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Downballot

Echoplex Media
San Jose
Homelessness
San Francisco
California
Oakland
Matt Mahan
San Mateo County
California Governor Race
BART
Mayor Matt Mahan
Proposition 50
Gavin Newsom
Santa Clara County
California Elections
Katie Porter
San Francisco, California
Nancy Pelosi
Prop 50
Hermán Cerda
Measure A

Echoplex Media's hot take on news from The Bay Area and around California.

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Panel:

Producer Dave, The Councilman

Show Notes

Members Show:

Fouthwall

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Model Rocket Scienti... more

iTunes Spotify iHeart RSS Twitch Odysee YouTube

Check out all of our podcasts

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Panel:

Producer Dave, The Councilman

Show Notes

Members Show:

Fouthwall

Patreon

Music:

Model Rocket Scienti... more

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Episode: Downballot EP259 - CA Voter Apathy, CA Voter ID, Dumb Laws Contest, Waymo Stole My Bag
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Alyssa Gord
NBC Bay Area reporter
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The Good Wife
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Episode: Downballot EP257 - Swalwell Fallout, OpenAI Attacks, New SF Homeless Czar, Skate Sunset Dunes
Bien Duan
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Episode: Downballot EP248 - Billionaires Threaten Cal-Exit, Oakland Crime Down, SJ Housing, Hacked Crosswalks
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Matt Mahan
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Episode: Downballot Extra - Matt Mahan Talks About Being Mayor ED209 And The Future Of The DNC

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PJ Allan
Co-host of Downballot; frequent figure in Echoplex Media coverage

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3.3 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Must listen Bay Area pod

    This is one of my favorite pods echoplex media produces. try to catch the live Stream on twitch.com/echoplexmedia every Tuesday at 7:30 pst

    Apple Podcasts
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    aaronplaybasd
    United States4 years ago
  • Waste of bandwidth

    Go ahead and download this is you want to waste your time and monthly data package. Leftists spouting incoherent and degenerate ideology

    Apple Podcasts
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    MoRtiS NoCTu
    United States7 years ago

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Downballot Extra - Matt Mahan Talks About Being Mayor ED209 And The Future Of The DNC
Q: Are you considering a run for governor?
Mahan states that he is focused on being the mayor of San Jose and does not currently wish to run for governor, but acknowledges he enjoys his role.
Downballot Extra - Matt Mahan Talks About Being Mayor ED209 And The Future Of The DNC
Q: What would your approach be towards homelessness?
Mahan emphasizes the importance of providing dignified, supported housing solutions while holding individuals accountable for utilizing these resources.
Downballot Extra - Matt Mahan Talks About Being Mayor ED209 And The Future Of The DNC
Q: Do you think that the Republican party's approach is resonating?
Mahan believes that the Democratic leadership is not effectively engaging with the public and needs a shift towards practical solutions.
Downballot Extra - Matt Mahan Talks About Being Mayor ED209 And The Future Of The DNC
Q: What is going on right now, and what is the lesson from Prop 36?
There is a significant disconnection between ordinary Californians and the political leadership in Sacramento, with a need to be more responsive to public concerns about crime.
Downballot EP237 - Who Is IShowSpeed, Parking Cop App, Bart Logo Ripoff, Tinder But A Billboard
Q: What happened that you said, this is the approach that I'm going to take?
Bay Area resident Lisa Catalano puts herself out there by advertising on billboards to find a husband, sharing her preferences and taking a proactive approach to dating.

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A sharp, opinionated take on Bay Area and California politics, focusing on local governance, elections, and policy debates. Episodes routinely dissect city and state dynamics—from mayoral vetting and county leadership to redistricting, ballot measures, and public safety investments—often with a skeptical eye toward process and accountability. A standout trait is the show's outspoken, candid banter and willingness to connect micro-local stories to broader political trends, making it useful for listeners who want fast takes, concrete anecdotes, and a pulse on regional power dynamics.

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