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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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Comparing Farmed-Raised Fish to Wild-Caught (These Days)

Eating fish is an often-heard recommendation for a healthy diet. You've probably heard that fish, especially salmon, is rich in omega-3's an essential fatty acid. Are all fish created equal? We discuss the differences between farmed and wild-caught fish. ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:43:58 -0800 ]

New San Diego Fire Chief Faces Challenges (These Days)

What are Fire Chief Javier Mainar's goals for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department? We speak to Mainar about his promotion, and the challenges the fire department faces in these difficult budget times. ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:43:32 -0800 ]

Troop Greaters (These Days)

Troop Greaters ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:58:16 -0800 ]

Legacy Of Surfer Magazine Discussed At California Surf Fest (These Days)

When did surf media, like magazines and movies, come on the scene? And, what kind of impact has surf-related media had on the culture and business of surfing? We speak to Jim Kempton about this year's California Surf Festival, which will celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Surfer Magazine. ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:56:48 -0800 ]

What's In The New GI Bill? (These Days)

The GI Bill, signed into law in 1944 by FDR, allowed more than two million veterans to attend college. The newest GI Bill, which went into effect August 1, 2009, provides education benefits for service members who served on active duty for 90 days or more since 9/10/01 and includes the National Guard and military reserve. ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:56:11 -0800 ]

San Diego Landfill Makes Room for Food Waste Recycling (These Days)

San Diego just expanded its landfill in order to keep up with the growing demand of recycling food waste. We speak with a city official about the process of recycling food as well as two universities that are working to recycle their leftover food scraps. ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:52:10 -0800 ]

Biologist Jeff Corwin Draws Attention to the Earth's Most Endangered Species (These Days)

Scientists estimate that more than half of all existing species on earth will be extinct well before the end of the 21st century. We speak to conservationist and TV host, Jeff Corwin, about his new book, <em>100 Heartbeats: The Race to Save Earth's Most Endangered Species.</em> ...

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[ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:51:34 -0800 ]

How To Cope With Stress (These Days)

We'll look at the results of a new study on stress by the American Psychological Association and how people are dealing with it. ...

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[ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:52:22 -0800 ]

The Art of Baking Bread (These Days)

We'll talk about the art of baking and buying great bread as part of our monthly segment on food. ...

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[ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:51:51 -0800 ]

Duane Michals: Photographer Or Metaphysician? (These Days)

What if a camera could capture death? Or desire? Or jealousy? More than any other photographer, Duane Michals has spent his career pushing the medium of photography to capture the metaphysical. We'll talk to Michals about what motivates his photography. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:02:59 -0800 ]

Political Analysis: When Do Political Attacks Become Libelous? (These Days)

As President, Barack Obama is a target for all manner of criticism both political and personal. But when do allegations against the President, or any public figure, cross the line and become libelous? KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner discusses the protections and limits of the First Amendment. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:02:27 -0800 ]

What Changes Have Been Made Since Obama's Election? (These Days)

Many Americans will remember the election of Barack Obama as one of the most historic moments in our nation's history. It was one year ago today that the United States elected its first African-American president. We'll spend the hour discussing what President Obama has accomplished in the last year, and the major challenges he's faced in trying to achieve his goals for the nation. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:01:57 -0800 ]

Senator George McGovern Talks About Politics Past and Present (These Days)

Former Presidential Candidate, Senator George McGovern visits San Diego to talk about his book on Abraham Lincoln and his work in progress on the War in Afghanistan. ...

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[ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:01:26 -0800 ]

Cash For Keys Program Helps Homeowners (These Days)

The Cash for Keys program is putting money in the pockets of homeowners who are facing foreclosure. We speak with a local realtor about the program. ...

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[ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:34:58 -0800 ]

How The Deaf Community Is Dealing With Cochlear Implants (These Days)

If you were deaf and had the opportunity to hear, would you choose it? We'll explore the tension in the Deaf community over the ethics of implanting deaf children with a Cochlear implant. ...

