THE ELECTRIC PICNIC with SUSAN TAYLOR Mon 8-9am

Guest Author REINA MENASCHE

Reina Lisa Menasche’s fiction crosses genres, which is something she enjoys very much. Her work has been honored by organizations such as the San Diego Writers and Editors Guild, the San Diego Book and Writing Awards, and the Southern California Writers Conference. Her paranormal romantic suspense, The Spirit of Shy Moon Lake (2021), was likened to Stephen King’s Bag of Bones. Her first psychologically themed romance Twice Begun, and her second, Silent Bird, were finalists in the San Diego Book and Writing Awards; Twice Begun is also available in audiobook. Her upcoming children’s picture book, The House That Sneezed, will be released 2023.

A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Reina is likewise involved in all matters psychological. She supervises social workers, blogs on matters of the mind and heart, and teaches workshops on psychology and character development at conferences and writing clubs. In addition, she has hosted the BOOKSHELF radio show for East County Magazine on KNSJ FM, interviewing local authors by highlighting “local literary luminaries and some great books to read.”

http://reinamenasche.com

THE ELECTRIC PICNIC WITH HOST SUSAN TAYLOR Sat 7-8pm

Susan is in conversation with singer-songwriter SHARON KATZ

THE TOPIC IS PEACE

South African-born Sharon Katz used her music to help Nelson Mandela end Apartheid by forming the country’s first 500-voice, mixed race performing group and touring aboard The Peace Train. Sharon has continued spreading a musical message of social justice worldwide through performances and numerous recordings on the Grammy first-round ballots and was featured on Sting’s Carnival! album with Elton John, Tina Turner, Annie Lennox, Ruben Blades, and Pavarotti.

An award-winning documentary about her work, When Voices Meet, has been shown in over 50 countries. Sharon continues her humanitarian work in under-developed areas of South Africa and Latin America, including communities affected by poverty, violence, inequities, and trafficking.

.http://SharonKatz.com

TALK OF THE TOWN WITH MIKE AGUIRRE SAT. 11am-Noon LIVE

TODAY’S GUEST: JEFF McDONALD, INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALIST WITH THE SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE

Mike and Jeff are in conversation about issues that were covered in 2024 in San Diego and nationally, a look at next year, what mainstream media focuses on, and more.

Jeff McDonald is a watchdog and accountability journalist at The San Diego Union-Tribune. He has been an irritant to elected officials across San Diego County since he arrived at the newspaper in 1998, although readers appear to appreciate his interest in local doings. In past years, he has drawn attention to a variety of issues, from exposing a major theft ring inside the San Diego Food Bank and lax oversight in San Diego area assisted-living homes to recurring deaths in San Diego County jails and a exposing a back-room deal between electric utility executives and California regulators that resulted in an million rebate to consumers.
jeff.mcdonald@sduniontribune.com

AL CHILE SPANISH RADIO EN VIVO LIVE SAT 9AM
Con Ariana Gallegos Call us with your comments 619-790-5675

Music Current News Interviews Lively Discussions

¡Acompáñanos todos los sábados a las 9 a. m.! Ariana Gallegos presenta el programa Al Chile, patrocinado por el Employee Rights Center, te ofrece debates profundos y entrevistas reveladoras con invitados que marcan la diferencia en nuestra comunidad.
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Join us every Saturday at 9am. Ariana Gallegos presents the program Al Chile, sponsored by the Employee Rights Center. You will hear deep discussions and eye-opening interviews with guests making a difference in our community.
Care to be part of the conversation? Call us live with your questions and comments at 619-790-5675

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Dr. Benjamin Maxwell: Community Can Help Youth Thrive Psychologically and Flourish

This episode offers a profound look at how we can collectively support the resilience and growth of the next generation, ensuring they thrive in an increasingly complex world.

