https://www.thefinestsd.org/podcasts Podcasts en-US Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:07:04 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-roundtable/waymo-is-coming-national-city-financial-woes-padres-sale Driverless taxis are one step closer to being a reality in San Diego. Then, National City is facing significant financial challenges and choosing new leadership in the coming election. Plus, the San Diego Padres have new majority owners. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:07:04 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-roundtable/waymo-is-coming-national-city-financial-woes-padres-sale Andrew Bracken, Ashley Rusch https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/chancla-invites-latinx-readers-to-embrace-nonviolent-parenting A new book questions the normalization of "Chancla culture" in Latinx families and offers ways to heal. Then, there's a new convention in town focused on improv. And finally, hear about weekend arts events. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:42:32 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/chancla-invites-latinx-readers-to-embrace-nonviolent-parenting Jade Hindmon, Ashley Rusch, Julianna Domingo https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/mlbs-official-approval-of-padres-sale-also-brings-some-inherited-issues First, Major League Baseball has officially approved the sale of the Padres but it comes with some inherited issues for the new ownership group. Then, an ongoing clash over the use of a county-owned firing range. Also, an update on a controversial arrest dating back to 2024. Next, what keeps one local breakdancer going. And, we share some weekend events happening across the county. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/mlbs-official-approval-of-padres-sale-also-brings-some-inherited-issues Lawrence K. Jackson https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/epa-promises-to-bring-urgency-to-new-river-crisis First, the EPA was in Imperial County to meet with the public over the New River crisis. They say they’ll bring the same urgency to the New River crisis, as the Tijuana River crisis. Then, a campaign to teach patients and families about hospice care. And, a new website to help find child care. The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is moving forward with anti-corruption measures. Plus, The Midnight Pine is playing its last show. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/epa-promises-to-bring-urgency-to-new-river-crisis Lawrence K. Jackson https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/mom-needs-a-moment-and-humor-me-among-dozens-of-titles-to-be-featured-at-kpbs-book-festival We preview two featured books coming to the KPBS San Diego Book Festival — with topics ranging from mindfulness in motherhood, to the power of a good laugh. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:58:54 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/mom-needs-a-moment-and-humor-me-among-dozens-of-titles-to-be-featured-at-kpbs-book-festival Jade Hindmon, Ashley Rusch https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/is-san-diego-ready-for-a-super-el-nino As the El Niño intensifies, we check in with our local weather expert about what that could mean for our region. Then, we look at how the city is preparing. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:39:24 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/is-san-diego-ready-for-a-super-el-nino Jade Hindmon, Julianna Domingo https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/what-is-driving-cyberattacks-on-us-water-systems Cyberattacks in several U.S. states appear to be targeting critical infrastructure. We talk about why this is happening and what can be done to safeguard facilities from these attacks. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:01:41 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/what-is-driving-cyberattacks-on-us-water-systems Jade Hindmon, Ashley Rusch https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/ice-is-no-longer-permitted-to-utilize-two-county-firing-ranges First, ICE can no longer utilize two county firing ranges for training exercises. Then, ICE agents have arrested a minor league coach for the Padres. Next, more roadway construction is underway at San Diego International Airport. Also, San Diego is bracing itself for what could be a historic El Nino season. And, we preview an outdoor production of Shakespeare. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/ice-is-no-longer-permitted-to-utilize-two-county-firing-ranges Lawrence K. Jackson https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/going-beyond-the-mythology-of-california-history California has long been known as a place where people come to remake their lives, and look to achieve big dreams. But the postcard image of California doesn't tell its full history. Award-winning journalist and author Michael Hiltzik talks about a more complex history he writes about in his book "Golden State: the Making of California." Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:17:29 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/going-beyond-the-mythology-of-california-history Jade Hindmon, Andrew Bracken https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/county-supervisors-to-decide-whether-ice-agents-can-continue-using-two-county-firing-ranges-for-training First, county supervisors are set to decide today whether federal immigration authorities can continue using two county firing ranges for their training. Then, a man has been charged with intentionally starting the Sorrento wildfire. Next, some updates on the upcoming election. And, a conversation with an advocate about automated license plate readers. Plus, the fan experience at a professional baseball game in Tijuana. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/san-diego-news-now/county-supervisors-to-decide-whether-ice-agents-can-continue-using-two-county-firing-ranges-for-training Lawrence K. Jackson https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/california-story-documentary-explores-the-impact-of-gang-laws-on-san-diego The film looks at how "gang conspiracy" laws, policing and surveillance have impacted communities and law enforcement across the state — including in Southeast San Diego. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:42:50 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/california-story-documentary-explores-the-impact-of-gang-laws-on-san-diego Andrew Bowen, Julianna Domingo https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/san-diego-community-groups-push-back-against-flock-cameras Automated license plate readers continue to be the subject of scrutiny over police use and privacy concerns. We hear from one of the advocates involved in pushing back against the use of the technology. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:50:06 GMT https://www.kpbs.org/podcasts/kpbs-midday-edition/san-diego-community-groups-push-back-against-flock-cameras Andrew Bowen, Julianna Domingo