A taste of arts and culture from Opening Day to Carlsbad dining

It's the time of year for Padres fans' favorite words: Play ball!

On today's arts and culture show, we get a peak into Padres Opening Day and hear from a Carlsbad chef in the running for a major award.

Plus, our Midday Movies critics highlight women directors for Women's History Month, from trailblazers to emerging new voices.

Then, the weekend preview of upcoming events in the music scene.

Guests:

• Jacob Aere, producer, KPBS
• Eric Bost, chef and owner of several Carlsbad restaurants
• Beth Accomando, arts reporter, KPBS
• Yazdi Pithavala, host, Moviewallas
• Julia Dixon Evans, arts reporter, KPBS