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Governor Newsom and Democratic allies announced Thursday that they will propose a constitutional amendment — The Election Rigging Response Act — to counter Texas and other Red states' mid-decade redistricting plans. Framing the proposal as a response to GOP efforts to Gerrymander and "rig" Texas' elections next year in order to protect Republican control of congress, the proposal would replace California's current congressional district maps with new maps to be used in the 2026, 2028 and 2030 elections.  The California's Citizens Redistricting Commission would resume mapmaking duties after the 2030 census.Our guest today is California political data and redistricting whiz Paul Mitchell, who was tasked with coming up with the new maps just two weeks ago. Mitchell described the process of drawing the new maps, why the redistricting effort was necessary, and tells us which seats will see the most changes.Plus-  Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics:47 Redistricting1:58 Podcast Schedule3:31 Paul Mitchell and an intense two weeks7:14 The opposition8:16 "Can we do a 52 - zero map?"9:42 "The Commission's work is the Gold Standard"12:34 Comparison to other states' process14:55 Kevin Kiley's proposal16:44 Role of AI in redistricting20:57 There is no perfect map22:47 Which seats are in for a significant change?23:35 "Young Kim gets a great district?"26:15 "There are winners and losers"28:35 It's not about the maps - it's about the fight against Trump29:40 "It is a gross-looking district"32:08 The polling36:23 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

When Hee Haw first debuted in 1969 many saw it as a cornpone knockoff of Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In and while the show did indeed trade in cornpone comedy it also carved out it's own niche, running in syndication until 1993. Hosted by country music Hall of Famers Buck Owens and Roy Clark, the show mixed regular features with bits involving special guests -- usually another top country musician. For much of urban America Hee Haw served as a gateway to country music and the show retains a devoted following through DVD releases and streaming. As always, find extra cuts below and thanks for sharing our shows! Want more Hee Haw? Hosts Buck Owens and Roy Clark were spotlighted in Pickin' and Grinnin' which saw groaner jokes alternate with blazing guitar and banjo licks. https://youtu.be/2m7FifTu39I?si=mBcHZrEqinUtV4K6 Hee Haw drew the best in country comedy -- and in this case the country is Canada. Don Harron reprised his popular Charlie Farquharson character from Canadian television -- bringing you all the updates from Radio KORN.https://youtu.be/8XiOJQIEDC4?si=0TCNIjXDAQkNy0f5 One of Hee Haw's recurring bits was The Cornfield -- an homage to Laugh-In's Joke Wall. Performers would pop up alone or in small jokes and deliver a rim-shot worthy joke. https://youtu.be/pQH6Py7YmYI?si=bDVMehmKH8VDs-Il&t=419  

We're joined today by Kevin Liao of Frontrunner Strategies. Liao spent over four years as Press Secretary and Communications Director for former Speaker Anthony Rendon, before moving on to national campaign work. He was on first Elizabeth Warren and then Joe Biden's 2020 campaign teams, and handled comms for Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz as she barnstormed the Midwest for the Harris-Walz ticket in 2024. He shares stories from the road - and tells what advice he'd give any other California politicians who might be seeking the White House. Plus - Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics.30: Kounalakis: Out!2:17 Experts Expound3:23 Lobbying numbers8:00 Kevin Liao12:43 Rendon's campaign for SUPI13:22 On the trail with Harris/Walz18:03 "The Capitol Community isn't the same..."19:31 Scrapple, butter sculptures and Tomato Pies25:30 Advice for Gov. Newsom?27:01 "Inconceivably nasty"31:55 A conundrum: Democratic ideas are popular, but not when associated with Democrats33:26 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

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Bill Taylor got a message on TikTok in November from a talent scout for America's Got Talent. Yes, he was interested, but he thought little of the outreach until two weeks later when the process began to have him and his Appalachian Heatherns fly to California for an audition in front of Simon Cowell, Sophia Vergara, Mel B and Howie Mandel.  The band recorded their audition in March. In June, it aired and the nation finally got to see and hear Taylor's bluegrass and countrified version of Bob Dylan's “Knockin' on Heaven's Door” which instantly vaulted Taylor and the Heatherns to global exposure. The performance warranted not just four “yes”es from the judging panel, but standing ovations from everyone in the packed theatre. The Facebook video of the audition alone stands at over 11 million views. Taylor and Appalachian Heatherns drummer Joe Cox joined us on Roots Music Rambler this week to take a breath from a month of exploding in the wake of national TV exposure. The band's social media presence has blown up, they sold out a headline show at The Burl in Lexington, Ky., in July. They've also been added to a number of festival lineups and headline shows in the coming months. The second audition of America's Got Talent is not scheduled but is likely to occur sometime in August or September, so the band is keeping the schedule loose. Taylor broke some news in the episode, revealing the band has a full-length album planned for release late this year, and hinted at some big live event news coming soon. We also dug into how both Taylor and Cox came to music and more. Frank and Falls also talked about Amanda Shire's long-awaited new album and single, and shared their normal Pickin' the Grinnin' segment with recommendations of new music for you. Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Bill Taylor and the Appalachian Heatherns online Bill Taylor and the Appalachian Heatherns AGT audition Bill Taylor and the Appalachian Heatherns on Spotify Bill Taylor (solo) on Spotify Bill Taylor on Instagram Bill Taylor on Facebook Amanda Shires new single “A Way it Goes” The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations Hollerhead Wild Earp Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 | Chained To Your Love (Paul Simpson Remix)  | Moment Of Truth  | 2022 (1977) | Pickin' Up Pieces (Vocal/Long Version)  | Brenda K. Starr  | 1985 | My Magic Man (Magic Mix)  | Rochelle  | 1985 | You And Me (National Version)  | Simphonia feat. Carmen Brown  | 1986 | Tell The World How I Feel About 'Cha Baby (Paul Simpson Re-edit)  | Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes  | 2025 (1975) | Never, Ever  | Hiroshima  | 1979 | Treat Her Sweeter (Dance Mix)  | The Paul Simpson Connection  | 1985 | Sing The Message  | Juicy  | 1982 | Dial My Number (Vocal)  | Pauli Carman  | 1986 | I Never Could Have Made It  | Jesse Davis  | 1979 | If You Can't Tell Me Something Good  | The Mark IV  | 1982 | What's It Worth (Long Version)  | Lotti G.  | 1982 | We Belong Together (Just You And Me)  | Tony Valor Sounds Orchestra  | 1978 | Disco Sax  | Houston Person  | 1975 | Looking For The Real Thing  | Shirley Brown  | 1984 | Let's Go Together (Vocal/LP Version)  | Change  | 1985 | Check It Out  | Trilark  | 1982 | Don't Bring Back Memories (Larry Sanders Extended)  | Four Tops  | 2013 (1969) | Carry On, Turn Me On (Special Disco Record)  | Space  | 1977 | Lay All Your Love On Me (Disconet Remix)  | Abba  | 1980

