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What do the new ADU laws California actually mean for you — especially if you're in Oxnard? This episdoe breaks down ADU laws California 2025, covering exactly what Oxnard homeowners must know before starting an ADU project.If you're wondering “can I build an ADU on my property?” or confused about how California ADU requirements apply to Oxnard zoning, this guide walks you through the real deal — without the jargon. From Oxnard ADU laws and setback requirements, to detached ADUs, permits, JADUs, and what Oxnard actually allows, we're explaining everything in plain English.✅ Learn how to navigate city overlays, zoning restrictions, and Oxnard's unique permit process✅ Understand why ADU permit process California doesn't always mean automatic approval locally✅ See how what is a JADU in California compares to a full ADU — and why it matters for your lot✅ Discover why building a detached ADU in Oxnard comes with city-specific rules✅ Avoid the common pitfalls that lead to permit delays or denials✅ Get the facts so you don't waste time or money

Karen & Janet have an awesome podcast for you that starts off with a wrap-up on last Tuesday's Ventura City Council Meeting, lots of ground to cover regarding rental properties and the rights that tenants & landlords have.  Their first guest is Joe Parisi with a look at possible moves by The Feds when it comes to mortgage rates, how the jobs report can affect rates and many mortgage myths that are NOT Facts!  Next up Lisa Morris is on the podcast inviting listeners to First Wednesday at The Yard in Ventura, this is a fundraiser for Relay For Life which now includes ten cities in Ventura County, a great event that you should be a part of.  Their last guest is Alex Ramirez who created Vets Valor USA.  Alex invites listeners to their event in Simi Valley on June Fifth, listen in to get the details and find out how many veterans who have served our country don't know about the many benefits they have earned that will help them purchase a home!  Another fantastic podcast with Karen & Janet, Girls On The Air!

Episode #551 is full of information on buying & selling opportunities along with rentals in Ventura County. Janet & Karen and their special guest Suzzie Brown from Berkshire Hathaway Home Service Properties urge landlords and tenants attend this Tuesday's Ventura City Council Meeting that will address tenant investment ordinances.  Shelly Wells is next informing us about the advantages of a reverse mortgage, how you can qualify and what the money means to you.  They close out the podcast with an extensive conversation on insurance with Denise from Palladin Professional Insurance Services.  More carriers are opening which is good news, Denise talks about the new fire maps and how they affect homeowners, learn how the map is created.  Ordinance and law, what the top claims are, what a Shock Loss Claim is compared to Water Loss Claims... which are covered and how they affect your rate and coverage.  Everything you need to know on this GOTA Show!

In this podcast we look at a new technology being developed and fielded to help people and organizations, public and private better understand climate risks of all types. From wildfires to floods, climate fueled natural disasters are becoming more and more prevalent.  The podcast guest is Sarah Russell, Managing Director of Bellwether who speaks to the ways that advanced machine learning can help improve disaster response as these events continue to   Bellwether has worked with the Defense Innovation Unit and the National Guard to help these first responder teams more accurately locate survivors and track damage to essential infrastructure.  Bellwether is a fully commercialized business, with clients in the insurance and disaster response sectors. Their software identified an area of Ventura County, CA as high fire risk in 2024, and that area overlapped nearly perfectly with the Mountain Fire in November, 2024.Please visit our sponsors!L3Harris Technologies' BeOn PPT App. Learn more about this amazing product here: www.l3harris.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.com

Karen & Janet start Episode 550 with buying & rental opportunities in Ventura County.  Their first guest is Larry Reyes from Smart Home Mortgage talking about rates, investor opportunities, ADU's, along with a variety of loan programs that can get you into your dream home, even if you have credit issues there is a program for you!  Next guests are Alex and Sunday who invite you to their free seminar in Oxnard at The Courtyard Marriott, 500 east Esplanade Drive.  The first 50 people who arrive receive a free Starbucks gift card, they are also giving away 3 big screen TV's!  The seminar includes classes on ADU's, Buying A Home 101, Living Trusts, Credit Repair, Benefits of Solar and more!  Alex and Cindy know the area and this seminar will give you the information for purchasing a home in Ventura County. Justin Soenke wraps up the show with ways to get the phones ringing at your small business.  Justin helps you tell your story, about your customers, your history and expertise and how to use AI to your advantage Justin is the owner of Phase 3 Website Solutions and has helped businesses grow throughout his career.  When it comes to Real Estate and Business no show is more local than Girls On The air with Karen And Janet!

Over 20 years ago, Petty Ranch began planting cover crops to improve soil health in their Ventura County avocado orchards.

Karen & Janet start this week's podcast with home buying and rental opportunities in Ventura County. There are many options to choose from.  Their first guest is Shelley Wells, "The Reverse Mortgage Queen" Shelley talks about the many ways a reverse mortgage can help you with everything from buying a home, college costs, paying off bills or vacation plans. There are many advantages to getting a reverse mortgage and Shelly explains those to you.  Next up it's Christa Hermance, " The Estate Planning Mom" Christa talks about wills, probate, trusts, inheritance and how to select a trustee.  This process can be very intimidating, Christa will assist planners and trustees through this complex process with zero stress.  Another fun and informative podcast with Karen & Janet!

The AgNet News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, the “Ag Meter,” discuss recent agricultural news, including weather patterns in the Central Valley, which may reach the 90s before dropping back to the 70s. Trade negotiations were a key topic, with Japan's uncertainty over reciprocal tariffs causing delays. The European Union is offering to increase U.S. goods purchases by over $50 billion, but faces potential tariffs totaling $100 billion if no deal is reached. China, recovering from an extended holiday, is expected to resume trade talks. Additionally, extreme weather conditions in China, including drought and excessive rain, are impacting crops. The segment concluded with an interview about Central Coast weather and disease management strategies for crops.   The second segment of AgNet News Hour opens with the hosts discussing the closure of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) office in Bakersfield, affecting 1,500 farmers who will need to travel to Lancaster or Visalia for services. The new administration aims to cut costs, saving billions. The segment also covered research at the University of California on modifying wheat to reduce gluten without affecting nutritional content, targeting the gliadin protein using gamma radiation. This could benefit those with celiac disease. The California Wheat Commission supports this research, which is currently focused on California but may expand nationally. The hosts also touched on the benefits of removing synthetic dyes from food.   In the final segment of today's AgNet News Hour Lorrie and Nick continue covering the new gluten-free wheat research from the University of California, which could expand nationally. Nick and Lorrie also highlight California's innovative agricultural technologies, such as automated systems and renewable energy projects. They addressed the challenges of startup funding and sustainability in new technologies. Governor Gavin Newsom awarded $29.3 million in tax credits to a hydrogen fuel facility in Lancaster and a port in Ventura County to improve logistics and supply chains. Additionally, California Dairies, Inc. opened a new 200,000 sq. ft. milk facility in Bakersfield, aiming to triple capacity and innovate milk products.

Community Kevin, live from the West Coast Outdoors & Sportfishing Expo in Ventura County, interviews Fred Klinshaw of Fred Klinshaw Fishing; JJ Guerrero of Angler Wear, Captain Jason Diamond of Stardust Sportfishing, Big Willie Mays of Amaysing Bait & Tackle and Brian Barber of Mission Fish USA. All the while greeting fans and friends alike.

