My Guest today is Curt Hagman, Chairman of San Bernardino County Supervisors. San Bernardino County is one of the largest counties in America, even larger than some U.S. states. Will it secede from California to become a state of its own? BUY Jan 6 DVD: https://www.epochtv.shop/product-page/dvd-the-real-story-of-january-6, Promo Code “Jeff&Hans” for 20% off. * Click the […]

My guest is Hank Adler, Burra Executive Professor of Accounting at Chapman University. Will the minimum wage for fast-food restaurant employees increase? And will it have an adverse effect on small business owners in California? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social […]

My guest is Vern Pierson, district attorney for El Dorado County. Is California experiencing a cultural war on our law enforcement? Are police officers being overly scrutinized for every action or inaction? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus […]

My guest is Douglas Eckenrod, former state parole deputy director. Why is human trafficking not considered a violent crime in California? And what is the Public Safety Committee’s impact on public safety? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus […]

My guest is Nicole Canion, a parent and former California resident. What is causing some parents to leave the state for better public schools? Are current California policies affecting our children’s educational potential? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: […]

My guest is Katy Grimes, editor at California Globe. What California bills are forcing businesses to branch out and relocate to other states? And how are California policies and regulations affecting the employees? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: […]

My guest is Tony Hall, former San Francisco County supervisor. Are safe injection sites helping the drug crisis, or encouraging it? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv Gab: https://gab.com/EpochTV Telegram: https://t.me/EpochTV Parler: https://parler.com/#/user/EpochTV

My guest is Jonathon Madison, lead attorney at the Madison Firm. Did the eviction moratorium impact the relationship between tenants and landlords? Are the consequences having an adverse effect on the renting process? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus […]

My guest is Gabriela Sandoval, research director for TURN (The Utility Reform Network). Why are California’s utility costs among the highest in the country? And are there hidden costs being added to your bill each month? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow Epoch TV on […]

My guest is Ross Novie, a multi-media director and producer and the founder of Uprising LA. While children can sit next to each other in classrooms with no masks, they are required to wear them in public gyms and recreation centers. Why is there this discrepancy and how is it impacting the children in Los […]

My guest is Susan Shelley, editorial writer for the Southern California News Group and vice president of communications for the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. Will hotels in Los Angeles be required to accept the homeless and provide them with rooms? What else might be on the next ballot? * Click the “Save” button below the […]

My guest is AJ Orben, vice president at We Recycle Solar. He has worked toward strengthening the circular economy, extending the useful life of devices, and minimizing waste. Is solar waste a growing problem in California? Will it have an adverse effect on our environment? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access […]

My guest is Tim Ratcliff, restaurant owner and local Los Angeles hero who chased down and apprehended the homeless man who assaulted one of his customers. Is the homelessness crisis causing everyday quality of life to diminish? Are business owners being left to handle the homeless on their own? Let’s find out in this episode. […]

My guest is Mike Netter, vice chair at Rebuild California. He also helped spearhead the effort to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom. Why did the recall of Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon fail? Let’s find out in this episode. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow […]

My guest is Terry Gilliam, founder of the Facebook groups Leaving California and Life After California, which have 250,000 followers in total. Has the trend of people leaving California been growing from last year? What’s the impact of California losing its population? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on […]

My guest is Andrew Quinio, attorney with Pacific Legal Foundation. He used to work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of General Counsel, where he litigated employment discrimination and whistleblower cases. What’s in California’s controversial reparation plan? How many meaningful results could it provide to help relieve California’s housing crisis? * Click the […]

My guest is Greg Thomas, general manager with Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District. Is it true that California is going to lose 10 percent of its water in the next 18 years? And what can we do to avoid the water crisis? * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on […]

My guest is Will Swaim, president of the California Policy Center and an award-winning journalist. He has written extensively about California politics, business, media, and religion. What are the ballot measures we Californians are going to vote on this year? What’s hiding behind the titles and short summaries? * Click the “Save” button below the […]

Should noncitizens participate in California’s local elections? And are there any unintended consequences? My guest is James Lacy, an attorney and political commentator. He sued and won the case against San Francisco that overturned the controversial law that allows noncitizens to vote in San Francisco’s local elections. We sat down with James just a few […]

