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KZYX Public Affairs

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KZYX is member supported community radio for Mendocino County, California. This podcast features a range of local public affairs programs from KZYX focused on issues unfolding on California's North Coast, produced by volunteer programmers at Mendocino County Public Broadcasting.

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Episodes

Art Waves: Paul Reiber and The Real Sarahs

March 01, 2023 21:22 - 57 minutes - 53 MB

February 21, 2023--This month's program features sculptor Paul Reiber, previewing a new show next month at the Willits Center for the Arts; and The Real Sarahs, who open for Mollie O'Brien and Rich Moore at SPACE Theater on Saturday, March 4th. The Sarahs, along with guitarist Alex DeGrassi, have a new release coming out later this year.

The Sports Phone for February 19, 2023

March 01, 2023 21:11 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

February 19, 2023--Join hosts Jim and Jerry Young for an hour of community call ins about all things sports.

Corporations and Democracy: Scams Targeting Seniors

February 28, 2023 23:50 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

February 16, 2023--Scams to privatize Medicare and Social Security have misleading names designed to confuse senior citizens trying to apply for the care they need and have earned. Hosts Steve and Annie talk with an expert on seniors’ issues, Ruth Carter about the latest scams to benefit Wall Street at the expense of seniors.

The Farm and Garden Show: Landrace Gardening w/ Julia Dakin

February 28, 2023 23:48 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

February 16, 2023--Host Elizabeth Archer speaks with Julia Dakin, following up on a discussion from last year, about landrace gardening.

The Cannabis Hour: Michael Katz and John Haschak

February 28, 2023 23:48 - 57 minutes - 57.2 MB

February 16, 2023--Host Jenn Procacci provides a policy update, and discusses urgent challenges facing licensed cannabis cultivators with guests Michael Katz, Executive Director of the Mendocino Cannabis Alliance, and John Haschak, 3rd District Supervisor.

The Renewable Energy Hour for February 15, 2023

February 28, 2023 23:48 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

February 15, 2023--Host Doug Livingstone covers developments in Renewable Energy. With caller inspirations, questions and concerns.

Ecology Hour: Dr. Rob Suryan on Albatrosses

February 28, 2023 23:48 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

February 14, 2023--In a world filled with wonder and mystery, Albatrosses stand out. Dr. Rob Suryan, Science Lead for the Gulf Watch Alaska Long-Term Ecosystem Research and Monitoring Program, spent years studying their movements. using new technologies to follow these famous wanderers. Dr. Suryan joins The Ecology Hour to tell us about some of the amazing things he learned by tracking these magnificent birds from the remote islands where they breed, across the wide oceans where the...

MendoLatino: Susana Bustos y Karin Weyland

February 28, 2023 23:47 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

13 de febrero de 2023--MendoLatino celebra el día del amor y de la amistad entrevistando a Susana Bustos y a Karin Weyland. Con ellas exploraremos las distintas vías que existen para desarrollar el amor propio, encontrar la luz interior, la creatividad y el poder ancestral como medios de empoderamiento y sanación.  February 13, 2023--MendoLatino celebrates the day of San Valentine by interviewing Susana Bustos and Karin Weyland. With them we explore the different ways to develop se...

Forthright Radio: Henry Giroux

February 15, 2023 21:15 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

February 10, 2023--Host Joy LaClaire speaks with internationally acclaimed author and McMaster University Professor, Henry Giroux, as he returns to share his analysis of current threats to democracy and social and environmental justice in the United States and around the world.

Universal Perspectives: Tiokasin Ghosthorse

February 15, 2023 21:09 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MB

February 9, 2023--Host Chris Skyhawk speaks with Tiokasin Ghosthorse. Ghosthorse is a member of the Cheyenne River Lakota Nation of South Dakota, as well as a member of the Center for Humans and Nature and an international speaker on Peace, Indigenous and Mother Earth perspective. He is also a Boarding School Survivor, a musician, and the host of First Voices Radio, he discusses how language shapes our reality, and how traditional indigenous wisdom, might offer us views of new reali...

Point and Click Radio for February 8, 2023

February 09, 2023 22:18 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

February 8, 2023--Join hosts Bob Laughton and Jim Heid every other Wednesday at 7pm for Point and Click Radio, with the latest computer news and time for your calls.

