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In Conversation with 16-year-old Richmond-based emcee Jayydon, a standout talent emerging from Kingmakers 59:58

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New Beginnings: 16-Year-Old Jayydon Debuts Bold, Reflective EP on Hard Knock Radio A Rising Voice from Richmond On this special edition of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with 16-year-old Richmond-based emcee Jayydon , a standout talent emerging from the Kingmakers artist development program. With wisdom well beyond his years, Jayydon discussed his creative process, artistic inspiration, and his determination to carve out a lane grounded in authenticity—not stereotypes. Debut EP ‘New Beginnings’ Drops Friday Jayydon’s debut EP, New Beginnings , drops Friday, June 6 on Bandcamp , showcasing six tracks that combine lyrical introspection with a mission to uplift. The project is a product of Kingmakers Music and was engineered by Grammy-winner Kevin McCann at Cool Labs in West Oakland. Not Just an Artist—A Whole Human Jayydon’s growth as an artist is inseparable from his growth as a person. Guided by Kingmakers director Jahi , he’s been developing not just bars, but character. “We’re not trying to make the best rapper,” said Jahi, “we’re trying to develop better human beings.” Their first collaboration was a track on environmental justice created with Hip Hop Public Health , tackling issues like climate change and community health through a Black cultural lens. “That was my first time recording,” Jayydon recalled, “and Jahi helped me build confidence from the jump.” Music with Purpose, Not Posturing Inspired by the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Lauryn Hill, and KRS-One, Jayydon rejects the pressure to produce songs about violence and materialism. “I just want to speak truth,” he said. “I never lived that street life, so I’m not going to fake it. This EP is me—my struggles, my growth, my healing.” Tracks like Walls and Mirrors offer inner reflections about breaking mental barriers and silencing self-doubt. The closer, Gratitude , pays homage to the artists who paved the way without receiving their due, connecting today’s youth to Hip Hop’s deeper legacy. Ownership and Integrity In a moment that drew laughter and respect, Davey D jokingly offered Jayydon cash, cars, and contracts if he would pivot to rapping about pimping and violence. Jayydon’s firm response: “I’m not in it.” As Jahi noted, “He owns his masters, his publishing. We’re setting him up like Sam Cooke.” Celebrating the Launch The album release party will take place Friday from 6–8 PM at Cool Labs (1035 7th St, West Oakland) , featuring live performances and the premiere of Jayydon’s new video for Walls , shot at Oakland Tech. Also on deck: the release of Kingmakers Beat Tape Vol. 1 showcasing fellow producers Dyson, Raymond, and Dice. Jayydon is the Future At a time when Black youth are often boxed into narrow narratives, Jayydon represents a bold countercurrent—artistic agency, lyrical depth, and cultural integrity. As Jahi puts it, “We’ll look back on this moment 10–20 years from now and say it started right here, in Oakland.” Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post In Conversation with 16-year-old Richmond-based emcee Jayydon, a standout talent emerging from Kingmakers appeared first on KPFA .…

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Right of Return Pilgrimage with Reverend Allison Tanner 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio with Reverend Allison Tanner In this powerful conversation, Davey D speaks with Reverend Allison Tanner about the upcoming Right of Return Pilgrimage , a 22-mile interfaith walk taking place Sunday, June 8, from 7 AM to 7 PM. The journey begins at the Islamic Cultural Center in Alameda and ends at the West Berkeley Shellmound, honoring Palestinian rights and connecting global struggles to local action. Rev. Tanner explains that the pilgrimage is more than symbolic—it’s a bold act of faith-based resistance grounded in calls for justice. Rooted in the tradition of “praying with our feet,” the event echoes civil rights-era activism while directly confronting genocide, displacement, and the weaponization of religion. Each of the seven walk segments will include distinct political calls to action, including: Restoring UNRWA funding Enacting an arms embargo against Israel Opposing California’s AB 715, which would erase Palestinian history from schools Supporting Alameda County’s ethical investment initiative Rev. Tanner also challenges the misuse of anti-semitism accusations to silence Palestine solidarity, especially as Christian Zionism—often driven by apocalyptic theology—co-opts both Christianity and Jewish identity. She points to Project Esther , a shadow campaign working to suppress pro-Palestinian voices under the guise of anti-hate measures, while ignoring actual antisemitism from high-profile political actors. Throughout the interview, Tanner stresses that this movement is about reclaiming faith, standing against empire, and lifting up the right to return, remain, and migrate—for Palestinians and all displaced peoples. Listeners are encouraged to register for the walk at bit.ly/RightOfReturnPilgrimage to receive a detailed guide with prayers, walking segments, and concrete actions to take—even if they can’t attend in person. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. ============================================= The post Right of Return Pilgrimage with Reverend Allison Tanner appeared first on KPFA .…

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Copaganda and the Crisis of Truth: Davey D in Conversation with Alec Karakatsanis 59:57

