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A number of new laws go into effect July 1, impacting Californians across a wide range of industries. A California coalition is kicking off immigrant small business week this week as an effort to encourage Californians to shop and support small local businesses in their communities. The final day of NASCAR in San Diego brought us a photo finish on the track.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

Graham Norton is best known for conjuring up a warm and convivial vibe as he welcomes a parade of A-list talent to his BBC chat show. ­ Lately, however, the acclaimed entertainer has confessed to feelings of “very significant alarm, distress and anxiety”. ­ The source of his anguish? A social media account seemingly dedicated to spreading false information about him, one that Norton is currently seeking to uncover. Following a recent victory against Meta in a Californian court, Norton can now proceed with his investigation, though it's unlikely to be an easy task. ­ His is not the only well-known face being used as an avatar for disinformation, especially as artificial intelligence continues to evolve by the second. ­ Just last week, Taoiseach Micheál Martin issued a warning to the public about an AI-generated video of him purporting to promote a financial scam. ­ So, can we trust what we see online anymore? Or is the ‘fake news' genie out of the bottle? ­ On this episode, host Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent technology editor Adrian Weckler, and by Irish Independent senior business journalist John Mulligan, to look at Graham Norton's case and an increasingly deceptive digital landscape. ­ The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can see our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Californians to vote this fall on a tax for billionaires   President Trump back in US after signing Iran memorandum - but what does that actually mean? Fox News Poll: How often do people use AI? Favor/oppose building a data center in your area?President Trump news of the day

Real Clear Politics National Correspondent and Fool's Gold author Susan Crabtree is in for Jim Geraghty on the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch. Today, Susan and Greg discuss some of the concerns emerging from the tentative U.S. deal with Iran, the Justice Department investigation into California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife, just how crazy California's election laws are, and the emerging battle on the left over wealth taxes.First, Susan draws on her extensive coverage of the Obama nuclear deal with Iran to explain what we should have learned from that experience. They also discuss some of the most important questions lingering after this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). There will be much more analysis of the contents of the MOU on Friday's 3 Martini Lunch.Next, they shift to the Justice Department's investigation into Gov. Newsom and "First Partner" Jennifer Siebel Newsom. Susan details some of the alleged financial irregularities connected with Siebel Newsom's non-profit organizations and how Gov. Newsom is trying to use this to his political advantage.Then, after Californians and other Americans suffered through the embarrassing, protracted vote counting earlier this month, Susan explains how insane California election laws are compared to the rest of the country and how some extremely questionable election tactics are perfectly legal there.Finally, they note how a proposed five percent wealth tax on billionaires will be on the California ballot in November. Gov. Newsom is opposed. Susan and Greg consider how this puts Newsom at odds with many others on the left who are aggressively pushing wealth taxes.Please visit our great sponsors:Brooklyn Bedding Get 30% off sitewide Brooklyn Bedding with promo code 3ML at https://BrooklynBedding.comBetterHelpYou don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLNoble GoldDownload the free investor kit. No pressure. No obligation. Just the information.  https://noblegoldinvestments.com/3mlNew episodes every weekday. 

A FEDERAL GRAND JURY JUST INDICTED THE SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER FOR ALLEGEDLY PAYING NEO-NAZIS TO STAY NAZIS. Today we walk through the New York Post bombshell on the SPLC indictment, the alleged $3 million pipeline through shell companies to violent extremists, and the wider pattern of manufactured hate stories that have shaped American media for forty years. Then we head to California, where Arnold Schwarzenegger just blew the whistle on Sacramento's gas price racket, and Adam Smith's 250-year-old playbook explains exactly why Californians are paying nearly six bucks a gallon. Judge Andrew Napolitano joins us with his sharp new column asking whether America at 250 is still a republic or already an empire. Then we simulcast with Chris Salcedo on the future of the liberty movement, the collapse of the LP, and whether there's still room for a liberty wing inside conservatism.

The massive data centers that AI needs require huge amounts of electricity and water. And they're popping up all over the state. Those data centers are likely to impact the electrical grid, electricity prices and the state's water infrastructure and supplies. Assemblymembers Rick Chavez-Zbur and Diane Papan are working to prevent those impacts from hurting Californians.     AB 2383 Ensures Large Energy Users Pay Their Fair Share and Strengthens Grid Reliability SACRAMENTO, CA - Democratic Caucus Chair and Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur's (D-Hollywood) AB 2383, legislation protecting California ratepayers from bearing the rising energy costs associated with large energy use facilities such as data centers, has passed the California State Assembly with bipartisan support and now heads to the Senate. Strongly supported by the NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) and the Little Hoover Commission, this bill requires the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to establish a new electricity customer classification for large energy users to ensure the costs of serving these facilities are not shifted onto residential and small business ratepayers. "As California continues leading the world in innovation and artificial intelligence, we must make sure working families and small businesses are not left footing the bill for the enormous energy demands of large-scale data centers," said Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur. "AB 2383 ensures these facilities pay their fair share, protects ratepayers from cost shifts, and helps California plan responsibly for the future of our electrical grid." California is home to a rapidly expanding technology and artificial intelligence sector, driving increased demand for data centers that power cloud computing, AI systems, and digital infrastructure used worldwide. The California Energy Commission projects statewide peak electricity demand could exceed 66 gigawatts by 2040, with data centers accounting for approximately 6.7 gigawatts of new demand — roughly equivalent to the electricity use of more than 4 million households. As utilities receive increasing requests from large-load facilities seeking transmission-level service, regulators have identified significant gaps in how these customers are classified and charged for service. While the CPUC recently approved interim rules for large-load customers within Pacific Gas & Electric's territory, statewide long-term planning and ratepayer protections remain unresolved. AB 2383 requires the CPUC to establish a new classification for large energy use customers by 2028 designed to appropriately assign costs, avoid shifting infrastructure expenses onto other ratepayers, support grid reliability, and promote equitable contributions to state energy programs. The bill also requires utilities serving these facilities to enter into long-term service agreements with large energy users to help avoid stranded infrastructure costs and ensure financial responsibility remains with the facilities driving the demand. "Californians are one step closer to being protected from paying extra for energy-hogging data centers," said Victoria Rome, director of California government affairs at NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council.) "Requiring data centers to pay for their energy usage makes sense for all ratepayers and helps keep electricity affordable across the board." "This bill is an important step toward protecting California ratepayers while enabling responsible economic growth," said Ethan Rarick, executive director of the Little Hoover Commission. "By requiring the creation of a separate rate classification for large energy use facilities, AB 2383 helps ensure that costs are appropriately allocated, and reflects our Commission's core finding that ratepayer protection must be the state's foremost priority in addressing large-load growth."    

