The recall election truly earned the criticism this week that the effort is a circus.

One San Diegan in the race, John Cox, is pushing some wild tactics that feature an actual bear. The other San Diegan running is former Mayor Kevin Faulconer, a key player in a new investigation by Voice of San Diego.

This week, we talk the race, the investigation and a story of potential fraud at a powerful charity.

Plus: San Diego 101 is back! We'll break down the latest series of explainers and how you can use it to learn about the region — and change it.

Watch them all at voiceofsandiego.org/sd101

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