Best Pg Rated Podcasts (2025)

1
We take a look at the Politics in the aftermath of the recent PG&E outage 3:05

Play Pause

4h ago3:05

3:05

We're breaking down the messy Politics following a massive PG&E power outage in San Francisco over the weekend.For more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Plummeting immigration rates lead to shrinking California population 3:53

4h ago3:53

3:53

Data shows fewer people coming to California. Immigration rates have been cut in half within the last year and it's largely linked to the current administration.For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
How prepared is Waymo for a major disaster like an earthquake? 3:12

16h ago3:12

3:12

This past weekend's massive power outage left Waymos stalled across the city raising concerns about how the autonomous vehicle company could handle a major disaster like an earthquake For more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier

1
Senator Wiener wants SF to break away from PG&E, is it plausible? 3:28

1d ago3:28

3:28

State Senator Scott Wiener says he plans to introduce legislation that will let San Francisco and other cities break away from PG&E and run their own power grids. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
BONUS: American Economy in Review: 2025 was tumultuous for workers, retailers, business owners, but what to expect in 2026? 41:18

1d ago41:18

41:18

Here's a snapshot of what happened in every sector of the US economy in 2025, from housing to retail, interest rates to unlikely breakout businesses.

1
Sunset Supervisor looks to hold a vote on the closure of the Great Highway 2:38

1d ago2:38

2:38

District 4 Supervisor Alan Wong wants San Francisco to hold another vote regarding the closure of the Great Highway to vehicle traffic. The resulting Sunset Dunes has divided San Francisco residents.For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott, spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Questions rise after Reiner murders 30:27

4d ago30:27

30:27

This week, we’re focusing on the murders of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner last Sunday in their Brentwood home. Their son, 32-year-old Nick Reiner, has been arrested for the slayings. This case is still developing, but it has brought questions and concerns about what exactly happened and what, if anything, could have been done to pr…

1
Is President Trump's renaming of the Kennedy Center too much? 4:31

5d ago4:31

4:31

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is going to be re-named after President Donald Trump. The President took control of the Kennedy Center in February and has made a number of leadership and programming changes since.For more, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.…

1
BONUS: Is AI the end of white collar jobs? Latest on jobs numbers and more 30:13

5d ago30:13

30:13

The latest jobs reports paints a dark picture of the US economy, but that's playing into the problems? Experts and analysts weigh in. Have you heard of performative job postings? they're a thing.

1
Did Mayor Lurie break the law by not releasing his call with President Trump 3:51

5d ago3:51

3:51

A task force in San Francisco has ruled that Mayor Daniel Lurie broke the law by not releasing all the information about his phone call to President Trump...that stopped a surge of federal immigration agents being deployed.For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
How ongoing tech layoffs are dragging down SF's economy 2:54

6d ago2:54

2:54

While the San Francisco housing market is heating up, ongoing tech layoffs have dragged down the city's economy.For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Is trolling a new political strategy? Gov. Newsom's website on Trump 3:33

6d ago3:33

3:33

Governor Gavin Newsom is once again trolling President Trump, this time with a new website. For more, KCBS anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Oakland to keep Flock license plate cameras despite residents' concerns 2:56

7d ago2:56

2:56

Oakland's City Council has voted to renew the city's $2 million contract to keep hundreds of Flock license plate cameras up.That's despite residents' concerns about data privacy and federal immigration enforcement.For more, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
The economic & temporal cost of deploying National Guard troops to LA 4:13

8d ago4:13

4:13

The last of the National Guard troops deployed to L.A. by President Trump earlier this year made a quiet exit over the weekend. This follows the most recent ruling by a panel of judges on the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals last Friday.For more, KCBS anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.…

1
BONUS: 'Classless and ignorant:' Trump riles his own base with post about Rob Reiner, plus economic indicators worry both Dems and the GOP 21:42

8d ago21:42

21:42

1
Could the next California Governor top candidates be Republican? 3:54

8d ago3:54

3:54

There are nearly a dozen candidates trying to become the next governor of California in 2026 and the surplus of Democrats in the field could end up helping the state's Republican candidates.For more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott, spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Rob Reiner's involvement and impact on California politics 3:49

9d ago3:49

3:49

Rob Reiner, who was found dead along with his wife in their Brentwood home yesterday, is being remembered not only for his career in Hollywood, but also for his political activism.For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
BONUS: 'Kids at a festival playing ... then chaos:' Mass shooting on Bondi Beach, plus remembering Rob Reiner amid a spate of violence 24:38

9d ago24:38

24:38

The death of Rob Reiner has America reacting, and it came amidst a sudden outburst of violence both internationally and nationally. There was an anti-Semitic mass shooting on Bondi Beach in Australia, a terror attack on U.S. staffers in Syria and a mass shooting at venerable Brown University. Here's the latest.…

