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 2023 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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It's one day before Election Day. However, once all the ballots are cast, there is still a lot of work left for election officials. For example, it takes about 30 days to certify the election. On today's episode, we're joined by California Secretary of State Shirley Weber. She discusses the state's election process, voting safety, and how voters can track their ballot. Plus, the latest news headlines, including, bird flu traced in Los Angeles County, following a heavy presence in the Valley, and former HUD Secretary Julian Castro visits the Valley.
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Nov. 1st marks one of two "Día de los Muertos," a traditional Mexican occasion celebrated by millions. For the celebration this year, Arte Américas in downtown Fresno has put together ofrendas, or altars, to celebrate the lives of literary figures who have died. Arianna Chavez, the museum's executive director, discusses the larger meaning behind this day. Plus, the latest news headlines, including, a message to voters ahead of Election Day, and an endangered species is found along the San Joaquin River.
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Former president Donald Trump is promising mass deportations for millions of undocumented people across the U.S. if he is re-elected to the White House. We discuss with KVPR's Esther Quintanilla how such a move would impact the Central Valley. The region is home to thousands of undocumented residents, who work in crucial industries, like agriculture. Plus, the latest news headlines, including California's top cop intervening in the Kern River fight, and advocates worrying about workers amid bird flu cases.
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With Halloween tomorrow, many parents and guardians will head out to trick-or-treat with their kids. But after kids get all that candy, how much should they really be eating? We speak with Carlos Cervantes from the Fresno County CalFresh program to discuss sugar intake for kids – and some potential healthy alternatives. Plus, the latest news headlines, including a record court settlement in Kings County and a Valley milk plant that has shut down.
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Kamala Harris spent 13 years of her career as a county and state prosecutor before becoming a U.S. senator and eventually Vice President. But does her early work as a top cop impact the vote of former and currently incarcerated people? KVPR’s Rachel Livinal went looking for answers to this question and shares conversations she had with that voting bloc. Plus, the latest news headlines, including an investigation into Rep. John Duarte’s family business and new state regulations for electric motorcycles.
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Members of California’s Punjabi Sikh community are marching more than 300 miles to the state capital. They’re raising awareness about the 1984 anti-Sikh riots that broke out in India 40 years ago, killing thousands. KVPR’s Cresencio Rodriguez-Delgado takes us into the march and tells us about new concerns within the community. Plus, the latest news headlines, including highlights from a House District 13 debate and a win for farmworkers in court.
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With election day now less than two weeks away, ballots are being cast nationwide. In the Central Valley, election officials have been preparing for this day. We speak with Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters James Kus about what it is taking this time around to ensure the election process runs smoothly. Plus, the latest news headlines, including a new survey of voters and the elections, and millions in funding for local transit systems.
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At the center of the bird flu outbreak response in the United States is not one but numerous state and federal agencies. A new report in Vanity Fair examines whether a more unified response is needed to tame the outbreak. We speak with the writer Katherine Eban on her findings. Plus, the latest news headlines, including former Congressman Devin Nunes facing a tough time at Trump Media, and why immigrant rights groups are worried about Prop. 36.
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Marjaree Mason Center in Fresno offers a safe space for those impacted. We speak with leaders about the center's efforts to raise awareness and help survivors. Plus, the latest news headlines, including, a new study on carbon emissions from UC Merced researchers, and what an audit says about releasing sex offenders into society.
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In a new book, a Bakersfield College professor explores the lesser-known history of civil rights with a focus on Bakersfield. Oliver Rosales, who has a doctorate in history, discusses his research and highlights how ethnic studies courses made it into local schools. Plus, the latest news headlines, including a Kern County supervisor’s office being searched and the Westboro Baptist Church plans to protest at two Valley schools.