Podcasts about Northern California

Tonight I will be speaking to Derek Condit, an author, researcher, psychic intuitive, inventor, U.S. Army veteran, and former Washington State correctional officer. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Derek explores the fascinating intersection of documented history, eyewitness testimony, unexplained phenomena, folklore, and personal experience. His work examines the stories and events that challenge our understanding of the world around us. Derek is the creator of The Triangle Series, a collection of books investigating regions associated with unusual activity including UFO encounters, Bigfoot and cryptid sightings, paranormal experiences, unexplained lights, historic mysteries, and other events that defy easy explanation. His approach is open minded and story-driven. Rather than dismissing experiences simply because they fall outside conventional understanding, Derek allows witnesses to share their stories and examines the possibilities surrounding what they encountered. His interest in the unexplained is also deeply personal. Derek has experienced unexplained phenomena firsthand, including a Bigfoot encounter in Washington State. As Derek explains: "My connection to these subjects is also deeply personal. Both my 87-year-old father, a former NSA agent, and I have had our own Bigfoot encounters. Mine occurred in Washington State, while his took place in Northern California." Derek's 16 years as a Washington State correctional officer also provided him with numerous unusual experiences. Some occurred inside the Washington State Reformatory, while others took place during night-shift assignments outside the prison. These firsthand encounters, combined with years of research, have shaped Derek's unique perspective on the unexplained.   Cosmic Shungite: https://www.CosmicShungite.com Bigfoot's Gems: https://www.BigfootsGems.com  

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Tokyo-born Lisa Katayama took her parenting techniques with her to Northern California and found that what Japanese culture had to offer was quite useful when it came to raising kids. We discussed the pain points of parenting, how she puts her ideas into practice, and how she pulled off writing a book in the midst of all of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We are so well positioned to have it continue and flourish because we have become a Perpetual Purpose Trust, which means this place is no longer owned by one person or any financial interest—it is owned by purpose." —Michael Stusser "We're always trying to figure out how we keep moving the property forward in a way that's sustainable, and also how it's going to impact our guests, our business, our staff." —Heather Bishop  A perpetual purpose trust sounds like a legal footnote until you meet the two people who actually built one. This episode traces how Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary in Sonoma County became the first U.S. spa to place itself inside that structure — permanently removing any future owner's ability to chase profit over mission.  Justine first sits down with founder Michael Stusser, who traces the idea back to a single afternoon in an 800-year-old Kyoto stone garden, and then with CEO Heather Bishop, who inherited the vision and had to figure out how to make it legally unbreakable. This one's for anyone who's tired of the word "sustainable" doing all the talking and none of the work. Michael and Heather don't just describe the enzyme bath, the meditation gardens, or the gray water system — they explain the budgeting, the permits, and the trade-offs behind each one. It's a conversation about what it actually costs, in time and humility, to build something that outlasts you. The enzyme bath's heat comes entirely from billions of thermophilic bacteria fermenting Douglas fir and rice bran — not from any external heat source. Osmosis's perpetual purpose trust means the business has no human shareholder; its "shareholder" is the mission itself, enforced by a trust committee and an independent trust enforcer. The five-and-a-half-acre property couldn't legally go into the same trust as the business, so it's being paid off and moved into a separate land trust over the next three to five years. A gray water system currently covers roughly 50–60% of the property's irrigation needs, with a rainwater catchment system planned to close the gap entirely. Osmosis sources its enzyme bath wood shavings as a byproduct from local lumber operations that would otherwise throw them away. Trust-based decision-making already changed real policy — Heather cites expanding paid time off to all staff, including part-time employees, as a direct result of the trust's staff-benefit objectives. Listen to the full conversation with Michael Stusser and Heather Bishop, and follow Essential Ingredients so you don't miss what's next. https://tinyurl.com/Essential-Ingredients-Podcast  Meet Michael:   Michael Stusser, founder of Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary, is a pioneer in ecological sustainability, organic gardening, and holistic wellness. Beginning his journey at UC Santa Cruz in the late 1960s, he helped establish horticultural training centers and later served on the board of the Farallones Institute in Sonoma County.  In the early 1980s, Michael apprenticed in traditional landscape gardening in Kyoto, Japan, where he immersed himself in Zen meditation and discovered the healing power of cedar enzyme baths. Returning to California in 1984, he introduced this unique practice, gaining national recognition in outlets like The New York Times and CNN. By 1988, he transformed five acres in Freestone into Osmosis, blending inspired landscaping, meditation traditions, and eco‑restoration to create a sanctuary rooted in sustainability, spirituality, and rejuvenation.  LinkedIn Meet Heather:  Heather Bishop is the CEO of Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary, where she leads one of Northern California's most distinctive hospitality businesses with a focus on people‑centered leadership and operational excellence. Over the past decade, she has guided Osmosis through transformative organizational change, overseeing operations, finance, HR, strategic planning, and guest experience for a team of 80+.  Heather recently spearheaded the company's transition into a Purpose Trust‑owned business—one of the few in the United States—ensuring long‑term mission preservation while modernizing governance, HR systems, and employee benefits. With expertise in executive leadership, organizational development, change management, and hospitality operations, Heather is dedicated to building resilient, purpose‑driven organizations where employees thrive and guests enjoy exceptional experiences.  LinkedIn Connect with Osmosis:  Website Instagram Facebook  X YouTube Pinterest Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Podcast Chapters: 01:48 Meet Michael Stusser: The Kyoto Garden That Started It All 03:11 What Is an Enzyme Bath, Really? 09:51 Osmosis Becomes a Perpetual Purpose Trust 13:03 Self-Love, Deep Peace: Osmosis's Core Mission 16:38 Meet Heather Bishop: Massage Therapist to CEO 19:40 Stewarding Salmon Creek and the Meditation Gardens 27:17 Inside the Cedar Enzyme Bath's Sustainable Sourcing 30:28 Perpetual Purpose Trust, Explained in Plain Terms 36:03 Why the Land Stayed Out of the Trust 39:30 What Sustainability Actually Costs  THE PRIMES  ✨ You're more capable than you have ever been, and somehow more invisible than ever. You keep handing out advice you do not take yourself. You keep saying 'after this next thing' to your own life, and the people around you have no idea because, from the outside, everything looks fine— that is exactly what The Primes was built for.

SHOWNOTES Apple Podcast Description: Episode Title: In this episode of All Talk Oncology, host Kenny Perkins (Your Cancer Guy) talks with Dr. Jeffrey Velotta, a thoracic surgeon practicing in Northern California, to discuss a growing and often misunderstood health crisis—lung cancer in people who have never smoked. While many people associate lung cancer primarily with smoking, Dr. Velotta explains that an alarming trend is emerging, particularly among Asian women who have never smoked. Despite California having one of the lowest smoking rates in the United States, the state continues to see some of the highest lung cancer incidence and mortality rates. Dr. Velotta breaks down the surprising risk factors behind this phenomenon, why many patients are being diagnosed at Stage IV, and what individuals can do to advocate for themselves when symptoms appear. This conversation is an essential listen for patients, caregivers, and anyone concerned about lung health—especially those who believe they are not at risk. In this episode, Dr. Castro discusses: Why lung cancer is increasing among non-smokers The alarming rise of lung cancer in Asian women Why many patients are diagnosed at Stage IV Key risk factors beyond smoking The importance of early detection and recognizing symptoms Why persistent cough should never be ignored When to request a chest X-ray or CT scan Why getting a second opinion is critical for cancer care How patients can find clinical trials and new treatment options Dr. Velotta also encourages patients to become active participants in their healthcare by asking tough questions, advocating for themselves, and seeking the best possible care. This episode provides vital insight into a growing public health issue and empowers patients with the knowledge needed to take action early. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to help spread awareness about lung cancer and empower patients with life-saving information. Immortalize your voice by being an ALL TALK ONCOLOGY GUEST! Just fill-out this FORM. Invite Kenny Perkins to Speak or Participate on your event. Just fill-out this FORM.   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: All Talk Oncology: Instagram & Facebook JOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY: Facebook Community WEBSITE: www.alltalkoncology.com Hashtags:  #LungCancerAwareness #LungCancerInNonSmokers #ThoracicSurgery #CancerScreening #AllTalkOncology #YourCancerGuy #CancerEducation #CancerAdvocacy

John McNellis is based in Palo Alto and has been in commercial real estate for more than 40 years. He has been focused on grocery anchored shopping centers in Northern California for most of that time. On today's show we are talking about what is working today and the fundamentals that have stood the test of time. He is also the author of the book "Making it In Real Estate", now in its third edition. To connect with John visit https://mcnellis.com/ or email him at john@mcnellis.com. ------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

