Ben Brust

Janis Ian was inspired to write “Society’s Child” after observing an interracial couple on her school bus. Ian wrote the song at just 14 years old, imagining the societal pressures the couple may have been under.

Discover the life of singer-songwriter Janis Ian and how she rose as a folk icon and gay rights advocate. She broke ground with “Society’s Child” (1966), a bold take on interracial love, and “At Seventeen” (1975), a searing anthem about bullying.

More than 2 million acres of federal lands would be sold to states or other entities under a budget proposal from Utah Republican Sen. Mike Lee — including some in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

Brit Floyd performing "Wish You Were Here" Side 1 of the Album from their 2013 PULSE Tour. Recorded on August 2, 2013 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. on KPBS TV and Sunday, June 22 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2. The show features classic tracks from Pink Floyds magnificent catalogue of albums, including the "Dark Side of the Moon," "The Wall," "Wish You Were Here," "Animals," "The Division Bell," "Meddle" and much more.