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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A new crisis center in Vista is at the forefront of a new approach to mental health care in the county. -
KPBS Midday EditionNew models are needed as tools to manage and measure the state's water, scientist says. -
Local climate change leaders and activists give their thoughts on the latest IPCC report on climate change mitigation, saying "it's now or never." -
San Diego-Tijuana border crossings see rise in Ukrainians seeking asylum in U.S., with more coming every day. -
KPBS Midday EditionBill McKibben argues for a quick switch away from fossil fuel. "We're all but out of time," he warns. -
A local housing attorney explains what's at stake for local tenants in latest legislation on California's eviction protections.
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Emergency crews and authorities are cleaning up the wreckage and damage Tuesday caused by a small plane crash in Santee.
- 60,000+ march through downtown for 'No Kings' Day protest, other rallies planned throughout the county
- Housing officials warn San Diego's ADU reforms may violate state law
- 'No Kings' demonstrations happening this weekend. What are your rights in a protest?
- San Diego infectious disease expert warns new CDC vaccine panel could threaten public health
- Ancient miasma theory may help explain Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine moves