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Stephen Chavez got his eighteen-year-old daughter drunk and had sex with her two days after she moved across the country to live with him; she died by suicide five months later, and a Ventura County judge gave him one year in jail.SOURCES, LINKS, AND PRINT VERSION: https://weirddarkness.com/makayla-settlesLook for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://pod.link/1078714736*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.

 The Democratic party stands at a critical crossroads as a highly organized political machine successfully moves radical socialists from the streets into the halls of government. With a clean sweep in recent New York primaries, the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) have proven their pipeline is operational and highly effective, securing victories for polarizing figures like Aber Kawas and Mamdani-backed candidates. From controversial rhetoric surrounding 9/11 to explicit calls for dismantling capitalist systems, the ideological shift within the party is no longer confined to activist circles—it is actively shaping legislative futures, leaving establishment Republicans scrambling for answers and facing fierce criticism for their legislative inaction.Meanwhile, the cultural divide on the ground reaches a boiling point, highlighting a stark double standard in American public life. In California, citizens filming a First Amendment audit in MAGA hats are forced to rely on police safety numbers just to navigate a public space, illustrating the escalating hostility toward conservative symbols. Simultaneously, public outrage boils over in Ventura County after a judge hands down a shockingly lenient one-year sentence to a father in a tragic felony incest case, sparking a fierce debate over judicial accountability, elite leniency, and the perceived systemic failure to protect the nation's most vulnerable.Rounding out a chaotic look at "Peak 2026," the institutional push for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) faces another public relations nightmare after a high-profile corporate executive is caught on camera in a bizarre, viral act of vandalism during the Knicks parade. Combined with viral campus showdowns that leave immigration advocates speechless when confronted with baseline economic realities, the modern progressive narrative is fracturing under pressure. Tune in as we dissect a nation divided, institutional rot from the top down, and the relentless march of an aggressive new political era.

This week we're revisiting one of our favorite conversations from the Ojai Talk of the Town archives: an interview with the late George S. Stuart, one of Ojai's most remarkable artists and storytellers.For more than seventy years, Stuart devoted his life to bringing history's most influential personalities to life through his astonishingly detailed quarter-scale sculptures. From kings and queens to revolutionaries, explorers, presidents, and rogues, he created more than 400 historical figures that have been exhibited at institutions including the Smithsonian and the Museum of Ventura County. His work combined meticulous scholarship, artistic craftsmanship, and a deep fascination with the personalities who shaped the course of history. In this conversation, George shares the origins of his unusual career, his lifelong passion for history, the painstaking research behind his figures, and the stories of the famous — and infamous — characters who captured his imagination. People like George Danton, Madame Pompidou, Peter the Great and many, many more. Along the way, listeners get a glimpse of the wit, curiosity, and theatrical flair that made his historical presentations legendary throughout Ventura County and far beyond. George Stuart passed away recently at the age of 96, leaving behind an extraordinary artistic legacy and generations of admirers who learned history through his eyes. This episode serves as both a fascinating interview and a tribute to a singular Ojai treasure. We did not talk about silversmithing, Lake Baikal pinnipeds or the rise of the QAnon conspiracy. Join us as we remember the man who proved that history isn't just dates and facts — it's people. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_S._Stuart#OjaiTalkOfTheTown #GeorgeStuart #Ojai #History #Miniatures #MuseumOfVenturaCounty #HistoricalFigures #ArtAndHistory #PodcastArchive #OjaiQuarterly

Karen & Janet start off the podcast with Joe Parisi of Rate Mortgage. Joe tells us rates are steady but are guided by the volatile world events that are in the news.  The good news is Joe has new loan opportunities that utilize assets and equity. A must listen with Joe Parisi, never count yourself out, there are many home loan options!  Next guest is Denise from Paladin Insurance Services. Talk about good news, many home owners in Ventura County are getting off The Fair Plan for insurance.  Denise will analyze your insurance, check your deductibles and find a way for you to save money on insurance! Karen & Janet's final guest is, Track & Field Coach Alisa Byrne from Villanova High School. Coach Byrne is holding a series of Track & Field Clinics that coach Hurdles & Throws, Jumps & Distance, along with Cross Country and Sprints using the best coaches in the area. Track & Field is a sport for all students throughout Ventura County.  Find out about these clinics for students in Karen & Janet's latest podcast!

Driscoll's CEO says weather volatility, rising regulations, labor concerns, and water challenges continue shaping the future of California's specialty crop industry, even as consumer demand for berries remains strong. Driscoll's Chief Executive Officer Soren Bjorn recently joined AgNet News Hour to discuss the current berry season, the company's growth, and the challenges facing specialty crop growers throughout California and beyond. According to Bjorn, California's strawberry season has been unusual due to weather patterns that disrupted normal production schedules. An early heat wave followed by cooler and wetter conditions shifted harvest timing, creating supply challenges across key growing regions. “We had a way too many strawberries in March and April, and now we don't have enough,” Bjorn explained, noting that the timing of production has created market complications for growers and retailers. Driscoll's, a family-owned company approaching its 75th anniversary, works with approximately 1,000 growers worldwide and sells berries in roughly 65 countries. The company's business model centers on developing proprietary berry varieties, producing plants through its nursery system, and partnering with growers who produce the fruit. While strawberries remain the company's signature crop, Bjorn highlighted continued growth across the berry category, particularly blueberries. Consumer demand for fresh berries continues to rise as shoppers increasingly seek healthier food choices. “The whole category is really where consumers want to be,” Bjorn said. “It's healthy, it's convenient, and consumers today are making choices to live a healthier lifestyle.” Bjorn also addressed California's regulatory environment, describing it as one of the most significant challenges facing specialty crop producers. He emphasized that many specialty crops cannot simply relocate to other states because California's climate provides ideal growing conditions. “The best place in the world to grow strawberries is in California,” Bjorn said. “We can't move it somewhere else.” In addition to regulatory concerns, Bjorn pointed to labor, housing, and water availability as ongoing issues. While he noted improvements in the federal H-2A guest worker program, affordable farmworker housing remains difficult to develop, particularly in California's coastal production regions. Water management also varies dramatically by region. Bjorn explained that growers in Watsonville, Santa Maria, and Ventura County each face different water supply realities, requiring localized solutions to maintain long-term agricultural viability. The CEO also discussed organic production, noting that Driscoll's accounts for more than half of organic berry sales in North America. However, organic strawberries can cost 30 to 35 percent more to produce than conventional berries, creating economic challenges despite growing consumer demand. Bjorn said future success will depend on balancing sustainability goals with practical farming realities, particularly when it comes to crop protection tools and biological alternatives to traditional pesticides. He stressed that innovation must keep pace with regulatory changes to ensure growers remain profitable and productive. Beyond policy issues, Bjorn encouraged agriculture to do a better job telling its story to consumers and community leaders. He believes many misconceptions about farming can be addressed through education and direct engagement with the public. As California agriculture continues navigating regulatory, labor, and environmental pressures, Bjorn said maintaining profitable farms remains the ultimate priority. “There is nothing I'm more worried about in my job every day than making sure the growers we work with can be successful for another generation or two,” he said.

