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If people are buzzing about something in San Diego, you'll hear about it on These Days, KPBS Radio's morning talk show. The two-hour program focuses on the issues, events and cultural trends that shape San Diego and California.


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San Diego Institute Builds an Aquafarm
Americans eat an awful lot of fish. And the wild schools of fish are taking a beating. That's why a lot of cooks and environmentalists see aquaculture as the future. Fish farming has been practiced in China for hundreds of years, and salmon farming has become quite popular along the American coast. But fish hatcheries are a rarity along the coast of California. We'll hear from a San Diego researcher who's trying to detetermine what kind of fish farming could represent a profitable and environmen...

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[ Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:25:11 PST ]


Kitty Genovese Murder Trial Prosecutor Outraged Over "Bystander Effect"
The prosecutor who tried the famous Kitty Genovese murder trial in the 1960s still cannot believe dozens of people heard a woman being murdered, but chose not to intervene....

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[ Thu, 26 Jun 2008 15:11:29 PST ]


Californians Encouraged to 'Hang Up and Drive' under New Cell Phone Laws
On July 1, 2008, two new wireless telephone laws go into effect in California. Since 80 percent of Americans say they use their cell phones at some point while driving, the laws will effect a lot of people. We'll talk about what you can and cannot do with a cell phone while driving, and the safety concerns over hands-free wireless phones. We'll also explore the impact the new laws will have on people who drive for their work. ...

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[ Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:56:17 PST ]


Film Club: Mongol, Up the Yangtze, Savage Grace, The Wackness, Mother of Tears
On this Film Club of the Air, we talk about a new epic film made in the old Hollywood style about Genghis Kahn, a documentary about the modernization of China, a stoner comedy with heart, and a tragic drama about a wealthy family with no sense of boundaries. ...

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[ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:46:05 PST ]


'Little Rock 9' Member Says Public School Segregation Exists
On Sept. 25, 1957, nine black students -- later referred to as the "Little Rock Nine" -- tried to enter Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Fifty years after one of the most famous school de-segregation moments in our nation's history, what lasting impact does this event have on public education today? We speak with Dr. Terrence Roberts, one of the original Little Rock Nine, about what went through is head that day, what motivated him and why he thinks segregation still exists in publi...

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[ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:38:38 PST ]


Legal Update: Children's Pool, Navy Sonar, Ex-Charger Lawsuit
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals makes a decision about the seals at the La Jolla Children's Pool, the Supreme Court agrees to hear a case about sonar testing off California's coast, and former San Diego Charger Steve Foley's civil lawsuit moves forward....

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[ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:23:08 PST ]


Californians Face Super Ballot in November
The November election could see a "super ballot." There may be as many as 36 state-wide propositions on the ballot in California. And with a historic presidential race in the works, voter turnout could be large. We'll talk with KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner about how the general election is shaping up for Californians. ...

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[ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:04:26 PST ]


Former U.S. Attorney David Iglesias Blasts Bush Administration Over Controversial Firings
Former U.S. Attorney David Iglesias explains why he thinks he lost his job for political reasons. He blasts the Bush administration for what he calls unprecedented firings in the history of the United States....

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[ Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:44:37 PST ]


Companies Turn to Mother Nature for Design Inspirations
Even if you haven't heard of biomimicry, you no doubt have heard of Velcro, the self-adhesion product. Velcro was inspired by nature. Swiss chemist George de Mestral copied the way cockleburs clung to his dog's coat in order to invent Velco. Today, scientists and engineers are exploring how to create everything from desert water collecting devices to fly-sized rescue robots - all inspired by nature's exquisite designs. We'll explore the science of biomimetics and how it may help create more ...

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[ Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:10:58 PST ]


Rapid Growth of Christianity Poses Conflicts for China's Communist Government
Christianity is growing rapidly in popularity in China, and the country's government is trying to figure out how to control it. Host Tom Fudge speaks to reporter Evan Osnos about FRONTLINE/World's "Jesus in China". We learn why Christianity is growing in popularity, and how the growth of that religion has been addressed by the Chinese government....

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[ Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:05:54 PST ]


New UC Prez Talks About Future of Public Higher Ed
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[ Thu, 19 Jun 2008 16:19:48 PST ]


Weekend Preview: Death Cab for Cutie, Old 97's, Kenny Burrell, The Smithereens, Billy Idol
We'll talk music this week as Death Cab for Cutie comes to town, along with the Old 97's and jazz guitarist Kenny Burrell. The Smithereens and Billy Idol are also still touring and we'll find out where you can see them from music writer Anna Maria Stephens. ...

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[ Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:02:27 PST ]


Linguist Dishes Up Political Slang
Political slang is nothing new. It's been around for a long time and in this historic presidential election year, the political lingo is as hot as ever. We'll talk with political slang expert and co-host of "A Way with Words" Grant Barrett about the use and origins of political slang. ...

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[ Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:40:47 PST ]


Troy Johnson's First Memoir About Growing Up With a Lesbian Mother
For years now, San Diegan Troy Johnson has guided locals on music, restaurant trends, and the Padres. Now he's gone personal with a new memoir about growing up with a lesbian mother. Johnson's first book has just been published and it's called Family Outing: What Happened When I Found Out My Mother Was Gay....

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[ Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:50:16 PST ]


Local Woman Recounts Her Childhood Living in Nazi Germany
What was life like for civilians living in Berlin during WWII? We speak to Eleanor Ramrath Garner about her book "Eleanor's Story: An American Girl in Hitler's Germany." Garner talks about the hardships her family endured while living in Berlin before, during and after WWII....

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[ Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:39:38 PST ]


Museum Honoring Immigrant History Opens in San Diego
America is a nation of immigrants, and San Diego is one of our nation's most diverse communities. With our close proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border, San Diego seems like the perfect place to build a museum that honors America's immigrant history. Host Tom Fudge speaks to Deborah Szekely about the grand opening of the New Americans Museum....

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[ Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:51:39 PST ]


Airline Passengers Showing More Frustration as the Industry Changes
What are the big issues facing air travelers this summer? How will the airline industry respond to higher gas prices? Will passengers willingly pay to have their baggage checked, or can we expect to see more crowded overhead bins on our next flight? Host Tom Fudge speaks to a couple air travel experts about the hot topics in airports and on airplanes this travel season. ...

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[ Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:40:51 PST ]


Former Press Secretary Speaks Out Against Bush Administration
Former press secretary Scott McClellan has been asked to testify before Congress on Friday, June 20, 2008, to discuss information in his new book "What Happened: Inside the Bush White House and Washington's Culture of Deception." Congress wants to know whether administration officials obstructed justice and engaged in a cover-up regarding the CIA leak case. We'll talk with McClellan about his White House days and why he decided to write a book that's become a lightening rod for both conservat...

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[ Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:08:59 PST ]


How do you Teach Kids to Stay Fit?
Obesity may be the single most common health problem of the new generation of Americans. And behaviors learned in childhood can determine whether people will keep their weight under control. Kerri Boutelle has made a study of the psychiatric factors that result in eating disorders, and she's helped to develop parenting strategies that help kids to learn how not to overeat. She joins us to talk about the ways that kids can avoid getting fat. ...

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[ Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:44:34 PST ]


Gone Bananas: the Fragile Existence of the World's Favorite Fruit
How did bananas change the world? We speak to author Dan Koeppel about his new book "Banana: The Fate of the Fruit That Changed the World." Koeppel discusses the different kinds of bananas, where they came from, and why there is concern about the frail plant's survival....

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[ Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:12:57 PST ]


Female BMX Bike Racer Talks About Her Participation in the Upcoming Beijing Olympics
Jill Kintner is one of the top female BMX riders in the world, and she will be representing the United States in the upcoming Olympics in Beijing. Host Tom Fudge speaks to Jill about her training, which is taking place at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista. We also speak to Jill about some of the specifics of the BMX event, which has been added to the Olympic program this year. ...

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[ Tue, 10 Jun 2008 10:57:53 PST ]


Weekend Preview: Beer, Food, Dessert
North Park has two new eateries and a brewery called Toronado. And we'll talk about the cupcake craze sweeping San Diego with City Search editor Erin Chambers. ...

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[ Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:01:49 PST ]


The U.S. Open Golf Tournament at Torrey Pines is Finally Underway
The U.S. Open is finally underway at Torrey Pines. Mark Zeigler, a local sports reporter, describes the sights and the sounds, the economic impact, and the little-known stories from the first U.S. Open ever held in San Diego....

