Podcasts about Santa Barbara City College

He's only 24, but already, Sullivan Israel is one of Santa Barbara's most influential people. He founded the local Strong Towns SB and has been advocated for safer streets for all types of transportation. Sullivan wants Santa Barbara to move away from planning with a car as the main focus and instead make all ways of transportation an equal option. He wants to bring more housing to the downtown Santa Barbara area because housing downtown, he says, will help revitalize retail on State Street. Sullivan isn't just a guy with ideas. He has degrees in civil engineering and urban planning and is a graduate of Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and UCLA. He attended Laguna Blanca school and guess what? He wants to run for Santa Barbara City Council, possibly even mayor. Check out this dynamic podcast with one of Santa Barbara's brightest stars. Award-winning journalist Josh Molina creates dynamic and compelling conversations with the region's leaders on the issues of housing, transportation, education, business and culture. He formally worked at the San Jose Mercury News and now is a local journalist and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College. Consider a contribution to support his podcast by visiting www.santabarbaratalks.com and please subscribe on YouTube.

Married couple Kelsey and Dane Schuett are together…a lot. Not only do they serve on the same church staff team, but they also serve alongside one another in mission with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. Most importantly, they are co-parenting their young son Leo. In this episode, hosts Rob and Layla are joined by Dane and Kelsey who invite listeners into their theological journeys, the joys and struggles of partnering together, and their vision for an egalitarian community where “people get our best, not our must.”  Guest Bios  Kelsey and Dane Schuett are campus staff ministers with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at UC Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara City College. They are also pastors at New Life Church Santa Barbara. Kelsey and Dane live here in Santa Barbara, CA, with their one-year-old son, Leo. They both love coffee, the beach, sit-coms, our InterVarsity students, music and worship, and our awesome faith community!  Kelsey Schuett's sermon: https://nlcsb.org/media/r9fsvmv/advent-week-2  Related Resources  Leading Together in Christ: A Biblical View of Authority    Leading Together: Lessons From Sharing Leadership in Ministry and Marriage  Women and Men Leading Together: “Exchanging a Muzzle for a Microphone” with Rici and Phil Skei  Disclaimer  The opinions expressed in CBE's Mutuality Matters' podcast are those of its hosts or guests and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of CBE International or its members or chapters worldwide. The designations employed in this podcast and the presentation of content therein do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of CBE concerning the legal status of any country, area or territory or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers. 

Storyteller Leslie Zemeckis talks with Josh Molina about her award-winning, women-centered films that tell the lost stories of powerful women in history. Her most recent documentary Grandes Horizontales tells the story of mid-1805s courtesans who accumulated wealth, power and property by breaking the rules, when women could now marry or work outside of their class. From her website lesliezemeckis.com: "It isn't for us to judge their choices but to reveal the answers behind the why and the what about these free-spirited, determined women that inspired decades of artists who tried to capture their likeness, their essence, their appeal." She also talks about her body of work, including "Bound by Flesh" about conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton, and the award-winning "Mabel, Mabel, Tiger Trainer" about the first female tiger trainer, Mabel Stark, Zemeckis explains why she was called to tell the stories of women and the lessons we can learn from powerful women in the past. She also teaches writing and storytelling and recently returned to a full-time schedule at Santa Barbara City College. Joshua Molina is an award-winning journalist who creates compelling conversations with dynamic individuals on the topics of housing, education, culture, art, politics and so much more. Please consider a contribution at www.santabarbaratalks.com to support these podcasts and following him on instagram at @motownjoshnews.com Find Leslie Zemeckis at @lesliezemeckis

If you're enjoying the content, please like, subscribe, and comment! Please consider supporting the show! https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/worldxppodcast/support A Line In The Sand: https://www.amazon.com/Line-Sand-Novel-Miles-Spencer/dp/1917185820/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Wells Jones is an "American Born Abroad" at the US Army Hospital, Bad Connstatt, Germany. Following High School in Bethel, Vermont Wells spent three seasons in Antarctica as a member of the Navy's VXE-6 Antarctic Para-Rescue Team. VXE-6 was contracted by the National Science Foundation as the air wing in support of international Antarctic research "Operation Deepfreeze." During this time he became an Antarctic Survival Instructor and the 7th person to skydive the South Pole - January 19, 1977. After his Antarctic tour he studied acting at Santa Barbara City College and performed in college and Santa Barbara community productions. In 1980 he left Santa Barbara for New York to attend The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Wells' SAG and AFTRA cards soon followed with principal roles in network television commercials and daytime television. In the early 90's Wells co-founded a production company, Aunahil, LLC and produced, wrote and directed over 100 live theatrical and educational events for non-profit organization presented in venues across the country including Constitution Hall for The White House, The Kennedy Center Opera House, Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall, Orchestra Hall Chicago, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art. In 2006 Wells completed an 1,100 mile backpack trek with Miles Spencer from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Damascus, Syria retracing T.E. Lawrence (of Arabia) path along the Hejaz as outlined in "Seven Pillars of Wisdom." He has been a board member of "Kayak for a Cause" and kayaked across Long Island Sound annually for five years with several hundred kayakers to raise funds for local charities. Wells has climbed a half dozen Colorado 14er's, skied Colorado back-country bowls and has completed over 40 solo 3 am 7 mile hikes up 12,622' Santa Fe Baldy, NM in all seasons to watch spectacular sunrises. Since his trip to the Middle East, Wells and Miles have been working on a play and book, titled "A Line In The Sand." detailing their travels. ______________________ Follow us! @worldxppodcast Instagram - https://bit.ly/3eoBwyr @worldxppodcast Twitter - https://bit.ly/2Oa7Bzm Spotify - http://spoti.fi/3sZAUTG YouTube - http://bit.ly/3rxDvUL #media #writer #israel #lawrenceofarabia #arabic #saudiarabia #jeddah #parachute #navy #antarctica #skydiving #explore #explorepage #podcastshow #longformpodcast #longformpodcast #podcasts #podcaster #newpodcast #podcastshow #podcasting #newshow #worldxppodcast

Episode 452 / Liv Aanrud earned her B.F.A in painting from the University of Wisconsin—Eau Claire(2001) and her M.F.A from Mason Gross School of Art, Rutgers University(2011). She has taught at ARTworks Charter School, Santa Barbara City College, the Armory Center for the Arts, and has designed and led textile workshops in the U.S and Canada. Aanrud's work has been the subject of one-person exhibitions at Kravets Wehby Gallery in New York City, and  BozoMag, New Image Art, Arvia, 1700 Naud and TSA-LA in Los Angeles. Solo shows also include Finlandia University in Hancock MI, Sierra Nevada College, Lake Tahoe, Pamela Salisbury Gallery, and John Davis Gallery, Hudson, NY, Oasis Gallery, Marquette, MI and Steven Harvey Fine Art Projects, New York City. Her work has been shown in group exhibitions across the U.S., Taiwan, Germany, and Spain. She currently lives and works in Los Angeles, California. S&V Sponsored by the NY Studio School: The 60-credit, two-year MFA curriculum immerses aspiring artists in a rigorous program of study – awakening students' imagination, ambition and dedication to artistic production. Each semester begins with an intensive two-week Marathon developed to ignite new ideas and generate momentum. The first year offers a range of studio classes, with a shift to personal development in the second year. Classes are bolstered by the Evening Lecture Series, technical workshops, one-on-one faculty guidance, group critiques, visiting artists, and faculty-guided trips. The weekly Critical Studies seminar explores a range of theoretical approaches to artmaking and culminates in a written thesis paper and Thesis Exhibition. NYSS faculty are internationally distinguished artists and teachers, dedicated to the School's experiential pedagogy.  They encourage students to work hard and think searchingly, establishing ethical and philosophical frameworks for their life's work. Enrollment is limited to 15 MFA candidates per cohort each academic year. The priority application deadline for programs starting fall 2025 is January 15, 2025 - apply today at nyss.org.  