Dr. Benjamin Maxwell, Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Rady Children’s Hospital, joins host Grant Oliphant to discuss enhancing youth psychological well-being, challenges to mental and behavioral health, and comprehensive solutions that go beyond the clinic. He shares the importance of early intervention and the vital role the community plays in creating environments that help young people flourish. His collaborations with organizations like Sapien Labs, YMCA of San Diego, and Outdoor Outreach showcase how collective efforts can tackle the root causes of mental health struggles, fostering resilience and thriving communities.

They also examine the impacts of social isolation, screen time and social media, and fragmented family connections on the rise of youth mental health crises. Dr. Maxwell reminds us of our ability to take on huge challenges and offers practical ways parents can address these issues.

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Hosted by Gail Stewart and co-host Raul Sandelin. Join the San Diego Screenwriters Studio for three fantastic interviews with Actors, Directors, and Screenwriters who were accepted to Austin Film Festival. Host Gail Stewart interviews them all to find out they developed their respective scripts, how they procured the actors, and how they pulled it all together in order to be selected at the highly prestigious Austin Film Festival.
° “THE UNDERSTUDY”: PETER PASYK WRITER/DIRECTOR
° “VIAL”: CAROLINE IAFFALDANO WRITER/DIRECTOR
° “FORTUNE”: COREY COTT ACTOR/WRITER
The San Diego Screenwriters Studio is dedicated to helping the emerging screenwriter navigate the film industry and get their script produced! Please join us!

Gail Stewart, former KFMB Radio/Television Investigative reporter and recovering Sacramento Public Safety Lobbyist, is your Producer/Host. Gail provides tips, big-wig interviews, and her never ending, first-hand adventures which include Script Competitions, Writers’ Retreats, and everything else she is doing daily to break into Hollywood. Her glass is ALWAYS half full!

Co-host Raul Sandelin is a veteran San Diego documentarist and College Writing Professor who regales listeners with his vast screenwriting experience and ever-present dry wit..

Hoy hablamos del desempleo con Alor Calderon director de ERC. En arte y cultra entrevistamos a muralista Mario Chacon.

¡Acompáñanos todos los sábados a las 9 a. m.! Ariana Gallegos presenta el programa Al Chile , patrocinado por el Employee Rights Center, te ofrece debates profundos y entrevistas reveladoras con invitados que marcan la diferencia en nuestra comunidad.
An exciting hour with news, interviews and music hosted by Ariana Gallegos.

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It’s time for our CommUnity Holiday Gathering!

It has been quite a year to say the least, and we will be spending time together reflecting on the work we’ve done and the work ahead, while deepening our relationships and building stronger community connections. Enjoy music from KNSJ DJs and special performances, and food from our community potluck! Bring a dish, drink or dessert to share if you are able.

Date: Monday, December 16
Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Joyce Beers Community Center, 3900 Vermont, SD CA 92103

Regardless of what you celebrate, we welcome you to join our annual holiday gathering for community care. Please RSVP HERE to join us!

GUEST DAN YATES

In this episode, Grant engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dan Yates, board chair of the Prebys Foundation and co-founder/CEO of Endeavor Bank. A true San Diego native, Dan’s journey from Paradise Hills to becoming a leading civic figure in San Diego reveals a profound commitment to community and service. Dan shares his experiences growing up in a diverse and complex environment, which instilled in him a deep sense of empathy and a drive to uplift his community. His story highlights the significant role of his upbringing, particularly the influence of his parents, in shaping his values of kindness, service, and inclusion.

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A DIVERSE WORLD THROUGH MUSIC AND DANCE

Today Patricia and her guess are in conversation about music’s power in connections and collective experiences, as a universal language, community building, healing, school music programs and more.

ABOUT CENTER FOR WORLD MUSIC

The Center for World Music is a nonprofit organization whose primary purpose is to foster intercultural awareness and understanding through in-depth encounters with the world’s performing arts traditions. In support of this goal, Center for World Music sponsors educational programs for people of all ages, live and online performances, and a wide range of community partnerships and activities.

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