As the holiday season begins, former Downey Mayor Mario Guerra reflects on Advent, anticipation with hope, and the importance of kindness, faith, and community. From family holiday traditions to a powerful story about Mother Teresa, this episode is a reminder to slow down, reflect, and be there for one person at a time. Talking Downey highlights the heart of our city—its people. Sponsored by Financial Partners Credit Union – thank you for supporting Talking Downey and our community conversations.

Downey has been busy! In this episode, Former Mayor Mario recaps a full month of community events, city updates, exciting new developments, and a few missed opportunities worth talking about. From honoring local veterans to breaking ground on a major expansion at the Columbia Memorial Space Center, this episode packs in everything happening across Downey.

Mario interviews Stonewood mall GM Vito Bello about the evolution of retail, how malls integrate online and in-store shopping, and why Stonewood remains a vital part of Downey. They also touch on community ties, local shopping habits, and the mall’s upcoming upgrades. Sponsored by Financial Partners Credit Union – thank you for supporting Talking Downey and our community conversations.

This episode dives into Downey’s biggest updates as Mayor Sosa highlights new businesses, important city investments, local programs, and the major projects underway. A great overview of everything moving our city forward.

When Ryan Guerra was just 12 years old, his life — and his family’s — changed forever. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, Ryan’s journey became one of courage, discipline, and hope.

In this powerful Talking Downey episode, Mario Guerra sits down with his youngest son, Ryan, now 26 and finishing his doctorate in physical therapy. Together, they share the emotional ups and downs of living with diabetes, the lessons learned, and the technology that helps Ryan thrive today.

November is Type 1 Diabetes Awareness Month. Learn the symptoms, the science, and the strength behind the diagnosis.

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Discover what’s being built at the old Downey Family YMCA site! The brand-new Kohler Family YMCA is transforming into a state-of-the-art center for community wellness — complete with modern design, expanded parking, new pools, and family-friendly programs. Hear from Dan Powell and Mauricio Nunes as they share the vision, progress, and ways you can help finish this $23.5M project.

Former Downey Mayor Mario A. Guerra and Cerritos College Trustee Zurich Lewis unpack LA County’s ICE “state of emergency,” eviction moratorium talk, Katie Porter controversy, the brewing LA mayoral field, Gov. Newsom’s latest bill signings, a youth-sports blue-ribbon commission, and why Prop 50 could reshape redistricting in California. Clear takes, real context, and what it all means for voters.

Former Downey Mayor Mario Guerra sits down with Roxanne Hodge, Chairwoman of the Los Angeles Republican Party, for an eye-opening discussion on Prop 50, LA County’s emergency declaration, property rights, and California’s political future. From redistricting controversies to small landlords losing protection, this episode dives deep into how local policies affect everyday Californians. Watch, learn, and stay informed before you vote! #Prop50 #CaliforniaPolitics #TalkingCalifornia #MarioGuerra #RoxanneHodge