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Send us Fan Mail CRISTINA MENDONSA spent 22 years as the evening news anchor at News 10.  A Carmichael native and a 30-year veteran in the world of news broadcasting, Mendonsa is currently the morning news anchor on the top morning show in Sacramento at KFBK and runs her own media company called Mendonsa Media. It is hard to believe that her and long-time co-anchor Dale Schornack sat in the News 1...

Send us Fan Mail BLAKE MCCALL has a great story to tell. McCall is the owner of the award winning Blake Charles Salon (formerly Joseph Cozza Salon) with locations in San Francisco and Granite Bay. Here is the best part. Going into the industry back in 2018, McCall knew nothing about hair salons. But what the Sacramento native was good at was professional development and what he has done in four ye...

Send us Fan Mail  KELLIE DeMARCO is a familiar face to many in the Sacramento area. For nearly nine years, DeMarco was the news anchor on KCRA Channel 3. Before Sacramento, she attended the University of Colorado and began her broadcasting career in Colorado Springs and Grand Junction before landing at Denver's KWGN. Once she got to Sacramento, it was clear that her talent shined as she earne...

Send us Fan Mail RYAN DUEY and his business partner Michael Garrett are the owners of PLUNGE (It's a bath that has filtered water that starts at 39 degrees). With their  business based out of Lincoln, California Duey and Garrett did something pretty unique. While at an X-Games Event, the duo was asked to go on the highly acclaimed show that entrepreneurs LOVE (including me) ... SHARK TANK! It...

Send us Fan Mail SCOTT GILBERT has been doing his thing for 30 years! In 1992, a younger Gilbert opened Getta Clue Clothing Store which has been an institution in Sacramento when it comes to street fashion. In recent days, many might think of the iconic Spike Lee that serves as the entrance to Getta Clue in DOCO. The BIG NEWS is that Getta Clue is moving to Arden Fair to join Gilbert's other...

Send us Fan Mail AMY VARAIN is regarded as one of the top wedding coordinators in Northern California. And in today's episode you are going to see why. Why hire a wedding coordinator? What if I told you it makes a huge difference because in Amy's case, she is there from start to finish and will act as the bride's twin in ensuring a couple's vision for their wedding. Amy is amaz...

Send us Fan Mail THE BANTER BROS PODCAST was the result of a group chat between four friends. Mostly sports-related, but truly no topic is off limits. I have had a peek into this craziness. And today, you get to meet the ORIGINAL FOUR. You know my sons Toph and Max Buzzard. They host the BANTER BROS PODCAST. Now add in Nick Hilton and Kirk Langley. That's right, we are bringing them to the po...

Send us Fan Mail KATE POHL has always possessed the CREATIVE flair. She would put together special things for family and friends for special celebrations. That thoughtfulness turned into a business. And a good business it has been. Kate is a creative force when it comes to taking parties and celebrations to another level. This visual guy will tell you to go to her website at TheTinyDetails. Com an...

Send us Fan Mail MY BOYS TOPH + MAX BUZZARD are back! In February 2021, my sons launched the Banter Bro's sports podcast. They got a solid 10 episodes in and then ... life happened. Today is an attempt at reviving what I think was a great podcast format. The Banter! If you are a sports fan or just like fun conversation, then you have come to the right place! In today's episode of Experie...

Send us Fan Mail MONIQUE LEACOX is the fitness coach you want if your are looking for results. Monique is the successful small business owner of Pace Fitness Sacramento. Today we pull the curtain back on Pace Fit Sac. What started out as workouts for individuals and small groups out of her home now serves as a family-friendly ( the trainers will hold babies while mom or dad works out ) 9000-square...

Send us Fan Mail JOHN O' SULLIVAN is the most insightful person I have found when it comes to youth sports. O'Sullivan is the founder of the CHANGING THE GAME PROJECT that features blogs, the Way of Champions podcast, and online courses for coaches and parents. The goal is to start a discussion about changing the environment in youth sports so we can keep more kids active, healthy and in...

Send us Fan Mail SCOTT SHAPIRO loves Tiki Bars. And after this episode, I think you will, too. In February, Shapiro (who is a successful attorney by day), met with three friends and mapped out a Tiki Bar Tour that featured 17 Tiki Bars in the Bay Area. The fun part is that they did this tour in 55 hours. Imagine the strategy. Shapiro comes to us from his backyard Tiki Bar and gives us the full exp...

