SoCal Voices

SoCal Voices is an award-winning podcast that shares authentic stories and local wisdom to help Southern Californians navigate the region’s challenges and thrive in the place we call home.

Beyond the stunning coastline, golden sunsets, and endless calendar of world-class events and experiences… lies a different story.

Sky-high living costs. Soul-crushing commutes. The quiet ache for connection and purpose in the middle of all this sprawl.

SoCal Voices Podcast is your companion through it all. We hold space for both the beauty and the burnout — offering real talk, local insight, and honest inspiration to help you navigate life in this one-of-a-kind place.

Because Southern California isn’t just a dream. It’s a real place — and you deserve to feel grounded in it.

SoCal Voices. Real talk in the land of dreams.

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What's Next for Public Media?

October 02, 2025 • Angela Ross

The end of federal funding for public broadcasting has many Southern Californians wondering what's next for public media. In this episode of SoCal Voices host Angela Ross sits down with Connie Leyva, executive director of the Inland Empire's public radio and TV station, KVCR. Leyva shares insight about the uncertain public media landscape, her determination to stay focused on KVCR’s core mission, and how listeners can help ensure public broadcasting thrives in Inland Southern California.

Resources

KVCR.org

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