Another jam-packed episode. We start with reaction to Kamala Harris' bombshell announcement that she will not seek the governorship in 2026, effectively resetting the race, at least on the Dem side. Next up, we welcome Brad Heavner who has stepped into big shoes as Executive Director of The California Solar & Storage Association (CALSSA), replacing longtime ED Bernadette Del Chiaro.  Heavner has his job cut out for him; the transition comes at a crucial time for California's solar industry, with rooftop solar facing headwinds from DC and Sacramento. And finally, we tell you Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics. 1:52 The Top 100 is coming4:08 The Intern Program8:22 Kamala: OUT!14:43 Brad Heavner17:11 A fraught time for alternative energies18:35 Net Metering19:42 Rate changes22:14 Who has solar?25:01 Legislation29:59 Labor vs. Enviros32:16 Are you optimistic?35:38 #WWCA40:05 Lyndon LaRouche45:38 Things Fell ApartWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

James T. and Producer Aaron give a comical, but serious, example of how liberals are still conducting modern day slavery tactics and proving American citizens can and will do labor for a decent wage. This one will make you shout, "wait a Cotton-Picken' minute"!

 This was such a fun interviewand such a pleasure talking with Kolton Moore (of Kolton Moore and The Clever Few) from his home town-populaton 67! They have so much going a new single“Strawberry Thief” out TODAY, a new album “A Place That I Call Home” (available for pre-order now) out in September, and a fall tour kicking off soon! We chatted about how this new record differs from the others. Kolton called it a “grown up record”. We also chatted about how he got started in his career by taking a chance and entering a contest from a Texas radio station called “The Pickin' Party” and how things have gone from there. Truly a greatconversation with a truly humble human being.  Kolton Moore & The Clever Few have announced their sixth studio album A Place That I Call Home, due out September 26. Produced by GRAMMY-winner Matt Ross-Spang (JasonIsbell, Margo Price), the new album finds the band navigating adulthood while taking stock of hard-earned life lessons along the way.   Recorded in full-band takes at Ross-Spang's Memphis studio in less than five days, A Place That I Call Home captures Kolton Moore & The Clever Few's electrifying mix of rock, blue-collarstorytelling and Texas-sized country hooks. Lyrically, the songs here are mined from Moore's personal experiences, from wild teenage nights and mental health journeys to the joys of fatherhood. The end result is an album about redefining the meaning of home from a road-warrior band that used to play 250 shows a year when they debuted in 2012.   Made up of frontman Kolton Moore and backed by lead guitarist Ryan Wilcox, bassist Matt Gumley, keys player Sam Jones and drummer Aaron Dowd, the band strikes the right balance between Southern grit and maturity on A Place That I Call Home. With almost 630,000 uniquemonthly listeners on Spotify alone, they're now shining a light on their evolution without pulling any of the punches that have landed their music on TV shows like Yellowstone and American Idol.  Be sure to check Kolton and the band out here:  Website: Koltonmoore.com  Youtube:koltonmooreandthecleverfew  FB: Kolton Moore and the CleverFew  IG: koltondmoore  TikTok: koltonmoore_thecleverfew 

Join us for a foot-stomping, banjo-picking good time as we dive into the heart of Oklahoma's bluegrass scene! In this episode, we're setting our sights on the annual Blanchard Bluegrass Festival at Lions Park, where families gather for two days of incredible music. We'll preview Friday's uplifting gospel music kickoff and all the traditional bluegrass jams that'll keep you grooving on Saturday. Plus, we'll talk about the delicious on-site food trucks and the chance for musicians to join in on impromptu jam sessions. Just grab your lawn chair and get ready to enjoy some fantastic tunes! Discover why Blanchard has become a must-visit for foodies, featuring local favorites like Burrito Grill, crowned the 2016 Made in Oklahoma Restaurant of the Year. Explore Blanchard's vibrant agritourism, from its bustling farmers market to a local winery, showcasing the best of Oklahoma's locally farmed and grown delights. We'll also touch on the OHA, the Route 66 Commission, the Tulsa Route 66 Capital Cruise, Mayor Monroe Nichols, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, FOX23, Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, Pioneer Fiber Internet, and Knippelmier Chevrolet. Special Thanks to our partner, Oklahoma Hunters and Anglers. Want some Only in OK Show swag?  

