I Left My Podcast in San Francisco brings you inside the stories of the people who keep our city moving. Each episode highlights leaders and team members from across departments—sharing the innovations, challenges, and passion behind the work that shapes life in San Francisco.
Kate Sofis: Behind the Curtain at the SF War Memorial and Performing Arts Center
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kate Sofis, Managing Director of the San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center. We dive into her upbringing in Buffalo’s symphony scene, her journey through manufacturing and public service, and how she now helps shape one of the country’s most historic performing arts campuses.Learn about the War Memorial’s venues, its evolving role in the city, crossover performances, community impacts, and why Kate believes San Francisco is one of the most welcoming places in the world.www.sfwarmemorial.org
Go behind the scenes of San Francisco’s transportation system with SFMTA Director of Transportation Julie Kirschbaum. From her Midwest roots to 20 years improving Muni, Julie shares how SFMTA keeps the city moving — cable cars, bus routes, bike safety, street design, parking, paratransit and more.We talk about free Muni for youth, the system’s financial challenges, her favorite routes, hidden gems in the city, and why San Francisco is such a special place.If you care about transit, equity, or the future of San Francisco, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
21 Sept 2026
Kelly Dearman: How SF Supports Aging and Disability Communities
In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, Executive Director Kelly Dearman of the Department of Disability and Aging Services (DAS) joins us for a wide‑ranging conversation about accessibility, aging, disability rights, and the magic of growing up in San Francisco.We talk about her personal journey as a native San Franciscan, her family’s legacy in public service, and how DAS supports more than 30,000 older adults and people with disabilities through programs like IHSS, senior centers, meal services, culturally relevant food programs, and cutting‑edge accessibility initiatives.Kelly also shares insights into the Disability Cultural Center, inter‑agency collaboration, pandemic response, and her long‑term vision for making SF a city where everyone can thrive with dignity and independence.
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Greg Wagner
Sheela Jivan
Dan Tsai
Maria Su
Mike Nakornkhet
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
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Franco Finn host the show. Published by SFGovTV.
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