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“Friction-maxxing,” a term coined by The Cut columnist Kathryn Jezer-Morton, is the art of adding more inconvenience to our lives —as technology pushes us to eliminate it. That might look like taking the bus to the grocery store instead of DoorDashing meals. Or asking a stranger for directions rather than checking Google Maps. It means putting ourselves in contact with the world, with all of the vulnerability and unpredictability that entails. We'll talk with Jezer-Morton and tech journalists about how doing things the hard way can bring us more joy, serendipity and human connection. How do you friction-maxx? Guests: Morgan Sung, host, "Close All Tabs" podcast - available on KQED's "Political Breakdown" feed Stephen Council, tech reporter, SFGATE Kathryn Jezer-Morton, columnist, The Cut, New York Magazine; author, "The Story of Your Life: How Social Media Shapes the Way We Experience Everything" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A city in California's Mojave Desert is at the center of a growing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement controversy. A privately-owned former prison has been revived by ICE and is poised to become the largest immigration detention facility on the West Coast. Since opening in August, the facility has sparked ongoing protests and drawn serious allegations of neglect and inadequate medical care, along with questions about whether it's operating legally.  Marisa and Scott are joined by KQED's senior immigration editor Tyche Hendricks to break down the allegations and legal concerns surrounding the facility. Then, they talk to California City Marquette Hawkins about his stance on the detention facility and what it's like leading a city at the center of a national debate.  Check out ⁠⁠Political Breakdown's weekly newsletter⁠⁠, delivered straight to your inbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 3:56 PM

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KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:28 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:28 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM

High in the Hayward Hills, Ukraina marks the farm and grave of Ukrainian dissident priest Agapius Honcharenko, who fled Russian authorities and settled here with his wife, Albina. These days, his farmstead is marked by a historical placard that caught the eye of our question asker, Tony. Today on the show, we explore the thrilling and noble life of Honcharenko, who life is still celebrated with an annual ceremony. Additional Resources: How a Remarkable 19th-Century Revolutionary Priest From Ukraine Ended up in Hayward Read the transcript for this episode Sign up for our newsletter Got a question you want answered? Ask! Your support makes KQED podcasts possible. You can show your love by going to https://kqed.org/donate/podcasts This story was reported by Rachael Myrow. Bay Curious is made by Katrina Schwartz, Olivia Allen-Price and Christopher Beale. Additional support from Gabriela Glueck, Jen Chien, Katie Sprenger, Maha Sanad, Ethan Toven-Lindsey and everyone on Team KQED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 midterm elections may be in November, but they're top of mind for California voters who will elect a new governor this year and who passed Proposition 50 last fall – redrawing congressional districts to favor Democrats in their bid to retake the House. We look at how redistricting is shaking out in races across the state. And we examine whether Democrats have gained an edge nationally as new polling shows voters souring on Trump's immigration and economic agenda, but concerns about election interference mount. What races are you watching? Guests: Guy Marzorati, correspondent, KQED's California Politics and Government Desk Erin Covey, editor, U.S. House of Representatives coverage for The Cook Political Report Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:56 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:28 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:28 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:29 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:29 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:56 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM

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KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:29 AM

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KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 8:29 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 8:29 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:29 AM

KQED newscast for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:29 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:29 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:29 AM

KQED newscast for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:29 AM