My guest is Kali Fontanilla, a former California high school teacher. Her story of why she quit her job after speaking out against critical race theory and ethnic studies in California got hundreds of thousands of views on social media. What is ethnic studies? And what is its real impact on California students and teachers? […]

My guest is Vern Pierson, district attorney for El Dorado County. He also served several years with California’s Department of Justice as deputy attorney general. Why does California release the mentally ill to the streets instead of providing care for them? Have we created a cycle of homelessness? * Click the “Save” button below the […]

My guest is Patricia Wenskunas, founder and CEO of Crime Survivors. As a survivor of violent crime herself, she’s been advocating for victim rights for almost two decades in California and helped the passage of California’s Marsy’s Law, which gives 17 rights to victims. Why is California prioritizing the rights of offenders over victims? How […]

California universities are striving to have more and more diversity. Most California university jobs are asking for diversity statements, and candidates could lose out on getting the job if their diversity statement doesn’t match what the admissions office is looking for. But is this the best way to achieve more diversity? My guest is Daniel […]

California teachers are leaving their union. It is estimated that over 15 percent have left their union in recent years, and this year alone, 4,000 more will leave. The California teachers union has become one of the most influential special interests in California politics. Is the union’s deep influence in California politics helping the teachers? […]

In California, we strive to have green energy. In some cases, we may even pay more to get electricity that is branded as green. But are we really getting green energy? Who is responsible for this greenwashing in the electricity space? While we are focused on going green, are we ignoring bigger problems? My guest […]

California has been under a state of emergency for over 800 days, with no end in sight. While the state of emergency may have been necessary during the pandemic, it has led to thousands of no-bid contracts—bypassing the standard formal process of evaluation and bidding of contractors. We sit down with Marc Joffe, senior policy […]

The San Francisco Police Department is on the verge of losing a significant number of police officers. Is policing becoming impossible in San Francisco? How will this impact the city? Richard Cibotti is a sergeant at the San Francisco Police Department. He discusses with us his insider perspective on why SFPD is facing such a […]

With the reforms in the criminal justice system, there was a movement to bring a ballot initiative to remove the three-strikes law this year. However, the initiative did not collect enough signatures and will not be on the ballot. Is California’s three-strikes law too harsh? Or is it necessary to have strict punishment for people […]

According to a recent report by the American Legislative Exchange Council, California’s unfunded pension liabilities are estimated to be at $1.5 trillion—about $38,000 of debt for each Californian. What are unfunded pension liabilities, and why do we have so much of it? We guarantee that our government employees will receive a set income at the […]

California had a net loss of 200,000 people last year. It’s not just the people, but the businesses and jobs are leaving as well. Most people, including the California government, believe it is the housing costs that are driving Californians out of state. Despite the state pushing for 180,000 new housing units per year, the […]

Californians are very familiar with water preservation. But why exactly do we need to be so cautious with our water usage? Experts tell us enough water hits our state in a given year to comfortably supply everyone’s needs. That begs the next question: Then where does the water go? Darcy Burke, president of Elsinore Valley […]

The turnout for this year’s California primary election was roughly 33 percent, as of June 27—the lowest it’s been in eight years. Are people too busy? Do they think their vote doesn’t matter? Or are they fearful of voting for the wrong candidate? I sat down with political and polling expert Craig Keshishian to discuss […]

A California law was passed, making it mandatory for company boards to have a certain percentage of women and people of color. But it is now being called unconstitutional. My guest is Anastasia Boden, senior attorney at the Pacific Legal Foundation. She explains why this recent law contradicts our 14th Amendment and how it could […]

Many people are moving out of California because of the lack of affordable housing. But what is causing the cost to be so high? My guest is Erik Peterson, city council member of Huntington Beach. He discusses how California policies are causing the rise in housing costs and why building more is actually hurting affordability. […]

The homeless population continues to rise despite all the money and effort we are putting into the issue. You may wonder, what could be the cause? My guest is Robert Pequeno, mayor of Lake Forest. He gives us his insider perspective on homelessness from his firsthand experience as a homeless officer. He also discusses how current […]

