Sacramento is home to one of the largest Hmong populations in the United States. Mai Vang, Sacramento City Councilmember, District 8, and Nancy Xiong of Hmong Innovating Politics join host Scott Syphax to give us an insider’s view into this
CA Youth Group Homes Funding Crisis
Governor Newsom’s budget could close the doors of safety-net providers, which protect and support children in crisis and their families. Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento Executive Director Glynis Butler-Stone and Board Member Heidi Sanborn join host Scott Syphax for a
Homelessness in Sacramento County
Sacramento County Supervisors recently voted to adopt the All In Sacramento plan, which strives to address the issues of people experiencing homelessness. In a candid conversation about homelessness in Sacramento County, homeless advocate Erin Johansen and Sacramento Cottage Housing’s Kris
Economic Outlook March 2024
The recession that most economists predicted would happen didn’t happen. Economist Sanjay Varshney joins host Scott Syphax to share his insights on what happened and where the economy may go next.
Congressman Dr. Ami Bera
Dr. Ami Bera has served the Sacramento region since 2013 and represents California’s 6th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. He joins host Scott Syphax to discuss his views on the significant issues of the day and
Sacramento and Beyond 2024
2024 will surely be an eventful year, including a national election for president and a local election marking the end of a mayoral era in Sacramento. California Opinion Editor Marcos Bretón of The Sacramento Bee joins host Scott Syphax for
Jeff Harris
Jeff Harris was a Sacramento City Councilmember for District 3 from 2014 to 2022. During his service, District 3 was ground zero to the homelessness crisis that is now pervasive throughout the Sacramento region. Former Councilmember Harris joins host Scott
60 Years of the Sacramento Observer
The Sacramento Observer has been a pillar in the Sacramento community for 60 years. Publisher Larry Lee joins host Scott Syphax for a conversation about the periodical’s storied history in Black journalism and its future.
Sacramento 2023
As 2023 begins, what is the new normal, and what matters to our local region and the state? California Opinion Editor Marcos Bretón of The Sacramento Bee and Ed Goldman of The Goldman State join host Scott Syphax for a
Studio Sacramento: The Asian American Glass Ceiling
Asian Americans are the fastest-growing, best-educated, and highest-income racial group in the U.S. However, this diverse community still experiences challenges reaching executive and management leadership positions. Ascend Executive Advisor Buck Gee and California Senator – District 6 Dr. Richard Pan join