KPBS Roundtable

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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.

  1. 10月9日

    USS Abraham Lincoln returns; Heat wave in prison; New morning anchor, Katie Anastas

    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, how frequent lockdowns inside the facility make it more challenging to cope with the heat. Plus, KPBS listeners may have noticed a new voice greeting them for morning newscasts. We sit down with Katie Anastas, who recently stepped into the KPBS Morning Edition anchor role. Guests: Andrew Dyer, military and veteran affairs reporter, KPBSPriya Sridhar, Pentagon reporter, MS NOWKori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBSKatie Anastas, Morning Edition anchor, KPBSKeep reading: USS Abraham Lincoln returns to San Diego after extended Iran deploymentSan Diego lawmaker visits USS Abraham Lincoln, demands investigationMoldy showers and no soap: Military families are outraged by conditions on USS LincolnReport: Relief on the way for San Diego carrier on extended deploymentAs temperatures soared, Donovan state prison confined people to their cellsKatie Anastas' education reporting

  2. 10月2日

    Plug-in solar bill; Julian center expands care for wolves; Padres advance to the NLDS

    Earlier this week, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill legalizing balcony, or "plug-in," solar. It could offer a smaller, relatively inexpensive option for people who cannot afford rooftop solar. On KPBS Roundtable, we talk about the intricacies of plug-in panels. And, whether they can provide relief as electricity bills skyrocket. Plus, the California Wolf Center in Julian has long played a key role in revitalizing the state's population of gray wolves. We talk about the unique challenges wolves are facing today, from climate change to uncertain federal protections. Also, the nonprofit's plans to expand and continue promoting coexistence with wolves. Then, we celebrate the Padres hot streak this week as they gear up for their next challenge — a match against the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series. We talk about what it will take to keep the momentum going. Guests: Laura Klivans, science reporter, KQEDMackenzie Elmer, energy and environment reporter, Voice of San DiegoTammy Murga, environment reporter, KPBSKarthik Venkataraman, sports anchor and reporter, CBS 8Keep reading: California Officially Legalizes Balcony Solar, Opening the Market to the New TechnologyCalifornia formally legalizes smaller, cheaper 'balcony solar' panelsEnvironment Report: Plug-In Solar or Have My Power Cut?Environment Report: Is Plug-In Solar Actually Dangerous? Julian Wolf Center is expanding care for wolves at a time when federal protections seem uncertainTrump order directs officials to consider stripping protections for gray wolvesPadres rout Cubs 8-0 in emphatic Wild Card opener with Tatis’ leadoff homer, King’s no-hit bidThe Padres streak into October playing their best ball. They're even ready for the mighty BrewersPadres Manny Machado likes San Diego reporter's brown jacket better than the blue one

  3. 9月25日

    Trash fee fallout; Padres clinch playoff spot; the voice behind the KPBS surf report

    This week, we learned that tens of thousands of San Diegans may have been overcharged on their property tax bills for trash fees. The city of San Diego blames the problem on a "technical error." We talk about the latest with San Diego Union-Tribune City Hall reporter David Garrick, who broke the story. Plus, the San Diego Padres have clinched a spot in the playoffs — after beating the Dodgers 4-2. Spanish-language broadcaster Eduardo Ortega joins us to talk about the 2026 regular season and look ahead to the Padres' third straight trip to the postseason. Also, how he's celebrating 40 years behind the microphone. Then, we sit down with a familiar voice for KPBS listeners — Scott Bass. We hear more about his process behind his signature surf report, and how he describes San Diego surf culture. Guests: David Garrick, reporter, The San Diego Union-TribuneEduardo Ortega, Spanish-language broadcaster, San Diego PadresScott Bass, surf forecaster, KPBS Keep reading: San Diego is overcharging thousands of people for trash pickup, some by $1,000 or more‘This is incompetence’: San Diego council members rail against Gloria for city over-billing thousands for trashFacing ire for overcharging for trash pickup, San Diego reveals how many households are affectedPadres beat Dodgers to clinch third straight postseason berthPadres clinch 3rd straight postseason berth as they seek 1st World Series titleUnique radio surf reports attract mostly non-surfers

  4. 9月4日

    New law targets sex buyers; public records requests; San Diego Magazine arts issue

    A new state law makes it illegal to loiter in an area for the purpose of buying sex. But data show that here in San Diego, police are mostly citing Latino and Black men for the crime. We talk about KPBS reporting that raises questions about racial bias and how the new law is impacting sex workers. Plus, the county of San Diego announced the departure of its behavioral health director just minutes after releasing employee misconduct records. We talk about the story emerging from those documents. Then, how a recent court decision may change how public records requests are handled in the future. And, this month's issue of San Diego Magazine celebrates the creatives shaping our local arts and culture community. Guests: Katie Hyson, racial justice and social equity reporter, KPBSLisa Halverstadt, senior investigative reporter, Voice of San DiegoWill Huntsberry, senior investigative reporter, Voice of San DiegoAaryn Belfer, editor, San Diego MagazineKeep reading: Critics warned a state law targeting sex buyers could lead to racial bias. Here's how it's playing out in San DiegoRacist Comments Outed in Voice Records Request; Dept Head OutCounty Nursing Facility Plagued by Racism, Sexual Harassment and Sex Tapes Governments May Now Take ‘Months or Years’ to Fill Public Records RequestsSan Diego Magazine Editor’s Note, September 2026: More Than a Postcard31 People Shaping San Diego’s Creative Scene

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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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