Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

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Award-winning journalist Vicki Gonzalez hosts daily interviews with community leaders, advocates, experts, artists and more to provide background and understanding on breaking news, big events, politi... more

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January 07, 2025 California’s New Legislative Session | New Law Creates Black-Serving Institutions | ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Rock Orchestra
California’s 2025 legislative session kicks off. Also, a new law creates a Black-Serving Institution designation for colleges and universities in the state. Finally, a “Guardians of the Galaxy” rock orchestra at the Harris Center.
California’s New Legislative Session
The California Legislature gaveled into session for the first time in 2025. Some major themes that have already emerged include affordability, elections and how to prepare for the next Trump Administration. CapRadio Politics Reporters Megan Myscofski and Laura Fitzgerald breakdown Gov. Newsom’s proposed state budget, as well as a special session to prepare for an incoming Trump presidency.
New Law Creates Black-Serving Institutions
A new law is creating a Black-Serving Institution designation for colleges and universities in California that excel in supporting student success. Campus presidents say the designation will help them recruit Black students and give them an HBCU-like experience in their home state, instead of having to leave for college. Lylah Schmedel-Permanna and Jasmin Shirazian are fellows with CalMatters’ College Journalism Network and share their reporting.
CalMatters is a nonprofit newsroom which partners with public media stations across the state.
‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Rock Orchestra
A rock orchestra is embarking on an epic musical adventure at the Harris Center in Folsom. The Sacramento Preparatory Music Academy will be performing live renditions of hit soundtracks from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 & 2. CapRadio Midday Classical Host Jennifer Reason is one of the local musicians part of SPMA. Jennifer, Musical Director Benjamin McClara and performer Hans Eberbach join us with more about Guardians of the Galaxy Live in Concert ahead of opening night on Friday, Jan. 10.
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January 06, 2025 POLITICO’s California Playbook | California’s New Year Snowpack | Remembering Georgia ‘Mother Rose’ West
POLITICO’s California Playbook on the state’s 2025 political priorities. Also, California’s snowpack for the new year. Finally, remembering Underground Books’ longtime manager Georgia “Mother Rose” West.
POLITICO’s California Playbook
A new year brings a fresh set of priorities for California. Gov. Gavin Newsom will be outlining his budget priorities in the San Joaquin Valley, and state lawmakers are full steam ahead into its new legislative session. Dustin Gardiner, co-author of POLITICO’s California Playbook, gets us up to speed on the latest in politics - including some notable new state laws.
California’s New Year Snowpack
The California Department of Water Resources conducted its first snow survey of the season, reporting the statewide snowpack is 108% of average for this time of year. Dr. Andrew Schwartz, the Lead Scientist and Manager of UC Berkeley’s Central Sierra Snow Lab, joins us with a deeper look at the state’s current snowpack and water needs.
Remembering Georgia ‘Mother Rose’ West
Underground Books is known as the literary hub of Sacramento’s Oak Park neighborhood, and is one of the few African American bookstores in the country. But this year comes with a big loss. Its longtime manager Georgia West, affectionately known as Mother Rose, passed away last month. She was also the mother of former Sacramento Mayor and NBA star Kevin Johnson. Cassandra Jennings, President and CEO of ST. HOPE, as well as CapRadio Communities Reporter Keyshawn Davis, reflect on the contributions of Georgia West and her enduring legacy. A celebration of life is planned at Saint Paul Church of Sacramento on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 10 a.m.

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December 31, 2024 Best of Insight: Unsolved Mystery of the Yuba County Five | Book ‘The Hungry Season’ | Memoir ‘Dancing the Afrofuture’
Best of 2024: The 1978 unsolved disappearance of the Yuba County Five. Plus, “The Hungry Season” details a Hmong rice farmer in the Central Valley. Finally, “Dancing the Afrofuture,” a memoir studying hip hop culture.
