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Studio Sacramento

Hosted by PBS KVIE

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Episodes

15

Latest episode

May 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

Join the conversations that matter to our region with host Scott Syphax, who invites questions about the people and issues that are changing our communities. Get an in-depth look at the news – no soundbites or fluff, just balanced discussion.

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May 22, 202626 min

Joseph Cibelli on the Tylenol Murders – Why He Believes His Father Was Responsible

The 1982 Tylenol murders shocked the nation, changed consumer safety, and remain officially unsolved. Joseph Cibelli joins host Scott Syphax to discuss his book, “The Tylenol Murders: A Father’s Confession to His Son,” and why he believes his own father

May 15, 202625 min

Fritz Grupe on Leadership and Legacy – The Art and Science of Leadership and Management

From his childhood on a farm near Stockton to his development of signature communities and his role in helping launch UC Merced, Fritz Grupe has shaped California for more than six decades. Fritz Grupe joins host Scott Syphax to discuss

April 17, 202625 min

Jesse Delgado of The AI Collective – Shaping the Future of AI in Sacramento

Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, learn, and make decisions — and its impact is being felt in Sacramento. But who shapes that future? Jesse Delgado of the AI Collective joins host Scott Syphax to discuss how communities can

April 10, 202626 min

Catholic Education in Sacramento – St. Francis Catholic High School

Catholic schools have long been a cornerstone of education in Sacramento, but today they face declining enrollment, rising costs, and major change. With Jesuit High School set to admit girls, Dr. John Moran of St. Francis High School and alumna

March 27, 202625 min

Chef Brad Cecchi of Canon Restaurant – Sacramento’s Evolving Food Culture

Sacramento sits in the heart of one of the world’s richest agricultural regions, where chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs are redefining regional food culture. Chef and restaurateur Brad Cecchi of Canon joins host Scott Syphax to discuss innovation in the kitchen,

March 20, 202626 min

Immigration Enforcement in Sacramento – How Families and Communities are Affected

Jorge Aguirre-Alvarado joins host Scott Syphax to share his personal story as his spouse remains detained by immigration authorities. Sacramento City Councilmember Eric Guerra and Opening Doors CEO Jessie Mabry also join the conversation to discuss due process, family separation,

February 18, 202626 min

Sacramento Region’s Economic Future – Barry Broome, Greater Sacramento Economic Council

What’s the reality of Sacramento’s economic future? Barry Broome, CEO of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council, joins host Scott Syphax to discuss the forces shaping affordability, job growth, and investment in our region — and the tradeoffs that will define

January 16, 202625 min

Sacramento and Beyond 2026 – Marcos Bretón – The Sacramento Bee

What’s ahead in 2026 as Sacramento and California face national tensions, change, and rising costs? Marcos Bretón, California Opinion Editor at The Sacramento Bee, joins host Scott Syphax to explore the key issues shaping the year ahead.

December 18, 202525 min

Highlands Community Charter School – Jonathan Raymond, Executive Director

Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools, the largest adult education charter in the region, faces potential closure after a state audit raised serious concerns. Executive Director Jonathan Raymond joins host Scott Syphax to discuss reforms and what’s next.

November 20, 202526 min

State Senator Angelique Ashby – Policy and Vision for California’s 8th District

Senator Angelique Ashby joins host Scott Syphax for a candid conversation on leadership, policy, and her vision for Sacramento as she represents the 8th District in the California State Senate.

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