The program is an extension of the work Project Censored began in 1976 celebrating independent journalism while fighting media censorship, deconstructing propaganda, and supporting a truly free press. The program focuses on “The News That Didn’t Make the News.” Each week, the Project Censored team conducts in depth interviews with their guests and offer hard hitting commentary and analysis on the key political, social, and economic issues of the day with an emphasis on critical media literac ...
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News Literacy Project Podcasts
We are Project Censored and after 40 years of creating an annual book showcasing media censorship we are bringing the fight to your ears and eyes. The Project Censored Show is a weekly public affairs program that discusses independent journalism, media censorship, deconstructing propaganda, and supporting a truly free press. The program focuses on “The News That Didn’t Make the News” and each week we conduct in depth interviews with guests and offer hard hitting commentary and analysis on th ...
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Non-commercial, educational, and community-led. KCSB News is dedicated to covering underreported stories of local, national, and international importance. Our team of student and community journalists here in Santa Barbara County produces content encompassing a variety of topics, ranging from politics and public health to environmental affairs and the arts. You can listen to our newscasts on-air Monday and Thursday at 5:00 pm and new episodes of Inside Isla Vista on Wednesday at 5:00 pm, all ...
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"Is that a fact?" is produced by the non-partisan national education non-profit the News Literacy Project. It seeks to inform listeners about news literacy issues that affect their lives through informative conversations with experts working to combat misinformation.
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The Eager Beaver and Mr. Grizzly welcome you to join them and their friends at the Beaver Lodge for engaging and grown up conversations about the Canadian political and cultural scene. We curate the news and provide a non-partisan (from Progressive Conservative to Green, you'll find something to like) facts first-based analysis and commentary with a media/political/social media literacy focus. If you love politics, this is the show for you; if you loathe politics, this is the show for you. H ...
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This podcast centers the educational joys, interests, passions, and inquiries of communities of Color. We make discussions and knowledge around the education of people of Color more accessible to families and all educators, and more inclusive to teachers, non-traditional educators, and to a variety of educational spaces. Check out our website to find out more! evolvingeducationproject.com
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Welcome to Sidecar Sync: Your Weekly Dose of Innovation for Associations. Hosted by Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias, this podcast is your definitive source for the latest news, insights, and trends in the association world with a special emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its pivotal role in shaping the future. Each week, we delve into the most pressing topics, spotlighting the transformative role of emerging technologies and their profound impact on associations. With a commitm ...
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Holocaust Literacy Project Cover art photo provided by Jp Valery on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@jpvalery
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Exercise your ears and sharpen your brain with The Mind Online, hosted by Learning for Justice Senior Editor Monita Bell. Through conversations with teachers, librarians, scholars and reporters, Monita explores the critical aspects of digital literacy that shape how we create and consume content online. Discover what educators and students alike need to know—and how we can all become safer, better informed digital citizens.
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With Chicago’s media landscape changing so quickly, Charlie Meyerson from Rivet360 and Chicago Public Square and Sheila Solomon of Rivet360 host a weekly conversation about that evolution with some of the key players. Subscribe here to hear the discussion.
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**LYNC RADIO: Expanding the Conversation on Religious Freedom building, fostering social cohesion, and protecting the marginalized** Welcome to *LYNC RADIO*, the podcast dedicated to sparking conversations that build bridges across faiths, cultures, and borders. Hosted by Jessica Eturralde, *LYNC RADIO* is a platform where listeners can explore the intersection of religious freedom, multifaith collaboration, and social cohesion in real-world contexts. Each episode delves into timely, impactf ...
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For people in prison, books can be more than a pastime - they can be a lifeline to the outside world. However, new restrictions all across the country are cutting off that necessary connection. KCSB’s Juliana Chandler has the story.By KCSB News
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Revealed Biodiversity in Santa Barbara’s Channel
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11:49UCSB students and marine biology researchers gathered to collect organisms in the Santa Barbara Channel. After classifying the species, further analyses were made as each organism was examined in labs. KCSB’s Abbey Santellanes spoke with Skylah Reis, a Ph.D. student at UCSB, to uncover the steps that were taken and the importance of this oceanic re…
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Federal Regulators Crack Down on Tech Companies Over Monopolization
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2:14A judge has decided that the company that owns Instagram and Facebook, Meta, is not a monopoly. KCSB’s Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish explains more.By KCSB News
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UFCW Santa Cruz Markets Workers Authorize an Unfair Labor Practice Strike, Holding New Ownership Accountable for Improper Conduct
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7:03Grocery workers at Santa Cruz Markets in Goleta and Santa Barbara have unanimously voted to authorize an Unfair Labor Practice strike, setting the stage for a possible walkout just days before the busy Thanksgiving holiday. Union leaders say the vote is a response to what they describe as ongoing labor violations by the company, and workers are now…
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Indigenous Activists Fight Back Against Brazil’s Attempt To Commodify Their Rainforests
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2:16In Brazil, tensions escalated as Indigenous activists pushed past security at a UN Climate Conference. Tired of being excluded from summits which affect their rainforest, the activists raised concerns regarding the protection of their climate authority. KCSB’s Juliana Chandler has the story.By KCSB News
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Despite Indigenous Protests, Marine Life in the Mariana Trench Remains at Risk
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1:44The Trump administration recently announced plans to dramatically expand deep-sea mining in the western Pacific. Indigenous and local leaders are pushing back hard. KCSB’s Juliana Chandler has the story.By KCSB News
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A Look Into the Health Risks Associated with Firefighting
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3:14Air quality monitors deployed by New York Times researchers have detected that firefighters in California are frequently exposed to high levels of hazardous microscopic particles. What health risks do these firefighters face? KCSB's Olivia Zou has this story.By KCSB News
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This week we are rejoined by media scholar Nolan Higdon to discuss his latest work, “Unmasking Epstein: Power, Blackmail, and the Press’s Failures.” We also delve into the increasingly problematic world of Artificial Intelligence, the challenges and threats AI poses, and the importance of critical AI literacy. Next, Mickey speaks to Brown Universit…
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This week we are rejoined by media scholar Nolan Higdon to discuss his latest work, “Unmasking Epstein: Power, Blackmail, and the Press’s Failures.” We also delve into the increasingly problematic world of Artificial Intelligence, the challenges and threats AI poses, and the importance of critical AI literacy. Next, Mickey speaks to Brown Universit…
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Claiming the Right to Win: How IFT Built CoDeveloper with Jay Gilbert | 110
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38:34Send us a text When an association with 85 years of food science knowledge decides to launch an AI product, what happens? In this episode, Mallory Mejias sits down with Jay Gilbert, Director of Scientific Programs and Product Development at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), to explore how IFT built CoDeveloper, an AI-powered platform desig…
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Project Nimbus: Israel's Contract with Google and Amazon
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2:52Four years ago, Israel made a deal with both Google and Amazon to provide the government with AI services and cloud computing. KCSB’s Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish explains the contract and its use during the genocide against Palestinians.By KCSB News
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UC Regents Vote to Continue Tuition Increases at UC Campuses
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5:05UC Regents voted to continue their tuition stability plan that includes yearly tuition hikes at all campuses, despite fierce student opposition. KCSB’s Hunter Maher reports.By KCSB News
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In the first part of the program, Palestinian-American journalist, translator, photographer, and media analyst Laura Albast joins the show to discuss journalism as memory work, and the narrative as a battlefield upon which ever more advanced technology takes aim at Palestinian voices and lived experiences. Laura frames journalism as a commitment - …
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In the first part of the program, Palestinian-American journalist, translator, photographer, and media analyst Laura Albast joins the show to discuss journalism as memory work, and the narrative as a battlefield upon which ever more advanced technology takes aim at Palestinian voices and lived experiences. Laura frames journalism as a commitment - …
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Inside IV: Bluff Safety + Saving Deltopia
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23:01Isla Vista’s bluffs have been the scene of several tragedies over the years. During and after rain storms, saturated cliffs can be even more dangerous. KCSB's Emerson Good spoke with Captain Scott Safechuck with Santa Barbara County Fire about a recent bluff-fall rescue his team conducted. Capt. Safechuck also shares important information about how…
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The Race for AI Speed, Efficiency, & Infrastructure: Haiku 4.5, Diffusion Models, & Project Suncatcher | 109