In this episode of Ventura County Works, leaders from the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County reflect on receiving the 2026 WIOA Trailblazer Award at the NAWB Forum and explore what it takes to build a high-performing workforce system. The conversation highlights the power of strategic planning, employer engagement, community partnerships, and human-centered design in helping job seekers and businesses thrive. Listeners will discover how workforce boards can serve as critical connectors between education, industry, and economic opportunity, while also addressing challenges like talent shortages, leadership development, housing, childcare, and the future impact of AI on the workforce. 

Elias Toma, business owner of new franchise, The Cookie Plug opening in Oxnard, Saturday, June 13, 2026Art & Rockelle of Rockelle's Bakery and 805 Community invite you to celebrate Pride Month at the Love is Love Oxnard Pride Market, Sunday, June 14, 2026Touring the newest exhibits at the Museum of Ventura County of with the Chief Programs Officer, LoriBeth Gregory-BeckLocal Events.

Karen & Janet open with Home Buying and Rental Opportunities throughout Ventura County.  Their first guest is Derek Contreras from Smart Home Mortgage. Derek talks about how world events and employment reports affect rates and how you can educate yourself to find the best opportunities for purchase in Ventura County.  Derek and his team work to find you the mortgage or refi that fits your needs.  Up next is Lori Beth Gregory Beck of The Museum of Ventura County, Lori highlights 2 big events at The Museum, "Parallel History" and "Patriotic Threads".  The Museum covers historical events throughout the county and has free admission for June. Listen in to find out what else is happening at the museum and in Ventura County with Karen & Janet! 

The challenges in agriculture are easy to name and experienced broadly. The opportunities are also there, and Sierra Pacific Farms is helping navigate successful farming for the longterm. The Southern California-based company began in 1988 and is a professional farm management firm that helps growers with a wide variety of areas, including grove management, development, harvesting, consulting and pest management. Hayden McIntyre and Allisen Carmichael head their northern division, and utilize Redox products in the farms they work with.Sierra Pacific specializes in citrus and avocados in high- value California agriculture. Ventura County farm ground exceeds $100,000 per acre, on average. Learn more about Sierra Pacific Farms at spfarminc.com.

There's a reason why they call California's Central Coast the American Riviera. It's natural beauty is breathtaking. But living in this paradise comes at a high price. The Central Coast is facing a workforce housing crisis. Join ARB's Brian Donovan for a conversation with Linda Braunschweiger, CEO of the Housing Trust Fund of Ventura County, Danielle Borja, President and CEO of the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Gagan Pawar, MD, MBA, CEO of Clinicas del Camino Real, for a conversation about the impact of the the workforce housing crisis on the wellbeing of our community.

Karen & her guest co-host Bob Ridgeway open the show with rental & home buying opportunities then they jump right in with their first guest, Alex Ramirez of Valor Home Loans where their passion is to make certain Veterans realize the benefits they have earned. The goal is to educate Veterans to understand the process, all that is available to them along with the guidance that Valor Home Loans provide, VA mortgages can be closed in just 30 days! Their next guest is Dr. Cesar Morales who has served as the Ventura County Supervisor of Schools since 2021. Dr. Morales talks about the 19 districts & 12 Charter Schools, the challenges to offer the best education while keeping the funding for all schools going. The social, educational, and recreational aspects of public schools is essential along with mobile libraries and after school programs.  The final guest for this podcast is Laura with Sonny Horses For Kids where programs help unite children with law enforcement, honors heroes, provides scholarships and feeds children and families in Ventura County, learn about the event coming up For The First Wednesday in June!. Another awesome podcast from Girls On The Air! 

In this episode of The Talk Spot, we interview Karen Sher and discuss her candidacy for Ventura County Superintendent of Schools. To follow Karen's campaign, please go to https://www.facebook.com/karensher To visit our website: https://ucaststudios.com/ To visit other podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/u-cast-studios/id1448223064 To visit our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/u-cast-studios Song: "Orion Canyon" By Insect Surfers

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 1 (5.20) It’s the Wednesday before Memorial Day weekend and people are already starting to get out of town. But many plans have changed because of the wildfires in Simi Valley and Ventura County. Is it air purifier season? And it’s the last Memorial Day to hang out at Primm before the resort closes forever! Are you going to the beach for Memorial Day weekend? If so, for heaven’s sake do not pick Santa Monica, because the area around Santa Monica Pier ranks No. 1 as the dirtiest beach in California. If you live in Rancho Palos Verdes, it’s a nightmare to undergo home renovations because you’re at the mercy of overly restrictive regulations. Approvals are often costly and unnecessary, and many homeowners just give up. And if they draw attention to it, they may face repercussions from the Palos Verdes Home Association & Art Jury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fortitude is very much a necessary part of the toolkit for successful farming. Those at Kimball Ranches- El Hogar know that as well as any.  One of California's most devastating natural disasters, the 2017 Thomas Fire wreaked havoc to their and many other farms in their region. “You could be called crazy for being in partnership with Mother Nature, because as a farmer there are so many things outside of your control,” said Rachael Laenen, Director of Farming and Operations at Kimball Ranches in Ventura County, California. “But it just means  that actually you can really focus on the things that are in your control and do better every day.”This persevering attitude has led to a successful recovery and retooling of their operation, including their crop nutrition.“We were really lucky to come across Redox,” she said. “They have fundamentally changed the way we farm here.”Laenen said Rx Platinum™ has been a crucial part of their young tree establishment program, while Mainstay® Calcium and diKaP have provided major benefits to their older trees. Laenen is the first female chair of the California Avocado Commission's Board of Directors. She and her father, Gordon, carry on the family farming legacy. Find out more about Kimball Ranches- El Hogar, including their retail sales, at https://www.kimballavocados.com.

