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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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00:46:00

USS Abraham Lincoln returns; Heat wave in prison; New...

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2026/10/09

The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln returned to San Diego Bay on Thursday afternoon after more than 10 months of deployment.Previous reporting revealed shortages of food and personal hygiene products aboard the ship, along with at least eight suicide attempts.On KPBS Roundtable, we talk about the significance of the homecoming and what we've learned about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.Then, a new KPBS investigation looks into soaring temperatures inside Donovan state prison. And,

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00:45:00

New book explores origins of first 'American Pope,'...

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2026/10/08

A new book, "American Pope: Leo XIV's Road from the South Side of Chicago to Vatican City," traces the life journey of Robert Prevost, from his humble beginnings on the south side of Chicago, to becoming the leader of the Catholic Church as Pope Leo XIV.The book's authors, Scott Detrow and Daniel Burke of NPR, joined Midday Edition to talk about what they learned about Pope Leo XIV through researching his experiences growing up Catholic in working-class Chicago and his hands-on approach to faith and

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00:09:00

Ballot Breakdown: Measure B

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2026/10/07

On today's Ballot Breakdown, KPBS Midday Edition talks about San Diego County's Measure B.The half-cent sales tax increase would generate funding for everything from healthcare, to addressing the Tijuana River sewage crisis. We talk about the arguments for and against the measure, and where funding would be allocated.You can find more voting resources on the KPBS Voter Hub.Guest:Tammy Murga, environment reporter, KPBS

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00:16:30

Preparing for El Niño: What you need to know

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2026/10/06

As San Diego continues to experience an October heat wave, the region is also preparing for the potential arrival of major storms driven by historically strong El Niño conditions.On Midday Tuesday, we sit down with emergency officials from the city and county of San Diego to talk about what San Diegans need to know to prepare for stormy weather this winter.Guests:Ashley Gain, community engagement program manager, County of San Diego Office of Emergency ServicesRobert Rezende, assistant fire chief,

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00:12:00

Ballot Breakdown: Measure A

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2026/10/06

The ballots are out. It's officially election season.This month on KPBS Midday Edition, we're helping you cut through the noise to better understand the top measures and races affecting your community. You can find more voting resources on the KPBS Voter Hub.On Midday Edition Tuesday, we break down Measure A — a package of county charter reforms that includes expanding term limits for supervisors, creating an ethics commission and more.Guest:Kevin Trevellyan, Public Matters reporter, KPBS

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00:17:25

Elected officials and experts react to Trump comments...

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2026/10/06

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00:17:30

New book explores physician burnout, patient...

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2026/10/05

The U.S. healthcare system has a lot of problems.Soaring insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs are pushing more Americans into medical debt.Many patients wait months for important appointments. Physician burnout has also reached new highs in recent years.On KPBS Midday Edition, we sit down with a local author to talk about his new book, "Treating a Broken System," which explores the link between physician burnout and doctor-patient communication.Guest:Dr. Neil Farber, retired physician and

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00:16:00

Extreme heat and its impact on San Diego's most...

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2026/10/05

After a weekend of intense heat, San Diego County remains under an extreme heat warning. On Midday Monday, we talk more about the health risks that come with the heat, and the unique challenges it brings to San Diego's unsheltered population.

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00:45:00

Binational jazz festival celebrates music on both...

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2026/10/01

The San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival kicks off Thursday evening. For the past three years, it has featured renowned jazz artists performing in free concerts on both sides of the border.We hear from the festival's founders about how they are continuing to celebrate jazz music and history from across the region.Then, Angelika Film Center Carmel Mountain is hosting its annual film series dedicated to renowned director Alfred Hitchcock. Our Midday Movies critics discuss their love for the

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00:16:00

Hispanic Heritage Month 2026: Ana Hernández of Centro...

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2026/10/01

For nearly 60 years, San Diego's Centro Cultural de la Raza has served as a hub for Chicano, Mexican, Latino and Indigenous art and culture.Ana Hernández stepped into the role of executive director in 2024. But her commitment to social justice and community building goes back much further.Hernández has long been an advocate for workers' rights, immigrants' rights and survivors of gender-based violence.On KPBS Midday Edition, we sit down with Hernández as part of our series highlighting community

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00:16:30

How one North Park bar became a hub for women's sports

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2026/09/30

WNBA playoffs kicked off Sunday. And for many fans of women's basketball — and women's sports in general — it has long been difficult to find a dedicated public space to watch games.But one bar in North Park is changing that.One of Us is San Diego's first women's sports bar. While it opened just earlier this year, it reflects a long-time desire to build a safe space and community around women's sports in the city.We talk with two of the founders behind One of Us about the explosive popularity of

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00:14:00

ACLU sues city, SDPD over license plate reader...

