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Phil Matier — 377 episodes

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To ban or not to ban gas water heaters; Is SF going too green?

2

A new poll shows a new leader in the governor's race

3

Examining the mixed reviews among San Franciscans over WAYMOS in the streets

4

Behind the pump: a closer look at climbing gas prices in California

5

Looking at how the candidates to replace Pelosi's seat in congress are doing

6

Excessive spending on campaigning becoming disfavored by all pollical parties

7

Discussing California's open primary system

8

The seven candidates take to the debate stage eyeing the primary elections

9

Former SF Mayor Willie Brown officially endorses Tom Steyer

10

In a tight race for governor of California, Kamala Harris has yet to endorse a candidate

11

CA voters believe it may be best to hold off on filling out mail-in ballots for now

12

Bay Bridge was shut down for nearly 2 hours this weekend due to side show activity

13

The newest front-runner in California's governor race: Dem. Xavier Becerra

14

Should CA be allowed to tax retirement accounts or personal property?

15

Voting Rights Act at risk of being diminished over partisan competition

16

One year later - are San Francisco's speed cameras working?

17

We take a look at how the Golden Gate bridge faring financially

18

A billionaire's tax may be featured on November's ballot

19

A closer look at the ongoing scrutiny the Swallwell campaign funds are facing

20

Becerra is rising in polls post Swalwell and is swaying progressives

21

Discussing the upcoming California election and its ongoing development

22

CA's gubernatorial race has three top contenders, for now

23

Oakland is struggling to address illegal dumping

24

California Governor candidates engage in heated debate as race approaches

25

Oakland city leaders say the law cracking down on sideshows doesn't get enforced

26

First CA Gov debate to take place tonight, but who's leading in the polls?

27

New endorsements for gubernatorial candidates Steyer and Becerra

28

A dark horse emerges in California's gubernatorial race

29

Newsom's traveling history sparks suspicion of possible presidential run

30

Swalwell's exit takes away another Dem. from the California governor's race

31

How Eric Swalwell's decision to drop out of the governor's race will help Democrats

32

Steyer's $120 million in campaign advertising could deliver the winning votes

33

Gov. Newsom warns state Democrats that big budget cuts are on the horizon

34

CA election calendar confusing for some voters, what does this all mean?

35

Special election date set to fill former Congressman Swalwell's seat

36

We take a look at how Swalwell's exit changes the race ahead of June's primary

37

Swalwell takes huge loss in endorsements for Governor race amid SA allegations

38

Congressman Eric Swalwell responds to multiple severe sexual assault allegations

39

Will Kamala Harris enter the race for president in 2028?

40

Tom Steyer says investment in the state's largest immigration detention center was a mistake

41

Connie Chan obtains sole endorsement from Service Employees International Union

42

Officials in the Tri-Valley hope to build a new rail line to connect with BART

43

Despite a good run so far for CA gov, Swalwell accusations might hurt his campaign

44

Homicide rates spike in SF with 14 this year already

45

President Trump has made an endorsement in the California governor's race

46

Trump continues firing spree with his decision to remove Pam Bondi

47

Gov. Newsom approves a renewal for California's only nuclear power plant

48

How the race for CA's 2026 Primary Election is taking shape

49

A closer look at protests as embodiments of resistance

50

Why are Californians moving out?

51

San Francisco Mayor is off to Asia for the first time since taking office

52

Money talks in California's gubernatorial race

53

Swalwell claims Trump trying to use FBI to sway California's gubernatorial race

54

SF's MUNI is facing a financial cliff and riders are one of the culprits

55

The pandemic's lasting effect on the Bay Area's population size

56

The resounding economic effect of mass deportation in California

57

California war against ultraprocessed foods gets new support

58

Who is running for California governor? Many voters don't know.