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[ Thu, 12 Jun 2008 11:25:11 PST ]


San Diego's Biotech Industry Continues Growth
San Diego is a hotspot for biotechnology. The life science cluster in San Diego has an annual economic impact of more than $9 billion in the region. As 2008 BIO International Convention gets underway, we'll take a look at the growth and success of the biotech industry in San Diego. ...

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[ Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:58:48 PST ]


Scooter Lovers Tout Economics & Ease of Motorcycle
As gas prices soar, more people are turning to scooters as an economical and green mode of transportation. Scooter sales nationwide are up nearly 25 percent since January. We'll explore the scooter craze and culture in San Diego....

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[ Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:48:33 PST ]


San Diego Musician Gregory Page Performs in Studio
Gregory Page is a favorite among local musicians. Formerly a member of The Rugburns, Page has made numerous albums and garnered a dedicated following for his vaudevillian, troubadour sound. Page joins us in studio with some musician friends to perform his music and talk about his inspirations. ...

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[ Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:17:48 PST ]


Barry Goldwater, Jr. Says Father Would Be Disappointed by Modern-Day Conservatism
The late Senator Barry Goldwater, Sr. is considered by many as the father of the modern-day conservative movement. How would he feel about American conservatives in today's divisive political climate? We ask his son, Barry Goldwater, Jr., about his father's legacy....

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[ Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:45:05 PST ]


Rattlesnake Bites on Rise in San Diego County
Rattlesnakes are no stranger to San Diego County, but are they increasing in number and getting more venomous? Local experts answer your calls about rattlesnakes....

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[ Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:33:37 PST ]


Obama Vies for Clinton's Supporters
The presumptive Democratic and Republican presidential candidates are set following last week's final primary races. We'll take a look at the strategies of the two candidates as they gear up to battle each other for the White House. ...

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[ Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:27:58 PST ]


Attorney Tells How the Law Will Treat Same-Sex Marriage
Next week, same-sex couples will be allowed to marry in California. But the future remains unsure. California voters could pass a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marrige in the fall. Also, same-sex couples who are already in registered domestic partnerships may have to get those partnerships annulled before they can marry. The California State Supreme Court's decision to throw out the statutory ban on same-sex marriage has raised a lot of questions of how the law will treat same-sex co...

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[ Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:34:51 PST ]


San Diegans Urged to Get on the Bus
The redevelopment of San Diego's downtown core has been a shining example for the country. But it's still a downtown that people expect to navigate by car, even as the city core continues to grow in population. The threat of a lawsuit by an environmental advocacy group has caused the city of San Diego to hire internationally-renowned transit expert George Hazel to study downtown and come up with some better alternatives for moving people and traffic. Mr. Hazel joins us to talk about finding the ...

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[ Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:19:38 PST ]


Legendary CBS Sports Commentator Jim Nantz Previews U.S. Open in San Diego
Legendary sports commentator Jim Nantz described some of the most important sports moments in American history. He tells us about what a sportscaster does, how he thinks golfers will fare at this year's U.S. Open at Torrey Pines, and why he thinks the Chargers might go to the Super Bowl this year....

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[ Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:26:00 PST ]


Weekend Preview: Theater, Film, Music
We talk about two plays from small but adventurous theaters, two special film screenings, and one band called the Detroit Cobras on the weekend preview....

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[ Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:40:26 PST ]


Artist Daniel Wheeler Photographs California's Landscape from the Bottom of Swimming Pools
Los Angeles-based artist Daniel Wheeler has spent the last four years jumping into pools and photographing the resulting turbulence from the bottom of the pool. The results are lush and dreamy large-scale images of the sky and trees and movement. Wheeler talks about his work which will be on view beginning this weekend at the Lux Art Institute in Encinitas. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:25:20 PST ]


The Best Game Ever
Fifty years ago, the largest crowd ever to witness a football game tuned in to watch the blue collar Baltimore Colts take on the high rolling New York Giants in the first and only NFL championship game that has ever gone into sudden death overtime. Dubbed by many to be "The Best Game Ever", it was a time of great players, great coaches, new tactics, and the rise of television. Host Tom Fudge speaks with Mark Bowden, author of The Best Game Ever. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:20:00 PST ]


Prominent Economist Shares His Liberal Conscience
Paul Krugman is a Princeton economist and a popular, award-winning columnist for The New York Times. He's built a reputation as a liberal columnist. In fact, his new book is called "Conscience of a Liberal." He writes about the way America has shifted from years of economic disparity to years of greater equality. He talks to us about why that's important, and what he thinks could make the U.S. a more equal nation in the future. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:24:13 PST ]


Mother of Pat Tillman Won't Give Up Fight For Truth About Son's Death
Mary Tillman, the mother of fallen U.S. soldier Pat Tillman, explains why she was suspicious of how her son died in Afghanistan, why her son left the NFL serve his country, and why she rejects the Army's claim that the details of her son's death were not meant to deceive....

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[ Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:14:19 PST ]


Terry Grier takes on a Budget Firestorm as Superintendent of San Diego Schools.
Terry Grier stepped into a potentially desperate situation as he agreed to become superintendent of San Diego city schools. Hundreds of layoff notices have already been sent out to San Diego teachers, as major cuts from the state remain a strong possibility. But Grier is ready for the fight, and he'll join us in studio to talk about the challenges he's taken on and they goals he's set as superintendent of San Diego Unified. ...

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[ Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:26:36 PST ]


A UCSD Professor Seeks the Cause of Autism
Researchers are still trying to find the cause of autism. But one UCSD professor is pretty sure it relates to abnormal growth of the brain in early childhood. Eric Courchesne is now engaged in a study of autistic children that seeks to identify the genes and brain cells that cause autism. Such a discovery would go a long way toward finding ways to catch the problem early and intervene with effective treatment. You'll hear from him, and psychologist Laura Schreibman, on the causes of and treatmen...

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[ Tue, 27 May 2008 14:21:35 PST ]


After Gershwin and Chopin, Hershey Felder Takes on Beethoven
Hershey Felder has carved out a niche in theater. He marries his significant talent as a pianist with research and acting to provide audiences with stage portraits of composers George Gershwin, Frederic Chopin and Ludwig van Beethoven. Felder joins us in studio to talk about what he calls his "Composer's Sonata." ...

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[ Thu, 29 May 2008 14:59:41 PST ]


Father Lets Son Drop Out of High School to Watch Movies
David Gilmour's fifteen-year-old son Jesse hated school and was flunking every subject. David offered him a deal: Jesse could drop out of high school, not work or pay rent, but he had to watch three movies a week with his father. We'll talk to David and Jesse about their film club....

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[ Thu, 29 May 2008 14:45:23 PST ]


Reflecting on Orson Welles' 'Touch of Evil'
The movie "Touch of Evil" brought Orson Welles back into the game as one of the world's great film directors. Bill Nericcio of San Diego State says the movie also brought some welcome enlightenment to Hollywood's portrayal of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans. ...

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[ Thu, 29 May 2008 13:59:26 PST ]


Weekend Preview: Restaurants
San Diego continues its trend of becoming a major food destination on the west coast. Contributor Troy Johnson brings us up to date on new restaurant openings, breaking culinary news, and hip new trends in food. ...

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[ Thu, 29 May 2008 12:14:58 PST ]


Women Who Changed America
Have you ever wondered what the paper bag, the Underground Railroad, and Kevlar have in common? They were all invented, founded, or championed by an American woman. In the book Her Story: A Timeline of Women Who Changed America, authors Jill Tietjen and Charlotte Waisman create an illustrated timeline of influential American women and their often unrecognized accomplishments. ...

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[ Thu, 29 May 2008 11:54:17 PST ]


New Economic Figures Prove San Diego's Economy Still Weak
As is the case for the nation as a whole, San Diego's economy is not looking good. The latest edition of San Diego's Index of Leading Economic Indicators shows building permits, unemployment, and help wanted advertising are down. University of San Diego economist Alan Gin, the publisher of the index, explains why consumer confidence is weak, how gas and food prices impact consumers, and when we can expect the local economy to rebound....

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[ Thu, 29 May 2008 09:38:49 PST ]


Hot Local Races Discussed in These Days' Ballot Preview
Are you having trouble deciding who and what to vote for in the June 3 primary? KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner joins host Tom Fudge to discuss the important local and statewide races on the primary ballot. We are also joined by Bob Kittle, with the "San Diego Union-Tribune", and former mayoral candidate Pat Shea to get their thoughts on the races for San Diego Mayor and City Attorney....

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[ Wed, 28 May 2008 11:56:42 PST ]


Inside Sacramento: Budget Latest, Gay Marriage Poll, Prison Health Care
Politicians and the public weigh-in on Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's "May Revise" to the budget, a new gay marriage poll shows a majority of Californians support the idea, and prison health care reform stalls. John Myers, the Sacramento bureau chief for KQED public radio and "The California Report," joins us as we go "Inside Sacramento."...

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[ Wed, 28 May 2008 11:45:46 PST ]


Former Senator Offers Sobering Advice for America
What kind of influence does America currently have on the world? Has America's influence on the world eroded or changed in some way over recent years? If so, why? What can America do to maintain an influential role in international politics? Host Tom Fudge speaks to former governor and U.S. Senator David Boren about America's place in the world. Boren discusses why "leadership" is confused with "dominance" nowadays, and offers some advice from his new book "A Letter to America"....

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[ Wed, 28 May 2008 11:39:20 PST ]


AARP CEO Balances Tough Economic Times With Financial Security for Seniors
How do we fix our nation's dwindling social security fund and provide seniors with health care while assuring their financial security? The CEO of AARP explains his plan for economic stability, and explains why our health care system is hurting older Americans....

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[ Thu, 15 May 2008 13:31:29 PST ]


Scientists Suggest Climate Change as Cause of Malnourished Gray Whales
The California grey whale commutes past San Diego's shore ever year, either on its way to feeding grounds near Alaska or to calving waters on the Mexican coast. There was a time when the whales were seen as a conversation success story. But numbers of whales dropped dramatically ten years ago, and now biologists are observing some troubling signs of malnutrition in some of the whales. We'll talk about how the whales are doing and how global warming seems to be affecting their food supply....

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[ Wed, 14 May 2008 13:10:28 PST ]


A Postcard History of Balboa Park
Balboa Park is an urban oasis in the middle of San Diego, but did you know it was once played host to a nudist colony? Or that it was occupied by the US Navy? Historian and architect David Marshall joins us to discuss the unique evolution of Balboa Park as part of the Third Thursday Author Series hosted by SOHO, the Save Our Heritage Organization....

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[ Wed, 14 May 2008 12:55:59 PST ]


Eric Bidwell Discusses his "Revolutionary" Campaign for Mayor
What makes mayoral candidate Eric Bidwell a "revolutionary"? Host Tom Fudge speaks to Bidwell about why he's running for Mayor, and about the changes he would like to make at San Diego City Hall. ...

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[ Wed, 14 May 2008 11:00:50 PST ]


Experts Discuss Job Prospects for College Grads
What does the job market look like for 2008 college graduates? Will the nation's sagging economy drive down job prospects for this year's graduating class? Host Tom Fudge speaks to Dr. James Tarbox, from SDSU career services, about which local industries are hiring right now....

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[ Wed, 14 May 2008 10:37:28 PST ]


'Surf Orpheus' Puts Southern California Twist on Greek Classic
"Surf Orpheus" is a new musical from UCSD's Theater and Dance department. It is written and directed by Corey Madden and takes the classic myth of Orpheus and transplants it into contemporary Southern California surf culture. We talk to Madden and the musical's composer, Bruno Louchouarn. ...

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[ Tue, 13 May 2008 12:48:03 PST ]


Migrants Trapped in October Wildfires Tell Their Stories
Many migrants heading north into the US from Mexico last fall were caught in the devastating wildfires that swept through San Diego County. Local journalist Laura Castaneda captured the stories of three groups of migrants in her new documentary. We talk with the filmmaker about the impact the fires had on these people....

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[ Tue, 13 May 2008 12:45:40 PST ]


Weekend Preview: Oceanside Museum of Art, The Kooks, Festa Siciliana, Eisley

The Kooks are coming to San Diego. They're playing at the House of Blues on Sunday, and it's just one of the performances David Coddon is going to tell us about on the Weekend Preview. ...

