Fresnolandia

Saying Goodbye for Now

Fresnoland — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Fresnolandia is going on an indefinite haitus as hosts Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox transition to other projects for the time being. This is not goodbye for good, just for now. Fresnolandia has been a labor of love and podcasts will return to Fresnoland in the future. In the meantime, keep enjoying the incredible investigative work by the hardworking journalists at Fresnoland.

If you thoughts, questions, or concerns, please email Danielle Bergstrom at danielle@fresnoland.org

Measure P and The Future of Art Funding in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox sit down with Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias for a wide-ranging conversation about the controversy surrounding Measure P arts funding and the investigation into missing grant dollars. The discussion unpacks how the situation came to light, what safeguards were in place, and what happens next for Fresno’s arts community as the city grapples with questions of oversight, transparency, and trust.

Together, they explore the complicated balance between accountability and accessibility in public grantmaking, the role of nonprofits versus City Hall in administering arts funds, and the deeper tensions around who gets to define culture in a diverse city. The episode also looks ahead at how Fresno might rebuild confidence in the Measure P process, protect future funding, and ensure artists and organizations can continue their work despite uncertainty.

Fresno Arts Council Fallout, Transparency Efforts at City Hall, and Fresno Truck Drivers in Limbo

Fresnoland — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

This week on Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan dive into a wide-ranging “grab bag” episode after a week off, catching listeners up on some of the biggest stories shaping Fresno right now. Investigative reporter Omar Rashad joins the show to unpack the breaking news that an ex–Fresno Arts Council employee is under investigation for the alleged embezzlement of $1.5 million — a story that raises urgent questions about public trust, Measure P funding, and what comes next for local arts organizations that rely on those grants. The conversation looks at what we know, what we don’t know, and how the fallout could affect the city’s cultural ecosystem.

The episode also explores the impact of Omar’s recent investigation into city contracts, including how public attention helped push the Fresno City Council to close a controversial loophole and begin building a new transparency page for residents to better track spending. Then the team welcomes reporter Gisselle Medina to discuss a lawsuit involving immigrant commercial truck drivers whose licenses were threatened by a DMV system error — a story with real economic stakes for families and the Central Valley’s logistics industry.

Juan Crow and the Struggle for Civil Rights in Bakersfield and the Central Valley

Fresnoland — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Jordan takes over the Fresnolandia feed with a special crossover: a repost of a conversation from The History of California Podcast with Dr. Oliver Rosales, a professor at Bakersfield College and the author of Civil Rights in Bakersfield.

This episode pairs perfectly with our recent trip to Bakersfield to examine downtown development, offering the deeper historical context behind the region’s politics, culture, and struggles for equity. Rosales unpacks what outsiders get wrong about Bakersfield, how stereotypes obscure a rich urban history, and why the Central Valley has been overlooked by scholars despite being a crucial site of American social change.

From legacies of segregation and “Juan Crow,” to student activism, coalition-building, and the limits of centering farm labor alone, this conversation broadens how we think about civil rights beyond the usual Southern narrative. It’s a reminder that Bakersfield—and by extension Fresno and the wider Valley—has long been a frontline for organizing, reform, and contested memory.

We’ll be back to regular programming next week. In the meantime, enjoy this timely and insightful deep dive into the hidden history of civil rights in our neighboring city.

Tom Steyer in Fresno: Housing, Energy, and Affordability

Fresnoland — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:01:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox sit down with investor, philanthropist, environmental advocate, and California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer for a conversation about what the state’s biggest policy challenges mean specifically for Fresno and the Central Valley.

Steyer shares his perspective on the growing “abundance” discourse and why California must refocus on actually building things in the physical world—from housing and infrastructure to clean energy systems. He argues that the state’s housing crisis is fundamentally a supply problem, driven by high construction costs, slow permitting, zoning constraints, and outdated building technologies, and outlines how new construction methods and regulatory reforms could help make housing more affordable for working families in places like Fresno.

The conversation then turns to one of the most pressing issues for Central Valley residents: electricity costs. Steyer critiques PG&E as a monopoly with misaligned incentives and points out that Fresno residents are paying some of the highest electricity rates in the country—more than double the national average. He makes the case for reforming the Public Utilities Commission, introducing competition through local energy generation and microgrids, and leveraging the rapid advances in solar and battery technology to dramatically lower energy bills.

Throughout the episode, Steyer emphasizes that these problems are structural, not technical—and that solving them will require political courage to challenge entrenched interests, rethink regulatory systems, and prioritize affordability for everyday Californians. For Fresno, he argues, the combination of abundant sun, emerging battery technology, and local energy production represents a major opportunity to lead the next phase of California’s clean energy transition.

Fresno’s Housing Puzzle: Reform Without Results

Fresnoland — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox sit down with Jennifer LeSar, founder and CEO of LeSar Development Consultants, for a wide-ranging conversation about Fresno’s housing future. Drawing on LeSar’s work advising governments across California—and lessons from global cities like Vienna—the discussion explores why housing remains so difficult to build in Fresno despite major zoning reform and historic investments in infrastructure.

The episode digs into the structural challenges facing Central Valley cities: the mismatch between construction costs and local incomes, the risk aversion of private capital, and the absence of long-term, durable housing finance institutions. LeSar offers concrete ideas for breaking the logjam, including regional housing finance agencies, alternative capital strategies, land banking, and mixed-income “social housing” models adapted to American political and cultural realities.

Along the way, the conversation connects Fresno’s downtown ambitions, high-speed rail, public land, and infill development to broader national debates about abundance, regulation, and affordability—while asking the hardest question of all: what will it take for Fresno to finally reach its housing tipping point?

