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In this insightful conversation, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Gagan Gupta, Founder of Turn Left for Less and Points Architect, about maximizing travel points, flying business class for less, and transforming travel from a business expense into a strategic asset.Gagan shares his journey—from booking his first business-class flight on points to building a consultancy that helps founders save thousands on premium travel.Discover:The most common mistakes people make with loyalty programsWhy travel points are a misunderstood assetHow to build a resilient, long-term points strategyHidden value inside airline alliancesHow to future-proof your travel rewards

 Show NotesDive into Lou and Lisa Dezarn's captivating journey from Sin City to the serene sands of San Felipe. Discover their accidentally perfect find, love for charity and golf, and how they navigate life away from grand kids and familiar grocery stores. This episodeis a peek into immigrant life, complete with humor, beach tales, and Rotary Club insights.Key Points• Finding home in San Felipe's charm• A chance counselor's office meet-up becomes a 20-year marriage• Grocery runs and community are different in Mexico• Importance of local customs and community involvement• Adjusting to small town life over Vegas' hustle• Life's perfect surprises from unexpected placesABOUT TURN LEFT AT THE CACTUS PODCASTSAN FELIPE, BAJA, MEXICOTurn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. Calyn Whedbee is the creator of the podcast and is responsible for production, post-production, and hosting the show. Cal is joined by co-host Linda Wiggins (AKA Wigs) who also assists with research and development of the monthly segment Cactus Connections. Additionally, Tricia Sikes assists with co-hosting the show.We dropped our first podcast in the summer of 2022. And, honestly, given the demographic we are working with, we had absolutely no idea whether any of it would fly. To our amusement and surprise, however, our listening base is growing --“poco a poco.” To date we have over two thousand listeners from around the world--mostly from the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We feel this is a major accomplishment considering much of our target audience hasn't yet discovered podcasts, much less decided to incorporate them into their daily lives. The primary focus of TLATC is to ascertain what it is that foreign nationals living and working here--full or part time-- find so attractive about the area; why they move here; and what they think is deserving of more attention. We hope to capture and store the many stories the expatriate community has about the history and evolution of the area and our impact on it. However, we don't necessarily stick to a script, so our conversations often lead us to some unchartered territory. "Please Like, Subscribe, and Comment where ever you pick up your favorite podcasts. Contact us: Facebook or cactusleft@gmail.com and...if you really love us...leave us a propina at ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus.Thanks for listening....Don't forget to Turn Left at the Cactus for No Bad Days!  

Show Notes:Tune into 'Turn Left at the Cactus' for the latest social swirl in San Felipe! Discover hidden gems, from quirky events to noble causes. Embrace Baja life with community shout outs, art fairs, and snip clinics. Now that you've heard about it, be part of it!Key Points:• Feb 1: Valentine's Arts & Crafts• Valentine's dinners & snip clinics• Carnival & Soul Fire tunes• Wellness to Chili Cookoffs in March• Nighttime walk/run thru Valley of the Giants & Wing Shack pizza!

