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Community Matters features guest interviews to discuss topics of interest to the Santa Cruz Community. We aim to help people better understand important local issues and learn how to get involved to make a positive difference. Please listen and call in to join the discussions. Listen to Community Matters live every Friday from 2:00pm to 4:00 pm PT on https://santacruzvoice.com
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"Selling Fort Collins with Greg Roeder" is a must-listen podcast for anyone interested in the thriving real estate market of Fort Collins, Colorado. Hosted by Greg Roeder, a seasoned real estate expert with nearly two decades of experience, this podcast delves deep into the local property landscape, offering valuable insights for both buyers and sellers. Each episode features engaging discussions with local entrepreneurs, industry professionals, city officials, and community leaders, sheddin ...
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October 31, 2025 Interviews re: BESS Issues with Supervisor Glenn Church, Nina Audino and Brian Roeder
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1:54:29Hour One: Supervisor Glenn Church discusses importance of proposed BESS moratorium in Monterey County to enable careful drafting of BESS Ordinance; Nina Audino (Stop Lithium BESS in Santa Cruz County) discusses safety problems with current lithium BESS technology and what Santa Cruz County Draft BESS Ordinance could include to protect public safety…
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November 14, 2025 Interview with Tom Ginsburg: 3720 Capitola Road Project; Interview with Nina Beety: MBARI's harmful sonar mapping project
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1:55:00Hour One: Interview with Capitola Resident Tom Ginsburg: how the Bulb Ave. neighborhood has come together to present reasonable, fact-based discussions to the Capitola City Council as large, dense development projects are proposed (philosophy of BRIMBY...Be Respectful In My BackYard). The Capitola City Council's actions were responsive. Hour Two: I…
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November 7, 2025 Hour 1: Discussion of Santa Cruz County BESS; Hour 2: Vets 4 Vets Interview
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1:55:07Hour 1: News about release of Santa Cruz County's new rules for siting potentially flammable and explosive large battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in neighborhoods. Info from Nina Audion, leader of Stop Lithium BESS in Santa Cruz County. Hour 2: Interview with Wendy Core, Michael Lovejoy, and Travis DeYoung from Vets 4 Vets. How local V…
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October 17, 2025 Interview of Sandy Lydon on the Anniversary of the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake
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1:53:59Hour One and Hour Two: Today, 36 years ago, the Loma Prieta Earthquake shook the land and souls of our area. Centered in Nisene Marks State Park in Aptos but reverberating into the Bay Area, it was a BIG event that many remember. I am honored to host Mr. Sandy Lydon, local historian, for the full two hours as my Guest, describing what happened that…
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October 10, 2025 Hour 1: Update re: BESS in Santa Cruz County; HHour 2: Barak Laub and Jess T. Rising Worldwide & Film View
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1:55:39Hour 1: Santa Cruz County Supervisors plan to vote on new County battery energy storage system (BESS) projects next month. Why is 3CE supporting dangerous lithium BESS projects in our area. Status of 90 Minto Rd. BESS project in permit process. Hour 2: Barak Laub discusses his film " how he learned about foreign orphanages bringing in big money fro…
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October 3, 2025 BESS Update for SC; Kris Kirby & Oregon; Marta & Ilea Buliach on Watsonville Homelssnes Plan
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1:54:54Hour 1: Program dedicated to Jondi Gumz, RIP Excellent Reporter. https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/obituaries/jolande-gumz-scotts-valley/ Updates re: BESS update in Santa Cruz County: Urgent action needed! Attend the October 8 Panel of expert discussion regarding the truth behind what happened at the Moss Landing Battery Fire (See CASI Monterey htt…
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September 26, 2025 Hour One: Scott Smith/ Blue Shirt Justice League: Truth Behind the Moss Landing Battery Fire Disaster; Hour Two: David Hurwitz / CASI: Oct. 8 Briefing on "Meltdown in Moss Landing"
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1:54:09Hour One: Guest Scott Smith discusses the Moss Landing Battery Fire and the disturbing pattern of unacceptable response from agencies responsible for public safety and disaster response, urging people to work together to demand accountability and action. Preliminary soil samples align with the Never Again Moss Landing sampling data and Dr. Ivan Aie…
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Sept. 19, 2025 Interview Hour One: Arukah Project & Human Trafficking; Hour Two: Santa Cruz County Long Term Recovery Group & CZU Fire/Flood Rebuilding
