Spotlight on the Community

Karen Martin-Spellerberg Corporate Board President and San Diego Chair of The Princess Project, is joined by her colleague, Sharon Wilson, Princess Project Treasure, the talk about the mission of 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.  "Spotli...

RADM (Ret.) Terry Kraft, the President and CEO of the USS Midway Museum, discusses the April 25 groundbreaking for the building of Freedom Park at Navy Pier. Admiral Kraft chats about how its army of volunteers are the soul of the museum, along with the Museum's massive footprint in supporting the region's nonprofit organizations. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community"...

Vince Nowicki, Chief Lending Officer for Mission Fed Credit Union, talks about the challenges of affordability in today's real estate climate; how the credit union is offering webinars on its diverse home loan packages; and the future of San Diego real estate market. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continu...

Wendell Bass, a revered retired principal at Lincoln High School in San Diego, talks about equity, educational leadership and the importance of teaching and believing that all children are brilliant. 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 o...

Michael McHale, CEO of St. Paul's Senior Services (SPSS), is joined by Amanda Gois, Chief Marketing Director for St. Paul's, to discuss SPSS's myriad services for those in need, as well as its focus on working with families to "plan for tomorrow today." A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted b...

Al Love, Sr. Director of the San Diego County Office of Education's "College and Career Readiness" Department, and Co-Chair of the Classroom of the Future Foundation's (CFF) 7th Annual "College and Career Pathways" Summit, chats about the February 29 event that will be held at National University's Spectrum Center. Love chats about the Summit's sessions that will address topics such as "Artificial...

Versatile Education Leader Excels Behind the Lens Paulette Donnellon, a Board member of the San Diego County Office of Education, chats about her experiences as a board member; her work as a key account manager for LEGO Education; and her passion as a renowned nature and wildlife photographer. Donnellon's photography work has earned her the California Wildlife "photo of the year," as well as the g...

Dr. Kat Donnelly, Co-Founder and CEO of Azentive, is joined by her colleague Sun Mutialu, Co-Founder and CSO, CTO of Azentive to champion more productive and healthier ways to grow food. 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 M...

Dr. Milton Brown of the DBT Therapy Center of San Diego talks about the mission of the Center; how therapy for complex and challenging emotional disorders can work without meds; and how to find a qualified therapist for borderline personality disorder. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by...

Todd Tibbits, the President & CEO of the YMCA of San Diego County -- the nation's largest YMCA Association -- discusses the Y's Strategic Plan; its re-branding campaign; and positive youth development. 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...

Renato Paiva, Executive Director of Access Youth Academy, discusses the Academy's prowess on the squash court -- the Access Girls team finished second at a recent National tournament -- and in the classroom, as Access students have achieved a 100% high school graduation rate, as well as a 100% college acceptance rate since it's founding 17 years ago. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlig...

Dennis DuBard, President of Sports San Diego, talks about the organization's success in boosting the local economy by producing events such as the iconic Holiday Bowl and inaugural Rady's Children's Invitational to our region. 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...

Melinda Cooper, Program Director for Words Alive, is joined by Jim McIlhon, one of the more than 1,000 Words Alive volunteers, to discuss the organization's mission; it's programs; and book distributions. 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...

Megan Waddell, Event Director of Curebound's annual Padres Pedal the Cause, chats about her organization's unique approach to support collaborative cancer research that has lead to the funding of 80+ innovative research projects and six clinical trials. Waddell talks about the nuts and bolts of the Sunday, April 7 Padres Pedal the Cause event. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On T...

Joe Sigurdson, Chief Success Officer of the Boys to Men Mentoring Network, is joined by facilitator and therapist, Moses Farrow, to discuss the Network's impact on empowering young men to become the best versions of themselves. Sigurdson talks about the Network's work with 40 schools in the San Diego County that represent 10 school districts. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On Th...

Dr. Ruthann Heinrich, Board Chair for National University, discusses the university's reputation as a trailblazer in the providing teaching credentials; serving massive numbers of active-duty military, veterans and dependents in its undergraduate programs; offering nationally recognized cybersecurity instruction; meeting the needs of its diverse student population. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast M...

Jose Cruz, CEO of the San Diego Council on Literacy, chats about the state of literacy in San Diego County; methods of teaching reading; creating a culture of reading in our communities; and the Imagination Library Program 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....

Cheryl Goddard, Executive Director of the San Diego River Valley Conservancy, is joined by her colleagues, Kim Yingst, Community Engagement Manager, and Joseph Rivera, Conservation Manager, to chat about the Conservancy's mission, along with upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in t...

Linda Lattimore, Founder of the Solutionaires Academy, talks about her second book, Great-itude: Overcoming Loneliness in a Disconnected World . Lattimore discusses the "loneliness pandemic that is affecting workers and society in a big way. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlo...

Drew Schlosberg, the host of the "Spotlight on the Community" Show -- the nation's longest running community podcast -- becomes the guest on his show to cover the beginnings of his podcast thoughts on the state of the media and everything in-between. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by D...

Emilia Vaughn, a singer-songwriter, chats about her struggles with mental health and how her singing and songwriting has helped her and others deal with the challenges brought on by mental stress. Vaughn gives listeners a sneak preview of her song, "Skeleton." BONUS: Lyrics to the song Skeleton By: Emilia Vaughn I am the empty drink up on your shelf I tried to sell myself Into your hands Your bed...

Diana Macis, Protective Services Program Manager of SD County's Child and Family Well-Being department, talks about the recruitment of resource parents and the shift in how children, youth and families are supported in terms of adoptive and foster care. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted b...

Kristen Fogle, Executive Director of San Diego Writers, Ink, discusses the organization's 20th Anniversary celebrations; it's Joy workshops; upcoming classes; the "Brown Bag" program; and the importance of storytelling. 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.  "...

Lt. Col (Ret.) Tony Anthony, a Vietnam veteran, talks about his role as the Senior Plaque Designer for the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial (MSNVM). Lt. Col. Anthony is joined by Neil O'Connell, Executive Director of MSNVM to discuss the Memorial's 70th Anniversary; membership strategy; MSNVM ceremonies; and the Memorial's focus on education and innovation. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Med...

Dr. Moises Baron, President & CEO of the San Diego Center for Children, chats about the pediatric mental health care crisis; the Center's comprehensive continuum of pediatric mental health and education services; and its success in improving access to mental health care. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country,...