1
San Jose's energy bill could soar, raising questions over who pays the bill? 2:39

9d ago2:39

2:39

PG&E says it's prepared to help triple San Jose's energy use as it looks to establish the "premier destination for AI data center development"But who will foot the bill? To answer that question KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
X-Rated: Midnight Cowboy (1969) and the Catholic Film Fest That Loved It 2:24:41

9d ago2:24:41

2:24:41

This week on Morally Offensive, everybody's talking (okay its just Kevin and Bill) with singer/songwriter (and former film student) Stefanie Joyce about the ONLY X-Rated Film to win Best Picture, Midnight Cowboy. The film features a young Jon Voight as an aspiring sex worker who runs from his past in a small Texas town, toward the bright city light…

1
BONUS: 'It's a mess:' Obamacare subsidies, a GOP healthcare plan, and why are so many seniors driving high? 21:17

12d ago21:17

21:17

In this episode we get the latest on the debate around funding Obamacare subsidies, talk to Sen. John Kennedy about an alternative GOP plan -- is there one? -- And dive into a University of Michigan study about the huge number of seniors driving while high.

1
Is the 25-story apartment proposal in SF Marina Safeway plausible? 3:57

14d ago3:57

3:57

A proposal to build a 25-story apartment complex on the site of San Francisco's Marina Safeway is drawing a mixed response, even among those who have been pushing for more housing in the City.For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Bay Area's first "ICE-free zone" in Santa Clara County 3:00

14d ago3:00

3:00

Santa Clara County supervisors have created the Bay Area's first "ICE-free zone" by passing an ordinance that limits federal immigration officers from carrying out raids on municipal property.For more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
New polls on Newsom: how the governor is gaining Californian approval 4:07

15d ago4:07

4:07

A new poll shows Californians are happy with the job Governor Gavin Newsom is doing. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Battle of the robo-taxis on San Francisco streets go viral 3:15

15d ago3:15

3:15

Waymo went viral once again on Monday when three robotaxis got caught in a standoff in the middle of a hilly San Francisco street.It's the latest in a string of incidents that have called the company's traffic navigation into question and for more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.…

1
Are there enough resources to sustain the spike in AI data centers? 3:52

16d ago3:52

3:52

The increasing number of data centers used for AI has some in Silicon Valley wondering if their energy use will leave ratepayers footing the bill. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Here is the latest on the new congressional maps California and Texas 2:55

16d ago2:55

2:55

Thanks to the Supreme Court, it looks like both California and Texas will be allowed to adopt their new congressional maps.The two states leading America's gerrymandering blitz have faced legal challenges and for more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
More enter the race to become California's next governor 3:06

19d ago3:06

3:06

Chad Bianco, the Republican sheriff of Riverside County, is polling well among California voters ahead of next year's governor's race.East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell, former Fox News host Steve Hilton, and former Rep. Katie Porter are also beginning to emerge from the pack.For more, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.…

1
Recalled Alameda County DA Pamela Price is running again, can she win? 3:12

20d ago3:12

3:12

Former Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, who was recalled by voters last year, says she is running for the seat again.For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
BONUS: Multiple mass shootings erupt across the US as questions swirl about Venezuela boat bombings 18:05

20d ago18:05

18:05

Four were killed at a child's birthday party in Stockton, Calif., shoppers ran for their lives when someone opened fire at Valley Fair Mall in California, and two National Guard members were killed by an ambush just blocks from the White House. Internationally, violence against Venezuela continues while questions are raised about their legality.…

1
Semi Trucks looking to integrate self diving technology 2:52

20d ago2:52

2:52

Self-driving technology in California won't be limited to robo-taxis for much longer.The DMV is now creating rules for the testing of Autonomous Semi Trucks which have already debuted in Texas.For more KCBS Radio News Anchor. Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Why was Derrick Lew selected as San Francisco's new police chief? 2:43

21d ago2:43

2:43

San Francisco has a new police chief. Mayor Daniel Lurie has selected Deputy Chief Derrick Lew to take over the department.For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
BONUS: 'That is actually murder under federal law:' What's next after US' double-tap killings in Venezuela? 22:24

21d ago22:24

22:24

The United States reportedly killed survivors of a bombing i the waters surrounding Venezuela, which experts say is straight-up murder. So, will -- or should -- Pete Hegseth or someone else be held accountable? Plus, the latest on whether Trump will order a land war.

