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Voice of San Francisco

The Voice of San Francisco
San Francisco
Public Education
School Closures
San Francisco Unified School District
San Francisco School Board
Bond Issue
Matt Wayne
Time Capsules
California
Ethnic Studies
Board Of Education
San Francisco Chronicle
November 5th Election
Daniel Lurie
Anti-Semitism
Dream Keeper Initiative
Driving Kids To School
Cliff House
Samuel's Clock
Corruption

A daily podcast looking at current events and people in San Francisco, hosted by John Rothmann.

PublishesDailyEpisodes100Foundeda year ago
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Recent Guests

Elizabeth Shypertt
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Joe Lurie
Author and former Director of International House in Berkeley
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Episode: Best of John Rothmann with Joe Lurie, author of “Perception and Deception: A Mind-Opening Journey Across Cultures”
Mike Ege
Editor-in-chief of a local publication
Voice of San Francisco
Episode: Best of John Rothmann: A spectacular interview with Editor-In-Chief Mike Ege
Erin Gordon
A celebrated author known for her writings on personal and societal issues.
Episode: Best of John Rothmann: "Why I walked out of my daughter's college graduation" Author Erin Gordon with John Rothmann
Max Leung
Local resident and businessman from District 4
Episode: Max Leung lives in District 4 and explains his feelings about the recall
Quincy Yu
Interviewee discussing ethnic studies
San Francisco Unified School District
Episode: Efforts to revitalize downtown SF, problems with health care and the challenges we face with ethic studies
Gina Siloui
Advocate for fixing Proposition 19 and preserving housing affordability
Episode: Fix Prop 19 to preserve affordability or we may lose our homes
John Krasvina
Former dean of the law school at the University of San Francisco and former president of the Lowell Alumni Association
University of San Francisco
Episode: Public exposure caused the SFUSD plan to be put on hold and more!!!
Daniel Lurie
City budget official proposing major changes in San Francisco practices
Episode: Public exposure caused the SFUSD plan to be put on hold and more!!!

Host

John Rothmann
Host and commentator focusing on local political and social issues, engaging in thoughtful discussions to highlight community voices and concerns.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Focus on the Big Issues

    I like the format but I gotta say the obsession with the Great Highway is a head scratcher. The city has *a lot* of really big difficult issues and a road closure is so far down the list it really shouldn’t even be on the list. We have to revitalize this city and restore its reputation. WHO CARES ABOUT SOME DUMB ROAD. You seem like a reasonable guy, maybe put some perspective into what you cover? In 30 years, will anyone care about an argument over this road? Of course not, they’ll care about th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Heysteeevo
    United States6 months ago
  • Voice of San Francisco

    Great show John! Keep up the good work!! You are spot on about keeping the Great Highway open. 17,000 to 20,000 cars a day use the highway. The city officials supporting the closure need to be voted out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T-dogamus maxum
    United Statesa year ago
  • So happy to find your podcast!

    I frequently listened to your show on KGO when commuting home and was extremely disappointed when they changed formats. You’ve were always fair to your callers and a reasonable voice in SF Bay Area talk radio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Optknocking
    United Statesa year ago
  • Voice of San Francisco

    Great show John! Keep up the good work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T-dogamus maxum
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the focus on serious local issues and the depth of discussions.
Many enjoy the host's willingness to engage with dissenting views while maintaining a clear stance on important topics.
Feedback indicates a desire for broader coverage beyond specific topics discussed, indicating that listeners wish for a more comprehensive exploration of San Francisco's challenges.

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#224
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Max Leung lives in District 4 and explains his feelings about the recall
Q: Max, are you involved generally in San Francisco politics?
No, Max is not involved in politics but was motivated by a feeling of betrayal from his supervisor.
Max Leung lives in District 4 and explains his feelings about the recall
Q: What do you say to people who say, but he was elected, why recall him?
Max argues that elected officials should stay true to their campaign promises, and if they do not, constituents have the right to initiate a recall.
Max Leung lives in District 4 and explains his feelings about the recall
Q: What was the mistake that you think Joel Engardio made?
Max believes Engardio betrayed his constituents by reversing his position on the Great Highway and not holding himself accountable.
Max Leung lives in District 4 and explains his feelings about the recall
Q: So, Max, you spoke at the Democratic County Committee meeting. Are you normally involved in politics?
Max indicates that he was not very politically active recently but felt compelled to speak at the meeting after hearing from friends.
Best of John Rothmann: Max Leung lives in District 4 and explains his feelings about the recall
Q: Do you have faith that the next supervisor will reflect the views of the district?
Leung hopes that the next appointment by Mayor Lurie will accurately represent the views of District 4 residents.

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Exploring current events and local politics, this podcast provides in-depth discussions on issues that significantly impact San Francisco residents. Topics frequently covered include housing policies, local elections, social justice, labor rights, and the intricacies of community governance. The host often emphasizes the importance of local engagement and public opinion on decision-making processes, capturing the sentiments of San Francisco's diverse population. Unique to this show is the blend of personal anecdotes and expert insights, creating a relatable yet informative atmosphere for listeners.

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1. Elizabeth Shypertt
2. Joe Lurie
3. Mike Ege
4. Erin Gordon
5. Max Leung
6. Quincy Yu
7. Gina Siloui
8. John Krasvina

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