San Jose Parents Say School Closures Transition Has Been Rocky, Annie Jacobsen’s Doomsday Biological War Scenario
Summary
This episode covers the death of NBA legend Don Nelson and a salmonella recall affecting California jalapeño products. It features an interview with Molly Gibbs on the contentious closure of five San Jose elementary schools and the resulting transition issues for families. Additionally, journalist Annie Jacobson discusses her book on biological warfare, exploring the risks of engineered pathogens and government response capabilities.
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Sponsors: SF Opera, Stanford MLA, and StreetEasy
Tributes to former Warriors coach Don Nelson
Recall of jalapeno products due to salmonella
San Jose school closures and transition issues
Break and sponsors: StarCast and Stanford MLA
Interview on biological warfare scenarios
Closing credits and final sponsors
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