Generations with Cameron Riese

In this deeply personal episode of Generations , Cameron sits down with Jake St. Jean—a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of faith facing stage four cancer. Jake shares the experiences that shaped him, the people he loves, and the faith that continues to carry him through an uncertain season. The conversation explores family, hardship, hope, and what becomes most important when life fo...

What does it mean to grow up—and stay—in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Cameron sits down with Roger Mason—Santa Cruz Mountains native, owner of Mason-Taylor Ranch, and chairman of the Loma Prieta Museum. Roger shares stories of growing up in the mountains, working the land, and preserving the history of a community shaped by resilience, tradition, and faith. A grounded conversation about legacy, land,...

In Episode 4, Cameron sits down with Brian Shab , former Vice Chief of the San Jose Police Department and newly appointed Chief of the Watsonville Police Department . A veteran law enforcement officer and United States Army veteran, Brian reflects on a career shaped by service, responsibility, and hard-earned perspective. Beyond the badge, he’s also an avid hunter and outdoorsman...bringing a thou...

In Episode 3, Cameron sits down with his friend Lil’ Kawika , a member of the Mtn Bible Community , for a laid-back conversation that mixes faith, family stories, and plenty of laughs. The two riff on everyday life, talk about what the Bible means to them personally, and share stories inspired by nature, community, and growing up surrounded by strong values. It’s thoughtful without being heavy, fu...

In this episode of Generations , Cameron sits down with Jon Rawlings , a pastor, teacher, scholar, artist, and lifelong servant whose journey spans churches, classrooms, ball fields, inner cities, and the islands of Hawaii. Jon shares what it was like growing up in a multigenerational ministry family, coming to faith at a young age, and learning early the value of service through teaching Sunday S...

In the first episode of Generations with Cameron Riese , Cameron sits down with Santa Cruz Mountains native and community leader Rich Hagedorn for a thoughtful conversation across generations. Rich shares stories from his childhood, his lifelong connection to horses, and the life lessons that shaped his work ethic, relationships, and faith. Through simple questions and honest answers, they explore...