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The California Report Magazine

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Climate Change
California
Homelessness
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David Masumoto
Pacific Crest Trail
Housing Policy
Dixie Fire
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Japanese Americans
Mixed-Race Identity
Public Health
Nury Martinez
Housing Crisis
Wahpepah's Kitchen
Japanese Incarceration
World War II
Filipino Culture
Black Culture

Every week, The California Report Magazine takes you on a road trip for the ears: to visit the places and meet the people who make California unique. The in-depth storytelling podcast from the California Report.

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Latest Episodes

This week, we’re revisiting two stories from Lisa Morehouse's series, California Foodways.

California’s fruits and vegetables make a lot of stops on the way from the fields to your table. One of those places is the Oakland Produce Market, which supp... more

This week, we're revisiting a conversation from September 2025 about resilience with Oakland comedian Jackie Keliiaa. She’s a stand-up, writer, actor, and producer whose work not only reflects on her everyday life, but also her Native heritage. She’s... more

This Northern California Tribe is Reclaiming Mendocino Forest For Future Generations

The Potter Valley band of the Pomo people is the first tribe in California to use a Forest Service grant to create a community forest near Fort Bragg, in Mendocino ... more

From Financial Freefall to Stability. How One Man Found a Way to Stay in the Bay

The cost of living in California has only increased in the last year. And between housing, food, utilities and gas, many of us have been forced to get creative with our... more

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Sal Rosales
Potter Valley Tribe chairman, land restoration advocate
Potter Valley Tribe
Episode: Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters
Kareen Pierce
Native Studies Education Coordinator
Redwood Valley Tribe
Episode: Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters
Elizabeth Dodge
High school student from Willits
Willits
Episode: Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters
Jessie Sears
Producer, filmmaker focusing on indigenous communities for Oregon Public Broadcasting
Oregon Public Broadcasting
Episode: Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters
Tasia Linwood
Paddler featured in the First Descent documentary
Kaduk tribal community
Episode: Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters
Liam Chavez
Individual featured in the affordability story
Berkeley, California resident
Episode: Finding Ways to Manage Affordability; Indie Wrestlers Dream Big in Lodi
Gary Parkinson
Unhoused resident relying on General Delivery for mail
Episode: How Do You Receive Mail When You Don't Have an Address?
Jarvis Emerson
Homeowner, Northwest Altadena, his house was destroyed and rebuilt
None stated
Episode: Sharing the Stories of Black Altadena's Recovery and Resilience
Shay Shay Yancey
Long-time Altadena resident with multigenerational roots in the community
Family in Altadena
Episode: Sharing the Stories of Black Altadena's Recovery and Resilience

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Sasha Coka
Sasha Coka is a host involved in delivering thought-provoking content about California, showcasing diverse stories and critical societal issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Love learning about CA but reporters intentionally willfully ignorant

    Update: came back 2yrs later to try it again. Episode about Russell city/German reparations talking about minority Russell City residents receiving $2250 for the land 1965. Then the reporter comes in and compared it to today’s price. My grandparents bought a home in 1957 for $13,000 in Los Altos hills. Family sold years ago buts it’s now worth $6 million. The ethical reporter thing to do is compare the price to similar properties in the region at the time. But no. They have to be intentionally d... more

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    jen98a
    United States7 months ago
  • Love learning about CA but reporters intentionally willfully ignorant

    I love learning about California since I live here, but it’s very frustrating to listen to these reporters with purported “in depth” reporting purposely neglect certain aspects of episodes. I just listened to a show on how the native peoples land was stolen and they’re slowly buying it back. The very next episode played on how black Americans settled Allensworth. In neither episode did they mention that even these black Americans were on stolen land. Why purposely ignore this fact? One needs to ... more

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    jen98a
    United States3 years ago
  • Loved the Mixed! Series

    Wonderful and beautiful job done on the Mixed race series. I loved every episode and am so glad how y’all approached this topic :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarcAlexander7
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent reporting on JanPro episode

    This is a weekend favorite of mine; I always look forward to the newest episode and love how diverse they are with their topics and highlighting various California regions. And specifically, great work on the JanPro episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarcAlexander7
    United States4 years ago
  • Mixed race episode was spot on

    I’m a new listener and thoroughly enjoyed the discussion with Kip Fulbeck on mixed race identity. Being mixed race myself, I identified with the discussion of the hosts and guests. I look forward to the next episodes teased and hope one of them includes a spotlight on UCSB’s class mentioned in this episode. I took the class in the 90s and it was phenomenal. Great podcast and I enjoyed the content and pace from the hosts in this 11/5/21 episode.

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    J*Learner
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth storytelling and diverse topics presented in each episode.
Overall, feedback highlights the podcast's charm and ability to foster community through compelling narratives.

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#195
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Once a Last Stop for the City’s Homeless, SFO Ramps Up Outreach and Support
Q: What is the expected impact of expanding outreach efforts at SFO?
Having outreach workers full-time could significantly improve the chances of encountering unhoused people and building trust, which is crucial for providing them with help.
Once a Last Stop for the City’s Homeless, SFO Ramps Up Outreach and Support
Q: What is the focus of your reporting on homelessness at the airport?
I wanted to explore the phenomenon of unhoused individuals seeking refuge at SFO, which is not an area I had previously noticed while traveling.
Chef Chu’s, the Family-Owned Chinese Restaurant that Grew Up With Silicon Valley
Q: What's going to happen in the future with the restaurant?
Larry expresses confidence that Chef Chu's will continue for future generations, ensuring its legacy remains in the community.
Chef Chu’s, the Family-Owned Chinese Restaurant that Grew Up With Silicon Valley
Q: How do you choose your stories?
Lisa focuses on stories that resonate with locals while being surprising to those outside the area, showcasing California's rich food culture.
When We All Get To Heaven: New Podcast Takes Us Into a Queer Church During the AIDS Crisis
Q: What was the significance of the church during the AIDS crisis?
The church provided a space for healing, remembrance, and acceptance for those impacted by AIDS and supported the community during a time of profound loss and societal rejection.

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Catering to an inquisitive audience, this podcast focuses on the diverse stories and cultural richness found throughout California. The narrative engages listeners with accounts that range from personal experiences of individuals to broader social themes, such as homelessness, community resilience, and the intersections of race and culture. Episodes often spotlight local figures and initiatives that highlight the challenges and triumphs unique to various California communities, offering a blend of human interest alongside critical societal issues. Notably, the podcast often incorporates themes of history and community advocacy, which distinguish its storytelling approach.

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Recent guests on The California Report Magazine include:

1. Sal Rosales
2. Kareen Pierce
3. Elizabeth Dodge
4. Jessie Sears
5. Tasia Linwood
6. Liam Chavez
7. Gary Parkinson
8. Jarvis Emerson

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