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  • Performing live in the KCSM record vault former Jazz in the Afternoon host Dick Conte & Bay Area stalwart Dick Fregulia join forces trading piano duties backed by bassist Steve Webber and drummer Jimmy Hobson.A native of Palo Alto, Dick Fregulia has played a wide variety of jazz piano gigs in the San Francisco Bay Area for over half a century. For 35 years he was featured Thursday nights at Washington Square Bar and Grill in San Francisco's North Beach. His early influences were Ahmad Jamal, George Shearing, and Oscar Peterson, leading to a lifelong admiration for Bill Evans as a trio pianist and Art Tatum as a solo pianist. . Dick Conte arrived in San Francisco in 1961 from his native Connecticut and has since become an integral part of the Bay Area jazz scene with his encyclopedic knowledge of jazz, formidable jazz radio presence (from the fabled KJAZ days to present-day KCSM and KKSF), and his piano performances at clubs, festivals and private venues.
  • Tim Price Quintet plays (Lennie) Tristano. Performing live in the KCSM record vault alto saxophonist, Tim Price will play Lennie Tristano melodies based on classic jazz standards comparing the melodies to the original "heads" and discussing the differences and what makes them extraordinary. Joining Tim Price will be veterans of the San Francisco Bay Area jazz scene, tenor saxophonist Tod Dickow, guitarist Terence Brewer, bassist Jim Kerwin and drummer Curt Moore. (click subject for more)
  • Daphna Edwards Ziman is an award-winning composer, filmmaker, novelist, media executive, and humanitarian. As Co-Chair of CineMersion, she built a platform dedicated to elevating film, fashion, and cultural programming worldwide. Through Justice for Women International and Children Uniting Nations, she has championed causes ranging from eradicating human trafficking to reforming foster care. She has been honored with numerous awards for her advocacy, including the Jacqueline Kennedy Award and the Spirit of Compassion Award.
  • Sit & Listen. Permaculture is a means of personal action and sustainability; emphasizing observation, efficiency, and multiple functions in design. April Sampson-Kelly, a distinguished environmental activist and permaculture expert with over 30 years of dedicated research, writing, and hands -on experience. We'll dive into April's incredible journey and uncover the wisdom she's gained from a lifetime of living and breathing permaculture principles.
  • Over the past thirty-five years, Jim Snidero has come to be known as one of the finest jazz musicians of his generation. As an alto saxophonist, composer, arranger, author and educator, Snidero has been called both a “master musician” and “alto saxophone virtuoso” by Downbeat Magazine. This week’s show is a fine example of why. Playing an extensive catalog of original compositions, Jim is joined by Phil Degreg on Piano, Dave Morgan on Bass and Reggie Jackson on Drums. From a November 6th, 2021 performance Gabe Pollack is your host for Jim Snidero – Live at the Bop Stop.
  • This episode includes long sets in memory of Spencer Taylor Jr. of the Highway QCs and Supreme Queen Mother Doris Lee Rogers (pictured) (Bibleway Temple).
  • Pamm Drake is the creator of The Tap Dancing Christmas Trees, the Alameda troupe that has become a beloved part of the Bay Area’s Holiday season, as well as making multiple appearances in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Host Scott Piehler talks with Pamm about the history of the Trees, what it takes to bring the Trees cross-country, and what it means to be a dancer for life.
  • Trevor Parham, CEO of Oakstop Inc, and Executive Director, Oakland Xchange established a partnership with Jaylen Brown, a National Basketball Association (NBA) player with the World Champions Boston Celtics and NBA Hall of Fame player Jason Kidd and current coach of the Dallas Mavericks.The Oakland Xchange is focused on bridging the racial gap in cities across the country with economic opportunities in underserved communities in Oakland, California.
  • Population Growth. Christopher Tucker discusses the importance of addressing population dynamics and the role of women and girls in fertility. He highlights the need for open conversations about population growth and its impact on the planet. Tucker emphasizes the need to invest in women and girls globally to accelerate the demographic transition. He also discusses the role of capitalism in population issues and the importance of blending the public and private sectors. Tucker calls for action in talking about population dynamics and taking steps to reduce carbon emissions and restore the environment. The conversation explores the topics of corporations, capitalism, population growth, and creating a better future. It discusses the critique of corporations and their impact on the environment, health, and future generations.The benefits and innovations brought about by capitalism are also highlighted. The conversation then shifts to the issue of population growth and the need for a demographic transition. Finally, the importance of addressing these issues and working towards a better future is emphasized.