Unpacking the Fresno City Contracts Investigation

Fresnoland — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox sit down with investigative reporter and assistant editor Omar Rashad to unpack a major two-part investigation into Fresno’s “under-threshold” contracts—city contracts under $100,000 that can be executed without City Council approval.

Rashad walks listeners through months of reporting that revealed how millions of dollars in taxpayer-funded contracts have been distributed with little public visibility, including repeated contracts awarded to the same consultants and vendors. The conversation explores how Fresno quietly doubled its under-threshold limit in 2024, why tracking these contracts is so difficult for the public, and how Fresno compares to cities like San Diego and Oakland that offer far greater transparency.

The episode digs into the mechanics of how these contracts are approved, billed, and paid—raising thorny questions about oversight, pass-through expenses, public records delays, and the use of taxpayer dollars for services like Facebook advertising during election seasons. Bergstrom and Mattox also examine the policy trade-offs between government efficiency and democratic accountability, and what reforms could restore public trust.

Finally, Rashad reflects on the reaction to the investigation at City Hall, including a rapid and controversial press conference by councilmembers and the broader implications for how Fresno governs itself.

The Stories That Defined Fresno This Year

Fresnoland — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000

In this special year-end recap episode of Fresnolandia, Jordan and Dani discuss the year in local news coverage.

Together, they unpack the most impactful stories of the year, starting with Fresnoland’s sustained coverage of the Southeast Development Area (SEDA) plan and how reporting on infrastructure costs and fiscal shortfalls helped shift public understanding of suburban growth. They also examine the CEMEX mining proposal along the San Joaquin River.

The conversation moves beyond headline stories to explore underreported issues like campaign ethics, dark money in local elections, and the fragility of civic institutions in Fresno. Dani reflects on what it means to run a newsroom with limited resources, how editorial choices are shaped by staffing realities, and why some stories demand sustained focus even in the face of backlash.

The episode also looks ahead: upcoming city council and school board elections, potential school closures, ICE enforcement fears, and what attentive residents should be watching in the year to come.

Who Decides Your Power Bill? Inside PG&E, the CPUC, and Fresno's Energy Costs with Martha Guzman

Fresnoland — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000

PG&E bills are rising fast—and in the Central Valley, the pain is especially acute.

On this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox sit down with Martha Guzman, one of the most influential policy leaders to come out of the Central Valley, to unpack why energy affordability has become such a crisis—and what can realistically be done about it.

Martha brings rare, inside perspective from her decades-long career in state and federal government, including her time as a California Public Utilities Commissioner and most recently as the Biden administration’s EPA Region 9 administrator. Together, they break down how investor-owned utilities like PG&E actually set rates, why wildfire mitigation and infrastructure costs are driving historic increases, and how fragmented decision-making at the CPUC makes affordability harder to control.

The conversation zeroes in on Fresno and the Valley’s unique burdens: extreme heat, aging housing stock, lower wildfire risk but higher electricity usage, and the frustration of hosting massive solar development without seeing direct local bill relief. Martha also explores the limits—and possibilities—of tools like the climate credit, debates around utility profits, and whether public power is a realistic option for cities like Fresno.

It’s a candid, wonky, and deeply human conversation about power—who pays for it, who profits from it, and what fairness should look like in a hotter, more unequal California.

Lessons from Fresno and Bakersfield’s Downtown Developers

Fresnoland — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000

In this special episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Jordan Mattox and Danielle Bergstrom take a trip to Bakersfield with Fresno developer Reza Assemi, to sit down with Austin and Anna Smith—two of the most successful infill developers in the Central Valley—whose work is reshaping downtown Bakersfield. Together, they explore the parallel stories of revitalization in Fresno and Bakersfield, the opportunities and roadblocks facing infill projects, and the lingering challenges of codes built for suburban fringe development rather than dense urban cores. This conversation dives into what each city’s downtown could become, how visionary builders are pushing those possibilities forward, and how communities across the valley can learn from one another to create more vibrant, livable, and connected places.

PG&E's Troubled Past and Uncertain Future with Katherine Blunt

Fresnoland — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000

In this special episode of Fresnolandia, Jordan Mattox speaks with Katherine Blunt, Wall Street Journal reporter and author of California Burning, one of the definitive works on PG&E’s failures, wildfire liabilities, and the vulnerabilities of America’s power grid. Blunt brings clear-eyed insight into how decades of underinvestment, aging infrastructure, regulatory complexity, and climate stress have collided to create California’s ongoing energy crisis.

Together, they unpack the forces that shaped PG&E’s modern identity—from its early monopoly structure to its repeated safety lapses—and discuss how these systemic issues affect communities across the state. The conversation also turns toward Fresno and the Central Valley, exploring why local ratepayers face rising bills, how grid weaknesses show up differently in inland regions, and what future reforms might actually protect residents.

Accessible, deeply informed, and directly relevant to Fresno’s present moment, this episode offers essential context for anyone trying to understand PG&E’s impact on daily life in the Central Valley and the uncertain future of energy in California.

Holiday Special: Surviving Thanksgiving

Fresnoland — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Danielle and Jordan talk through the challenges and opportunities that is Thanksgiving. They share their civil dialogue toolkit for surviving the holiday and also what they are loving this week!

