WOMEN’S HOUR with Patricia Law Sat Noon
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Survivors tell their own stories.
With Mike and Arthur Aguirre LIVE Sat 11am
Call in with your questions and comments at 619-790-KNSJ (5675)
KNSJ’S TALK OF THE TOWN PRESENTS A CONVERSATION ON:
PART 1–AN UNDER THE RADAR MOVE TO OPEN UP PUBLIC LANDS TO MORE HUNTING, ROLLING BACK LEAD RESTRICTIONS IN AMMUNITION, ENDANGERED WILDLIFE AND MORE
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PART 2–A RISE IN LYME DISEASE, WHAT IS HAPPENING IN SAN DIEGO, OUR HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AND MORE
JOIN MIKE AND ARTHUR AND THEIR GUEST RENÉE OWENS
UNDER THE RADAR—ATTACK ON PUBLIC LANDS, ENDANGERED SPECIES AND WILD LIFE, HOW SAN DIEGO IS AFFECTED – AND PART 2 LYME DISEASE IS ON THE RISE AND WHAT THAT MEANS FOR YOU AND SAN DIEGO, DIAGNOSIS, OUR HEALTHCARE SYSTEM’S RESPONSE
Part 1: A conversation about the dismantling of our National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS). It is not often that an experienced field researcher and biologist writes to warn us about losing protections for animals.
Our NWRS is a very basic protection for all animals, in particular birds. San Diego has over 530 bird species, many using the Pacific Flyway. There are NWRs along the flyway that depend on each other – San Diego being the last stop in the western continental United States.
The new orders from the current administration include an increase in the disgusting practice of trapping. Trapping kills many of our pets – even at Mission Bay.
Part 2: Lyme disease is on the rise. San Diegans are not exempt from the rising cases. A complex disease, a healthcare system not meeting the needs of all of us in diagnoses, treatments and more, you will want to call in with questions and comments.
Renée Owens is a wildlife conservationist and longtime resident of east San Diego County. She is a recipient of the National Geographic’s Research and Exploration Award and received a Special Commendation from the City of San Diego for her volunteer activism. She spends her free time photographing wildlife and hiking with her canine kids.
AL CHILE SPANISH RADIO con Ariana Gallegos Sat 9am
Hoy hablemos de salud mental con INGRID ALVAREZ, las vacaciones y los hijos en casa. Tendremos noticias, musica y eventos.
Today Ariana talks about mental health with INGRID ALVAREZ, vacation and kids at home, as well as news, music and community events.
Jun 24, 2026
| On America’s 250th, CA wildlife refuges honor natural wondersThe United States will turn a quarter of a millennium old next week, a time to celebrate and recognize what makes America truly great. California environmental groups say wildlife refuges are a key piece of the national fabric and should be remembered during America’s anniversary. Comments from Jeff Aardahl, wildlife biologist and a senior representative in California, Defenders of Wildlife. |
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary next week, conservation groups said national wildlife refuges remain essential to preserving the country’s natural beauty.
California’s 43 refuges span 1.6 million acres. Congress established the National Wildlife Refuge System 60 years ago, and it has grown to more than 570 sites nationwide.
Jeff Aardahl, a wildlife biologist and California senior representative for Defenders of Wildlife, said cuts from the Trump administration’s Department of Governmental Efficiency are hampering the system’s mission.
“Operational budgets have been reduced,” Aardahl pointed out. “The number of wildlife biologists, interpreters and refuge managers have also been reduced. So the National Wildlife Refuge System now is under great stress.”
California’s refuges span every corner of the state from south to north, with protected lands from San Diego Bay to Humboldt Bay, from the Salton Sea to Clear Lake. Several refuges, particularly in the San Joaquin Valley, are struggling because they depend on water allocations from the federal Bureau of Reclamation, which has prioritized water deliveries to farmers and urban areas in Southern California.
Aardahl noted the wildlife refuges, along with 262 protected areas designated by the state, shelter thousands of fragile species.
“These refuges support many imperiled native species like the southern sea otter, checkerspot and monarch butterflies, red-legged frog, San Joaquin kit fox, gray wolf, and California condor, which is endangered,” Aardahl outlined.
Much of the funding for the refuges comes directly through congressional appropriations to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Additional funding comes from the Land and Water Conservation Fund, the future of which is tied to the America the Beautiful Act, a bipartisan bill currently before the U.S. Senate.
Suzanne Potter, Producer
Suzanne Potter is a journalist with 30 years of experience as a reporter for TV, radio and print news. She spent 15 years as a local TV news reporter in Palm Springs, CA and Providence, RI. She earned a B.A. in Mass Communications from UC Berkeley and spent a year at the Sorbonne in Paris. She lives in Palm Desert, CA, is married with four children and is a longtime leader with the Boy Scouts of America
Fri 8am, Tues 7pm
Thoughtful conversations and a good way to start the day! STOP & TALK dives deep into the themes of purpose and opportunity, guided by the insights of leaders in the arts and culture, health, philanthropy, finance and innovation fields. Together, we celebrated local achievements and envisioned what’s possible in San Diego County.
https://www.prebysfdn.org/
NATIVE AMERICA CALLING M-F Noon-1pm
NATIONAL NATIVE NEWS Headlines
Friday, June 19, 2026
New docuseries tells the real story of Native history in California
For many Native people, the version of California history taught in school does not tell the whole story. For Brad Munoa, a citizen of the Pechanga Band of Indians, the inspiration for “People of the West”, a new ten-part docuseries came after learning about a California history presentation at his son’s school.
