Cloudcast

Spotlight on the Community

Cloudcast Media, the national leader in local podcasting, proudly presents its flagship show, Drew Schlosberg’s Spotlight on the Community, now in its 20th season. For 20 years, we have been amplifying the voices of social impact organizations, social entrepreneurs, local non-profits, and other community champions who help shape the culture, creativity, and connectivity that drive the San Diego community to ever higher levels. These curated community conversations are brought to you by Mission Fed Credit Union, bringing good things to San Diego for over 60 years. LISTEN WHERE YOU LIVE™ "Spotli...

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Foundation Maximizes the Potential of Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) 11.06.2024

Sitara Sethi, CEO of the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities, is joined by the Foundation's Development Manager, Jill Weber, to shout out the Foundation's mission; its impact on small foundations and nonprofits in the IDD space; it's investment in affordable housings for the IDD population; and its upcoming "Day at the Races" fundraiser, slated for August 29 at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club....

Amy Forsythe, Trustee, Mt. Soledad Memorial Association 11.06.2024

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 Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.    For more information on Cloudcast and its sho...

Nathaniel Donnelly, Membership/Development Director, Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial, Steven Ferguson, Founder, Honorguard Coffee 11.06.2024

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 Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.    For more information on Cloudcast and its sho...

Everett Evleth, President, Friendly Sons of St. Patrick 11.06.2024

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 Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.    For more information on Cloudcast and its sho...

Bob Mulrooney, Docent Program Manager, Mt. Soledad Memorial Association 11.06.2024

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 Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.    For more information on Cloudcast and its sho...

Ed Hiner, Lt. Commander (Ret.) Navy SEAL and Best-Selling Author 11.06.2024

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 Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.    For more information on Cloudcast and its sho...

Phil Kendro, President & CEO, Mt. Soledad Memorial Association 11.06.2024

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 Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.    For more information on Cloudcast and its sho...

MiraCosta College Job Placement Rates for Its Students Reach Top Levels 11.06.2024

Chris Ing, Facilitator of MiraCosta College's Industry Outreach and Workforce Development, chats about his organization's programs; its internship partnership with the San Diego Workforce Partnership; and its unprecedented job placement rates. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Sch...

Preventing Veterans from Becoming Homeless is at Core of Wounded Warrior Homes' Mission 11.06.2024

Mia Roseberry, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Wounded Warrior Homes, talks about the organization's mission; its programs and services; and its upcoming golf tournament. 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 Cloudcast Media's line...

Literacy Icon Discusses Newest Venture: The Truth About Reading Film 11.06.2024

John Corcoran, Founder of the John Corcoran Foundation, and a literacy pioneer for five decades, is joined by the Foundation's Executive Director, Colleen Mertes, to chat about the  The Truth About Reading  Film, the Million Viewer Campaign; and John's literacy legacy. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, conti...

San Diego Humane Society Shouts Out It's Highly Regarded Project Wildlife Program  11.06.2024

Dr. Gary Weitzman, President & CEO of the San Diego Humane Society, is joined by his colleague, Dr. Alexis Wohl, Wildlife Rehabilitation Veterinarian for the Society's Project Wildlife Program.  Weitzman and Wohl chat about Project Wildlife; baby wildlife season; returning a mountain lion with a repaired fractured jaw to the wild; and the 14th Annual Wildlife Bay Shower. A bout Spotlight and C...

Animal Shelters State of Emergency of Overcrowding is Getting Worse 11.06.2024

Dr. Gary Weitzman, President & CEO of the San Diego Humane Society, discusses the growing State of Emergency in overcrowded conditions in our animal shelters. Weitzman discusses the Society's Remodeled Adoptions Center, and the June 27 "Day of Giving."  Weitzman is joined by Heather Schneider, Wildlife Outreach Specialist for Project Wildlife. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight...

Conservation and Science Education Leader Envisions a World Where Everyone Connects With and Protects Nature 30.05.2024

Jennifer Bright, Chief Philanthropy Director and COO for the Nature Collective, discusses the Collective's mission; its education programs; its Habitat Restoration Efforts; and how one can engage with the organization. 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.  "S...

Poets Underground Exploits Poetry to Heal, Inspire and Connect 30.05.2024

Sunny Rey Azzarito and Anthony Azzarito, Co-Owners of Poets Underground, talk about their programs that utilize poetry for mental health healing and for making connections that reduce feelings of isolation, while promoting well-being.  Sunny Rey and Anthony chat about their work with the schools that includes their Poetry Heals program at High Tech High. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spo...

