These are cross-border stories that connect us. Border people often inhabit this in-between place. From KPBS “Port of Entry” tells personal stories from this place — stories of love, hope, struggle, and survival from border crossers, fronterizxs, and other people whose lives are shaped around the wall. Rooted in San Diego and Tijuana, we are a transborder podcast for transborder people. We live life on la linea. Hosted by Alan Lilienthal and Natalie Gonzalez, written and produced by Julio C. Ortiz Franco, mixed and sound designed by Adrian Villalobos.
Port of Entry
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173 episodes
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These are cross-border stories that connect us. Border people often inhabit this in-between place. From KPBS “Port of Entry” tells personal stories from this place — stories of love, hope, struggle, and survival from border crossers, fronterizxs, and other people whose lives are shaped around the wall. Rooted in San Diego and Tijuana, we are a transborder podcast for transborder people. We live life on la linea. Hosted by Alan Lilienthal and Natalie Gonzalez, written and produced by Julio C. Ortiz Franco, mixed and sound designed by Adrian Villalobos.
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Publishing Since
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Recent Episodes
August 10, 2026
Best of KPBS Podcasts - Port of Entry & The Finest
Host KPBS explores compelling stories from "Port of Entry" and "The Finest" podcasts, offering listeners a curated selection of impactful narratives.
August 7, 2026
The art of protest: Cómo la comedia desafía fronteras
Host Alan Lilienthal interviews Tijuana-based comedian and activist Lourdes Ayón about how humor serves as a powerful tool for protest and dialogue.
July 31, 2026
The art of protest: How comedy challenges borders
Host [Host Name] interviews comedian, advocate, and lobbyist Lourdes Ayon about how comedy challenges borders and serves as a powerful form of protest.
173 total episodes available with 63 transcripts
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