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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.
September 27, 2022
Shannon Olivieri Hovis-NARAL Pro-Choice America
Director of NARAL Pro-Choice California, Shannon Olivieri Hovis returns to the show to talk about the choice-focused political fights across the country. (Originally aired 27Sept22)
ListenSeptember 6, 2022
National Union of Healthcare Workers - Sarah Soroken & Sal Rosselli
Bryan reviews the high profile strike of Kaiser Permanente with Sarah Soroken, Kaiser triage therapist, and Sal Rosselli, president of the National Union of Healthcare Workers. They explain the resources of nuhw.org, their goals, and ongoing efforts to demand change in the clinical environments throughout California. (Originally aired September 6 22)
ListenAugust 30, 2022
Kami Peer - Common Sense Media
Kami Peer, California Policy Associate with Common Sense Media, shares with Bryan how proposed legislation this past session was drafted to combat tactics used to addict minors to social media. Kami goes behind the scenes discussing the platforms and political leaders they are taking on in this fight. (Originally aired 30Aug22)
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