Unsolved Mystery of the Yuba County Five
In 1978, five Yuba County men - Bill Sterling, Jack Huett, Ted Weiher, Jack Madruga, and Gary Mathias - went to see a basketball game in Chico, and were never seen alive again. Their disappearance remains a cold case to this day. The mystery is captured in a book, Things Aren’t Right: The Disappearance of the Yuba County Five by author Tony Wright. He joined Insight about how he captured details about the disappearance and its investigation for the first time.
Book ‘The Hungry Season’
Following the end of the Vietnam War, thousands of Hmong refugees resettled in the United States - many making their way to California’s Central Valley. Fresno and Sacramento are home to the largest Hmong populations in the United States, only behind Minneapolis. For many refugees farming provided nourishment, community, and reconnecting with family ancestry. A journalist spent seven years in rice fields, intimately learning the story of one Hmong woman - and how growing her ancestor’s rice in the San Joaquin Valley led to newfound power. That intimate relationship, along with years of research, transformed into a literary portrait. Lisa M. Hamilton is a journalist and author of The Hungry Season: A Journey of War, Love, and Survival.
Memoir ‘Dancing the Afrofuture’
A UC Davis emerita professor’s new memoir chronicles her journey from being a dancer-activist in the Bay Area, to an academic scholar studying hip-hop culture. Dr. Halifu Osumare is the author of Dancing the Afrofuture: Hula, Hip-Hop and the Dunham Legacy and joined Insight to talk about how dance has been a survival mechanism for people of African descent to preserve culture and values.

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December 30, 2024 Cancer Champions | ‘Life Kit’s’ Marielle Segarra | Goodbye Allen Young
A nonprofit that supports cancer patients through treatment and beyond. Also, NPR “Life Kit” Host Marielle Segarra opens up about breast cancer. Finally, a send off for Insight Interim Host Allen Young.
Cancer Champions
Jen Miramontes is the founder of Cancer Champions, a nonprofit that creates personalized wellness plans designed for patients and survivors.
‘Life Kit’s’ Marielle Segarra
Marielle Segarra the host of NPR's Life Kit and opens up about being diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 35 and finished acute procedures and treatments earlier this year. Marielle put together a breast cancer screening guide for the podcast, which goes over personal risk, breast exams and mammograms, as well as how to advocate for yourself in the healthcare system.
Goodbye Allen Young
Seven months ago, Insight Host Vicki Gonzalez took a leave of absence following a breast cancer diagnosis. Interim Host Allen Young stepped into the role in August, as Vicki continued with treatments and surgeries. Today, we wish Allen the best as he rounds out his time with CapRadio.
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December 26, 2024 Best of Insight: New State Park Dos Rios | Pet Blood Bank | American River Trail Guide ‘Mildly Scenic’
Best of 2024: California’s newest state park Dos Rios in Stanislaus County. Also, the UC Davis veterinary school has a blood bank for pets and livestock. Finally, a trail guide for the Lower American River.
New State Park Dos Rios
California's newest state park Dos Rios opened this summer in Stanislaus County. Located along the Tuolumne and San Joaquin rivers about eight miles west of Modesto, it's the first state park acquired since 2014. California State Parks Director Armando Quintero joined Insight with more about what the public can expect to see, what is still being developed, the input from tribal communities, as well as how this floodplain restoration project will restore habitat for threatened and endangered wildlife.
Pet Blood Bank
The UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital is meeting the growing need for animal blood donations, providing hundreds of transfusions every year through its Transfusion Medicine Service. It also gives dog owners a chance to give back through its Canine Community Blood Donor Program. Dr. Kate Farrell is the Assistant Director of the Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine Service, and explained how both programs operate - as well as how interested canine donors can get involved.
American River Trail Guide ‘Mildly Scenic’
The Lower American River is the most heavily used recreation river in California. Spanning 23 miles from the confluence with the Sacramento River to Nimbus Dam, it is a federally designated Wild and Scenic River. But with many entry points across Sacramento County it can take time to know which ones best suit your needs. Ashley Langdon has made that journey more accessible, writing a book called Mildly Scenic: A Trail Guide to Sacramento's Lower American River.