59

USC cancels gubernatorial debate due to selection criteria complaints

60

Prediction markets seeing a political boom

61

The San Francisco Police Department is in a hiring surge

62

Light installation returns to the Bay Bridge while honoring Willie Brown

63

The San Jose mayor is trailing in the gubernatorial poll but he's favorited by tech billionaires

64

Streets renamed, statues removed: The impact of Chavez's sexual abuse claims

65

A New York Times report is accusing labor leader Cesar Chavez with sexually assaulting three women

66

SF could bring back parking meters on Sundays

67

Rising California gas prices leads to questions on prior legislature

68

Vance takes lead in Federal fraud targeting California

69

Organizers launch Overpaid CEO Act on the ballot

70

Gas Prices in California are soaring high and Newsom points to Trump

71

Early poll of 2028 presidential primary candidates puts Newsom ahead of Harris

72

A bond measure in 2024 to help with mental health hasn't opened any of its first 10 projects

73

Man accused of assaulting Lurie's bodyguard let free in an unexpected ruling

74

A new video showed petition gatherers in SF paying people to sign their names

75

Pushing out low polling candidates in the race for CA governor seat

76

Paying more at the pump: how high will gas prices get?

77

Proposed billionaire tax has lawmakers divided ahead of midterms

78

How is the new California redistricting law changing things for Congress?

79

What is Newsom's "California Brand Campaign?"

80

Lurie's Tenderloin attack and support from Noem provokes questions about SF

81

San Francisco's mid-Market mall has new owners but their plans remain a mystery

82

Calderon drops out, "clearing the field" of Democrats in governor race

83

Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is being inducted into the California Hall of Fame

84

Possible party lockout looms for the Democratic Party

85

Gubernatorial democratic candidates face a decision and a deadline

86

California voters MIGHT get to weigh in on a voter ID measure this year

87

Will the California voter ID law pass?

88

Discussing Newsom's stance on the conflict in Iran

89

"Dead heat" for Democrats coming up shorthanded in California Governor race

90

A Silicon Valley group is spending big on tv ads for San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan

91

Running for California governor filtered down to a five-way race

92

The new Clipper upgrade was supposed to make things easier but commuters disagree

93

Trump to possibly target CA to unveil fraud in public programs

94

Some California Democrats are boycotting Trump's State of the Union

95

CA State workers are pushing back against Newsome's back to the office order

96

Will cities break up with PG&E?

97

No candidate endorsed for California State Governor after state convention

98

The California Democratic Party to host state convention in San Francisco

99

Bernie Sanders stops in California to rally support for a billionaire's tax

100

Republican Steve Hilton is in highest favor for California Governor

101

Oakland mayor has her SUV stolen over the holiday weekend

102

Has CA solved its plastic bag problem with a new revised ban?

103

Mayor Lee's new approach to handling Oakland's unhoused population

104

Newsome has earned the criticism of President Trump again

105

Taking an in depth look into CA governor candidate Matt Mahan

106

Tentative agreement reached in negotiations between UESF and SFUSD

107

Tension between union and school board erupts in teacher strike

108

The aftermath of a ruling that struck down a ban on federal agent masks

109

EV adoption growth may cause California to lose billions

110

Former Mayor Willie Brown meets with future gubernatorial candidates

111

Big Tech is expected to spend more money than ever on state politics this year

112

The Supreme Court approves California's new congressional map

113

Mayor Lurie continues to pour his money into his ongoing mayoral campaign

114

Is the race for CA governor becoming a spending battle?

115

The Bay Area economy booms as Super Bowl travelers flock in

116

Mayor Lurie anticipates more federal agents occupying San Francisco this week

117

The 2026 Super Bowl: an escape from politics or a stage for debate?

118

How San Francisco has changed since the last time hosting Super Bowl 50

119

Matt Mahan, San Jose Mayor, announces race for CA Governor

120

Mahan's traction in California Governor race is indeterminate

121

Does San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan have a good shot at becoming governor?