The Enlightened Family Business Podcast Ep. 167: The One Plan Every Family Is Missing with Libby Boatwright   In this episode of the Enlightened Family Business Podcast, host Chris Yonker sits down with Libby Boatwright — certified financial planner, former Stanford Medical Center chaplain, pastor, and author of The Last Things We Talk About — for a candid, deeply practical conversation about the one plan most families never make: an end-of-life plan. Drawing on decades of experience in palliative care, hospice work, financial planning, and pastoral ministry, Libby walks through the full spectrum of what families need to navigate when a loved one faces a serious diagnosis or decline — and why waiting until the last minute makes everything harder and more costly. Chris and Libby explore the critical difference between palliative care and hospice, how hospitals really operate and what they won't tell you, why your advanced directive is your most important legal document, the caregiving crisis quietly bankrupting American families, how to be an effective patient advocate inside a system not designed to help you, and what it actually looks like to help a loved one die well. Chris also shares his own firsthand experience navigating hospice for both parents — including a powerful story about standing up to a hospital trying to redirect his mother's care. This is a conversation every family should hear before they need it. Episode Chapters ·       2:22   Meet Libby Boatwright ·       4:31   What End-of-Life Planning Actually Covers ·       7:29   When the Diagnosis Arrives: Legacy, Bucket Lists, and Getting the House in Order ·       10:00  The Circles of Support — Who Will Be There When It Matters? ·       12:44  How to Start the Conversation When Families Don't Want To ·       15:00  The Advanced Directive, HIPAA, and the POLST — The Three Essential Documents ·       18:32  The Caregiving Crisis: Costs, Burnout, and Family Conflict ·       23:36  Alzheimer's, Memory Care, and What It Actually Costs ·       26:17  Protecting Assets: Trusts, Look-Back Periods, and Planning Ahead ·       28:13  Navigating the Hospital System: Case Managers, Patient Advocates, and How to Fight for Your Loved One ·       35:00  Palliative Care: What It Is, When to Use It, and Why Most People Don't Know ·       38:09  Hospice: Medicare's Gift at the End of Life ·       41:18  Chris's Story: Standing Up to the Hospital ·       46:59  About the Book: The Last Things We Talk About ·       50:16  Resources and Farewell   Websites ·       elizabethboatwright.com ·       chrisyonker.com   Book ·       The Last Things We Talk About: Your Guide to End of Life Transitions by Elizabeth Boatwright (Bull Publishing, 2021) — available on Amazon   About Libby Boatwright Rev. Dr. Elizabeth "Libby" Boatwright, BCC-PCHAC, CFP, is a chaplain, pastor, certified financial planner, and author who has spent over 30 years counseling families on end-of-life issues, loss, grief, estate planning, and the emotional and spiritual dimensions of dying. She served as a Relief Chaplain in Oncology Outpatient Palliative Care Medicine at Stanford Health Care, where she worked alongside hundreds of patients and families navigating serious illness and end-of-life transitions. In her book The Last Things We Talk About: Your Guide to End of Life Transitions (Bull Publishing, 2021), Libby offers a practical framework for creating what she calls the "white book" — a simple binder or flash drive of all the materials a family will need when a loved one passes — helping heirs avoid what she calls "the treasure hunt" of lost documents and unspoken wishes. Libby has lectured at universities, colleges, and medical institutions, led seminars at national conventions, faith communities, parenting groups, senior fellowships, and estate planning forums. She has published in Cancer.net, Morningstar, CSA Journal, and Barron's, and has been featured in newspapers across the country. She has also appeared on ABC Nightly News and hosted her own radio show, The Fiscal Therapist, on KAIM. Libby holds Master's degrees from UC Berkeley, San Francisco State University, and Fuller Seminary, a Doctor of Ministry in Semiotics and Future Studies from George Fox University, and holds certifications as a Certified Financial Planner and Board Certified Chaplain with Advanced Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care. She lives in Northern California.

The crimes continue in Southern California, with the murders of Manuela Witthuhn and Janelle Cruz. Paul Holes explains how the offender's violence evolved, how patterns emerged across cases, and how investigators eventually linked the East Area Rapist attacks in Northern California to the Original Night Stalker homicides in the south. For a moment, Paul believes the case may finally be solved. Instead, the investigation enters another long silence. Want to hear the entire series right now? Join Super Duper Fam at ⁠⁠⁠smalltowndicks.com/superfam⁠⁠⁠ for access to the full ad-free binge feed, and use promo code GSK for your first month free. What is Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes? This is a 10-part limited series from Small Town Dicks, Paul Holes tells the full story of his 24-year pursuit of the Golden State Killer. Across ten episodes, Paul joins Yeardley, Dan, and Dave for a firsthand account of one of the most significant cold case investigations in American history. From the early crimes of the Visalia Ransacker to the East Area Rapist attacks, the Southern California homicides, and the DNA breakthrough that finally identified Joseph DeAngelo, Paul walks listeners through the evidence, the setbacks, the mistakes, and the personal toll of doggedly pursuing a case for decades. This is a rare, firsthand account of the work, the weight, and the persistence behind a case that forever changed the way crimes are investigated.  Small Town Dicks Presents: Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes is an Audio 99 production. Written by Paul Holes and featuring Detective Dan, Detective Dave, and Yeardley Smith. Produced by Jessica Halstead and Monika Scott. Executive produced by Ben Cornwell and Yeardley Smith. Edited by Katie McMurran and Soren Begin, with additional editing by Cristina Bracamontes. Sound supervision by Logan Heftel. Design and social media by Andrew Polk. Theme music composed by Logan Heftel. Photo courtesy of Anton Floquet | ⁠⁠⁠antonfloquet.com⁠⁠ To support the making of this podcast, visit smalltowndicks.com/superfam and hit the “Join” button. Stream all episodes at smalltowndicks.com/goldenstatekiller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ruth Astle has been diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune condition that attacks the thyroid, after years of searching for answers through countless tests and specialist appointments. It's a significant moment for an athlete who has spent too long being told everything looked normal. Jelle Geens has shelved his Kona ambitions to chase an unprecedented third consecutive 70.3 World Championship title in Nice, something no man has ever done. We discuss what that decision means and whether he can do it. Ironman Leeds had its swim cancelled due to a blue-green algae bloom in Waterloo Lake, with athletes racing a duathlon instead. It's the latest in a growing pattern of swim cancellations driven by extreme heat. Cassandre Beaugrand continues to rewrite what a triathlete can be. We look at her new approach since relocating to Girona, how competitive athletics is feeding back into her triathlon, and what it means for her dominance heading into the rest of the season. At Ironman 70.3 Northern California, the Long versus Sanders rivalry took another twist as both were beaten by Jason West, with Grace Alexander dominant in the women's race. Laura Philipp sends an ominous Kona warning with a course record at Ironman Kalmar, while Jonas Schomburg takes a dominant men's win in his first ever Ironman victory, completing the Kona qualification picture. Julie Derron returns to winning ways at T100 Vancouver, chasing down Kate Waugh to take the victory, with Georgia Taylor-Brown third and Paula Findlay fourth. SAVE 40% OFF EVERYTHING AT WWW.HUUBDESIGN.COM USING THE CODE 'Deano2026-40' Get your Talking Triathlon Gear at: https://stolengoat.com/webshop/talking-triathlon/ To support the podcast please head to: patreon.com/talkingtriathlon To watch this podcast as a video visit: https://bit.ly/3vzSss2  Or check us out on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtriathlon You can follow James at https://www.instagram.com/bale.james85 You can follow Tim at https://www.instagram.com/tford14

We share listener Lindsay's family road trip through Northern California, highlighting an itinerary that stretches from Redwood National Park to San Francisco almost entirely on points. Using a creative mix of United, Chase, American Express, Hyatt free night awards, Southwest points, and Companion Passes, Lindsay pieced together six nights of lodging while keeping costs remarkably low.Along the way, the family explored iconic stops including Fern Canyon, the towering redwood groves, Trees of Mystery, Sonoma, and San Francisco favorites like Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, Alcatraz, Muir Woods, and Lombard Street. The episode also includes practical tips on planning this route, finding great local restaurants, preparing for Northern California's surprisingly cool summer weather, and maximizing points and free night certificates for an unforgettable family road trip.Find Us On Online:Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel NewsletterMary Ellen | JoFacebook GroupAffiliate Links:Relief Band - Use code WONDERLAND for 25% off!Comfrt.com 15% OFFRakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)CardpointersHalara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off)Our Favorite Credit CardsWe may receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards

In this week's episode I am joined by Stuart Oller. For Stuart, hounds have been a part of life for more than seven decades. He started hunting with hounds at just four years old, following a family tradition that included his uncle, father, brothers and cousin. Growing up in Northern California, Stuart has spent a lifetime learning what good hounds can do and chasing a wide variety of game across some rugged country. Over the years, Stuart has hunted just about everything that can be legally pursued with a hound, including coon, fox, bobcat, mountain lion and bear. While fox hunting is what he primarily does today, bear hunting has always held a special place in his heart. Stuart also has a long history with a particular type of hound. Since his teenage years, he has maintained his own line of Trigg and Treeing Walker crosses, developing dogs that have proven themselves over generations of hunting. We talk about what went into building that line, the qualities Stuart has selected for over the years and why maintaining a family of proven dogs has been so important to him. We also get into one of the biggest frustrations facing Stuart and many ranchers in Northern California today—the introduction and expansion of wolves in the area. Stuart shares his perspective on how wolves have affected the country he hunts and the challenges they have created for local ranchers. This is a conversation with a true old-school houndsman who has spent almost 70 years behind a dog. From following his family into the woods as a young boy to hunting multiple species across Northern California, Stuart Oller has seen tremendous changes in the hound world—and he has plenty of stories and experience to share along the way.   Sponsors: https://conkeysoutdoors.com  Promo Code TREETALKINTIME5 https://www.facebook.com/groups/1420083161566245  https://www.facebook.com/p/Animal-Housing-Solutions-Inc  https://fullcrymag.com Merch: https://treetalkin.com/collections  Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@TreeTalkinMedia  https://www.patreon.com/treetalkintime https://www.instagram.com/treetalkinmedia https://www.facebook.com/treetalkinmedia  

Ronald Long is a United States Marine Corps veteran who served from 2009–2013, leaving the Marines as an E-4 Corporal. In this episode of Urban Valor, Ronald shares his incredible story of joining the U.S. Marines, experiencing combat, surviving an IED explosion, losing a fellow service member beside him, and confronting experiences that would follow him long after the battlefield.But Ronald's story started LONG before the Marine Corps...He grew up in Northern California in a Puerto Rican family that endured financial hardship, his sister's battle with cancer, his mother's addiction, abuse inside the home, and eventually the breakup of his family.As a kid, Ronald learned pretty damn quickly how to survive.By his teenage years, that meant helping raise his sisters, trying to help keep his family financially afloat, getting involved in selling marijuana, witnessing violence around his friends, and reaching adulthood without much of a plan for what came next.Then life changed FAST.Ronald began a relationship, discovered he was about to become a father, and suddenly needed a way to provide for a family.Then, seemingly out of nowhere...A Marine Corps recruiter called.Ronald signed the paperwork, went to boot camp, and began a path that would eventually put him into situations very few people can truly understand.And somehow, even surrounded by some incredibly dark moments, Ronald's Marine Corps stories can also be absolutely hilarious.From doing boot camp practically BLIND because nobody gave him his glasses......to Marines breaking into the WRONG barracks......to a drill instructor apparently studying World of Warcraft just so he could figure out new ways to destroy the recruits playing it. But combat was different.Ronald describes transporting bodies, seeing horrific injuries become almost routine, and the moment a pressure plate detonated feet away from him.For a moment, his mind transported him somewhere completely different.Then Abdul came crashing back into his reality.And Ronald realized his friend was dead.Thank you to Ronald Long for trusting us with his story.