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1:54:37Hour One: Leaders of Arukah Project talk about sex trafficking in Santa Cruz County, the need for prevention and training responders to recognize the signs of trafficking, and the challenge of being able to support increasing numbers of calls for help from victims wanting to escape and local agencies needing help with supporting human trafficking v…
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Sept. 5, 2025 Interviews: Hour One: Dori Rose Inda, CEO of Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds; Hour 2: Dr. Matt Wetstein and Ms. Kristin Fabos, Cabrillo College
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1:53:53Hour One: New CEO of Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Ms. Dori Rose Inda, discusses her background at Salud para la Gente and social work, and now in her new role as CEO of the Fairgrounds. What will be new for the County Fair...opening next week! Followed by a separate discussion by Host Becky re: Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire site clean up, deve…
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August 29, 2025 Hour One Interview with Andy Caldwell "Voice of Reason" Host re: Nipomo BESS; Discussion of Scott Smith Presenting Dioxin Test Results at Moss Landing Battery Fire Area
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1:52:53Hour One: Interview with Andy Caldwell, COLAB in Santa Barbara County re: Caballero Battery Energy Storage Site (BESS) approved by fire chief and planning commission because there was no ordinance in place. https://santamariatimes.com/opinion/guest/what-blows-up-in-nipomo-doesn-t-stay-in-nipomo-andy-caldwell/article_53f44592-e3fb-11ef-8f10-d39447ad…
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August 22, 2025 Hour One: Interview with Monterey County Supervisor Glenn Church re: Moss Landing Vistra Fire ; Hour Two: Felton Fire District Chief Blum and Board: the Fire District's Futurerict
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1:59:26Hour One: Summary of Santa Cruz County Supervisor Actions re: grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects and draft ordinance, and Commission on the Environment Final BESS Workshop. Second District Monterey County Supervisor Glenn Church discusses the current progress to clean up the Moss Landing 300 Vistra Battery Fire site, regulati…
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August 15, 2025 Interview with Dr. Michael Hogan (Ca Arts & Sciences Institute) re: Oct. 8 Impacts of Lithium BESS Event; Mr. John Hassar: Invinity non-lithium BESS
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1:53:52Hour One: Dr. Michael Hogan describes the October 8 CASI event to provide an impartial expert panel discussion to educate the public on the impacts of lithium BESS on health, soils and the integration within the electrical grid. https://casicalifornia.org/ Mr. John Hasar, representing Invinity discusses non-lithium flow battery technology and how i…
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August 8, 2025 Interview with Ed Mitchell, Lead Ivestigator for Never Again Moss Landing
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1:54:25HOur One: Ed Mitchel outlines lessons learned from the Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire Disaster and offers suggestions for actions that County residents need to take as permitting of the 90 Minto Road Lithium Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) moves forward with permitting...to insist our public safety is protected! Hour Two: Discussion of today…
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August 1, 2025 Hour One: Interview with Roxanne and David re: RTC Demands to Mobile Home Park Residents in Capitola to Move; Second Hour: Felton Fire Dept. Issues; Lithium BESS Updates
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1:52:57Hour One: Guests Roxanne and David discuss the update on the Santa Cruz Regional Transportation Commission's (RTC) demand of Castle Estates and Blue & Gold Star Mobile Home owners whose homes, according to the RTC, encroach into the rail corridor and must be moved...or else. Hour Two: Brief discussion of LAFCO's Report on Felton Fire Protection Dis…
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July 18, 2025 Full Interview with Regional Transportation Commission CEO Sarah Christensen re: Highway One and Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line Projects
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1:54:33This is the complete interview for both hours, with Hour One devoted to RTC Sarah Christensen. Hour Two: Discussion of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) issues.By communitymatters
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July 25, 2025 Hour One: Discussion of State Fire Marshal BESS Fire Safety Symposium; Hour Two: Continued BESS Discussion & Rail Trail Info
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1:53:36Hour One: What were the takeaways of the July 24, 2025 State Fire Marshal Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Fire Safety Symposium? Fire Officials can be driving the local BESS Ordinance for public and firefighter safety. Questionable claims by EPA of inability to calibrate equipment at Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire. Fire Safety Symposium: htt…
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July 18, 2025 Hour ONe: Discussion of Battery Energy Storage Issues; Hour Two: Interview With Ms. Sarah Christensen, CEO Santa Cruz RTC re: passenger rail and highway projects.
