In our tenth episode of Youth in the Loop, we sit down with Sue Zwahlen, Mayor of Modesto, to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the city's future. Mayor Zwahlen shares her perspective on topics including General Plan 2050, housing affordability, homelessness, downtown revitalization, and youth civic engagement. We also explore the realities of local leadership, public trust, and how young people can play a meaningful role in shaping their community. Tune in for an insightful conversation about the future of Modesto and the decisions that will define it for years to come.

In our ninth episode of Youth in the Loop, we sit down with Moses Abeyta, a student activist, community organizer, and President of the Stanislaus Young Dems Club. Moses shares his journey into civic engagement, what inspired him to become involved in community advocacy, and how young people can create meaningful change in their communities. We discuss the realities of organizing student-led initiatives, the challenges facing youth participation today, and the growing role of student voices in shaping local conversations. Tune in for an insightful discussion on leadership, activism, and the power of young people to make an impact.

In our eighth episode of Youth in the Loop, we sit down with Ethan Kelly, a political strategist, digital communicator, and founder of the YouTube channel Let’s Talk Elections. Ethan shares his journey from creating political content as a teenager to working on major campaigns, including Kamala Harris and Texas State Representative James Talarico, as well as his experience in the White House. We discuss the power of digital media in shaping political narratives, what happens behind the scenes of modern campaigns, and how messaging reaches millions of voters. Tune in for an inside look at the intersection of politics, media, and youth influence in today’s world.