A Slice of Orange

A Slice of Orange

by Jodi Balma
PoliticsSocial SciencesSociety & Culture
Season 3

Michele Bell, Orange County Superior Court Judge Candidate

In this episode, Jodi revisits her May interview with Michele Bell. Michele Bell is a commissioner for the Orange County Superior Court, presiding on the Central Panel. Prior to her appointment, she worked for almost fourteen years as a deputy public defender with the Orange County Public Defender's Office. During her tenure there, Bell held an assignment on the Felony Panel Trial Team. She was a former board member of the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association.
S3 · E14
Oct 20, 2022
38:34

Ronald Baesler, What's at Stake in this Election?

Jodi talks with Ronald Baesler about what's at stake in this election, why it's important to be informed and vote for candidates who will protect democracy and uphold our elections. “The 2022 elections will determine the fate of our democracy. We are lucky that Southern California, including Orange County, has several competitive districts which could tip the balance in Congress and change the fate of our nation. YOUR VOTE MATTERS!” Ronald Baesler Physicist, retired pastor, and social and economic justice advocate Ron Baesler has led Habitat for Humanity trips to El Salvador, Guatemala, Brazil, Paraguay, Malawi, Vietnam, and Romania. Wherever he goes, he listens to, tells, and writes stories, including five books. Seeing the people's struggle has helped him more deeply appreciate the rights and opportunities we have in this country. He realizes how fragile our democratic institutions really are and believes our democracy is in danger if we're not careful. https://accountability.gop/report-card/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/elections/interactive/2022/election-deniers-running-for-office-elections-2022/?state=California https://www.commoncause.org/find-your-representative/ https://ballotpedia.org/California_elections,_2022 https://cavotes.org https://www.latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2022-10-04/michelle-steel-jay-chen-campaign-lies
S3 · E13
Oct 18, 2022
28:55

Slice of Orange - Greg Diamond, OrangeJuice Blog

Jodi and Greg Diamond, Orange Juice Blog cover the November election, candidates, and what people need to know about local politics. Show Notes: Orange Juice Blog FULL Fall 2022 Roster of Races & Measures! | Orange Juice Blog Democratic Party Embargo of Dodson for Board of Equalization Support is BROKEN!!! | Orange Juice Blog Status of Local Races, Aug. 21 UPDATE! | Orange Juice Blog
S3 · E12
Oct 14, 2022
1:04:45

California Ballot Measures, Proposition 1 and Propositions 26-31 – November 2022 Election

Jodi does a deep dive on the California Ballot Measures - covering the Pros and Cons of each, and then giving her own opinion at the end of the episode. If you haven't listened to the Quick Review of the Ballot Measures, we encourage you to start with that episode from September 13, 2022. https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.listennotes.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fa-slice-of-orange%2Fballot-measures-YDWarnsXt5x%2F&data=05%7C01%7C01915843%40fullcoll.edu%7C7c6fd704669048faff3508daa3c4a7ec%7Cf8b4752f8a294d0e97b5f7428505ab38%7C1%7C0%7C638002362286281290%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2Ehr%2BWBcmcZq20nlIaANvOhIDo63QTT9OCby6JCE6SE%3D&reserved=0 https://ballotpedia.org/California2022ballot_propositions https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Propositions
S3 · E11
Oct 11, 2022
51:50

Michelle Bernier, November 2022 Election, La Habra City Council Candidate

Jodi talks with Michelle Bernier, Candidate for La Habra City Council. Show Notes: Home (michellebernier4lh.com) Sep 28, 2022 League of Women Voters Candidate Forum - La Habra, CA (swagit.com) Planning Commission | La Habra, CA - Official Website (lahabraca.gov) Project Overview | La Habra, CA - Official Website (lahabraca.gov) Jill Bolte Taylor: My stroke of insight | TED Talk About Us - The Whole Child
S3 · E10
Oct 6, 2022
41:39

