Insight With Vicki Gonzalez
Capital Public Radio
Award-winning journalist Vicki Gonzalez hosts daily interviews with community leaders, advocates, experts, artists and more to provide background and understanding on breaking news, big events, politics and culture in the Sacramento region and beyond.
Location:
Sacramento, CA
Genres:
Talk Show Replays
Networks:
Capital Public Radio
Description:
Award-winning journalist Vicki Gonzalez hosts daily interviews with community leaders, advocates, experts, artists and more to provide background and understanding on breaking news, big events, politics and culture in the Sacramento region and beyond.
Twitter:
@CapRadioNews
Language:
English
Contact:
7055 Folsom Boulevard Sacramento, CA 95826-2625 9162788944
Email:
webmaster@capradio.org
Episodes
KION/Telemundo 23 Station Shutters Local News | Modesto Focus Launches | Jollity Farm Goat Dairy
9/25/2025
Longtime source of local news on Central Coast shut down abruptly. We'll hear from reporters about what is lost. Also, the Central Valley gets more news coverage with new collaboration. El Dorado county cheese makers bring their farm to your fork.
Sacramento’s New Homelessness Plan | Effie Yeaw Nature Center | Play About ‘Frankenstein’s’ Mary Shelley
9/24/2025
A controversial Sac city plan to charge unhoused seniors to live in future tiny homes. Also, Effie Yeaw Nature Center prepares for 50-year celebration. Finally, a play about Mary Shelley, the author behind the literary classic “Frankenstein.”
Duration:00:49:36
ABC10 Shooting Investigation | CA Law Enforcement Mask Ban | ‘Terra Madre Americas’ Takes Over Sac
9/23/2025
The man accused of shooting at ABC10 faces local and federal charges. A new California law would ban most law enforcement from wearing masks. Finally, Terra Madre Americas brings the Slow Food movement to Sacramento.
Duration:00:49:35
How Prop 50 Would Split the 1st Congressional District | Cold Case Podcast on Woodland Murder of Dolores Wulff | Lost Gold Rush Towns of Sacramento
9/22/2025
CalMatters Jeanne Kuang discusses changes that could come to California’s 1st Congressional District if Prop 50 passes. Also, podcast explores cold case murder in Woodland. Finally, former gold rush towns get their due in new book from Sac Library.
Duration:00:49:18
Mai Vang Challenges Doris Matsui | CrockerCon | California Revealed
9/18/2025
CapRadio reporter Tony Rodriguez offers updates on Congressional race. Also, pop culture fans unite for a day-long celebration of all things comic and cartoon. Finally, preserving the stories and artifacts related to California’s history.
Duration:00:45:34
Sacramento County DA Investigates Former CapRadio GM | New Exhibition ‘Conspire to Inspire’ | Remembering ‘Ground Chuck’
9/17/2025
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office submits its investigation into CapRadio's former GM. Previewing the one-night art exhibition "Conspire to Inspire." Finally, remembering Sacramento's "man about town," Ground Chuck.
Duration:00:44:59
Maternity Care Deserts in the Central Valley | Camp Fire Learning Loss | Artist Jeff Myers
9/16/2025
How service cuts at rural hospitals threaten to create maternal care deserts in the Central Valley. The lasting toll of the 2018 Camp Fire on learning in Paradise. Finally, Sacramento painter Jeff Myers has a new exhibit in Davis.
Duration:00:44:35
CA Lawmakers Wrap 2025 Legislative Session | ‘In a Nutshell’ Storytelling at The Sofia
9/15/2025
California lawmakers wrap up the 2025 legislative session, sending hundreds of bills to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk. Also, the monthly storytelling showcase "In a Nutshell" returns to the Sofia with this month's theme, "Unreal Reality."
Duration:00:44:28
COVID Vaccine Eligibility Confusion | Latino Book & Family Festival | September Arts Events
9/11/2025
Breaking down access and eligibility to receive COVID vaccines in Sacramento. The Sacramento Latino Book & Family Festival heads to Valley High School this weekend. Finally, Sacramento's artists fellowship and Arts Talk.
