POLITICO’s California Playbook discusses the new legislative special session. The new documentary “Counted Out” looks at the power of engaging with math. Finally, local music journalist Aaron Carnes on his book and podcast “In Defense of Ska.”

POLITICO’s California Playbook

The newest group of California state lawmakers have been sworn into office, as legislative Democrats kick off a special session to bolster the state against the incoming Trump administration. Dustin Gardiner, co-author of POLITICO’s California Playbook provides a look at possible legislation that could be introduced in the next session, as well as an update on politics across California.

‘Counted Out’ Documentary

A new documentary called “Counted Out” looks at math’s power to help shape democratic society and serve as a lens for major issues like climate change, political division, and economic or social inequity. Filmmaker Vicki Abeles and Maureen Lojo, Professor of Supply Chain Management at Sacramento State talk about the importance of re-engaging with math, as well as a screening and panel discussion about “Counted Out” at Sac State this Thursday at 6pm.

Aaron Carnes and ‘In Defense of Ska’

Music journalist Aaron Carnes has a soft spot for ska. He’s turned his appreciation for this evolving art form into a book and a podcast, “In Defense of Ska.” He’s currently on tour for the release of the book’s second edition and he joins Insight in-studio to talk about ska’s lasting legacy.