Das Williams joins Josh Molina to talk about the early part of his life and career in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks. Williams explains how his early work for CAUSE, field representative for Hannah-Beth Jackson and campaign manager for the No on Recall campaign against Gail Marshall led to a successful run for Santa Barbara City Council. He shares about his "troubled" childhood, growing up with divorced parents, and little supervision helped shape his survival instincts. He credits four Santa Barbara City College professors, David Lawyer, John Kay, Manou Eskandari, and Peter Haslund for helping to reset him turn him in the correct direction. Williams also talks about how he won a seat on the City Council, his campaign strategy of talking to voters outside of the Golden Triangle, and his focus on water, housing and neighborhoods. Williams also talks about lessons he learned from an ill-advised run for Santa Barbara County Supervisor in 2005, two years into his City Council term. Williams also reflects on his mistakes, successes, lessons learned, and his political enemies. This is Part 1. In Part 2 we will discuss his years in the California State Assembly and Santa Barbara County Supervisors, and what went wrong in his bid for re-election.

On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes Dr. David Richo, PhD, MFT, psychotherapist, teacher, and writer to share wisdom from his 50+ years of helping people identify and resolve relationship challenges that often mirror issues from their childhood. Dr. Richo points to growth that arrives in the form of triggers – adverse emotional responses that blur the distinction between past and present. He invites us to think of triggers as trailheads, often uncomfortable but informative starting points on our healing journey.  About David Richo: Dr. David Richo, PhD, MFT, is a psychotherapist, teacher, workshop leader, and writer who works in Santa Barbara and San Francisco California. He combines Jungian, poetic, and mythic perspectives in his work with the intention of integrating the psychological and the spiritual. His books and workshops include attention to Buddhist and Christian spiritual practices. He received his BA in psychology from Saint John's Seminary in Brighton, Massachusetts, in 1962, his MA in counseling psychology from Fairfield University in 1969, and his PhD in clinical psychology from Sierra University in 1984. Since 1976, Dr. Richo has been a licensed marriage, family, and child counselor in California. In addition to practicing psychotherapy, he teaches in a number of places, including Santa Barbara City College, the University of California at Berkeley, Esalen Institute, Spirit Rock Buddhist Center, Pacifica Graduate Institute, and Santa Barbara Graduate Institute. Dr. Richo is currently a clinical supervisor for the Community Counseling Center in Santa Barbara, California. Learn More: Website To read the full show notes and discover more resources, visit https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/transformingtrauma SPACE: SPACE is an Inner Development Program of Support and Self-Discovery for Therapists on the Personal, Interpersonal, and Transpersonal Levels offered by the Complex Trauma Training Center. This experiential learning program offers an immersive group experience designed to cultivate space for self-care, community support, and deepening vitality in our professional role as therapists. Learn more about how to join. *** The Complex Trauma Training Center: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com View upcoming trainings: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/schedule/ The Complex Trauma Training Center (CTTC) is a professional organization providing clinical training, education, consultation, and mentorship for psychotherapists and mental health professionals working with individuals and communities impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). CTTC provides NARM® Therapist and NARM® Master Therapist Training programs, as well as ongoing monthly groups in support of those learning NARM. CTTC offers a depth-oriented professional community for those seeking a supportive network of therapists focused on three levels of shared human experience: personal, interpersonal & transpersonal.  The Transforming Trauma podcast embodies the spirit of CTTC – best described by its three keywords: depth, connection, and heart - and offers guidance to those interested in effective, transformational trauma-informed care. We want to connect with you! Facebook @complextraumatrainingcenter Instagram @complextraumatrainingcenter LinkedIn YouTube

Nahezu jede Podcast-Folge lässt uns mit Funkeln in den Augen auf die Facilities der Colleges und High Schools blicken. Aber das, was ich heute in unserer neuen Podcast-Episode mit Maximilian Dollhopf gesehen habe, übertrumpft fast alles. Kalifornien, Santa Barbara, Football-Feld nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt. Aussicht auf das weite Meer oder den wundervollen Sonnenuntergang. All diesen Versuchungen muss Max tagtäglich widerstehen, um sein großes Ziel - ein Angebot eines D1-Colleges - zu erreichen. In diesem wundervollen Ambiente trainiert er hart, wird auf hohem Niveau von den Coaches kritisiert, um das Beste herauszuholen. ...Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Gern unterstützen wir dich bei deiner Podcast-Produktion. ?>

Nahezu jede Podcast-Folge lässt uns mit Funkeln in den Augen auf die Facilities der Colleges und High Schools blicken. Aber das, was ich heute in unserer neuen Podcast-Episode mit Maximilian Dollhopf gesehen habe, übertrumpft fast alles. Kalifornien, Santa Barbara, Football-Feld nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt. Aussicht auf das weite Meer oder den wundervollen Sonnenuntergang. All diesen Versuchungen muss Max tagtäglich widerstehen, um sein großes Ziel - ein Angebot eines D1-Colleges - zu erreichen. In diesem wundervollen Ambiente trainiert er hart, wird auf hohem Niveau von den Coaches kritisiert, um das Beste herauszuholen. Aber hört selbst, warum dieser junge Mann, in Detroit geboren, aufgewachsen in Deutschland, das alles auf sich nimmt. Vielleicht ist Max in ein paar Jahren schon, einer der nächsten Deutschen in der National Football League. Bitte unterstützt unseren Podcast auf Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/footballschland

Nahezu jede Podcast-Folge lässt uns mit Funkeln in den Augen auf die Facilities der Colleges und High Schools blicken. Aber das, was ich heute in unserer neuen Podcast-Episode mit Maximilian Dollhopf gesehen habe, übertrumpft fast alles. Kalifornien, Santa Barbara, Football-Feld nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt. Aussicht auf das weite Meer oder den wundervollen Sonnenuntergang. All diesen Versuchungen muss Max tagtäglich widerstehen, um sein großes Ziel - ein Angebot eines D1-Colleges - zu erreichen. In diesem wundervollen Ambiente trainiert er hart, wird auf hohem Niveau von den Coaches kritisiert, um das Beste herauszuholen. ...Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Gern unterstützen wir dich bei deiner Podcast-Produktion. ?>

