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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We hear what it’s been like covering Los Angeles’ historic wildfires this week. Then, a suite of new state laws took effect in 2025. We take a closer look at some of them. Plus, a fight for control of the San Diego Padres is underway. What does it mean for the team’s future? -
We look at wind and fire conditions for the region and what you need to know as wildfires continue to devastate parts of Southern California. -
San Diego County is rolling out a new state law that expands conservatorships to people suffering from severe addiction. Then, we discuss how the city of San Diego will handle its budget deficit and the demand for new housing in 2025. Plus, we take a look into some media trends heading into the new year. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe talk about outdoors resolutions and how to take advantage of what’s in our backyard, right here in San Diego. Then, we hear from a unique film program at Carlsbad High School followed by a preview of artistic events coming up in January. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe Midday Edition producers take you behind the scenes and share their favorite episodes of the year. -
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted to expand the powers of the Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board to address in-custody deaths in county jails. Then, we hear about efforts to ban the use of algorithmic pricing software in setting rental prices.
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The race is on for the San Diego County Board of Supervisors District 4 seat. The district includes parts of central and Southeast San Diego, La Mesa, Lemon Grove and Spring Valley. -
The race is on for the San Diego County Board of Supervisors District 4 seat. The district includes parts of central and Southeastern San Diego, La Mesa, Lemon Grove and Spring Valley. -
The race is on for the San Diego County Board of Supervisors District 4 seat. The district includes parts of central and southeastern San Diego, La Mesa, Lemon Grove and Spring Valley.
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