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Focus of San Diego conference: Mental health of men and boys
March 05, 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 defi

New book 'Hiking Your Feelings' looks at finding wellness in the wilderness
March 05, 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.

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

The state of EVs in California today
February 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?

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

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

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

Susan Orlean on how our relationship with animals reveals our humanity
February 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.

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

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

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