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[ Thu, 15 May 2008 13:42:27 PST ]


Local Troubadour Steve Poltz Performs Folk Rock from New Album
Steve Poltz's fans have been waiting for a long time for a new record from the acclaimed and quirky singer-songwriter. This year, they got their wish, and more. Poltz released two albums simultaneously, one called "Traveling" and the other "Unraveling." He performs live in studio. ...

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[ Thu, 15 May 2008 13:36:09 PST ]


Citizen Bloggers Confront the Issues of June Primary

Citizen Bloggers sound off on some June election issues that are high on the agenda. ...

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[ Thu, 15 May 2008 13:34:43 PST ]


Legendary Explorer Inspires Others to Fight Global Warming
British polar explorer takes on global warming by traveling the world to inspire people to make a difference. We hear his best argument for why we should all get involved in fighting the problem. ...

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[ Tue, 06 May 2008 12:11:31 PST ]


New Book Examines San Diego's Chicano History
Chicano history in San Diego is rich and one of the defining features of our region. We talk about the growth and impact of the Chicano community in San Diego with the contributors to the book "Chicano San Diego." ...

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[ Mon, 05 May 2008 12:51:32 PST ]


Nortec Collective Talks New Album 'Tijuana Sound Machine'
Two members of Tijuana's Nortec Collective, Bostich and Fussible, have just released a new album called Tijuana Sound Machine. We talk with the band about the album and play some music. ...

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[ Wed, 07 May 2008 13:45:26 PST ]


County Orders Three New Firefighting Airplanes for Next Fire Season
What is the San Diego County Board of Supervisors doing to improve local wildfire preparedness? We speak to KPBS reporter Alison St. John about the supervisors' decision to lease three firefighting airplanes for the upcoming wildfire season. We also speak to San Miguel Fire Chief Augie Ghio about the region's long-term firefighting needs....

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[ Wed, 07 May 2008 13:44:10 PST ]


Gloria Penner On Clinton's Unclear Next Move
The outcome of the Democratic primaries in Indiana and North Carolina could reshape the presidential race. We talk about the standing of Clinton and Obama in the delegate count and popular votes and what's ahead. We also take a look at the race in the 52nd Congressional District, in which longtime Rep. Duncan Hunter is not seeking re-election....

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[ Wed, 07 May 2008 13:42:40 PST ]


Forensic Psychologist Probes the Minds of Killers

What motivates someone to commit multiple murders? Are serial killers born that way or does their upbringing foster these tendencies? How does a forensic team begin to understand a serial killer? We talk with a national expert in the field of forensic psychology teaching here in San Diego. ...

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[ Wed, 07 May 2008 13:40:45 PST ]


75 SDSU Students Arrested in Undercover Drug Sting
Almost 100 people, including about 75 SDSU students, are arrested in a comprehensive, undercover drug sting. The San Diego County District Attorney's chief of narcotics informs us that there may be more arrests in the works....

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[ Wed, 07 May 2008 13:39:38 PST ]


'The Big Sort' Examines America's Cultural Isolation

"The Big Sort" examines the increasing cultural segregation of America, and the way people of different views and backgrounds are being isolated from each other. ...

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[ Tue, 06 May 2008 13:12:14 PST ]


Borrego Springs Seeks to Become a Dark-Sky Community

If you want to see the Milky Way, you might want to head to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, which is considered one of the best places in the country to star gaze. Now, the village of Borrego Springs is hoping to become only the second place on the globe named a Dark-Sky Community where preservation of the night sky is achieved by controlling light pollution....

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[ Tue, 06 May 2008 12:15:40 PST ]


Floyd Morrow on His Campaign for the Mayor's Office
After being off the city council for more than 30 years, why does Floyd Morrow want to get back into San Diego politics? Morrow, who served as a councilman for more than a decade in the 1960's and 1970's, is now a candidate for mayor of San Diego. We speak to Morrow about his mayoral candidacy, how local government has changed, and how he thinks the city council can be improved....

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[ Tue, 06 May 2008 12:13:40 PST ]


Scientist and Ethicists Discuss Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Do embryonic stem cells hold the key to regenerative medicine that will cure diseases? Are there other kinds of stem cells that can do the same but without the controversial use of embryos? Scientists say there are at least four alternative methods to obtaining cells similar to those of embryonic stem cells. Will people continue to grapple with ethical issues? We talk about the ethics of stem cell research....

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