TODAY on NATIVE AMERICA CALLING
“Rainwater and Whiskey” and “Empty Hands” are the latest singles off Mohawk singer-songwriter Logan Staats’ forthcoming third album. These songs further explore Staats’ vintage country, soul and blues sound that were showcased on his 2023 Juno-nominated album, A Light in The Attic. His songwriting often centers on Indigenous rights and reclaiming identity. He continues to build on his mainstream success from winning a national Canadian music competition television series in 2018.
Cherokee and Muscogee singer-songwriter Kalyn Fay’s new album, “Garden”, channels quiet, rural life in Oklahoma. Fay waited two years before releasing the album because they “wanted to give the songs time to breathe.” The songwriting on the album is both personal and confessional, drawing inspiration from their family, their Native community, and the landscapes of Oklahoma.
Friday 8am, Tues 7pm
Grant Oliphant talks with Ramel Wallace, a multifaceted artist, activist, and community builder deeply embedded in the San Diego creative scene. Ramel’s journey, rooted in hip-hop storytelling and community engagement, provides a unique lens into the city’s history, culture, and social dynamics.
Ramel discusses his viral “We’re San Diegans” video series, which humorously and poignantly captures the essence of San Diego life, touching on local pride, cultural diversity, the city’s social issues, and of course, tacos. He also shares his perspective on the significant yet often overlooked impact of redlining and gentrification, which he is exploring through his Far South/Border North campaign.
The conversation delves into Ramel’s role as the host of CreativeMornings San Diego, his dedication to fostering creativity and care, and his commitment to cultural preservation through initiatives like “The Last Black Man in Barrio Logan.” Through his work, Ramel emphasizes the importance of intimate community connections and the powerful role of creativity in addressing societal issues.
Tune in to hear how Ramel’s artistry and activism are shaping San Diego’s future, how creativity and care are intertwined, and discover the profound ways in which art can be a catalyst for social change.
with Don Kimball Sat 2pm, Wed 7pm
A Show For and About Veterans
Tune into Friendly Fire a Voice For Veterans today at 2:00 PM PDT on KSNJ.org to hear activists demonstrating outside the Core Civic detention facility in San Diego County. Overcrowding and a lack of clean water and food plague this facility holding up to 2,000 inmates swept up by ICE down by the border with Mexico.
Sat 1pm
The Revolutionary Spirit of Iran with Behrooz Ghamari
Hedges speaks with Professor Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi, the author of “The Long War on Iran: New Events, Old Questions” (OR Books, January 2026). Ghamari is currently a visiting scholar at the Center for Place, Culture and Politics at the CUNY Graduate Center in New York. In his book, Ghamari tackles the myths perpetuated by the United States to demonize Iran in order to justify the imposition of severe sanctions and to go to war on Iran twice in less than one year. He discusses the many reasons why the Islamic Republic does not trust the United States to negotiate in good faith.
Year zero in the current struggle, Ghamari explains, was 1953 when the United States and the United Kingdom conducted a successful coup of the democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh. This led to the Iranian Revolution in 1979, described by Ghamari as “the largest, most populous revolution in world history [that] defeated the fifth largest military in the world at the time.” Following that, events such as the Eight Year War, in which the United States provided the tools for chemical warfare on Iranians by Iraq, and the betrayal of Iran by President Bush, calling it part of the Axis of Evil despite Iran playing an instrumental role with the US in defeating the Taliban in Afghanistan, have created the conditions for “ the transfer of collective revolutionary consciousness generation after generation.”
with Patricia Law Sat Noon
ELDER ABUSE AND FRAUD PROTECTION
Guests
Jaime Levine, Executive Director & Supervising Attorney
Jaime Levine serves as Executive Director and Managing Attorney of Elder Law & Advocacy. In this role, he leads the organization’s legal and advocacy programs while advancing ELA’s mission to protect the rights and well-being of older adults throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties. Jaime is committed to expanding access to justice, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring that vulnerable seniors receive the information, advocacy, and support they need to age with dignity and security.
Aurora Valdez De La Torre, Community Engagement Coordinator
Aurora Valdez De La Torre serves as the Community Engagement Coordinator at Elder Law & Advocacy. She leads outreach efforts, develops community partnerships, and coordinates educational programs that connect older adults, caregivers, and community members with free legal and Medicare resources. Drawing from her background in higher education, community advocacy, and disability justice, Aurora is passionate about increasing access to services and empowering individuals through education and community engagement.
-About Elder Law & Advocacy
Elder Law & Advocacy (ELA) is a nonprofit organization serving older adults throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties. For more than 40 years, ELA has provided free legal services, Medicare counseling, and community education to help older adults protect their rights, access benefits, and age with dignity. Through advocacy, education, and compassionate support, ELA empowers seniors, caregivers, and people with disabilities to navigate complex systems and remain informed, secure, and independent.
Legal Services
ELA’s Senior Legal Services Program provides free legal assistance and education to older adults on issues including:
Financial elder abuse and scam prevention
Consumer protection
Advance Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney
Conservatorship education
Public benefits and healthcare access
Housing and other elder law matters
Our attorneys and legal staff are committed to protecting the rights, dignity, and well-being of older adults through advocacy and education.
Senior Legal Services Contact Information:
Phone: (858) 565-1392