On this episode of Meraki Radio: Perspectives, Alison B and Deema talk numbers in a variety of ways. From patterns to Strogatz, they cover a lot of ground. Tune in for more. *Note, during a discussion about people declining vaccination in the United States, Alison B mentions white supremacy at a root, and wanted to clarify off air-- those who are not eligible for vaccination or have health reasons that prevent them from vaccination are not included in this comment, of course. However, the overarching issue of white privilege is clear with regards to vaccine hesitancy in the USA.
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This week on Celtic Songlines the session features Alasdair Fraser with Natalie Haas as well as with Tony McManus, Michael Black, Cherish the Ladies and Davy Spillane, Canadian Celtic folk artist Paddy Tutty, outstanding bodhrán player Colm Phelan, Ireland's Altan, from Wales the band Fernhill and Tony McManus with Julia Toaspern.
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The prediction a few weeks ago, inspired by this year’s ravaging wildfires, that “every acre [in California] can and will burn” — does that really apply to Davis? And if the drought continues through this coming winter and spring, does Davis have the water it needs? Today we talk with Stan Gryczko, director of Public Works Utilities & Operations for the city, and Joe Tenney, Davis fire chief, about the city’s water supplies, conservation, and the fire risks facing Davis in 2021.
(Credits: Illustration by Mark Deamer; excerpt from “Song of the Sea” written and played by Randy Mahrer)
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Mon, 09/20/2021 - 8:00am | Rohan
Mariachi is a genre of Mexican folk music that dates back to the 18th century. Find out about Mariachi's rich cultural heritage, unique instruments, distinctive style of singing, and eye-catching clothing that add depth and texture to the Mexican story. Then meet Mariachi Puente, a talented group of junior high and high school musicians in Davis. Hiram and Ximena Jackson and Arianna Ramirez tell us how the group was formed and how they continue to practice and perform during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then visit Jalisco, a state in western Mexico whose motto is "Jalisco es México" (Jalisco is Mexico). Mariachi, the sombrero, tequila, birria, Mexican rodeo, ranchera music, and the Mexican hat dance all have their roots in Jalisco.
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California is seeing a surge in cases of COVID-19 driven by the highly infectious delta variant. We talk with Dr. Monica Gandhi, an infectious disease expert at UCSF, about what this means for students and the community. Interview conducted by Max Davis-Housefield.
Producers- Stella Maze & Max Davis-Housefield, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
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Sun, 09/19/2021 - 10:10am | DJ Dirk
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