The California Conversation

Author: Tess Abraham

Join the conversation shaping Californias future! Tune into The California Conversation podcast for the latest updates on California legislation. Itll help you stay in the loop and empower you to shape our beautiful state. Get clear, common-sense insights on new and proposed bills that help you think critically and decide how you want our state to be governed. The future of California is in our hands!
Be a guest on this podcast

Language: en

Genres: News, News Commentary, Politics

Contact email: Get it

Feed URL: Get it

iTunes ID: Get it

Get all podcast data

Listen Now...

Ep. 71 | How Minnesota’s Fraud Scandal Exposes California
Episode 71
Thursday, 22 January, 2026

Minnesota’s fraud scandal exposed billions in wasted taxpayer dollars – and now federal investigators are turning their attention to California. From healthcare and education to homelessness and the high-speed rail, this week I am breaking down why California’s largest programs are being flagged as high-risk for fraud, waste, and abuse!Check out more content related to California politics, here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI6CiPPZnCntOxJ2m6iAHX3sj1_Ll0RuF&si=sth4tWwMbFvQcBhbFor sources cited in compiling today’s episode, check out my corresponding article here: https://www.thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/how-minnesotas-fraud-scandal-exposes-californiaTimestamps:00:00 – 01:17 Introduction01:18 – 05:14 The “Minnesota Model”05:15 – 11:12 Where to Look Next: Califraudia11:13 – 21:16 Sources of Fraud in California21:17 – 27:12 Uncovering Fraud MattersBrand Partners!WE HEART NUTRITION: Get 20% off high-quality supplements and support mothers facing unplanned pregnancies! They are pro-baby, pro-mama, pro-life, and American owned! Use code TESSABRAHAM at checkout, or shop through my link here: https://www.weheartnutrition.com/tessabraham.SEVEN WEEKS COFFEE: Get 10% off high-quality, mission-oriented coffee products while supporting pregnancy resource centers throughout the country! Use my code TESSABRAHAM at checkout or shop through my link here: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/TESSABRAHAMEVERY LIFE: Get 10% off premium diapers, wipes, and other baby products, as well as non-toxic women’s health products, while supporting a company that values every life by partnering with 900+ pro-life organizations. Use code TESSA10 or shop through my link here: https://everylife.com/discount/TESSA10AMALLOW: Get 15% off clean skincare at Amallow Naturals through my link https://amallow.com/tessabraham or use the code 650Q2ZY3HL at checkout! *Discount code will automatically be applied at checkout through my link.CURIE: Get 10% off nontoxic deodorant and other crunchy approved products at Curie with my code, CURIETESSABRAHAM, or shop my link: curiebod.com/CURIETESSABRAHAM