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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Celebrating Black Music Month with NPR Music's Tiny Desk
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NPR’s Tiny Desk is celebrating the month with nine performances by Black women artists. Plus, KPBS' favorite local submissions to the Tiny Desk Contest.
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High-profile bills making their way through the state legislature
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California state lawmakers are moving ahead on a series of high-profile bills, all while negotiating the state’s budget deficit. Then, changes may be coming for how San Diego handles cases of political misconduct and corruption.
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Building connection through fatherhood
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We discuss resources for local fathers, and how to build connection with one another while learning to parent.
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NPR's Throughline still brings history to news, five years later
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For their fifth anniversary, the co-hosts and creators of NPR's award-winning history podcast reflect on their vision for the show and where it fits in the current historical moment.
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Adult bullying is a problem. How do we stop it?
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A new book, "Our New World of Adult Bullies," examines the impact of adult bullying in the workplace and society at large.
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The love/hate relationship with dating in San Diego
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Today on Midday Edition, it’s all about dating and relationships in San Diego. We look into the new options people are exploring to find love.
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Preserving San Diego's vibrant queer history
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A local community archive is dedicated to preserving and sharing local LGBTQ+ history. Plus, a celebration of queer and trans performers in an upcoming dance festival. And your weekend preview.
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How is San Diego's biotech industry faring?
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Though San Diego remains a major hub for the biotech industry, the sector has been hit by a wave of job losses and closures over the past year. We take a look at how the local industry is doing today.
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Extreme heat is a 'silent killer,' experts say
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The risk of extreme heat is growing, especially in San Diego. We talk about the dangers and what can be done about it.
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A professor connects the dots between the historical roots of anti-fat bias and racism within medicine.
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How a racially biased kidney test harmed Black patients
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For decades, a racially biased lab test included a "race modifier" that prevented thousands of Black patients from getting kidney transplants.
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Long-running 'Fat Leonard' case hits new roadblocks
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Last week, five former officers tied to the "Fat Leonard" corruption scandal had their felony convictions overturned because of misconduct by prosecutors. What does that mean for the future of the case?
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AJ Rafael leads local production of 'Tick, Tick... BOOM!'
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Singer-songwriter AJ Rafael celebrates his leading role at Cygnet Theatre. We also hear about a new art exhibit in Oceanside and some arts events happening this weekend.
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A new book looks into important third spaces for LGBTQ+ women.
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The future of lithium and electric vehicles in Imperial County
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We look at the history of renewable energy in the Imperial County and why lithium might be different. Plus, efforts to bring more electric vehicle chargers to the region.
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A lesson in labor history from Dolores Huerta
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May is labor history month. To wrap up the month, we discuss the rich legacy of labor organizing across California and locally in San Diego with Dolores Huerta.
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San Diego asks CDC to investigate cross-border pollution's public health impacts
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This week, San Diego leaders asked state and federal agencies to investigate the effects of cross-border pollution on public health in the region. Then, we discuss efforts at Southwestern College to address concerns of racial discrimination on campus in recent years.
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Honoring the legacy of San Diego artist James Hubbell
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A writer and documentarian shared James Hubbell's impact on the San Diego region. We also get a peek into a new KPBS podcast about local activism and some recommendations for arts events to check out over the weekend.
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Connecting people to mental health support in San Diego County
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Local leaders and experts unpack the state of mental health resources and housing support in San Diego County, after the passage of Proposition 1.
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The US is easing restrictions on cannabis. What could it mean for San Diego?
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The Biden administration is officially moving to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule I drug to Schedule III. We talk about how it will impact research and the industry. Plus, what the future holds for cannabis equity in San Diego.
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A plan to restore Mission Bay wetlands
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San Diego City Council approved a plan to restore coastal wetlands in parts of Mission Bay. Then, California state legislators are pushing for sober housing options for unhoused Californians. Plus, it has been 10 years since a tragic mass shooting near Santa Barbara. A new investigation looks into what lessons have been learned.…
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Christian nationalism and the movement of 'ex-vangelicals'
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Theologians discuss the political influence of Christian nationalism. Plus, the wave of "ex-vangelicals" who are disowning the evangelical movement.
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San Diego artist reimagines Vietnamese beauty norms and the history behind it
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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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What does the future hold for climate policy?
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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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Getting the most out of Bike Anywhere Day
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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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