From the Governor of California to the Mayor of Pensacola and Senate seats in Massachusetts, Ohio and beyond, socialist candidates and ideas are gaining momentum across the country. They're talking about common-sense ideas that resonate with everyday people - things like public seizure of the 100 biggest corporations, abolishing the Supreme court, reparations for Black Americans, slashing the Pentagon budget, abolishing ICE, expanding housing, public transit and access to medical care and much more.The popularity of socialist candidates and ideas is a reflection of the multiple crises of capitalism that get worse every day. As people can't afford the basics for survival like food, transportation and shelter, it's clear that the money is there - but capitalist governments prioritize spending it on war, terrorizing communities with immigration raids and bailing out giant corporations.Also on this episode, we discuss the baseless early-morning raids that happened last week targeting organizers with the immigrant rights group VC Defensa in Ventura County, CA. Listen to our 2025 interview with two VC Defensa organizers: https://covertactionmagazine.com/2025/07/30/covertaction-bulletin-ventura-county-organizes-against-ice/Support the show

Crews fighting Ventura County's Sandy Fire get some help from the weather. Homelessness is down in Orange County. The feds say people on Skid Row have been paid to register to vote, and that why California should hand over its voter rolls. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

A security guard at an Islamic center in San Diego is being hailed as a hero after stopping a mosque shooting, potentially preventing further harm. Authorities say the guard’s quick actions helped protect worshippers, as the incident raises fresh concerns about security at places of worship. A fast-moving wildfire known as the Sandy Fire is burning in Ventura County near Simi Valley, scorching more than 1,300 acres and forcing widespread evacuations. At least one home has been destroyed, and more than 17,000 residents were ordered to evacuate as crews battle the wind-driven blaze. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A security guard at an Islamic center in San Diego is being hailed as a hero after stopping a mosque shooting, potentially preventing further harm. Authorities say the guard’s quick actions helped protect worshippers, as the incident raises fresh concerns about security at places of worship. A fast-moving wildfire known as the Sandy Fire is burning in Ventura County near Simi Valley, scorching more than 1,300 acres and forcing widespread evacuations. At least one home has been destroyed, and more than 17,000 residents were ordered to evacuate as crews battle the wind-driven blaze. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wildfires have become one of the more common natural hazard disasters that can impact people where they live and work. In this podcast we learn about general Firewise solutions to protect homes and then a line of cost effective products that can help keep fire from entering your home. Nicholai Allen is the founder of SAFE SOSS and an active wildland firefighter (FFT1, FFT2, Engine Boss Trainee) in his third year fighting catastrophic fires.  After the 2018 Woolsey Fire threatened his family in Ventura County, California, Nicholai spent four years developing a three-step ember defense system addressing the actual cause of 90% of wildfire home loss from wind-borne embers.  His patent-pending products launched exclusively through 50 Lowe's stores at $30-$40 each. His mission is to prevent loss of life through honest education and science-based defense that prioritizes evacuation over property. Nicholai represents authenticity, preparedness, and life-first protection.Please visit our sponsors!L3Harris Technologies' BeOn PPT App. Learn more about this amazing product here: www.l3harris.com Visit The Readiness Lab and learn about our Next Level Emergency Management training! https://www.thereadinesslab.com/Impulse: Bleeding Control Kits by professionals for professionals: www.dobermanemg.com/impulseDoberman Emergency Management Group provides subject matter experts in planning and training: www.dobermanemg.comCheck out how you can use digital twins in your training, exercising, and planning using RSET https://rset.com/ For sponsorship requests, check out our Sponsorship Portfolio here or email us at contact@thereadinesslab.com

Karen & Janet's special guest for the podcast is  Linda Braunschwieger. Linda served as the founding CEO of the Housing Trust Fund Ventura County. (HTFVC) In her role, she helped orchestrate the formation of HTFVC, raised over 8M in public, private and charitable funds, and produced 11M in short term loans of which a majority has already been repaid, producing 720 new workforce affordable housing units. She was selected by Pacific Coast Business Times as one of the top 50 Women in Business in Ventura. This podcast will cover all of this achievements and more with Karen Janet & Linda Braunschwieger!