Nahezu jede Podcast-Folge lässt uns mit Funkeln in den Augen auf die Facilities der Colleges und High Schools blicken. Aber das, was ich heute in unserer neuen Podcast-Episode mit Maximilian Dollhopf gesehen habe, übertrumpft fast alles. Kalifornien, Santa Barbara, Football-Feld nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt. Aussicht auf das weite Meer oder den wundervollen Sonnenuntergang. All diesen Versuchungen muss Max tagtäglich widerstehen, um sein großes Ziel - ein Angebot eines D1-Colleges - zu erreichen. In diesem wundervollen Ambiente trainiert er hart, wird auf hohem Niveau von den Coaches kritisiert, um das Beste herauszuholen. ...Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Gern unterstützen wir dich bei deiner Podcast-Produktion. ?>

Nahezu jede Podcast-Folge lässt uns mit Funkeln in den Augen auf die Facilities der Colleges und High Schools blicken. Aber das, was ich heute in unserer neuen Podcast-Episode mit Maximilian Dollhopf gesehen habe, übertrumpft fast alles. Kalifornien, Santa Barbara, Football-Feld nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt. Aussicht auf das weite Meer oder den wundervollen Sonnenuntergang. All diesen Versuchungen muss Max tagtäglich widerstehen, um sein großes Ziel - ein Angebot eines D1-Colleges - zu erreichen. In diesem wundervollen Ambiente trainiert er hart, wird auf hohem Niveau von den Coaches kritisiert, um das Beste herauszuholen. ...Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Gern unterstützen wir dich bei deiner Podcast-Produktion. ?>

Nahezu jede Podcast-Folge lässt uns mit Funkeln in den Augen auf die Facilities der Colleges und High Schools blicken. Aber das, was ich heute in unserer neuen Podcast-Episode mit Maximilian Dollhopf gesehen habe, übertrumpft fast alles. Kalifornien, Santa Barbara, Football-Feld nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt. Aussicht auf das weite Meer oder den wundervollen Sonnenuntergang. All diesen Versuchungen muss Max tagtäglich widerstehen, um sein großes Ziel - ein Angebot eines D1-Colleges - zu erreichen. In diesem wundervollen Ambiente trainiert er hart, wird auf hohem Niveau von den Coaches kritisiert, um das Beste herauszuholen. ...Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Gern unterstützen wir dich bei deiner Podcast-Produktion. ?>

MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: Meet Coach BrendaHost: Kolby KrystofikGuest: Coach Brenda LorcaEpisode Summary:In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby sits down with Coach Brenda, one of the full-time coaches at Oxnard|MVMNT. They dive into her life, both inside and outside the gym, discussing her journey from high school sports to discovering CrossFit and her role in helping members succeed in their fitness journeys.Brenda shares stories from growing up in Goleta, California, where she learned to swim at 14 to join her high school water polo team after a failed attempt at soccer. We learn how Brenda's love for fitness led her to CrossFit, the changes she's experienced, and how she now plays a key role in helping members at Oxnard|MVMNT stay on track, particularly in their first 100 days.Key Moments:00:00 - Intro01:00 - How Brenda moved last week02:30 - Kolby shares how he stayed active last week05:00 - High school sports: from failed soccer tryout to water polo goalie08:00 - Growing up with three brothers in Goleta11:00 - Brenda's college years: Santa Barbara City College, academic probation, and Ventura College18:00 - Various jobs, from Café Rio to Massage Envy30:00 - Discovering CrossFit and joining Oxnard|MVMNT in 201338:00 - Gaining 40 pounds of muscle and embracing a healthier mindset42:00 - Working at the gym: from cleaning toilets to full-time coach45:00 - How Brenda helps members work through pain and injury with personal training50:00 - Final thoughts: How to reach out to Coach BrendaStay Connected with Coach Brenda:Instagram: @beekerbb8Email: admin@oxnardmvmnt.comIf you're looking for support with your fitness journey, personal training, or just want to chat with Brenda, don't hesitate to reach out! And don't forget to check out Oxnard|MVMNT if you're looking for a gym where the coaches truly care about helping you succeed.

Measure P is a bond measure that seeks to raise money to repair and upgrade the facilities of Santa Barbara City College, or SBCC. To understand the need for as well as the opposition to the measure, KCSB's Joyce Chi spoke to SBCC's Superintendent/President Dr. Erika Endrijonas and Trustee Jonathan Abboud, and op-ed author Denice Spangler Adams. -- Music used: Front Runner by Blue Dot Sessions

In Episode 25, Larry Galizio, Ph.D. visits with Trustee Jonathan Abboud from Santa Barbara City College, and Trustee Sonia Lopez from Compton Community College District about what it means to be a Millennial Trustee. They both explore what made them decide to run for Trustee as a young professional and the value age diversity has brought to community college boards as the community of millennial trustees has grown statewide.

On May 8th, Santa Barbara City College unveiled their “Chumash Signage Project”. Ray Briare has more.

Goleta City Councilman Stuart Kasdin announces his plans for re-election and seeking a third term on the Goleta City Council. Kasdin also shares his views on the Goleta Old Town restriping project, housing, potholes on Phelps Road, and the success of Goleta's businesses, including the Camino Real Marketplace. Kasdin also discusses his background and his career teaching political science, most recently at Santa Barbara City College. Joshua Molina is a journalist who creates dynamic conversations on the topics of housing, education, politics, business and culture. Please visit www.santabarbaratalks.com to consider a contribution to support these podcasts and please subscribe on YouTube.

