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The Vast Reach of Jeffrey Epstein's Network | KQED Airdate: Monday, March 2 at 10 AM Weeks after the Department of Justice released millions of pages of documents related to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, new questions are emerging about…

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We're talking to experts about the latest disclosures in the Epstein files, and what Epstein’s ties to political, academic and business elites reveal about the structure of power and influence in our society.

❓What Qs do you have about the handling of the Epstein case?

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US and Israel Bomb Iran, Kill Khamenei. What Comes Next? | KQED We talk with experts on Iran about what the attacks mean for the future of the Islamic Republic and the region, and what might happen next.

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We're talking to experts on Iran about what the attacks mean for the future of the Islamic Republic and the region, and what might happen next.

❓What Qs do you have about the latest developments in Iran?

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We're talking to @nymag.com's E. Alex Jung, writer, Candice Lim, and Pixar's, Domee Shi about the world of fan fiction.

❓Are you a fan of fanfic?

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Who Runs the World? Fanfiction Writers! | KQED We're tracing how communities of queer, female, and frequently thirsty fans became a force too big for publishers and Hollywood executives to ignore.

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We're talking about fan fictionFan fiction, where fans reimagine their favorite characters in new – often steamy – stories.

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We're talking to director, David Mendizábal, and real life and on-stage couple Jimmy Smits and Wanda De Jesús about their new production of Arthur Miller's “All My Sons.”

❓Have you seen or are you planning on seeing "All My Sons?"

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Ethical Questions Arise from CA’s Commercial Surrogacy Industry | KQED We unpack why, and the reforms advocates want to see to improve the informed consent of both surrogates and intended parents — and to keep their children safe.

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We're talking to @newyorker.com staff writer Ava Kofman and family law specialist Deborah Wald about the ethical concerns arising from California's commercial surrogacy industry and the reforms advocates want to see.

❓What Qs do you have about commercial surrogacy in California?

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AI is Changing Fast. How Are You Using It Now? | KQED We talk about how AI is evolving, and how to think about the ethics of using these tools.

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We're talking to technology reporters @nitasha.bsky.social,
@heatherkelly.bsky.social and @wired.com's Maxwell Zeff about how AI is evolving, what the risks are and how to think about the ethics of using these tools.

❓How are you using AI tech tools in your work, your life?

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Michael Pollan Explores Labyrinth of Consciousness in 'A World Appears' | KQED We talk to Michael Pollan about his new book "A World Appears: A Journey Into Consciousness," what he uncovered and challenges of studying a phenomenon that he says we'll never understand completely.

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We're talking to @michaelpollan.bsky.social about the mysteries of sentience, thought and selfhood. What is consciousness for, and why did it evolve? Pollan's new book is "A World Appears: A Journey Into Consciousness."

❓What Qs do you have about consciousness and its study?

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Mexico Braces for More Violence After Killing of Cartel Leader | KQED We talk about what the killing of 'El Mencho' means for Mexico and the United States and what could happen next.

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We're talking to @theglutster.bsky.social, @cuny.edu's Oswaldo Zavala and the head of the North American Observatory about the killing of Mexico's most notorious drug cartel leader, El Mencho, and what could happen next.

❓What Qs do you have about the drug trade in Mexico?

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California Businesses Thrown Into Uncertainty Again After Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs | KQED We’re joined by legal and economic experts, as we investigate what a tariff policy reversal could look like for California.

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The Supreme Court ruled Friday that President Trump does not have the authority to impose his sweeping tariffs. We're talking to experts about what this means for California.

❓Have you made changes to your business, or spending habits, because of tariffs?

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Pilot of Experimental Aircraft Asks ‘Why Fly?” | KQED We talk to Paul about the history of flight, why it captivates us, and how she tried to pilot her way through heartbreak.

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We're talking to pilot and author Caroline Paul about the history of flight, why it captivates us, and how she tried to pilot her way through heartbreak.

❓What are some risks you take that others in your life think are irrational?

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Daisy Hernández Rethinks Citizenship and the Meaning of Belonging | KQED Airdate: Monday, February 23 at 10 AM Citizenship allows you to vote, get a passport and run for office – and it's supposed to be a promise of protection, equality and belonging. But as immigration…

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We're talking to Daisy Hernandez, whose new book "Citizenship" argues that today citizenship often replaces race a powerful instrument of exclusion.

❓Are you a noncitizen residing in the U.S., or an American citizen who’s felt “lesser than”? Tell us your story.

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Are Democrats Well-Positioned for the Midterms? | KQED We talk about the future of the Democratic party.

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We're talking to @theatlantic.com's @markleibovich.bsky.social and Aimee Allison, founder of She The People, about the future of the Democratic party.

❓What grade would you give Democrats since Trump came to office? Why?

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We're talking to journalist and author, Bonnie Tsui and neuroscientist, Dr. Daya Grant about how athletes can bounce back from “the yips.”

❓Have you ever lost access to a skill under pressure? What did you do?

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We're talking to @northeasternu.bsky.social's Laurie Kramer and Brown Girl Therapy founder, Sahaj Kaur Kohli about the advantages and pitfalls of being the favorite child.

❓Were you a favorite child? Do you have a favorite child?

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Do You <3 Nintendo? | KQED Keza MacDonald has been playing Nintendo games for three decades and has recently introduced her own children to their colorful worlds. MacDonald joins us and we hear from you: What was the first…

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We're talking to @mackeza.bsky.social about how Nintendo’s game design not only changed the video game industry but how we play with each other. Her new book is "Super Nintendo."

