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Long-time public broadcasting journalist and author Bill Moyers joins us today to discuss the state of politics, the role of religion in the U.S., and recent changes in the media.

Readers know Roald Dahl through his books, specifically his children's stories. But Donald Sturrock's Storyteller: The Authorized Biography of Roald Dahl delves much deeper into the life of the famed author.

A new report shows San Diego County seniors have to earn twice as much as the federal poverty level to make ends meet.

Whether it's the sense of optimism Americans got from Ronald Reagan or their willingness to be consoled by Bill Clinton, presidents are often judged on their personality. And President Obama's inability to connect with many people is part of what's dragging down his approval ratings.

A new report shows federal poverty line leaves seniors destitute. We discuss the Elder Index, a tool that measures the actual costs of basic necessities for older adults and find out how San Diego social service providers use the index to meet the needs of elderly clients.

For years the Justice Department opposed Georgia's voter verification law, which requires voters to prove they are U.S. citizens. But in a surprise reversal, federal officials recently approved it. However, legal experts say instances of real voter fraud is rare.

What's being done to reduce the number of gangs in our community? We'll discuss the gang problem, and the local efforts to educate the youth and their parents about the dangers associated with gangs. We'll also talk about some of the successful gang prevention programs that are available in San Diego.

In a sign of easing tension between the divided countries, South Korea plans to send $8.5 million in relief assistance, including 5,000 tons of rice, to help the North recover from heavy flooding that swamped farmland, houses and public buildings in its northwest last month.

Friday, March 1, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Not available on the PBS App. Peggy Cappy presents a series of adapted poses that can relieve stiffness, reduce pain and fatigue, and improve muscle and bone strength. A growing body of research suggests that yoga can be helpful for people living with diabetes or are at risk of developing diabetes. These yoga routines are so easy that three sections can be done from bed. Both standing and reclining poses are shown. All sections include a modified seated version in a chair along with the standing or reclining pose.

North Korea watchers are hoping a rare political conference in Pyongyang will yield clues about the secretive country's future leadership. Ruler Kim Jong Il is expected to name his youngest son to key jobs that could pave his way to power.