Sharon Blanchet, Board of Trustees Chair for the San Diego Humane Society, talks about the uniqueness of the Society's Behavior Center. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 18 years. "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the power of local. For more information on Cloudc...
Nov 05, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bridget Wright, Program Coordinator for the Sheriff Department's Reentry Services Division, chats about her division's mission and programs and its Peer Reentry Leadership Academy (PRLA). About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 18 years. "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebratin...
Nov 05, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tyler Muzic, Coordinator of the Sheriff Department's Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Unit, talks about his dream job. Muzic discusses the current UAS (drone) pilots, roles and duties; the UAS missions, flights and trainings; and future of UAS technology in law enforcement. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 18 years. "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of...
Nov 05, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ashish Kakkad, Technology Manager for the Sheriff Department's Technology Services Unit, chats about the role his team plays in ensuring that all of the department's assets -- from squad cars to computers to cell phones and beyond -- are working at the highest levels. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 18 years. "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powe...
Nov 05, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Rick Lopez, Commander of the Sheriff Department's Law Enforcement Services Bureau, discusses the newly launched "Rise Above" Youth Empowerment Program and his longtime work with the gang unit. Lopez talks about other units under his watch, such as SWAT, Canine Unit, Search and Rescue and Emergency Planning to name a few. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 18 years. "S...
Nov 05, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laurie Purcell, Vice President of Residential Services for Home of Guiding Hands (HGH), and Jill Thomas, Development Project Assistant for HGH, chat about the organization's programs and events that enable those with intellectual and developmental challenges to live independent and full lives.
Oct 30, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chris Vance, a Criminalist with the San Diego Sheriff's Department, talks about the work of a Forensic Scientist and the types of jobs the Forensic Chemistry Unit handles; the collaboration with the Medical Examiner's Office; the discoveries of the Marijuana Enforcement Team; and the challenges of the ever-changing seized drug landscape in our region.
Oct 30, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Crawford, a Tactical Flight Officer for the Sheriff Department's aviation unit, ASTREA, chats about the different types of missions of the unit; the importance of knowing your GPS coordinates when you doing outdoor activities such as hiking in our numerous mountain trails; and the Auto Helo Phone Number (858-866-4356).
Oct 30, 2024•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Agustin Pena, a Deputy District Attorney and the President of the San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association (SDLRLA), shouts out the Association's mission to advocate for Latino representation in law. Pena discusses his journey to the law profession; SDLRLA's Project L.E.A.D. and Trial Advocacy programs; and the 2024 SDLRLA Holiday Gala in December.
Oct 29, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lindsay Smith, Executive Director of Girls on the Run San Diego, talks about the impact of running to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident. Nelson discusses the 1,200 girls that are annually served by Girls on the Run.
Oct 29, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ed Abeyta, Associate Dean of UCSD's Department of Education and Community Outreach, is joined by his longtime colleague, Morgan Appel, a UCSD Assistant Dean, to chat about their innovative, transformational work in the post secondary space. Abeyta discusses his newly released book, Reinventing Lifelong Learning: The Coming Renaissance of Continuing Education and Community Outreach .
Oct 29, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Amado, Site Director for the Tomlinson Touching Lives Foundation, discusses the mission of the Foundation, founded by Hall of Fame running back, LaDanian Tomlinson. Amado is joined by Todd Ullah, Chief Strategy Officer for EdforTech, and Danielle Bush, EdforTech's Project Manager, to talk about STEAM Camps with Edison STEAM Elementary and Normal Heights Elementary schools.
Oct 29, 2024•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jenn Nelson, CEO of the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program (SDVLP), is joined by SDVLP Director of Development Philip Stutzman, to chat about the organization's mission; its work with survivors of domestic violence; its Nonprofit Support Program; and its recent acquisition of "Free to Thrive."
Oct 29, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast California State Assemblymember Brian Maienschein chats about his passion for supporting the San Diego Humane Society. Assemblymember Mainschein has authored more animal protection bills than any other California Legislator.
Oct 29, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Richard and Sharon Bockoff, the San Diego Humane Society 2024 Fur Ball Honorees, talk about the importance of spay and neutering as an important solution to shelter overpopulation. The Bockoff's discuss the therapeutic impact of the human animal bond with seniors, children and everyone in between.