It's Disclosure Day on the Book and Film Globe podcast, as host Neal Pollack and chief film critic Stephen Garrett disclose that they didn't much care for Steven Spielberg's new “the truth about aliens” film Disclosure Day. They both found the script poorly-paced and silly, and really disliked several of the film's performances, including soggy turns from Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, and Colman Domingo. Eve Hewson, Wyatt Russell, and especially Emily Blunt fare better, but they cannot get the best of a ham-handed scenario, bizarrely convoluted action sequences, and nonsensical world-building. What a mess.We get around to Backrooms this week as well. Critic Daniel Aaron joins Neal to discuss the Internet phenomenon turned box-office sensation. Backrooms is a completely fresh premise, sure to be ground down over time by bad sequels. But for now, it's all about liminal spaces, and genuinely haunting performances from Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, as two Californians in the early 1990s who get caught in another dimension in the back of a failing furniture store. Creepy, unsettling, and weirdly funny, Backrooms will have you thinking twice before entering a strange space.Finally, Scott Gold is back on the podcast this week, talking to Neal about Spider Noir on Amazon Prime, featuring an iconic Nicolas Cage performance as a 1930s noir detective who also happens to have the power set of Spider-Man. The series is eight episodes when it should have been six, with its share of repetitive story beats. But that doesn't take away from its core pleasures: watching Cage give it his all, in a spectacularly physical comic, and semi-tragic, performance. There are excellent supporting turns as well, and enough action scenes to keep this from becoming too dull. Recommended quite highly by our two non-superpowered contributors.Regular listeners of the Book and Film Globe podcast will also notice that we have new theme music this! It's by composer Matthew Sheffer and is 100 percent appropriately licensed for use by Sea of Reeds Media. All Rights Reserved.Enjoy the show!

The deal as a short‑term win for stability but a long‑term advantage for Iran—because Tehran gets immediate economic relief and political concessions, while the hardest issue (its nuclear program) is left unresolved. Rather than hand over their fortunes to the California state government, wealthy Californians are finding creative, tax-efficient ways to minimize potential billionaire-tax impact — including giving their money away. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The deal as a short‑term win for stability but a long‑term advantage for Iran—because Tehran gets immediate economic relief and political concessions, while the hardest issue (its nuclear program) is left unresolved. Rather than hand over their fortunes to the California state government, wealthy Californians are finding creative, tax-efficient ways to minimize potential billionaire-tax impact — including giving their money away. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on SGV Connect, Chris brings us two lighter features on some fun outdoor events in the San Gabriel Foothill communities. On Saturday, July 11th, the city of Azusa will host a Twilight Criterium race in its downtown. It's an exciting race weekend for Californian cyclists, with the state championship happening the next day in Manhattan Beach, and the continuing celebration of 100 years of Route 66 in Azusa. Racers can register here. Here's the transcript for Chris' interview with Patrick Caro of Go Fast Andiamo and Jose Jimenez from the city of Azusa. Happening this Saturday is the Monrovia Pride Book Festival, put on by Underdog Books. The event will feature dozens of authors, discussion panels, drag storytellers, and even a pet parade. You may remember we spoke with the previous owners of Underdog a few years back. Now the shop has new leadership, and has expanded operations into a more active non-profit and community safe space. Read a transcript of Chris' interview with Underdog's director, Kealie Mardell, here. Streetsblog's San Gabriel Valley coverage is supported by Foothill Transit, offering car-free travel throughout the San Gabriel Valley with connections to the A Line Stations across the Foothills and Commuter Express lines traveling into the heart of downtown L.A. To plan your trip, visit Foothill Transit. "Foothill Transit. Going Good Places."  

"The real problem is that 300,000 to 500,000 Californians are leaving the state. They can't put up with what I just discussed. They're sick of it." — Victor Davis Hanson  California has some of the highest taxes and energy costs in the country, but residents say quality of life is getting worse. Yet voters continue to keep the same political leadership in power. The issue isn't just policy failure—it's a massive population shift. As taxpayers and businesses leave, they are being replaced by a population dependent on government programs, while the wealthy political elite remains insulated from the consequences.   Hanson explains why he believes California is stuck in a "doom loop" and what the state's future will look like if current trends continue on today's edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words.”  

California's water challenges are getting tougher; they are not just complicated, but more complex.  If your water agency is going “with the flow,” you are most likely headed for very turbulent water ahead. Even Darcy V's small community water system is embarking on its first metered water rate study. They know they can't continue doing business the way they always have and expect different outcomes. The reality is that today's water challenges require innovative solutions, courage, and relationships—not just thinking outside the box, but literally blowing the box up.  This week's guest, Meena Westford, Director of Imported Water for the San Diego County Water Authority (The Authority) shares the inside scoop on new water transfer agreements with other Metropolitan Member Agencies, a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding that will allow interstate water transfers, and how customer messaging matters now more than ever. These new-ways-of-doing-business deals didn't happen overnight; timing is everything. The right people are in the right places – smart, seasoned, and thinking differently to solve today's problems without yesterday's baggage; Meena is one of those people. Darcy & Darcy discuss litigation history, the Colorado River, and why these issues matter to all Californians, as well as those who benefit from what California produces. Listen in! Let us know what you're thinking! You can provide comments, suggestions, questions, or recommendations at https://www.ecwaterpac.com/podcast/. Thanks for tuning in!Send us Fan MailWe Grow California Podcast is paid for by the Exchange Contractors Federal PAC and Exchange Contractors State PAC and is not authorized by any candidate or candidate committee.

