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Iran
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Artificial Intelligence
California
Gun Violence
Job Market
Charlie Kirk
Covid-19 Vaccines
United States
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Political Violence
Healthcare
Jimmy Kimmel
Utah Valley University
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American Academy Of Pediatrics
Economy
Rob Reiner
Social Security

KCBS Radio's "Bay Current" is a bi-weekly news and information podcast keeping you current on Bay Area stories. New episodes are out on Tuesdays and Fridays. Hosted by Mallory Somera and KCBS Radio staff.

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Inflation headed up in April just as holiday travel season heats up, leading President Donald Trump to propose a gas tax holiday and Americans struggling to pay for basics.

KCBS Radio's "Bay Current" is a bi-weekly news and information podcast keeping you current on Bay Area stories. New episodes are out on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Hosted by Mallory Somera and KCBS Radio staff.

How will the spike in gas prices affect summer travel? And once you're on vacation, do you have to check work emails? Here's more on summer travel trends and topics, plus the new federal guidelines that say passports don't belong in the hands of dead... more

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Patrick Jackson
Associate professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases
University of Virginia
Episode: BONUS: Hantavirus unleashed on cruise ship: How worried should you be?
Ian Hawke
Medical/health correspondent translating research for lay audience
WWL New Orleans
Episode: BONUS: Hantavirus unleashed on cruise ship: How worried should you be?
Leah Bauch
Epidemiologist with the Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota Department of Health
Episode: BONUS: Hantavirus unleashed on cruise ship: How worried should you be?
Natalie Lung
Bloomberg journalist covering Uber partnership
Bloomberg
Episode: BONUS: Uber tries to become one-stop shop for travelers, and are we doing enough to protect kids from AI?
Jeff Fowler
Representative from Common Sense Media, Youth AI Safety Institute
Common Sense Media
Episode: BONUS: Uber tries to become one-stop shop for travelers, and are we doing enough to protect kids from AI?
Lindsey Cohn
Visiting associate at Columbia School of International and Public Affairs
Columbia University
Episode: BONUS: How Iran became the mosquito in the room
Bruce Fine
Lawyer specializing in Constitution, international civil rights and government regulatory law
Independent legal expert
Episode: BONUS: How Iran became the mosquito in the room
Chad Benson
Commentator providing AI and energy insights
KRLD (Dallas)
Episode: BONUS: What it's really like to lose your job to AI (Hint: you have to teach the robot how to replace you)
Patty Duran
Founder, Georgians for Affordable Energy
Georgians for Affordable Energy
Episode: BONUS: What it's really like to lose your job to AI (Hint: you have to teach the robot how to replace you)

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Christy Strauser
Host of On Deadline / Odyssey Newsrooms; leads introductions and discussion across segments

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Great Bay Updates

    Really enjoy these podcasts. They really give the Bay Area the attention to things we don’t always think about. Always learn something new!

    Apple Podcasts
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    misti p
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!!

    Fantastic source for all things SF! Cannot recommend enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggoldman124
    United States4 years ago

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BONUS: Uber tries to become one-stop shop for travelers, and are we doing enough to protect kids from AI?
Q: How are you testing AI safety for kids, and when might these practices be applied in practice?
Common Sense Media is launching the Youth AI Safety Institute to test AI apps with teenagers, publish risk reports, and eventually create automated, ongoing testing to rate safety, with the intent of informing parents and schools about trustworthy AI tools.
BONUS: Uber tries to become one-stop shop for travelers, and are we doing enough to protect kids from AI?
Q: So Natalie, how is this going to work with Uber and Expedia?
The two services will be integrated so users can book hotels within the Uber app, with Uber One members getting discounts on hotel bookings; the partnership aims to increase cross-use and loyalty for both platforms.
BONUS: Jobs, but not boring! Where have all the skilled workers gone? Plus best summer jobs and 'fudging' your job for a date
Q: What are some of the red flags that the person you're dating might be fudging their financial future?
The guest outlines that people may exaggerate or lie about assets, earnings, or future prospects for emotional reasons, so listeners should look for inconsistencies and verify through practical checks like credit signals and cash-flow realities, while maintaining healthy dialogue about money.
BONUS: Two Congressmen resign over sexual misconduct: 'It's a free for all'
Q: Can you tell us what the reaction has been to Swalwell's resignation?
The reaction has been mixed but leans toward relief among some Republicans who view Swalwell as a liability, while Democrats worry about losing a vote margin in a closely divided House, making the replacement race highly consequential.
BONUS: 'A worldview that doesn't match reality:' Trump lays out case for Iran, and reaction is harsh
Q: What is the core justification the administration used for engaging Iran now?
The guest and host discuss that the justification centers on preventing Iranian aggression and disrupting capabilities, but there is contention over whether the strategy is coherent, feasible, or likely to achieve declared aims.

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This show covers a broad mix of regional news, policy, technology, and science with a Bay Area focus. Episodes often blend hard-hitting local reporting with national and international context, including energy markets, politics, climate, and technology impacts on everyday life. Noteworthy tendencies include a steady thread of livable, real-world implications—from gas prices and urban policy to space exploration and cybersecurity—delivered through a combination of expert guests, field reports, and journalist perspectives. The format tends to pair data-driven analysis with human-interest angles, making it useful for listeners who want practical takeaways for business, policy, and community life in the Bay Area and beyond.

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2. Ian Hawke
3. Leah Bauch
4. Natalie Lung
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6. Lindsey Cohn
7. Bruce Fine
8. Chad Benson

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