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California Insider

The Epoch Times
California
Homelessness
Los Angeles
Mental Health
Environmental Regulations
Public Safety
California Economy
Affordable Housing
Agriculture
California Environmental Quality Act
Housing Affordability
California Wine Industry
Crime Rates
Cost Of Living
San Francisco
San Diego
Electric Vehicles
Housing Crisis
Proposition 47
Crime

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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Latest Episodes

Los Angeles property owners have until June 2 to vote on an assessment that would nearly quadruple what they currently pay for streetlights, a decision cities across California are increasingly facing. As the ballot goes out, the city council is simu... more

Eileen Wang's guilty plea reads like a local story. The mayor of Arcadia agreed to her federal charges of acting as an illegal foreign agent for China.

Joshua Philipp, senior journalist for The Epoch Times, said it is something else. One visible poi... more

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was designed to give people with disabilities equal access to public life. In California, home to more ADA lawsuits than any other state, a legal loophole has turned that law into a settlement machine, target... more

Is California’s mail ballot system as exposed as critics suggest, or is the real story more complicated than what either side suggests?

Every election cycle, the same concerns resurface: ballots getting lost, signatures going unchecked, and results ... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Fleischman
Political consultant
The Flash Report / California politics commentator
Episode: LA’s New Streetlight Tax: Why Some Property Owners Could Pay Thousands | Jon Fleischman
Taha Saleh
Gas station owner in California
Independent business owner
Episode: The Legal Loophole Pushing California Businesses Toward Closure | Taha Saleh
Victor Gomez
Organizer focusing on ADA law and lawsuit abuse in California
California Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse
Episode: The Legal Loophole Pushing California Businesses Toward Closure | Taha Saleh
Senator Nielsen
State senator proposing ADA reform bills
California Legislature
Episode: The Legal Loophole Pushing California Businesses Toward Closure | Taha Saleh
Bob Page
Registrar of Orange County, California
Orange County Registrar of Voters
Episode: Mail-in Voting in California: Where Concerns Hold and Where They Don’t | Bob Page
Shane Harris
Activist focused on San Diego housing policy
San Diego activism, policy advocacy
Episode: California’s Vacancy Tax: What It Could Force Homeowners to Do If It Passes | Shane Harris
Gary Gragg
Avocado industry expert in California
California avocado farming community
Episode: Why California Is Losing Its Avocado Industry
Katarina Szulc
Investigator studying avocado farms in Mexico and US supply chain impact
Investigative reporting
Episode: Why California Is Losing Its Avocado Industry
Jan Jekielek
Senior editor of Epoch Times and host of American Thought Leaders
Epoch Times
Episode: Killed to Order | The China Conversation California Isn’t Having | Jan Jekielek

Host

Siyamak Khorrami
Host of California Insider; frequently presents insider perspectives on California policy and state affairs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Informative, and knowledgeable

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RCowLC
    a year 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years 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 States2 years ago
  • We need more honest conversations like this

    Thanks so much for being politically neutral!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ami Keiko
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners value balanced, data-driven discussions even on contentious topics.
Guests and host maintain a clear focus on actionable insights for decision-makers.
The show is seen as a reliable source for comprehensive California issues.
Guests consistently bring strong expertise and firsthand perspectives on California policy.
Long-form interviews offer depth not common in quick-news formats.

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Talking Points

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The Legal Loophole Pushing California Businesses Toward Closure | Taha Saleh
Q: What legislative changes are being proposed to address this?
Bills would create a 120-day window to fix defects after a threat and limit liability, but the effectiveness depends on how inspections (CASP) are implemented and who bears responsibility for compliance.
The Legal Loophole Pushing California Businesses Toward Closure | Taha Saleh
Q: Why do you think these lawsuits are a problem for small businesses?
They're used as a leverage tool to extract money quickly, often without genuine intent to fix accessibility, which diverts funds from business growth and harms communities.
The Legal Loophole Pushing California Businesses Toward Closure | Taha Saleh
Q: What happened when you first received the ADA-related letter?
I was shocked and uncertain about exposure and costs, contacted an attorney, and began a process to inspect and repair the site to come into compliance while weighing the settlement option.
California Ballot Measures: What Voters Can and Can’t Hold Them To | Matt Klink
Q: What's a practical example of a measure that failed to deliver as promised?
Measure ULA in Los Angeles, a transfer tax, promised large revenue but resulted in far less actual income due to reduced property transactions, showing how optimistic projections can misalign with real-world economics.
California Ballot Measures: What Voters Can and Can’t Hold Them To | Matt Klink
Q: How do voters evaluate these measures and avoid being misled?
Voters should verify what the measure actually funds via the ballot language, look for explicit language tied to specific uses, check independent analyses, watch for who is supporting or opposing the measure, and be cautious of promises that taxes will be used for a designated purpose if there is no legal obligation ensuring that outcome.

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What is California Insider about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently tackles California-focused policy, economy, housing, and regulatory issues through in-depth conversations with practitioners and experts. Episodes frequently explore real-estate dynamics, infrastructure, taxation, energy, and industry-specific challenges, often featuring voices from law, business, government, and advocacy. A notable strength is presenting nuanced, long-form discussions that connect local California dynamics to broader national trends, making it valuable for listeners who want actionable context and diverse perspectives. The format tends to favor interviews with practitioners who can illuminate complex policy and market issues, sometimes stirring debate around regulation and public policy. This mix of i... more

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2. Taha Saleh
3. Victor Gomez
4. Senator Nielsen
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6. Shane Harris
7. Gary Gragg
8. Katarina Szulc

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