TKO with Karen Ottoboni: 4th District Supervisor Dan Gjerde

February 09, 2023 21:44 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

February 8, 2023--Host Karen Ottobini speaks with 4th District Supervisor Dan Gjerde, to talk about his "long-range" perspective on the county.

The Mendocino College Radio Hour with Julie McGovern: The College Centers with Amanda Xu

February 09, 2023 21:28 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB

February 7, 2023--Host Julie McGovern speaks with Amanda Xu, Dean of Centers, about the various college centers in Mendocino and Lake counties, as well as dual enrollment.

Good Ancestors and Local Treasures with Corine Pearce: Patricia Franklin & Robin Meely

February 07, 2023 23:40 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

February 6, 2023--Corine welcomes two local culture bearers, Patricia Franklin of the Scotts Valley Band of Indians and Robin Meely of the Federated Indians of Graton tribe. They discuss their role in defining Local Native art and the preservation and dissemination of living culture and tradition.

The Sports Phone for February 5, 2023

February 07, 2023 23:39 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

February 5, 2023--Join hosts Jim and Jerry Young for an hour of community call ins about all things sports.

Pride Nation 101: Introduction to Hurstory 101

February 07, 2023 23:39 - 58 minutes - 62 MB

February 3, 2023--Host Chad Swimmer has an intimate discussion with Comedienne and Activist extraordinaire, Sherry Glaser, about humor, the English language, Breasts, Bombs (not), Elections and Erections, Arrests and Unrest, and her newest One Woman Show, Introduction to Hurstory 101.

Be More Now: Lauren Sinnott

February 04, 2023 02:10 - 52 minutes - 95.3 MB

February 2, 2023--Host Blake More interviews Mendocino County artist Lauren Sinnott. A blend of painting, process and artistic discovery, they discuss Lauren’s bright life and colorful contributions to the county’s urban landscape, including her block long county history mural in Ukiah and her most recent “From Finland to Fort Bragg” mural project in Fort Bragg.

The Cannabis Hour: Cannabis Show at the County Museum

February 03, 2023 22:12 - 57 minutes - 53 MB

February 2, 2023--Host Jenn Procacci is joined by Karen Mattson, Chiah Rodriques, Richard Jergenson, and Casey O’Neill, to talk about an upcoming speaker series and show happening at the Mendocino County Museum called Cannabis in Mendocino County: Our Story.

The Renewable Energy Hour for February 1, 2023

February 02, 2023 23:33 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MB

February 1, 2023--Host Doug Livingstone covers developments in Renewable Energy. With caller inspirations, questions and concerns.

Citizen U with Dan Gjerde: Peter McNamee

February 02, 2023 23:25 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

February 1, 2023--Host Dan Gjerde speaks with Peter McNamee about his extensive pubic service as well has his work with the Grassroots Institute.

The Sports Phone for January 29, 2023

February 02, 2023 23:25 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

January 29, 2023--Join hosts Jim and Jerry Young for an hour of community call ins about all things sports.

Forthright Radio: REGENESIS by George Monbiot

January 27, 2023 21:57 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MB

January 27, 2023--Host Joy LaClaire speaks with environmental journalist, author and activist, George Monbiot, about his work and his latest book, REGENESIS: FEEDING THE WORLD WITHOUT DEVOURING THE PLANET.

Inside Education: Questions on School Improvement

January 27, 2023 21:57 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

January 27, 2023--Host Michelle Hutchins answers frequently asked question about her beliefs and ideas behind school improvement.

The Farm and Garden Show: 43rd Annual EcoFarm Conference

January 27, 2023 21:57 - 54 minutes - 68.6 MB

January 26, 2023--On The Farm & Garden Show, Michael Foley brings back news and interviews from the 43rd annual EcoFarm Conference. EcoFarm hosts the largest gathering of organic farmers on the West Coast, for workshops, talks by featured farmers, deep conversations about the state of organic farming, and networking.

Wildoak Living: Building Community

January 26, 2023 22:56 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

January 26, 2023--In the first half of the program, host Johanna speaks with Sulin Bell, President of the Ukiah branch of the American Association of University Women. Later she's joined by Madge Strong and Jane McCabe about an upcoming community building event in Willits.

