Best KPBS Public Media Podcasts (2025)

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Advocates want new Del Mar train tunnels electrified 17:29

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The San Diego City Council overruled several of Mayor Todd Gloria’s line-item vetoes in next year’s budget. Then, we have a conversation with renowned activist and organizer Dolores Huerta about the ongoing mass deportations. And the shake table at UCSD was rocking Monday, find out why. Also, hear about why transit advocates are concerned SANDAG co…

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San Diego County sees slight increase in COVID hospitalizations 10:53

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While San Diego County’s COVID-19 case numbers remain low, hospitalizations increased slightly in the last month. Then, today the San Diego City Council will consider whether to override Mayor Todd Gloria's partial veto of the council's budget. Plus, a profile of a rock and roll legend who got her start in National City.…

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U.S. Transportation Secretary pushes for Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ in San Diego 11:46

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The U.S. Transportation Secretary came to San Diego to push for the passage of Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill. But, financial privacy advocates worry about a new tax buried in the bill. And, a local sailor is forced out of the military by Trump’s new transgender service ban.By KPBS PUBLIC MEDIA

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Former U-T editor says publisher pulled ICE editorial, then fired her 20:06

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An opinion editor at the San Diego Union-Tribune speaks to KPBS about her abrupt firing this week. And UCSD researchers are using their shake lab to test a new type of steel. Voice of San Diego CEO Scott Lewis is back to talk about the city’s new budget. Then, organizers of last weekend’s “No Kings” protest say even more people than the 60,000 that…

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More immigration raids could be coming to San Diego 11:33

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ICE’s deportation quotas and Trump’s orders to target “Democrat-run cities” might put San Diego in the administration’s crosshairs. And with the resulting social unrest, local artists are responding. Then, the city is changing its ADU bonus program — find out more about its new limits. Finally, Imperial County has a new CEO with a new higher salary…

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The legal fight over who controls the California National Guard continues 10:17

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Tuesday an appeals court will hear arguments on whether President Donald Trump must return authority over the California National Guard back to Governor Gavin Newsom. And, reports of immigrant detentions following court hearings are increasing, including one targeting a refugee from Afghanistan who helped U.S. troops. Then, in North County, a local…

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60,000 hit San Diego streets in ‘No Kings’ protest 9:50

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Tens of thousands of people protested across San Diego County Saturday, hear what one organizer had to say about it. And a UCSD physician and former CDC adviser says some of the agency’s new vaccine advisers — including one linked to an anti-vaccine group — could cost lives. Then, the city is now working with a nonprofit to provide life-saving drug…

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Trump LA troop deployment illegal, judge says 17:35

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.A federal judge ruled in favor of California Thursday saying that President Trump lacks the authority to deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles. And, San Diego physicians and health care workers are asking Gov. Gavin Newsom to protect Medi-Cal benefits for immigrants without legal status. Then, hear about a new state program to help homeowners i…

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Protests in San Diego amid raids, troop mobilization 14:09

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San Diegans are protesting immigration raids with nationwide rallies planned this weekend as Trump finally gets his military parade. Then, the San Diego City Council approved a new, trimmed-down budget — find out what was cut and what was saved. And Voice of San Diego CEO Scott Lewis is back again, talking trash fees. Also hear the latest on Immigr…

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San Diegans react to President Trump’s new travel ban 13:07

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The San Diego chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations and immigrant rights groups rallied in front of San Diego International Airport protesting President Trump’s latest travel ban. Plus, advocates are renewing calls for San Diego police to end a controversial surveillance program. And, a UC San Diego researcher says migration to the U…

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Marines deploy to Los Angeles as state sues Trump 13:21

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California is suing the Trump administration over its activation of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines in response to immigration raid protests. And, a sitting Poway city council member is under investigation by the district attorney. Then, could new federal COVID-19 vaccine recommendations hurt disadvantaged communities? Also, there’s a n…

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New Trump travel ban begins Monday 11:56

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The head of a nonprofit that helps resettle Afghans in the U.S. reacts to a new travel ban targeting the country. The San Diego City Council considers changes to library service as it approaches a final vote on budget cuts. And, a concert happening this weekend will benefit San Diego’s Little Saigon district.…

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San Diego police officer accused of stealing from school safety program 14:37

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A San Diego police officer is accused of embezzling from the school safety patrol program he ran. And, we’ve got part three of our five-part series on the District 1 supervisor’s race — today’s topic: spending. Also, last week we told you about SDPD’s move to fully-encrypted radios. Hear more about what the department says it’s doing to get real-ti…

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Dynamic pricing coming to San Diego parking meters 12:37

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Fallout from last week’s ICE raid in South Park continued Tuesday with union leaders calling the action an “attack on workers.” Then, the price of parking is going to change — hear more about when and by how much. And, we have part two of our five-part series on the District 1 county supervisor’s race. Also, hear a discussion about the latest data …

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San Diego’s Democratic leaders speak out against ICE raid 12:08

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Democratic lawmakers had harsh words about how a recent workplace raid was handled. Then, we look at the changes made in National City in response to in-custody deaths. Plus, voting has begun in the race for the South Bay seat on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. We tell you where the candidates stand on the crossborder sewage crisis.…

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Almost 4,000 UCSD students at risk of losing student visas 14:56

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The Trump Administration’s hardline immigration policies continue to affect San Diego. Today we look at what the new federal sanctuary designation list means for our region, as well as the State Department’s threat to revoke visas for all international students from China. Then, National City has paid to settle three separate civil rights lawsuits …

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San Diego will tap reserves to fill budget shortfall through fiscal year 11:02

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Why is the city of San Diego dipping into its reserve funds? Plus, a new safe parking lot is opening near the airport. Then, one person’s story going from incarceration to graduation at San Diego State University. Finally, a “look” at the county’s new state-of-the-art public health lab.By KPBS Public Media

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Harmful chemicals from Tijuana River pollution are airborne 12:39

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A new UC San Diego study finds harmful chemicals in the air. And insurance claims after last week’s plane crash could get complicated. Then, a conversation about the impacts of broad government austerity on communities. Also, Voice of San Diego’s Scott Lewis says the city’s budget fight could be setting up a serious show-down between the city counc…

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Critical safety notification didn’t go out ahead of fatal crash 12:51

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The FAA failed to notify pilots that the weather instruments at Montgomery Field weren’t working. Then, the city of San Diego is countersuing property owners hit by last year’s floods. And, you may soon be able to buy and sell backyard ADUs in San Diego. Also, we have a follow-up to a story about a low-income high-rise without a working elevator. F…

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Multiple people killed when private plane crashes into Tierrasanta neighborhood 9:01

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A small jet crashed into military housing in a Tierrasanta neighborhood Thursday morning, killing multiple people on the plane and injuring others. We hear from the people displaced, and those working to rehouse them. Plus, KPBS confirmed the airport’s weather instrumentation was not working at the time of the crash. Then, a check-in with one of mo…

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White actress denied Black roles sues library alleging discrimination 14:13

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A KPBS analysis finds the new proposed ADU rules in San Diego would make it significantly more difficult to build in the city’s whitest and wealthiest neighborhoods. Then, find out which issue UC San Diego researchers say has broad support among Republican and Democrat voters. Voice of San Diego’s Lisa Halverstadt joins us to talk about how a fight…

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What the new point-in-time count says about homelessness in North County 11:43

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The number of people experiencing homelessness is down throughout the county — we zoom in on North County, where coastal cities saw some of the biggest drops. Then, we stay in North County to look at how cuts to the National Institutes of Health are hitting CSU San Marcos. Also, hear part two of reporter Amita Sharma’s conversation with the leaders…

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Why are women at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s? 16:01

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UC San Diego researchers are trying to find out why women are at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Plus, a KPBS investigation found out that San Diego’s highest paid city employees are cops that work lots of overtime. San Diego’s police chief said they plan to rein in overtime hours and spending. And a new TikTok trend is influencing San Diego…

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Afghan refugees in San Diego at risk of being sent back 12:18

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The Department of Homeland Security is terminating protections for thousands of Afghan refugees. Many in San Diego are now at risk of being sent back to a country still under Taliban rule. Plus, the police budget has ballooned with overtime pay. Then, San Diegans are suing over a food poisoning outbreak at a popular restaurant.…

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Advocates react to proposed Medi-Cal changes 13:52

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Advocates say a proposal to limit Medi-Cal access for immigrants without legal status will have harmful consequences. Government agencies scale back testing on animals. And, a preview of the 2025 San Diego International Fringe Festival.By KPBS PUBLIC MEDIA

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Advocates want new Del Mar train tunnels electrified 17:29

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San Diego County sees slight increase in COVID hospitalizations 10:53

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U.S. Transportation Secretary pushes for Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ in San Diego 11:46

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Former U-T editor says publisher pulled ICE editorial, then fired her 20:06

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More immigration raids could be coming to San Diego 11:33

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The legal fight over who controls the California National Guard continues 10:17

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60,000 hit San Diego streets in ‘No Kings’ protest 9:50

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Trump LA troop deployment illegal, judge says 17:35

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Protests in San Diego amid raids, troop mobilization 14:09

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San Diegans react to President Trump’s new travel ban 13:07

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Marines deploy to Los Angeles as state sues Trump 13:21

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New Trump travel ban begins Monday 11:56

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San Diego police officer accused of stealing from school safety program 14:37

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Dynamic pricing coming to San Diego parking meters 12:37

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San Diego’s Democratic leaders speak out against ICE raid 12:08

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Almost 4,000 UCSD students at risk of losing student visas 14:56

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San Diego will tap reserves to fill budget shortfall through fiscal year 11:02

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Harmful chemicals from Tijuana River pollution are airborne 12:39

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Critical safety notification didn’t go out ahead of fatal crash 12:51

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Multiple people killed when private plane crashes into Tierrasanta neighborhood 9:01

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White actress denied Black roles sues library alleging discrimination 14:13

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What the new point-in-time count says about homelessness in North County 11:43

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Why are women at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s? 16:01

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Afghan refugees in San Diego at risk of being sent back 12:18

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Advocates react to proposed Medi-Cal changes 13:52