In this episode of On the Road with Paul Ward, we're joined by Dave Drumright of the Camarillo Rotary Club to explore the long-standing tradition of the Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet. Dave shares the inspiring story behind this unique community event, detailing how it has grown from its humble beginnings into a much-anticipated annual gathering that brings together athletes of all ages and skill levels. From the wide range of track and field events to the enthusiastic Rotarian volunteers who make it all happen, the meet stands as a shining example of community spirit and service. Dave also dives into his personal involvement over the years and highlights what makes this event so special—including the fact that it's the only known track meet hosted by a Rotary club. He offers his resources for other clubs or communities interested in starting similar events and explains how the Camarillo Rotary Club funds this free event through creative fundraising efforts. Whether you're a local parent, a fellow Rotarian, or simply a fan of feel-good community stories, you won't want to miss this episode.   Watch the full episode HERE   What you'll learn in this episode: 0:00 Introduction to On the Road and to our guest, Dave Drumright of the Camarillo Rotary and a special thanks to our sponsor: Opus Escrow 0:53 What is the Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet? 1:38 Just how much the Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet has grown since its inception 2:18 Local Rotarians volunteer to help run the event 3:10 The track & field events held at the meet 5:03 The winners and their awards 5:48 The range of ages and skill level of the participants 6:55 Dave Drumright's involvement in the Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet over the years 7:39 The Camarillo Rotary Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet is the only known track & field event held by any Rotary club, Dave Drumright offers other clubs the information to help start their own track & field event 8:15 Dave's advice on starting a sporting event like the Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet 8:44 The free event is paid for by the Camarillo Rotary Club's sale of advertising space and event t-shirts 10:00 This year's event date and time is shared by Dave 10:45 How to sign up for this year's Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet Related Episodes: Racing Through Community Spirit: The Legacy of The Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet  Roses and Rotary: The Road to the Rose Parade Behind the Blooms Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: Inside the YES! Youth Empowerment Summit with  Mary Lingua   2025 Hap Rapp Memorial Track Meet: Camarillo Rotary Foundation Saturday, May 17, 2025 8:00AM - 4:30PM Adolfo Camarillo High School 4660 Mission Oaks Blvd. Camarillo, CA  93012   Contact Paul Ward: 805-479-5004 paul@homeandranchteam.com   Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com A special THANK YOU to our sponsor, OPUS ESCROW! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.

Karen & Janet start off this week's podcast with information they received during their trip to Sacramento, essential news for buyers, renters and landlords!  Their first guest is Kevin Brannon with Reel Guppies, a program for kids and families that teaches them how to "Catch A Memory"... Reel Guppies takes kids and families on fishing adventures from the shore to piers, boats and out to the islands too!  The program helps kids build confidence, educates us about local fishing environments and gets kids away from their screens and into nature, right here in Ventura County! Joe Parisi is up next with a busy week of economic reports that affect interest rates... Joe points out that while many people suggest renting over buying, home ownership is always the goal for security and building wealth!  Karen and Janet's last guest is  Marcie Yountz from 805 Community Children. Marcie invites everyone to First Wednesday, this Wednesday at Medici Pizza on Main Street in Ventura.  This fundraiser helps fund programs that give local kids a chance to have a fun birthday party, go to the prom and dances along with all the other activities every kid should have the chance to enjoy!  Girls on the air, here to support the community and help non-profits get the word out!

This weeks guest is Janice Bailon, who joins us from New York City. Born in Panorama City, California, and growing up in Ventura County, Janice embraces her California background. Janice feels California awarded her some of her greatest passions. She still cultivates these passions and hobbies: Forgotten classic cinema, movies, and musicals, especially from the 1970s and earlier, local seasonal produce and food history. One of Janice's most beloved personal and professional passions is Agave and the relationship between Mexico and the Philippines. Bailon proudly calls herself an “agave nerd” believing that if you think you know everything and are an expert of agave you really don't know anything. Professionally, Janice has been recognized as a leader in the hospitality industry with articles published in Forbes, Punch and other media outlets as well as a Tales of the Cocktail Best New Bar Nomination in 2022 for her work at San Francisco's For the Record. Janice also served as former President for the SF Chapter of the United States Bartender's Guild supporting members through the pandemic. In 2025 she was named as one of the Imbibe 75's and her program at Leyenda was the only New York Bar nominated for Outstanding Bar Program by the James Beard Foundation. Janice dedicates her efforts to shape a better world through her brainchild, Hospitality of Asians & Pacific Islanders (HAPI), a nonprofit organization established in 2022. Nestled in the unceded Ohlone territory, known today as the San Francisco Bay Area, HAPI's mission is to elevate the voices and stories of the Asian and Pacific Islander community within the hospitality industry. They strive to normalize the success and thriving of API individuals in the industry through a plethora of initiatives, including events to boost visibility and promote the community, a forthcoming mentorship program, and the dissemination of career development opportunities and resources. @mytinydancer fueledbyagave.co @hapi.community A big thank you to Jean-Marc Dykes of Imbiblia for setting up our new website theindustrypodcast.club. Imbiblia is a cocktail app for bartenders, restaurants and drink nerds and built by a bartender with more than a decade of experience behind the bar. Several of the features includes the ability to create your own Imbiblia Recipe Cards with the Imbiblia Cocktail Builder, rapidly select ingredients, garnishes, methods and workshop recipes with a unique visual format, search by taste using flavor profiles unique to Imbiblia, share recipes publicly plus many more……Imbiblia - check it out! Looking for a Bartending Service? Or a private bartender to run your next corporate or personal event? Need help crafting a bar program for your restaurant? Contact Alchemist Alie for all your bartending needs: @alchemist.alie Contact the host Kypp Saunders by email at kypp@babylonsisters.ca for products from Elora Distilling, Malivoire Winery and Terroir Wine Imports. Links kypp@babylonsisters.com @sugarrunbar @the_industry_podcast email us: info@theindustrypodcast.club

In this episode we tackle one of the biggest barriers to employment today: digital literacy. Join us as we explore Northstar Digital Literacy, a free resource in Ventura County that helps you build the tech skills and confidence you need to apply for jobs, use computers, and succeed in today's workforce. You'll hear from Eddie Jimenez, Workshop Facilitator for the Ventura County WORKS program at the America's Job Center of California, and learn how you can access free workshops, assessments, and tools to boost your career.

From drones to robotic harvesters, new ag tech took center stage at a UC field day in Ventura County.

(Airtime 4/24/25) AngeMarie Taylor is a business student and organizer at Cal State University, Channel Islands. She was facing expulsion for protesting on her Ventura County campus. On this podcast she shares her story as a student and activist, how she has been targeted and the anti-Blackness and over policing that is rampant on her small California campus but seems to be spreading nationwide. We also explore the inspiring story of the community response as Black Lives Matter Grassroots; the California Teachers Association and the Association of Black Student Unions marched in solidarity.https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/https://www.instagram.com/cfa_united/

