KSQD 90.7 FM Santa Cruz

KSQD 90.7 FM Santa Cruz

Author: ksqd.org Language: English Episodes: 100
Tune into the vibrant, unfiltered voice of California's Central Coast with KSQD 90.7 FM Santa Cruz. This isn't a polished, single-topic broadcast; it's a living audio snapshot of a community, captured daily from our local studio. Each episode reflects the diverse interests and urgent conversations happening here, from in-depth news analysis and cultural commentary to explorations of local art and educational issues. You'll hear directly from neighbors, activists, artists, and experts, all sharing stories that define our region's unique character. The result is a richly varied podcast that mirrors the eclectic spirit of Santa Cruz itself, offering everything from thoughtful discussions on societal shifts to celebrations of creative expression. By listening, you become part of a wider conversation, connecting with the ideas and events that shape this distinctive slice of the coast. This community radio experience, brought to you by ksqd.org, delivers an authentic and ever-changing mix of content across society, arts, and culture, ensuring no two episodes sound the same. It's your direct line to the heartbeat of the Central Coast.
Episodes
Two Strange Moments with Writer Joan Gelfand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Writer Joan Gelfand’s life so far has been bookended by what she refers to as “strange moments.” As a teenager, she left New York City for the allure of the Berkeley Women’s Movement, a time when lesbians were forming th…
Crime 101: Film Gang Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Crime 101 was the perfect remedy for a rainy day in Santa Cruz County. The 2026 crime thriller, written and directed by Bart Layton and based on Don Winslow’s 2020 novella, delivers a suspenseful and thoroughly entertain…
Defiance.org with Miles Taylor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Defiance.org with Miles Taylor “Be Bold America!” Airs February 20 2026 at 5:00pm (PT) “If a political party does not have its foundation in the determination to advance a cause that is right and that is moral, then it i…
Sinners: Film Gang Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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To summarize the immense complexity of Sinners, from screenwriter and director Ryan Coogler, feels like a near impossible task. It can be described as a horror film, a period piece, or even a musical. All three of these…
Send Help: Film Gang Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Send Help – Film Review by Molly Sullivan Send Help is a dark, twisted comedy thriller with more bite than you might expect. Directed by Sam Raimi — yes, the same director who gave us Drag Me to Hell — this film takes th…
Composer, Conductor, Early Music Expert Doug Balliett [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Andrew Schoneberg interviewed NYC based composer, conductor, instrumentalist. Doug Balliett teaches at Juliard, has had his compositions premiered at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and in Europe. Doug composes operas, co…