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Like It Is: 30 Minutes of Good Conversation

Podcast von Dr. Robert Franklin

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Join me for thirty minutes of compelling conversation on this award-winning public affairs program - a thought-provoking exploration into the heart of our diverse communities, highlighting relatable stories to foster deeper engagement and inspire positive change. For three decades, our mission has ignited discussions and motivated individuals to make a meaningful impact in their own communities. "Like It Is" welcomes listeners of all ages, backgrounds, and regions, as we explore intergenerational narratives from baby boomers to Gen Z and millennials. Don't miss out on our engaging storytelling and inclusive dialogue—it's an invitation to connect, learn, and be inspired.

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Episode Part 1: Sonny Buxton: The Man Behind the mic at KCSM, "The Bay Area's Jazz Station to the World" Cover

Part 1: Sonny Buxton: The Man Behind the mic at KCSM, "The Bay Area's Jazz Station to the World"

KCSM radio's own Sonny Buxton has been selected by the Jazz Journalists Association to receive the 2013 Jazz Hero Award for his contributions and dedication to broadcasting. Buxton, along with 25 other musicians and educators from the United States and Canada will be honored May 5 at the Jazz Heritage Center in San Francisco. Initially, Buxton never considered a future in radio or television as a career. In the early 1950s, he landed an internship in Los Angeles at a small radio station. Soon after, as a member of the U.S. Air Force, he became a disc jockey for the Armed Forces Radio while stationed in Tokyo in 1958. His first official broadcast show, House of Bamboo, played jazz from midnight until 1 a.m. Fascinated, Buxton sought employment at several different stations but was shunned by the racial discrimination that plagued the '50s and '60s. Radio stations were segregated which made it almost impossible to find a job. These challenges simply motivated him to push through the racial red tape. In 1962, he attained his FCC broadcasting license and tried to get a job at a radio station in Berkeley. Buxton recalls the station manager throwing his audition tape and bio in the trash after the interview. "He called me in based upon the way that the tape sounded, but when he saw me things changed," Buxton said. Undeterred by discrimination, he remained steadfast in his ambition. During his quest, he noticed that many stations were turning him down because he didn't have an engineer's license, which was necessary to work in the studio after midnight. He eventually went back to school and received his engineer's license. This was just another obstacle that Buxton fought through which lit a fire under him and boosted his confidence. As Buxton put it, "I simply wanted to eliminate any excuses."

13. Okt. 2024 - 29 min
Episode Part 2: Sonny Buxton: The Man Behind the mic at KCSM, "The Bay Area's Jazz Station to the World" Cover

Part 2: Sonny Buxton: The Man Behind the mic at KCSM, "The Bay Area's Jazz Station to the World"

Sonny Buxton has met and worked with some of the greatest entertainers in history over the years, from Duke Ellington to Sarah Vaughn, Eartha Kitt, Ray Charles, Percy Sledge and Smokey Robinson. Buxton credits Leonard Russell in Seattle and Charles Sullivan for exposing him to the business side of radio and music by booking shows, clubs and concerts at the Fillmore and the Richmond Auditorium. Buxton proved his business worth again by co-owning several clubs in Seattle years later like The District, Checkmate and Anxious Asp. In San Francisco, Buxton also opened Milestones in 1984, and co-owned Jazz at Pearl's with Pearl Wong, which closed in 2003. A few of Buxton's favorite artists include Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis Jr., Ben Webster, Dexter Gordon, Carlos Jobim and anyone with a warm sound or considered American Standard, like Irving Berlin and Frank Sinatra. Buxton feels responsible for enlightening individuals based upon his experiences. He sees a need, and proudly takes on the role to advocate and inform about jazz, a true American classic. Buxton is one of the last of a fading breed of true pioneers, both culturally and historically, in broadcasting.

13. Okt. 2024 - 29 min
Episode Part 1: U.S. Criminal Justice or Criminal Injustice? An Interview with Bryan Stevenson Cover

Part 1: U.S. Criminal Justice or Criminal Injustice? An Interview with Bryan Stevenson

In this compelling two-part interview with renowned attorney Bryan Stevenson, founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, we discuss the stark disparities within the criminal justice system. Stevenson shares his insights on how racial bias and economic status impact our U.S. justice system and create different realities for the "haves" and the "have-nots." He highlights the critical need for public defenders and the role lawyers play in creating hope and challenging injustice. He questions why, despite a surplus of lawyers, many people of color and the poor still lack adequate representation. We also explore the harsh realities faced by defendants on death row and the broader implications of poverty as a barrier to equal justice. Stevenson, a leading voice in the fight for equal justice, discusses the historical context of racial bias, from the use of lynching to intimidate African Americans to the indifference shown when "bad" individuals commit violent crimes. Stevenson emphasizes the importance of redirecting resources to prevent violence through education and intervention, urging a more responsible and complex approach, as the political expediency of promising punishment doesn't limit victimization. With a wealth of experience, including multiple victories at the United States Supreme Court and major legal challenges against unfair sentencing, Stevenson provides a powerful perspective on the ongoing struggle for equality in the criminal justice system. His work has led to significant legal and social reforms. From founding the Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice to authoring the critically acclaimed book "Just Mercy," Bryan Stevenson's impact is profound and far-reaching. This is an unforgettable conversation about justice for all in the U.S.

4. Juli 2024 - 29 min
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