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
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Interview with Phyllis Kotite
Call Number: CE 346Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Phyllis Kotite discusses UN Resolution 242 calling for Israel to end its illegal occupation of Palestinian and Arab lands since 1967. Israeli non-compliance is criticized and Arab (particularly Egyptian President Nasser) support for the Resolution. She criticizes the role of the US media for its uncritical support of Israel and the US position. How US policy in the Arab world, and its relationship with Israel, creates animosity towards the US and closer ties to the USSR. The relationship of the USSR to Arab states and its position towards Palestinian guerrillas.
UC January 20th Regents Meeting Press Conference
Date: 1/20/1967Call Number: CE 777Format: 1/4 3 3/4 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: BBCCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
Press conferences following the abrupt dismissal of UC President Clark Kerr on January 20th, 1967. Regents decided 14-8 to dismiss Kerr. Ronald Reagan voted to dismiss him. Speakers at press conferences are Jesse Unruh, a Democrat and regent who did not support the dismissal; Dan McIntosh, ASUC president, who explains that students will be shocked at the news; a Republican regent, last name Meyer, who supported the dismissal; and Clark Kerr himself. Kerr gives a speech detailing his appreciation of and commitment to the university and his hopes for the university's future. He then answers questions and Colin Edwards comments at the end.
2 Documents Found