Firestone Walker Brewing Company's CMO says connected TV has made it easier to reach its sports-loving customers. Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio.Damian (00:01):I'm Damian Fowler.Ilyse (00:02):And I'm Ilyse Liffreing.Damian (00:03):This week we're really excited to talk with Dustin Hinz, the Chief marketing officer of Firestone Walker Brewing the craft brewery based in California.Ilyse (00:12):Dustin has been the chief marketer at Firestone for almost six years. He's an award-winning marketer who knows how to build a culturally relevant brand.Damian (00:21):Also, he's a musician and he helped build Guitar Center into that powerhouse brand It is today. He worked there for 17 years and you can ask any guitarist about Guitar Center and its Importance. And then he was an Ernie Ball music man, which is famous for its guitar strings, which I love. I'm curious though, Ilyse, do you play the guitar?Ilyse (00:40):I wish, but Okay. Damian, we're here to talk beer and how to market it in a crowded marketplace. So let's begin. So Dustin, can you tell us a little bit about Firestone and the brand 805? It seems it really has a West Coast vibe just like me. I'm from the West coast so I can see that. I feel it.Dustin (01:04):Firestone Walker is the culmination of David Walker and Adam Firestone's love for beer. And they met back in the nineties when David fell in love with Adam's sister and there's great stories about that. And then they found they had this mutual love for beer and the central coast of California. David being an expat in British and Adam being a Californian, they founded this amazing brewery on the central coast and really focused on just a few craft beers. DBA was their first beer and then Union Jack and there was a lot of craft was sort of an early movement. And then back in 2012 they stumbled upon this idea of 8 0 5 and 8 0 5 is the area code for the big swath of the Central coast, a big piece of California all the way down to Ventura County where actually I grew up. We like to say that the goal of 8 0 5 is to be the most globally recognized, regionally available beer in the world.Ilyse (02:03):Very cool. But there are a lot of beers out there, even craft beers. What would you say is the point of differentiation? Is it the taste? Is it the West coast vibes? What would you say?Dustin (02:15):I think the biggest point of differentiation in beer is the brand position. Obviously great brand position and great marketing is not going to solve a lousy product, so you got to have amazing product and we're trying to focus on being odds of the evens and really investing in our own legend and trying to stand for something and be the alternative choice. And thankfully beer is so big and there's so much opportunity that you can carve out a pretty nice size of the pie for yourself if you want to focus on being the alternative premium choice.Damian (02:43):One of things that you just said about the importance of marketing and how marketing can drive the business seems key to this. Is there anything that you could point us to that you'd say, this was the moment where I created brand awareness above and beyond or something like that?Dustin (03:05):The first one with the traditional 8 0 5, the black can I was very lucky to inherit five and a half years ago a slogan called Properly Chill and Properly Chill sort of was the slogan for this idea that life on the central coast was a little different, right? And what we did last year and then going into this year, and I believe that this is going to come out right around this new campaign is going to drop, is this idea telling the story of our brand through the lens of our customer. We have this amazing roster of ambassadors, we call them Authentico and eight oh five Authentico and Professional surfers, motocross Riders, boxers, MMA, fighters, artists, tattoo artists, you name it, it spans the spectrum. There's over 50 of them and they kind of cover every single different customer group that we believe the brand represents and we tell the story of that brand through those consumers or through those athletes.(04:06):And then a couple other examples were what we did was Summer of Cervesa when we launched the extension of 8 0 5, the first extension after 10 years, which was a Mexican lagger themed version of 8 0 5 with a little bit of lime in it. And the idea at the time was when you were looking at the marketplace, Mexican laggers were really on the rise. Corona obviously as an incredible background. Modelo has now at this point become the number one brand in the US surpassing Bud Light and Consumers were definitely reaching for this idea of sort of an escapism beer. So when we launched the campaign with summer survey, so we realized that we had to do something to stand out and create some differentiation between 8 0 5 blonde and 8 0 5. And so the 8 0 5 cervesa campaign was the first time we ever showed the product in color. 8 0 5 has been black and white since its inception in 2012. And with 8 0 5 Cervesa was the first time we ever put the product in color in the advertising. And it was a game changer. I mean, we sales went from moderately successful to up 20% pretty consistently because we were able to create that differentiation in the idea that Cervesa was a light and refreshing product.Damian (05:24):Wow, I love that just by adding color. But it is interesting that you started out in black and white as a kind of campaign. Why black and white?Dustin (05:32):I think they realized they needed to do something different to stand out back then. And trust me, it is a conversation pretty regularly when we're working on new ideas of, there is a lot of consternation around the idea of how do we maintain the brand identity and not stray from it because we want to be timeless, not timely. So we're very, very focused on, hey, every decision we make is going to have an impact a decade from now, two decades from now. Because the greatest brands in beer are multi-generational.Ilyse (06:02):Totally. And I know we talked about this earlier because it can be really difficult to market alcohol products, especially on platforms like social media where there are age roadblocks. What are the channels that you decided to lean into for these campaigns and are there any that you're experimenting with now?Dustin (06:24):I'd say at-home is a good third of our total media investment and then a big shift to TV about two years ago. And with connected TV platforms continuing to become more robust, it's made it a hell of a lot easier for us to get more geo-targeted because I think that spray and prey doesn't work when you're a regional brand and you want to get really focused on zip codes and you want to try to drive measurement. And so connected TV has been huge for us and whether that's through our partnerships with the World Surf League or we're just doing a sports our brand, what we know though is that from all of our consumer data is that a huge percentage of our customers are sports fans. They watch a lot of football, they watch a lot of baseball. So what we do is we take our brand to those channels and through partnerships like ESPN, we've been able to really connect with consumers and drive some really nice measurable lift for the brand. You're watching a sports game and you're going to see beer brand X or insurance brand X with an athlete for that sport. And then you see our spot, which might have a bull rider in it or a surfer or a motocross rider, and it just stands outIlyse (07:33):With your brands embrace of sports and kind of that measurement piece of CTV, you must love that more live sports are coming into the connected TV space.Dustin (07:47):I think the beneficiaries of this sort of democratization of content and it's making things more competitive. So as you see the Disney Network, Hulu, ESPN, or you go to YouTube TV and some of the other platforms that are continuing to open up, it makes it really easy to be competitive in the space or to at least have a voice. I think our team's been really good at identifying those opportunities, proving the efficacy of those investments so that we can continue to do them.Damian (08:15):You hinted at something about the seasonality of marketing and I'm kind of interested in that as a marketer of beer and I guess in lots of ways, as you said, you're kind of marketing lifestyle, you have associations with surfers and athletes and the summer. I'm curious how often you think about the need to refresh campaigns and how do you keep them relevant to the culture cultural moment?Dustin (08:42):Yeah, great question. You definitely have to, in beer, especially with the retail partners, you need to be seasonal. I spent the first 20 years of my career on the music side as a retailer, so I know what retailers want. They're going to want, Hey, it's Memorial Day, I'm going to have a display in my store for a week and a half, two weeks. It better fit the theme of Memorial Day. Now how you do that, you can do that without just stars and stripes. There's other ways to do that, but the I idea of escapism and patriotism to a degree, but when you look at the retail calendar, there are a myriad, there's like 16 major temples that you have to win. So our team is definitely working to make sure that we're taking the overall thematic of our brand and pulling that down into those temples.(09:33):And that fits the larger brand story because obviously you don't want to have 16 different TV spots throughout the year. So we'll have several different campaigns throughout the year, but then those drop down into Cinco de Mayo or Day of the Dead or 4th of July. So you have to, depending on the channel that we're in, yeah, some stuff has to be far more granular to make sure that it's serving the need of that retailer or the desire of that retailer, and as well as making sure that we're still maintaining the brand identity that we want to have. While everybody else does Super Bowl and does football, we're doing the World Surf League pipeline, which is the Super Bowl of surf, so is the official beer of the WSL when everyone's doing Super Bowl, we're doing surfing.Damian (10:10):Now, Dustin listeners can't see this, but I know behind you you've got some fantastic vintage guitars there, which I wanted. I know that you are a musician and before you worked at 8 0 5, you worked as a marketer in the music industry, including for Ernie Ball, music Man and Guitar Center. And I'm kind of interested in the kind of synergies that you might have found there between marketing to musicians and the kind of now the position you're in now marketing beer.Dustin (10:42):It's really sort of a story of serendipity. I got my first guitar when I was 14 years old and it sort of changed my life. Music just bordered became this obsession and it's what I wanted to do, started a band and typical story, didn't go to college, was like college, I'm going to be in a band, mom, what are you talking about? So I begged her at the time she was working, she was the executive assistant to the CEO O of Guitar Center back in the nineties when they were still a small company. And I said, Hey, just give me a job in the mail room or something, and so just give me the summer. Let me prove to you that my band can be in great before I have to go to college. And so she got me a job in the mail room and said, three months, that's it. And three months turned into 18 years.(11:35):I worked my way up to vice president and that typical age old story. But what I found really early on when I got there was, and I remember there was a moment, I was there a couple of months working in the mail room, excited in the mail room is right next to the marketing department and there was a great VP of marketing. It was Mike. I still talk to him to this day, 20 something years later. He always says, his joke is, you're the best hire I ever made. But I remember looking at the marketing materials and saying to the guys like, Hey, we're not marketing to, I'm the customer. Why don't you talk to me? We should change the way that we talk to the customers because this doesn't make sense. I'm the customer, I don't want to read this. So I pitched him some ideas and he's like, yeah, that's a great idea. You want a job in marketing?(12:18):And I went from $4 and 50 cents an hour to $9 an hour. I thought it was rich. I'm 18 years old. And I started that journey. And I think what I realized really early on, and what was great about Guitar Center was that our mission was to mint new customers. We realized early on through a great visionary, CEO, we had Marty Albertson was that we had to make sure that we were creating musicians. There wasn't a lot of 'em. When you think about the population of the world, it think it's like 2% our musicians. So if you want to continue to sell guitars and you want to continue to sell instruments, you've got to inspire people to want to play music. So our mission became taking this great feeling and propelling that and perpetuating it to get more people excited about it. And we became a platform for artists and creating, over the course of my 20 years, I got to create TV shows and write documentaries and make slashes documentary.(13:09):I got to things that you would only dream of when you were a kid to make art with other artists that inspired the world. And I think the common thread through all of that was that great marketing, great brands stand for something clear and enduring. I'm very, very lucky that as a songwriter and a musician early on, that I found this extension of that creative process to sort of keep me inspired. I mean marketing in a lot of ways, your writers, your songwriters, your creatives, and you get to do that while also tackling, for me at least the necessary evil of lift analysis, analytics andDamian (13:46):Some of those things that come with the business. Our musicians have to be marketers these days anyway. Right.Ilyse (13:50):That's very true. And that 2%, we at least have two in our miss because Damian's a musician as well. But yeah, it's so interesting that you talk about that area of the population and in some ways it's almost harder to reach those very niche communities.Dustin (14:09):Yeah, there's that great quote. I don't know if it came from Nike, it was probably Nike, but what's that speak to the core loud enough that everyone else can hear? I mean, I think that's been a mission of music. I mean, remember the indie movement or the punk movement, it was like everybody didn't want to be mainstream, and it was just like, do this thing, own your audience. And then what happens is the cool thing, everybody wants to sit at the cool table. Everybody wants to be a part of the movement, but you can't market to the people that want to be in the movement. You have to market to the people who have started the movement, and then what happens is then you can maintain some credibility.Damian (14:40):I'm just curious to get your high level perspective on what do you think needs to change in the ad marketplace today, which as we all know, is very much digital programmatic.Dustin (14:52):I think product placement right now, especially on podcasts, is just incredibly oversaturated. And I understand that when you've got a major budget and you're moving money around and you're trying to do everything you can to drive eyeballs, but I have this conversation all the time with the agency. I'm not interested in the most amount of eyeballs. I want the right ones. And when I look at a podcast and I just see energy drinks on tables and then right behind it, I see a Starbucks cup and the cans aren't open, I just think there's too much of that going on. To me, there's not real connections. So I think one of the things for me that's just unfortunate is because of the amount of money and the amount of ad money that's available and it's all moving from different platforms, is that sort of approach has created, I think a really high level of high bar for entry into some of these categories.(15:40):The expectations of money that are tied to some of these opportunities are so overblown. So I think that to me, that's always been something that I've always struggled with that I always hope is going to work itself out and well. I think that you go through ebbs and flows, especially when times get tough, people will cut back on their marketing, they cut back on sponsorships, and that's when opportunities open up. And if you're smart and you manage your money effectively and you have dollars, when other brands are carving back, that's when you can start to find really interesting opportunities. But for me, yeah, influencer marketing, product seating, I've never been excited about it. One of the things that we say all the time at Firestone Walker is keep the main thing, the main thing. And by doing that, we put on ourselves from chasing too many squirrels in the backyard.Ilyse (16:30):I love that.Dustin (16:31):Yeah.Ilyse (16:32):Is there anything you are obsessed with figuring out right now?Dustin (16:35):I mean, we sell millions of cases of beer and our first party data. We've done an amazing job of our first party data, emails building customer attention, but there is this weird thing with social, and I'm just obsessed with trying to figure out what it is. And our agency's got great relationships with meta and these platforms, and nobody, one can seem to give me the answer of what is happening on the backend within the algorithms that is preventing some of the biggest brands in the world with tens of millions, if not hundreds of millions of consumers. This ability to create real audiences on these platforms, because we live in a world now where all content is consumed through just a few channels. When you think about YouTube, whatever happens with TikTok, Instagram Meta, et cetera, there's a only handful of channels where a majority of all of the content consumption is taking place.(17:31):And if every single one of those has a toll booth between you and your customer, but then there's also a filter that is preventing you from really building your audience. I'm obsessed with trying to figure that out. If we do believe in this idea of the zeitgeist and that culture matters and that brands stand for something clear and enduring, the world is going to continue and down this digital path. And sure, point of sale and billboards and TV advertising are great ways to tell people about your brand, but it is the way to get your arms around them. It's going to be on these platforms and the ones that are coming. And I think that's what the industry as a whole is always the industry as a whole struggles with this. And I think it can be dangerous in the sense that you over obsess it and then you put too much money into like, well, I got to grow followers, or I got to grow my audience. Versus like, well, I just got to drive, drive affinity in purchase intent. And so that's, I think the balance of how do we focus on stuffing the funnel, creating a tremendous amount of energy for our brands. The right partnerships is omnipresent in the right cultural segments that we want to be in, but at the same time try to figure out how we can expand our tent and get more people into it.Damian (18:46):Wow. Ali, I love that conversation with Dustin. I mean, it's not every day you get to talk to somebody who's a musician and a marketer and who's able to tie both of those things together so well as he did. But what was the standout thing to you that he said?Ilyse (19:02):I think what really stuck out was kind of playing how Firestone and Dustin kind of play that fine line of keeping consistent, but also not being too rigid and trying new things with customers. I know with 9,000 plus breweries, it's kind of crazy that there's so much competition to stick out and beer brands have to stick out. But what he said was really interesting about staying consistent with an agency and measurement and really trying to find, making sure that what you're making art essentially actually makes sense.Damian (19:45):Yeah, I agree with you and I feel like one of the most powerful things he said to me was when he was at Guitar Center, when he was there for 17 years, his vision was to mint new musicians and identifying that only 2% of the world population, 2%, I think he said musicians. So you have to inspire more people to want to create music. And taking that sort of core philosophy and applying it to his current role at 8 0 5 seems to be something that's driving him as a mission driven marketer. I think as he said, great brands have to stand for something enduring. So in that regard, I think he's really smart, and to do this at this cultural moment where there's so much fragmentation, that is one way to help him clear through all the clutter and stay focused.Ilyse (20:30):Yeah, I think one of my favorite quotes too was like keep the main thing, the main thing, and that keeps us basically from chasing those squirrels.Damian (20:44):That's it for this edition of The Current Podcast. I'm Ilyse, and I'm Damian, and we'll see you next time.

In this episode of On the Road with Paul Ward, Paul visits the charming Cornell Wine Company and chats with local musician and event coordinator, Sierra Drummond. Sierra shares how she got her start organizing music nights at the venue, including open mic nights and featured artist events that spotlight both undiscovered local talent and internationally known musicians like Elliot Lurie, the songwriter of Brandy (You're a Fine Girl). With a rich musical heritage—her parents are both in the band Ambrosia—Sierra began performing at just four years old and has developed into a passionate performer and songwriter. She opens up about her own songs, “Look Out For Me” and “Slow Morning,” and the creative process behind her music. Sierra also reflects on her love of the stage, the evolution of her sound, and how music connects people, whether through live shows or her involvement in community outreach efforts like clothing drives following recent fires. The conversation dives deeper into Sierra's musical family, including her mom's background vocals for Jimmy Buffett and studio work with Pink Floyd, and her own experiences in the family's band, The Tin Drum Family Band. Sierra discusses her favorite genres, instruments, and how digital media compares to the energy of live music. She also touches on the resurgence of Yacht Rock and its influence on her father's career, upcoming events at Cornell Wine Company, and her role as a music teacher during the week. From her humble beginnings at Cornell to her multifaceted role as performer, teacher, and event planner, Sierra's story is one of passion, community, and the power of music. Watch the full episode HERE   What you'll learn in the episode: 0:00 Welcome to On the Road with Paul Ward and introduction to our guest, musician, Sierra Drummond 0:34 We learn the location of today's episode, Cornell Wine Company. 1:04 Sierra Drummond tells us more about her role(s) at Cornell Wine Company 1:32 With a mix of events like open mic night, featured artists, etc. Sierra tells us how she got started at Cornell Wine Company and what goes into making a good, solid show. 2:39 The incredible undiscovered talent that performs at Sierra's events, as well as internationally recognized talent, including the songwriter for Brandy (You're a Fine Girl), Elliot Lurie 3:58 Sierra's parents are both in the band, Ambrosia, so she started performing at the age of four 5:15 Some insight into what makes a good songwriter and how songs come about for Sierra 6:37 Learn about Sierra's songs, “Look Out For Me,” and “Slow morning”  9:35 Sierra enjoys performing any way she can because she loves being on stage and the evolution of Sierra's music 11:18 Community outreach and a clothing drive with Matt Morris and The Cornell Wine Company after the recent fires 13:11 What Sierra is working on now and where she sees her music going 14:34 Sierra answers Paul question regarding whether she ever saw herself doing all that she does at Cornell Wine Company when she 1st started as event coordinator 15:22 More about Sierra's musical family, Ambrosia, and her mom's backups for Jimmy Buffett and studio work with Pink Flloyd 17:32 Sierra's genres and her favorite instrument to play 19:35 “The Tin Drum Family Band,” Sierra's family's band and Sierra tells us more about Abrosia 22:00 Music in this digital world versus live music 25:52 Yacht Rock, coined by Jimmy Fallon, is what reboosted Sierra's Dad's career 26:28 The upcoming events at Cornell Wine Company 28:35 Sierra is a music teacher throughout the week   Related Episodes: Vines, Wines and Good Times at Cornell Wine Company Music, History & Magic: The Story of Tiny Porch Concerts at Peter Strauss Ranch Desert Dreams: The Palms, Wonder Valley's Artistic Oasis   Sierra Drummond Instagram: @sierradrummond MORE HERE   Cornell Wine Co. 29975 Mulholland Rd. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 818-575-7010 www.cornellwineco.com   Contact Paul Ward: 805-479-5004 paul@homeandranchteam.com   Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com   A special THANK YOU to our sponsor, OPUS Escrow! On the Road with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor OPUS Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures that On the Road provides viewers and listeners with the best possible episodes.  

