Beste Commonwealth Club Of California Podcasts (2024)

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Humanities West Presents Classical Music in the 21st Century 1:43:31

20h ago1:43:31

1:43:31

Each generation of classical music lovers may wonder if their generation will be the last to truly enjoy the fusion of beautiful sound and emotional depth expressed by the master composers and performers of this centuries-old artistic tradition. Changing economic and social pressures in the early 21st century dented the interest in classical music …

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Genevieve Guenther: The Language of Climate Politics 1:02:51

2d ago1:02:51

1:02:51

It is possible that the only news we hear about more than politics is the climate crisis, and sometimes it is politics about the climate crisis? But what are we hearing and saying about climate change, and is it what we think we’re hearing and saying? Genevieve Guenther, founder of the nonprofit organization End Climate Silence, has engaged journal…

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CLIMATE ONE REWND: You Gonna Finish That? Saving Good Food from Going Bad 54:50

3d ago54:50

54:50

Globally, one-third of food produced every year is wasted. That’s enough to feed about 2 billion people — twice the number of people who are undernourished. The global food system also accounts for a whopping one-third of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. These two problems — waste and emissions — are intricately linked: Climate disruption exac…

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From Silence to Solutions: Changing the Conversation about Domestic Violence 1:21:02

3d ago1:21:02

1:21:02

Journalism can be a powerful force for change, especially in helping people understand the complex causes and impacts of domestic violence. Reporting that includes the diverse experiences of survivors can help shine a light on solutions. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, join us for a special event, "From Silence to Solutions: Changing the Co…

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Community Town Hall: Preparing for 2025 2:22:25

4d ago2:22:25

2:22:25

The national results of the recent general election caused a wave of shock through many progressive organizations in the country and here in the Bay Area. Join us for a live town hall with speakers from leading LGBTQ organizations, including SF AIDS Foundation, LYRIC, NCLR, SF Pride, El/La Para Translatina, SF HRC, EQCA, SF Office Transgender Initi…

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Kate Conger and Ryan Mac: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitte 1:02:40

5d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Rising star New York Times technology reporters, Kate Conger and Ryan Mac, tell for the first time what they say is the full and shocking inside story of Elon Musk’s unprecedented takeover of Twitter and the $44 billion deal’s seismic political, social and financial fallout The billionaire entrepreneur and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has become inextricabl…

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The Future of Downtown, What's Good SF! Summer Series 1:00:04

6d ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Join us for a lively discussion on the future of San Francisco's downtown. Featuring leaders in the post-pandemic San Francisco revival story, our program will explore the challenges and opportunities facing downtown San Francisco, the progress that has been made and what is around the corner that could turbocharge or derail the next chapter of our…

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Election 2024: The Voters Have Spoken—A Week to Week Special 1:01:24

9d ago1:01:24

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The 2024 fall general election has just ended. Who won? Who lost? Why did anyone win or lose? Which party controls Congress, the White House, most state houses? And what happens next? Will there be a peaceful transition of power? Join us for the post-election special edition of our Week to Week political roundtable. Enjoy and learn as our panel of …

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CLIMATE ONE: Heroic Lives of Climate Defenders 59:41

10d ago59:41

59:41

Climate advocacy is a dangerous business. According to Global Witness, every week, somewhere in the world, between three and four environmental activists are killed. And even when they don’t suffer bodily harm, they are routinely arrested and jailed for speaking out. They are also sued in civil cases, bogging them down for years or even bankrupting…

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Journalism and Its Role in Civic Life 1:11:53

12d ago1:11:53

1:11:53

Through its direct contact with the public and its protection by the First Amendment, news media has long been considered the “fourth branch of government.” As the media landscape continues to change and partisan news becomes increasingly popular, many journalists are examining their own profession and responsibilities. Investigative reporter Bigad…

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California’s Ethnic Studies Controversy: Launch of a Curricular Alternative 1:15:34

