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The Manny's Podcast
by Manny's, Manny Yekutiel
Manny's is a physical space in San Francisco that helps people become better informed and more involved citizens. This is our podcast.
Episodes
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Sam Altman & Steve Kerr - In Conversation
Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, and Coach Steve Kerr of the Warriors - together on stage with Manny in San Francisco, November 3, 2025. Two of San Francisco's most innovative and inspirational leaders discuss leadership, technology, the Warriors, OpenAI, and how San Francisco has played an important role...
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The Biden Candidacy Post-Debate
Within minutes of the debate beginning last Thursday, texts and calls were being fielded across the Democratic apparatus asking one very big question: Should Biden stay in the race? The past few days have seen an eruption of chatter around that question, with folks from every end of the political...
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Chronicle Live at Manny’s: Celebrating Classical Music Critic Joshua Kosman
Since 1988, Joshua Kosman has been the leading critical voice on classical music in the Bay Area, covering everything from blockbuster Yo-Yo Ma concerts and Opera at the Ballpark to week-long Wagner cycles and contemporary music that only a mother (or a true connoisseur) could love. In his…
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Biodiversity in Our Urban Spaces
Do you ever find yourself reading or talking about the worldwide climate crisis – coral reef devastation, melting glaciers, catastrophic weather – and wondering “But what can I do?” For those of us who live in urban environments, climate change may sometimes feel like a concept far removed from…
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Chronicle Live at Manny’s: Where does Union Square go from here?
Though it encompasses just a single square block, Union Square has loomed large in San Francisco. Today, it’s in flux. Over the past few years, the luxury retail destination and its surrounding blocks have lost a number of notable tenants, but none as big as Macy’s flagship San Francisco store,...
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The WNBA is coming to the Bay Area!
2025 will be the inagural season of the Golden State WNBA team. We are SO excited to welcome this franchise, the players, and all the amazing WNBA energy to our city. On April 17th, the President of the new team, Jess Smith, will sit down with Danette Leighton, CEO of the Women's Sports…
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Fireside Chat with Presidential Candidate Congressman Dean Phillips
Election season is in full effect! Join us for a special afternoon fireside chat with Congressman Dean Phillips as he discusses his decision to run for President in 2024. This will be an oppertunity to meet one of the many candidates running for office in 2024 and ask Congressman Phillips...
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The San Francisco Standard Presents: The Future of Housing
As San Francisco faces a state housing mandate, there are many unanswered questions about new state and local laws, how the city may change, and whether these changes will be enough to meet our housing needs. On Aug. 24, The San Francisco Standard hosts a conversation with State Sen. Scott Wiener...
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Chronicle Live at Manny’s: How Photojournalists See San Francisco
Every day, SF Chronicle staff photographers are tasked with documenting San Francisco. Cameras in hand, they venture out to cover breaking news, illuminate the hidden corners of our metropolis and explore the people and issues that define our city in all its beauty, desperation and resilience.…
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CEQA, 469 Stevenson St., and the Future of California Housing Policy
On December 6, 2022, SPUR and UC Davis law professor Chris Elmendorf stopped by our the Living Room for a conversation about San Francisco's notorious “Nordstrom’s parking lot” housing development and the implications for future housing policy around the state. In 2021, San Francisco’s Board of...
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An Evening with Jane Fonda to Support Climate Champions
It’s Jane Fonda y’all! Jane stopped by Manny’s right before the midterms to talk about this critical election. She knows, as we all know, that we are on the precipice of climate disaster. We are no longer just imagining how the world will look in a disrupted climate; we’re seeing and feeling the...
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One on One with SF District Attorney Brooke Jenkins
Can San Francisco be both progressive on criminal justice and tough on crime? How can the District Attorney reduce crime in our city? What's the way forward after the Boudin recall? What is the the future of criminal justice and policing in San Francisco? We’re excited to have a fireside chat…
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Summer of Learning: Queering Religion: Field Notes from a Rabbi at a Catholic University
What does it mean to queer religion at a Catholic university? What is it like to be queer and the Rabbi in residence at a Catholic institution? Come listen as Rabbi Angel shares their experience, research and field notes from teaching at University of San Francisco and leading the queer flagship...
