Political Breakdown

On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case that could determine the future of TikTok. The expedited arguments come just nine days before the video sharing app is set to be banned under a bipartisan law passed by Congress last year calling for TikTok to either be sold to a non-Chinese company or be blocked in the U.S. Marisa and Scott are joined by Wall Street Journal reporter Stu Woo to talk about the legal case and the politics at play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Ward, a skilled reporter from Politico, joins the discussion to delve into the challenges media faces with a potential second Trump term. He highlights Trump's threats against journalists and media outlets, raising serious concerns about press freedom. The conversation covers how social media has fragmented news consumption and fostered right-wing outlets. Ward also discusses the chilling effects of litigation on journalistic integrity and the complex dynamics of media ownership in today's politically charged environment.

For nearly 30 years in Congress, Oakland Democrat Barbara lee was a leading voice for military restraint, civil rights and HIV/AIDS funding. After losing a bid for the U.S. Senate, Lee has left Congress, but she's being urged by some to run for mayor of Oakland.Lee joins Scott and Marisa in studio to talk about her trailblazing past and possible future in politics.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

South Bay Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren was in the nation’s capitol four years ago as a violent mob stormed the building to stop certification of the 2020 election results. And she was back there again today, as a peaceful transition of power played out. Marisa and Scott are joined by Lofgren, who was a member of the congressional committee that investigated the January 6th attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re revisiting an interview with California's newest U.S. senator.Senator Adam Schiff built his reputation in Washington as President-elect Donald Trump’s chief nemesis, playing a leading role in prosecuting the first impeachment of Trump. Schiff joined Scott and Marisa back in February to talk about his support for Israel, his evolution from a tough-on-crime Democrat to now embracing reform and what he wants to do if elected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re revisiting an interview with San Francisco's next mayor.Daniel Lurie will be the city’s first leader in over a century with no previous elected government experience. Lurie made a lot of promises on his way to an impressive victory over the incumbent, Mayor London Breed. From homelessness to public safety, housing and the economy, Lurie will have his hands full when he takes office in January. Scott and Marisa are joined in studio by Lurie to discuss his agenda, his mandate and how he’ll keep those promises even as the city faces a budget deficit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For our last episodes of 2024, we’re looking back at some of our favorite shows of the year. From President Biden dropping out as the Democratic nominee, to Vice President Kamala Harris running a hundred-day presidential campaign, to the two assassination attempts on Donald Trump, this was a historic and monumental election year. As we wrap up this whirlwind year, knowing now that we’re heading into a second Trump administration, we're revisiting one of this year’s most pivotal moments when history was being made at the Democratic National Convention.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the final days of the year, we’re rebroadcasting some of our favorite shows from 2024.Jessica Bartholow has worked behind the scenes at the state Capitol for years. She’s known for her fierce anti-poverty advocacy and budget expertise, as a lobbyist and more recently as chief of staff to East Bay State Senator Nancy Skinner. Bartholow now works for SEIU, the state’s largest and most powerful union. She joins Scott and Guy to talk about the revolving roles she’s played inside and outside of state government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the final days of the year, we’re rebroadcasting some of our favorite shows from 2024.President-elect Donald Trump rarely strays from his red tie, white shirt and blue suit, while Vice President Kamala Harris’ uniform consists of tailored suits in a variety of colors. But what does it all mean? What are they saying to voters? And why do fashion choices in politics even matter? Marisa talks about the politics of fashion with Vanessa Friedman, the fashion director and chief fashion critic at The New York Times.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the final days of the year, we’re rebroadcasting some of our favorite shows from 2024.Governor Gavin Newsom calls Jason Elliott his “Swiss Army knife.” Elliott is Newsom’s longest serving aide, and he’s had his fingers in just about every major issue, from homelessness and housing to COVID, mental health care and regulating AI. As Elliott prepared to leave the administration, he joined Scott and Marisa to reflect on those many years of service in government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices