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On each episode of Nation State of Play, we explore the political stories that are driving public policy in California at the federal, state, and local levels. We don’t just cover what politicians are doing—we cover how they’re doing it, and why they’re doing it. We explore these stories with political insiders, business leaders, journalists, and policy-makers themselves to get below the surface of the headlines, and show you the true forces shaping our nation state.

December 14, 2021
Edward Ring - California Needs More Water Now
Ed Ring, Co-founder of California Policy Center and proponent of The Water Infrastructure Act of 2022, sits down with Bryan to go below the surface of California's most valuable, and threatened resources. (Originally aired 14Dec21)
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December 3, 2021
Lindsey Vuolo - Fighting the Addiction Epidemic
Leading health advocate, Lindsey Vuolo of the Partnership to End Addiction, talks with Bryan to discuss how Washington and members of the California delegation are considering bills like The MATE Act and what impact it can have on addiction. Visit the Partnership's advocacy page (drugfree.org/advocate-for-change) to find resources and opportunities to advocate for other important bills currently before Congress. (Originally aired 3Dec21)
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November 30, 2021
Cynthia Murray - Business in the Bay
Cynthia Murray, President and CEO of the North Bay Leadership Council joins Bryan to discuss the unique needs of the Bay Area, a global destination for wine and tourism. (Originally aired 30Nov21)
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