Public Comment

By john89e

Our podcast is a platform to have honest conservations about politics, people, and whatever else is on our minds, even if that might make people uncomfortable. We don’t plan to be politically correct.... more

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How many episodes does Public Comment have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.

Public Comment episodes:

March 10, 2025 Public Comment Episode 09 Immigration
Welcome to Episode 09 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
Immigration is our topic this episode. From the beginning, immigrants have been part of Napa Valley's DNA. Today, our immigrant friends, neighbors, colleagues and workers are under threat. While town halls, proclamations and protests play a role, we need action - from our politicians, community leaders, employers and ourselves - to support and protect our immigrant population.
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23min
March 10, 2025 Public Comment Episode 09 Immigration audio
Welcome to Episode 09 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
Immigration is our topic this episode. From the beginning, immigrants have been part of Napa Valley's DNA. Today, our immigrant friends, neighbors, colleagues and workers are under threat. While town halls, proclamations and protests play a role, we need action - from our politicians, community leaders, employers and ourselves - to support and protect our immigrant population.
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23min
March 03, 2025 Public Comment Episode 08 News and Social Media audio
Welcome to Episode 08 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
This episode, we challenge how news and social media is disseminated today. We call out the monetization of news stories by professional media organizations at the expense - in some cases - of accuracy and fairness. We also call out people who use social media platforms to share information without any obligation for the truth.
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29min
March 03, 2025 Public Comment Episode 08 News and Social Media
Welcome to Episode 08 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
This episode, we challenge how news and social media is disseminated today. We call out the monetization of news stories by professional media organizations at the expense - in some cases - of accuracy and fairness. We also call out people who use social media platforms to share information without any obligation for the truth.
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29min
February 23, 2025 Public Comment Episode 07 Special Interest Groups audio
Welcome to Episode 07 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
This episode, we talk about the influence of special interest groups. From local organizations to outside activists for hire, we call out the tactics and discuss the impacts these groups have in our community.
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28min
February 23, 2025 Public Comment Episode 07 Special Interest Groups
Welcome to Episode 07 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
This episode, we talk about the influence of special interest groups. From local organizations to outside activists for hire, we call out the tactics and discuss the impacts these groups have in our community.
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28min
February 17, 2025 Public Comment Episode 06 Government Waste
Welcome to Episode 06 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
This episode, we discuss government waste, including the organizational structures of local governments, how taxes and other funds are used, how programs and services are provided to the public, and where improvements are possible.
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30min
February 17, 2025 Public Comment Episode 06 Government Waste audio
Welcome to Episode 06 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
This episode, we discuss government waste, including the organizational structures of local governments, how taxes and other funds are used, how programs and services are provided to the public, and where improvements are possible.
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30min
February 10, 2025 Public Comment Episode 05 State of Napa Valley's wine industry
Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 05, we discuss the state of Napa Valley's wine industry. We address the local and global pressures impacting the wine industry today more than ever, while talking about the realities and challenges of being successful in one of the finest wine regions in the world.
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29min
February 10, 2025 Public Comment Episode 05 State of Napa Valley's wine industry audio
Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 05, we discuss the state of Napa Valley's wine industry. We address the local and global pressures impacting the wine industry today more than ever, while talking about the realities and challenges of being successful in one of the finest wine regions in the world.
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29min

FAQs about Public Comment:

How many episodes does Public Comment have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.

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