Cruzio Stories is a bi-weekly podcast from Cruzio Internet, sharing short conversations with the people who make Santa Cruz tick — entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, and creatives working out of the Cruzio coworking space. It’s not just tech talk — it’s real stories from the heart of a vibrant local community.
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Owning The Coast is your weekly deep dive into the people, places, and possibilities that make Santa Cruz one of the most inspiring places to live. Hosted by real estate pro Brandi Jones, mortgage and market expert Ryan Buckholdt, and insurance specialist Jerry Seagraves, the show blends their unique expertise with candid conversations and dynamic guests. Each week, you’ll hear stories that go beyond property lines — from navigating the local housing market to discovering hidden trails, tast ...
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Santa Cruz Roots, Skate Art, And A Leap Into A Creative Life w/ Scotty Greathouse
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What does it really take to leave a steady job and build a life in color? We sit down with Santa Cruz artist Scotty Greathouse to trace the leap from concrete trucks to murals, from surf-shop inspiration to a 160-foot Trader Joe’s wall in San Francisco. Scotty opens up about the turning point—a LinkedIn mural that made strangers stop and say this i…
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Episode 3: Equal Access: Building Digital Equity Across Santa Cruz
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A teacher once told us her biggest worry was the kids who stayed off camera because their connection couldn’t handle video. When those families finally got a stable line, a parent said, “At least now my child can see you.” That simple moment captures why digital equity isn’t abstract—it’s about face‑to‑face learning, access to care, and a fair shot…
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How Casey Hinchman Turned Loss, Debt, and Grit into Financial Freedom—and a Life That Works
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A stroke in a parking lot. A 500 credit score. An island in Panama. Our conversation with top 1% realtor and coach Kasey Hinchman is a masterclass in turning hard seasons into durable wins—without losing your health, marriage, or mind along the way. We dig into the real story behind the comeback: how overleveraged rentals and adjustable-rate loans …
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Beer, Grit, and Santa Cruz Roots w/ Shawd DeWitt
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What does it take to turn a life-altering surf injury into a thriving hospitality brand? We sit down with Santa Cruz local and entrepreneur Shawd DeWitt to trace the unlikely path from Rainbow Fin Company to Beer 30, Beer Mule, and the rebirth of The Trout Farm. The throughline isn’t hype—it’s standards, honesty, and a relentless customer-first min…
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Prospecting Like a Pro: How Not to Hate Sales w/ Jason Flynn
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When everyone's shouting that the sky is falling, that's precisely when savvy entrepreneurs find their greatest opportunities. In this illuminating conversation with Jason Flynn, Team Leader at Keller Williams Thrive, we explore how shifting markets separate the strategists from the panickers. Flynn reveals the truth behind the current real estate …
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Hammering Out the Truth: A Contractor's 30-Year Journey w/ Nico Ciancirullo
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What happens when Silicon Valley wealth meets Santa Cruz's laid-back coastal charm? Longtime local contractor Nico Ciancirullo pulls back the curtain on 30 years of building in one of California's most challenging construction markets. Having grown up in Corralitos with deep family roots in Santa Cruz, Nico offers a perspective that bridges old and…
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Hidden Santa Cruz: Local Secrets and Daily Rhythms
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What does it really mean to live in Santa Cruz County? Beyond the postcard-perfect beaches and world-famous surfing lies a complex, vibrant community that locals know intimately. In this candid conversation, three generations of Santa Cruz residents pull back the curtain on coastal living. The discussion tackles the realities of Highway 17 commutes…
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Wealth Building Through Real Estate: The New Tax Landscape w/ Chris Sheehy
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Numbers often hold hidden significance. In numerology, the letter B equals 28—the number of wealth. Perhaps that's why the "Big Beautiful Bill" seems destined to create financial opportunities, especially for homeowners and real estate investors. For California homeowners struggling with limited tax deductions since 2017, the increase in SALT (Stat…
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The Insider's Guide to Living and Buying in Monterey Bay
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Own the Coast, your insider's guide to navigating the unique real estate landscape of Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay area. As locals who've witnessed the region's evolution firsthand, we're cutting through the noise to reveal what it truly takes to live and buy in this coastal paradise. Our roundtable of experts…
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Episode 2: Hidden Fortress Coffee with Amelia Loftus
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Behind every cup of coffee is a story waiting to be told. For Amelia Loftus of Hidden Fortress Coffee, that story begins in a Vermont hippie commune and weaves through fashion design school, Greenpeace activism, and a transformative 10-month journey around the world. "It was on a veranda in Bali, looking over rice fields," Amelia recalls about her …
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Episode 1: Cruzio's James Hackett & Chris Frost
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Episode 1: Connecting People, Not Just Cables Guests: James Hackett (COO) & Chris “Frost” Frost (CTO) We’re kicking off Cruzio Stories with the people who helped build it — literally. In this first episode, we sit down with James Hackett and Chris “Frost” Frost, Cruzio’s longtime COO and CTO. Both of them started at the front desk more than 20 year…
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