Public Comment

Enjoy episode 74 of our Public Comment podcast with guest Corey Oakley, CEO of the Napa Valley Expo. We talk about what it takes to host events including the Napa Town & Country Fair, Junior Livestock Auction, BottleRock music festival, and a list of non-profit and community events. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingn...

Enjoy episode 74 of our Public Comment podcast with guest Corey Oakley, CEO of the Napa Valley Expo. We talk about what it takes to host events including the Napa Town & Country Fair, Junior Livestock Auction, BottleRock music festival, and a list of non-profit and community events. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingn...

In episode 73 of our Public Comment podcast, our guest is vintner Stuart Smith, founder of Smith-Madrone Winery. Stu talks about his more than five decades in Napa Valley and what it takes for long-term success in the wine business. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingnapa #smithmadronewinery New full episodes publish Monda...

In episode 73 of our Public Comment podcast, our guest is vintner Stuart Smith, founder of Smith-Madrone Winery. Stu talks about his more than five decades in Napa Valley and what it takes for long-term success in the wine business. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingnapa #smithmadronewinery New full episodes publish Monda...

With Election Day approaching on November 3, episode 72 of our Public Comment podcast is dedicated to our Midterm Election Special. We discuss local elections and share our thoughts about some of the ballot measures voters have to consider. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingnapa #vote New full episodes publish Mondays on...

With Election Day approaching on November 3, episode 72 of our Public Comment podcast is dedicated to our Midterm Election Special. We discuss local elections and share our thoughts about some of the ballot measures voters have to consider. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingnapa #vote New full episodes publish Mondays on...

For episode 71 of Public Comment podcast, our guest is Nick Otto, staff photographer for the Napa Valley Register. Nick shares his rather unconventional - and international - career in photojournalism. We also talk about how he sees the world through the lens of his camera. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingnapa #napavall...

For episode 71 of Public Comment podcast, our guest is Nick Otto, staff photographer for the Napa Valley Register. Nick shares his rather unconventional - and international - career in photojournalism. We also talk about how he sees the world through the lens of his camera. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildingnapa #napavall...

Our guest for episode 70 of Public Comment podcast is Adrienne Smith, founder and researcher for the Napa Valley Wine Study, as well as Managing Partner at Parallel Wines. After a career in higher education philanthropy development, Adrienne pivoted into the Napa Valley wine world. With the Napa Valley Wine Study ( napavalleywinestudy.com/ ) Adrienne is researching the behavior and motivation of h...

Our guest for episode 70 of Public Comment podcast is Adrienne Smith, founder and researcher for the Napa Valley Wine Study, as well as Managing Partner at Parallel Wines. After a career in higher education philanthropy development, Adrienne pivoted into the Napa Valley wine world. With the Napa Valley Wine Study ( napavalleywinestudy.com/ ) Adrienne is researching the behavior and motivation of h...

For episode 69 of our Public Comment podcast, our guest is Christine Madrid French, Executive Director of Napa County Landmarks. We talk about the career path that brought her to Napa Valley and what inspired her passion for preserving community historical buildings and legacy businesses. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildin...

For episode 69 of our Public Comment podcast, our guest is Christine Madrid French, Executive Director of Napa County Landmarks. We talk about the career path that brought her to Napa Valley and what inspired her passion for preserving community historical buildings and legacy businesses. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #whetstoneeventmanagement #borreobuildin...

Check out episode 68 of our Public Comment podcast, as we have a conversation about Napa's past, present and future change makers. We highlight some of the individuals who have had a significant impact on the revitalization of Napa. We also break down Napa County's Baseline Data Report and the upcoming General Plan Update process. CORRECTION: During our conversation, I incorrectly stated the reaso...

Check out episode 68 of our Public Comment podcast, as we have a conversation about Napa's past, present and future change makers. We highlight some of the individuals who have had a significant impact on the revitalization of Napa. We also break down Napa County's Baseline Data Report and the upcoming General Plan Update process. CORRECTION: During our conversation, I incorrectly stated the reaso...

In episode 67 of our Public Comment podcast, we sit down with Napa native Michelle Whetstone at our new location in historic Borreo Building. We talk about her personal journey, life as a vintner, and the unique project she and her husband, Jamey Whetstone, have embarked on to create a community event space downtown along the Napa River. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConv...

In episode 67 of our Public Comment podcast, we sit down with Napa native Michelle Whetstone at our new location in historic Borreo Building. We talk about her personal journey, life as a vintner, and the unique project she and her husband, Jamey Whetstone, have embarked on to create a community event space downtown along the Napa River. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConv...

We preview Season 4 topics and guests in episode 66 of our Public Comment podcast . We also introduce our new studio location in the historic Borreo Building and partnership with vintners Michelle and Jamey Whetstone. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook. Short clips are available on...

We preview Season 4 topics and guests in episode 66 of our Public Comment podcast . We also introduce our new studio location in the historic Borreo Building and partnership with vintners Michelle and Jamey Whetstone. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook. Short clips are available on...

Season 4 of our Public Comment podcast launches on Sept. 14 with a new studio location, entertaining guests and discussions about life in Napa Valley. Given the November General Election is approaching with several local races underway, here's an encore presentation of the first episode of "Public Comment" published on January 13, 2025 when we talked about our careers as elected officials and the...

While we continue a brief summer break, please enjoy this encore presentation of "Public Comment" podcast episode 48 with guest Mike Thompson, who is the incumbent candidate for Congress in District 4. We also published encore episode 47 with his opponent, Eric Jones. Their episodes originally aired before they finished top two in the June primary election. They will face off in the November gener...

While we continue a brief summer break, please enjoy this encore presentation of "Public Comment" podcast episode 48 with guest Mike Thompson, who is the incumbent candidate for Congress in District 4. We also published encore episode 47 with his opponent, Eric Jones. Their episodes originally aired before they finished top two in the June primary election. They will face off in the November gener...

While we continue a brief summer break, please enjoy this encore presentation of "Public Comment" podcast episode 47 with guest Eric Jones, who is a Democratic candidate for Congress in District 4. We also will be rerunning episode 48 with his opponent, Congressman Mike Thompson. Their episodes originally aired before they finished top two in the June primary election. They will face off in the No...

While we continue a brief summer break, please enjoy this encore presentation of "Public Comment" podcast episode 47 with guest Eric Jones, who is a Democratic candidate for Congress in District 4. We also will be rerunning episode 48 with his opponent, Congressman Mike Thompson. Their episodes originally aired before they finished top two in the June primary election. They will face off in the No...

Check out Public Comment podcast episode 65 as we look back at guests and topics in our Season 3 recap. We also preview what to expect this summer in Season 4. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Check out Public Comment podcast episode 65 as we look back at guests and topics in our Season 3 recap. We also preview what to expect this summer in Season 4. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.