These Days (Talk)
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- TheseDays, a two-hour talk show keeping San Diego in the know on everything from politics to the arts.
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- Genres: Talk, Public Affairs
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Language: English
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Proper Etiquette for the Holidays
Wed, Dec 19
With the holidays approaching, people have questions about proper etiquette. We discuss "do's and don'ts" of holiday etiquette and holiday tipping.
Film Club: Sweeney Todd, Juno, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, The Savag
Wed, Dec 19
There are a lot of movies to see this holiday season and we make sure to recommend the best of the bunch. Our critics for this Film Club of the Air will discuss Sweeney Todd, Juno, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, The Savages and Youth Without Youth.
California Assembly Approves Massive Healthcare Reform
Tue, Dec 18
The California State Assembly passes a $14.4 billion health insurance reform plan. Health reporter Kenny Goldberg explains the complicated details, which groups support and oppose it, and when citizens may vote on it.
Local Catholic Schools React to Huge Diocese Settlement
Tue, Dec 18
Catholic education has been recognized in this country for its quality and affordability. To many people it's a unique source of private education that middle class people can actually afford. But Catholic schools in some big cities have been closing due to the middle class flight to the suburbs, and the difficulties many Catholic schools have had attracting families who can foot the tuition bill. We talk about one San Diego businessman's effort to make Catholic education more affordable by...
Gloria Penner on the Iowa Caucuses
Tue, Dec 18
On Jan. 3, Iowa will once again hold the nation's first major electoral event for the nominating process for the next president. The caucus process is generally defined as a "gathering of neighbors" who vote for candidates. Since most states use the primary process, the caucus is seen by many as an important yet mysterious process.
Legal Update: 'Under God,' Poway Nooses, and the Supreme Court
Tue, Dec 18
California's 9th Circuit Court of Appeals hears arguments for and against "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance, nooses found at Poway-area schools raise First Amendment issues, and the Supreme Court takes on crack cocaine sentences and mental competency in legal proceedings. These Days legal analyst Dan Eaton joins us to sort through the busy legal docket.
Cartoonist Steve Breen on the Top Political Stories of 2007
Tue, Dec 18
We take a look through the satirical eyes of cartoonist Steve Breen as he takes on the big political stories of the year.
Steroids in Baseball: The Mitchell Report Shake-up
Mon, Dec 17
The Mitchell Report names dozens of Major League Baseball players accused of using performance-enhancing drugs. Union-Tribune sports reporter Mark Zeigler explains how the report might impact steroid use in baseball, if Congress can really do anything to change the culture of cheating in baseball, and why Major League Baseball's "promote and police" mentality further complicates the issue.
Vicki Estrada Finally Feels Like a Natural Woman
Mon, Dec 17
Vicki Estrada used to be Steve Estrada, who came on These Days in July 2005 to announce that he intended to become a woman. He had gender reassignment surgery a year later, and since then she's lived life as a woman. Vicki joins us in studio to talk about how life has been, whether her business has continued to thrive, and whether she has any regrets about the decision to make such a dramatic change.
HD Radio Demystified
Mon, Dec 17
HD radio is a digital format that offers high-quality audio on FM stations and can rival a CD in quality. Today, more than 1,200 stations are broadcasting in HD radio. KPBS Program Director John Decker gives us a primer on HD Radio and fields calls from our listeners.
Chef Bernard Shares His Family Holiday Recipes
Mon, Dec 17
Chef Bernard of La Jolla's Marine Room talks about holiday party planning, wines, French holiday traditions and quick and easy recipes.
Director's Cuts: Musical Interludes of the Week
Fri, Dec 14
Listen to the best musical interludes heard throughout the week on These Days. This week's picks include tracks from Feist, Oasis, John Mellencamp, Eddie Harris, Autechre, Fela Kuti, Nathan James and Ben Hernandez.
Accused Marine Faces Life in Prison for Death of Iraqi Soldier
Thu, Dec 13
A Marine reservist faces life in prison for his role in the death of an Iraqi soldier. Tony Perry, the San Diego bureau chief for the Los Angeles Times, explains the arguments for and against Lance Corporal Delano Holmes as the case continues at Camp Pendleton.
Prominent Economist Shares his Liberal Conscience
Thu, Dec 13
Paul Krugman is a Princeton economist and a popular, award-winning columnist for The New York Times. He's built a reputation as a liberal columnist. In fact, his new book is called "Conscience of a Liberal." He writes about the way America has shifted from years of economic disparity to years of greater equality. He talks to us about why that's important, and what he thinks could make the U.S. a more equal nation in the future.
Musicians Nathan James and Ben Hernandez Perform The Blues
Thu, Dec 13
Ben Hernandez and Nathan James play bluesy American roots music right here in sunny San Diego. We'll talk with the versatile duo about the blues, playing the jug and the washboard and their many influences.
