Bay Area Cares Podcast

Morris Knight speaks with Cameron Smith and Donell Curry of Homeless Children's Network about Jabali, a new community-based program designed to prevent substance misuse and support youth and families at risk. They explain why the program is launching now to address urgent gaps in prevention and overdose response, the warning signs loved ones should watch for, and how Jabali offers education, resources, and whole-family support—along with clear steps for anyone seeking help or wanting to get involved.

Morris Knight speaks with Nina Jackel about the growing pet abandonment crisis in California, what those staggering national numbers really mean for local shelters, and what’s driving the surge in 2026. It also highlights the impact of spay and neuter programs, how listeners can step in to help, and why National Justice for Animals Week is such a critical moment to raise awareness and protect vulnerable animals.

Morris Knight speaks with Maximus Simmons, student director for the Oakland Unified School District. The conversation focuses on youth leadership, student voice, positive change and building unity instead of division in public education — specifically through the lens of a high school student serving on the Oakland Unified School District Board. 

Morris Knight speaks with Leslie Bacho of Second Harvest of Silicon Valley about helping neighbors in need.  

Morris Knight speaks with Dr. Nicole Steinmuller, Addiction Medicine Physicial at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center about the Alcohol Addiction Prevention campaign.

Morris Knight speaks with local comedian Chelle T about her upcoming standup comedy special in Oakland.

Morris Knight speaks with Christine Benninger about Guide Dogs For The Blind and their special upcoming event in San Francisco. 

Billy Vidal talks with Ben Louie about On Lok Pace. On Lok Pace is a critical life line for seniors as need for elder care grows. Pace stands for Program of all inclusive care for the elderly. 

Billy Vidal talks with Dr. Gina Fromer about the Glide Holiday Jam. The Glide Holiday Jam is an annual fundraising concert and celebration in San Francisco that raises money for Glide, a social justice organization that serves people facing poverty, homelessness, and systemic injustice. 

Morris Knight talks with Claire Whitmore and Carolina Martinez of Scale. Scale stands for Success Capitol Access, and Leadership for entrepeneurs. It's providing small business support services to California's 4.3 million small businesses. 

Billy Vidal talks with Ben Louie about On Lok Pace. On Lok Pace is a critical life line for seniors as need for elder care grows. Pace stands for Program of all inclusive care for the elderly. 

Billy Vidal talks with Renee Ramirez about HomeFirst. Their mission is to end homelessness. They provide a full spectrum of services for those who are unhoused. 

Morris Knight speaks with members of music collective BAM (Bay Area Musicians) featuring Grammy Award-winning Tony Lindsay, Larry Batiste, Mark Thomas and Edgar DeLeon about their new single “Daydreamer.”

Morris Knight talks with James McConihe about his book, "AI Made Easy for Parents." Learn more about his book and how to use AI as a tool to help you. 

Morris Knight talks with Ryan Lee about the annual Leap Sandcastle Classic. This event will take place on October 25th. It is Northern California's largest sandcastle competition to raise funds for Bay Area arts education programs. It is a nonprofit fundraiser, and community event that brings over 5,000 people to San Francisco's Ocean Beach every year to design and construct creative sand sculptures.

Morris Knight taks with Tirrell Muhammad about Kings Accountability Group. Their mission is to serve the younger generations and to have resources and tools to help them along the way.

Billy Vidal talks with Yvonne Wood about the More Than Enough foundation. The More than Enough Foundation is dedicated to honoring and uplifiting single mothers in the Bay Area. 

Morris Knight talks with Paul Hepfer about Project Open Hand. They're celebrating their 40th anniversary. Project Open Hand’s mission is to improve health outcomes and quality of life by providing nutritious meals to the sick and vulnerable, caring for and educating our community.

Morris Knigh talks with Simone Lunquist on Open Doors to Future Possibilities which is a non-profit to help support veteran's and first responders. They provide counseling and other services for veteran's, first responders, and their family members.

Morris Knight talks with Jeannie Curley on her non-profit organization, Opening The World. Opening The World non-profit addresses trauma, and gives educational training for young adults that have experienced trauma such as loss.

Morris Knight talks with Ryan Lee about the annual Leap Sandcastle Classic. This event will take place on October 25th. It is Northern California's largest sandcastle competition to raise funds for Bay Area arts education programs. It is a nonprofit fundraiser, and community event that brings over 5,000 people to San Francisco's Ocean Beach every year to design and construct creative sand sculptures. 

Billy Vidal talks with Mr. Community, Terry Bulter. They talk about what's going on in our community. He is the Founder of Youth Sports Nation and he builds students and families through music, sports, and education. 

Morris Knight talks with Rachel Lee about Radio Day at the California Historical Radio Society in Alameda. Radio Day by the Bay is on July 19th and it's their biggest event of the year. It celebrates the history of radio and the future of broadcasting. The event features live music, a vintage radio auction, food trucks, museum tours and more! It's a free event! 

Morris Knight talks with Mirna Cervantes about the Multicultural Institute. This is a regional nonprofit serving over 3,000 individuals and families across the Bay Area.

Billy Vidal talks with Cailtin Fly from the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano County. They are an anti-hunger organization that provides food to folks in need.