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Summer of Learning: Surviving Climate Change - What's the Future of our Health?
The planet is on fire, the weather is changing, and the water is rising. What is happening with the climate? Ties between the climate and our health are old as time, but modern data and methods help illuminate exactly how serious those effects can be. In this talk, Prof. Anttila-Hughes provides…
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Summer of Learning: Sherlock Holmes and the Birth of Crime Science
Originally released in 1892, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes has become an important classic in the world of crime fiction. From books to movies and even television, Sherlock Holmes has penetrated modern day culture. What does this mean for larger issues like crime, law, and safety? Join us as...
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Summer of Learning: Gaming the End of the World Post apocalyptic Cities in Video games
What role does gaming have in shaping society? How do video games help create the imagery of the future? What do post-apocalyptic cities in video games represent on a larger scale? Come join us as Dr. Emma Fraser and Dr. Ian Kivelin Davis explains the role of video games in society and what it...
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Summer of Learning: Addressing Parkinson's Disease Current & Future Mechanisms
More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's Disease. What can be done to help those who are living with this disease? Join us at Manny's as Professor Olaru discusses deep brain stimulation that may serve as a potential therapy mechanism for those who may have Parkinson's...
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Summer of Learning: Percy Shelley's Politics and Poetry for Our Times
This lecture will focus on the life and legacy of the British Romantic poet, Percy Shelley (the husband of Frankenstein creator, Mary Shelley), the British author who drowned off the coast of Italy 200 years ago this year. Professor Miranda (University of San Francisco) will shed light on what a...
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Book Talk: Midnight in Washington w/ Chairman Adam Schiff
On August 16, 2022 Random House will publish the trade paperback of MIDNIGHT IN WASHINGTON: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could, with a new afterword by the author Adam B. Schiff, United States Representative from California, and Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on...
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Summer of Learning: Redefining Student Success: Higher Education in the 21st Century.
What does it mean to be a successful young person? Education cost has been skyrocketing for years across the country. Sadly, for most students in 2022 to pursue things like college they must make the decision to take on loans that will follow them for years. How can we redefine student success…
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Summer of Learning: The Power of Knowing: Black Liberation Pedagogy
Pedagogy, the method and practice of teaching. What is Black liberation pedagogy? What does it mean to share these important teachings and practices? Join us as Chair, Professor Abul Pitre walks us through Black liberation pedagogy and the power of sharing that knowledge with new groups of people...
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Summer of Learning: SCOTUS in 2022: An Evaluation of the Court w/ Erwin Chemerinsky
What's going to happen to abortion rights? Will guns finally be regulated? Is Affirmative Action no longer? What did they decide, what does it all mean, and what is in store for the future of the judiciary? Join us as Erwin Chemerinsky, Dean of UC Berkeley School of Law, explains the cases that...
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Monkeypox State of Emergency Forum w/ Dr Monica Gandhi & Liz Highleyman
There has been widespread misinformation and confusion about Monkeypox, what the virus does, how it's passed and who's at risk. Join us for an in-depth conversation and community forum on the Monkeypox virus and San Francisco's state of emergency. What is monkeypox? What are the symptoms? How can...
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Honoring Our Experience: Longterm HIV Survivor Stories
What are the lessons we can learn from the AIDS epidemic? What does it mean to survive 2 pandemics in a lifetime? Many long-term survivors are having revived conversations with friends and family members. Many survivors of the AIDS pandemic feel a sense of pride in the community’s powerful and...
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Summer of Learning: The State of Immigration & Asylum Policies Across the U.S.
It is 2022 and we still don't have proper immigration reform...why? Immigration and asylum policies have been a key issue area for the United States for years. In 2012, under the Obama administration, the immigration process went through a major change. Through an executive order, the Deferred...
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Summer of Learning: The Art & Science of Happiness
What does it mean to be happy? The concept of happiness and how to achieve it has become a constant conversation. In the age of instant gratification and the need for constant success, trying to be present and happy has become more difficult. Additionally, there are many misconceptions around...
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The Time is Now: Gen. Z Change Makers
It is 2022 and we are still fighting the same fights as generations before us. The world is upside down and it is up to us, the younger generation, to try and fix it. The generation of today is no longer going to be silence, we are demanding change and a better world. Generation Z (ages 10-25)…
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Let's Talk Trash (Cans) in San Francisco w/ the Dept. of Public Works!
This summer, San Francisco Public Works launches its public trash can pilot program. Prototypes of their next-generation public trash cans are on the street for real-life testing. Community members have the opportunity to evaluate the cans and give input into the final selection. During the…
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Book Talk: Spirits of San Francisco - Voyages Through the Unknown City
Do you want to learn more about SF? Have you been caught up in the whimsical nature of the city of San Francisco? Join us for a conversation w/ author Gary Kamiya & Artist Paul Madonna about the beautiful city of San Francisco & their book the Spirits of San Francisco - Voyages Through the…
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Summer of Learning: Feminism in 2022 - Old Lessons & New Modalities
What does feminism in 2022 look like? In the last decade, a powerful tide of feminist activism has sent millions into streets and onto social media. In Latin America, highly diverse anti-violence and pro-abortion mass protests have exploded. How have so many come into feminist consciousness?…
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Can Tech Save Democracy? Feat: Leading Experts Betsy Hoover & Andy Forrest
Technology has revolutionized every aspect of modern life and politics is certainly no exception. We're all familiar with stories of how tech has been used to misinform and disrupt civic systems and norms. But, what if tech was the key to saving democracy? Manny's is honored to welcome Obama...
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Summer of Learning: The Human Experience of the Divine
The human experience is a complicated one. On top of the complicated questions of daily life, navigating religion and spirituality is no easy task. To answer these complex questions, some philosophers and Jesuit leaders have stated that in fact humans are just spiritual beings who are going…
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Book Talk: The Fight to Save the Town w/ Stanford's Michelle W. Anderson
How can local officials help build up their communities with a long history of poverty? How has the tech boom affected our country's industrial powerhouse cities? Have tax cuts exacerbated income equality? How is wealth inequality trickling down to smaller cities? Manny's is honored to welcome...
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WTF SCOTUS?! Manny's Supreme Court Year in Review
It's been a very heavy year so far. We've heard the decision from the Supreme Court that they've overturned Roe V. Wade on June 24th, 2022. The 50 years of protection for abortion rights have been revoked. We have a panel with people practicing law to help us understand the written decision as…
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Book Talk: The Fight to Save the Town w/ Stanford's Michelle W. Anderson
How can local officials help build up their communities with a long history of poverty? How has the tech boom affected our country's industrial powerhouse cities? Have tax cuts exacerbated income equality? How is wealth inequality trickling down to smaller cities? Manny's is honored to welcome...
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Queerness Along the Spiritual Spectrum
Can you find hope in spirituality? Which spiritual groups support queer identifying folk? It's a common sight to see queers being denied access to certain religious practices and beliefs because of the interpretation of religious books from previous generations. Today, with the rise in diverse...
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The Impact of Colorism on Filipinx Americans
Growing up in a Filipinx family has many perks such as the rich culture of food, music, and dance but there are certain impacts of colonialism and western beauty standards that have negatively influenced the way Filipinx Americans are treated and walk in life. There is rich history in beauty...
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Stop AAPI Hate Presents A Safer Place for All
We all deserve a safe place to live — but many of us can’t pick up groceries, take the train, or walk around our neighborhoods without the fear of street harassment. This panel conversation, facilitated by Stop AAPI Hate, delves into the common problem of street harassment, and how it is...
