Leon Messenie
Director of EngineeringLeon Messenie is a former KPBS staff member.
Leon Messenie has worked in the engineering department at KPBS for 32 years and currently serves as the Director of Engineering. Leon has also worked as a freelance engineer for several media networks, specializing in sports audio engineering. Leon Messenie started his career in the commercial broadcasting industry at KREX Grand Junction, Colorado. He then moved on to KTNV and KVBC in Las Vegas, Nevada before moving to San Diego and joining KPBS. Leon is a past member of the PBS Enterprise Technology Advisory Committee where he served as Chairman for four years.
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Premieres Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encore Saturday, May 10 at 3:30 p.m. on KPBS TV and Monday, May 12 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Chef Ivan Almici provides an extraordinary Italian experience in Valle de Guadalupe. Join Jorge behind the scenes as pasta is crafted, meat is roasted, and flavors are meticulously created. -
Chef Ivan Almici provides an extraordinary Italian experience in Valle de Guadalupe. Join Jorge behind the scenes as pasta is crafted, meat is roasted, and flavors are meticulously created. The lineup of incredible food coming out of this kitchen will undoubtedly leave you astounded.
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