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City of Tea (916)colloquially, fuck you mayor McCarty: COT 28
Mayor Kevin McCarty made promises as he platformed for his seat, one of them was to put an item concerning homelessness on ever council agenda. It took him 7 months, but he did it, only his item is to make sitting or laying on City Hall property criminal.
The episode explores the ordinance's past, the backlash against its inclusion on the consent calendar, and the urgent need for humane solutions over policies of displacement and criminalization.
Catch the toolkit to push against this harmful policy here.
2025-07-1545 minCity of Tea (916)Gateway to Game: COT 27Did you know the last tradition man is right here in Sacramento? No. You're about to find out more!
The real tea, though, is Sacramento's newly passed budget. We yell about the constant tug-of-war between community priorities and city allocations, particularly the heavy focus on police funding at the expense of public infrastructure and youth programs.
Finally, we touch on the recent ICE activities in Sacramento and LA, and the community response that ensued. We are here for emphasizing the power of collective action in the face of the fash.
Fuck a lot, es...2025-06-2050 minCity of Tea (916)Dream Bigger, it's Budget Season: COT 26We are joined by D8 Councilmember, Mai Vang & former D4 Police Review Commissioner, Keyan Bliss as we talk about the real ramifications of current budget allocations, particularly regarding law enforcement. We talk about how shifts in funding could foster safer, more equitable communities. From addressing the specific needs of vulnerable populations to reimagining resource management, tune in for a thorough analysis of what could transform Sacramento into a city where everyone flourishes.
2025-06-031h 10City of Tea (916)We're back!: COT 25We are back from Spring Break!
Shit stayed real and messy in Sacramento while we hit pause so here we are to talk all about it.
In this ep you'll hear about McCarty's misunderstanding of the timeline of his job as he only recently decided to add an item to the agenda on homelessness. We also discuss CA AB379, it's not an expert take but what we do know is that, once again the folks in power are whack.
2025-05-1053 minCity of Tea (916)Accountability: Part 2We are back with a part 2! Thanks for being in it with us.
This is what AI has to say about what you're about to stick in your ear holes:
This episode delves into the challenges and nuances of maintaining community ties in the face of disagreement and hurt, emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue and genuine care for all members. They explore the journey from interpersonal conflicts to larger community issues, advocating for thoughtful consideration of restorative practices over punitive measures.
2025-03-2855 minCity of Tea (916)Accountability: Kempa Needs ItDave Kempa is a harmful person.
The latest episode of City of Tea addresses the urgent need to confront and expose harmful behavior within our community. We engage in a heartfelt and raw conversation about the difficulties of handling toxicity and accountability among trusted friends.
The episode underscores the importance of restorative justice, supportive spaces, and the power of speaking up. Join Shannon, Gabe, PJ, Skyler, and Flo in this vital discussion about truth, healing, and the path forward.
#protectfloatallcosts
2025-03-141h 28City of Tea (916)Fiber & Social Justice: COT 22Featuring a special guest, Andy Bianchi from Social Justice Politicorps, the episode delves into the challenges and successes of advocating for social justice in Sacramento. Discover how SJPC is working to increase transparency and accountability in local government and learn about their commitment to narrative change.
The hosts and their guest shed light on the difference between city and county politics, the importance of community engagement, and the power of collective action.
The links:
Sacramento County Liberatory Community Care Building
Contact Andi at SJPC
Join the SJPC Signal Thread
2025-02-2254 minCity of Tea (916)About Gabe's Butt: COT 21This is what AI has to say about the episode in your earholes: It's a blend of humor, political intrigue, and reflective discourse, making this episode a rollercoaster of emotions.
It's an episode where we really just stay mad & all over the place. We also rekindle our love for a certain political daddy.
