A podcast sharing surprising stories about people, places and politics in our Golden State. Each episode will be a deep dive on what’s going on in the state and in the Bay Area with your State Senator, Steve Glazer.
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On this episode of Table Talk, we talk with UC Berkeley Professor -- and artificial intelligence and cybersecurity expert -- Hany Farid about scams; how technology is evolving to make scams more believable, and what you can do to spot them.State Senator Steve Glazer
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Keeping Pets Safe When Disaster Strikes: how a team of vets is preparing for the next big fire, flood, earthquake
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At UC Davis, the California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET for short) is preparing for the next big disaster -- and how they'll evacuate and treat injured pets when the time comes.State Senator Steve Glazer
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This Spring, I visited Hiroshima, Japan, where the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb in 1945. The site now contains a museum, memorial and eternal flame. I interviewed Governor Hidehiko Yuzaki, of Hiroshima Prefecture to get his perspective on world events from his unique vantage point as well as visit with Americans touring this haunting place where mor…
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On this episode of Table Talk, I visit with three leaders in the autonomous vehicle space. Dan Chatman, UC Berkeley professor; Gokul Hemady, CEO of Glydways, an autonomous transit vehicle developer; and Angela Richards from Monarch Tractor. High speed testing and deployment of AVs is coming to a community near you!…
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In this episode of Table Talk we tell the backstory five important bills and why special interests are likely to kill them. You'll hear about housing, lobbyists, taxes, BART, and healthcare.State Senator Steve Glazer
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Homelessness and Housing Crisis: status report on our unhoused neighbors with Gov. Newsom’s top housing director.
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This week on Table Talk, I sat down with Jason Elliott, Deputy Chief of Staff for California Governor Gavin Newsom, whose work focuses on housing and homelessness. We discuss where state dollars are being spent and how much progress is being made when it comes to homelessness in California.State Senator Steve Glazer
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In the splash zone: our front row seat on sea level rise and climate change
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This week on Table Talk, I spoke with top experts about sea level rise to learn about how climate change will impact our coastal ecosystems, ways of life, and everything in between. I talk with Bay Conservation and Development Commission Chair Zack Wasserman, David Lewis from Save the Bay, Executive Director of the California Coastal Commission Dr.…
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This week on Table Talk we take a ride in one of San Francisco's Waymo self-driving taxis and learn about all the innovation that goes into making this new tech street-ready.State Senator Steve Glazer
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Hospice Care: Is it the right choice for a loved one? Plus we take a closer look at problems in the industry.
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On this episode of Table Talk, I look into hospice care in California and the choices you may face at an end of life moment for a friend or family member as well as the history of fraud within the system. I talk with Steve Lopez, columnist for the LA Times who writes about aging; Senator Ben Allen, who authored a bill on hospice care in California;…
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Starting the second season of Table Talk off right by highlighting the fantastic offerings from Livermore Valley wineries -- and learning why a Livermore winery should be at the top of your next wine tasting list.State Senator Steve Glazer
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On this episode of Table Talk, we look back at the people we've met, stories we've told, and places we've visited throughout season 1 of the podcast with a special guest. Tune in to hear the untold stories of the season, behind the scenes of your favorite episodes, and a sneak peak into the upcoming episodes of season 2.…
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Attorney General Rob Bonta talks guns, retail theft, Antioch scandal, and addictive social media
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This week on Table Talk, California Attorney General Rob Bonta talks about: getting guns away from dangerous people, the Antioch police scandal investigation, retail theft, and kids' safety on addictive social media sites.State Senator Steve Glazer
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Shoplifting, addiction, and dysfunctional diversion programs: understanding retail theft in California
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This week on Table Talk we dive into the issue of retail theft in California. I talk with Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper about how we enforce and prosecute retail crime, and with California Retailers Association President Rachel Michelin about how retailers are responding.State Senator Steve Glazer
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In this episode of Table Talk we took trip to the Martinez Animal Shelter to visit with some furry friends. Tune in to hear our interview with Contra Costa Animal Services Director Beth Ward.State Senator Steve Glazer
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“Fire Safe Moraga Orinda” has been organizing neighbors to protect their homes from fires -- and even the California Insurance Commissioner is impressed. In this episode, we'll tell you how you can organize a “Firewise“ neighborhood group that can improve community safety and may save you money on homeowners' insurance. And, we'll share why fire pr…
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On this episode of Table Talk I sit down for a candid conversation with Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe about what's going on in his city. We talk about the ongoing investigations of the police force by the FBI and the District Attorney, the struggle to hire a city manager and police chief, and much more.…
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On this week's episode we talk with three top experts in the medical field to answer questions about COVID-19, the newly updated vaccines, and what you should know to stay healthy this cold season. I talk with Alameda County Health Officer Dr. Nick Moss, Contra Costa Health Deputy Health Officer Dr. Meera Sreenivasan, and UCSF Infectious Disease Sp…
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16 years behind bars for a murder he didn't commit: the story of Adnan Khan
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The story of Adnan Khan; sentenced to 25 years to life for an Antioch murder he didn’t commit. After 16 years behind bars, a controversial new law freed him. Hear his story on this week's episode of Table Talk with Senator Steve Glazer.State Senator Steve Glazer
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This week on Table Talk we take you on a trip to the Bay Bridge to learn about everything that went into the retrofit after the Loma Prieta earthquake. I talk with CalTrans' Bart Ney about everything that went into the project, with guest appearances from David Lewis of Save the Bay and Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.…
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This week on Table Talk we visit a backyard beekeeper and a native bees researcher to learn about why pollinators are so important. Tune in to hear what you can do to help your neighborhood pollinators.State Senator Steve Glazer
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On this week’s episode of Table Talk I interview California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara about the availability of homeowners insurance — as tens of thousands of policies are dropped statewide.State Senator Steve Glazer
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On this week's episode of Table Talk, we take a look at how the tragic death of a child sparked a charity that has now helped hundreds of thousands of families in the Bay Area during a hospital vigil.State Senator Steve Glazer
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Inside Politics with Mayor Willie Brown
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On this week's episode of Table Talk Senator Glazer talks with Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown about his life, lengthy career in politics, and what's wrong with the political system today.State Senator Steve Glazer
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This week on Table Talk we visited Audrey and Mindy Ellison, who paint their garage door each week to spread love in their community - but haters have still emerged. Check out their Instagram page to see the door Senator Glazer painted @GarageDoorWC.State Senator Steve Glazer
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You've heard of Batman...but what about the Birdman? He's on a mission to make his neighborhood a better place, not just for the human residents. This week on Table Talk we meet Greg Moeller, the unofficial bird whisperer of the Bay Area.State Senator Steve Glazer
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In this week's episode of Table Talk we discuss the financial peril facing public transit. Senator Glazer talks with fellow Senator Scott Wiener, award-winning journalist Dan Borenstein, and BART Board Director Debora Allen.State Senator Steve Glazer
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Shh… libraries are now making some noise. On this episode of Table Talk, we uncover how libraries are adapting to the digital age, all that they’re offering, and some controversial history.State Senator Steve Glazer
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For years local politicians have taken advantage of "legal bribes;" a questionable mix of campaign contributions and votes. Not anymore. In this episode, Senator Steve Glazer and guests discuss the new anti-corruption law in California and the backlash that followed it.State Senator Steve Glazer
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An inside look at the dirty world of recycling: confusion, fake labels, tech innovation, and voyeurism.State Senator Steve Glazer
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A Bay Area high school's compassion for farmworkers leads to an extraordinary class project. (Can you save the world in a semester?)State Senator Steve Glazer
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