Best of Mornings on 2: The Race for Governor Heats Up & Mother’s Day on a Budget

5.6.2026 ---------------- California Politics & Gubernatorial Debate: Coverage of the recent debate between candidates like Javier Becerra and Steve Hilton, focusing on healthcare and the 2020 election. U.S.-Iran International Tensions: Discussion on the potential for renewed bombing in Iran and the resulting impact on the Strait of Hormuz and global shipping. Economic Outlook & Gas Prices: Analysis from financial advisor Chris Markowski on how geopolitical conflict is driving gas prices over $6 a gallon and threatening the global economy. Retirement Planning in the Modern Era: Financial expert Jason Matthews discusses the "new retirement," the impact of inflation on savings, and strategies for different age groups. Lifestyle & Mother’s Day: Creative, low-cost ideas for celebrating Mother's Day through potlucks, vintage tea parties, and DIY gardening gifts. Sports & Local Heroes: The story of Aleksei Averchenko’s "swim marathon" and an update on the San Jose Sharks landing the number two pick in the NHL draft. Weather: A forecast for a record-breaking "hot Mother's Day" with temperatures reaching 91°F. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices