Talk of the Town

KTVU Fox 2 (Bay Area)
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A dive into the East Bay's rich history, feeding all types of conversations, from goodwill to controversy, that Oaklanders have every day.

Episodes

  1. Sep 9

    Remaining Committed & Reclaiming Your Shine

    Attorneys Tamera Michael and Robert L. Harris, of the California Association of Black Lawyers, join Dave Clark on this episode of Talk of the Town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. Sep 8

    Tapping Into Your Divine Inspiration

    On this episode of Talk of the Town, Dave Clark is joined by Lynette Gibson McElhaney, a motivational speaker and consultant for the Oakland Unified School District. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. Sep 7

    Bringing History to Life

    Nathaniel Bates, a former mayor, vice mayor and city council member in Richmond, joins Dave Clark to talk about the historical documentary "Rebirth of a City." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. Sep 4

    Advocating for Children in Foster Care

    On this episode of Talk of the Town, Dave Clark is joined by leaders of Alameda County's CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) program who work with children navigating the foster care system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. Sep 3

    Walking Away and Coming Out a New Person

    Deborah Santana joins Talk of the Town to discuss her new book, "Loving the Fire: Choosing Me, Finding Freedom," which details how she found purpose and created a new life by changing her environment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. Sep 2

    The Artist Creating Things That Reflect Today

    Dave Clark is joined by Mildred Howard , a renowned Bay Area artist and sculptor, and Carin Adams, a senior art curator at the Oakland Museum of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Aug 26

    Wellness Together - Reimagining Youth Mental Health

    Dave sits down with Mark Drexler and Jeremiah Ahad to discuss Wellness Together, a national non-profit dedicated to integrating no-cost mental health services directly into California school campuses. They detail the pressing need for on-site youth mental health support, highlight upcoming educational initiatives and conferences, and share their long-term vision to bring accessible, stigma-free counseling to every student. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. Aug 20

    Bringing an HBCU to Oakland

    Host Dave Clark sits down with Kim Thompson, one of the organizers behind the effort to bring an Historically Black College or University to the Bay Area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  9. 07/26/2025

    Community, Culture, and Financial Empowerment

    On this episode of Talk of the Town, Dave Clark sits down with three people working to help Black and Brown low-income communities in the Bay Area. Kendra Willis and Sonya Beavers are helping teach financial literacy to help people get ahead, and Marlon McWilson is not only working to feed the hungry every year at Thanksgiving, but also teaching people about financial independence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  10. 03/29/2025

    Talk of the Town: Norma Jean Rogers-Jackson

    Dave Clark sits down with a women whose late husband was a prominent, history-making doctor in the Bay Area. Dr. Oscar Jackson broke barriers, and had a major impact on the world of medicine. His wife, Norma Jean Rogers-Jackson joins Dave in studio to discuss his legacy and influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • 10 Episodes

About

A dive into the East Bay's rich history, feeding all types of conversations, from goodwill to controversy, that Oaklanders have every day.

Information

  • Creator
    KTVU Fox 2 (Bay Area)
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © KTVU, 2025
  • Show Website
    Talk of the Town