Central Coast Voices

Kris Kington-Barker and Valerie Ferrario author, discuss the use of psychedelic therapy, and what you should know about it and choosing a safe and ethical facilitator.

If you hadn't noticed, we are all getting older. Baby Boomers are now all over 60, with many pushing 80. May is Older Americans month and Central Coast Voices feels this is the best time to have a frank discussion about what we are doing to face this challenge. SLO County has been developing a Master Plan on Aging. On this week's Central Coast Voices we will talk with folks providing services to the aging, serving on the County Commission on Aging, and facing these questions every day.

Jordan Chesnut, Executive Director of SLO County Arts, on the 2025 Arts and Culture Economic Impact Report. We look at how the creative economy works toward equity and embracing community resilience.

The Alien Enemies Act authorized the mass incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, Kathy Masaoka and Dr. Russell Endo tell host Lata Murti why they are protesting the renewed use of the Act against immigrants.

A new documentary film models a new kind of care that honors both spirit and body, the diverse backgrounds of patients and the most human needs we all share. Join host Kris Kington Barker, Chaplain Betty Clark and Dr. Jessica Zitter.

Guests from the CAPSLO Leadership Team will give us a clear understanding of the scope of CAPSLO's work and how the administration may affect those efforts.

Mario Espinoza-Kulick speaks with guests Skye McLennan, Executive Director of the Festival and filmmaker Gina Papabeis, producer of UNEARTH, info about her film.

Join Lata Murti and Fighting Back Santa Maria Valley Executive Director Edwin Weaver to find out more about efforts focused on area youth and their projected impact.Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Host Kris Kington-Barker talks with Laura DeLoye, with the Alzheimer's Association, about the challenges caring for loved ones with dementia. Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Our guests this week are longtime Fire and Emergency Services professionals, who join Fred Monroe as we learn what to do to get our family out safely in an emergency.Thursdays from 1-2pm on KCBX

Join Lata Murti and Marina Owen, Chief Executive Officer of CenCal Health, to learn about the services and benefits it provides to the Central Coast.Thursday, 1pm on KCBX

Kris Kington-Barker and guest Dr. Bartlett, discuss how there are good reasons for challenging age-related stereotypes and age bias. Rebroadcast air date: 2-13-25

Recent executive actions have sparked concern for LGBTQ+ rights, we'll discuss their impact and what resources are available to support LGBTQ+ individuals in our region.

This week Kris Kington-Barker speaks with authors Lorie Adoff & Carson Dean about their book "Storming Heaven - Comforting the Dying in Prison"Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Join Lata Murti as she talks to guests involved in this effort to highlight and elevate the diverse communities of San Luis Obispo.Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

The first half of the program this week will be an acknowledgment to those impacted by the fire, an on-air memorial meditation for listeners, and a discussion about how community grief affects even those not directly in the fire or who have lost homes, property, or people in their life.In the second half Ryan Orr of SLO Brew and KCBX Host of Jukebox Revival will join Kris and discuss Songs Of Solace, an upcoming concert from noon to 8pm on Sunday, January 26 at Rod & Hammer Rock (SLO Brew Rock) to raise funds for wildfire relief in Los Angeles with all proceeds will go to the California Fire Foundation.Join Kris Kington-Barker Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Join host Fred Munroe and his guests from SPOKES, as they share with us how you may consider serving others, ( by taking part in the upcoming SPOKES Board Academy 2025.Live with your calls Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

This week, Assemblymember Dawn Addis joins us to discuss how evolving policies impact housing, employment, and health resources for immigrant families. Live Thursday 1-2pm

Host Kris Kington-Barker and her guests examine support services available through local agencies to assist people to age in place.Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

CASA of SLO County volunteers assist children removed from their parent's custody. Join host Fred Munroe and his guests Thursday afternoon, from 1-2 pm on KCBX.

Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick speaks with Amalia Jimenez Chavez, Coordinator of the AIM to Dream Center at Allan Hancock College.

San Luis Obispo and SLO County's Behavioral Health Department, have started to promote “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion”. Fred Munroe and his guests will discuss their importance Thursday afternoon, from 1-2 pm on Public Radio, KCBX

Mario Espinoza Kulik with guests Melissa Mose and Evelyn DeMeglio Gould from OCD Southern California about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Lata Murti and guests discuss the services Santa Maria Firefighters provide and their need for greater compensation.Thursdays from 1-2pm on KCBX

Mujeres de Acción, or, Women of Action, has been dedicated to the empowerment of Latina women in San Luis Obispo County. Join Lata Murti and her guests to learn more.