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2026/09/30

The ACLU and other civil rights groups have announced a lawsuit against the city of San Diego and the San Diego Police Department over the use of automated license plate readers, or ALPRs.The lawsuit argues that ALPR technology violates the California Constitution.On KPBS Midday Edition, we speak with two of the groups bringing forth the lawsuit about their concerns with the technology and what they'd like to see change.Guests:Frederick Carroll, legal director, ACLU of San Diego & Imperial

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00:15:00

What can nuclear power's past tell us about AI safety?

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2026/09/30

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00:17:30

Hispanic Heritage Month 2026: Jesi Gutierrez,...

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2026/09/29

For five years now, Libélula Books & Co. has welcomed book-loving customers into a bustling community space, rooted in a deep love for literature.The LGBTQ+, BIPOC-owned book shop is run by co-owners Jesi Gutierrez and Celi Hernandez.Their mission is to uplift representation and accessibility in literature, while bringing neighbors together through community events from art shows to DJ sets.On KPBS Midday Edition, we sit down with co-owner Jesi Gutierrez as part of our Hispanic Heritage Month

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00:12:00

As Trump rolls back on fuel efficiency, what might...

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2026/09/29

The Trump administration announced Monday that it is rolling back fuel economy standards for new cars made in the next five years.Officials point to affordability as a major reason for the rollback, in that more fuel efficient cars may cost more. But some experts are skeptical of that logic.This also comes amid soaring fuel prices across the country and right here in California.So what does this mean if you're in the market for a new car? We talk about what these new rules could mean for both

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00:11:00

Congressional delegation visits USS Abraham Lincoln

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2026/09/29

A bipartisan Congressional delegation visited the USS Abraham Lincoln to learn more about reported problems during the ship's extended deployment to the Middle East.The delegation, which included Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-San Diego, reported speaking with service members and leadership aboard the ship about concerns over supply issues, low morale and mental health impacts.Guest:Andrew Dyer, military and veterans affairs reporter, KPBS

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00:16:00

Hispanic Heritage Month 2026: Adrian García Márquez,...

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2026/09/29

Adrian García Márquez is a familiar voice for sports fans in San Diego.These days, his resume includes play-by-play radio announcer for San Diego FC, and Spanish language play by-play voice for the Chargers in Los Angeles.But it's not just soccer. His Emmy-winning career has spanned across five sports, taking him to the NBA, the NFL, several World Series, and the Olympics.On KPBS Midday Edition, we sit down with García Márquez, as part of our Hispanic Heritage Month series featuring community

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00:20:00

Can America's criminal justice system be fixed?...

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2026/09/28

What would it take to transform America's criminal justice system?In her book, "The Price of Mercy," attorney and former public defender Emily Galvin-Almanza explores that question, revealing what goes on behind the scenes of America's criminal courts.This week, Galvin-Almanza will head to San Diego to discuss the book and honor public defenders at an event hosted by local nonprofit Pillars of the Community.KPBS Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon spoke with Galvin-Almanza about what shaped her

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00:45:30

Hispanic Heritage identity; Bilingual...

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2026/09/24

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the diversity and lived experiences of Hispanic and Latino communities in the United States. But which groups were left out of the conversation? On KPBS Midday Edition, we bring you a conversation from our archives about identity. Plus, an episode of "The Finest" featuring singer-songwriter Nicole Hernandez. And, we preview the San Diego Italian Film Festival.

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00:14:00

UCSD study finds growing distrust in elections

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2026/09/23

A recent study from UC San Diego finds that fewer than half of Americans (49%) expect "free and fair" 2026 midterm elections.Respondents cited concerns around redistricting, mail voting, and immigration enforcement fears as some of the reasons for election skepticism.Researchers behind the study join Midday Edition Wednesday to dig more into the survey's findings, the reasons behind growing election distrust, and how concerns around artificial intelligence are playing into it.Guests:Thad Kousser,

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