Today, we're thrilled to welcome Eli Facenda, founder and CEO of Freedom Travel Systems. Known as The Travel Guy, Eli helps entrepreneurs turn everyday spending into first-class travel experiences. Join us as Eli breaks down what to do with the points you earn, how upgrades really work, and how first-class flights and luxury suites around the world are far more attainable than most people think. Eli's Journey Eli's career began in 2015 after graduating with a degree in finance and joining the travel industry through an international sports tour company. A trip to the Dominican Republic when he was 16 sparked his passion for travel and shaped his desire to build a life driven by curiosity rather than convention. Over time, he developed skills in group travel, logistics, and credit card points. That eventually evolved into a business helping entrepreneurs travel better by leveraging the systems they already have in place. Why Uncertainty Matters Eli believes uncertainty is essential for passion and fulfillment. Playing it safe may feel comfortable, but it often limits growth and experience. The willingness to take risks, follow curiosity, and act before everything feels certain has been a consistent driver in both his life and business. Turning Crisis into Opportunity When COVID disrupted the travel industry, it forced Eli's tour business into survival mode. Rather than freezing, he pivoted by launching a points-based consulting business that offered more control and scalability. How Points Unlock Disproportionate Value Eli discovered the power of points when he flew business class on a ticket worth thousands of dollars for only a few dollars in taxes. That experience revealed how strategic point redemptions could create massive leverage, turning ordinary spending into extraordinary travel experiences. Why Loyalty Isn't Always Logical Airline loyalty and elite status often come with high opportunity costs. Transferable bank points typically provide more flexibility, higher redemption value, and better travel outcomes than committing to a single airline, especially for globally mobile travelers. Experience vs. Redemption Strategy The best airline experience does not always align with the best points value. Some airlines offer superior products but poor redemption efficiency. Understanding alliances, partner transfers, and award availability allows travelers to optimize both comfort and value. Redeeming Points the Right Way The biggest mistake most people make is redeeming points through bank travel portals. Transferring points to airline partners can multiply their value several times over, but availability must always be confirmed before transferring, as transfers are irreversible. Cards, Hotels, and Priorities For business owners, Eli recommends prioritizing international premium flights for personal and family travel due to the quality and tax advantages. Hotel points usually offer lower value than airline redemptions, but elite hotel status can still deliver meaningful perks when earned strategically. Base your card selection on spending patterns, travel goals, and location—not card prestige. Experiential Wealth Eli frames success around "experiential wealth"—the memories, relationships, and moments that create fulfillment. Business growth matters, but experiences, not just achievements measure a well-lived life. Eli Facenda: Speaker Bio Eli "The Travel Guy" Facenda is the Founder and CEO of Freedom Travel Systems. He and his team help entrepreneurs maximize the money they are already spending so they can unlock bucket-list travel experiences and an upgraded first-class travel lifestyle entirely on points. Almost every entrepreneur spends money and travels, yet very few know how to do so efficiently. Eli has spent nine years in the travel industry, has traveled to 42 countries, and averages over $100,000 per year in free travel using points. His biggest passion is helping others come alive through travel and adventure while sharing strategies that make first-class travel easily attainable at a fraction of the cost. His team works with hundreds of entrepreneurs across all industries, including world-renowned business leaders such as Dan Martell, Cameron Herold, Karlton Dennis, Amber Spears, Tai Lopez, and others. Eli brings a unique perspective to business speaking engagements and podcasts. As an industry leader in a blue-ocean market, his talks, workshops, and interviews are highly engaging and actionable for entrepreneurial audiences. Connect with Eric Rozenberg On LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Listen to The Business of Meetings podcast Subscribe to The Business of Meetings newsletter Connect with Eli Facenda Freedom Travel Systems On Instagram (@ELITRAVELGUY)

Christmas Day: Turn Left for Christmas - Keith Vethaak by One Hope Community Church

Ollie hosts alongside Cormac, Lottie, and J as they discuss the New Who story 'Turn Left'/'The Stolen Earth'/'Journey's End' (2008) from WhoSoc's 'Wilf Week'

Ollie hosts alongside Cormac, Lottie, and J as they discuss the New Who story 'Turn Left'/'The Stolen Earth'/'Journey's End' (2008) from WhoSoc's 'Wilf Week'

S4 EP 92: Cactus Connection: El Pulso de San Felipe: Diciembre Comunitario --un resumen en espanol de la programa originalEste extracto del podcast "Turn left at the Cactus" funciona como un boletín comunitario para el área de San Felipe, Baja California, ofreciendo un resumen detallado de loseventos y anuncios de diciembre. Este episodio hace un resumen de la programa iniciada por las anfitriones de Turn Left at the Cactus, Cal y Wigs.  Ellas inician el programa compartiendo la novedad de su nuevo estudio de grabación, lo que facilita la producción del programa. El enfoque principal del episodio son las actividades sociales y los negocios locales, destacando la San Felipe Brewing Company como uncentro neurálgico para torneos de cribbage y nuevas opciones gastronómicas. Además, se informa sobre el mercado de trueque sabatino en El Dorado Ranch, mencionando a vendedores populares de alimentos frescos y artesanías.Las próximas festividades incluyen una importante colecta de alimentos organizada por Jean Jean y un desfile navideño musical programado para el 16 de diciembre. Finalmente, el programa proporciona actualizaciones sobre lareapertura de restaurantes renovados y la disponibilidad de los calendarios de Los Amigos, animando a la audiencia a apoyar a las organizaciones benéficas locales.