Promises2Kids Guardian Scholars Shine in "Spotlight" Interview 30.05.2024

Aubrey Hutchinson and Reese O'Driscoll, two Guardian Scholars of Promises2Kids, discuss their experiences at one of the top foster care organizations in the region.  Hutchinson and O'Driscoll are joined by Faye Luepton, Director of PR and Marketing for Promises2Kids, to chat about the organization's Foodies 4 Foster Kids program; its June 13 "Distilled" event; and its popular Camp Connect program....

Organization Celebrates 10 Years of Creating Hope for Children and Adults With Disabilities Through Horseback Riding 30.05.2024

Allie Sarnataro, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Riding About Disability (RAD), is joined by Jake Anaya, a student rider and worker, and Rosalie Myers, a Student and Volunteer Mentor.  Anaya and Myers chat about how RAD has had a significantly positive impact in their lives.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the c...

San Diego Rotary Club 33: Strong as Ever in its 100+ Years of Impactful Service 26.05.2024

Michael Brunker, President of San Diego Rotary Club 33, is joined by President-Elect Mia Harenski to shout out the Club's 100-plus years of impactful service and programs in San Diego.  Brunker and Harenski highlight the Rotary Club's outreach in four areas of service: youth, vocational, community and international. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest...

Vanity Fair Director and Actress Animated About Their Roles in Upcoming Scripps Ranch Theatre Play 26.05.2024

Jacquelyn Ritz, Director of Vanity Fair , and Alyssa Anne Austin, an Actress in the Kate Hamill play, discuss the play's run at the Scripps Ranch Theatre.  Ritz and Austin talk about the intricacies of  Vanity Fair .  Ritz chats about the Theatre's "Summer Improv Camp." A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, cont...

Golden State Ballet Celebrates 3rd Anniversary with Breathtaking Trifecta Program on June 2 and 4 26.05.2024

Magda O'Neill, Executive Director of the Golden State Ballet, is joined by the Ballet's Artistic Director Raul Salamanca to talk about the Ballet's iconic Nutcracker  production, and it's upcoming Trifecta program of masterworks from the most recognizable names in contemporary ballet, slated for June 2 and 4. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest runnin...

Making Mental Health Care Accessible is Job One for Ellie Mental Health Care 26.05.2024

Elizabeth Strout, Clinic Director for Ellie Mental Health San Diego, discusses her organization's focus on accessible, affordable and in-person quality mental health care; the Ellie Health franchise model; and its core values. 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 ye...

Foundation Helps Families Navigate Through Their Child's Cancer Journey 26.05.2024

Elsa Morales-Roth, Executive Director of the Emilio Nares Foundation, chats about the Foundation's mission; it's services and Family Resource Center; Ride with Emilio; Snack Bags; and End of Life Child and Family Care. 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.  "S...

50+ Years and counting: Wahupa Educational Services enhances personal experiences and career aspirations of under-represented students   17.05.2024

Brigitte Blazys, Executive Director and CEO of Wahupa Educational Services, chats about Wahupa's long history of supporting students in their quest to obtain college degrees and pursue rewarding careers. Blazys talks about Wahupa's success in equipping students with the skills to facilitate active engagement with their college classmates, as well as foster meaningful connections with one another....

San Diego's Premier Professional Choral Ensemble Showcases June 1 World Premiere of Local Composer's Work   17.05.2024

Juan Carlos Acosta, Artistic Director for SACRA/PROFANA, a premier choral ensemble, is joined by Dr. Cory Hibbs, a renowned local composer, lyricist and artist, to talk about the June 1 World Premiere of All We Need: Meditations on Queer Being . Acosta and Hibbs discuss their quarter century of working together, as well as SACRA/PROFANA'S well-known community outreach. A bout Spotlight and Cloudca...

First Gen Scholars Provides Roadmap for College Access to First-Generation Students   17.05.2024

Jonathan Burgos, Founder and Executive Director for First Gen Scholars, chats about his organization's mission; the services they provide; and their track record in helping students graduate without debt. 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...

The Brain Observatory and Jacopo Annese Blaze New Paths With Curriculum, Camps, and Experiences For Students 15.05.2024

Dr. Jacopo Annese, the CEO and Founder of The Brain Observatory, sits down with Charles Parisi and Kyra Schwartz, guest hosting for Drew Schlosberg, to discuss the incredible human brain and the program he has built for students in San Diego to provide fun, engaging, and informative immersive experiences to learn about their brains.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Commun...

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