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E341: Insightful Conversation with Assemblymember Marc Berman
SacTown Talks - June 24, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett interviews Assemblyman Marc Berman, who shares his journey from Palo Alto to Sacramento. Asm. Berman discusses his early life, education at Georgetown and USC, and experiences working on political campaigns across the country. He recounts his path t...
E340: Jennifer Saha on Navigating Government Procurement and Technology
SacTown Talks - June 17, 2024 13:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett Blonien welcomes Jennifer Saha, Founder and CEO of Golden Bridge Strategies. Jennifer shares her extensive background in government service and her transition to the private sector. She discusses her career journey from working in the Governor's office ...
E339: Exploring the Rich History and Daily Life at the California State Capitol with David Bowman
SacTown Talks - June 10, 2024 13:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett speaks with the voice of the Assembly, David Bowman, about the intricacies and history of the California State Capitol. They discuss dining at the Capitol, changes in the legislature's working environment, and the renovations of the Capitol building...
E338:Resilience and Policy: The Journey of Assembly Member Isaac Bryan
SacTown Talks - June 03, 2024 13:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, we sit down with Assembly Member Isaac Bryan, discussing his unique background growing up in a foster care family, his journey through multiple states, and his eventual relocation to California. Bryan reflects on the influence of key life events, from getting cu...
E337: Navigating the Future of Energy with Chevron's Andy Walls
SacTown Talks - May 27, 2024 13:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett hosts Andy Walls, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about the energy sector, Chevron's role, and the future of fuel. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, which took him and his family around the globe, from San D...
E337: Navigating the Future of Energy with Chevron's Andy Walz
SacTown Talks - May 27, 2024 13:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett hosts Andy Walz, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about the energy sector, Chevron's role, and the future of fuel. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, which took him and his family around the globe, from San Di...
E336:California Politics and Legislative Insights with Assembly Member Rebecca
SacTown Talks - May 20, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett Blonien welcomes Assembly Member Rebecca Bauer-Kahan to discuss a range of topics from her personal background to her legislative work in California. Bauer-Kahan reflects on her undergraduate experience at the University of Pennsylvania, her thoughts on ...
E336: California Politics and Legislative Insights with Assembly Member Rebecca Bauer-Kahan
SacTown Talks - May 20, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett Blonien welcomes Assembly Member Rebecca Bauer-Kahan to discuss a range of topics from her personal background to her legislative work in California. Bauer-Kahan reflects on her undergraduate experience at the University of Pennsylvania, her thoughts on ...
E335: A Comprehensive Insight into Senator Bill Dodd's Legislative Journey
SacTown Talks - May 13, 2024 13:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThis episode of SacTown Talks features a detailed conversation with Senator Bill Dodd, covering his decade-long political career, contributions, and views on various issues affecting California. Senator Dodd discusses his transition from business to politics, his achievements including the passa...
E334: Innovating Policy Analysis with AI: The Plural Story
SacTown Talks - May 06, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThis episode of SacTown Talks features an engaging conversation with Damola Ogundipe, co-founder and CEO of Plural, a company dedicated to improving the analysis of public policy documents through technology. Damola discusses the inception of Plural, its focus on utilizing artificial intelligenc...
E333: Exploring the Challenges of California's Safety Net Hospitals with Anne McLeod
SacTown Talks - April 29, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThis episode of SacTown Talks features Anne McLeod from the Private Essential Access Community Hospitals (PEACH) discussing the role and challenges of safety net hospitals in California. The state has about 440 hospitals, with roughly 90 designated as safety net hospitals serving vulnerable popu...
E332: Legal Recourse and Court Deference in Government with Chris Micheli
SacTown Talks - April 22, 2024 13:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsIn this episode of SacTown Talks, Chris Micheli, a seasoned Attorney, Lobbyist, Author, & Professor shares insights into his move back to solo practice, his writing process for books and manuals aimed at simplifying complex legislative and lobbying processes, and his observations on changes in l...
E331: Election Insights and Voter Disconnect in California - A Deep Dive with Adam Probolsky
SacTown Talks - April 15, 2024 13:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome Adam Probolsky, a renowned pollster from Probolsky Research, discusses the recent election outcomes, voter sentiments, and the apparent disconnect between Californian policymakers' progressivism and the electorate's views. This episode was recorded on 4/10/2024 SacTown Talks i...
E330: Beyond the Wheel - Navigating Autonomous Vehicles with Adam Kovacevich
SacTown Talks - April 08, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome Adam Kovacevich, CEO and founder of the Chamber of Progress. We discuss the founding of the Chamber of Progress, the evolution of tech policy, the potential of autonomous vehicles, safety concerns, employment impact, the future of AV technology and more. This episode was record...
E329: Building High-Performance Leaders with Nick Warner
SacTown Talks - April 01, 2024 13:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome Nick Warner of Nick Warner Consulting. After 30 years of experience in lobbying, Warner is a dedicated business coach, and hosts his own podcast 'Together at the Top'. We discuss the value of mentorship, meaningful client connections, the significance of personal development, po...
