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Flor Unmuted
by Flor Olvera
Flor Unmuted is where the voices they try to silence get amplified. Hosted by Flor, community organizer and former candidate, this podcast unpacks what's happening in our neighborhoods, in our laws, and in the systems built to forget us. No spin. No fluff. Just real talk with the people doing the local work. We're not muted anymore.
Episodes
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Nan Gomez-Heitzeberg on Education, Jobs, and the Central Valley
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I sit down with Nan Gomez-Heitzeberg, a longtime educator and incumbent Kern Community College District trustee seeking reelection. We discuss the role community colleges play in shaping the Central Valley's workforce, particularly in rural communities like Wasco,...
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Bringing Investment Back to Modesto with Juan Telles
Juan Telles is running for Modesto City Council District 2, representing West Modesto, South Modesto, the Airport neighborhood and downtown. His campaign centers heavily on housing, infrastructure and bringing more investment into neighborhoods that have historically seen less of it. In this...
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Always Say Yes to the Water with Elizabeth Chur
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I’m joined by Elizabeth Chur, author of The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers: How to Save Democracy, One Conversation at a Time. Elizabeth has spent years canvassing across California, including throughout the Central Valley, and training volunteers to have...
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Pedro Naveiras on Public Safety, East Bakersfield & the Ward 3 Race
Pedro Naveiras is running for Bakersfield City Council Ward 3, an open seat currently represented by longtime Councilmember Ken Weir. In this episode of Flor Unmuted, Pedro talks about growing up in East Bakersfield, his path from local schools and CSU Bakersfield to a career as a prosecutor, and...
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Prop 45: Jobs, Growth and Who Bears the Cost? with Emma De La Rosa
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, Flor sits down with Emma De La Rosa, Land Use and Transportation Policy Manager with Leadership Counsel for Justice and Accountability, for a Central Valley-focused conversation about California Proposition 45, CEQA, and what faster development could mean for…
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What Does College Owe Rural California? Susie Nava for College of the Sequoias Ward 5
Susie Nava knows College of the Sequoias from the student side of the equation. As a single mother attending COS, she remembers juggling work, transportation and childcare while trying to earn her degree. Now she’s running for the College of the Sequoias Board of Trustees in Ward 5, which…
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Candidate Conversations: What Should High School Prepare You For? with Dave Wescott for KHSD Area 1
Dave Wescott is running for Kern High School District Trustee Area 1. A Bakersfield native, Marine veteran, newly licensed attorney and parent with children approaching high school, Wescott says his path into politics began by showing up at public meetings and speaking during public comment. Now,...
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Candidate Conversations: The School Board Most Kern Voters Never Think About with Anastasia Hopper
Most voters will never attend a Kern County Board of Education meeting. Many probably couldn’t tell you what the board actually does. But the decisions made there can reach students across Kern County — particularly students navigating expulsion appeals, interdistrict transfers, county-run...
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The Local Office Behind Tulare’s Hospital with Jevon Price
Some of the most consequential offices on your ballot are also the ones you hear the least about. Jevon Price serves as the Area 3 Director and Treasurer for the Tulare Local Healthcare District. He was elected four years ago and, with no challenger filing against him this year, is set to serve a...
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Candidate Conversations: The Future of Visalia Unified, Area 1 with Stacy Boyce
Candidate Conversations continues with Stacy Boyce, candidate for the Visalia Unified School District Board of Trustees, Area 1. In this conversation, Stacy discusses what motivated her to run for office, her background in special education and trauma-informed practices, the Redwood High School...
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Can a Candidate Win Without Endorsements? | Sandra Van Scotter on Independence, and CD-20
What does it mean to run for Congress without accepting political endorsements or PAC money? Can a candidate remain independent while still building the relationships necessary to govern? In this episode of Flor Unmuted, host Flor Olvera sits down with Sandra Van Scotter, Democratic candidate for...
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Leading Rural: Mayor Sal Solorio-Ruiz on Courage, Community & the Future of the Central Valley
How do you lead a rural community during one of the most politically divided moments in recent history? In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I sit down with Delano Mayor Sal Solorio-Ruiz for a conversation about leadership, public service, and the future of California's Central Valley. We discuss…
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Open Secrets: Power, Silence, and How Political Stories Break with Michael Trujillo
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of alleged sexual misconduct, including rape, abuse of power, and the treatment of victims. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I sit down with political strategist Michael Trujillo for a conversation that pulls back…
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After the Debate: Who Actually Showed Up with Brian Murillo
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I sit down with Brian Murillo from Fresno for a real conversation following the California gubernatorial debate. We’re both in public service and union members, and we see firsthand how decisions made at the top actually play out on the ground. That perspective...