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Continuing the important conversation on encouraging a drug-free college experience, our hosts Jodie Sweetin and Dr. Krystal Lewis, along with their guests, delve deeper into the challenges and solutions for college-bound students and their families. Dr. Calvin Mackie shares personal experiences and innovative methods to stay connected with college students, emphasizing validation and open communication. He underscores the power of empathy and kindness in supporting students facing drug-related challenges. The episode offers indispensable advice for parents embarking on college tours, emphasizing thorough research into campuses and an understanding of factors influencing students' decisions.  The episode concludes with reflections on self-esteem, validation, and understanding as guiding principles for young adults making safe choices during their college years. Dr. Mackie provides insights into his STEM NOLA initiative, designed to engage students in STEM education. The guests share their final thoughts on supporting students in their journey toward a drug-free college experience. Join us for a crucial discussion offering guidance and inspiration for both parents and students alike.   Key Takeaways: Dr. Calvin Mackie emphasizes the importance of validation and open communication as means to support students facing drug-related challenges. Thorough research and understanding of campus dynamics are crucial for parents embarking on college tours. Social media hashtags, like those on TikTok, play a significant role in shaping campus discussions and creating communities focused on sobriety. The importance of asking questions during college tours is highlighted, along with the introduction of collegiate recovery programs. Dr. Smith discusses red flags that parents should be aware of and the importance of providing additional support when needed. Dr. Mackie's STEM NOLA initiative aims to engage students in STEM education, providing them with valuable opportunities.   Jodie Sweetin is an actress, author, and advocate, best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on the iconic sitcom "Full House" and its sequel "Fuller House". In 2009 she penned her memoir, "unSweetined", which chronicles her journey through addiction and into recovery. With her frank and open approach, Jodie has emerged as a compelling speaker and advocate who now seeks to use her platform and experiences to educate others and reduce the stigma associated with addiction and recovery. @jodiesweetin Amy McCarthy, LICSW, is a Director of Clinical Social Work at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Addiction Medicine. She has been working in the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program since 2019. @amymccarthylicsw Dr. Allison M. Smith serves as the Assistant Commissioner for Student Health and Wellness for the Louisiana Board of Regents. In this role, she facilitates the Louisiana Higher Education Coalition, oversees statewide Core Survey administration, provides professional development training for higher education staff and stakeholders, facilitates campus community partnerships, and renders technical assistance around the issue of substance use prevention and expanding collegiate recovery in Louisiana's collegiate communities. Additionally, Dr. Smith also focuses on broader campus safety issues such as hazing prevention, increasing equitable access to mental health resources and policy matters related to the implementation of Title IX and Power-Based Violence statutes. Dr. Smith, a native of Baton Rouge, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Southern University in 2009, a Master of Public Administration from Louisiana State University in May 2011, followed by a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership, Research and Counseling with a specialization in Higher Education Administration in 2016. Dr. Calvin Mackie is an award-winning mentor, inventor, author, former engineering professor, internationally renowned speaker, and successful entrepreneur. In 2013, Dr. Mackie founded STEM NOLA, a non-profit organization created to expose, inspire, and engage communities in the opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). To Date, STEM NOLA has engaged over 125,000 K-12 students in hands-on project-based STEM activities. In 2021, he launched STEM Global Action to advance K-12 Stem education across the U.S. and the world. Natalie is currently a psychology major at California Institute of Integral Studies, and plans to use her degree to work in psychedelic-assisted therapy. She received her Associate's Degree from Santa Barbara City College, where she now works as a psychology tutor. In her free time, Natalie does Krav Maga, and will be receiving her black belt in January 2024. Elks: As a 150-year-old organization, they are 100% inclusive with a membership of close to 1 million diverse men and women in over 2,000 Lodges nationally, and while they consider themselves faith based, they are nondenominational and open to all creeds. The Elks have always prided themselves on civic duty, and the Elks Drug and Alcohol Prevention (DAP) program is the nation's largest all volunteer Kids Drug & Alcohol Use Prevention program. The Elks are also strong supporters of our brave men and women in the military, having built and donated the nation's first VA Hospital to the U.S. government. The Elks have donated more than $3.6 billion in cash, goods, and services to enrich the lives of millions of people!  DEA: The United States Drug Enforcement Administration was created in 1973 by President Nixon after the government noticed an alarming rise in recreational drug use and drug-related crime. A division of the Department of Justice, DEA enforces controlled substances laws by apprehending offenders to be prosecuted for criminal and civil crimes. DEA is the largest and most effective antidrug organization in the world, with 241 domestic locations in 23 field divisions and 93 international field divisions in 69  countries.   Resources/Links Get Smart About Drugs Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Substance Use Prevention One Pill Could Kill SAMHSA | Help and Treatment   DEA Website DEA on Instagram DEA on Twitter DEA on Facebook DEA YouTube Channel   Elks Kid Zone Website Elks Drug Awareness Program Website Elks DAP on Twitter Elks DAP on Facebook Elks DAP on YouTube   Jodie Sweetin's Links Jodie's Instagram Jodie's TikTok   Amy McCarthy's Links Amy's Instagram Boston Children's Hospital Instagram Boston Children's Hospital Addiction Medicine   Dr. Allison Smith 's Links Allison's Twitter Allison's LinkedIn Louisiana Board of Regents Campus Drug Prevention For the Culture: The Role of Family, Faith, and Cultural Competence in Prevention at HBCUs in Louisiana Prevention Profiles: Take Five - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Prevention Prevention Profiles: Take Five - Dr. Allison Smith Prevention with Purpose: A Strategic Planning Guide for Preventing Drug Misuse Among College Students Prevention with Purpose: Considering Culture Throughout the Strategic Prevention Framework   Dr. Calvin Mackie's Links Calvin's Twitter Calvin's Facebook Calvin's Instagram STEM Global Action STEM NOLA STEM NOLA YouTube  

In this two-part episode, titled "On Their Own But Not Alone: Encouraging a Drug-Free College Experience," begins with the excitement and challenges of sending your kids off to college, a milestone that every parent faces. Dr. Allison M. Smith, Assistant Commissioner for Student Health and Wellness at the Louisiana Board of Regents, contributes valuable insights into the primary factors behind drug misuse among college students. The conversation continues with Dr. Smith shedding light on the significance of balancing harm reduction vs. prevention. Dr. Calvin Mackie, an accomplished mentor, STEM  advocate, university professor and the father of two college age boys, shares his decades of experience and provides valuable insights into the social dynamics of college life. Natalie, a psychology major in her junior year of college, adds a unique perspective to the episode as she discusses the prevalent substances used by college students, such as alcohol, cannabis, and stimulants. The conversation further explores the challenges faced by students with ADHD and the importance of early diagnoses. Dr. Mackie advises parents to stay connected to their children in college, emphasizing affirmations and effective communication. The episode culminates in practical advice for parents navigating college tours, including the necessity of research, an understanding of annual security reports, and insights into the potential risks associated with Greek organizations. Join us for an informative discussion on ensuring a drug-free college experience for young adults.   Key Takeaways: Sending kids off to college is an exciting yet challenging milestone for parents, and it's essential to prepare for it. Family history plays a significant role in drug misuse, making it important to understand these dynamics. College campuses often involve drink counting, emphasizing the need to understand the social standards and peer pressures. Dr. Calvin Mackie reveals insights into the socialization dynamics of college life, including several surprising revelations! Alcohol, cannabis, and stimulants like Adderall are commonly used by college students, and early ADHD diagnoses are crucial. Effective communication, affirmations, and staying connected with college-bound kids are vital for their well-being. Parents should research colleges thoroughly, review annual security reports, and be aware of the risks associated with Greek organizations. Social media hashtags can unveil campus trends related to substance use, and programs promoting sobriety and on-site counseling are essential resources.   Jodie Sweetin is an actress, author, and advocate, best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on the iconic sitcom "Full House" and its sequel "Fuller House". In 2009 she penned her memoir, "unSweetined", which chronicles her journey through addiction and into recovery. With her frank and open approach, Jodie has emerged as a compelling speaker and advocate who now seeks to use her platform and experiences to educate others and reduce the stigma associated with addiction and recovery. @jodiesweetin Amy McCarthy, LICSW, is a Director of Clinical Social Work at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Addiction Medicine. She has been working in the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program since 2019. @amymccarthylicsw Dr. Allison M. Smith serves as the Assistant Commissioner for Student Health and Wellness for the Louisiana Board of Regents. In this role, she facilitates the Louisiana Higher Education Coalition, oversees statewide Core Survey administration, provides professional development training for higher education staff and stakeholders, facilitates campus community partnerships, and renders technical assistance around the issue of substance use prevention and expanding collegiate recovery in Louisiana's collegiate communities. Additionally, Dr. Smith also focuses on broader campus safety issues such as hazing prevention, increasing equitable access to mental health resources and policy matters related to the implementation of Title IX and Power-Based Violence statutes. Dr. Smith, a native of Baton Rouge, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Southern University in 2009, a Master of Public Administration from Louisiana State University in May 2011, followed by a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership, Research and Counseling with a specialization in Higher Education Administration in 2016. Dr. Calvin Mackie is an award-winning mentor, inventor, author, former engineering professor, internationally renowned speaker, and successful entrepreneur. In 2013, Dr. Mackie founded STEM NOLA, a non-profit organization created to expose, inspire, and engage communities in the opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). To date, STEM NOLA has engaged over 125,000 K-12 students in hands-on project-based STEM activities. In 2021, he launched STEM Global Action to advance K-12 Stem education across the U.S. and the world. Natalie is currently a psychology major at California Institute of Integral Studies, and plans to use her degree to work in psychedelic-assisted therapy. She received her Associate's Degree from Santa Barbara City College, where she now works as a psychology tutor. In her free time, Natalie does Krav Maga, and will be receiving her black belt in January 2024. Elks: As a 150-year-old organization, they are 100% inclusive with a membership of close to 1 million diverse men and women in over 2,000 Lodges nationally, and while they consider themselves faith based, they are nondenominational and open to all creeds. The Elks have always prided themselves on civic duty, and the Elks Drug and Alcohol Prevention (DAP) program is the nation's largest all volunteer Kids Drug & Alcohol Use Prevention program. The Elks are also strong supporters of our brave men and women in the military, having built and donated the nation's first VA Hospital to the U.S. government. The Elks have donated more than $3.6 billion in cash, goods, and services to enrich the lives of millions of people!  DEA: The United States Drug Enforcement Administration was created in 1973 by President Nixon after the government noticed an alarming rise in recreational drug use and drug-related crime. A division of the Department of Justice, DEA enforces controlled substances laws by apprehending offenders to be prosecuted for criminal and civil crimes. DEA is the largest and most effective antidrug organization in the world, with 241 domestic locations in 23 field divisions and 93 international field divisions in 69  countries.   Resources/Links Get Smart About Drugs Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Substance Use Prevention One Pill Could Kill SAMHSA | Help and Treatment   DEA Website DEA on Instagram DEA on Twitter DEA on Facebook DEA YouTube Channel   Elks Kid Zone Website Elks Drug Awareness Program Website Elks DAP on Twitter Elks DAP on Facebook Elks DAP on YouTube   Jodie Sweetin's Links Jodie's Instagram Jodie's TikTok   Amy McCarthy's Links Amy's Instagram Boston Children's Hospital Instagram Boston Children's Hospital Addiction Medicine   Dr. Allison Smith 's Links Allison's Twitter Allison's LinkedIn Louisiana Board of Regents Campus Drug Prevention For the Culture: The Role of Family, Faith, and Cultural Competence in Prevention at HBCUs in Louisiana Prevention Profiles: Take Five - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Prevention Prevention Profiles: Take Five - Dr. Allison Smith Prevention with Purpose: A Strategic Planning Guide for Preventing Drug Misuse Among College Students Prevention with Purpose: Considering Culture Throughout the Strategic Prevention Framework   Dr. Calvin Mackie's Links Calvin's Twitter Calvin's Facebook Calvin's Instagram STEM Global Action STEM NOLA STEM NOLA YouTube  