E328: From Housing to Human Rights - Assemblymember Chris Ward on Shaping the Future
SacTown Talks - March 25, 2024 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome to the program Assemblymember Chris Ward. Ward represents AD78, serves as Chair of the Assembly Housing, the Community Development Committee, as well as the Select Committee on Biotechnology. We discuss housing affordability, homelessness, utility pricing, elder scams and more. ...
E327: A New Era of Politics - Assemblymember Alex Lee on Change, Challenges, and Progress
SacTown Talks - March 18, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome to the program, Assemblymember Alex Lee. Lee represents Assembly District 24 and currently serves as Chair of the Committee on Human Services, the Select Committee on Social Housing, and the Legislative Progressive Caucus. We discuss voter enthusiasm, LGBTQ+ rights, tax policies...
E326: Exploring the Legislative Process - A Chief of Staff Perspective
SacTown Talks - March 11, 2024 13:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome to the program Aaron Vad, Chief of Staff to Assemblyman Connolly. Vad is one of the youngest staffers to hold a Chief of Staff position. We discuss Aaron's journey in politics, the challenges and rewards of working in the Capitol, the importance of communication and networking, ...
E325: Housing, Infrastructure, and the Work Ahead with Assemblymember Aguiar-Curry
SacTown Talks - March 04, 2024 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back to the program Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry. Aguiar-Curry represents the 4th California Assembly District. We discuss local housing, public infrastructure, mental health, supporting families and more. This episode was recorded 2/22/2024 SacTown Talks is a podcast a...
E324: Journey to the State Senate - The Christopher Cabaldon Story
SacTown Talks - February 26, 2024 14:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome former Mayor of West Sacramento, and current Senate candidate, Christopher Cabaldon. Cabaldon is running for Senate District 3. We discuss Cabaldon's experience as Mayor of West Sac, restoring communities, economic development, climate protection, education and more. This ep...
E323: One Year in The Capitol with Andrew Nickens
SacTown Talks - February 19, 2024 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back, now full-time staffer for Senator Brian Dahle, Andrew Nickens. Nickens is a UC Davis graduate and has already gained exposure fighting hard legislative battles, and we are following Nickens' journey in the Capitol. Today we discuss all he's learned in his first year, what ...
E322: Future of Sacramento - A Dialogue with Kevin McCarty
SacTown Talks - February 12, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back to the program, Assemblymember Kevin McCarty. McCarty, a Sacramento native, represents Assembly District 06. We discuss issues in Sacramento such as homelessness, housing, public safety, and more. This episode was recorded 1/26/2024 SacTown Talks is a podcast about Califo...
Interview with Kevin McCarty #2
SacTown Talks - February 12, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back to the program, Assemblymember Kevin McCarty. McCarty, a Sacramento native, represents Assembly District 06. We discuss issues in Sacramento such as homelessness, housing, public safety, and more. This episode was recorded 1/26/2024 SacTown Talks is a podcast about Califo...
Interview with Herby Kay
SacTown Talks - February 05, 2024 14:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome the great visionary Herby Kay to the program. Kay is the founder of the 1964 plan. We discuss Kay's journey from crime to visionary, the 1964 Plan, issues in crime, drug legalization, homelessness and more. This episode was recorded 1/24/2024 SacTown Talks is a podcast about C...
E321: Addressing Societal Issues through the 1964 Plan - An Interview with Herby Kay
SacTown Talks - February 05, 2024 14:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome the great visionary Herby Kay to the program. Kay is the founder of the 1964 plan. We discuss Kay's journey from crime to visionary, the 1964 Plan, issues in crime, drug legalization, homelessness and more. This episode was recorded 1/24/2024 SacTown Talks is a podcast about C...
E320: Revitalizing San Francisco's Downtown - A Conversation with Assemblymember Matt Haney
SacTown Talks - January 29, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome Assemblymember Matt Haney to the program. Haney represents AD 17. We discuss Haney’s path to politics, issues in San Francisco such as Fentanyl, housing, as well as a look ahead to goals for 2024. This episode was recorded 1/10/2024 SacTown Talks is a podcast about California ...
Interview with Lance Hastings #2
SacTown Talks - January 22, 2024 14:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back to the program Lance Hastings, President and CEO of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association. We discuss the artificial intelligence, the future of technology, California manufacturing and more. This episode was recorded 1/09/2023 SacTown Talks is a podcast a...
E319: Manufacturing Matters - An Interview with Lance Hastings
SacTown Talks - January 22, 2024 14:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back to the program Lance Hastings, President and CEO of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association. We discuss the artificial intelligence, the future of technology, California manufacturing and more. This episode was recorded 1/09/2023 SacTown Talks is a podcast a...
Interview with Kristina Bas Hamilton #2
SacTown Talks - January 15, 2024 14:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we welcome back Kristina Bas Hamilton, of KBH Advocacy, to the program. Hamilton also hosts her own podcast, Blueprint for California Advocates. We discuss Hamilton’s current focuses, the affordability crisis, organizing, the California Budget and more. This episode was recorded 1/08/2024...
Flashback: Interview with Marie Alvarado-Gil
SacTown Talks - January 08, 2024 14:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday we revisit our episode with Senator Alvarado-Gil from May 2023. Alvarado-Gil represents Senate District 4 and serves as State Commissioner for Special Education. The Senator and Jarhett had a fantastic discussion on education, fentanyl, public safety, and more. This episode was origina...
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