Jonathan Linden
Podcast Producer / Central Valley Journalism CollaborativeJonathan Linden is a podcast producer at KVPR. Born and raised in Riverside, he's a Southern California native. Jonathan's passion for public radio began at a young age when his brother would play NPR while driving him home from middle school. He earned his B.A. in journalism from Biola University in 2019.
Jonathan has worked at several NPR affiliates, including serving as Morning Edition host at KCLU and reporting at KAZU and KVCR. While reporting at KAZU, Jonathan covered the flooding of the town of Pajaro and the first U.S. Women's Open held at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Both stories helped contribute to KAZU's two 2024 regional Edward R. Murrow awards.
When not working, Jonathan can often be found walking or running his Alaskan Malamute, Balto, or keeping up with the latest Dodgers game.
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A new type of housing has been unveiled in Fresno. We speak with Kiel Lopez-Schmidt of the South Tower Community Land Trust about what so-called land trusts are and how they could potentially help lower the cost of housing. Plus, the latest news headlines: Valley fever cases in the state are on the rise – again; and the big change coming to Valley pediatric care. -
Many people love to cook for friends and family, and some Valley residents have decided to monetize their expertise. KVPR’s Samantha Rangel spoke with folks who are turning their passion for food into a profit through their backyard businesses. Plus, the latest news headlines: A state audit says California can save money by keeping workers remote; and Kern County residents urge investigation into CPS.
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State leaders across the country have responded to Texas’ unprecedented push to redraw political districts to favor Republicans. The move, supported by President Trump, would increase Republican-held seats in the House of Representatives. Blake Zante, executive director of the Maddy Institute, breaks down how California’s Gov. Gavin Newsom is responding and the impact Newsom’s proposed plan could have on the Central Valley. Plus, the latest news headlines: Police records show departments are hiring formerly fired officers; and the deal struck by California and the Trump administration over high-speed rail funding.
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The Trump Administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration has stoked fear in immigrants with and without legal status. But now, that fear has extended to even U.S. citizens. Fresno Bee reporter Melissa Montalvo spoke with several of them in Fresno who say they have started to carry their passports out of fear they will be racially profiled by immigration agents. Plus, the latest news headlines: A historic Bakersfield venue is shutting down; and Democrats’ update on redistricting amid fight with Texas.
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Many visitors enjoy Yosemite National Park in the spring and summer, but behind the scenes, it hasn’t been so pretty lately. A hiring fiasco amid federal budget cuts has left some seasonal workers without pay. NPR reporter Chiara Eisner spoke with the workers who were asked to volunteer, and spoke with us about the status of hiring at the park during its busiest season.
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A group of horse riders from Clovis is competing in this year’s “Run For A Million” competition in Las Vegas. We speak with some of the competitors about how they hope to fare at what is known as the “richest event in the history of horse reining.” Plus, the latest news headlines: The Fresno teachers union calls for open meeting on former official’s six-figure severance; and the two Valley colleges where you can get a return on your investment, according to a new study.
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Their teenage years are a time when many adolescents need support, but should artificial intelligence be filling that void? New research from Common Sense Media reveals nearly 3 in 4 teenagers have used so-called AI companions. So, is it safe? Supreet Mann, who holds a doctorate in communications, leads research at Common Sense Media and breaks down the findings from a new study. Plus, the latest news headlines: The way major wildfires may be contributing to mortality long after they’re extinguished; and a Bakersfield refinery is allowed to reorganize under bankruptcy protection.
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When the California Public Utilities Commission voted to slash the amount rooftop solar subsidies residents received, the industry started to decline. Environmentalists and consumer advocates quickly pushed back. Mother Jones reporter Henry Carnell breaks down the fight within the solar industry, and how California’s policies — and governor — could be impacting the industry. Plus, the latest news headlines: Fresno supervisors go after unapproved holiday celebrations by county staff; and Fresno State’s new strategy to fund athletics.
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Farmers scrambled earlier this year to find enough bees to pollinate their crops. But beekeepers were searching too. That’s because a historic bee die off was shaking the industry. Professor Elina Niño, an apiculture expert who runs a bee lab at UC Davis, joins us to break down new research that sheds light on what was behind it. Plus, the latest news headlines: Yosemite National Park workers say they weren’t paid for weeks; and a Valley hospital sees a sharp spike in facial injuries among young athletes.
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The California High Speed Rail is a controversial topic, The federal government has slashed funding over its lack of progress. But the CEO of the High Speed Rail Authority, Ian Choudri, says the rail can be a point of national pride if its given the chance to get done. Choudri visited the KVPR studios to give us an update on the project.