What Sacramento Learned the Hard Way—And What Fresno Should Know Now

Fresnoland — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

On this week’s Fresnolandia, Jordan and Danielle dive deep into the wonky world of regional planning with Sacramento planning veteran Mike McKeever, former CEO of SACOG and longtime policy advisor to Mayor Darrell Steinberg. Using Sacramento as a point of comparison, Mike unpacks why regions sprawl, how over-entitlement of housing land can stall actual development, and why local governments so often misread real housing demand. The conversation explores Fresno’s hottest planning issue—SEDA—and what decades of Sacramento experience can teach us about urban growth boundaries, infill vs. greenfield development, the role of school districts in planning, and why political pressure, developer expectations, and outdated population projections make long-term growth so hard to get right. If you’ve ever wondered why Fresno grows the way it does—or what smarter growth could look like—this is an episode for the true planning nerds.

Prop 50 Results, Measure C Breakthrough, and Local Shutdown Effects

Fresnoland — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:27:29 +0000

In this grab-bag edition of Fresnolandia, Jordan and Dani break down a fast-moving week in Fresno and the Central Valley. From Prop 50’s narrow local margin and its implications for congressional representation, to the breakthrough compromise on Measure C funding priorities, they track how shifting political dynamics may reshape local policy. They also discuss the city’s new ministerial housing approval approach, ongoing City Council procedural turmoil, and the very real consequences of the federal government shutdown for CalFresh recipients, the local food bank, and major service providers like Fresno EOC.

The Urban Planner in City Hall: Annalisa Perea on the Future of Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan talk with Fresno City Councilmember and urban planner Annalisa Perea about how planning shapes the way she approaches municipal governance in Fresno. They discuss housing and zoning challenges, regional cooperation, the balance between growth and equity, and what smarter, denser development could look like for the city. Perea also shares her thoughts on NIMBYism, downtown revitalization, and how infrastructure—both above and below ground—defines Fresno’s path forward.

When Following the Rules Gets You Detained: Fresno's Immigration Chaos

Fresnoland — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan sit down with Fresno Bee accountability reporter Melissa Montalvo, Fresnoland’s religion, culture, and immigration reporter Giselle Medina, and immigration attorney Armida Mendoza to unpack the shifting landscape of immigration enforcement in California’s Central Valley under the Trump administration. The conversation explores new ICE and Border Patrol tactics—from courthouse arrests to detentions at immigration appointments—and the chilling effects on local families. Together, they examine the human consequences of policy changes, the role of misinformation and notaries in immigrant communities, and how advocates are organizing for “power, not panic.”

Measure P and the Politics of Art: Who Gets Funded in Fresno?

Fresnoland — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan sit down with journalist Doug Hoagland of The Monroe Review to unpack the growing tensions around Measure P, Fresno’s parks and arts tax. They revisit the measure’s origins as a campaign for park equity, the controversial inclusion of arts funding, and the ongoing struggles over transparency, bias, and equity in how grant money is distributed. From the battles over public meetings and recordings to broader questions about who benefits from public arts funding, the conversation lays bare the complexities of civic trust, process, and power in Fresno’s cultural life.

Disclosure: Jordan is a member of the board of the Fresno Philharmonic, a recipient of Measure P Funds.

When the Forest Service Failed the Forest: Inside the Garnet Fire

Fresnoland — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle and Jordan speak with Fresnoland's environmental reporter Gregory Weaver about his new story on the Garnet Fire, which scorched over 65,000 acres in the Sierra National Forest. They uncover how bureaucratic delays and inaction by the U.S. Forest Service may have doomed one of California’s most important old-growth research areas—the Teakettle Experimental Forest—despite years of preparation, funding, and scientific consensus. The conversation traces the tangled history of prescribed burns, the decline of the Forest Service’s capacity, and California’s environmental future.

Fresno in Flux: Prop 50, ICE Raids Protests, and a Cooling Housing Market

Fresnoland — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000

This week on Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan speak with Rob Parsons, Senior Editor, for a wide-ranging news roundup on the biggest issues shaping Fresno and the Central Valley. From the fierce debate over Proposition 50 and its implications for redistricting, to the chilling rise in ICE activity locally; they also dig into Fresno’s cooling housing market, the challenges of building affordability in a changing economy, and the community effort to preserve West Fresno’s overlooked history through a public art project. Rounding things out, the team looks ahead to contentious city council races, major land-use decisions, and the future of transportation funding with Measure C. And, as always, they close with what they’re loving this week.

What Fresno Can Learn from LA's Massive Public Transit Expansion

Fresnoland — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's Fresnolandia podcast, we're featuring a live event Fresnoland hosted on Thursday, September 25 at Tioga Sequoia Brewing downtown on what Fresno can learn from LA's massive public transit expansion over the last decade. You'll hear Danielle moderate a conversation with former LA Mayor and current candidate for California governor Antonio Villaraigosa, who successfully championed Measure R in 2008, which helped kickstart a new generation of light rail lines across LA County; Denny Zane, the founder of MoveLA and a former Santa Monica mayor and city councilmember; and, Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias.

The Redistricting Battle Arrives in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle Bergstrom and Jordan Mattox break down Governor Gavin Newsom’s Proposition 50 and what it could mean for California’s political future. Guests Blake Zante of the Maddy Institute and Monse Sanchez of Communities for a New California join to discuss how the proposal would reshape congressional districts in the Central Valley, from Adam Gray’s District 13 to David Valadao’s battleground District 22. We explore what these changes mean for rural farm towns, urban communities in Fresno and Stockton, and the balance between agricultural and urban interests. The conversation also looks at how Prop 50 fits into the national tug-of-war over redistricting—especially in light of Texas’ mid-decade mapmaking—and whether California can maintain its reputation for fair elections while engaging in this high-stakes political chess match.