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1:54:33Hour One: Discussion of recent public meetings by Never Again Moss Landing https://neveragainmosslanding.org/ and Stop Lithium BESS in Santa Cruz County https://www.stoplithiumbessinsantacruz.org/ and why it is important to boycott 3CE by Opting OUT: https://3cenergy.org/billing/energy-choices/opt-out/ Hour Two: Interview with Ms. Sarah Christensen…
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July 11, 2025 Interview with Ms. Skylar Sacoolas of GreenAction...Helping Moss Landing After the Vistra Battery Fire
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1:54:07Hour One: Ms. Skylar Sacoolas describes GreenAction and what she is doing to support the residents injured by the 2025 Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire. https://greenaction.org/ https://neveragainmosslanding.org/ Hour Two: Continued discussion of lithium battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects proposed in Santa Cruz County with caller Ms Nin…
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June 27, 2025 Hour 1: Interview With Brian Peoples, Trail Now; Hour 2: Interview With Brian Roeder, Never Again Moss Landing Update/Nina Audino, Stop Lithium BESS in Santa Cruz County
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1:54:23Hour One: Brian Peoples of Trail Now discusses recent RTC passenger rail feasibility study of $4.28 Billion Project and why rail banking and trail only should be prioritized. Caller Cami Corvin discusses related encroachment problems for Capitola mobile home park residents and updates. Hour Two: Brian Roeder of Never Again Moss Landing updates abou…
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June 13, 2025 1st Hour: Mr. Ed Mitchell, Lead Investigator for Never Again Moss Landing..why did agencies fail to respond? 2nd Hour, discussing proposed grid-scale lithium BESS in Watsonville
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1:54:19Hour One: Lead Investigator Mr. Ed Mitchell discusses lack of planning and response from EPA on January 16, 2025 Moss Landing BESS Fire, how he was affected and what people need to do now. https://neveragainmosslanding.org/ Hour Two: Host Becky Steinbruner discusses history of Santa Cruz County's three proposed Battery Energy Storage Site (BESS) pr…
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June 6, 2025 Hour One: Tim Richards re: Appeal of 151' Cell Tower in Bonny Doon; Hour Two: Jami Wallace re: Similarities in Agency Actions in East Palestine, OH and Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire
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1:54:31Hour One: Guest Tim Richards discusses his rural Community's hard work to push back on having a 151' tall cell phone tower built in their backyard. Scheduled as Item #10 on the June 10 Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisor agenda, the Community of Bonny Doon will push back on the appeal before the Board that was launched by CTI. The Planning Commis…
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May 30, 2025 Interviews Hour 1: Sally Arnold with Friends of Rail & Trail; Hour 2: Brian Roeder with Never Again Moss Landing
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1:59:00Hour One: Sally Arnold describes Friends of Rail & Trail, recent opening of new trail serving the Westside, actions yet to come. https://www.railandtrail.org/ Hour Two: Brian Roeder describes Never Again Moss Landing results of Scientist Panel discussion held in Moss Landing, and the June 2 "Bigger Than Moss Landing" event with national science exp…
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May 23, 2025 Hour One: Never Again Moss Landing BESS and Santa Cruz County BESS Politics; Hour Two: Barry Branin re: Morro Bay BESS and Activism
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1:54:28Hour One: Never Again Moss Landing Event with Scientists on May 24 and discussion about three proposed BESS sites for Santa Cruz County..keeping pressure on elected officials to listen to the people! Hour Two: Barry Branin, Protect El Estero Bay and the Morro Bay City Council's two-year moratorium on new BESS ...not all San Luis Obispo County Board…
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May 16, 2025 Hour One: What did the Santa Cruz City Coucil Approve re: Downtown Expansion Plan? Hour 2: Stop Lithium BESS in Santa Cruz County; Life After Moving Out of California