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December 23, 2024 CapRadio Storytelling Hour: Recipes That Feel Like Home
A CapRadio holiday special where staff take us for a trip down memory lane about the recipes and meals that feel like home.
Arroz Caldo and Oatmeal Cookies
CapRadio Member Engagement Coordinator Sarah Kamiya describes how to make Arroz Caldo, a Filipino chicken and rice porridge that has become a new year’s staple. Marketing Manager Emmy Gilbert also gives us a taste of a top secret family recipe for oatmeal cookies, with one very particular ingredient.
Jam Cake and German Vanillekipferl
CapRadio Donor Engagement Coordinator Patti Stoltz shares her Jam Cake recipe, passed down from her grandma and Aunt Virginia, and talks about how the nearly 100-year-old recipe takes her back to being a child in Kentucky. Also, Insight Producer Sarit Laschinsky talks about German Vanillekipferl - crescent shaped almond cookies - and growing up with a German and Thai background.
Nana's Cookies and Guatemalan Tamales
CapRadio Assignment Manager and Communities Editor Claire Morgan shares a shortbread cookie recipe from Nana Morgan that brings her back to her childhood. Environment and Climate Change Reporter Manola Secaira also opens up about the tradition of eating Guatemalan tamales during Christmas and getting closer to your roots.
If you’d like to try these meals, we put together a list of family recipes shared on today’s show here.
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December 19, 2024 Sweetheart Murders | Sac Biz Roundtable | Jennifer Reason and Rick Kushman
Analyzing the case of the “Sweetheart Murders.” How Sacramento small businesses are faring during the holidays. Finally, a seasonal pairing of music and wine.
Sweetheart Murders
In 1980, two UC Davis students - John Riggins and Sabrina Gonsalves - were abducted days before Christmas. Their bodies were found two days later in Sacramento County, in a case that became known as the “Sweetheart Murders.” Decades later, Richard Hirschfield was eventually convicted for the murders and received the death penalty in 2013. He died this week in prison. Former Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert was devoted to solving the Sweetheart Murders, and joins Insight to talk about the long pursuit of justice to turn this cold case into a conviction.
Sac Biz Roundtable
Sacramento is full of small businesses to satisfy shoppers looking to buy local during the holidays. But many of these businesses have also faced their share of struggles over the past year. N’Gina Guyton, owner and chef at Jim Denny’s restaurant, founder David Gull, from New Helvetia Brewing Company and Susan Stewart, owner of Strapping Store and Licked Ice Cream sit down for a small business roundtable to talk about their own journeys and what comes next.
Jennifer Reason and Rick Kushman
In the spirit of the holidays and spreading good cheer, CapRadio Midday Classical Host Jennifer Reason and Insight’s wine expert Rick Kushman return for one more seasonal pairing of music and wine.
Jennifer will be holding her annual “December Around the World” special on CapRadio Music at 6 p.m. on Dec. 19, and 5 p.m. on Christmas Day.
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December 18, 2024 New Sacramento Councilmembers Roger Dickinson and Phil Pluckebaum | Former Councilmember Katie Valenzuela | Benjy Egel’s Best Eats of 2024
New Sacramento City Councilmembers Roger Dickinson and Phil Pluckebaum talk about a major vote. Former Councilmember Katie Valenzuela reflects on her time in office. Finally, The Sac Bee’s Benjy Egel looks at his memorable eats of 2024.
New Sacramento Councilmembers Roger Dickinson and Phil Pluckebaum
The Sacramento City Council has several new faces, and has already made a major decision about the future of city leadership. Last night, the council voted 6-3 against extending City Manager Howard Chan’s contract for another year, after receiving criticism from dozens of residents over his high salary and a desire for change. New Sacramento City Councilmembers Roger Dickinson (District 2) and Phil Pluckebaum (District 4) join Insight to discuss the implications of the vote, and to talk about their priorities and goals as new members of the governing body.
Editor's note: During the live broadcast of this segment, we incorrectly described the city council’s decision as “effectively firing” City Manager Howard Chan. The council voted against extending Chan’s contract beyond its Dec. 31 end date.