Join host Lata Murti and guests as they discuss multiracial identity on California's Central Coast.

Fred Munroe's guests are Julie Rodewald, from the League of Women Voters, and Dr. Michael Latner, Cal Poly professor of Political Science.

Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick spotlights a new video series by SLO County UndocuSupport that helps undocumented immigrants on the Central Coast access vital resources.

A Youth Workforce Pipeline to support Lompoc youth is this week's topic. Lata Murti's is this weeks host.Central Coast Voices this Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX.

Kris Kington-Barker and guest, Dr. Sara Bartlett, discuss how there are good reasons for challenging age-related stereotypes and age bias..You are invited to listen and learn with Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1-2 pm on Public Radio, KCBX

Fred Munroe and his guests, Jeff Buckingham and Jeff Bower discuss telecommunications changes.Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1-2 pm on Public Radio, KCBX

Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick and guests discuss the upcoming film screening of Uncharitable.

Kris Kington-Barker's guest is Lisa Deal, Executive Director for the Humane Prison Hospice Project Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1 -2 pm on KCBX.

Our guest this week is Barby Wunsch from the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center.Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1 -2 pm on KCBX. Call 805-781-3875.

Join host Kris Kington-Barker as she visits with Jim Eckford, Co-Founder and Executive Director Carlen Eckford, Co-Founder and Medical Director, for Rancho Burro Donkey Sanctuary about the nonprofit's new 45-acre location, expanded services and learning opportunities, need for volunteers, and much more about the often-unknown world of Donkeys. You are invited to listen and learn with Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1 -2 pm on KCBX and join the conversation with your questions or comments by calling 805-781-3875.

This week on Central Coast Voices, host Fred Munroe and his guests from Transitions-Mental Health Association will have a frank discussion about these challenges facing young people.His guests will include Kendra Belch, TMHA Outreach Coordinator, Roberto Cueva, with Central Coast Hotline, and Caroline Cerussi, a local therapist, working with youth. Please join Fred and his guests, this Thursday from 1-2pm on Central Coast Voices.

Join host Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick and the NAACP of San Luis Obispo County to learn more about the upcoming screening of Ava DuVernay's, "Origin" at San Luis Obispo High School. Our guests will talk about the significance of the film and its role in educating viewers. Tickets can be purchased in advance through the NAACP SLO County website, www.naacpslocty.org. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue.Join the conversation live Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX.

The next chapter for the Palm Theatre, expanding independent and retrospective titles, and preserving cinematic heritage.

On the next edition of Central Coast Voices, we will hear host Kris Kington Barker's discussion with Eve Neuhaus (former owner of Mama Ganache), and author of a timely and powerful new book-Red Vienna.They will discuss the personal history she put into the book and what it reflects today.Our program this week is prerecorded, however you are invited to listen and learn with Central Coast Voices this Thursday from 1-2 pm on KCBX and join the conversation with your questions to email voices@kcbx.org.

On the next edition of Central Coast Voices, join us as we once again look at the challenges facing many of ourcommunity organizations doing everything within their power to end homelessness. While successes within these programs come our way daily, for many there seems to just be no path leading out of this struggle.Join host Fred Munroe, as he talks with Janna Nichols, from the 5Cites Homeless Coalition. Wendy Lewis, from the El Camino Homeless Organization. And Jack Lahey, from CAPSLO and the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center.Their discussion on Thursday, July 11's Central Coast Voices, will likely help us to better understand how theirefforts are having many positive outcomes. And why there is still a long way to go.You are invited to listen and learn with Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1-2 pm on KCBX and join theconversation with your questions or comments by calling 805-781-3875.

Join host Kris Kington-Barker and guest Donna Jones, Executive Director of San Luis Obispo Legal Assistance Foundation in a discussion about SLOLAF services, who is eligible to receive them, how to access free legal assistance, and an update on the state budget and anticipated impact locally from reduced Victims of Crime Act (VODA) funding.Live with your calls at 805-781-3875 Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Join host Lata Murti and guests in recognizing the 57th anniversary of Loving v. Virginia–the U.S. Supreme Court case that led to the legalization of interracial marriage–as well as the first anniversary of Multiracial Heritage Week (June 7-14, 2023). In the second of this two-part series on multiracial identity on California's Central Coast, Kaito Lopez, a 2020 graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo who is now a Botanist with the U.S. Forest Service, and Kalyan Balaven, Head of School at Dunn School in Los Olivos, talk to Lata about their experiences being multiracial not only on California's Central Coast but also in other regions of the U.S. and the world. Although we cannot take your calls live during this pre-recorded show, you are invited to listen, learn and send your questions to voices@kcbx.org. Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX.

