
Deep in the Mojave Desert, there is a little town with a big name and a bizarre history: California City. For decades, real estate developers have sold a dream here: if you buy land now, you’ll be rich one day. Thousands of people bought this dream. Many were young couples and hard-working immigrants looking to build a better future. But much of the land they bought is nearly worthless. In this n... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 119 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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This series presents in-depth investigative reporting on California's urban issues, with a strong emphasis on housing, policy, and local governance. Episodes frequently blend on-the-ground reporting, data analysis, and personal stories from residents, activists, and officials to illuminate how funding decisions, zoning, and political dynamics shape urban life and inequities. A standout aspect is the rigorous, data-driven approach paired with intimate storytelling, which often centers Los Angeles and Southern California but expands to related policy areas like immigration, labor, and public health to paint a wider picture of how policy affects everyday life.
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California City launched 6 years ago and published 119 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on California City include:
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2. McKenna Kramer
3. Kevin Tidmarsh
4. Ashley Winter
5. Aaron Schrank
6. Jared Bennett
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8. Steven Steiner
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