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 2 (5.6) There was a huge drug bust last night and this morning in LA’s MacArthur Park. The LAPD and DEA swooped in and arrested 18 drug traffickers who were stationed at shops around the park. There were also federal operations taking place across LA, with many arrested and 19 kilos of fentanyl seized. That’s enough to wipe out California! What does Mayor Karen Bass think of all this? Remember there was that big fire in DTLA underneath the 10 Freeway when Karen Bass became mayor, and we thought it was going to collapse? Timmy is a big supporter of first responders, however, he does find the closure of freeways to be extremely annoying. A long-abandoned house that burned down in Valley Glen in 2024 is now a hotbed of homeless squatters and rodents. That would NEVER happen in Burbank, and locals are up in arms. Could this be a wrap for LeBron James with the LA Lakers? Last night, the Lakers lost to Oklahoma City Thunder by 18 points. Tomato fraud? Apparently, the San Marzano variant is under protected status, and the cans are being mislabeled to swindle the public. There's a food drive in Oxnard, Ventura County because people are doing it tough and many don’t have enough money to feed their families. This is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, in the most affluent area, yet people are starving. Make it make sense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the Glory KC is back with the 178th episode of the show!Before we get to the podcast, the KC Soccer Journal is having a free event at the Indian Creek Library in Olathe. Tickets are free and you can get them here!Sporting Kansas City showed signs of life this past weekend. After dropping six straight results and falling to a .500 team historically for the first time in years, they surprised everyone and battled back for a draw against the Seattle Sounders. It's a sliver of the progress we've all been waiting for this season after a string of very bad results.There was lots to like but also lots to still improve on in the game. One of the biggest changes was Stefan Cleveland at goalkeeper, a job he'll apparently have for the foreseeable future. Sheena and I weigh in on Cleveland and what was differ and Sheena copes with John Pulskamp heading to the bench.We also talk through the other moments from the game, including other changes, Dejan Joveljic's clutch goal, Shapi Suleymanov's performance and more. We also chime in on the retirements of Kei Kamara and Krisztian Nemeth as well as some good news for former Sporting KC Homegrown, Gianluca Busio.The KC Current did one better and went ahead and won their game over the North Carolina Courage. It was an uneven performance against a team on short rest but there were a lot of 2026 firsts. It was the first time the KC Current didn't allow the first goal. And more importantly, it was their first road win of the season.In the Digital Crawl, we hit on a few more topics, including:SKC II resultsLas Vegas trying to steal the Vancouver Whitecaps (#SaveTheCaps)MLS Next Pro may be relocating and rebranding teamsUSL and the USLPA may have found labor peaceHere is a rundown of sections and start times:Intro & a Free Library KC Soccer Journal event - 0:00Sporting KC - 6:45KC Current - 45:10Digital Crawl - 58:27Upcoming GamesSKC II vs. Ventura County, WED, May 6th at 7:00PM CSTSporting KC @ Portland Timbers, SAT, May 9th at 9:30PMKC Current vs. Chicago Stars, SUN, May 10th at 11:30AM (Mother's Day)SKC II @ Rapids 2, SUN, May 10th at 7:00PMAs a special gift to For the Glory KC listeners and KC Soccer Journal readers, Backheeled.com is giving away 30 days of their amazing, independent American soccer coverage for free. If you decide you want to turn that into a paid membership, they'll give you 10 percent off too. Just follow this link!Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron. 

Karen & Janet celebrate their 600th Show with topics from rental and homeownership opportunities to mortgage rates and financing opportunities   Their first guests are Derek Contreras and Larry Reyes from Smart Home Mortgage. They have the expertise and experience to lock in the best rate for you quickly, plus since they are mortgage brokers that work with numerous lenders to give you the most options, they also have access to the best local appraisers who know the community. Larry and Derek give every client their cell phone numbers so you can call direct… anytime!  Suzzie Koenig-Brown of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services is the next guest. Suzzie says that sellers and buyers both have incredible opportunities in this market with equity increasing 3% each year. Ventura County is a unique market compared to others around the country with beach and hillside access, beautiful weather and safe neighborhoods.  Suzzie also has new educational seminars that are free, listen to this podcast for everything you need to know. They close out the show with Marcie Yountz inviting you to First Wednesday benefitting 805 Community For Children. The party is May 6th at The Greek at The Harbor.  This fundraiser benefits kids in the community with birthday parties, sports needs, hobbies and  everything that all children should have in their lives along with basic needs. Another great podcast Number 600 for Karen & Janet!

Britney Spears is out of rehab and back in the headlines after being charged in California with misdemeanor DUI following an alleged erratic driving incident in Ventura County. Emily Blunt is facing fierce backlash after fans blasted her as “tone-deaf” for telling unhappy workers to quit jobs they hate — even if it means making no money. And Goldie Hawn is offering a rare dose of romance, sharing that the secret to her 43-year love story with Kurt Russell is simple: give each other freedom, put family first, and never try to control one another. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com My novel, It Started With A Whisper, is available now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Healing artist, Ana Lugo of Raising Mami Alchemy invites you to her wellness summit, Rooted May 3, 2026Julio Alcala invites Ventura County students to participate in From Heartbreak, To Healing, To Hope Art Contest.

This episode of Girl's On The Air features Janet & her special co-host Bob Ridgeway for a full hour of information on 1031 Exchange Programs with Marc Brooks of Prime West Exchange along with Adam Casillas who invites everyone to The West Coast Outdoors & Sport Fishing Expo at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on May 1 to May 3rd.  Janet & Bob start this podcast with beautiful rentals available in Ventura County right now, along with a big announcement from Bob!  Their first guest is Marc Brooks of Prime West, your 1031 Exchange Expert. Learn the essentials of a 1031 exchange from Marc who has 3 decades of experience in a field that offers incredible opportunity for investors, Marc's Escrow Experience Administering 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges is unparalleled! Next up it's Adam Casillas inviting the whole family to The West Coast Outdoors & Sport Fishing Expo, Friday Saturday and Sunday May 1st to the 3rd. Featuring over 250 local & national vendors from fresh water to salt water fishing... there is gear for everyone, lots of information, plus a live fishing pond for the kids!  What a podcast! Janet & her special co-host Bob Ridgeway.

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Tune in to explore how advanced manufacturing is evolving into one of the most dynamic and opportunity-rich industries in Ventura County. In this episode of Ventura County Works, host and Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, Rebecca Evans, sits down with Sarah Christopher Falk of Scientific Cutting Tools, Inc. to break down what modern manufacturing really looks like today—driven by technology, precision, and highly skilled talent. Together, they unpack the workforce challenges employers are facing, the in-demand skills shaping the future, and how partnerships between industry, education, and workforce organizations can help close the gap. Whether you're a job seeker curious about careers in manufacturing or an employer looking to strengthen your team, this conversation offers practical insights and a fresh perspective on an industry that continues to power innovation and economic growth.

