KQED Public Radio Highlights
Cambridge Forum
1776
Acclaimed historian David McCullough brings to life the tumult and uncertainty of 1776, and shows how the courage of a few men was responsible for the success of the American revolutionary experiment.
Tonight at 4:30pm
Car Talk
with Ray & Tom Magliozzi
Click and Clack tackle the tougher questions of the automobile world.
Today at 10:00am
Forum Archives
Americans and the California Dream
California historian Kevin Starr joins us to discuss his latest book covering the postwar period -- 1950 to 1963 -- when the California we know today first burst into prominence.
40 Years of KQED Public Radio
On June 25, 1969, KQED signed KQED-FM on the air. The station's first home was a three-story Victorian, used as a church for some 25 years, on Divisadero Street.
What's on now?
- 7:00pm To the Best of Our Knowledge Animal Minds
- 8:00pm To the Best of Our Knowledge How We Remember
Audio Archives
Search our audio archives of KQED-produced programs below, and listen to past episodes on your computer or take them with you on your iPod.
Radio Specials
KQED airs some of the best programs from independent radio producers and public radio networks around the world.
Recent and upcoming specials
KQED Productions
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California Money
A look at the economic, business and financial news impacting Californians.
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The California Report
Daily news and a weekly newsmagazine, produced by KQED in partnership with stations statewide.
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The Do List
Cy Musiker and David Wiegand on the hottest tickets and shows in Northern California.
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Forum
KQED's live call-in program presents wide-ranging discussions and in-depth interviews.
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KQED Radio News
KQED's local news program reporting on the latest happenings in Northern California.
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Perspectives
Our series of daily listener commentaries since 1999.
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Quest
Science and nature for and about the Bay Area. Do you know what's in your own backyard?