This Easter Week Podcast with Karen & Janet Starts off with Derek Contreras from Smart Home Mortgage.  Derek points out that this is a great time to buy with property values increasing year-to-year in Ventura County, rates are in the 6% range, refi when they move down and take advantage of the increase value of your property.  Derek answers all of your questions.  Next up Jeff Harley of Rolling Suds, they power wash roofs, houses, patios and driveways to make your home look beautiful and get rid of mold while they're at it.  Any sized home or business, listen in to get the facts from Jeff!  The Ventura Harbor is Hoppin' for Easter and The Greek is the place to go with your celebration for lunch or Easter dinner.  Lynn from The Greek has all the info on Ventura Harbor fun for the whole family!  Another awesome podcast from Karen & Janet!

In this episode we welcome Municipals newest members John Figueroa—better known as The Mayor of Ventura County—and Troy Knight. The duo dives into John's experience competing in the SCGA Mid-Am Qualifier held at Olivas Links Golf Course in Ventura, CA, sharing insights from inside the ropes!Whether you're chasing a handicap or just chasing daylight, this episode brings the relatable highs and lows of competitive golf—Muni-style.Make sure to follow us on IG (@municipalsgolf)

The 805 Beer Cold Beer Surf Club is back with the one and only Eithan Osborne! The fearless aerialist and one of surfing's most electrifying talents joins Conner Coffin in the new home for CBSC - Conner's garage. From winning STAB High Japan 2024, to filming his profile piece, SKINNY MEAT HEAD, with Dane Reynolds and Chapter 11, to tackling the first-ever Natural Selection Tour, Eithan takes us behind the curtain on a whirlwind of a year. He breaks down the mental game of heats vs. free surfing, what it takes to rise through the ranks, and how to keep charging—even while surfing through gnarly injuries, shoulder dislocations, a torn meniscus, and a broken toe. Eithan shares wild tales from the road, including an unbelievable experience with legendary boat captain Martin Daly that starts with a boat collision and ends with Martin diving in himself to repair the boat. Eithan also reveals the most painful and traumatizing injury of his life: a brush with the notorious Gympie plant. They dive into growing up surfing in the 805 and Ventura County with Dane Reynolds, Bobby Martinez, and Tom Curren as their heroes, and how those roots shaped Eithan's approach to surfing and life. New episodes drop every month. Follow, subscribe, and join the Club now. Follow Conner Coffin. Follow Eithan Osborne Follow 805 Beer. Get the latest 805 Beer content, the gear, and of course, the beer. Join the conversation, follow the league, and stay updated on all things WSL.

This quarter of the Future of Agriculture podcast is made possible by Case IH: https://www.caseih.com/en-us/unitedstatesFollow Chris on X: https://x.com/pettyranch Today's episode features 5th generation farmer Chris Sayer of Petty Ranch. Chris grows avocados in Ventura County, which is just northwest of the Los Angeles area. And there are several unique aspects to Chris' story. First, he grows avocados, which is awesome, and I wanted to find out how he stays competitive with so many avocados coming from Mexico these days. Also he grows them in a very populated area, so there are a ton of considerations there from urban sprawl to water management to theft. I also wanted to ask Chris about soil health. I knew from talking to him previously that he grows cover crops and really thinks deeply about soil and water conservation, so we dive deeper into that as well. Chris grew up on the farm but left to attend Northwestern University where he majored in Political Science and joined the Navy ROTC. That led to flight training school and an eight year commitment to serving in the Navy. After completing his service, Chris worked in tech in the late 90s before returning to the farm and taking over management in 2001Brought to you by Case IH: Case IH designs, engineers and produces cutting-edge farm equipment based on a comprehensive understanding of farmers' needs, wants and challenges, integrating these insights into their development and manufacturing.For example, take their Model Year 25 Magnum tractor. The new Magnum is purposefully designed to answer farmers' needs in every design and engineering choice. Improved horsepower for pulling heavier loads, faster. Bundled, integrated and ready-to-go precision tech for greater accuracy in the field. And a transmission farmers can tweak for improved control and performance in different tasks. That kind of design thinking is exactly where the future of ag is headed, and that's why you'll be hearing me talk to the folks at Case IH at different points throughout this quarter about what they do and how they're working to push the ag forward.

From the Best of 180PODCAST: Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this Follow the Leader episode. Rebecca reveals her unique educational background and what motivates her. She also discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region. 

Trust is the foundation of every meaningful relationship.So how do you build trust with teens—especially in a world where they may be more guarded than ever?We sit down with Brenda McAdoo; former Deputy District Attorney in Ventura County member; FBI mediator and crisis negotiator; and currently on faculty at Abilene Christian University. An expert in the field, Brenda shares practical ways caring adults can foster trust, create safe spaces, and truly connect with the young people in their lives.Whether you're a teacher, coach, mentor, or parent, this conversation is packed with insights to help you strengthen your relationships with teens and make a lasting impact...Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.comSubscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribeWatch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠!Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter..Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin HodgesHosted by: Karlie Duke & Nino Elliott with Brenda McAdooProduced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

In this episode of On the Road with Paul Ward, Paul sits down with Jackie Lapin, also known as The Historic Traveler, to explore the fascinating world of historic travel. Jackie shares the inspiration behind The Historic Traveler, a unique platform offering a historic book directory categorized by city and country, a hotel and Airbnb directory, travel discounts, and even a travel agent. She explains how to plan a trip using her platform and highlights the value of understanding the history behind the places you visit. Jackie also reveals some of her top travel experiences, having visited over 50 countries and about 500 tourist destinations, and discusses the benefits of joining her monthly community meeting where travel lovers exchange tips and stories. Jackie shares her personal journey into historic travel and the story behind her early blogs, including one about Castello Sforzesco in Milan. She talks about her bucket list destinations, including Savannah, Egypt, and Turkey, and emphasizes how locals often love to share their knowledge with visitors. Jackie also offers a valuable tip for travelers using local guides and introduces The Historic Traveler's exciting partnership with Elevate Travel X, featuring a drawing for an eight-night stay in Williamsburg, VA worth $2,000. Don't miss Jackie's insights and the inspiring motto that guides her adventures—plus visit www.thehistorictraveler.com to start planning your next historic journey!   What you'll learn in this episode: 0:00 Paul introduces our guest, Jackie Lapin, The Historic Traveler 0:25 Traveling with a twist: We learn the concept behind The Historic Traveler 1:34 The Historic Traveler Blog, their membership program, the first ever historic book directory categorized by country/city, a hotel/AirBnB directory, travel discounts, a travel agent and MORE! 3:15 Jackie explains how to plan a trip using The Historic Traveler 4:30 A once a month Community Meeting where travel lovers meet to exchange travel tips 5:55 Jackie has visited over 50 countries and about 500 tourist destinations 6:41 Jackie's spotlights and photo gallery on The Historic Traveler's website 7:56 How Jackie Lapin got into Historic Travel 9:40 Jackie tells us about the first blogs she ever did and goes into detail about the second featuring a castle in the middle of Milan called Castello Sforzesco (Sforza Castle) 11:45 Knowing the history of an area you are traveling to is both meaningful and fun 13:52 Movies, TV Shows and Documentaries Jackie references in her blog 14:40 How Savannah, GA is on Jackie's bucket list (as well as Egypt and Turkey), and two very helpful guides The Historic Traveler website references to help plan travel in North America and one for International travel 16:18 How many weeks a year Jackie travels and a story about a nine week European trip 18:22 How the locals are so pleased to share their knowledge of whatever area you visit plus a tip from Jackie for when traveling with a guide 20:00 Jackie's travel “angels.” 20:28 A North American city Jackie believes everyone needs to visit at least once and the benefits of a “Hop on, Hop off Bus” 21:36 Jackie Lapin's moto and the website: www.thehistorictraveler.com 22:25 The Historic Traveler has teamed up with Elevate Travel X and their drawing worth $2000 for an eight night stay in Williamsburg, VA 23:30 A special thank you to our sponsor: Opus Escrow   Watch the full episode HERE   Related Episodes: A Journey Through Time at The Ventura County Agriculture Museum Harvesting Futures in Education Preserving Paradise with Ventura Land Trust   The Historic Traverler: www.thehistorictraveler.com   References: 18 Great North American Cities: www.thehistorictraveler.com/guide 20 Great International Cities: www.thehistorictraveler.com/guideNA   Contact Paul Ward: 805-479-5004 paul@homeandranchteam.com   Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com A special THANK YOU to our sponsor, OPUS Escrow! On the Road with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor OPUS Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures that On the Road provides viewers and listeners with the best possible episodes.