Developer John McNellis says passive real estate investing doesn't exist, and he explains why.Summary:John McNellis has developed close to 100 properties over more than 45 years, shifting from a corporate lawyer to a shopping center developer to, today, a specialist in small quick-serve restaurant ground leases with tenants like Chick-fil-A. In this conversation he walks through the two mistakes that wipe out most beginning developers, the deal that nearly cost him everything, and why he thinks the phrase "passive real estate investment" is one of the biggest lies in the business. He also breaks down why commercial real estate is a weaker inflation hedge than most investors assume, and lays out a simple path for landing a first deal.Key topics:The two mistakes that wipe out beginning developers: overpaying and overleveragingWhy commercial real estate underperforms as an inflation hedge (3% inflation versus 1.37% appreciation)The shift from ground-up shopping centers to small Chick-fil-A ground leasesWhy "passive real estate investing" is a myth, and what daily ownership actually requiresThe get rich slow approach: less debt, more equity, patience over scaleAbout John McNellis:John McNellis is a real estate developer and the author of Making It in Real Estate: Thriving as a Developer, now in its third edition. He has led close to 100 development deals across Northern California over more than 45 years.Links:

Welcome to our little gardening show; tucked away at 810 on your AM dial on Sunday mornings, we take calls and discuss the world of organic gardening around the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. This mornings' show was dedicated to callers, and an informal theme developed when multiple callers presented with powdery mildew issues on pumpkins and chard, among other things. This podcast edition of the show is lightly edited to remove musical content and broadcast advertising. To hear un-edited content, tune in live on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am Pacific to KSFO on 810 AM in most of Northern California, and streaming online everywhere at ksfo.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our little gardening show; tucked away at 810 on your AM dial on Sunday mornings, we take calls and discuss the world of organic gardening around the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. This mornings' show was dedicated to callers, and an informal theme developed when multiple callers presented with powdery mildew issues on pumpkins and chard, among other things. This podcast edition of the show is lightly edited to remove musical content and broadcast advertising. To hear un-edited content, tune in live on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am Pacific to KSFO on 810 AM in most of Northern California, and streaming online everywhere at ksfo.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

listen without ads and get dopeycon tix discounted at www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Summary: It's Dopey Day—the annual celebration of Chris O'Connor's birthday, his spirit and the strange, loving community that grew around Dopey. Dave explains the meaning of putting the Dopey logo over your eyes: addiction doesn't have one face, nobody truly knows what another person is going through, and recovery happens through connection. After DopeyCon updates, Scott remembers his weed-loving boxer Bailey, and Morgan tells a frightening story about a friend accidentally snorting an enormous line of 2C-B instead of cocaine and spending four hours reliving combat trauma. Then three longtime dopes return to reflect on how their lives—and their ideas about recovery—have changed. OG Dopey Nation legend Matthew Wiedermeier Carroll explains how he found Dopey while strung out on meth, wrote to Chris from prison, and eventually created the beloved “Waiting for Tonight” posts. He recounts stealing beer kegs and copper for drug money, drinking throughout his early involvement with Dopey, returning to cocaine and meth after his son was born, getting thrown out of his house and finally working the Twelve Steps for the first time. Matt also talks about prayer, fatherhood, DJing and the connection that helped him build a real recovery. Next, B. Getz of The Upful Life looks back at discovering Dopey while isolated on Northern California cannabis farms and trying to quit opioids with kratom. He remembers getting expelled from his first weed farm after having pills mailed to him, returning for another chance, and finding community among the international “trimigrants” of the pre-legalization cannabis world. Now married, off opioids and kratom, and raising a new baby, B. explains how Dopey helped broaden his understanding of recovery beyond rigid labels and taught him the value of service. Finally, Colin—who lived with Chris after Mountainside and now co-runs Berkshire Transition Network—joins Dave for a deeper conversation about grief, overdose and the limits of one-size-fits-all recovery. They question the tendency to explain every death by saying the person “didn't want it enough,” discuss whether addiction is a fixed identity or a culturally constructed label, and explore why listening, patience, trust and individualized support may matter more than forcing everyone down the same path. All that plus extra Chris! and More on an all new dopey day episode of that good old dopey show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ohn McNellis didn't set out to become one of Northern California's most respected retail developers - he set out to avoid a courtroom. After a journalism degree at UC Berkeley and a detour through law school, John landed at a prestigious San Francisco law firm, hated litigation, and started flipping small duplexes on nights and weekends just to stay sane. Over half a dozen years, that side hustle quietly became a real business. 43 years later, John and his partners at McNellis Partners have developed more than 100 properties, mostly supermarket-anchored shopping centers, and he's distilled every hard-won lesson into the bestselling book Making It in Real Estate - now in its third edition and required reading at universities nationwide.   In this episode, John gets brutally honest about the arc of a four-decade career: the deals that built his reputation, the mistakes that nearly ended it, and why he believes "passive investment" in commercial real estate is one of the industry's biggest lies. We talk about what actually separates investors who last from those who flame out, why sticking to your "weight class" on deals matters more than chasing the big score, and how surviving - and winning - a down market comes down to discipline most people don't have. If you've ever wondered whether real estate is something you can realistically start on the side while keeping your W-2, this conversation is proof it's possible - and a clear-eyed look at what it actually costs to build something that lasts   In this episode: Why John walked away from law to bet on real estate part-time The "Ten Great Ways to Lose Money" he's learned firsthand What separates investors who last 40+ years from those who don't Why "passive investment" in CRE is a myth Surviving — and winning — in a down market The politics of City Hall and why real estate is never just about the deal Download our new AI Rental Property Calculator Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCESGet business funding - revenued.com/juice

After the East Area Rapist disappears from Northern California, an attack with a similar MO happens hundreds of miles away in Goleta. At the time, investigators had no reason to connect it to the Sacramento series. Paul Holes helps us understand the shift into Southern California, the jurisdictional gaps, and the violence of the Lyman and Charlene Smith case. Years later, evidence from this phase will become critical to identifying the Golden State Killer. Want to hear the entire series right now? Join Super Duper Fam at ⁠⁠⁠⁠smalltowndicks.com/superfam⁠⁠⁠⁠ for access to the full ad-free binge feed, and use promo code GSK for your first month free. What is Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes? This is a 10-part limited series from Small Town Dicks, Paul Holes tells the full story of his 24-year pursuit of the Golden State Killer. Across ten episodes, Paul joins Yeardley, Dan, and Dave for a firsthand account of one of the most significant cold case investigations in American history. From the early crimes of the Visalia Ransacker to the East Area Rapist attacks, the Southern California homicides, and the DNA breakthrough that finally identified Joseph DeAngelo, Paul walks listeners through the evidence, the setbacks, the mistakes, and the personal toll of doggedly pursuing a case for decades. This is a rare, firsthand account of the work, the weight, and the persistence behind a case that forever changed the way crimes are investigated.  Small Town Dicks Presents: Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes is an Audio 99 production. Written by Paul Holes and featuring Detective Dan, Detective Dave, and Yeardley Smith. Produced by Jessica Halstead and Monika Scott. Executive produced by Ben Cornwell and Yeardley Smith. Edited by Katie McMurran and Soren Begin, with additional editing by Cristina Bracamontes. Sound supervision by Logan Heftel. Design and social media by Andrew Polk. Theme music composed by Logan Heftel. Photo courtesy of Anton Floquet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠antonfloquet.com⁠⁠⁠ To support the making of this podcast, visit smalltowndicks.com/superfam and hit the “Join” button. Stream all episodes at smalltowndicks.com/goldenstatekiller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there a covert plan for humanity? Are we on the brink of discovery? Sylvia McKelvey is a longtime Christian researcher and former MUFON investigator who appeared in the 1983 documentary The New Age: Pathway to Paradise. A former U.S. Naval Reserve Hospital Corps Petty Officer, she served during Operation Desert Storm and lives in Northern California.Get Sylvia's Book: INTO THE STORM on AmazonWebsite: https://smckelveyahighersource.comSupport: CanaryCry.SupportTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Fallen angels and genetic contamination 05:40 – Sylvia McKelvey's investigation into the New Age movement 08:00 – Lucis Trust, Alice Bailey and Maitreya 19:00 – “Space Brothers,” aliens and the United Nations 21:20 – Investigating UFO reports with MUFON 24:50 – Roswell, Area 51 and UFO disclosure 30:10 – Congress and the spiritual nature of UFOs 39:25 – Sylvia's extraordinary encounter with twelve orbs 43:25 – Paranormal activity and deliverance through Christ 49:05 – Spirits, shapeshifting and jellyfish UFOs 1:01:55 – Genesis 6, the Nephilim and genetic manipulation 1:16:45 – Perseverance, discernment and protecting future generations

