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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In the months after the January floods, San Diego's Shelltown community has come together to help those who were impacted. -
KPBS Midday EditionOn KPBS Midday Edition, we hear from a cybersecurity expert on how we can best protect ourselves and our information online. -
Former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher used campaign funds to pay for his legal defense against sexual assault and harassment allegations. And California is spending billions of dollars on homelessness. Is it working? -
KPBS Midday EditionKPBS Midday Edition wants to have a conversation about personal finance and we want to hear from you. -
A program at a San Diego hospital is tackling the youth mental health crisis by integrating mental health care services into physical care settings. -
San Diego Wave FC's third season is underway. In their short history, the team has seen success on the field, as well as in the stands.
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The nationwide baby formula shortage is leading some parents to more creative means to ensure the nutritional needs of their infant children. -
The Guardian found many California cities spent more COVID-19 relief funds on law enforcement than rent relief and health services. -
KPBS Midday EditionSince the start of the pandemic, the number of people moving to California from other states has dropped by 38%, according to a new study.
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