Benicia Voice

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , the show dedicated to thoughtful conversations about the people, policies, and issues shaping our community and beyond. Today’s episode is hosted by Rick Watson , with producers Andy and Bart , and features a timely and engaging conversation with special guest Nicolas Carjuzaa , known as Nico . Nico joins the show to discuss his candidacy for California’s 8th...

In this episode of The Benicia Voice, host Ruben Brunt talks to Jennifer and Amber from The Benicia Library. The Benicia Public Library is a community hub in Benicia, offering books, movies, e-resources, and programs for all ages, including literacy support, an art gallery, online tutoring and much more. It is a fine-tree library, meaning it no longer charges overdue fines, and is supported by the...

In this episode of the Benicia Voice we talk to Jim Kennon, President of the Benicia Makerspace. With everything from Laser Cutters to 3D Printers, Computer controlled Wood Router to Computer controlled metal milling machines, the Benicia Makerspace has just what you need. With a well equipped Electronics Lab, the Benicia Makerspace is the perfect place to build your next electronics or robotics p...

Welcome back to Benicia Voice , the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make our town shine. In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick—along with producers Bart and Andy—sit down once again with Deb and Chris from Lucca Beer Garden for the latest on Benicia’s live music scene. 🎶🍻 Chris and Deb share the exciting December lineup, and talk about how Lucca continues to bring ou...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast — where local stories, voices, and issues come to life. In today’s episode, Hosts Ruben and Rick joins producers Andy and Bart to unpack the news of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s (BAAQMD) discussion about the distribution of the Valero fine settlement . The team breaks down what this settlement means for Benicia — how the funds could be allocat...

🎙️ Benicia Voice Podcast – A Conversation with Councilmembers Kari Birdseye and Terry Scott Welcome to Benicia Voice — the podcast that amplifies the stories, people, and pulse of our community. In this episode, Host Ruben , along with producers Andy and Bart , sit down with Benicia City Council members Kari Birdseye and Terry Scott for an engaging and wide-ranging conversation about the future of...

Welcome to Benicia Voice — the podcast that amplifies the stories, people, and pulse of our community. In this episode, Host Ruben , Co-Host Rick , and producers Andy and Bart are joined by a very special guest — Benicia City Manager, Mario Giuliani . Mario shares an in-depth look at the state of the City of Benicia , discussing how our community is responding and planning for the future in the fa...

🎙️ Welcome back to Benicia Voice – the podcast where local stories meet everyday life in our community and beyond. In today’s episode, Host Ruben and Co-Host Rick , along with producers Andy and Bart , dive into the ever-evolving world of streaming services — from cutting the cord to the latest bundles, platform wars, and which services actually give you the best bang for your buck. Whether you us...

Welcome back to Benicia Voice , the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make our town shine. In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick—along with producer Bart—sit down once again with Deb and Chris from Lucca Beer Garden for the latest on Benicia’s live music scene. 🎶🍻 Chris and Deb share the exciting November lineup, and talk about how Lucca continues to bring our communit...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , where local stories, voices, and culture come to life. In today’s episode, host Rick , joined by co-host Ruben and producer Bart, welcome Dr. Robert Franklin , Station Manager of KCSM 91.1 FM — Jazz 91 , one of the nation’s premier non-commercial jazz radio stations, broadcasting 24 hours a day from right here in the Bay Area. KCSM , in partnership with the C...

Welcome to Benicia Voice — the podcast where we dive into the stories, people, and issues that shape our community. In today’s episode, host Ruben and co-host Rick , along with producer Bart , sit down with Jeremy Carlock , owner of Got Watts , and Frank Gallagher , an experienced Got Watts solar and energy consultant, for an in-depth look at the future of solar energy in Benicia and beyond. Toget...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , where local stories, voices, and issues come to life. In today’s episode, host Ruben and co-host Rick , and producers Andy and Bart are joined by a very special guest — Benicia Mayor, the Honorable Steve Young — to discuss the latest developments in Valero’s plan to wind down operations in Benicia . For decades, Valero has been one of the city’s biggest emplo...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , where local stories, voices, and ideas come together. In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick are joined by producers Andy and Bart for an engaging part 2 conversation about the latest trends in Benicia’s real estate market . Their special guest, Andrew Urban of ⁠My Urban Home Team⁠ , returns to the continue the discussion about October real estate. Andrew shar...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , where local stories, voices, and ideas come together. In this episode, host Ruben Brunt is joined by co-host Rick Watson and producers Andy and Bart for an engaging conversation about the latest trends in Benicia’s real estate market . Their special guest, Andrew Urban of My Urban Home Team , shares his insights on what’s driving local housing prices, how rec...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast — where local stories, voices, and issues come to life. In this special update episode, Host Rick Watson , along with producers Andy and Bart , discusses the latest developments following Valero’s decision to end refining operations in Benicia . As one of the city’s largest employers and taxpayers, Valero has long been a cornerstone of Benicia’s economy and ide...