Is there a covert plan for humanity? Are we on the brink of discovery? Sylvia McKelvey is a longtime Christian researcher and former MUFON investigator who appeared in the 1983 documentary The New Age: Pathway to Paradise. A former U.S. Naval Reserve Hospital Corps Petty Officer, she served during Operation Desert Storm and lives in Northern California.   Get Sylvia's Book: INTO THE STORM on Amazon Website: https://smckelveyahighersource.com Support: CanaryCry.Support   TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Fallen angels and genetic contamination 05:40 – Sylvia McKelvey's investigation into the New Age movement 08:00 – Lucis Trust, Alice Bailey and Maitreya 19:00 – "Space Brothers," aliens and the United Nations 21:20 – Investigating UFO reports with MUFON 24:50 – Roswell, Area 51 and UFO disclosure 30:10 – Congress and the spiritual nature of UFOs 39:25 – Sylvia's extraordinary encounter with twelve orbs 43:25 – Paranormal activity and deliverance through Christ 49:05 – Spirits, shapeshifting and jellyfish UFOs 1:01:55 – Genesis 6, the Nephilim and genetic manipulation 1:16:45 – Perseverance, discernment and protecting future generations

Social isolation has been declared a public health crisis by the U.S. Surgeon General. And you've likely heard about the male loneliness epidemic or how people are turning to AI bots forcompanionship. But across the Bay Area, shared hobbies are transforming strangers into close knit communities. We'll talk about KQED's Finding Your People series and hear from local subcultures – from mermaids to rock climbers – about the activities that have brought them together. How have you found your people? Guests: Nastia Voynovskaya, editor and reporter, KQED Arts Beth LaBerge, photographer and visual journalist, KQED The Mermaid Atlantis, part of the Northern California mermaid scene Phillip Lang, rock climber and rapper, organizes meetups for the Black Rock Collective, a group of Black climbers in Oakland Simrill Smith, skates under the name Creech with the roller derby team San Francisco Rolling Dead, Bay Area Derby league Hannah Phamvu, a regular at meetups for romance novel fans at A Novel Affair bookstore in Los Altos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to run one of the Bay Area's most beloved Italian restaurant groups while also building a wine label from scratch — in the middle of a pandemic, no less? A16 founder Shelley Lindgren and her Tansy Wines business partner Kitty Oestlien join to talk about bridging California and Italy, from A16's 20th-anniversary cookbook reprint and upcoming Chicago and Ferry Building openings to the six vintages of Tansy, a Northern California label built on organically farmed Italian varieties. The conversation digs into winemaker Megan Glaab's light-touch approach, the ancient Piedmontese grape Ruché that shows up in Tansy's Red Field Blend, and why an open mind is the best tool for navigating an Italian wine list. Pour a glass of Tansy and settle in for two friends talking flowers, farming, and why food always belongs next to the bottle. This Week's Wine: 2022 Tansy Red Wine Field Blend California 

Mendocino's Tribes, Farmers, Environmentalists Agree: Take Down Eel River's Dams For over a century, dams have blocked the Eel River's natural flow of water in Northern California. Now, tribes, environmentalists and utility companies have come up with a plan to tear down the dams, as part of the “Two Basin Solution.” Reporter Sam Anderson found out what a free-running Eel River would mean for local Round Valley Indian Tribes, industry and wildlife.  In Altadena, A Youth Music Scene Crops Up from Eaton Fire's Ashes After the 2025 Eaton Fire destroyed thousands of homes in Los Angeles, music lovers organized fundraisers to reconnect artists with instruments lost in the fire. Now live music shows in Altadena's vacant lots and backyards have sprouted a new scene, where teenage punk and indie bands draw audiences from across Southern California. Reporter Steven Cuevas has the story. Looking for a Last-Minute Summer Road Trip? Try Pinnacles National Park Pinnacles National Park doesn't have the name recognition as Yosemite or Joshua Tree, but it stokes just as much wonder. For our Hidden Gems series, KQED outdoors reporter Sarah Wright traveled to this small park just an hour east of Monterey to find out why it's worth a summer getaway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We look at Mika Noodt's recovery from his crash at Ironman 70.3 Swansea, where he hit an ambulance while leading with 10km to go, and what the journey back to racing has looked like since. Hayden Wilde has been announced for the Supertri Pro Series Final in Jersey, setting up a reunion with Alex Yee and Matt Hauser. We dig into whether the grand final concept actually works, if Yee versus Wilde is still a storyline anyone cares about in 2026, and what Supertri needs to do to make it matter. Ironman 70.3 Northern California features a mouth-watering head-to-head between Sam Long and Lionel Sanders, who makes his return from injury, with both men bringing serious form into the race. Ironman Kalmar rounds out the Kona qualification picture, completing the women's Pro field for October's World Championship, with Katrine Christensen defending and Laura Philipp among the key names. T100 Vancouver rounds out the week, with Alanis Siffert, Georgia Taylor-Brown, Paula Findlay and Kate Waugh among the headline names. SAVE 40% OFF EVERYTHING AT WWW.HUUBDESIGN.COM USING THE CODE 'Deano2026-40' Get your Talking Triathlon Gear at: https://stolengoat.com/webshop/talking-triathlon/ To support the podcast please head to: patreon.com/talkingtriathlon To watch this podcast as a video visit: https://bit.ly/3vzSss2  Or check us out on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtriathlon You can follow James at https://www.instagram.com/bale.james85 You can follow Tim at https://www.instagram.com/tford14

In May 2001, college intern Chandra Levy was preparing to return to her home in Northern California after living in DC for half a year. However, after her parents didn't hear from her for several days, they reported her missing to the Metropolitan Police. When the police entered Chandra's apartment, they found notes from the building's management scattered across the floor and a voicemail full of messages. While most of the messages were from her parents, two were from Congressman Gary Condit, asking when he could see her again. Those messages were placed on May 1st, the last day Chandra was seen alive. What followed was over two decades of political scandal, false confessions, and loose threads that led nowhere. All of this, and the question still remains: what happened to Chandra Levy?ButcherBox: Premium proteins the best way at https://butcherbox.com/milehigher for $20 OFF your first box and ground beef, chicken thighs OR top sirloin for a year!SmileSet: Dental beauty without the hassle  https://smileset.com/milehigher when using our special offer, get your new aligner treatment for under $1300!!Zbiotics: Night's out without the bad mornings https://zbiotics.com  use code MILEHIGHER for 15% OFF your first order!Dose: Boost your live health with https://www.dosedaily.co/milehigher and get 35% OFF your first subscription!Mint Mobile: Ditch the big wireless companies when you use https://mintmobile.com/milehigher and get a plan as low as $15 a month!Intro 0:00An Early Life Full of Love 3:03The Affair 9:49Mysterious Updates 21:20When it Happened 24:41Searching for Chandra 30:05Evidence Begins to Single out Gary Condit 41:32Finding Chandra 1:04:39Eerie Similarities 1:11:02Enter Ingmar 1:13:43Yet Another Twist... 1:30:00Back to Square One 1:37:02Final Thoughts & Outro 1:46:16Mile Higher Media website: https://milehigher.com/ Higher Hope Foundation: https://www.higherhope.org/ Mile Higher Merch: http://milehighermerch.comCheck out our other podcasts!The Sesh https://bit.ly/3Mtoz4XLights Out https://bit.ly/3n3GaoePlanet Sleep https://linktr.ee/planetsleepJoin our official FB group! https://bit.ly/3kQbAxgMHP YouTube: http://bit.ly/2qaDWGfAre You Subscribed On Apple Podcast & Spotify?!Support MHP by leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcast :) https://apple.co/2H4kh58MHP Topic Request Form: https://forms.gle/gUeTEzL9QEh4Hqz88You can follow us on all the things: @milehigherpodInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/milehigherpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MileHigherHosts:Kendall: @kendallraeonytIG: http://instagram.com/kendallraeonytYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/kendallsplaceJosh: @milehigherjoshIG: http://www.instagram.com/milehigherjoshProducers:Janelle: @janelle_fields_IG: https://www.instagram.com/janelle_fields_/Ian: @ifarmeIG: https://www.instagram.com/ifarme/Tom: @cinematomgrapherIG: https://www.instagram.com/cinematomgrapher/Podcast sponsor inquiries: adops@audioboom.com✉ Send Us Mail ✉Kendall Rae & Josh Thomas 8547 E Arapahoe Rd Ste J # 233Greenwood Village, CO 80112Music By: Mile Higher BoysYT: https://bit.ly/2Q7N5QOSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0F4ik...Sources: https://pastebin.com/KXFys81J

94 Major Wildfires Are Burning Across the West—Is This the New Normal? The Western United States is facing a dangerous wildfire crisis. Crews are fighting to protect Big Sur, three fires are burning near Reno with single-digit containment, and 94 large wildfires remain uncontained across the West as of August 11, 2026. From the Northwest and Northern Rockies to California, Nevada and the Southwest, extreme heat, dry conditions and expanding fire activity threaten communities, public health and the environment. Wildfire smoke can travel hundreds of miles, while the economic and human costs continue to mount. What can America do to prevent these disasters? Can better land management, climate action and community preparation make a meaningful difference—or must we adapt to wildfires as the West's new normal? Then, after 24 years on the air, a Bay Area radio host has been laid off. His scathing Facebook post captures the troubling state of today's broadcasting industry. Who killed local radio—and why are experienced local voices disappearing? Support The Karel Cast at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please watch, like and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast streams Monday through Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Pacific and is available on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas with his service dog, Ember. #WesternWildfires, #Wildfires, #CaliforniaWildfires, #BigSurFire, #RenoFires, #NevadaWildfires, #WildfireSeason, #WildfireSmoke, #ClimateChange, #ExtremeHeat, #BreakingNews, #USNews, #CaliforniaNews, #NevadaNews, #PacificNorthwest, #NorthernCalifornia, #SouthernCalifornia, #AirQuality, #ClimateCrisis, #NaturalDisasters, #EmergencyPreparedness, #Firefighters, #NewNormal, #LocalRadio, #BayAreaRadio, #RadioIndustry, #MediaNews, #TheKarelCast, #ReallyKarel, #KarelCast https://youtube.com/live/WhcAzTPgXf0