Notas del Episodio:En este resumen del episodio del pódcast titulado "Turn Left at the Cactus", las anfitrionas Cal y Wigs realizan una entrevista tipo "Cactus Call" (llamada Telefonica) con Lynn Lazzarini. El tema principal de la conversación es la promoción del próximo evento benéfico "Dog and Pony Show" (El Show de Perros y Caballitos), programado para el sábado 1 de noviembre en el Centro Ecuestre de El Dorado Ranch.El resumen explica que el evento es gratuito, contará con comida de Rosta Joe's Barbecue, e incluirá competiciones educativas y divertidas de perros y caballos, cuyos ingresos beneficiarán al programa de esterilización SNIP y a sus programas de equitación terapéutica para personas con discapacidades y demencia.Además, las anfitrionas mencionan brevemente la candidatura de Wigs para el cargo de representante del HOA de El Dorado Ranch, así como la próxima Asamblea General Anual (AGM) en la que los residentes podrán votar.

NFL Week 8 is about to kick off. We list the top five NFL games to watch, including a revenge game (let's be real) for Aaron Rodgers against the Packers. Then Dave answers a huge hypothetical question: What if Seattle never left the AFC? Then Brandon Perna answers a philosophical question: Who in their right mind would ever want to become an NFL official? Then Ahman Green answers a monetary question: Would Brett Favre or Aaron Rodgers ever pick up a tab? Safe to say, Dave Dameshek and the gang have the necessary answers to the most important questions to the most important sport in the world on Football America! (Photo by Kareem Elgazzar/AP) Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:03:30) | What if the Seahawks Never Left the AFC? (00:03:30-00:12:14) | Best 19s and Pick Six (00:12:14-00:31:34) | Top Five Games with Brandon Perna (00:31:34-00:49:50) | Ahman Green on the Packers Matchup and best QBs AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Ahman Green: https://x.com/AhmanGreen30 Brandon Perna: https://x.com/BrandonPerna Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Ahman Green, Brandon Perna Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes, Bradley Campbell Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Bradley Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Show Notes:Dive into the heart of San Felipe's much-loved Blues and Arts Festival as Cal and Tricia visit with Ana Martinez and Christine Buffaloe! This episode explores the inspiring landscape of music, creativity, and philanthropy, detailing colorful events, local arts, and the community impact made by the festival's dedicated Lion's Club volunteers. Don't miss this vibrant blend of culture and cause! Purchase your ticket soon!Key Points• Over $300k donated since its inception to the community• Music lineup eclectic and energetic• Unique local art and craft showcased• Charity foundation of the event• Festival atmosphere and where to get ticketsABOUTTurn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. The hosts are Cal Whedbee and Tricia Sikes. This podcast has a primary focus of discoveringwhat foreign and Mexican nationals who live and work here--full or part time--find so attractive about the area, why they moved here, and what they think is deserving of more attention. However, we don't always stick to the script, so anything is possible.We drop episodes as often as we can arrange to platform people. Sometimes the oddly hectic life of San Felipe gets in the way. But, we try hard to keep to some semblance of a schedule....retiree/Mexican style. If you have a suggestion of someone you think should be interviewed or an event thatneeds a push, please email us at: cactusleft@gmail.com. Put Suggested Guest/Event in the Subject Line. **The views expressed by our guests may not always be those of the hosts. All view points are important. Especially as it has to do with San Felipe and Baja.If you enjoy learning more about the people, organizations, events and businesses in our area, please support us at: https://ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus Please leave us a LIKE on FaceBook or -- more importantly---on your favorite podcast host. It helps others find us organically. Gracias!To find out how to get a shout out on Turn Left at the Cactus email: cactusleft@gmail.com Put: SHOUT OUT in the subject line. Or, if you'd like to become a FRIEND of the CACTUS, find out more by putting FRIEND in the Subject line…or, just text Cal or Tricia through messenger.Thanks for listening!Cal, Tricia & Linda