Unpacking the Fresno Reaction to Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

Fresnoland — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this special episode of Fresnolandia, host Danielle Bergstrom sits down with government accountability reporter Omar Rashad to unpack Fresno leaders’ unusual press conference following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Together, they explore why local officials chose to respond so quickly, what was—and wasn’t—acknowledged at the event, and how the broader community is reacting.

The conversation goes deeper than headlines: Omar and Danielle discuss the complicated legacy of Charlie Kirk, the rise of Christian nationalism, and the journalist’s responsibility to provide honest context when covering public figures after death. They reflect on how political violence, online discourse, and media framing shape our collective memory of controversial leaders, drawing comparisons with figures like Kobe Bryant, Joseph Castro, and James Dobson.

This episode challenges listeners to consider whether public dialogue can hold multiple truths at once—and what role journalism should play in navigating grief, accountability, and political rhetoric.

California Water Issues with the Hosts of Water Talk

Fresnoland — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:15:40 +0000

In this special collaboration, Fresnolandia teams up with UC Davis’s Water Talk podcast to explore California’s most pressing water issues. Host Jordan Mattox sits down with Malika Cantor and Charles “Sam” Sanchez, two researchers and educators at the forefront of water science and public engagement, to unpack the stories behind California’s water challenges—from climate change and drought to agriculture, aquifers, and infrastructure.

Together, they trace the origins of Water Talk during the pandemic, share how their diverse academic journeys shape the show, and reflect on the importance of bringing fresh voices and community perspectives into statewide conversations. The discussion ranges from the misunderstood role of snowpack and groundwater, to the legacy of dams and aqueducts, to the tension between economic agriculture and environmental responsibility.

Along the way, listeners will hear candid insights about interdisciplinary research, the human right to water, and how podcasts themselves can bridge the gap between academia and the public. The episode closes with book recommendations—spanning cli-fi, Indigenous histories, and environmental classics—that inspire new ways of thinking about water, land, and our collective future.

Whether you’re a Californian trying to understand your local water supply or a curious listener interested in climate and infrastructure, this episode offers a lively, thoughtful dive into the forces shaping life in the Golden State.

This episode of Fresnolandia is sponsored by the San Joaquin Valley Housing Collaborative. Learn more about the organization and register for their two-day housing summit at: https://sjvhc.org/news-events/

AI Data Centers, High Speed Rail, and Water: The Politics of Selling the Valley’s Most Precious Resource

Fresnoland — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:54:19 +0000

On this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Danielle and Jordan sit down with the veteran journalist Lois Henry, founder of SJV Water, to untangle the high-stakes debate over AI data centers and water in California’s Central Valley. As high-speed rail leaders float the idea of building energy-intensive data hubs along the route, Lois breaks down what millions of gallons of daily water use really means in acre-feet, how farmland retirement under SGMA could reshape water markets, and why Silicon Valley’s deep pockets could upend long-standing local politics. Together, they explore the possibilities, trade-offs, and power struggles that emerge when Big Tech collides with agriculture, disadvantaged communities, and the region’s fragile water system.

Absences, Border Patrol Raids, and Fresno Schools: Tackling Chronic Absenteeism

Fresnoland — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On this week’s Fresnolandia, we’re joined by Diego Vargas, Fresnoland’s education reporter, and Abby Arii, Fresno Unified School District’s Director of Student Services, to unpack the growing challenge of chronic absenteeism in Fresno schools. We explore how federal immigration crackdowns—like the recent Border Patrol raid in Kern County—are affecting student attendance, drawing on new reporting and a Stanford study showing surges in absences across the Central Valley. Abby shares how Fresno Unified is confronting this problem head-on, while Diego breaks down what his reporting reveals about the links between immigration policy, fear in the community, and student success.

From Measure C to Park Names: Fresno’s Week in Micro-Dramas

Fresnoland — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this epsidoe of Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan sit down with Fresnoland reporters Juliana Morano and Pablo Orihuela to unpack a week full of Fresno’s political quirks and controversies. From the future of Measure C and its 38-member steering committee, to the naming battles over a new Southeast Fresno park, to a $30 million police headquarters lease, and even holiday culture wars at the county level—this episode takes you behind the scenes of local government. Along the way, we hear about “micro dramas,” power struggles, and what it really means when politics starts to look like an episode of Parks and Recreation.

South Tower's Big Wins: A Park, Murals, and Housing in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan sit down with Kiel Lopez-Schmidt — architect, organizer, and executive director of the South Tower Community Land Trust — to talk about a series of long-awaited wins for the South Tower neighborhood. From transforming the once-overlooked San Pablo Park under the 180 freeway into a vibrant mural space, to opening Broadway Parque on the former site of a police station, to placing the Land Trust’s first home on the market, Kiel shares how these projects came together through years of persistence and community collaboration. This conversation dives into the power of grassroots organizing, reclaiming public spaces, and building lasting community ownership in Fresno’s South Tower.

What Fresno Can Learn from Portland’s Rail Revolution

Fresnoland — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Jordan and Dani sit down with Rick Gustafson, a pioneering urban planner and transit expert from Portland, Oregon to discuss the development and implementation of light rail. Rick played a key role in launching Portland’s first regional light rail system—now considered one of the most successful in the country—and was instrumental in developing the Portland Streetcar. He has advised cities across the U.S. on implementing streetcar systems, drawing from decades of experience as a planner, Oregon state legislator, and the first elected officer of Metro, Portland’s regional planning agency.