California Governor Gavin Newsom just confirmed that the Department of Justice is investigating matters connected to him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom — and now the questions are exploding.Newsom is calling it political revenge, but the story raises major questions about The Representation Project, donor money, nonprofit payments, Jennifer Siebel Newsom's compensation, and payments connected to her production company, Girls Club Entertainment.In this video, Professor Nez breaks down the growing DOJ controversy, Newsom's public reaction, the reported money trail, why critics are calling this a massive scandal, and what this could mean for Newsom's political future.Is this political persecution — or is the DOJ finally digging into questions Californians have been asking for years?Watch now and decide for yourself.FOLLOW for breaking political analysis, viral news breakdowns, and unfiltered commentary on the biggest stories shaking America.For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (656) 218-0931 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/nez✅ Reach out to me: https://bio.site/professornez✅ ORIGINAL MADE IN U.S.A 250TH AMERICA DESIGNS: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/✅ Check out our Official Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@professornezclips▶ Support the Channel and Buy us a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professornezEducational Commentary & Original AnalysisThis channel presents educational, lecture-style analysis created by a university professor and educator. Content focuses on contextual examination, historical background, legal frameworks, and evidence-based analysis of widely reported events, public records, and institutional processes.The approach emphasizes academic methodology, media literacy, and source-driven interpretation rather than advocacy, persuasion, or real-time news reporting. Viewers are encouraged to consult primary sources and form independent conclusions.All content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. Views expressed are solely those of the creator.This channel may include references or links to third-party websites or products for informational purposes. Some links may be affiliate links, which may generate a commission at no additional cost to the viewer.In this video expert Professor Nez analyzes and educates on what happened and why with fact based, data based, verified and researched expertise reporting.All original content is protected by copyright. Fair use applies where permitted by law.Category: News Analysis & Educational CommentaryMethodology: This report utilizes primary source verification and comparative analysis of public records.Subject Matter Expertise: Political Strategy, Regulatory Policy, and Media Literacy.

I get regular enquiries about the current whereabouts and activities of Michael Wrona, the young Queensland race caller I got to introduce to American  horse racing thirty six years ago.The now defunct Hollywood Park Race Club was anxious to try out the Australian style of race calling on the big on course crowds and simulcast viewers of the era. Michael and I were invited to cover a total of six race meetings in a ten day period during which time public reaction was to be closely monitored. Should the experiment prove successful, Michael was all but assured of an offer to become resident Hollywood Park broadcaster.  Two weeks later 24 year old Michael Wrona had made the quantum leap from a fair way down the “pecking order” on 4BC Brisbane to become the voice of Californian racing on one of the world's most iconic racetracks. The past 36 years have taken the Brisbane boy through many valleys and peaks- amazing highlights and devastating lows. He's  been tempted to call it quits and scurry home to Australia several times, but something has always prompted him to give it another shot.  Today he and his American wife Kathy live in Orange County where he's safely ensconced as track announcer at the Los Alamitos race track. Five years ago we presented a podcast with the man himself. Several recent emails have prompted me to give that podcast another run.  Michael was actually in the broadcast box at Los Alamitos getting ready to call a Saturday night card when we recorded this 2021 chat. We began by talking about his Aussie accent, unchanged after more than three decades in the US. He talks of his appointment as Los Alamitos track announcer in the wake of his shock dismissal by the owners of the high profile Santa Anita track.  Michael takes us through the dual breed format of Los Alamitos programming- the combination of thoroughbred and quarter horse racing. We turn back the clock to the day Michael and I arrived at Hollywood Park for a six meeting commitment. If the crowds and simulcast viewers liked the Queenslander's style, he had the job at the famous track. Michael remembers the late Marjorie Everett, the dynamic chairperson of the Hollywood Park Operating Company and some of her eccentricities. He reflects on the first big race he got to call in California featuring the clash of two top horses. Michael was stunned when offered the opportunity to share calling duties at the reopening of the legendary Agua Caliente track where Phar Lap had won his only race outside Australia. He looks  back on the first of several interruptions to his career. Marjorie Everett was deposed as Hollywood Park supremo, and the new administration preferred another caller. He was lucky to pick up a gig at Bay Meadows track in San Francisco. The Aussie commentator talks of a brief return to Hollywood Park and the opportunity to feature in an episode of the famous Seinfeld sitcom. Mike talks of his subsequent dismissal from the Bay Meadows job. Luckily he still had employment with Golden Gate Fields, another popular San Francisco venue. He looks back on an offer from an exciting new venture in Texas. Retama Park opened with a flurry but closed before the completion of its first season. By now Michael was developing an inferiority complex. Around this time Michael got to enjoy a brief stint at the famous Arlington Park track in Chicago. During this stint he called a history making performance by the champion Cigar. Life took a bizarre twist for Michael when he was reappointed by Hollywood Park after a shock resignation by Trevor Denman. He called the race in which Lafitt Pincay Jnr  broke Willie Shoemaker's long standing riding record. The much travelled Wrona talks of an exciting offer from another Texan enterprise called Lone Star Park where he would spend five years. For three years during Lone Star's off season he worked at Fairgrounds in New Orleans. Both tracks were taken over by new management and history repeated itself when Michael was finished up. Michael talks of his separation from first wife Julie whose acting career kept them apart for long periods. His spirits were lifted by the opportunity to call the 2000 Preakness Stakes. In 2005 he returned to California where he called the races for Bay Meadows and Golden Gate Fields. He talks of a quick trip to Argentina to cover South America's biggest race. Michael looks back on 2015, a helluva year for the expat Queenslander. He landed the job at Santa Anita after an exhaustive audition process, but shortly after had to deal with the trauma of being singled out by a “real live” stalker.  By now he'd become very philosophical about the lack of job security in the US. His dismissal at Santa Anita came from left field. On a lighter note Michael talks about his marriage to the delightful Kathy and the interpretation of certain expressions he's used in his race calls. Some of them caused a little confusion in the States. He talks of a whirlwind schedule through 2019 which gave him little time to think of the Santa Anita disaster. This was a lovely catch up with the kid from Brisbane who over 36 years has showcased the Aussie style of race calling on more than twenty tracks in six countries.

