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Bay Curious is a show about your questions – and the adventures you find when you go looking for the answers. Join host Olivia Allen-Price to explore all aspects of the San Francisco Bay Area – from the debate over "Frisco", to the dinosaurs that once roamed California, to the causes of homelessness. Whether you lived here your whole life, or just arrived, Bay Curious will deepen your understandin... more

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Recent Guests

Umesise Sise
Junior at Summit Tamal Pais in San Pablo
Episode: A Peek Into The Lives Of Four Bay Area Teens
Abby Kim
Graduating class of 2026, competitive field hockey player
Tilden Preparatory School, Wana Creek, California
Episode: A Peek Into The Lives Of Four Bay Area Teens
Olivia Ma
Senior at Basis Independent Fremont Upper School, aspiring journalist
Basis Independent Fremont
Episode: A Peek Into The Lives Of Four Bay Area Teens
Rhea Minglani
Class of 2025 at Prospect High School
Episode: A Peek Into The Lives Of Four Bay Area Teens
Arlene Owseichik
Creative director behind hundreds of the Fillmore's storied posters
Bill Graham Presents
Episode: Behind the Fillmore's Iconic Music Posters
Matthew Stephen Allen
The solitary caretaker of Brooks Island
East Bay Regional Parks District
Episode: Journey to a Lonely Island in San Francisco Bay
Pauline Bartolone
KQED reporter who investigated the military base closures
KQED
Episode: Why Are There so Many Abandoned Military Bases?
Dick Walker
Author of several books about California history
Episode: Why Are There so Many Abandoned Military Bases?
Eloise Epstein
Researcher who studied military base closures
Episode: Why Are There so Many Abandoned Military Bases?

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Olivia Allen-Price
Host of the show, engaging listeners with thought-provoking inquiries and explorations of the Bay Area's unique stories.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Great show for the whole family!

    Our kids love it as much if not more than the adults that listen. Thank you Olivia and team! :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8347879764
    United Statesa month ago
  • Never dull

    Possibly my favorite podcast. Bite sized bits of world history and the San Francisco Bay Area’s role in it. I love being able to vote for the topics they cover. First rate!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Enophilliac
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show!

    So many interesting topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eighty05
    United Statesa month ago
  • So good!

    I love learning about The Bay and finding new places to explore! Thanks for all you do!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scorpi07
    United Statesa month ago
  • Boo-curious for the win!

    Obsessed!!

    Thank you for making the boo-curious series a month long. It’s fantastic!

    Love the regular show too obviously!!❣️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    telletelltelle
    United States4 months ago

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Many praise the engaging storytelling style and relevance of the topics, making complex social issues more accessible.
Feedback indicates a strong appreciation for the community-driven nature of the program, encouraging involvement and curiosity.
There are occasional critiques regarding certain interviews or content that may not meet the standards set by previous episodes, but overall, listeners express a high level of satisfaction.
Listeners appreciate the depth and local focus of the content, often citing how it helps them feel connected to the Bay Area even from afar.

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The Berkeley Park That Was Once All Trash
Q: How did Berkeley's former landfill site become one of its most popular public parks?
The transformation involved sealing off the garbage and landscaping the site into a park, though challenges arose from the buried waste.
Your Bay Area Transit Questions, Answered: Bridge Tolls, Lane Closures and Vanity Plates Too
Q: Why has that single lane at the Toll Plaza for the Bay Bridge been closed for years?
The lane was closed after it was damaged in an accident, and the toll plaza is set to be replaced with open road tolling technology instead of rebuilding that specific lane.
Your Bay Area Transit Questions, Answered: Bridge Tolls, Lane Closures and Vanity Plates Too
Q: Where does all that toll money from Bay Area bridges go?
The toll money goes to maintaining bridges and funding various regional transportation projects.
What it Takes to Redevelop Old Military Bases
Q: As for some of these other military sites around the Bay Area, what are some plans for development there?
There is a strong desire to create new housing on these sites, which are transit-friendly and can meet affordable housing goals.
What it Takes to Redevelop Old Military Bases
Q: So Pauline, the Mare Island Navy Shipyard closed all the way back in the 1990s, and other bases here also closed decades ago. Why does it take so long to reinvent them?
The redevelopment takes a long time primarily due to environmental cleanup, regulatory complexities, and the involvement of private developers.

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A showcase of listener-driven inquiries, this show invites exploration of the unique and diverse elements of the San Francisco Bay Area. With episodes that address a range of subjects—including local history, community art, and cultural phenomena—audiences are likely to discover intriguing narratives that arise from everyday questions. The engaging storytelling, combined with expert insights, often reflects on the region's complexities, from its vibrant LGBTQ+ history to the intricacies of urban development and food culture. Overall, the content fosters a sense of connection among listeners whether they are longtime residents or newcomers, aiming to deepen their knowledge of the locale they call home.

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1. The Bay
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Recent guests on Bay Curious include:

1. Umesise Sise
2. Abby Kim
3. Olivia Ma
4. Rhea Minglani
5. Arlene Owseichik
6. Matthew Stephen Allen
7. Pauline Bartolone
8. Dick Walker

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