An interview with Sacramento artist and basketball coach Jackie Wada
On this episode of Access on Air, neighborhood news correspondents Sammi Bringas (http://accesslocal.tv/author/sbringas/) and Melissa Franco (http://accesslocal.tv/author/mfranco/) interview local artist and basketball coach Jackie Wada (https://www.wadalifebasketball.com/trainers). Jackie Wada shares her experience as a disciplined basketball player who decided to mentor and coach young girls after receiving mentorship throughout her childhood. Jackie Wada is also an abstract artist. During the beginning of the pandemic, she was create more art and grow her business.
Jackie's website's:
wadalifebasketball.com
wadaart.com
18 Mar 2021
An interview with Samantha Sadler, founder of Daily Dose Healing
In this episode, co-hosts Melissa Franco and Kieu Anh Ngyuen Le sit down with the founder of Daily Dose Healing, Samantha Sadler. Samantha Sadler shares how her vision for Daily Dose Healing came to life and what projects she is currently working on and plans to implement into her platform.
27 Feb 2021
California’s $6.5 billion deal to reopen schools
On this week’s episode we will be discussing California’s $6.5 billion deal to reopen schools, how we feel about reopening, and what we think about distance learning.
14 Jan 2021
January 6th, 2021
One of the most historical protests by Trump loyalists happened on January 6th, 2021. Our NNC's discuss their reactions to the events that took place in D.C. and dive deeper into the hate, bigotry, and white privilege that is often seen within Trump's supporters. They also discuss the meanings and symbols of the American flag and how it is different for black and brown folk and immigrants.
28 Dec 2020
Access Local's Newest NNC's
Our newest neighborhood news correspondents Alex DeNuzzo, Kieu Anh Nguyen Le, Yashar Yisrael, and Sammi Bringas start off the second season of Access on Air by introducing themselves and dive deeper into what has led them to journalism.
25 Oct 2020
An interview with the founder of Break The Gap, Jackie Meza
Jackie Meza, 21, is the founder and executive director of Break The Gap, a non-profit organization whose mission is to serve the homeless population and bring “relief to the impact of poverty & homelessness through art, creative outreach, and resource allocation,” according to their website.
Meza shares with co-hosts Melissa Franco, Julian DeLeonardis, and Luis Rua about her journey as an activist for the unhoused population of Sacramento, California.
Break The Gap's Website (https://www.breakthegap.org/) | Break The Gap on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/breakthegaporg/)
2 Oct 2020
a Sacramento musician's experience during the pandemic
Local jazz artist Miguel Recendez, or Miggy, sits down with correspondents Luis Rua and Romeo Morales to share his experience as a musician during this years shut-downs. Miggy plays in a group called Miggy & Friends and produces lofi-hip hop beats on Soundcloud. COVID-19 has made a great impact on Miggy & Friends and has forced them to learn how to use technology and outside spaces to continue to share their music with the public.
Miggy & Friends Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/miggynfriends/) | Miggy's Beats on Soundcloud (https://soundcloud.com/miggsbeats)
16 Sept 2020
Measure U, the People’s Budget Sacramento, and experiences with the police
In this episode we talk about about City Councils vote against Measure U funding, Norcal Resists free break light repairs, and the people’s budget Sacramento. We also share some of our personal experiences with the police. Share your story’s with us to read in our next episode.
25 Aug 2020
Sac PD budget increase, The People's Budget Sacramento, and the Suffrage Centennial with guest writer
In this episode, guest writer Amalia Birch joins us to discuss the Sacramento Police budget increase, The People's Budget Sacramento, and the suffrage centennial.
5 Aug 2020
SCUSD and college students facing troubles during pandemic and the race for the vaccine
In this episode, we talk about the struggles that students from the Sacramento City Unified School district are facing as well as homeless college students and how the race for a vaccine is seeing progress.
19 Jul 2020
Sacramento closures, SCUSD’s new plan, an upcoming drive-thru art show, and Blackout Day 2020
In this week’s episode of Access on Air, neighborhood news correspondents Julian DeLeonardis, Melissa Franco, Luis Rua, and Romeo Morales share the latest reports on the closures of businesses and SCUSD; as well as discuss the upcoming Summer Spark Drive-Thru art show and Blackout Day 2020.
4 Jul 2020
Chill Sacramento, SCUSD police contract, and the Decolonization Project
In this episode of Access on Air, reporters Julia Sidley, Romeo Morales, and Julian DeLeonardis share about local activism in Sacramento. Sacramento is advocating for more mindfulness, virtual spaces for art, and having more counselors on school campuses and less cops.
23 Jun 2020
EpisodE 9:Sac Youth in Action and Census, Sac Student Advisory Council, police reform, and H.O.P.E.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of the Census and share about a contest that a local youth led organization is hosting for raising awareness about the Census. We also share about more local activism happening in Sacramento, by the Sacramento Student and Advisory Council, police reform, and event by H.O.P.E.
5 Jun 2020
Episode 8: a conversation about a unique time in history
In this episode, we discuss the police brutality and oppression that black people face in America and how a Sacramento resident, D-D-A Ponte, is organizing meditation gatherings in front of the California State Capitol amidst protests. We also discuss the life of Charles Brunson, the founder of the Sacramento Black Panther chapter and the relevancy today of his same dedication to uniting humanity. From cancelling rent for Americans during the pandemic, first time college freshman attending virtually this fall, to student homeless and Sacramento States resources for these students, we cover a range of topics in this weeks episode.
25 May 2020
Episode 7: STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH, ONLINE FALL SEMESTERS, VIRTUAL RECREATION, AND REMDESIVIR
In this week’s episode of Access on Air, reporters Julia Sidley, Julian DeLeonardis, Romeo Morales, and Luis Rua discuss the stories they have been working on.
9 May 2020
Episode 6: Quarantine Movie Night
In this episode, host Luis Rua and the other neighborhood news correspondent’s discuss the plot of the movie Snow Piercer.
2 May 2020
Episode 5
The pandemic is affecting all of our lives in different ways; here’s something to cheer you up and get your mind on other things like a giant Fortnite Travis Scott and a bunch of movies to add to your list. Stay safe everyone.
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