HighlightsMay 23, 2013
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Battle Castle
Crac des Chevaliers
Tonight at 8:00pm
on KQED 9 In this series, historian Dan Snow unravels the stories of six of the world's most famous castles, from Europe to the Middle East.
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Forum
Doctor Paul Farmer
Today at 10:00am
on KQED 88.5 FM Doctor and activist Paul Farmer joins us to talk about his advice to future doctors and his new book, "To Repair the World," a collection of his speeches on global health and social justice.
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Fresh Air
Julianne Moore
Today at 1:00pm
on KQED 88.5 FM Actress Julianne Moore joins the program. She's currently starring in the new film "What Maisie Knew" as an out-of-control rock star and mother in the midst of a nasty custody battle. Moore has been nominated for an Oscar four times.
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Bay Area Bites
"Avoid Extreme Diets — 5 Warm Weather Foods That Naturally Detox The Body" - Some people use extreme diets like fasting and juice cleanses. But these aren?t necessary for most people and may be dangerous without medical supervision. Here are five foods that support the body while cleansing.
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
KQED celebrates with special TV and radio programming in May and honors four local heroes. Download a printable guide.
Watch the Celebration Online Now
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Apply to be on Genealogy Roadshow!
Here's your chance to be a part of history. Do you have a family mystery you would like solved? Is there a missing piece or person in your family tree you've always wondered about? Apply to be on the San Francisco episode of this new television series now.
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We Need You!
Volunteer during our next on-air fundraising drive beginning May 8. It's a great way to support KQED Radio with your time.
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For Educators
Do Now: Everybody Dance Now!
What's your best dance move? If you don't have a signature dance move that you consider your own, then make one up! Capture your move in a short video and share the link with us.
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News Fix
Boy Scouts Vote to Accept Gay Youth
The proposal drafted by the BSA's governing executive committee says boys can no longer be excluded from Scouting solely on the basis of sexual orientation. A longstanding ban on gay adult leaders will remain in place.
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