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The Origins of California
Episode 314
How did California become the Golden State? It's a story that includes conquistadors, missionaries, gold miners, railroad builders and tourists, to name a few.
Don is joined by Michael Hiltzik, author of 'Golden State: The Making of California', to explore the history of the home of one in eight Americans.
Produced by Sophie Gee. Edited by Tim Arstall. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long.
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