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This month has brought a shower of new podcasts for your playlist. The NPR One team gathered a few returning favorites as well as some fresh releases from across public media.

On Midday Edition, we look at the community's efforts to keep Queen Bee’s doors open after the death of the building's owner.

San Diego resident Yvonne Elkin was determined to get her $100 dollars back.

Join the Soul Seekers for a night of timeless hits, eclectic energy, and music that moves the heart. Although The Soul Seekers have only been together for about two years, they are rooted in the soft classic rock of the late '60s and '70s. Their repertoire includes music by The Moody Blues, Van Morrison, Linda Ronstadt, Bread, Glen Campbell, Chicago, and Gospel/contemporary Christian songs, showcasing an eclectic and diverse style. Performing across North County San Diego, the band brings a wealth of experience, with its five members collectively boasting about 233 years of professional musicianship—four of whom have been playing professionally for over 40 years each. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/the-soul-seekers

Anat Cohen, renowned for her expressive virtuosity and infectious charisma, has been an international jazz star for two decades, with a long string of releases ranging from hard-swingers to lilting balladry, exploring a world of music along the way. The perennial winner of “Clarinetist of the Year” titles from DownBeat, Jazz Times, and the Jazz Journalists Association, Fresh Air’s Terry Gross credits Cohen with “bringing the clarinet to the world” and The New York Times hails her a “Master.” The clarinetist’s newest release is Bloom, the second album by her foursome Quartetinho (pronounced “quartet-CHIN-yo”).The band name is Portuguese for “little quartet,” although the players make a big, color-rich sound, each an ace on multiple instruments: Anat on various clarinets,Tal Mashiach on bass and guitar, Vitor Gonçalves on piano and accordion, and James Shippon on vibraphone and percussion. The members of Quartetinho have an extensive collaborative history together, as each musician is also part of the GRAMMY-nominated Anat Cohen Tentet. “There’s just four of us, but the band’s sound feels bigger, richer than that,” Anat says. “We can jump from a tango to a Brazilian song to swinging on a Monk tune to playing a Cuban 6/8. We can go to a lot of places with the repertoire, which is really satisfying—and fun.” Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/anat-cohen/ Anat Cohen on Instagram and Facebook

In our January arts and culture preview for San Diego, explore our picks for visual art, dance, theater, film, literature and music, spanning jazz, classical, experimental and popular genres. Up next: theater at New Village Arts, Martha Graham Dance Company performs "Appalachian Spring," a national group visual art show, Haley Heynderickx and more.

The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.

Come jam with San Diego’s award-winning blues band! Join us for The Day of the Dead Concert on Saturday, Nov. 2 | 6-9 p.m. This will be an unforgettable night of music and fun–-don’t miss this electrifying performance! LADY DOTTIE: Originally a gospel singer, Dorothy Mae “Lady Dottie” Whitsett’s early career included performing with Kool and the Gang and Clarence Carter, among others. Back then, she called herself Miss Dynamite, moving around from residences in Alabama, New Jersey, Portland, Seattle, and Atlanta. REY WOLF: El Rey’s vocals capture the allure of early Hollywood crooners, the vulnerability of Roy Orbison, and the raw power of Howlin’ Wolf. Like a David Lynch film, the juxtaposition between El Rey’s dark ballads and the light of romance can feel familiar, but always carries with it a more complex undertow waiting to pull you in. This is your chance to experience live music at its best, surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere and fellow music lovers. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to see music at one of its highest levels! Get here early! Grab some food and drinks while you sit back and enjoy the evening! Show up and let the good times roll! Day of the Dead Cocktail Specials Oaxacan Old Fashioned: Union Mezcal, Fresh Orange Juice, Ancho Chile Syrup, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Smoked Arbol Chili Bitters. Aztec Aguafresca: Volcan Blanco Tequila, Pierre Ferraro Dry Curacao, Achiote, Cinnamon, and Blood Orange, Lime, Pomegranate, and Passionfruit Juices. All ages | No Refunds | No Pets

Hungary said it will start the process to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces an ICC arrest warrant, arrived in Budapest.

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. We close out this year's series with Adrienne Nims, who will take us on a musical journey with lush harmonies, mystical melodies, and global rhythms. Adrienne Nims’ passionate energy and dazzling musicianship are well acclaimed; As featured solo artist, or with her talented band, Spirit Wind, Adrienne creates an unforgettable and inspiring entertainment experience. Adrienne’s dynamic, sensual voice on the saxophones, flues, and many more global indigenous instruments express not only a vast array of musical culture and style, but also the magic and mystery of Life! Spirit Wind, Adrienne’s own band, feature Adrienne on soprano, alto, and tenor saxes, as well as many different flutes, including traditional western, Native American, Indian, African, and Asian flutes, performing contemporary jazz and global music throughout the United States and internationally. Mastery of so many different instruments and musical genres including rock, jazz, blues, classical, theater, Zen, Irish/Folk, and more have allowed Adrienne to dazzle spellbound audiences while seamlessly moving from one instrument and one genre to another. Adrienne is a mainstay in the recording industry. Adrienne Nims and Spirit Wind have enjoyed performing at such well known venues as the Getty Museum of Los Angeles, the California Center for the Arts, the world famous San Diego Zoo, Quail Botanical Gardens, and at major jazz festivals. Having played with the Larry Mitchell Band, Lester Abrams, Native Vibe and the Mad Dogs and Englishmen. Adrienne hs opened for such greats as Spyro Gyra, Kirk Whalum, Joe Cocker, Al DiMeola, Fourplay, Steppenwolf, Najee, Boney James and Boz Scaggs, just to name a few! Adrienne has been called to perform for charity benefits and at major celebrity invitationals. Be sure to contact Adrienne early, and find out how she may be booked to play for your event / sessions. Adrienne’s vast performance experience and professional musicianship translate precisely into her work in the recording studio. An accomplished studio musician of nearly 25 years, Adrienne Nims is featured on over 50 CD’s, including her own releases: “Spirit Wind”(contemporary & Latin jazz); “Now and Zen” (a compilation of world flute music); and “Lady of the Loch” (traditional Irish/Celtic music), now available on CD. Be sure to visit Adrienne’s website for more details. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/autumn-concert-series-28523 Adrienne Nims on Facebook