San Diego mayor on latest efforts on homelessness and housing
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria talks about the city's latest plans to reduce homelessness and increase housing.
Jul 12, 2023•26 min
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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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Episodes
To reassess a life: Dancer explores late autism diagnosis in 'Is It Thursday Yet'
La Jolla Playhouse's new dance-theater production follows one woman's reexamination of her own life after receiving a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder at age 33.
Jul 12, 2023•16 min
Journalism faces uncertain future
Financial difficulties and mass layoffs are shaking up newsrooms and media organizations across the country, including in San Diego.
Jul 11, 2023•45 min
How is San Diego faring in the war on fentanyl?
Fentanyl has become one of the nation's defining drug crises — and San Diego is the trafficking epicenter for the drug.
Jul 11, 2023•45 min
Eva Noblezada, Latinx retelling of ‘The Taming of the Shrew,’ and more public art
Actress Eva Noblezada talks about her personal journey in theater. Plus, a new romance book does its own spin on Shakespeare. And, public art at a local university.
Jul 06, 2023•46 min
What recent Supreme Court rulings mean for higher education
The Supreme Court recently ended race-conscious admissions for colleges and universities and rejected President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. What do theses rulings mean for higher education across California and in San Diego County?
Jul 05, 2023•46 min
'Human Footprint' explores humanity's complicated relationship with Earth
An upcoming PBS TV series explores our impact on the world around us, and how we can better coexist with our global environment.
Jul 03, 2023•45 min
Kehinde Wiley's piece at Timken, noir mixology and summer romance reads
A work from one of the nation's most prominent Black artists will now be on display to San Diegans, free of charge. Plus, a new book on the overlap between film noir and mixology. Then, recommendations for your next summer romance read.
Jun 29, 2023•46 min
What can San Diego expect from climate change?
Rising sea levels, more frequent wildfires and increased heat are the most pressing climate change impacts the San Diego region is facing.
Jun 29, 2023•46 min
How esports helps build community, one match at a time
Esports, or competitive gaming, is a huge scene. Is it still considered a niche hobby? And how does it bond together different communities of gamers?
Jun 28, 2023•46 min
Book fairs, Depression era art and new leadership at local LGBTQ+ theater
The North Park Book Fair is back for its third year. Plus, other arts and culture events in San Diego. And, the nation’s third-oldest LGBTQ+ theater has new leadership.
Jun 22, 2023•29 min
Diversity programs see shift to 'belonging'
Some companies are changing their approach to diversity, equity and inclusion programs by moving towards an emphasis on “belonging.” Is this trend just a name change or something more?
Jun 22, 2023•16 min
How San Diego's June Gloom can impact our mood
San Diego has seen more gray skies than normal this year, and the effects from May Gray and June Gloom can have an impact on mental health.
Jun 22, 2023•28 min
Alzheimer's disease, sleep and brain health
June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of a disease that affects over 6 million Americans. Also, we take a look into the role sleep plays in our overall brain health and well-being.
Jun 21, 2023•46 min
New exhibit of Frida Kahlo, arts engagement at the Old Globe, and public art
A new exhibit shows never-before-seen photographs of iconic artist Frida Kahlo. Plus, big changes are coming to the Old Globe's arts engagement department. And a deep dive into San Diego's public art scene.
Jun 15, 2023•46 min
Homelessness is increasing in San Diego. How is the city responding?
The number of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego is increasing, according to the results of the latest Point-in-Time count. We look at how a controversial new policy could have a major impact on the issue locally.
Jun 14, 2023•46 min
California's housing crisis leaves San Diegans struggling
New laws could make an impact on San Diego's housing crisis.
Jun 12, 2023•46 min
San Diego weekend arts events: "Sharon," Frida Kahlo, and youth jazz
Cygnet Theatre's world premiere from former San Diego playwright Keiko Green centers on an odd mother-son relationship, a decrepit apartment building and a big question: Who is Sharon? Plus, we hear about other arts and culture happenings in San Diego.
Jun 09, 2023•16 min
Shakespeare and love at The Globe
Directors talk about staging the Bard's romantic comedies and why they are still relevant.
Jun 09, 2023•15 min
Local author explores a forgotten tale of women at war
In his latest work, author Luis Alberto Urrea retraces history through a deeply personal family connection.
Jun 08, 2023•13 min
Efforts to restrict rights of LGBTQ+ youth are ramping up
We look at the challenges that LGBTQ+ youth are facing across the country and in San Diego, from a lack of administrative support in schools to book bans.
Jun 08, 2023•24 min
Once overlooked, San Diego flourishes as a food destination
San Diego has evolved from a taco stopover to one of the country's premier food destinations.
Jun 06, 2023•46 min
Children's book author focuses on telling stories of neurodivergent kids
Sally J. Pla is a on mission to increase the number of children's books featuring neurodiverse characters and stories. Her latest book "The Fire, The Water, and Maudie McGinn" is her first book to feature a female protagonist.
Jun 06, 2023•21 min
Why a 4-day work week could be in our future
Results from a recent four-day work week pilot program in the United Kingdom show promise, and have some workplaces considering moving to the shorter week.
Jun 05, 2023•23 min
San Diego weekend arts events: Bilingual theater, a North County book fair and more
This weekend in the arts: Tijuana Hace Teatro at The Old Globe a book fair in Escondido, and alt rock from Arts Fishing Club at Soda Bar.
Jun 01, 2023•13 min
'O'keefe and Moore' exhibit pairs the work of two iconic modernists
A new exhibit at the San Diego Museum of Art will pair the works of Georgia O'Keefe and Henry Moore for the first time.
Jun 01, 2023•13 min
Midday Movies Pride viewing recommendations
Here are some must-see LGBTQ+ films for Pride Month.
Jun 01, 2023•14 min
Treating mental health in the Asian American community through old traditions
One-on-one therapy isn't meeting the mental health needs of the Asian American community. KPBS looked at the role ancient cultural practices play in Asian Americans' healing journey.
Jun 01, 2023•26 min
Experts explain the best ways to improve your financial literacy
Developing a better understanding of your own finances may be hard, but it's not impossible.
May 30, 2023•46 min
San Diego weekend arts events: A singing devil, the Go-Go’s, and punk rock
There are three very different ways you can experience music in San Diego this weekend, from a new jukebox musical and a music fest in North Park.
May 25, 2023•5 min
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