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California Insider

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Homelessness
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Los Angeles
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Santa Monica
Drug Addiction
Mental Health
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Retail Theft
Homelessness In Los Angeles
California Fair Plan
Unemployment Benefits
Small Businesses
Mental Illness

California, as the wealthiest and most populated state in the nation, carries many leading roles in policy making, economic growth, cultural influences and technology development. California Insider, hosted by Siyamak Khorrami with The Epoch Times Southern California, showcases leaders and professionals across the state with inside information about trending topics and critical issues. Our mission... more

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California’s high-speed rail has been in the works for years, but the story behind its delays is more complex than it looks. In this episode, developer Elaine Culotti talks about why progress has slowed and what’s already taking shape. We dive deeper... more

Los Angeles County’s eviction process has become a drawn-out struggle over how property rights are enforced. Real estate attorney Avi Sinai shares what he’s seeing in court as legal delays and expanding tenant protections have changed how landlords a... more

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Recent Guests

Avi Sinai
Real estate attorney specializing in eviction litigation
Law firm in Los Angeles
Episode: How Eviction Delays Are Driving Up LA Rents | Avi Sinai
Dr. Daniel Sperling
UC Davis Professor and key policymaker in California's zero-emission movement.
UC Davis
Episode: How California’s EV Market Is Changing Without Incentives | Daniel Sperling
Brien Seeley
Aviation expert and inventor; known for his innovations in electric vehicles and aircraft
Episode: The Aerial Innovation That Could Stop Wildfires in California | Brien Seeley
Ryan Burris
Third-generation California commercial beekeeper
Episode: How 62% Hive Loss Is Impacting California Food Supply - And Why It Matters | Ryan Burris
Susan Shelley
Columnist for the Southern California News Group and VP of Communications with Howard Jarvis Association
Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association
Episode: Why Tax Increases in California Have Become Easier | Susan Shelley
Stan Ellis
Assemblymember and oil industry expert
Episode: 2,000 Permits Approved, but Are California’s Pipelines Still at Risk?
Professor Michael Mische
Industry expert and professor
Episode: 2,000 Permits Approved, but Are California’s Pipelines Still at Risk?
Skip York
Industry expert studying pipeline economics and issues
Episode: 2,000 Permits Approved, but Are California’s Pipelines Still at Risk?
Farid Yegupto
Lawyer representing victims of childhood sexual abuse
Episode: Why LA County Is Borrowing Billions: How Abuse Cases Could Affect California Cities Financially

Host

Siyamak Khorrami
Host of California Insider, he is known for bringing a critical eye to various issues impacting the state, facilitating dialogues with influential guests from diverse sectors.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Informative, and knowledgeable

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RCowLC
    4 months ago
  • Susan Shelley

    I’ve valued this podcast for its informative and balanced approach, but the most recent episode featuring Susan Shelley was disheartening. Her characterization of California’s government struck me as not only excessively cynical but also lacking in nuance. The broad generalizations she presented, such as:

    “It’s restricting housing and it’s restricting transportation and it’s restricting development and job-creating businesses can’t operate here. Everybody’s regulated to death and they’re leavin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    The Snick
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this show

    Great interviews about many topics that have been skewed, covered up, or ignored by msm, focusing on California. Thank you, Siyamak Khorrami, for this excellent, informative podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ellen3141
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must Listen To

    Its hard to find long form dialogue on California issues. It’s been nice to get different perspectives from people who have been involved on these different topics. Thank you California Insider 🙌 keep it up 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MFsays
    United Statesa year ago
  • We need more honest conversations like this

    Thanks so much for being politically neutral!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ami Keiko
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the informative and balanced approach to urgent California issues, expressing gratitude for the unique perspectives offered. There is a strong emphasis on in-depth interviews that extend beyond surface-level insights, fostering critical engagement with the topics covered. Some listeners desire a more nuanced treatment of certain criticisms expressed by guests, indicating room for improvement in balancing varying viewpoints. Overall, the podcast is recognized for facilitating relevant dialogues regarding pressing state matters.

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#19
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Apple Podcasts
#214
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How California’s EV Market Is Changing Without Incentives | Daniel Sperling
Q: In terms of policy making, how is it to be in that shoes?
Sperling describes the heavy responsibility of being in a policymaking position and mentions the difficulties of balancing various interests such as economics, equity, and environmental goals.
How California’s EV Market Is Changing Without Incentives | Daniel Sperling
Q: What about the infrastructure side of it?
Sperling discusses the challenges of charging infrastructure, emphasizing its psychological impact and the importance of adequate energy supply.
How California’s EV Market Is Changing Without Incentives | Daniel Sperling
Q: In terms of the state wanting to go zero emission by 2035, was that an unrealistic goal or was it realistic in your opinion?
Sperling reflects on the ambitious nature of the goal stating that it sends important signals for adjustment, though he suggests it may have been too aggressive and could have benefited from being framed as flexible.
How Eviction Delays Are Driving Up LA Rents | Avi Sinai
Q: Do you see more and more people selling buildings and getting out of this business?
I can't tell you how many times I've seen clients just sell the building after one bad eviction.
How Eviction Delays Are Driving Up LA Rents | Avi Sinai
Q: Are there a lot of people that are taking advantage of these laws?
A hundred percent, and I call them professional tenants.

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Insightful analysis of pressing issues and trending topics relevant to California, featuring interviews with key professionals and leaders across various fields. The episodes frequently explore critical sectors such as energy, housing, education, and the economy, delving into the unique challenges and opportunities the state faces. Unique to this analysis are the in-depth discussions that not only inform listeners but also stimulate critical thinking about California's future direction amid complex regulatory environments and pressing public interests.

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1. Avi Sinai
2. Dr. Daniel Sperling
3. Brien Seeley
4. Ryan Burris
5. Susan Shelley
6. Stan Ellis
7. Professor Michael Mische
8. Skip York

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