Diving into San Diego's surfing culture
Local surfers coast through the history, activism and artistry of surfing in San Diego.
Apr 24, 2024•46 min
KPBS Midday Edition
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
Celebrating Earth Day with action
Environmental advocates share local efforts to make the earth a healthier place on Earth Day and year round.
Apr 22, 2024•46 min
Managing eco-anxiety through nature, art and self-care
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.
Apr 18, 2024•46 min
Cybersecurity tips to protect yourself online
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.
Apr 17, 2024•46 min
Gen Z students swap college for skilled trades
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.
Apr 16, 2024•32 min
Don Winslow to retire after last novel, 'City in Ruins'
Don Winslow discusses plans to retire and his last novel, 'City in Ruins.'
Apr 11, 2024•46 min
Bringing mental health care into the pediatrician's office
A program at a San Diego hospital is tackling the youth mental health crisis by integrating mental health care services into physical care settings.
Apr 10, 2024•37 min
New Wave FC season underway as women's sports grabs the spotlight
San Diego Wave FC's third season is underway. In their short history, the team has seen success on the field, as well as in the stands.
Apr 10, 2024•9 min
How to combat climate anxiety
How do we manage eco-anxiety without ignoring the climate crisis?
Apr 09, 2024•46 min
Artistry, authors and activists: A weekend preview
We break down why San Diego's college campuses are a great way to experience art. Plus, the fifth annual San Diego Writers’ Festival is this Saturday. And finally, we hear from a San Diego Women’s Hall of Fame nominee.
Apr 04, 2024•47 min
How do we measure happiness?
A California lawmaker wants to legislate happiness. Meanwhile, the U.S. just dropped out of the top 20 happiest countries.
Apr 03, 2024•33 min
Celebrating Transgender Day Of Visibility in San Diego
San Diego Pride will host its 'Transgender Day of Empowerment' celebration on Friday, April 5.
Apr 02, 2024•45 min
'Poetry in America' looks at how poems touch American life, past and present
The fourth season of PBS show 'Poetry in America' explores how poems can help reveal a broader vision of our country. Also, a preview of this year's Without Walls Festival. And a look at your spring arts guide.
Mar 28, 2024•47 min
New Padres season brings new hope after difficult year
The San Diego Padres home opener is Thursday. To celebrate, KPBS Midday Edition is talking all about the Padres. We heard from the Spanish language broadcast voice for the team, and had a conversation with Tony Gwynn's widow nearly 10 years since his passing. And, we get a fan's perspective of the Padres chances in 2024.
Mar 27, 2024•48 min
Weight-loss drugs change how we treat, talk about obesity
We break down what these drugs are, and how doctors are adapting their practices, while navigating weight stigma.
Mar 26, 2024•46 min
'A Great Country,' contemporary ballet and Midday Movies
A San Diego author's latest novel digs into racial and class divides in an affluent Southern California community. Plus, a preview of an all-women dance showcase. And finally, Midday Movies celebrates women filmmakers.
Mar 21, 2024•46 min
Traumatic brain injuries among military members and veterans
KPBS Midday Edition takes a look at how traumatic brain injuries are affecting our veterans and active military. Then, we turn to the lives of military families in San Diego and findings from Blue Star's Military Family Lifestyle Survey.
Mar 20, 2024•27 min
NPR's Sarah McCammon out with 'The Exvangelicals'
We hear from Sarah McCammon about her new book, "The Exvangelicals," and her life journey after leaving the evangelical church.
Mar 20, 2024•18 min
Family donates $5M to SDSU Black Resource Center, repaying decades-old gesture
In 1939 Coronado, Gus and Emma Thompson rented to Lloyd Dong Sr. and Margaret Dong, when nobody else would. Decades later, the Dong's children are donating $5 million to serve Black college students at SDSU.
Mar 19, 2024•46 min
Celebrating National Reading Month: the importance of reading to kids
Reading to children has many benefits for their intellectual and emotional development. On Midday Edition Tuesday, KPBS hears about the challenges military families face during family reading time. Plus, a librarian explains the power of story time for kids and provides book recommendations.
Mar 18, 2024•32 min
Celebrating 150 years of Robert Frost
The poetry community will come to San Diego for the Robert Frost Sesquicentennial, which celebrates the poet's 150th birthday. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival and other arts events.
Mar 14, 2024•47 min
Sedentary behavior linked to mortality risk
New research finds sitting for long hours increases the risk of death.
Mar 13, 2024•18 min
Latina-led running club becomes safe space for women of color
A running club by and for women of color has taken off in south San Diego. More than 500 people, many beginners, have run with Santa Mujeres since it began in 2020.
Mar 13, 2024•21 min
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria answers your questions
Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon asked the mayor listener-driven questions on the city's storm response, housing, homelessness, infrastructure and more.
Mar 12, 2024•31 min
Why social studies is important to democracy
Today marks the beginning of Civic Learning Week. We dive into the state of civics education and social studies across the country, as well as right here in San Diego County.
Mar 12, 2024•46 min
New San Diego initiative makes art for social change
Far South/Border North is a new program that aims to support San Diego's thriving artist community. Plus, the Blue Water Film Festival returns with a focus on climate change. And finally, your weekend preview.
Mar 07, 2024•47 min
California lawmakers take action on reparations
We discuss the California Legislative Black Caucus' 14-bill package and the broader conversation around reparations in California. Also, the link between reparations and solving the state’s homelessness crisis.
Mar 06, 2024•37 min
Focus of San Diego conference: Mental health of men and boys
Mental health for men and boys will be the focus of an upcoming conference in San Diego later in March. We hear from several mental health experts about the mental health challenges men and boys face today, and how psychologists are working to expand definitions of masculinity.
Mar 05, 2024•28 min
New book 'Hiking Your Feelings' looks at finding wellness in the wilderness
Author and "Hiking My Feelings" co-founder Sydney Williams shares how she found healing in nature and how a good hike can be transformative for our physical and mental wellbeing.
Mar 05, 2024•18 min
'A Love Song for Ricki Wilde' explores Harlem's storied past through romance and leap years
Author Tia Williams' latest romance book blurs the boundaries between the 1920's and present-day Harlem. Also, we hear a conversation with the editor behind the Oscar-nominated film "Anatomy of a Fall." And finally, your weekend arts preview.
Mar 01, 2024•46 min
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