Best Corridos Podcasts (2024)

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New Generation Of Mexican Singers Embrace Corridos 11:30

1d ago11:30

11:30

Peso Pluma’s new album Éxodo just dropped and it hit the Billboard 200. The artist sings corridos, a type of Mexican traditional music that was once relegated to Spanish language radio. But today, a younger generation of artists like Peso Pluma and Xavi are bringing the music into the mainstream. And California's demographic change is helping to fu…

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California At A Climate Crossroads 11:44

1h ago11:44

11:44

California has strong, clean air and clean energy goals that are currently aligned with federal policy. Arguably, the state has never had so much climate momentum. And now, with Kamala Harris poised as the Democratic standard bearer, the Golden State could see one of its own in the White House. Harris has spent much of her career working on environ…

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Can Harris' Likely Nomination Translate To More South Asian Political Power? 11:43

2h ago11:43

11:43

Kamala Harris is the first Black and Asian American woman to ever serve as vice president. And now, Harris will likely be the first person of South Asian descent to lead a major party's presidential ticket. This comes as there's a growing grassroots movement to empower these communities to take part in the democratic process. Guest: Taher Hasanali,…

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What Kamala Harris Means To Mixed Race California Family 11:44

28m ago11:44

11:44

The phrase "representation matters" might sound trite, but it's true and meaningful. Bay Area resident Joti Singh says the possibility of a Kamala Harris presidency means something to her young daughters, who like Harris, are also of Black and South Asian descent. Reporters: Sasha Khokha & Marisa Lagos, KQED Kamala Harris' rise to the possible Demo…

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California Reacts To Joe Biden Dropping Out Of Presidential Race 11:26

33m ago11:26

11:26

In a historic announcement, President Joe Biden announced Sunday he's ending his reelection campaign. The president endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to run in his place as the Democratic presidential nominee. Guest: Marisa Lagos, KQED Most California delegates were quick to voice their support for Kamala Harris as the next Democratic Party nom…

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Can GOP Maintain Momentum In California Following National Convention? 11:25

3h ago11:25

11:25

The Republican National Convention came to an end Thursday night with a speech from GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump. The Trump campaign is gaining momentum as we head to November. But will the national GOP agenda resonate in deeply blue California, particularly in a region that had long been a GOP stronghold, Orange County? Guest: Kaitlyn Sch…

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California Delegation Has Reason For Hope At Republican National Convention 13:41

2h ago13:41

13:41

The Republican National Convention wraps up Thursday night in Milwaukee with a speech from presidential nominee Donald Trump. The talk around the convention this week is the importance of congressional races in California, and how the state can be involved in the GOP's national agenda. Guest: Guy Marzorati, KQED A state ballot measure set to go bef…

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Migrants Seeking Asylum In San Diego Often Experiencing Homelessness 11:31

4h ago11:31

11:31

For most migrants and asylum seekers, San Diego is not a final destination. It's a layover. But more migrants are choosing to stay in San Diego. And many are becoming homeless. Reporter: Gustavo Solis, KPBS California will have to build public charging stations at an unprecedented — and some experts say unrealistic — pace to meet the needs of the m…

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Fontana's New Street Vending Law Has Mixed Results 11:36

4h ago11:36

11:36

Last year, the city of Fontana hired a private contractor to help enforce its strict new street vending law. Officials say it’s working. But some vendors say the crackdown is affecting their livelihoods. Reporter: Anthony Victoria, KVCR California delegates to the Republican National Convention are cheering former president Donald Trump's pick of O…

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In Wildfire Prone Community, Many Residents Have A Reason To Stay 11:27

4h ago11:27

11:27

As a fast-moving fire broke out over the hills near the town of Mariposa earlier this month, residents rushed out of their homes. The French Fire started on the Fourth of July, and was the latest fire to hit so close to the town. And for residents, fire is becoming a part of life. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR California Republicans are in Milwauk…

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California State Fair To Allow Sale And Consumption Of Cannabis For First Time 11:44

2d ago11:44

11:44

The California State Fair kicks off this week in Sacramento. This year's State Fair will have something new that no state fair in the U.S. has ever had. For the first time, marijuana sales and on-site consumption will be allowed. Guest: James Leitz, Executive Producer of the State Fair’s cannabis competition and exhibit As calls continue from some …

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California Almond Growers' Struggles Could be Buzzkill for PNW Beekeepers 11:44

3d ago11:44

11:44

Uprooting Almond Trees in California Could Impact Bees’ Ability to Pollinate Fruit Trees Further North Yesterday we told you how over-production in California's almond industry was hurting local growers, with some resorting to uprooting almond trees to maintain their livelihoods. That’s been a buzzkill for some beekeepers in the Pacific Northwest. …

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Many California Almond Growers Struggling To Stay Afloat 11:37

4d ago11:37

11:37

In the last decade, almonds have turned up everywhere. Even at the Super Bowl, where a commercial showed actor Jeremy Renner supercharged by almond milk. Even so, California almond producers have been struggling. Growers have in some ways been the victims of their own success - although the outlook might be improving. Reporter: Kerry Klein, KVPR A …

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California To Test Road Charge Program 11:29

5d ago11:29

11:29

The state uses the billions raised from the gas tax every year to pay for the constant work of freeway and highway maintenance and new road construction. But the gas tax faces a reckoning. Newer vehicles are ever-more fuel efficient, meaning less revenue is raised from taxing the fuel that’s pumped into them. So the state could eventually move to a…

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The History Of Breaking Here In California 11:48

8d ago11:48

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Breakdancing has been part of American culture for decades. Introduced in the Bronx in the 1970’s, it's synonymous with the birth of hip hop in this country. And it's about to be in the spotlight again this summer. For the first time, breaking will be a sport in the Summer Olympics in Paris. While New York has long been the home of breakdancing and…

