KPBS Roundtable offers perspectives from those who tell San Diego’s stories. Join us for a weekly discussion with reporters, adding depth and context to the headlines driving the news in the San Diego region. New episodes drop every Friday afternoon.
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Midday Edition uplifts voices in San Diego with fearless conversations about intriguing issues. Host, Jade Hindmon, cuts through the noise with questions that give listeners a deeper understanding of themselves, people and the community they live in. Guests share diverse perspectives from their expertise and lived experience. In a city and world that's rapidly changing, Jade’s interviews inspire, inform and make you think. New episodes drop Monday - Thursday afternoons.
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Two local artists reflect on Đẹp, a recent exhibit in the Mingei, which challenges Vietnamese beauty standards.
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College campuses have become a focal point for protests against the war in Gaza, and student journalists have been vital in telling the stories behind the protests. Plus, we get an update on recent KPBS reporting on the Imperial Valley.
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A climate activist and local professor discuss climate policy and what it could take for elected officials to work across party lines.
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Thursday, May 16 is Bike Anywhere Day. To celebrate, we hear about the state of bike infrastructure in the San Diego region, as well as provide safety tips for cyclists and drivers.
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Author Christopher Marquis' latest book, "The Profiteers," investigates how many companies evade social responsibility and what other businesses are doing about it.
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Foraging — the practice of gathering plants, fruit and fungi — is gaining more widespread interest. But it's an age-old practice.
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San Diego County has one of the highest jail death rates in California. On Midday Edition Monday, impacted family members discuss their grief, frustration and activism.
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The San Diego Lowrider Archival Project documents the historical and cultural significance of lowriders through photographs, memorabilia, art and more.
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The documentary feature "Interpreters Wanted" follows brothers Saifullah and Ismail Haqmal, who served as interpreters alongside U.S. Forces in Afghanistan for over a decade.
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KPBS listeners and guests open up about how they find community, entertainment and educational opportunities in San Diego's third spaces.
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In a new book, a San Diego professor highlights the struggle for care, class inequality and the meaning of client choice in Los Angeles' mental health care system.
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On Midday Edition Monday, we discussed the significance of Pro-Palestinian demonstrations and how they compare to major student movements throughout history.
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Border wait times across the San Diego-Tijuana region are high, impacting people’s quality of life and the regional economy. Plus, a Congressional investigation is now underway into the millions of dollars in fees Frontwave credit union collects from young marines in overdraft fees.
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A pioneer in the field of trauma therapy talks about his new memoir. Also, a new exhibit will highlight stories and feature artwork by incarcerated women. And finally, NPR launches a new podcast that is part-interview, part-game show.
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Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias take a heavy toll on individuals and their caregivers. New medications offer hope, but raise accessibility concerns.
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Library advocates speak on the potential impacts of proposed budget cuts to the city of San Diego's library system, and college librarians adapt to AI technology across campuses.
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The seventh annual San Diego Book Crawl is back to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day. Also, an action-packed Midday Movies. And your weekend arts preview.
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KPBS Midday Edition speaks with author Ieva Jusionyte about her book "Exit Wounds" that traces the impacts of cross-border gun smuggling.
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Local surfers coast through the history, activism and artistry of surfing in San Diego.
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Environmental advocates share local efforts to make the earth a healthier place on Earth Day and year round.
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In the months after the January floods, San Diego's Shelltown community has come together to help those who were impacted. Plus, the EPA announced new federal limits on forever chemicals in drinking water. We hear what it means for California.
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Local author Rachael Cohen will host a succulent art workshop in celebration of her book, "Self-Care for Eco-Anxiety." Also, we discuss two upcoming film festivals. And we have your weekend arts preview.
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We hear from a cybersecurity expert on how we can best protect ourselves and our information online. Plus, we talk about ways to budget and save for the future when living costs are high.
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Trade schools are sparking interest as an alternative career path for Generation Z students in the San Diego region and beyond. On Midday Edition Tuesday, we look into the growing trade workforce locally.
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Former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher used campaign funds to pay for his legal defense against sexual assault and harassment allegations. And California is spending billions of dollars on homelessness. Is it working?
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