SoCal Voices

Throughout her career, award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Sheree Brown has collaborated with multiple artists including Patrice Rushen, Zhane and Syreeta Wright. Her latest work, a music and literary project entitled Messages From the Spirit: The Collective, features a stellar collection of uplifting songs including her hit, Take A Walk with Love. In this episode of SoCal Voic...

For over a decade, Greg Lee served as the City of Riverside’s economic development manager. For 13 years he served as the City’s Technology Ombudsman where, among other things, he spearheaded several of the City’s technology initiatives. He hosted a weekly radio show and podcast called “Explore Riverside Weekly,” that highlighted all the things that make Riverside a great place to live work and pl...

In San Bernardino and Riverside counties, over 400,000 people experience food insecurity. One in four children in the Inland Empire experience food insecurity, and the pandemic has only made things worse. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Feeding America Riverside| San Bernardino CEO Stephanie Otero discusses how her organization helps feed people in need and what we all can do to help alleviate hu...

Rima Nashashibi is the founder and president of the Orange County based nonprofit GlobalHope 365, dedicated to ending harmful practices toward women and girls such as Child Marriage and Sex Trafficking. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Nashashibi discusses the factors that contribute to these abuses and what can be done to help end them. Additional Resources For help text: Be Free to 23733 Nationa...

Noble Drakoln is a crowdfunding and capital raising consultant who knows his way around trading, commodities, crypto coin and more.  In his late teens, he was homeless, but his strong interest in commodities and futures and a little help from someone who shared his vision set him on a path to become a best-selling author, managing director of Drakoln Capital, and a sought-after radio and televisio...

In this episode of SoCal Voices, San Bernardino native Brandon Watts, a first year law student at Howard University, shares his thoughts about the January 6 insurrection, double standards in policing, and whether equity can be achieved in America. Support the show

The storming of the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021 revealed a lot about the ongoing political and racial polarization in this country. Will this nation ever live up to its stated ideals? In this episode of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross shares her thoughts on the insurrection and what she believes needs to happen next.  Support the show

For Black people dealing with the generational trauma of systemic racism, 2020 has added a hefty dose of uncertainty, anxiety and stress to daily living, all of which can take a heavy toll on overall health and well-being. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Sibongile West, Chairwoman and Founding Member of Breathe Again with TM, discusses a new initiative in Los Angeles that aims to help Black Ameri...

What do you do when you can’t find a children’s book about the city you love? Write it yourself! Hear Mark Cloud, author of Hello Riverside, Good Night Scranton and Fun at the Office discuss his books, love of family and community and the advice he has for anyone who believes they have a story to tell. Support the show

Dr. Leita Harris has been helping patients in Southern California’s Inland Empire since 1990. In 2015 she launched Nurturing You, Women’s Health and Wellness, a holistic approach to addressing menopause and other conditions related to changes in hormonal balance, much to the relief of patients who had almost given up on feeling well. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Dr. Harris discusses what led h...

Inland Empire-based photographer/videographer Steve Jacobs lost his father and a close friend to suicide. In this episode of SoCal Voices, the eight-year Air Force veteran shares how the deaths reshaped the way he relates to family and friends.  Additional Resources National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988 988LifeLine.org Support the show

Pomona College mathematics professor Edray Goins brings an energy and enthusiasm to his craft that is truly inspiring. In this episode of SoCal Voices, he describes his unshakable self-confidence and determination to do the work beyond what was expected, and how that helped propel him through his math journey. Math “nerds” will appreciate hearing him describe what sparked his interest in science a...

State Senator Holly Mitchell of Los Angeles is a candidate for the 2nd District seat on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. She is known for her strong record of success in fighting for equity and social justice, and possesses an authenticity rarely seen in political leadership. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Senator Mitchell discusses her candidacy and what she hopes to accomplish if e...

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors recently adopted a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. It aims to address long-standing disparities in housing, employment, criminal justice and more. In this episode of SoCal Voices, activist Grayson Bell shares his thoughts on whether the Board’s action can make a real and meaningful difference in people’s lives. Additional Resources...

As Chair of the Popular Music Department at USC, four-time Grammy nominee Patrice Rushen navigates music, teaching, campus policies and politics. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Patrice discusses how the pandemic has changed her approach to teaching, and what she believes is the path forward for today’s music students.  Support the show

Having one family member with COVID-19 can cause major disruption to the daily routine. The challenge becomes "next level" when the entire household is stricken with the virus. In this episode of SoCal Voices, San Bernardino musician and teacher John Brannon discusses the impact of the pandemic on his family.  Support the show

The murder of George Floyd while in police custody sparked protests against police brutality and renewed calls for social justice. While a number of major corporations publicly decried Floyd’s murder and recommitted to diversity and inclusion, other businesses remained silent. In this episode of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross talks with Rootwize CEO and Anti-Racist Riverside co-founder Janice Root...