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 EditionSan Diego Mayor Todd Gloria said his administration remains focused on homelessness and new affordable housing. -
KPBS Midday EditionStanford University professor Geoffrey Cohen examines human connection in his new book "Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides." -
KPBS Midday EditionAfter Seaman Recruit Ryan Sawyer Mays' acquittal, the Navy's safety missteps in USS Bonhomme Richard fire come to the forefront. -
KPBS Midday EditionThis month President Joe Biden declared the coronavirus pandemic over. But local infectious disease and public health experts see things differently. -
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria has made homelessness his top priority but despite the city’s efforts, the downtown homeless population reached a new high in August. -
On Sunday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced he'd signed a slew of new bills aimed at strengthening the state’s cannabis laws.
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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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