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
Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty’s First ‘State of the City’
10/20/2025
A special two-hour edition of Insight dedicated to Mayor Kevin McCarty’s first State of the City address moderated by Insight Host Vicki Gonzalez, followed by reaction and analysis from CapRadio reporters and community leaders.
Duration:01:50:26
Rising Costs of Health Insurance Premiums | Best Of: Finding Dolores Wulff Podcast | Rio Americano Band Playathon
10/16/2025
How the expiration of COVID-era tax credits could lead to skyrocketing costs for Central Valley residents. New podcast explores a Woodland cold case. Finally, an award-winning high school band hosts a big fundraiser.
Duration:00:50:27
Congressman Mike Thompson | Newsom Signs Major Housing Bill | ‘Become the River Literary Festival’
10/15/2025
Local congressman weighs in on how the federal shutdown is affecting the region. Also, a controversial housing bill aimed at increasing construction near major transit stops is signed. Finally, authors showcase their works at a new literary event.
Duration:00:50:12
Charlie Kirk Memorial at Capitol | Teachers Face Fallout From Social Media Comments | California Wine Industry Concerns | California Writers’ Club Turns 100
10/14/2025
Mourners gather to remember conservative commentator. Teachers face discipline for Kirk comments. Rick Kushman discusses issues facing wine growers and makers. Political cartoonist Jack Ohman helps celebrate club’s 100th anniversary.
Duration:00:50:16
Katie Porter Faces Political Backlash for Interview Behavior | I AM ABLE Disability Job Fair | Dennis Mangers' 85th Birthday Benefit
10/13/2025
Reporters relay reactions and potential fallout to a recent Katie Porter interview. Also, job seekers with disabilities have opportunity this week to interview with potential employers. Finally, an arts advocate is celebrated with a concert tonight.
Duration:00:49:40
Redistricting in the San Joaquin Valley | Trump Administration Fires Immigration Judges | Arts Talk
10/9/2025
How Prop 50 could reshape districts in the San Joaquin Valley. Reactions and impacts of the Trump Administration firing three immigration judges in Sacramento. Finally, our monthly Arts Talk explores creative opportunities across the region.
Duration:00:50:30
Sacramento Mayor’s ‘Six-Point Plan’ on Homelessness | Veteran Art Institute | Girls Night Out Placerville
10/8/2025
Kevin McCarty speaks with Riley Palmer about new developments in his plan. Also, we’ll learn about an online gallery, free for service members and veterans, to exhibit their artwork. Finally, a Gold Rush town turns pink for cancer awareness.
Duration:00:49:53
Rancho Cordova Grows Up | Jewish and Palestinian Community Members Reflect on Oct. 7th
10/7/2025
New mayor discusses economic development in one of the fastest-growing cities in California. Also, we hear from a variety of voices across the region as they reflect on loss and the search for understanding.
Duration:00:50:16
Tuolumne County Starts Wildfire Recovery | Sac Republic Loses Jägermeister Cup | Sacramento Women’s Chorus
10/6/2025
Cleanup begins in Chinese Camp following devastating lightning fires. Also, recapping Saturday night’s loss and what lies ahead for Sacramento Republic FC. Finally, voices unite to support community advocacy.
Duration:00:49:21
Sacramento’s New City Manager | Recapping the Athletics’ First Season | Inaugural American Kabaddi Cup
10/2/2025
Santa Rosa’s current city manager has been tapped to replace Howard Chan. Also, did the MLB bring more than hype to Sac this season? Finally, an ancient sport from India is growing in popularity in Stockton.
Duration:00:50:31
Government Shutdown Impacts on CA | Local Breast Cancer Resources | Walk for Apraxia
10/1/2025
CalMatters breaks down government shutdown and its potential impacts on healthcare in California. Also, Sac region is rich in resources for cancer support. Finally, a weekend walk raises awareness for a rare neurological disorder.
Duration:00:50:29
POLITICO ‘California Playbook’ | Best Of: Placerville Community Observatory | Nevada County ‘Food Fight’
9/29/2025
POLITICO's ‘California Playbook’ joins us with the latest in politics. Also, Placerville’s Community Observatory offers free viewings of the night sky. Finally, the inaugural Food Fight competition sheds light on local ingredients in Nevada County.
Duration:00:50:14
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