We've got a jam-packed episode this week: Podcast cohost Tim Foster marks TWENTY years at Capitol Weekly. Then we speak with Frank Torres, the new Director of Political and Legislative Advocacy for the United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals. Finally, we tell you who had the Worst Week in California Politics, and for the first time ever, the #WWCA 'winner' is not human!:54 What's on Capitol Weekly2:50 Twenty years at Capitol Weekly!4:28 A California version of Roll Call5:44 "I was happily working as a construction worker"8:20 "Shane [Goldmacher] was the first person to identify Paul Mitchell as someone we should keep an eye on"10:18 Tom Hoeber14:00 Frank Torres14:44 Following the budget16:35 The difference between UNAC/UHCP and California Nurses Association18:56 Nurse staffing21:32 AB140022:25 Impact of Immigration policy22:33 Addressing healthcare worker shortfall26:10 Origin story28:19 The Karen Bass campaign30:31 Al Checchi reference31:06 #WWCA37:00 Adam Gottlieb shout outWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

In 2018, a group of southern rock, soul and funk loving musicians from Lexington, Ky., got together to form a new band called Magnolia Boulevard. They quickly gelled and his momentum before the pandemic interrupted what seemed to be a sure rise to prominence in the emerging Americana blend of genres popular in today's clubs and music festivals.  As the COVID-19 fears subsided and they returned to the stage, their original drummer and universally loved musician Todd Copeland, died suddenly. But co-founders Maggie Noëlle and Ryan Allen continued working on their songwriting and the budding partnership, mixed in with a little grit and determination, and Magnolia Boulevard is still building to something bigger in 2025.  The sound of the band is led by the sultry and powerful voice of Noëlle, who joined us on Roots Music Rambler this week to talk about her Southern Virginia roots (she hails from the hometown of Ralph Stanley), the continual climb of the band, its new lineup (which she calls the “dream team”), being a mother while living her musical dreams, and so much more. Frank and Falls both admit to having crushes on Maggie, so this is a silly good episode with the leader of a band we can't recommend enough. The co-hosts also discuss Planting by the Signs, the new album from S.G. Goodman, and have their normal Pickin' the Grinnin' segment with recommendations of new music for you. Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Magnolia Boulevard Online Magnolia Boulevard on Spotify Magnolia Boulevard on Instagram Maggie Noëlle on Instagram The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations The Reverend Horton Heat Drayton Farley Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We won't use that old Mark Twain quote (that he probably never wrote anyway) but fighting over water has been California's favorite pastime for at least 175 years. If you think norcal/socal baseball rivalries are bitter - try the socal vs. Delta water wars. One of the people tasked with managing that aqua drama is Jennifer Pierre, General Manager for the State Water Contractors  – a statewide, non-profit association of the public water agencies that contract with the Department of Water Resources to receive water from the State Water Project. The SWP provides water for 27 million Californians and 750,000 acres of farmland.  A UC Davis alumna with a bachelor's in environmental biology and conservation, Pierre has 20 years of experience in Delta management and uses that experience to help improve water supply and operations for the SWC. She joined us to talk about challenges of climate change, issues from overpumping groundwater, and if DC and and California can make nice on Water Policy.1:01 Capitol Weekly Insiders Survey1:58 Dominique Donette2:58 AI podcasts3:33 Top 100 Party6:04 Jennifer Pierre7:30 Water in the California Budget8:53 "Housing doesn't happen without water"9:41 Background12:53 Managing Climate Change: Hydrology13:41 Subsidence: "We've got a major problem on our hands"16:59 Status of DC vs. California water fights20:04 Playing peacemaker among different stakeholders22:43 Prop. 4 implementation26:30 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io  

The Hammer and The Hatchet join us on the Coyote Radio Show and Podcast for an in-depth conversation about their journey, their roots in Brown County, Indiana, and the stories behind their heartfelt, harmony-driven music. We talk about their new music, community, and the Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival. https://www.thehammerandthehatchet.com/ Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival - Aug. 7th-9th 2025

On July 8, Capitol Weekly and the University of California Student and Policy Center presented California and AI, a daylong look at the Golden State's approach to regulating Artificial Intelligence. California is a global leader in AI technology and lawmakers in Sacramento are tasked with creating legislation and regulations that will help the state maintain leadership in this emerging industry, while creating guardrails that protect Californians. Legislators have introduced over 30 AI-related bills this session, and nearly 20 AI bills were signed into law by Governor Newsom in 2024. Senator Scott Wiener led the charge both this year and last, and has emerged as one of the key voices in the discussion around AI regulation, and we present his Keynote as part of today's podcast. His remarks begin at about the 16 minute mark.1:48 Mecha-Hitler3:15 Op-Eds12:25 Remembering George Steffes15:58 Senator Scott Wiener42:23 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

Artistic Director Grace Rogers of the Cowan Creek Mountain Music School joins us on the show to talk about the history of the school and what visitors can expect if they attend. Since 2002, the Cowan Creek Mountain Music School has brought together musicians of all ages on Big Cowan in Letcher County, Kentucky, to celebrate and learn Appalachian music. From fiddle and banjo tunes to ballads, hymns, square dancing, and storytelling—CCMMS offers an immersive experience in mountain tradition, taught by culture bearers who live it. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, there's something here for everyone. https://cowancreekmusic.org/  Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival - Aug. 7th-9th 2025