Listen in for all the takes. Thanks for tuning in! & don’t forget, fuck Lisa Kaplan, the police, Howard Chan, all campus law enforcement, anyone against Cap Resolution, the ones in that persons garden, Ryan Messano, highway expansion, Gavin, the PIT Count, SCOT...2025-01-3149 minCity of Tea (916)Dear Woodrow, are you listening? It's me, Lisa.: COT 20McCarty is mayor. Howard isn't the city manager. Lisa stays Lisa by bringing Woodrow Wilson into the chat. Listen, things have been shaken up at City Hall & it shows.
Beyond reminding you all that Lisa Kaplan is the next worst councilmember behind Sean Loloee, we also get into the real stuff: pedestrian & bike saftey, or the lack thereof.
If nothing else, we bring you the reminder to check your phone screen under that fancy screen protector, you may be surprised.
Listen in for all the takes. Thanks for tuning in! & don’t forget, fuck...2025-01-1054 minCity of Tea (916)A COT SPECIAL EPISODE: *Sphincter Slams Shut*: The Howard Chan ChroniclesJoin us for a rad episode featuring former council member Katie Valenzuela and Dr. Flo Cofer, who recently ran for mayor of Sacramento.
We learn how these badass leaders navigated the challenges of public office and activism, sharing their perspectives on maintaining momentum and community engagement. Learn about the transformative impact of grassroots efforts and the power of hope and resilience in the face of setbacks.
This episode emphasizes the importance of building enduring community connections and proactive involvement in local governance. Hear firsthand stories and reflections that offer a candid view of the political l...2024-12-2150 minCity of Tea (916)Free the Nipple: COT 18This episode's tea is hot & flavored cosmetic & transformative tattooing. Shannon & PJ welcome Ari of Different Strokes Tattoos at Better Days Tattoos, a cancer survivor and talented cosmetic and restorative tattoo artist who uses her skills to help people, especially in the trans and post-surgery community, feel more at home in their bodies. From tattooing realistic nipples for post-surgery patients to correcting botched eyebrow tattoos, Ari's incredible work goes beyond traditional tattoo art to address self-identity and healing.
This episode covers important topics about body image empowerment and community support, from reshaping personal narratives to discussing community efforts...2024-11-2250 minCity of Tea (916)The Hellscape is Real but Community is Real-er: COT 17Join Shannon, Gabe, and PJ in the latest episode of "City of Tea" as they dive into the emotions following election day.
In this therapeutic word vomit, the team addresses the implications of California's ballot measures, the failures of progressive politics, and the ongoing struggle for the working class's voice.
Listen in for all the takes. Thanks for tuning in! & don’t forget, fuck Lisa Kaplan, the police, Howard Chan, all campus law enforcement, anyone against Cap Resolution, the ones in that persons garden, Ryan Messano, highway expansion, Gavin, the PIT Count, SCOTUS, for profit ind...2024-11-0845 minCity of Tea (916)Corn Maze Chaos and Sacramento Politics: Navigating the City’s Maze of Issues COT 16Join Shannon, Gabe, and PJ as they kick off the episode with an unexpected adventure at the Dixon corn maze, celebrating Skyler's birthday. What starts as a fun day out quickly turns into a race against time, thanks to some questionable sugar treats and a costume challenge. Can Gabe make it through the maze without a wardrobe disaster?
Shifting gears, the hosts dive into Sacramento's local politics, focusing on the contentious debate surrounding city manager Howard Chan. With a pivotal city council vote looming, they discuss the implications of Chan’s leadership and the city’s direction unde...2024-10-2551 minCity of Tea (916)Anh Phoong Does More For Sacramento Than Howard Chan: COT 15In this weeks episode the teasters are talking all about, you guessed it, Anh Phoong...& the mayoral election, Howard Chan, & Measure L.
The kids are alright, Howard Chan is not.
Also, if you don't already go buy a shirt from @heckinsick.