Dr. Kathleen Treseder, Irvine City County Candidate

Jodi talks with Kathleen Treseder, Candidate for Irvine City Council, about climate change, fungi research, deforestation in Borneo, #MeToo UCI, and her experience as a political candidate. Dr. Kathleen Treseder is a UCI Professor, non-profit founder, justice advocate, community leader, and mother, who is committed to building a bright future for Irvine. Dr. Kathleen Treseder is the Howard A. Schneiderman Endowed Chair and Professor of Biology at the University of California, Irvine. For thirty years, she has led an internationally recognized research program and educated the next generation of scientists and college graduates. Kathleen Treseder worked her way through college and graduate school, earning an Honors Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from University of Utah and a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from Stanford University. In 2017, Dr. Treseder became a leader in the fight to make UCI a safer place for women, and has since founded and funded the Treseder Randerson Fund to support women and marginalized groups in Orange County. Dr. Treseder is also known for her local environmental leadership combating climate change and pollution. Kathleen co-founded OC Clean Power, a grassroots organization of over 30 non-profits, businesses, school organizations, and faith groups. With her leadership, they successfully lobbied Irvine, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, and Buena Park to found OC Power Authority, one of the largest renewable energy programs in California. https://www.kathleentreseder.com https://theliberaloc.com/2021/05/17/dr-kathleen-treseder-to-kick-off-campaign-for-irvine-city-council/ https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/tresederlab/an-open-letter-about-sexual-harassment-and-retaliation-at-uci/ https://www.ocweekly.com/a-dozen-uc-irvine-professors-express-himpathy-toward-disgraced-colleague-francisco-ayala/ https://www.cityofirvine.org/environmental-programs https://crimesurvivors.org/survivor-resources/#first-steps https://wwf.panda.org/discover/knowledge https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-diamond-age-or-a-young-ladys-illustrated-primer
S3 · E9
Sep 29, 2022
33:16

David Dodson, November 2022 Election Board of Equalization District 4 Candidate

Jodi talks with David Dodson, candidate for Board of Equalization, District 4. A business graduate from the University of Arizona, David also attended San Diego State University. David's dad served as an Officer in the U.S. Army. David was born at Fort Knox Army Hospital. His uncle and father-in-law served in the U.S. Navy. David proudly served in the United States Coast Guard Reserve. ​ David's mother is a revered teacher at Cypress College. His wife Penny is a Special Education Paraeducator in Capistrano School District. David's sister is a teacher in Los Angeles. His son works as a Paraeducator in the Santa Ana School District and is attending school in Fullerton to become a teacher. David's daughter graduated from the University of Arizona with a Political Science/Natural Resources Degree and currently works at the Berkeley County Animal Shelter. He has been a union member throughout his career with SEIU and ACSS. David always contributed additional dues for union political activity, and he has lobbied with his union at California's State Capital. His wife, mother, brother, sister, son, and daughter are all enthusiastic union members. David loves surfing, hiking and outdoor activities. As an environmentalist, he participates in beach and trail cleanups. Active in his community, David volunteers at schools and kids sports and was a PTA Treasurer. An animal advocate, David and his family have a long tradition of adopting and fostering rescue pets. ​ David lives in Dana Point with his wife Penny where they raised two children. In September 2021, David and Penny became first time grandparents. David is driven to make positive changes to help Californian's current and future generations. Show Notes: Home | David Dodson Candidate for BOE (daviddodson4boe.org) David Dodson (California) - Ballotpedia Democratic Party Embargo of Dodson for Board of Equalization Support is BROKEN!!! | Orange Juice Blog S.F. DA candidate wanted in Nevada (sfgate.com) California Democrats Endorse Convicted, Disbarred 'Slumlord' for State Office (breitbart.com) SactoPolitico probe: Board of Equalization incumbent admits filing false endorsement by Newsom Stalker’s message to Garrett: No comp, no peace | Las Vegas Review-Journal (reviewjournal.com) Meet the Candidates: Monday, October 17th Fullerton College Room 224/226/228 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. RSVP: https://forms.gle/o3Wor4dN8mWD9MVs5
S3 · E7
Sep 28, 2022
30:00

Carrie Buck, November 2022 Election, Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Trustee