Oct 29, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Michael Landau, Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager of Mission Fed Credit Union's Clairemont Branch, chats about how the adoption of his dog Barkley from the San Diego Human Society has changed his life. Landau discusses Mission Fed's support of the human-animal bond.
Oct 24, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Gary Weitzman, President and CEO of the San Diego Humane Society, chats about his organization's signature event, the 38th Annual Fur Ball. Weitzman discusses the myriad programs that will benefit from funds raised from the Fur Ball.
Oct 24, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Chris Warren, Associate Producer of Digital Composition at SDSU, talks about the new SDSU Sound Lab; his popular Echo Thief impulse response library; and the intersection between the physical world and the digital world.
Oct 06, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tanya Ross, CEO of the Once Upon a Book Fair, is joined by author Jolie Tunnel, to discuss the annual event that features 75 authors, whose work ranges from children's books to young adult and older. The event will be held October 12 at the San Marcos Community Center.
Oct 06, 2024•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tonya Mantooth, CEO and Artistic Director of the San Diego International Film Festival, chats about the Festival's mission; its 102 films and panels; its partnership with UCSD; Joey Travolta's inclusion films; the Women's Film Series; and the Festival's Impact Education Program.
Oct 06, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Fiona Chatwin, Executive and Artistic Director for Villa Musica, discusses the organization's programming; it's expansion into Point Loma and East County; and it's All School Recital on November 24.
Oct 06, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sarah Federman, Associate Professor of Conflict Resolution for the University of San Diego Kroc School of Peace & Justice, and USD Graduate Student Katelyn Alam, talk about Federman's innovative use of train travel to expose students to diverse regions of the U.S.
Oct 06, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wyatt Hinshaw, Founder & CEO of Fundamental Health, is joined by the mother (Cate) of Fundamental Health's first client, to chat about the mission of the organization and how Fundamental Health connected Cate's son with a health provider that changed the son's life. Hinshaw and Cate discuss Fundamental Health's impact since its December 2022 inception, along with the December 19 "Brunch with a View Gala" that will be held at the Viewpoint Brewing Company.
Oct 04, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Makeda Cheatom, Founder and Executive Director of the World Beat Cultural Center, discusses the many programs and partnerships of the multidisciplinary cultural organization. Cheatom is joined by Juan Carlos Acosta, Artistic Director for SACRA/PROFANA. Cheatom and Acosta chat about their collaboration to produce the October 25 "Rumours Un-Covered" concert that features Fleetwood Mac's epic "Rumours" album. Cheatom talks about the Center's new and hard-fought-for 25-year-lease with the City of Sa...
Oct 04, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Patti Roscoe, one of our region's treasured community leaders, chats about her journey to form PRA Destination Management, one of the top destination management company's in the world. Roscoe discusses her passion for giving back through her service on myriad boards and her support of numerous nonprofit organizations.
Oct 04, 2024•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Burgess, a San Diego Rotary Club 33 Board Member and Chair of Club's Camp Enterprise 2025, is joined by Rotary Club President, Mia Harenski, to shout out the Club's history, impact and vision; its premier program--Camp Enterprise 2025; and its new Rotary 4 Way Test Essay Contest.
Oct 04, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast "Spotlight on the Community" Host Drew Schlosberg is joined by Cloudcast Media Founder & CEO, Charles Parisi, to talk about the Classroom of the Future Foundation's (CFF) work with all 43 San Diego County School Districts and key business and community leaders to support College and Career Pathways initiatives. Schlosberg, a longtime CFF Advisory Board Member, discusses some of CFF's signature events, including "Supe Tank 4.0" that will feature nine of the county's superintendents in a Shark...
Oct 04, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Cafferty, President & CEO of the nationally recognized San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC), chats about the EDC's mission, its inclusive growth goals and its trade mission in September and October.
Sep 22, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Claudia Delgado, a Captain at the Poway Sheriff's Station, talks about the successful Junior Women's Academy; her law enforcement journey; and the diverse career opportunities in the Sheriff's Department.
Sep 22, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Curt Brooker, Director of ArtWalk San Diego, discusses ArtWalk Carlsbad (September 21-22) and Bella Vita Fest (October 19-20) in Little Italy. The fine art festival in Carlsbad featured the work of more than 150 artists, while Bella Vita Fest showcases live chalk art, wine, food and music.
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