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KQED's The California Report

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KQED's statewide radio news program, providing daily coverage of issues, trends, and public policy decisions affecting California and its diverse population.

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Latest Episodes

A law enforcement practice that’s being used in California jails is coming under increasing scrutiny. In what’s known as a “Perkins operation,” undercover agents attempt to elicit confessions from people booked at county jails. The tactic has helped ... more

Much of the Central Valley is under a heat advisory Wednesday, as temperatures could reach triple digits. Many of the region’s unincorporated communities don’t have public swimming pools where they can cool off. That also means residents don’t have ... more

Peach farmers in the Central Valley have had to pull their crops and are facing financial hardship. They’re hoping a new farm bill will help keep them going.

Reporter: Claudia Brancart, North State Public Radio

A bill to cut red tape and make affor... more

Close to two hundred years ago, people from all over the world flocked to California's rivers in search of gold. This year, they're back at it, hoping that with the price of gold trending upward in the last year or so, they might just get lucky. But ... more

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Recent Guests

Phoebe Huss
A UCLA senior and College Journalism Network fellow who authored the investigation for CalMatters
CalMatters/College Journalism Network
Episode: Investigation Leads to More Transparency From College Campuses About Military-Grade Weapons
Sarah Wright
KQED outdoor reporter
KQED
Episode: What You Need to Know if You're Planning an Outdoor Adventure This Summer
David Hsu
Retired staff chief from Cal Fire
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire)
Episode: More California Communities Adopting Zone 0 Policy for Fire Safety
Ashley Williams
Co-founder, Black Californians United for Early Care and Education
Black Californians United for Early Care and Education
Episode: Advocates Call to Support Black English in Preschools
Gloria Boute
Early childhood education professor
University of South Carolina
Episode: Advocates Call to Support Black English in Preschools
Juan Carrillo Fresno
Participant in the Tandas story, local resident
Independent resident, California
Episode: Remember Your Mom’s ‘Tanda’? Young Latinos Are Giving It a Tech-Savvy Twist
Israel Cardona Hernandez
Reporter
KVPR/KQED
Episode: Remember Your Mom’s ‘Tanda’? Young Latinos Are Giving It a Tech-Savvy Twist
Margo Mendelson
Prison law office director who sued ICE
Legal advocacy
Episode: Remember Your Mom’s ‘Tanda’? Young Latinos Are Giving It a Tech-Savvy Twist
Raul Hinojosa Ojeda
Professor of Chicano Studies, UCLA
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: Remember Your Mom’s ‘Tanda’? Young Latinos Are Giving It a Tech-Savvy Twist

Hosts

Erin Baldessari
Host-focused on statewide news with KQED involvement; frequently co-anchors with other reporters.
Adi Bolaños
Frequent contributor; covers policy, politics, and public affairs.
Madi Bolaños
Regular host with deep focus on California policy and energy topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 545 ratings
  • The leading CA news report and source — vital!

    I start every day with this podcast which gives me the brief on what’s happening in my state. I think it’s a vital and unique source, and does a great job of which I will never take for granted.

    I always wondered why California doesn’t have an all-day, statewide, dedicated broadcast channel like how NY1 serves the NYC community since 1992. KQED’s shows like the California Report, The Bay, and Forum are the closest thing to that, and they are most reliable, produced with quality content, and de... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ in San Jose
    United Statesa year ago
  • Unbearable ad repeated every episode…

    …so shrill and moronic it borders on abuse — You’ll know it when you hear it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pennrey
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too many ads

    Some good content but over and over the same ads is so annoying, I can’t listen anymore. Wish there was a better local news show from

    California 😭

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NancyIchi
    Japana year ago
  • 10 minutes of ads

    I used to listen to this on my local PBS station and I would hear a helpful story about what is going on in Sacramento enough to make it worth while. But this podcast has 8 ads in ten minutes with few if any interesting topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ChrisWN
    United Statesa year ago
  • Exactly what I’m looking for

    Love that there’s a statewide daily news program I can follow. Find the reports to be timely and informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L-Dubztep
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Ads and promos are a frequent criticism in listener feedback.
Most episodes deliver concise, state-focused news with clear policy context.
Audiences appreciate quick, daily California updates.

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#78
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#76
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#148
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#178
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#194
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#201
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship
Q: What did the Supreme Court decision say about birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment?
The Court held that the citizenship clause applies to all persons born in the United States, including the children of undocumented immigrants, reaffirming a traditional rule and rejecting attempts to limit birthright citizenship.
What You Need to Know if You're Planning an Outdoor Adventure This Summer
Q: I know that a lot of folks are worried about cost this time of year. What are some ways to save money but still get out there?
The guest shares budget camping tips: borrow or rent gear, focus on essentials, and opt for affordable local campsites, with a concrete example of a $25/night site in the East Bay.
What You Need to Know if You're Planning an Outdoor Adventure This Summer
Q: What about like local regional parks?
The guest recommends considering California's state and regional parks as viable, less crowded options with camping and hiking opportunities, especially when national parks are crowded.
What You Need to Know if You're Planning an Outdoor Adventure This Summer
Q: So, okay, what's up with Yosemite? Is it actually a hot mess?
The host asks about Yosemite's current crowds and logistics, and the guest explains that while crowds are intense, there are strategies like visiting off-peak hours, avoiding peak weekends, and using alternatives within the park to still have a rewarding experience.
Why This Could Be an Unpredictable Year for Fires in California
Q: What can individuals do now to prepare for a potentially bad wildfire season?
Build a go bag, map multiple evacuation routes, involve neighbors in planning, create a defensible Zone Zero around homes, keep gutters clear of debris, trim vegetation, and avoid embers entering structures by improving home hardening and reducing ignition sources.

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This show provides quick, California-centered news updates with a focus on policy, public affairs, and how state decisions affect daily life. Episodes combine on-the-ground reporting, expert analysis, and policy context across topics like energy, education, immigration, environment, and politics, often featuring policymakers, researchers, and investigative journalists. A notable strength is its ability to connect complex issues to real-world impacts through diverse voices, from state officials to academic researchers to frontline workers. For potential listeners, the program can be a reliable quick briefing on California's evolving public policy landscape and its practical implications.

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2. Sarah Wright
3. David Hsu
4. Ashley Williams
5. Gloria Boute
6. Juan Carrillo Fresno
7. Israel Cardona Hernandez
8. Margo Mendelson

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