The purpose of our lives is to be happy. Each week (or so), join Robby Bancroft aka @therealrobbyb, proud member of the "lazy, entitled, and unreliable" millennial generation, as he interviews guests on their own pursuit of happiness. If you love your hometown, want to run your own business, or just want to hear some great life advice, then this is the podcast for you. Welcome to Robby's World!
Robby and Mary exchange some life updates and touch on numerous topics including Breakers, Civic Empowerment Program, Councilmember Tygarjas Twyrls Bigstyck, COVID-19/Vaccines, Mental Health, Oversized Vehicles and Social Unity Project plus Robby shares he is going to be one of the esteemed honorees at this year's PCT Honors event happening on Saturday, September 11 from 7-11pm.
Robby talks to Grocery Outlet Co-owner Diana Chu about how her and her husband became owners of the store, what some of her roles and responsibilities are and she also invites you to join the fight against hunger in our community by participating in the Independence From Hunger Food & Funds Drive happening in store (5550 CA-1, Pacifica, CA 94044) until the end of July.
Robby talks to bassist and friend Devan Bleyle about how their band OBSOLETE MAN came to be, what life for the band was like during the pandemic and what you can look forward to as they head into the studio to record their second EP.
Robby talks to Dr. Madison Fandel about her move back home from Seattle, the kinds of services she now offers at her new office in Sharp Park (which is not Manor!) and also discusses some very useful health and nutrition insights. Book your free 15 minute consultation at drmadisonfandel.com
Robby talks to musician and promoter Casey Spencer Gerlach about how he got involved with booking local shows, what it's like being the inhouse booker at a venue while also working for a productions company and shares some really useful tips for local bands that want to break out of the local music scene. Contact Casey at casey[at]pinupproductions[dot]net.
Robby talks to Dr. O aka The Teen Doc about why she chose to focus on working with teens, ways to approach uncomfortable situations with a friend or family member and also the importance of redefining how the world thinks of and identifies trauma. There is honestly so much more packed into this episode that you just need to take the time to listen and then go tell your loved ones how much they mean to you!
Robby talks to Associate Marriage and Family Therapist Xana Cook about her early school days, career path and the latest with Social Unity Project including their inaugural fundraising event on Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 6-8pm at Breakers.
Robby talks to Bonnie McEwing McNamara about her son's fatal drug addiction story involving fentanyl and shares details from the upcoming Overdose Awareness Motorcycle Run on Saturday, August 28, 2021.
Robby talks to Liam Orsi aka POMI about how he got into creating music, what he's currently working on and ideas for marketing his new material in a predominantly digital world.
Robby talks to Photographer/Videographer Danny Todd about his recent move to Idaho, what's keeping him busy these days since "retiring" from touring and they also discuss the inspiration behind his podcast, The Danny Toddcast.
Robby talks to John Seeterlin from The Family Crest about his early music career, life on the east coast plus John shares updates about TFC's upcoming album release including future tour plans.
Robby talks about some local news and events. He also shares some updates about his restaurant, band and previous podcast guests.
Robby talks to Colleen Granahan from the Coastside Farmers' Markets about the CalFresh EBT match program, some of her favorite local spots on the coast and her annual blood drive she hosts in honor of her nephew.
Robby talks to Jared Stossel about his media promo company and new podcast.
Robby talks to Sue Digre about her 16 years of service on Pacifica's City Council.
Robby talks to Jenn Root Martell about her cider company, South City Cider.
Robby talks to Louis Armstrong about his new private gym in Pacifica.
Scott Wright talks about his early music career, reflects on his time spent working in the SF bar industry and we lay out the complete origin story of how our band, OBSOLETE MAN, came to be. Watch the new music for STOIC at: https://youtu.be/SjeTielriIk
Chasta chats about being on radio practically her entire life, shares a little too much detail about her love life including becoming a mom and talks about her family household's battle with COVID-19 (which like her name, is REAL y'all!)
The one and only Mary Bier talks about the different hats she wears (Councilmember, Facilitator, Director, etc.) within the community, shares updates about the expansion of her substance use prevention work through the Daly City Youth Health Center (that serves all youth in North County including Pacifica!) and answers questions from community members about the police budget, Sharp Park specific plan and many other issues facing Pacifica.
Robby dives into his first solo podcast to share updates about the first two episodes, talk about his break from social media and explain what it's like to re-open his family's restaurant, Breakers, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nicole Yarbrough talks about her experience growing up in Pacifica, shares some exciting updates about her new non profit, Social Unity Project (SUP) and also answers questions from some mutual friends including ways we can be better allies in support of racial equity.
Tygarjas Twyrls Bigstyck talks about growing up in Pacifica, shares insight from how his campaign for city council is going and also answers some hot button questions from community members including the meaning behind his name.
Episode 000 is a test run to make sure everything works. So far, so good. Welcome to Robby's World!