• The food and drinks we love in San Diego
    Jun 27 2025
    The Michelin Guide has revealed which California restaurants earned a "star." Carlsbad's Lilo picked up one Michelin star. Meanwhile, Atelier Manna received a Bib Gourmand designation.San Diego now has five Michelin-starred restaurants.This week on Roundtable, we bring together a few journalists covering one of the things we love most about San Diego: food.Plus, the weekly roundup of other stories from the week.Guests: Candice Woo, freelance journalist and editor in San DiegoBeth Demmon, food and drink writer for San Diego MagazineFarley Elliot, SoCal Bureau chief, SFGATEAshley Rusch, producer, KPBSFood & drink recommendations:Read Candice Woo’s Guide to San Diego DiningLilo - CarlsbadRead Beth Demmon’s Review on LiloJeune et Jolie - CarlsbadAddison - Del MarValle - OceansideAtelier Manna - LeucadiaSoichi - North ParkFine diningLucien - La JollaDora - La JollaFleurette - La Jolla, UTCBosforo - Normal HeightsRead Beth Demmon’s Look into BosforoVulture (Vegan & Cocktails)- University HeightsRead Candice Woo’s Review on VultureTrust - North Park3131 by Deckman’s - North ParkTrattoria Cori Pastificio - North ParkFood & casual diningOdie's Pizza Co - OceansideNew Wave Bagel - LeucadiaRead Beth Demmon’s Review on New Wave BagelChick & Hawk - EncinitasRead Candice Woo’s Review on Chick & HawkLa Perla #3 - Point LomaRead Candice Woo’s Favorite Burritos in San DiegoWildflour Delicatessen - Liberty Station Read Beth Demmon’s Review on WildflourSonny’s Pizza - University HeightsZion Market (Food Court and Rooftop Bar) - Kearny MesaMarigold Bagels - North ParkRead Beth Demmon’s Review on Marigold BagelsBica - Normal HeightsDrinks & breweriesHappy Medium - North Park Read Candice Woo’s Guide to Cocktail BarsGreen Cheek Beer Co. - OceansideArtifex Brewing - OceansideBrewery X - DowntownAsylum Brewing - North ParkBrewjeria Taproom & Kitchen - Chula VistaAthletic Brewing Co.
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    46 mins
  • San Diego Pride faces calls for reforms, boycotts; impact of trans military ban
    Jun 20 2025

    San Diego Pride's parade and festival kicks off in less than a month.

    But this year, festivities are overshadowed by concerns about leadership and the overall vision for the organization. More than two dozen LGBTQ+ leaders have sent a letter to the board outlining issues like the lack of transparency and community engagement.

    The criticism comes weeks after a coalition of Jewish organizations, along with San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, have pulled out of the festival over San Diego Pride's decision to invite singer Kehlani as a headliner.

    We discuss the details and what this could mean for Pride.

    Then, we hear about the firsthand impacts of the Trump administration's ban on transgender soldiers — through the story of one local sailor.

    Plus, the weekly roundup of other stories from the week.

    Guests:
    • Maura Fox, communities reporter for The San Diego Union-Tribune
    • Andrew Dyer, military and veterans affairs reporter, KPBS
    • Ashley Rusch, producer, KPBS


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    46 mins
  • Military response to protests; the news on social media
    Jun 13 2025

    Immigration raids, the protests against them, and President Trump's deployment of troops brought dramatic scenes to Los Angeles this week.

    As California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta challenge the legality of Trump's actions, we discuss where immigration enforcement is headed and the military’s role in it.

    Plus, what does it take to bring journalism to the world of social media? We hear about citizen journalism, news influencers and the ultimate potential for news on social media apps.

    Guests:
    • Gustavo Solis, investigative border reporter, KPBS
    • Andrew Dyer, military and veterans affairs reporter, KPBS
    • Bella Ross, social media producer, Voice of San Diego, @bellamayaross
    • Jake Gotta, social media reporter and host, Public Matters, KPBS, @jakegotta


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    46 mins
  • Goodbye to free parking?; National City questions how police should respond to mental health crises
    Jun 6 2025

    This week, the San Diego City Council passed new rules for street parking in the city. We discuss what it means for the state of free Sunday parking, parking in Balboa Park and more.

    Plus, a KPBS investigation looks into three separate civil rights lawsuits in National City brought by the families of people who died after police officers confronted them. We talk through questions over how police should respond to people experiencing mental health crises.

    Then, our weekly roundup of some feel-good stories from the week.

    Guests:
    • Andrew Bowen, metro reporter, KPBS
    • David Garrick, reporter, The San Diego Union-Tribune
    • Kori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBS


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  • New ADU rules; SDUSD waters down graduation standards
    May 30 2025

    The city of San Diego's ADU bonus program may be undergoing some big changes. A new KPBS investigation looks into how the proposal could prevent construction in the city's whitest, wealthiest neighborhoods.

    Then, the San Diego Unified School District is easing its graduation requirements. We discuss what the changes mean for students' access to higher education.

    Plus, the weekly roundup of other stories from the week.

    Guests:
    • Andrew Bowen, metro reporter, KPBS
    • Jacob McWhinney, education reporter, Voice of San Diego
    • Ashley Rusch, producer, KPBS


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    46 mins
  • Plane crash aftermath; police overtime pay; winemaking in Valle de Guadalupe
    May 23 2025

    We get the latest on Thursday's early morning plane crash and its impact on San Diego's military community.

    Then, a KPBS investigation into San Diego's highest-paid city employees: cops, and why one officer is making $430,000.

    Plus, a deep dive into Baja's Valle de Guadalupe as a winemaking hub in our region, and what it's like to be a travel writer.

    Guests:

    • Andrew Dyer, military and veteran affairs reporter, KPBS
    • Scott Rodd, investigative reporter, KPBS
    • Michele Bigley, freelance journalist


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    46 mins
  • Breaking down the city budget; Newsom urges CA cities to ban homeless encampments
    May 16 2025

    This week, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria released his revised annual budget. We break down what's getting more funding and what programs are facing cuts.

    Then, we discuss Gov. Gavin Newsom's push for California cities and counties to ban homeless encampments. All 18 cities in San Diego County have some sort of camping ban. We break down how the governor's "model ordinance" could affect local policies.

    Plus, we discuss more stories from a busy news week on The Roundup.

    Guests:

    • Andrew Bowen, metro reporter, KPBS
    • Marisa Kendall, homelessness reporter, CalMatters
    • Ashley Rusch, producer, KPBS


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    44 mins
  • Proposed tariffs may impact San Diego's farm industry, California high speed rail inches along
    May 9 2025

    The Trump administration’s proposed tariffs are sowing apprehension in the San Diego region’s robust farming sector. Many farmers are taking a wait and see approach, but the impacts could be far-reaching.

    Plus, California’s high speed rail ambitions have been scaled back significantly in recent years. Yet it’s still billions over budget and no tracks have been laid. We discuss what’s really slowing down the project.

    Then, we talk about more stories from the week on The Roundup.

    Guests:
    • John Carroll, reporter and anchor, KPBS
    • John Branch, features reporter, New York Times
    • Jacob Aere, reporter and producer, KPBS


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    46 mins