Lawrence Yee has spent more than three decades working at the intersection of agriculture, water, and the complex systems that sustain both. His résumé runs deep —U niversity of California Cooperative Extension, founder of the Hansen Agricultural Research and Education Center, advisor on national food initiatives, and a decade shaping water policy at the regional level in California.But if you want to understand his work, you don't start in a boardroom. You start on a Sunday morning in Ojai.Because that's where the theory meets the table.In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, Yee joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on what we misunderstand about our food system, why “local” is more than a lifestyle choice, and how water — California's most contested resource—is managed in ways that rarely make headlines but shape everything downstream.We talk about the promise (and limits) of sustainable agriculture, the hard tradeoffs between environmental priorities and working farms, and the deeper question beneath it all: can we design systems that actually work — for farmers, for communities, and for the land itself?Along the way, Yee reflects on lessons from his work with visionary organizational thinker Dee Hock, his experience helping rebuild agricultural systems in Colombia as a Fulbright Specialist, and the long arc of Ventura County agriculture — what it's gotten right, and what may be at risk.It's a conversation that moves easily between the global and the local, the abstract and the tangible. And it lands, fittingly, right back where it started: at the farmers market, where all the big ideas have to prove themselves in the simplest way possible.Can you grow it?Can you sell it?Can people eat it — and thrive?(Note: We did not talk about Amur tigers, echolocation or billionaire bunkers.)

California vows to fight Trump on his new mail-in ballot restrictions. New data about ICE arrests in LA contradict what the feds are saying about 'the worst of the worst.' Homelessness continues to drop in Ventura County. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Tune in for a conversation with Celia Daniels, Founder and CEO of Rebekon Consulting, about the evolving healthcare workforce and the many opportunities within one of Ventura County's most vital industries. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in healthcare and life sciences, Celia shares insights on the growing demand for talent, why compassion and people skills remain essential in healthcare roles, and how careers in the field extend far beyond traditional clinical paths. The conversation explores workforce challenges facing employers, strategies for recruiting and retaining talent, and the importance of partnerships between employers, educators, and workforce organizations to create pathways into meaningful healthcare careers. Celia also reflects on the importance of health equity and reminds us that at its core, healthcare is human care. 

Jim Michaelian, a man synonymous with the Long Beach Grand Prix, died Saturday at the age of 83. A teen girl was rushed to the hospital on Friday after being bitten by a rattlesnake in Thousand Oaks, the second such case in about a week in Ventura County. LAist baseball experts preview the Dodgers season ahead of their first game Thursday. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

Karen & Janet kick off this podcast with buying & rental opportunities in Ventura County, inventory is high, there are many beautiful neighborhoods for you to call home.  Their first guest is Alex Ramirez of Valor Home Loans.  While negative news might be on many minds, there are numerous programs for Veterans that are available now. Alex and his team has the experience and knowledge to place you in the home ownership situation that will fit you best.  You served in the military take advantage of your benefits!  Karen & Janet wrap up the podcast with Lisa and Bill from Safe Travels RV Services.  Most RV's are used seasonally making it a priority for you to check your RV's systems before traveling.  They look at Water and AC systems, tires, generators, propane, solar and your RV hookups too! Ensure your safety and enjoyment with your next RV adventure!

Karen & Janet invite Rob Leatherwood on the podcast for the entire hour, he will discuss insurance issues, housing affordability his role as government affairs director is to promote home ownership, private property rights and ethical business practice.  His focus is to try to increase housing availability, affordability and making sure housing providers act in an ethical and upstanding fashion.  Mr. Leatherwood appears at council meetings and at community councils.  He will discus many programs that are available in the City of Ventura.  This podcast will provide information for the "Mom & Pop" landowners who act as landlords to help them stay in compliance.  Another essential podcast for home owners and housing providers with Karen & Janet!

Topics- International Women's Day is celebrated!- UCONN Huskies women's team goes undefeated - again!- Lou Holtz passes away at 89- 11yr old cheerleader and Mom found dead in Vegas hotel rm- Britney Spears arrested in Ventura County for DUI- Squatty Potty founder arrested for child porn and content- Trump fires Kristi Noem for deportation ads for 220M!- Bishop Shaleta of El Cajon arrested for embezzlement while boarding a flight out of the Country (with $9,000!)- San Diego Central Jets win 3rd straight state championship- Raiders trade Geno Smith to NY Jets for draft picks- Stephon Diggs loses Cardi B and his Patriots contract- Stephen Hawking is found in Epstein files with pics and videos- Bill & Hillary testify before congress about Epstein files- L.A. Marathon has closest finish ever - 0.18 of a second!- Alexander brothers found guilty on all charges in NY. Now, they face more charges for sexual assault and rape in Miami

This Podcast features guest co-host Bob Ridgeway, a broker agent, who starts the show with Karen and discusses rates, available homes in Ventura County and the overall feeling among both buyers and sellers in the area.  Their first guest is Joe Parisi of Rate Mortgage who unpacks this weeks news including oil prices, war, inflation and unemployment, explaining how these world events affect rates and the housing market. Joe gives great advice and a lot of hope to buyers in the market.  The podcast shifts to the arts with Beverly & Kirby Ward, they present a Summer Festival that features new play writes throughout the country at The New Arts Theater in Ventura.  An actors audition is scheduled for April 3rd at NAMBA, listen to their conversation for the details.  Karen & Bob's last guest is Janice Aharon-Ezer, her 5013c "BraveHart" has a golf tournament scheduled that aims at providing information and care for those who have suffered a heart attack. Funds have been used to teach life saving techniques along with equipment used in local hospitals.  Another Awesome podcast that informs and entertains!

In Episode 231 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu joins Fox Sports Radio KVTA 1590 in Ventura, California for an in-studio conversation with host Spence and guest host Spencer Noren.The discussion centers around the Eat Sleep Teep Semi-Contact Muay Thai event, a local amateur competition designed to introduce kids, teens, and adults to Muay Thai in a safe and structured environment.During the interview, Jonathan explains how Muay Thai differs from other martial arts, why the sport is growing across the Central Coast, and how events like Eat Sleep Teep help develop future athletes while staying family-friendly and accessible to beginners.Topics covered in this radio segment include:What Muay Thai actually is and how it developed historicallyWhy Muay Thai is one of the most effective martial arts for self-defense and disciplineHow Eat Sleep Teep events help build the next generation of fightersThe benefits of Muay Thai training for kids, adults, and beginnersWhy most students train for personal growth rather than competitionJonathan's experience officiating professional Muay Thai events across the United StatesThe role of local gyms and community events in growing combat sportsThe conversation also touches on Jonathan's roots in Ventura County, the local martial arts community, and how Muay Thai programs are helping young people develop discipline, confidence, and physical fitness.If you're curious about Muay Thai, amateur competition, or the growing combat sports scene on California's Central Coast, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the sport is developing at the local level.Support the showLeave a message or text us 24/7/365!+1-805-456-3316