Listen in for all the takes. Thanks for tuning in! & don’t forget, fuck Lisa Kaplan, the police, Howard Chan, all campus law enforcement, anyone against Cap Resolution, the ones in that persons garden, Ryan Messano, highway expansion, Gavin, the PIT Count, SCOTUS, for profit industrial farms, all the STDs, the DNC, capita...2024-10-1156 minCity of Tea (916)Fuck Capitalism, Eat a Croissant! COT 14In this week's episode we are joined by Lucia Plumb-Reyes, owner of Moonbelly Bakery in East Sacramento. Lucia's little bakery is actively participating in making Sacramento rad by building & taking care of community. From social media messaging to moving money from the bakery back into our city, Lucia is showing us how to fuck capitalism & take care of people. We are stoked to have her on the show! Go follow the bakery on IG at @moonbellybakery, from there you will find info on the monthly haps like The Ryman Brothers shows, Storytime with Mr. Nate, the Cookbook Club, & more...2024-09-061h 06City of Tea (916)How to Throw a Brick Through a Window: COT13In this weeks episode we welcome A & M, organizers with the Sacramento Anarchist Book Fair. As we get closer to the big & eventful day, we talk about the incredible community resources you’ll find if you drop in. There are 11 presentations/workshops/disscussions available to participants, all rooted in brick throwing. The cohosts visited the fair last year & can’t recommend it enough. After this convo, you’ll want to join too!
Go follow @sacramentoanarchistbookfair on IG to get more info.
To contact the fair organizers directly email sacabf@protonmail.me
Listen in for all...2024-08-231h 00City of Tea (916)Is That a Load in Your Teeth or Are You Just Happy to See Me?: COT 12We are back from summer break & hopping right into City of Tea with a Season 2 banger ;) of an opener, including a new theme song by Sacrament's own, Bust Nuttington!
In this episode we are joined by sexual health educator, Elaine, to get the tea on getting your orifices tested - for free! No, there isn't a test for everything, yes you have to ask for specific tests, & syphilis didn't die with Al Capone - so get tested! We learn that Sacramento takes the STD bronze in ranking for highest cases of gonorrhea in California's 58 counties (2021), & maybe Invisalign...2024-08-091h 11City of Tea (916)Hello, is it vegetables & community you're looking for?: COT 11In a time when scarcity is the framework those in power want us to hang on to, NorCal Resist is showing Sacramento that people care & provide for people. Our guest today is Kelsey Brewer, one of the founding farmers over at NorCal Resist's Seeds of Solidarity Mutual Aid Farm.
We are going to talk about the beauty & blisters of working the land to provide for community. This includes giving back to the land, entering into the tension around land-use, ensuring that the harvest is culturally appropriate, & the incredible community that comes from getting your hands dirty.
...2024-07-121h 11City of Tea (916)Precedent, who is she?Day-to-day living in the democratic hellscape called here ain’t reminder enough that we gotta do shit real different so SCOTUS was like, “hold my beer”.
In this episode we go the long way to remind you, our listener fam, that anything rooted in capitalism *ahem, American democracy* is actual trash. We also write an open letter to a President that could actually help us.
Listen in for all the takes. Thanks for tuning in! & don’t forget, fuck Lisa Kaplan, the police, Howard Chan, all campus law enforcement, anyone against Cap Resolu...2024-07-031h 06City of Tea (916)Mayor Howard Chan: COT 8Please continue to forgive us for the audio issues. We are exhausted elder millennials struggling & striving to make it through everything.
Gabe is out this week because his job made him stuff envelopes for too many hours which caused his brain to be mush. RUDE. Shannon & PJ carry on without him but we gotta be real, he was hella missed.
We are joined by Councilmember Katie Valenzuela outta the city center district 4 to talk about the budget (she voted no along with CM Mai Vang) & the PIT Count.
