State of Gold is a show and citizens' movement about reclaiming California's promise, one bold idea at a time. In each installment we explore what’s gone off track in our state and what it will take to fix it, with the rebels and leaders on the frontlines of change. It’s for anyone who believes California is worth fighting for.
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About State of Gold
A veteran of the media and technology worlds, Jon has spent his career at the intersection of culture and innovation. He’s led multiple consumer companies from start-up to scale, including as CEO of Sentral, the housing innovator. Previously, he co-led WeWork’s US business, and currently advises numerous mission-driven companies.
Jon got his start in media with NPR, E!, and Wired, giving him a front-row seat to the early waves of disruption that would go on to reshape how we work, communicate, and connect. That same spirit of innovation drives his work today.
In addition to State of Gold, Jon is the Founder of Halftime with Jon (www.halftime.network), a personal development podcast dedicated to making the second half of life the best half.
He’s the proud father of 5 kids all growing up in California, and a fierce believer in our state’s potential to lead the nation—again.
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The Faces Behind the Mic
EPISODE 5
ASSEMB. DAVID TANGIPA
California’s youngest Assemblyman exposes what’s really driving the budget collapse and unsafe streets.
EPISODE 4
ASSEMB. JOE PATTERSON
What one California lawmaker discovered inside the Capitol and why he’s speaking out.
EPISODE 3
FMR. SEN. GLORIA ROMERO
Why a lifelong Democrat endorsed Trump—and her damning critique of ca machine politics.
EPISODE 2
JENNIFER HERNANDEZ
How California’s laws are weaponized to block housing and protect the powerful.
EPISODE 1
DAVID CRANE
A former Schwarzenegger advisor explains where the money went—and why services keep failing.
EPISODE 6
DAN SCHNUR
A POLITICAL INSIDER EXPLAINS HOW CALIFORNIA LOST ITS MIDDLE - AND WHY BOTH PARTIES ARE AT FAULT
EPISODE 7
ELIZABETH BARCOHANA
how overlooked California voters could shape the next election — and why ignoring them might be a mistake.
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