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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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Bay Area police departments say automated license plate readers contracted by an Atlanta-based company called Flock Safety have been a powerful tool for solving crime. But Bay Area residents and privacy advocates are increasingly concerned about the ... more

Five current and former students at Stanford are on trial for barricading themselves inside the university president’s office on June 5, 2024.

The protesters, who face counts of felony conspiracy and felony vandalism, say their actions were aimed at... more

San Francisco residents are furious with Pacific Gas & Electric after nearly one third of the city was hit by a series of power outages over the holiday season. This public outrage has also revived calls for the city — or even the state — to take ove... more

Last weekend’s storms, coupled with king tides, caught Marin County cities like Corte Madera, Sausalito and San Rafael off guard. Floodwaters spilled over levees, covered bike trails, and surrounded homes and businesses.

Nobody was seriously injured... more

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Recent Guests

Jane Kenney
Freelance sports reporter based in San Francisco
Episode: Girls’ Flag Football Is Booming
Kenya Brown
A mom of five facing high PG&E bills
Episode: Decoding Your PG&E Bill
Laura Klivans
Climate reporter for KQED
KQED
Episode: Decoding Your PG&E Bill
Father Jon Pedigo
Executive Director of People, Acting and Community Together, PACT
People, Acting and Community Together
Episode: As Immigration Enforcement Escalates, How One South Bay Priest Is Pushing Back
Sana Javeri-Kudari
Founder and CEO of Diaspora Spice, which imports spices from India and Sri Lanka, focusing on high-quality, ethical sourcing.
Diaspora Spice
Episode: Inside One Bay Area Business Rocked by Trump’s Tariffs
Katherine Monahan
KQED reporter
KQED
Episode: When the Military Tested a Biological Weapon in S.F.
Devon Zuegel
Head of Esmeralda Land Company, former tech worker with a vision for a community-centered neighborhood.
Esmeralda Land Company
Episode: Can the Esmeralda Land Company Win Over Cloverdale?
Heather Pierini
Executive Director of Food is Free Bay Area
Food is Free Bay Area
Episode: ‘Everybody Needs Food’: How a Solano County Food Pantry Is Dealing with SNAP Delays
Gavin Newsom
Governor of California
California State Government
Episode: Gov. Newsom on Prop. 50, the Democratic Party, and DOJ Election Monitors

Hosts

Ericka Cruz Guevarra
Host and journalist with a focus on local Bay Area issues, providing context and analysis of community dynamics and news.
Jillian D'Onfro
Business reporter with insights into local economic issues and their impacts on the community.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 540 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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    1
    5Jesse
    United States2 years 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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulSpitz
    United States2 years ago
  • Leftist Propaganda

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    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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    3
    Food admirer
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth local coverage that helps them feel more connected to their community.
There are mixed opinions, with some expressing concerns about perceived biases and calls for more balanced reporting on various issues.
Many listeners find the storytelling engaging and the journalism thoughtful, particularly on pressing social issues affecting the Bay Area.

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Felony Trial Begins for Pro-Palestinian Stanford Protesters
Q: What have the defendants, you know, these five people and their lawyers, said about this?
The defendants expressed that their actions aimed to raise awareness about Stanford's involvement in supporting companies benefiting from Israel's military campaign.
Felony Trial Begins for Pro-Palestinian Stanford Protesters
Q: What specifically are they being charged with?
They are facing two felony counts each: conspiracy to commit a crime and vandalism.
Felony Trial Begins for Pro-Palestinian Stanford Protesters
Q: What happened on Stanford's campus?
A group of students broke into the president's office, barricaded themselves inside, and made demands for the university to consider divestment from companies supporting Israel's military actions.
For Marin County, Last Weekend’s Floods Were a Wake-Up Call
Q: What can be done to prepare for this kind of flooding in the future?
A range of solutions exist including pumps, seawalls, levees, and infrastructure planning by local agencies intended to adapt to potential sea level rise and flooding.
For Marin County, Last Weekend’s Floods Were a Wake-Up Call
Q: How prepared was the county for this flooding?
The flooding caught residents and officials by surprise, as forecasts underestimated the intensity; while the Weather Service issued warnings for king tides, the storm's impact was beyond expectations.

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Local coverage is a central theme in the content, with discussions around pressing issues that affect the Bay Area, such as environmental challenges, political developments, and social justice matters. The episodes often feature insights from local journalists and community members, allowing for a well-rounded perspective on news topics that resonate with residents. Unique elements include a focus on both recent events and historical contexts, revealing how past policies and events shape current issues. Listeners can expect a mix of deep dives into specific stories alongside broader discussions about community dynamics, making it a valuable resource for those wanting to stay connected to their local environment.

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Recent guests on The Bay include:

1. Jane Kenney
2. Kenya Brown
3. Laura Klivans
4. Father Jon Pedigo
5. Sana Javeri-Kudari
6. Katherine Monahan
7. Devon Zuegel
8. Heather Pierini

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