Best Sactown Podcasts (2024)

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E350: Empowering the Next Generation: APICA's Mission and Impact with Melissa Sagun & Allie Umemoto 37:32

1h ago37:32

37:32

In this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett Blonien welcomes Melissa Sagun, President of the Asian Pacific Islander Capital Association (APICA), and board member Allie Umemoto. The discussion delves into APICA's history, mission, and initiatives. Melissa and Allie share their personal journeys into politics, the importance of community building …

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30 Questions about the 2024-25 Sacramento Kings, with Jerry Reynolds 1:11:11

7d ago1:11:11

1:11:11

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to break down the latest bits of Kings news (Jae Crowder, T.J. Warren, or Nassir Little, anyone?) and attempt to answer a few Sacramento Kings questions from The Kings Herald's annual 30 Questions series. Thanks for listening!…

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What we're looking forward to about the upcoming Sacramento Kings season, with Jerry Reynolds 42:55

15d ago42:55

42:55

Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras return to The Kings Herald Show to discuss the latest Kevin Huerter injury news, the 40 greatest Sacramento Kings of All-Time, Beno Udrih vs. Duane Causwell, and more. Thanks for listening!By The Kings Herald

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E349: Former Democrat Assemblymember Supports Former President Trump 50:15

10d ago50:15

50:15

In this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett Blonien speaks with former Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas about his support for Donald Trump, the current state of the Democratic Party, the economic challenges facing millennials and African American men, and the national political landscape. Sebastian shares his experiences of relocating to Neva…

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E348: From Assembly to Academia: Catharine Baker's Journey in Public Service and Policy 36:08

18d ago36:08

36:08

In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett speaks with Catharine Baker, former California Assembly member and current Director of the UC Student and Policy Center. Catharine shares her journey from growing up in Coachella Valley and cutting her teeth in Chicago politics, to working in law and then entering public service motivated by the Great Reces…

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Starting lineups, closing lineups, and the Olympics, with Jerry Reynolds 54:13

24d ago54:13

54:13

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, Tony Xypteras, and... not much to talk about. We sure know how to sell a podcast. Come for the few bits of Kings news, stay for Raygun career advice. Thanks for listening.By The Kings Herald

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Episode Title: E347: Navigating Political Law: A Conversation with Lacey Keys 36:57

26d ago36:57

36:57

In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett interviews Lacey Keys of Keys Law Corporation. They discuss her journey as a political attorney, including her educational background and career trajectory. Lacey elaborates on the nuances of political law, including registration and compliance for lobbyists, campaign finance work, and the role of the Fair …

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E346: Inside California Dairy: Sustainability, Regulations, and the Future with Michael Boccadoro 53:26

1M ago53:26

53:26

In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett speaks with Michael Boccadoro, Executive Director of California Dairy Cares, who shares his journey from a UC Davis intern to a veteran lobbyist with over 41 years of experience. Boccadoro discusses the intricate balance between environmental sustainability and economic viability in California's dairy indus…

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E345: Navigating California's Commercial Real Estate Landscape: An Interview with Matthew Hargrove 55:02

2M ago55:02

55:02

In this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett interviews Matthew Hargrove from the California Business Properties Association (C.B.P.A). Matthew shares insights into his career path from UC Davis and his extensive experience in Sacramento politics. They discuss a wide array of topics impacting the commercial real estate sector in California, inclu…

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Sacramento Kings offseason and Summer League review, with Jerry Reynolds 56:04

2M ago56:04

56:04

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to break down how the Sacramento Kings performed in Summer League, and the offseason moves Monte McNair has made so far.By The Kings Herald

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E344: The California Latino Capitol Assoc. Fndn: Building Community and Fostering Growth 32:39

2M ago32:39

32:39

In this episode of SacTown Talks, Co-Chairs Andres Ramirez and Brandon Garcia of the California Latino Capitol Association Foundation (CLCAF) join the show. They discuss their respective journeys into the political community in Sacramento—Andres starting in lobbying and Brandon discovering the field almost by accident. Both highlight the significan…

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E343: Inside the California Legislative Black Staff Association with Symphoni Barbee and Kapri Walker 38:29

2M ago38:29

38:29

In this episode of SacTown Talks, members of the California Legislative Black Staff Association (CLBSA) and co-chairs, Symphoni Barbee and Kapri Walker, share their journeys and experiences. Symphoni discusses her role as a legislative advocate for Planned Parenthood and her entrance into the CLBSA. Kapri outlines her transition from working in the…

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DeMar DeRozan, Devin Carter, and the Kings offseason so far, with Jerry Reynolds 33:09

