The WTF California Podcast

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Mike Burkholder and Kenny Turnage provide news commentary from around the San Francisco Bay Area to across the State of California in this daily program Monday through Friday. We raise awareness on is... more

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January 31, 2022Politics Over People as Antioch Has Double Homicide
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, we touch on the NFL Playoffs and the Monday morning 49er hangover from a loss. We talk City of Antioch double homicide and Oakley vehicle crash shutting down the roadway. Plus other tidbits around the State of California over the weekend.
Articles From the Show
Man Arrested In Connection with Antioch Double Homicide Suspect of Killing Son, Girlfriend
Antioch Police Investigating Double Homicide, Suspect in Custody
Oakley woman's disappearance deemed 'suspicious' by police
Nearly 30K Comcast customers affected due to possible shooting in Oakland
Stolen cellphone leads Sacramento deputies to 3 armed robbery suspects in Dixon
Police: Homemade explosives destroy 2 cars in Sacramento within the same week
Underpaid and Burned Out: Many Outreach Workers for Unhoused Californians are Leaving Their Jobs
Rising interest rates making Bay Area homes even less affordable
California man charged with stealing $1M in COVID benefits
Why are so many San Franciscans moving to Montana?
In blow to telecoms, California’s net neutrality law upheld
Orange County Board of Education voting map nixed by county committee
This L.A. School Called the Cops on Unvaccinated Teens Who Showed Up for Class
Ersie Joyner 'humbled and humanized' after surviving 22 bullet wounds in Oakland shootout
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51min
January 28, 20224 Day Work Week Plus Progressives Blackmail Candidates
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, we talk about the potential of the 4-day work week, however, its poorly proposed. San Jose set to bring back police officers on campus and Democratic Party strong-arms candidate for endorsement by political blackmail to support universal healthcare. EDD still a mess and more. We close by talking NFL Playoffs.
Articles From the Show:
California representative pushing for 4-day workweek in new congressional bill
In Reversal, San Jose Unified School District Poised To Allow Police Officers Back On Campuses
Progressives threaten to pull endorsement from California lawmakers over health care bill
EDD attempt to claw back money it was forced to freely pay out
SF DA's Office Accused of Withholding Evidence in Effort to Convict Cop of Excessive Force
Black youth suicide rate doubles since 2014, California health department says
Mothers Sue Instagram, Snapchat Over Daughters' Social Media Addiction, Mental Health
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43min
January 27, 2022A Chat With Debora Allen, Candidate for Contra Costa Board of Supervisor
On this episode of WTF California, we chat with Debora Allen who is running for Contra Costa County in District 4. She aims to take her common-sense leadership to Contra Costa County, like she has done with Bay Area Rapid Transit. We get into why she is running, message to business owners, public safety and more.
Website: https://www.deboraallen.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeboraAllen4Supervisor/
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1h 15min
January 26, 2022Bacon, Guns and San Francisco Hate Crimes
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, good news for pork eaters but bad news for Ms. Piggy who is still on the menu. We touch one COVID sick pay, San Jose's gun ordinance forcing gun owners to have liability insurance and pay an annual fee. Hate crimes in San Francisco by the numbers and homeowners leave the Bay Area plus more.
Articles From the Show:
California judge delays enforcement of part of new bacon law
Proposed anti-camping ordinance aims to move homeless residents in Placer County
California could soon front the bill for school buses, transit passes
COVID-19 sick pay in California would return under deal between Newsom, lawmakers
San Jose Passes Gun Ordinance Forcing Gun Owners to Have Liability Insurance, Pay Annual Fee
San Jose becomes 1st city in nation to approve liability insurance, fee for gun owners
California lawmakers introduce bill banning single-use tobacco products
AAPI hate crimes up 500% last year; one person responsible for half the cases, SFPD says
SF Resident Sues DA's Office Following Mishandling of AAPI Hate Crime
New report shows homeowners continue to leave the Bay Area
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46min
January 25, 2022Antioch’s First Homicide of 2022, Barry Bonds, Delayed Ambulance Services and Costco to Brentwood
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, City of Antioch had its first fatal shooting of the year, Costco could be coming to Brentwood and Contra Costa County seeing stretched ambulance responses. District Attorney's still not holding criminals accountable and should Barry Bonds get into the Hall of Fame
Articles From the Show
California students couldn’t opt out of COVID shots for personal beliefs under new bill
Proposed COVID-19 vaccine requirements for students bill explained
Man wearing ‘Your mask makes you look stupid’ shirt accused of harassing kids in La Crescenta parking lot: LASD
COVID: 911 Calls For Ambulances Has CoCo County Fire Crews, Emergency Resources Stretched Thin
I.E. law enforcement agencies see influx of applicants looking to avoid L.A.-area vaccine mandates
Man shot to death in Antioch parking lot
San Jose City Mayor Sam Liccardo Pushing for Tuesday Vote On Mandatory Firearm Insurance and Annual Fee
California DA Claims ‘Rogue Prosecutors’ Are Emboldening Criminals
Chesa Boudin recall supporters want stiffer punishments for Union Square looters
2 Arrested in South San Francisco for Allegedly Kidnapping, Trafficking Oakland Woman
Former IRS Agent Arrested In Alleged Ponzi Scheme That Cost Elderly Santa Rosa Victim $1M
CHP: Retired sergeant charged after crash leaves Modesto woman brain dead
If Barry Bonds isn't a Hall of Famer by the end of the day, it's a failure by the Hall of Fame
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53min
January 24, 2022 Antioch Finally Gives Gun Violence Statistics, NFL Playoffs and More
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, how can you not talk NFL Playoff Weekend and the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills being perhaps the greatest NFL game in history. San Francisco 49ers win and we talk overtime rules. City of Antioch may seek grant to help reduce gun violence. Media blowing Big Sur fire out of proportion as the entire year is wildfire season in California. Judge gives okay for early release of repeat offenders and more.
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45min
January 21, 2022Youths Could Vaccinate Without Parents Knowledge, Taxes Could Double and Lazy People
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, we discuss how Senator Scott Wieners Bill to allow youths to circumvent parents vaccine decisions is wrong and an abuse of legislative power. Meanwhile, the state could vote to begin a process to double taxes by moving forward with state-run health care as early as next week. A quarter of US adults apparently are lazy, herd immunity unlucky. Meanwhile, Governor Gavin Newsom in Los Angeles to discuss cargo train package thefts while California Covid gun store shutdowns ruled illegal.
Articles From the Show
A Quarter of U.S. Adults Are Too Sedentary, CDC Map Shows
California Assembly could vote on state-run health care bill next week
Newsom in LA after 'porch pirates' target cargo trains in effort to steal packages
Preteens May Be Vaccinated Without Parents' Consent Under California Bill
Preteens may be vaxed without parents under California bill
Herd immunity to COVID unlikely in LA County, elsewhere, new USC study suggests
California's COVID gun store shutdowns ruled illegal
UPDATE: 4 Minors Arrested In Connection with Shooting in Hillsdale Mall Parking Lot
Yosemite Rolls Out Winter Lottery for Summer Camping at Popular Site
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43min
January 20, 2022BART Report Shares What We All Know, Ambulance Issues Plus Number of Bills Legislators Can Introduce
On this episode of WTF California podcast, we go over a report that we all knew would be a disaster which it was for Bay Area Rapid Transit which earned the "California Golden Fleece Award." Ambulance wait hours are becoming an issue around the state. We also get into the number of bills a California state legislator can introduce and compare them to other states. Plus more.
Articles From the Show
BART responds after scathing report calls agency 'unreliable, financially reckless and inefficient'
Ambulances wait hours with patients at California hospitals
California’s Limits on Bill Introductions
San Francisco works to move homeless out of hotels and into long-term housing
Spears case drives California bid to limit conservatorships
‘One Chip Challenge’: Social Media Trend Involving Spicy Chips Lands Lodi Students In Emergency Room
USC frat parties allowed to return in March, but guards required near bedrooms to prevent sexual assaults
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42min
January 19, 2022Fan Mail, EDD Fraud, Juneteenth and Employees Have Upper Hand
On this episode of the WTF California Podcast, we discuss owning your jokes as we received some fan mail this morning—kudos by the way, just celebrate it. Viral video after staff quits Noah’s Bagels showcases why you don’t be a jerk to employees. You can now earn $10k for college simply by volunteering per new State program. Bill would make Juneteenth a State Holiday. More EDD fraud uncovered. Did you know San Jose has a $50 permit fee just to feed homeless. Plus, California energy officials seek to slash incentives for rooftop solar.

