Cow Heaven: Saving Agricultural Land
In this edition of Making Contact, we learn how West Marin was permanently preserved as farms and agricultural open space.
Katrina Uncovers: Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans
On this edition, we go to New Orleans, where we hear from local people working to rebuild their communities.
Women Rising IV: International Changemakers Women as Religious Activists (encore edition)
In this program we profile three courageous women struggling with religious issues.
Lifeline to Kashmir
On this edition, we’ll hear from one grassroots organization that has close and personal ties to Kashmir, as they bring aid directly along with a message of hope to the people effected by the 7-point-six earthquake.
Got Rights? Global Women’s Voices for Health and Humanity
From the rise of religious fundamentalism and the implementation of the “global gag rule” to neo-liberal economics and environmental justice, the common thread running through the 10th annual International Women and Health Meeting was improved human rights for women.
The New Green Revolution
On this edition, we take a look at the challenges rural people face, and the growing international movement to gain land rights.
Harvesting Justice
On this edition, we’ll hear from speakers working on behalf of farm workers in the U.S. today, and we’ll hear from some of the farm workers themselves. Their message is clear: America’s farming community deserves our recognition and our support.
Salmonlands (encore edition)
On this edition, producer Barbara Bernstein takes us on a journey into the land of salmon. Why are they so significant and what will it take to keep them from disappearing?
What’s Up with the Weather? The Politics of Climate Change (encore edition)
On this edition, we’ll hear about whom climate is affecting, industry and government cover-ups, and those calling for action before it’s too late.
Katrina Uncovers: Activism, Racism and Environmental Justice
On this second part of a special series, we’ll talk about grass roots organizations mobilizing to do the work the U.S. government cannot or will not do. And we’ll take a look at the issue of environmental justice – how much does race and poverty play a role in where Americans live?
