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A massive wildfire raging near Los Angeles has turned parts of the city into a smoke-filled twilight zone and is threatening to damage sensitive radio, television and astronomical equipment that lies in its path.
The blaze, dubbed the Station Fire, is burning up large tracts of the Angeles National Forest which is located in the San Gabriel mountains to the northwest of downtown L.A.
Already one of the biggest wildfires this year, what will the Station Fire mean for travel to Los Angeles?
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On August 29, 2009, Peter’s show was from the Pesca Restaurant at the Watermark Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. In the first hour, his guests included:
One of the few guests who’s been somewhere Peter hasn’t, astronaut Buzz Aldrin will discuss his new book, Magnificent Desolation; The Long Journey Home from the Moon.
Steven Schauer of the San Antonio River Authority discusses the expansion of the city’s famed River Walk and long-term revitalization efforts for the San Antonio River.
Lonely Planet editor Robert Reid fills us in on why Martha’s Vineyard is a great vacation spot for the Obama family.
Local historian Maria Watson Pfeiffer explores the city’s long, colorful history.
Buzz Aldrin, Obama's Vacation and San Antonio, Texas - Hour 1 - PGW Radio: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download31
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On August 29, 2009, Peter’s show was from the Pesca Restaurant at the Watermark Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. In the second hour, his guests included:
Scott McCartney of the Wall Street Journal will talk about who’s really to blame for tarmac delays.
Shelley Grieshaber, Director of Education at the Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio, discusses the flavors of San Antonio.
Freelance journalist Eric Weiner talks with Peter about his latest article on WorldHum, entitled “A Traveler’s Fine Whine” about how to complain effectively.
Paula Owen, Director of the Southwest School of Art and Craft, will tell us where to go for arts and entertainment all around town.
Tarmac Delays, San Antonio Food, Traveler's Whines, San Antonio Arts - Hour 2 - PGW Radio: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download31
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On August 29, 2009, Peter’s show was from the Pesca Restaurant at the Watermark Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. In the third hour, his guests included:
The online editor for Budget Travel, Sean O’Neill, will discuss the new federal law regulating maximum baggage size.
The former travel editor of the San Antonio News-Express, Tracy Barnett, offers a local perspective on the city’s hidden treasures.
Outside Editor Thayer Walker will talk about his new article about a Bolivian animal-rehab center.
Author Bonnie Tsui explores ethnic neighborhoods in American Chinatown: A People’s History of Five Neighborhoods.
San Antonio Secrets, Local San Antonio, and American Chinatowns - Hour 3 - PGW Radio: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download31
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It’s that time of year again when college students pile into cars loaded with suitcases, backpacks and, of course, the requisite mini-fridge and gooseneck desk lamp.
Gadget guy Phil Baker rounds up 14 useful tech products that provide the good value and design needed to spruce up every dorm room.
So check out these gadget recommendations for students …
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Tune into Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio, which airs every weekend from a different location around the world! This weekend, Peter was in San Antonio, Texas, broadcasting from Pesca on the River inside the Watermark Hotel and Spa.
Now, we certainly don’t want to forget the Alamo, but this Texan city has plenty of culture along the San Antonio River and beyond, so we asked the locals to share some of their favorites…
