Who are history's unknown heroes and heroines?

On the next Your Call, we'll read between the lines of history and talk about the men and women who changed the world around them, but who are mostly unknown. We'll speak with David Talbot, author of the book series, Pulp History, and Belva Davis, San Francisco's first black female broadcast journalist. Join us live at 10 or send us an email at feedback@yourcallradio.org. What unsung historical and contemporary heroes and heroines do you think deserve recognition? It's Your Call, with Holly Kernan, and you.

Guests:

David Talbot, co-founder of Salon.com and author of Devil Dog in the series, Pulp History

Belva Davis, San Francisco's first black female broadcast journalist and author of Never in My Wildest Dreams

Karen Korematsu, co-founder of the Korematsu Institute and daughter of Fred Korematsu

Betty Reid Soskin, ranger at the Rosie the Riveter National Historical Park

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Has Your Past Determined Your Present?

Has your past determined your present? On the next Your Call, we'll have a conversation about how the decisions of our ancestors shaped who we are or hope to be. If you've made the decision to connect with your family history, what have you learned that changed the way you see yourself? Join us live at 11 or send us an email at feedback@yourcallradio.org. With many family gatherings for the holiday weekend, how can you start the intergenerational conversations that allow you to understand where you come from? It's Your Call, with Rose Aguilar and you.

Guests:
Alia Malek, an author and civil rights lawyer.

Bonnie Tsui, a freelance writer and a frequent contributor to The New York Times.

Connie Alvarez, director of Volunteer Services at KCRW; producer, KCRW's Good Food and part of Story Corps Historias

Nancy Loughridge, an 81-year-old mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was interviewed by her daughter for StoryCorps.

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