Did you know there's a music festival coming Labor Day weekend that features an incredible roster of singers, songwriters and bands in the Americana, country, folk and bluegrass space and the tickets to said event are absolutely free? You do now.  The Manchester Music Fest is in its seventh iteration in eight years (damnit, COVID) and has always been completely free to the public to attend. Yes, you have to get there. Manchester is a small little burg nestled in the heart of the Eastern Kentucky Appalachians. But it's a short drive from Interstate 75 South from Lexington and North from Knoxville and is a community just bursting at the bit to welcome people to visit. This year's lineup (did we mention it's free yet?):  Brent Cobb & the Fixin's Nicholas Jamerson & The Morning Jays Taylor Hunnicut The Creekers Hollerhead Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley Bill Taylor & The Appalachian Heathens Deep South Scott T. Smith Abe Partridge Emily Jamerson Roy Caudill Stinky Pete Spooky Fox The Seas Mayor of Shenanigans  Colby Sams For free? Yes. Free. Tim Parks and Jess Bowman are two of the people behind the Manchester Music Fest. They sat in with Falls this week to talk about the event, how they can pull this off without charging for tickets, booking artists and the impact of such an event on a small community. But they also talked about the early challenges some clever marketing presented for the isolated community in them thar hills (as they say). Parks is even currently or formerly involved in the management and road management of acts like The Creekers and Sundy Best, so a lot of fun insights fell out of the conversation. Frank also recaps the recent tribute concert for her late friend Lindsey Woodward and, of course, Frank and Falls also have their normal Pickin' the Grinnin' choices of recommendations of new music for you to experience.  Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Manchester Music Fest Online Manchester Music Fest Instagram City of Manchester, Kentucky online Clay County Kentucky Fiscal Court Online Bill Taylor and the Appalachian Heathens on America's Got Talent The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations Lola Kirke Gasoline Lollipops Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating Records, bringing you vintage music to which you can't not tap your toes, from rapidly rotating 78 RPM records of the 1920s and '30s. So why is a photograph of a cotton field the featured image on thsi week's Rapidly Rotating Records playlist? Well, because in addition to playing […] The post A “Cotton Pickin'” Edition of RRR # 1, 303 July 6, 2025 appeared first on Glenn Robison's Rapidly Rotating 78 RPM Records.

We're joined today by Christina Snider-Ashtari, Tribal Affairs Secretary to Governor Gavin Newsom and head of the Governor's Office of Tribal Affairs. Snider-Ashtari was first appointed to the position in 2018 by Governor Brown and previously served as Executive Secretary of the California Native American Heritage Commission. We spoke to her about both governors' approaches to Tribal policy, about the California Truth & Healing Council, and about the deep Native history on Alcatraz, which President Trump has suggested might be returned to use as a federal prison.Plus, Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics?1:03 Capitol Weekly story update2:05 Ai Conference3:17 Capitol Insiders Survey4:45 Christina Snider-Ashtari7:16 Appointed February 201810:32 Governor Brown11:40 Differences between Brown and Newsom13:43 Governor Newsom's apology for genocide of California Indians16:52 Alcatraz18:10 Red Power movement22:19 California Truth & Healing Council26:02 "Nothing was here, then gold was found, then people came"29:25 What has been the response of the Tribes?33:56 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io 

Kellie and Allen celebrate their 8th wedding anniversary with a little off-key crooning to their wedding song. Does this mean they should bring back a little Pickin' & Grinnin'? Hmmm.... Kellie had an encounter with a TV star from her childhood, while Allen rubbed elbows with some of the biggest names in golf.  Find out all about Kellie and Allen's separate vacation plans and the intensive grooming process that went into it. Should Pickin' & Grinnin' return? Should there be another Podcast Family Vacation in 2026? Let Kellie and Allen know at Podcast@KellieandAllen.com.  Thank you to our podcast sponsors! Legacybox makes it possible to reconnect with the people and moments that matter most, before time erases them forever. Go to Legacybox.com/SANDWICH to get 50% off today.  Fetch a free jumpstart trial bag of Ruff Greens for your dog -- you just cover the cost of shipping -- at RuffGreens.com and just promo code SANDWICH. You don't have to change your dog's food to improve your dog's health… Just add a scoop of Ruff Greens!  Give your summer closet an upgrade—with Quince. Go to Quince.com/sandwich for free shipping on your order and 365 returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Lehane has a solid gold resume in professional politics: consultant and oppo research in the Clinton White House, Press Secretary to VP Al Gore, and the source of the report on the "vast right wing conspiracy" so infamously cited by Hillary Clinton. Lehane also handles a wide array of corporate, Labor, entertainment and sports clients. Until recently he was Head of Global Policy and Public Affairs for Airbnb, and since 2024 has been VP of Global Affairs and a member of the executive team at OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence organization based in San Francisco. Lehane joined us to talk about the opportunities and dangers of this fascinating new technology and to make the case for the importance of California maintaining its role as a global leader in AI.Plus - who had the Worst Week in California Politics?1:26 Capitol Weekly this week4:53 The Top 100 is coming!10:23 Chris Lehane11:32 What is Open Ai?14:25 Fastest growing internet platform15:29 Ai to benefit humanity16:17 Impact on jobs17:01 Ai is going to change everything - on the level with electricity, fire and the wheel22:24 "Building democracy in at the front end"25:36 Educating lawmakers about Ai28:17 Twenty percent of Californians now use Open Ai30:01 How do legislators set up guardrails?33:47 The "Big Beautiful Bill" precludes state Ai legislation - will it pass?  Should it?39:28 Competition between US and China41:21 End on a high note: California is the leader in Ai43:01 The Red Flag Law45:45 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