Special interests are becoming more bold in California and are helping people get elected into city governments while demanding favors in return. My guest is Tom Tait, former mayor of Anaheim. He explains how a group of special interests have been controlling the city council, and he gives us his behind-the-scenes experience facing these special […]

Are the progressive policies backfiring in San Francisco and causing the progressives to question these policies? My guest is Cregg Johnson with Positive Directions Equals Change. He discusses why he thinks harm reduction and housing first is the wrong approach to dealing with homelessness and crime. He will also share his personal story of combating […]

San Francisco has been in a decline over the last few decades. People of the city are voicing their concerns with grassroots movements and recalls. My guest is Tony Hall, a former county supervisor. He explains why he thinks San Francisco is going through a major change. * Click the “Save” button below the video […]

California is pushing for more aggressive water conservation, and soon it may become mandatory for people to cut their water usage. But is this the best way to solve California’s water shortage? My guest is Brett Barbre, former water board member of Yorba Linda water district. He explains why California’s water shortage is largely due […]

There are several churches getting involved with California government, exposing what they believe to be wrong political ideologies. My guest is Joe Pedick, senior pastor at Calvary Chapel of the Harbour in Huntington Beach. He explains why he thinks religion can play a key part in approaching the governmental process and why government leaders don’t […]

The City of Anaheim is facing some controversy over the sale of Angel Stadium. My guest is Jose Moreno, Anaheim city council member. He gives us his behind-the-scenes perspective on the Angel Stadium deal and the alleged corruption scandal in Anaheim.   * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on […]

California parents want to get more involved with the school board to have more input on what is being taught in the school curriculum. My guest is Shawn Steel, former California GOP chair. He explains the impacts of politics on the school board and what’s causing parents to take action.   * Click the “Save” […]

There’s a trend in California of companies moving to other states due to high taxes and poor business policies. But is California doing anything to stop this great migration? My guest is Hank Adler, Burra Executive Professor of Accounting at Chapman University. He discusses why California policies are driving businesses out of the state.   […]

California State Controller Betty Yee is under review for her behind-the-scenes involvement with a $600 million failed mask deal with a Chinese company. My guest is Adam Andrzejewski, CEO of OpenTheBooks.com. He explains the ongoing case involving Yee and how the State Controller’s office is not disclosing $300 billion of transactions.   * Click the […]

Crime is continuing to rise in Los Angeles, which leaves us to wonder what the cause could be. My guest is Dennis Zine, former police officer and former city council member of Los Angeles. He discusses why city hall’s approach is impacting the rise in crime.   * Click the “Save” button below the video […]

A proposed vacancy tax in San Francisco, which could go into effect in the year 2024, would charge real estate owners a tax if their property is vacant for more than six months. My guest is Tony Hall, former county supervisor of San Francisco. He explains the details of this proposed vacancy tax and what […]

In California, the Democrats have a supermajority in the state assembly and Senate. You may wonder how this could impact you. My guest is Michael Maxsenti, advisory board and leadership team member with the Common Sense Party. He explains why a one-party supermajority has caused a monopoly of ideas in our state and how his […]

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon is facing a potential recall. My guest is Andrew Lara, city council member of Pico Rivera. He explains how Gascon’s policies, which were promoted as helping minorities, are actually hurting his predominately Latino community.   * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on […]

While inflation is extremely high, a number of economists believe a recession is around the corner. My guest is Jim Doti, president emeritus at Chapman University and professor of economics. He discusses why he’s predicting a recession and what that would mean for Californians.   * Click the “Save” button below the video to access […]

Crime is on the rise in California. Meanwhile, California is releasing prisoners early by the tens of thousands. My guest is Douglas Ekenrod, retired deputy director of California State Parole. He discusses how the early release program is impacting inmates and the community.   * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it […]

With technological advancements, farming is becoming more efficient—delivering more food to more places. But family farmers are shrinking in California. My guest is Victor Davis Hanson, a historian and farmer. He explains what is lost in the transition to corporate farming and its impact on our farming communities.   * Click the “Save” button below […]

The cost of living in California has been constantly increasing. While the inflation is at 8.5 percent, some Californians feel that it is much higher. My guest is economist Tim Shaler. He discusses the impact of inflation on homeowners versus renters.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv Gab: https://gab.com/EpochTV Telegram: https://t.me/EpochTV Parler: https://parler.com/#/user/EpochTV

