
KQED's statewide radio news program, providing daily coverage of issues, trends, and public policy decisions affecting California and its diverse population.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1557 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNewsPolitics | |||

What makes a winning candidate for governor of California? Well, with the exceptions of movie stars Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger, every governor for more than 80 years has had experience in statewide office. Gavin Newsom was lieutenant gov... more
At Otay Mesa Detention Center in San Diego, authorities have shut down an underground channel that detainees used to communicate with the outside world.
Reporter: Aisha Wallace-Palomares, LA Taco
At a contentious Senate hearing on Capitol Hill Tues... more
Across California, many Iranian-Americans are still in disbelief following the US-Israeli military strikes in Iran. Some are overjoyed with the death of the country's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, but others are concerned about the safety of friends a... more
The Trump administration tried last fall to drastically reduce the amount of federal grant money counties could use for permanent supportive housing programs. The effort was struck down in court for the current funding cycle. But if next year's requi... more
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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
…so shrill and moronic it borders on abuse — You’ll know it when you hear it.
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 😭
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.
Love that there’s a statewide daily news program I can follow. Find the reports to be timely and informative
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The episodes consistently cover a wide range of topics that reflect the unique challenges and narratives shaping California today. Central themes include immigration issues, housing policies, labor disputes, environmental challenges, and representation of marginalized communities. Special attention is given to the socio-political landscape of California, often featuring voices from various local organizations and advocacy groups to provide insights and personal stories that give depth to current events. The content is likely to resonate with listeners who are keen on staying informed about local matters, particularly those related to social justice and community empowerment. What distinguishes this podcast is its dedication to highlighting ... more
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Recent guests on KQED's The California Report include:
1. Adrin Nazarian
2. Bella Maddux
3. Tim Heaven
4. Katrina MacKenzie
5. Governor Gavin Newsom
6. Ross Rojek
7. Gina Garcia-Smith
8. Cesar Jimenez
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