The Marinade with Lee Thomas

Former San Leandro Councilman Lee Thomas discusses the state of the city with public figures while dining on backyard barbecue from GrilleeQ.

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Surlene Grant says the shrimp is 'screaming'

Surlene Grant is the first African-American to sit on the San Leandro City Council. She discusses with Lee Thomas the resistance she felt following her appointment and election to the city council, the future of Black representation in San Leandro, and reparations. On the menu: BBQ chicken, "screaming" shrimp, and corn from GrilleeQ.

Sep 17, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 2

State of BBQ with San Leandro Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter

San Leandro Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter sits down with Lee Thomas to discuss the state of the city, her legacy and today's special, BBQ chicken thighs, shrimp, and corn on the cob.

Sep 09, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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