Show Notes:In this episode the girls provide an overview of the happenings, reopenings, and events scheduled for the October and November season in San Felipe. The hosts, Cal and Wigs, discuss numerous food and drink establishments that are reopening or featuring new services, such asthe Sweet Spot Bistro and the Garden of Eat'n, while also announcing a second brewery, La Perla, that is currently under construction. Furthermore, the discussion covers community events and initiatives, including the return of the El DoradoSwap Meet, various fundraisers for the San Felipe Dog Rescue, Snip Clinics, Forgotten Dogs, and other independent stray dog supporters, as well as a detailed events calendar listing activities like October Blues and Arts Fiesta, the ShrimpFestival, the Dog and Pony Show, and several races. Overall, the podcast offers a comprehensive guide to encouraging residents and visitors to engage with and support the community.Turn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. Calyn Whedbee is the creator ofthe podcast and is responsible for production, post-production, and hosting the show.  Additional co-hosts include Tricia Sikes and Linda Wiggins.  Tricia is thecreator of TLATC thematic music, while Linda assists with research material for the show and co-hosts the segment, Cactus Connections.We drop episodes as often as we can interview people and San Felipe life doesn't interfere. If you have a suggestion of someone you think should be interviewed or an event thatneeds a push, please email us at: cactusleft@gmail.com Please put: Suggested Guest/Event in the Subject Line. **The views expressed by our guests may not always be those of the hosts. However, it doesn't matter, we want to hear those views anyway.Support us at: https://ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus. Please leave us a LIKE on FaceBook or on your podcast host. Thank you!To find out how to get a shout out on Turn Left at the Cactus email: cactusleft@gmail.com Put: SHOUT OUT in the subject line. Or, if you'd like to become a FRIEND of the CACTUS, find out more by putting FRIEND in the Subject line…or, just text Cal or Tricia through messenger.Thanks forlistening!Cal & Tricia& Linda#TurnLeftAtTheCactus#CactusConnections#BajaMexico#SanFelipeBajaMexico#BajaLiving#Podcasts#MovingToMexico

 Ohio author/scribbler of fiction M.T. Bass talks about hislatest release “Racing The Dream-Fly Low, Fly Fast, Turn Left” as a racingthriller as a pilot battles 7 other top-level flyers at the very first NationalChampionship Air Races in Reno, Nevada! M.T. was born in Athens, OH later grewup in St. Louis and now living near Cleveland, graduated from Ohio WesleyanUniv. majoring in English and Philosophy, worked in the private sector inaerospace manufacturing, became a commercial pilot and later a flight instructorand the author of several novels including “My Brother's Keeper”, “Crossroads”,“Somethin' for Nothin'”, “Murder by Munchhausen”, “Article 15” and more! Checkout the amazing M.T. Bass and his latest release on all major platforms and www.mtbassauthor.wordpress.com/today! #podmatch #mtbass #author #ohio #racingthedream #avaiation #airplanes#pilot #flyer #airrace #nationalchampionship #reno #aerospace #commercialpilot#flightinstructor #spreaker #iheartradio #spotify #applemusic #youtube#anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow  #mikewagnermtbass #themikewagnershowmtbass 

 Ohio author/scribbler of fiction M.T. Bass talks about hislatest release “Racing The Dream-Fly Low, Fly Fast, Turn Left” as a racingthriller as a pilot battles 7 other top-level flyers at the very first NationalChampionship Air Races in Reno, Nevada! M.T. was born in Athens, OH later grewup in St. Louis and now living near Cleveland, graduated from Ohio WesleyanUniv. majoring in English and Philosophy, worked in the private sector inaerospace manufacturing, became a commercial pilot and later a flight instructorand the author of several novels including “My Brother's Keeper”, “Crossroads”,“Somethin' for Nothin'”, “Murder by Munchhausen”, “Article 15” and more! Checkout the amazing M.T. Bass and his latest release on all major platforms and www.mtbassauthor.wordpress.com/today! #podmatch #mtbass #author #ohio #racingthedream #avaiation #airplanes#pilot #flyer #airrace #nationalchampionship #reno #aerospace #commercialpilot#flightinstructor #spreaker #iheartradio #spotify #applemusic #youtube#anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow  #mikewagnermtbass #themikewagnershowmtbass Ohio author/scribbler of fiction M.T. Bass talks about hislatest release “Racing The Dream-Fly Low, Fly Fast, Turn Left” as a racingthriller as a pilot battles 7 other top-level flyers at the very first NationalChampionship Air Races in Reno, Nevada! M.T. was born in Athens, OH later grewup in St. Louis and now living near Cleveland, graduated from Ohio WesleyanUniv. majoring in English and Philosophy, worked in the private sector inaerospace manufacturing, became a commercial pilot and later a flight instructorand the author of several novels including “My Brother's Keeper”, “Crossroads”,“Somethin' for Nothin'”, “Murder by Munchhausen”, “Article 15” and more! Checkout the amazing M.T. Bass and his latest release on all major platforms and hmtbaswww.author.wordpress.comtoday! #podmatch #mtbass #author #ohio #racingthedream #avaiation #airplanes#pilot #flyer #airrace #nationalchampionship #reno #aerospace #commercialpilot#flightinstructor #spreaker #iheartradio #spotify #applemusic #youtube#anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow  #mikewagnermtbass #themikewagnershowmtbass

