KPBS Roundtable offers perspectives from those who tell San Diego’s stories. Join us 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.
KPBS Roundtable
KPBS Roundtable offers perspectives from those who tell San Diego’s stories. Join us 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.
Hosted by KPBS Public Media
Episodes
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In an ongoing effort to transform California's mental health care system, Gov. Gavin Newsom updated the state's conservatorship rules, expanding eligibility for involuntary treatment. Plus, San Diego's CARE Court program began in early October to provide more treatment options for those suffering from schizophrenia and other related disorders. -
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has until Saturday to sign or veto bills passed from this year's legislative session. This week on KPBS Roundtable, we take a look at some of the notable bills he has signed and vetoed that impact the future of renewable energy, housing and labor in the state. -
San Diego County water managers are saying the region will have enough water next year. More limited access to the Colorado River and the ongoing impacts of climate change, however, mean water will remain a challenge for the region for years to come. Plus, we take a look into the coming price hikes for water customers in the city of San Diego. -
Despite some late season success and record-breaking attendance, the 2023 San Diego Padres team was unable to meet the high expectations that came with having the third highest payroll in Major League Baseball. -
A recent influx of migrants to the U.S.-Mexico border are overwhelming border officials and creating challenges for local aid groups and shelters in the San Diego-Tijuana region. We hear from local border reporters about what they have seen, and how the rise in asylum-seekers reveals an immigration system in need of repair. -
California’s legislative session ended Thursday night. We take a look at some of the bills now headed to Governor Gavin Newsom's desk for final approval. Then, for Democracy Day, we hear about current concerns for democracy in San Diego County and beyond.
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Roundtable Team
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Andrew Bracken
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Andrew Bracken, KPBS Midday Edition and Roundtable producer & host of podcasts "My First Day" & "San Diego Conversations," made "Facing North," a docu-web series on San Diego-Tijuana ties, released on PBS in 2017. He's a San Diego Foundation Creative Catalyst fellow & a San Diego Film Award winner. He drums in his spare time.
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Adrian Villalobos
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Adrian Villalobos, KPBS media specialist, directs local radio broadcasts & aids in producing content. His audio engineering background includes work for the San Diego Padres & the City of San Diego. He holds degrees from Southwestern College & UCSD. He enjoys traveling & producing music in his spare time.
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Rebecca Chacon
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Rebecca Chacon joined KPBS in 2017. She assists in Radio Operations as well as production work for local radio broadcasts like KPBS Roundtable, KPBS Midday Edition and All Things Considered. Rebecca is a graduate of San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in television, film, and new media — with an emphasis in critical studies.
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