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In this powerful and timely episode of Hard Knock Radio , host Davey D sits down with civil rights attorney, writer, and abolitionist Alec Karakatsanis for an unflinching conversation about his groundbreaking new book, Copaganda: How Police and the Media Manipulate Our News . Karakatsanis, founder of Civil Rights Corps and a long-time advocate against mass incarceration and structural injustice, joins us to pull back the curtain on how law enforcement agencies use media to shape public perception, distract from systemic abuses, and distort our understanding of crime, safety, and justice. Drawing on years of legal advocacy and investigative work, Karakatsanis details how the police strategically push narratives that center individual crimes—often out of context or exaggerated—while obscuring the routine violence, constitutional violations, and economic exploitation that are part of the everyday machinery of policing in the U.S. He discusses how journalists, sometimes unwittingly and other times through cultivated relationships with police PR teams, amplify these stories without asking the critical questions that might reveal the deeper structural forces at play. Davey D and Karakatsanis explore real-world examples of how “copaganda” plays out in newsrooms and headlines—from viral “feel-good” videos of officers doing charity work to fear-mongering coverage of so-called crime waves. They also break down the impact this media manipulation has on public policy, jury decisions, election outcomes, and marginalized communities—particularly Black, Brown, Indigenous, and low-income populations. The conversation dives into the broader implications of media complicity in upholding carceral logic and offers strategies for both journalists and consumers of news to resist and challenge these narratives. Karakatsanis also speaks to the urgency of building alternative systems of safety and care, and why interrogating the stories we’re told about crime is crucial to building a just society. Whether you’re a journalist, organizer, policymaker, or someone trying to make sense of what justice really looks like, this episode is a vital listen. Tune in for an honest, eye-opening dialogue that unpacks one of the most insidious tools of modern policing—and what we can do to dismantle it. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Copaganda and the Crisis of Truth: Davey D in Conversation with Alec Karakatsanis appeared first on KPFA .…

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Hard Knock Radio – June 3, 2025 59:57

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Hard Knock Radio – June 2, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 30, 2025 59:59

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Hard Knock Radio – May 29, 2025 59:59

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Hard Knock Radio – May 28, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 27, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 26, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 23, 2025 59:59

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Hard Knock Radio – May 22, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 21, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 20, 2025 59:59

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Hard Knock Radio – May 19, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 16, 2025 59:57

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Hard Knock Radio – May 15, 2025 59:59

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Hard Knock Radio – May 14, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 13, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 12, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio – May 9, 2025 59:59

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510 Day, a Grassroots Oakland Tradition 59:58

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On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio , host Davey D sat down with longtime homeless advocate and cultural organizer Needa Bee to revisit the origins, intentions, and future of 510 Day , a grassroots Oakland tradition that’s now at risk of being co-opted and commodified. The conversation was both a history lesson and a call to action. The Origins: A Protest, Not a Party “510 Day would not exist without 415 Day,” Needa Bee began, referencing San Francisco’s own response to displacement and gentrification. “It was a stand people were taking against gentrification.” Inspired by San Francisco’s grassroots 415 Day, which spotlighted local resistance and community care, Needa helped bring the concept across the Bay to Oakland in 2016. It started with a simple act of solidarity—bringing food to the 415 Day organizers—and blossomed into an East Bay movement. “We said, let’s do it here, too,” Needa recalled, crediting the moment to a spontaneous conversation with fellow organizers at the now-closed Somar Lounge. That seed of an idea quickly became a powerful tradition. A Space Under Siege: Lake Merritt and Displacement 510 Day quickly became tied to Lake Merritt—a public space that had become increasingly policed and contested as Oakland gentrified. “It was a place where everyone came together—neutral ground. But after gentrification, folks were being criminalized,” Needa explained. From a 10-year-old drummer having the police called on him, to viral moments like Barbecue Becky , Needa recounted how the lake became a symbol of resistance. Davey D added context: “They love Black music… but they don’t want the people who make it.” That contradiction lies at the heart of the movement. The Threat of Co-optation Both Davey and Needa discussed the growing corporate and institutional attempts to hijack 510 Day. “The Raiders and A’s started celebrating it without any mention of the day’s original purpose,” Needa said. Even city agencies and colleges have begun rebranding their events using the 510 name—often ignoring the day’s roots in protest and resistance. “If we don’t uphold the political stance, we fall for the trap,” she warned. This Year’s 510 Day: A Full-Scale Cultural Reclamation Falling on a Saturday for the first time, this year’s 510 Day will be the biggest yet. “We’re creating a marketplace, but not just for vendors,” said Needa. “Social justice organizations are embedded throughout.” Attendees can expect open mics, DJ sets, graffiti zones hosted by Oakland legends like TDK and Willie Mays, youth programming, and panel discussions on housing justice. At the Housing Justice Zone, panels will feature groups like Wood Street Commons, East Bay Pre-Development, and Black Panther Apartments—all offering community-rooted solutions to the housing crisis. Even cosplay and Afrofuturism will be in the mix, thanks to a collaboration with Black Fae Day. “It’s about reclaiming fantasy spaces for Black folks,” Needa shared. The Message: 510 Day Is About the People “This is about taking up space,” Needa emphasized. “It’s joy as protest.” Whether through drumming, barbecuing, or open mic sessions, 510 Day is about Oaklanders resisting displacement not just with signs and slogans, but with music, food, art, and celebration. To stay updated, follow @510day on Instagram . Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post 510 Day, a Grassroots Oakland Tradition appeared first on KPFA .…

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Fund Drive Special: Cops Acquitted for the Death of Tyree Nichols and Harry Belafonte Speaks 59:58

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Davey D speak with an organizer about the officer acquitted for the death of Tyree Nichols and Harry Belafonte Speaks. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Fund Drive Special: Cops Acquitted for the Death of Tyree Nichols and Harry Belafonte Speaks appeared first on KPFA .…

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Fund Drive Special: 59:59

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Hard Knock Radio – May 5, 2025 59:57

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Hard Knock Radio – May 2, 2025 59:58

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Unpacking the Music of Sinners 59:57

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On today’s show we unpack the music of Sinners. Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Unpacking the Music of Sinners appeared first on KPFA .

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Hard Knock Radio – April 29, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Hard Knock Radio – April 29, 2025 appeared first on KPFA .

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Hard Knock Radio – April 28, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Hard Knock Radio – April 28, 2025 appeared first on KPFA .

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Hard Knock Radio – April 25, 2025 59:58

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Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson. The post Hard Knock Radio – April 25, 2025 appeared first on KPFA .

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