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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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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Telecom giant AT&T has long been responsible for maintaining California’s phone lines, but that could be changing. Then, San Diego voters may be voting on multiple tax measures in November's general election. Plus, former San Diego Padres executive Larry Lucchino passed away this week. We hear about his legacy on baseball in San Diego and beyond.
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We break down why San Diego's college campuses are a great way to experience art.
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KPBS Midday EditionA California lawmaker wants to legislate happiness. Meanwhile, the U.S. just dropped out of the top 20 happiest countries.
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A new series from KPBS examines how schools are managing the mental health of students. Plus, the San Diego Padres, San Diego Wave FC, and SDSU men's basketball all played this week. We take a look at how they fared, and their prospects.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe San Diego Padres home opener is Thursday. To celebrate, KPBS Midday Edition is talking all about the Padres.
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Former employees of the San Diego Union-Tribune are worried about the effects of the newspaper's sale. Staff have already been warned about looming budget cuts.
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KPBS Midday EditionShana Hazan and Cody Petterson were sworn in this week as the newest trustees on the San Diego Unified School Board.
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San Diego Unified Superintendent Lamont Jackson talks about the school year ahead.
- Hillcrest, hungry for park space, looks to the 163 freeway
- At least 16 people died in California after medics sedated them during encounters with police
- Members of Congress launch investigation into Frontwave Credit Union’s treatment of young Marines, following KPBS reporting
- University of Saint Katherine announces closure, filing for bankruptcy
- Migrant drop offs continue in San Diego despite influx of federal funds