1
What does reducing fuel economy do for auto makers? 3:17

21d ago3:17

3:17

The White House is set to propose a rollback of fuel economy standards in an attempt to make it easier for manufacturers to sell gas-powered cars.For more on this KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier

1
San Francisco City Attorney looking to sue processed food companies 4:38

22d ago4:38

4:38

San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu is taking on some of the world's biggest food companies saying their ultra processed products are causing a health crisis that's burdening local governments. For more on this KCBS Radio News Anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Golden Gate Bridge Toll is going up in the new year 3:01

22d ago3:01

3:01

The Bay Bridge just celebrated its 88th birthday and starting in the New Year bridge tolls will rise by 50 cents from $8 to $8.50.The added revenue will pay for maintenance costs on the Bay Bridge as well as six other state-owned bridges in the region and for more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier…

1
Does Rep. Swalwell have a good shot at Governor with fraud drama? 4:07

23d ago4:07

4:07

Congressman Eric Swalwell is kicking off his run for Governor by filing suit accusing the Trump administration of abusing its power. It all revolves around a criminal investigation accusing him of mortgage fraud. Swalwell will be one of the front runners in the race, but how do his qualifications stack up compared to others in the race?…

1
X-Rated: Caligula: The Ultimate Cut (with Producer Thomas Negovan) 1:42:45

23d ago1:42:45

1:42:45

Bill and Stephanie sit down with Thomas Negovan to discuss the restoration of Caligula: The Ultimate Cut and how he and an editor pieced the film back together. Thomas explains how they uncovered hours of never-before-seen footage and used it to assemble a version of Caligula that reflects what was originally filmed, offering a clearer look at the …

1
The Third supervisor this year for San Francisco's District 4 3:03

23d ago3:03

3:03

San Francisco's District 4 now has its third supervisor in just a year with Mayor Daniel Lurie's nomination of Alan Wong.Wong previously served as a legislative aide and grew up in the Sunset District and for more on the tall task he now faces for more on this, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott, spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.…

1
Poll shows Californians divided over President Trump's immigration raids 4:37

28d ago4:37

4:37

A new poll shows Californians appear to be sharply divided along party lines over President Trump's immigration raids. For more on this KCBS Radio news anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Lawmakers looking to lighten up on the Bay Area's gas appliance ban 2:57

28d ago2:57

2:57

Bay Area lawmakers are considering relaxing the region's gas appliance ban with exemptions that would soften the rules for homeowners.For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke to KCBS Insider Phil Matier

1
Possible bankruptcy in Oakland due to failed port project 4:41

29d ago4:41

4:41

A move by city officials in Oakland to protect the environment more than a decade ago could end up leading the city into bankruptcy. It's all over coal shipments out of the Port of Oakland. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
BONUS: 2025 holiday shopping trends reveal deep divides in this US economy, plus can a new ChatGPT feature find gifts for everyone? 20:10

29d ago20:10

20:10

Can you trust your holiday shopping to AI? Find out about a new ChatGPT feature that suggests gifts for hard-to-buy-for recipients. Plus, a holiday shopping forecast that reveals the cracks between the haves and the have-nots.

1
BONUS: 'Don't take the bait!' How to avoid holiday arguments, the emergency room, and the dangers of 'Blackout Wednesday' 19:02

29d ago19:02

19:02

The holidays tend to get busy in the emergency room, and that's not just because there are so many dinner table arguments. Here's how to keep the holidays peaceful, injury free, and get guests not to overstay the welcome.

1
San Francisco Police Department steps up efforts fighting open air drug deals 1:37

29d ago1:37

1:37

SFPD is expanding its drug raids and moving officers onto later shifts in order to make more arrests.This comes after President Trump held off on deploying federal forces to San Francisco last month and to tell us more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
New poll shows high approval ratings for Mayor Lurie 4:01

30d ago4:01

4:01

A new poll shows that the appointment and quick resignation of San Francisco Supervisor Beya Alcarez didn't hurt Mayor Daniel Lurie. 71% say they think Lurie is doing a good job with 30 percent saying they strongly approve.For more on this, KCBS Radio News Anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.…

1
Rising concern in investigation of Newsom's former Chief of Staff 2:58

1M ago2:58

2:58

The federal probe into Governor Newsom's former Chief of Staff is beginning to worry some of the power players in California's political landscape.To find out more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.

1
East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell enters California’s gubernatorial race 3:14

1M ago3:14

3:14

It's official: East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell is entering the race to become next governor of California.For more on his campaign, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
Governor Newsom plans to fight Trump on drilling in California 4:34

1M ago4:34

4:34

Governor Gavin Newsom says he will fight Trump administration plans to allow drilling off the California coast.For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

1
BONUS: Is the bubble about to burst on AI? Questions swirl as data centers skyrocket energy bills, people say they don't trust its medical advice and an AI song hits the charts 24:47

1M ago24:47

24:47

Investors are worried an AI bubble is about to burst, so we're wondering what that would mean for the U.S. Plus, AI data centers are fueling double-digit energy cost increases, a new study shows we don't trust its medical advice, and yet an AI song is racing up the music charts. Get the full lowdown here from WCCO, WWJ, KCBS and more.…