122

Alameda becomes second Bay Area county to set up ICE-free zones

123

California population growth stalls as cost of living goes up

124

Upcoming Super Bowl events fuel mayoral plans to clear the SF streets

125

ICE agents to be present at upcoming Super Bowl 60

126

More attention drawn to ongoing feud between Newsom and Trump

127

Scott Weiner faces backlash after saying Israel's actions amount to genocide

128

San Francisco changing approach on the "Point in Time" homeless count

129

Trump Admin blocks Governor Newsom from giving speech in Davos

130

President Trump acknowledges Gov. Gavin Newsom during address this morning

131

"Selling Anti-Trump": Matier on Governor Newsom's upcoming address

132

Taking a deeper drive in declining homeless rates in California

133

Housing debate in the Marina and it's impact on the congressional race

134

Former Mayor Willie Brown discusses Mayor Lurie's State of the City

135

Lurie estimates a more affordable San Francisco to come

136

Newsom announces drop in unsheltered homelessness rate

137

Judges uphold California redistricting: a win or a continuing battle?

138

The Upper Great Highway proposal fails to be put back on ballots

139

New Vanderbilt University extension campus to open in San Francisco

140

California Governor budgeting to bring back EV rebates

141

Cleaner and safer streets in San Francisco spurred by resident complaints

142

Rob Bonta does not plan to run for California Governor

143

Why cognitive fitness has become a primary weapon in the Newsom-Trump feud

144

Governor Newsom delivered his final State of the State today

145

Alarm sounds for Bay Area cities with ICE deployment after shooting in MN

146

ICE arrests are the lowest in the Bay Area compared to across the country

147

Discussing the Billionaire's Tax and how it could help California

148

Remembering the legacy of former Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa

149

PG&E and San Francisco's relationship facing hardship

150

How much credit can Mayor Lurie take for SF's positive changes?

151

We evaluate the difference in politics in San Francisco and New York City

152

Could there be two Bay Area politicians vying for presidency in 2028?

153

Getting around the Bay is going to cost even more come the New Year

154

An in depth look at California's proposed 2026 billionaire tax act

155

Will AI data centers bring rising electric bills?

156

We take a deeper dive into growing frustrations among SF residents and PG&E

157

We take a look at the Politics in the aftermath of the recent PG&E outage

158

Plummeting immigration rates lead to shrinking California population

159

How prepared is Waymo for a major disaster like an earthquake?

160

Senator Wiener wants SF to break away from PG&E, is it plausible?

161

Sunset Supervisor looks to hold a vote on the closure of the Great Highway

162

Is President Trump's renaming of the Kennedy Center too much?

163

Did Mayor Lurie break the law by not releasing his call with President Trump

164

How ongoing tech layoffs are dragging down SF's economy

165

Is trolling a new political strategy? Gov. Newsom's website on Trump

166

Oakland to keep Flock license plate cameras despite residents' concerns

167

The economic & temporal cost of deploying National Guard troops to LA

168

Could the next California Governor top candidates be Republican?

169

Rob Reiner's involvement and impact on California politics

170

San Jose's energy bill could soar, raising questions over who pays the bill?

171

Is the 25-story apartment proposal in SF Marina Safeway plausible?

172

Bay Area's first "ICE-free zone" in Santa Clara County

173

New polls on Newsom: how the governor is gaining Californian approval

174

Battle of the robo-taxis on San Francisco streets go viral

175

Are there enough resources to sustain the spike in AI data centers?

176

Here is the latest on the new congressional maps California and Texas

177

More enter the race to become California's next governor

178

Recalled Alameda County DA Pamela Price is running again, can she win?

179

Semi Trucks looking to integrate self diving technology

180

Why was Derrick Lew selected as San Francisco's new police chief?

181

What does reducing fuel economy do for auto makers?

182

San Francisco City Attorney looking to sue processed food companies

183

Golden Gate Bridge Toll is going up in the new year

184

Does Rep. Swalwell have a good shot at Governor with fraud drama?