A scam is spreading through California colleges where fake students are registering for classes to receive financial aid money. As a result of this fraud, we could be losing billions of dollars. My guest is Kim Rich, professor of criminal justice at Pierce College. She explains how she discovered this fraud and her speculation on […]

My guest is Daniel Yukelson, executive director at the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles. He explains the multiple factors causing rent prices to increase and what needs to change in order to provide affordable housing in California.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv Gab: https://gab.com/EpochTV Telegram: https://t.me/EpochTV Parler: https://parler.com/#/user/EpochTV

Administrative policies in our public schools are creating controversies among teachers and parents. My guest is Steve Campos, a P.E. teacher and active teachers union representative. He explains the challenges teachers are facing with administrative policies and balancing parents’ involvement.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv Gab: https://gab.com/EpochTV Telegram: https://t.me/EpochTV Parler: https://parler.com/#/user/EpochTV

Gas prices skyrocketed over the past few months. But we Californians are paying almost 40 percent more than the national average. My guest is economist Tim Shaler. He explains why gas prices are a lot higher in California compared to the rest of the country, and gives us his prediction on where the prices are […]

Did you know public schools in California are experiencing a decrease in enrollment? My guest is Stefan Bean, superintendent at Aspire Public Schools in Los Angeles. He discusses why he thinks there’s a decline in public school enrollment and what needs to happen to provide students with the best environment for growth.   Follow Epoch […]

My guest is Mary Theroux, senior vice president at the Independent Institute and advisory director at The Salvation Army. She discusses why California hasn’t solved the homelessness issue after spending billions of dollars and what her organization is doing to help relieve this crisis.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv […]

Over the past several years, California’s population growth has been slowing down. And for the first time in the history of our state, California lost a congressional seat. My guest is Wendell Cox, an urban policy analyst. He explains why Californians are leaving the state.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV […]

California has been dedicating billions of dollars to fighting against wildfire. But is it working? My guest is Chad Hanson, a forest and fire ecologist with the John Muir Project. He explains why he thinks California is not addressing the wildfire situation effectively and how special interests are involved.   Follow Epoch TV on social […]

Many Californians care about recycling, but you may not know a lot of what you’re recycling ends up in the landfill. We used to rely on China to take our recyclables, but they’re no longer taking them. My guest is Heidi Sanborn, executive director at the National Stewardship Action Council. She discusses California’s recycling infrastructure […]

Los Angeles County extended its eviction moratorium for another 15 months. My guest is Chris Grey, president at Moss & Company Property Management. He discusses the details of the eviction moratorium and how the extension will impact the renters and landlords of Los Angeles.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv […]

The city of Los Angeles is looking to build permanent shelters for the homeless as their numbers continue to grow. My guest is James Breslo, an attorney with McAfee and Taft. He explains Los Angeles’s approach to the homeless crisis and why he thinks there are better solutions.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: […]

My guest is John Knox, firefighter and paramedic at LA City Fire Department. He discusses the impact of Los Angeles’s vaccine mandates on firefighters and why it has caused a shortage of first responders.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv Gab: https://gab.com/EpochTV Telegram: https://t.me/EpochTV Parler: https://parler.com/#/user/EpochTV

Homelessness is spreading into different neighborhoods of Los Angeles where our children are beginning to witness its harsh realities. My guest is Chie Lunn, a teacher, parent, and community member. She discusses how the homelessness lifestyle is affecting the children of Santa Monica and adults’ responsibility to bring normalcy back to the streets.   Follow […]

In February 2021, Proposition 19 went into effect in California. Those who inherit property have one year to make it their permanent residence; otherwise, it will be reassessed at market value, which leads to a significant tax increase. My guest is Susan Shelley, vice president of communications for the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. She explains […]

California is planning to spend $10 billion on battery-powered vehicles and ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035. But is this going to make us greener? My guest is Mark Mills, physicist and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. He explains how shifting to zero-emission vehicles might not be as green as we think. […]

In a previous episode of California Insider, we covered the impacts of a single-payer health care solution for Californians. But why does health care cost so much? My guest is Dr. Rupali Chadha, a physician with Free2Care. She discusses why we have the highest cost of health care in the world and what it will […]

