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Building JusticeVice Mayor and City Councilmember Eric Guerra on economic development, housing, homelessness, and uplifing the working class.Listen in as Eric Guerra talks with Sac State Political Science Professors Monicka Tutschka and Kristina Flores Victor about economic development and displacement, the root causes of Sacramento's housing problems, how we can secure dignity for our unhoused neighbors, and the need to provide housing for every income bracket. For a full transcript and more info about the podcast or CRISJ, go to www.csus.edu/crisj/buildingjustice2023-02-2749 minBuilding JusticeCalifornia Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D-6) on Civic Engagement and California Public PolicyListen in as California Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D6) speaks with Professors Chris Towler and Kristina Flores Victor about education policy, police and criminal justice reform, environmental protection, and how students can begin a career of public service.Find the full transcript and more information about CRISJ here: www.csus.edu/crisj/buildingjustice2022-12-1936 min
The Civic Experience PodcastWas the U.S. Ready for Afghan Refugees?This podcast discusses the treatment of Afghan refugees in the pre-arrival stage in America. Important context on the war in Afghanistan is provided along with the struggles asylum seekers face. By Austin. 2022-04-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastHow My Mom Came to AmericaPodcast is an interview about family experiences coming to the United States, beginning in the 1940s through the 1970s. What do immigrants have to do and what do they encounter, as they go through the process of coming to the United States. Interview is conducted in English and Spanish. 2022-04-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastIraqi Immigration to the U.S.: A Father's JourneyThis podcast will explore how the immigration policies of the United States have affected Iraqi immigrants, focusing on the early 1990s. By Mohamad. 2022-04-0112 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Impacts of Bill Clinton's 1996 Immigration Reform BillThis episode discusses the 1996 Immigration Reform Bill and describes how the legislation has influenced today’s migration trends. By Diana. 2022-03-2804 minThe Civic Experience PodcastNorth vs. South PodcastThe overall purpose of this podcast is to help listeners better understand the complexity of the Northern and Southern Border of the United States. What many people do not often understand is how different these two borders are from each other. This podcast looks to explore those differences and what those differences mean to the overall conversation about immigration in Politics today. By Sarah. 2022-03-2805 minThe Civic Experience PodcastBorder Enforcement or Encroachment?This episode discusses topics concerning ICE--what it is, how it works, and what it actually has beendone at the border. By Selina. 2022-03-2805 minThe Civic Experience PodcastPero Like Mi NombreThis podcast will discuss and introduce the importance of self-identity factors such as name and language discrimination; the difficulty of not speaking English is one of the important obstacles immigrants face when trying to incorporate into the United States. By Julia.2022-03-2804 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Importance of TPS and its Political Impact in Modern TimesThis podcast will discuss the federal Temporary Protected Status immigration program also known as TPS. This podcast will provide an overview and legislative and political background on the program. By Yuri. 2022-03-2806 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCambodian DiasporaThis podcast covers a history of how Cambodian refugees migrated to the United States as well as their pre-arrival circumstances and the injustices they faced before and after migrating. Will also be discussing its connection to the Refugee Act of 1980 and emphasizing how the Cambodian community is still underserved in spite of having lived in the U.S. for over three decades. By Jenavie.2022-03-2806 minThe Civic Experience PodcastRaices SeparadasThis podcast focuses on the parent and child dynamics in mixed status families and the effect it has on both parties. By Mari. 2022-03-2805 minThe Civic Experience PodcastTrafficking LivesThis podcast focuses on the Bracero Program and the lived experiences of the Mexican guest workers that were brought over into the U.S.. This episode will specifically entail the importance of the program as well as bring into light the severity of human rights violations that were allowed to be perpetuated throughout its duration.2022-03-2811 minThe Civic Experience PodcastDo You Know What it Means to be an Immigrant in the United States?This podcast focuses on who the government allows to come into the United States, and what statuses are available to those coming in. Also discusses the steps those immigrating to the US must follow and obey to be in good standing with the government and in hopes of becoming US citizens. By Mia. 2022-03-2805 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCertified Fresh, Off the BoatThis podcast tackles immigration and its portrayal in film. This episode looks at two movies from the 1910s to explore how they used their platform to make commentary and portray the immigrant experience. By Maggie. 