Lifestyles with Lillian Vasquez

On this special final episode of Lifestyles, Lillian speaks with performer Lucie Arnaz and showcases clips of guests over the past 6.5 years.

Kimberly Starrs talks about Inland SoCal United Way, a nonprofit that offers support in education, health, and financial stability. Author Michelle Kearney Lopez discusses her children's book Animal Magic: A Yoga Tale of Love & Unity.

Award-winning composer and songwriter Richard Sherman has composed some of the most recognizable and cherished Disney music in the world. He talks about composing such classic songs and how he came to know Walt Disney himself.

Beverly Noerr, Executive Director of Redlands Bowl Performing Arts, shares the lineup for their 101st festival season. Then, Josefina Canchola with the Puente Project talks about preparing students for higher education and creating mentors for the future.

Television and radio host, author, and travel expert Rick Steves talks about his six-part miniseries Rick Steves Art of Europe.

Television writer and author Dan Ramm discusses his new book Long Branch.

Lillian speaks with actor, author, and activist Ed Begley, Jr. He talks about his roles and his memoir, To The Temple of Tranquility and Step On It.

Musician, actor, director, producer, and author Micky Dolenz, who carries on the legacy of The Monkees as the last remaining member, talks about his life and career.

Actor and author Dean Butler, known for his role as Armanzo Wilder on Little House on the Prairie, talks about his overall career, performing on Broadway, and his memoir.

Lillian Vasquez speaks with Shaliyah Ben, Executive Director of the Native American Arts Center at Idyllwild Arts Academy and Chris Barrows, President of San Bernardino Aquinas High School.

Tracey DeMaria, Author and Occupational therapist, discusses her book How to Surf the Waves.

Dr. Hillary Jenks, Co-Executive Director for the Inland Empire Labor Institute, talks about some of the projects they have in place to help individuals who are looking for work or resources to get them started towards a career path. Eliana Zacarias, Curator of Education for the San Bernardino County Museum, shares their exhibits and upcoming event On The Move: All Things That Go!

Doug Whiteman, President of The River's Edge Ranch in Lucerne Valley, talks about the Ranch's rehabilitation program for men who seek to recover from substance abuse.

Cooking instructor, blogger, and author Linda Tyler discusses her new book The Plant-Based Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook, which includes recipes that reduce inflammation and promotes health.

Attorney Jeff Nickerson discusses the difference between wills, trusts, state planning, and describes the need for a conservatorship.

Bonnie Flippin, Program Coordinator for the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, Oral Health Program, talks about their partnership with First 5 and the Little Teeth, Big Responsibility Campaign which stresses that taking care of teeth from an early age has a positive effect on overall health. Vincent Wukmir, Founder of Elderosa Elderberry Ranch on Route 66 in Devore, shares the process of harvesting wild elderberries.

California's Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday discusses the California Volunteers, which launched the nation's first statewide Climate Action Corps, College Corps, and Youth Jobs Corps.

Dr. Jess Block Nerren discusses The Cog, or Cognitive Collective, a sensory hub on the campus of Cal State University San Bernardino that advocates for neurodiversity. And Organizer Greg Russell talks about the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, April 19 at Riverside City College.

Shawn Prokopec, Chief Executive Officer of Anthesis, discusses the non-profit's dedication to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provide job readiness training.

Vanessa Perez, Executive Director with Time for Change Foundation, shares the non-profit's mission to provide programs and housing to help women and children reach self-sufficiency.

Rene Reyes, Vice President of Programming and Festivals for the Paley Center for Media, talks about the Paley Center and Paleyfest 2024, a television festival bringing fans together with the stars.

Fred Clarke, General Manager of The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, talks about their ranunculus blooms this spring season. Lincoln Shrine Memorial Curator Nathan Gonzalez & Special Collections Manager Maria Carrillo talk about the important items in the Civil War era museum, located in Redlands.

Award-winning actor, filmmaker, musician, and author Jon Lindstrom discusses his first novel, Hollywood Hustle.

Dennis Anderson discusses Ramona, presented by the Ramona Bowl Amphitheater, the nation's longest-running outdoor drama. Student Filmmaker Brian Navarro talks about her full-length film, A Man's Due.

Music Director and Conductor Anthony Parnther talks about the San Bernardino Symphony's 2024 Season.

As part of Black History Month, award-winning producer and filmmaker Lawrence Hott discusses his newest film The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights.

Singer Pia Toscano talks about her experience competing on American Idol, her musical influences, and shares some of the songs she enjoys performing. Pia will be in concert with Daniel Emmet, March 6 at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa in Rancho Mirage.

Guitarist, jazz vocalist, and songwriter Allan Harris discusses his music and his upcoming performance of Cross That River, which tells the story of Blue, a runaway slave who becomes one of America's first Black Cowboys.

