Each week I do a one-hour radio show – California: The Alpha State . It is a full hour: no commercials, no call-ins. It is an opportunity for an in-depth discussion on the issues facing our state and our nation.

Today’s guest was Jack Stewart, president of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association. We discuss the present state and the future of manufacturing and technology in California, the challenges and opportunities related to both and how it impacts each of us.

For those who like to look ahead, next week’s guest is David Lesher of the New America Foundation and we’ll be discussing direct and deliberative democracy.

If you missed any of our recent shows, take a look at my website and catch shows with Senator Tom McClintock, author Jeff Cohen and actor/author John Ratzenberger.

Upcoming guests include former UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter, Ward Connerly and Secretary of State Debra Bowen.