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46:11Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory Mejias and Amith Nagarajan dive into three high-octane AI developments reshaping the landscape of innovation. They kick things off with Claude Haiku 4.5, Anthropic’s blazing-fast small model offering near-frontier performance at a fraction of the cost. Then, the hosts explore diffusion models—…
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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Del Pueblo Cafe's Future After Being Saved from Closure
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9:18After the owners of Del Pueblo Cafe, a cozy Mexican-style restaurant in Santa Barbara, announced their dire financial struggles, the community came together to raise more than $20,000 to keep the restaurant's doors open. Co-owner Giselle Cuevas gives her insight on the economic and social factors that led to their near closure, and their overall ex…
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Former NYC Executive Director for the Prevention of Hate Crimes Speaks Out on Adams Lawsuit and Department Operations
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15:02On October 28, 2025, Hassan Naveed, former Executive Director of the Office for the Prevention of Hate Crime in New York City, filed a lawsuit in the New York Supreme Court against Mayor Eric Adams, alongside several of his advisors. Naveed has cited alleged instances of workplace discrimination on the basis of race and religion as cause for his te…
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We start this week off with news that didn’t make the news from Sudan. Researcher and analyst Mosaab Baba joins us to contextualize the recent atrocities in El-Fasher, Sudan, highlighting decades-long power struggles not only inside the country but internationally as well. Mosaab explains the goals of these new imperialists and their genocidal bene…
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We start this week off with news that didn’t make the news from Sudan. Researcher and analyst Mosaab Baba joins us to contextualize the recent atrocities in El-Fasher, Sudan, highlighting decades-long power struggles not only inside the country but internationally as well. Mosaab explains the goals of these new imperialists and their genocidal bene…
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Associated Students' Save Deltopia Town Hall Invites Community Input on The IV Foot Patrol's Proposed Noise Ordinance
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9:03With Deltopia’s crowds and safety concerns growing each year, a new proposal by the IV Foot Patrol to ban amplified music for 72 hours ignited a townhall debate in Isla Vista, prompting students, law enforcement, and community leaders to confront what the future of the tradition should look like. KCSB's Emerson Good has the story.…
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ICE Raids Continue Along the Central Coast Arrests
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2:38Immigration and Customs Officials or ICE appears to be one agency that remained active during the federal government shutdown. KCSB’s Julianna Chandler explains immigration enforcement sweeps along the Central Coast have continued, uninterrupted.By KCSB News
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Zohran Mamdani will be the Next Mayor of New York City
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3:47In New York City, 34-year-old democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican activist Curtis Sliwa to win City Hall. Who is Zohran Mamdani, and what are his political stances? Here’s KCSB Hunter Maher with the story.By KCSB News
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Breaking Barriers: The Record-Setting Election of 2025
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1:45This year’s election results mark historic milestones for women and communities of color across the country, from Virginia’s first female governor to Detroit’s first woman mayor. Analysts are calling it a “year of the firsts,” as voters push for leadership that better reflects America’s growing diversity. Saniaa Ambardekar brings us a recap of the …
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The Political Life and Legacy of Dick Cheney
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2:52Former Vice President Dick Cheney, whose relentless drive to expand presidential power and reshape American foreign policy after 9/11 made him one of the most influential and controversial figures of his era, has died at the age of 84. Manny Rodriguez with KCSB News looks back on his extensive political legacy.…
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Oxnard Immigration Activist Collision Sparks Concerns From Advocacy Groups
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1:48A recent collision involving a well-known activist and federal immigration agents in Oxnard is raising concern among local advocacy groups as police continue to investigate. Reporting for KCSB News, Fiona Anderson gives us the latest developments in the case.By KCSB News
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Live from digitalNow 2025: Inside the Association Evolution | 108
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28:52Send us a text Live from digitalNow 2025 in Chicago, this special edition of Sidecar Sync brings together voices from across the association world, sharing real-life examples of AI implementation, leadership innovation, and strategic transformation. Mallory Mejias speaks with leaders from the American Paint Horse Association, the Missouri State Tea…
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Today on this special episode of the Project Censored show, we look back at 50 years of the Project with a roundtable conversation about the forthcoming State of the Free Press 2026. Joined by associate director Shealeigh Voitl and editor-at-large Andy Lee Roth, Mickey Huff and Eleanor Goldfield dig into some of that 50 year history, the echoes of …
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Today on this special episode of the Project Censored show, we look back at 50 years of the Project with a roundtable conversation about the forthcoming State of the Free Press 2026. Joined by associate director Shealeigh Voitl and editor-at-large Andy Lee Roth, Mickey Huff and Eleanor Goldfield dig into some of that 50 year history, the echoes of …
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The History of the Stolen Louvre Art Pieces: A Conversation with UCSB Art History Professor Carole Paul