Duration:00:44:25
CA Governor Updates | Camp Resolution Documentary ‘The Right to Exist’ | Laughter Shock Improv in Nevada City
9/10/2025
Analyzing Gov. Newsom's latest State of the State, and a recent gubernatorial forum. A new documentary telling the story of Camp Resolution screens at Sac State. Finally, meet the multigenerational troupe Laughter Shock Improv.
Duration:00:51:57
CARE Court’s Difficult Rollout | Sac BlkLit Book Fest | California Biodiversity Week
9/9/2025
Not enough referrals for programs meant to help unhoused people suffering from severe mental illness. Also, a one-day celebration of black literature. Finally, an update on California’s plan to conserve 30% of its land and coastal waters by 2030.
Duration:00:52:17
California GOP Convention | Wildfire Effects on Calaveras County | Historic Folsom Powerhouse Marks 130 Years
9/8/2025
Recapping the California Republican Party's annual convention and pushing back on Prop 50. How the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire is impacting Calaveras County. Finally, the historic Folsom Powerhouse celebrates its 130th anniversary.
Duration:00:51:55
Bill to Limit Child Sex Abuse Survivors Ability to Sue | Longtime Politician John Burton’s Legacy | UC Davis Professor’s Book ‘Food Fight’
9/4/2025
State lawmakers consider limits for some childhood abuse cases. Also, an outspoken state politician releases his memoir. Finally, a new book challenges policies that could stand in the way of global food security.
Duration:00:50:06
Glenn County Loses Lone ER Hospital | Sac State Hornet’s Editor-in-Chief | Inaugural ‘Sacramento Science on Tap’
9/3/2025
A Willows medical center will close its ER Oct. 21 after losing a federal designation. Also, meet the new editor of the Sac State's student-run newspaper. Finally, more opportunities to learn about science are coming to Sacramento.
Duration:00:49:51
Modesto Mayor Sue Zwahlen | Placer County’s Wine Scene | Sacramento Artist Designs World Cup Poster
9/2/2025
What major changes in Modesto’s sports landscape could mean for the city’s economic and cultural future. Exploring wineries and vineyards across Placer County. Finally, a Sacramento artist creates a winning 2026 World Cup poster.
Duration:00:49:39
Architect Behind CA’s Redistricting Maps | AI Issues in College Classrooms | Coco Lamarr Brings The Winehouse Revival to Life
8/28/2025
Data consultant Paul Mitchell on making new redistricting maps. Issues with addressing AI usage in colleges and universities. Finally, an award-winning vocalist channels Amy Winehouse for a celebratory concert in Sac this Friday.
Duration:00:50:05
Apple Hill Opening Season | New Bill to Control CA’s Invasive Swans | ‘In a Nutshell’ Storytelling at The Sofia
8/27/2025
It’s prime picking time in El Dorado County. Plus, a new bill would allow hunting of invasive swans in the state. Finally, stories about bullies make the stage this Friday.
Duration:00:50:04
Support for CA Redistricting | ‘The School of Freedom’ Teaches Afghan Girls | Helping Children After Wildfires
8/26/2025
Support for California’s retaliatory mid-cycle redistricting. Also, how a Sacramento-area nonprofit is educating girls in Afghanistan. Finally, North State educators put together a playbook to help children recover from wildfires.
Duration:00:49:51
Opposition to CA’s Redistricting Special Election | Eradicating Invasive Golden Mussels | Sacramento International Film Festival
8/25/2025
A former chair of CA Independent Redistricting Commission weights in on special election. A Davis-based company is creating a product to target the invasive golden mussel. Finally, festival has been showcasing Sac cinema arts for 30 years.
Duration:00:49:53
ICE Raid Impacts on AAPI Community | ‘As You Like It’ | Amador County Arts Council
8/21/2025
Local leaders raise awareness about affect of ICE raids on Asian-Americans. Also, a new adaptation gives Shakespeare’s classic play a feminine update. Finally, a free summer concert series keeps music accessible in Amador County.
Duration:00:50:05