Oct. 14, 2024
36. Where we go from here with guest Darcy Totten
There's 21 days left until election day - November 5th, 2024. It's a perfect time for me to share my compelling conversation with guest Darcy Totten, recorded some time back. We discuss the heavy weight of this political mom…
July 1, 2024
35. How to write for maximum impact at the Capitol with guest Arianna Z. Smith
In this episode of the Blueprint for California Advocates podcast, I'm honored to be joined by Arianna Z. Smith, founder of Arianna Public Affairs. As thousands of competing interests vie for attention at the California Capi…
April 11, 2024
34. How to work with Celebrity Advocates with guest Earl Dos Santos
I have the pleasure this week of talking with Impact Strategist Earl Dos Santos. Earl supports creators like Julia Louis-Dreyfus and other mission-driven celebrities to leverage their creativity and platform to drive real ch…
March 26, 2024
33. From the Army to the California Senate: An Unfiltered Take on Policymaking with guest Senator Josh Newman
33. From the Army to the California Senate: An Unfiltered Take on Policymaking with guest Senator Josh Newman In today’s episode I have the honor of speaking with California Senator Josh Newman (D-29), representing portions …
March 12, 2024
32. We are the Changemakers we have been waiting for with guest State Controller Malia Cohen
I'm thrilled to share my conversation with California State Controller Malia Cohen recorded Live at Manny's in San Francisco on February 22, 2024 With excellent moderation by Precious Green, we explore the art and science be…
Feb. 5, 2024
31. What Advocates Need to Know About the Creator Economy with guest Ashwath Narayanan
You may have heard about the “creator economy” and think it has nothing to do with politics or advocacy. It’s time to think again. How we communicate with each other is constantly evolving in the digital age. Advocates who a…
Jan. 16, 2024
30. Inside the committee process with Senator Lena Gonzalez
In today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with California Senator Lena Gonzalez (D-33), hailing from the great city of Long Beach. As Chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, Senator Gonzalez shared her unique…