13d ago1:15:34

1:15:34

“Ethnic studies” is an ideological battleground in higher education, and now California is bringing its 1.6 million high school students into the fray. Every one of them must take an ethnic studies course to graduate, starting in the fall of 2025. But what will the course teach them? The State Department of Education’s original model curriculum—now…

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What's Next for Former S.F. Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson 1:10:47

16d ago1:10:47

1:10:47

Join us for a heart-to-heart talk with Jeanine Nicholson, the first out LGBTQ chief of the San Francisco Fire Department, who retired in August. We'll hear about her pathbreaking career, her thoughts on the current political scene, and learn about breaking barriers while in the public eye. After our talk, stick around for a wine reception. Jeanine …

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CLIMATE ONE: Where Do We Go From Here? COP29 and the Path Ahead 59:16

17d ago59:16

59:16

For the third year in a row, the world’s most important climate conference is taking place in a country whose largest source of export revenue is fossil fuel. This year, over 190 countries are assembling in Baku, Azerbaijan. And despite nearly 30 years of pledges and promises, the UN’s recent Emissions Gap Report shows virtually every country faili…

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Elderhood in a Post-Election Era 1:03:08

23d ago1:03:08

1:03:08

Pulitzer Prize finalist Louise Aronson returns to the Commonwealth Club World Affairs stage to discuss the enduring themes of her New York Times bestselling book, Elderhood, and what to expect in the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election. What are the practical and existential implications of aging in a political era defined by polarization a…

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CLIMATE ONE: In the Eye of the Storm: TV Meteorologists Talk Climate 56:21

24d ago56:21

56:21

When it comes to communicating climate science, weathercasters are uniquely positioned to connect the facts to viewers’ experiences. TV meteorologists are trusted members of their communities, and they’re often the only scientists the general public hears from regularly. How they communicate can shape public understanding and depoliticize a topic t…

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Community Roast and Exit Interview with SF Pride Board President Nguyen Pham 1:18:50

27d ago1:18:50

1:18:50

Commonwealth Club World Affairs is pleased to host a special evening with SF Pride Board President Nguyen Pham. Nguyen finishes his last term with SF Pride this year, after serving for a total of 8 years on the board of SF Pride. As president emeritus of San Francisco Pride, a nonprofit that produces the SF Pride Celebration and Parade, Nguyen Pham…

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Steve Wasserman: Tell Me Something, Tell Me Anything 1:08:05

28d ago1:08:05

1:08:05

In this post-print age, does the written word still hold power? During his decades-long career in publishing, Steve Wasserman has worn nearly every possible hat in the industry—editor, agent, reviewer, literary festival co-founder, publisher—serving as a midwife to the art and ideas of some of the most influential cultural juggernauts of recent dec…

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Commonwealth Club Of California Podcasts

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Commonwealth Club of California Podcast

Commonwealth Club of California

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Humanities West Presents Classical Music in the 21st Century 1:43:31

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Genevieve Guenther: The Language of Climate Politics 1:02:51

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CLIMATE ONE REWND: You Gonna Finish That? Saving Good Food from Going Bad 54:50

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From Silence to Solutions: Changing the Conversation about Domestic Violence 1:21:02

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Community Town Hall: Preparing for 2025 2:22:25

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Kate Conger and Ryan Mac: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitte 1:02:40

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The Future of Downtown, What's Good SF! Summer Series 1:00:04

1
Election 2024: The Voters Have Spoken—A Week to Week Special 1:01:24

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CLIMATE ONE: Heroic Lives of Climate Defenders 59:41

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Journalism and Its Role in Civic Life 1:11:53

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California’s Ethnic Studies Controversy: Launch of a Curricular Alternative 1:15:34

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What's Next for Former S.F. Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson 1:10:47

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CLIMATE ONE: Where Do We Go From Here? COP29 and the Path Ahead 59:16

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Elderhood in a Post-Election Era 1:03:08

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CLIMATE ONE: In the Eye of the Storm: TV Meteorologists Talk Climate 56:21

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Community Roast and Exit Interview with SF Pride Board President Nguyen Pham 1:18:50

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Steve Wasserman: Tell Me Something, Tell Me Anything 1:08:05

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