Making Contact
Frequencies of Change Media
"Making Contact" digs into the story beneath the story—contextualizing the narratives that shape our culture. Produced by Frequencies of Change Media (FoC Media), the award-winning radio show and podcast examines the most urgent issues of our time and the people on the ground, building a more just world through narrative storytelling and thought-provoking interviews. We cover the environment, labor, economics, health, governance, and arts and culture.
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May 9, 2010 • 29min
19-10 How We Survive: The Crisis in K-12 Education
State budgets are strapped and deep cuts to public programs continue. On this edition, we look at the crisis in K through 12 education. While the Obama administration pushes states to “Race to the Top,” teachers, parents and students are resisting budget cuts from the bottom up.
May 5, 2010 • 29min
18-10 Heavy Weather (Part II)
We’ll hear part two of a documentary called Heavy Weather, produced by freelancer Barbara Bernstein. She’ll look at how climate change is creating new challenges in urban communities as they recognize the need to think and act sustainably.
Apr 27, 2010 • 29min
17-10 LGBTQ Immigrants Speak Out
On this edition, we hear from LGBTQ immigrants in the U.S. who not only have to hide their legal identity, but their sexuality too. Their stories demonstrate why living illegally in the U.S. is not only their refuge, but also their biggest fear.
Apr 20, 2010 • 29min
16-10 Heavy Weather, Part 1
We’ll hear part one of a documentary called Heavy Weather, produced by freelancer Barbara Bernstein. She’ll explore the connections between the increase in extreme weather and our changing climate and landscapes.
Apr 14, 2010 • 29min
15-10 Tax the Rich, Help Save America
We take a look at tax revolt movements you might not have heard about, including upper income folks asking for tax increases on themselves. And we compare the tax burdens and benefits in Europe and the United States.
Apr 6, 2010 • 29min
14-10 Can American Journalism Be Saved?
The business model of journalism is collapsing. Thousands of journalists have lost their jobs, newspapers are folding, and major dailies are in bankruptcy. This week we hear a discussion about government subsidies and new funding models to save the Fourth Estate.
Mar 30, 2010 • 29min
13-10 'Soul of a Citizen'
Author Paul Loeb is re-releasing his book, ‘Soul of a Citizen: Living with Conviction in Challenging Times’. He’s collected stories of everyday people working for social justice. On this edition, we’ll hear from Loeb and two people profiled in the book.
Mar 23, 2010 • 29min
12-10 'Race, Immigration and the Fight for an Open Internet'
We present a panel discussion that looks at net neutrality and the digital divide. What is it? Why should we care? What’s at stake for immigrant communities and communities of color in the fight over who controls the Internet?
Mar 16, 2010 • 29min
11-10 Back from Copenhagen: Moving Climate Justice Forward
The climate talks at Copenhagen closed in 2009 with no binding agreements or timetables for curbing greenhouse gas emissions. Only pledges were made to avoid more than a two degree Celsius temperature increase and avoid dangerous climate change. On this edition, we hear from climate justice activists who went to Copenhagen. They say we need a system change, not climate change.
Mar 9, 2010 • 29min
10-10 Color Lines: Race and Economic Recovery
Social programs have been cut, living wage jobs are scarce and our economic system is in upheaval. On this edition, we bring you the ColorLines TV special “Race and Economic Recovery,” featuring untold stories of how racism hurts all of our economic futures.
