http://odeo.com/channels/2105-kpbs-org-podcasts-These-Days BrentB no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days kpbs.org podcasts: These Days kpbs.org podcasts: These Days en-us 40 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:13:35 -0800 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:13:35 -0800 http://odeo.com/episodes/25518532-Limiting-Medical-Marijuana-Dispensaries-In-San-Diego-These-Days Local governments around the state are grappling with a proliferation of medical marijuana dispensaries. We'll look at how the city of San Diego is planning to regulate these store fronts. Local governments around the state are grappling with a proliferation of medical marijuana dispensaries. We'll look at how the city of San Diego is planning to regulate these store fronts. Local governments around the state are grappling with a proliferation of medical marijuana dispensaries. We'll look at how the city of San Diego is planning to regulate these store fronts. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25518532 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:13:35 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25518533-If-Girls-39-And-Boys-39-Brains-Are-Alike-Why-Are-Their-Toys-So-Different-These-Days Just in time for Holiday toy shopping, we get a new look at how gender stereotypes can actually hinder a child's development. We'll speak with the author of PINK BRAIN/BLUE BRAIN about why girls need more Legos and boys need more time away from the computer. Just in time for Holiday toy shopping, we get a new look at how gender stereotypes can actually hinder a child's development. We'll speak with the author of PINK BRAIN/BLUE BRAIN about why girls need more Legos and boys need more time away from the computer. Just in time for Holiday toy shopping, we get a new look at how gender stereotypes can actually hinder a child's development. We'll speak with the author of PINK BRAIN/BLUE BRAIN about why girls need more Legos and boys need more time away from the computer. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25518533 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:13:04 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25518534-Growing-Up-With-Sesame-Street-These-Days Generations of children have grown up watching and learning from "Sesame Street." The furry red monster, Elmo, and his friend Kevin Clash join Maureen Cavanaugh in studio and talk about what it's like to live on "Sesame Street" and the love children have for Elmo and the other Muppets. Generations of children have grown up watching and learning from "Sesame Street." The furry red monster, Elmo, and his friend Kevin Clash join Maureen Cavanaugh in studio and talk about what it's like to live on "Sesame Street" and the love children have for Elmo and the other Muppets. Generations of children have grown up watching and learning from "Sesame Street." The furry red monster, Elmo, and his friend Kevin Clash join Maureen Cavanaugh in studio and talk about what it's like to live on "Sesame Street" and the love children have for Elmo and the other Muppets. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25518534 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:12:20 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25518535-Political-Analysis-Assembling-California-39-s-New-Redistricting-Committee-These-Days Redistricting is not a word that makes many hearts beat faster. But a new voter-approved Citizens Redistricting Committee could potentially make profound changes in California politics. Redistricting is not a word that makes many hearts beat faster. But a new voter-approved Citizens Redistricting Committee could potentially make profound changes in California politics. Redistricting is not a word that makes many hearts beat faster. But a new voter-approved Citizens Redistricting Committee could potentially make profound changes in California politics. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25518535 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:11:49 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25515418-Report-Offers-Recommendations-For-Reducing-San-Diego-39-s-Carbon-Footprint-These-Days What can be done to reduce San Diego's carbon footprint? Should policies be implemented to make our environmental goals a reality? We speak to the authors of a recent report that recommends policy changes for local buildings and transportation. What can be done to reduce San Diego's carbon footprint? Should policies be implemented to make our environmental goals a reality? We speak to the authors of a recent report that recommends policy changes for local buildings and transportation. What can be done to reduce San Diego's carbon footprint? Should policies be implemented to make our environmental goals a reality? We speak to the authors of a recent report that recommends policy changes for local buildings and transportation. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515418 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:28:07 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25515419-The-Oxford-American-39-s-Southern-Music-Issue-On-Stands-Now-These-Days Every year, the quarterly magazine The Oxford American produces a Southern Music Issue. The editors and writers do their best to find the most interesting music from history and contemporary southern culture. This includes the forgotten acts, the talented studio musicians who never made it big, the colorful street musicians, and the one-off gems in the genres that flourish in the south: country, blues, soul, gospel, funk and rockabilly. We'll talk with the editor of The Oxford American about this year's Southern Music Issue, which includes a CD devoted to the music of Arkansas, the first in their new southern state series. Every year, the quarterly magazine The Oxford American produces a Southern Music Issue. The editors and writers do their best to find the most interesting music from history and contemporary southern culture. This includes the forgotten acts, the talented studio musicians who