🎙️ Benicia Voice – San Francisco Fleet Week 2025 (with a Twist) Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , where we share the stories and events that connect our community. I’m your host Ruben Brunt , joined by co-host Rick Watson and producers Andy and Bart . This week, we’re talking about San Francisco Fleet Week 2025 — one of the Bay Area’s most beloved traditions, happening now through October 12t...

Welcome back to Benicia Voice , the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make's our community shine. In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick—along with producer Bart—sit down once again with Deb and Chris from Lucca Beer Garden for the latest on Benicia’s live music scene. 🎶🍻 Deb and Chris share the exciting October lineup, and talk about how Lucca continues to bring ou...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast , where we shine a light on the issues and stories shaping our community. Host Rick and producer Bart dive into California Proposition 50 , the 2025 ballot measure on redistricting. Prop 50 would temporarily suspend California’s independent redistricting commission and give the state Legislature control of drawing congressional maps for the 2026 through 2030 el...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast with Host Ruben, Co-Host Rick, and Producers Andy and Bart. In this episode, we’re joined by Bob Joslin and Joe Russell from the Benicia Performing Arts Foundation to talk about Jazz O’Clock at the Clocktower , presented in partnership with Benicia’s Community Services Department. After a successful kickoff event, the series continues with the Electric Squeezeb...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast with Host Ruben, Co-Host Rick, and Producers Andy and Bart. In this episode, we’re joined by Dawson from the Benicia Chamber of Commerce, who’s here to tell us all about Oktoberfest & Marketplace 2025 , happening Saturday, September 20th from 11 am to 6 pm at First Street Green. This year marks five years of Oktoberfest in Benicia ! Expect three live German...

Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast with Host Ruben Brunt and Co-Host Rick Watson. We’re back with the one and only Brian Kehoe , the incredibly talented guitarist, for another lively conversation about music, creativity, and his upcoming shows at Lucca Beer Garden right here in Benicia. From his musical journey to what fans can expect at these upcoming performances, Ruben and Rick dig into what...

Welcome to Benicia Voice , the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make our town shine. In this special episode, host Serena and producer Bart take you back to PorchFest Benicia 2025 , held on Saturday, September 13th . For those who want to remember the magic—and for those who may not have attended—this episode brings the day to life with conversations, highlights, and re...

Benicia Voice is back with hosts Rick , Ruben , and Serena , plus producers Andy and Bart , to bring you everything you need to know about one of Benicia’s most loved community events — Porchfest Benicia 2025 ! When: Saturday, September 13, 2025 Where: Downtown Benicia CA TIme: 1-5 PM (Preshow 12:00 PM at Lucca Beer Garden) This episode highlights what makes Porchfest so special: the music, the pe...

What does community really mean — and how do we live it out here in Benicia? In today’s episode of Benicia Voice , hosts Ruben and Rick , along with producers Andy and Bart , sit down to reflect on the heart of our town: the people, the places, and the spirit of connection that makes Benicia home. From spontaneous conversations on First Street to packed evenings at Lucca Beer Garden , Benicia thri...

🎙️ Benicia Voice Podcast – Lucca Beer Garden Music Update – September! Welcome back to Benicia Voice , the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make our town shine. In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick—along with producer Bart—sit down once again with Deb and Chris from Lucca Beer Garden for the latest on Benicia’s music scene at Lucca Beer Garden. 🎶🍻 They recap the summ...