185

The Third supervisor this year for San Francisco's District 4

186

Poll shows Californians divided over President Trump's immigration raids

187

Lawmakers looking to lighten up on the Bay Area's gas appliance ban

188

Possible bankruptcy in Oakland due to failed port project

189

San Francisco Police Department steps up efforts fighting open air drug deals

190

New poll shows high approval ratings for Mayor Lurie

191

Rising concern in investigation of Newsom's former Chief of Staff

192

East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell enters California’s gubernatorial race

193

Governor Newsom plans to fight Trump on drilling in California

194

A new candidate is entering the race for Pelosi's seat

195

Oakland will not be installing additional surveillance cameras to fight crime

196

Billionaire Tom Steyer is running for Governor of California

197

Federal judges block new pro-Republican district maps in Texas

198

Another candidate may be entering the race for CA governor

199

Are Republicans divided over President Trump's immigration policies?

200

Eric Swalwell targeted in federal mortgage fraud investigation

201

DOJ sues to block California map that could tip control to Democrats

202

BART says a new East Oakland station would be too expensive

203

DOJ launching investigation into Turning Point USA protests at UC Berkeley

204

Former SF Mayor Willie Brown surprised by Speaker Emerita Pelosi retirement

205

Who is running to fill Nancy Pelosi's seat in Congress?

206

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces she will not be running for reelection

207

State Republicans say Democrats used race in Prop 50 redistricting

208

Governor Newsom's political identity post-Prop 50 win

209

Phil explores Election Day races across the country

210

California redistricting platform receives national support

211

Lurie rezoning plan would still fall short of California's housing goals

212

Newsom and Schwarzenegger clash over California redistricting

213

New poll shows majority of Californians support redistricting plan

214

Newsom says he doesn't need any more Prop 50 donors

215

Could Newsom and Harris faceoff in 2028?

216

Federal election monitors headed to California ahead of special election

217

Oakland Mayor announces federal immigration called off for Bay Area

218

Trump calls off sending troops to San Francisco after talks with billionaires

219

Trump calls off 'surge' of federal forces into San Francisco

220

Trump calls off federal deployment to SF after talks with Lurie

221

Mayor Lurie responds to reports of Border Control agents arriving in City

222

State Sen. Scott Weiner announces bid for Pelosi's Congressional seat

223

Money continues to pour into Prop 50 campaigns ahead of special election

224

Will California Republicans play the Trump card in campaign against Prop 50?

225

Saleforce CEO Marc Benioff apologizes for calling on National Guard

226

State Senator Scott Wiener to challenge Nancy Pelosi for seat in Congress

227

SFPD's recruiting tactics irk neighboring Bay Area departments

228

San Francisco leaders split over potential National Guard deployment

229

Trump targets San Francisco after Lurie says city doesn't need the National Guard

230

Massive spending fuels California’s Prop 50 redistricting campaign

231

Obama endorses California redistricting measure in new ad

232

Newsom supports task force studying legacy of slavery in C.A.

233

Salesforce CEO backs Trump sending national guard to SF in new twist

234

Golden Gate Bridge district seeks restitution from pro-Palestine protestors

235

Billionaire philanthropist donates $12 million to help pass Prop 50

236

CA gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter under fire for viral CBS interview clip

237

Oakland is on the hunt of a new police chief

238

A changing Oakland? Mayor Barbara Lee delivers State of the City address

239

Newsom and Pritzker threaten to pull out of National Governor's Association over National Guard

240

How do voters feel about California's redistricting plans?

241

Tariffs, LGBTQ+ rights, voting — the Supreme Court's new term

242

Newsom threatens to cut state funding from universities that sign Trump compact

243

Newsom continues to push redistricting amidst shutdown

244

California ends program permitting solo EV drivers to use HOV lanes

245

Comparing Newsom and Trump's approaches to crime and housing crises

246

How was the Sunset Dunes skate park paid for? It's a point of tension

247

Trump threatens to starve NYC of federal funding over Zohran Mamdani

248

Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom at career crossroads

249

SFMTA pulls app aimed at helping drivers avoid tickets

250

How shifting Bay Area commute patterns impact bridge traffic

251

Harris receives CHP protection after Trump terminates Secret Service detail

252

Trump removes Secret Service protection from Kamala Harris

253

Governor Newsom plans to tackle crime by deploying more CHP officers

254

Why is U.S. tourism down? Signs point to the latest presidential election

255

Support for CA high speed rail is high despite funding cuts

256

Mixed reactions over decision to allow Waymos on SF's Market Street

257

Trump backs State Republicans in keeping redistricting off November ballots

258

California Democrats add redistricting to November ballots—Republicans push back

259

Newsom raises more than $6 million in redistricting fight

260

Governor Newsom's redistricting plan clears another hurdle

261

Texas House approves redistricting map—how will Newsom respond?