❓What’s the first Nintendo game you ever played? What do you remember from it?

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Documentary Filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir on Seeking Justice Through ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ | KQED Gandbhir is nominated for two Academy Awards this year for "The Perfect Neighbor" and a short documentary, "The Devil is Busy." She joins us to talk about American violence, surveillance and the…

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We're talking to Geeta Gandbhir, director of the Oscar-nominated "The Perfect Neighbor," about American violence, surveillance and the flood of filming happening all around us.

❓What questions do you have about “The Perfect Neighbor?” How did you react to the film?

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Concerns Build for Election Interference in Midterms | KQED We unpack what we might see in elections November and how election officials are preparing.

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We're talking to @theatlantic.com's @dgraham.bsky.social, @brennancenter.org's Wendy Weiser and Marin County's Registrar of Voters Natalie Adona about the November midterms as election interference concerns continue to build.

❓Are you concerned about election interference?

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BART Proposes Station Closures and Fare Hikes to Deal with Massive Budget Shortfall | KQED We talk to the BART's manager about the financial future of the transportation agency.

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We're talking to BART general manager Robert Powers, California state senator @jessearreguin.bsky.social and Pittsburgh mayor Dionne Adams about BART's proposed station closures and fare hikes.

❓How would BART's plans to cut service or raise fares affect you?

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Inside Animal Testing Labs With Larry Carbone | KQED We talk to veterinarian Larry Carbone about his new book "The Hidden Lives of Lab Animals," the value and ethics of animal research and what he thinks needs to change.

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We're talking to laboratory veterinarian @renzocee.bsky.social about the value and ethics of animal research and what he thinks needs to change.

❓How do you think about the costs and benefits of animal research?

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How ‘Tiny Gardens Everywhere’ Can Sustain Us | KQED We talk to environmental historian Kate Brown about the past, present and future of gardens as critical infrastructure of cities that can help sustain communities even when our systems fail.

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MIT scholar Kate Brown's new book is "Tiny Gardens Everywhere." We're talking with her about the past, present and future of gardens as critical infrastructure of cities that can help sustain communities even when our systems fail.

❓Have you been part of a community garden?

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Conservative Media's Expanding Influence | KQED We look at the challenges the journalism and media are facing and the ways the right wing is expanding its influence over U.S. media.

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We're talking to @mmfa's @mattgertz.bsky.social and @theguardian.com's Jeremy Barr about the challenges journalism is facing and the ways the right wing is expanding its influence over U.S. media.

❓Where are you getting your news now? Are you turning away from legacy media?

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Forum From the Archives: ‘Drug Story’ Explores the Disease Business one Med at A Time. We talked to journalist Thomas Goetz about modern medicine, examining some of the most prescribed drugs one diagnosis and side effect at a time.

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We're talking to tech reporters, @rmac.bsky.social and @nitasha.bsky.social about what Elon Musk’s merger of SpaceX with his AI start-up xAI means for the rest of us.

❓Do you invest in a Musk company? Why or why not?

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We're talking to sex and dating coach, Myisha Battle, "I Hate Dating Apps" podcast co-host, Daniel Yi, and dating coach, Lauren Josephine about how to improve your dating game.

❓Do you think you’re good at dating, what is your strategy?

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Kaiser Permanente Strike Enters Third Week as Talks Stall | KQED As negotiations falter, we’ll talk about the issues at stake and the impacts on patients. Are you a Kaiser worker or a patient affected by the strikes?

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We're talking to @faridajhabvala.bsky.social, SFSU's director of labor studies, a former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group and a Kaiser charge nurse about the Kaiser Permanente strike as it enters its third week.

❓Are you a Kaiser worker or patient affected by the strikes?

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How the Reopening of SF’s Castro Theater Could Revitalize Nightlife | KQED As music venues and movie theaters continue to close post-pandemic, we talk about what the  theater's renewal and reopening means for nightlife and the arts  in San Francisco.

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We're talking to @gmeline.bsky.social, a former SF director of cultural affairs, and leaders of Another Planet Entertainment and SFJazz about what the reopening of the Castro Theater means for nightlight and the arts in the city.

❓What do you think of the theater's renovation?

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Ray Madoff on 'How the Tax Code Made an American Aristocracy' | KQED We unpack how the tax code works and what real reform would look like.

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We're talking to @bostoncollege.bsky.social law professor Ray Madoff to unpack how the tax code works and what real reform would look like. Madoff's book is “The Second Estate: How the Tax Code Made an American Aristocracy.”

❓What Qs do you have about how our tax code works?

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Mother Jones Marks 50 Years of Holding the Powerful Accountable | KQED We talk with Mother Jones' leaders about its audience, nonprofit structure, journalism in these times, and what other publications can learn from them.

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We're talking to @motherjones.com editor-in-chief @clarajeffery.bsky.social and co-founder Adam Hochschild about the publication's audience, nonprofit structure, and journalism in these times as the magazine turns 50.

❓What media outlets do you support, and why?

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A Hate Murder in Orange County Exposes Growth of Neo-Nazism | KQED We talk to investigative journalist Eric Lichtblau about his new book "American Reich."

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We're talking to investigate reporter and author Eric Lichtblau about his new book "American Reich," digging into the emboldened right-wing extremism in California and across the country.

❓How has your experience of hate messaging changed since the first Trump administration?

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