Jonathan Weber, author of 'City on the Edge,' joins high school podcast host Charlie Zeitlin at a free KALW live recording to discuss San Francisco's future, technology, and democracy.

Jonathan Weber, author of City on the Edge and co-founder of The San Francisco Standard, will join high school student and KALW podcast host Charlie Zeitlin for a free live recording of KALW's "Straight to It" podcast this Thursday, August 13. The conversation, framed as an intergenerational dialogue, will delve into the future of San Francisco, technology, and democracy.

The event kicks off at 7:00 p.m. at KALW’s Studio Event Space, located at 220 Montgomery Street in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District. The discussion is expected to run until 8:30 p.m. While free to attend, prospective attendees must RSVP through Eventbrite to secure their spot.

Zeitlin, a Youth Production Assistant at KALW and host of his own "Straight to It" podcast, will moderate the discussion with Weber. His involvement offers a younger perspective on the city's evolving landscape. The KALW Studio Event Space is conveniently located just steps from the Montgomery Street BART station, making public transit an ideal option for attendees. For those driving, paid parking is available in numerous garages throughout the Financial District, though rates can be steep. Expect a seated, listening-focused atmosphere, typical of public radio events, likely with a Q&A segment.

If you have a limited window, plan to arrive a bit early to navigate downtown traffic and find parking or public transit connections. The core 90-minute discussion will offer a concentrated take on the forces shaping San Francisco.