In this week's episode of Unfiltered, our panel and guests explore the redistricting process and what it means for the future of our community. Changes in political district boundaries could have an impact on who is chosen to represent local residents in the years ahead - and what policies and...
Unfiltered – Biden’s Plan for Infrastructure and Tax Hikes
This week, GV Wire: Unfiltered examines President Joe Biden’s infrastructure and tax hike plans. Special Guests: Tony Boren, Executive Director of the Fresno Council of Governments Miguel Arias, Fresno City Councilmember, District 3 Tune into Unfiltered every Tuesday night at 6 p.m. live on gvwire.com and Facebook. (Watch) Full Episode (Watch) Fresno County...
Unfiltered: Foster Care Crisis in Fresno
In this week's episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire examines the foster care crisis in the Fresno area. GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi is joined by Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi and Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau to explore this important issue impacting our community’s most vulnerable kids. Special Guests: Lisa...
Unfiltered: The Opioid Crisis & Cannabis Shops in Fresno
In the Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021, episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi, Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau, and Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi talk about the opioid crisis and cannabis shops that will soon be coming to Fresno. Special Guests: Flindt Andersen, President & Founder of P.A.I.N. (Parents...
Unfiltered: Student Vaccine Mandates and What You Need to Know
In the Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi and Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau, talk about California's student vaccine mandate and what that means for Central Valley schools. Special Guests: Eimear O' Brien, Clovis Unified Superintendent Keshia Thomas, Fresno Unified Trustee Tune into Unfiltered...
Unfiltered – Will California’s $12 Billion Plan Fix Homelessness?
In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi and Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi talk about California's $12 billion plan to fix homelessness. Special Guests: Matt Dildine, CEO, Fresno Rescue Mission H Spees, Director of Strategic Initiatives, City of Fresno Tune into Unfiltered every Tuesday night at...
Unfiltered – Is a Pot Shop Coming to Your Neighborhood?
In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi and Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau recap the State of the County Breakfast and discuss the upcoming opening of 21 retail marijuana shops in neighborhoods across Fresno. Special Guests: Pastor Kevin Foster, Life Bridge Church Dr. Steven Fogg, Clovis...
Unfiltered – After The Recall: What’s Next For California?
In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi, Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau, and Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi talk about California's failed gubernatorial recall and what’s next for Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state. Special Guests: Dan Walters, Political Expert & Columnist Jessica Patterson, California Republican...
Unfiltered – Crimes, Jobs, PG&E Rates: What’s the Common Link?
In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi, Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau, and Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi talk about crime, jobs, and PG&E rates. Special Guest: Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer Full Episode Unfiltered Clip - Mayor Dyer on Business and Future of Fresno Unfiltered Clip...
Unfiltered – Mask it or Vax it for Schools and Employment?
In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, GV Wire Publisher Darius Assemi, Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau, and Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi talk about masks and COVID vaccine mandates for schools and businesses. Special Guests: Dr. Steven Fogg, Clovis Unified School Board President Dr. John Zweifler, Public Health Physician Full...