Ohio author/scribbler of fiction M.T. Bass talks about his latest release “Racing The Dream-Fly Low, Fly Fast, Turn Left” as a racing thriller as a pilot battles 7 other top-level flyers at the very first National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada! M.T. was born in Athens, OH later grew up in St. Louis and now living near Cleveland, graduated from Ohio Wesleyan Univ. majoring in English and Philosophy, worked in the private sector in aerospace manufacturing, became a commercial pilot and later a flight instructor and the author of several novels including “My Brother's Keeper”, “Crossroads”, “Somethin' for Nothin'”, “Murder by Munchhausen”, “Article 15” and more! Check out the amazing M.T. Bass and his latest release on all major platforms and www.mtbassauthor.wordpress.com/ today! #podmatch #mtbass #author #ohio #racingthedream #avaiation #airplanes #pilot #flyer #airrace #nationalchampionship #reno #aerospace #commercialpilot #flightinstructor #spreaker #iheartradio #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow  #mikewagnermtbass #themikewagnershowmtbass Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mike-wagner-show--3140147/support.

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Welcome back to Turn Left at the Cactus… your community podcast from San Felipe, Baja, Mexico.In today's episode we take a Fork-In-The-Road to sit down with Joe Pier… editor of The Breeze--That's the local magazine bringing stories, people, events, and references to businesses from around town--right to your hands! In our chat, Joe shares what it's like keeping a community magazine alive… and why San Felipe inspires so much creativity. But, it doesn't end there. Joe also discusses his remarkable life and career journey, beginning with his bi-cultural upbringing in Mexico City with American and Canadian parents. Joe recounts his early career influences, including working as a gopher for Associated Press at the 1968 Olympics, where he helped transmit the famous Black Power salute photo. His career progressed through Canadian television and Hollywood, leading to extensive world travel for projects like the Miss Universe pageant and Billy Graham crusades, and notable experiences such as interviewing Fidel Castro. Now retired in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico, Joe discusses launching his community magazine, The Breeze, as a creative outlet and expresses his love for the town's peaceful lifestyle, offering advice for others considering moving there.This is a great episode to discover why San Felipefeels like home to this camera-wielding storyteller and what makes it the perfect setting for his golden years. Enjoy!If you are loving learning more about the many voices, organizations, and events that help create the San Felipe community, please LIKE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE on Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, or your favorite podcast host. This helps people find us.  And, if you really want to give boost the show, please drop us a “propina” at: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus⁠.  And, don't forget to share us with your friends!Thanks for listening!Cal Whedbee: Producer/Post-Production Editor/Co-Host Tricia Sikes: Co-Host/Music ProducerLinda Wiggins: Co-Host/Researcher[The views expressed by our guests may not always be our own. Nevertheless, we are open to all views, beliefs, and opinions for the simple reason that ALL views are what ultimately make up or community.]Music by Krasnoshchok at Pixabay.#TurnLeftAtTheCactus#ForkInTheRoad#SanFelipeBaja#BajaLife#SanFelipeCommunity#BajaCaliforniaMexico#SanFelipePodcast#BajaPodcast#BajaBound#SFBreezeMagazine 

El programa de radio "Cactus Connections" parte de Turn Left at the Cactus Podcast, presenta una variedad de eventos próximos en San Felipe de septiembre a noviembre de 2025. Los anfitriones, Cal y Wigs, destacan celebraciones de cumpleaños, eventos de maridaje de cerveza y comida, espectáculos de autos, festivales de comida como la Paella y el Camarón, así como carreras todoterreno y festivales de música. También entrevistan a Cara Curfew, organizadora de la "Duck Hunt Project", un juego comunitario de búsqueda de patos escondidos en restaurantes locales para apoyar a los negocios de verano. El episodio concluye con un agradecimiento a los oyentes y una promoción de la nueva temporada del podcast.#TurnLeftAtTheCactus#CactusConnection#SanFelipeBaja#SanFelipeEvents#BajaLife#SanFelipeCommunity#BajaCaliforniaMexico#ThingsToDoSanFelipe#SanFelipePodcast#BajaBound#SanFelipeBrewing#SFBluesArtsFestival#SFShrimpFestival#SFDuckHunt

