SUPPORT KNSJ INDEPENDENT PUBLIC COMMUNITY RADIO, SPEAKING TRUTH TO POWER

Friends,
As we approach the end of another year in America, one thing is clear. We’re grappling with a lot. Democracy is in peril. Gun violence, antisemitism, racially-motivated hate crimes, and the wealth-gap are all on the rise. The rampant spread of misinformation throughout our increasingly corporatized digital media platforms means that now more than ever, independent media is critical to the democratic discussion. This is why KNSJ matters.

In our ten years on the air, KNSJ has featured live debates between candidates for City Council and the Mayor’s office, live productions from rallies for climate action, labor rights, civil rights, the PRIDE parade, and the Women’s March. We have more science and environment-based programs than all the other stations in San Diego County combined. The service we provide to our listeners doesn’t stop at our Public Affairs programming. KNSJ is continuing to develop the best independent music programming schedule you’ll find in the entire county. Night in and night out, listeners who tune to 89.1 FM or stream online at knsj.org will hear an incredibly eclectic array of music that will not be found on any of the corporately-monopolized stations that dominate the airwaves.

In 2024 KNSJ moved to a bigger and better studio. We hope to strengthen our terrestrial signal and we continue to expand our locally-produced programming schedule and strengthen our ties to the community through live-music events and youth-based radio-production opportunities.

This Giving Tuesday, we hope that you will consider contributing to the cause of Social Justice community radio in San Diego County by becoming a member of KNSJ. Your donation will not only help KNSJ accomplish our goals, but will also help to counteract the dangerous spread of misinformation throughout the digital landscape with the type of truth-telling that only independent media can provide. Thank you for your support and donations. Please become a sustaining member or make a one-time contribution.

PLEASE DONATE TODAY. #knsj

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

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.

StopAndTalkPodcast.org

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.

StopAndTalkPodcast.org

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.

centerforworldmusic.org

BOOK BANS: GUEST JENNIFER JENKINS

Susan and her guest Jennifer Jenkins with the San Diego Library are in conversation about

▶ Efforts to ban books, what it means to deny freedom of information and the freedom to read in a democratic society.

▶ ALSO DISCUSSED are the extensive services provided by San Diego public libraries available to everyone at no charge. You may be surprised to learn what the public libraries offer.
https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library

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