Reviews
This podcast is a great way to start the day, and I appreciate the deep local news coverage. Thank you, KQED!
DeedeeB. via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/15/23
“All the news, to keep you rooted.” Erica Cruz Guevara and company offer great local, Bay Area journalism. From the North Bay to the South, from the Town to the City, I hear stories that are trending like Oakland’s homeless or the recent South Bay ballot measure for a no-caste vote. But more...Read full review »
PaulSpitz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/20/23
As expected from San Francisco it’s chuck full of liberal, leftist crap.
TriRamses via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/18/23
I’ve been listening for years and I notice a change in the narrative. Lately, this podcast has become too liberal. It’s very bias and only states information from the left point of view. I’m not happy that it’s pro-BLM even though the BLM “nonprofit” has proven to be a scam.
Food admirer via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/05/23
I really appreciate that the podcast can focus on one issue in depth in each episode. However, is it possible to also include a small section of other day-to-day stuff, such as weather, major public transport outages, etc?
Cloud & Wind via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/12/23
I feel much more connected to the Bay Area since I added this to my mandatory listening!
Suzannekmoses via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/01/23
I know this isn’t the right place to leave a comment on a particular podcast, but I didn’t know where else to share comment. The latest episode “ the clean girl aesthetic” was great I really enjoyed it. I’m Bay Area guy in my late 30s with no kids let alone teenage girls in my “household” on...Read full review »
chris jx123 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/13/22
If you have a liberal bias even for The Bay Area, this is part of your echo chamber. If you are looking for balanced views or at least all sides, this has no value. If you do not speak Spanish, you cannot follow many stories. This used to be solid journalism. Very sad 😔
just.this.guy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/22
The (first of many I’m sure) People’s Park episode was particularly interesting and informative. Thank you for the in-depth background, reporting, and reality-check. This is the kind of event/issue/location/situation that I feel this podcast is uniquely suited for.
lobosteeler via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/05/22
The episode I listen to on self driving cars was almost unreasonable because the mix was so bad. It was distracting bring the levels down on the SFX please and thanks for the great information.
RaeOn1999 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/22/22
Such a great podcast. I totally relate. And especially heavily related with a recent episode with Ericka. I’m from Fairfield, and it’s a balancing act of either Bay Area or Sac living. Love the show, can’t wait for more from Ericka! Missing your voice Devin!
missterrific via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/10/21
Used to be a great show. Somewhere along the social upheaval of 2016-current the company took a side and reports one sidedly with major bias. Sad.
Dubski007 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/10/21
I’ll miss you Devin Katayama the MVP host!!! Amazing local SF podcast at just the right length for locals and expats alike. I always learn something new, cool, and interesting!
telletelltelle via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/31/21
I’m so glad I found this podcast! As a Bay Area native and resident it’s so important to understand what’s happening, and the historical context for it. Love the host, the stories, and this narrative way of presenting the news.
sandra9870 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/04/21
I used to like this podcast and appreciated the deep dives into local issues. Lately, the topics have all been social injustice of the week. It’s not journalism when only one side is presented. This podcast, and the left, are so obsessed with race and oppression.
sjfjcnkkh via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/28/21
I’m just going to leave it at that—this show chooses meaningful content, rigorously researched, and presented in ways that move us to think, be and do something about parts of life that matter deeply.
JamesGrateful via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/24/21
I return to this podcast day after day to feel connected and knowledgeable about this place where I have lived for over 50 years and still don’t know as well as I should.
Mom, Inc via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/22/21
I love this podcast. The team always finds interesting topics with a new spin. Knowing more about the area where I live is invaluable.
Eoos82 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/22/21
Don’t listen to this podcast if you’re looking for a balanced reporting. The stories are done from a social justice, leftist perspective. There is a very clear editorial bent to every episode (namely that capitalism is evil). I nearly fell out of my chair when I heard the host used to do stand up...Read full review »
Heysteeevo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/28/21
I really can’t say how much this podcast helps me keep my sanity. Without the morning commute, daily sights sounds and smells of a before-times day and little ways we get news throughout the day it’s so easy to fall into your own oblivion. The Bay reminds me that there’s something bigger than me....Read full review »
TamanegiTown via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/18/20
Thank you Devin, your voice is great and I enjoy the subjects and your delivery of information about our wonderful Bay Area and people who make it unique. I live in Vallejo. (these kids are fearless) Great coverage of our struggle here with police and community. I have been in the Bay Area...Read full review »
69draggy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/18/20
I love this podcast!