never made it big, the colorful street musicians, and the one-off gems in the genres that flourish in the south: country, blues, soul, gospel, funk and rockabilly. We'll talk with the editor of The Oxford American about this year's Southern Music Issue, which includes a CD devoted to the music of Arkansas, the first in their new southern state series. Every year, the quarterly magazine The Oxford American produces a Southern Music Issue. The editors and writers do their best to find the most interesting music from history and contemporary southern culture. This includes the forgotten acts, the talented studio musicians who never made it big, the colorful street musicians, and the one-off gems in the genres that flourish in the south: country, blues, soul, gospel, funk and rockabilly. We'll talk with the editor of The Oxford American about this year's Southern Music Issue, which includes a CD devoted to the music of Arkansas, the first in their new southern state series. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515419 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:24:22 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25515420-Legal-Update-How-To-Keep-Office-Parties-Lawsuit-Proof-These-Days The Law doesn't take a Holiday, so during this Holiday season we examine legal issues surrounding office parties. We'll also discuss some of the constitutional issues surrounding bankruptcy law and in all the media circus surrounding the Tiger Wood story, just what do "morals" clauses mean in endorsement contracts? We'll discuss it all with These Days legal analyst Dan Eaton. The Law doesn't take a Holiday, so during this Holiday season we examine legal issues surrounding office parties. We'll also discuss some of the constitutional issues surrounding bankruptcy law and in all the media circus surrounding the Tiger Wood story, just what do "morals" clauses mean in endorsement contracts? We'll discuss it all with These Days legal analyst Dan Eaton. The Law doesn't take a Holiday, so during this Holiday season we examine legal issues surrounding office parties. We'll also discuss some of the constitutional issues surrounding bankruptcy law and in all the media circus surrounding the Tiger Wood story, just what do "morals" clauses mean in endorsement contracts? We'll discuss it all with These Days legal analyst Dan Eaton. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515420 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:23:52 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25515421-The-Holiday-Blues-These-Days It's the time of year for holiday stresses, which can often lead to the "holiday blues." We speak with a local therapist about the issue. It's the time of year for holiday stresses, which can often lead to the "holiday blues." We speak with a local therapist about the issue. It's the time of year for holiday stresses, which can often lead to the "holiday blues." We speak with a local therapist about the issue. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515421 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:23:09 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25515422-Tony-Young-Presiding-Over-City-39-s-Shrinking-Budget-These-Days Tony Young, San Diego City Councilmember for the 4th District, talks about the City Council's accomplishments in the year just past and the difficult decisions and declining service on tap for 2010, as the city's budget continues to shrink. Tony Young, San Diego City Councilmember for the 4th District, talks about the City Council's accomplishments in the year just past and the difficult decisions and declining service on tap for 2010, as the city's budget continues to shrink. Tony Young, San Diego City Councilmember for the 4th District, talks about the City Council's accomplishments in the year just past and the difficult decisions and declining service on tap for 2010, as the city's budget continues to shrink. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515422 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:55:48 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25513991-Will-Mayor-Sanders-39-Budget-Plan-Cut-San-Diego-39-s-Record-Deficit-These-Days Mayor Sanders announced his plan to tackle the city's budget shortfall. Proposed cuts will reduce police and fire staffing, trim library hours and eliminate hundreds of city jobs. Does the city of San Diego have a long-term strategy for addressing its budget problems? Where will the pain be felt? Mayor Sanders announced his plan to tackle the city's budget shortfall. Proposed cuts will reduce police and fire staffing, trim library hours and eliminate hundreds of city jobs. Does the city of San Diego have a long-term strategy for addressing its budget problems? Where will the pain be felt? Mayor Sanders announced his plan to tackle the city's budget shortfall. Proposed cuts will reduce police and fire staffing, trim library hours and eliminate hundreds of city jobs. Does the city of San Diego have a long-term strategy for addressing its budget problems? Where will the pain be felt? tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25513991 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:31:22 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25513992-Thousands-Of-Local-Servicemembers-Expected-To-Deploy-To-Afghanistan-These-Days Obama's new plan to control al-Qaida and the Taliban will have an acute effect on San Diego with thousands of Camp Pendleton-based marines expected to be stationed in Afghanistan by mid-2010. Obama's new plan to control al-Qaida and the Taliban will have an acute effect on San Diego with thousands of Camp Pendleton-based marines expected to be stationed in Afghanistan by mid-2010. Obama's new plan to control al-Qaida and the Taliban will have an acute effect on San Diego with thousands of Camp Pendleton-based marines expected to be stationed in Afghanistan by mid-2010. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25513992 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:26:50 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25513993-Tijuana-Police-Targeted-By-Drug-Cartels-These-Days There's a new chapter in the Tijuana drug wars where a battle over control of the drug trade frequently results in gruesome violence. What changes have been made in the last year to fight the drug war raging just across the border? There's a new chapter in the Tijuana drug wars where a battle over control of the drug trade frequently results in gruesome violence. What changes have been made in the last year to fight the drug war raging just across the border? There's a new chapter in the Tijuana drug wars where a battle over control of the drug trade frequently results in gruesome violence. What changes have been made in the last year to fight the drug war raging just across the border? tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25513993 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:26:13 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25513994-Weekend-Preview-Holiday-Theater-and-December-Nights-These-Days The holidays always bring some yuletide warhorses to the stage along with some exciting new fare. We'll find out what San Diego theaters are offering in December and start off with some tips for this weekend's December Night The holidays always bring some yuletide warhorses to the stage along with some exciting new fare. We'll find out what San Diego theaters are offering in December and start off with some tips for this weekend's December Night The holidays always bring some yuletide warhorses to the stage along with some exciting new fare. We'll find out what San Diego theaters are offering in December and start off with some tips for this weekend's December Night tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25513994 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:23:34 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25513995-How-Are-U-S-Immigration-Policies-Contributing-To-Border-Crosser-Deaths-These-Days How are U.S. immigration policies leading to an increase in deaths of people who cross the border illegally? We speak to filmmaker John Carlos Frey, and Dr. John Hunter about the risks undocumented immigrants face as they cross the border in search of opportunity in the United States. How are U.S. immigration policies leading to an increase in deaths of people who cross the border illegally? We speak to filmmaker John Carlos Frey, and Dr. John Hunter about the risks undocumented immigrants face as they cross the border in search of opportunity in the United States. How are U.S. immigration policies leading to an increase in deaths of people who cross the border illegally? We speak to filmmaker John Carlos Frey, and Dr. John Hunter about the risks undocumented immigrants face as they cross the border in search of opportunity in the United States. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25513995 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:21:39 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25486768-Calif-Faces-20-Billion-Deficit-Does-That-Sound-Familiar-These-Days What's the latest news on the state budget deficit? Will Democrats put up a fight over Republican Sen. Abel Maldonado's nomination for lieutenant governor? We speak to John Myers, from "The California Report", about the top stories in Sacramento. What's the latest news on the state budget deficit? Will Democrats put up a fight over Republican Sen. Abel Maldonado's nomination for lieutenant governor? We speak to John Myers, from "The California Report", about the top stories in Sacramento. What's the latest news on the state budget deficit? Will Democrats put up a fight over Republican Sen. Abel Maldonado's nomination for lieutenant governor? We speak to John Myers, from "The California Report", about the top stories in Sacramento. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25486768 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 09:43:35 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25486769-Hype-Vs-Fact-In-Science-News-These-Days How accurate is the reporting of scientific discoveries in the media today? We'll look at the role of the media in reporting important stories like global warming and stem cell research to the public. How accurate is the reporting of scientific discoveries in the media today? We'll look at the role of the media in reporting important stories like global warming and stem cell research to the public. How accurate is the reporting of scientific discoveries in the media today? We'll look at the role of the media in reporting important stories like global warming and stem cell research to the public. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25486769 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 09:42:52 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25486770-Carlsbad-Composer-Brings-Band-quot-Build-quot-To-San-Diego-These-Days Seven years ago, Carlsbad native Matt McBane started the Carlsbad Music Festival and it has become one of the area's most innovative music showcases. Since relocating to Brooklyn, the classically-trained violinist has built a band called Build. McBane and his indie-classical quintet play The Loft on Wednesday night. Seven years ago, Carlsbad native Matt McBane started the Carlsbad Music Festival and it has become one of the area's most innovative music showcases. Since relocating to Brooklyn, the classically-trained violinist has built a band called Build. McBane and his indie-classical quintet play The Loft on Wednesday night. Seven years ago, Carlsbad native Matt McBane started the Carlsbad Music Festival and it has become one of the area's most innovative music showcases. Since relocating to Brooklyn, the classically-trained violinist has built a band called Build. McBane and his indie-classical quintet play The Loft on Wednesday night. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25486770 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 09:42:24 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25481215-Did-Women-39-s-Liberation-Work-These-Days Has the women's liberation movement really made a difference? Anyone wondering whether it has, has only to compare American life today with what it was in 1960. We look at how women, men and society began to change when women started to reject second-class status. Has the women's liberation movement really made a difference? Anyone wondering whether it has, has only to compare American life today with what it was in 1960. We look at how women, men and society began to change when women started to reject second-class status. Has the women's liberation movement really made a difference? Anyone wondering whether it has, has only to compare American life today with what it was in 1960. We look at how women, men and society began to change when women started to reject second-class status. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481215 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:23:20 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25481216-Why-We-Can-39-t-Say-Ain-39-t-And-Other-Language-Rules-These-Days Why can't we say the word "ain't" without raising eyebrows? Who decided ain't was grammatically incorrect? The standards and rules governing language may seem arbitrary because language is always changing. We'll talk with Jack Lynch, author of "The Lexicographer's Dilemma: The Evolution of 'Proper' English from Shakespeare to 'South Park'" and working lexicographer and co-host of A Way With Words, Grant Barrett. Why can't we say the word "ain't" without raising eyebrows? Who decided ain't was grammatically incorrect? The standards and rules governing language may seem arbitrary because language is always changing. We'll talk with Jack Lynch, author of "The Lexicographer's Dilemma: The Evolution of 'Proper' English from Shakespeare to 'South Park'" and working lexicographer and co-host of A Way With Words, Grant Barrett. Why can't we say the word "ain't" without raising eyebrows? Who decided ain't was grammatically incorrect? The standards and rules governing language may seem arbitrary because language is always changing. We'll talk with Jack Lynch, author of "The Lexicographer's Dilemma: The Evolution of 'Proper' English from Shakespeare to 'South Park'" and working lexicographer and co-host of A Way With Words, Grant Barrett. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481216 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:22:42 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25481217-Will-Holiday-Shoppers-Revive-The-Economy-These-Days As the official holiday shopping season gets underway, we'll look at how local retailers are doing and what's ahead for December. As the official holiday shopping season gets underway, we'll look at how local retailers are doing and what's ahead for December. As the official holiday shopping season gets underway, we'll look at how local retailers are doing and what's ahead for December. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481217 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:22:07 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25481218-After-Foster-Teens-Leave-the-System-These-Days What happens to a foster teen when he or she turns 18 and is let out of the system? We speak to members of a local foster care organization. What happens to a foster teen when he or she turns 18 and is let out of the system? We speak to members of a local foster care organization. What happens to a foster teen when he or she turns 18 and is let out of the system? We speak to members of a local foster care organization. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481218 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:19:15 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25481219-White-House-Update-Afghanistan-Unemployment-Health-Care-These-Days President Barack Obama is expected to outline his plan for the war in Afghanistan in a speech on Tuesday night. We speak to NPR White House correspondent Scott Horsley about the president's options for Afghanistan, the health care debate, and a job creation forum the president will host later in the week. President Barack Obama is expected to outline his plan for the war in Afghanistan in a speech on Tuesday night. We speak to NPR White House correspondent Scott Horsley about the president's options for Afghanistan, the health care debate, and a job creation forum the president will host later in the week. President Barack Obama is expected to outline his plan for the war in Afghanistan in a speech on Tuesday night. We speak to NPR White House correspondent Scott Horsley about the president's options for Afghanistan, the health care debate, and a job creation forum the president will host later in the week. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481219 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:18:38 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25479425-What-Are-Major-Challenges-Facing-Local-Homeless-This-Winter-These-Days What kind of hardships will the local homeless population be facing this holiday season? We speak to representatives from the Alpha Project, the San Diego Rescue Mission and the United Way about the services available to local homeless people. Plus, we look ahead to talk about what can be done to end chronic homelessness in San Diego County. What kind of hardships will the local homeless population be facing this holiday season? We speak to representatives from the Alpha Project, the San Diego Rescue Mission and the United Way about the services available to local homeless people. Plus, we look ahead to talk about what can be done to end chronic homelessness in San Diego County. What kind of hardships will the local homeless population be facing this holiday season? We speak to representatives from the Alpha Project, the San Diego Rescue Mission and the United Way about the services available to local homeless people. Plus, we look ahead to talk about what can be done to end chronic homelessness in San Diego County. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25479425 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:12:41 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25479426-New-Photography-Book-Chronicles-Lives-Of-Local-Homeless-These-Days In our efforts to help the homeless, we often overlook the possibility that they might have something that could help us. People who've learned to live rough on the streets can have a wisdom and resilience most of us will never know. San Diego photojournalist Susan Madden Lankford documents these hard lives, and hard lessons in her new book of photographs In our efforts to help the homeless, we often overlook the possibility that they might have something that could help us. People who've learned to live rough on the streets can have a wisdom and resilience most of us will never know. San Diego photojournalist Susan Madden Lankford documents these hard lives, and hard lessons in her new book of photographs In our efforts to help the homeless, we often overlook the possibility that they might have something that could help us. People who've learned to live rough on the streets can have a wisdom and resilience most of us will never know. San Diego photojournalist Susan Madden Lankford documents these hard lives, and hard lessons in her new book of photographs tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25479426 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:12:08 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25462147-Talking-Turkey-Top-San-Diego-Chefs-Give-Advice-These-Days Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Will 20 relatives be roaming around your house waiting to taste the turkey or the pumpkin pie? Well we have two of San Diego's premiere chefs in studio to answer your cooking questions and put any hosting anxieties to rest. We'll talk turkey, stuffing, gravy, potatoes and pie today on These Days. Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Will 20 relatives be roaming around your house waiting to taste the turkey or the pumpkin pie? Well we have two of San Diego's premiere chefs in studio to answer your cooking questions and put any hosting anxieties to rest. We'll talk turkey, stuffing, gravy, potatoes and pie today on These Days. Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Will 20 relatives be roaming around your house waiting to taste the turkey or the pumpkin pie? Well we have two of San Diego's premiere chefs in studio to answer your cooking questions and put any hosting anxieties to rest. We'll talk turkey, stuffing, gravy, potatoes and pie today on These Days. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25462147 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:31:15 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25462148-How-To-Protect-Yourself-From-Swine-Flu-These-Days An update on Swine Flu in San Diego County. County of San Diego Public Health Officer, Dr. Wilma Wooten, joins us in studio to talk about the availability of the vaccine, what you can do to prevent infection and what people should do if they suspect they have the flu. An update on Swine Flu in San Diego County. County of San Diego Public Health Officer, Dr. Wilma Wooten, joins us in studio to talk about the availability of the vaccine, what you can do to prevent infection and what people should do if they suspect they have the flu. An update on Swine Flu in San Diego County. County of San Diego Public Health Officer, Dr. Wilma Wooten, joins us in studio to talk about the availability of the vaccine, what you can do to prevent infection and what people should do if they suspect they have the flu. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25462148 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:30:39 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25462153-State-Budget-Cuts-Impacting-Local-Parks-Beaches-These-Days Recent cuts to city and state budgets are affecting local beaches and parks. We take a look at how this impacts the quality of life for San Diego residents. Recent cuts to city and state budgets are affecting local beaches and parks. We take a look at how this impacts the quality of life for San Diego residents. Recent cuts to city and state budgets are affecting local beaches and parks. We take a look at how this impacts the quality of life for San Diego residents. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25462153 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:29:14 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25462154-What-Lies-Do-You-Tell-Your-Children-These-Days New research shows that parents lie to their children more than they realize. We speak to an author of the study about her findings as well as a local therapist about the kinds of lies parents are telling and when to be concerned about your child's lying. New research shows that parents lie to their children more than they realize. We speak to an author of the study about her findings as well as a local therapist about the kinds of lies parents are telling and when to be concerned about your child's lying. New research shows that parents lie to their children more than they realize. We speak to an author of the study about her findings as well as a local therapist about the kinds of lies parents are telling and when to be concerned about your child's lying. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25462154 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:26:12 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25462157-City-Council-President-Talks-About-Past-Year-Future-These-Days In the first of interviews scheduled with all eight San Diego City Council members at the close of the calendar year, we take stock of the city's accomplishments of 2009, issues as yet unresolved, and upcoming problems in 2010, including severe budget cuts. In the first of interviews scheduled with all eight San Diego City Council members at the close of the calendar year, we take stock of the city's accomplishments of 2009, issues as yet unresolved, and upcoming problems in 2010, including severe budget cuts. In the first of interviews scheduled with all eight San Diego City Council members at the close of the calendar year, we take stock of the city's accomplishments of 2009, issues as yet unresolved, and upcoming problems in 2010, including severe budget cuts. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25462157 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:25:39 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25443271-Comparing-Farmed-Raised-Fish-to-Wild-Caught-These-Days Eating fish is an often-heard recommendation for a healthy diet. You've probably heard that fish, especially salmon, is rich in omega-3's an essential fatty acid. Are all fish created equal? We discuss the differences between farmed and wild-caught fish. Eating fish is an often-heard recommendation for a healthy diet. You've probably heard that fish, especially salmon, is rich in omega-3's an essential fatty acid. Are all fish created equal? We discuss the differences between farmed and wild-caught fish. Eating fish is an often-heard recommendation for a healthy diet. You've probably heard that fish, especially salmon, is rich in omega-3's an essential fatty acid. Are all fish created equal? We discuss the differences between farmed and wild-caught fish. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25443271 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:43:58 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25443272-New-San-Diego-Fire-Chief-Faces-Challenges-These-Days What are Fire Chief Javier Mainar's goals for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department? We speak to Mainar about his promotion, and the challenges the fire department faces in these difficult budget times. What are Fire Chief Javier Mainar's goals for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department? We speak to Mainar about his promotion, and the challenges the fire department faces in these difficult budget times. What are Fire Chief Javier Mainar's goals for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department? We speak to Mainar about his promotion, and the challenges the fire department faces in these difficult budget times. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25443272 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:43:32 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25441921-Troop-Greaters-These-Days Troop Greaters Troop Greaters Troop Greaters tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25441921 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:58:16 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25441922-Legacy-Of-Surfer-Magazine-Discussed-At-California-Surf-Fest-These-Days When did surf media, like magazines and movies, come on the scene? And, what kind of impact has surf-related media had on the culture and business of surfing? We speak to Jim Kempton about this year's California Surf Festival, which will celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Surfer Magazine. When did surf media, like magazines and movies, come on the scene? And, what kind of impact has surf-related media had on the culture and business of surfing? We speak to Jim Kempton about this year's California Surf Festival, which will celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Surfer Magazine. When did surf media, like magazines and movies, come on the scene? And, what kind of impact has surf-related media had on the culture and business of surfing? We speak to Jim Kempton about this year's California Surf Festival, which will celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Surfer Magazine. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25441922 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:56:48 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25441923-What-39-s-In-The-New-GI-Bill-These-Days The GI Bill, signed into law in 1944 by FDR, allowed more than two million veterans to attend college. The newest GI Bill, which went into effect August 1, 2009, provides education benefits for service members who served on active duty for 90 days or more since 9/10/01 and includes the National Guard and military reserve. The GI Bill, signed into law in 1944 by FDR, allowed more than two million veterans to attend college. The newest GI Bill, which went into effect August 1, 2009, provides education benefits for service members who served on active duty for 90 days or more since 9/10/01 and includes the National Guard and military reserve. The GI Bill, signed into law in 1944 by FDR, allowed more than two million veterans to attend college. The newest GI Bill, which went into effect August 1, 2009, provides education benefits for service members who served on active duty for 90 days or more since 9/10/01 and includes the National Guard and military reserve. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25441923 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:56:11 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25441924-San-Diego-Landfill-Makes-Room-for-Food-Waste-Recycling-These-Days San Diego just expanded its landfill in order to keep up with the growing demand of recycling food waste. We speak with a city official about the process of recycling food as well as two universities that are working to recycle their leftover food scraps. San Diego just expanded its landfill in order to keep up with the growing demand of recycling food waste. We speak with a city official about the process of recycling food as well as two universities that are working to recycle their leftover food scraps. San Diego just expanded its landfill in order to keep up with the growing demand of recycling food waste. We speak with a city official about the process of recycling food as well as two universities that are working to recycle their leftover food scraps. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25441924 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:52:10 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25441925-Biologist-Jeff-Corwin-Draws-Attention-to-the-Earth-39-s-Most-Endangered-Species-These-Days Scientists estimate that more than half of all existing species on earth will be extinct well before the end of the 21st century. We speak to conservationist and TV host, Jeff Corwin, about his new book, <em>100 Heartbeats: The Race to Save Earth's Most Endangered Species.