Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast.

With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership.

She explains her lone “no” vote on the county sales tax, the impact of federal cuts on healthcare, and her views on the regional transit tax — focusing on accountability and protecting working families.

A strong champion for women in leadership, she also highlights the Family Justice Center and how raising six children builds real skills for public service. Devoted wife, mother of six, and grandmother of 13, Candace brings common-sense leadership that bridges divides.

In this eye-opening episode of the Purple Inspiration Podcast, host Judy sits down with Debora Allen — former BART Director, CPA, financial expert, and longtime public servant.

Debora served 8 years on the BART Board and brings an insider’s perspective on the agency’s deepening financial crisis. With a projected $376 million annual operating deficit, BART is heading to the November ballot asking Bay Area voters for a new ½ cent sales tax increase (1 cent in San Francisco) to help cover operations for BART, Muni, AC Transit, and Caltrain.

In this episode, host Judy sits down with Margaret Liang — a respected community leader, board chair of the Tri-Valley APAPA chapter, Stanford Healthcare Tri-Valley board member, and longtime advocate for inclusive civic engagement.

In this episode of the Purple Inspiration Podcast, host Judy Lloyd sits down with Dr. Deb Smith-Hemphill — a productivity expert, executive coach, and founder of DSH Enterprises with nearly 40 years of experience helping leaders communicate and perform better.