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Fifty years on from the historic Paris tasting that revolutionised wine - what's changed? And what will that mean for the next 50 years?!Those are the searching questions we're asking (and attempting to answer) in this special episode to mark the 50th anniversary of the legendary Judgement of Paris tasting in 1976 where unknown Californian wines triumphed against the French greats in the centre of the wine universe at the time, the capital of France.We're re-telling the story behind that momentous event - partly to clear up some misconceptions that still persist, and partly because it's just a damn good story. (Proof of that being all the many articles and books on the subject - not to mention the Hollywood film, Bottle Shock, and now even an opera...)We're helped in this task by Chateau Montelena CEO Bo Barrett, who adds his eye-witness testimony, trademark good humour and intriguing insights to the tale.But this episode isn't just a re-hashing of events half a century ago. We're also exploring the modern realities and future trends of wine. If this kind of tasting happened today, who would win, and who would lose? How has the world (and wine world) changed since 1976? How does that go beyond the US and France? And what can that tell us about the future of wine?Helping us root our thoughts in informed reality are two ambitious tasting we were lucky enough to participate in: the Greatest Chardonnay Showdown at the London Wine Fair 2026, and the IWFS Judgement +50 (among a few others). The results of which...are intriguing.Thanks for tuning in. We love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe. Or you can find all details from this episode, including links, references and photos, on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S7 E29 - The Judgement of Paris 50 Years OnTo support the show, enjoy subscriber-only bonus content and discount benefits, access our full archive and get every episode before it goes on free release, subscribe to Wine Blast PLUS at wineblast.co.ukInstagram: @susieandpeter

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.racket.news57 years ago, Americans went to the moon in four days. Californians would still be working on the countdownNarrated by Jared Moore

What’s Trending: Trump enters plea in Miami courtroom and 2 year old in Everett nearly dies from fentanyl exposure. // A trans TikTok influencer went shirtless at the White House pride event // Gavin Newsom wants reparations for Californians.

Republicans in Shasta County have set up a showdown with state officials by voting to ban voting by mail. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Millions of Californians who buy their own health insurance on Covered California are struggling to keep up with the cost. Now, Governor Gavin Newsom wants the state to chip in, and pay a bigger share of their monthly premiums. Reporter: Jackie Fortier, KFF Health News Republican Steve Hilton is advancing to the general election for California governor, edging out Democrat Tom Steyer for the second spot in the November race. Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED The White House is appealing a judge's decision to strike down President Trump's $100,000 fee on the H-1B visa. That's Silicon Valley's main pipeline for foreign talent. But this case is one of three, and Big Tech is still waiting to exhale. Reporter: Rachael Myrow, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spencer Pratt's insurgent campaign for Los Angeles mayor is over, and the way it ended should concern every American who cares about election integrity. Late vote dumps vaulted City Councilwoman Nithya Raman into second place, setting up a runoff against Karen Bass. Democrats don't want questions asked. They never do. In California, no voter ID is required and ballots are mailed to registered voters whether they request them or not. The system is built on blind trust and ripe for abuse, yet anyone demanding transparency is attacked instead of answered. Pratt may have lost, but his campaign exposed something the political establishment can't ignore: millions of Californians are fed up with crime, homelessness, sky high taxes and government failure. The problem is those millions, are still wildly outnumbered. Sadly, the people running Los Angeles into the ground are still in charge, and there is no alternative in sight. Plus, the meltdown over President Trump attending a New York Knicks NBA Finals game proves just how brainwashed parts of America have become. Thousands of fans sitting in seats that cost a minimum of $8,000 each booed the man most responsible for creating the economic conditions that allowed them to afford those tickets in the first place. The irony is staggering. The same crowd cheering for bigger government and socialist policies would be the first victims of the economic misery those policies create. Today, we expose the broken election system in California and the political conditioning turning common sense upside down in America's biggest cities. Sponsors • The Maverick System: https://TheMaverickSystem.com • VRA Insider: https://VRAInsider.com • Patriot Mobile: https://PatriotMobile.com/Grant • TWC Health (Use Code: GRANT): https://TWC.Health/Grant • Lost Soldier Oil & Gas: https://LostSoldier.com • Sugarfina Investment Opportunity: https://invest.sugarfina.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Pierre serves as General Manager of the State Water Contractors (SWC), a statewide nonprofit association representing 27 public water agencies that receive water from California's State Water Project. Collectively, these agencies provide water to more than 27 million Californians and irrigate approximately 750,000 acres of farmland. With more than 20 years of experience in California water policy, Delta management, and water supply planning, Jennifer leads the SWC's efforts to advance reliable, sustainable, and affordable water supplies for communities throughout the state. She is recognized for her commitment to collaboration, science-based decision-making, and balancing water management objectives with environmental stewardship. Prior to joining SWC in 2017, Jennifer spent 14 years with ICF International, where she served as a Principal and led complex water supply, restoration, and planning projects throughout the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and its tributaries. Her expertise includes State Water Project and Central Valley Project operations, environmental compliance, ecosystem management, regulatory policy, and stakeholder engagement. Throughout her career, she has successfully guided multidisciplinary teams of engineers, hydrologists, biologists, and policy experts in developing technical analyses, environmental documentation, and water resource solutions. Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology and Management, with an emphasis in Conservation Biology, from the University of California, Davis.

Frank Mottek talks about the issues that matter most to Californians: energy, homelessness, and crime. Frank Mottek is joined by, Steve Hilton, is the leading candidate for governor and he's got a plan to tackle these pressing problems. From cutting energy costs to addressing the homeless crisis, Steve shares his vision for a better California. In this episode, we dive into the world of energy, where California's abundance of oil reserves is being ignored in favor of expensive and unreliable sources. Steve explains how he'd use his executive powers to open up oil and gas production, bringing down energy costs and making life more affordable for Californians. We also discuss the importance of addressing the homeless crisis, which Steve believes requires a focus on enforcement, mental health services, and addiction treatment. But it's not all doom and gloom. We also talk about the bright spots in California, like the efforts of the Los Angeles Police Department to crack down on crime in MacArthur Park. Our guest, Dennis Zine, a former LAPD sergeant, shares his insights on the importance of community policing and the need for local leaders to take responsibility for keeping our streets safe. If you're concerned about the future of California, you won't want to miss this episode. Steve Hilton shares his vision for a better California, where energy costs are under control, homelessness is decreasing, and crime is on the decline. Tune in to hear his plans and join the conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California dairy families are matching donations during National Dairy Month to help provide milk to Californians facing food insecurity.

