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Nuclear Power Revisited

Coal-powered power plants are a big contirubtor to global warning, so much so that nuclear power is getting a second look, even here in California, where a moratorium on new nuclear power plants has put a lid on the industry for 30 years. Will California have a change of heart?Reporter: Amy Standen


The Downfall of Duke Cunningham

Former San Diego Congressman Randy "Duke" Cunningham is now serving 8 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to accepting bribes in exchange for steering tens of millions of dollars in federal money to defense contractors. Cunningham's undoing began with a series of articles in the San Diego Union Tribune that outlined his relationship with defense contractor Mitchell Wade. The new book "The Wrong Stuff" describes how Cunningham went from decorated Navy fighter pilot to federal inmate. Guest: Jerry Kammer , Copley News Service reporter and co-author of "The Wrong Stuff".


Music Bridge: "The Girl at the Typewriter" by The Beau Hunks Sextet, from "Celebration on the Planet Mars: A Tribute to Raymond Scott" (Koch)

California Songs: Ozomatli's "City of Angels"

The 10-piece collective Ozomatli has won a devoted fan base with its musical mix of genres -- including elements of funk, jazz and hip-hop, with a Latin influence. Guests: Jabu , Ozomatli rapper; Justin Porée , Ozomatli percussionist.


Outsider Artist Judith Scott

A new documentary examines the life and work of artist Judith Scott, who was born 64 years ago with a diagnosis of Down Syndrome and a designated IQ of 30. Years later, it was discovered that she was also deaf. But today, her artwork is shown at galleries around the world and sells for thousands of dollars. Scott spent 35 years in an institution back east, where she languished until her sister Joyce brought her to California. Only then was her artistic talent discovered. Guest: Betsy Bayha, director of "Outsider: The Life and Art of Judith Scott".


End Music: "Escapade" by The Wynton Kelly Trio, from "Sounds From The Verve Hi-Fi" (Verve)

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