Natalie Walsh

Senior Producer, These Days

Natalie Walsh has worked for KPBS since 1993 and has served in her current role as senior producer of KPBS radio’s daily talk show These Days since 2007. Prior to joining These Days, Natalie launched KPBS Television’s nightly news program, Full Focus, and served as the executive producer of the series until 2007. Prior to working on the nightly news program, Natalie was producer and production coordinator on over 60 documentaries and specials for KPBS Television, including a number of national and award-winning programs. Natalie earned a master’s degree in Mass Communications from San Diego State University, and a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Cincinnati. Natalie lives with her husband and daughter in San Carlos and enjoys gardening and travelling.

Recent Stories

Family These Days

Tijuana's Blue Tarp School Captures The Imagination

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

Family These Days

How The Deaf Community Is Dealing With Cochlear Implants

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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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The Fascinating History Of Halloween

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We'll explore the history of Halloween, from its humble origins as an agrarian, summer's end festival to the lavish celebrations of today.

Family These Days

Local Illustrator Captures Jackie Robinson's Legacy

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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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More Seniors Reentering The Workforce

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.

These Days

It's Planting Time In The San Diego Garden

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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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Budget Cuts Force SDSU Admission Policy Changes

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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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How To Conquer Fear In Troubled Times

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How does fear of losing a job or growing old impact our lives? We'll talk with best selling author Rabbi Harold Kushner about his newest book "Conquering Fear: Living Boldly in an Uncertain World."

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Learning Empathy From Apes

Are humans and other animals predisposed to take care of each other? We'll talk with noted psychologist Frans de Waal about his latest book "The Age of Empathy."

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When Being A Geek Is Chic

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Why are geeks the new chic? And how will they dominate the world? We'll talk with the author of "The Geeks' Guide to World Domination" to find out how you can empower your inner geek.

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