Weekend Preview: San Diego Theaters Get Into The Holiday Spirit
Thu, Dec 13
San Diego theaters used to be dark during the holidays, but all of that has changed. A lot of theater companies have added holiday shows to their seasons. We'll talk about your holiday theater choices during this Weekend Preview.
No Free Attorneys in Civil Court Proceedings
Wed, Dec 12
In 1963, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that state courts must provide counsel in criminal cases to defendants who can't afford an attorney. Most would agree that the justice system is better off now, but what about in civil court? There are no laws on the books that require states to provide free attorneys to indigent people who find themselves in civil court. We speak to a reporter and a law professor about the movement to encourage states to offer free attorneys in civil court.
Former Meth Addicts Discuss the Drug That Nearly Ruined Their Lives
Wed, Dec 12
Methamphetamine, also known as "speed," "crystal," "crank" or "ice" is a highly addictive drug that plagues communities across the country. San Diego is no exception. But major efforts have been taken to curb the use of meth and the crimes that result from the addiction. We'll explore the problems with the drug, its impacts on the community and what's being done to stop its use.
San Diego Band Pinback Releases New Album
Tue, Dec 11
San Diego's thriving music scene gave birth to the band Pinback in 1998. It went on to garner national acclaim for its three albums, most notably 2004's "Summer in Abaddon." On Sept. 11, Pinback releases their latest album "Autumn of the Seraphs." The band's two reluctant rock stars, Rob Crow and Zach Smith, join us in studio to play some new music and talk about their career success.
Capitol Hill Update: CIA Videotapes, War Spending, Energy Legislation, Farm
Tue, Dec 11
The director of the CIA testifies behind closed doors today about destroyed videotapes; Democrats and the White House spar over war spending; legislators debate a major energy bill; and why do farmers need large government subsidies? Eric Niiler with Capitol News Connection joins us live from Washington, D.C. to update us on the latest news from our nation's capitol.
Allergists Explain Why Pollen and Peanuts Make Us Sick
Tue, Dec 11
As many as 40 to 50 million Americans suffer from allergies, but little is known about why the body reacts to things auch as pollen, mold or peanuts. We'll explore what is known about allergies and how local research may lead to better treatment for allergy sufferers.
Former U.S. Ambassador Talks About the Future of Global Security
Tue, Dec 11
What does the former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations think about the future of global security? Was he successful at reforming the U.N.? We'll chat with KPBS political correspondent Gloria Penner about her interview with the controversial John Bolton.
California Senate Considers Nuclear Power
Mon, Dec 10
Politicians, energy representatives, and environmentalists convene in San Diego to discuss nuclear energy in California. We speak with California State Senator Christine Kehoe about how nuclear energy can help our increasing demand for power and reduce the impacts of global warming.
Political Analysis of Religion on Presidential Race
Mon, Dec 10
Last week presidential candidate Mitt Romney delivered a speech in which he tried to explain how his Mormon faith would, or would not, influence his judgment as president. Romney's situation, and questions about his Mormonism, have been compared to the questions raised about John F. Kennedy's candidacy before he became this country's first Catholic president. We talk about what a candidate's belief in God and religion may say about what kind of person and leader he or she would be.
Selling Out: Industry Success or Compromising Artistic Integrity
Mon, Dec 10
Is a musician who sells one of their songs to a TV show or a commercial a "sell out"? What if the musician alters the lyrics of that song to include a line about the TV show or the product being advertised? We speak to experts in the music industry about the concept of "selling out."
Director's Cuts: Musical Interludes of the Week
Fri, Dec 7
Listen to the best musical interludes heard throughout the week on These Days. This week's picks include tracks from Paul Anka and Johnny Carson, Gene Harris, John Jorgensen, The Aphex Twin, B Sharp Jazz Quartet, Shonen Knife, Nathan James and Ben Hernandez, and Ahmad Jamal.
Baseball's Homerun King Arraigned in Federal Court
Thu, Dec 6
Major League Baseball's homerun champ Barry Bonds faces arraignment in federal court on perjury charges. Union-Tribune sports reporter Mark Zeigler explains how Bonds' trial might impact steroids in sports, why the government's case against Bonds remains unclear and how a company with ties to San Diego might influence the case.
Don't Ask, Don't Tell: 14 Years Later
Thu, Dec 6
The Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy, banning gays in the military from serving openly, has been a rule for 14 years. A coalition of legislators and retired military are seeking to repeal the act and allow gays to serve openly in the military for the first time.
San Diego Brews are on the Rise
Thu, Dec 6
We speak to found the co-founder of Stone Brewing Company the president of San Diego Brewers Guild about artisan beer in San Diego, holiday brews and home brewing.
Weekend Preview: Ahmad Jamal, Shonen Knife, Punk Rock Karaoke, Craft Shows
Thu, Dec 6
We'll talk about a top notch jazz pianist playing at Anthology tonight and punk karaoke at the Casbah.
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