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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The housing market in San Diego is slowing down. What does that mean for the huge number of condominiums and condo conversions? Roger Showley joins us to talk about condos in San Diego.
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Americans spend more than $20 billion annually on herbal and dietary supplements, yet most are unaware of the safety issues or effectiveness of these remedies.
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Joshua Nelson grew up listening to both the cantors in his synagogue and Mahalia Jackson records at his grandmother's house. He speaks about combining the two influences with his Kosher Gospel Band.
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Local scientists are taking the plunge to uncover some of the ocean's deepest mysteries with hopes of shedding light on the evolution of life on Earth.
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Thad Kousser is assistant professor of political science at UC San Diego, and he joins host Tom Fudge for an analysis of the Governor's plans intends to rebuild California and his image.
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Diego Gutierrez's documentary film "The Valley of the Dog Songs" captures the experience of San Diego based musician Phil Beaumont as he writes songs to capture the inspiration of six young artists.
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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.
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