Dark Money and Democracy in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Jordan and Dani sit down with Omar Rashad, Fresnoland's government accountability reporter, to dig into his recent investigation into dark money and its influence on a recent election in Fresno. Omar breaks down the key players, the fines and history of dark money, and what this means for transparency and trust in local politics. Then, Dani, Omar, and Jordan share what they are loving this week.

Preview of Dark Money in Fresno Politics

Fresnoland — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Dani is on vacation this week, and Jordan previews our next episode, which will focus on a new Fresnoland investigation exploring the role of dark money in local politics.

Fresno Facing a Housing Funding Crisis

Fresnoland — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Your City, Your Voice: Getting Involved in Urban Planning

Fresnoland — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this special episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan step away from the usual news and interviews to have Dani share her thoughts on how urban planning shapes everyday life in Fresno. From how neighborhoods are designed to who has a voice in city decisions, Dani breaks down why planning matters and offers practical tips on how you can get involved in shaping your community’s future.

Immigration Chaos in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:01:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Jordan and Dani sit down with Fresnoland reporters Giselle Medina and Omar Rashad to talk about the recent surge in immigration enforcement across California — and how it’s rippling into Fresno.

Fresno's Free Speech Fight

Fresnoland — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, hosts Jordan and Dani sit down with Fresno City College history professor Paul Gilmore to uncover a fascinating but often overlooked chapter in the city’s past: Fresno’s Free Speech Fight.

You may have walked past the small plaque at Mariposa Plaza—on the corner of Fulton and Mariposa—without realizing its deeper significance. This plaza marks the site of an early 20th-century struggle for civil liberties that still resonates today. Paul recently gave a public talk at Tioga-Sequoia about this historic moment, and we’re excited to bring that conversation to our listeners.

Fighting for Refugees in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan are joined by Christine Barker, the Executive Director of FIRM, to discuss refugee resettlement pipeline and the ways that Trump Administration is attempting to hault the process.

Making Fresno's Dangerous Streets Safer for Pedestrians

Fresnoland — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, we sit down with Laura Gromis, executive director of the U.S. Green Building Council of Central California and a member of Fresno’s Active Transportation Advisory Committee, to talk about the city’s efforts to make streets safer for people who walk and bike.

At the center of the conversation is Fresno’s Vision Zero initiative—a new strategy to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries. We explore what’s driving this policy push and what it means for neighborhoods across Fresno.

A recent report from Smart Growth America ranked Fresno as the 7th most dangerous metro area in the nation for pedestrians, with 196 pedestrian deaths in Fresno County between 2018 and 2022. That puts Fresno in troubling company among Sunbelt cities where car-centric design often leaves walkers and bikers behind. So what’s being done—and will it work?

Our Award-Winning Episode on Homelessness

Fresnoland — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this special encore, we revisit our award-winning episode, "Homelessness is a Housing Problem," recently honored by the California Journalism Awards. We were joined Clayton Alder, co-author of the influential book of the same title, Fresno affordable housing developer Jessica Berzac, and Fresno City Council member Miguel Arias as they delve deep into the roots of homelessness in Fresno. Together, they explore practical solutions, housing policy insights, and critical next steps to address and resolve this pressing issue.

We're thrilled to share this recognition with our listeners and look forward to continuing these essential conversations about the challenges and solutions that shape Fresno. Thank you for your support, and enjoy this encore presentation of an episode that sparked meaningful debate and insight.

Fresno’s Big Budget Proposal, SEDA Drama, and Clovis North Prom

Fresnoland — Tue, 27 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan discuss a busy week in Fresno including the mayor's proposed 2.3 billion dollar budget for the city, a dramatic and brief meeting at the Fresno Planning Commission about the future of SEDA, challenges hiring locals for construction jobs per the city's project labor agreements, and some drama after an incident at prom at Clovis North High School. Finally, Dani and Jordan share what they are loving this week.

The Future of Fresno Unified with Misty Her

Fresnoland — Tue, 20 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Misty Her, the new superintendent of Fresno Unified, joins Dani and Jordan to discuss her goals for the district, how she plans to address attendance and truancy, community school programs, and much more. Dani and Jordan also discuss some headlines including the early talks around the new budget, a Community Health System legal settlement, and the new modular housing project.

The Case Against SEDA

Fresnoland — Tue, 13 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's Fresnolanida, Dani and Jordan are joined by Keith Bergthold, CEO of Regenerate California Innovation and CEO of Better Blackstone CDC, to discuss the history, challenges, and future of Southeast Development Area (SEDA).

The Growing Power of Fresno's City Attorney

Fresnoland — Tue, 06 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan are joined by Andrew Janz, Fresno's City Attorney, to discuss the expansion of the powers of the office during his tenure, his vision for the role, ethics and campaign finance, code enforcement, and more. They conclude the episode discussing what they are loving this week.

Fresno leaders explain the anti-DEI backlash

Fresnoland — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan are joined by Eric Payne, Lynisha Senegal, and Keshia Thomas to discuss the state of DEI programs in Fresno.

Dani and Jordan also discuss some headlines including Porchfest, the High Speed Rail Conference, CEMEX, and rezoning in Southwest Fresno.

They conclude the podcast by sharing what they are eaching loving this week.

In Depth with Nick Richardson, the New District 6 City Council Member

Fresnoland — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan welcome Nick Richardson to the show, the new city council member representing district six to discuss his win, pressing issues in his district, and more.

Dani and Jordan also discuss some headlines including the conclusion of the D5 city council race, traffic issues with a Muslim school expansion in Clovis, a demolition in Chinatown, and a rumored change to Christmas Tree Lane walking nights.

Finally, Dani, Jordan, and Nick share what they are loving this week.

