The John Olsen Show

On this week's episode, John sits down with long-time Santee local Mike Aiken and Kristen Dare to discuss the Carlton Oaks Country Club,  Friday night live music, some upcoming changes that are coming to the Golf Course, and the 3rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Golf Tournament. Friday Night Live Music at the Carlton Oaks Country Club 5:00 pm Nov 12 - 3rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Golf Tour...

On this week's episode, John and Kristen sit down with Liz from the Santee Library to discuss all the amazing programs and communities the Santee Library has to offer. Listen to this week's episode and find a reason to make your way down to the Santee Library. learn more here                                                                                                                  ...

On this week's episode, John sits down with familiar 101.5 KGB radio voice, Clint August, and Kristen Dare to discuss Motorcycle Monkey, the new Veterans Memorial, how you can support the new memorial, and some motorcycle talk.  Motorcycle Monkey: Bike Night Thursday, August 19th @ 6:00 PM  10366 Mission Gorge Rd. Help support the privately funded Veterans Memorial at santeechamber.com/vetera...

On this week's episode, John sits down with Santee Vice Mayor, Rob McNelis, and Kristen Dare. They go in-depth on the housing market, the reasons behind the high prices, and some talk about mortgages in San Diego.  Listen to this episode to stay up to date with all things Santee and commentary on the current housing market.  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-11...

On this week's episode, John sits down with Kristen and the President/ CEO of the East County Economic Development Council, James Sly, to discuss the amazing services offered by the ECEDC and how you can take advantage of them. If your business used the help of PPP (Payment Protection Program) during the pandemic, now is the time to report back. Schedule a free appointment now to get some ass...

On this episode of the Santee Update, John and Kristen sit down to discuss the growing need for workers, the Fall Street Fair in September, Board and Brew, upcoming camping adventures, and Padre Dam.  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151

On this week's episode, John and Kristen recap the 4th of July weekend, the new businesses in town, and a Q&A with John.  Board and Brew is now open. Handel's Ice Cream will open soon.  What's up with Karl Strauss? Should Santee get a roller rink?  Listen to The Santee Update to answer your questions & stay up to date with all things Santee!  Sponsored by your favorite Real...

On this week's episode, John sits down with Kristen and Alex to discuss what it's like to live in Santee.  The Santee Update has moved into a new studio and has some amazing things in store, stay tuned to keep up to date with all things Santee!  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151

On this week's episode, John & Kristen sit down with Special Events Supervisor, Jon Shellhammer, and discuss all the amazing activities happening soon in Santee!    Santee Summer Concerts - Learn More Here   June 24 - The Mighty Untouchables  July 4th Santee Salutes (access into park opens 2pm, 4pm food trucks, 6pm Entertainment will start) July 15 Wingstock - back to the garden (cash onl...

On this week's podcast, John and Kristen discuss what's the things going on in Santee; the new businesses coming to town, a recap of last week's fundraiser, and a heated debate of Overlanding vs camping.  Listen to this week's episode to stay up to date on everything going on in Santee!  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151

On this week's episode, John & Kristen sit down with local business owner Darcy Fagerwold to  discuss the inspiring story of how Expressions Dance & Movement Center came to be, and the many amazing ways it's giving back to our community.  If you have any questions, would like to donate, or maybe you're a small business who's interested in donating to the raffle: email -...

On this week's episode, John sits down with Kristen Dare and pending chairpersonship, Melissa Dombo, to dive deep into all things Santee Magazine.  John tells the story of how the Santee Magazine came to be. Melissa Dombo and Kristen Date talk about how the Santee magazine has evolved into what it is today.   If you're a business that would like to run some ads in the Santee Magazine, ho...

In this week's episode, John & Kristen sit down with Dustin Trotter to discuss the ways we can support our local veterans.  Memorial Day at VFW Hall Post 9327  8516 N Magnolia Ave #203, Santee, CA 92071 Come by and have some food, maybe a drink, and donate.  New Veteran's Memorial in Santee to be unveiled on November 11th  It looks like the Santee Street Fair will be happening toward...