Political strategist Wade Cowper, managing partner for Hidden Gems Public Relations talks with journalist Josh Molina about public relations, local journalism and social media. Cowper has advised a variety of elected officials, including Kate Ford, Meagan Harmon, Alejandra Gutierrez, Gabe Escobedo and Virginia Alvarez. He was also managed James Joyce III's campaign that saw him surpass the incumbent mayor and land in second place for the mayoral seat. Cowper earlier this year branched off to form Hidden Gems Public Relations, where he advises nonprofit organizations on how to get their messages out. This is podcast full of humor, jokes and insider stories. Check it out. Make a contribution to support this podcast series by visiting www.santabarbaratalks.com. Molina writes for Noozhawk.com and teachers journalism part-time at Santa Barbara City College.

I'm in a law class at Pepperdine, studying for my MBA. In our first assignment, we're supposed to take this unbelievable amount of text and turn it into an outline using a very specific structure and methodology. I'm thinking, “Why do we need to outline? I just read all of this text and highlighted certain sections of it in detail. It's fine. Plus, It seems like a waste of time. And aren't all outlines the same anyway? Why is structure so important?”  I begrudgingly do the assignment and turn it in.  Then we get our next assignment… more outlining! Next assignment? Alas more outlining again!  By the middle of the semester, something dawns on me: I start to realize that I'm looking at paragraphs of text completely differently. I can pinpoint what matters most even faster.  At the end of the semester… I am an outlining Ninja.  This skill that I learned in my Graduate Studies has turned out to be a tool that I use to this very day.  Every time I read any block of text I can't help but condense it down to its most essential elements which has definitely helped influence my path of specializing and Short Form Communications. I love to take complex things and condense them down to their most essential elements, especially in storytelling.  The elements we use in stories really matter–to the listener, to the memories we can create in the minds of our listener, and to the integrity of the story. Michael Stinson has an incredible career exploring and teaching the cinematic art of storytelling, in addition to many other forms. And today on the Storytelling School Podcast, he's here to talk about how stories bind the world, share the tools he uses to explain storytelling, reveal what keeps an audience engaged, and tell us: How can experiencing different cultures influence your storytelling? Why is it a mistake to tell everything in your story? What's the best way to create suspense, and what other tools are essential for storytelling? And how are cinematic journeys like cathartic, storytelling labyrinths for the audience? What you will learn in this episode: How you can craft the most effective personal narrative to tell others Why suspense is so effective for audience engagement (and how it differs from surprise) What three flavors of conflict you can choose in your story Who is Michael? Michael Stinson is the professor of Film and Media Studies at Santa Barbara City College where he has taught courses in film studies, film production, screenwriting, film editing, cinematography, and directing for over two decades. He is also the author of Labyrinth of Light: A Journey Into Cinema and has co-directed the 10-10-10 filmmaking and screenwriting competition at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival for the past 20 years.  Prior to film school, Michael spent a decade abroad as a photojournalist based in Europe and the Far East. He worked for five years as a screenwriter for the Hollywood studios after earning a Master's degree in Film and Television from UCLA. Then, he began teaching at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has taught courses in film and media at the University of Rome, New School University, and Los Angeles Film School.  Michael is a Member Emeritus of the Writers Guild of America, Society of American Travel Writers, and PEN America. Currently, he directs international film programs in Rome, Paris, and Tokyo. Residing in Santa Barbara, California, he also now divides his time between a Craftsman bungalow built by the town barber in 1906 and a Cheoy Lee sailboat moored in the harbor. Links and Resources: Email Michael: paperhammer@hotmail.com, paperhammer@gmail.com, or paperhammer@mac.com  Labyrinth of Light: A Journey Into Cinema by Michael Stinson Storytelling School Website @storytellingschool on Instagram @storytellingSchool on Facebook

This week's show is with David Richo, Ph.D. David Richo, Ph.D. is a psychotherapist, a writer, and a popular workshop leader on personal and spiritual growth. He shares his time between Santa Barbara and San Francisco, California. He combines psychological and spiritual perspectives in his work. His recent books are “Ready: How to Know when to Go and when to Stay” (Shambhala, 2022) and “To Thine Own Self Be True: Shakespeare as Therapist and Spiritual Guide” (Paulist Press, 2023). He received his BA in psychology from Saint John's Seminary in Brighton, Massachusetts in 1962, his MA in counseling psychology from Fairfield University in 1969, and his PhD in clinical psychology from Sierra University in 1984. Since 1976, Richo has been a licensed marriage, family, and child counselor in California. He teaches courses at Santa Barbara City College and the University of California Berkeley at Berkeley and has taught at the Esalen Institute, Pacifica Graduate Institute, and Santa Barbara Graduate Institute. He is a clinical supervisor for the Community Counseling Center in Santa Barbara, California. Richo is known for incorporating Buddhism, poetry, and Jungian perspectives in his work. He authored the books "How to Be an Adult in Relationships: The Five Keys to Mindful Loving," "The Five Things We Cannot Change: And the Happiness We Find in Embracing Them," "When the Past Is Present: Healing the Emotional Wounds that Sabotage our Relationships," "Shadow Dance: Liberating the Power and Creativity of Your Dark Side," "The Power of Coincidence: How Life Shows Us What We Need to Know," and "Being True to Life: Poetic Paths to Personal Growth." In this conversation, David and I explored knowing when we or our clients are ready to choose to make big changes, the mysterious nature of the right timing, and the role of grace. We'd love to know what YOU think about this week's show. Let's carry on the conversation… please leave a comment below or share in our fb group. What you'll learn from this episode: There's a point at which we know when we're ready to make a change, this isn't something that is logical or external - learning to honour that as both individuals and change workers is vital When we attempt to apply broad brush strokes, cultural norms or formulas to ourselves or our clients, we miss the unique nature of each person and the timing that is right I love how David spoke about the role of grace providing synchronicities and insights… there's something greater at play than our ego when it comes to change, and actually life as a whole - we are not in control The presence of Grace David Richo and Lian with their respective statues of Our Lady of Guadlupe, mentioned in the show   Resources and stuff that we spoke about: For David's books, talks, and events visit his website: https://davericho.com/ Thank you for listening! There's a fresh episode each week, if you subscribe then you'll get each new episode delivered to your phone every week automagically (that way you'll never miss an episode): Subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes Subscribe on Android Thank you! Lian and Jonathan

Earlier this month, another student died in a tragic cliff fall accident along the bluffs of Isla Vista. The victim, Benjamin Scott Schurmer of Ojai, attended Santa Barbara City College. Sadly, this is just the latest tragedy in a list of cliff casualties that have befallen the Isla Vista community over the years. In this episode, KCSB's Clarissa Hom and Siddharth Chattoraj speak with representatives of Isla Vista's local government (IVCSD) to learn about the changes underway to improve cliff safety education and prevent future cliff deaths in Isla Vista, while honoring the memories of the many who have died in cliff falls over the past two decades.

Geography professor Geordie Armstrong returns for a conversation with Josh Molina about the hysteria surrounding the epic blockbuster movie Barbie. Armstrong explains the patriarchy and how it hurts women and men. She shares stories about her days playing with Barbie and Skipper and how her mother discouraged her from playing with Barbie because she was too "sexy." Armstrong then talks about why Sinead O'Connor's death hit hard, and why she was a significant figure in popular culture. With a shaved head, she broke rules about what femininity was supposed to look like. Armstrong then goes into a masterful explanation of the civil unrest in Haiti and offers a historical telling of what led up to the ongoing crisis. The podcast ends with Armstrong and Molina talking about Fiesta, indigenous people, and colonization. Josh Molina is a journalism instructor at Santa Barbara City College and journalist for Noozhawk. Armstrong is a professor of geography at Santa Barbara City College. If you like this podcast, please subscribe to Santa Barbara Talks. You can consider a contribution at www.santabarbaratalks.com or santabarbarapodcasts.com The Geordie and Josh show is podcast series that explores the world through their shared interests and experiences in music, movies, education, parenting, pop culture and their own childhood trauma.

Harwood "Bendy" White sits down with Josh Molina to talk about Santa Barbara's housing crisis, height limits, outdoor dining, and his memoir about life in Santa Barbara. White also reflects on the end of the Santa Barbara News-Press and what that means to the community. White spent 14 years on the city planning commission, as well as time on the county planning commission and city water commission. Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. Subscribe to his podcast here and consider a contribution here.

Los Angeles Times enterprise reporter James Rainey talks about his front page story on the Santa Barbara News-Press, his reporting and what he learned about the end of the daily print newspaper. Rainey shares his views on the media landscape and discusses the importance of journalism and why it matters to our democracy. Rainey shares his experiences covering his biggest stories, including reporting in Iraq. He also explains why the LA Times ended its coverage of box scores in the print edition and the overall changes in the media industry. Rainey has three Pulitzer Prizes as part of Los Angeles Times staff coverage. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Craig Smith rose to the prominence in media circles in the 2000s with his popular tipster media blog. He was the go-to-source for local media news and saw the popularity of the blog rise amid the News-Press drama. Smith first launched the blog to cover the Michael Jackson trial, but quickly he became a voice for those wanting to tip him information about News-Press stories in and out of the building. From there he covered the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and became instantly recognizable on the street. Smith recalls his days running the blog, what it was like to get information and reporter, and how he came a citizen journalism himself, with regular courtroom coverage. Check out this fantastic conversation, where Smith drops names such as Jerry Roberts, Barry Cappello, Starshine Roshell, Scott Hadly, Dawn Hobbs, Barney McManigal, Nick Welsh and so many more. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Earl Warren Showgrounds CEO Ben Sprague explains the pickleball controversy currently consuming the Showgrounds and his plan to resolve the issue. Sprague opens up about the new mission of the Showgrounds and its attempt to become more financially sustainable through diverse programming. Sprague says Earl Warren is Santa Barbara's events center and he wants everyone to know it's place for them to enjoy entertainment all year. Please watch this podcast on YouTube at Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

New York Times Best-Selling author and frequent Joe Rogan guest @skepticmagazine founder Michael Shermer chats with Josh Molina about climate change, RFK Jr., doomers, culture wars, vaccines and much more in this hour-long podcast. Shermer, whose Skeptic magazine regularly offers science-based stories that debunk conspiracy theories. Shermer's latest book is Conspiracy: Why the Rational Believe the Irrational. In this podacast, Shermer talks about politics, free-will and logic all through the lense of our current political backdrop with RFK Jr. making the rounds on podcasts and what that says about the state of the media. He also discusses the doomer attitude about climate change and why he disagrees with end of the world predictions. "When I plug in my Tesla, the electricity doesn't come out of the electricity fairy in the wall. It's gotta come from somewhere and most of that is coal-burning power stations," Shermer said. About Robert Kennedy Jr., Shermer says the Democratic presidential candidate has strong views on foreign policy, but he's skeptical of some of his other views. "This guy is pretty sharp, why is he so wrong on other things, these vaccines, I don't know," Shermer said. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of environment, education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this privately owned podcast.

"The time is now," to save the planet says Santa Barbara City Councilwoman Kristen Sneddon, who is also an environmental geology professor at Santa Barbara City City College. Sneddon talks with Josh Molina about "doomerism" and Eliot Jacobson's views on the planet, which he shared in a recent edition of Santa Barbara Talks. Sneddon does not dispute the data, but has a different attitude about how to respond to the rising ocean temperatures and sea level rise. "There's no question these things are intensifying and we need to address them," Sneddon says. In this podcast, Sneddon and Molina talk about electric cars, bikes, cars, fossil fuels, the doomsday glacier and what can be done to halt rising temperatures. Toward the end of the podcast, the two discuss State Street and the city of Santa Barbara's battle over outdoor dining and what the future holds for the street. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Watch the full video on YouTube. Dr. Eliot Jacobson is a doomer with a website called "Watching the World Go Bye, Eliot Jacobson's Collapse of Everything Blog. In this podcast he talks about three dramatic climate events happening at once: ocean temperature rise in the north Atlantic, diminishing ice near Antarctica and rising global temperatures. "While climate scientists have been talking about North Atlantic sea surface temperatures these last few days, what's going on with sea ice in Antarctica is even more extreme, nearly 2.4 million km² below the 1991-2020 mean, with a big jump down today," he tweeted. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com or SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Wrapping up his 33rd season as Fullerton College's skipper, Nick Fuscardo has devoted his heart and vast experience to Fullerton College as a coach and educator. In 2013, Fuscardo led the Hornets to an Orange Empire Conference title (32-15 overall, 15-6 OEC) and to the final four CCCAA State Tournament where Fullerton was the state runner-up. In 2015, the Hornets made it to the postseason and swept Cypress College in the first round. In the Super Regionals, Fuscardo's Hornets fell to Santa Barbara City College in a hard-fought series. The 2016 season saw the Hornets making it all the way to the Super Regionals after sweeping the #2 seed Glendale College Vaqueros. FC ended up falling to Cypress College in the Super Regionals in a close two games to one series. Fuscardo locked down his 500th win on a 3-2 come-from-behind 11 inning victory against Allan Hancock College on February 25, 2011. On February 2, 2016, Fuscardo won his 600th game as the Hornet Skipper on opening day at San Diego Mesa College 10-4. Coach Fuscardo also holds the Hornet record for most career wins with 665. It was an 8-3 win on March 18, 2010 against Irvine Valley College that gave Fuscardo his 488th win surpassing the previous mark set by FC Hall of Fame coach Mike Sgobba (487 wins). Fuscardo has led the Hornets to 25 wins or more in seven seasons, including 1988 (30 wins) and 2013 (32 wins - school record). He also has 16 seasons with 20 or more wins with the Hornets. Fuscardo has coached more than 70 players who have been drafted or have signed professional contracts, including New York Mets standout pitcher Steve Trachsel, San Diego Padre catcher Tom Wilson, Mitch Levier to the Oakland A's, and Jose Rojas of the Angles. Other recent draftees include outfielders Shane Carrier (Twins) and Austin O'Banion (Rangers) off the 2016 Hornets. Fuscardo is also proud of two other 2016 grads in Laine Huffman (shortstop for Long Beach State) and Justin Row (2nd Base for the University of South Carolina). More than 200 of Fuscardo's players have gone on to play baseball at the four-year level. Before coming to Fullerton, Fuscardo was the head coach for 13 seasons at nearby Troy High, where he led the Warriors to a 205-68 record, five Freeway League championships and 11 playoff appearances. Fuscardo was offered an assistant position at Cal State Fullerton under Titans Coach Augie Garrido in 1981, but instead, accepted a position as an assistant under Sgobba in 1982. Four years later, he was named the ninth coach in Fullerton's history. Fuscardo has been on the other side of the lines in community college baseball as well. He was the starting second baseman at El Camino College in 1962 and 1964, when he was an All-Metro Conference selection. During the 2004 season, Fuscardo was inducted into El Camino's Athletic Hall of Fame. He attended West Liberty University in West Liberty, West Virginia, where he started at shortstop and earned All-West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference honors. Coach Fuscardo was also named as the CCCBCA/Victory Athletics Coach of the Year in 2010. Fuscardo earned his bachelor's degree from West Liberty College in physical education and speech in 1968, and later received a Master's degree in Education Administration from Cal State Fullerton. Fuscardo is also an avid golfer and coached the Fullerton College women's golf team to a share of the Orange Empire Conference title in 2000 (Coach of the Year). During that time Hornet Golf had State Golf Championship finalists, including Hye Yoon Jung (1999, 2000) and 2-time finalist, Jeri Costello (2002), He recently served a two-year term as president of the California Community College Women's Golf Association. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-brown57/support

Dr. Heather Adams sits down with Dr. Darla Cooper, Executive Director of The RP Group, to dig into the findings of previous and ongoing research aimed at identifying the barriers students face while navigating transfer pathways within the California Community College system.About Our GuestDr. Darla M. Cooper currently serves as the Executive Director for the Research and Planning Group for California Community Colleges (RP Group). She has worked in the California Community College system for over 20 years, having previously held institutional research director positions at Santa Barbara City College, Oxnard College, and Ohlone College. Dr. Cooper led Student Support (Re)defined, a landmark research project that examined what supports student success, and co-directed Through the Gate, a research study that examines what happens with students who appear ready to transfer, but do not. She recently served as one of the coaches for the American Association of Community Colleges' (AACC) Pathways Project. Dr. Cooper has extensive experience serving as an external evaluator for several federal and private foundation grants and has worked on various other projects designed to promote student success including the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, and the RP Group's Bridging Research Information and Culture (BRIC) initiative. Resources MentionedLearn more about The RP Group and sign up for their newsletterReview The RP Group's Through the Gate InitiativeReview The RP Group's African American Transfer Tipping Point Study For information on all previous and ongoing initiatives, check out The RP Group's project page Media Recommendation: Abbott Elementary (on ABC & Hulu)Shout-outs: The RP Group team!!#TransferResearch #TransferData #CommunityCollege #TheRPGroup #NISTS2023Show CreditsHost | Dr. Heather AdamsGuest | Dr. Darla CooperProducers | Sam Kaplan, Brandon RodríguezSound Editing | Abraham UriasKeep talking with Transfer Nation IG: @WeAreTransferNation TikTok: @TransferNation Twitter: @TransferPride FB Group: Transfer Nation Email: WeAreTransferNation@gmail.com Talk soon!#TransferPride #TransferSuccess #TransferChampion #TNTalks #TransferNation

The Indy host Alexandra Goldberg spoke with Salud Carbajal, the U.S. representative for California's 24th congressional district, about the 2023 Farm Bill.The Farm Bill is a multiyear, nationwide legislative package that governs food assistance programs and agriculture in the United States. It's broken down into 12 sections, or titles, that are said to impact every family in our community.Carbajal joined us this week on The Indy to talk about which programs are most integral to the Central Coast and how the community can get their voices heard in the House Agriculture Committee.Then, The Indy reporter Chiloe Spelius covered the history behind Cinco de Mayo and how the annual celebration empowers the Mexican American community.She spoke with Melinda Gandara, an adjunct faculty member in the Department of American Ethnic Studies at Santa Barbara City College and a trained art historian, who shared her story of finding historical truth.Hosted by Alexandra Goldberg.The Indy: A Podcast was co-created by Molly McAnany and the Santa Barbara Independent.Music for this episode written by Molly McAnany.Follow ‘The Indy' on social media @theindypod to support and contact podcast@independent.com for advertisements.For more information, visit: https://carbajal.house.gov/farmbill/

Conservative activist Thomas Cole sits down with Josh Molina to discuss a possible congressional run. Cole chimes in on schools, fentanyl, guns, and a variety of topical issues. He is the founder of 805analytics.com and Coalition4Liberty.com. Cole also shares details of his upbringing and what shaped his conservative values. Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. Subscribe to this podcast and consider a contribution.

Architect Brian Cearnal explains the drama behind the 250-room hotel project proposed for Santa Barbara's waterfront. The Wright family has proposed merging six lots to build 250 hotel rooms, but the city planning commissioners expressed concern that this site would better serve the community if it were housing. Cearnal walks us through the history of the site, and why hotel is preferred over housing. He also shares what's going on with La Cumbre Plaza, and the proposed 695-unit site envisioned for the area. Cearnal is one of Santa Barbara's most cherished architects, with four decades of experience designing buildings. Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. Subscribe to his podcast here and consider a contribution here.

Dr. Jarrell Jackman, former executive director of the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation chats with Josh Molina about his new book: Santa Barbara's Royal Presidio, The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Spain's Last Adobe Fortress. Jackman reveals the stories of the presidio's creation, its original purpose, and then some of the political fights to restore the fortress, in the face of opposition from some community members. Anyone interested in Santa Barbara's history will enjoy this podcast. Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. To consider sponsoring a podcast visit visit santabarbarapodasts.com or email josh@santabarbartalks.com. Please subscribe to this podcast series at @santabarbaratalkswithjoshm7112 This week's podcast is sponsored by Noozhawk.com

Santa Barbara County 2nd District Supervisor Laura Capps talks with Josh Molina after her first 100 days in office about the housing crisis, the recent eviction notices in Isla Vista, the cannabis revenue shortfall and poverty in the county. Capps spent six years on the Santa Barbara Unified School Board is a big-time political player having worked in Washington, D.C., with the President Clinton and Sen. John Kerrey. Capps grew up in Santa Barbara, the daughter of UCSB professor and former U.S. Congressman Walter Capps and nurse and Former U.S. Congresswoman Lois Capps. Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. Subscribe to his podcast here and consider a contribution here.

Dr. Jenn Kennedy talks about her new program "The Pleasure Project," where she coaches women on how to achieve sexual satisfaction. Kennedy is a licensed marriage and family therapist with expertise in women's sexuality, including lesbian relationships. In this podcast, Kennedy talks about healthy sexual relationships and how and why women should express their needs to their partner. Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. Subscribe to his podcast here and consider a contribution here.

Hayes Commercial Group Co-Founder Francois DeJohn breaks down the state of commercial real estate in this riveting podcast conversation. Topics include: Big tech companies sub-leasing office space The return to the office and why remote work will stay Why Paseo Nuevo is broken What needs to happen at La Cumbre Plaza The reasons why Coast Village Road is hot right now The success of the Goleta The popularity of Camino Real Market Place, the Calle Real Shopping Center and Old Town Goleta. DeJohn's views on the homeless situation Why outdoor dining on State Street needs to be cleaned up DeJohn also talks about his college days playing soccer at UCSB. Check it out! Joshua Molina is journalist who currently writes for Noozhawk and teaches journalism at Santa Barbara City College and Cal State University, Northridge. He formerly covered politics and land use for the San Jose Mercury News. Santa Barbara Talks is an independently owned podcast where Molina looks to bring together voices from all perspectives to discuss and provide solutions to the challenges related to housing, education, transportation and other community issues. Subscribe to his podcast here and consider a contribution here.

Journalist Josh Molina talks about the importance of media literacy and defends the art and practice of journalism against those who seek to minimize journalists and journalism. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Visit SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com to make a contribution. Dr. Mario Garcia, history professor at UCSB, sits down with Josh Molina for a riveting discussion about Mexican American contributions to the civil rights movement. "Latino history is U.S. history," Garcia says. Garcia explains how Mexican Americans have a decorated war and military history but are overlooked in the history books. He talks about the high rates that Mexican Americans were drafted and served in the Vietnam war because they didn't have the same educational opportunities or personal connections to avoid enlistment. He also talks about how Mexican Americans, even those with medals of honor, were not allowed to swim on portions of Carpinteria Beach off Linden Avenue up until the 1950s, and other places in the nation only allowed Mexicans access to swimming pools one day a week so they could be cleaned afterward, Garcia said. It's compelling conversation where Garcia talks about discrimination, and why racism and classism still exists. Garcia also talks about the incredible contributions and progress made by Mexican Americans and how his hope is that those stories show up in history books in K-12 education. From Feb. 17-18, UCSB will hold the 6th Bi-Annual Sal Castro Memorial Conference and a special symposium on the work and legacy of Garcia, who retired last year after more than 40 years in academia. Joshua Molina is a journalist and college instructor who interviews a wide variety of people on the issues of education, housing, politics, culture and business. Molina is a former reporter at the San Jose Mercury News and teaches at Cal State University, Northridge and Santa Barbara City College. Visit SantaBarbaraTalks.com to sign up for his newsletter and make a contribution to this individually owned podcast.

Geordie Armstrong and Josh Molina talk about how songs from the 1970s shaped their childhood! This is the latest in a podcast series featuring geographer Geordie Armstrong and journalist Joshua Molina. The duo talks about music, movies, television, parenting and teaching. Armstrong and Molina are both Santa Barbara City College teachers. Check out SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com and SantaBarbaraTalks.com for more podcasts with Geordie and Josh and other great content.

Geordie Armstrong and Josh Molina talk about how songs from the 1970s shaped their childhood! This is the latest in a podcast series featuring geographer Geordie Armstrong and journalist Joshua Molina. The duo talks about music, movies, television, parenting and teaching. Armstrong and Molina are both Santa Barbara City College teachers. Check out SantaBarbaraPodcasts.com and SantaBarbaraTalks.com for more podcasts with Geordie and Josh and other great content.

On today's episode, we interview Scott Fickerson, from Ventura, California. Scott has a Master's Degree in Human Performance and is currently an associate Professor of Health at Santa Barbara City College. He is a multi-disciplined 'plant powered' athlete, and for the past seven years, Scott has followed a strict plant-based vegan diet. We discuss how to fuel yourself without animal protein and dispel some common misconceptions about plant-based eating. Nutrients of concern for vegan diets are covered, and how to ensure these vitamins/minerals and other nutrients are met. Plus, Scott gives some examples of ways to fuel your run! For more info, you can check out the blog article here "Vegan for Runners" Resources: Scott's coaching business- www.totalruncoaching.com Nutrition Facts - Dr. Michael Greger - www.nutritionfacts.org Fiber Fuel - Dr. Will Bulsiewicz www.myfitnesspal.com www.cronometer.com Enjoying the show? Consider donating , leaving a 5 star review (if you loved it!), and/or sharing this episode with your friends and family :) Don't forget to visit our social media pages as well. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Your support helps fuel the stoke and keeps the show going strong every week. Thanks! Website: www.mywifethedietitian.com Email: mywifetherd@gmail.com

Santa Barbara has one of the best community colleges in the country. Kelly and her producer Tammy spent a day on the campus of Santa Barbara City College sitting in on class and talking about books, poetry, identity and society with Dr. Clara Oropeza. She describes her own intellectual awakenings in a way that helps underline the real point of college.

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