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The San Francisco Experience

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

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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Recent Guests

Ward Farnsworth
Law professor at the University of Texas Law School and coauthor of Should You Tip for Takeout?
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Episode: Should You Tip for Takeout ? Talking with Saul Levmore and Ward Farnsworth.
Saul Levmore
Law professor at the University of Chicago Law School and coauthor of Should You Tip for Takeout?
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Episode: Should You Tip for Takeout ? Talking with Saul Levmore and Ward Farnsworth.
Ty Baugh
Co-founder of Vitallog.AI who spent a decade building and scaling K2 Scientific.
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Episode: Vitallog.AI - AI Native. Talking with Co-Founders Ty Baugh and Mark Thompson.
Mark Thompson
Co-founder of Vitallog.AI and software developer with experience in internet infrastructure and fitness equipment.
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Episode: Vitallog.AI - AI Native. Talking with Co-Founders Ty Baugh and Mark Thompson.
Daniel Ben Horin
Author, former journalist and founder of CompuMentor, which became TechSoup
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Episode: San Francisco 1990s: The Big Chihuahua. Talking with author Daniel Ben Horin
Wesley Warshawer
Data analyst at a semiconductor company, Fulbright scholar, and former Silicon Valley IT consultant.
Episode: Political Polarization: Media Construct. Talking with Wesley Warshawer.
Martha Underwood
Technology entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, including leading retail software engineering at a global bank
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Episode: Prismm: Facilitating an historic Wealth Transfer. Talking with Founder and CEO Martha Underwood. #TechCrunchDisrupt2026
Mythili Subharam
Founder and CEO of OmicXHealth
OmicXHealth
Episode: OmicXHealth: Building a multi cancer early detection test. Talking with Founder and CEO Mythili Subharam. #TechCrunchDisrupt2026
Jonathan Lau
Founder and CEO of Nervotec
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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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Vitallog.AI - AI Native. Talking with Co-Founders Ty Baugh and Mark Thompson.
Q: How will the AI perform equal to or better than the current, say, technician-managed vaccine freezer?
Baugh says the platform reads temperature and power data, interprets sensor information, identifies potential issues and explains them in plain English, allowing facilities staff to address problems without requiring scientists to review the data manually.
Vitallog.AI - AI Native. Talking with Co-Founders Ty Baugh and Mark Thompson.
Q: What are the benefits of AI Native versus AI Enabled?
Baugh compares AI Native to a native speaker of a language: a system designed for AI from the start communicates more smoothly than one adapted afterward. Fewer translation steps can reduce the chances of AI errors and hallucinations.
Should You Tip for Takeout ? Talking with Saul Levmore and Ward Farnsworth.
Q: At what point should someone stop looking for a home or a dating partner?
Levmore describes optimal stopping theory: sample about 37% of the available options to learn what is on offer, then choose the next option that is better than everything in the sample.
Should You Tip for Takeout ? Talking with Saul Levmore and Ward Farnsworth.
Q: How should people think about tipping for takeout?
Levmore says tips can reveal information about service and increase workers' compensation. Farnsworth adds that takeout tipping often gives customers discretion over costs that businesses might otherwise add to menu prices, even when the tip is not tied to a specific service.
Prismm: Facilitating an historic Wealth Transfer. Talking with Founder and CEO Martha Underwood. #TechCrunchDisrupt2026
Q: Which banks in your opinion are ahead of the curve on this challenge?
Underwood identifies JPMorgan Chase as a leader and says some of the largest banks are making progress. Prismm focuses especially on community banks, including those in areas with older and retirement-age populations.

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What is The San Francisco Experience about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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1. Ward Farnsworth
2. Saul Levmore
3. Ty Baugh
4. Mark Thompson
5. Daniel Ben Horin
6. Wesley Warshawer
7. Martha Underwood
8. Mythili Subharam

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