With Don Kimball Wed 7pm, Sat 2pm
Don talks to VFP member Nick Mottern from Stop Killer Drones and Leila Zand PhD an Iranian native and expert on International Affairs. They’ll discuss the pitfalls of US policy towards Iran, and the potential for a wider conflict
DEMOCRACY NOW! with Amy Goodman M-F 7-8am and 6-7pm
Speeding Up the “Kill Chain”: Pentagon Bombs Thousands of Targets in Iran Using Palantir AI
Trump’s Counterterrorism Chief Resigns over Iran War, Criticizes “Pressure from Israel”
“Warmongers Come for the Media”: Trump Threatens Media with “Treason” Charges over Iran War Coverage
THE WOMEN’S RADIO HOUR with Patricia Law Wed 5pm, Sat noon, Sun 6pm
Building Authentic Community with guest Sparkle
Patricia and Sparkle are in conversation about our own authenticity, connecting with our inner self and with others, speaking from the heart, and more
Charley Lapomardo, who performs as Sparkle, is a dynamic Speaker and Vocalist known for their magnetic stage presence, effervescent energy, and soulful expression.
Classically trained from the age of 5, Sparkle has performed solo and ensemble pieces in genres including musical theater, a cappella harmony/barbershop, rock, and pop.
Charley holds a BBA in Marketing, Theater, and Media Literacy from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Today, Sparkle is based in San Diego, CA where they perform, speak, and facilitate events and workshops. They sing with the San Diego Women’s Chorus, Encore Vocal Ensemble, and Sonic Bloom Quartet.
Charley’s mission is to co-create a joyful world where all beings may be happy and free to sparkle
CIVIC CIPHER Wed 4pm
Guest RAVEN SCHWAM-CURTIS
Curtis Discusses the Political Intersection of Black and Jewish Americans Under Trump. Today’s special guest is Raven Schwam-Curtis, the Black and Jewish content creator, advocate, and speaker who creates content on social media under the name @RavenReveals.
THE ELECTRIC PICNIC with Susan Taylor Wed 3pm, Sat 7pm Mon 8am
POET LYNNE HOLYOKE
Lynne Holyoke is a San Diego–based writer, visual artist, singer, and independent researcher whose work blends poetry, music, memoir, and family history. Drawing on a life rich with artistic exploration and personal storytelling, she creates poems and songs that reflect memory, resilience, humor, and the search for meaning.
Holyoke is currently developing a series of illustrated books that weave together her poetry, music, and visual art with stories from her family’s deep American roots. When not writing or performing, she continues to explore genealogy, painting, and songwriting, allowing each discipline to inform the others. Her poetry readings often carry the spirit of spoken storytelling—intimate, reflective, and occasionally mischievous.
TALK OF THE TOWN with Mike and Arthur Aguirre Wed 1pm, Fri 3pm, Sat 11am
Replay of THE STATE OF JOURNALISM with InvestIgative Journalist JEFF McDONALD
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.
THE ELECTRIC PICNIC with Susan Taylor
Author AUDREY STEIDL
Sat 7pm, M 8am, W 3pm
Audrey returns to The Electric Picnic to talk about her latest book To Die For. Audrey reads passages from her book and she and Susan talk about the characters, back stories as well as a conversation about writing, research, inspirations, tips for writers and more.
TALK OF THE TOWN with Mike Aguirre LIVE Sat 11am-noon
SOMALI–A CONVERSATION with SHUGRI SALH
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Shugri Salh was born in the desert of Somalia and spent her early years living as a nomad. In 1992 she emigrated to North America, later attending Pacific Union College, where she graduated with honors in nursing.
She is the author of the acclaimed memoir The Last Nomad (Algonquin Books, 2021), published by one of the most respected literary houses in the United States. She also appeared as a supporting actor in Apple TV+’s Little America, in the episode focusing on a Somali immigrant community.
Although this is her first book, Shugri has been storytelling since she could talk. From her grandmother and the nomadic community in which she was raised, she heard stories and learned of their power to entertain, teach, and transform. She also collects recorded Somali stories and translates them into English to help preserve them for future generations. Alongside her writing and public speaking, she works as an infusion and cardiology nurse in San Diego, where she lives with her family.
________Awards & Recognition
Her memoir The Last Nomad has earned wide acclaim and multiple honors, including:
• Finalist – 2022 Dayton Literary Peace Prize
• Winner – 2022 Gold Nautilus Award, Multicultural & Indigenous Category
• Finalist – CALIBA/Golden Poppy Award, Martin Cruz Smith Diversity Category
• Finalist – Northern California Book Award (NCBA), Creative Nonfiction
• Apple Best Book of the Month – August 2021
• Amazon Best Book of the Month and Amazon Pick of the Month, Biographies & Memoirs – August 2021
Library Journal also strongly recommended The Last Nomad for all libraries, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.
Shugri has additionally appeared on NPR, KQED, and BBC News, where she shared her powerful story and insights from her life as a nomad and refugee.
Children’s Book
Shugri’s debut children’s book, Suban’s First Day, has already been released and reflects her deep commitment to sharing cultural narratives with younger generations.
FRIENDLY FIRE with Don Kimball Wed 7pm, Sat 2pm
A Show For and About Veterans
Join Don to hear five peace activists (one active duty in the CA National Guard) speak out against the war in Iran, and the deployment of US troops against US citizens.
DEMOCRACY NOW with Amy Goodman and Juan González M-F 7-8am and 6-7pm
Today’s news includes:
–Who Bombed Girls’ School in Iran? Reporter Nilo Tabrizy on What We Know About Massacre, 175 Killed
“–Iran Is Not Going to Surrender”: Johns Hopkins Prof. Says U.S. and Israel Underestimate Iran
–“Utter Disaster for All Involved”: Is Trump’s War on Iran Repeating Bush’s “Forever War” in Iraq?
Democracy Now! produces a daily, global, independent news hour hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. Our reporting includes breaking daily news headlines and in-depth interviews with people on the front lines of the world’s most pressing issues. On Democracy Now!, you’ll hear a diversity of voices speaking for themselves, providing a unique and sometimes provocative perspective on global events.