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The Bay Bridged | Jun 19, 2013

2013 Phono del Sol Music & Food Festival

Listen to the Bay Bridged mix of bands performing at this year's Phono del Sol festival, including: Thee Oh Sees, Social Studies, Radiation City, Cool Ghouls, K. Flay and more.   

Art Review | Jun 18, 2013

Bedford Gallery's 'Larger Than Life' Is the Best Show Ever

A giant pink inflatable elephant, a yeti hugging a unicorn, and a big blue head -- what could be better? By Kristin Farr  

Noise Pop | Jun 18, 2013

Treasure Island Music Festival 2013 Lineup

Listen to the Noise Pop Podcast previewing some of the acts that will be performing at the Treasure Island Music Festival including: Animal Collective, Disclosure, James Blake, Phantogram, Sleigh Bells and more.   

Event | Jun 17, 2013

Across the Finish Line at the 2013 Music Video Race

Last Saturday, awards were given for best videos produced in 48 hours by Bay Area bands and filmmakers. Even without a red carpet or paparazzi, the event was truly special, bringing together two vibrant artistic communities. By Amanda Roscoe Mayo  

Theater Review | Jun 17, 2013

No Game Over in Crowded Fire's Videogame Afterlife

Playing Dance Dance Revolution in the Chinese Land of the Dead is par for the course in Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig's play 410[GONE]. By Sam Hurwitt  

Art & Design
  • Change Is On The Horizon For London's Famous Skyline

    The city of London boasts centuries of architectural history. But a building boom is threatening the city's traditionally low-rise aesthetic and the views of some of that history. Critics — including UNESCO — are very worried about London's changing skyline.

  • Fighting Unwanted Cat Calls, One Poster At A Time

    For women on city streets, unwanted attention from men often comes in the form of cat calls, whistles and roving eyes. New York artist Tatayana Fazlalizadeh says she's had enough and is taking her art to the streets.

  • Are We Hard-Wired For Beauty?

    Psychologist Nancy Etcoff explains why beauty inspires and motivates us. Etcoff says our response to beauty is visceral.

  • How Does Beauty Feel?

    Designer Richard Seymour says material things like cars and cassette decks can be beautiful. In fact, they should be. He says within microseconds, people fall in love with a well-designed object, and they "feel" the beauty before they think about it.

Also on KQED.org this week ...

The Earth
"The Bay Bridged" Music for June

Listen the The Bay Bridged mix of bands performing live in the Bay Area this month, including The Mantles, Cold Cave, The Spyrals, Blitzen Trapper, Monster Rally, and more. Enjoy the podcast and then go see some concerts!

Obamacare Guide
Obamacare Explained: A Guide for Californians

Starting Jan 1, 2014, most Americans will be required to have health insurance or pay a fine. KQED has created a simple guide to explain how the health law affects you, your family or your small business, here in California.