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Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast

Michelle Cannon, Sloan Simmons

Booking Overview

An expert-led legal program focused on laws and decisions affecting California public agencies, with episodes typically featuring Lozano Smith attorneys in specialist roles. Credible pitches include attorneys with deep expertise in public agency, education, or school law and practical guidance on relevant legal changes; booking difficulty is medium given the show's specialized focus and emphasis on established legal expertise.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 430.0k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

clientservices@lozanosmith.com

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Host

Michelle Cannon - Host of Lozano Smith's legal program.

Sloan Simmons - Lozano Smith attorney and Litigation Practice Group Co-Chair.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Attorneys with specialized expertise in California public agency or education law, often serving as practice group co-chairs.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of a specialized legal practice group, Substantial expertise in laws affecting public agencies and educational institutions

Recent Guest Discussions

Kyle Raney - California Law Concerning Mirabelli V. Bonta And Mahmoud V. Taylor, Pending Litigation, And Policy Options For School Officials.

Sloan Simmons - California Law Concerning Mirabelli V. Bonta And Mahmoud V. Taylor, Pending Litigation, And Policy Options For School Officials.

Gail Zurek - Rules Governing Political Activity By Public Employees And Officials, Including Agency Resources, Campaign Materials, And Ballot Measures.

Scott Cross - Rules Governing Political Activity By Public Employees And Officials, Including Agency Resources, Campaign Materials, And Ballot Measures.

Brianna Ramos - California SB 848 Requirements For Educational Agencies, Including Employment Screening, Safety Plans, Reporting, And Training.

Recent Topics

Law, Education Law, Public Agencies, School Districts, Local Government

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast
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E108 What’s Next For School Districts Under Mirabelli and Mahmoud

September 17, 2026

In this episode, host Michelle Cannon engages with Lozano Smith Litigation Practice Group Co-Chair Sloan Simmons and Student Practice Group Co-Chair Kyle Raney to discuss the current state of the law in California under Mirabelli v. Bonta and Mahmoud v. Taylor.  The discussion reviews developments and what is anticipated in the courts through the conclusion of 2026 in relation to these cases and parallel litigation, and covers best practices and policy options for school officials due to the ...

E107 Public Service and Political Activity: Understanding the Boundaries

September 15, 2026

Public employees and officials have the right to participate in political activity, but important restrictions apply when personal advocacy intersects with public employment and agency resources. In this episode, host Michelle Cannon connects with Lozano Smith attorneys Scott Cross and Gail Zurek to discuss how public employees and officials can distinguish between permissible private political activity and conduct performed in an official capacity. The conversation explores campaign activity...

E106 SB 848: New Screening, Reporting, and Training Requirements for Educational Agencies

August 26, 2026

California’s SB 848 introduces significant new requirements for educational agencies related to ensuring the safety of students. In this episode, host Michelle Cannon connects with Lozano Smith attorneys Carolyn Gemma and Brianna Ramos to discuss the background behind these new requirements and what educational agencies need to know as implementation continues. The conversation explores key changes, including new legal obligations regarding employment screening, comprehensive safety plans, ma...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast?

Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast is hosted by Michelle Cannon and Sloan Simmons. Its publicly listed email is clientservices@lozanosmith.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast: clientservices@lozanosmith.com.

How many listeners does Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast?

Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Attorneys with specialized expertise in California public agency or education law, often serving as practice group co-chairs. Common among recent guests: Leadership of a specialized legal practice group; Substantial expertise in laws affecting public agencies and educational institutions. Recent guests include Kyle Raney, Sloan Simmons, and Gail Zurek.

How hard is it to get booked on Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Let’s Talk - Lozano Smith Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Law, Education Law, Public Agencies, School Districts, and Local Government. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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