Nicholas Jamerson is regarded as one of the finer songwriters in the current Americana, folk and country scene. His heartfelt lyrics of love, loss and lamentation born from the hills of Eastern Kentucky were the foundation of the success of Sundy Best, his award-winning band and collaboration with Kris Bentley. But after its temporary break-up/hiatus, Jamerson continued writing and recording as a solo act, often backed by the Morning Jays, his support band. He's churned out six studio and two live albums over the last decade, the newest of which, The Narrow Way, dropped June 20. It is the third album in a trilogy preceded by The Wild Frontier (2020) and Peace Mountain (2023). Jamerson joined Roots Music Rambler this week to talk about the new album, which he acknowledged is a bit meditative about life, love and loss. He also talked about his new status as an elder statesman in the folk/singer-songwriter space, how he balances projects like Sundy Best which still tours, and his past as a high school and college football star. You'll notice Jamerson repeats the notion that songs and songwriting are his “work.” We're lucky to be able to experience the craftsmanship. Frank and Falls also file their 2025 Americana Music Association Awards Ballot and have their normal Pickin' the Grinnin' choices of recommendations of new music for you to experience.  Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Nicholas Jamerson Online Nicholas Jamerson on Patreon Nicholas Jamerson on Spotify Sundy Best Online Sundy Best on Spotify Nicholas Jamerson on Instagram Nicholas Jamerson on Facebook The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations The Gypsy Kings The Creekers Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republican Suzette Martinez Valladares was elected to the California State Assembly in 2020 and served for two years, narrowly losing a reelection bid for the newly drawn 40th Assembly district, then winning a seat in the Senate in 2024. In the Assembly, Valladares was a founding member of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus. She also serves as the Minority Whip - the first Senate Republican Whip in some time, a reflection of the GOP's increased presence in the body. She spoke with us about pursuing policy goals during a year that has been, to put it mildly, a wild ride, (with no end in sight) and offered her perspective on the Immigration raids in Los Angeles and elsewhere.:47 Vacaville State Prison story1:42 Online sports betting3:00 California Lowrider Holiday photos3:28 The Micheli Minute6:18 SenatorSuzette Martinez Valladares6:58 A wild year9:32 Minority Whip11:17 "An affordability crisis"14:47 Prop. 3618:21 The Problem Solvers and Hispanic Caucuses22:16 Perspective on Immigration raids26:49 a Xennial27:37 #WWCAPhoto by Ellie Appleby, Capitol WeeklyWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

This week on The Coyote Radio Show & Podcast, we're hangin' with none other than Drayton Farley — one of the most authentic voices in modern Americana and country music. We talk about several topics including touring, new music, and his approach to songwriting. From Alabama soul to raw acoustic storytelling, Drayton brings honesty and heart to every note — and this conversation is no different. https://draytonfarley.com  Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival - Aug. 7th-9th 2025

This week! We're back from our one-week break and ready to talk Switch 2 launch. The hardware, the games, the battery life, the accessories. We dig into our impressions on all that stuff. Join us, won't you? https://www.youtube.com/live/yAT63FVJ6F0 Links of interest: Mario Kart World Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour South of Midnight Picross Juufuutei Raden's Guide for Pixel Museum Arcade Archives 2: Ridge Racer Ninja Gaiden Ragebound Mina the Hollower Yakuza 0: Director's Cut Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Growing Up Gaming - The Nintendo 64 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 02:08:12

Founded in 1918, the California Manufacturers and Technology Association promotes policies designed to stimulate economic growth and create jobs. Today, CMTA represents 400 manufacturing businesses in California, which is the largest manufacturing state in the country. Heading up that operation is Lance Hastings, who began his career as a capitol staffer and has a long history with California trade associations. Hastings probably thought that the COVID pandemic would be the biggest disruptor of the state's manufacturing industry in his time, but President Trump's 'on again, off again' tariff policy may give COVID a run for its money. He joins us to talk about the state of California's manufacturing industry, tariffs, and just how long it might take to reshore production.Plus, Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics?1:50 A change in senate leadership3:12 Trump vs. Musk poll4:08 Budget funds private foster agencies4:42 The Top 100 is coming9:53 Matt Rexroad10:45 Lance Hastings12:01 California: largest manufacturing state in the country13:21 Workforce17:39 Tariffs24:52 it took 40 years to lose manufacturing - it will take at least that long to bring it back25:31 Impact of retaliatory tariffs27:47 Finding common ground with environmental advocates33:45 Cap and invest36:42 California Lowrider Holiday38:46 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io    

