When Paul Rieger originally bought his Pedego Electric Bike, it was all about commuting to work. But when his company shuttered their office and shifted to remote working, he never envisioned this would lead him to "remote riding" as well. As Paul says with a smirk, "once my company closed down the office and I started working out of my upstairs home office. I found that the Boomerang didn't handle stairs so well. So I stopped using it for commuting and began exploring the 50+ miles of dedicated...
Jul 11, 2022•22 min
When Paul Rieger originally bought his Pedego Electric Bike, it was all about commuting to work. But when his company shuttered their office and shifted to remote working, he never envisioned this would lead him to "remote riding" as well. As Paul says with a smirk, "once my company closed down the office and I started working out of my upstairs home office. I found that the Boomerang didn't handle stairs so well. So I stopped using it for commuting and began exploring the 50+ miles of dedicated...
Jul 11, 2022•22 min
We are often asked about social media and which platform authors should be on. Lately, there have been a lot of questions about TikTok and our answer is usually along the lines of "it depends." Is your ideal audience on TikTok, Twitter, or LinkedIn? Is there a conversation already happening about your topic on Twitter? Have you engaged with and provided value to that community? On this episode of the Pub Date Podcast we have editor, writer, and author Ray E. Boomhower share how he found his nich...
Jul 08, 2022•25 min
Eleven people out of one hundred will be alive five years after their pancreatic cancer diagnosis. The five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer patients has increased recently from a single digit number to 11%. Tori Larrick, Patient Services Manager ll with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network recently shared with us why early detection and better treatment options are some of the reasons why we are seeing this increase. This episode of Living Hope is dedicated to PanCAN's Survivor Council ...
Jul 08, 2022•35 min
Show Notes Just about one month ago we did a show with one of my very favorite people, Creative Business and Performance Coach, Lindsay Davis. For those interested, that was show #238 on the very important subject of Detachment. It was all about how to emotionally detach from stress-inducing situations. As we neared the end of the episode, we realized that a follow-up session might be very helpful and offer clarity on a subject very dear to all of us: how do we discover our purpose in life. Now…...
Jul 03, 2022•53 min
Ken Parme, a husband, father, grandfather a man with many talents when asked how he wants to be remembered he replied very simply "as a kind man." Ken is a very kind, friendly, talented man who I've had the pleasure of knowing for a number of years. It wasn't until he shared his journey with us that I realized how much we had in common in regards to our diagnosis. In December 2012 Ken was diagnosed with an inoperable tumor. The tumor was wrapped around his veins, and lying against his aorta. Ken...
Jul 02, 2022•27 min
Paul and I sat down and had a chat about the ways in which COVID has complicated people's battle with pancreatic cancer. The affects it had on the patient and their families. Being back in person at PurpleStride, how having a positive outlook can get you through the difficult times. What we hope for the future of Living Hope and more! #PurpleStrideOC #PurpleStride #PancreaticCancer #COVID
Jul 02, 2022•30 min
Meet Rand Sperry and hear how he helped build the company he co-founded, Sperry Van Ness, into a national commercial real estate brokerage. And then how after selling his interest, Rand took on the new challenge of building two new important profit centers in his family of companies. (Sperry Commercial, Inc. and Sperry Equities, LLC). Where he and his partners Burton Young and Jack Carroll acquired over 65 properties (which exceed 500 million in value). Thru it all, he kept true to his faith and...
Jul 01, 2022•47 min
Teresa Razo, Owner and CEO of Villa Roma and Cambalache Grill Restaurants and past Entrepreneur Woman of the Year. On OUR COMMUNITY PODCAST. Powered by the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Orange County's only community radio station, OC TALK RADIO.
Jul 01, 2022•30 min
Summary: On this episode of Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way, host Will Crist sat down with Ed Callahan, one of the early adopters of EOS who has been with the program for more than thirteen years. Ed even helped Will himself become involved in EOS. Though he has now earned emeritus status, Ed’s life has been and continues to be impacted by his time helping others live their best EOS life. Throughout the episode, Will and Ed discussed life before EOS, clients and their unique stories, and adv...
