California, as the wealthiest and most populated state in the nation, carries many leading roles in policy making, economic growth, cultural influences and technology development. California Insider, hosted by Siyamak Khorrami with The Epoch Times Southern California, showcases leaders and professionals across the state with inside information about trending topics and critical issues. Our mission is to inform California residents through the experiences and knowledge of our guests.
California universities are striving to have more and more diversity.
Most California university jobs are asking for diversity statements, and candidates could lose out on getting the job if their div…
California teachers are leaving their union. It is estimated that over 15 percent have left their union in recent years, and this year alone, 4,000 more will leave.
The California teachers union has b…
In California, we strive to have green energy. In some cases, we may even pay more to get electricity that is branded as green. But are we really getting green energy?
Who is responsible for this gree…
California has been under a state of emergency for over 800 days, with no end in sight.
While the state of emergency may have been necessary during the pandemic, it has led to thousands of no-bid cont…
San Francisco Police Department is at the verge of losing significant number of police officers. Is policing becoming impossible in San Francisco? How will this impact the city?
Today he will discuss…
With the reforms in the criminal justice system, there was a movement to bring a ballot initiative to remove the three-strikes law this year. However, the initiative did not collect enough signatures…
According to a recent report by the American Legislative Exchange Council, California’s unfunded pension liabilities are estimated to be at $1.5 trillion—about $38,000 of debt for each Californian.
Wh…
California had a net loss of 200,000 people last year. It’s not just the people, but the businesses and jobs are leaving as well. Most people, including the California government, believe it is the h…
Californians are very familiar with water preservation. But why exactly do we need to be so cautious with our water usage? Experts tell us enough water hits our state in a given year to comfortably s…
The turnout for this year’s California primary election was roughly 33 percent, as of June 27—the lowest it’s been in eight years.
Are people too busy? Do they think their vote doesn’t matter? Or are …
A California law was passed making it mandatory for company boards to have a certain percentage of women and people of color. But it is now being called unconstitutional.
My guest today is Anastasia …
The homeless population continues to rise despite all the money and effort we are putting into the issue. You may wonder, what could be the cause?
My guest is Robert Pequeno, mayor of Lake Forest. He …
Are the progressive policies backfiring in San Francisco and causing the progressives to question these policies?
My guest is Cregg Johnson with Positive Directions Equals Change. He discusses why he …
California is pushing for more aggressive water conservation, and soon it may become mandatory for people to cut their water usage. But is this the best way to solve California’s water shortage?
My gu…
California parents want to get more involved with the school board to have more input on what is being taught in the school curriculum.
My guest is Shawn Steel, former California GOP chair. He explain…
There’s a trend in California of companies moving to other states due to high taxes and poor business policies. But is California doing anything to stop this great migration?
My guest is Hank Adler, B…
California State Controller Betty Yee is under review for her behind-the-scenes involvement with a $600 million failed mask deal with a Chinese company.
My guest is Adam Andrzejewski, CEO of OpenTheBo…
Crime is continuing to rise in Los Angeles, which leaves us to wonder what the cause could be.
My guest is Dennis Zine, former police officer and former city council member of Los Angeles. He discusse…
A proposed vacancy tax in San Francisco, which could go into effect in the year 2024, would charge real estate owners a tax if their property is vacant for more than six months.
My guest is Tony Hall,…
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon is facing a potential recall.
My guest is Andrew Lara, city council member of Pico Rivera. He explains how Gascon’s policies, which were promoted as …