Wanda's Picks Radio Show, Wed., Sept. 19, 2018

This is a black arts and culture site. We will be exploring the African Diaspora via the writing, performance, both musical and theatrical (film and stage), as well as the visual arts of Africans in the Diaspora and those influenced by these aesthetic forms of expression. I am interested in the political and social ramifications of art on society, specifically movements supported by these artists and their forebearers. It is my claim that the artists are the true revolutionaries, their work honest and filled with raw unedited passion. They are our true heroes. Ashay!

1. Sgt. Yulanda Williams, President, Officers for Justice, joins us to talk about the Gala, Sat., Sept. 29 celebrating its 50th Anniversary.

2. Alice Aida Ayers, talented performer, singer, artist and writer, knows how to tell a story that will change how you think about your own life. Black, female, born in semi-rural poverty in the 1950s, in a culture blatant in its racism and sexism, the world was eager to convince her that she was destined to be used, abused, and discarded. In her one woman show, "It’s Me I’m Running From," Ayers names and shames the horrors, makes you laugh at human foibles, marvel at her resilience, and be inspired by her courage.This caged bird hasn’t just learned how to sing, she’s learned how to slip right through the bars. Performances are Sept. 29 in Sacramento & Oct. 4. in Oakland.

3. Liza J. Rankow, OneLife Institute, Founder & Spiritual Co-Director, Desert Rose join us to speak about TAKING THE ARROW OUT OF THE HEART
An Evening with Alice Walker & Desert Rose - World Peace Day at First Congregational Church of Oakland, 2501 Harrison.

4. Gayle Madyun and Ayodele N'Zinga join us to talk about Protection Shields: the exhibit at Oakstop, play opening this weekend at The Flight Deck and workshop at OneLife Institute Oct. 6, film available at protectionshields.net