Many individuals and families struggle to navigate our mental health care system, especially during a crisis. WellSpace Health’s Christie Gonzales and Dr. Jonathan Porteus join host Scott Syphax to share their insights on the issues of accessin

Congressman Tom McClintock

May 17th, 2024 26m 57s

Congressman Tom McClintock has served the region since 2009 and represents California’s 5th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. He joins host Scott Syphax to discuss his views on the significant issues of the d

Sacramento City Budget Impact on Youth

May 10th, 2024 26m

With a projected $60 million shortfall, the City of Sacramento’s proposed budget may significantly impact its residents, particularly its youth. Sacramento Assistant City Manager Leyne Milstein and Former Sacramento City Councilmember Jay Schen

Sacramento’s Growing Hmong Community

May 3rd, 2024 26m 7s

Sacramento is home to one of the largest Hmong populations in the United States. Mai Vang, Sacramento City Councilmember, District 8, and Nancy Xiong of Hmong Innovating Politics join host Scott Syphax to give us an insider’s view into this

CA Youth Group Homes Funding Crisis

Apr 26th, 2024 26m 23s

Governor Newsom’s budget could close the doors of safety-net providers, which protect and support children in crisis and their families. Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento Executive Director Glynis Butler-Stone and Board Member Heidi Sanbo

Homelessness in Sacramento County

Apr 20th, 2024 26m 53s

Sacramento County Supervisors recently voted to adopt the All In Sacramento plan, which strives to address the issues of people experiencing homelessness. In a candid conversation about homelessness in Sacramento County, homeless advocate Erin

Economic Outlook March 2024

Mar 22nd, 2024 26m 4s

The recession that most economists predicted would happen didn’t happen. Economist Sanjay Varshney joins host Scott Syphax to share his insights on what happened and where the economy may go next.

Congressman Dr. Ami Bera

Mar 15th, 2024 27m 7s

Dr. Ami Bera has served the Sacramento region since 2013 and represents California’s 6th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. He joins host Scott Syphax to discuss his views on the significant issues of the day

Middle East Crisis

Nov 3rd, 2023 27m 20s

The recent outbreak of violence between Israel and Hamas has claimed over 9,000 Palestinian lives. This conflict has driven protests and anger from all points across political and religious spectrums. CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central CA Executive

Crisis in the Middle East

Oct 27th, 2023 26m 36s

Many call the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023, Israel’s 9/11. Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg issued a strong statement in the attack’s aftermath. He joins host Scott Syphax to share his perspective as a local leader and a member of

Economic Outlook

Aug 4th, 2023 26m 36s

The recession that most economists predicted didn’t happen. Most indicators – like inflation, supply-chain shortages, and rising interest rates – all seem to show improvement. What happened and what’s next? Economist Sanjay Varshney joins host

Thien Ho

Jul 28th, 2023 28m 5s

Leading Sacramento County’s fight against crime, District Attorney Thien Ho brings a unique perspective to issues like homelessness, gun violence, and human trafficking. He joins host Scott Syphax for a conversation about his plans to address S

Transgender in America

Jun 23rd, 2023 27m 16s

Issues related to the transgender community are among the most contested areas in political debate in America today. Alexis Sanchez of the Sacramento LGBT Community Center joins host Scott Syphax for a conversation about her journey as a transg

Sacramento State’s Dr. Luke Wood

Jun 16th, 2023 26m 26s

The slogan “Made at Sac State” takes on new meaning as Dr. Luke Wood assumes the role of Sacramento State President. Dr. Wood graduated from Sacramento State in 2005, and he joins host Scott Syphax for a conversation about returning

The State of Regional Community Banks

May 19th, 2023 26m 46s

The losses of regional community banks, starting with Silicon Valley Bank, have made many of us wonder if our money is safe and if there are more risks to come. Five Star Bank President and CEO James Beckwith and Luther

“Bridge the Gap”

Apr 28th, 2023 25m 34s

Meaningful communication is part of every healthy relationship. “Bridge the Gap” co-authors Jennifer Edwards and Katie McCleary join host Scott Syphax for a conversation about their book, which helps us understand communication traps and how to

The Homeless World Cup in Sacramento

Apr 21st, 2023 26m 20s

Sacramento is the first American city to host the Homeless World Cup. The event brings attention and hope to those who experience homelessness. Tiffany Fraser and Lisa Wrightsman of Street Soccer USA join host Scott Syphax to talk about the

The Importance of Childhood Literacy

Mar 24th, 2023 25m 35s

The ability to read is a gift that many of us may take for granted. Not being able to read can adversely impact a child’s future. April Javist, Executive Director of Sacramento Literacy Foundation, and Michael Lynch, Co-Founder and CEO

Finding Your Roots: Lead Genealogist

Mar 17th, 2023 26m 7s

Discovering our ancestral stories is a passion for Nick Sheedy, Lead Genealogist of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Nick joins host Scott Syphax for a conversation about working on the show and why it’s important to know

The Black Panther Party’s Legacy

Feb 10th, 2023 26m 50s

Founded in 1966 to challenge police brutality, the Black Panther Party was one of the most recognizable and influential movements of the 1960s. Former Black Panther Party Members Akinsanya Kambon and Van Taylor join host Scott Syphax to share t

What is Antisemitism?

Feb 3rd, 2023 25m 27s

Is antisemitism on the rise? According to the Anti-Defamation League, approximately 60% of American Jews have faced antisemitism. Rabbi Mona Alfi of Congregation B’nai Israel and Kiyomi I. Kowalski, and April Powers of Project Shema join host S

The Youth Mental Health Crisis

Nov 18th, 2022 26m 47s

Ken Burns’ film Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness takes us inside our country’s youth mental health crisis. Featured in the film are mental advocate Makalynn Powell and Dr. Tom Insel of Vanna Health. They join host Scott Syphax for

A New Approach to Housing and Community

Nov 11th, 2022 26m 51s

Housing is always at the top of the agenda for our region and its future. Local entrepreneur and Unseen Heroes CEO Roshaun Davis joins host Scott Syphax for a conversation about a new approach to building housing and community.

Is Recession Inevitable?

Oct 14th, 2022 26m 10s

Rising interest rates, war overseas, and inflation are contributing to declining consumer and business confidence in the economy. Is recession inevitable? Sanjay Varshney, the chief economist of the Sacramento Business Review, shares his insigh

The Sacramento Bee Editorial Staff

Aug 12th, 2022 26m 30s

The Sacramento Bee is bringing fresh perspectives to its editorial pages by adding new members who are younger with different points of view. Some of these new editorial members – Yousef Baig, Robin Epley, and Hannah Holzer – join California O