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Betty Yee on Immigration, Water, and California’s 2026 Governor Race
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, Flor Olvera sits down with former State Controller and 2026 gubernatorial candidate Betty Yee for a policy-focused conversation about California’s future. The discussion explores the scope of a governor’s authority in relation to federal immigration enforcement…
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Who the Justice System Centers First
In this solo episode, Flor reflects on how power and proximity shape the justice system, even when procedures are followed. This is not a dismissal of mental health care or an accusation of wrongdoing. It is a thoughtful examination of how access, media framing, and institutional caution can…
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Deported by Design: How ICE Raids and License Revocations Are Reshaping the Central Valley
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, immigration attorney Raj Singh breaks down what immigration enforcement actually looks like under the Trump administration in 2025 — from ICE street pickups in Bakersfield to people being quietly transferred to detention centers in Texas and Louisiana. We talk…
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Unmuted with Christian Romo: Fighting for Kern County’s Future
Summary In this conversation, Flor Olvera discusses the political landscape in rural California, particularly in Kern County, and the challenges faced by the Democratic Party. She emphasizes the importance of unity, voter engagement, and building trust with constituents. The discussion also…
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The Human Behind the Hustle | Councilmember Andrae Gonzales on Service, Faith & Politics
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, Bakersfield City Councilmember and State Assembly candidate Andrae Gonzales opens up about the journey that shaped him—from growing up on the Bakersfield College campus where his father dedicated his life to helping first-generation students, to navigating the...
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Is This What Integrity Looks Like? with Dr. Randy Villegas, Congressional Candidate- District 22
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I sit down with Randy Villegas, educator, school board trustee, and congressional candidate for California’s 22nd District, to discuss what real representation looks like for working-class and immigrant communities in the Central Valley. We dive into his personal...
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Part 2 Prop 50: Fair Play or Power Grab? with Catherine Romely and Carter Beardsley
In this powerful follow-up episode, Flor Olvera continues the deep dive into California’s Prop 50 this time featuring longtime voting rights advocate Carter Beardsley and a heartfelt conversation with community mentor Cathee Romley. Together, they unpack what’s really at stake: not just a...
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Prop 50: Fair Play or Power Grab? Part 1
In this first part of our Flor Unmuted Prop 50 mini series, we break down the facts, the fear tactics, and the future of democracy in California. Ballots are landing this week and Prop 50 has become the center of a high stakes battle over gerrymandering, congressional maps, and representation. We...
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TRUTH Act in Kern with Oliver Ma with Steps for Action
The TRUTH Act forum is Kern County’s once-a-year public reckoning on how the Sheriff’s Office interacts with ICE. On paper, it’s about transparency. In reality, it’s where official talking points and community truth often collide. In this episode of Flor Unmuted, attorney Oliver Ma from the ACLU…
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Political Gaslighting and Mental Health with Ramon Sanchez, MSW
When systemic racism, ICE raids, and political violence hit home, the damage isn’t just political it’s deeply personal. In this episode of Flor Unmuted, therapist Ramon Sanchez, MSW joins Flor Olvera for a raw, urgent conversation about protecting your mental health in the face of fear…
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Conoce Tus Derechos: Cómo Sobrevivir un Arresto Como Inmigrante with Criminal Defense Attorney H.A. Sala
In this urgent and compassionate episode of Flor Unmuted, Flor sits down with renowned criminal defense attorney H.A. Sala to talk directly to undocumented immigrants and mixed-status families who are living in fear. What do you do if you're arrested and can’t reach a lawyer? What if you’re…
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What ICE Really Costs Us with Oliver Ma, Legal Fellow, ACLU SoCal
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, immigration attorney Oliver Ma joins Flor to break down the hidden costs of immigrant detention and how ICE continues to drain local communities like Kern County of already scarce public resources. From taxpayer funding of private detention centers to the role of...
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ICE and Kern County with Inderraj Singh, Esq.
In this episode of Flor Unmuted, immigration attorney Inderraj Singh joins the mic to break down what’s really happening with recent ICE raids in Kern County—and why the silence from local officials should alarm all of us. We discuss how these raids are affecting immigrant families, the legal…
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Introduction to Flor Unmuted
Welcome to Flor Unmuted, a bilingual podcast about politics, culture, and community with zero filters and no performative theater. Hosted by a Latina voice built for real talk, not safe takes. In this quick intro, you'll hear what Flor Unmuted is all about and why this podcast is different. If...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Flor Unmuted is where the voices they try to silence get amplified. Hosted by Flor, community organizer and former candidate, this podcast unpacks what's happening in our neighborhoods, in our laws, and in the systems built to forget us.
No spin. No fluff. Just real talk with the people doing the local work.
We're not muted anymore.
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Flor Olvera
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Flor Unmuted is where the voices they try to silence get amplified. Hosted by Flor, community organizer and former candidate, this podcast unpacks what's happening in our neighborhoods, in our laws, and in the systems built to forget us. No spin. No fluff. Just real talk with the people doing the...
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