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Interview with Cecilia Aguiar-Curry
This week we welcome Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry. Aguiar-Curry represents the 4th California Assembly District. We discuss the importance of telehealth, early education, water, alternative energy, and more.
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Interview with Melodie Chrislock
Today we welcome Managing Director of Public Water Now, Melodie Chrislock. Chrislock is a water expert with a focus on recycled water. We discuss the issues with desalination, why recycled water is a beneficial alternative, what needs to happen next, and more.SacTown...
Interview with Andrew Nickens
This week we welcome Incoming Jesse M. Unruh Assembly Fellow, Andrew Nickens. Nickens is a recent UC Davis graduate and has already gained exposure fighting hard legislative battles. We discuss the process of getting started as a Fellow, details about the program, saving student debt, and more.
Interview with Tim Cromartie
This week we welcome Tim Cromartie, Executive Director of the Environmental Justice League. Cromartie also co-hosts the This Week in Environmental Justice podcast. We discuss his experience in the legislature, as well as the primary focuses and goals of EJL.
Jarhett Blonien
Host
Jarhett Blonien is a seasoned California attorney with years of experience working in various levels of state government. The breadth and depth of his experience – both in the capitol and in the courtroom – give him a unique perspective to the inner-workings of California government.
Blonien has spent his career mastering the legislative process, forming relationships with key players and learning how to creatively implement successful strategies amidst a constantly evolving political landscape.