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California’s girls are achieving in school and beyond, yet many are struggling with serious psychological distress. Dr. Linda Farley, CEO of Girl Scouts Heart of Central California, and Girl Scout Amelia Reyes-Stone join host Scott Syphax to discuss the 2026
What can a forgotten ice core reveal about the future of our coastlines? Kathy Kasic, filmmaker and Sacramento State associate professor, joins host Scott Syphax to discuss her Emmy-winning documentary, The Memory of Darkness, Light, and Ice, and the discovery
The 1982 Tylenol murders shocked the nation, changed consumer safety, and remain officially unsolved. Joseph Cibelli joins host Scott Syphax to discuss his book, “The Tylenol Murders: A Father’s Confession to His Son,” and why he believes his own father
From his childhood on a farm near Stockton to his development of signature communities and his role in helping launch UC Merced, Fritz Grupe has shaped California for more than six decades. Fritz Grupe joins host Scott Syphax to discuss
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, learn, and make decisions — and its impact is being felt in Sacramento. But who shapes that future? Jesse Delgado of the AI Collective joins host Scott Syphax to discuss how communities can
Catholic schools have long been a cornerstone of education in Sacramento, but today they face declining enrollment, rising costs, and major change. With Jesuit High School set to admit girls, Dr. John Moran of St. Francis High School and alumna
Sacramento sits in the heart of one of the world’s richest agricultural regions, where chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs are redefining regional food culture. Chef and restaurateur Brad Cecchi of Canon joins host Scott Syphax to discuss innovation in the kitchen,
Jorge Aguirre-Alvarado joins host Scott Syphax to share his personal story as his spouse remains detained by immigration authorities. Sacramento City Councilmember Eric Guerra and Opening Doors CEO Jessie Mabry also join the conversation to discuss due process, family separation,
What’s the reality of Sacramento’s economic future? Barry Broome, CEO of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council, joins host Scott Syphax to discuss the forces shaping affordability, job growth, and investment in our region — and the tradeoffs that will define
What’s ahead in 2026 as Sacramento and California face national tensions, change, and rising costs? Marcos Bretón, California Opinion Editor at The Sacramento Bee, joins host Scott Syphax to explore the key issues shaping the year ahead.
Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools, the largest adult education charter in the region, faces potential closure after a state audit raised serious concerns. Executive Director Jonathan Raymond joins host Scott Syphax to discuss reforms and what’s next.
Senator Angelique Ashby joins host Scott Syphax for a candid conversation on leadership, policy, and her vision for Sacramento as she represents the 8th District in the California State Senate.
Jean-Francois Coget, Dean of the College of Business at Sacramento State, joins host Scott Syphax to discuss how the school is preparing students for an evolving, AI-driven economy and helping shape the future of the region’s workforce.
Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty joins host Scott Syphax to share his plans for tackling homelessness, housing, public safety, and economic growth to build a stronger future for the city.
Can Sacramento become a hub for high-growth startups? Mark Haney and James Shelby join host Scott Syphax to discuss Growth Factory — a $10M local accelerator and venture fund reshaping the rulebook on capital, coaching, and community.