Singer/songwriter Daniel Emmet talk about his time on America's Got Talent and his new PBS Special Simply the Best with Pia Toscano. Daniel will be performing in Rancho Mirage on March 6 at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa with the Desert Symphony. KVCR has tickets: kvcr.org/events

Roman Stollenwerk, Assistant Curator for the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art at Chaffey College in Rancho Cucamonga, discusses their newest exhibit, Seeing the Unseen: Math and Art, open to the public now through March 9. Then Debra Scacco, Guest Curator for the Ontario Museum of History and Art, talks about their newest art exhibit Conduit, inspired by the recently opened Built on Water exhibit. Conduit is open February 15 – May 19, 2024.

New York Times bestselling novelist, TV show creator and producer, and author Brad Meltzer returns to Lifestyles to talk about his latest books in the Ordinary People Change the World series: I Am Mister Rogers and I Am Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Actor & Comedian Jon Lovitz talks about his roles and his stand up comedy.

Lillian speaks with author, producer, director, writer, and actor Mike Farrell, best known for his role as Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on the television series M*A*S*H.

Actor, author, and activist Ed Begley Jr. discusses his roles in television and his sobriety as detailed in his memoir, To The Temple of Tranquility and Step On It.

Dr. Adriane Lamar Snyder, CEO of the Riverside Area Rape Crisis Center, talks about services and advocacy support for survivors and families affected by all forms of sexual violence.

Zaylin Cano, Executive and Artistic Director of Inland Pacific Ballet, talks about the history of the dance academy and The Nutcracker, with performances in Rancho Cucamonga, Claremont, and Riverside this month.

California's Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday leads service, volunteer, and civic engagement efforts throughout California and oversees the California Volunteers. He talks about his career and details the programs and initiatives in place to serve the people in the Golden State.

TV host, writer, motivational speaker, model, and MSNBC contributor Alyssa London discusses Indigenous culture and identity.

As part of Native American Heritage Month, this week on Lifestyles, Lillian will talk with Chef Freddie Bitsuie. He'll talk about his new cook book New Native Kitchen and the duties in planning a menu. Then Lillian will speak with Liz McSwain Executive Director of the Caramel Connection Foundation. Liz will talk about their community garden and their upcoming Friendsgiving celebration event on Nov 19.

November is Native American Heritage Month. Today, Lillian speaks with TV personality, actress, advocate, and pilot Ariel Tweto.

Mark and Eva Woodsmall, Founders of Spero Vineyards, talk about their Viticulture Vocational Training program, an innovative work training program dedicated to securing meaningful vocational outcomes for young adults with developmental disabilities. Then Marissa Kucheck, Director of Museum Arts and Culture for the City of Ontario, discusses the Ontario Museum of History and Art and their new exhibit Built on Water.

Dr. Sharon Lum, Surgical Oncologist and Chair of the Department of Surgery at Loma Linda University Health, discusses breast cancer awareness, prevention, and care.

Nicole Ramos, Director of Marketing and Communications with OmniTrans, talks about their services and their Beautiful Benches Project. Daniel Beld, Scare Actor at Knott's Scary Farm, discusses his unique job as The Wizard in The Gauntlet Scare Zone.

Frank Pefley talks about the Braille Institute in Riverside and their White Cane Day on October 17. Tanialee Sanchez shares details about the Inland Regional Center and their Fall Festival Cultural Resource Fair on October 28 in Riverside.

Matthew Mena, Executive Director of IEGO, talks about their network of community-based organizations, businesses, institutions, and stakeholders committed to growing middle-class jobs and pursuing inclusive economic development for all Riverside and San Bernardino County residents.

Virtuoso guitarist, singer, and composer Charo talks about her life, career, and her music.

Dr. Enrique Murillo, Executive Director of LEAD, Latino Education & Advocacy Days, talks about the LEAD Summit at CSUSB on September 29.

Ted Alejandre San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, talks about the Learn with Me project, a partnership between San Bernardino County schools and KVCR. Learn with Me is a bilingual, educational children's show for kids in grades 1st to 3rd. The Premiere of Learn With Me is Thursday, September 21 at 6 pm at the Lewis Family Playhouse.

Singer Anthony Bernasconi discusses being the lead performer in Feelin' Good: The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience, taking the stage on September 24 at The Lewis Family Playhouse in Rancho Cucamonga.

Actress, talent agent, and advocate Erin Gray talks about her career as a model and actress, with well-known roles such as Colonel Wilma Deering in Buck Rogers in the 25th Century and Kate Summers-Stratton in the 80s sitcom Silver Spoons. Erin also shares her passion for advocating for children as a board member of the Innocent Lives Foundation, whose mission is to identify anonymous child predators and help bring them to justice. Their Ending Child Exploitation Gala is September 23 at the Castaway in Burbank.

Marilyn Magness, former Executive Director of Creative Entertainment for Disney Parks and Resorts, shares some of her exciting past projects and what she's working on now, including the Redlands Bowl Grand Centennial Celebration on Aug 26.