Spotlight on the Community

Dr. Gary Weitzman, President and CEO of the San Diego Humane Society, chats about his organization's signature event, the 38th Annual Fur Ball.  Weitzman discusses the myriad programs that will benefit from funds raised from the Fur Ball. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosbe...

Dr. Chris Warren, Associate Producer of Digital Composition at SDSU, talks about the new SDSU Sound Lab; his popular Echo Thief impulse response library; and the intersection between the physical world and the digital world. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 year...

Tanya Ross, CEO of the Once Upon a Book Fair, is joined by author Jolie Tunnel, to discuss the annual event that features 75 authors, whose work ranges from children's books to young adult and older. The event will be held October 12 at the San Marcos Community Center. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, conti...

Tonya Mantooth, CEO and Artistic Director of the San Diego International Film Festival, chats about the Festival's mission; its 102 films and panels; its partnership with UCSD; Joey Travolta's inclusion films; the Women's Film Series; and the Festival's Impact Education Program. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the coun...

Fiona Chatwin, Executive and Artistic Director for Villa Musica, discusses the organization's programming; it's expansion into Point Loma and East County; and it's All School Recital on November 24. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of...

Sarah Federman, Associate Professor of Conflict Resolution for the University of San Diego Kroc School of Peace & Justice, and USD Graduate Student Katelyn Alam, talk about Federman's innovative use of train travel to expose students to diverse regions of the U.S. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, contin...

Wyatt Hinshaw, Founder & CEO of Fundamental Health, is joined by the mother (Cate) of Fundamental Health's first client, to chat about the mission of the organization and how Fundamental Health connected Cate's son with a health provider that changed the son's life. Hinshaw and Cate discuss Fundamental Health's impact since its December 2022 inception, along with the December 19 "Brunch with a...

Makeda Cheatom, Founder and Executive Director of the World Beat Cultural Center, discusses the many programs and partnerships of the multidisciplinary cultural organization. Cheatom is joined by Juan Carlos Acosta, Artistic Director for SACRA/PROFANA.  Cheatom and Acosta chat about their collaboration to produce the October 25 "Rumours Un-Covered" concert that features Fleetwood Mac's epic "Rumou...

Patti Roscoe, one of our region's treasured community leaders, chats about her journey to form PRA Destination Management, one of the top destination management company's in the world.  Roscoe discusses her passion for giving back through her service on myriad boards and her support of numerous nonprofit organizations. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the long...

Mark Burgess, a San Diego Rotary Club 33 Board Member and Chair of Club's Camp Enterprise 2025, is joined by Rotary Club President, Mia Harenski, to shout out the Club's history, impact and vision; its premier program--Camp Enterprise 2025; and its new Rotary 4 Way Test Essay Contest. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in th...

"Spotlight on the Community" Host Drew Schlosberg is joined by Cloudcast Media Founder & CEO, Charles Parisi, to talk about the Classroom of the Future Foundation's (CFF) work with all 43 San Diego County School Districts and key business and community leaders to support College and Career Pathways initiatives.  Schlosberg, a longtime CFF Advisory Board Member, discusses some of CFF's signatur...

Mark Cafferty, President & CEO of the nationally recognized San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC), chats about the EDC's mission, its inclusive growth goals and its trade mission in September and October. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20...

Claudia Delgado, a Captain at the Poway Sheriff's Station, talks about the successful Junior Women's Academy; her law enforcement journey; and the diverse career opportunities in the Sheriff's Department. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is p...

Curt Brooker, Director of ArtWalk San Diego, discusses ArtWalk Carlsbad (September 21-22) and Bella Vita Fest (October 19-20) in Little Italy.  The fine art festival in Carlsbad featured the work of more than 150 artists, while Bella Vita Fest showcases live chalk art, wine, food and music. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast...

Dr. Gary Weitzman, President and CEO of the San Diego Humane Society, talks about the continual overflowing of animals in their shelters, while offering a variety of tips to help reduce the overcrowding.  Weitzman chats about the September's "National Disaster Preparedness Month," along with the society's iconic Fur Ball, slated for October 5. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On T...

Casey Castillo, CEO of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, and Doug Wright, President & CEO of Mission Fed Credit Union, join forces to raise funds for the Foods 4 Kids Backpack program that will be highlighted at every Mission Fed branch in San Diego County.  Castillo and Wright chat about the longtime partnership of their organizations. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotl...

Staci Reidinger, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Cause San Diego and Director of the 26th Annual Cause Conference, discusses the social impact-themed event slated for Wednesday, October 23.  Reidinger is joined by Jason Kruger, President & Founder of Signature Analytics, and Sandy Basaka, a 2023 Social Impact Collegiate Scholarship winner.  Kruger talks about his company's sponsorship of...

Steve Lim, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Palomar Family Counseling Service, chats about his work with North County middle school students; emerging adulthood challenges; the substance abuse crisis; and the importance of feeling connected.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Dre...

Graham Bloem, Owner and CEO of Specialty Dog Training, talks about the superior level of personalized customer care his company provides to those seeking training for their pets and those looking for family and business protection dogs.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosbe...

Melissa Peterman, Executive Director of Townspeople, discusses her organization's mission and services; its 100-Day Challenge; and its work with local hotels and motels, and homeowners to provide emergency housing options for those on the brink of homelessness.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuousl...

Raul Pietro Ramirez, the Artistic Director of the Spreckels Organ Society, talks about formation of the the Society's Rock Band, comprised of Rameriz and some of the area's top rock musicians.  Ramirez is joined by three of the six Rock Band members -- Harley Magsino (bass guitar), William Fleming (lead singer and trombone) and Chloe Lou (lead singer) -- to chat about the group's concerts and the...

Dennis Peters, makes his Scripps Ranch Theatre debut by playing 40 diverse characters in the one-person play,  Fully Committed , that runs from September 6 through September 29.  Peters is joined by  Fully Committed  Director, Ted Leib, to chat about the benefits and challenges of directing and acting in a one person show. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the...

Denise Goodson, widow of Solon Goodson, is joined by her daughter, Christal Aikey, to talk about the impact the Southern California Hospice Foundation and Heavenly Home had on their beloved Solon during the final stages of his life. Goodson and Aikey are joined by Michelle Wulfestieg, Executive Director of the Foundation. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the l...

Kyle Kennedy, CEO of Urban Corps of San Diego County, is joined by the Teresa Leader-Anderson, the organization's Marketing and Communications Outreach Manager, to discuss the Corps' mission, services and success stories. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years. ...

Kazeem Omidiji, Director of Community Relations for SDG&E, and Pauline Ma, SDG&E Community Relations Manager, talk about its company's community impact; its Inspiring Future Leaders Initiative; SDG&E Careers; and its Community Assistance Fund. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted...