Elk Grove News Podcasts
531 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★ - 3 ratingsThis is the podcast channel of www.ElkGroveNews.net - home to the Elk Grove News Minute and Elk Grove News Podcast. Elk Grove California's independent, non-corporate voice. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
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Forget oversight, they'll be her puppets on a string
January 28, 2023 00:04 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBElk Grove voters approved Measure E, which increased consumer taxes by at least 23 million dollars annually. As part of the Measure, Mayor Bobbie Singh Allen and her four councilmen promised to form a citizen’s oversight committee. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Dystopia Now
January 24, 2023 00:02 - 1 minute - 1020 KBA popular genre of science fiction in literature and movies is about dystopian futures. There is an innate curiosity to ponder how bad things could become. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Elk Grove’s Measure E on super steroids
January 21, 2023 14:31 - 1 minute - 1020 KBThis week, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is pushing a vote on his so-called fair tax proposal. The fair tax scheme is anything but. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Our contributors will keep an eye on their shenanigans
January 14, 2023 04:46 - 2 minutes - 2 MBThis week Elk Grove News marked its 15th anniversary. The website was launched on January 11, 2008. It was not launched as a money-making endeavor, for popularity purposes, or to have the most followers or likes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
'It’s the NFL’s world, the rest of us just live in it'
January 07, 2023 15:21 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBThis week Americans held their breath after learning about the injury of NFL player Damar Hamlin. The Buffalo Bills player suffered cardiac arrest on the field, and is thankfully recovering. The incident is a reminder of the life threatening risks for football players on all levels. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
It was the truth that caught up with him
December 31, 2022 15:15 - 1 minute - 1020 KBPoliticians telling lies is nothing new, but a recent case has broken new ground. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
The answer to that question is already known
December 24, 2022 14:29 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBA couple of critical lessons attorneys learn are always to collect your client’s fee upfront, and when litigating, never ask a question you don’t know the answer to. This brings us to Elk Grove's two new city council members, Rod Brewer and Sergio Robles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Ya Gotta be Schmittin' Me - Memories of Schmitt Family Christmases Past
December 22, 2022 18:53 - 7 minutes - 6.89 MBBy Dan Schmitt | Last week, my wife and I, along with two friends Steve and Linda, saw the play “The Lost Claus” at the B Street Theater in midtown Sacramento. It was a delightful comedy about Santa, who is progressively being slowed down by the weight of living nearly 2000 years, and his elves, who are becoming increasingly exasperated by the burden of having to make more and more Christmas presents each year. A couple of days later, while on my morning walk, I thought about the play, and...
The ultimate hypocritical snowflake!
December 17, 2022 12:49 - 1 minute - 1.08 MBThe term snowflake has been widely used by conservatives to denigrate liberals. When using this term, the implication is someone is as fragile as a snowflake. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Something that has Democrats salivating
December 10, 2022 02:13 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBDonald Trump suffered another blow this week with Raphael Warnock’s reelection. It’s significant because statewide Georgia Republicans not tied to Trump were easily elected. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Prepare for a fraught 2024 Presidential election
December 03, 2022 14:48 - 1 minute - 1 MBIn an earlier program, we discussed an important case to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court, Moore versus Harper. That case will be heard next week. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
What we are thankful for in 2022
November 24, 2022 06:02 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBDuring 2022, there were many things to be thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
More Than Three Minutes Podcast - For transparency, establish a separate fund for Measure E revenues
November 21, 2022 15:31 - 2 minutes - 2.24 MBElk Grove voters have approved Measure E, a one percent sales tax increase for most purchases in the city. Elected officials and city executives made many promises, but will taxpayers know how the money is being spent on their behalf? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
It's looking like a done deal
November 19, 2022 09:52 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBElk Grove City elected officials and bureaucrats have enjoyed a red-letter week. First, the city hit the jackpot with the approval of Measure E, which means a quarter of a billion dollars over the next ten years. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
They exemplify the best traditions of American Democracy and elections
November 12, 2022 11:41 - 1 minute - 1.07 MBWhile election reporting typically highlights winning candidates, what about those who did not prevail? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Discussion with former Elk Grove Mayor Steve Ly on elections, mailers, and voting
November 05, 2022 21:59 - 17 minutes - 26.8 MBAs the 2022 elections draw to a close and candidates await the results of several close races, we met with former Elk Grove Mayor Steve Ly. On this edition of Elk Grove News podcasts, we discuss this and more with the Ly, like many of us, has been watching this election cycle with keen interest. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Voters and democracy are better served with more choices
November 05, 2022 11:36 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBIn California’s top two systems, all four candidates in the State Senate District 10 and Assembly District 10 are Democrats. No third party, much less any Republican candidates are to be found. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Just another self-serving gas bag politician full of hot air
November 01, 2022 12:23 - 1 minute - 2.01 MBEven though he is not on the November ballot, former Elk Grove Mayor Steve Ly's 2020 controversy is a campaign issue, and ironically one candidate is being bludgeoned over it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
In his own words - Elk Grove City Council District 4 candidate Giezi Bermudez
October 30, 2022 20:24 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBThis year, the will be at least two new Elk Grove City Council members. For certain, there will be new representatives in District 2 and District 4. Last week District 4 candidates Giezi Bermudez and Sergio Robles were invited to make a recording regarding their candidacies. Below you will find the submission by Mr. Bermudez. Mr. Robles did not respond to an email invitation to participate in the voter education event. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/el...
Ya Gotta Be Schmittin’ Me - Lies, Voting, and Democracy
October 30, 2022 17:13 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBIt is very clear to me that we are in the process of losing our 233-year-old experiment in democracy. The Republican Party, led by Donald Trump, is attempting to systematically unravel our nation’s democracy and replace it with a one-party government that can remain in power indefinitely. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
It's not about the workers, it’s all about the dead presidents
October 29, 2022 03:48 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBThis week, the Elk Grove City Council a Community Workforce and Training Agreement, which is really a PLA - project labor agreement. But how deep is union support? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
SMUD Ward 4 candidates in their own words - Derek Cressman
October 27, 2022 17:12 - 1 minute - 879 KBMany Elk Grove residents live in Sacramento Municipal Utility District, Ward 4. This year, Ward 4 voters can choose between challenger Derek Cressman and incumbent Rosanna Herber. Both candidates were invited and submitted audio messages about their respective campaigns. We thank Mr. Cressman and Ms. Herber for focusing on their campaigns and participating. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
SMUD Ward 4 candidates in their own words - Rosanna Herber
October 27, 2022 17:03 - 1 minute - 1.84 MBMany Elk Grove residents live in Sacramento Municipal Utility District, Ward 4. This year, Ward 4 voters can choose between incumbent Rosanna Herber and challenger Derek Cressman. Both candidates were invited and submitted audio messages about their respective campaigns. We thank Mr. Cressman and Ms. Herber for focusing on their campaigns and participating. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Like the Hindenburg, this political ascension will crash and burn
October 22, 2022 12:29 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBElk Grove voters have at least four competitive races this election cycle, including State Senate District 8, Assembly District 10, Sacramento Supervisor District 5, and two city council races. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Elk Grove City Council District 2 candidate Michelle Kile
October 21, 2022 19:12 - 14 minutes - 18.9 MBThis year, Elk Grove will have at least two new city council members representing Districts 2 and 4. In this three-part Elk Grove News Podcasts series, we are interviewing the three District 2 candidates. In this edition, we talk with Michelle Kile. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Elk Grove City Council District 2 candidate Michelle Kile
October 21, 2022 19:08 - 14 minutes - 18.9 MBThis year, Elk Grove will have at least two new city council members representing Districts 2 and 4. In this three-part Elk Grove News Podcasts series, we are interviewing the three District 2 candidates. In this edition, we talk with Michelle Kile. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Elk Grove City Council District 2 candidate Rod Brewer
October 20, 2022 17:45 - 16 minutes - 22 MBThis year, Elk Grove will have at least two new city council members representing Districts 2 and 4. In this three-part Elk Grove News Podcasts series, we are interviewing the three District 2 candidates. In this edition, we talk with Rod Brewer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elk-grove-news/support
Elk Grove City Council District 2 candidate Felipe Martin
October 19, 2022 18:38 - 16 minutes - 20.6 MBThis year, Elk Grove will have at least two new city council members representing Districts 2 and 4. In this three-part Elk Grove News Podcasts series we are interviewing the three District 2 candidates. In this edition, we talk with Felipe Martin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Will Any Heads Roll at City Hall?
October 15, 2022 03:38 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBThis was a crummy week for the City of Elk Grove, Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen and her city council, and several candidates. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Rob the poor to pay the rich
October 07, 2022 13:11 - 1 minute - 1.03 MBNext week ballots arrive, and there is a critical item for Elk Grove voters. That would be Measure E, another City of Elk Grove scheme. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Measure A is nothing but a Trojan horse
October 01, 2022 02:46 - 1 minute - 1.08 MBSacramento County voters are being asked to approve an $8.3 billion tax hike this fall. Who are the real beneficiaries? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
To paraphrase Jack Benny, Happy 39th Birthday They
September 24, 2022 13:08 - 1 minute - 1.07 MBElk Grove News net has been around for almost 15 years, and during that time, we established a solid dozen readers. Among these dozen, there is one reader who has become our researcher. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
To paraphrase Jack Benny, Happy 39th Birthday They!
September 23, 2022 13:32 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBElk Grove News net has been around for almost 15 years, and during that time, we established a solid dozen readers. Among these dozen, there is one reader who has become our researcher. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Town hall forum California Assembly District 10 candidate Stephanie Nguyen
September 23, 2022 04:38 - 38 minutes - 29.7 MBOn Thursday, September 22, the Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association – APAPA – co-hosted a town hall forum featuring California Assembly District 10 candidate Elk Grove City Council member Stephanie Nguyen. The town hall was held at APAPAs Sacramento office. On this edition of Elk Grove News Podcast, we have a recording of the forum, which featured Nguyen answering a series of questions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-ne...
