The isolating and endless journey through long COVID
We discuss the daily challenges of living with long COVID, five years since the onset of the pandemic.
Apr 14, 2025•12 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 rental subsidies and shared housing in San Diego
A local rental subsidy program is showing promise for older residents trying to stay in their homes. And, a local nonprofit explores the shared housing model.
Apr 14, 2025•32 min
Planting the seeds for self love with new children's book
A new children's book uses plants to promote messages of self love and body positivity.
Apr 10, 2025•45 min
Supporting survivors of sexual assault in San Diego
The National Institutes of Health cut funding for research on intimate partner violence and pregnancy. Plus, how San Diego-based groups are supporting survivors of sexual violence.
Apr 09, 2025•33 min
What losing funding means for local libraries and museums
Leaders of cultural institutions warn that cutting federal funding could mean losing valuable, accessible programs.
Apr 07, 2025•28 min
How Trump's tariffs could impact San Diego's economy
We discuss how San Diegans will feel the impacts of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Apr 07, 2025•19 min
This week in the arts: San Diego Writers Festival, Arab Film Fest and 'The Finest' podcast
Writer Katie Manning will be one of the featured poets at this year's San Diego Writers Festival. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Arab Film Fest. And KPBS debuts its arts and culture podcast, "The Finest," with an episode on a beloved tea shop.
Apr 03, 2025•46 min
Parenting and adulthood: Where's the manual?
On Midday Edition, we explore how to navigate parenting, work life and the difficult transition to adulthood.
Apr 02, 2025•46 min
Chef Roberto Alcocer of Valle on his culinary journey
Alcocer is a semifinalist in this year's James Beard Awards, which is one of the most prestigious culinary honors in the country. Plus, this month's Midday Movies takes us to the shadowy world of film noir.
Mar 27, 2025•45 min
Longtime voice of San Diego sports signs off
After more than 40 years, the longtime radio voice for the San Diego Padres, San Diego State Aztecs and more has called his final game. As the San Diego Padres prepare for the opening of the 2025 season, Ted Leitner shares what moments have stayed with him over the decades, and the relationship he’s built with San Diego sports fans along the way.
Mar 26, 2025•18 min
Solo traveling tips for women
We speak to an Encinitas author about her new book on successful solo travel for women.
Mar 26, 2025•17 min
San Diego woman honored for domestic violence work
Cori Austin was one of the city of San Diego's "Women of Distinction" honorees this year. She leads the Center for Community Solutions, which provides services to survivors of intimate partner violence.
Mar 26, 2025•11 min
Local jurists fear for free speech amid protestor arrest
On Midday Edition, we speak with local attorneys about federal threats against freedom of speech on college campuses, following the arrest of Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil.
Mar 25, 2025•46 min
How NIH cuts could impact medical research in San Diego
The National Institutes of Health fund a majority of the medical research across the country. We look at how cuts to that funding could affect the biomedical sciences in San Diego County.
Mar 24, 2025•45 min
Pianist Omar Sosa says 'jazz is a philosophy'
Grammy Award-nominated pianist Omar Sosa joins Midday Edition ahead of his San Diego debut. Plus, a new "Doctor Who" exhibit and your weekend arts preview.
Mar 20, 2025•46 min
March Madness is back for SDSU women's basketball
The San Diego State University women’s basketball team is back in the NCAA basketball tournament for the first time since 2012. We hear from guards Meghan Fiso and Kaelyn Hamilton about their memorable season, as well as how they manage the ups and downs that come from being a college basketball player.
Mar 20, 2025•12 min
San Diego Latino Film Festival brings 'Cinema Without Borders'
The 32nd annual San Diego Latino Film Festival kicks off Wednesday and runs through Sunday. This year's festival highlights films from over 20 countries throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. On Midday Edition Wednesday, we hear about some of the films featured, as well as other events highlighting Latinx music and culture at this year's festival.
Mar 19, 2025•29 min
Nan Sterman answers your gardening questions
Nan Sterman joined Midday Edition to answer listener questions all about spring gardening.
Mar 18, 2025•46 min
The continued threat of COVID-19 in San Diego, 5 years later
This month marks 5 years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. We hear about the latest research from Dr. Eric Topol and dive into the realities of living with long COVID.
Mar 17, 2025•46 min
What does home mean to you? New picture book seeks to redefine it
A new book from local award-winning author Matt de la Peña asks readers to think about the idea of "home" a little differently. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival. We end the show with a look ahead at things to do in San Diego this weekend.
Mar 13, 2025•46 min
Exploring San Diego's 'sober curious' scene
On Midday Edition Wednesday, we hear from San Diegans building products and spaces that challenge the norms of alcohol consumption, and the social pressures that often come with drinking.
Mar 13, 2025•29 min
Colorectal cancer awareness: What you need to know
March is colorectal cancer awareness month. On Midday Edition Wednesday, we hear from a local medical expert about how to prevent colorectal cancer and what to know about screening for the disease.
Mar 12, 2025•18 min
San Diego refugee providers respond to Trump's policies
KPBS Midday Edition unpacks how President Trump's decisions to halt the U.S. refugee resettlement program and federal funding affect San Diego.
Mar 11, 2025•46 min
The race for District 1 County Supervisor begins
South Bay voters will cast their ballots in an upcoming special primary election. We hear about the top candidates and issues on top of voters' minds. Plus, what this election could mean for the balance of power on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.
Mar 10, 2025•31 min
How San Diegans are honoring International Women's Day and the arts this weekend
The San Diego community center Centro Cultural de la Raza on Saturday will host its International Women's Day event, where attendees plans to raise awareness about gender-based violence against immigrants. Then, a cabaret show with two pop culture icons. And your weekend preview.
Mar 06, 2025•46 min
One woman's journey navigating bipolar disorder
Ahead of World Bipolar Day on March 30, Midday Edition Wednesday features one woman's personal experience navigating bipolar disorder, and how becoming diagnosed with it has positively impacted her life.
Mar 06, 2025•23 min
What pet owners need to know about bird flu
A San Diego County house cat who died in January tested positive for bird flu after eating raw pet food. What can animal lovers do to better protect themselves and their pets?
Mar 05, 2025•12 min
What does Prop 36 mean for San Diego jails?
Three months into Prop 36, penalties for certain drug and theft offenses come with increased jail time. So, what's been the outcome so far?
Mar 04, 2025•34 min
What the Department of Education's push to 'end DEI' could mean for California
The Department of Education’s two-week deadline for K-12 schools and universities to end DEI programs has passed. We unpack the legalities and the potential impact on education across the state.
Mar 03, 2025•20 min
Courtney Carver explores what it means to live gently in new book
Carver's latest book, "Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want" dives into the importance of rest and self-care. Plus, our Midday Movies critics highlight Black women on the screen and behind the camera. And finally, your Weekend Arts Preview.
Feb 27, 2025•46 min
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