"Cactus Connections"--an off-shoot of Turn Left at the Cactus-- is a lively podcast providing an overview of upcoming events in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico for the fall of 2025. Hosted by Cal and Wigs, the show humorously attempts to detail a packed calendar, including Cow Patty Richard's 86th birthday party, a beer and food pairing by GastroLabs and San Felipe Brewing Company, the Mustangs on the Beach car show, and the 14th annual Paella Festival. Listeners can also anticipate the Pete's Camp Poker Run, the Norra 500 off-road race, a Volkswagen car show,the Blues and Arts Festival, and the Wags and Witches Halloween party. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to an interview with Cara Curfew, organizer of the "Summer Survivor Duck Hunt", a community-building game benefiting local restaurants, culminating in a party at Pete's Camp. The hosts conclude by talking about the annual Shrimp Festival and the San Felipe Song Writers by the Sea Festival, alongside a rumor of a new local brewery, all while welcoming back "snowbirds" for the season.#TurnLeftAtTheCactus#CactusConnection#SanFelipeBaja#SanFelipeEvents#BajaLife#SanFelipeCommunity#BajaCaliforniaMexico#ThingsToDoSanFelipe#SanFelipePodcast#BajaBound

Show Notes:Welcome back to Turn Left at the Cactus, the podcast where we explore life, culture, and community in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico.Today's guest is someone who truly embodies the spirit of this town — Jackie Kamasho. Jackie was born just up the road in Mexicali but has lived her entire life here in San Felipe. A proud mother of three and a grandmother, Jackie has roots that run deep through this community.She's worn many hats over the years — teacher, cultural coordinator, postal worker, even a brewery employee — all while raising her family and earning a degree in communications from UABC. Her story is one of resilience, joy, and heart.What makes Jackie's story especially compelling for our expat and snowbird listeners is the perspective she offers — someone who has seen San Felipe grow from a small fishing village to a bustling blend of locals and foreigners. Jackie talks openly about the challenges of raising children with specialneeds, renovating a home downtown, and the deep gratitude she feels toward the foreign community that she says has "helped increase our quality of life."She's insightful, funny, and completely unfiltered. Whether you've just arrived in San Felipe or have been wintering here for years, Jackie's stories — from fish taco favorites to advice on blending into Mexican culture — are full of warmth and wisdom.Stick around — you don't want to miss this conversation.Thanks for listening!Cal Whedbee/Producer & Co-HostTricia Sikes/Co-Host & Thematic Music Coordinator Linda Wiggins & Marnie Ross/Research & HWN (Help Where Needed)Support this podcast with a propina: https://www.ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus

Notas del EpisodioBienvenidos de nuevo a Turn Left at the Cactus, el podcast donde exploramos la vida, la cultura y la comunidad de San Felipe, Baja California. Hoy nos acompaña una invitada muy especial: Jackie Kamasho. Aunque nació en Mexicali —porque San Felipe no tenía instalaciones para cesáreas, y aún no las tiene— Jackie ha vivido toda su vida aquí, en este hermoso puerto. Es madre de tres hijos, abuela orgullosa, y una mujer con un fuerte arraigo en la comunidad.Con una trayectoria diversa, Jackie ha sido maestra, organizadora de eventos culturales, trabajadora postal y más — todo mientras estudiaba y criaba a su familia. Es la primera mujer de su familia materna en obtener un título universitario, lo cual logró con gran esfuerzo y dedicación. Lo que hace que su historia resuene tanto con nuestra audiencia —especialmente con expatriados y snowbirds— es su mirada local y honesta sobre los cambios en San Felipe: desde sus días tranquilos hasta los desafíos del crecimiento poblacional, el turismo, y la integración cultural. Jackie también comparte momentos personales muy profundos, como el cuidado de sus hijos con necesidades especiales y su agradecimiento sincero hacia la comunidad extranjera que ha brindado apoyo constante. Es directa, divertida y sumamente real. Si vives en San Felipe o solo vienes cada invierno, esta conversación te va a inspirar, informar… y quizás hacertereír.¡No te la pierdas!Si estas disfrutando de este podcast, por favor dale un LIKE y subscribete en Spotify, Apple, o Google. Y si puedes, dejanos una propina en ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus. Gracias por escucharnos!Calyn Whedbee/Productora y CopresentadoraTricia Sikes/CopresentadoraLinda Wiggins/CopresentadoraMarnie Ross/Copresentadora