Fresnolandia will be taking a brief break in programming for the next few weeks and will return on April 29th.

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Millions Gutted from Fresno County Health Programs

Fresnoland — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan are joined by Veva Islas, Founder & Executive Director of Cultiva La Salud and Fresno Unified Board Member, to discuss the massive cuts of health programs as a part of broad cuts to federal programs initiated by the Trump Administration. Dani and Jordan also discuss the latest on the D5 city council race and opposition by elected officials to the CEMEX blast mine proposal.

D5 City Council Race and Dark Money in Local Politics

Fresnoland — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:14:04 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Rob Parsons, Senior Editor at Fresnoland, to discuss some of the headlines, including the upcoming audit of the EOC, and the latest results in the D5 race for city council, including a mailer funded by dark money.

Proposed Blast Mine Could be an Environmental Disaster for the San Joaquin River

Fresnoland — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan are joined by Gregory Weaver, Fresnoland's environmental reporter, to discuss the blast mine proposed by multinational corporation CEMEX, which could have long-term, serious environmental impacts on the region.

How the Medi-Cal cuts could devastate Fresno County

Fresnoland — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Danielle and Jordan discuss the potential federal funding cuts of Medi-Cal with Omar Rashad, the government accountability reporter for Fresnoland. They discuss the ramifications for not only patients, but the entire medical system in the San Joaquin Valley.

Will Fresno still benefit from High-Speed Rail?

Fresnoland — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolandia, Jordan and Dani are joined by Egon Terplan, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley's Institute for Transportation Studies, former senior advisor to Governor Gavin Newsom on the High-Speed Rail Project and economic development initiatives for the state and was a former regional planning director for SPUR, a Bay Area think tank. They discuss many facets of the High-Speed Rail project, where it's come from, its many challenges, and where it is headed.

D5 City Council Race and Public Safety Tax

Fresnoland — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000

On today’s Fresnolandia, Dani and Jordan discuss a few headlines. Then, we have reporters Omar Rashad and Julianna Morano on to talk about some emerging developments in city politics and a special election coming up for southeast Fresno residents. After that, they discuss the city’s public safety budget crisis and $20 million deficit and the potential public safety tax on the horizon. The episode concludes with they are loving this week.

800 Million Dollar Giveaway in Fresno County

Fresnoland — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Dani and Jordan are joined by Greg Weaver, Fresnoland reporter, to discuss the Williamson Act, a conservation act from the 1960's to preserve, and the strange and interesting ways it's being used in Fresno County today. They conclude the episode by sharing what they are loving this week.

The State of Public Education in Fresno with Manuel Bonilla, President of Fresno Teachers Association

Fresnoland — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:16:24 +0000

This week, we have a special crossover podcast episode for you. Jordan's other podcast program here in Fresno is called Fresno’s Best where he interviews influential individuals in the city in wide-ranging conversations. This week’s guest for our crossover episode is Manuel Bonilla, the president of the Fresno Teachers Association. We cover a lot of topics here, and we are confident that you will leave better informed about the state of education in Fresno. We’ll be back next week to our regular Fresnolandia programming.

Two weeks of Trump in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Dani and Jordan discuss the effects felt here in the Fresno in the first two weeks of the Trump administration with political expert Sabina Gonzalez-Eraña and Tal Eslick, owner of Vista Consulting. They dig into immigration issues, policy implementation, efforts to cut federal funding and programs, and much more. To conclude, they each share what they are loving this week.

Bitwise's legal misadventures, explained

Fresnoland — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000

On today's episode Dani and Jordan are joined by Jesse Molina, Adjunct Professor of Law at San Joaquin College of Law and founder and attorney at Valley Business and Tech Law, and Vincente Tennerelli, former US Attorney, Adjunct Professor of Law at San Joaquin College of Law, and an associate general counsel at Community Health, to dig into the legal weeds of the Bitwise case.

Fire Risk in Fresno County with CAL FIRE

Fresnoland — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, we cover the following topics:

Dani and Jordan discuss headlines this week including further ramificaitons of the Border Patrol raid in Kern County, UAPs in Fresno skies, and a strangely contested election in Orosi
Dani and Jordan are joined by Jacob Wild, CAL FIRE/ Fresno County Fire, Fire Captain and Public Information Officer to discuss Fresno County's fire risk, prevention efforts, water availabilty, evacuation plans, and more.
Dani, Jacob, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

Border Patrol Raid in the Central Valley

Fresnoland — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Dani and Jordan cover the following topics:

Dani and Jordan discuss some this week's headlines including swearing in of recently elected officials, a new cricket park, firefighter raises, and cost cutting in other areas
Dani and Jordan welcome Fresnoland reporter Gisselle Medina and the Fresno Bee's Government Accountability reporter Melissa Montalvo to discuss the Border Patrol raid in Kern County and potential raids in Fresno County as well important information regarding individual rights
Dani, Gisselle, Melissa, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

Interview with Elliott Balch, the CEO of the Downtown Fresno Partnership

Fresnoland — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Dani and Jordan welcome Elliott Balch, the CEO of the Downtown Fresno Partnership for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of downtown Fresno including Bitwise's wake, the effects of the homelessness ordinances, a postmortem on the Art Hop situation, development issues, whether downtown Fresno is getting a boutique hotel, and more.

