The Independent Voter Podcast unpacks the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, the broken systems behind New York’s mayoral race, and California’s redistricting fight.

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Rory and Kerrie discuss a surprising hypothetical: discovering a loved one’s face on a makeup ad without consent. What begins as pride quickly turns into a conversation about personal violation, “use of likeness” laws, and how individuals can stand up to corporate giants misusing their image.

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Chad Peace and Cara McCormick discuss gerrymandering, closed primaries, and how partisan battles undermine the individual right to vote. They tackle one of the most fundamental questions of American democracy: does your right to vote really count? From gerrymandering battles in Texas, California, and Missouri to lawsuits over closed primaries, the conversation reveals how partisan maneuvering leaves independents and everyday voters sidelined.

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What happens when everyone has a vision but no one agrees on the recipe? In this behind-the-scenes look at the OLAS Media studio, Lina and JC share the lessons (and laughter) that come from navigating big ideas, creative egos, and caffeine-fueled chaos.

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What happens when one of the most famous attorneys in America, the man behind the Erin Brockovich case; turns out to be running a Ponzi scheme? In this episode of Unseen Impact, Rory and Kerrie dive into the story of Tom Girardi, the $50 million theft that left clients betrayed, and why trust between lawyer and client is everything.

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Mark Cafferty has a big job. He leads the San Diego Regional EDC, the engine that helps businesses solve problems and grow our local economy. He also is a devoted husband (his wife Charlene is a physician) and a father to two boys who lead active lives. Kids ground us, Mark says, and even if he’s working on a deal to bring a new airline to the San Diego Airport, nothing matters more than getting his son to baseball practice. Tony and Juan unpack all that and more with Mark, who grew up in Boston, where he was surrounded by strong women role models throughout his family, and some tough neighborhood kids who always seemed to have his back. They helped shape him, as did his parents. Tune in now to check out this new episode of Dear San Diego to learn about Mark, leadership, and the strengths and weaknesses of our local economy.

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Ever wonder how March and Ash built more than a brand and what it really takes to run one of California’s top retailers? In our latest episode of The Dodi Connection, we go behind the scenes with Anthony Astolfi and Charlotte Daciolas—two key players at March and Ash—who break down the grind, the growth, and the game-changing moves that built an empire. From tech innovations to turning budtenders into bosses, this story goes deeper than product shelves

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Chad Peace and Cara McCormick unpack the partisan fight over gerrymandering, what it means for independent voters, and why the battle may be a race to the bottom.

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Assemblymember David Alvarez sits down with housing policy expert Shane Phillips to unpack California’s housing crisis. From personal stories to policy solutions, they explore the “Three S’s” every community needs: supply, stability, and subsidy, and how a balanced approach can make housing affordable and sustainable for future generations.

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Rory and Kerrie share how they met as Peace Corp volunteers in Guatemala, the projects they worked on, and the lessons in trust, adaptability, and listening that continue to influence their lives, family, and legal practice today.

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