Latest Programs
Connecting the notes - 08/012/09 - Merry Clayton
Aug. 20, 2009, 7:50 p.m.
Aug. 20, 2009, 6:29 p.m.
Helen Caldicott, M.D., pediatrician and internationally recognized author and lecturer, hosts a weekly, one-hour radio program titled If You Love This Planet.
Produced by Scott Powell, Amanda Bellerby and Jasmin Williams. Edited by Jasmin Williams
Aug. 20, 2009, 5:49 p.m.
The Shortwave Report 08/21/09 Listen Globally!
Aug. 20, 2009, 5 p.m.
A weekly 30 minute review of news and opinion, recorded from a shortwave radio. With times and freqs for listening at home. 2 files- broadcast and slow-modem streaming. Free to rebroadcast. China, Netherlands, Cuba, and Russia.
Aug. 20, 2009, 3:43 p.m.
A media journey through variants of the theme of madness, perceived and real.
Interview with Big Mama, a DTES resident
Aug. 20, 2009, 2:05 p.m.
Big Mama is a lifer, she was sentenced for 17 yrs after defending herself against a rapist, killing him as an act of liberation. Big Mama is a resident of the DTES. She came here 15 years ago, she talk about why she came here, how she deal with drug, social housing, community organization, outreach, police... she's sharing her rage, her sadness, her desires and critics related with those issues... she's talking about her life of sexual abuse, her revolt against the oppresors and about fighting for life and surviving.
Aug. 20, 2009, 1:30 p.m.
Another in a continuing series of all female artists/bands or female fronted artists/bands featuring new and not yet released tracks from Otep and Juliette Lewis and the New Romantiques also new tracks from Hysterica, Gossip, Nico Vega and more Uncensored tracks.
Raymond Peat: Ionizing Radiation in Context, Parts 1 & 2
Aug. 20, 2009, 1:18 p.m.
Blaming the Victim of Sexual Assault
Aug. 20, 2009, 1:01 p.m.
Carleton University's recent comments towards a court case from 2007 has campuses across the country in an uproar. In this case, a woman known only as 'Jane Doe' was sexually assaulted while working after hours in a lab on Carleton campus. In this exclusive interview, Operation Wake Up! host Jane Kirby interviewed Julie Lalonde of the Coalition for a Carleton Sexual Assault Centre.
Episode 3 - August 20th - 2009
Aug. 20, 2009, 11:51 a.m.
Documentary narrative following the Richmond Rebels homeless soccer team at the 2009 Street Soccer USA cup in Washington, D.C.
Aug. 20, 2009, 11:24 a.m.
Aug. 20, 2009, 10:53 a.m.
Animal-Powered Farming & Village Building Convergence
Aug. 20, 2009, 10:15 a.m.
Carl Russell explains why he farms and logs with oxen and horses. Part of the reason: He gets to keep more of what he earns.
The Village Building Convergence is a community-wide celebration in Montpelier of sustainable living and practical homesteading skills. Organizer Ben Graham and gourmet mushroom gardener Alyssa White explain why and how they're celebrating.
Also includes commentary on health care and this week's Peak Oil Check-In, on the timing of the next oil shock.
August 20th, 2009 (Best Friends Day Episode)
Aug. 20, 2009, 9:02 a.m.
On Tonight's Episode, I will be playing tracks by artists who are playing at this weekend's Best Friends Day. I'll also be playing a selection of songs by artists who have played the festival in the past. It's the Commonwealth of Notions.
The Happy Station Show - 1500UTC Transmission August 20, 2009
Aug. 20, 2009, 9:02 a.m.
The 1500UTC transmission of Happy Station Show directed to North America/Caribbean on 9955khz, 31 Meters.
Invisible History of Afghanistan, Elizabeth Gould and Paul Fitzgerald
Aug. 20, 2009, 8:30 a.m.
US support for war lords, extremists, and terrorists who undermined Afghan governments and created the instability existing today. Offers insights directed toward US voters and President Obama.
