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KPBS Roundtable

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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Episodes

What went wrong at Veterans Village of San Diego?

A local nonprofit that serves homeless veterans is now prohibited from offering them treatment for substance use disorder. We learn why. Then, we hear about how the new KPBS "true crime" podcast, Free Jane, came to be.

Sep 13, 202446 min

San Diego voters to weigh in on lots of sales tax measures

San Diegans will be voting on multiple sales tax measures in this fall’s election, so we learn about what they are and how they'd work if passed. Plus, a closer look into why the San Diego Unified School District fired its superintendent.

Sep 06, 202445 min

CSU, UC schools establish new encampment and protest rules

California’s public colleges are welcoming students back, but the new year comes with new restrictions curbing student protests. Plus, Escondido is seeing a rise in youth gang violence — we discuss what the city is doing to tackle the problem.

Aug 23, 202446 min

School is back in session, what does this year bring?

The start of a new school year is nearly here. KPBS Roundtable takes a look into some of the issues facing San Diego schools. Plus, artificial intelligence is making its way into the classroom — but has its implementation been too much too soon?

Aug 09, 202446 min

Looking into San Diego's mega shelter proposal

We look at the city of San Diego's plans for a 1,000-bed mega shelter. Then, a conversation about the effort by San Diego County supervisors to rein in profanity and threats at public meetings.

Aug 02, 202446 min

The rise of Kamala Harris and what it means for California

President Biden has withdrawn as a presidential candidate in the 2024 Presidential election, and now California-born Vice President Kamala Harris takes center stage. Plus, Comic-Con makes its return to the Convention Center. We'll check out some of the events.

Jul 26, 202446 min

Carlsbad's SURFER magazine plans a revival with print

For decades, SURFER Magazine was called “The Bible” of surf culture. The Carlsbad-based publication went dormant during the pandemic. But now, it’s looking to make a comeback — and expand its reach.

Jul 20, 202446 min

Exploring San Diego's growing food and drink scene

From Michelin stars to its first James Beard award finalist, the San Diego-Tijuana region’s culinary scene is on the rise. We hear from local food and culture journalists about this dining revolution. Plus, San Diego is a well known beer destination, but it’s becoming known for other drinks too.

Jul 12, 202446 min

The rise of incivility in San Diego politics

A months-long investigation from KPBS examined the unraveling civic discourse happening at the local level. We hear from the KPBS team who took on this three-part story. Plus, a look into the “extreme” wildfire risk facing the city of Chula Vista.

Jul 05, 202446 min

How are new immigration rules reshaping the US-Mexico border?

Earlier this month, President Biden implemented new border restrictions. We examine the impacts these changes are having on the San Diego-Tijuana border region. Plus, star soccer player Alex Morgan of San Diego Wave FC was left off the national team's Olympics roster.

Jun 28, 202446 min

Long-running 'Fat Leonard' case hits new roadblocks

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?

May 31, 202454 min

A plan to restore Mission Bay wetlands

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.

May 17, 202449 min

Student journalists' role in telling story of UCSD encampment

College campuses have become a focal point for protests against the war in Gaza, and student journalists have been vital in telling the stories behind the protests. Plus, we get an update on recent KPBS reporting on the Imperial Valley.

May 10, 202448 min

The impacts of long border wait times

Border wait times across the San Diego-Tijuana region are high, impacting people’s quality of life and the regional economy. Plus, a Congressional investigation is now underway into the millions of dollars in fees Frontwave credit union collects from young marines in overdraft fees.

May 03, 202448 min

Fletcher spent campaign funds to fight sexual assault claims

Former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher used campaign funds to pay for his legal defense against sexual assault and harassment allegations. And California is spending billions of dollars on homelessness. Is it working?

Apr 12, 202447 min

Potential changes for California's telephone lines

Telecom giant AT&T has long been responsible for maintaining California’s phone lines, but that could be changing. Then, San Diego voters may be voting on multiple tax measures in November's general election. Plus, former San Diego Padres executive Larry Lucchino passed away this week. We hear about his legacy on baseball in San Diego and beyond.

Apr 05, 202447 min

Schools look to improve mental health of students

A new series from KPBS examines how schools are managing the mental health of students. Plus, the San Diego Padres, San Diego Wave FC, and SDSU men's basketball all played this week. We take a look at how they fared, and their prospects.

Mar 29, 202446 min

San Diego's cost of living crisis

Prices for housing, energy, and even child care make San Diego among the most expensive places to live in the country. We take a look at where things stand today and what efforts are underway to make the region more affordable.

Mar 22, 202447 min

High-speed rail is coming to California, but not San Diego

High-speed rail is coming to California, but not yet to San Diego. We take a look at the decades-long effort to bring high-speed rail to California, and San Diego's role in it. Plus, workplaces have changed a lot since 2020, and so has the language we use around them.

Mar 08, 202446 min
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