The impact of local farmers markets on the foodscape
It's national farmers market week. We're taking you outside to farmer's markets and highlighting local efforts to prioritize food access and healthy neighborhoods.
Aug 06, 2024•45 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
Exploring representation through San Diego Comic-Con
The pop culture convention has officially returned. How are things looking this year? Plus, a dive into Afrofuturism at the convention. And finally, how one animator is telling Filipino stories through his art.
Jul 25, 2024•46 min
San Diego athletes prepare for the Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics are just days away, and several athletes from San Diego will represent Team USA. On Midday Edition, we hear about the long and exciting road to the big games.
Jul 24, 2024•46 min
The challenge of affordable housing in San Diego
Many of us feel the pain of unaffordable housing costs in San Diego. But who and what is controlling the market?
Jul 23, 2024•31 min
What to know about the COVID-19 FLiRT variants
COVID-19 infections are high in California. We’ll talk about the characteristics of the FLiRT variants and the risks for long COVID.
Jul 22, 2024•45 min
Celebrating Pride Week with San Diego drag queens
Pride Week is in full-swing, and drag performers will dive into the landscape of drag. Plus, we hear about some summer movie releases. And your weekend arts preview.
Jul 18, 2024•45 min
San Dieguito's plans to implement ethnic studies
San Dieguito Union High School District begins community conversations on ethnic studies. And, universities discuss proposed ethnic studies admissions requirements.
Jul 17, 2024•45 min
School's out but an educational summer's in
On Midday Edition Tuesday, we talk with local experts about how to engage kids with learning outside of the classroom.
Jul 16, 2024•43 min
The psychology of dreams
On "Dreamy Edition" Monday, we take a journey through the science and psychology of sleep and dreams.
Jul 15, 2024•47 min
The legacy of the late playwright and philanthropist Dea Hurston
Playwright, philanthropist and theater icon Dea Hurston died on July 7. On Thursday we discuss Hurston's legacy. Also, a look at how the Old Globe is engaging the community. Then, a preview of weekend arts events ahead.
Jul 11, 2024•46 min
Reparation efforts in California move forward
California has officially set aside $12 million for the descendants of people who were enslaved under the United States’ race-based system of chattel slavery. We learn about what's next.
Jul 10, 2024•46 min
Uncertainty remains when it comes to reproductive health care
It’s been over two years since the Supreme Court overturned the historic Roe v. Wade ruling. On Midday Edition Monday, we talk about access to reproductive health care in California and the nation.
Jul 08, 2024•46 min
Tips to be prepared for wildfires
Wildfire season is here. We hear from Cal Fire on how to be prepared.
Jul 03, 2024•12 min
New book highlights beloved places in San Diego and Tijuana
Local author and architect Megan Groth documents free, family-friendly spaces in San Diego and Tijuana in her new book "The Places We Love."
Jul 03, 2024•17 min
Supreme Court ruling solidifies city encampment bans
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision affirmed that a ban on encampments does not amount to cruel and unusual punishment. We look at the impact of this decision on the San Diego region.
Jul 03, 2024•18 min
Honoring past and present civil rights action in San Diego
July 2 marked the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. To honor the continued legacy of this law, we spoke with local activists and historians.
Jul 02, 2024•46 min
San Diego's cost of living crunch
Between basic living expenses and stagnant wages, San Diegans can't afford to live in our region. On Midday Edition, we discuss the cost of living crisis with a panel of experts.
Jul 01, 2024•46 min
'Henry the Sixth' comes to life at the Old Globe
"Henry the Sixth" marks the largest Shakespeare production at the Old Globe. Plus, one graphic novel tells a queer coming-of-age story through diary entries. And finally, your weekend arts preview.
Jun 27, 2024•46 min
Audra McDonald on music, theater and happiness
Broadway legend Audra McDonald will perform with the San Diego Symphony this weekend. She sat down with Midday Edition to talk about curating the program and her theater journey.
Jun 26, 2024•15 min
New children's book explores purpose through a school bus
Bestselling author and illustrator Loren Long talks about his newest book, "The Yellow Bus," and its themes of purpose and joy.
Jun 26, 2024•11 min
UCSD Selects Palestinian Community Leader in Residence
UC San Diego's Ethnic Studies Department has started a Palestinian Community Leader in Residence program. The goal is to build relationships with the local Palestinian American community.
Jun 26, 2024•20 min
Tips for managing your organic waste
On Midday Edition Tuesday, we get practical tips on how to handle organic food waste, as well as hear about some of the common mistakes people make when it comes to recycling. Then, a new study from UC San Diego found differences in how certain news outlets cover the topic of climate change.
Jun 25, 2024•29 min
San Diego declares June 21 'Slow Jams Day'
We celebrate 30 years of "Sunday Night Slow Jams" with R Dub!, the voice behind the iconic radio show.
Jun 20, 2024•19 min
A new children's book explores the protest that built Chicano Park
A new book by a National City author tells the story behind Chicano Park and the community action that built it.
Jun 20, 2024•15 min
State Senate passes bill banning 'forced outings'
The California Senate has passed a bill to ban "forced outing policies" in public schools. We discuss recent violence in Hillcrest. And, youth LGBTQ+ activists share their experiences in San Diego.
Jun 18, 2024•45 min
Crossing political divides, one train trip at a time
Last month, a group of master's students from the University of San Diego embarked on a two-week train journey to bridge gaps across the country. Here's what they found out.
Jun 18, 2024•43 min
Celebrating Black Music Month with NPR Music's Tiny Desk
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.
Jun 14, 2024•46 min
Building connection through fatherhood
We discuss resources for local fathers, and how to build connection with one another while learning to parent.
Jun 12, 2024•46 min
NPR's Throughline still brings history to news, five years later
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.
Jun 11, 2024•12 min
Adult bullying is a problem. How do we stop it?
A new book, "Our New World of Adult Bullies," examines the impact of adult bullying in the workplace and society at large.
Jun 11, 2024•22 min
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