214 episodes

Weekly News Roundups and Conversations with California’s Leaders in Politics and Policy.

SacTown Talks Jarhett Blonien

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Weekly News Roundups and Conversations with California’s Leaders in Politics and Policy.

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

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

    Today we welcome Adam Probolsky, a renowned pollster from Probolsky Research, discusses the recent election outcomes, voter sentiments, and the apparent disconnect between Californian policymakers' progressivism and the electorate's views.

    This episode was recorded on 4/10/2024

    SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

    • 33 min
    E330: Beyond the Wheel - Navigating Autonomous Vehicles with Adam Kovacevich

    E330: Beyond the Wheel - Navigating Autonomous Vehicles with Adam Kovacevich

    Today we welcome Adam Kovacevich, CEO and founder of the Chamber of Progress. We discuss the founding of the Chamber of Progress, the evolution of tech policy, the potential of autonomous vehicles, safety concerns, employment impact, the future of AV technology and more.

    This episode was recorded 3/26/2024

    SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

    • 26 min
    E329: Building High-Performance Leaders with Nick Warner

    E329: Building High-Performance Leaders with Nick Warner

    Today we welcome Nick Warner of Nick Warner Consulting. After 30 years of experience in lobbying, Warner is a dedicated business coach, and hosts his own podcast 'Together at the Top'. We discuss the value of mentorship, meaningful client connections, the significance of personal development, podcasting for businesses and more.

    This episode was recorded 3/19/2024

    SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

    • 49 min
    E328: From Housing to Human Rights - Assemblymember Chris Ward on Shaping the Future

    E328: From Housing to Human Rights - Assemblymember Chris Ward on Shaping the Future

    Today we welcome to the program Assemblymember Chris Ward. Ward represents AD78, serves as Chair of the Assembly Housing, the Community Development Committee, as well as the Select Committee on Biotechnology. We discuss housing affordability, homelessness, utility pricing, elder scams and more.

    This episode was recorded 3/13/2024

    SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

    • 35 min
    E327: A New Era of Politics - Assemblymember Alex Lee on Change, Challenges, and Progress

    E327: A New Era of Politics - Assemblymember Alex Lee on Change, Challenges, and Progress

    Today we welcome to the program, Assemblymember Alex Lee. Lee represents Assembly District 24 and currently serves as Chair of the Committee on Human Services, the Select Committee on Social Housing, and the Legislative Progressive Caucus. We discuss voter enthusiasm, LGBTQ+ rights, tax policies and more.

    This episode was recorded 3/7/2024

    SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

    • 30 min
    E326: Exploring the Legislative Process - A Chief of Staff Perspective

    E326: Exploring the Legislative Process - A Chief of Staff Perspective

    Today we welcome to the program Aaron Vad, Chief of Staff to Assemblyman Connolly. Vad is one of the youngest staffers to hold a Chief of Staff position. We discuss Aaron's journey in politics, the challenges and rewards of working in the Capitol, the importance of communication and networking, and more.

    This episode was recorded 3/5/2024

    SacTown Talks is a podcast about California politics, policy and culture. We feature interviews with California political leaders, and analysis by experts and insiders focusing on the Capitol. Like, share, and subscribe to learn more!

    • 47 min

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