End of the Year Reflections and Predictions, SEDA Agreement, and Bitwise Sentencing

Fresnoland — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000

On today's episode, Dani and Jordan cover the following topics:

Dani and Jordan discuss how you can support Fresnoland with EOY contributions and donations
Dani shares about the implications of the SEDA tax sharing agreement and Dani and Jordan relfect on the upcoming sentencing of the disgraced Bitwise Co-CEOs
Jordan asks Dani about the last year of reporting and reflections on the fall election before moving to Fresno predictions for 2025
Dani and Jordan discuss what they are loving this week

Fresnans Footing the Bill for Water Contamination, Street Vendor Restrictions, and the Future of Development in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Jordan is joined by special guest co-host Rob Parsons, Senior Editor at Fresnoland and Greg Weaver, reporter at Fresnoland. They cover the following topics:

Jordan, Rob, and Greg discuss some of the headlines from this week including new street vendor restrictions and updates on the tension between housing needs and environment concerns in the Southeast Development Area
Greg share reporting about the TCP contamination lawsuit and how it impacts Fresno's ratepayers
Jordan, Rob, and Greg share what they are loving this week

Wrapping Up Election Season and Local Immigration Implications of the Upcoming Trump Administration

Fresnoland — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, Dani and Jordan cover the following topics:

Dani and Jordan discuss local headlines, in particular wrapping up some tight local elections and the way how local organizations are preparing for changes under the Trump administration
Omar Rashad and Diego Vargas join Dani and Jordan to discuss the immigration implications of the new administration and how local law enforcement will respond to pressure to cooperate
Omar, Diego, Dani, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

AMA Conversation with Ashley Swearengin, Former Mayor and CVCF CEO

Fresnoland — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Dani and Jordan are joined by Ashley Swearengin for a special Ask Me Anything conversation. Swearengin reflects on the recent election, her career in office, answers questions from the community, her favorite Thanksgiving pies and side dishes, and more.

The Influence of Money in Politics in Fresno County and Surviving Thanksgiving Conversations

Fresnoland — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Today's episode of Fresnolandia includes the following topics:

Dani and Jordan discuss the role that money plays in local elections and how that illustrates who has power in Fresno County
Dani and Jordan share their experiences with Thanksgiving conversations and how to determine the best ways to have avoid the pain and frustration of heated disagreements

Interview with Luis Chavez and Local Election Results Deep Dive

Fresnoland — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Dani and Jordan sit down with City Councilmember and soon-to-be County Supervisor Luis Chavez to discuss a number of topics
Julianna, Dani, and Jordan discuss some of the major election results
Julianna shares with Dani and Jordan about two stories covered in Fresnoland this week
Julianna, Dani, and Jordan share what tehy are loving this week

How Labor Became a Political Force in Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:01:00 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolanida, Dani and Jordan are joined by Keith Brower Brown, a labor and climate researcher and organizer, and Dillon Savory, the Executive Director of Fresno-Madera-Tulare-Kings Central Labor Council. In this episode, they discuss:

The legacy of Measure G and its impact on labor's involvement in local elections
Keith's research on the impact of the high speed rail and solar farm projects in West Fresno on labor locally
Who labor is backing in this election cycle and why
Nationalization of politics and why local politics can have a different complexion
The importance of Project Labor Agreements
How to think about union labor in the midst of a housing crisis
Unionizing coffee shops and challenges in certain industries

Westboro Comes to Roosevelt, Statewide Props Affecting Fresno, and Costco Moving North

Fresnoland — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:01:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Fresnolandia, we cover these topics:

Dani answers a few questions from listeners
Dani and Jordan discuss the headlines this week including Costco moving North and changing solid waste rates
Gisselle Medina joins Dani and Jordan to discuss the religion, culture, and community development beat including the arrival of Westboro Baptist Church in Fresno and the loss of church-based polling locations
Gisselle, Dani, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

Inside the Upcoming Election with the County Clerk and Fresno State Political Scientist

Fresnoland — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:54:58 +0000

On today's episode of Fresnolanida, Dani and Jordan are joined by James Kus who is Fresno's County Clerk and Registrar of Voters and Lisa Bryant, the chair of the Political Science department and an election expert. In this episode, they discuss:

Voter turnout and registration trends in Fresno County
The counting process and why it can take longer than expected
Security issues around ballots, dropboxes, and more
Election disputes and the recount process
Finally, what they are all loving this week

Book Bans, Warehouses, and a New Police Chief Search

Fresnoland — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Fresnolandia, we cover these topics:

Dani shares announcements including the release of the Fresnoland Voter Guide and an upcoming forum
Dani and Jordan discuss the headlines this week including Fresno Police Chief search and adjustments to the county's anti-camping ordinances
Julianna Morano joins Dani and Jordan to discuss some statewide laws that will affect Fresno and potential conflicts of interest with city council members who own property in the Tower District
Julianna, Dani, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

Expanding Fresno's Tree Canopy, Fresnoland's Voter Guide, and Hotel Fresno

Fresnoland — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Dani answers a question from Instagram about Hotel Fresno
Dani and Jordan discuss the Fresnoland Voter Guide and some important local races
Mona Nyandoro Cummings of Tree Fresno join Dani and Jordan to discuss the city's urban forestry plan and some of the challenges with implemenation and maintenance
Dani, Mona, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

Homelessness is a Housing Problem with Clayton Aldern, Miguel Arias, and Jessica Berzac

Fresnoland — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000

On today's show, we have brought on Clayton Aldern, an expert on homelessness and housing policy and the co-author of Homelessness is a Housing Problem, along with councilmember Miguel Arias and affordable housing developer Jessica Berzac to discuss how structural factors contribute to homelessness.

You can buy Clayton Aldern's book here

Inside Homeless Encampments, Fresno County Budget Process, and Two New Lawsuits

Fresnoland — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:01:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Jordan shares about our next book club with Clayton Aldern about his book Homelessness is a Housing Problem
Dani and Jordan discuss some of the headlines from this past week including the Fresno County budget process, an update from the Sierra Unified situation the foothills, an important family facing legal issues, and a lawsuit regarding Clovis's election process
Housing reporter Pablo Orihuela joins Dani and Jordan to discuss a story that Pablo wrote with Omar Rashad about homeless encampments and the coming challenges with the city and county ordinances
Dani, Pablo, and Jordan share what they are loving this week

Our Parking Problem with Henry Grabar, Author of Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World

Fresnoland — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000

In this week's book club episode, we interview Henry Grabar, author of Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World, about how parking shapes our world. We discuss some of the key concepts in his book, discuss how these ideas can be applied here in Frenso, and take community questions from our listeners.

About Henry: Henry Grabar is a journalist, author, and researcher focused on cities, housing, transportation, and the environment. Since 2016, he has been a staff writer at Slate, contributing to the Metropolis column, and his work has appeared in major outlets like The Atlantic, The Guardian, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. He has produced podcasts for Decoder Ring and 99 Percent Invisible, and his research on French colonial architecture was published in Cultural Geographies. Grabar edited The Future of Transportation and authored Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World, which was named one of the best books of 2023 by The New Yorker and The New Republic. His work has been recognized by the Livingston Award, the Writers Guild of America, and the National Association of Real Estate Editors. Henry is a graduate of Yale with a degree in American Studies and French.

You can buy Henry's book here

School District Dispute in the Foothills and Art Hop Update

Fresnoland — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Fresnoland reporter Diego Vargas gives an update on Art Hop
Dani, Julianna, and Jordan discuss the move to expand Clovis Unified into the Foothills and the opposition from Sierra Unified
Reporters Diego Vargas and Pablo Orihuela share what they are loving this week

A Court Ruling That Will Affect Fresno's Development, The City Council's Busy Week, and Our Next Book Club

Fresnoland — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Jordan discusses the upcoming book club with Henry Grabar discussing his book Paved Paradise
Dani and Jordan discuss some of the headlines from this week
Dani and Jordan dig into the recent court ruling that will have a major impact on development projects in the city of Fresno
Rob Parsons and Julianna Morano share what they are loving this week

Measure C, Library Expansion, and "Why Not Wednesdays"

Fresnoland — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Hosts answer a few questions from Instagram
Dani, Jordan, and Greg some of the headlines from this week including "Why Not Wednesdays" and a new location for a Fresno County Library Branch
Dani, Jordan, and Greg discuss Measure C and the complexities of funding transportation infrastructure
Dani, Jordan, and Greg share what they are loving this week

Book Club Interview with Mas Masumoto About His New Book Secret Harvest: A Hidden Story of Separation and the Resilience of a Family Farm

Fresnoland — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Our first book club at Fresnolandia is Mas Masumoto's new book Secret Harvest: A Hidden Story of Separation and the Resilience of a Family Farm. We brought Mas on the show to discuss the book, covering the history of internment in the Fresno Area, the complicated dimensions of family secrets, mental health and institutionalization, and more. We end the episode with what we are loving this week!

Please enjoy our conversation with Mas Masumoto!

Purchase Secret Harvest here

Special "Clovislandia" Edition: A Hospital Lawsuit and Public Safety Crisis in Clovis

Fresnoland — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

A question from a listener about cool new restaurants
Dani dishes on the latest headlines
Dani and Jordan discuss the public safety crisis and the tax increase proposal and the lawsuit claiming that Clovis Community Hospital misused public dollars
Dani and Jordan share what they are loving this week

New Homeless Ordinances and the State of Affordable Housing in Fresno

Fresnoland — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

A question from Instagram about protected
Dani gives an update on ArtHop and discusses the new wage theft website in an effort to begin prosecutions
Fresnoland reporter Pablo Orihuela discusses the new homelessness ordinances and housing development projects with Jordan and Dani
What Olympic events have Pablo, Dani, and Jordan been loving

The Fight Over ArtHop and An Interview with Lilia Gonzáles-Chávez, President of Fresnos Arts Council

Fresnoland — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:38:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

More questions answered from Instagram
Dani discusses Newsom's statewide order about homelessness and local implementation
An interview Lilia Gonzáles-Chávez about the history of ArtHop and her perspective on the recent conflict
Fresnoland reporter Julianna Morano discusses vendor reactions and updates from the city
What Julianna, Dani, and Jordan are loving this week

The Bitwise Plea Deal, Measure P Arts Grants, and Fresno's Guaranteed Basic Income Program

Fresnoland — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

Answer questions from Instagram
Announcement about the book club on August 19th with Mas Masumoto
Dani covers the headlines from this past week
Dani and Jordan discuss The Bitwise Plea Deal, Measure P Arts Grants, and Fresno's Guaranteed Basic Income Program with Julianna Morano
Julianna, Dani, and Jordan discuss what they are loving this week

Further Fallout from the Paco Balderrama Affair and Surviving the Summer Heat

Fresnoland — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 17:14:07 +0000

The topics covered in this week's episode of Fresnolandia:

The winner of theme song contest
Discussion of Alex Tavlian's coverage the Paco Balderrama Affair and his finanical and political connections to Jordan Wamhoff (link to the article discussed in the show)
Tips and strategies for surviving the Fresno summer heat
What Omar, Danielle and Jordan are loving this week

Fresnolandia Trailer

Fresnoland — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:42:22 +0000

The first episode of Fresnoland will air on Friday July 15th. Stay tuned!