CAVA (CAVA) CFO Tricia Tolivar discusses the company's latest quarter, highlighting 9% same-restaurant sales growth and increased customer traffic. She explains CAVA's value-focused pricing strategy, expansion into new markets including Ohio, Indiana, Las Vegas and Northern California, and the company's goal of reaching 1,000 restaurants by 2032, while also addressing talent development initiatives and evolving consumer trends.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Italian Wines in Sonoma County with Mark Orsi | Festa Italia di Healdsburg Wine When and Where Podcast Guest: Mark Orsi, Orsi Family Vineyards What Italian grape varieties grow in Sonoma County? Why are grapes like Sangiovese, Barbera, Aglianico, Negroamaro and Sagrantino finding a home in Northern California? And where can wine lovers taste Italian varietal wines from dozens of California producers in one place? In this episode of the Wine When and Where Podcast, we sit down with Mark Orsi of Orsi Family Vineyards in Healdsburg, California, to explore Italian wine in Sonoma County, the region's Italian-American wine heritage and the story behind Festa Italia di Healdsburg, an annual celebration of Italian grape varieties, wine, food and culture. In This Episode Mark shares why Sonoma County is particularly well suited to Italian grape varieties and how his own Italian heritage inspired the wines grown at Orsi Family Vineyards. We talk about: Why Sonoma County has become an unexpected home for Italian grape varieties The Italian immigrant families who helped shape Healdsburg and Sonoma County wine history The 13 Italian grape varieties grown by Orsi Family Vineyards Familiar Italian wines including Sangiovese and Barbera Lesser-known grapes including Biancolella, Schioppettino, Negroamaro and Aglianico Why Italian wines are so naturally suited to food Which Italian wines might appeal to Cabernet Sauvignon drinkers Why Mark believes Aglianico deserves more attention The story behind Festa Italia di Healdsburg and Mark's goal of introducing more wine lovers to Italian varietal wines grown in California What Is Festa Italia di Healdsburg? Festa Italia di Healdsburg is an Italian wine festival held at Orsi Family Vineyards in Healdsburg, Sonoma County. Founded by Mark Orsi, the event brings together California wineries producing Italian grape varieties for an afternoon of wine tasting, Italian food, music and wine education. The third annual Festa Italia di Healdsburg takes place: Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM–3:30 PM VIP Access: Begins at 10:00 AM Location: Orsi Family Vineyards in Healdsburg, California, approximately half a mile from downtown Healdsburg Tickets: $75-$85 Guests can taste Italian varietal wines from approximately 25–30 wineries, enjoy live music, pizza from Shelley Lindgren of A16 San Francisco, Gio Gelato and additional Italian food vendors. The event also includes a wine panel hosted by wine expert Chris Sawyer, with Mick Unti and Shelley Lindgren, focusing on Italian white wines. Participating wineries include Orsi Family Vineyards, Kokomo, Ramazzotti, Colagrassi, Seghesio, Unti Vineyards, Jupiter Wine Co, Benessere, Saini, Graziano, Buonguido, Solo Nostro, Muscardini Cellars, Idlewild, Martha Stoumen, Massican, Hawley Winery, Tansy and other California producers working with Italian grape varieties.   Festa Italia tickets and information: festaitaliahbg.com Orsi Family Vineyards: orsifamilyvineyards.com   Italian Wine Rapid Fire with Mark Orsi Pineapple on pizza? Hard pass. Favorite pasta pairing? Cacio e pepe with...anything. Most underrated Italian grape? Aglianico. What Italian wine could convert a Cabernet drinker? Sagrantino. Most overrated wine trend? Orange wines — the hype, not necessarily the wine itself. Dream celebrity spokesperson for Italian wine? George Clooney. Consider this his official invitation.   Mark Orsi's Cacio e Pepe Recipe Looking for a simple pasta to pair with Italian wine? Mark shares his recipe for cacio e pepe, the classic Roman pasta made with Parmigiano-Reggiano and black pepper. Ingredients 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns 4 1/2 cups finely grated Pecorino Romano, plus more for serving 1 1/2 cups finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano 1 pound dried tonnarelli   Directions1) Bring a large pot of water to a boil. (Do not add salt)  2) Meanwhile, in a very large nonstick skillet or pot set over high heat, toast the peppercorns just until fragrant. Let cool, then grind or crush very coarsely. Reserve 1 teaspoon for serving. 3) In the same skillet or pot, combine the cheeses and remaining pepper. Add 1 ½ cups warm water and stir to make a thick pecorino cream. 4) Add the pasta to the boiling water and stir. Keep the heat very high until the water returns to a boil, then stir again and adjust the heat as needed to keep the water bubbling. Set a timer for 8 minutes. 5) Set the pecorino cream over very low heat. 6) When the timer goes off, scoop out about ½ cup of the pasta cooking water and set aside. Taste the pasta and continue cooking until the pasta is done to your liking. 7) Drain pasta very well (this is important, as adding too much hot water can cause the cheese to clump) and add to the pecorino cream. Use tongs or two forks to stir, turn and toss the pasta in the sauce over low heat until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes sticky. Don't add any water yet, just keep tossing. To test, squeeze a drop of sauce between your thumb and finger. When the sauce is thick and forms strings like glue, it is ready. 8) If it starts to dry out, add cooking water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and toss thoroughly before adding more. Twist the pasta into a nest, if desired. 9) Dust with additional pecorino and the reserved pepper. 10) Serve immediately with a glass of Italian wine, preferably Orsi   Hugo Spritz Recipe For another taste of Italy at home, make a refreshing Hugo Spritz with Prosecco, elderflower liqueur and fresh mint. Ingredients 4–5 fresh mint leaves ½–1 ounce elderflower liqueur, such as St-Germain 4 ounces chilled Prosecco 1 ounce club soda or sparkling water Ice Lime wheel or lemon slice for garnish Instructions Place the mint leaves in a large wine glass. Gently press the mint with a muddler or spoon to release its aroma. Fill the glass with ice. Add elderflower liqueur, followed by Prosecco and club soda. Stir gently. Garnish with lime or lemon and serve. About Orsi Family Vineyards Orsi Family Vineyards is a Healdsburg winery specializing in Italian grape varieties grown in Sonoma County. Its estate vineyards feature 13 Italian varieties, offering visitors an opportunity to explore both familiar and lesser-known Italian wines without leaving California wine country. Learn more at orsifamilyvineyards.com.   Listen to Wine When and Where Wine When and Where is the podcast of Wine Road Northern Sonoma County, exploring the wineries, winemakers, food, people and experiences of Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley in Sonoma County, California. Follow along for more conversations about Sonoma County wineries, wine tasting, food, events and things to do in Northern Sonoma County.

Brian Lohmann, co-founded Bay Area Theater Sports or BATS. It's the largest and longest-running improvised theater company in Northern California. And this year, they're celebrating their 40th anniversary. To talk about this milestone and their plans for the future, we hear from his fellow co-founder William Hall who is an improv teacher and performer. William recently spoke to KALW's Jeneé Darden for her show ‘Sights and Sounds.' 

Three stories from Oregon and Northern California explore a tribal business dispute, cultural connections inside prison and the future of wildfire goat grazing.

Author Lauren Lee Smith joins The Dark Mind to discuss her debut novel, The Night Pool.Set in Gold Rush-era Coloma, California, the novel follows three women confronting human brutality, supernatural forces, and the histories buried beneath the mythology of the American West.Lauren discusses transforming the land itself into a source of possession horror and using monsters as vessels for grief, rage, and resistance.She also examines the destruction of Nisenan communities, violence against Chinese immigrants, and the challenge of writing experiences that have been neglected by the historical record.The conversation explores her severe postpartum depression and anxiety, the personal origins of The Playroom Ghost, her rural Northern California childhood, and the horror films that shaped her imagination.Lauren also reveals that The Night Pool has been optioned, discusses the screenplay adaptation, previews her Mojave vampire novel, and explains why she believes human intention cannot be replicated by artificial intelligence.The Night Pool will be published by Blackstone Publishing on August 25, 2026.GUEST LINKSLauren Lee SmithWebsitehttp://laurenleesmith.net/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/lololeereverie/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@lololeereverieThreadshttps://www.threads.com/@lololeereverieXhttps://x.com/lololeereverieSubstackhttps://substack.com/@laurenleesmithGoodreadshttps://www.goodreads.com/author/show/61062312.Lauren_Lee_SmithTHE NIGHT POOLBlackstone Publishinghttps://www.blackstonepublishing.com/products/book-jqoyAmazonhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/9798228350274Barnes & Noblehttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-night-pool-lauren-lee-smith/1148495489?ean=9798228350274Barnes & Noble Audiobookhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-night-pool-lauren-lee-smith/1148495489?ean=2940201219772Audiblehttps://www.audible.com/pd/The-Night-Pool-Audiobook/B0FW7LWFS8Google Play Bookshttps://play.google.com/store/books/details/Lauren_Lee_Smith_The_Night_Pool?id=CCeOEQAAQBAJTargethttps://www.target.com/p/the-night-pool-by-lauren-lee-smith/-/A-95269156Indigohttps://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-night-pool/9798228350274.htmlOTHER WORKPretend You Don't See Her: The Invisible WomanIncludes Lauren Lee Smith's story Selkie's StewKandisha Presshttps://kandishapress.com/pretend-you-dont-see-her/Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7G21ZDYThe Playroom GhostFOLIO Literary Journalhttps://www.folioliteraryjournal.com/2023-horrorSupport The Dark Mind Podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/c/thedarkmindpodcast

Season Threeeeeeee Hello! Chris and Moe join some of their best friends In Northern California for a month long journey in the Red woods of California!Todays Hike is on the Hope Creek trail in Prairie Creek Redwood State park.Follow Chris and Moe everywhere. Click through their link tree belowhttps://linktr.ee/StateofthestateparksState of the state Park listeners get three free books and one month free! Use our link and we get a little scratch! Go to audiobooks.com/SOSP  Support the show A Filamint ProductionThank you for listening. We appreciate you!