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1:54:05Hour One: Gillian Greensite, Frank Barron & Keresha Durham discuss what the Santa Cruz City Council approved May 13 relating to the City's Downtown Expansion Plan for South of Laurel. How tall could the future buildings be around the new Arena? Three city blocks slated for demolition, but how much affordable housing will there actually be? Hour Two…
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May 9, 2025 Interview with Frank Barron and Keresha Durham re: Santa Cruz City Downtown Explansion Plan Souht of Laurel Area
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1:54:25Both hours devoted to discussing this massive and monumental project to convert 29 acres in Downtown Santa Cruz, South of Laurel. The Santa Cruz City Council will consider this project May 13, making decisions that could forever change the character of Santa Cruz with buildings as high as 16-24 feet tall in an area prone to liquefaction and floodin…
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1st Hour: Ross Gibson re: Redman-Hirahara Farmstead Importance of Preservation; 2nd Hour: Brian Roeder re: Never Again Moss Landing & Nina Audino re: Stop Lithium BESS in Santa Cruz County
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1:53:311st Hour: Ross Gibson discusses County Historic Resources Commission's unnecessary quick action to de-list Redman-Hirahara Farmstead from the National Historic Registry and why preservation is critical of this iconic 1897 Victorian designed by William Weeks and highlighting the action Watsonville residents took to help the Hirahara Family keep thei…
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April 25, 2025 Interview 1) Karell Reader re: Redman/Hirahara Farmstead Preservation, 2) John Hall & Lira Filippini re: Our Downtown, Our Future and the downtown parking garage/library, farmer mkt mkt
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1:55:111st Hour: Karell Reader describes the rich history of the Redman/Hirahara Farmstead, how residents rallied to help the Hirahara family and other Japanese-American citizens keep their land after imprisoned in WWII, The Foundation's attempt to preserve it, and now the County's drive to delist it from the National Historic Registry to enable demolitio…
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April 18, 2025 Renee Flemming & Santa Cruz County Law Library; Coty Sifuentes-Winters & MidPen Eucalyptus Removals at Sierra Azul Preserve
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1:54:41First Hour: Santa Cruz County Law Librarian Ms. Renee Flemming describes what help and information are available to navigate various legal issues with or without an attorney, and how the Library was established in 1896 by a County Ordinance, and is funded and managed today. Second Hour: Mr. Coty Sifuentes-Winters, Vegetation Ecologist and Project M…
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April 11, 2025 First Hour interview with Ryan McCauley...MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District and wildflower hikes; Big developer now on Planning Comm.; Hour 2: Stop Lithium BESS event 4/14/25
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1:55:14First Hour: Ryan McCauley, MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District, discusses formation of the District in 1972, to acquire and protect 62,000 acres as 26 Preserves, most open to the public for hiking, funding second safe wildlife crossing under Hwy 17, and a pedestrian/equestrian overpass, and improvement projects supporting further trail system…
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April 4, 2025 Interview with Neil Pearlberg "Off the Lip" discussion of Senator John Laird about Moss Landing Battery Fire issues, Santa Cruz's character; Sean Dougherty Greens Say NO to Lithium BESS
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1:54:41First Hour: Neil Pearlberg talks about what happened following his podcast with Senator John Laird about Moss Landing Battery Fire; importance of civil and neutral "Off the Lip" public forums, convening a panel of experts to talk about lithium BESS alternatives, and wondering about why Downtown Santa Cruz is becoming full of high-rise buildings. Se…
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March 28, 2025 First Hour: Bryan Shields discusses Nor Cal Carpenters Union and UCSC construction issues; Second hour: Kris Kirby ... Oregon Fire Map resistance; Nina Audino: STOP Lithium BESS in SC
