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Gene Burns November 19, 2009 7PMMore >>
Where are the jobs and infrastructure projects to get our nation back on track? Gene holds the Obama Administration accountable for not underscoring the efforts being made so far. Also, Secretary Tim Geithner is in the hot seat for not showing results on the economic front.
Gene Burns November 19, 2009 9PMMore >>
Why, as a nation, are we getting fat to the point of obesity? Some say it's fast food. Gene shares some great stories about growing up, his mom's cooking and her eating advice. We spend the hour discussing our eating habits and sharing stories.
Gene Burns November 18, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discusses the protests going on at UC campuses over proposed fee increases for students. Insructors and service staff joined the crowd to decry lay-offs as well as the 32% tuition increase. If approved, it will cost $10,302/ year for students to attend a UC school. Gene says that price is cheap for a world class higher education.
Gene Burns November 18, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene discusses the protests going on at UC campuses over proposed fee increases for students.
Gene Burns November 18, 2009 9PMMore >>
A judge ruled the US Army Corp. of Engineers is liable for the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, the storm that breached the levies in New Orleans and submerged that city. The levies still aren't fixed. Gene wonders why funds from the Reinvestment and Recovery Act haven't gone towards a massive public works initiative to rebuild the nation's infrastructure?
Gene Burns November 17, 2009 7PMMore >>
Three tragic news stories have a common thread. The US soldier who refused to deploy because she didn't have childcare; A young woman and her baby murdered then dumped in the Berkeley marina; and a 24 year old foster kid who became homeless when he termed out of the system- now he is dead. What's the thread? Unwanted children and unprepared (negligent) parents. Gene says as a society we should consider encouraging strict family planning and even abortions.
Gene Burns November 17, 2009 8PMMore >>
The discussion continues: unwanted kids and unprepared parents.
Gene Burns November 17, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene continues to discuss ill -prepared parents and unwanted kids.
Gene Burns November 16, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene dedicated the entire program to disturbing new goverment recommendations on mammograms. The phone lines were jammed.
Gene Burns November 16, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene dedicated the entire program to disturbing new goverment recommendations on mammograms.
Gene Burns November 16, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene dedicated the entire program to disturbing new goverment recommendations on mammograms.
Gene Burns November 13, 2009 7PMMore >>
Attorney General Eric Holder announced that five Guantanamo detainees will stand trial in NYC for allegedly plotting the attacks of 9/11. It is a controversial decision. Gene discusses this emerging news for the entire program tonight.
Gene Burns November 13, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene continues to discuss a controversial decision from Attorney General Eric Holder that five Guantanamo detainees will stand trial in NYC for allegedly plotting the attacks of 9/11.
Gene Burns November 13, 2009 9PMMore >>
The discussion continues: Attorney General Eric Holder announced that five Guantanamo detainees will stand trial in NYC for allegedly plotting the attacks of 9/11.
Gene Burns November 12, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discusses the so-called "Sell crack or die" case in San Francisco. It's come to light the story was a lie. Gene wonders why this guy's long criminal record wasn't relayed to the Judge.
Gene Burns November 12, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene discusses alimony-- is it an obsolete part of divorce in these tough economic times?
Gene Burns November 12, 2009 9PMMore >>
Just like alimony itself, its discussion goes on and on and on...
Gene Burns November 11, 2009 7PMMore >>
Pres. Obama has rejected proposals to escalate the war in Afghanistan. He has asked his National Security Council to come up with viable solutions and a definitive endgame. Gene says that is good news on this Veterans Day.
Gene Burns November 11, 2009 8PMMore >>
Pres. Obama has asked his National Security Council to come up with viable solutions and a definitive endgame for Afghanistan.
Gene Burns November 11, 2009 9PMMore >>
The family of the truck driver who was killed on the Bay Bridge wants to sue Caltrans. Gene says the crash was not the fault of the bridge design (the now infamous S-curve), the accident happened because of excessive speed.
Gene Burns November 10, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discusses the Middle East conflict and the 40+ years that Israel and Palestine have been fighting. Gene recommends an op-ed piece by Thomas Friedman which ran in the Sunday New York Times.
Gene Burns November 10, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene gets philosophical this hour because of an article in Modern Magazine. Ayn Rand's objectionist philosophy is the object of debate-- producers vs. taking care of the community- and Libertarianism.
Gene Burns November 9, 2009 7PMMore >>
The House passed healthcare reform legislation over the weekend. Although the debate in the Senate will be fierce, Gene thinks a healthcare reform bill will be signed by Pres. Obama.
Gene Burns November 9, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene does a victory lap for healthcare reform tonight. Gene thinks a healthcare reform bill will be signed by Pres. Obama in the near future.
Gene Burns November 9, 2009 9PMMore >>
Although the Ft. Hood, Texas shooter is Muslim, Gene says that's beside the point. This soldier snapped. Gene discusses military fatigue.
Gene Burns November 6, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene reacts to the Ronn Owens program from this morning. Ronn attacked Pres. Obama on the Ft. Hood massacre. Gene is angry that no matter what Mr. Obama does, he is still criticized, sometimes with personal attacks.
Gene Burns November 6, 2009 8PMMore >>
Mark Reuter and his family started a bike charity drive. They collect money and buy new bikes to give away during the holiday season.
Gene Burns November 6, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene discusses Cal Berkeley's resolution to de-fund intercollegiate sports. The organizations are supposed to be fiscally self-sufficient per the school's charter.
Gene Burns November 5, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discusses healthcare. Today the AARP endorsed the House bill and those lawmakers are expected to vote on the national plan sometime soon. Gene says healthcare reform is a moral issue- not fiscal or politcal.
