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
Sac Considers Renaming Cesar Chavez Plaza | Cesar Chavez Biographer | KVMR Community Radio | Sacramento Kavanagh’s Hurling Team
3/19/2026
Sacramento considers naming changes following abuse allegations. Plus, we'll check in with a Chavez biographer. Also, new general manager begins at Nevada County radio station. Finally, the national sport of Ireland finds its footing in the region.
Duration:00:50:30
Trump Launches Fraud Investigation | Cracking Down on Kratom | CapLit Season Opener
3/18/2026
New executive order puts J.D. Vance in charge of task force investigating benefit fraud in California and other states. Also, why the state is looking to end sales of herbal supplement. Plus, Sac literary org launches new season of shows
Duration:00:50:30
Sacramento County Superintendent | CapRadio, KVIE Settle Tower Dispute | California’s Grape Crops are Down
3/17/2026
Checking in with school superintendent as hree of Sacramento County's 13 school districts face financial issues and teachers strikes. Also, public media stations remain tight-lipped on settlement details. Finally, taking the pulse on CA wine industry
Duration:00:50:16
State Worker Negotiations | Full Belly Farm’s New Book | Sac History Museum Wants You To ‘Meet Mary Pleasant’
3/16/2026
Labor groups continue to push back again Gov. Newsom's return-to-office policy and we'll hear why. New book details the history of organic farm in Capay Valley. Finally, the 'Mother of Civil Rights in California' comes to life on stage this week.
Duration:00:50:16
Gas Prices in California | New Book ‘Follow the Water’ | March ‘Arts Talk’
3/12/2026
We'll hear from two experts about rising gas prices across the state. Also, we'll meet the author of a new nonfiction book about a teenage girl's survival in the Amazon. Finally, new shows and art exhibits worth checking out this month in the region.
Duration:00:50:29
Twin Rivers, Natomas Teachers’ Strikes | Gas Tax Study Controversy | LabRats Hip Hop Opera
3/11/2026
We'll hear what teachers and districts are saying as stikes hit Twin Rivers and Natomas. Plus, CalMatters reports on misconceptions surrounding gas tax study bill. Finally, LabRats debut hip hop opera next weekend.
Duration:00:40:29
Americans Living Abroad Amid Iran War | What is the HMPV Respiratory Virus? | Youth Storytellers Month
3/10/2026
We hear from a former CapRadio producer now living in Saudi Arabia who has been stuck in Dubai since the start of the Iran War. Plus, more information about illness making rounds. Finally, 916 Ink declares month-long celebration of youth literacy.
Duration:00:41:09
Governor’s Race is Set | Shipbuilding and Solano County’s Workforce | Music Circus’s 75th Anniversary
3/9/2026
Could a crowded field of Democrats lock themselves out of the Governor's race in a state with a top-two primary? Plus, what a Maritime Prosperity Zone designation could mean for Solano County. Finally, Music Circus opens season with iconic rock opera
Duration:00:40:43
New Sacramento Republic GM Tim Holt | Classical Pianist Anna Shelest | Sacramento’s Hip Hop Open Mic ‘The Grid’
3/5/2026
Meet Sacramento Republic FC’s new executive leader. Also, CapRadio’s Jen Reason features a Ukrainian-born pianist for Women’s History Month. Finally, we talk to the three artists behind Sacramento’s hip hop open mic, “The Grid”
Duration:00:39:40
Call to Thin Democrat Candidates for Governor | Public Art History | National Association of Women Business Owners
3/4/2026
CapRadio's Laura Fitzgerald reports on a recent call for low-polling Democratic candidates to drop out of the governor's race. Plus, we learn about the artist behind a statue in midtown Sac. Finally, an organization supporting women business owners.
Duration:00:50:29
Teacher Strikes Across CA | New Colgate Powerhouse Disaster | Capitol PUNishment Comedy Show
3/3/2026
As school districts across the state face potential teachers strikes, we learn more about the coordinated effort to boost salaries and benefits. Also, an update on pipe rupture impacting the Yuba River. And, long-running comedy show gets punny.
Duration:00:50:16
U.S. Attacks Iran | Healthcare Prices | Sac Dance Theatre 'LIFTED'
3/2/2026
Director of Sac State's Iranian and Middle Eastern Studies weighs in on escalating conflict. Also, one couple's struggle to afford raising healthcare premiums. Finally, raising awareness of human trafficking through art and movement.
Duration:00:49:02
Sierra Snowpack | Four Years of the War in Ukraine | Album ‘Songs for the Sheik’
2/26/2026
How have recent winter storms in the Sierra impacted the state snowpack. Sacramento’s Ukrainian community reflects on four years of war. Finally, a new album mixes new songs and legendary musical covers.
Duration:00:50:21
Downtown Sac’s 10-Year Plan | ICE in CA Hospitals | Children’s Book ‘This Hair Belongs’
2/25/2026
Partnership group advocates for increased safety in downtown as they push a plan to increase foot traffic in the area. Also, why it's hard to keep track of people in ICE detention undergoing medical treatment. Finally, meet author behind new kid book
Duration:00:50:30
How SCOTUS Tariff Ruling Impacts CA | NPR’s Student Podcast Challenge | ‘In a Nutshell’ Storytelling Series
2/24/2026
The Supreme Court recently ruled against tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration. We'll hear what that means for state businesses. Admissions open for NPR's student podcast challenge. Plus, stories about the family ties that make and bind us.
Duration:00:50:12
CA Democratic Convention | Managing Wolf Pack Resurgence | Words Take Wing Author
2/23/2026
We hear about what happened at the recent California Democratic Convention from POLITICO. Plus, another conversation on managing the state's gray wolf population. Finally, Insight's featured author is this year's Newberry Award winner.
Duration:00:50:09
Winter Storm Update | Backcountry Skier's Insight into Deadly Avalanche | Diversity and Representation at the Winter Olympics | February Arts Talk
2/19/2026
We get an update on current snow levels in the Sierra and insights from a backcountry skier on this week's deadly avalanche. Also, what challenges do underrepresented athletes face in Winter sports? Finally, this month's Arts Talk.
Duration:00:50:30
Winter Storm Travel | Deadly Avalanche Update | CapRadio, KVIE’s Legal Battle Over Broadcast Tower | Wild and Scenic Film Festival
2/18/2026
A winter storm has shut down Sierra travel and caused a deadly avalanche. Also, an ongoing legal battle between CapRadio and KVIE over ownership of a broadcasting tower. Finally, the Wild and Scenic Film Festival returns to Nevada County.
Duration:00:50:20
Secretary Kristi Noem Visits CA-MX Border | Investigation into Pregnant Unaccompanied Minors | Wine Country Curling Club
2/17/2026
DHS Secretary Noem makes a high-profile visit to San Diego. Plus, an investigation examines why the Trump Administration is transferring unaccompanied pregnant minors to Texas. Finally, a local curling club offers classes for beginners.
Duration:00:50:16
SCUSD Budget Update | Wolf Attacks in the North State | Children’s Book About Japanese-American WWII Incarceration
2/12/2026
Sac City Unified’s superintendent steps down amidst budget crisis. Also, the impact of wolf attacks in the North State. Finally, a Roseville author’s children’s book about her Japanese-American grandfather’s incarceration during WWII.
Duration:00:50:25