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
![Nothing Is More Precious Than](images/thumbnails//5301.jpg)
Date: 11/16/1974Call Number: NI 046Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Claude Marks, Nancy Barrett, Mark Schwartz, with others thankedProgram: Nothing Is More Precious ThanCollection: “Nothing is More Precious Than…” a news magazine including music and poetry
Begins with report on and part of Yassir Arafat speech to the UN, then Vietnam situation and Vietnam veterans. Roundup of California prison news, then report on trial of New Haven 3 (alleged Black Liberation Army) and hunger strike of Assta Shakur to see HER OWN doctor after birth of her child in prison. Ends with a detailed report on longtime political prisoner Martin Sostre.
![Arafat at Damascus](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 10/28/1969Call Number: CE 004Format: CassetteProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: Arafat at DamascusCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Large-scale international press conference of Yasir Arafat. He is questioned for more than two hours by journalists from around the world. Recorded at Damascus University.
![Palestine PDFLP - Part 1](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 3/10/1971Call Number: CE 207Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Edwards explains the politics of various Palestinian resistance organizations, interviews two members of the Democratic Popular Front for Liberation in Palestine (PDFLP) about the unification of Palestinian resistance groups as well as the impact of Israeli occupation on Palestinian people. Also an international message about anti-imperialism and solidarity with all national liberation groups.
![Palestine PDFLP - Part 2](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 3/10/1971Call Number: CE 208Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Edwards explains the politics of various Palestinian resistance organizations, interviews two members of the Democratic Popular Front for Liberation in Palestine (PDFLP) about the unification of Palestinian resistance groups as well as the impact of Israeli occupation on Palestinian people. Also an international message about anti-imperialism and solidarity with all national liberation groups.
![Palestine PDFLP - Part 3](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 3/10/1971Call Number: CE 209Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Edwards explains the politics of various Palestinian resistance organizations, interviews two members of the Democratic Popular Front for Liberation in Palestine (PDFLP) about the unification of Palestinian resistance groups as well as the impact of Israeli occupation on Palestinian people. Also an international message about anti-imperialism and solidarity with all national liberation groups.
![The Palestinian Revolution - Part 1](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 4/1/1970Call Number: CE 239Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: The Palestinian RevolutionCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
An introduction to the history of Zionism in Palestine. Interviews with officials from Palestinian revolutionary organizations about relations among their organizations their goals, philosophies, and political, social, and military activities.
![The Palestinian Revolution - Part 2](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 4/1/1970Call Number: CE 240Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: The Palestinian RevolutionCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
An introduction to the history of Zionism in Palestine. Interviews with officials from Palestinian revolutionary organizations about relations among their organizations their goals, philosophies, and political, social, and military activities.
![The Palestinian Revolution - Part 3](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 4/1/1970Call Number: CE 241Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: The Palestinian RevolutionCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
An introduction to the history of Zionism in Palestine. Interviews with officials from Palestinian revolutionary organizations about relations among their organizations their goals, philosophies, and political, social, and military activities.
![John Bonar Reports on Arab Guerrillas - Part 1](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 3/4/1971Call Number: CE 264Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
About experiences with Palestinian guerrillas, military operations, and clashes between different Palestinian liberation groups and Arab governments. Includes details about Black September and Bonar's experience on a successful mission with al Fateh troops in the Israeli-occupied Golan heights.
Colin Edwards explains different Palestinian liberation organizations and lists those killed by Israel's program to assassinate Palestinian leaders.
![John Bonar Reports on Arab Guerrillas - Part 2](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Date: 3/4/1971Call Number: CE 265Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
About experiences with Palestinian guerrillas, military operations, and clashes between different Palestinian liberation groups and Arab governments. Includes details about Black September and Bonar's experience on a successful mission with al Fateh troops in the Israeli-occupied Golan heights.
Colin Edwards explains different Palestinian liberation organizations and lists those killed by Israel's program to assassinate Palestinian leaders.