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“This show consistently delivers excellence following in the stellar footsteps of Michael Krasny who has moved on to his also great Grey Matter with Michael Krasny
Alexis Madrigal and Mina Kim are excellent, well prepared and sympathetic hosts who present interesting and relevant topics on a...”Read full review »
ReedMaid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“The CEO of California’s high-speed rail project makes the claim that the cost per mile of that project is equivalent to the cost of similar projects in other countries (the per mile cost is actually more than 10x greater). Nina Kim just moves onto the next question instead of questioning the...”Read full review »
Neal________________ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/24
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“There are so many issues and topics to discuss in the Bay area and California, but it seems that this show only wants to discuss safe topics and book releases. Also the hosts avoid asking hard questions and having opposing views present. I guess that's not to offend anyone and attract more...”Read full review »
Lucemfere via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/23
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“I used to listen to this every day but now it’s getting less each month. Neither of the current hosts ask challenging questions nor do they discuss topics of interest. Michael Krasney had authors of new books on the show and various people on with differing views debate on his show. It was...”Read full review »
JOD SF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/23
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“Since Michael Krasny retired this show has been a shell of itself. It’s unfair to expect the hosts to be as good as MK. Minas ok, Madrigal awful. Topics are too often some social justice issue. Guests reflect same priorities as topics, rooted in identity politics. Often feels like the shows put...”Read full review »
MustBTrouble via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/23
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“your forum presenter anita k. during the interview with the 2 bakers kept saying “the president” when talking about trump. when you say president i think you mean biden. don’t be a dolt, use “past president” or is that too hard for you and the same goes for the bakers and all people that...”Read full review »
midwestBlue via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/23
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“I so miss Michael an his brain teaser informative forums. Now it seems that every time I turn on the radio I hear mothers talking about kid problems. I do like kids but not a steady diet of talk.
It will not keep me from giving the annual donation . I have been behind KQED. since the 60’s. ...”Read full review »
Adfree original user via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/23
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“This show consistently has topics that I’m interested in and handles them in a smart way!”
nickname________ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/23
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“Can’t add more than the title. what used to be a must listen, is now just a little too much of the rest of NPR, all sing-songy gee wiz delivery instead of depth.
Long time subscriber, now very infrequent listener.
sorry.
12/8/2022 Go-To Karaoke? Just by the title I know who will be hosting. ...”Read full review »
j footprint via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/22
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“Used to listen to this show during Michael Krasny’s tenure. Michael used to challenge guests from both sides of the political spectrum. From time to time you would get to the bone and the hard data too.
Now you get the social justice identity politics side and no challenges at all. Basically...”Read full review »
Visen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/26/22
“This program used to bring together voices with opposing views. While the bias against the conservative side by the host was certainly noticeable, an opposing view was still heard. These conservative voices made great arguments since they knew they were not preaching to the choir. The voice in...”Read full review »
oldipodsf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/22
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“I start my day in Santa Cruz online live w these two hours EVERY DAY!
Always interesting and thought provoking, I appreciate the respectful and enjoyable conversations. I am hungry for ideas and reasonable interactions.
Always starting my day w an even keel, I look forward each morning to...”Read full review »
santacruz ears via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/22
“These new ‘Viewpoints’ are the usual humdrum of progressive talking points and identity politics.
I loved listening to Michael Krazny - I felt he really tried to extend the political spectrum of what he covered - even if he was quite progressive.
KQED gave up on this during Trump era and...”Read full review »
Chien-rouge via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/21
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“It looks like she is more and more prone to
giggling and laughing at inappropriate times. And i cringed all the way through the “podcasts recommendations” episode. Way too oriented to the light and funny.
Anybody listening to all the wonderful podcasts of more serious/informative content?”
maria tenta via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/21
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“I am reviewing to give the feedback that I’m finding the new-ish format with breaks every quarter of an hour so difficult to listen to. It is so frustrating that just as the introductions end and the conversation warms up and really gets going — there’s the music again!! It is so painful to have...”Read full review »
kkmck1985 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/20
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“I’m a longtime fan - so great to now have as a podcast. Love Michael Krasny and Mina Kim as hosts, covering the topics of the moment with great guests.”
Mixyplixl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/20
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“Journalism is not dying on NPR, it is decomposing.
Used to love it, but Trump derangement syndrome got you bad. A lie every five minutes — deleted.”
web_sage via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/20
“Delegating important proposition coverage to Bay Curious is the poorest decision ever!!! Katie Orr needs major vocal coaching to be a podcast host. She has so many verbal ticks such as vocal fry - it’s just unbearable to listen to and a shame. The Allen Price gal could also use some coaching. We...”Read full review »
TinaDangelo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/20
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“I love Michael Krasny and I love Minna Kim! I left SF and continued to listen. Back in the Bay Area again, it remains a stellar, relevant, articulate and thoughtful show.”