2022-03-2807 minThe Civic Experience PodcastImmigrants for Profit (Part I)Discusses how the Private Prison industry shapes immigration policy and can violate immigrants' rights. The part I podcast covers why we even have private prisons and detention centers what that means for the detained. By Savannah. 2022-03-2805 min
The Civic Experience PodcastEduCast: LGBT CurriculumThis podcast discusses diversifying K-12 curriculum, with a focus on LGBT inclusive curriculum. By Jess.2021-01-0509 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWildfires in California and ImmigrantsThis podcast discusses the impact of COVID and wildfires on immigrants in California. By Victoria.2021-01-0511 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe California Condor: A Success Story with an Uncertain FutureThis podcast explores the question: what does the future hold for the California Condor? By Jess.2021-01-0510 minThe Civic Experience PodcastBurn Baby BurnThis podcast examines the impact of wildfires in California, with a focus on wildlife and housing. By Max.2021-01-0510 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCOVID and the Life of a Full-Time DJThis podcast covers the impact of COVID on individuals who work in the entertainment industry, specifically DJs in California.2021-01-0412 minThe Civic Experience PodcastTeddy Takes CaliforniaThis podcast discusses the legacy of environmental legislation in California passed under Roosevelt. By Daniela.2021-01-0408 minThe Civic Experience PodcastBasic Bucks-Episode 2This podcast discusses Universal Basic Income and what the impact in California might be if instituted. By Scott.2021-01-0410 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Green and Golden State of CaliforniaThis podcast will discuss policies in place for dealing with air pollution in the Central Valley.2021-01-0410 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWho Works for Who?This podcast examines the impact of Prop 22 passing in California and what it means for the state and gig economy workers. By Ryan.2021-01-0409 minThe Civic Experience PodcastUndocumented Latinx Students Dealing with College Costs in CaliforniaThis podcast explores the rising costs of college in California, focusing on undocumented Latinx students. By Celeste.2021-01-0411 minThe Civic Experience PodcastEducate y GraduateThis podcast examines the impact of the No Child Left Behind Act, college readiness for Latinx students and English Language Learners. By Wendy.2021-01-0309 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCOVID-19 and Healthcare Access in the Latino CommunityThis podcast offers an in-depth look at the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Latinx community. By Gabriela.2021-01-0314 minThe Civic Experience PodcastForgotten MujeresThis podcast examines mass incarceration and the criminal justice system with a focus on Latinx women. By Vicky.2021-01-0312 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCitizenship: Outlawing the Latinx CommunityThis podcast discusses the definition of citizenship work and how it impacts Latinx immigrants trying to obtain American citizenship. By Michel.2021-01-0312 minThe Civic Experience PodcastLatinx Representation Within California's System of Higher EducationThis podcast examines the proportion of Latinx in higher education in California, with a special emphasis on the history of affirmative action in California. By Ruth.2021-01-0308 minThe Civic Experience PodcastInto the Fields: America's Frontline Hero's Facing COVID-19This podcast is an in-depth examination of the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact on farmworkers-what actions have been taken across states for documented and undocumented students. By Leonor.2021-01-0316 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Road to Representation Episode 2The podcast discusses the importance of representation in the Latinx community. By Hector.2021-01-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastIn The Halls of PowerDescription of the impact of Prop 187 in California, on