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[ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:34:21 -0800 ]

Tijuana's Blue Tarp School Captures The Imagination (These Days)

We'll hear the true story behind the children's book and musical "Armando and the Blue Tarp School," based on events in Tijuana. ...

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[ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:33:31 -0800 ]

Preventive Pet Medicine Can Help Reduce Major Health Problems (These Days)

What can pet owners do to help prevent their cat or dog from getting a major disease, or expensive medical procedure? We speak to local veterinarian Dr. Katy Allen about the importance of preventive pet medicine. ...

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[ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:32:51 -0800 ]

The Day Of The Dead Finds New Life In The USA (These Days)

How the Mexican Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in San Diego. ...

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[ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:57:25 -0800 ]

Political Analysis: A Political Nightmare for Governor Schwarzenegger (These Days)

A recent drop in poll numbers is showing how disappointed Californians are with Governor Schwarzenegger and the budget cuts he's approved. We'll discuss how those budget cuts are working and if there are any other ways out of California's budget mess. ...

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[ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:22:49 -0700 ]

Pakistani Peace Activist Discusses Her Fight for Womens' Rights (These Days)

What's it like being a Christian woman living in the Muslim country of Pakistan? We speak to Rubina Feroze Bhatti about the challenges women and Christians face in Pakistan, and what kind of change she hopes to create by sharing these stories ...

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[ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:22:16 -0700 ]

Graverobbing, Skull Stealing, And The Search For Genius (These Days)

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[ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:21:19 -0700 ]

Sacramento Update: Water Hearings, Prison Plan Rejected (These Days)

What's expected to come out of the water legislation hearings taking place in Sacramento this week? Why did a panel of federal judges reject California's prison population reduction plan? We speak to Marianne Russ about the top stories in the state capitol. ...

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[ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:08:00 -0700 ]

San Diego Writer Talks About Being A Surrogate Mom (These Days)

Pamela MacPhee, a mother of three, was a surrogate mom for a family member whose wife suffered from cancer-related infertility. She describes her experience in a new book, "Delivering Hope." ...

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[ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:06:52 -0700 ]

What Can A Strand Of Hair Reveal About Our Eating Habits? (These Days)

What exactly are you eating when you bite into that cheeseburger or potato chip? You might be surprised. We interview "The Hair Detective," Dr. Stephen Macko, to find out how the food you eat shows up in your hair. ...

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[ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:49:11 -0700 ]

Local Illustrator Captures Jackie Robinson's Legacy (These Days)

Local illustrator Kadir Nelson captures legendary baseball great Jackie Robinson in the new children's book "Testing the Ice: A True Story of Jackie Robinson." ...

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[ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:46:53 -0700 ]

More Seniors Reentering The Workforce (These Days)

More people are delaying retirement, or coming out of it, because of financial need or boredom. We'll look at how older Americans are finding work in the modern world. ...

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[ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:46:15 -0700 ]

It's Planting Time In The San Diego Garden (These Days)

It's the beginning of the planting season in California so we'll talk with garden expert Nan Sterman about what to do in your garden for the winter. ...

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[ Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:39:50 -0700 ]

Budget Cuts Force SDSU Admission Policy Changes (These Days)

In response to state budget cuts to higher education, SDSU is changing its admission policy. We'll talk with SDSU President Stephen Weber about those changes. ...

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[ Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:39:01 -0700 ]

Political Analysis: Housing The Homeless In San Diego (These Days)

Possible locations for a permanent homeless shelter are working their way through San Diego city government. KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner has a few suggestions to add to the mix. ...

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[ Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:38:13 -0700 ]

San Diego Italian Film Festival Highlights Films Of Paolo Virzi (These Days)

Italian films may have fewer car chases and shoot 'em ups, but they make up for it in satire, political edge, and social realism. Some of the latest Italian films will be screening at the San Diego Italian Film Festival, including four films by the young, prolific director Paolo Virzi. ...

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[ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:42:22 -0700 ]

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