On episode 134 of Native Land Pod, we travel to the protests outside Delaney Hall detention center, where migrants are being given rotten food, inadequate medical care, and held for months in inhumane conditions. Time and again, Democrats fail to support reparations initiatives on the national stage. Our guest, Congresswoman Summer Lee, represents Pennsylvania's 12th district. Time and again, Democrats fail to support reparations initiatives on the national stage. Our guest, Congresswoman Summer Lee [PA 12], is going to keep trying anyway. FYSA HEADLINES 1. Californians voted on Tuesday and there are two close races to pay attention to, the LA mayor, and the race for governor. 2. Justice Samuel Alito’s son has been discovered working secretly at the U.S. Treasury Department. 3. Trump’s “Great American State Fair” for the 250th U.S. anniversary is turning into a big flop. 4. Former NBA star Derrick Coleman has refused an award from the Mobile, Alabama Hall of Fame Committee over the state’s curtailing of Black voting rights. 5. Re-surfaced racist remarks from Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy 6. The president of the Heritage Foundation says Trump has enacted most of Project 2025. 7. A jury has found Rick Chow “not guilty” of murder in the death of 14 year old Cyrus Carmack Belton. LINKS AND RESOURCES Read Rep. Summer Lee’s Reparations Bill: https://summerlee.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-summer-lee-colleagues-advocates-reintroduce-reparations-now-resolution SUBMIT A QUESTION Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show! Tutorial for submitting questions: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ We are 152 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, big primaries in six states, some of them central to which party controls Congress next year. Californians are voting in a massive gubernatorial primary to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom and in several House races under a new congressional map that aims to help Democrats flip as many as five Republican seats. There is also a tight contest for mayor of Los Angeles. And in Iowa, voters are picking candidates for the House, Senate and governor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How California's leading do-nothing gubernatorial candidate moved from dead last to first in just a few weeks. Leaders of the state's government unions say they'll refuse return-to-office orders because their daily commutes would raise global temperatures. More than a thousand University of California STEM professors called for the reinstatement of the SAT test. Los Angeles wants you to stop grilling hotdogs. Bonus! On June 5, 1917, Californians reacting to the Zimmerman Telegram answered Woodrow Wilson's call to arms. Music by Metalachi. Email Us dbahnsen@thebahnsengroup.com will@calpolicycenter.org Follow Us @DavidBahnsen @WillSwaim @TheRadioFreeCA Show Notes The mystery behind Becerra leapfrogging over his rivals in California's governor's race PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government University of California Professors Are Begging Schools to Reinstate the SAT CalPERS Pays Million-Dollar Salaries for Below-Median Returns California Government Unions Will Try Anything To Keep Their Members From Returning To The Office No, California's Backyard BBQ Ban Proposal Is Not Justified Long Beach: This mayor wants to bring wind energy to an oil city Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our first guest conversation of Season 8, Tyece Wilkins-Amadi gives us a unique view into her inner landscape as a mom to toddler twins — plus how her experience intertwines with themes of identity, ambition, and creativity.    Hear us discuss: How Tyece shifted from absolutely not wanting kids to becoming a mom to twins (1:16) The early days of caring for two newborns — and how she managed the juggle (16:30) The lessons she learned from making the wrong childcare decision (27:41) How Tyece makes space for her writing — and why motherhood and creativity go hand in hand (31:27) The unique challenges and joys of raising twins (49:10) About Tyece Tyece Wilkins-Amadi is a mother of toddler twins, a wife to a Dodgers-loving Californian and a writer exploring motherhood, ambition, and the quiet negotiations of a creative life. Her work sits at the intersection of care and becoming, where questions of identity, meaning, and worth are continually rewritten. Drawing from her background in workplace culture and well-being, she writes essays that linger in the liminal spaces between striving and rest, clarity and confusion, and the life we planned versus the one we're living. Her writing is an ongoing attempt to name what often goes unsaid, and to imagine more spacious, human ways of living, working, and creating. As mentioned in the episode Last call for our On Demand Fan sale! Get our full collection of On Demand classes for $269. Save your seat for an upcoming Kids or Childfree Workshop.  Find Tyece on Substack, at Ampersand Motherhood: substack.com/@ampersandmotherhood Her Instagram handle is @tyunscripted Read the piece that inspired this podcast conversation: Tyece's tending "Toward a Truer Life" essay: ampersandmotherhood.substack.com/p/tending-toward-a-truer-life Read Cheryl Strayed's The Ghost Ship That Didn't Carry Us MORE HELP FOR YOUR KIDS OR CHILDFREE DECISION: Start Here: sign up for an upcoming WORKSHOP 

President Trump taps housing official Bill Pulte to lead intelligence agencies, but gets pushback. Californians vote in their primary and critics charge that the new federal Moms.gov site helps abortion opponents.

