A Climate Change with Matt Matern

Climate Action Insights From Senator Ben Allen & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

Matt Matern speaks with Senator Ben Allen about California’s environmental bills on single-use plastics, recyclable labeling, and microfiber filtration. They address homelessness, proposing stipends for homeowners housing homeless individuals. Matt also chats with Dr. Sweta Chakraborty on climate change policy.

Rick Gates, Former Trump Advisor and Author of ”Wicked Game: An Insider’s Story”

Rick Gates discusses Biden's presidency, election integrity, the Capitol riot, and Trump's influence on the GOP. He calls for bipartisan election reforms and sees the January 6 events as a failure of both Trump and Congress, urging unity. Gates explores U.S. foreign policy challenges, Trump's enduring party control, and the impact of his Twitter ban.Additionally, Gates clarifies his and Manafort's work with foreign entities and addresses the Trump Inaugural Committee's financial scrutiny. The dialogue covers global threats from China and Russia, advocating for a stronger U.S. stance. Gates promotes his book "The Wicked Game," reflecting on political polarization and governance challenges.

Pepperdine Professor Dan Schnur on California Politics

Matt Matern speaks with Dan Schnur, a political expert, discussing the recall of Governor Newsom, the rise of independent voters, and Trump's waning influence. They debate the $1.9T COVID relief package and a voting rights bill.

Author Blake Newhem on Writing, Cancer, & Creativity

Matt speaks with Blake Newhem, who shares his journey from ghostwriter to fiction author after a brain tumor diagnosis. Blake discusses his books and the therapeutic nature of writing. He advises writers to keep writing and highlights his ghostwriting experiences for conservative politicians.

Environmental Leadership with 27th District Assemblymember Ash Kalra

Assemblymember Ash Kalra discusses housing solutions, clean energy, and criminal justice reform with Matt Matern. Kalra supports phased homelessness solutions, clean energy incentives, and rethinking public safety. He highlights AB 3030, aiming to protect 30% of California’s land and water by 2030.

Assemblymember David Chiu on California’s Housing Crisis Solutions

Matt Matern speaks with Assemblymember David Chiu about homelessness, affordable housing, clean energy, and the EDD crisis. Chiu highlights the need for comprehensive support and proposes using savings from prison closures to aid formerly incarcerated individuals.

Michael Barrett: From Marine to Director at Working Wardrobes

Matt speaks with Michael Barrett, a former Marine now leading VetNet at Working Wardrobes. Michael shares his military background, recovery from an IED explosion, and current work helping veterans with job readiness and overcoming barriers like unemployment.

Author Mark Goulston on Healing Trauma and ’Surgical Empathy’

Dr. Mark Goulston shares his journey from depression to psychiatry, emphasizing "surgical empathy" and the HADA method to manage emotions. Inspired by a homeless encounter, he supports disadvantaged youth. His book offers trauma healing techniques. 

Senator Bob Wieckowski, Tackling Homelessness and Climate Change

California State Senator Bob Wieckowski discusses environmental policies, homelessness solutions, and arbitration clauses. He emphasizes renewable energy, ADUs for affordable housing, and simplifying COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

Alison Hurst Is Transforming Lives at Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y.)

Matt Matern speaks with Alison Hurst from Safe Place for Youth, which aids homeless youth in LA. S.P.Y. provides basic needs, case management, and housing. Alison emphasizes community involvement and addressing systemic issues. The goal is to create spaces where youth feel seen and loved.