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California Has Abundant Swimming Locations To Explore 11:32

19d ago11:32

11:32

Now that we're in the heart of summer, and given that this is California, probably a lot of us are going to go to the beach and plunge ourselves into the Pacific, or maybe will splash into a backyard or public swimming pool. But in California's wilderness areas, there are lots of other places to find bliss in the water, like lakes, waterfalls, pond…

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A Look At California's New State Mushroom 11:49

23d ago11:49

11:49

California now has an official state mushroom. The designation went into effect this year thanks to a new law signed by Governor Newsom. The Californian Golden Chanterelle was chosen in a poll by the California Institute for Biodiversity which pitted five other mushrooms against the winning chanterelle. Reporter: Danielle Venton, KQED Learn more ab…

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Project Looks To Unfold True Count Of Latinos Killed By Police 11:37

11d ago11:37

11:37

More than 6400 Latinos died in police confrontations or in police custody between 2000 and 2022. That's according to La Raza Database project, which seeks to uncover the true number of Latinos who have died in violent confrontations with police. Still, the project's researchers say that number is likely much higher. Guests: Roberto Camacho, Reporte…

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Restaurants Still Allowed To Have Service Fees On Checks 11:45

25d ago11:45

11:45

Starting Monday, a new law goes into effect in California that will require businesses to disclose all costs up front. Basically a ban on so-called junk fees. This would impact the next time you stay at a hotel, buy concert tickets, or book a short term rental, as you should in theory, know the entire price beforehand. Restaurants were supposed to …

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The First Hijab-Wearing Athlete to Attempt the Country's Oldest Ultramarathon 11:26

28d ago11:26

11:26

The program allowing Californians to borrow a state parks pass from their local library has received funding for another year. The program started in 2021 as a way to make access to state parks easier for Californians who might not be willing or able to pay 195 dollars for an annual pass. Reporter: Manola Secaira, CapRadio A woman from Michigan wil…

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Oakland Program Invests in Mobile Classroom for Homeless Students 11:17

29d ago11:17

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Hundreds of thousands of health care workers in California who’ve been expecting a minimum wage increase will have to wait until at least October to get it. The delay comes as a result of the state's new budget deal. Reporter: Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters In Oakland, nearly 20 percent of young children enrolled in Head Start are going through homeless…

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Sephora Kids Trend Draws Growing Concerns From Parents 10:24

30d ago10:24

10:24

If you’ve found yourself at a makeup store recently, especially in a mall after school, you might’ve noticed more young people around you. Like really young. Like elementary and middle school young. This is a trend and it has a name: Sephora Kids. And their purchases are doing damage to more than just their parents’ bank accounts. Reporter: Caleigh…

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Glitchy App Could Worsen Migrant Situation Under New Biden Policy 10:19

18d ago10:19

10:19

President Biden's recent executive actions point asylum seekers toward existing legal pathways. But those pathways, like the CBP One app, aren’t working for the most vulnerable migrants. Reporter: Gustavo Solis, KPBS State fire officials say so far this year, the number of acres consumed by fires in California is four times the five-year-average. M…

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California Recycling Centers Are Dwindling 10:12

25d ago10:12

10:12

Recycling centers have been shutting down across California for years. That means fewer opportunities for people to recycle their bottles and cans — and get back their deposits. And the state is sitting on hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed bottle deposits. Reporter: Scott Rodd, KPBS State leaders say they’ve reached an agreement on the s…

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FBI Raid Home Of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao 10:31

28d ago10:31

10:31

Information is still scarce regarding the FBI's raid of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's home on Thursday. It was one of a number of raids conducted by the agency in the city. School districts in California are under pressure to reduce chronic absenteeism. But getting kids back to the classroom can be a challenge for districts with limited resources. Rep…

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Shakaloza Chikago Promotions

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New Generation Of Mexican Singers Embrace Corridos 11:30

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California At A Climate Crossroads 11:44

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Can Harris' Likely Nomination Translate To More South Asian Political Power? 11:43

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What Kamala Harris Means To Mixed Race California Family 11:44

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California Reacts To Joe Biden Dropping Out Of Presidential Race 11:26

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Can GOP Maintain Momentum In California Following National Convention? 11:25

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California Delegation Has Reason For Hope At Republican National Convention 13:41

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Migrants Seeking Asylum In San Diego Often Experiencing Homelessness 11:31

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Fontana's New Street Vending Law Has Mixed Results 11:36

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In Wildfire Prone Community, Many Residents Have A Reason To Stay 11:27

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California State Fair To Allow Sale And Consumption Of Cannabis For First Time 11:44

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California Almond Growers' Struggles Could be Buzzkill for PNW Beekeepers 11:44

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Many California Almond Growers Struggling To Stay Afloat 11:37

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California To Test Road Charge Program 11:29

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The History Of Breaking Here In California 11:48

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California Has Abundant Swimming Locations To Explore 11:32

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A Look At California's New State Mushroom 11:49

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Project Looks To Unfold True Count Of Latinos Killed By Police 11:37

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Restaurants Still Allowed To Have Service Fees On Checks 11:45

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The First Hijab-Wearing Athlete to Attempt the Country's Oldest Ultramarathon 11:26

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Oakland Program Invests in Mobile Classroom for Homeless Students 11:17

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Sephora Kids Trend Draws Growing Concerns From Parents 10:24

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Glitchy App Could Worsen Migrant Situation Under New Biden Policy 10:19

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California Recycling Centers Are Dwindling 10:12

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FBI Raid Home Of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao 10:31

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