VT Independence w/Gaelan Brown
Aug. 20, 2009, 7:06 a.m.
On this very important issue, Gaelan Brown, Editor of the bi-monthly Vermont Commons, talks about the numerous reasons and issues within the Vermont Independence movement. Excellent discussion on relevant issues.
The Happy Station Show - 0100UTC Transmission August 20, 2009
Aug. 20, 2009, 6:52 a.m.
Happy Station Show directed to South America/Caribbean at 0100UTC on August 20, 2009.
Palestine & Anarchism - Jon Elmer
Aug. 20, 2009, 6:21 a.m.
Jon Elmer talks with Black Mask's Ethan Osland about Anarchism & Palestine, as well as Canada's continuing complicity in Israeli Apartheid.
NYC CAN 9/11 Ballot Initiative (Hr 1)
Aug. 20, 2009, 5:17 a.m.
NYC CAN's Ted Walters discusses the status of the NYC 9/11 Ballot Initiative. Importantly, this petition would give New York the power to construct a formal, subpoena-powered 9/11 Investigation.
wed aug 19th ::: Talk Radio : Cris Andreae of AirCascadia with Tim Hermach of Native Forest Council
Aug. 20, 2009, 1:12 a.m.
Aug. 19, 2009, 10:36 p.m.
On the AUGUST 2009 edition of No One Is Illegal Radio we focus on the policies of Fortress Europe. We hear from activists and migrants based in Germany, active in resisting racism and borders, and in defending the rights and dignity of asylum seekers. Based on a trip to Berlin by Robyn Maynard of No One Is Illegal-Montreal, we'll hear four interviews providing context and insight into the European border regime, and grassroots organizing for justice. We also hear more about the recent No Border Camp in Calais.
Norman Nawrocki - Lunch for Insurgents
Aug. 19, 2009, 9:50 p.m.
Norman Nawrocki was in Winnipeg this week. The spoken word, cabaret, news, poetry, fiction, and sex show performer gave readings from his new book, Lunch for Insurgents. Black Mask brings you one of the pieces he performed, along with an interview discussing politics and art, and Anarchism in Canada over the past few decades.
Interview with Leonard Krog on BC Rail
Aug. 19, 2009, 8:48 p.m.
Andrew Longhurst discusses the latest fall out from the controversial privatization of BC Rail with NDP Critic for the Attorney General, Leonard Krog.
Burrard Bridge Bike Lane Report
Aug. 19, 2009, 8:05 p.m.
News 101 reporter Andrew Longhurst covers the opening of the Burrard Bridge Bike Lane in Vancouver
Report from the Egypt/Gaza border
Aug. 19, 2009, 6:33 p.m.
The people of Gaza are under siege by Israel with the complicity of the Egyptian government. Independent journalist Jon Elmer was blocked from entering Gaza from Egypt. He gave this report to Flashpoints on the Pacifica radio station KPFA in Berkeley, California.
Thanks to Flashpoints and to Jon Elmer for permission to broadcast this interview.
U.N. Intervention Debate with Anthony Fenton
Aug. 19, 2009, 6 p.m.
Anthony Fenton comments on the recent U.N. debate that involved Noam Chomsky and Jean Bricmont, highlighting problems with the controversial "Responsibility to Protect" - a doctrine that encourages interventionism.
Mapping surveillance cameras in Vancouver
Aug. 19, 2009, 5:51 p.m.
On August 23, the Vancouver Public Space Network is going to do a count of all the video cameras in Vancouver's downtown eastside and central business district. They're concerned about the growth of video surveillance in the city, particularly with the 2010 Olympics coming to town in February. Josh Paterson explains how and why the count is being made.
BC ambulance paramedics on strike
Aug. 19, 2009, 5:41 p.m.
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Environmental footprint of Obama's Cash for Clunkers program
Aug. 19, 2009, 5:33 p.m.
Michael Niman says the Obama administration's program to encourage Americans to trade in their old cars for newer models is worse for the environment than leaving them on the road. Michael Niman is a professor of journalism and media studies at Buffalo State College.