Gene Burns November 5, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene discusses the mass shooting at Ft. Hood, Tx in which 12 people were killed. That Army post has more soldier suicides than any other in the nation. These soldiers may be getting crushed mentally under the weight ot this stress and PTSD stemming from multiple deployments to the warzone.
Gene Burns November 4, 2009 8PMMore >>
Brian Copeland fills in for Gene. Brian's guest is Mark Curtis. They discuss results of the recent elections.
Gene Burns November 4, 2009 9PMMore >>
Brian Copeland fills in for Gene. A 14 year old Fresno boy is facing life in prison after he molested then murdered a 4 year old. Brian asks: should a kid under 18 years old be put away for life or is rehabilitation still possible?
Gene Burns November 3, 2009 7PMMore >>
Christine Craft sits in for Gene. As dazzling and neighborly as the recent Halloween party at the White House was, the first family is still being criticized for having the holiday bash (2000 kids were invited). Christine says some people just want to criticize the president no matter what he does.
Gene Burns November 3, 2009 8PMMore >>
Christine Craft sits in for Gene. Christine talks about medical marijuana this hour. If it is legal in California, why are the Feds still raiding pot clubs here?
Gene Burns November 3, 2009 9PMMore >>
Christine Craft sits in for Gene. Should the cost of prayer (for healing) be covered under the healthcare bill? Sen. John Kerry say yes. Christine thinks he may be backing this odd proposal because the Christian Scientists are headquatered in his state of Mass.
Gene Burns November 2, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discussed an op ed piece written by George Will. At issue is a referendum whether individual names of petitioners in support of same-sex marriage should be made public.
Gene Burns November 2, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene continued to discuss a referendum whether individual names of petitioners in support of same-sex marriage should be made public.
Gene Burns November 2, 2009 9PMMore >>
A San Jose Mercury News investigative piece shows San Jose police use excessive force in resisting-arrest cases. Gene spoke with KGO listeners about the implications.
Gene Burns October 29, 2009 7PMMore >>
An op-ed piece in the SF Chronicle sparked the discussion of "hate" this hour. Gene asks why we have to inject hate in to our disagreement over politics; personal attacks instead of disagreeing on principle or perspective.
Gene Burns October 29, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene turns to the disturbing Richmond goup-rape. Gene says we must try to understand what was going on in the minds of the attackers: mob mentality or a lack of morality?
Gene Burns October 28, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene's guest is Dr. Abolhassan Astaneh, Professor in the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UC Berkeley. They discuss the Bay Bridge breakdown and steps needed to ensure the span's safety.
Gene Burns October 28, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene continues to discuss the Bay Bridge project with callers.
Gene Burns October 28, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene turns to Afghanistan. Why are the US Troops still there?
Gene Burns October 27, 2009 7PMMore >>
Breaking news takes over this hour as the Bay Bridge shuts down after a cable snapped and hit 3 cars. it took hours for authorities to get the rush hour traffic off the bridge. The cause is under investigation. Our own expert, Dr. Bill Wattenburg, joins us on the Live Line to offer analysis.
Gene Burns October 27, 2009 8PMMore >>
Documentary filmmaker, Annabel Park joins Gene in the studio to discuss her new film called 9500 Liberty. The movie documents a heated battle in Virginia over illegal immigration.
Gene Burns October 27, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene continues to discuss the Bay Bridge breakdown along with immigration for the final hour.
Gene Burns October 26, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discusses immmigration because of a specific, difficult case. The wife of a U.S. solider is also an illegal immigrant. Gene says this story underscores the immediate need for immigration reform.
Gene Burns October 26, 2009 9PMMore >>
Is the sun rising or setting on the United States empire? The latest prosperity index, which compares economies, healthcare, poverty, quality of life etc. in countries throughout the world, was released recently. America used to be #4-- now we are ranked #9 overall.
Gene Burns October 23, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene discusses the H1N1 flu vaccine and the fear of it with callers.
Gene Burns October 23, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene discusses the H1N1 flu vaccine and the fear of it with callers.
Gene Burns October 23, 2009 9PMMore >>
A Blue Ribbon panel is telling the U.S. - go big or stay home when it comes to NASA. Gene asks is it time for NASA to be idle and unfunded until we can fix our economic problems here on Earth?
Gene Burns October 22, 2009 7PMMore >>
A trial that Gene has followed for months came to a resolution today. A (former) teacher in Kentucky was acquitted for having sex with a 16 year old student. It took the jury only 70 minutes to find her not guilty. Gene asks-- are the boundaries between students and teachers too informal?
Gene Burns October 22, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene continues the discussion of the teacher acquitted of having sex with a student. The young woman says she can never return to teaching.
Gene Burns October 22, 2009 9PMMore >>
Gene discusses the pilots who overshot their destination and lost contact with air traffic control for more than an hour. Gene says, unequivicolly, the pilots should be fired- no questions asked.
Gene Burns October 21, 2009 7PMMore >>
Gene follows up on a story that we discussed earlier. Metrolink announced it will install cameras in the trains to monitor the engineers. Their union has filed suit claiming invasion of privacy. Gene says there is no expectation of privacy at the workplace unless you are in the restroom.
Gene Burns October 21, 2009 8PMMore >>
Gene takes aim at the Catholic Church. He discussed today's announcement meant to lure Anglicans to the more traditional Catholic Church-meaning no female or gay priests.
Gene Burns October 20, 2009 7PMMore >>
A recent report reveals that tuition costs have risen by 7%. One year at a public university will cost about $7000. Stop complaining, Gene says, you can earn a four year degree for about $30-thousand dollars!
Gene Burns October 20, 2009 8PMMore >>
Tuition costs have risen by 7%. Gene continues the discussion.
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