the state legislature, political mobilization, and recruitment of voters and candidates. By Robert.2021-01-0313 minThe Civic Experience PodcastGolden Coast Cast Episode 4This podcast continues the discussion of COVID-19 and worker protections for immigrants, including farmworkers/fieldworkers. By Ryan.2021-01-0310 minThe Civic Experience PodcastMass Incarceration, Race, and ReformThis podcast discusses mass incarceration, how it relates to race, and some reform ideas to reduce mass incarceration. By Lexi.2020-12-0407 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCalifornia Cares?This podcast examines the possibility of financial assistance being given to immigrants in the state of California during the COVID-19 pandemic. By Amber.2020-12-0404 minThe Civic Experience PodcastUndocumented Latinx Students Dealing with College Costs in CaliforniaThis podcast examines undocumented and documented Latinx students in college, focusing on the cost of college. By Celeste.2020-12-0308 minThe Civic Experience PodcastLatinx Students in Higher EducationThis podcast looks at Latinx in higher education, how many, what obstacles they face, what institutional support looks like in higher education.2020-12-0307 minThe Civic Experience PodcastHealthcare in the Latinx CommunityThis podcast discusses healthcare, how it works, who is eligible, and the cost-focusing on the Latinx population.2020-12-0307 minThe Civic Experience PodcastFallen Dreams Along the BorderThis podcast discusses the lives lost along the U.S.-Mexico border, the who, when, and where as people cross the border. By Yasmin.2020-12-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastEducate y GraduateThis podcast looks at Latinx Education, examining graduation rates for high school and college. By Wendy.2020-12-0306 minThe Civic Experience PodcastInto the Fields: America's Frontline Heroes Facing COVID-19This podcast examines essential workers in agriculture, focusing on the risks undocumented and documented Latinx immigrant farmworkers face during COVID-19. By Leonor.2020-12-0312 minThe Civic Experience PodcastForgotten MujeresThis podcast examines mass incarceration in the United States, focusing on Latinx women. By Vicky.2020-12-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCitizenship: Disenfranchisement of the Latinx CommunityThis podcast discusses the rules on citizenship in the United States, and how this impacts the Latinx population.2020-12-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Road to RepresentationThis podcast looks at Latinx representation compared to the demographics in the United States, focus on Lodi, California.2020-12-0310 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Effects of COVID-19 in the Latino CommunityThis podcast examines the spread of COVID-19 in the Latino community, with special focus on workplace protections.2020-12-0305 minThe Civic Experience PodcastGolden Coast Cast: Episode 3This podcast examines the use of migrant labor in agriculture, specifically looking at workplace safety. By Ryan.2020-12-0206 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe District of VoiceThis podcast discusses the US Census and the California Citizens Redistricting Commission. By Neha.2020-12-0206 minThe Civic Experience PodcastDonde EstasThis podcast examines the effect of deportation in mixed-status families in the United States, especially children.2020-12-0205 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Hidden Pandemic: Abuse at Meat-Processing Plants is Leading to High COVID-19 RatesThis podcast examines the spread of COVID-19 at meat processing plants in the United States, with a focus on immigrant workers.2020-12-0205 minThe Civic Experience PodcastBasic BucksThis podcast discusses Universal Basic Income, what it is, where it has been used, and the impact. By Scott Carrick.2020-12-0207 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Left CoastThis podcast describes partisan shifts in California over time, focusing on the economy, immigration, and social attitudes. By James.2020-12-0205 minThe Civic Experience PodcastImmigration: Coming to CaliforniaThe podcast discusses recent immigration policies and approaches at the state and federal level. By Christopher.2020-12-0205 minThe Civic Experience PodcastBlack Lives Still MatterThis podcast describes the history and development of the Black Lives Matter organization and movement. By Tyanne.2020-12-0204 minThe Civic Experience PodcastKilled for a Crime not CommittedThis podcast examines the use of the death penalty in California, the cost, the effectiveness, and the impacts.2020-12-0205 minThe Civic Experience PodcastSick and HomelessThis podcast examines the impact of COVID-19 on the homeless population in California. By Blake Patrick.2020-12-0205 minThe Civic Experience PodcastEducast: Diversifying Curriculum for K-12This podcast examines recent legislation passed by Governor Brown in California on diversifying K-12 curriculum to include LGBT+ history. By Jess.