Category: california insider

Former LAPD Officer Explains Los Angeles’ New Crime Wave | Al Moreno

Crime in Los Angeles is on the rise with an increase in violence and homicides. My guest is Al Moreno. He is a former officer with the Los Angeles Police Department and author of LA’s Last Street Cop. He discusses LA District Attorney’s approach to crime and the city’s response to misconducts. California Insider is…


Hotel CEO Tells the Broken Promises From the State of California | Paul Sanford

As a result of the year-long, state-mandated shutdowns and lack of clear guidelines for business meetings, conferences, and events, the hospitality industry is losing confidence in California. My guest is Paul Sanford. He is the CEO of Wincome Hospitality. He discusses the future of the hospitality industry in California. California Insider is an Epoch Times…


How California’s Distribution of $8 Billion in Federal Funds is Devastating Small Cities | Beth Haney

California received $26 billion, including $8.4 billion that will be divided among local cities through the American Rescue Plan. My guest is Beth Haney. She is the co-chair of the California Mayors Coalition. She discusses how the state government is allocating this funding to the cities, and why small cities are looking for more autonomy….


Uncovering Human Trafficking in California | Greg Jones

California is one of the largest states for human trafficking. My guest is Greg Jones. He is a deputy sheriff with San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. He discusses how human trafficking is happening within our communities and what we can do to help the victims. California Insider is an Epoch Times show available on YouTube,…


The Influence of Cancel Culture on Hollywood, Explained | John Duffy

Cancel culture in Hollywood is blacklisting artists and celebrities for their past and current actions. My guest is John Duffy. He is a film producer with over 25 feature films. He discusses the growth of cancel culture and how it’s influencing Hollywood. California Insider is an Epoch Times show available on YouTube, Rumble, Youmaker, and…


Inside The Mental And Physical Training Of A US Navy SEAL: Chad Williams

San Diego is home to the extensive 24-week training of Navy SEALs. My guest is Chad Williams, a Navy Seal Veteran and author of Seal of God. He discusses what it takes to be a Navy SEAL and how it transformed his outlook on life. California Insider is an Epoch Times show available on YouTube,…


California Wine: The History, Culture, and Art of Wine Making | Jim & David Gianulias

California is widely known for its wine country destination with over four thousand wineries. My guests are Jim and David Gianulias. They are the founders of Levendi Winery in Napa Valley. They discuss the history and culture of wine in California. California Insider is an Epoch Times show available on YouTube, Rumble, Youmaker, and The…


Can Gavin Newsom Redeem Himself From Looming Recall? | Don Wagner

Over 2 million California residents from across the political spectrum signed the recall petition against Governor Gavin Newsom. Don Wagner, a member of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, discusses the policies that led to the recall and the possibility of the governor redeeming himself to those that signed the petition. California Insider is an…


The Truth Behind California’s Clean Energy | Jim Phelps

California legislators are proposing to use 100 percent carbon-free energy by 2045. My guest is Jim Phelps. He is an energy consultant, power contractor, and designer with over 35 years of experience. He discusses the challenges within renewable energy and what it will take to achieve 100 percent clean energy. California Insider is an Epoch…


How Cancel Culture is Changing California | Melissa Melendez

As cancel culture rises in California and across the nation, employees and students are facing backlash for their personal beliefs. My guest is Melissa Melendez. She is a state senator representing California’s 28th District. She discusses the need to protect individuals from social and professional discrimination and how cancel culture is permeating into the legislative…