Kanishka Cheng

Host Ben Kaplan interviews Kanishka Cheng, founder and executive director of Together SF, a non-profit tackling San Francisco's pressing issues such as the drug crisis, homelessness, and crime. Backed by venture capitalist Michael Moritz, Cheng uses her extensive experience in city government, including roles in the mayor's office and various agencies, to drive impactful change. The episode explores strategies to combat the fentanyl epidemic and improve the efficiency of city government, offering a hopeful perspective on the future of San Francisco.