Jodi talks to PYLUSD Trustee Carrie Buck who is running for re-election this November. Board of Trustees President, Carrie Buck has served as a member of the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Board of Education since 2010. She also serves as the Vice President of the Orange County School Board Association. In 2022, she was appointed by the California State Superintendent to the Child Nutrition Advisory Council that provides proactive leadership for the enhancement of the health and nutrition education for California’s youth. Carrie earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Services from California State University, Fullerton. Prior to her election to the Board, she worked as an instructional assistant in special education for the District. She became involved in her children’s schools while serving on the PTA and School Site Council, and as the school’s representative to the Superintendent’s Community Advisory Council. Carrie has three daughters, two who graduated from PYLUSD and one currently attending PYLUSD schools. In 2021, Carrie was the recipient of the Orange County School Boards Association Marion Bergeson Award, recognizing board members who promote and enhance public education through their leadership and community service. She received the California State Senate 29th District Woman of the Year recognition in 2020. She was recognized by the California Legislative Assembly for leadership and dedication benefitting young women of North Orange County. Carrie enjoys visiting the schools in the district and seeing the students and teachers. She attends activities and visits classrooms at all 34 schools regularly.
S3 · E8
Sep 27, 2022
41:16

Lauren Klatzker, FJUHSD and Ruthi Hanchett, FHS: November 2022 Election and Fullerton School Board Candidates

On this episode of "A Slice of Orange" Jodi talks with two candidates for Fullerton School Boards: Lauren Klatzker, Fullerton Joint Union High School District Trustee (Area 4) and Ruthi Hanchett, Fullerton School District (Area 4) Lauren Klatzker has worked for over 18 years as an educator. During those years she has been a special education teacher, school counselor and is currently the Coordinator over special education, supporting the teachers and programs in a local district. She's also a parent raising three extraordinary boys -- age 19, 17, and 12 -- in this community. She currently serves on the FJUHSD Board as Board President, and has an in-depth understanding of how FJUHSD operates, how money is allocated, and how our schools need to grow and change to meet the demands of modern life and modern learners -- and most importantly, she is ready to continue to put my background and experience to work for our kids and our community. Ruthi Hanchett is running for the Fullerton School District Board of Trustees because she loves our kids and our community. Teaching and advocating for children's rights and well-being for the last 20 years has given her the experience, skills, and wisdom to make a difference in our community. Show Notes: https://www.laurenforschoolboard.com https://ruthihanchett.com Live2Free student anti-human trafficking club: https://live2free.org Vanguard University Global Center for Women and Justice: https://www.gcwj.org Video on how to prevent child sexual abuse from a series called 'Smart Mamas Safe Kids': https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=U7g3uWp7PnE&themeRefresh=1
S3 · E6
Sep 20, 2022
49:56

Stephanie Wade, City Council Candidate, Seal Beach

Stephanie Wade is a former Marine Infantry officer, environmental activist and educator who left her public school teaching career in January of 2017 to take a leading role in organizing Swing Left in Los Angeles and then, as the Director of Volunteers for the Cisneros for Congress Campaign, was a part of Orange County's ‘blue wave’ election of 2018. She followed Cisneros into office and for two years served as his Veterans Liaison and Field Representative. She was one of the first out-trans women to serve on a congressional staff and held a particularly prominent role in supporting the congress member’s legislative work on the Veterans Affairs and Armed Services Committees. She currently serves as Veterans Policy Advisor to Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley with a portfolio that includes veterans homelessness and LGBT equity. In addition to her work as an aide to elected officials, Stephanie has been quite active in Democratic, LGBTQIA and veterans advocacy, serving as a President of the Orange County Veterans Democratic Club, a Founding Member and Co-Chair for the Lavender Democrats of OC, as a Member of the Board of Advisors for the Equality of California Institute and as a county appointee to and the Vice Chair of the Orange County Veterans Advisory Council. She is particularly proud to have successfully lobbied the County Supervisors to support reforms that will make it possible for LGBTQ veterans to upgrade and correct bad conduct discharges that were given because of past prohibitions on gender identity or sexual orientation. She is the proud mom of a 11 year old girl and a 25 year old son, both of whom are staunch progressives, feminists and LGBT allies. She likes cats, surfing and equity! Stephanie is on the November 8, 2022 ballot running for Seal Beach City Council District 3. She has been endorsed by the Seal Beach Democratic Club, the Democratic Party of Orange County, Congressmember Katie Porter, Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, Huntington Beach Councilmember Kim Carr, and General Ricardo Aponte, USAFRet, among many others. Those who would like to contact her may do so atwade4oc@gmail.com and those who would like to contribute to her campaign may do so at:https://bit.ly/3TjhM15 https://www.wadeforsealbeach.com https://www.surfrider.org https://swingleft.org https://sisterdistrict.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shōgun_(novel)
S3 · E5
Sep 15, 2022
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