Point and Click Radio for January 25, 2023

January 26, 2023 22:56 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB

January 25, 2023--Join hosts Bob Laughton and Jim Heid every other Wednesday at 7pm for Point and Click Radio, with the latest computer news and time for your calls.

TKO with Karen Ottoboni: DoT w/ Howard Dashiell

January 26, 2023 22:56 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

January 25, 2023--Host Karen Ottoboni speaks with Howard Dashiell, head of the Department of Transportation for Mendocino County, about the recent storms and their impact on DoT and their response.

The Ecology Hour with Anna Halligan: Floodplain Restoration

January 26, 2023 22:56 - 57 minutes - 105 MB

January 24, 2023--Host Anna Halligan shares a couple interviews from 2020 about flood plains: First with fisheries biologist Dave Wright about floodplain and estuary restoration, then with Issac Rios of the Manchester Point Arena Band of Pomo Indians about restoration and stewardship of the Garcia River.

Mind Body Health: Community Foundation

January 26, 2023 22:55 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

January 24, 2023--Dr. Marvin Trotter speaks with Megan Barber Allende, CEO of the Community Foundation of Mendocino County, about what the foundation is and does, and how folks can contribute to it.

The Sports Phone for January 22, 2023

January 24, 2023 23:22 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

January 22, 2023--While Jerry's lounging at a Lakers game, Jim is joined in the studio by regular caller and guest host Vince for an hour of community call ins about all things sports.

Corporations and Democracy: Money in the Midterms

January 24, 2023 22:23 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

January 19, 2023--Now that the dust is settling from the November elections, hosts Annie and Steve discuss Money in the Midterm Elections with Anna Massoglia, manager of editorial content and investigations at OpenSecrets.

The Farm and Garden Show: Internal KZYX News and Info & Tree Pruning

January 21, 2023 00:35 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB

January 19, 2023--Host Elizabeth Archer updates and informs listeners about recent staff changes within KZYX, followed by a discussion about tree pruning, with tips and tricks.

Victor Palomino Exit Interview

January 20, 2023 22:01 - 58 minutes - 29.6 MB

January 20, 2023--Departing KZYX News Director Victor Palomino talks about how his past experience prepared him for the job, what he learned from his outreach to Mendocino County's Latino population, his belief in the power of art, and his new job at Radio Bilingue.

The Renewable Energy Hour for January 18, 2023

January 20, 2023 21:06 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

January 18, 2023--Host Doug Livingstone covers developments in Renewable Energy. With caller inspirations, questions and concerns.

Disquiet on the Western Front: History of the Albion Uprising

January 19, 2023 22:52 - 59 minutes - 62.8 MB

January 17, 2023--Take a walk in the rain down to the fabled Enchanted Meadow, on the Albion River. Host Chad Swimmer speaks with Choctaw activist, guardian and forest steward Coyote about keeping a forest healthy and saving a beloved place.

Art Waves: Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore and Professional Pianist Concerts

January 19, 2023 21:40 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

January 17, 2023-- Host Victor Palomino talks with Spencer Brewer about the Ukiah Community Concert Association 30th annual Professional Pianist Concerts, coming to the Mendocino College Center Theatre and Marty Durlin talks to the versatile vocal/guitar duo Mollie O'Brien and Rich Moore, who will perform on behalf of the KZYX Building Fund on March 4th at SPACE Theatre in Ukiah and March 5th at the Little River Inn on the coast.

The Sports Phone for January 15, 2023

January 16, 2023 21:43 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

January 15, 2023--Join hosts Jim and Jerry Young for an hour of community call ins about all things sports.

Forthright Radio: TWENTY DOLLARS and CHANGE by Clarence Lusane

January 16, 2023 21:19 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

January 13, 2023--Host Joy LaClaire speaks with Howard University Political Science Professor, Clarence Lusane, to discuss his latest book, TWENTY DOLLARS and CHANGE: HARRIET TUBMAN and the ONGOING FIGHT for RACIAL JUSTICE and DEMOCRACY.