On today's podcast, John and Kristen discuss: What up with Santee Salutes 4th of July Fireworks? Will there be a Santee Street Fair this year? Friday Night Live Music Series @ the Oaks Club Morning Buzz with the Santee Chamber of Commerce @ Coffee Corner #2 Why is the housing market going crazy and should you sell? Santee Update Facebook John's phone number 619-855-1151 Sponsored by your...

In this week's episode, John and Kristen have a conversation with Darcy Fagerwold, owner of Expressions Dance and Movement Center and member of Santee Chamber of Commerce.  Expressions Dance and Movement Center has been in Santee for 10 years! Hear the story and meet the founder behind the studio! Get to know the people who own the local businesses around you in Episode 24 of The Santee Updat...

In this week's episode, John and Kristen have a conversation with Mike and Melissa Dombo, owners of Raceway Electric & Solar. Raceway Electric is a family-owned, local business, and this week we go in-depth on the story of their legacy. Get to know the people who own the local businesses around you in Episode 23 of The Santee Update www.racewayelectric.net 619-596-1918 raceway electric fa...

On this week's Episode: John nails the sound effects and a discussion with Kristen Dare & Breanne Humphrey, marketing coordinator at City of Santee, about: Concerts in the park, Santee TV, online council meetings, new restaurants in  Santee, and we want to hear from you! What do you want to see in Santee? DM the Santee Update Facebook    Vaccine & Covid Info   MAP Grant Rent out picni...

A special Friday episode with Todd Tolson, from Riverview Community Church,  about the pandemic's effects on Riverview's Church attendance and an Easter Celebration on the 4th!  RSVP for Riverview's Easter celebration! - click here Riverview Community Church Facebook - click here Riverview Community Church Address - 8861 N Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA 92071 Sponsored by your favorite Re...

On this week's episode, John and Kristen go in-depth with Supervisor Joel Anderson on vaccinations, the potential new Amazon warehouse, new jobs, law enforcement without weapons, antibodies from goats, how the Amazon warehouse can relieve some traffic, internships, and so much more on this weeks episode Give it a listen and stay up to date on everything going on in Santee! Sponsored by your f...

Today Kristine Costa comes on the show to "talk some trash" and to talk about all that Waste Management does for Santee.  They discuss the great charity work of Waste Management, how you should be recycling,  why your residential bill might have an increase, and some new state mandates that are scheduled to roll out by 2025. Tune in today and learn about Waste Management! Waste Managemen...

A conversation with Andy Lloyd and Kristen Dare about tomorrow's St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser at the 3 Frog's Brewery from 3-8 pm 10366 Mission Gorge Rd suite a, Santee, CA 92071 Special brew project with Santee Update’s John Olsen: Hint O’ Mint beer A portion of the proceeds from Hint O’ Mint & all beer sales and all tips from the night donated to the Santee Food Bank Additional inf...

This week John and Kristen sit down with Senator Brian Jones to discuss some serious bills that are soon to be voted on.  Do you have porch pirates stealing your packages? Did you hear that they might be releasing violent sexual predators from prison early? Will the bill to protect your freedom of religion pass?  All these questions are answered in this episode! Learn about the bills that will aff...

An in-depth conversation with Vice Mayor Rob NcNelis about the real estate market and why it's spiking.   What happens when the rates go up?  Where is the market headed?  How does San Diego feel about the new Amazon fulfillment center?  Is the movie theater still coming to Santee?  Some wisdom on how this will affect you & what you should do to take advantage of the current market. Sponso...

Guest speaker, Eddie Vandiver of sportsplex USA, discusses the potential return of adult slow-pitch softball next month on Monday, March 15th  at sportsplex. John Olsen collaborating with three frogs beer company for a limited-release mint stout beer in time for St. Patrick’s Day! Kristen Dare, with the Santee Chamber, talks about the Shop Santee program and a local church plugging in tens of thou...

John and Kristen have an engaging discussion about new ways of doing business in Santee,  how they've seen businesses adapt to the pandemic environment, and where they see the future of local, small businesses going.  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151