Dusty Tattoo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/21/20
I’ve learned so much from listening to The Bay. Can’t recommend it enough. The hosts are so good at storytelling about people and communities in the Bay Area, and often bring out hidden or underserved voices you don’t find in other major news outlets.
hshfjeneicj via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/18/20
Every area in the country needs this type of quality reporting.
Aaron Quinn via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/07/20
This wonderful team gives the people of The Bay a voice, and shines a light on the issues and happenings impacting us.
MrsEC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/05/20
This podcast informs you on tons of things that go on in the Bay Area. Very in-depth in so many areas. My brother who moved away from the Bay Area 6 years ago listens just to keep him informed on what’s going on in the bay.
bubbles47 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/31/20
Devin + Ericka + Alan and the entire team at The Bay podcast are ~phenomenal~ at getting to the heart of a local story. If you’re tired of reading/watching local news just touch the surface here in the SF Bay Area, LISTEN to KQED’s The Bay. Don’t see a Bay Area story being told? just ask this...Read full review »
middleChildBlues via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/31/20
Born and raised in the bay (although some wouldn’t consider Petaluma the bay) and I have loooooved every single episode of this podcast, no joke. They tackle everything from social/racial justice, to highlighting local leaders, to life (um episodes about BART!!? Yes???!!), art, and culture. The...Read full review »
Eva💩 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/31/20
Love Mr Branch. Knew him from Montera Middle School. Thank you for sharing his story and wonderful work
Scooter11! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/25/20
From issues such as housing to social equity, Devin and team have done an awesome job creating and producing the content of this podcast. I particularly enjoyed the 5 part series How We Got Here that talks about the various facets of the current economic and labor conditions. Keep up the...Read full review »
AJ from SJ via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/13/20
The five part series “how we got here” is fantastic. Can not recommend it enough.
Low71 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/12/20
How many businesses are now being allowed to discriminate against homeless and poor by refusing cash during a pandemic? I’d like a show on that if possible.
mihyphyke via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/27/20
Love the show, hopefully you guys fix the download issue where the entire back catalog redownloaded soon
Spiffandbiff via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/04/20
This is a must if you’re from The Bay. Straight up. Lets freakin go! ⛽️
Gas Light Apparel via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/20/20
...everything having to be race related. Seriously, once you let go of your anger and not look at EVERYTHING through a racial lens, the world opens up. Also, “Laninx”? Enough already millennials, you can’t re-brand a race with an x. Maybe it’s just me being 42 but it looks foolish. I have an...Read full review »
CharlieHustle16 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/27/20
Thank you for unifying the voices and communities within the Bay.
Asarien via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/17/19
Though I’m on the east coast, I listen to this excellent podcast to feel in touch with the Bay Area, where my grown children live. Its coverage of area issues is both granular and widely relatable. I look forward to every episode.
nichcnm via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/14/19
Excellent perspectives on current events relevant to the Bay Area. Well produced, well sourced, well reported. Thanks for helping keep us aware of important issues.
fnordy mcfnord via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/14/19
Can you please not subsidize and support the terrible regime of the CCP and its puppets in Macau? The fact that you’re running Beijing-sponsored ads for Hong Kong’s neighbor that capitulated to the PROC while Hong Kongers are fighting for the survival of their democracy is a bit gross.
Sleepyjl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/29/19
Maybe it’s a sign of the times we live in, but most of the topics are real downers. I like to listen to pods that brighten up my morning - or at least don’t put me in a bummed out mood. But from local shootings to the homeless and housing crises, it feels like only 1 out of 5 episodes have...Read full review »
Evans792 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/19
The Bay keeps it’s local and keeps us in the know... but can we all also admit how cute the host is?
Hamid85 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/22/19
Ericka Cruz Guevarra absolutely makes my mornings!
poddconvert via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/07/19
I’ve been listening to this podcast for a year and I am confident that I am far more informed of the issues and challenges in the bay.
PipeliningRocks via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/30/19
Great mix of in-the-field and in-studio coverage of hyper-local, Bay Area topics. Keep up the good work!
SFEileen via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/15/19
If you want easy to follow, brief and relevant reporting of what’s happening around The Bay Area, look no further! This podcast is my friendly nugget of investigative local journalism. Thank you Devin, Erika and the team at The Bay for all you bring to us! Keep up the great work!!!
yellikeh via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/07/19
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