Universal Perspectives: Juan Red Hawk Domingue

January 16, 2023 21:15 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

January 12, 2023--Host Chris Skyhawk continues his series “Late Stage Capitalism: What’s next?” with guest Juan Red Hawk Domingue. Juan has a podcast called “Burn the Wagon,” which highlights numerous Indigenous voices, in an attempt to burn the wagon of patriarchy, colonialism and capitalism.

Wildoak Living: Storm Safety Tips

January 16, 2023 20:47 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

January 16, 2023--Host Johanna Wildoak shares advice and tips for staying safe during winter storms.

Point and Click Radio: Weather, Power, and AI

January 12, 2023 21:01 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

January 11, 2023--Host Jim Heid and Toby Melina start with a timely look at weather and power-management issues, then go into a fascinating interview with an AI expert on the hot new “generative AI” technologies.

Mind Body Health: CEO of The Ford Street Project Jacque Williams

January 12, 2023 20:39 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

January 10, 2023--Host Dr. Marvin Trotter speaks with Jacque Williams, CEO of The Ford Street Project in Ukiah. They discuss how Measure B monies are being used for sober living at Ford Street. With listener questions.

MendoLatino para el 9 de enero de 2023

January 12, 2023 20:34 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

9 de enero de 2023--MendoLatino es un programa local de asuntos públicos en español para el condado de Mendocino, presentado por Diana Coryat y Loreto Rojas. MendoLatino, cada segundo y cuarto lunes a las 9 am, en español, aquí mismo en KZYX y Z. January 9, 2023--MendoLatino is local public affairs in Spanish for Mendocino County, hosted by Diana Coryat and Loreto Rojas. MendoLatino, every 2nd and 4th Monday at 9am, en español, right here on KZYX and Z.

The Sports Phone for January 8, 2023

January 12, 2023 20:28 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

January 8, 2023--Join hosts Jim and Jerry Young for an hour of community call ins about all things sports.

Be More Now: Conference of the Poets

January 07, 2023 21:18 - 58 minutes - 107 MB

January 5, 2023--Host Blake More takes yet another trip down poetry lane, this time featuring Silent Motif, Conference of the Poets, and a compilation poetry CD put together by poet Kirk Lumplin with Berkeley Musicians Robert Keller and Paul Mills.

Byline Mendocino: Humboldt's 6.4 Magnitude Quake with Lauren Schmitt of KMUD

January 07, 2023 21:18 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

January 6, 2023--Host Alicia Bales gets an update on the storm inundating Mendocino with Danilla Sands of Mendocino Action News, Kate Fishman of the Mendocino Voice, Lauren Schmitt of KMUD. In the second half, Lauren Schmitt talks about the giant 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Humboldt County on December 20, and her extraordinary work reporting on the disaster and its aftermath for KMUD News.

The Farm and Garden Show: Biggest Garden Fails

January 07, 2023 21:15 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

January 5, 2023--It's the first Farm and Garden Show of 2023, and it's also host Elizabeth Archer's birthday. She celebrates with a call-in show for people to confess their biggest farm and garden failures, the lessons they learned from them, and advice to others to avoid making the same mistakes.

Pride Nation 101: The Good from 2022

January 07, 2023 04:00 - 58 minutes - 64.1 MB

January 6, 2023--Hosts Roland Cory Medina and Chad Swimmer put a fabulously positive spin on 2022 by going over all the actual great things that have happened for queer communities worldwide. From the rainbow wave in the mid-term elections to the Respect for Marriage Act, to the besaton Columbiano--the Bogota kiss-a-thon, they bring you some positively queer New Year's cheer.

The Renewable Energy Hour: All About Batteries

January 06, 2023 21:18 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

January 4, 2023--Host Doug and guest cohost Chris Love discuss batteries. What types of batteries are available? What are the pros and cons of various types, brands, chemistries and sizes? Replacing old ones or the first time considerations. Differences for off grid vs. grid tie? With listener call ins.

Citizen U with Dan Gjerde: Richard Shoemaker

January 06, 2023 21:17 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

January 4, 2023--Hosted Dan Gjerde, 4th District County Supervisor, talks about opportunities to serve in local government with former 2nd District Supervisor Richard Shoemaker.