KPBS Midday Edition

KPBS Midday Edition


Latest Episodes

New Wave FC season underway as women's sports grabs the spotlight
April 10, 2024

San Diego Wave FC's third season is underway. In their short history, the team has seen success on the field, as well as in the stands.

How to combat climate anxiety
April 09, 2024

How do we manage eco-anxiety without ignoring the climate crisis?

Artistry, authors and activists: A weekend preview
April 04, 2024

We break down why San Diego's college campuses are a great way to experience art. Plus, the fifth annual San Diego Writers Festival is this Saturday. And finally, we hear from a San Diego Womens Hall of Fame nominee.

How do we measure happiness?
April 03, 2024

A California lawmaker wants to legislate happiness. Meanwhile, the U.S. just dropped out of the top 20 happiest countries.

Celebrating Transgender Day Of Visibility in San Diego
April 02, 2024

San Diego Pride will host its 'Transgender Day of Empowerment' celebration on Friday, April 5.

'Poetry in America' looks at how poems touch American life, past and present
March 28, 2024

The fourth season of PBS show 'Poetry in America' explores how poems can help reveal a broader vision of our country. Also, a preview of this year's Without Walls Festival. And a look at your spring arts guide.

New Padres season brings new hope after difficult year
March 27, 2024

The San Diego Padres home opener is Thursday. To celebrate, KPBS Midday Edition is talking all about the Padres. We heard from the Spanish language broadcast voice for the team, and had a conversation with Tony Gwynn's widow nearly 10 years since his pass

Weight-loss drugs change how we treat, talk about obesity
March 26, 2024

We break down what these drugs are, and how doctors are adapting their practices, while navigating weight stigma.

'A Great Country,' contemporary ballet and Midday Movies
March 21, 2024

A San Diego author's latest novel digs into racial and class divides in an affluent Southern California community. Plus, a preview of an all-women dance showcase. And finally, Midday Movies celebrates women filmmakers.

Traumatic brain injuries among military members and veterans
March 20, 2024

KPBS Midday Edition takes a look at how traumatic brain injuries are affecting our veterans and active military. Then, we turn to the lives of military families in San Diego and findings from Blue Star's Military Family Lifestyle Survey.