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 Temecula Valley Unified school board is drawing national scrutiny for a slew of controversial policies, including a ban on critical race theory. Plus, how racism can increase Black women's risk of stroke and other health conditions. -
Looking for a gift for the person who always has their nose in a book? Here's a list of suggestions from San Diego County bookstores. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe holidays can be a time of celebration with friends and family. But they can also bring about feelings of loneliness and stress. -
We speak with two local retailers about how its going for small businesses this holiday season. Then, we get gift ideas from some of San Diego's independent booksellers. -
On this week's Roundtable, we take a look at the outlook for San Diego energy prices in 2024. Plus, a KPBS investigation looks into how credit unions chartered in California have been relying on overdraft fees for revenue. Then, California voters could soon see a ballot initiative that would make it easier to prosecute overdose deaths as homicides. -
KPBS Midday EditionOn Thursday, California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom faced off against Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in a prime-time debate. KPBS Midday Edition discusses the potential impact of the debate on the presidential election.
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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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