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The San Francisco Experience

Jim Herlihy
San Francisco
Artificial Intelligence
China
California
United States
Donald Trump
NATO
Russia
Housing Affordability
Telepathy
Iran
Prince Andrew
Turkey
Immigration
Social Media
Infantilization
Apple
British Monarchy
Royal Family
Middle Class

We are a "deep dive" news podcast, for Americans who get their news from the Internet. Our mission is to give the listener succinct, fact based analysis both non-ideological and independent from a California, Silicon Valley perspective. Your host Jim Herlihy is a published author: his novel “Deceit and Dirty Money” is available on line. He served as President of the SF Public Library Commission 19... more

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Leon Black is the founder and former CEO of Apollo Global Management, a leading alternate asset management firm with approximately $1 trillion under management. Black stepped down as CEO in March 2021 when the extent of his friendship with Jeffrey Ep... more

The American passport used to rank # 1 in the world, but today is #12. What happened ? Declining reciprocity between countries and other policies have dimmed the luster of a US passport. And more Americans for a host of reasons are considering renoun... more

More Americans than ever are looking to relocate overseas. Their motivations are numerous. Portugal has created a special visa - the Golden Visa - to attract foreign investors and many Americans are attracted to it.

The 442 and 100 Battalion were two of the most decorated combat regiments in World War II. Composed of Japanese Americans who had volunteered to serve on the front lines in Italy and France they were exemplary soldiers. Most of them had left behind f... more

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William D. Cohan
Author of Money to Burn and Wall Street journalist
Puck; author
Episode: Money to Burn: The Unvarnished Truth about Leon Black, Apollo, and the Rise of New Wall Street. Talking with author William D. Cohan.
Alex Marino
Head of US tax law at Moody's Tax Law LLP
Moody's Tax Law LLP
Episode: Renouncing US Citizenship: A practical, how to guide made easy. Talking to Alexander Marino
Jason Swan
European Visa Expert
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Episode: Portugal's Golden Visa : More Americans Relocate to the EU. Talking with Jason Swan.
Chris Cheng
Top Shot champion, NRA-certified instructor, LGBT and Asian American rights advocate, corporate security executive and author
Top Shot, Ltd.
Episode: Proven in Blood: A Novel of War, Betrayal, and Belonging. Talking with author Top Shot Chris Cheng
Rich Outzen
Senior policy advisor on Middle East and Eurasian security affairs
U.S. government/lacustrine roles described in episode
Episode: Mecca Defense Agreement. Talking with Dr. Rich Outzen
Richard Bermack
Writer and documentary photographer; author on the Abraham Lincoln Brigade
Author, Photographer
Episode: The Front Lines of Social Change. Veterans of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade. Talking with author Richard Bermack.
Bri Maughan
Executive Director, Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District
Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District
Episode: Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District. Talking with Bri Maughan.
Eileen Buckholtz
Author; Queens of Code project director
Queens of Code; MIT Press (publisher of Queens of Code)
Episode: Queens of Code. Inspiring True Stories from NSA's Computing Women. Talking with author Eileen Buckholtz
Rick Lefkowitz
Avid rock and roll fan, author
Welcome to Fabulous Angeles (memoir)
Episode: Welcome to Fabulous Angeles. The Rock n' Roll adventures of a wayward Westside teen. Talking to Richard A. Lefkowitz

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Jim Herlihy
Host of The San Francisco Experience

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Excellent topic development and very interesting!

    Podchaser
    5
    Larry
    2 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast for In-Depth News and Analysis!

