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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A local author takes readers into the life of a honey bee, showing the importance of these busy pollinators. Plus, we hear some movie recommendations for Banned Books Week. And, your weekend preview.
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A local nonprofit that serves homeless veterans is now prohibited from offering them treatment for substance use disorder. We learn why. Then, we hear about how the new KPBS "true crime" podcast, Free Jane, came to be.
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On Midday Edition Wednesday, we discuss the complexities of Hispanic and Latino identities, the history of the Chicano movement, and book recommendations for Hispanic Heritage Month.
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On Midday Edition Tuesday, we’re talking about the ongoing legal challenges to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs; what that means for businesses owned by women of color and the landscape of DEI as a whole.
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School is back in session and many students are in dual-language or bilingual programs. We hear from educators about the wide-ranging benefits of bilingual education.
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TwitchCon is happening in San Diego this weekend. Plus, we check out the Filipino film fest and our weekend preview in the arts.
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Last week's heat wave was a reminder that climate change is pushing our weather to the extremes. How do these extreme weather events affect our physical and mental health?
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Last week's heat wave was a reminder that climate change is pushing our weather to the extremes.
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On Midday Edition Tuesday, we look at how Project 2025 could impact climate policy, education and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
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A new reporting initiative from KPBS, inewsource and Voice of San Diego aims to expand the culture of civic engagement in the San Diego region.
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On Midday Edition, we talk to a local professor about theories of complicity and moral responsibility in politics.
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On Midday Edition, we look at the community's efforts to keep Queen Bee’s doors open after the death of the building's owner, Allen Hitch Jr.. Plus, we get a preview of FilAm CreatorCon. And, Baby Bushka closes a chapter on their musical career.
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On Midday Edition, we hear from two guests about their firsthand experiences on and after 9/11. We also delve into the lessons learned from the War on Terror.
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On Midday Edition Tuesday, we join NPR's Climate Solutions Week to take a look at how San Diego County farmers are adapting to climate change.
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We sit down with Leane Marchese, the new executive director of San Diego Pride.
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San Diegans will be voting on multiple sales tax measures in this fall’s election, so we learn about what they are and how they'd work if passed. Plus, a closer look into why the San Diego Unified School District fired its superintendent.
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On Midday Edition Wednesday, we check in with San Diego professors about the plan and how it could impact immigration and reproductive rights.
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On Midday Edition Tuesday, we discuss community land trusts and how they keep housing affordable while maintaining cultural identity.
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Is a migrant crime wave really sweeping across American cities? The data says no. Plus, a local foster care charity is taking some heat for its questionable financial practices.
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The sequel to the best-selling fantasy novel, “The House in the Cerulean Sea" is almost here. Plus, a conversation with a San Diego drag performer who is currently performing in "Velour: A Drag Spectacular." Finally, a preview of Afro Future Con.
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Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. We'll talk about exposure to illicit drugs, the science behind addiction and where to find help.
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On Midday Edition, we'll learn more about what wage theft is and how it is impacting employees.
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Earlier this month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance about IUD pain management. We discuss the importance of informed consent and the fight for reproductive justice.
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Professional wheelchair tennis player and Paralympian Dana Mathewson joins the program to talk about preparing for Paris. Plus, a look into San Diego State's elite collegiate adaptive sports program.
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