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Legal Update: Thanksgiving In Court
- Nov. 17, 2009
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The Thanksgiving holiday has been the basis for some unusual lawsuits. These Days Legal Analyst Dan Eaton examines Thanksgiving in court.
Tracing Your Food Back To Its Source
- Nov. 16, 2009
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We talk to a team of KPBS journalists about the work they've done over the last six weeks, research and reporting on the food we eat. Some of what they've found out might surprise you.
Comparing Farmed-Raised Fish To Wild-Caught
- Nov. 12, 2009
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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.
Weekend Preview: Julian Plenti, Topdog/Underdog, Bent, The Drums and More
- Nov. 12, 2009
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Some great music and theater takes place around town this weekend, including a play by Pulitzer Prize-winner Suzan-Lori Parks and a solo project by Interpol frontman Julian Plenti.
New San Diego Fire Chief Faces Challenges
- Nov. 12, 2009
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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.
Maine Troop Greeters Boost Morale For American GIs
- Nov. 11, 2009
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On call 24 hours a day for the past five years, a group of senior citizens has made history by greeting more than 900,000 American troops at a tiny airport in Bangor, Maine. "The Way We Get By," a film directed by Aron Gaudet and produced by Gita Pullapilly, is an intimate look at three of these greeters as they confront the universal losses that come with aging and rediscover their reason for living. Also, the USO San Diego talks about how it is organizing local residents to greet U.S. service men and women returning from war.
What's In The New GI Bill?
- Nov. 11, 2009
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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.
Legacy Of Surfer Magazine Discussed At California Surf Fest
- Nov. 11, 2009
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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.
How Does Our Food System Contribute To Global Warming?
- Nov. 10, 2009
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How is our food and agriculture system contributing to global warming? What kind of changes need to be made in our food system to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions? We discuss the importance of sustainable food systems.
Featured Archives
Uncommon Baby Names a Growing Trend Throughout America
What's up will all these celebrities giving their babies unusual names like Apple, Shiloh, or Bronx Mowgli? Well, it's not just a celebrity fad. We speak to psychology professor Jean Twenge about her research into the growing trend of uncommon baby names in America.
Pros and Cons of Robotic Warfare
As part of our monthly series on ethics and technology, we'll look at whether robotic warfare makes the world a better place.
Video Highlights
Food: A Project Envision Documentary
"Food" is a 30-minute documentary that follows your dinner from the plate to the field, farm and ocean. The investigation reveals some surprising facts about the modern food chain. You may be surprised how far your oranges have traveled, what's in your farmed salmon, and why your chicken breasts are so large these days.
New Relocation Assistance Program For Homeowners
Home foreclosures at an all time high, but a new relocation assistance program allows banks to give money to tenants who leave quickly and quietly. KPBS Reporter Sharon Heilbrunn explains the program.