Former Councilmember Katie Valenzuela
During the past four years, Katie Valenzuela has brought a distinctly progressive voice to Sacramento’s City Council. As a self-described democratic socialist, she entered office in 2020 with a clear mandate to challenge the status quo on housing affordability, homelessness, and funding for police. Valenzuela lost her District 4 seat following a contentious election cycle. She joins Insight today to reflect on her time in office, her plans for the future and thoughts on the council’s recent vote to replace the city manager.
Benjy Egel’s Best Eats of 2024
The Sacramento region’s food and beverage scene has seen a lot of change throughout 2024, and the holiday season is a time to explore new restaurants or crack open a new cookbook. Benjy Egel, Food and Drink Writer for The Sacramento Bee walks us through some of his memorable visits and experiences this year.
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December 17, 2024 Assembly Member James Gallagher | Fentanyl and Workplace Overdose Deaths | CapRadio Temperature Blanket Update
Assembly Member James Gallagher discusses high energy costs, Sites Reservoir and more. Why overdoses are becoming a leading cause of death in the workplace. Finally, recapping the year’s weather with CapRadio’s temperature blanket.
Assembly Member James Gallagher
Governor Gavin Newsom has been on a tour across conservative California counties, touting his administration’s investment in water, infrastructure, economic development and more. But this comes at a time when many Californians are raising issues with high energy costs and rate hikes, as well as regulatory burdens. Republican Assembly Member and Minority Leader James Gallagher joins Insight to respond to Newsom’s tour, and to discuss his concerns with electricity rates, the Sites Reservoir and working with the incoming Trump administration.
Fentanyl and Workplace Overdose Deaths
Fentanyl continues to devastate communities across the country, but new data shows overdose deaths are declining in places like Sacramento. However a new investigation finds that overdoses have now become one of the leading causes of death in workplaces across California. CalMatters reporter Jeanne Kuang and Daniel Ciccarone, Justine Miner Professor in Addiction Medicine at UC San Francisco talk about how opioids and fentanyl are transforming the workplace, and what more can be done to curb the ongoing crisis.
CalMatters is a nonprofit newsroom that partners with public media stations across the state.
CapRadio Temperature Blanket Update
For the past year, CapRadio has been assembling a temperature blanket to track the changing temperatures throughout Sacramento. Assignment Manager Claire Morgan and Environmental Reporter Manola Secaira provide a recap of the year’s weather, and how they wove science and knitting together - one stitch at a time.
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December 16, 2024 10 Years of California’s SGMA | Crocker Art Museum’s Lial Jones Retirement | Soprano Prodigy Tiara Abraham
California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act is a decade old. The Crocker Art Museum’s Lial Jones retires at the end of the year. Finally, a local opera prodigy is now pursuing her Ph.D. and performing overseas.
10 Years of California’s SGMA
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the approval of California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), which aimed to conserve the pumping of this valuable resource. But nearly a decade after its passage, questions remain about whether the law is fulfilling its promise and protecting its users. Tien Tran, Senior Policy Advocate with the Community Water Center and Nataly Escobedo Garcia, Policy Coordinator with the Leadership Counsel for Justice and Accountability join Insight to talk about the history of the law, the equity issues surrounding water, and how implementation of SGMA could change.
Crocker Art Museum’s Lial Jones Retirement
The Crocker Art Museum is the oldest public art museum west of the Mississippi, and its history dates back to the founding of Sacramento. Now, a driving force behind the Crocker’s success and growth for the past 25 years is stepping down. Museum Director and CEO Lial Jones looks back on her contributions to the arts, and the future of the Crocker as an institution in Sacramento.
Soprano Prodigy Tiara Abraham
Eighteen-year old soprano Tiara Abraham is a musical prodigy, having graduated from UC Davis at 16 with her bachelor’s degree and becoming the youngest person to earn their Master’s Degree from Indiana University earlier this year. Tiara returns to Insight for an update on where she has been performing, and her plans for the future.
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