American Experience: The Bombing of Germany

Focuses on the United States' bombing campaign during World War II, which claimed the lives of half a million German civilians.

Tonight at 9:00pm on KQED 9HD

Countdown to Valentine's Day

From sausage-making to truffle-rolling, salted caramels to secret dinners, Bay Area Bites has the tastiest list of Valentine's Day inspirations in town.

Writers' Block: Patti Smith

Patti Smith reads excerpts from "Just Kids," her powerful memoir about life with Robert Mapplethorpe.

Listen to Writers' Block

Hear Smith interviewed on Forum

Forum: Stewart Brand

Stewart Brand helped define the 1960s counterculture with his "Whole Earth Catalog." Now he's angered some on the left with a new book which endorses nuclear power and genetic engineering.

Today at 10:00am on Radio 88.5 & 89.3

Truly CA Shorts: Our Lady of Tamale

Cecil B. Feeder's rockumentary about local legend Virginia Ramos, a.k.a. The Tamale Lady, features more than fifty original 30-second songs by San Francisco's music community.

Black History Month

KQED celebrates with special programming in February. Download a resource guide listing Black History Month television and radio programs, along with listings of community resources.

Donate Your Car to KQED

Interested in donating your vehicle to an organization you believe in? Schedule a pickup that's convenient for you.

Nominate a Women's History Month Unsung Hero

KQED is seeking nominations for Unsung Bay Area Local Heroes for Women's History Month 2010. Please submit Bay Area Local Hero nomination forms by Fri, Feb 5.