Podcast Episodes

Trump Takes Office Again

As Donald Trump is sworn in as president for the second time, we hear from Bay Area residents and officials about their hopes and fears for the next 4 years.

Special thanks to Azul Dahlstrom-Eckman, J…

Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago

Incarcerated Firefighters Seeking Work After Release Still Face Barriers

The wildfires in Los Angeles County have placed renewed attention on the dangerous, low-wage work of California’s inmate firefighters. In 2021, a new law aimed to help formerly incarcerated people ge…

Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago

Can Speed Cameras Help Reduce Traffic Deaths?

Starting in March, San Francisco will have speed cameras at 33 different locations throughout the city. Many advocates and city officials hope these cameras will help improve road safety in San Franc…

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

‘A Tragedy Waiting to Happen’: Oakland Shutters 2 Fire Stations

Wildfires in Los Angeles have brought fire department budgets under scrutiny. In Oakland, the recent closures of two fire stations in the city’s hills have left firefighters warning of a tragedy wait…

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

To Tackle Addiction, Medi-Cal Now Covers Native Healing Practices

Starting this month, Medi-Cal has expanded coverage to include traditional healing practices like music therapy, rituals and ceremonial dances to support those suffering from addiction. For years, Na…

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

Immigrants With Temporary Protected Status Brace for Trump 2.0

The Bay Area is home to thousands of people with Temporary Protected Status, or TPS. Immigrants with TPS are provided a temporary shield from deportation and a work permit as a result of upheaval in …

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

Vallejo’s New Mayor Wants to Turn ‘Potential Into Progress’

On Tuesday, Vallejo will swear in its new mayor. Andrea Sorce, chair of the city’s Surveillance Advisory Board and co-founder of the ACLU’s Solano County chapter,  won by running as a political outsi…

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

An Exit Interview with San Francisco Mayor London Breed

Next week, San Francisco mayor London Breed will pass the baton off to mayor-elect Daniel Lurie.  Breed led the city through most of the first Donald Trump presidency, the COVID-19 pandemic and its a…

Published on 1 year ago

Best of 2024: The A's Last Game in Oakland

Sept. 26 marked the A’s last game in Oakland. Next season they’ll play in Sacramento ahead of a planned move to Las Vegas, after more than 50 years representing The Town. Today, we share the sights a…

Published on 1 year ago

Best of 2024: An Evening at San Jose’s Story Road Night Market

This holiday season, we’re sharing our favorite episodes of 2024. Producer Jessica Kariisa’s pick is our episode featuring San Jose’s Story Road Night Market in the Little Saigon neighborhood.

This ep…

Published on 1 year ago