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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.

August 24, 2022
Katelyn Brewer - From Darkness to Light
Bryan has a moving conversation with Katelyn Brewer of Darkness to Light - the nations leading advocate for child sexual abuse prevention. As President & CEO, she lends invaluable insight to the larger conversation of child protection as a collective adult responsibility. She outlines the National Blueprint for reform and its impact on legislation. (Originally aired 24Aug22)
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August 19, 2022
Shannon Olivieri Hovis - NARAL Pro-Choice America
In light of the recent SCOTUS ruling, Shannon Olivieri Hovis, Director, California at NARAL Pro-Choice America, joins Bryan to discuss its impact to the Pro-Choice movement in California. (Originally aired 19August22)
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July 25, 2022
Edward Ring - The Abundance Choice
Edward Ring returns to the program to discuss his new book, The Abundance Choice. Ed is one of the leading voices in California to address our rapidly accelerating water shortage. (Originally aired 25July22)
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