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastSmall Business, Big Government Part IThis two-part podcast discusses small businesses in California and the issues they face. By Jewel.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastDialysis on the Ballot: A Balancing Act for Voters Across CaliforniaThis podcast explains Proposition 23 in California, what would the impacts be, what would the proposition do? By Andrea Morrow.2020-12-0106 minThe Civic Experience PodcastFight for Fair HousingThis podcast looks at the cost of housing for college students in California, with a special focus on the CSUs. By Ashley Marquez.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastRenovating America: Tax SummaryThis podcast examines revenue and taxation in California, focusing on poverty and COVID-19. By Kristian Manibusan.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWhose Vote Really Matters?This podcast discusses who is eligible to vote in California, who registers, and how actually turns out to vote. By Hector Madrigal.2020-12-0107 minThe Civic Experience PodcastNow Entering-The State of JeffersonThis podcast will explain the State of Jefferson movement in California and Oregon, how it developed historically and what it is focused on today. By Makar.2020-12-0107 minThe Civic Experience PodcastPrimpin Ain't EasyThis podcast looks at industries impacted by COVID shutdowns, specifically the personal care businesses. By LP.2020-12-0106 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCalidad FornixThis podcast examines fire prevention techniques in California, historical and current. By Justine Lamb.2020-12-0101 minThe Civic Experience PodcastHealthWhere: A podcast about healthcare in the state of CaliforniaThis podcast examines the healthcare experience in the state of California, unique issues in California that may impact access to care. By Isabella.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastRebuilding the Golden CoastThis podcast focuses on wildfires in California, focusing on the impact in Ventura county. By Margaret.2020-12-0115 minThe Civic Experience PodcastHot Zone: California Is BlazedThis podcast examines recent wildfires in California and the impact on the state. By Brandon Knapp.2020-12-0104 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWho Works for Who? AB5 and Prop 22This podcast discusses Proposition 22 in California, including the lead up to Proposition 22 and the related legislation. By Ryan Kish.2020-12-0111 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Power of ImmigrantsThis podcast examines immigration to California over time, who arrives in California and what is the impact on California. By Magnolia.2020-12-0106 minThe Civic Experience PodcastTeddy Takes CaliforniaThis podcast explains how and why Teddy Roosevelt became a conservationist of American lands. By Daniela Cordero.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCalifornia Correctional ReformThis podcast examines the California corrections system and recent legislation and propositions that would impact corrections. By Xavier.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Divide in EducationThis podcast focuses on the impact of the pandemic on public education, with a special focus on inequities in the public school system. By Jennifer Bautista.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastHomelessness in California: California's Streets of ShameThis episode focuses on the homeless in California, provides current information about the number and type of homeless individuals as well as the cause of homelessness in California. By Shaton Ashe.2020-12-0105 minThe Civic Experience PodcastZero-to-Five: Closing the Gap in CaliforniaThis podcast examines the impact of high quality early childhood education in California. By TJ.2020-12-0106 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe California Condor: A Success Story with an Uncertain FutureThis podcasts discusses the current plight of the California Condor, their role in the ecosystem, and legislation that protects the bird. By Jess Jones.2020-11-3006 minThe Civic Experience PodcastPollution in the Pandemic: The Underlying Issues of COVID-19This podcast examines the increase in the use of single-use plastics in the COVID-19 era, with special focus on restaurants. By Ross Johnson.2020-11-3007 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWelcome to the Jungle: The Future of the Gig EconomyThis podcasts examines Prop 22 in California, the gig