Jul 01, 2022•42 min
Despite the many benefits that we can get from regular exercise, many people still turn down the idea or slack off when it comes to engaging in physical activities. For some, the biggest struggle is to be consistent and stick to a routine; while there are others who find it the most challenging to even begin. On top of that, going to the gym seem to be so much of a hassle for many people – it requires money, energy, effort, and plenty of our precious time. Are you the type of person who would al...
Jul 01, 2022•50 min
What’s expected at the OC Fair & Event Center as it hosts its 23-day Fair? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with OC Fair & Event Center General Manager & CEO Michele Richards. Hear what visitors may look forward to between July 15 and August 14 in Costa Mesa. It will be dark Mondays and Tuesdays. The Fair’s theme is “Feel the Sunshine, Celebrate Everything Under the Sun.” She talks about how to purchase tickets and enjoy the Fair....
Jun 30, 2022•20 min
Teresa Razo, Owner and CEO of Villa Roma and Cambalache Grill Restaurants and past Entrepreneur Woman of the Year. Oj OUR COMMUNITY PODCAST. Powered by the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Orange County's only community radio station, OC TALK RADIO.
Jun 29, 2022•30 min
Today's guest is Adria Horn. Teresa and Adria discuss The Great Resignation. Since the COVID-19 Pandemic, there has been an increase in employee resignations. In 2021, there were 4.7 million people that resigned. Just in the start of 2022, there have been 4.5 million. Adria is a lieutenant colonel in the US Army Reserve and an army veteran who served five tours of duty overseas between 2003 and 2010. She wrote an article in January 2022, called "A military veteran knows why your employees are le...
Jun 28, 2022•24 min
Join us as our favorite "Irish storyteller" shares the moving story of his life and how he came to create the charity WELLS OF LIFE. And how it's grown to become a major force for helping end the cycle of poverty and despair for poor villagers in Uganda thru the simple act of drilling a well and giving them access to clean water (for the first time in their life).
Jun 28, 2022•36 min
We're not the only ones covering this story! Meet Dave Hogan a former journalist and current blogger who writes about e-bikes in his blog THIS EBIKE LIFE. Authoring a book on the subject as well entitled E-BIKES: Putting the FUN Back Into Cycling (and Life) at Any Age (which includes profiles on Pedego Co-founder and CEO Don DiCostanzo and on two devoted Pedego customers, Dr. Miryam Liberman and Laura Maydahl who we've both had the privilege of interviewing). Like many Baby Boomers, Dave grew up...
Jun 28, 2022•27 min
Laurie Paolone went to lunch with friends. Later when she wasn't feeling well she thought she had food poisoning. When the symptoms became worse she went to the Dr and was treated for an ulcer. It wasn't until someone noticed she was jaundice (yellowing of skin/eyes) that she was told to go to the ER immediately and learned she had pancreatic cancer. The first thing Laurie thought of was "oh my God, I can't have my parents bury me." Laurie shares her inspirational journey through the roller coas...
Jun 25, 2022•23 min
Meet Jimmy Wang, another amazing immigrant who came to this country from China with nothing but a dream (and the desire to do whatever it took to succeed). Turning that into a publicly traded company that produces high end aviation parts. Hear about his newest idea to take a scientific approach to traditional Chinese healing (that he discovered here in Orange County) and turn that into the next big "health and healing" franchise (like Massage Envy but with a deeper root in "releasing your chi" a...
Jun 25, 2022•26 min
Did you know that less than 7% of children's books are written by Black, Latino, and Native authors combined? Our guest on the Pub Date podcast is on a mission to change that. Leah Hernandez is the Founder and CEO of Young Authors Publishing. In 2021, Leah was named one of Publisher's Weekly "Star Watch Nominees." Leah sits on the board of Pub West, an association of small to mid sized publishers, as well as Portland State University's Masters Publishing Program to create more opportunities for ...
Jun 24, 2022•26 min
Summary: On this roundtable discussion episode of Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way, host Will Crist sat down with a panel of guests, from entrepreneurs to college students, to discuss important topics in the world of entrepreneurship. Varying from a few months to a few years, these guests used their personal experiences to discuss important topics such as delegation, conflicts, the future of entrepreneurship, and much more. Thanks for tuning in! Show Notes: (1:38) Introductions (15:51) The Im...
Jun 24, 2022•55 min
Show Notes Well, it’s my first day back from 3 weeks in Portugal. I am rested and ready to go. Today’s show is sort of a last-minute idea because we feared I would be hampered by jetlag, but that is not the case. I am so happy to say that my dear friend, Rand Sperry was available to have a discussion on a subject very dear to both of us—basically it’s all about how to optimize “old age” before you reach “Old, old age.” Haha In the 2020’s we have an entirely different concept of old age than we d...
Jun 22, 2022•47 min
How will the Festival of Arts Show in Laguna Beach celebrate its 90th Anniversary? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Festival of the Arts/Pageant of the Masters Marketing and Public Relations Director Sharbie Higuchi. She talks about what we can expect on the Laguna Canyon grounds between July 5 and Sept. 2. She also talks about The Pageant of the Masters which will go on between July 7 and Sept.2 and its theme Wonderful World. Only on OC...
Jun 22, 2022•20 min
As much as we all aspire to be of service to others, there are some for whom those words seem to be more than just a lofty goal. Such a person is Tom Mulligan, who after 10 years of having fun in Radio and TV, felt compelled to transition into a career in social work where he could more directly help others in need. In which he found a niche helping refugees in his adopted hometown of Grand Rapids, Michigan resettle into a new community. Helping people who'd left their war stricken world for a c...
Jun 21, 2022•20 min
The quality and accessibility of medical care services have always been significant points of discussion. And looking at the bigger picture with other social aspects and issues to be factored in, a lot of people can’t help but wonder, “Is healthcare still a basic right or a privilege?”To contextualize this issue, it would be helpful for experts and healthcare providers to evaluate trends, models, and systems that have been in place for ages; and consequently, reimagine what healthcare should loo...
Jun 17, 2022•41 min
Meet Shelly Padilla, State Farm Insurance Agency Owner and 2021 Estrella Award member. On how she learned determination, drive and entrepreneurship at an early age.
Jun 16, 2022•26 min
Meet Deidre Pujols, Owner of Cocina Dominicana and Founder of OPEN GATE INTERNATL and STRIKE OUT SLAVERY. And noted activist and Hispanic Leadership Awardee. On her incredible life. And her determination to leave a mark on life. "More than just the dash between two dates," as she explains
Jun 16, 2022•25 min
Meet Deidre Pujols, Owner of Cocina Dominicana and Founder of OPEN GATE INTERNATL and STRIKE OUT SLAVERY. And noted activist and Hispanic Leadership Awardee. On her incredible life. And her determination to leave a mark on life. "More than just the dash between two dates," as she explains.
Jun 16, 2022•25 min
How does The Transportation Corridor Agencies serve a quarter of a million drivers daily? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Transportation Corridors Agencies CEO Samuel Johnson. The Transportation Corridor Agencies are two joint power agencies, the Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency and the San Joaquin Transportation Corridor Agency. They were formed to plan, finance, construct and operate state routes 73, 133, 241 and 261. H...
Jun 15, 2022•22 min
Today's guest is Jacqueline Carter. Teresa and Jacqueline discuss Leading with Compassion. They discuss the differences between sympathy, empathy, and compassion. Jacqueline gives her tips for making the switch in thinking so that leaders can lead with compassion. To connect with Jacqueline: https://www.potentialproject.com/ To read the Article: https://hbr.org/2021/12/connect-with-empathy-but-lead-with-compassion Compassionate Leadership is 'I'm going to tell you something you don't want to hea...
Jun 14, 2022•21 min
Show Notes Hey Paul. We are so fortunate today to have as a guest my “reluctant to do podcasts” wife. After more than 200 episodes she has come on the show with me only one time—and that was from Italy, probably 3 or 4 years ago. Today is special. We haven’t seen each other in more than 10 days and have probably talked on the phone only three times… because she and her friends have been sooo busy. Pam and I have different ideas of the ideal vacation. Although I do like some activity and sightsee...
Jun 14, 2022•44 min