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1:54:06First Hour: Bryan Shields describes value and importance of Nor Cal Carpenters Union, Women in Construction Career Day (4/25), problems with W.E. O'Niel Construction Co. and ADCO Drywall & Metal Framing subcontractors at UCSC Hagar Construction Project. Urged letters to UC Regents to require working closely with local construction unions to include…
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March 21, 2025 Assemblymember Dawn Addis re: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Moss Landing Fire (2nd hour)
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1:54:42First Hour: Local topics re: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects proposed in Santa Cruz County, County Board of Supervisor issues, Watsonville Gateway Project causing Redman-Hirahara House de-listing from National Historic Registry with the support of County Historic Resources Commissioner. Second Hour: Assemblymember Dawn Addis describes…
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March 14, 2025 Ilyea Buliach, Marta Buliach and Catalina Torres discussing Watsonville City's Possible Fraudulent Actions re: Tiny Village
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1:54:32Watsonville City officials kept many City Councilmembers in the dark regarding Monterey County's $8million grant-funded plan to bus homeless to a low-barrier shelter in parking lot of a Watsonville neighborhood, allowing the Community Action Board to run it with no experience in doing so. The neighbors united, and appealed. Only two Council members…
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March 7, 2025 Hour One: Gillian Greensite: Workforce Housing Solutions Act Problems; Hour Two: Kris Kirby: Move Out of California
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1:54:29Hour One: Gillian Greensite discusses why Santa Cruz City's Workforce Housing Solutions Act initiative makes claims that local workers would have preference for affordable housing but the City of Santa Cruz cannot verify such a claim could be upheld because the Grand Jury "Housing for Whom?" investigative report showed the City fails to track who g…
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February 28, 2025 Interviews: Fire Chiefs Wilson and Filson; Santa Cruz City Workforce Housing Solutions Act Initiative
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1:54:33Hour One: CalFire/Santa Cruz County Fire Chief Jed Wilson and Chief Sam Filson discuss emergency response in unincorporated areas, CSA 48, proposed reorganization, proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility for Watsonville, and lessons from LA Fires. Hour Two: Elaine Johnson and Bruce Van Allen discuss Workforce Housing Solutions Act in…
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February 21, 2025 Moss Landing Battery Fire Update; Controversial Story of Watsonville City and Ceiba College Prep Charter School
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1:43:27Hour One: Initial difficulty with technology precluded Assemblymember Addis interview but discussion with Mr. Phillip Carranco, Regulation Policy Expert Phillip Carranco re: need for County Urgency Ordinance and lithium battery energy storage system (BESS) moratorium until Technical Advisory Committee can convene so that Ordinance is not bought and…
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From Hollywood to Fort Collins: Anders Lindwall’s Journey in Filmmaking
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52:24Filmmaker Anders Lindwall joins the show to share his journey from Michigan to Hollywood to Colorado. He discusses his experience working with big brands, collaborating with M. Night Shyamalan, and the making of his first feature film, “Green and Gold.” Topics explored in this episode: * Anders’ journey from making ski videos to becoming a filmmake…
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February 14, 2025 Santa Cruz City Downtown Expansion Plan; Battery Energy Fire Contamination Talk by Prof. Aiello,
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1:55:10Hour One: Santa Cruz City's Biggest Expansion Plans and Environmental Comment; Review of Feb. 14 Presentation at UCSC by Moss Landing Marine Lab Prof. Ivano Aiello showing significantly elevated levels of nickel, cobalt and manganese in soil samples of Hester Slough after the Moss Landing Vistra battery fire at Moss 300. Hour Two: Continued convers…
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January 31, 2025 Moss Landing BESS Discussion; Interview re: Thinking of Leaving CA?