This podcast is filled with information from experts that will make buying, financing and managing expenses along with keeping your home and rental spaces safe and healthy.  Karen & Janet start off with buying and rental opportunities in Ventura County, Joe Parisi  from rate Mortgage is their first guest with good news on rates plus essential information on how to manage your FICO score, Joe has the info you need.  To close out the podcast Greg Powell of Emerson Building Energy Services introduces us to a variety of devices that provide you with security cameras, mold detectors, leak detectors, CO detectors and more.  Listen in and find how you can make these cost-effective devices in your home!  Another awesome podcast from Girls On The Air! 

In this episode of On the Road with Paul Ward, Paul visits Cornell Wine Company in Agoura Hills, CA, to chat with owner and proprietor Matt Morris. Matt shares how his passion for wine led him to acquire the business and gives insight into the history of Cornell Wine Company and its neighbor, the historic Old Place Restaurant. He explains what it means to be a sommelier  /səməlˈyā/ and explores the unique character of Southern California wines, often called “Story Driven Wines.” Matt also discusses the challenges faced by local growers, the different “seasons” of wine, and what's currently trending in the L.A. area. Paul admits to picking wine based on the label, and Matt explains why that's not necessarily a bad thing. Matt highlights the wine tastings and pairings at Cornell, including an upcoming Greek food and wine event, and the lively music nights featuring open mic, live performances, and standup comedy. He discusses the unique wines from the Malibu Coast, the influence of microclimates, and L.A.'s surprising Prohibition-era wine history. Matt offers helpful tips for discovering wines you'll love and pairing them with food. He also talks about the close-knit community at Cornell Wine Company and The Old Place, and how they supported the area after recent fires. Nestled near The Rock Store and Peter Strauss Ranch, Cornell Wine Company offers a “Country Light” escape with peacocks, donkeys, and a rich Hollywood history, including a former big cat training ground for the film industry. What you'll learn in this episode: 0:00 Welcome to On the Road and introduction of our guest, Matt Morris, owner proprietor of Cornell Wine Company 0:31 Matt Morris tells us where Cornell Wine Company is located 0:48 We learn from Matt what a sommelier is /səməlˈyā/ 1:22 The history of Cornell Wine Company as told by Matt Morris including the Old Place Restaurant, which is next door 4:47 How Matt's passion for wine started and how he acquired the business 6:11 Paul and Matt discuss Southern California wines, why they are sometimes called, “Story Driven Wines,” and how they make their way to Cornell Wine Company 7:04 Local growers and challenges they have recently faced 9:06 Wines have different “seasons,”and what's in vogue in the L.A. area right now 10:21 Paul admits he buys a bottle of wine based on the label, Matt gives us insight on why this is good and why this isn't always great 11:46 Wine tastings and pairings at Cornell Wine Company- Including the upcoming first pairing with Greek food and wine 13:33 The music nights at Cornell Wine Company including Friday performances, open mic and even standup comedy nights 14:04 Matt tells us about the wines that come out of the Malibu Coast based on microclimates and a super interesting fact about L.A, Prohibition and wine-making 16:16 Matt explains the concept behind a wine with a Malibu label that was made outside of Malibu 17:32 Tips on how to best find wines that you enjoy and what food pair well with those 18:43 The community of people who work at Cornell Wine Company and The Old Place Restaurant next door are like a family 19:53 Other items that Cornell Wine Company offers at their gift shop 20:17 Matt tells us about the community outreach done by Cornell Wine Company and The Old Place after the recent fires in the area 21:15 The awesome location of Cornell Wine Company near The Rock Store and Peter Strauss Ranch, complete with peacocks and donkeys, making it a “Country Light” experience outside of L.A. 22:57 Movies filmed in the area as well as a big cat sanctuary back in the day for training animals in movies 23:47 The schedule every month at Cornell Wine Company 24:18 A special thank you our sponsor: Opus Escrow   Watch the full episode HERE   Related Episodes: Music, History & Magic: The Story of Tiny Porch Concerts at Peter Strauss Ranch Desert Dreams: The Palms, Wonder Valley's Artistic Oasis Pedalers Fork: Where Bikes, Brews, and Bites Collide   Cornell Wine Co. 29975 Mulholland Rd. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 818-575-7010 www.cornellwineco.com   Contact Paul Ward: 805-479-5004 paul@homeandranchteam.com   Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com   A special THANK YOU to our sponsor, OPUS Escrow! On the Road with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor OPUS Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures that On the Road provides viewers and listeners with the best possible episodes.

Karen & Janet start off this podcast with buying and rental opportunities that are on the market right now in Ventura County.  Their first guest is The Reverse Mortgage Queen, Shelly Wells.  Learn what a reverse mortgage will do for you with the expert... money for retirement vacations and home care policies, cash to build an ADU, home improvements too.  Next up is Lauren Glick owner of The Stretch Lab in Camarillo and Ventura.  Lauren tells her story about discovering Stretch Lab after she retired from Fire Fighting, these techniques started to help victims of MS and Polio and are now used for everyday health and wellness, located in Camarillo & Ventura.  Tamara Rossie Molina wraps up the podcast to chat about warranties on everything in your home from AC & Heating to washers, dryers, the fridge and more.  Appliances do not last like they used to and a home warranty will save you money and avoid the stress of finding a tech or buying new appliances, Shelly has worked with warranties for 38 years!  Another informative podcast from Girls On The Air!

In this special episode, originally recorded for Our Ventura TV, Rebecca Evans and Vicente Nicario speak with George Alger about the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, discussing how this federally-funded organization connects employers with skilled workers and helps job seekers find career opportunities at no cost. Rebecca explains their efforts to raise awareness about their services through local media and partnerships, while Vicente details the resources available at their America's Job Centers, including workshops, computer access, and career navigation assistance for adults 18 and above. They outline how the board focuses on priority sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and technology while addressing employment barriers through specialized training programs and on-the-job opportunities designed to create sustainable career pathways for Ventura County residents.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Savvides, an entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Ventura County FC—the first-ever MLS Next Pro team in Ventura County. Michael's journey is anything but ordinary. Originally from South Africa, he built a career that spans engineering, tech, and healthcare, leading multiple successful businesses, including Quick Med Diagnostics, which skyrocketed during the pandemic.But beyond business, Michael is deeply passionate about sports and community-building. As a key figure behind Ventura County FC, he's on a mission to put the region on the soccer map, fostering a team that represents local talent, inclusivity, and the growing love for soccer in the U.S.We dive into his entrepreneurial mindset, how he's approached scaling companies and securing investments, and why he believes sports are the next big frontier for business and culture. Whether you're a soccer fan, an entrepreneur, or someone looking for inspiration on how to turn big ideas into reality, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

California mom Sherri Dally's routine Monday Target run took a shocking turn when a woman flashing a badge approached her in the Ventura County store's parking lot. Wooga Junes Journey : https://wooga-junes-journey.onelink.me/M4rK/de6f3d47?c=jj_us_mobile_proseeders_uspodcast_killerinstinct_jan25 Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPod Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode I have Ventura based native storyteller & educator, tribal spiritual adviser, Native American activist, Chumash canoe paddler, and tribal elder in the Fernandeno Tataviam & Ventureno Chumash tribes, Alan Salazar, join me on the show. He is an absolute living legend for his contributions to Native American heritage and education. We chat about his first meaningful memories out in nature, how his father played a major role in him embracing his indigenous roots at a young age,, top mountains &  trails in SoCal, the importance of revitalizing tribal culture along with wildlife and native plants, what the Chumash and Tataviam tribes were most known for, the importance of storytelling in tribal culture, presiding over the burial of celebrity mountain lion P22, tribal wisdom & tips when exploring out in nature, the history of building Chumash canoes and being featured in a Patagonia film, his once in a lifetime experience of being apart of the first canoe crossing to Channel Islands in over 150 years, how tribal people built California, and the one outdoor experience he would relive all over again. Shout out to the Museum of Ventura County for graciously allowing us to record this episode in their beautiful outdoor patio courtyard! This museum is a true gem, preserving and celebrating the rich history, art, and culture of Ventura County. Make sure to give their museum a visit in downtown Ventura. Watch Youtube video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlTXEVB-Y4YShop Alan's tribal story books on https://www.sunspritehandwork.com/Watch Patagonia Film feat. Alan Salazar on https://tinyurl.com/mrxzedh6Visit and check out the Museum of Ventura County on https://venturamuseum.org/ and follow on https://www.instagram.com/museumofventuracounty/Follow Just Trek on IG https://www.instagram.com/just.trek/Support Just Trek on Patreon ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/justtrek⁠⁠Shop Just Trek merch on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net/shop⁠⁠Listen to more podcast episodes on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net⁠⁠Want to send me a message? Email me at ⁠⁠justtrekofficial@gmail.com⁠⁠ or DM on Instagram @just.trek

Tune in as we explore SkillUp Ventura County, an innovative program offering residents free online skills training and certification opportunities. In this episode, Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, leads a discussion with key partners. Joining her are the team from Managed Career Solutions (MCS) and special guest Kerry Twomey from Metrix Learning. Discover how this two-year-old program has already helped nearly 1,800 residents complete over 13,000 courses, representing more than 4,000 hours of training. Learn about success stories of participants who've secured better employment opportunities, sometimes being hired on the spot thanks to their new skills. Whether you're looking to change careers, advance in your current field, or simply expand your skillset, this episode reveals how SkillUp Ventura County provides accessible, flexible, and completely free online training that aligns with local industry needs.

Ready to uncover the secret driving EXP's brokerage revolution? In this episode of the Morales Group Show, we sit down with longtime Ventura County broker, Jorge De Leon, to discuss how EXP is reshaping the real estate landscape for agents everywhere. If you're stuck in a traditional brokerage model and wondering whether there's a better way to earn residual income, build true agent support, and embrace a modern real estate approach, this conversation is for you.Here's what you'll learn:➡️ Why Jorge, with decades of experience managing large offices and working in escrow, chose to join EXP over opening his own mom-and-pop brokerage.➡️ How Ventura County roots and hands-on industry insights led him to question outdated systems and search for a next-generation solution.➡️ The specific ways EXP supports agents through collaboration, lower overhead, and a structure designed to help you build wealth beyond traditional commission splits.➡️ Tips for asking the right questions and overcoming doubts when switching from a traditional model to a modern brokerage.If you're curious about EXP vs. traditional offices, eager to transform your career, or simply want to see how top agents are thriving in a changing market, this episode will give you a fresh perspective. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on innovative real estate strategies. Let us know your thoughts below—join the conversation about the future of brokerage!

Tune in as we explore SkillUp Ventura County, an innovative program offering residents free online skills training and certification opportunities. In this episode, Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, leads a discussion with key partners. Joining her are the team from Managed Career Solutions (MCS) and special guest Kerry Twomey from Metrix Learning. Discover how this two-year-old program has already helped nearly 1,800 residents complete over 13,000 courses, representing more than 4,000 hours of training. Learn about success stories of participants who've secured better employment opportunities, sometimes being hired on the spot thanks to their new skills. Whether you're looking to change careers, advance in your current field, or simply expand your skillset, this episode reveals how SkillUp Ventura County provides accessible, flexible, and completely free online training that aligns with local industry needs.

On today's episode we talk about last Saturday's Sacramento Republic pre-season game vs Ventura County (the former Los Dos) of MLS Next Pro, Luke who formerly played for the Republic Academy and is now playing with the Earthquakes Academy talks about his time with the Academy, Tower Bridge Battalion membership, and more! Golazos of Gratitude Music: The following music was used for this media project: Music: Nice Light Of Happiness by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7421-nice-light-of-happiness License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Image: Sac Republic FC Support State of the Republic by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/state-of-the-republic

In this episode of The Infinite Rabbit Hole, we explore the mysterious Lagol Incident in Ventura County, California. The hosts discuss OSAP and BAASS investigations, skepticism around UFOs, and the government's UAP stance. They also touch on Sean Ryan's podcast controversies and share tales of rural mysteries and military life.Patreon.com/InfiniteRabbitHole

California's housing market has been rocked by recent wildfires, including those in Pacific Palisades and Ventura County. In this episode, we dive deep into how wildfires in California are reshaping real estate trends in 2025. With thousands of displaced homeowners, increased wildfire housing demand, and a growing insurance crisis, the effects are rippling across the state.We explore how Ventura County's real estate market is being impacted as former Palisades residents look for more affordable homes. With supply and demand imbalances causing prices to rise, this shift is affecting both homebuyers and renters. We'll also discuss critical topics like insurance cancellations in California's high-risk areas and what rebuilding after wildfires entails for homeowners.Join Jose Luis Morales and I as we share insights on surviving and thriving in the shifting California real estate market. Be sure to like this episode and subscribe for more updates!

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In this episode, we're diving into the impact of the recent LA wildfires on homeowners and real estate agents. From the devastation in Palisades to what it means for the real estate market in Ventura County and beyond, we're breaking it all down.I'll share real insights on how the fires affect the housing market, including how wildfires impact home values, property insurance, and even the rental market. Whether you're a homeowner wondering what's next or a real estate agent looking to better serve your community, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and advice.We'll cover:• The effect of LA wildfires on the housing market• What homeowners need to know about rebuilding after LA wildfires• How California wildfire insurance plays a major role in recovery• Ways real estate agents can help fire victims and provide valueAs always, my goal is to help you navigate these challenging times and provide clarity on how the real estate market adjusts to crises like this. If you're a homeowner or an agent in Ventura County or anywhere impacted by these fires, this episode is for you.

Sadie Engelhardt returns to the podcast today.  Back on the podcast is the 18-year-old American track and field mega-star from Ventura, California.  Sadie is a senior at Ventura High School, where she has had a storied career and is considered one of the best high school runners ever.  The NC State commit (and only the third girls competitor from California to be named Gatorade Best Player of the Year) has excelled in both cross country and track and field. Most recently, she came in 11th at the Girls XC Nationals on December 7. She has also maintained a 4.59 GPA in the classroom.  Sadie has even found time to volunteer locally on behalf of Runners For Public Lands, helping to clean trails and other places to run around Ventura County. With all that said, it's the oval where she truly separates herself from the rest. Her PRs include times of 2:03.46 in the 800m, 4:08.86 in the 1500m, 4:28.46 in the mile, and 9:50.69 in the 3200m. The aforementioned mile time was a national high school record in the outdoor mile. Sadie has had three consecutive 1,600m state titles, and she helped her school win a state championship in the 4x800 relay. In 2024, Sadie ran in her first professional outdoor meet at The TEN, where she stunned the world by running a 4:09.7 in the 1500m. She then zeroed in on three professional meets to try and make the Olympic qualifying standard, and at the Portland Track Festival on June 9 she pulled off a 4:08.86 in the 1500m, earning her spot at the qualifier–becoming the third high school athlete to ever qualify for the 1500m in the Olympics. While Sadie only competed in the preliminary round, it was a valuable experience for this rising phenom to keep in her arsenal.  In today's conversation, Sadie shares reflections from her XC season, her hopes and dreams for the 2025 track season, insights from her training, how she plans to go out with a bang in HS, and so much more.  Sadie is truly doing unprecedented things in the sport, and it's always a privilege to sit down with her and have a meaningful conversation with her.  Tap into the Sadie Engelhardt special.   If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.  If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W  N O T E S -Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run  -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News.  L.A Fires: Most serious weather warning issued for parts of region. Crews stop forward progress of fast-moving brush fire in Ventura County. DA announces wildfire looting, arson arrests; life sentences possible. California Wildfires: Governor Gavin Newsom adds Los Angeles wildfire relief, recovery to ‘Trump-proof' special; session agenda.

