HighlightsMay 18, 2012

  • Johnny Carson

    Johnny Carson

    King of Late Night

    Tonight at 9:00pm on KQED 9

    American Masters explores the life, the career and the complexities of the biggest star television has ever produced.

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    Forum

    Bill Bradley

    Today at 10:00am on KQED 88.5 FM

    America is in a state of confusion, threatening the country's stability and global standing. So writes former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Bill Bradley in his new book "We Can All Do Better."

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    Talk of the Nation

    Urban Farming

    Today at 12:00pm on KQED 88.5 FM

    Instead of buying supermarket veggies from another hemisphere, how about farming on city rooftops instead? The show discusses urban agriculture and the future of food.

  • Golden Gate Bridge

    Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary

    The Golden Gate Bridge turns 75 on May 27. KQED explores its history with special television and radio broadcasts, interactive features, and more.

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    Open Newsrooms

    What issues should the media be covering this election year? Share your thoughts with reporters from KQED and The Bay Citizen at events in the Bay Area.

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    Should smokers pay more?

    KQED's new blog "The Lowdown" explores the underlying question that Proposition 29 poses to California voters, who go to the polls in June to decide if smokers should pay an extra buck in taxes for a pack of cigs.

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    America Revealed in PBS LearningMedia

    Enhance your curriculum with "America Revealed" video clips and supporting classroom materials in PBS LearningMedia. This PBS series provides an otherwise unseen view of America to demonstrate how our systems work.

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White Rabbit, Red Rabbit

White Rabbit, Red Rabbit

Fri, May 18, 2012: Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour declined to serve in his country's armed forces. In return, the Iranian government denied his request for a passport. Unable to ...

2012 Maker Faire Bay Area

2012 Maker Faire Bay Area

Sat, May 19, 2012: Maker Faire is a two-day, family fun festival of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness. The fair celebrates rockets, robots, crafts, and other hands-on activities. The hours ...

Open Newsroom

Open Newsroom

Mon, May 21, 2012: This May, you'll be able to share your concerns with reporters from two award-winning news organizations at your local coffeehouse or bar. KQED News and ...

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