Roots Music Rambler is not designed to be a breaking news outlet, but don't tell Ben Chapman that. In our recent sit-down for Roots Music Rambler the Georgia-native and standout singer-songwriter dropped news item after news item. Chapman, who recently tied the knot with longtime girlfriend and fellow songwriter Meg McRee shared the news of their upcoming first child (which they'd already shared on social media), but then told of a new solo album coming up, plus a collaboration project with McRee, Brit Taylor and Adam Chafins. The foursome released “Gone as it Gets” three years ago. Apparently a 10-track LP from the group is due in early 2026! On his new solo album, Chapman said, “It's weird.” He likened it to Pink Floyd, but promised it wouldn't be a huge departure from what his fans have come to expect from him. Chapman's latest album is Downbeat. He's been touring in support of it for over a year now and has added up-and-coming performer to an already impressive songwriting resume which includes material recorded by Shelby Lynne, The Steel Woods, Flatland Cavalry and Muscadine Bloodline, among others. He's spent the better part of the last 6-7 years as a contract songwriter in Nashville, along with McCree, who is a frequent collaborator.  We were thrilled to have him join us and excited at the news he wound up sharing. You'll enjoy this episodes.  Frank and Falls also share this week's Pickin' the Grinnin' choices for artist recommendations for you.  Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Ben Chapman Online Ben Chapman on Spotify Ben Chapman on Instagram Meg McRee on Spotify Meg McRee on Instagram The Chapman/McCree/Brit Taylor/Adam Chaffins collaboration The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations Rooster Blackspur Bruce Springsteen's Land of Hopes and Dreams (new protest EP) Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From 'Reception Perception' (subscribe here):In this clip, the guys share their thoughts on what to expect from George Pickens in Dallas this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Reception Perception' (subscribe here): Matt Harmon and James Koh share their thoughts on what to expect from George Pickens in Dallas this season. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts. Follow the guys on Twitter @JamesDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts. Watch segments of the show on YouTube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Harmon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

My good buddy and the founder of Laurel Cove Music Festival joins us on the Coyote Radio Show and Podcast! Get the inside scoop on what to expect at this year's festival — from exciting new changes to the incredible lineup of music hitting the stage. Whether you're a longtime fan or thinking about making your first trip to the Cove, this episode tells you everything you need to know about this amazing Kentucky music festival.  https://www.laurelcovemusicfestival.com/ Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival - Aug. 7th-9th 2025

Today we welcome Amy O'Gorman Jenkins, the state's preeminent cannabis lobbyist - so much so that she earned the nickname "Pot Girl" back when Gavin Newsom was still just the Lieutenant Gov. Jenkins, was one of the first lobbyists for the state's once-maligned, now coveted, cannabis industry, first when she worked out of Darius Anderson's shop, then later at her own firm, Precision Advocacy. She was lead lobbyist for the California Cannabis Industry Association for a decade, but left this year to head up new a new cannabis trade group representing the state's largest retailers, The California Cannabis Operators Association. Jenkins describes an industry in peril, with legal outlets closing, legal sales dropping, and the state's cannabis excise tax poised to go up July 1 unless the legislature acts.Plus, as always, we tell you Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics.1:42 Prop. 103 repeal?4:25 Changing the excise tax on cannabis?5:24 "A week of Lea/hs"6:19 Should Kamala Harris still be considered a frontrunner for California Governor?7:08 Polling on Democrats' attitudes8:11 Jason Sisney's Budget odds8:46 California and AI9:44 Amy O'Gorman Jenkins10:59 Origin story12:04 "Pot Girl"13:01 The change in attitude toward the cannabis industry15:02 #AB56418:03 The cannabis industry in crisis20:13 Illicit sales are still far larger than legal sales26:47 CA's cannabis excise tax is 124% higher than Michigan's27:27 Cannabis is taxed at 2.5 times the rate of tobacco and 6 times the rate of alcohol29:44 How dire is the crisis?30:51 about 68% of CA jurisdictions ban legal cannabis31:54 National cannabis legislation?33:32 "This is a heritage industry"37:53 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

In this clip, the guys share their thoughts on what to expect from George Pickens in Dallas this season. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts. Follow the guys on Twitter @JamesDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts. Watch segments of the show on YouTube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Harmon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amigo the Devil on the Coyote Radio Show and Podcast

I'm thrilled to have my friends Clyde McGee and Lightnin' Luke of Bridge City Sinners on the Podcast! Come hang out with us on the tour bus while Clyde and Luke share their life stories, how they got into music, their experiences on tour, their solo careers, and what their future plans are.  https://www.bridgecitysinners.com/  https://flailrecords.com/  Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival - Aug. 7th-9th 2025

For Ireland's Mark Geary, America was everything. He moved to New York in the 1990s and cut his teeth in the music business alongside legendary artists like Jeff Buckley. Thirty years later, his songs continue to paint pictures of the modern Irish experience, especially as it relates to America. Geary sat down with Roots Music Rambler before his May headline show at The Monarch Music Community in Louisville, Ky., to talk about his latest album, In the Time of Locusts, songwriting, developing his sound and style and much more.  Geary is on the sonaBlast Records label, which is based in Louisville, but has a roster of independent singers, songwriters and bands from around the world. In fact, labelmate Cait Justice, a previous guest on Roots Music Rambler, even popped into the interview, recorded in the green room at The Monarch.  Frank and Falls also share this week's Pickin' the Grinnin' choices for artist recommendations for you.  Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Mark Geary online Mark Geary on Spotify Mark Geary on Instagram The Monarch Music & Arts Community Cait Justice episode of RMR The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations Magnolia Boulevard Amythyst Kiah Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Coyote Radio Show and Podcast, we take a closer look at the life and music of Nicky Diamonds. From early days to milestones, we explore the stories, influences, and moments that shaped his sound and career.  https://www.nickydiamondsmusic.com  Pickin' in the Backwoods Music Festival - Aug. 7th-9th 2025 https://www.pickininthebackwoods.com/ Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and please subscribe to our Youtube channel. Please consider donating to this podcast! Sponsors: https://www.dukesindy.com  https://www.jammnation.com https://www.coyoteradioshowandpodcast.com  https://www.pickininthebackwoods.com/  