In California, less than 40 percent of our students are proficient in math. To fix this, our state leaders have proposed a new math curriculum. My guest today is Dr. Williamson Evers, Director of the Center on Educational Excellence at Independent Institute. Today he will explain why the changes to the curriculum have become controversial […]

San Francisco recently had a corruption case that highlights how much power city officials have over contracts. My guest is Matt Gonzalez, former president of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He explains the types of schemes playing out in the city government and what needs to change for there to be fair treatment of […]

My guest is Pastor Jack Hibbs, who says California has hit rock bottom and the only way to go now is up. He discusses the influence of special interest in politics and what needs to happen to bring unity and prosperity back to our state.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV […]

The manmade chemical substance known as fentanyl is being mixed in with all sorts of drugs and claiming countless people. But could people selling drugs be charged with homicide knowing full well the consequences of fentanyl overdose? My guest is Michael Hestrin, Riverside County district attorney. He discusses how fentanyl has become widely available on […]

My guest is Kerry Jackson, a fellow with the Center for California Reform at the Pacific Research Institute. He explains the various types of bans occurring in California and how he feels the state is going too far.   Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv Gab: https://gab.com/EpochTV […]

Patient advocates in California are concerned that the medical board is lenient toward doctors’ misconduct. My guest is Marian Hollingsworth, a patient advocate. She explains the role of the medical board in protecting patients and why the board should do more. Follow Epoch TV on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EpochTVus Twitter: https://twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/EpochTV Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/epochtv […]

The city of San Francisco has over 8,000 homeless people with more than half of them living on the streets. Despite many previous attempts to contain this issue, the numbers continue to climb. My guest is Michael Shellenberger, author of the book “San Fransicko.” He discusses why he believes poor money management and public policies […]

The “Defund the Police” movement started about two years ago. With a spike in violent crimes across the nation and some cities refunding their police departments, people are questioning if it was a rational decision based on data. My guest is Alex Villanueva, sheriff of Los Angeles County—the largest sheriff’s department in the country. He […]

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) was once the pride of San Francisco. But according to recent reports on reliability, customer satisfaction, and safety, BART has been falling behind other metropolitan systems. My guest is Lawrence McQuillan, senior fellow at the Independent Institute. He explains why BART has fallen behind and how it can improve […]

A number of California legislatures had been pushing for a universal health care system, in which everyone will be insured and the whole health care system will operate under the state government. The proponents of this bill argue that health care would become cheaper and more accessible. However, the critics of the bill are concerned […]

There’s a campaign in San Francisco to recall three school board members. A number of parents are frustrated with the board not prioritizing the reopening of the schools. My guest is Siva Raj, co-lead for this recall campaign. He explains why this recall has gained so much momentum and how it will impact the city. […]

SB 9 and 10 were passed to help solve California’s housing crisis—a blanket law to cover the entire state. But some are concerned that the bills will end the single-family housing and suburban life in California. My guest is Peggy Huang, council member for the city of Yorba Linda. She explains how SB 9 and […]

California passed proposition 64 to eliminate the illegal marijuana market. But six years later, the black market is thriving and becoming more brazen as cartels buy out homes to grow marijuana illegally. My guest is John Nores Jr., a retired Special Ops game warden lieutenant and author of the book “Hidden War.” He discusses how the […]

The cost of living in California is about 50 percent more than the national average, and it’s still going up. My guest is Dr. Arthur B. Laffer, a world-renowned economist who also served as a member of President Ronald Reagan’s advisory board. He explains why the cost of living is so high and how we […]

San Francisco is a beautiful city but has recently been facing a steady increase in crime and homelessness, which has many people wondering what’s causing this downfall. My guest is Tony Hall, former member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He discusses how the crime and homelessness problems can be traced back to policymaking […]

Los Angeles was once one of the top cities in the world. Now, it is experiencing high levels of homelessness, crime, strict business regulations, and poor public policy. My guest is Roozbeh Farahanipour, president of the West Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce. He discusses the corruption in the city of Los Angeles and how his […]