Send us Fan Mail BOBBY SIRAVO is an important piece of the GOLF community in Sacramento. He has played. He has been a club champion. He has been an instructor. He was a caddy on the PGA Tour . And since 2004, he has been the owner of iFit Golf that specializes in club fitting and repairs for ALL golfers. And throw in there that is the Golf Coach for Jesuit High School. Safe to say, golf has been B...

Send us Fan Mail The video version of this episode is NOW AVAILABLE on YOUTUBE. That's right ... ETB makes its debut. Check it out -- ETB with Kimo + Dakota on YouTube KIMO + DAKOTA STROHECKER are owners of an amazing food truck called FRUIT FRENZIE. Specializing in Acaí Bowls, Smoothies, Oats, Hawaiian Cold Brew, and Mamaki Hawaiian Herbal Tea, this dream fueled by the 'Aloha Spirit&apo...

Send us Fan Mail DANIELLE VIGLIONE is the best Female Basketball Player from Sacramento that I have ever seen. The Michigan native moved to California and by her 8th grade year, she was being recruited by close to 100 schools. She shined at Del Campo High School, smashing scoring and three-point records in 1992 and 1993. From there, Viglione settled in at the University of Texas under the directio...

Send us Fan Mail JULIA PERKOVICH is a second generation family law attorney at Perkovich Law Office. Julia's parents, Don + Nancy Perkovich, practiced family law for over 30 years. It's safe to say that family law was in the genes. Mom and Dad are retired and as of three years ago, it is Julia heading the way as a family law attorney ... with a twist. See, Julia made the decision to beco...

Send us Fan Mail SHAWNA CHRISMAN is the successful CEO of Destination Aesthetics Medical Spa. In just over 10 years, what started as a solo project has now turned into opening up DA's fifth location in El Dorado Hills in March. Today we get a peek into what is behind Shawna's success. And then it all comes together when Shawna shares her adoption story and what she discovered over 40-plu...

Send us Fan Mail RICK COLE is successfully carrying the torch of his father Glen. The Father and Son have combined for 43 years as the Senior Pastor of one of the most well-known churches in the Sacramento area ... Capital Christian Center. You have seen it. Highway 50 near the Bradshaw Road exit. In this episode, we do a deep dive with the pastor. In today's episode of Experience the Buzz ,...

Send us Fan Mail ANDREA BARBER knows officiating. She has been doing it for 30 years and runs Hawkins Officiating in Sacramento. She is ready to help all of us understand the world of officiating. I did extensive research and couldn't find anything where someone spoke on this subject. Let's admit it, being an official is not an easy job. But what if as a coach, a player, or a spectator w...

Send us Fan Mail KIM BOONE is a powerhouse and a great representation for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Boone has operated All My Best for 31 years. All My Best is a printing and apparel company in Rocklin that has succeeded on the formation of great relationships and a priority on customer service. In addition, we get to hear from three of her kids who are on board to take this Rocklin...

Send us Fan Mail ANNE KHASIGIAN is the perfect person to kick off Season Two of Experience the Buzz. With a new year means new beginnings. But don't you dare say the word 'diet' around Anne (she cringes). Instead, Anne is about helping people form great habits from top to bottom. She is a health and wellness coach,  a certified nutrition coach, and a fitness expert. The question tod...

Send us Fan Mail ROSS HAMMOND is an ultra-talented musician. He is quite accomplished. Since 2003, Hammond has been putting out records either as a solo artist or part of a project. I counted 17. That my friends is impressive. He has done tours, but the music lifestyle of Hammond isn't anything like you might envision. It's clear that Ross did it his way. Might be the recipe for a young...

Send us Fan Mail ANDREA GEBHARDT is a TRUE entrepreneur! She is the essence of what Experience the Buzz loves. I LOVE entrepreneurs. And you will love ANDREA! She is a bundle of energy that has a lot to offer. Educator turned entrepreneur. And what she has done as an entrepreneur will surely inspire as we get ready to ring in the New Year! In today's episode of Experience the Buzz , Host Stev...

Send us Fan Mail ERIC HASSELTINE is living his dream. He is one of 30 radio announcers in the NBA. That's an amazing accomplishment. On top of that, he has not missed a game since taking over the job in 2005. Yes ... he essentially is the Cal Ripken of NBA Radio Play-By-Play Announcers. Hasseltine, who went to De La Salle High School and later UC Davis is definitely known in the area. And we...

Send us Fan Mail BRIAN KATZ knew he could coach basketball forever. He also knew that he had to listen to what others were telling him. Ultimately, the basketball mastermind made the decision. It was time to retire and see what life was about without the rigors of his life as a basketball coach.e  So he said good-bye to Sac State Basketball, which represented 14 of his 45 years coaching the game o...