Spotlight on the Community

Dr. Satyan Devadoss, the Fletcher Jones Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of San Diego,talks about making mathematics more attractive and accessible for learners of all backgrounds, and empowering those in the humanities and the arts to have an equal seat in our science-obsesses culture. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running com...

Keyon Perkins, a Southwestern College Student-Athlete, discusses the support he has received from the Southwestern College Foundation to help him successfully navigate the challenges of being a college student and athlete. Perkins is joined by Sofia Salgado Robitaille, Executive Director of the Foundation, and Trina Eros, Basic Needs Coordinator for Southwestern College. A bout Spotlight and Cloud...

Joe Gavin, Chief Programs and Community Engagement Officer for the San Diego Seniors Community Foundation, talks about the Foundation's vision of a world where older adults enjoy a healthy, dynamic way of life, where they are socially connected, physically active and meaningful engaged in their communities. Gavin is joined by Lynn Wolsey, Director of the Ed Brown Center for Active Adults, to discu...

Norman Mackenzie, Community Engagement Coordinator for the Salvation Army Rehabilitation Center, discusses the programs at the Center, along with his story on how the Center helped him overcome homelessness and fight addiction. 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 y...

Dr. Kiersten Riedler, a multi-talented facial plastic surgeon for the La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre & Medical Spa, is joined by Monique Ramsey, Chief Community Officer, chat about the Centre's exceptional patient care and customer service, along with the organization's longtime support of venerable nonprofits such as Humble Design San Diego, Las Patronas and Promises2Kids. Dr. Riedler, an a...

Richard Lederer, nationally recognized author, columnist and humorist, is joined by Jose Cruz, CEO of the San Diego Council on Literacy, to talk about the Council's collaboration with Cloudcast Media to develop a 10-part audio-curriculum series called "Lederer on Language." A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country,...

Artists Zach Dobbins, Ethan Chan and Helena Westra chat about La Jolla's Bfree Studio where their artwork is featured in the "More Than 1: An Art Exhibition of Multiples" exhibit. Dobbins talks about the Santa's Workshop Holiday Pop Up Show at Bfree. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by D...

Dr. Lauren Lek, Head of School at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, and one of OLP's superstar students, Ainsley Savant, an OLP senior, talk about how the OLP culture helps students thrive in their areas of interest ... for Ainsley, its broadcast journalism. Lek and Savant are joined by OLP Alum, Sophia Nunez, a Senior Executive Producer at Cloudcast Media. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "...

Scott Silber, Executive Director of the Allgire Foundation, chats about the Foundation's mission to empower people who are impacted by the lack of affordable housing by changing their lives through advocacy, education and support. 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 2...

Veronica Murphy, Artistic Director for Write Out Loud, and Rachael Van Wormer, an Associate Artistic Director, discuss Write Out Loud's "LitAlive" productions: The Yellow Wallpaper and Ripples from Walden Pond. Van Wormer stars in the one-person The Yellow Wallpaper play. Murphy chats about the myriad community programs offered by Write Out Loud. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight O...

Mary Jurgensen, Community Outreach Director for the nationally recognized Gary & Mary West PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly), is joined by colleague Matt Vasile, a West PACE social worker, to discuss the organization's annual "Everyday Necessities Drive for North County Seniors" program. Jurgensen and Vasile chat about PACE programs and services, along with tips on how to identi...

Tracy Jones, Founding Board Member of the International Memoir Writers Association, and Mahshid Hager, a memoirist and a founder of a counseling and consulting business, talk about the 8th Annual Memoir Showcase that will be held on December 8 at the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center in La Jolla. Jones and Hager chat about what to expect at the Showcase, as well as Hager's memoir that will be s...

Olivia Espinosa, Director of Scripps Ranch Theatre's Extreme Home Makeover, is joined by one of the play's actresses, Leticia Bombardier, to discuss the universal themes in the play and the importance 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 years.  "Spot...

Len Novarro, former newspaper reporter, columnist and editor, chats about his book, Wordslinger: The Life an Times of a Newspaper Junkie. Novarro discusses his Staten Island Ferry encounter with Paul McCartney; his most famous relative: Joe DiMaggio; and the state of the newspaper industry today. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community p...

Megan Waddell, Curebound Event Director for Padres Pedal the Cause, and Kellie Sullivan, Curebound Team Development Manager for Padres Pedal the Cause, discuss the mission of Curebound and the success of Padres Pedal the Cause, a cancer fundraising cycling challenge, that has raised $23 million dollar since its initial challenge in 2013. Waddell and Sullivan talk about the six local institutions t...

Abby Ducharme, a 13-year old San Diego County student, chats about her first book: The New Crafters. Ducharme, a Minecraft expert, is joined by her Mom -- Dr. Julie Ducharme -- to talk about Abby's other interests: game designing, athletics and art. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Dr...

Dr. Gary Weitzman, President & CEO of the nationally recognized San Diego Humane Society, talks about the benefits of adopting a senior-aged pet; the 50th Anniversary of the Humane Society's Project Wildlife Program; and the launch of its Community Veterinary Program A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continu...

Krishna Kabra, CEO of the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, chats about the Museum's first ever STEMposium, slated for Thursday, December 1. The STEMposium will feature the region's most innovative education and community leaders who advocate the importance of cultivating human potential. Krishna is joined by her daughter, Shiva, a Pacific Ridge High School sophomore, who shares her thoughts...

Rich Portelance, Vice President and General Manager of Journeys Map, and Judy Steingass, Director of Customer Experience, discuss the diversity of career pathway opportunities; the ease to navigate the "game-changing" product; and the breadth of data within the scope of Journeys Map A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the...

Tim Ney, Executive Director of the Armed Services YMCA San Diego, founded in 1920, discusses the YMCA's plethora of programs and services geared toward military families; its Horse of the Sun Ranch; and its annual dinner, slated for Friday, January 17, 2023 aboard the iconic USS Midway Museum. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podc...

Jessica Toth, Executive Director of the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, is joined by the Jennifer Galey, the Center's Senior Environmental Educator, to talk about the Center's mission; its pioneering curbside recycling program; reducing food waste during the holidays; and other innovative initiatives and projects. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is t...

Jessica Berger, Vice President of University Advancement for California State University San Marcos, announces the university's #1 ranking among 1,400 colleges in Social Mobility. The prestigious recognition will be a catalyst in the university's creation of the West Coast's first Social Mobility Center. Berger chats about the university's largest and most ambitious fundraising campaign, along wit...

Tim Baird, former Superintendent of the Encinitas Union Elementary School District and Board Member of the Classroom of the Future Foundation (CFF), talks about the recent CFF-produced "Supe Tank" presentations of nine local superintendents at Qualcomm Industries. Each "Supe Tank" presentation featured a pitch from the presenting superintendent to support a key initiative in his or her district. B...

Michael Camacho, Executive Director of the VAPA Foundation, chats about the Foundation's VAPA Enhancement Program; its Makers Art Program with six elementary schools; and its work to provide grants to teachers to pursue innovative art projects. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Sc...

Bradley Heilman, Co-Founder and CEO of Exploros, and Greg Currie, CEO of Founder of Technology in Education (TIE), chat about how their technologies has engaged students by enabling them to be active participants in the classroom. Heilman and Currie are joined by TIE Executive Vice President Mosses Godoy, to discuss significant testing gains by students due to engagement, caring teachers and inter...