KHASL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/20
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“Idk what crawled up Larry’s posterior. Keep doing your thing and giggling, Mina”
Borat4Ever via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/20
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“Don’t listen to Larry mansplaining!
Hey Larry it’s just your opinion, man!”
X13 b45 8 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/20
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“Great example of what you’re prone to, Mina. Listen to the Elizabeth Warren episode you so capably steered. Serious issues, and an appropriately sober tone during the first 2/3 of the broadcast. And THEN. When you laugh during the question you’re asking, it communicates a lot, and all that...”Read full review »
Larry in Contra Costa County via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/20
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“While Michael has an incredible breadth of knowledge and geniality with guests and callers, I cringe when he is interviewing solo female guests. Often his questions lack depth and insight, and he interrupts and makes way too many inane (useless) comments and “Dad jokes.” I don’t say these things...”Read full review »
santaclams via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/20
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Go Greg Go via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/19
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“Makes me sad to say this as I am a huge fan like everyone else, but after hearing the Tony Morrison interview, MK should retire.”
hajaxavier via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/19
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“I want to report that on Wednesday 10/2/19, the podcast under the title of Paul Tough on ‘How College are or Breaks Us’ is also the content of From ‘Borowitz Report’ to ‘Retro Report’: Andy Borowtz on Unpacking News Through Humor. While the later is a very good show, I would really like to...”Read full review »
agnesleung via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/19
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“Thank you KQED for the consistently good Forum and for offering it as a podcast!”
Mytownnews via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/18
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“Krazney is great”
No. California Moderate Dem. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/18
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“Forum is the best current affairs show I have ever listened to. It is my go-to place to get informed on what’s important to know.”
jmwhite5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/18
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“Does this podcast not include the local Bay Area topic matters? If not, why? It’s the reason I subscribed...”
Daanab via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/18
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“I've listened to Forum for over 10 years. I love the show. They have great guests and smart journalism. I was a regular radio listener and now I listen to the podcast every week.”Read full review »
Tkling578853 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/17
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“Krasny is a smart guy, and is well prepared. But he interrupts way too much. It's especially painful when he has a brilliant guest who needs more than 30 seconds to answer a question and Krasny breaks in as if he's not even been listening. This is really his one sin, but it is a big one,...”Read full review »
Beldar88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/16
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“Only kidding, Michael.”
LouLou223 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/16/16
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“No matter the topic, Forum is always fascinating. I love the breadth of subject matter and the even-handed perspective that Michael and his guests offer. I listen to Forum every morning and always feel like I learn something new and interesting.”
amanda.meiyi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/16
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“Some great programming that you can take in your pocket, listen to whenever and wherever you are! This is for those times when you can’t finish listening to a show on your commute! Subscribe to this podcast and you won’t regret it.”
attentionspan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/16
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“I first started listening to Forum after having taken one of Michael Krasny's classes at SF State. He is a thorough interviewer, fair and balanced, and always comes well prepared on the topic with each guest. The show covers a wide variety of current events, politics, history and art. Thank...”Read full review »
haveatomato via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/15
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“Krasny is incredibly fair, even tempered and intelligent. Probably the best forum host in the country. Most talk radio rarely has both opinion-less hosts and gives equal weight to differing opinions. The Forum has both. The show's guests are, for the most part, great regarding the...”Read full review »
RobRob123456789 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/15
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“It's difficult to start the day without Krasny. He's the best interviewer on air. I don't know how he does it, but he manages to match the mood and intellect of every guest he interviews, and in so doing, gives us glimpses into some of the best and brightest minds around.”
patipixi via ·
09/10/14
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“Great guests. Great variety. Very intelligent interviews and listener participation.”
stew via ·
05/07/14
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“I love this show and listen to it daily. I love that they open the phones maybe I'm old fashion at 31 but I love listening to a show where callers call in-granted I typically think the callers are misinformed but that's part of the fun”
Boldwake via ·
03/05/14
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“Always has great guests, informative, entertaining, engaging- I try to never miss a show!”
kareninsf via ·
02/19/14
“People listen to this show from across the continent. That is not without reason!”
sanity via ·
12/25/13
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“Forum is the national standard of quality for radio talk. ”
srlawton via ·
10/14/13
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“Always engaging newsmakers however show tends to have overly Californian emphasis and specifically the bay area. This tends to limit shows appeal.”
kittycorbu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/13
“Despite his occasionally over-pedantic style, Krasny does an excellent job of diving deep into conversations with interesting expert guests on a variety of topics. Sometimes hit or miss depending on your interests but usually very good. ”
podvader via ·
09/18/13
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“The show is up to date, has timely topics, and gets the best, most informed guests. Michael Krasney is one of the best radio hosts in the country, if not the best.”
Frustrated lawyer12345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/12
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“Very educational. Listening to Joseph Stiglitz right now. The Price of Inequality. Highly valuable listening. Why the rich pay too little, how to help the rest of us.”
jimvavra via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/12/12
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