Ken Bastida

Good Question: What Was The Beat Generation All About?

A new generation of San Franciscan’s may not be aware of the role the city played in a social movement led by a group of people known as the beatniks.

2011/09/06

Good Question: How And Why Do Cats Purr?

If you have one, you know it’s one of the sweetest sounds out there. In this Good Question: How and why do cats purr?

2011/09/02

Good Question: What’s That Small Building North Of The Golden Gate Bridge?

It was built almost 180 years ago to warn ships, now it sits as a reminder. Ellen in San Lorenzo asked this Good Question: What is that small white building on the Marin side below the Golden Gate Bridge?

KPIX 5–2011/09/01

Good Question: Why Do Seagulls Show Up At The End Of Giants Games?

At the ballpark, it’s all about timing. But we’re not talking about the players. Whitney Gould asked this Good Question: How do seagulls know when to show up at AT&T Park at the end of a Giants game?

KPIX 5–2011/08/31

Good Question: What Is The Average Depth Of San Francisco Bay?

With its deep blue and green waters, San Francisco Bay is a favorite destination of tourists and locals. Jeff Arcuri of Foster City asked this Good Question: What is the average depth of San Francisco Bay?

KPIX 5–2011/08/26

Good Question: How Does Football’s Salary Cap Work?

A pro football team is one unit, with some highly paid athletes. In this Good Question: How does football’s salary cap work?

KPIX 5–2011/08/25

Good Question: How Did Ballpark Bleachers Get Their Name?

They are way beyond the outfield fence, and cost a fraction of a seat behind home plate. Adair Jones of Sausalito asked this Good Question: Where did they come up with the name “bleachers” at a baseball park?

KPIX 5–2011/08/24

Good Question: What Happened To Ships Swept During Japan’s Tsunami?

The earthquake and tsunami that rocked Japan moved these vessels into neighborhoods, roadways and buildings. In this Good Question: How are the Japanese moving large ships that got swept inland by the tsunami?

KPIX 5–2011/08/23

Good Question: What Non-Mail Stuff Has Been Found In A Mailbox?

Joe Scheufler of Burlingame asked this Good Question: What kind of strange non-mail stuff has been put into a mailbox?

KPIX 5–2011/08/19

Good Question: How Much Do Unregistered Cars Cost California?

At a time when the state could use each cent it can get, revenue from DMV fees can really add up. In this Good Question: How much is California losing to residents who drive with out-of-state plates?

KPIX 5–2011/08/18

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