The U.S. Senate passed a bill authorizing President Trump to award the Medal of Honor to retired Marine Maj. James Capers Jr., who saved his reconnaissance team during a brutal 1967 Vietnam ambush despite severe gunshot and shrapnel wounds. Capers — a trailblazing Recon Marine and Silver Star recipient — has long been championed by veterans who say his valor was overlooked for decades, and the bill now awaits the president’s approval. Supporters of a California ballot initiative to require voter ID say they’ve submitted 1.3 million signatures, enough to potentially place the measure before voters in November; the proposal would mandate government‑issued ID, verify citizenship of registered voters, and tighten voter‑roll accuracy. Opponents argue voter fraud is exceedingly rare and warn the measure would disproportionately disenfranchise low‑income residents, seniors, people with disabilities, and women whose IDs don’t match voter records. Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County on Wednesday night for DUI, after CHP officers pulled her over in Westlake Village, took her to a hospital for a blood draw, and then booked and released her early Thursday morning. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Senate passed a bill authorizing President Trump to award the Medal of Honor to retired Marine Maj. James Capers Jr., who saved his reconnaissance team during a brutal 1967 Vietnam ambush despite severe gunshot and shrapnel wounds. Capers — a trailblazing Recon Marine and Silver Star recipient — has long been championed by veterans who say his valor was overlooked for decades, and the bill now awaits the president’s approval. Supporters of a California ballot initiative to require voter ID say they’ve submitted 1.3 million signatures, enough to potentially place the measure before voters in November; the proposal would mandate government‑issued ID, verify citizenship of registered voters, and tighten voter‑roll accuracy. Opponents argue voter fraud is exceedingly rare and warn the measure would disproportionately disenfranchise low‑income residents, seniors, people with disabilities, and women whose IDs don’t match voter records. Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County on Wednesday night for DUI, after CHP officers pulled her over in Westlake Village, took her to a hospital for a blood draw, and then booked and released her early Thursday morning. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In November 1958, Frank Duncan's pregnant wife, Olga Kupczyk, disappeared without a trace from their Santa Barbara home after enduring months of abusive treatment from her mother-in-law. A short time later, Frank's marriage was inexplicably annulled after his mother, posing as Olga, showed up at the local courthouse with a man she'd hired to pose as her son, Frank. One month later, in mid-December, investigators in the small coastal town of Carpinteria, California, were directed to the location of Olga's body in a shallow grave, after one of her killers confessed to kidnapping and murdering her the previous month. The arrest of Augustine Baldonado and his accomplice, Luis Moya, solved the mystery of what happened to Olga, but when it came to the motive for the murder, the truth was more shocking than anyone had expected. References Associated Press. 1959. "Mrs. Duncan shouts 'liar' at friend in court." Modesto Bee, March 1: 2. Blake, Gene. 1958. "Body of missing bride unearthed." Los Angeles Times, December 22: 1. —. 1959. "Find Mrs. Duncan guilty of murder." Los Angeles Times, March 17: 1. —. 1959. "Mrs. Duncan held sane, faces death." Los Angeles Times, March 25: 1. —. 1959. "Mrs. Duncan tried to hire her to kill, carhop says." Los Angeles Times, February 25: 2. —. 1959. "Mrs. Duncan's son weeps when death story is told." Los Angeles Times, February 27: 2. Hertel, Howard, and Paul Weeks. 1962. "Mrs. Duncan dies with 2 conspirators." Los Angeles Times, August 9: 1. Holt, Bob. 1959. "Frank Duncan in court outburst as D.A. Gustafson questions mother." Ventura County Star, March 5: 1. —. 1959. "Jury out 4 hours, 51 min. debating fateful verdict in murder-for-hire case." Ventura County Star, March 17: 1. —. 1959. "Mrs. Duncan testifies in own defense; admits 'plot' to break up marriage." Ventura County Star, March 4: 1. Larkin, Deborah Holt. 2022. A Lovely Girl: The Tragedy of Olga Duncan and the Trial of One of California's Most Notorious Killers. New York, NY: Simon and Schuster. Los Angeles Times. 1958. "Body of missing wife pointed out." Los Angeles Times, December 22: 1. Martinez, Arlene. 2013. "Love, scandal and murder: Ventura County case drew national attention." Ventura County Star, June 30: 2013. Renner, Joan. 2013. "Mother-in-law knows murdwer: The tragic death of Olga Kupczyk." Los Angeles Magazine, June 17. The People of California v. Elizabeth Ann Duncan. 1960. 6490 (California Appeals Court, March 11). Ventura County Star. 1958. "Grand jury set for murder case." Ventura County Star, December 23: 1. Welsh, Nick. 2022. Elizabeth Duncan: The Last Woman Executed in California. October 13. Accessed November 11, 2025. https://www.independent.com/2022/10/12/elizabeth-duncan-last-woman-executed-california-history/. Williams, Brad. 1958. "Mother-in-law in jail on charge of fake annulment." Los Angeles Times, December 16: 1. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Britney Spears has been arrested in Ventura County -- what we know. Why experts say it's going to take a while to uncover details about the federal raid into LAUSD superintendent Alberto Carvalho. A new Oscar nominated short documentary captures the bedrooms of school shooting victims. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County for DUI Wednesday night, booked around 3 AM, and released hours later amid ongoing legal drama and past run-ins with the law. Nicki Minaj's sister and Stefon Diggs' mom showed up at Cardi B's Houston tour stop despite lingering feud tensions and Cardi's recent split from Diggs. Plus. Savannah Guthrie returned to the ‘TODAY' studio to thank colleagues while remaining focused on efforts to find her kidnapped mother, as authorities pursue leads and rewards climb to $1.1 million. Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1980, two unidentified women were found murdered in California, one in Ventura County and the other in Kern County. For decades, they were known only as Jane Does, their names and stories erased by time. Their killer, Wilson Chouest, was identified years ago, but the identities of his victims remained a mystery.Now, through advances in forensic genealogy and relentless investigative work, both women have finally been identified, restoring their names after more than 40 years. In this episode, I revisited a chapter from the earliest days of The Book of the Dead, examine how Chouest was linked to the crimes, and explore how modern DNA technology is rewriting the endings of cold cases once thought unsolvable.This is a story of delayed justice, the power of identification, and why names matter.Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a promo for Murder UnscriptedVeteran true-crime producer, Ed (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files, City Confidential) and his crime encyclopedia gal pal, Melissa, bring you the most immersive podcast in the genre - breaking down the barrier between fan and creator.Listen HereCramer, M. (2022, April 10). Official describes brutal injuries to Colleen Ritzer. BostonGlobe.com. Retrieved November 20, 2022, from https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2015/11/30/philip-chism-murder-trial-resumes/zwhZsJ0PUd0olRg3vA9QZK/story.html (Original work published 2015)Crime, P. C. (2022, April 24). Who Is the Ventura County Jane Doe? - Pop Culture Crime. Medium. https://popculturecrime.medium.com/who-is-the-ventura-county-jane-doe-9f3858d6d397Diskin, M. V. C. S. (2018a, May 19). Criminal nature stems from childhood discord, man on trial for 1980 slayings says. Ventura. https://eu.vcstar.com/story/news/local/communities/conejo-valley/2018/05/18/thousand-oaks-murder-trial-childhood-discord-triggered-crime/624546002/Diskin, M. V. C. S. (2018b, May 24). Past victims testify in felon's trial over 1980 killings in Ventura, Kern counties. Ventura. https://eu.vcstar.com/story/news/local/communities/conejo-valley/2018/05/23/wilson-chouest-trial-victim-testifies-murder-trial/638521002/Diskin, M. V. C. S. (2018c, July 12). Man sentenced in 1980 rape, murder of women found in Ventura, Kern counties. Ventura. https://eu.vcstar.com/story/news/local/communities/conejo-valley/2018/07/12/man-sentenced-1980-murder-women-ventura-kern-counties/765029002/DNA DOE Project IDs Murdered woman in “Toughest case yet.” (2026, February 23). https://www.forensicmag.com/3594-All-News/624259-DNA-Doe-Project-IDs-Murdered-Woman-in-Toughest-Case-Yet/Farr, L. (2021, December 27). She Has a Name. Alta Online. https://www.altaonline.com/dispatches/a38378086/jane-doe-ventura-steve-rhods-wilson-chouest/Gayle, L. (2026, February 24). Pregnant woman found dead in high school parking lot 46 years ago is finally identified. People. https://people.com/pregnant-woman-found-dead-calif-high-school-parking-lot-1980-identified-11912793Kettler, S. (2022, April 12). Shirley Ann Soosay: Indigenous Murder Victim Went Unnamed for Decades, Until DNA Restored Her Identity. A+E Networks EMEA. Retrieved November 12, 2022, from https://www.aenetworks.tv/KGET. (2021, April 23). How ‘Kern County Jane Doe' was identified as Shirley Soosay. KGET. Retrieved November 12, 2022, from https://www.kget.com/news/local-news/how-kern-county-jane-doe-was-identified-as-shirley-soosay/LaVoice, O. (2018, October 24). Kern County and Ventura County Jane Doe may be closer than ever to being identified. KGET. Retrieved November 12, 2022, from https://www.kget.com/news/local-news/kern-county-and-ventura-county-jane-doe-may-be-closer-than-ever-to-being-identified/1547382038/Mohney, G. (2026, February 26). Calif. woman murdered in high school parking lot finally identified. SFGate. https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/calif-police-killer-cold-case-21940656.phpMoore, H., & Stewart, C. (2021, May 4). California ‘Jane Doe' identified as missing Cree woman. ICT. Retrieved November 12, 2022, from https://indiancountrytoday.com/news/california-jane-doe-identified-as-missing-cree-womanPregnant Jane Doe killed in 1980 identified using DNA. (2026, February 25). NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pregnant-jane-doe-killed-1980-identified-using-dna-rcna260402Shirley Soosay. (n.d.). Unidentified Wiki. Retrieved November 12, 2022, from https://unidentified-awareness.fandom.com/wiki/Shirley_SoosayThe Canadian Press. (2022, May 27). ‘Always hope': Remains of Cree woman sent home to Alberta decades after disappearance. North Island Gazette. https://www.northislandgazette.com/news/always-hope-remains-of-cree-woman-sent-home-to-alberta-decades-after-disappearance/Unsolved, S. O. T. (2021, August 13). Ventura County Jane Doe. Stories of the Unsolved. https://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2021/08/12/ventura-county-jane-doe/Ventura Co Jane Doe. (2021, November 19). DNA Doe Project Cases. https://dnadoeproject.org/case/ventura-co-jane-doe/Whitnall, B. B., & Staff, A. (2026, February 26). District Attorney identifies 1980 cold case victim. The Acorn - Serving Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Oak Park & Westlake Village. https://www.theacorn.com/articles/district-attorney-identifies-1980-cold-case-victim/Worley, D. (2026, February 24). Pregnant woman found stabbed to death in high school parking lot identified 46 years later. https://www.kfyrtv.com. https://www.kfyrtv.com/2026/02/24/pregnant-woman-found-stabbed-death-high-school-parking-lot-identified-46-years-later/If you enjoyed the episode, consider leaving a review or rating! It helps more than you know! If you have a case suggestion, or want attention brought to a loved one's case, email me at bookofthedeadpod@gmail.com with Case Suggestion in the subject line.Stay safe, stay curious, and stay vigilant.

