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Bay Area-raised host Ericka Cruz Guevarra talks with local journalists about what’s happening in the greatest region in the country. It’s the context and analysis you need to make sense of the news, with help from the people who know it best. New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.

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It's wine harvest season in California. And between tariffs, decreased demand, and a cooler summer, the industry has had a tough year. KQED's Elize Manoukian visits one vineyard in Healdsburg to see how the season is going.

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This November, Californians are being asked to decide whether the state can redraw our congressional districts with Proposition 50.

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The city of San Jose is coming up with a plan to make it unlawful for federal immigration officers to conceal their identities while working in the city. The ban, along with California’s new “No Secret Police Act,” tees up a potential legal showdown ... more

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Emiko Rivera
Nurse at the Byrne Center at Valley Medical Center
Episode: With Measure A, Santa Clara County Hopes to Keep Hospitals Afloat
Guy Marzerotti
Politics and government correspondent for KQED
KQED
Episode: With Measure A, Santa Clara County Hopes to Keep Hospitals Afloat
Daisy Nguyen
An early childhood education reporter for KQED
KQED
Episode: Alameda County Child Care Providers Receive Much Needed Cash
Lisa Zarodny
A family child care provider from Livermore
Episode: Alameda County Child Care Providers Receive Much Needed Cash
Zeyi Yang
Senior writer at Wired
Wired
Episode: How Trump’s $100,000 H1-B Visa Fee Is Causing Turmoil in Silicon Valley
MT Snyder
Member of the San Francisco Chapter of the National Labor Relations Board Union
National Labor Relations Board
Episode: The Bay Area Feels the Government Shutdown
Guy Marzorati
Politics and government correspondent for KQED
KQED
Episode: UC Berkeley Gives Names to the Feds, Valero's Benicia Refinery Closing, and Robotaxis at the Airport
Jane Kenney
Freelance sports reporter based in San Francisco
San Francisco Standard
Episode: Why Girls’ Flag Football Could Be the Next Big Sport
Matt Robbins
Coach at Milpitas High School
Milpitas High School
Episode: Why Girls’ Flag Football Could Be the Next Big Sport

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Ericka Cruz Guevarra
Host of The Bay. Engages with local journalists and community members to provide deep insights into Bay Area issues and events.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 530 ratings
  • No different from Fox News

    If you’re going to look at Fox News and write it off because ‘it’s so blatantly partisan’ or ‘it’s nothing but a propaganda channel’, can you really come back and listen to this? This is identity politics for the left - it’s not a news source. If you have a differing opinion, you’re not welcome. I personally despise Fox News, and this has similar vibes that there’s one opinion, and that is the only opinion.

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    5Jesse
    United Statesa year ago
  • The perfect morning podcast!

    This podcast is a great way to start the day, and I appreciate the deep local news coverage. Thank you, KQED!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DeedeeB.
    United States2 years ago
  • Conscientious Jouranlism

    “All the news, to keep you rooted.” Erica Cruz Guevara and company offer great local, Bay Area journalism. From the North Bay to the South, from the Town to the City, I hear stories that are trending like Oakland’s homeless or the recent South Bay ballot measure for a no-caste vote. But more often I hear journalism from the fringe, like environmental impacts at Richmond’s refinery, or LGBTQ+ issues. The journalism is imbued with local analysis from both sides of the fence, and eye toward equity ... more

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    PaulSpitz
    United States2 years ago
  • Leftist Propaganda

    As expected from San Francisco it’s chuck full of liberal, leftist crap.

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    TriRamses
    United States2 years ago
  • Too liberal and pro-BLM

    I’ve been listening for years and I notice a change in the narrative. Lately, this podcast has become too liberal. It’s very bias and only states information from the left point of view.

    I’m not happy that it’s pro-BLM even though the BLM “nonprofit” has proven to be a scam.

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    Food admirer
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth coverage of local news and issues, finding it essential to understanding the complexities of the Bay Area.
Overall, the podcast is recognized for quality reporting and meaningful storytelling that highlights marginalized voices.
The podcast has received criticism for perceived biases and a lack of balance in its reporting, particularly on social justice topics.
Audiences value personal stories shared by guests, which help to humanize the news and provide relatable context to local issues.

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With Measure A, Santa Clara County Hopes to Keep Hospitals Afloat
Q: How likely is it that voters will pass Measure A?
While there is no firm polling, supporters have significant financial backing and visibility in the community compared to opponents, suggesting a favorable outlook for Measure A.
With Measure A, Santa Clara County Hopes to Keep Hospitals Afloat
Q: What are the arguments against Measure A?
Opponents like Cupertino's mayor argue that it is a knee-jerk reaction to federal cuts and question whether increasing sales tax is a sustainable solution for the county's health care funding.
With Measure A, Santa Clara County Hopes to Keep Hospitals Afloat
Q: Who is supporting Measure A and what arguments are they making?
The Board of Supervisors and various local officials support Measure A, emphasizing the necessity to maintain hospital services for the community in light of impending federal cuts.
With Measure A, Santa Clara County Hopes to Keep Hospitals Afloat
Q: What would Measure A do and how much is it expected to raise?
Measure A proposes a 0.6% increase in the county sales tax for five years, expected to raise approximately $330 million, though this is substantially less than what the county anticipates losing due to Medicaid cuts.
Alameda County Child Care Providers Receive Much Needed Cash
Q: How does the money give in to people like Lisa? How does that trickle down to helping parents who are paying for childcare in the Bay?
If in-home daycare providers like Lisa close, it creates more fragility in the system, making child care options more expensive.

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Focused on delivering in-depth local news coverage, this podcast highlights critical issues and stories affecting the Bay Area through the insights of local journalists and community members. Topics range from environmental challenges and public transportation improvements to cultural discussions about the diverse communities within the region. The podcast notably emphasizes stories that address social equity and justice, making it a valuable resource for listeners interested in the impacts of current events on everyday lives and local culture. With its unique approach to storytelling that blends personal narratives with broader societal themes, it offers an engaging way to stay informed about the region's dynamics.

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2. KQED's The California Report
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Recent guests on The Bay include:

1. Emiko Rivera
2. Guy Marzerotti
3. Daisy Nguyen
4. Lisa Zarodny
5. Zeyi Yang
6. MT Snyder
7. Guy Marzorati
8. Jane Kenney

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