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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![Colin Edwards Commentaries](images/fileicons/nodigital.png)
Recorded between October 17th and November 14th, 1990.
1. The Hizb Ba’ath- October 17, 1990: Segment details the historical development of the Middle Eastern regional political party; European influence on the party’s politics, the importance of Arab nationalism in the party’s development and the party’s successful rise to power with Saddam Hussein in Iraq in 1968.
2. Richard Nagel Interview on Kuwait money transfers and Saudi Fears- October 24, 1990: Segment details how the government of Kuwait transferred many of their investments overseas before invasion by Iraqis. Some people believe that this proves they knew about the Iraqi invasion before it occurred. Also examines how the Saudi’s feel about recent regional developments.
3. Socialized Medicine- October 31, 1990: Segment focuses on a comparison of US and Canadian/British health services. Talks about rights of doctors, costs, rights of patients, etc.
4. Multi-National Force in Middle East: A Confession of Objectives in the Gulf- November 7, 1990: The various countries involved in the force and their strategies and motivations for involvement.
5. South Asian Maids in Kuwait- November 14, 1990: A report on British public opinion in regard to war in the Middle East, with a focus on British newspapers. Also a segment on Southeast Asian maids in Kuwait, their mistreatment and restriction of movement.
1 Documents Found