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Valley Views

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The Valley Views podcast, presented by The Maddy Institute, explores how state and federal policies impact the San Joaquin Valley. Each episode features in-depth discussions on local, state, and national issues, with diverse voices from across the political spectrum. Fostering balanced and engaging conversations, the podcast keeps listeners informed on the topics that matter most to the Valley, providing insights into the policies shaping its future. Valley Views is available on-air every Sunday at 10 AM on NewsTalk 580AM/105.9FM (KMJ) and as a podcast.

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825: A Comprehensive Look at the Valley's Water Challenges 31.03.2019 46:28

Hear from Mark Keppler and Ellen Hanak, Director of the Water Policy Center at the Public Policy Institute of California on the San Joaquin Valley's water challenges and the unsustainable nature of groundwater. 

820: “Cal Facts”: Everything You Need To Know About California 24.03.2019 50:07

Hear from Carolyn Chu from the Legislative Analyst Office about an interesting publication, Cal Facts, which compiles everything you need to know about California. Then, hear more about the Valley's Economic Opportunities from Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin and Pete Weber, the co-chair of CalFwd and Director of the Fresno Bridge Academy.

818: Ready, Fire, Aim: High Speed Rail’s Initial Rollout 10.03.2019 49:42

Listen in as Mark Keppler and State Auditor Elaine Howle discuss the status of California's High Speed Rail project. Then you'll hear from Tim Sheehan with the Fresno Bee speak on the Valley perspective and news of this massive transportation project. 

812: “More Issues, Fewer Federal Judges: What Will it Mean for the Valley?” 03.02.2019 46:37

Tune in this week to hear from Mark Keppler and guests Lawrence O'Neil, Chief U.S. District Judge, McGregor Scott, U.S. Attorney General for the Eastern District, Daniel Jamison, Dowling Aaron, Richard Watters with Miles, Sears & Eanni, and California's Legislative Analyst Mac Taylor about the shortage of federal judges in California and the implications for the valley

810: New State Budget: Will Past Be Prologue? 27.01.2019 48:00

Listen in on Mark Keppler's conversation with Scott Graves, Director of Research for the Calif Budget & Policy Center and former California's Legislative Analyst, Mac Taylor.

814: California Politics: A Look Back and A Look Forward 20.01.2019 46:11

Mark Keppler discusses future legislation with John Myers (LA Times), Dan Walters and Laurel Rosenhall (CALmatters), Scott Lay with The Nooner, Mindy Romero with USC Price School of Public Policy, and Joel Fox with Fox & Hounds

815: State’s Fiscal Outlook Sets the Stage for Upcoming Budget Negotiation 06.01.2019 47:33

Hear from Mark Keppler, Scott Graves, the Director of Research for the Calif Budget & Policy Center, and Mac Taylor with the LAO about the upcoming budget negotiations in California.

806: High Speed Rail New Business Plan: Finally on the Right Track? 23.12.2018 45:03

Mark Keppler discusses the future of high speed rail in California with Tom Richards, Vice Chair of the High Speed Rail Board of Directors, Tom VanHeeke from the LAO and, Jon Coupal with the Howard Jarvis Tax Payers Association. 

811: California’s 2018 Election Results: A Political Tsunami? 16.12.2018 51:10

Listen in on Mark Keppler's discussion with Mindy Romero of the USC Price School of Public Policy, John Myers with the LA Times, Laurel Rosenhall with CALmatters, and Joel Fox with Fox & Hounds to discuss the 2018 election results. Then hear from Mike Dunbar with the Merced Sun Star and Modesto Bee, Rory Appleton with the Frenso Bee, Paul Hurley, formerly with the Visalia Times Delta, and Ivy...

809: Nothing Extravagant: California’s Spending Plan for 2018-19 09.12.2018 47:24

On this week's episode, Mark Keppler is joined by California's Legislative Analyst, Mac Taylor and Scott Graves, Director of Research for the Calif Budget to discuss the State's spending plan for 2018 and 2019. 

804: California's Top 10 02.12.2018 48:52

Mark Keppler is joined by John Howard of the Capitol Weekly to discuss California's Top 10 movers and shakers. In addition, hear from Paul Hurley former reporter at Visalia Times-Delta, Mike Dunbar, reporter at Modesto Bee, Tim Sheehan, reporter at The Fresno Bee about the most influential figures in the Valley. 

807: Groundwater Banking: Saving for a Not-So-Rainy Day 25.11.2018 48:25

Mark Keppler is joined by Alvar Escriva-Bou with the Public Policy Institute of California and Alan Hofman, the General Manager of the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District to discuss one of the biggest issues in California and in the Valley, water. Listen in to hear a discussion on ground water, water storage, and groundwater recharge. 

Campus Shootings: Are Local Schools Prepared? 11.11.2018 50:03

Hear from Mark Keppler, Doug Collins with the Merced City School District, and Steve France with the Clovis Unified School District about the state of local schools when it comes to protecting students from active shooters. 

November Elections 04.11.2018 47:24

Listen to a breakdown of the November elections, featuring Laurel Rosenhall of CALmatters and John Myers of Los Angeles Times Sacramento Bureau

803: November 2018 Election: The Races 21.10.2018 47:42

On this epsiode, Mark Keppler is joined by Laurel Rosenhall of CALmatters and John Myers of Los Angeles Times Sacramento Bureau to discuss the November 2018 election and key races they're paying close attention to. 

Prop 6 & the Gas Tax: Are Better Roads in for a Bumpy Ride? What are the implications for the Valley? 14.10.2018 49:16

On this week's episode, Mark Keppler is joined by Laurel Rosenhall with CALmatters, John Myers with the Los Angeles Times Sacramento Bureau, Paul Golaszewski of LAO; Jon Coupal of the Howard Jarvis Tax Payers Association, and Allan Zaremberg of the California Chamber of Commerce to discuss Prop 6 and the Gas Tax. Listeners will also hear from Tony Boren of Fresno COG, Rosa Park of Stanislaus COG,...