In March, Assemblymember Buffy Wicks and a bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced a 22-bill package aimed at reforming the building permitting process in California, an effort to fast-track housing development statewide. Wicks described the package as an effort to “slash red tape, remove uncertainty and to drastically reduce the time it takes to get new housing approved and built” in California. Asm. Wicks joined us to talk about the bills, why they are needed, and what it will take to get the package to the governor's desk this year.Next up, we're joined by Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero to talk about the impact of the new Trump tariffs on the nation's busiest port. Long Beach has already seen a significant reduction in shipping traffic this month; now, with zero container ships leaving China destined for California ports, empty shelves - and job losses - are likely not for behind.Plus, as always, we tell you Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics1:33 Insurance2:43 Gubernatorial candidates4:29 "I wrote my Master's thesis on the Recall"5:14 Obligatory Alex Vassar reference5:55 New Capitol Weekly Insiders survey6:38 California Journal7:43 Asm. Buffy Wicks9:18 "People Want Change"10:25 The need for CEQA reform11:43 "A coalition of the willing"14:36 A streamlined housing package on the governor's desk in September14:47 BCTC and the Carpenters16:49 "In California we make it too damn hard to build"18:08 Permitting reform20:24 "Government has to deliver for people"21:58 Housing and Transportation Policy is Climate Policy24:17 "As someone who grew up in a trailer, and dreamt of a wooden house someday..."24:36 Where does the package go next?25:28 $10 Billion affordable housing bill26:01 Shout out to Asm. Joe Patterson27:33 Two things to solve the Housing Crisis28:04 Crisis Fatigue32:49 Mario Cordero33:22 Impact of the tariffs34:40 The timing36:43 May 2025 numbers vs. past39:38 Are ships sitting offshore, waiting to come in?42:29 "China plus one"43:24 State of the wareshouses at the Port46:02 How many workers are impacted?48:01 The Green Port Policy54:01 "When I was about 10 years old I wanted to be the Mexican-American Leonard Bernstein"56:24 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang"#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

On the podcast this time around, we complete our Acoustic Eclectic feature with more recent music that pushes and expands the envelope of acoustic music. We'll hear from Corkey Siegel's Chamber Blues, Luminscent Orchestrii, Jayme Stone's Folklife, Aly Bain-Ale Moller-Bruce Molsky and many more. We're reestablishing acoustic boundaries … this week on The Sing Out! Radio Magazine.Pete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian FolkwaysDaniel Koulack / “Blue Planet” / Frailing to Succeed / Little GiantCorky Siegel's Chamber Blues / “Time Will Tell Overture, Op. 25” / Different Voices / DawnserlyRayna Gellert / “Old Bangum” / Old Light / Story SoundMa, Duncan, Meyer & Thile / “13:8” / Goat Rodeo / Sony Old Crow Medicine Show / “Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again” / 50 Years of Blonde on Blonde / ColumbiaWe Banjo 3 / “Shove the Pig's Foot a Little Further in the Fire-Fine Times at Our House” / Live in Galway / Self-producedDaniel Koulack / “From Silence” / Frailing to Succeed / Little GiantMaeve Gilchrist & Victor Krauss / “Farika” / Vignette / Adventure Music AmericaJayme Stone's Folklife / “Candy Gal” / Jayme Stone's Folklife / BorealisLuminescent Orchestrii / “Jarba” / Neptune's Daughter / NMRAly Bain, Ale Moller & Bruce Molsky / “'Troll Tuning Set-King Karl's March-Devil's-Pickin' the Devil's Eye-The Hanged Man's Reel” / Meeting Point / WhirliePete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian Folkways

Our 400th episode! On today's show we welcome April Manatt, Executive Director of the California Problem Solvers Foundation. The California Problem Solvers' mission is to help elected officials find solutions through collaboration and mutual respect, and work in service to the people they represent. In short, to "put people over party," a nearly radical idea in today's hyper-partisan political environment.Prior to joining the Problem Solvers, Manatt ran the California Legislative Staff Education Institute. CLSE, a program of Capitol Impact, is dedicated to professional development for legislative staff, offering opportunities for staff to gain a deeper understanding of complex policy issues through discussions with experts, field trips and engagement with other staffers.Manatt spoke with us about her work in both of these organizations, and the importance of bipartisanship in policy making bridging the divide.Plus, as always, we tell you Who Had the Worst Week Week in California Politics.:20 400th Episode3:38 What's new at Capitol Weekly5:07 Speaking of interns: Ellie Appleby and Leah Lentz 9:14 April Manatt9:47 California Problem Solvers Foundation and Caucus12:53 "A labor of love"13:20 A challenging time to be doing this work15:18 Your role in the org16:43 Who funds the Foundation?19:20 California Legislative Staff Education Institute24:00 Relationship building24:39 How do staff participate?26:55 Attitude of the Problem Solvers Caucus31:56 Getting legislators out of the building to see what they are voting on32:57 Obligatory Alex Vassar mention33:57 What efforts have the Problem Solvers been involved in?37:06 What's on the agenda for the Foundation?40:03 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/ Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

