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In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, host Franco Finn sits down with Anne Taupier, Executive Director of the Office of Economic & Workforce Development, for one of the most inspiring conversations about the future of our city.We dive into: -The Vacant to Vibrant program thatâs drawing 800+ small businesses to downtown-How SF is reinventing itself as a 24/7 mixedâuse neighborhood-Workforce programs like CityBuild and TechSF preparing residents for the jobs of tomorrow-Why San Francisco is the global capital for AI AND a powerhouse for arts and cultureHidden neighborhoods, new restaurants, and the rise of night markets-What makes San Francisco such a magnetic, resilient, and innovative cityIf you love this city, live in it, work in it, or are curious about its comeback â this episode is for you.www.sfgov.org/oewd
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Join us for a powerful conversation with Becca Prowda, First Lady of San Francisco, as she shares the inspiration and mission behind One City Day â San Franciscoâs brandânew, citywide day of service happening July 11.In this episode, Becca explains why service is at the heart of the cityâs future, how One City Day was created, and what it means for all 11 districts, Treasure Island, our parks, green spaces, and neighborhoods. We also talk about her journey in public service, her love for SFâs neighborhoods, and the importance of reconnecting as a community.Sign up for One City Day:Visit sf.gov and search âOne City Dayâ to choose from hundreds of volunteer opportunities across the city.Letâs roll up our sleeves and show what our #OneCity can do together.
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In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Honey Mahogany, Director of the San Francisco Office of Transgender Initiatives (OTI)âan activist, artist, entrepreneur, and public servant.
From growing up in the Outer Sunset and performing in musical theater and drag to practicing social work and shaping city policy, Honey shares a powerful journey rooted in service, community, and equity.
We talk about her San Francisco roots, her early social work at the Rainbow Community Center, coâowning The Stud to preserve queer culture, and coâfounding the Transgender Cultural District.
She reflects on the surge in antiâtrans legislation nationwide and the resulting migration to refuge cities, updates to SFâs Fair Chance Ordinance to protect people criminalized for genderâaffirming or reproductive care and for performing drag, and the importance of representation inside City Hall.
https://sf.gov/transcitysf
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In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Dennis Herrera, General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC). From his early days serving on city commissions to nearly two decades as San Francisco City Attorney and his leadership at the SFPUC, Dennis shares stories from a career dedicated to public service.
He reflects on landmark legal battles that helped shape California and the nation, including the fight for marriage equality, protecting immigrant communities, defending access to health care, and holding corporations accountable.
We talk about his transition to leading the SFPUC during a pivotal moment for the agency, the progress made on public power, environmental stewardship, and major infrastructure investments that will serve generations to come.
Dennis also reflects on leadership, public service, and the values that have guided his work on behalf of San Franciscans.
https://www.sfpuc.gov
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In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Sherrice DorseyâSmith, Executive Director of the Department of Children, Youth & Their Families (DCYF). From her early days in AmeriCorps to leading one of SFâs most impactful departments, Sherrice shares an inspiring journey rooted in service, equity, and commitment to young people.
We talk about her first experiences in San Francisco, the mission of DCYF and the 249 programs they fund, and the massive pivots her team made during the pandemic, including building Community Hubs that served more than 6,000 children. Sherrice also reflects on the importance of mental health and supporting the âwhole child,â the departmentâs work in youth violence prevention, community needs, and family summits, as well as her Womenâs History Month recognition and her vision for the future of San Francisco.https://dcyf.org
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In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Carol Isen, Director of Human Resources for the City and County of San Francisco. Carol traces her journey from Detroit activist roots to becoming one of SFâs leading voices on workforce development, labor relations, equity, and public service.She shares stories from her early days as a union organizer, what it was like being on the Bay Bridge during the 1989 earthquake, how her department navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, and the massive modernization efforts underway to improve hiring and support city workers. We also dive into her love of music, LGBTQ history in SF, and the essential people who keep this city running.
sf.gov/DHR
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In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Jorge Rivas, Executive Director of the Office of Civic Engagement & Immigrant Affairs (OCEIA). Jorge shares his powerful story as the son of immigrants, his mission to remove barriers for newcomers, and how San Francisco became the first city in the nation to earn a 5âstar Welcoming America certification.
From Pride Month to his favorite Sunset breakfast spot, this episode dives into culture, community, and what it takes to make San Francisco the most welcoming city in the world.
Learn more about OCEIAâs programs, community ambassadors, language access, citizenship pathways, and the June 8th City Hall celebration.
https://sf.gov/oceia
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Join us in the basement of San Francisco City Hall for an inâdepth conversation with City Attorney David Chiu, who breaks down the biggest legal battles shaping the cityâfrom the lawsuit targeting ultraâprocessed food companies to the urgent fight against AIâgenerated deepfake pornography. He explains how these cases impact public health, safety, and civil rights, while also touching on housing enforcement, worker protections, and San Franciscoâs pushback against harmful federal policies.