The Flat fire, which started around 2:30 p.m. Saturday, north of the town of Gold Run, forced the closure of Haul Rd/Secret Town Rd, and Main St/Diggins Hill Rd in Dutch Flat and caused the Nevada County Sheriff to issue an evacuation warning for at least one zone. The fire is currently 22 acres and 60% contained.The Gann Fire in Valley Springs has been mapped at more than 10,000 acres. 22 structures have been destroyed, some of them homes, and 4 zones remain under evacuation orders. At least one person has died. As of this morning, CalFire is calling it 78% contained. Firefighters will continue mop up and suppression repairs today, no fire growth is anticipated. The Bug Fire started around 4 p.m. on Saturday South of Bringman Road in Lassen County, east of US 395. It's burning about 30 miles north-east of Truckee and has reached more than 15,000 acres as of this morning. 

In Episode 274 of the Business Legacy Podcast, Paul Dio sits down with Daniel Scola Jr., managing partner of Hoffmann & Baron, for a wide-ranging conversation about intellectual property, the widening trust gap in modern communication, and the human judgment that no AI system will replace anytime soon. Daniel has spent his career at the intersection of law, science, and inventors, and the perspective he brings to the current AI moment is one every founder building something original should hear. Daniel opens by naming a problem most professionals feel and few articulate — the human connection has quietly drained out of business communication over the last fifteen years, and along with it, the ability to build the trust real client relationships depend on. Emails, texts, and voicemails are missing the subtlety of in-person work, and Zoom, while useful, still can't fully replace being in the same room reading a face. The heart of the episode is intellectual property — and specifically, the moments an entrepreneur most needs to think about it. Daniel walks Paul through the most common mistake founders make (talking about their idea without an NDA and losing patent rights the moment it becomes public), the story of his own father — an inventor whose formulas were stolen, which is the reason Daniel became a patent attorney in the first place — and the current live question of how patent, trademark, and copyright law apply to AI-generated work. AI cannot be an inventor. AI outputs sit in an unsettled corner of copyright law. And the hundreds of pending training-data cases across the New York-New Jersey and Northern California corridors are quietly writing the rules everyone will live under next. Daniel closes with something more personal — three kids under three when he was starting the firm, ten years of a punishing schedule, and the moment he chose not to correct his son's baseball swing and instead pointed him at Albert Pujols. It's a fatherhood story that also happens to be a client-work philosophy — help people focus on what's working, not what's broken, and let self-correction do the rest. Timestamps 00:00 — Welcome and introduction 00:45 — The trust deficit in modern communication 02:30 — Why human contact still builds client relationships 04:00 — The client who wouldn't listen and the professor who came back 07:30 — The most common IP mistake early founders make 09:00 — Why the off-the-internet NDA usually isn't enough 10:30 — The father-inventor story that made him a patent attorney 13:00 — When copyright rights actually begin 14:00 — George Harrison and "My Sweet Lord" 15:30 — Why trademarks are about the public, not the owner 17:00 — AI cannot be an inventor 18:30 — AI in trademark naming vs. copyright output 20:00 — The pending fair-use cases across the U.S. corridors 22:00 — Never put confidential work into open ChatGPT 23:30 — Accountability as the line between AI and human counsel 24:30 — The AI musician question 26:00 — Reading a judge, and what Zoom can't show 28:00 — Fatherhood, three kids under three, and a ten-year grind 31:00 — Coaching baseball and choosing time with family 32:30 — Client and kid personalities — one negative comment sticks 34:00 — The Albert Pujols swing story 35:30 — Where to find Daniel and Hoffmann & Baron Episode Resources Discover how Daniel and his team at Hoffmann & Baron help inventors, founders, and companies protect what they've built through patents, trademarks, copyrights, and the operational counsel that keeps ideas in the right hands from day one: www.hbiplaw.com Legacy Podcast: For more information about the Legacy Podcast and its co-hosts, visit https://businesslegacypodcast.com Leave a Review: If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review and rating on your preferred podcast platform. For more information: Visit https://businesslegacypodcast.com to access the show notes and additional resources on the episode.  

What if the greatest medicine for stress, clarity, and healing has been quietly growing around us all along—and the ancient forests have been waiting for us to return? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ellen Dee Davidson on her Nautilus award winning book Sacred Forest Bathing: The Healing Power of Ancient Trees and Wild Places.  Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET 1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comEllen Dee Davidson spends most of her time exploring the healing qualities of being in nature, especially redwood forests. Her odyssey began when the old growth tree in her backyard started visiting her in dreams. After that, she started hiking and meditating, mostly alone with the ancient trees. This lead to her healing from fibromyalgia and chronic illness as well as opening her up to mystical experiences and creative inspiration. Her book, Sacred Forest Bathing, is Ellen's attempt to share the beauty, healing and inspiration these precious woodlands offer. She has also raised two daughters, worked as an elementary, piano and creative writing teacher, and lives with her husband in Northern California. https://www.ellendeedavidson.comOrder on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0guw53jlDiscover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and change makers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.comExplore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne

The East Area Rapist did not stop terrorizing victims when he left their homes. Paul Holes walks us through the phone calls, threats, and psychological cruelty inflicted on the victims long after the attacks. This episode explores fear as part of the offender's pattern. Paul also traces the final Northern California attacks and the moment the series abruptly stops in the north before starting up again somewhere else in the state. Want to hear the entire series right now? Join Super Duper Fam at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠smalltowndicks.com/superfam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for access to the full ad-free binge feed, and use promo code GSK for your first month free. What is Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes? This is a 10-part limited series from Small Town Dicks, Paul Holes tells the full story of his 24-year pursuit of the Golden State Killer. Across ten episodes, Paul joins Yeardley, Dan, and Dave for a firsthand account of one of the most significant cold case investigations in American history. From the early crimes of the Visalia Ransacker to the East Area Rapist attacks, the Southern California homicides, and the DNA breakthrough that finally identified Joseph DeAngelo, Paul walks listeners through the evidence, the setbacks, the mistakes, and the personal toll of doggedly pursuing a case for decades. This is a rare, firsthand account of the work, the weight, and the persistence behind a case that forever changed the way crimes are investigated.  Small Town Dicks Presents: Chasing the Golden State Killer with Paul Holes is an Audio 99 production. Written by Paul Holes and featuring Detective Dan, Detective Dave, and Yeardley Smith. Produced by Jessica Halstead and Monika Scott. Executive produced by Ben Cornwell and Yeardley Smith. Edited by Katie McMurran and Soren Begin, with additional editing by Cristina Bracamontes. Sound supervision by Logan Heftel. Design and social media by Andrew Polk. Theme music composed by Logan Heftel. Photo courtesy of Anton Floquet | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠antonfloquet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To support the making of this podcast, visit smalltowndicks.com/superfam and hit the “Join” button. Stream all episodes at smalltowndicks.com/goldenstatekiller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris, we welcome rising Northern California artist Shyra Sanchez for a conversation about her music, creative journey, and growing international audience. Shyra is embracing joy, friendship, and self-expression with her latest single, "Dance With Me," accompanied by an upbeat music video that premiered on June 18. The release follows the success of her debut single, "Operator," which climbed to No. 4 on the UK Official Big Top 40. The "Operator" music video has also surpassed 2.7 million views on YouTube, helping introduce Shyra and her music to listeners around the world. Learn more at  Website www.Shyra.music  Social Media www.instagram.com/shyrasanchez  About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Sports Illustrated photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Currently, over 1.2 million global downloads in 40 countries. Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.com Follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh  Instagram: www.Instagram.com/musicmatterspodcastofficial For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell Episode editing and Voice intro by Nigel J. Farmer of Voice Wrap Studios Representation:  Yvette Morales | YM & Associates PR Beverly Hills, CA YM-PR.com Email: YMoralesY@ym-pr.com                    

"Is your dick going to be synced to porn?"That's not hypothetical — it's already on the market. Here, intimacy expert Susan Bratton walks me through "weird" phenomena at the frontier of sex tech and AI, including synchronized strokers, tele-dildonics (I'll bet that's a word you've never come across before), role-player game (RPG) worlds where you can get down and dirty with an Aztec warrior woman, and adaptive AI that learns what gets you off and gives you more of it.But where does this genuinely help? And where can it quietly wreck your dopamine system and/or real-world relationships? We delve into all of it, including the exact device suite that Susan and her boyfriend use for long-distance sex. Imagine being thousands of miles apart, still having synchronized orgasms on video. (I did not expect the "hard-boiled egg" comparison, but you'll get it once you hear it.)Plus:How a woman can regnerate her vaginal tissue (YES, this helps if she's dry after/during perimenopause/menopause)The 96% statistic about what most porn is actually showing youThe ancient technique that separates orgasm from ejaculationWhy penis pumps are not the cheesy novelty you think they areAnd a fundamental truth that Susan and I agree on: The best sex tech in the world means nothing without the communication skills underneath it. Plus what I consider the quote of the episode: "I want to live forever and fuck till I die!"—Come to the retreat!As of this recording, we have 4 spots left for our Labor Day weekend retreat! Sept 3-7th in Northern California (about 2 hrs north of SF). We work hard to keep it financially accessible, and payment plans are available.As one man says, "If you're thinking about going, you're already there."https://evolutionary.men/retreat/---Work with usReady to go deeper than the podcast and take action? Jason and I will help you break old patterns and transform your sex & love life for good. To see if you're a fit for our flagship program, Pillars of Presence, book a call here. Start anytime. (https://evolutionary.men/apply/)—Mentioned on this episode:Please Her In Bed (Melanie's streaming course on how to talk about sex with women in a way that actually helps them to open up): www.pleaseherinbed.comDrive Desire (Susan's full toy/device library): www.drivedesire.com—Memorable quotes from this episode:"No one's ever given her these types of strokes before.""They don't want you addicted to the yoni. They want you addicted to the screens.""Your dick is a tongue, not a piston.""You don't owe me an ejaculation.""How's your hoo-ha doing?""When you are a turned-on woman or a turned-on man, you're turned on to life." "Your sexual vitality and your vitality are two sides of the same coin."

