We’ve kicked off a brand new Real Talk series: Getting to Know Amador County—bringing you the who’s, what’s, and where’s of Amador County, CA.

In Episode 3, we sit down with City of Jackson City Manager Carl Simpson for a closer look at the person behind the position—and the future of Jackson.

In this conversation, we cover:
• Carl’s background and how he made his way to Amador County
• His role and priorities as City Manager
• Housing challenges facing Jackson
• The future of Main Street and efforts to revitalize the city
• What growth and development could look like moving forward

Stay through to the end—we also dive into the homelessness issue and what it means for Jackson.

🎧 Watch here: https://youtu.be/7rgHWB2D2kE
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👇 What would you ask your City Manager? Drop it in the comments.

Getting to Know Amador County airs every Sunday—your guide to the people and topics shaping our community. More to come.

Missed Episode 2 with Superintendent Jared Critchfield? Check it out here:
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Y’all… we took Real Talk on the road 🤠✨ and landed straight in the heart of Music City 🎸

Episode 26 is LIVE and we’re bringing you along for the ride as Kandi & Garrett head to Nashville with special guests Adam Thompson (yes… the guy who’s usually behind the camera 👀) and Kyle Vaith!

We’re breaking down:
🎶 What Nashville is REALLY like
🍗 Our favorite spots (and why everyone’s obsessed)
🤠 Why it’s become a top “go-to” destination
🎤 The nonstop live music scene (we’re talking bands from 10AM to 2AM 😳)

And here’s the kicker… you don’t just hear about it… you SEE it 🎥🔥
Catch all the behind-the-scenes footage on YouTube and Spotify so you can experience it with us.

Even if you’re not a drinker, Nashville still delivers. Music City lives up to the hype 💯

PLUS… don’t miss this week’s “What the Z?” 🤯
These Gen Z terms are getting wild… but hey, we’re learning 😂

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If you’ve been wondering what all the Nashville hype is about… this episode is your answer.

This is Real Talk 🎙️

🎙️ This episode will have you laughing one minute… and thinking the next.

Join Kandi & Garrett as they dive into some real-life, real-fun conversations you didn’t know you needed:

• 🚿 Men’s body wash choices… are we overthinking this or not thinking enough?!
• 😏 The word “delicious” — are we only using it for food anymore?
• ✝️ Easter today… is it becoming “Christmas 2.0” or are we holding onto the true meaning?

This episode brings humor, perspective, and a little bit of truth we all need to hear. As we celebrate this season, we want to remind you:

Jesus is alive.

From all of us at Real Talk, we wish you and your families a very blessed and Happy Easter. 💛

🔥 PLUS:
Don’t miss our Gen Z Word of the Week — breaking down the latest slang and helping bridge the gap one phrase at a time.

🎸 AND… get ready:
Next week we’re bringing you something BIG… Real Talk goes to Nashville! You don’t want to miss it.

👉 Watch, laugh, think… and join the conversation.

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Is Easter more about traditions for you… or the true meaning? Let’s talk about it.

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This week on Real Talk, we’ve got a special guest in the studio—Vicki from Placer Title—and trust us… this episode is one you don’t want to miss!

From sharing her biggest fear (and it might surprise you 👀) to breaking down how to protect your home from title fraud, Vicki brings the knowledge in a way that’s both real, relatable, and entertaining.

We’re talking real-life scenarios, real risks, and real ways to protect what matters most—your home. 🏡

And of course… it wouldn’t be Real Talk without some fun along the way.

🔥 PLUS — don’t miss our latest segment of “What the Z” where we break down another Gen Z phrase to help bridge the gap!

🎙️ And next week… Real Talk heads to Nashville 🤠🎶 — you definitely don’t want to miss what’s coming!

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Have you ever thought about title fraud before?!

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🎙️ This week on Real Talk with Kandi & Garrett (Season 2, Episode 23), we sit down with Hannah Castiaux — author, podcaster, mom, and a passionate lover of Jesus.

Hannah just released her powerful new book “Intentionally Designed,” where she tackles something we all face — the pressure of filters, social media, and the constant feeling that we have to measure up.

But here’s the truth: God doesn’t make junk.

In this episode, Hannah shares how to break free from comparison, stop living for the world’s expectations, and step boldly into who God created you to be — unapologetically.

We also dive into her podcast, “God’s Glory for Your Story,” and the heart behind sharing real, faith-filled conversations that remind us every story has purpose.

🔥 This episode is packed with:
• Faith over filters
• Identity & purpose
• Real-life struggles and breakthroughs
• Heart, grit, and perseverance

👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation.

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This is Real Talk.

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Today on Real Talk with Kandi & Garrett, we sit down with Marie Alvarado-Gil for an incredible, raw, and inspiring conversation you do not want to miss.

Marie’s story is unlike most you hear in politics. She never held an elected position before being voted into the California State Senate, yet her passion for serving people, especially those in small towns and rural communities, helped propel her into one of the most important roles in the state. In this interview, Marie opens up about where she came from, what shaped her values, and why she continues to fight for the everyday people of California.

This isn’t a typical political interview. This is a real conversation about grit, perseverance, community, and leadership. Marie shares the challenges she’s faced, the responsibility she feels representing the people, and why she’s running again in the upcoming election.

If you care about real stories, real values, and real people making a difference, you’re going to love this episode.

🎙️ Also check out our newest episode of What the Z where we break down Gen Z language one word at a time and bridge the gap between generations.

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Real Talk brings real issues, from real perspectives, in real life.

This is Real Talk.

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In this episode of Real Talk with Kandi Thompson & Garrett Gray, we sit down with local IHSS workers and a program organizer to bring awareness to the vital role caregivers play in our community—and the challenges they face when it comes to fair compensation.

IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services) workers help seniors and individuals with disabilities remain safely in their homes while providing essential daily care. Despite the impact they have on families across Amador County and beyond, many caregivers are still advocating for wages that reflect the importance of their work.

With an Amador County Board of Supervisors meeting on March 10th, this conversation comes at a critical time as community members and caregivers raise their voices about the future of this program.

In this episode we discuss:
• The real work IHSS caregivers do every day
• Why compensation has been a challenge
• Possible wage changes on the horizon
• How people can become IHSS providers

If you’ve ever considered work that truly makes a difference in people’s lives, this conversation might open the door to an opportunity you didn’t know existed.

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TODAY is a huge day for our community!

Yesterday, we sat down with Argonaut Varsity Boys Head Coach Jon Gilliam and a couple of his players before they take the court at the SJS Championship Game at Golden 1 Arena against longtime rival Bret Harte.

Hear their mindset, their preparation, and what it means to represent Amador on the biggest stage.

These young men and their coach represent hard work, discipline, and heart, and we couldn’t be more proud.

📍 Golden 1 Arena
🕛 Tip-off: 12:00 PM

🎥 Watch the full interview here:
https://linktr.ee/realtalkwkg?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Let’s show up and support Argonaut! 💛
This is Real Talk.