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KPBS Roundtable
KPBS Roundtable offers perspectives from those who tell San Diego’s stories. Join host Andrew Bracken for a weekly discussion with reporters, adding depth and context to the headlines driving the news in the San Diego region. KPBS Roundtable airs each Friday at 12 p.m. and again Sunday at 6 a.m. across San Diego on 89.5 FM and Imperial County on 97.7 FM. You can also catch the show on all podcast apps. New episodes drop every Friday afternoon.
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Episodes
The legacy of Hasan Ikhrata as head of SANDAG 11.08.2023 46:50
Hasan Ikhrata will step down from leading SANDAG at the end of this year. What led to his departure and what impact has he had on the future of transportation in San Diego County?
City Council OKs return of 'smart' streetlights 04.08.2023 46:35
The San Diego City Council has approved use of smart streetlights and license plate readers.
San Diego's camping ban takes effect this weekend 28.07.2023 46:50
San Diego's ban on public encampments takes effect this weekend. But questions remain on what the camping ban will look like on the ground.
July heat wave continues 21.07.2023 46:53
Intense heat is gripping much of the nation, including areas of San Diego. What do we need to know about extreme heat and the dangers that come with it?
What the San Diego Union-Tribune sale means for local journalism 14.07.2023 46:49
San Diego’s largest newspaper has been sold once again. What does it mean for the future of local journalism in San Diego?
San Diego prepares for a changed Comic-Con 07.07.2023 46:50
This year’s Comic-Con may look different as an ongoing writers strike has several major studios staying away this year. Plus, the San Diego Padres had high expectations coming into the season, but at the midway point of the season the team has lost more games than they’ve won.
Study reveals causes of homelessness in California 26.06.2023 46:45
A new report looks into the causes of homelessness in California. Also, a plan from San Diego police to use streetlight cameras brought privacy issues to the forefront this week. Plus, fire season has begun in San Diego.
Journalists discuss San Diego's homeless camping ban 16.06.2023 46:42
The San Diego City Council passed the Unsafe Camping Ordinance after a marathon session on Tuesday. The public camping ban is the latest effort city of San Diego leaders have taken on the rise in homelessness in the city.
The state of the border after Title 42 09.06.2023 48:00
Many predicted an increase in the number of people trying to enter the U.S. from Mexico once pandemic-era border restrictions known as Title 42 ended last month. But did that actually happen, and what has been the impact been in the San Diego-Tijuana border region?
Bus driver strike brings privatization of public transit to forefront 02.06.2023 46:48
A bus drivers' strike continues into its third week, complicating the lives of many public transportation riders in San Diego County. It begs the question: Why are we privatizing public transit?
San Diego sees slow progress on police oversight 26.05.2023 46:42
Despite strong voter approval of a measure to implement the Commission on Police Practices in 2020, San Diego has seen slow progress on implementing stronger community oversight of police.
Major League Soccer comes to San Diego 19.05.2023 46:45
San Diego will be home to a new Major League Soccer franchise. The team will be the latest of several professional soccer clubs in San Diego, such as the San Diego Wave FC and the San Diego Loyal. What will this new franchise mean for the broader sports community in the region?
The end of Title 42 12.05.2023 45:31
The pandemic era border restrictions known as Title 42 are over. What comes next?
Fletcher seat to be filled in special election 05.05.2023 46:19
San Diego voters will be voting in a special election later this year to select a new San Diego County supervisor for the county's 4th District seat.
New tenant protections for San Diego 28.04.2023 45:50
The San Diego City Council passed a new ordinance to protect renters and prevent San Diegans from falling into homelessness.
San Diego's mental health crisis 21.04.2023 46:46
San Diego is facing a mental health crisis. A new reporting project shows a mental health care system overwhelmed and undermanned at multiple levels.
Springtime for San Diego sports 14.04.2023 46:44
On KPBS Roundtable, the San Diego State men's basketball team made it to the NCAA national championship game, and a highly anticipated San Diego Padres season is underway. Also, the San Diego Wave FC is seeing success both on the pitch and with soccer fans.
Fletcher's political downfall 07.04.2023 46:43
On KPBS Roundtable Friday, one of San Diego’s top politicians is on his way out. County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is accused of sexual harassment and assault, something he denies.
San Diego considers public camping ban 31.03.2023 45:32
San Diego leaders are considering a ban on camping in public areas in response to surge in homeless encampments.
Roundtable: UC San Diego Health steps in to run Imperial County's largest hospital 03.03.2023 26:01
Facing financial struggles, El Centro Regional Medical Center turns to UC San Diego Health to help it stay afloat.
Roundtable: California's water capture efforts 24.02.2023 26:02
More storms hit San Diego County and much of California this week, adding to an already wet winter. What does it all mean for the state’s long-running drought?
Roundtable: Reaction to natural gas price hike 10.02.2023 26:01
Natural gas prices rose dramatically in January and state and local leaders want to know why.
Roundtable: Padres' high hopes for new season 03.02.2023 26:00
The San Diego Padres and their fans have high expectations for the team, as the start of the 2023 season approaches.
Roundtable: California's gun violence problem 27.01.2023 26:01
Multiple recent mass shootings across California put the focus on the long-standing problem of gun violence in the state.
Roundtable: A power struggle at SANDAG 20.01.2023 26:03
Political tensions rise at SANDAG during a recent leadership vote. What will that mean for San Diego's climate goals?
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