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KEN KRAMER'S ABOUT SAN DIEGO: A Vintage Backcountry Train

On this episode, we join host Ken Kramer (second from left flanked by train crew) aboard a vintage train through the desert backcountry of San Diego County.
Courtesy of Ken Kramer
On this episode, we join host Ken Kramer (second from left flanked by train crew) aboard a vintage train through the desert backcountry of San Diego County.

Stream now with KPBS / Watch Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Monday, Aug. 17 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV

On this episode, we join Ken aboard a vintage train through the desert backcountry of San Diego County. We visit a railroad landmark in National City; get a look back at what it was like at San Diego State College 60 years ago; and hear some great things 'About San Diego' sent in by viewers.

Train conductor. On this episode, we join host Ken Kramer aboard a vintage train through the desert backcountry of San Diego County.
Courtesy of Ken Kramer
Train conductor. On this episode, we join host Ken Kramer aboard a vintage train through the desert backcountry of San Diego County.

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We join Ken aboard a vintage train through the desert backcountry of San Diego County. A visit to a railroad landmark in National City; a look back at what it was like at San Diego State College 60 years ago; and some great things About San Diego sent in by viewers.

Ken Kramer reveals hidden mysteries about San Diego.

Visit KEN KRAMER'S ABOUT SAN DIEGO on Facebook.

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