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16:53An art heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris on October 19th has left eight artifacts stolen, and one damaged during the theft, including priceless jewelry worn by Napoleon's wife Marie Louise. What is the historical significance of these artifacts, and how has the heist impacted French history? KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez spoke with UCSB Art History Prof…
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Student Journalists File Lawsuit Following Threats of Deportation
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3:01Recently filed lawsuits alleging that immigration enforcement action on campuses has cast a chilling effect over immigrant and international student journalists. KCSB’s Bethany Baker has the recap of this case.By KCSB News
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Palm oil alone is not harmful, but as Indonesia's primary export, it has caused much land use change from forests, which sequester carbon, to plantations, which are much less sustainable. KCSB's Devon Szalva gives an overview of palm oil and movement in Indonesia to change the narrative.By KCSB News
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Vaccine sentiment is spilling into veterinary clinics, leading to preventable and fatal diseases for dogs and cats. KCSB's Kimberly Lucia has more on the story.By KCSB News
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UC Registered Nurses Announced Sympathy Strike
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1:57Registered nurses across the University of California system are joining a sympathy strike, joining labor union workers who are protesting staffing shortages and stalled contract negotiations. KCSB’s Emerson Good has the story.By KCSB News
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Inside IV: AS Food Bank Steps Up To Feed More Students + Haunted Isla Vista
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19:58More than 5, 000 UCSB students rely on CalFresh (SNAP) benefits, which are on hold due to the government shutdown. Find out how the Associated Students Food Bank at UCSB is pitching in to keep students fed during this uncertain time. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish speaks with Crystal Bach and Oralia Vega with the AS Food Bank to learn more. And, H…
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Dolphins & DeepMind: Cracking the Code of Animal Language with Dr. Denise Herzing | 107
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39:33Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory Mejias is joined by marine biologist and behavioral researcher Dr. Denise Herzing for a one-of-a-kind conversation about dolphins, data, and deep learning. Dr. Herzing shares insights from her 40-year study of Atlantic spotted dolphins and how that lifetime of underwater research is now poweri…
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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IV Housing Coop Residents Find a Safe Way to Celebrate Halloween Season
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7:05The county sheriff's office has strict rules in place for Isla Vista residents during Halloween, limiting loud music and big parties. As KCSB’s Elizabeth Truong explains, students who live in one IV housing coop have been celebrating all month long and honoring the meaning of the season.By KCSB News
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Ongoing Talks Between the University of California and UPTE Could Result in a UC-Wide Strike
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6:37After three weeks of private contract negotiations between the University of California and UPTE representatives, workers at the UCSB campus are preparing to strike should a deal not be struck. Today, UPTE organizers gathered outside the Arbor at the UCSB campus to begin organizing efforts. What has led up to this moment, and how are workers feelin…
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Food Insecurity Grows As SNAP Benefits Shrink: How Santa Barbara is Being Affected
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2:44As multiple states sue the Trump administration over new cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, local advocates warn the effects will be felt close to home where thousands of Santa Barbara County residents rely on CalFresh and Foodbank support to put food on the table. KCSB'S Saniaa Ambardekar has the story.…
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UCSB's External Vice President for Local Affairs Talks Noise Ordinances for Halloween and Deltopia
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11:25Questions about noise ordinances for big events like Halloween and Deltopia continue to be raised in Isla Vista. KCSB's Emerson Good sat down with EJ Raad, the External Vice President for Local Affairs, to talk about expectations for Halloween and Deltopia later this school year.By KCSB News
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Censorship at Indiana University's Student-Led Newspaper
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2:14At Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University’s student-led newspaper, questions about censorship have emerged after the university prevented the publication of a recent newspaper issue. KCSB’s Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish has the story.By KCSB News
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Reporter Mario Guevara Deported in Relation to His Journalistic Practices
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2:55Mario Guevara, a Salvadoran reporter arrested in June at a No Kings Rally, was deported in early October after more than 100 days in ICE custody. Critics claim his deportation was direct retaliation for his reporting on immigration and law enforcement issues. Graham Neiman with KCSB News has more.By KCSB News
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In the first half of the show, Eleanor Goldfield sits down with Dr. Abdalhadi Alijila to talk about his forthcoming book Fearful in Gaza, an autobiographical work that details the lived realities, emotions, connections and contradictions of growing up in Gaza. Dr. Alijila remarks on the changing of academia, once the vanguard of progressive thought…
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In the first half of the show, Eleanor Goldfield sits down with Dr. Abdalhadi Alijila to talk about his forthcoming book Fearful in Gaza, an autobiographical work that details the lived realities, emotions, connections and contradictions of growing up in Gaza. Dr. Alijila remarks on the changing of academia, once the vanguard of progressive thought…
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