In this episode of Iron Sights, Scott sits down with Anthony Coley of Aegis Consulting at the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association Conference in Round Rock, Texas to unpack one of the most detailed, honest, and actionable roadmaps for changing firearms culture at the agency level you will ever hear.Anthony walks through everything: the professional class taker problem, how competition shooting cracked open his understanding of real-world performance, and why getting bit by the PCSL bug turned into a mission to drag as many officers with him as possible. He does not pull punches about the resistance he faced from inside his own firearms unit, the admin conversations he had to be fully loaded for, and why good enough has never been good enough to him. This is the debrief you wish you could have with the guy quietly grinding in the background of every department while everyone else is doing the bare minimum.And then Kim Pastore Pastore walks in. The founder of the Jorge Pastore Foundation joins Scott and Anthony live on the floor to drop a major announcement: Anthony Coley is officially the Foundation's new Director of Training. The conversation that follows is equal parts raw and inspiring, built on a shared belief that the ripple effects of good training touch officers and families in ways you will never fully see. The legacy match, the PCSL monthly shoots at Texas Shooting Academy, the nationwide reach: it is all coming. And this episode is where it starts.In this episode:• The professional class taker trap: Anthony explains how taking course after course without deliberate instructor-mode observation turns into diminishing returns, and how flipping that lens into instructor development makes every class exponentially more valuable• Competition as a gunfight simulator: Anthony breaks down hit factor math from his first match, showing exactly why a slower shooter with cleaner hits still loses to a faster shooter with acceptable hits, and why that calculus maps directly to real threat encounters• The survey before the pitch: before approaching administration, Anthony personally talked to every officer in the agency one on one, built a spreadsheet of who had red dots, who had zero formal training on them, and compiled case law on liability before walking into the chief's office armed with an answer for every possible question• The cookie cutter problem in firearms instruction: Anthony's baking analogy makes the case that a single teaching method guarantees you will always produce students missing an arm, and that instructor development means accumulating 20 different ways to explain the same concept• Inside the Red Dot class: 400 rounds, five hard-fought hours, aggressive trigger manipulation drills starting cold with zero classroom warmup, self-diagnosis doubles, and a final volley at 25 yards where exhausted officers shoot the best groups of their lives• Building up instead of down: Anthony explains why he went to line-level officers first, then patrol shift lieutenants, then commanders, then administration, so that demand for training was already visible before he ever made a formal ask• The Legacy Match origin story: a customer service mistake on an optic plate, a single giveaway stage, 24 brands cold-called into donating prizes, and a sold-out 100-person law enforcement only PCSL match that spawned a monthly series at Texas Shooting Academy in Florence, TexasChapters:0:03 Episode intro and Scott's mission statement0:59 Setting the scene: TTPOA Conference1:26 Introducing Anthony Coley and Aegis Consulting2:20 Anthony's background: CHP, Texas, canine, and the training gap5:20 The professional class taker problem9:08 Getting into competition shooting12:25 Competition as a gunfight simulator: hit factor explained15:35 Confidence, competency, and isolating deficiencies through competition22:32 How the Legacy Match started by accident26:23 Anthony's backstory: broken leg, CHP academy, and training mentality56:07 Building the case for agency red dot training1:28:04 Kim Pastore joins: announcing Anthony as JPF Director of TrainingMentioned:Anthony Coley — Guest, law enforcement officer, canine handler, PCSL competitor, firearms instructor, and founder of Aegis Consulting, announced as the Jorge Pastore Foundation's Director of Training during this episode.Gabe Rivera — Active California LE SWAT officer and instructor at Mindset Tactical Solutions, credited with introducing Anthony to the term 'professional class taker' and referenced as an upcoming guest on Iron Sights.Rick Crawley — Founder and chief instructor of Achilles Heel Tactical, whose dinner conversation pushed Anthony to stop waiting and start shooting competitions immediately.Dave Mehulma — Instructor from Slick Training Solutions who taught the intro to competitive shooting class where Anthony was first invited to shoot a live match.Kim Pastore — Founder of the Jorge Pastore Foundation, who surprised Anthony on air to announce his appointment as Director of Training for the foundation.Jorge Pastore — Austin PD SWAT officer killed in the line of duty whose legacy inspired the foundation; Anthony had made an Instagram post honoring him that first connected him with Kim Pastore Pastore.Paul Costa — Contact who connected Anthony with Ron from Walther, helping secure demo guns for the agency demo day that eventually snowballed into the Legacy Match.Jordan — Owner and representative of Ryze manufacturer, whose accidental shipment of a wrong optic plate sparked the idea for Anthony's first competition giveaway stage.Aaron — Owner of Texas Shooting Academy, described as a big three-gun and competition shooter, who signed up for the Legacy Match and whose facility hosts the monthly PCSL matches.Eric Foss — Associated with Howitzer, running competitions and working alongside Gabe Rivera to give back to the law enforcement community in Southern California.Rafael — Prior Iron Sights guest from Northern California who competed at a Howitzer match and performed very well, helping spread competition culture in his region.

Hour 3 features Omar Kelly joining Joe Rose to break down the latest from Dolphins training camp, including the rookies making an impact, Caleb Douglas' high upside despite an inconsistent camp, Juju Brents emerging in the secondary, and concerns about Kenneth Grant and Jalen Tolbert. Omar also discusses what the Dolphins should do if Austin Jackson can't stay healthy, sparking a lively debate after suggesting Jonah Savaiinaea should move to right tackle. Joe Rose and Kim Bokamper strongly disagree, continuing the discussion while breaking down Miami's biggest position battles and the wide receiver competition, where no clear No. 1 has emerged. The guys also share stories about growing up in Northern California, discuss Malik Willis' encouraging camp while Bo questions his throwing mechanics, and react to the national praise surrounding Mike McDaniel's work with the Chargers, with Bokamper wondering whether McDaniel's flashy style and personality will mesh with Jim Harbaugh

Joe Rose and Kim Bokamper share stories about growing up in Northern California before diving back into the latest from Dolphins training camp. The guys discuss Malik Willis' strong play, with Bokamper praising his performance while raising some concerns about his throwing mechanics. They also break down Miami's wide receiver competition, explaining why the Dolphins may not have a true No. 1 option heading into the season. Plus, they react to the national praise Mike McDaniel has received as the Chargers' offensive coordinator, debating whether his creative, flashy offensive style—and even his personality—will be the right fit alongside head coach Jim Harbaugh

Frequently, there is a misconception that the distribution of Kṛṣṇa consciousness—for instance, distributing Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam—and the idea of cultivating spontaneous devotional service, entering into higher levels of devotional service, is a separate thing. So, one of the premises that I'm presenting here is that Caitanya Mahāprabhu is in distribution mode, and therefore the rasa is distribution. Anarpita-carīṁ cirāt—it hasn't been distributed. Samarpayitum—now it's being distributed. And this is the mode of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu: is to give to everybody. That's the overflow of what's coming from Vṛndāvana, and that's being made available to everyone in the world to bring them back to life. That's why Caitanya Mahāprabhu responded. Out of all the verses in the Gopī-gītā, he said, "Bhūri-dā janāḥ" again and again. He said, "These are the most magnanimous souls." Kṛṣṇa says it in the Bhagavad-gītā (18.68): ya idaṁ paramaṁ guhyaṁ mad-bhakteṣv abhidhāsyati bhaktiṁ mayi parāṁ kṛtvā mām evaiṣyaty asaṁśayaḥ Paramaṁ guhyaṁ—one who's giving this secret. He says, for somebody who is distributing this, there is nobody better. What's more, who can give stronger language than this! You're guaranteed of success, coming back to Me by the distribution—that's Caitanya Mahāprabhu's mode, and it's also Kṛṣṇa's mood in the Bhagavad-gītā. By participating in the distribution, you're entering into the rasa of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu, which is to overflood the world. We're sitting here in Los Angeles because some engineers, headed by a guy named Mulholland, stole a bunch of water from us up in Northern California. They made a plan that said, "This place down here—there's a lot of extra land, but it's desertous, and who is ever going to live here?" So, they created an aqueduct, and they brought water to the valley and made it fertile. Caitanya Mahāprabhu's main purpose is giving access to everybody, making sure that everyone has an opportunity to take to this to the highest degree. And then, when we participate, we are also expanding those aqueducts that take it out to the rest of the world. (37:00) ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://vaisesikadasayatra.blogspot.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #rathyatra #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose

On today's episode, we welcome Jennifer Martinez, Founder of Elevation Tea Company — a premium tea brand sourcing rare, organic and small-batch teas from underrepresented regions around the world. Inspired by Northern California wine country and her background in UX and graphic design, Jennifer has built a brand that treats tea not just as a beverage, but as an elevated tasting experience rooted in origin, flavor, aroma and ritual. In this episode, we speak about tea sourcing from regions including Colombia, Tanzania, Kenya and Nepal, working with small-scale farmers, and how terroir impacts what ends up in the cup. We also discuss the launch of Elevation Tea Company's Rare Tea Tasting Kit, how tea can offer a wine-like experience without alcohol, and why consumers are increasingly looking for more intentional wellness rituals. A must-listen for founders, operators, tea lovers and anyone interested in premium beverages, wellness, sourcing, brand experience and how everyday rituals are being reimagined.   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Jennifer Martinez and Elevation Tea Company:https://www.elevationteaco.com/https://www.instagram.com/elevationteaco/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-martinez-83676710a/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com Square - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/karagoldin Thrive Causemetics - Go to ThriveCausemetics.com/KARAGOLDIN for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Thirdlove - Head to Thirdlove.com and use code KARA15 for $15 off your first purchase. IM8 - Get a free Welcome Kit and 5 free Travel sachets plus 10% off with code KARAGOLDIN at IM8HEALTH.com/karagoldin   Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/874