2M ago33:09

33:09

Will Griffith and Jerry Reynolds are back for an abbreviated episode of The Kings Herald Show to check in on Monte McNair's offseason thus far, including the DeMar DeRozan acquisition, the Devin Carter draft selection, Harrison Barnes' exit, the Davion Mitchell trade, how the new-look Kings stack up against the rest of the Western Conference, and m…

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E342: Chevron's Andy Walz Discusses Why Is Gasoline More Expensive in California Compared to Other States. 39:58

3M ago39:58

39:58

In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarrett welcomes Andy Walz, President of Chevron of the Americas, for an in-depth conversation about California's role in the energy sector. Andy shares his 35-year journey with Chevron, discussing the global assignments he's experienced. He elaborates on the responsibilities of his current position, overseeing dow…

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2024 NBA Draft Preview, with Jerry Reynolds and Bryant West 1:17:55

3M ago1:17:55

1:17:55

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Bryant West, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to preview the 2024 NBA Draft, and break down some of the different ways the Sacramento Kings can improve this summer.By The Kings Herald

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E341: Insightful Conversation with Assemblymember Marc Berman 32:58

3M ago32:58

32:58

In 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 to becoming a member of the Palo Alto City Council and …

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E340: Jennifer Saha on Navigating Government Procurement and Technology 46:54

3M ago46:54

46:54

In 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 under Schwarzenegger, to the challenges of managing lar…

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E339: Exploring the Rich History and Daily Life at the California State Capitol with David Bowman 40:56

4M ago40:56

40:56

In 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. David shares fascinating historical anecdotes, inclu…

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What can the Sacramento Kings learn from the 2024 NBA Playoffs? With Jerry Reynolds 55:55

4M ago55:55

55:55

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to discuss Mike Brown's contract extension, the NBA Draft, the NBA Finals, and where the Sacramento Kings go from here. Thanks for listening.By The Kings Herald

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E338:Resilience and Policy: The Journey of Assembly Member Isaac Bryan 45:49

4M ago45:49

45:49

In 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 cut from his high school basketball team to his academic…

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E337: Navigating the Future of Energy with Chevron's Andy Walz 39:58

4M ago39:58

39:58

In 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 Diego to Singapore. He discusses the division of Chevron…

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Sacramento Kings Player Grades and Draft Talk, with Jerry Reynolds 1:12:45

4M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to discuss what Sacramento might do with the 13th overall pick on draft night, and break down how individual players performed for the Kings this season. Thanks for listening!By The Kings Herald

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E336: California Politics and Legislative Insights with Assembly Member Rebecca Bauer-Kahan 24:39

4M ago24:39

24:39

In 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 the current state of academic institutions and student…

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The True Sports Card Show - Grading 101 53:53

4M ago53:53

53:53

Imran, Big Shep and Amil Fragoso (he's backkkk) break down the world of grading sports cards and memorabilia. The trio discuss what the latest trends have been, what type of cards should be sent in, and how to go about navigating the various grading companies. They also discuss the upcoming Sacramento Sports Card and Autograph Expo happening May 17…

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E335: A Comprehensive Insight into Senator Bill Dodd's Legislative Journey 41:56

5M ago41:56

41:56

This 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 passage of over a hundred bills, and his work on wildfire m…

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E334: Innovating Policy Analysis with AI: The Plural Story 28:54

5M ago28:54

28:54

This 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 intelligence (AI) to facilitate the understanding and tracking of…

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Dissecting the end to the Sacramento Kings season, and an early offseason preview, with Jerry Reynolds 59:13

5M ago59:13

59:13

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to reflect on the Sacramento Kings' 6th loss of the season to the New Orleans Pelicans, and look ahead to a very important offseason for the entire organization.By The Kings Herald

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E333: Exploring the Challenges of California's Safety Net Hospitals with Anne McLeod 1:00:13

5M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

This 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 populations. These hospitals fill the gap in healthcare co…

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E332: Legal Recourse and Court Deference in Government with Chris Micheli 41:09

5M ago41:09

41:09

In 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 legislative activities and office dynamics post-COVID. …

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Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors NBA Play-In Tournament Preview, with Jerry Reynolds 54:33

5M ago54:33

54:33

The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to break down how the Sacramento Kings closed the season without Malik Monk, and preview the upcoming NBA Play-In Tournament game vs. the Golden State Warriors.By The Kings Herald

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E331: Election Insights and Voter Disconnect in California - A Deep Dive with Adam Probolsky 33:03

5M ago33:03

33:03

Today 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 is a podcast about California politics, policy and cultur…

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