California politics is experiencing a rare moment on the national stage as wacky candidates and local scandals have become a microcosm for the country as a whole, as well as a potential preview of what November's midterms have in store. We talk to KQED's Marisa Lagos about what the hell is going on with California politics right now.And in headlines, primary season kicks off nationwide, Trump's Iran War negotiations hit another setback, an appeals court rules Trump's ban on transgender troops illegal, the White House temporarily pauses its slush fund for Trump's political allies, and several states extend bar and restaurant hours for the World Cup.Show Notes: Check out Marisa's work – www.kqed.org/author/mlagos Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 Today, Californian, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota head to the polls in the 2026 primaries; a federal appeals court rules that Hegseth's order to boot transgender service members is unconstitutional; Donald Trump may be about to drop his $1.8B Slush Fund; Iran suspends talks over Israeli attacks on Lebanon sending gas prices soaring again, Hegseth Strikes Female and Black Navy Officers From the Promotion List, Scott Pelley Accuses CBS News Boss Bari Weiss of ‘Murdering' ‘60 Minutes', and a federal judge rules that anti trump protestors can continue to fly an 8647 flag near the national mall; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, IQBAR Text DAILYBEANS to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.    Thank You, Smalls For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to Smalls.com/DAILYBEANS Guest: Brandon Brockmyer Director of investigations and research at the Project On Government Oversight and the head of POGO InvestigatesProject on Government Oversight (POGO)pogo.org/Investigates The Latest Breakdown:Trump's $1.8B Scheme Faces Imminent Collapse | The Breakdown StoriesPentagon policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service, appeals court panel rules | AP News Hegseth Strikes Female and Black Navy Officers From Promotion List | The New York Times Anti-Trump group can keep flying ‘86-47' flag near National Mall, judge rules | POLITICO Trump administration retreats on 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' | POLITICO Scott Pelley Accuses CBS News Boss of ‘Murdering' ‘60 Minutes' | The New York Times   Good TroublePatagonia sues Bend drag queen Pattie Gonia, sparking public fight over name… | Local News | centraloregondaily.com Patagonia Contact number: 1-800-638-6464 Email: customer.service@patagonia.com, CEO: Ryan.Gellert@patagonia.com Patagonia - FB, Patagonia - IG, @patagonia - Threads Pattie:https://www.instagram.com/pattiegonia →Form WTAF-8647 →Recall Gov. Jeff Landry - Louisianadeservesbetter.com →STOP the deportation proceedings against Mohsen Mahdawi - Action Network →SusanRogan - how-to-help-win-the-midterms →detentionwatchnetwork.org →FieldTeam6.org →Standwithminnesota.com →Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible, Defund ICE | 5Calls →Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU →ICE List  →iceout.org Good NewsCongressCallList.com The Rebel Loon Archive: A Book of Protest Art Loving Day →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Harry Dunn is running for CongressHarry Dunn for Maryland Our Donation Links Blue Wave California - bluewavecalifornia.org/concert Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ The Daily Beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736 Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71 More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.  Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we discuss Marco Rubio's congressional testimony, Californians heading to the polls, a major Russian attack on Ukraine, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘Experiment'California was the most beautiful state in the country until left-wing politicians took over the state and claimed it for their progressive experiment. More than 11 million Californians have fled, unable to shoulder the burden of record-breaking gas prices, homelessness, expansive welfare programs, and a failing education system. The solution? Cut taxes, clean up homelessness, cooperate with law enforcement, increase oil development, and tackle voter fraud. Californians may have a chance at returning to paradise if they show up at the polls, argues Victor Davis Hanson on today's edition of Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words

What's going on in Ariana Grande's new music video? Let's play a game: Did these celebrities get replaced because they were fired, quit, or died? Did you know Chris Farley was supposed to be Shrek? Sarah's telling us about the most expensive celebrity's baby photo ever. Dang, People Magazine has some dough. The generations are at war. It's Pride month! The Giants still suck. Californians are filing bankruptcies. Vinnie's got great gifts for the high school graduates in your life.

Hour 1: Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff have reunited for a new country song for Toy Story 5. Adam Sandler is in town! His next movie sounds interesting. ‘Backrooms' is taking the world by storm. What should Sarah do next with her hair? A high school principal has been put on administrative leave over a yearbook scandal. The gang thinks there's more going on here than meets the eye. It reminds Bob of yearbook drama from back in her day. Man, middle school is the worst. Hour 2: America's Got Talent is still rolling! Euphoria is officially over. Gene Wilder's “grandson” needs to play him in the biopic. Sabrina Carpenter takes on a stalker. Do you like puppies and soccer? Then hopefully you have an LG TV! Scott Budman is on the show! Anthropic and SpaceX are going public! Should we buy it? Well, AI isn't making money yet. And our most burning question… is Scott calling in from the shower again? Hour 3: What's going on in Ariana Grande's new music video? Let's play a game: Did these celebrities get replaced because they were fired, quit, or died? Did you know Chris Farley was supposed to be Shrek? Sarah's telling us about the most expensive celebrity's baby photo ever. Dang, People Magazine has some dough. The generations are at war. It's Pride month! The Giants still suck. Californians are filing bankruptcies. Vinnie's got great gifts for the high school graduates in your life. Hour 4: Did Taylor Swift realize her new song has almost the exact same title as a Gracie Abram's song? Vinnie is still hunting down the toy of the moment. Jason Aldean says encores are pointless. Megan Maroney is using the Taylor Swift training method. Colonel Sanders was a real dude, and he had thoughts on the way KFC changed its gravy. Sarah decided what she would do if she could time travel. Plus, When Did That Happen?

On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla breaks down what's at stake on this Election Day, particularly in California with the state's gubernatorial primary and the Los Angeles mayoral election. Co-host of “Fox & Friends” Ainsley Earhardt stops by to chat about her new children's book, America, I'm So Glad You Were Born. PLUS, superstar Fox News Anchor Chanley Painter stops by to discuss the growing issues for Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. [00:00:00] Previewing two high-stakes primary races in California [00:38:07] Ainsley Earhardt [00:56:25] The View criticizes Graham Platner [01:14:50] Karen Bass makes final pitch to voters in L.A. [01:33:20] Chanley Painter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

California stands at a crossroads. In this powerful conversation, Lewis Herms joins Michael Jaco to discuss the growing frustration millions of Californians feel over crime, economic collapse, homelessness, rising costs, government overreach, border concerns, corruption, and what many believe has become the systematic destruction of one of America's most important states. Running for California Governor, Lewis Herms shares his vision for restoring safety, accountability, economic stability, constitutional freedoms, and common-sense leadership back to California. The discussion explores why so many residents are fleeing the state, why trust in political leadership continues collapsing, and how decades of policies have contributed to rising instability across major cities and communities. Lewis speaks directly about the need to rebuild California from the ground up by empowering citizens, supporting law enforcement, protecting families, strengthening local economies, and ending policies that many believe have weakened public safety and personal freedom. Michael and Lewis also discuss the larger national implications of California's future, emphasizing that what happens in California often impacts the rest of the country culturally, economically, politically, and technologically. The deeper this conversation goes, the more it becomes about reclaiming hope, restoring integrity, and reminding people that change only happens when citizens become actively involved instead of remaining silent. Lewis Herms positions himself as a candidate focused on action, transparency, constitutional rights, and putting Californians first instead of serving entrenched political interests. This is not just a campaign conversation. It's a call for Californians to stand up, get involved, and help shape the future direction of the state before the damage becomes irreversible. California can recover. But people must decide they are willing to fight for it.