    The San Francisco Experience podcast is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates insightful and thought-provoking news analysis. Host Jim Herlihy consistently delivers high-quality interviews with a wide array of guests. What sets this podcast apart is Jim's ability to break down complex issues into understandable and interesting segments. Every episode is packed with insights that help you understand the nuances of emerging issues. You will undoubtedly come away from each episode having learned... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LA Listener #1
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Jim does such a great job diving into a such a wide array of topics with insightful and thought provoking guests. A must listen to podcast for anyone looking to learn a little more about emerging issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Racer12443
    United States2 years ago
  • A Unique Window into California and the National Mood

    Exceptional podcast! Jim Herlihy excels at giving his guests the spotlight with his thoughtful and insightful questions. His engaging style and timely topics combined with thorough research make "The San Francisco Experience" a standout. Jim’s refreshing and thought-provoking perspectives ensure each episode is both enlightening and enjoyable. Highly recommended for locals and global listeners alike. This podcast offers a unique window into California and the national mood. Discovering this show... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MSF2024
    United States2 years ago
  • Review of San Francisco Experience

    The San Francisco Experience is my favorite podcast of all time. Why you ask? The guests Mr. Herlihy interviews dive into current topics to historical and everything in between. To name a few of the subjects Jim exposes in his interviews: international, national, film and book reviews, politics, business and personalities. You never know which direction the podcasts will go into. Jim has done over 500 podcasts and I enjoy listening to several time and again. I must say Jim does his homewo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sailoronabicycle
    United States2 years ago

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Smart, balanced interviews with strong research behind every topic.
Global/local perspective is a standout feature for a California-focused show.
High-quality, well-researched content with broad topic coverage.
Engaging guests and thoughtful questions make complex issues accessible.
Provides nuanced takes that avoid sensationalism and hype.

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Talking Points

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Mecca Defense Agreement. Talking with Dr. Rich Outzen
Q: Is this Mecca defense agreement really anything like NATO?
Not exactly; it's a more flexible, minilateral arrangement aimed at strategic hedging, building institutions, and coordinating diplomacy and defense industry efforts rather than committing to a guaranteed rapid military response.
Mecca Defense Agreement. Talking with Dr. Rich Outzen
Q: Talk to me about NATO in 1949 and how it developed, and compare that to this defense pact.
NATO formed as a response to a clear bloc competition after World War II, with a defined adversary and an ideological lineup; Mecca is a more hedged, multi-national, non-binary alignment focused on institutional cooperation and deterrence without a guaranteed immediate military response.
Proven in Blood: A Novel of War, Betrayal, and Belonging. Talking with author Top Shot Chris Cheng
Q: What lessons from the 442nd experience do you hope readers take into today's divided society?
He emphasizes citizenship beyond race, the importance of protecting American values, and finding common ground to unite communities, suggesting that unity comes from active engagement and collaboration across differences.
Proven in Blood: A Novel of War, Betrayal, and Belonging. Talking with author Top Shot Chris Cheng
Q: What was most impactful about visiting battle sites and talking to veterans' families?
Cheng describes emotionally powerful experiences walking battlefields in Italy and France, speaking with survivors and relatives, and witnessing commemorations that underscored the longevity of memory and the importance of honoring those who served, which deeply informed the novel's gravitas.
Proven in Blood: A Novel of War, Betrayal, and Belonging. Talking with author Top Shot Chris Cheng
Q: Why did you choose historical fiction over a strict factual account?
He states that while he initially planned a non-fiction work, reading Facing the Mountain inspired him to embrace fiction as a venue that could illuminate emotional truth and dramatic resonance, while remaining rooted in historical records and primary sources.

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This show offers deep-dive, non-ideological analysis of current events with a Silicon Valley lens, featuring interviews across politics, technology, business, and culture. Episodes frequently compare US policy to international contexts, examine governance and public institutions, and explore how innovations—AI, transportation, health tech, and urban design—shape society. Noteworthy is a penchant for high-profile guests from academia, government, journalism, and industry, plus rich, on-location reporting that grounds abstract topics in real-world implications. Listeners likely value thorough research, nuanced discussion, and practical takeaways for understanding complex issues beyond headlines.

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Recent guests on The San Francisco Experience include:

1. William D. Cohan
2. Alex Marino
3. Jason Swan
4. Chris Cheng
5. Rich Outzen
6. Richard Bermack
7. Bri Maughan
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