The Finest

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How Taylor Guitars changed the guitar industry — and helped revitalize an African forest in the process

October 08, 2026

Taylor Guitars is one of the world's best-known acoustic guitar makers, with roots in San Diego and a history of changing how guitars are designed and made. But founder Bob Taylor's work has taken him far beyond the factory floor. A trip to Cameroon to investigate an ebony sawmill exposed a problem with wood used in his guitars and sent Bob on a decades-long journey involving forests, sustainability and some surprising research. We visit Taylor Guitars in El Cajon and talk with Bob about the ...

Physics Girl spent her life explaining science. Then science couldn't explain her illness

October 01, 2026

Dianna Cowern, better known as Physics Girl, built a career explaining science to millions of people. But after a mild case of COVID, she developed debilitating symptoms that left her largely bedbound and unable to do many of the things she once took for granted, including sharing physics videos with her devoted fans. After struggling to find answers, she was diagnosed with ME/CFS and mast cell activation syndrome. Three years after she stopped making videos, Dianna recently returned to Physi...

Nicole Hernandez's music crosses borders, languages and genres

September 17, 2026

San Diego musician Nicole Hernandez grew up in Tijuana with a Cuban father and a mother from Sinaloa, Mexico. The music she heard growing up, from salsa and reggaeton to hip-hop, now finds its way into her sound. After discovering Nicole through the NPR Tiny Desk Contest, we invited her and her band to perform at the KPBS San Diego Book Festival. After the performance, Nicole joined us in the studio to talk about her debut album, "Layers," writing in English and Spanish, the stories behind so...

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How do I get in touch with The Finest?

The Finest is hosted by Kinsee Morlan. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@kpbs.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Finest?

The publicly listed email for The Finest: podcasts@kpbs.org.

How many listeners does The Finest have?

Podseeker estimates The Finest reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Finest?

The Finest typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: San Diego-based or regionally relevant artists, authors, filmmakers, animation professionals, academics, cultural researchers, creative-industry practitioners, and community organizers with direct experience or informed perspectives on cultural change. Common among recent guests: Published books or recognized creative work; Leadership of an independent creative project or cultural organization; Academic or professional expertise in arts, technology, literature, or culture. Recent guests include Enid Sherman, Mimi Phung, and Courtney Geilenfeldt.

How hard is it to get booked on The Finest?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Finest cover?

Recent episodes cover San Diego, Art, Cultural Identity, and Literature. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.