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KPBS Midday Edition

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KPBS Midday Edition is a daily talk show hosted by Maureen Cavanaugh and Jade Hindmon, keeping San Diegans in the know on everything from politics to the arts.

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United States

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KPBS Midday Edition is a daily talk show hosted by Maureen Cavanaugh and Jade Hindmon, keeping San Diegans in the know on everything from politics to the arts.

Language:

English


Episodes

Celebrating 150 years of Robert Frost

3/14/2024
The poetry community will come to San Diego for the Robert Frost Sesquicentennial, which celebrates the poet's 150th birthday. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival and other arts events.

Duration:00:46:45

Sedentary behavior linked to mortality risk

3/13/2024
New research finds sitting for long hours increases the risk of death.

Duration:00:18:14

Latina-led running club becomes safe space for women of color

3/13/2024
A running club by and for women of color has taken off in south San Diego. More than 500 people, many beginners, have run with Santa Mujeres since it began in 2020.

Duration:00:20:36

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria answers your questions

3/12/2024
Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon asked the mayor listener-driven questions on the city's storm response, housing, homelessness, infrastructure and more.

Duration:00:31:00

Why social studies is important to democracy

3/11/2024
Today marks the beginning of Civic Learning Week. We dive into the state of civics education and social studies across the country, as well as right here in San Diego County.

Duration:00:46:20

New San Diego initiative makes art for social change

3/7/2024
Far South/Border North is a new program that aims to support San Diego's thriving artist community. Plus, the Blue Water Film Festival returns with a focus on climate change. And finally, your weekend preview.

Duration:00:46:50

California lawmakers take action on reparations

3/6/2024
We discuss the California Legislative Black Caucus' 14-bill package and the broader conversation around reparations in California. Also, the link between reparations and solving the state’s homelessness crisis.

Duration:00:37:10

Focus of San Diego conference: Mental health of men and boys

3/5/2024
Mental health for men and boys will be the focus of an upcoming conference in San Diego later in March. We hear from several mental health experts about the mental health challenges men and boys face today, and how psychologists are working to expand definitions of masculinity.

Duration:00:27:37

New book 'Hiking Your Feelings' looks at finding wellness in the wilderness

3/5/2024
Author and "Hiking My Feelings" co-founder Sydney Williams shares how she found healing in nature and how a good hike can be transformative for our physical and mental wellbeing.

Duration:00:17:31

'A Love Song for Ricki Wilde' explores Harlem's storied past through romance and leap years

2/29/2024
Author Tia Williams' latest romance book blurs the boundaries between the 1920's and present-day Harlem. Also, we hear a conversation with the editor behind the Oscar-nominated film "Anatomy of a Fall." And finally, your weekend arts preview.

Duration:00:46:24

The state of EVs in California today

2/28/2024
Electric vehicles are a key part of the state's goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2045. What do consumers who may be considering an EV need to know?

Duration:00:24:40

What is long COVID? Plus, holistic approaches to heart health

2/27/2024
We take a look at the current COVID-19 landscape and what long COVID looks like in adults and young children. Also, we hear about the importance of taking a holistic approach to healing the heart.

Duration:00:46:19

"Keepers of the Culture" celebrates Black leaders shaping the cultural landscape

2/22/2024
The San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art will honor various Black leaders at its annual "Keepers of the Culture" event. Plus, a bug banquet will present an array of tasty dishes all made from edible insects.

Duration:00:45:15

"Keepers of the Culture" celebrates Black leaders shaping the cultural landscape

2/22/2024
The San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art will honor various Black leaders at its annual "Keepers of the Culture" event. Plus, a bug banquet will present an array of tasty dishes all made from edible insects.

Duration:00:30:31

Susan Orlean on how our relationship with animals reveals our humanity

2/22/2024
Susan Orlean is one of the featured authors in this year's Writer's Symposium by the Sea, hosted by Point Loma Nazarene University.

Duration:00:14:20

New reports highlight public health crisis in border waters and inequities in San Diego

2/21/2024
A new report released by San Diego State University researchers provided KPBS with a better understanding of the public health crisis surrounding contaminated water in the South Bay. Plus, San Diego's first "Equity Indicators" report.

Duration:00:34:47

New book reveals forgotten history of the founders of the Tuskegee Airmen

2/20/2024
"Invisible Generals" author Doug Melville was motivated to tell the real story of his family's contributions to the country, after viewing a 2012 film about the Tuskegee Airmen, and realizing the character based on his uncle, had a fictionalized name.

Duration:00:16:23

Primary Election 2024: Breaking down state Assembly races, Proposition 1

2/20/2024
The March 5 primary is just around the corner. We look at some of the top state Assembly races and one statewide ballot measure: Proposition 1.

Duration:00:29:14

Daygo Eatz, a Zorro reimagining and Midday Movies

2/15/2024
Food festival Daygo Eatz returns to the San Diego Black Arts and Culture District. Plus, one author reimagines the Zorro folktale in a new book. And, Midday Movies' picks for Black History Month.

Duration:00:46:18

San Diego's flood relief journey

2/14/2024
We hear from those involved in the ongoing efforts to help individuals affected by flooding from the Jan. 22 storm.

Duration:00:29:25