On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we discuss Marco Rubio's congressional testimony, Californians heading to the polls, a major Russian attack on Ukraine, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we discuss Marco Rubio's congressional testimony, Californians heading to the polls, a major Russian attack on Ukraine, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An estimated one in three Californians are insured by Medi-Cal, the state version of Medicaid. But as the federal government cuts billions in funding and imposes new work requirements and paperwork processes, many Californians could lose their coverage. Meantime, in anticipation of the cuts, hospitals and health clinics are already cutting services and closing locations; the state is scrambling to step in while maintaining a balanced budget. We take stock of what the new Medi-Cal landscape means for everyone's access to health care in California and the Bay Area. Guests: Tyler Sadwith, California State Medicaid Director; Chief Deputy Director of Health Care Programs, California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Dr. Milana PeBenito, medical doctor of Family Practice, Maternal and Child Health; member, Sonoma County's Maternal Child, Adolescent Health Advisory Board Angela Hart, senior correspondent, KFF Health News Kristof Stremikis, director of market analysis and insight, California Health Care Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Podcaster and Summer Games Fest host Lucy James joins the panel to cover Hideo Kojima's AI use, playing as a cat in games, and GamemasterAnthony's pride parade. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Lucy James. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman. Watch episodes with full video on YouTube Discuss this episode in the Insert Credit Forums SHOW NOTES: Lasik Body Worlds “Whoever reads this, please enter my grave. I will let you have my stretching, shrinking keepsake.” Star Trek Heathcliff) Ricky Henderson NBA Jam Space Jam (1996) Yosemite Sam Foghorn Leghorn The Unauthorized Bash Brothers Experience Mark McGwire Jose Conseco 1: What's the most ludicrous video game press release you've ever seen? (05:28) Lucy James: this is the worst email I have ever received Fing-Longer Pornhub Overwatch EarthBound World of Tanks 2: How is AI viewed in Japanese development? (11:27) Hideo Kojima's AI Prada video prompts outcry from gamers 3: What's your favorite thing to be in a video game? (14:25) The Aristocats - Ev'rybody Wants To Be a Cat Stray Little Kitty, Big City Tenchu series LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Catwoman Traveller's Tales Sonic R Veep Batman Tinykin World of WarCraft Troll (WarCraft race) Tachikoma KITT Cars (2006)) Disney·Pixar Cars 4: How would you explain Minecraft to Zohran Mamdani? (20:41) Zohran Mamdani Minecraft Boris Johnson Sadiq Khan Meijer A Minecraft Movie (2025) Jack Black Bubsy) The video of a zombie in a mine cart (thanks to Sandwich Jones for finding this for me) Demonschool Pathologic 2 Pac-Man 2: The New Adventures Marvel Spider-Man Cities: Skylines Tropico Sid Meier's Civilization series Disco Elysium Tim Walz Crazy Taxi 5: Catherine asks, which video game characters would you expect to show up at Pride? (28:10) GamemasterAnthony Kratos) David Jaffe Giannis Antetokounmpo God of War (2018) Loki Freyja Baldr Bayonetta) Leon S. Kennedy Liza Minnelli Lisa Vanderpump Princess Peach Princess Daisy Waluigi Char Aznable Chris Redfield Sylvando Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age Final Fantasy XV Noctis Lucis Caelum 6: What lines from or aspects of video games have permeated your real life? (34:39) Portal The Sims Shenmue Ryo Hazuki Dragon Age series Chant of Light Klingon Disaster Report Deltarune Super Mario series The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) Audio Atrocities Dishonored Fable Batman: Arkham series Bruce Timm Paul Dini Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Resident Evil: Village Resident Evil 4 7: What is The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) of video games? (43:43) The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) The Mandalorian Andor Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Aliens: Colonial Marines Alien: Isolation Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Asteroids LIGHTNING ROUND: OC Remix (49:09) Recommendations and Outro (01:07:17): Frank: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Brandon: Vote for gov'nah if you're Californian, Sega-16's Mike Fischer interview, the first and second Abashiri Prison movies but not the third one Ash: Touch grass Lucy: Widow's Bay, lookingfor.game This week's Insert Credit Show is brought to you by patrons like you. Thank you. Subscribe: RSS, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more!

