In a new appearance on Newsmakers TV, the outgoing mayor takes on recent conflicts over rent control and downtown, and blames Trump and local partisan politics for the decline of City Hall civility.

Poet Sean shares his journey into poetry, starting from his struggles with reading and writing. He discovers his passion for poetry through education and mentors. Sean highlights the importance of community engagement, detailing his participation in local events and the Ventura County Poetry Festival. He emphasizes collaboration with other poets and offers advice for aspiring poets to explore different roles and embrace challenges for growth.

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Assembly member and Santa Barbara Explainer-in-Chief breaks down the confounding complexities of dueling initiatives over a billionaire's tax and discusses his bills on cancer and county jail.

Kimberly Ford shares her musical journey, highlighting the influence of choir teachers and family support. She reflects on her early experiences with folk guitar and various genres. Kimberly discusses her work teaching children and her tribute project to Joni Mitchell. She offers advice for aspiring musicians, stressing the importance of passion and mentorship, before concluding with David Starkey's gratitude and anticipation for future interactions.

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Politics and policy collide, just over six weeks before the election, as Nick Welsh, Josh Molina and Ryan P. Cruz join the genial host to dissect the latest City Hall brawl over rent control and how it intersects with the campaigns for Santa Barbara mayor and city council. Plus: district-by-district rundowns on all the city races.

Exploring Community Journalism with Marianne Partridge

Marianne Partridge, editor of the Santa Barbara Independent, shares her journey from the horse racing industry to journalism. She discusses the history of the Independent, including the merger of two publications, and emphasizes community engagement through initiatives like Burger Week and Burrito League. The shift to online publication during the pandemic highlights the Independent's digital transformation. Marianne invites the audience to read the paper and contribute their stories.

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The four candidates (Jason Dominguez, Genevieve Taft-Vazquez, Devon Wardlow, Monte Wilson) vying to replace Kristen Sneddon in District 4 answer questions about their positions on key city issues from hosts Jerry Roberts and Josh Molina.

The Journey of a Storyteller: Gerald DiPego's Writing Career

Gerald DiPego shares his journey from childhood storytelling to a successful writing career. His first movie experience ignited his passion for storytelling, leading him to scriptwriting in Los Angeles. He reflects on collaborations with actors like Paul Newman and Anthony Hopkins, offering advice for aspiring writers about persistence and depth. Gerald also discusses his family's writing influence and the vibrant theater scene in San Ynez.

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