Had Attorney General Merrick Garland moved faster, there's a pretty good chance that now President-elect Donald Trump would be facing serious consequences in the 2020 election interference case. The report by Special Council Jack Smith was released early today and indicates that Smith had enough evidence to convict Trump. Smith also writes that Trump‘s reelection and Constitutional protections for presidents make it impossible to move forward with the prosecution of that case. Smith also wrote that evidence shows the January 6th Capitol attack was Trump's doing. We will welcome Pulitzer Prize winning author and investigative journalist David Cay Johnston to the show.We'll check in on Southern California as a new fire in Ventura County cropped up in strong winds yesterday. New data indicates the Los Angeles fires may be the most expensive disaster in American history. Tech Tuesday brings Jefferson Graham by to talk about the latest gadgets.The Mark Thompson Show 1/15/25Patreon subscribers are the backbone of the show! If you'd like to help, here's our Patreon Link:https://www.patreon.com/themarkthompsonshowMaybe you're more into PayPal.  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=PVBS3R7KJXV24And you'll find everything on our website: https://www.themarkthompsonshow.com

Gary and Shannon are out and Mark Thompson fills in. Mark Thompson has the latest on the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and the fire in Ventura County.

Gary and Shannon are out and Mark Thompson fills in. Mark Thompson has the latest on the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and the fire in Ventura County.

Gary and Shannon are out and Mark Thompson fills in. Mark Thompson has the latest on the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and the fire in Ventura County.

Gary and Shannon are out and Mark Thompson fills in. Mark Thompson has the latest on the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and the Auto Fire in Ventura County.  

Winds in Southern California could reach 70 mph in some areas, a week after the devastating wildfires first broke out. It comes amid a new fire in Ventura County, which forced more evacuations.As thousands cope with losing their homes in the California wildfires, they have to think about what's next and if they want to rebuild. For those whose homes survived, there is fear of losing insurance coverage because of where they live. CBS News' national consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi explains.With President Biden preparing to leave office, "CBS Mornings" visits his home state of Delaware — where he attended school and launched his political career — to hear from residents about his lasting impact.Just after midnight Wednesday, a SpaceX rocket is scheduled to lift off, carrying a pair of lunar landers that will try to touch down on the moon in the coming months. One was built by a Japanese company and the other was built by a Texas company. Their mission is to carefully lower to the lunar surface and deliver 10 payloads for NASA.Chef, entrepreneur and bestselling author Ayesha Curry expands her empire into publishing with "Sweet July Books," an imprint dedicated to diverse voices. The first novel, "Honeysuckle and Bone" by Trisha Tobias, follows a young woman discovering dark secrets in Jamaica. They join "CBS Mornings."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of All Things Wildfire, host OP Almaraz welcomes John Mills, the founder of Watch Duty, a groundbreaking app for wildfire alerts. John shares his personal journey, starting with his life off the grid in Sonoma County and how his first-hand experiences with wildfires inspired him to create a tool that could save lives. Watch Duty is designed to provide real-time, detailed wildfire information that goes far beyond traditional alerts, offering users clear, actionable insights to protect their lives and property. John discusses the app's growth, its unique features, its impact on first responders and residents, and exciting developments on the horizon. He also opens up about his commitment to the nonprofit model, the passion driving his work, and the collaborative efforts with government agencies and private entities. Episode Highlights: Origins of Watch Duty: John Mills recounts how living off-grid in Sonoma County exposed him to the dangers of wildfires. His frustration with the lack of accessible, reliable information sparked the idea for Watch Duty. What Makes Watch Duty Unique: Provides a narrative from ignition to extinguishment, giving users detailed context, including maps, evacuation routes, and wind conditions. Designed for ease of use during high-stress situations, offering clarity and actionable data. From Wildfire Alerts to Broader Disaster Coverage: Watch Duty is expanding to include data on floods, air quality, and tsunamis, aiming to become a comprehensive platform for natural disaster alerts. Collaboration with First Responders: Many firefighters and emergency managers use Watch Duty for its real-time data. The app is now being integrated into county-level fire maps in areas like Orange County, Ventura County, and LA County. Impressive Growth: 7.2 million yearly active users in 2024, a 4x increase from the previous year. Raised $2 million through Google.org funding and $2 million through memberships and donations. Radical Transparency and Nonprofit Model: Watch Duty is a nonprofit with a focus on transparency, publishing annual reports to show donors how funds are used. Only 2.5% of users pay for memberships, yet donations support millions of users. John's Personal Dedication: John has self-funded much of the app's development, investing $1 million of his own money and working without a salary for years to ensure its success. Looking Ahead: New features like enhanced wind and fire forecasting tools, expanded geographic coverage, and professional tools for utilities and emergency teams are in the pipeline. Show Notes: Introduction (00:01–01:19): OP introduces John Mills and Watch Duty's mission. John's Origin Story (01:19–06:01): John shares his first wildfire experiences and how they led to the app's creation. Features and Growth (12:41–15:06): Discussion on Watch Duty's unique offerings and its user growth. Collaboration with First Responders (29:03–31:25): How Watch Duty supports emergency professionals. Future Developments (18:39–22:14): Plans for expanding Watch Duty's scope to cover other natural disasters. Closing Notes (43:33–46:21): John encourages listeners to prepare for disasters and support Watch Duty's mission. Resources: Download Watch Duty: Available on app stores for wildfire alerts. Support Watch Duty: Make a donation or become a member to help sustain and grow the platform. Spread the Word: Share Watch Duty with friends and family to ensure more people benefit from its life-saving information. Quote of the Episode: "Watch Duty optimizes for time in life, not time in the app." – John Mills

VENTURA COUNTY WILD FIRE AND IS THIS CLIMATE CHANGE?:  1/4: A Future in Flames Paperback –by  Danielle Clode  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Future-Flames-Danielle-Clode/dp/0648140776 Fire has shaped the Australian landscape and the lives of Australians for thousands of years—and will continue to do so as the climate changes. For all our advances in prevention and prediction, planning and communication, bushfires keep claiming our lives and our homes. How can we avoid another Ash Wednesday or Black Saturday?Danielle Clode has lived in the bushfire danger zone and studied the past and recent history of fire management and fire-fighting. Here she tells the complex story of Australia's relationship with fire, from indigenous practices to country fire brigades and royal commissions—as well as her own story of living with the threat of fire. A Future in Flames is a vivid history, a sombre reflection and an invaluable guide for living and dealing with fire. 1968 NSW https://www.sacbee.com/news/california/fires/article295298804.htmlA CU

VENTURA COUNTY WILD FIRE AND IS THIS CLIMATE CHANGE?: 3 /4: A Future in Flames Paperback –by  Danielle Clode  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Future-Flames-Danielle-Clode/dp/0648140776 Fire has shaped the Australian landscape and the lives of Australians for thousands of years—and will continue to do so as the climate changes. For all our advances in prevention and prediction, planning and communication, bushfires keep claiming our lives and our homes. How can we avoid another Ash Wednesday or Black Saturday?Danielle Clode has lived in the bushfire danger zone and studied the past and recent history of fire management and fire-fighting. Here she tells the complex story of Australia's relationship with fire, from indigenous practices to country fire brigades and royal commissions—as well as her own story of living with the threat of fire. A Future in Flames is a vivid history, a sombre reflection and an invaluable guide for living and dealing with fire. 1926 SOUTH AUSTRALIA https://www.sacbee.com/news/california/fires/article295298804.htmlA CU