</em> Scientists estimate that more than half of all existing species on earth will be extinct well before the end of the 21st century. We speak to conservationist and TV host, Jeff Corwin, about his new book, <em>100 Heartbeats: The Race to Save Earth's Most Endangered Species.</em> Scientists estimate that more than half of all existing species on earth will be extinct well before the end of the 21st century. We speak to conservationist and TV host, Jeff Corwin, about his new book, <em>100 Heartbeats: The Race to Save Earth's Most Endangered Species.</em> tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25441925 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:51:34 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25427582-How-To-Cope-With-Stress-These-Days We'll look at the results of a new study on stress by the American Psychological Association and how people are dealing with it. We'll look at the results of a new study on stress by the American Psychological Association and how people are dealing with it. We'll look at the results of a new study on stress by the American Psychological Association and how people are dealing with it. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25427582 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:52:22 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25427583-The-Art-of-Baking-Bread-These-Days We'll talk about the art of baking and buying great bread as part of our monthly segment on food. We'll talk about the art of baking and buying great bread as part of our monthly segment on food. We'll talk about the art of baking and buying great bread as part of our monthly segment on food. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25427583 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:51:51 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25406156-Duane-Michals-Photographer-Or-Metaphysician-These-Days What if a camera could capture death? Or desire? Or jealousy? More than any other photographer, Duane Michals has spent his career pushing the medium of photography to capture the metaphysical. We'll talk to Michals about what motivates his photography. What if a camera could capture death? Or desire? Or jealousy? More than any other photographer, Duane Michals has spent his career pushing the medium of photography to capture the metaphysical. We'll talk to Michals about what motivates his photography. What if a camera could capture death? Or desire? Or jealousy? More than any other photographer, Duane Michals has spent his career pushing the medium of photography to capture the metaphysical. We'll talk to Michals about what motivates his photography. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25406156 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:02:59 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25406157-Political-Analysis-When-Do-Political-Attacks-Become-Libelous-These-Days As President, Barack Obama is a target for all manner of criticism both political and personal. But when do allegations against the President, or any public figure, cross the line and become libelous? KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner discusses the protections and limits of the First Amendment. As President, Barack Obama is a target for all manner of criticism both political and personal. But when do allegations against the President, or any public figure, cross the line and become libelous? KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner discusses the protections and limits of the First Amendment. As President, Barack Obama is a target for all manner of criticism both political and personal. But when do allegations against the President, or any public figure, cross the line and become libelous? KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner discusses the protections and limits of the First Amendment. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25406157 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:02:27 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25406158-What-Changes-Have-Been-Made-Since-Obama-39-s-Election-These-Days Many Americans will remember the election of Barack Obama as one of the most historic moments in our nation's history. It was one year ago today that the United States elected its first African-American president. We'll spend the hour discussing what President Obama has accomplished in the last year, and the major challenges he's faced in trying to achieve his goals for the nation. Many Americans will remember the election of Barack Obama as one of the most historic moments in our nation's history. It was one year ago today that the United States elected its first African-American president. We'll spend the hour discussing what President Obama has accomplished in the last year, and the major challenges he's faced in trying to achieve his goals for the nation. Many Americans will remember the election of Barack Obama as one of the most historic moments in our nation's history. It was one year ago today that the United States elected its first African-American president. We'll spend the hour discussing what President Obama has accomplished in the last year, and the major challenges he's faced in trying to achieve his goals for the nation. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25406158 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:01:57 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25406159-Senator-George-McGovern-Talks-About-Politics-Past-and-Present-These-Days Former Presidential Candidate, Senator George McGovern visits San Diego to talk about his book on Abraham Lincoln and his work in progress on the War in Afghanistan. Former Presidential Candidate, Senator George McGovern visits San Diego to talk about his book on Abraham Lincoln and his work in progress on the War in Afghanistan. Former Presidential Candidate, Senator George McGovern visits San Diego to talk about his book on Abraham Lincoln and his work in progress on the War in Afghanistan. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25406159 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:01:26 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25396626-Cash-For-Keys-Program-Helps-Homeowners-These-Days The Cash for Keys program is putting money in the pockets of homeowners who are facing foreclosure. We speak with a local realtor about the program. The Cash for Keys program is putting money in the pockets of homeowners who are facing foreclosure. We speak with a local realtor about the program. The Cash for Keys program is putting money in the pockets of homeowners who are facing foreclosure. We speak with a local realtor about the program. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25396626 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:34:58 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25396627-How-The-Deaf-Community-Is-Dealing-With-Cochlear-Implants-These-Days If you were deaf and had the opportunity to hear, would you choose it? We'll explore the tension in the Deaf community over the ethics of implanting deaf children with a Cochlear implant. If you were deaf and had the opportunity to hear, would you choose it? We'll explore the tension in the Deaf community over the ethics of implanting deaf children with a Cochlear implant. If you were deaf and had the opportunity to hear, would you choose it? We'll explore the tension in the Deaf community over the ethics of implanting deaf children with a Cochlear implant. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25396627 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:34:21 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25396629-Tijuana-39-s-Blue-Tarp-School-Captures-The-Imagination-These-Days We'll hear the true story behind the children's book and musical "Armando and the Blue Tarp School," based on events in Tijuana. We'll hear the true story behind the children's book and musical "Armando and the Blue Tarp School," based on events in Tijuana. We'll hear the true story behind the children's book and musical "Armando and the Blue Tarp School," based on events in Tijuana. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25396629 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:33:31 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25396630-Preventive-Pet-Medicine-Can-Help-Reduce-Major-Health-Problems-These-Days What can pet owners do to help prevent their cat or dog from getting a major disease, or expensive medical procedure? We speak to local veterinarian Dr. Katy Allen about the importance of preventive pet medicine. What can pet owners do to help prevent their cat or dog from getting a major disease, or expensive medical procedure? We speak to local veterinarian Dr. Katy Allen about the importance of preventive pet medicine. What can pet owners do to help prevent their cat or dog from getting a major disease, or expensive medical procedure? We speak to local veterinarian Dr. Katy Allen about the importance of preventive pet medicine. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25396630 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:32:51 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25396633-The-Day-Of-The-Dead-Finds-New-Life-In-The-USA-These-Days How the Mexican Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in San Diego. How the Mexican Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in San Diego. How the Mexican Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in San Diego. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25396633 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:57:25 -0800 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25347232-It-39-s-Planting-Time-In-The-San-Diego-Garden-These-Days It's the beginning of the planting season in California so we'll talk with garden expert Nan Sterman about what to do in your garden for the winter. It's the beginning of the planting season in California so we'll talk with garden expert Nan Sterman about what to do in your garden for the winter. It's the beginning of the planting season in California so we'll talk with garden expert Nan Sterman about what to do in your garden for the winter. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25347232 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:39:50 -0700 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25347233-Budget-Cuts-Force-SDSU-Admission-Policy-Changes-These-Days In response to state budget cuts to higher education, SDSU is changing its admission policy. We'll talk with SDSU President Stephen Weber about those changes. In response to state budget cuts to higher education, SDSU is changing its admission policy. We'll talk with SDSU President Stephen Weber about those changes. In response to state budget cuts to higher education, SDSU is changing its admission policy. We'll talk with SDSU President Stephen Weber about those changes. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25347233 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:39:01 -0700 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days http://odeo.com/episodes/25347234-Political-Analysis-Housing-The-Homeless-In-San-Diego-These-Days Possible locations for a permanent homeless shelter are working their way through San Diego city government. KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner has a few suggestions to add to the mix. Possible locations for a permanent homeless shelter are working their way through San Diego city government. KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner has a few suggestions to add to the mix. Possible locations for a permanent homeless shelter are working their way through San Diego city government. KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner has a few suggestions to add to the mix. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25347234 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:38:13 -0700 no kpbs.org podcasts: These Days