Returning us to their version of the 'good old days'
September 17, 2022 13:45 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBOver the last 60 years, much has changed in American life, most of it for the good. Bur recent actions by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Texas Governor Greg Abbott harken to less enlightened times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Interview with Elk Grove Unified School District Area 2 candidate Michael Vargas
September 16, 2022 11:45 - 17 minutes - 27.2 MBThis year, there will be at least one new member on the Elk Grove Unified School District Board of Trustees. In this edition of Elk Grove News Podcast, we speak with Michael Vargas who is one of two candidates running for the open seat in Area 2 This interview was recorded on Thursday September 15. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elk-grove-news/support
Has the time arrived for a change in leadership?
September 10, 2022 09:19 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBNotwithstanding the COVID 19 pandemic negative effects on children’s academic progress, the Elk Grove Unified School District is running amuck. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Elk Grove – The three-tier city
September 03, 2022 04:03 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBWith the late summer heat wave, Elk Grove is operating a cooling center at the district 56 facility where participants must have face coverings. But is there consistency in how the city treats those less fortunate? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
What comes between a developer and their cash?
August 27, 2022 14:17 - 1 minute - 943 KBA regular Elk Grove News commenter noted it could be decades before the Southeast Connector Highway arrives in Elk Grove. It’s a fair point. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
$230 million over 10 years can go a long way
August 20, 2022 12:59 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBThe week the Elk Grove City Council held a special meeting and workshop on the proposed relocation of the Sacramento Zoo. The workshop was a wish list opportunity for participants. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Sacramento Zoo relocation project workshop, Elk Grove City Council meeting
August 18, 2022 19:32 - 44 minutes - 34.4 MBOn Wednesday, August 17th, the City of Elk Grove held a special city council meeting and workshop on the proposed relocation of the Sacramento Zoo to Elk Grove. The session lasted about two hours, which included about an hour of workshop activities. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
American boys in Italy, Part II
August 17, 2022 18:01 - 10 minutes - 8.93 MBBy Dan Schmitt | Breakfast eaten and the bus boarded, Alberto stood on the sidewalk outside the hotel, face expressionless, and waved to us in a rather perfunctory manner followed by a low, tepid “Ciao.” At that moment, it seemed a more dejected man in all of Italy would have been impossible to find. On the other hand, Dario, our bus driver seemed eager to point out his countries many treasures. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Don’t get hoodwinked…again.
August 13, 2022 13:57 - 1 minute - 999 KBThe City of Elk Grove has entered negotiations with Houston-based Hines Interests for development of the mixed-use Project Elevate on Elk Grove Boulevard. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Be on the lookout for the term Article Five
August 06, 2022 13:15 - 1 minute - 1.02 MBNotwithstanding Donald Trump’s dangerous cult, another threat looms for American democracy. An under the radar movement is seeking a so-called article five constitutional convention. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Is the Elk Grove City Council compassionate, cowardly or just 5 WASPs?
August 02, 2022 03:58 - 29 minutes - 28.1 MBIn January 2020, The City of Elk Grove, California became a compassionate city. At least on paper. During their January 8th meeting, the Sacramento suburb issued a proclamation advanced by a group called Compassionate Elk Grove. On this edition of Elk Grove News Podcast, we will take a look at Elk Grove’s proclamation of compassion through a specific lens. That lens was the Elk Grove City Council July 27, 2022 denial of a supportive housing project meant to assist over 60 people to transit...
The Mayor. Elk Grove City Council's tone deafness was astonishing
July 30, 2022 13:19 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBAs expected, this week the Elk Grove City Council rejected a supportive housing project to lift people out of homelessness. Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen, Vice Mayor Darren Suen and Council members Pat Hume, Stephanie Nguyen and Kevin Spease exposed their political cowardice and kowtowed to fear and ignorance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
Address this before a real tragedy happens
July 23, 2022 11:21 - 1 minute - 1.02 MBPreviously we called Elk Grove a hick town because we are a semi urban community riddled with railroad crossings. Railroad crossing gate malfunctions are now a regular occurrence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
American boys in Italy, Part I
July 20, 2022 17:12 - 8 minutes - 7.06 MBBy Dan Schmitt | In 1867, Mark Twain journeyed a year throughout Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East. During his travels, Twain wrote a collection of letters which were later to become one of his more important books, The Innocents Abroad. Towards the end of the book, Twain mused about the value of travel with these words, "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of me...
Back in the USSR
July 15, 2022 17:44 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBOklahoma Senator James Lankford is blocking proposed federal legislation protecting interstate travel for abortions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support
The future of our democracy, as we have known it, it at risk
July 09, 2022 13:34 - 1 minute - 1.07 MBRepublican are expected to retake Congress during the 2022 mid-terms. The party in the White House usually loses seat. But not always. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elk-grove-news/support