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  • The Putnam Beat - S4 Minisode 1: Leonel Joven
    On this minisode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    Austin sits down with Leonel Joven of the Blue52Podcast.
    We talk about his perspective on Memorial Day as a veteran, the MLB's recent decision to include records from the historic National Negro League in their records, and the next meal date for Top Flight BBQ!
    All this and more, on #thePutnamBeat
    16 min
  • The Putnam Beat S4 Ep4 - Anarchy: Coming to a Speed Limit Near You
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    Austin discusses some of the local news in Porterville, you need to know, including an ordinance to raise the speed limits of certain streets in town, and how that may impact you.
    Next we hit national news to talk about President Biden's infrastructure plan, on the eve of his self-given deadline, and how hyperpartisanship has stalled the efforts. Then we talk about a restrictive voting law in Texas, and how Texan Democrats have stalled the effort.
    All this and more on #thePutnamBeat
    53 min
  • The Putnam Beat - S4 Ep3

    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet, 

     Co-hosts Austin Slater and Jonathan Ogans sit down to talk local news, such as the City of Porterville's plan for putting a temporary library in place, and why some in the community are criticizing the commission set up by the City to gather input on the subject.  

    Next we cover national stories, from the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, to Rep. Matt Gaetz latest political scandal, and the war of words between Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.  

    All this and more, on #theputnambeat

    This episode was recorded on 05/23/2021

    55 min
  • The Putnam Beat - S4 Ep 2

    On this episode of they #localwordonthestreet,   

    We discuss more about our partnership with Chingons Tacos and the upcoming meal voucher give away... STAY TUNED. And remember, when you #buylocal we all win!  Then, Ogans and Austin talk all about the local stories you need to hear, including Tulare's new plan to house the homeless and the plans to rename part of Highway 65 after our fallen firefighters.   Later, we talk national stories, like President Biden's recent moves on climate change.   All this and more on #theputnanbeat  

    This episode was recorded on 4/18/2021.

    56 min
  • The Putnam Beat S4 Ep1 - The Return
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    Your co-hosts, Jonathan Ogans and Austin Slater you up on some of the local and national news stories that happened over the break. We talk Porterville City Council, potential projects between the City of Porterville and State Senator Hurtado, the election of President Biden, George Floyd, and more.
    Its good to be back, Porterville; we love you. Tell us what you though of the show, wrie us a review.
    -The Putnam Beat
    43 min
  • The Putnam Beat S3 Ep#18 - Leo Joven of the Blue52 Podcast
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    The #beatcrew is joined by co-host of the TheBlue52Podcast Leo Joven. We talk all things sports, and get into some thoughts on national and local politics. We also cover the official Porterville City Council candidates, giving you a brief summary of their message to voters.
    All this and more on #thePutnamBeat
    This episode was recorded on: 10/17/2020
    1 hr 35 min
  • The Putnam Beat S3 Ep#17 - Good Luck Charlie’s
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    The #BeatCrew sits down to talk about the local and national news stories you need to know. We cover a fire that took down a Porterville staple, Charlie’s Night Club and what some groups in the community have done for victims of the Seqouia Complex Fires. Plus, a 2020 Presidential Fist Fight?
    All this and more on #thePutnamBeat
    Recorded on: 9/18/2020
    32 min
  • The Putnam Beat S3 Ep#16 - 9/11: A Reflection
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    Austin and Ogans discuss an election update in the race for Porterville City Council, some national news stories, and we give a reflection on the anniversary of 9/11. Plus we talk about Ogans’s time in the military, discussing just what service means to him.
    All this and more on #ThePutnamBeat
    34 min
  • The Putnam Beat S3 Ep#15 - Poplar Community Board Member Art Rodriguez
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    The Beat dits down with political consultant, Democratic Party Delegate, and Poplar Community Board Executive Member Art Rodriguez. We talk Poplar, politics, and more. Also on the program, we’ve got Nick Slater filling in tonight for Jonathan Ogans as guest host.
    We give an update on the election, cover the devastating Seqouia complex fire, and talk about the possibility of a Covid-19 vaccine, and the politics surrounding it.
    All this and more on #thePutnamBeat
    46 min
  • The Putnam Beat S3 Ep#14 - Famersville City Council Member Greg Gomez
    On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet,
    The beat crew sits down with Farmersville City Councilman Greg Gomez. We talk about Outside Creek school’s opening, the Fair under the pandemic, and his experiences growing up. We also talk recreational cannabis and how revenues benefit Farmersville. Then, we do local and national news!
    All this and more on #theputnambeat
    ps: due to technical difficulties, the last ten minutes of the show are not available. We apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
    46 min

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The Putnam Beat is a podcast based in Porterville, CA.