After the Weather with Spencer Christian

After the Weather with Spencer Christian

From ABC7 News, Spencer Christian draws on more than 50 years as a broadcast journalist and weathercaster to bring listeners thoughtful conversations from unique perspectives. From difficult dialogue on race relations and climate change to amusing anecdotes and deeply personal revelations, Spencer and his guests explore a wide range of topics. The goal is simple: to engage with interesting people, hear their stories, and learn about the journeys that shaped who they are.

Episodes

A Mother's Hope | Ft. Tara Campbell

December 27, 2025 • 18 mins
In this episode of After the Weather, Spencer Christian sits down with ABC7 reporter and documentary filmmaker Tara Campbell to discuss A Mother’s Hope and the urgent realities facing families navigating severe mental illness. The conversation explores the unsettling connection between the case of Rob Reiner and one of the son’s featured in the documentary, highlighting the warning signs and fear that often precede tragedy. Tara an...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Weathering the Journey | Spencer Christian

December 23, 2024 • 56 mins
In this very special episode, Spencer Christian sits down with Producer Leonard Torres to discusses Spencer's own journey through life, career and battles with gambling addiction. We live, we laugh we learn about Elmo King! Editor: Paige McIntyre Audio Engineer: Danny Tulledge Producer/Guest-Host: Leonard Torres Executive Producer: Jarrod Lowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

In the booth ft. Jackie Speier and Phil Matier | All things elections

November 3, 2024 • 44 mins
In this special elections focused After the Weather, Spencer talks to two power house political insiders - Former United States Representative Jackie Speier and ABC7 political insider Phil Matier. The Honorable Jackie Speier talks about her time as a Representative and how she sees the current state of politics and this election. Then, Phil and Spencer have an electric debate over their predications for this election and the curren...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

California's Case for Reparations | Julian Glover

June 19, 2024 • 30 mins
On this episode Spencer Christian sits with Julian Glover, ABC7 anchor and Race and Culture reporter, to discuss his latest ABC7 Original documentary - "California's Case for Reparations." Julian and Spencer dive into the historical context around reparations and the possible future and likely hood of reparations. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Lear...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Sharing AAPI History and Culture | Lindsay Nakano

May 31, 2024 • 20 mins
To mark the last day of AAPI Heritage Month, Spencer sat down with ABC7 News Producer Lindsay Nakano to talk about her family's history and why AAPI month is so important to celebrate. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Inspiring Stories of Amazing Teachers | John Rothmann

May 21, 2024 • 22 mins
Spencer sits down with broadcaster John Rothmann to share personal stories about the teachers who helped shape them into who they are today.  CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Behind the Rise: Antisemitism in the Bay Area | Gabe Stutman

May 2, 2024 • 21 mins
In this episode, we take an up close and personal look at the alarming rise in antisemitism with journalist Gabe Stutman, who writes for "J, The Jewish News of Northern California." CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Evangelicals and the Election | Pastor Paul Swearengin

March 8, 2024 • 33 mins
Pastor Paul Swearengin sits down with Spencer once again to talk about the state of evangelicalism and politics and a look towards the future in politics and religious life. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Self-Reflections of an Artist at 97 | Elaine Badgley Arnoux

October 2, 2023 • 29 mins
Celebrated San Francisco artist Elaine Badgley Arnoux talks with Spencer about what excites and inspires her to paint, even at the age of 97. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Is The Religious Right Religiously Wrong? | Pastor Paul Swearengin

August 22, 2023 • 27 mins
Guest Paul Swearengin--pastor, podcaster, and author-- talks with Spencer about American evangelicals and their more right-wing political motivations and their disconnect with biblical ideologies. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Climate care and tree equity | Jad Daley

July 24, 2023 • 30 mins
Our cities are being cooked by "urban heat islands" that raise temperatures to dangerous levels for people who live in oven-like areas dominated by pavement and lacking trees, parks, and other natural cooling features. Jad Daley explains how a higher "tree equity score" makes a city healthier. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad ...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Rural Hospitals On Life-support