Join host Lata Murti and guests in recognizing both occasions in a two-part series on multiracial identity on California's Central Coast.

Join host Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick on Central Coast Voices as we explore the work of Future Leaders of America, an organization dedicated to developing resilient youth leaders who advocate for systemic change. Learn about how their culturally proficient programs equip young individuals with public speaking, advocacy, and leadership skills to address community issues and create lasting social impact.Listen to the conversation Thursday at 1pm on KCBX

Join this weeks' host Lata Murti as she speaks to guests Andrew Boyd-Goodrich, Executive Director of Camp Ocean Pines; Rick Craig, Camp Ocean Pines' Conferences and Retreats Director; and Erin Moses-Wierman, Camp Ocean Pines' Senior Programs Director. They will discuss the camps, workshops, outdoor education programs, and facilities that are not only fulfilling but also expanding Camp Ocean Pines' mission “to foster enjoyment and appreciation of the natural world among people of all ages.” Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX and join the conversation with your questions at 805-781-3875, or at voices@kcbx.org.

Join host Fred Munroe, as he talks with his guests from Restorative Partners. They will share with us how their Restorative Justice programs are working to break the cycle of incarceration in ways having positive lasting effect on all sides of the criminal justice system, including the families of those incarcerated. We will also discuss, with Executive Director Sister Theresa Halpin, the ongoing success of The Bridge Café, the Central Coast's first social enterprise restaurant endeavor.Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday live from 1-2pm on KCBX. And join the conversation by calling 805-781-3875 or email voices@kcbx.org.

Join host Kris Kington Barker and her guest Sherrill Wayland (She/Her/They), MSW, Senior Director of Special Initiatives and Partnerships for SAGE Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Seniors in a discussion about the LEI is so important, what the results showed, local results, efforts that will make a difference in our community and how you can get involved. You are invited to listen, learn, and send your questions or comments during the show to voices@kcbx.org. Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday from 1-2 pm on KCBX.

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the organization Asian American & Pacific Islanders of San Luis Obispo County, or AAPI SLO, is ready to celebrate! Join Lata Murti and her guests from AAPI SLO, co-founders Mia Shin and Kaela Lee, as they discuss this year's third annual AAPI SLO Festival as well as the Asian American and Pacific Islander community of California's Central Coast. Although we cannot take your calls live during this pre-recorded show, you are invited to listen, learn and send your questions to voices@kcbx.org. Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday live from 1-2pm on KCBX.

Join host Dr. Lata Murti for a conversation with Dr. Erica Ruvalcaba-Heredia, the Executive Director of Corazón Latino. We'll explore how this local organization champions the values of integrity, service, excellence, solidarity, and empathy to promote a healthy life and family wellbeing. Tune in and learn about their mission to educate, provide emotional wellness, share resources, promote civic engagement, and empower the Latinx community on the Central Coast.Listen live Thursday from 1-2pm

Join host Lata Murti as she speaks to friends and members of R.A.C.E. Matters SLO screening films that spotlight the experiences of BIPOC (Black and Indigenous People and People of Color) at the 2024 San Luis Obispo International Film Festival. They will discuss these films, including the documentary WRESTLED AWAY--featuring wrestling champion and local resident Lee Kemp--as well as a series of five shorts portraying the varied meanings of space in BIPOC lives. Listen to Central Coast Voices every Thursday live from 1-2pm on KCBX and join the conversation with your questions at 805-871-3875.Air Date: 04-25-24

Living with dementia can be challenging for not only the person suffering with it, but for their loved ones as well.On today's program, host Kris Kington-Barker speaks with Kim Chartrand, RN and Care Manager about Life with Dementia as a Caregiver.Although we cannot take your calls live today You are invited to listen and learn and send your questions today, Thursday, between 1-2 pm to voices@kcbx.org..Broadcast date: 4/18/24Central Coast Voices is sponsored by ACTION for Healthy Communities in collaboration with KCBX.