Central Coast Voices

Join Kris Kington-Barker and guests Marc Ang, Co-Chair Braver Angels SoCal Alliance and Kate Christensen Co-Chair Braver Angels SLO Alliance, a group Taking a stand against toxic politics.Hear Central Coast Voices and call in this Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

This week we introduce you to Welcome Home Village, a remarkable effort to build supportive homeless housing on the Central Coast using 150,000 recycled plastic bottles per housing unit, meeting the urgent housing need within our community 70% faster and 30% less expensively.

Join host, Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick, for a conversation with David Parro, Executive Director, and Ted Malpass, Mobile Health Clinic Manager at the SLO Noor Foundation.

The San Luis Obispo Grange Hall #639 has undergone renovations and is preparing for more. Guests Bruce Wright and member Kevin Bennett join Lata Murti to talk about these recent transformations.

A new Japanese Community Center is coming to Santa Maria. Join Lata Murti and her guests, Jo Anne Nishino Spencer, and Wes Koyama, to learn more about this new center and its offerings.Thursday 1-2pm

During this previously broadcast episode, our guest is a longtime Fire and Emergency Services professional, who join Fred Monroe as we learn what to do to get our family out safely in an emergency.Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Host Fred Munroe welcomes Cal Poly Professor of Political Science, Dr. Michael Latner, to discuss the 14th Amendment, the Voting Rights Acts and more.

We talk with local leaders from Santa Maria, Cesar Vasquez, and Maestra Patricia Villalobos and explore how intersectionality, equity, and collective action fuel a more inclusive future.Thursday from 1-2pm on KCBX

Tequio Youth Group supports local Indigenous Mexican youth in becoming community leaders and advocates. Lata Murti and her guests discuss the difference they make.

Joshua's House is a hospice for terminally ill homeless men and women of Sacramento.Join host Kris Kington-Barker and her guests Dee Raslau and Debra Chapman, as they discuss its July opening.

Host Fred Munroe's guest is Andrew Pridgen, the Central California Editor for SFGate, looking at how SFGate has expanded their coverage to smaller communities throughout the state.

Host Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick welcomes guests Mona Olivas Tucker, Chair of the yak titʸu titʸu yak tiłhini Northern Chumash Tribe, and Becca Lucas Thomas, Executive Director of the ytt Northern Chumash Nonprofit. Together, they discuss California's AB-52 legislation, the key distinctions between federally and non-federally recognized tribes, and how these differences shape local tribal processes. Learn more at:www.yttnorthernchumashtribe.com

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and The Gala Pride & Diversity Center (GPDC) and House of Pride and Equality (HOPE) are celebrating with a full lineup of local events and programs. Join Lata Murti and her guests—Suzette Lopez, Executive Director of HOPE; Linnea Valdivia, Program Manager at The Gala; and Daniel Gomez, Board Member and Chair of Central Coast Pride 2024 & 2025—for a conversation about what's coming up.

Lata Murti's guests are Tina Clark, Executive Director of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) San Luis Obispo County, and also Brian Atwell, NAMI SLO County's Board President, as they discuss Central Coast programs related to mental health awareness. Listen live 1-2 pm Thursday, May 22, 2025 or on demand after the program at KCBX.org

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.