262

Newsom's latest media tactics boon presidential aspirations—survey states

263

Public perception or reality? - Oakland declared 2nd most dangerous city in US

264

California GOP plans action to oppose Newsom redistricting efforts

265

Six more restaurants leave San Francisco's biggest mall

266

A year after SCOTUS ruling, San Francisco continues citing homeless population

267

Governor Newsom's redrawn district maps are being unveiled today

268

CA voters don't want Dems to redraw district map, Politico poll finds

269

Bay Area surpasses LA in return-to-office ratios

270

Gov Newsom challenges California audit touting benefits of remote work

271

National Guard deployments in LA and DC this year—can the Bay Area be next?

272

A game of "you first"—Newsom's letter to Trump on redistricting debacle

273

Without Harris and Kounalakis, who is left in California's 2026 governor race?

274

Newsom to meet with Texas Democratic lawmakers amidst redistricting plans

275

Labor unions back Newsom's efforts to redraw congressional districts

276

Mission District residents criticize city officials' response to sex work

277

Optimism for SF: poll finds that people are believing in their city again

278

San Francisco's automatic speed cameras to start issuing tickets

279

Report shows the political landscape of current and past Californians

280

SF report accuses the city of having too few traffic officers

281

Former CA Governor Schwarzenegger reacts to Newsom's redistricting plans

282

Rick Caruso, the billionaire who might run for CA governor

283

Will Harris and Newsom run against each other for the presidency?

284

Newsom targets November for special election on congressional redistricting

285

How much are SF's public safety leaders making?

286

California Governor's race 'wide open' after Harris says she won't run

287

San Francisco sees 45% drop in car thefts from last year

288

California joins lawsuit against Trump admin over access to SNAP recipients data

289

Progress report on San Francisco's daylighting zones

290

Once "yay," now "nay"—Newsom opposes proposed redraw of Texas district maps

291

"Distracting the people"—importance of Ghislaine Maxwell's interview for the Trump admin

292

Just like with the "dot-com" boom, AI is taking over SF office space

293

Settlement reached in SF vs. homeless rights organization legal battle

294

Policy changes for homeless families in SF will take place in October

295

Trump administration continues crackdowns on sanctuary cities

296

Mayor Lurie's budget approved—who will feel the squeeze of the purse strings?

297

California sues Trump for public benefit program restrictions

298

Why is California losing congressional seats?

299

Latest poll shows positive outlook for Lurie's tenure amongst San Franciscans

300

Matier and former Mayor Willie Brown discuss Alcatraz logistics

301

How reopening Alcatraz would affect "The City by the Bay"

302

'A tale of two prisons': Newsom backs redesign of San Quentin

303

Governor Newsom wants to redesign California's congressional districts

304

Is San Francisco headed in the right direction under Mayor Lurie's leadership?

305

SF and Oakland police accused of illegally shared data with federal agencies

306

Cannabis sales back down after initial boom

307

Proposal seeks to build the tallest building on the West Coast in SF

308

Newsom rallies South Carolina democrats during tour

309

What's really driving up the price of eggs?

310

Feeling nostalgic? Want to see a floppy disk? Head to Muni to see for yourself

311

How has Oakland mayor Barbara Lee fared her first 50 days in office?

312

Six months in: how has Daniel Lurie fared as SF mayor?