Karen & Janet start the podcast with rental & buying opportunities in Ventura County from beach properties to the hillside there are many places you can call home.  Their first guest is Larry Reyes From Smart Home Mortgage, Larry invites potential homeowners to consider the beautiful City of Fillmore where USDA Loans are available with 100% financing and great interest rates! Learn how a mortgage can be lower than the rent you are paying plus your home purchase is a fabulous investment! Next is Diane Gamble with Live Scan Express in Ventura, get it done right and right now, DOJ Certified and quick, with no appointment necessary. 20 years of trusted service for fingerprinting in Ventura County. Karen & Janet's final guest is Bob Davis inviting everyone to the First Wednesday fundraiser March 4th at Wagon Wheel Brewery, benefitting Reel Guppies Outdoors.  Another awesome podcast that informs and benefits residents of Ventura & Santa Barbara Counties!

SoCal Edison updates its payout program for the Eaton Fire, but some survivors call the changes "cosmetic." Voters may decide in November if 16-year-olds and noncitizens can vote in municipal elections. A U.S. citizen detained by immigration agents in Ventura County is suing them. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Celebrating Black History Month live from the Museum of Ventura County's "Paint My Picture: Our Black American Stories" with Helaine Stallion, James Joyce III & Buddy Gibson.Featured in the All Things 805 Artist Spotlight: DJ Divine with the info of the return of A Divine Night.

In this episode of Ventura County Works, Executive Director Rebecca Evans sits down with Port of Hueneme leader and Workforce Development Board member Miguel Rodriguez for a special installment of the "Board Member Minutes" series. Miguel shares his professional journey and what drew him to community relations and workforce development, offering an inside look at how the Port of Hueneme serves as a major economic engine for Ventura County. The conversation explores how his role bridges economic development, community engagement, and workforce strategy, along with the unique challenges and opportunities facing the maritime and logistics sector. 

Celebrating Galentine's Day with a Women's Empowerment Brunch with Comedian Denise Carter.Helaine Stallion, NAACP Executive Board Member shares All Things "Paint My Picture: Our Black American Stories" coming to the Museum of Ventura County for Black History Month. Local events.

When Daniel Roselle stepped into the role of Executive Director at the Humane Society of Ventura County, he inherited more than a job title. He took on stewardship of a 93-year-old institution at a moment when animal welfare is rapidly evolving — shifting away from a shelter-only mindset toward community-based solutions that prioritize prevention, education, and long-term care.In this wide-ranging conversation, Roselle lays out his vision for the future of HSVC, including programs designed to remove barriers to adoption, expand training and outreach, and — most critically — keep pets in homes whenever possible. From behavioral support and access to veterinary care to humane education and community partnerships, his approach emphasizes systems that support both animals and the people who love them.Roselle's perspective is shaped by an unconventional life path. Having lived in multiple countries and not setting foot in the United States until age 20, he brings a global lens to questions of animal welfare — examining how different cultures relate to animals, how belief systems influence behavior, and why empathy must be paired with realism. That perspective leads the conversation into unexpected but thoughtful territory, including discussions of religious cults, invasive species, and the ethical complexities of conservation.We also talk about one of the most overlooked — and rewarding — acts of compassion: adopting senior and geriatric dogs, whose capacity for connection often deepens with age. Throughout, Roselle makes the case that animal welfare isn't just about rescue; it's about belonging, stability, and community responsibility.We did not talk about Hawaii's nene geese, English archers at Agincourt, or the New York Times cooking app.This episode is a thoughtful look at where animal welfare has been — and where it needs to go next. Learn more at the Humane Society's website: https://www.hsvc.org/

Max talks with former KTVU 2 and KRON 4 anchor Ken Wayne, founder of Flying Tails, about his extraordinary animal rescue flights involving bear cubs, bald eagles, coyotes, and dozens of shelter animals across California. Drawing on his past experience as a Navy journalist, Ken describes the path that led him from military broadcasting to a major-market news career—and ultimately to a mission that blends aviation with wildlife rescue. Ken's journey began at the Navy's Defense Information School, where he learned print reporting, photography, radio, and TV production. His service assignments took him from the Aleutian Islands to the Mediterranean aboard the USS Biddle, and finally to Subic Bay in the Philippines, where he hosted a radio show and shot television stories for the Far East Network. He also frequently traveled by helicopter and even completed a carrier landing in a COD aboard USS Midway, building a deep appreciation for aviation. Years later, after buying a Cessna 182 and flying with friends, Ken discovered animal rescue missions through Pilots N Paws. His breakthrough came when he responded to a call seeking transport for two bear cubs from South Lake Tahoe to Ramona. That flight—completed the day before a long-planned trip to Paris—set the tone for what Flying Tails would become. The TV story went viral, helped earn him an award from the U.S. Humane Society, and brought new awareness to the potential of using GA aircraft for wildlife operations. Since then, Flying Tails has become California Fish & Wildlife's go-to aviation nonprofit. Ken describes rescuing seven bear cubs in one summer, including a tiny Ventura County cub that had to be bottle-fed by caregivers wearing bear suits to prevent human imprinting. That cub later lived in a world-class bear enclosure in Sonoma County before returning to the wild near Ojai. Another cub, found hairless in the El Dorado National Forest, was flown to the Sequoia Park Zoo after it was deemed unfit for winter survival. Flying Tails also rescues countless cats and dogs from overwhelmed Central Valley shelters. Ken recounts missions involving 21 animals at once—14 puppies found in a garbage bag, kittens injured in a tent fire, and dozens of animals who were mere hours away from being euthanized due to lack of space. He explains why animals move northward in California, where adoption demand is higher and shelter capacity more manageable. The organization's wildlife work includes transporting owls, hawks, raptors, and a bald eagle Ken released at Lake Almanor—a moment he describes as one of the most exhilarating of his life. Wildlife crates are lined with burlap to prevent feather damage, and after each flight, aircraft are disinfected to prevent disease transmission. Gloves, tie-downs, and careful weight-and-balance planning are essential parts of every mission. Emotionally, Ken says what keeps him going is watching animals shed their fear during flight. Many board the airplane scared, panting, or stressed from heat, only to fall asleep within 20–30 minutes at altitude. When the airplane lands in cooler Bay Area air, the animals appear visibly relieved. That shift—from fear to calm—is what Ken believes makes these missions so rewarding for pilots. Flying Tails is expanding rapidly. Ken recently premiered the first episode of his new PBS series Flying Tales, available on the PBS app, showcasing these missions and the beauty of California from the air. His long-term vision is to establish Flying Tails bases nationwide, enabling wildlife flights for sea turtles, alligators, wolves, and more. Pilots interested in joining the mission can sign up at FlyingTails.org or reach Ken directly. 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