Independent Collections
These collections were produced by independent journalists. Many of these recordings make up the bulk of the original collection of the Freedom Archives.
Subcollections
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Colin Edwards Collection
Materials representing the life-work and journalism of a Welsh radio correspondent and journalist who worked for Pacifica stations, the BBC and many other broadcasters. -
Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
This collection is produced by journalist Colin Edwards and represent a comprehensive account of the Free Speech Movement and its effect on the political climate of UC Berkeley. -
Programs produced by Kiilu Nyasha
Kiilu Nyasha is a revolutionary journalist and former member of the Black Panther Party. Kiilu still hosts Freedom Is A Constant Struggle, which now appears as a TV program. -
“Nothing is More Precious Than…” a news magazine including music and poetry
KPFA weekly news program running from 1973-1976 featuring in-depth coverage of liberation struggles around the world. -
“The Real Dragon” a news magazine including music and poetry
Real Dragon was a radio program broadcast on KPFA from 1971-1973. This news show focused on issues of national liberation, political prisoners, Vietnam and other major national and international topics.
Documents
5 Documents Found
The Lebanese Political Labyrinth
Interview with former member of the independent Nasserite movement in Lebanon. Emphasizes complexity of situation, not just a religious rivalry. Discusses US intervention and the Pan-Arab movement.
Palestine Refugees: Bagar Camp
Date: 3/1/1971Call Number: CE 480AFormat: Cass AProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Interviews with Swedish doctor and others on conditions for Palestinian refugees, including emphasis on children
Jordan Government View
Date: 3/1/1971Call Number: CE 481AFormat: Cass AProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Interview with Director-General of Information of Jordan; a short report on Black September, and other short narrations.
Nothing Is More Precious Than - Moncada Memorial
Date: 7/26/1974Call Number: NI 104AFormat: Cass AProducers: Claude Marks, Lincoln Bergman, Nancy Barrett, Gayle MarkowProgram: Nothing Is More Precious ThanCollection: “Nothing is More Precious Than…” a news magazine including music and poetry
Moncada memorial 1974 program.
Real Dragon
Call Number: RD 064AFormat: Cass AProducers: Lincoln BergmanProgram: Real Dragon/Freedom IsCollection: “The Real Dragon” a news magazine including music and poetry
This is a 7 or 8 minute fund pitch for KPFA written and performed by Lincoln Bergman, to the "tune" of Edgar Allen Poe's Raven. Original music follows composed for bass clarinet and cello by Roland Young.
5 Documents Found