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What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninTargeting the Vulnerable: the CA BudgetVulnerable Californians are in the crosshairs. That’s one of the big takeaways from Governor Newsom’s latest budget proposal -- the May Revise.Last week on this podcast, we focused on the proposal’s impact on transportation, housing and climate. Today we’re looking at its impact on vulnerable and low income Californians, and the news is pretty ugly.Among those likely to suffer if the Legislature doesn’t make changes are low income families, senior citizens, people with disabilities, people who are unhoused, survivors of domestic violence, and foster youth, and immigrants.Our guest on t...
2025-05-2734 min
Intersections08 EYEWITNESS - We are all on a quest to find connectionWitness journeys to find alternative answers that solve the issues of our time, finding inspirational solutions that align with the idea of life as a process of wonder and joy. Featuring: Cheech Marin, Godfrey Santos Plata, Jane Nguyen, Bamby Salcedo, Jose 'Che' Ramirez, Jewel Thais-Williams, Claudia E. Moreno Santana, Carlos M. Montes, Irene Fernandez Tovar and Louis Tse.
2024-12-0350 min
LA PodcastOctober SurpriseAlissa and Rachel are joined by Mike Bonin, Godfrey Plata, and David Levitus to talk about all the tricks and treats on your ballot, including the key local races in next week’s election, a slew of state props, and very consequential county and city measures. Plus, some exciting changes are in store for the podcast!LA Forward Voter Guide"What is LACAHSA and how can it prevent homelessness?" Alissa’s Report Forward piece on the new housing authority funded by Measure AThe "more powerful offspring of Measure H”: read Hayes Davenport on Measu...
2024-10-311h 28
Antiracist Parenting PodcastE18: Addressing Toxic Masculinity with E.G. BaileyIn this episode, SooJin and E.G. talk about the Minnesota artist community, the importance of “being in the tradition” a la Amiri Baraka, and how he and his partner are raising their two Black boys to be sensitive, confident, and creative souls. E.G. spits all kinds of wisdom, as he discusses how the women in his life, along with embracing his own feminine energy, has nurtured a healthy masculinity that he models for his sons, encouraging them to express their full range of emotions. He also discusses the importance and power of creating a mantra, a fami...
2024-06-041h 04What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninBlowouts, Nail-biters and Big Surprises: Primary 2024A week after polls closed, the results of a lot of elections are becoming and apparent, and there have been some wild developments! There have been blowouts, nail-biters and big surprises, and Alissa Walker and Godfrey Plata join Mike Bonin to review and discuss it all. The resounding victory of Measure HLA. An edge-of-your-seats finale to the Nithya Raman re-election campaign. A huge surge for progressives in multiple races. A closely watched anti-gay campaign in Glendale. And a helluva lot more.Check the chapter markers to find the segments of the show you're most interested in....
2024-03-131h 47What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninLA's Chief No Moore Lots of big news to kick off 2024. Late last week, LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced a sudden retirement, putting Mayor Karen Bass in the hotseat as she begins to choose a replacement. Meanwhile Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva denies the existence of deputy gangs while under oath. The Supreme Court has decided to take up a draconian anti-homeless law, and people who usually call themselves progressives are hoping the right-wing court will criminalize homelessness. Meanwhile, is LA backing away from affordable housing in wealthy neighborhoods? And what is the fate of local journalism as Kevin Merida leaves the LA Times? Gu...
2024-01-161h 24
K-Town Is OKIs it time to forgive L.A. City Hall?First, Jimmy officially notes our first-ever panel: “IF NOT YOU THEN WHO: K-Town Speaks Up One Year After the Leaked Recordings.” This event is taking place on November 2nd, 2023, or just 15 days away from this recording, and you can RSVP for free here. Next, Jimmy places the discussion of the leaked recordings from last year under further consideration, contending that a lot was said not just by the L.A. City Council Members in question, but also by “the media,“ and that the truth is somewhere in between, not just in the headlines. Last but not least, Jimmy recommends our late...
2023-10-1900 minWhat's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninPower, Politics, and Police RaisesLOTS to talk about this week. Big wins for workers in the state legislature, and now Gavin Newsom needs to be decide whether to sign or veto a bunch of important bills. Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva announced a run for the board of Supervisors in what will be a very busy election cycle. And huge LAPD police raises have killed a golden opportunity to keep Los Angeles safe. All that and more as Brittany Nichols (SAG strike captain and Emmy-nominated writer of Abbot Elementary) and Godfrey Santos Plata of LA Forward join Mike. You can follow Brittani at...
2023-09-181h 21What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninThe Trouble with HydeeLos Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto is blocking affordable and homeless housing, refusing to help tenants facing eviction, and violating the First Amendment rights of reporters -- and more. Mike is joined by two special guests: civil rights attorney Marissa Roy and Godfrey Santos Plata. They discuss the foibles and scandals of the city attorney, as well as LA's hot labor summer, the plight of renters, and more. We guarantee it is the only podcast you'll ever hear that includes mentions of the Los Angeles City Charter, Beyonce, and the founder of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, H...
2023-08-141h 11
MeSearch: Featuring Filipino PerspectivesHow Can We Advance Equity in Education? (ft. Godfrey Santos Plata)Leveraging his training as an educator, non-profit leader, leadership development designer and facilitator, and community organizer, Godfrey Santos Plata has more than a decade of experience envisioning, designing, implementing, and managing efforts that support educators, their youth, and public schools. He is driven to improve the livelihoods of communities historically marginalized from decision-making power and politics.
In this episode of MeSearch, we talk to Godfrey about the challenges faced by public schools and marginalized communities. We also discuss how we can improve the gaps in educational equity.
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2021-11-2951 min
LA Forwards & BackwardsLessons from the Campaign TrailExcited to share a panel discussion with three progressive candidates for office in 2020 who shared what they learned, what they wish they knew when they got started, and how we can build the political power needed to advance our movement for justice! Moderated by David Levitus and featuring Aura Vasquez, Godfrey Plata, and Yasmine-Imani McMorris, Culver City Councilmember.
2020-12-071h 23
Eynelys Garcia#4 Eynelys Interviews Godfrey Santos PlataEynelys talks with Godfrey about his run for CA State Assembly District 53.
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2020-11-0900 min