June 29, 2023 • 17 mins
Across the state and the country, rural hospitals are finding themselves in deep financial trouble. In California, its estimated at least 6 hospitals are in serious financial danger in communities that can ill afford to lose their access to medical care. We take a look at one, Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital, located on the Central Coast, which is facing some real challenges. Even with the State finally stepping in to offer some ai...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Is the Bay Area prepared for sea level rise? | Warner Chabot

May 12, 2023 • 24 mins
Spencer discusses how the Bay Area can prepare for the dangers of sea level rise with Warner Chabot of the San Francisco Estuary Institute. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Memory Care Journey: Caring for a parent with memory issues

May 2, 2023 • 38 mins
Spencer follows up on a previous topic - caregivers for those with memory issues. This time we turn our eyes and ears towards the kids of those with memory issues. The challenges and emotional hurdles they face while caring for a parent. This episode was recorded at Frank Residences in San Francisco, California. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Lear...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Black History through the eyes of Noah Griffin

February 27, 2023 • 24 mins
Noah' father, born in the 1890's was a prominent civil rights activist, who suffered physical abuse and other indignities in his quest for equality. Noah, now in his late 70's, shares his optimism and hope for the future, even in a world still largely defined by race and racism. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Phil Matier's Politics Update

February 20, 2023 • 33 mins
ABC7 contributor Phil Matier discusses the challenges facing Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy as he tries to appease the more extreme factions of his Republican majority. Phil also analyzes the likely contenders for the Senate seat of Dianne Feinstein, who is not expected to run for reelection in 2024. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more abo...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Lowballed - Part 2

January 16, 2023 • 16 mins
Spencer continues his conversation with ABC7's Julian Glover, diving deeper into the subject of discrimination and Julian's love of story telling. Don't forget to watch “Our America: Lowballed," a documentary that takes an in-depth look into cases of possible appraisal discrimination in this country. Three families tell their stories, and the numbers behind this big issue. You can watch “Our America: Lowballed” on Hulu and whereve...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Lowballed - Part 1

January 16, 2023 • 18 mins
Spencer talks with Julian Glover, Anchor and race and culture reporter with ABC7, and gets the behind the scenes scoop on his newest documentary. “Our America: Lowballed” takes an in-depth look into cases of possible appraisal discrimination in this country. Three families tell their stories, and the numbers behind this big issue. You can watch “Our America: Lowballed” on Hulu and wherever you stream ABC7 News. CREDITS: Talent - S...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Memory Care Journey

January 11, 2023 • 27 mins
This week we talk memory loss and the impact these diseases can have, not only on the patient, but the caregiver as well. We hear Ed Kaplan's story whose wife Judy is in memory care at Frank Residences and Senior Living in San Francisco. And from Dr. Katherine Possin, professor in residence in the department of neurology at the UCSF Memory and Aging Center, and her take on what caregivers need to be provided when a loved on is goin...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Bridging Cultural Gaps with Chess | Henry Lien

December 8, 2022 • 19 mins
Spencer talks with a Bay Area teenager who turned his passion for chess into a pathway to progress for underserved immigrant children. CREDITS: Talent - Spencer Christian Executive Producer - Marcus Young Editor/Marketing Producer - Leonard Torres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Betrayal Weekly

    Betrayal Weekly

    Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.

    Dateline NBC

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.

    Stuff You Should Know

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Hey Jonas!

    Hey Jonas!

    Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Explore

iHeart

Live Radio

Podcasts

Artist Radio

Exclusives

News

Features

Events

Contests

Photos

Information

About

Advertise

Blog

Brand Guidelines

Contest Guidelines

Subscription Offers

Jobs

Get the App

Automotive

Home

Wearables

© 2026 iHeartMedia, Inc.

  • Help
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • AdChoicesAd Choices