Andrew Bracken
Producer, KPBS Midday EditionAndrew Bracken is a producer for KPBS Midday Edition. He is also the producer and host for the KPBS podcast series "My First Day" and "San Diego Conversations," a collaboration with KPBS and the National Conflict Resolution Center.
His documentary web series "Facing North," about the multi-dimensional relationship between San Diego and Tijuana, was released digitally on PBS in 2017. A recipient of the San Diego Foundation’s Creative Catalyst fellowship, Bracken has received support for his work from Latino Public Broadcasting, KPBS, and the Berlinale Talent Campus. His short film "Facing North" explored border identity in the San Diego-Tijuana region and won a San Diego Film Award in 2017.
During his infrequent free time, he likes to play drums in and around San Diego.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe recent allegations against San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher represents another case in a long line of sex scandals surrounding prominent Democrats in the region. -
On KPBS Roundtable Friday, one of San Diego’s top politicians is on his way out. County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is accused of sexual harassment and assault, something he denies. -
KPBS Roundtable wants to hear from you for an upcoming show. What do you think about Fletcher's resignation? What additional questions do you have? -
San Diego leaders are considering a ban on camping in public areas in response to surge in homeless encampments. -
KPBS Midday EditionA show on the emergence of artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and how human beings are reacting. Plus, how chatbots might be used in our everyday lives. And, what the future of artificial intelligence holds. -
KPBS Midday EditionMidday Edition is back, connecting our communities through conversation. We are talking about friendships and their power to uplift us and even keep us healthy. We’ll hear what science says about friendship from the longest running research project on human happiness. Then, for kids it’s easy to make friends, for adults not so much. We’ll hear advice on making new friends and how to nurture existing friendships. And, we’ve heard joining a group is a great way to make friends. How one such San Diego group is finding connection and building community.
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Emergency crews and authorities are cleaning up the wreckage and damage Tuesday caused by a small plane crash in Santee.
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