Podcast Episodes

Researchers Work To Make Farming More Climate Resilient

Cal State Monterey Bay researchers and several partners are working to make Central Coast farming more climate resilient. The grant-funded project is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from…

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

Former Poet Laureate On Migrant Experience

It’s been nearly two months since election night, when we learned Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States. And since then, we’ve brought you coverage on how different sections of…

Published on 1 year ago

Wrinkle Cream Among Cosmetics Marketed To Teens

If you’ve found yourself at a makeup store recently, especially in a mall after school, you might’ve noticed more young people around you. Like really young. Like elementary and middle school young. …

Published on 1 year ago

Christmas Tree Lane A Longtime Holiday Tradition In Fresno

If you grew up here in California, you've likely visited a neighborhood that goes all out for Christmas. We're talking decorations on the roof in the front yard and lining the street. In Fresno, that…

Published on 1 year ago

Why Christmas Doesn't Yield As Many Food Traditions As Thanksgiving

This week, many of you will be gathering with friends and family to celebrate Christmas. But what’s on your table could depend on traditions your family grew up with.

Guest: Ken Albala, Food Historian…

Published on 1 year ago

How A Building Code Update Disrupted Child Care Centers In California

California is contending with a child care shortage, and the state has made efforts to increase options for families. But conflicting regulations from two state agencies are causing childcare centers…

Published on 1 year ago

Why California Sheriffs Are Rarely Removed From Office

San Mateo County leaders will soon be asking voters to remove their embattled sheriff from office. It’s likely an unprecedented move. 

Reporter: Brian Krans, KQED

Amazon workers across Southern Califor…

Published on 1 year ago

Whistleblowers Paint Picture Of Violence At New Folsom Prison

The warden at a troubled prison in northern California is retiring this month, and the governor has just given the former chief deputy warden there a big promotion. KQED reporters Julie Small and Suk…

Published on 1 year ago

Where Food Waste Goes In Southern California

The holidays are a time where we tend to eat a lot of food, and throw a lot out. Americans throw away about four pounds of waste per day, higher than anywhere in the world. But where does all that fo…

Published on 1 year ago

California Democrats Plan To Take Measured Approach During Trump's Second Term

The first time Donald Trump was elected president, blue state Democrats -- particularly those from California -- asserted themselves as the frontline of the resistance. Eight years later, they say th…

Published on 1 year ago