We have a packed show today: first up, we chat with California Secretary of State Shirley Weber about The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, proposed federal legislation that would require all Americans to reregister to vote, in person, with either a birth certificate or passport. Weber outlines concerns that the law would effectively disenfranchise millions of voters who may not have access to their birth certificate, and those - like many married women - whose documents no longer match their birth name. And, perhaps an even bigger problem: who pays?  Counties project millions in costs to administrate, but the  legislation includes no funding mandate.We also spoke with Trans activist Ebony Harper, founding executive director of California TRANScends, and the author of The Trans Manifesto. Harper shared how she is responding to the current wave of anti-Trans sentiment, her reaction to Governor Newsom's recent podcast comments, and how Coast to Coast and NPR shaped her life.Plus - Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics?1:38 Capitol Weekly Update2:13 Correction: Dan Weintraub was the first California politics blogger3:33 Big Day of Giving: May 15:49 SOS Shirley Weber on the SAVE Act6:21 "What are they trying to save?"7:25 What does it do?8:41 Disproportionately affects women11:12 The fraud problem13:11 The cost to counties15:05 Impact on Trans people16:51 Litigation?18:01 Most states see this as an obstacle19:56 Ebony Harper24:01 How do you respond to the current moment?27:55 The Trans Manifesto30:09 The governor's comments carry a lot of weight, but..34:12 Anti-Trans messaging36:13 "The same playbook"37:13 Origin Story39:18 Coast to Coast and NPR42:37 "We're still coming out every day, even though it's a hostile environment"43:24 Where is Ebony Harper in five years?45:44 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/ Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

A Texas Democrat found herself alone in the cotton patch after some stupid remarks she made at a church. A emergency dispatcher found herself in the wrong place to order McDonald's--while she's taking a 911 call. An elementary school Asst. Principal found herself in the wrong place to get a foot rub by a 13-y/o student--in her office.In this Midweek BONUS Episode...Flight Passenger Slammed for Spraying ‘So Much' Disinfectant on Plane That Other Flyers Had Coughing FitsDemocrat Jasmine Crockett: “The Fact is Ain't None of Y'all Trying to Go & Farm Right Now...We Done Picking Cotton"China Is Installing Escalators on Mountains...So Anyone Can "Hike" ThemRestaurant Offers Up to 20% 'Skinny Discount' If Customers Can Fit Through Small Gaps in FenceA McDonald's Worker Choked a Customer for Grabbing Ranch SauceAn Emergency Dispatcher Was Caught Ordering McD's During a 911 Call3 Florida Teens Attacked the Easter BunnyMan Caused ‘Mini Explosion' After Cooking Raw Steak In Work MicrowaveAirport Security Found A SEX TOY in Woman's SuitcaseThe Scene that Causes Chaos at Screenings of "A Minecraft Movie"High School Baseball Player Facing 15 Counts of Battery for Urinating in Opposing Team's Water JugPA Pallbearers Plunge Into Burial Hole While Carrying CasketFL Man Hurls Bottles of Pee at Worker After Being Denied Job InterviewPolice Arrest 4 People for Riding Their "Emotional Support" Horses Through a WalmartCops Bust Drunk FL Man Wearing Pink Thong, Fake Breasts, Pink WigFL Middle School Assistant Principal Forced Student to Rub Her Feet(Stupidity At 35,000 Ft.) Passenger Throws Hissy Fit Over Meal, Forces Trans-Atlantic Flight Back to JFKJose Luis Ballester Took a Pee Break at the Masters...In a CreekMost Parents Give Kids Gifts On Their Sibling's Birthday So They Don't Feel Left OutKFC Introduces Fried Chicken-Flavored Toothpaste and It's Selling OutWould You Try a "Sm'oyster"? It's an Oyster / S'mores Mash-UpGet the rundown on the stupidity from the most recent current events & find out who did the most stupendous stupidity in this week's "Genus Awards"!

Jeff Pearlman has been a sportswriter for three decades, and is the best-selling author of ten books on sports, including Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s, which was adapted as the HBO series Winning Time. In February 2025 he turned his attentions to the ultimate contact sport: politics. His new Substack newsletter, The Truth OC, digs deep into Orange County politics, skewering what he refers to as "the crazy people" in many Orange County local governments. If he is unabashedly partisan, he brings the receipts, sharing photos, videos and other documents of officials behaving badly - or at least strangely.He spoke with us about his decision to cover local politics, how a lifetime of sportswriting prepared him for this beat, and why Democratic messaging "sucks." :36 Oral History of Speaker Robert Hertzberg1:45 Problems at the State Bar3:01 Experts Expound: The best and worst political jobs in California3:51 Welcome Jeff Pearlman8:39 The Truth OC10:57 Style12:52 Seal of God13:49 "You bring the receipts"16:08 Impact in the community18:04 Enjoying the cruelty22:13 How did sportswriting prepare you for this?25:06 "I find him so exasperating"25:52 Getting in your face29:02 The N word at a school board meeting30:55 Don't let things disappear34:16 Will this affect your sportswriting career?36:32 What journalists/writers do you follow?37:37 The new Jon Fleischman38:33 How long will you do this?40:33 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/ Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

What's the difference between the most famous athlete in Miami and the most famous athlete who plays in Miami? Is Mike White too big for his britches? Do you skip the intro? Do you want a microsite with your football? Which NFL Draft prospect reminds Dane Brugler of a porterhouse steak? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The details emerge about Tania Fernandes Anderson's plea deal. Could she be denaturalized and removed from America? Plus, Jasmine Crockett declares, "We done pickin' cotton." Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

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In this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler discuss Pete Hegseth rethinking Mexico, Mark Halperin, no-strategy Democrats, “inseminated” persons, Harris for California governorship, Walz's latest machinations, Stanford students identifying with killer Luigi Mangione, Bezos's Op-Ed changes, and anti-Semitism still on campuses.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.