City Attorney Chiu also shares his personal journey from growing up as one of the only Asian kids in his Boston neighborhood to discovering his passion for civil rights and eventually becoming SFâs City Attorney. Along the way, he reflects on AAPI representation, the resilience of San Francisco, his favorite hidden gems, and even a bit of Boston sports nostalgia. If you care about justice, civic leadership, or the future of San Francisco, youâll love this episode.
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Go behind the scenes of San Franciscoâs film renaissance with Manijeh Fata, Executive Director of the San Francisco Film Commission. In this deepâdive conversation, we explore SFâs iconic cinematic history, the cityâs powerful new $1M filming incentive, how the film office kept productions alive during the pandemic, and the exciting wave of movies and series returning to shoot in the city.Manijeh shares her personal journey from community activism to filmmaking, memorable celebrity encounters (including Keanu Reeves!), and her vision for empowering local storytellers and underrepresented creatives. Whether youâre a film professional, an SF lover, or a movie geek, this episode pulls back the curtain on how San Francisco is reclaiming its role as one of the most cinematic cities in the world.https://www.filmsf.org/
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Meet Gabrielle âGabbieâ Listana, the 18âyearâold Chair of the San Francisco Youth Commission representing more than 175,000 young people across the city.
In this episode, Gabbie opens up about growing up in the Tenderloin and SOMA, leading major youthâdriven legislation like Free Muni for Youth, pushing for language access, fighting for environmental justice, and supporting immigrant and LGBTQ+ youth. She also talks about AI in the classroom, the impact of social media on youth wellâbeing, and what adults often misunderstand about young people.
From her fatherâs activism to her own grassroots organizing â including a massive youth walkout that took over four city blocks â Gabbie represents the bold, informed, and passionate voice of San Franciscoâs next generation.
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What does it mean to serve and protect the city that raised you? In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, Sheriff Paul Miyamoto shares his story as a fourthâgeneration San Franciscan, the first elected Asian American sheriff in California, and a leader dedicated to safety, compassion, and community.Sheriff Miyamoto takes us behind the scenes of the SF Sheriffâs Officeâfrom growing up in Chinatown and the Richmond to building rehabilitation programs inside the jails, launching the new RESET Center for drug stabilization, and working sideâbyâside with SFPD to address the fentanyl crisis.https://joinsfsheriff.com/
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San Francisco Treasurer JosĂ© Cisneros joins us to share how his office helps keep the city running â and supports the people who call it home.
From Bank On San Francisco to EITC outreach, free financial counseling, and major smallâbusiness tax relief through Prop M, JosĂ© breaks down the programs empowering residents across the city.
If you care about community impact, financial empowerment, or how our cityâs money really works, this episode is for you.https://sftreasurer.org/
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San Francisco LOVES its libraries â and after this episode, you will too. City Librarian Michael Lambert joins us to spotlight the incredible free resources at SFPL â from teen media labs and music studios to AI workshops, vinyl collections, Bay Beats, recovery services, and cultural events like Night of Ideas.
Celebrate National Library Week and discover why San Francisco reads.
Explore resources at https://sfpl.org
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What does it take to keep a worldâclass city safe?
In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Mary Ellen Carroll, Executive Director of the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management â the woman overseeing 911 dispatch, largeâscale events, emergency operations, disaster planning, coordinated street response, and more.
Mary Ellen shares how her love of surfing and the ocean connects to her leadership style, reflects on guiding the city through COVID, breaks down what DEM actually does, and offers practical tips every SF resident should know to prepare for earthquakes and unexpected emergencies.sf.gov/readysf
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What does it take to keep San Francisco online, secure, and connected? CIO Michael Makstman shares his journey from a 15âyearâold refugee learning English through Star Trek to leading the cityâs technology. From free WiâFi in Chinatown to modernizing fire stations and bringing AI to 30,000 city employees, this episode dives into the tech shaping SFâs future.
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San Francisco has been a climate leader for decades â but how did we get here, and what comes next? In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down with Tyrone Jue, Director of the SF Environment Department, to explore his journey from growing up in Chinatown to shaping the cityâs bold climate future to celebrate Earth month.https://www.sfenvironment.org/
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Ralph Remington, Director of Cultural Affairs for the SF Arts Commission, joins Franco Finn to talk art, community, leadership, and why you shouldnât sleep on San Francisco. From his journey through the military and the Obama administration to shaping public art and equity in SF, Ralph shares powerful insights on culture, creativity, AI, and the cityâs future.
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From childhood kiteâflying at Ocean Beach to leading one of the most important offices in SF government, Joaquin shares what makes our city truly special: its people, its neighborhoods, and the stories we create together.
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City Administrator Carmen Chu joins us in the first episode of âI Left My Podcast in San Franciscoâ to share her personal journeyâfrom her familyâs immigrant roots to leading one of the cityâs most complex public service operations. We talk resilience, representation, food, neighborhoods, and what it really takes to keep San Francisco running.
