 80s and the rise of the BNP now.
Argentina: This is What a Labor Movement Looks Like Plus Cleveland's Worker Coops
Jan. 2, 2010, 8:17 a.m.
The economic collapse in Argentina has created a new labor movement for dignity and control over the work process and democratization of their communities. Plus, Cleveland's new worker cooperative movement begins.
Jan. 2, 2010, 2:02 a.m.
Beltaine's Fire does an amazing set, blending music of the Scottish and Irish Diasporas with funk, rock, jazz and radical revolutionary hip hop. Then Frank interviews the band, talking deeply about their history and approach to the music and to life, and Frank has Lynx, the lead singer, read Frank's poem, "Locked In, Locked Out".
Snuggly Oily Phones - Pts. 1 & 2
Jan. 2, 2010, 12:49 a.m.
This show is a lot spacier than most, especially the first part, with hardly any punk songs and the like. It might make good post-hangover listening. Notice that I said 'post-hangover,' not during a hangover.
01JAN2010: RIP Rowland S Howard, Renegades of punk
Jan. 1, 2010, 11:27 p.m.
Rowland S. Howard (Birthday Party, These Immortal Souls guitarist) died Dec. 30th from liver cancer, aged 50. Music from his/related bands. Then renegade funk/punk theme.
www.wrir.org/x/modules/news/article.php?storyid=11864
ERRANCE RAYNALDIENNE du 3 janvier 2010 - LA TOTALE
Jan. 1, 2010, 8:13 p.m.
ERRANCE RAYNALDIENNE du 3 janvier 2010 - LA TOTALE
Happy New Year and Happy Birthday WRIR
Jan. 1, 2010, 7:06 p.m.
Jan. 1, 2010, 6:30 p.m.
In the hit movie â2012â, mankind confronts a cataclysm caused by an earth crust displacement. Has it happened in the past? What happened to the people? What would it do to our civilization?
Jan. 1, 2010, 3:59 p.m.
"this is a good game, it's called 'the truth'" on episode151 from media monarchy - it's january 1, 2010 & the long-awaited return to the airwaves in a new decade; this free-flowing episode serves as a great introduction for new listeners as we try to get reacquainted with all this news & you - featuring the latest in alternative media, politics, conspiracies & coverups + new year music from the zombies & the verve and tons more...
"A Christmas Garland of Jazz"
Jan. 1, 2010, 3:58 p.m.
A sampler of excellent jazz, hot dance, and vocal selections that never go out of season.
WRIR lp Tuesday Morning Breakfast Blend with anna g
Jan. 1, 2010, 1:12 p.m.
12-29-2009 edition
Songs of Renewal & Disposal
Jan. 1, 2010, 12:41 p.m.
We are out with the old and in with the new, here tonight on Edge of Americana!
Songs of goings and comings, news and olds, and, to top it off, some good old partytime music to cap the night.
Thanks to James Justin & Co. for playing a live set!
Find them on the web:http://www.myspace.com/jamesjustinburke
JB & OK
ERRANCE RAYNALDIENNE - 3 JANVIER 2010
Jan. 1, 2010, 11:25 a.m.
ERRANCE RAYNALDIENNE - 3 JANVIER 2010
Jan. 1, 2010, 9:40 a.m.
When Grey suddenly quits his job as host of Electromatic Radio, Matt must scramble to find a replacement... but can he find someone as suitably unqualified as Grey to fill the role?
This episode's playlist (all music CC):
Mona Lisa - Josh Woodward
Leave A Light On For Me - papa dada
Catherine Wheels - Radio Nowhere
Please visit www.electromaticradio.com for more information!
UC - Strikes and Protests 11/28/09
Jan. 1, 2010, 9:14 a.m.
David Johnson hosts weekly labor news. This week's program features two phone-in guests Luis and Julia commenting on the recent protests on University of California campuses spurred by massive fee increases. Tom Thomas presents his weekly poem in the "Cultural Corner".
Happy Station Live from Hong Kong 1600UTC to 1800UTC Jan 1, 2010
Jan. 1, 2010, 2:07 a.m.
The live Happy Station Show from Hong Kong January 1, 2010 directed to North America/Caribbean on 9955khz.
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Happy Station Live Special 0200UTC to 0400UTC Dec 31, 2009
Dec. 31, 2009, 6:45 p.m.
The first of two 2 hours specials for Happy Station on New Years Eve. This show was done live from 0200UTC to 0400UTC on 9955khz. My special guest co-host was David Monson.
LIVE: December 31, 2009
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