(June 01, 2026) Thousands are leaving Los Angeles every year, so why do we still have a housing crunch. Nearly 2 million Californians live within 3 miles of a plant with toxic chemicals like Garden Grove and don’t even know it. The Cola wars are back… this time it’s Coke vs Coke. Human composting is a thing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California is at a breaking point. Newsom's corruption, crime, homelessness, immigration, skyrocketing taxes, the insurance crisis, devastating wildfires, failing infrastructure, and a growing exodus of residents have many Californians asking the same question: How did the Golden State get here? Jillian Michaels sits down with Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, one of the leading candidates in the 2026 California Governor's race, to discuss the policies he says have pushed California into decline—and his plan to reverse course. The conversation dives into Bianco's critiques of fellow gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra, Katie Porter, and Tom Steyer, tackling issues ranging from healthcare for undocumented immigrants and gender policy to immigration enforcement, homelessness spending, and government accountability. Sheriff Bianco pulls no punches as he takes on Governor Gavin Newsom's legacy, California's homelessness crisis, sanctuary state policies, Proposition 36, public safety, immigration, wildfire prevention, the California insurance collapse, rising crime rates, and the state's controversial tax policies—including his proposal to eliminate California's state income tax. Jillian and Sheriff Bianco examine why so many residents and businesses are leaving California, whether the state's one-party political system is driving institutional failure, and what it would take to restore affordability, public safety, and opportunity for Californians across the political spectrum. And, Bianco weighs in on Spencer Pratt's chance at winning Los Angeles' Mayoral race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democratic activist and billionaire investor Tom Steyer has won support from progressives in his bid for governor. Although critics have questioned whether his tremendous wealth distances him from the concerns of everyday Californians, Steyer argues he has the independence to take on utilities and oil companies. Earlier this week, Steyer took questions from a live audience at a KQED town hall moderated by Guy Marzorati. For more information on the races and ballot measures in California's June 2 primary election, check out ⁠KQED's Voter Guide⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Headlines: A Delaware court ruled that companies can vote in municipal elections in the beach town of Fenwick Island — not just business owners, but the companies themselves as entities — and given that two-thirds of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated in Delaware, that's either a quirky local ordinance or the most efficient corporate takeover of democracy ever attempted. Joe Biden is suing the Trump administration to block the DOJ from releasing audio recordings of his conversations with his ghostwriter, which the DOJ is planning to drop on June 15th purely for the humiliation factor, since the investigation was closed and no charges were ever filed. Trump threatened Oman — the Gulf state that has been acting as the diplomatic channel between the US and Iran — during a Cabinet meeting, saying they'd better "behave or we'll blow em up." On the reflecting pool saga, a National Park Service analysis found that Trump's no-bid pool contractor — his favorite pool guy, does all his pools — submitted a contract with an $850,000 overcharge above the typical profit margin, and it turns out the contractor can't even seal the gaps between the  concrete slabs, which is a fairly foundational part of the job. California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he'll tax any Traitor Fund payouts to Californians at 100%, with a New York assemblyman proposing the same, which is the most satisfying thing to happen all week. New York state also passed a tax on luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more, expected to generate $500 million a year, and both New York and New Jersey AGs subpoenaed FIFA over alleged deceptive pricing practices for World Cup tickets at MetLife Stadium. A Google software engineer was charged with fraud and money laundering after making $1.2 million on Polymarket by betting on search trends using nonpublic Google data under the username AlphaRaccoon, which is somehow the most on-brand financial crime of 2026. And finally, the EU is actively screening travelers for Ebola as suspected cases in the Congo surpass 900. Resources/Articles mentioned:  Reuters: Delaware court upholds voting by companies in small town's election CNN: Biden sues to stop Justice Department from releasing interview recordings CNN: Trump's threat against Oman means he's now attacked or threatened 1 out of every 13 countries NYT: Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Military Site and Drones in Iran AP News: Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations NYT: Reflecting Pool Contract Has ‘Inflated' Profit Margin, Government Analysis Finds WaPo: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy debuts America 250 jet US News: California to Impose 100% Tax on Trump's January 6 'Slush Fund,' Governor Says WSJ: New York Lawmakers Pass Pied-a-Terre Tax CNN: Sky-high World Cup ticket prices spark investigation by NY and NJ attorneys general WSJ: Google Employee Charged With Insider Trading on Polymarket Politico: Europe beefs up Ebola detection as Congo epidemic surges Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Bessent walked into the White House press briefing, got asked about Gavin Newsom's latest anti-Trump tax threat, dropped one brutal line, and then walked out.A reporter asked Bessent about Newsom's proposal to impose a 100% tax on Californians who receive money from Trump's anti-weaponization fund.Bessent's response?“There's no cure for stupid.”And then he left.In this video, we break down the full moment, why Gavin Newsom's move is sparking major backlash, what Trump's anti-weaponization fund is supposed to do, and why Bessent's response instantly went viral.This is more than just a funny press briefing clip. It is another example of the growing political war between the Trump administration and Gavin Newsom — and Bessent may have just delivered the most savage answer of the week.Was Bessent right? Was Newsom grandstanding? Or is this about something much bigger: the fight over lawfare, political weaponization, and who gets to control the narrative?Watch the full breakdown and drop your thoughts in the comments.For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (656) 218-0931 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/nez✅ Reach out to me: https://bio.site/professornez✅ ORIGINAL MADE IN U.S.A 250TH AMERICA DESIGNS: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/✅ Check out our Official Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@professornezclips▶ Support the Channel and Buy us a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professornezEducational Commentary & Original AnalysisThis channel presents educational, lecture-style analysis created by a university professor and educator. Content focuses on contextual examination, historical background, legal frameworks, and evidence-based analysis of widely reported events, public records, and institutional processes.The approach emphasizes academic methodology, media literacy, and source-driven interpretation rather than advocacy, persuasion, or real-time news reporting. Viewers are encouraged to consult primary sources and form independent conclusions.All content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. Views expressed are solely those of the creator.This channel may include references or links to third-party websites or products for informational purposes. Some links may be affiliate links, which may generate a commission at no additional cost to the viewer.In this video expert Professor Nez analyzes and educates on what happened and why with fact based, data based, verified and researched expertise reporting.All original content is protected by copyright. Fair use applies where permitted by law.Category: News Analysis & Educational CommentaryMethodology: This report utilizes primary source verification and comparative analysis of public records.Subject Matter Expertise: Political Strategy, Regulatory Policy, and Media Literacy.

Tim Conway Jr Show Hour 4 (5.26) Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Mayor of Los Angeles and former Speaker of the California State Assembly, is running as a Democrat in the 2026 race to succeed Gavin Newsom as Governor of California. Villaraigosa is positioning himself as a moderate-progressive candidate focused on the major issues affecting Californians every day — economic affordability, housing, homelessness, public safety, and the rising cost of living. His campaign is leaning into his experience leading Los Angeles and his message that California needs practical solutions, not just political talking points. Trending Keywords: Antonio Villaraigosa, California Governor Race, Gavin Newsom, 2026 Election, California Politics, Los Angeles Mayor, Housing Crisis, Cost of Living, Public Safety, Democratic Candidate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mayor of the Californian city of Arcadia has agreed to plead guilty to charges she acted as an illegal agent for China. Prosecutors say Eileen Wang was directly co-ordinating with a Chinese official to disseminate news stories downplaying human rights concerns in China, with the aim of trying to influence US government and public opinion.US authorities say the extent of China's covert activity and espionage in the United States goes well beyond this case. According to the FBI, Chinese counterintelligence and espionage efforts are a “grave threat to the economic well-being and democratic values of the United States”.We speak to Andrew Badger, former CIA case officer and co-author of The Great Heist: China's Epic Campaign to Steal America's Secrets.The Global Story brings clarity to politics, business and foreign policy in a time of connection and disruption. For more episodes, just search 'The Global Story' wherever you get your BBC PodcastsProducer: Viv Jones and Lucy Pawle Executive producer: James Shield Sound engineer: Travis Evans Senior news editor: China Collins(Photo: Eileen Wang. Credit: City of Arcadia City Hall/ Reuters)

PBD presses Steve Hilton on his plan to scrap state income taxes for Californians making under $100k and replace Newsom's doubled budget by cutting “fraud, waste and abuse,” exposing a $425 billion scam, $928 million to nonprofits, and gas tax money not fixing roads.

Steve Hilton walks PBD through California's high‑speed rail “bridge to nowhere,” how Newsom's project ballooned from $30 billion to $231 billion, still has no track, and is now funded by hidden cap‑and‑trade taxes — all while Californians pay more for gas, energy and fantasy trains.