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1:54:42Hour One: Interview with Tonya Rivera, "Never Again Moss Landing" about the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Fire and grassroots action. Hour Two: Interview with Kris Kirby and discussion about moving out of California...what to consider and how to do it.By communitymatters
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Greg & Sarah Roeder on Fort Collins’ Thriving Community
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1:24:26In this episode, Greg and Sarah Roeder dive deep into the Fort Collins real estate market, exploring trends, neighborhood insights, and what makes the area so special. They discuss the rise of luxury real estate, the unique draw of Fort Collins, and how multi-generational living is shaping the community. Sarah Roeder is an integral part of the Sell…
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Updates on Battery Energy Fire and Seahawk Project; Santa Cruz City Downtown Plan Expansion
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1:55:45Hour One: Update on "Never Again Moss Landing" group actions re: Moss Landing Vistra Fire, update on proposed Seahawk Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at 90 Minto Road in Watsonville, update on Santa Cruz County Fire Dept. Advisory Group formation. Hour Two:Rick Longinotti and Frank Barron discuss Santa Cruz City Downtown Expansion Plan…
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Building an International Outdoor Brand from Colorado with Jedd Rose of Topo Designs
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1:26:08In this episode, Greg Roeder dives into the world of outdoor lifestyle and brand development with Jedd Rose. Jedd Rose is the co-founder and creative visionary behind Topo Designs, a Colorado-based outdoor gear and apparel company known for its high-quality, versatile, and stylish products. Under Rose's leadership, Topo Designs has expanded its rea…
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Carl Pratt’s Hospitality Secrets from The Elizabeth Hotel
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1:09:58In this episode, Greg Roeder and guest Carl Pratt explore Carl’s unique hospitality career, The Elizabeth Hotel’s music-themed spaces, and its role as a community hub. Along the way, Carl shares heartfelt anecdotes, insights into local gems, and how the hotel creates memorable guest experiences. Carl Pratt is a lifelong hospitality guru with a knac…
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January 24, 2025 Interviews re: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Moss Landing Fire
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1:55:16First Hour: Barry Branin with Citizens for Estero Bay Preservation and fight against a BESS in Morro Bay. Second Hour: Phillip Carranco, Regulation Policy Expert and how local government can make more restrictive regulations for BESS projects in Santa Cruz County and at Moss Landing.By communitymatters
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Second Repair of January 17 Program
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1:58:17Hopefully, this version is clear and complete!By communitymatters
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The Future of Poudre School District with Brian Kingsley & Kevin Havelda
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1:31:02In this episode, Greg Roeder and guests Brian Kingsley and Kevin Havelda, both of Poudre School District (PSD), explore the district's transformative plans and initiatives. From the impact of ballot measure 4A to innovative career pathways and the future of school choice, this conversation highlights how PSD is shaping the future of education in Fo…
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Design Dreams in Fort Collins with Laura Arledge & Sean Tomlinson
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1:30:35In this episode, Greg Roeder and local designers Laura Arledge and Sean Tomlinson explore the intersection of creativity, functionality, and personal storytelling in home design. They discuss everything from blending hospitality-inspired elements into residential spaces to the value of working with local artisans for unique, sustainable designs. La…
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Real Estate, Tourism & Culture: Why Fort Collins Shines with Cynthia Eichler
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1:04:05In this episode, Greg Roeder and guest Cynthia Eichler explore what makes Fort Collins a standout community. They dive into its unique blend of outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and strong local connections. From Ram Talks (yep! Google it!) to the music district, this conversation uncovers the many reasons people are choosing Fort Collins a…
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Resilient Communities: Fort Collins' Growth Story with Martin Shields
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1:09:21In this episode, Greg Roeder and guest Martin Shields explore Fort Collins' economic resilience, housing affordability, and the role of renewable energy in shaping its future. Dr. Shields also shares insights about being a college professor and why Fort Collins is a magnet for young professionals and retirees alike. Martin Shields is a professor of…
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12/27/2024 Moving Out of California?
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1:54:22Guests Kristen Colishaw and Kris Kirby, longtime Santa Cruz County residents, both moved out of California in 2024. Both are fourth or fifth generation Californians. Why did they leave? Neither has regrets..find out why.By communitymatters
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