313

SF Mayor Lurie rolls back on one of his campaign promises

314

California DOE rejects federal order on trans athletes

315

CEO of California's proposed high-speed rail looking for private funding

316

Newsom joins South Carolina Democrats to connect with voters

317

How will Trump sell his big, beautiful bill to Americans?

318

California officials issue their opinions on legality of sports betting

319

Golden Gate CEO rescinds DEI resolutions in response to funding threat

320

SF Zoo CEO to step down next month after "change of heart"

321

Trump is doubling down on his plan to reopen Alcatraz

322

City-owned buildings in SF could suffer major seismic damage, according to new report

323

Newsom makes it easier to build housing, but risks 'densification'

324

Mayor Lurie calls on the SF Zoo to name a new CEO

325

Lawmakers are trying to keep Hollywood...in Hollywood

326

What does Mamdani's victory in NYC mayoral primary say for the left?

327

Santa Clara County prepares for another costly election

328

San Francisco to suspend resident-based traffic program

329

Bay Area transit agencies may see a $750 million loan from the state

330

Engineer's union negotiates to delay Newsom's return-to-work mandate

331

Golden Gate Bridge is "too woke" - CEO rolls back DEI policies to protect funding

332

Behind the controversial plan to fund Bay Area transit agencies

333

California voters divided on the direction of where the state's headed

334

No direct acknowledgement of Juneteenth from Trump and administration

335

Newsom wants to abandon CA's 'tough on crime' measure

336

SF planning department director appointment causes commissioners to storm out

337

Trump threatens to withhold CA wildfire relief amid feud with Newsom

338

California could suffer economically from the recent mass deportations

339

SF's Vision Zero is failing to eliminate traffic deaths

340

Trump vows to escalate deportations in LA, other liberal cities

341

Lurie adds new block party in bid to revitalize SF's downtown

342

Trump to ICE: expand deportation efforts in Democratic-run cities

343

Senator Padilla handcuffed at press conference a 'bad set of circumstances'

344

Californians are climate change focused, but not when it comes to their cars

345

California voters opinions on health care and nation's biggest threat revealed

346

Newsom floats boycotting federal taxes amidst Trump admin tension

347

Newsom, Trump and their public political clash - a breakdown

348

Judge denies Newsom's bid to block federal troops from LA

349

Newsom vs. Trump relations magnified as troops deploy in Los Angeles

350

Trump sends more National Guard troops to LA during ICE protests

351

Newsom says he'll sue Trump administration for deploying national guard

352

Former Mayor Willie Brown on Trump-Elon: "a lover's squabble"

353

Mayor Lurie wants to put parking meters in Golden Gate Park

354

How the California high-speed rail could transform downtown SF

355

Derailing the rail - how the Trump admin attempts to block California's project

356

Prologis and their role in the potential redevelopment deal in Bayview

357

Is the timing of the Harvey Milk navy ship renaming intentional?

358

Tech executive and crypto billionaire proposes $9 million donation to SFPD

359

SF fire department's aging fleet could spell trouble for fire season

360

Harris a no-show at California democratic party convention

361

What SF Mayor Lurie's new budget plan means for city workers

362

Shelters vs. long-term housing? Mayor Lurie's new homelessness plan

363

Trump threatens California over trans youth athletes

364

5 years since George Floyd's death, have there been any signs of police reform?

365

Fed prison officials visit Alcatraz island as Trump calls for reopening

366

Senate kills ban of gas-vehicle sales - what does this mean for California?

367

Legislation to spread homeless shelters around SF up in the air

368

Installations prove costly with speed cameras in SF

369

Barbara Lee faces huge challenges as she steps into office

370

Oakland's police union pushes back against city officials

371

Newsom's new budget poses a threat to Planned Parenthood

372

General Motors is unsure about electric vehicles

373

Newsom blames Trump for California's budget deficit - how true is this?

374

Newsom reverses stance on healthcare for immigrants in newest proposal

375

New report shows recidivism for incarcerated released during pandemic

376

Newsom calls on local leaders to ban homeless encampments

377

California Dems pin budget issues on "Trump slump"