Thinking about becoming a real estate developer? Wondering how experienced investors continue building wealth—even during recessions?   In this episode of the Massive Passive Cashflow Podcast, Gary Wilson sits down with veteran real estate developer John McNellis, author of Making It in Real Estate: Thriving as a Developer, to share over four decades of lessons from developing shopping centers, raising capital, surviving multiple market cycles, and avoiding the expensive mistakes that derail investors.   John discusses the biggest financial mistakes developers make, why excessive leverage can destroy even promising projects, and how conservative investing creates resilience during uncertain markets. He also explains why successful developers focus on relationships, patience, and disciplined execution instead of chasing quick wins. The conversation explores practical strategies for working with municipalities, evaluating development opportunities, negotiating during slower markets, and creating long-term partnerships that benefit brokers, investors, and developers alike. Whether you're an investor, agent, developer, or simply interested in building wealth through commercial real estate, this episode offers timeless lessons from someone who has successfully navigated multiple market cycles.   In this episode you'll learn:   ✅ How John McNellis became one of Northern California's leading commercial developers   ✅ The #1 mistake that causes investors to lose money   ✅ Why overpaying and excessive leverage destroy deals   ✅ How to survive—and even thrive—during recessions   ✅ Negotiating with sellers in changing markets   ✅ Building relationships with city officials and planning commissions   ✅ Why real estate investing is never truly "passive"   ✅ How brokers can earn long-term equity instead of one-time commissions   ✅ Creating multiple income streams through development partnerships   ✅ The mindset required to succeed through every market cycle   John also discusses his nationally recognized book, now used by leading universities, and shares practical advice for anyone looking to move from real estate sales into development.   Connect with John McNellis: Website: https://www.johnmcnellis.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mcnellis-b6a1674/ Amazon Book: https://www.amazon.com/Making-Real-Estate-Thriving-Developer-ebook/dp/B0GHNNGLWR?ref _=ast_author_mpb   Attention Investors and Agents:   Are you ready to scale your real estate business and connect with like-minded professionals?

The tragedy that unfolded on November 29, 2025, at a 2-year-old's birthday party in Stockton, California—where four people, three of them children, were killed—was not simply an isolated act of violence. It was the latest wound in a city that has long struggled with the intersecting crises of poverty, gang culture, and systemic neglect. When children cannot be safe at a birthday party, we are forced to ask a fundamental question: What do we, as a society, owe the next generation? This forum brings together Patrick Peterson, a father who lost his son; Harry Williams, an artist with a compassionate eye; Michelle Meow, an advocate for equity; and journalist Pendarvis Harshaw—who are all eager to break the cycle. We will examine the root causes that make tragedies like Stockton's possible—from concentrated poverty and lack of economic opportunity, to underfunded schools and the powerful pull of gang affiliation for young people with few alternatives. We will ask what meaningful violence prevention looks like beyond increased policing, and what it takes to truly break cycles that pass trauma, instability, and danger from one generation to the next. Stockton's story is, in many ways, America's story. The children who survived that birthday party—and the children who didn't—deserve more than grief. They deserve a future. This forum is a step toward imagining what that future could look like, and what each of us can do to help build it. The program includes a photo exhibit by Harry Williams sharing the memories of Amari Peterson, one of the victims of the Stockton mass shooting.  About the Speakers Patrick Peterson is the father of Amari Peterson, a 14-year-old eighth grader whose life was cut tragically short on November 29, 2025. Amari was passionate about sports—football, basketball and track—and was described by his father as “the perfect gift from God.” Every day, without fail, Amari told his father he loved him. Patrick survived the shooting and managed to save his daughter, who was grazed by a bullet, but could not save his son. He rushed to Amari's side and began performing CPR, but Amari did not survive. Rather than retreat into silence, Patrick has turned his grief into action. Just weeks after the shooting, he spoke publicly at Stockton City Hall, calling for mental health resources, financial support for victims' families, and greater investment in violence prevention—and expressed his intention, once his family regains stability, to do community work in Amari's honor, particularly for local youth. He also traveled to the state Capitol in January 2026, joining survivors, community leaders and lawmakers from across California to demand that the legislature prioritize funding for victim support, prevention programs and harm-reduction initiatives. Patrick Peterson's presence at this forum is a testament to the power of a parent's love—and to the belief that even the deepest loss can be a catalyst for change. Oakland-raised writer Pendarvis Harshaw is a journalist for KQED Arts, where he covers music, prisons, politics and all things impacting his Northern California community. Harry Williams was born in 1970 in Columbus, Ohio, and dedicated his life to capturing the stories of marginalized communities through photography. After graduating from West Jefferson High School, he earned his photography degree from The Ohio State University in 1995. In 1999, driven by a passion for exploration, he sold all his possessions to travel and work on a significant body of photographic work. That transformative year took him through Southeast Asia, where he documented the Black Hmong community in Northern Vietnam. This experience broadened his perspective in ways he'd never imagined, igniting his commitment to human connections and storytelling. He is especially drawn to portraits because of the deep human connection they reveal—the powerful reflection you see when you recognize yourself in someone else's eyes. He also photographs hands, which, like faces, tell a personal story through their cuts, wrinkles, and textures. He aims to make these tactile details as vivid as possible, so the viewer can almost feel the skin, inviting a connection that's both visual and visceral. His current work documents the Jones and Ellis Street community in San Francisco, a marginalized area he hopes to honor by capturing its resilience and vibrancy. He's honored to share his work both nationally and internationally, including in the 2023 de Young Open. His dedication to cultural representation and community engagement continues to shape his artistic vision, allowing him to contribute a voice to contemporary photography. Michelle Meow is the producer and host of “The Michelle Meow Show” on KPIX. She is a member of the board of San Francisco Pride, and a member of the Board of Governors of Commonwealth Club World Affairs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John McNellis is a veteran real estate developer and founding partner of McNellis Partners, where he has spent more than four decades developing over 100 properties across Northern California, primarily supermarket anchored shopping centers. He started as a journalism major, went to law school, and practiced litigation for less than a year before shifting into real estate law, where he learned to structure large transactions and met the people who would fund his first deals. John built his first shopping center in 1983 alongside an older developer client and has worked with the same two partners, Beth Walter and Mike Powers, ever since. He is the author of Making It in Real Estate: Thriving as a Developer, now in its third edition, and writes a monthly column for the San Francisco Business Times and The Registry. ​​In this episode, John McNellis walks through 43 years of development, starting with a duplex he bought at 24 and ending with a firm that uses no outside capital at all. He explains how a law career gave him a shortcut into large deals, why he stopped raising money after his financial partners walked away during the early 1990s recession, and what he learned from losing a Sacramento shopping center in foreclosure. He also makes an argument most real estate podcasts avoid: keep your day job, because the failure rate in development is high and the cash flow takes years to arrive.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Learn large deal mechanics on someone else's payroll before risking your own capital Partner for the skills you lack, and accept that good partnerships can still end Weigh the control you surrender before accepting outside capital Owning 100% of a small deal can beat owning 1% of a large one Do not overpay, over leverage, or over develop     Topics From Journalism to Law to Development Practiced litigation for less than a year before moving to real estate law Legal work exposed him to eight figure deals, entity structures, and capital contacts Early Deals That Funded the Career Bought a duplex at 24 for $25,000 with roughly $1,500 down Traded up to a fourplex and turned $1,500 into $90,000 in about two years The First Shopping Center Partnered with a developer client who had construction expertise but could not sell John raised $1 million in equity at $25,000 per investor and handled the legal work Built in 1983, still owned today, mortgage paid off and renovated twice Why That Partnership Worked, and Why It Ended  The partnership ran 5 or 6 years, until neither needed the other  Beth Walter and Mike Powers joined in 1983 and remain his partners 43 years later The Developer as Conductor  John says he still knows nothing about construction after 80 odd buildings  Development requires an orchestra of partners, consultants, and contractors The Capital Ladder and Its Ceiling  Friends and family money is a booster rocket, useful until you run out of friends  Institutional capital costs more and carries total control over timing and exits What Non-Recourse Actually Means  Deregulation of savings and loans pushed money into commercial real estate in the 1980s  Financial partners walked away mid-project during the early 1990s recession  Non-recourse protects you from them and protects them from you Moving to Their Own Capital Only  John chose owning 100% of a small deal over a minority stake in a large one  The firm buys junk, fixes it, sells it as antiques, and funds the next deal Why He Tells Developers to Keep Their Day Job  Development can take three to six years before a property cash flows  John practiced law through his first ten years of investing  He cites a failure rate above 60% for development firms in their first decade      

A 45-year mobile home park operator on why institutional funds won't touch his deal size, and why that's the edge.Summary:Ali Vahdat is an eighth-generation commercial real estate operator who has spent over 45 years buying, operating, and now exiting mobile home parks and manufactured housing communities, almost entirely across California. In this conversation, Ali explains the exact deal size where institutional capital stops looking and smaller operators can't scale, why the old rule that you have to start in residential before commercial doesn't hold up, and how a vertically integrated dealer arm turns vacant lots into a second profit center. He also walks through a live case study, a distressed 30-unit acquisition in Northern California, and a resident-ownership exit strategy he's testing that sells the land under the homes, not just the homes themselves.Key topics:Why big funds ignore the $5M to $25M deal range and how that becomes an advantageThe myth that you must start in residential before moving to commercialHow a vertically integrated dealer arm creates a second profit centerA live case study on a distressed 30-unit acquisition and its exit planThe "smell test" most operators skip before buyingWhy buying right, not selling right, decides 90 percent of the outcomeAbout the guest:Ali Vahdat is an eighth-generation commercial real estate operator with over 45 years of experience in mobile home parks and manufactured housing communities, currently running a fund through Rise360 Ventures.Links:

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Farah Laurent. A former emergency room nurse turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her journey from bedside care to building a six-figure business helping new nurses land high-paying jobs and launch their own ventures. The conversation explores nursing as a lucrative and flexible career path, the importance of mindset, and the power of personal branding.

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