A raw, personal conversation with Francis — an LA-based photographer and activist shot three times by LAPD while documenting an ICE protest. This candid interview offers a brutal, first-hand look at the violence aimed at storytellers risking everything to document this dark chapter in American history. Go behind the lens — and into the manufactured chaos.

Plus:

•  Resources – Learn how you can stay involved beyond performative gestures.

•  Action Steps – How to support real policy change vs. virtue signaling.

•  Civic Tools – Connect directly with your representatives:

• Find your U.S. House member: house.gov/find-your-representative

• Lookup federal, state & local officials: usa.gov/elected-officials

• Find California state reps: ca.gov/lookup-my-representatives

•  Support for the injured – If you or someone you know was attacked during a protest, check out the Police Brutality Center for support and legal guidance: policebrutalitycenter.org/resources  

We’ve been quiet for a month—and not because we didn’t care. We were burned out. Angela opens up about feeling uninspired after a tough experience as a CA Democratic delegate. Also hear from our local kiddos on some changes they want to see.

In this episode, we sit down with renegade street artist Bandit to explore the raw, urgent power of art in times of crisis. From scorched streets in Alta Dena to bombed-out buildings in Ukraine, Bandit’s work doesn’t just decorate walls—it confronts systems, tells untold stories, and carves space for resistance. We talk about his upcoming May 3rd show, his daring trip into a war zone, and the documentary that followed. Along the way, we unpack what it means to be an artist in a world on fire—and how creativity can be a force of survival, truth, and defiance.

What happens when politics collide with public education? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Krista Castellanos, Trustee for the Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD), for an unfiltered conversation about the future of our schools.

As Moms for Liberty-backed candidates gain traction — including fellow board member Jennifer Adnams — Krista offers a firsthand look at how national culture wars are reshaping local classrooms. With a career rooted in education and service, she shares her perspective on what’s at stake for students, families, and teachers alike.

What happens when former political rivals sit down for a real conversation? In this episode, Angela and Erin welcome San Clemente City Council Member Rick Loeffler—Angela’s one-time opponent turned unlikely collaborator. We dive into the rollercoaster of campaigning, local gun laws, and the ongoing debate over safety in North Beach. Plus, we get straight to the point about Rick’s recent comments linking feeding the homelessness and the recent sheriff's stabbing—was it a misstatement or a warning? Are you ready for this?

Picture this: A rare moment of unity in local politics—Democrats and conservatives actually agree on something! The Capistrano Unified School Board is set to approve the book James, a reimagining of Huckleberry Finn, and for once, things seem… normal. And then, BOOM—conservative board member Judy Bullockus drops the full “N” word mid-meeting. Cue the collective gasp.

Now, with calls for her resignation growing louder, we’re breaking down what happened, why white people should never say this word (seriously, it’s not hard), and what this moment says about racial politics and DEI efforts in our schools. It’s awkward, it’s infuriating, and yes, it’s a little absurd—but we’re here to make sense of it all. Let’s get into it.

San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) is back in the spotlight after recent infractions—so we went straight to Congressman Mike Levin for answers (Thanks for the quote Mike!). What’s really going on with the decommissioning, and is DOGE an issue? Plus, Council Member Loeffler is already looking ahead to 2026, floating the idea that if a sitting council member wants to run for mayor, they should have to give up their seat. Power moves or just political strategy? And yes, we’ll get to the city’s most popular seasonal workers—the grazing goats are here, and they’re hungry. Tune in for all the latest!

Buckle up, because Angela and Erin are diving headfirst into the latest political chaos! First, a former NFL punter gets tackled—by the cops—at a Huntington Beach city council meeting after calling MAGA a "Nazi movement" (yep, the same MAGA that now apparently stands for Magical, Alluring, Galvanizing, and Adventurous... sure, Jan). Then, Angela recaps her Sacramento trip with the 47th District PTA, where Assemblymember Laurie Davies’ team ghosted them like a bad Tinder date. And finally, things get real when Teresa Borrenpohl is forcibly removed from a GOP event in Idaho just for speaking up—triggering emotions for both Erin and Angela. Politics is a full-contact sport, and we’re here to break it all down with just the right mix of outrage and humor. Tune in! 🎙️🔥

Episode 2 of Are You Ready For This is in the books! If you've got 20 minutes and a sense of humor this is your go to resource for keeping in the local loop. How have the city council members faired since last meetings, wanna be the Huntington Beach blood bath? Curious how the council voted on a newly proposed ordinance aimed at regulating feeding the homeless in town? Will the council accept a $1.8m public transport grant for a fleet of EV trolleys to serve North Beach? Tune in for the readers digest version of San Clemente's latest ins n outs.

Peace, love and Karen's!

Angela and Erin

Welcome to the very first episode of our brand new podcast, where we’re pulling back the Orange Curtain on local issues and happenings in San Clemente, CA! Join Angela and Erin as they introduce themselves and share why they’re on a mission to keep you informed (and un-bored) about what’s really going on in our community.

In this unscripted pilot episode, we give you a taste of what’s to come by diving into who we are, why we started this podcast, and a quick overview of how our city government works. Plus, we recap highlights from the latest city council meeting and Beaches, Parks, and Rec discussion.

This is just the beginning of honest, fun, and insightful conversations about public safety, local wins (and losses), and everything in between. Tune in, get to know us, and stay in the loop with the stories that matter most right here in San Clemente and Orange County!