A lawsuit filed against the UC system in 2019 resulted in the university dropping its standardized testing requirements for admission. This is supposedly to help minorities and low-income families who seem to be at a disadvantage. But are we sacrificing educational merit in the name of diversity? My guest is Ward Connerly, former University of […]

California voted to pass Prop 47, the Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act, which reduces some nonviolent crimes from a felony to a misdemeanor. But has it really made California safer? My guest is Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert. She explains why Prop 47 is a major factor behind the rise in crime in […]

Students in California universities are experiencing a housing crisis, with a number of them living in hotels. Some are even living in their cars. UC Santa Barbara is among one of these universities. Some people blame this university for enrolling too many students. But the university says that is not the case. My guest is […]

San Jose may be one of the wealthiest cities in the country, but it has been dealing with a number of challenges. One major concern for the residents is the lack of investment into city infrastructure like roads, housing, water, and energy. My guest is David Nettemeyer, ex-San Jose resident and executive of Valin Corporation. […]

Los Angeles County has been experiencing a rise in crime that is now spreading into the suburbs and getting more violent—including smash-and-grabs and follow-home robberies in very nice communities. My guest is former LA County District Attorney Steve Cooley. He explains why there is a rise in crime in Los Angeles, what city officials are […]

According to the latest survey done by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), almost half of businesses are significantly impacted by supply chain disruptions as over 90 ships are waiting at the ports of Los Angeles. My guest is John Kabateck, California state director for the NFIB. He discusses how the congestion at the […]

For almost an entire year, the redistricting commission dedicated their time to developing new map proposals for the city of Los Angeles. But after all their hard work, the final map was significantly changed by the city council at the last minute. This created a lot of controversy. My guest is David Burke, president and […]

Special interest and legalized corruption is now very present in our local city councils. Hundreds of thousands of dollars are going into city council races in untraceable structures. Your interest is then pushed aside for the concerns of these special interest. My guest is Larry Agran, Irvine City Council member and former mayor of Irvine, […]

In the month of August, there was a shocking amount of over 400,000 people who quit their jobs in California—the highest amount we’ve seen in the past 20 years. What’s the cause of this mass exodus in the workforce? My guest is DeLinda Forsythe, author of the book “Inspiring Generational Leadership” and founder of Innovative Commercial Environments. She talks about the reason behind the great resignation and […]

Since the pandemic, restaurant owners have been dealing with continuous hardships. Besides the impediment of vaccine mandates, owners are now struggling with shortages and higher costs. My guest is Jim Walker, an experienced restaurant owner. He explains how port congestion and inconsistency in vaccine mandates are adversely impacting the restaurant industry. He discusses the major […]

Desert towns in California have seen a dramatic increase of illegal marijuana plantations, operating through means of water theft, human trafficking, and violence. Due to Proposition 64: The Adult Use of Marijuana Act, which lowered penalties on illegal marijuana growers, the black market in California is out of control. My guest today is Jorge Ventura, […]

It all started with a court decision in 2018, Martin v. Boise, which boils down to a simple question: whether the homeless encampment is legal or not. My guest today is Bruce Silverstein, mayor pro tem with the City of Malibu, who has practiced as an attorney in various federal courts, including the United States […]

Los Angeles and San Francisco have embraced a “reform” in their criminal justice system by having fewer sentences and punishments for certain crimes. But does the result match the intention? My guest is Kathleen Cady, a former prosecutor with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Bureau of Victim Services. She talks about the reform in the […]

California has some of the best and worst public schools in the country. And Californians are committed to education—with almost half of the state’s budget dedicated to it. But why is the outcome not matching the effort? My guest is Gloria Romero, a former California state senator and state Senate majority leader. She talks about […]

Is the California dream fading? According to my guest today, it is. We are re-airing this interview with Chapman University Professor Joel Kotkin, where he discusses some of the main reasons people are moving out of California. California Insider is an Epoch Times show available on YouTube, Rumble, Youmaker, and The Epoch Times website. It […]

The ships that are anchored around ports of Los Angeles, waiting to get in, “are effectively serving as warehouses on the water. I mean, that’s what they’re doing. They’re storing these containers,” said Noel Hacegaba, the deputy executive director of the Port of Long Beach. The ports are having a serious backlog, and the reasons […]