The public meeting arou...2024-06-141h 20City of Tea (916)Early 2000s Cowboy Hats Are Your Free Space: COT 7Shannon is out this week, but PJ and Gabe attempted to hold it down with a geektastic guest. Damian Harmony joined City of Tea to talk about the threat of really stupid AI, the unimaginative approach to not solving the housing crisis, and why that annoying Nazi, Ryan Messano, should get their own personalized CoT merch…
Then we learn all about some really cool things Damian brings to art and culture of Sacramento. Follow CapitolPUNishment on all the socials and buy your tickets early for their shows at the comedy spot the first Friday of every month! Yo...2024-05-311h 22City of Tea (916)Go Ride Your Bike & The Weather Works for Capitalism: COT 6In this week's episode, the Captains of Fun & Fuckery try really hard to move away from pessimism into hopeful spaces. If you know us, you know that shit is tough! Luckily, our guests are amazing at a reframe, so we eventually got there.
We are tackling the big & really fucking important topic of transportation. Kendra & Jeanie, from Cal Bike & Fearless Advocacy, respectively, remind us that transportation touches everything &, like so many things, it doesn't get enough attention (except maybe from rich white men).
Our guests help us wrap our heads around the interection of transit & ev...2024-05-101h 09City of Tea (916)Frigid Nipples Are In, Everyone in the Garden is Out: COT 5In this episode the captains of Fun & Fuckery are giving post work bar dish sesh. The dish is CSUS joined the Pro-Palestine encampment movement & "comrades" outing themselves as being on the wrong side of the movement.
There are plenty of ways to support the CSUS students as they protest genocide, we encourage you to check in with DSA Sacramento's Mutual Aid Group &/or follow us on the socials to see the info we are sharing there.
Thanks so much for tuning in! & don't forget, fuck Lisa Kaplan, the police, Howard Chan, all campus law enforcement, a...2024-05-031h 10City of Tea (916)Boinking Howard Chan & Boofing For Your Health: COT4In this weeks episode the gang explores the hot new trend of boinking...and explains the benefits of boofing.
We then give a warm welcome to our guests, Joyce & Sharon, founders of Camp Resolution, & Dr. Flo Cofer, Sacramento Mayoral Candidate & Public Health Professional.
We spend the hour getting to know the robust insides of Camp Resolution & unpack the problematic decision, by Sacramento City Management, to demand that camp close.
We knew this would be a powerful episode & are so grateful for our guests time & energy; especially as they face a life threatening planned c...2024-04-261h 09City of Tea (916)Steinberg's (Sweet) Senioritis: COT3In this weeks episode the gang spends the first 20 whole minutes shitting upon an epic AirBnB experience for the books.
We then jump into the landmark sanctuary city resolution which passed unanimously. This, the first in the state, was crafted by residents with lived experience & District 4 incumbent Councilmember Katie Valenzuela.
We then highlight exactly why a resolution like this is so important by calling Placer County what it is, transphobic. Pastor Casey Tinnin is devoted to created safe spaces, especially in communities that lack them. The Landing Spot, Pastor Casey's 501c3, has offered a safe p...2024-04-051h 09City of Tea (916)It's Giving Tumblr: COT2In this weeks episode you'll find fully & freshly steeped takes on all the local political tea.
We discuss the new & magnificent trash that is Vice Mayor Caity Maple's new blog.
We talk about how Mayor Darrell Steinberg, the same guy who said he wouldn't support a ceasefire resolution supported by 2 Councilmembers, has apparently been working behind the scenes (for many weeks) on his own version of a ceasefire resolution. The March 19 City Council meeting where this item was heard went swimmingly, as you may have imagined; 12 people were arrested for refusing to leave chambers during...2024-03-221h 03City of Tea (916)Mystical 4th Hole : COT1The captains of fun & fuckery get together in this, the first episode of the highly anticipated podcast, City of Tea, to steep in the unfiltered water that is Sacramento's primary election.
It's an episode that slaps your mystical 4th hole with nearly 2 hours of content wherein we dive into the 4 mayoral candidates (20:00), Prop 1 (1:10:00), Measure C (1:18:00), Barbara Lee (1:20:00), and City Council Districts (1:28:00).
We are still learning, & growing, & figuring out how we will do this thing but we're excited that you're here for the first steep!
We'd love for you to follow us on all...2024-03-081h 46