Articles From the Show
Suspects Associated with Thefts from Elderly Victims Arrested by San Ramon Police
Entire Staff Quits Noah’s Bagels In Vacaville In Protest — And Video Goes Viral
In wealthy LA enclave, harsher penalties for wasting water
California unveils ‘College Corps’ program to help students pay for education through community service
Sacramento woman suspected of leading largest EDD fraud scheme in the county
Proposal to end competitive bidding for minority-owned contractors in Oakland
California energy officials plan to slash incentives for rooftop solar
Wildfire Risk in California Drives Insurers to Pull Policies for Pricey Homes
San Jose advocates say outdated permit requirement hinders helping feed the homeless
Assemblymember Akilah Weber, M.D., Introduces Bill to Recognize Juneteenth as Paid State Holiday
Rep. Jerry McNerney announces he will not run for reelection in 2022
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44min
January 18, 2022A Chat with Contra Costa County Sheriff Candidate Benjamin Therriault
On this episode of WTF California Podcast, we chat with Benjamin Therriault who is running for Contra Costa County Sheriff. We touch on community policing, increasing transparency, jails, putting more deputies on patrol, homelessness, conceal carry weapon policy. We also get into working to keep criminals in jail while working with the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office.
Websites referenced in the Show
Benjamin Therriault (official campaign website)
Richmond Police union boss aims to unseat sheriff in Contra Costa County
Richmond police defend K-9 bites that caused 73 serious injuries in past six years
Ben Therriault: On the Role of the Police Officers Association
A cop, and resident, of Richmond public housing
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1h 20min

FAQs about The WTF California Podcast:

How many episodes does The WTF California Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 360 episodes available.