economy, and existing legislation in California. By Sally.2020-11-3001 minThe Civic Experience PodcastBurn Baby BurnThis podcast examines California wildfires, how many have occurred, and the damage from wildfires. By Max Janowicz.2020-11-3006 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWe Didn't Start the FireThis podcast examines wildfires in California, climate change, and the budget for fighting wildfires. By Anna Hollister.2020-11-3003 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Flaw in Our SchoolsThis podcast examines the funding system for California public schools and financial inequalities throughout the state. By Hunter.2020-11-3010 minThe Civic Experience PodcastYour Average Citizen: California's Housing CrisisThis podcast examines California's Housing crisis, how we got here, and who it affects the most, and what the tech bubble is doing to the Silicon Valley and surrounding areas. By Adolfo Gonzalez.2020-11-3005 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCOVID and the Life of the Full-Time DJThis podcast examines how COVID impacts different sectors of the economy, focusing on the full-time DJ. By James Fuhring.2020-11-3005 minThe Civic Experience PodcastEyes on Police BrutalityThis podcast looks at recent killings by the police in California, discussing recent cases and how this issue disproportionately impacts Black and Latinx communities. By Jose Diaz.2020-11-3005 minThe Civic Experience PodcastUnemployment Benefits and ImmigrantsA description of how unemployment benefits work during COVID-19, who qualifies and who does not. Recorded by Sierra.2020-11-3005 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Great EqualizerThis podcast discusses the California budget, the K-12 public education system and the COVID-19 pandemic. Recorded by CM.2020-11-3005 min
The Civic Experience PodcastThe Green and Golden State of CaliforniaThis podcast discusses air pollution in California's Central Valley, the leading causes of air pollution in the valley as well as the effects of this pollution on those living there. Created by Julia Cadrett.2020-10-2905 min
The Civic Experience Podcast404-Guns in California Not Found (2)This is part two of a podcast series, this podcast focuses on California’s current gun control policies. Recorded by Lily.2019-12-1808 minThe Civic Experience PodcastRaising California's Minimum Wage, Poverty and HomelessnessThis podcast will discuss how minimum wage would play a role in fighting poverty, and also addresses alternative strategies. Recorded by Khoa.2019-12-1806 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Golden 100: Homelessness and CrimeThis podcast explores the relationship between homelessness and crime. Recorded by Brandon Roznos.2019-12-1811 minThe Civic Experience PodcastThe Homeless ProblemThis podcast will focus on the causes of homelessness and possible solutions in California. Recorded by Amandeep Singh.2019-12-1811 minThe Civic Experience PodcastRoad Rage: The Political Traffic Jam (2)This podcast will focus on California's infrastructure, roadways, and gas prices; what is the State Legislature and Governor doing to address? Recorded by Amber Kleinke.2019-12-1708 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCalifornia DREAMS at StakeThis podcast focuses on the DACA case before the Supreme Court. Will the Supreme Court rescind DACA, and if this happens, what will be the fate of California and its undocumented immigrants be? Recorded by Xavier Meschia.2019-12-1711 minThe Civic Experience PodcastWest Coast Water Wars (2)This podcast will explore California's aging dam infrastructures and the risks associated with them. Recorded by Thalia Martinez.2019-12-1710 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCalifornia TodayThis podcast will focus on issues facing low income Californians, including housing and the economy. Recorded by Jaime.2019-12-1728 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCalifornia Needs Menstrual Equity, PeriodThis podcast will focus on the legislative battle to repeal the sales and use tax imposed on menstrual products in California. Recorded by Elizabeth.2019-12-1710 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCare for AllThis podcast discusses access to care for the homeless population in California. Recorded by Sydney Kinney.2019-12-1710 minThe Civic Experience PodcastCrisis within the 7x7This podcast will continue to look at the homelessness issue in San Francisco, California; and goes into more in depth about the people impacted. Recorded by Emily.2019-12-1710 minThe Civic Experience PodcastHow Are We Expected to Live?This podcast will discuss the current minimum wage and increases to the minimum wage in California. Recorded by Eve J.2019-12-1711 min