Thomas Fudge
Science and Technology ReporterA journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He joined KPBS in 1998 to cover San Diego issues related to growth, transportation, and development. He previously served as host of These Days (now KPBS Midday Edition) and as a news editor. Tom began his broadcasting career in 1988 at WSUI Radio in Iowa City as a reporter and newscaster. He then spent five years at Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) where he worked as a reporter. Following his departure from MPR, Tom was a freelance journalist, working for Twin Cities Public Television, WCCO Radio, and a variety of regional and national newspapers and magazines. He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
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As baby boomers move into their twilight years, can they imagine a neighborhood model different from the typical suburban cul de sac?
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Host Tom Fudge speaks to Political Science Professor Carl Luna about tomorrow's Primary Election. Luna talks about voter turnout predictions, the 50th District, the Democratic candidates for governor
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Recent evidence suggests that the rates of HIV infections have peaked in certain parts of the world. Host Tom Fudge talks with UCSD professor of medicine Dr. Davey Smith about the findings.
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How will changing demographics, looming health care costs, the debt and deficit affect the next generation of Americans? Tom Fudge finds out why a group of federal economists are on a national tour to
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Host Tom Fudge looks at the best bets for your weekend itinerary with David Coddon, Assistant Arts Editor for the San Diego Union Tribune and Scott Marks, film critic for the Gay and Lesbian Times.
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What is it like to live with HIV or AIDS today? Does it still carry the stigma it used to? Tom Fudge speaks with HIV positive people to find out their stories.
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For the first time, United Nations members have agreed on a unified treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas. -
Gov. Gavin Newsom threw his support behind San Diego's Measure D Thursday. -
Construction began Thursday near Poway on the first leg of a 10,000-mile-long broadband network.
- San Diego university students react to Charlie Kirk’s assassination
- San Diego Supervisors unanimously deny Cottonwood Sand Mine developer's appeal
- After nearly two decades, Chula Vista is considering a new park on the west side
- Avocado growers in San Diego County face multiple challenges
- Charlie Kirk, who helped build support for Trump among young people, dies after campus shooting