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Risks of Redemption: Responsibility & Remorse in the CA Parole Process
What pressure are prisoners under as they enter the parole process? Due to recent legal reforms and pressures to reduce the prison population, the Board of Parole Hearings has been far more active in overseeing the release of long-term offenders. Based on first hand observations and transcripts…
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Life, Love & Librettos: SFGMC's Artistic Director Tim Seelig Tells All!
What was your favorite memory from SFGMC? What do you want to see from SFGMC in the future? Who were your biggest inspirations? Are there any people in your circle that inspire you today? Join us for an in-depth conversation with Tim Seelig as we reflect back on his time in SFGMC and what he sees...
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Book Talk: Speed & Scale: An Action Plan for Solving Our Climate Crisis Now
Are we running out of time? What can we do? Join us for a special conversation with co-author of Speed & Scale: An Action Plan for Solving Our Climate Crisis Now, Ryan Panchadsaram. He will dive into the current state of climate change and provide a plan for the future that finally address the...
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The Future of Lesbian Spaces: What Will They Look Like?
Where do we go? Flourishing in the 1980's, lesbian bars have been an important staple by providing a safe space for those most marginalized within the LGBTQ community. Sadly though, these spaces have started to disappear at an alarming rate. While all LGBTQ gathering places may be seeing a…
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The Road to Justice with Minnesota AG Keith Ellison
Last spring, the nation watched in anticipation as Derek Chauvin was taken to trial for the murder of George Floyd. After a global movement, mass media attention, and a heated trial Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter. Join us as…
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Talking Body Liberation w/Dr. Megan Rohrer & Author Dr. Robyn Espinoza
Manny's is proud to welcome Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer, the first openly transgender bishop elected to lead a major Christian denomination in the U.S., and transqueer activist theologian Dr. Robyn Henderson-Espinoza to discuss Dr. Robyn’s new book Body Becoming: A Path to Our Liberation . Join them…
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The State of the Gay Bar: Gay Bar Book Talk w/ Author Jeremy Atherton Lin
Does gay still have a place? Are our queer spaces safe? What does the future look like for queer spaces? Join us for a special conversation with Gay Bar author Jeremy Atherton on the state of the gay bar. San Francisco is a safe haven for queer identifying folk but this is not the same for spaces...
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Know Your Rights: w/ Good and Common & Civil Rights Experts
Now more than ever it's clear that it's important to know what our rights are. Join Good & Common & Civil Rights experts to learn more. Every American is protected by a bill of universal rights under the U.S. Constitution. Good & Common was created to help people learn more about what their…
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Passing the Baton between Assembly Member David Chiu and Matt Haney
Join us for a chill night with 17th Congressional District Supervisor Matt Haney and SF City Attorney David Chiu for an open conversation about what's going on in their lives. What are Matt's plans in his new position as State Assembly District 17 seat? How do they feel about what's transpiring…
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Should Uniformed Officers March at Pride? w/ Pride ED & LGBT Officer Winters
The debate on the place of officers at Pride has reached a fever pitch. The Mayor, D6 Supervisor Matt Dorsey, The Police Department, The Fire Department, and the Sheriff's have all decided to boycott SF Pride because of the decision to allow SFPD to march but not in uniform. Manny's brought...
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A Conversation w/ Viral Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow
We've brought Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow (of this famed viral floor speech) and her colleague MI State Representative and State Senate candidate Darrin Camilleri to the Bay Area. The DLCC has identified Michigan as one of the three states where we actually have a chance at flipping…
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Ending Gun Violence Now w/ Gabby Giffords & Giffords ED Peter Ambler
In Uvalde Texas the 2nd mass shooting within 10 days occurred. Taking place at a local elementary school, 19 children and 2 teachers were tragically killed in what is now one of the deadliest shootings in the country. Gun violence has plagued our country and more increasingly in recent years....
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Manny's is a physical space in San Francisco that helps people become better informed and more involved citizens. This is our podcast.
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