Voices for the Voiceless: The Ensenada Dog Rescue Crisis(*Heads up Amigos: Yeah, we know the phone audio is a little rough this time. Blame it on wi-fi connections, spotty service, barking dogs, or Mercury in retrograde. ;-) Either way, we cleaned it up the best we could and the convo is just too good to miss! Thanks for sticking with us!)This podcast episode of "Turn Left at the Cactus" features an interview with Carol Dougherty from the San Felipe Dog Rescue, focusing on a severe dog hoarding situation in Ensenada, Mexico. Dougherty details the discovery of 300 neglected dogs in unsanitary conditions, a recurrence of a 2023 incident involving 400 dogs at the same location. She discusses the challenges of rescuing and rehabilitating these sick animals, the urgent need for donations to cover medical expenses and supplies like bleach and pools, and the efforts of her overwhelmed staff and other organizations. The episode underscores the broader issue of street dogs in Mexico and calls for community support through volunteering, fostering, and donations to aid in the ongoing rescue efforts.Information about the San Felipe Dog Rescue:The SFDR is funded entirely by public donations. Their website: https://sanfelipedogrescue.orgTheir email: info@sanfelipedogrescue.orgPhone: +1-209-770-0342Needed: Dry dog food, canned dog food, dog biscuits, milk replacer for puppies, Doxycycline, Bravecto, Nexguard, Frontline, blue plastic wading pools, dog collars and leashes, raised dog beds, dog toys, blankets, bleach, lysol spray, laundry soap, dog dishes, 1 gallon plastic pails, garden hoses and nozzles, 55 gal. polypropylene drums. Items can be brought down in person (preferable) or sent: C/O SunRunner, PMB 1387, 237 Rockwood Ave, Calexico, Ca. 92232 (please allow for a duty charge and transport charge on our end).Volunteers Needed:Board PositionsPlaying and Socializing PuppiesDog WalkingHandyman General MaintenanceGrantwritingTransportation

IndyCar may have had the week off, but Speed Street is still reporting for duty covering all the latest news in the open wheel scene. Conor Daly and Chase Holden reflect on the television ratings for the Detroit race and the public response to Conor's critiques of the course layout. They also react to the news that Formula One will be directly competing with the 2026 running of the Indianapolis 500 by moving the Canadian Grand Prix to the same day. Conor expresses that the move from the FIA appears to be a blatant show of disrespect for the history of the 500, and feels motorsports fans are being cheated out of a celebrated tradition of the Greatest Day in Motorsports.Chip Ganassi Racing pilot Kyffin Simpson joins the show to discuss his recent first career top-five finish in Detroit and what his time has been like with the CGR team. Kyffin breaks down the pit strategy that helped bring him to the front of the pack and what he had to do to remain in the top five for the duration of the race. He also speaks on the steep learning curve and sheer amount of information he has been absorbing at CGR from having experienced teammates like Scott Dixon and Alex Palou. The guys chat about what areas Kyffin would like to improve in and what his goals are for the rest of the season. Kyffin also gives listeners some insight to who he is outside of the car, as he chats about island life and his love for water sports.

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Joining Ashley and Zac to cover the cosmos on this week's episode of “Jesuitical” is Guy Consolmagno, S.J., the director of the Vatican Observatory and author of the new book, A Jesuit's Guide to the Stars: Exploring Wonder, Beauty, and Science. A research astronomer, physicist and Jesuit brother, he has served at the Vatican Observatory since 1993, and in 2015 Pope Francis appointed him director. He is the author of God's Mechanics and co-author of Would You Baptize an Extraterrestrial? and Turn Left at Orion. Zac, Ashley and Brother Guy discuss:  - The relationship between science, theology and faith—how science points to God and God enables science - Brother Guy's passion for teaching science and inspiring “oh my God” moments in his students - Brother Guy's vocation story and the history of Jesuits making scientific advancements  In Signs of the Times, Zac and Ashley unpack Pope Francis' recent hospitalization for a respiratory infection, later confirmed as double pneumonia. As of Thursday, Feb. 20, he is stable, without fever and in good spirits.  Links for further reading:  A Jesuit's Guide to the Stars: Exploring Wonder, Beauty, and Science Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, ‘alert and responsive,' according to Italian PM Cardinals push back on rumors Pope Francis will resign while in hospital Three ways Pope Francis should fix the procedures for papal illness, death and elections You can follow us on X and on Instagram @jesuiticalshow.   You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/jesuitical.  Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America Media at americamagazine.org/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices