The John Olsen Show

John & Kristen sit down with Eddie Vandiver, General Manager of Sportsplex USA, to discuss the Santee Sportsplex.  When was the Sportplex built?  Who runs it?  How has covid affected the Sportsplex? What is "Let Them Play"?  Answers to all these questions and so many more on today's podcast! Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151

After almost 9 Million dollars and 80 weeks, John and Kristen sit down with Councilwoman and Director of Parks and Recreation at Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve, Laura Koval to discuss the current status of the Lakes and what's in store for the future.  When will all the construction be finished and open?  Who pays for the Lakes?  Ever heard a good duck joke?  Who's Ranger Ray?  Find an...

On this week's episode, John and Kristen are joined by Dean Velasco owner of the Riverwalk Grill & member of the Santee Parks and Recreation Council. (SPARC) Join them as they discuss all things that have changed and will continue to change in Santee's parks and community centers. How is Mast park safer after the remodeling? What's going on with Woodglen Vista Park? Is there a c...

On this week's episode:  John and Kristen discuss this week's City Council meeting and what it means for the Fanita Ranch Development.  A quick update on the covid vaccine in San Diego and what role Qualcomm Stadium might play in distributing it.  Will there be a Santee Street Fair this year? And lastly, some good restaurant recommendations in Santee.  Sponsored by your favorite Real Est...

On this week's episode: -James Sly,  President/CEO of the East County Economic Development Council, dives deep on what the ECEDC is and how they're helping businesses in East County not only stay open during the pandemic, but also succeed in all aspects of business. -How the ECEDC is supporting and inspiring local students to find jobs in East County's diverse, healthy workforce. Le...

In this week's episode: -Recently elected Dustin Trotter joins us to discuss how his agendas are going to help Santee businesses recover and thrive. -And update on Handels Ice Cream -An update on how Grossmont Union High School District and Santee School District have been responding to the pandemic -New things to come and new ways to view Chamber Councils -Why we think the recent election ha...

Guest Rob McNelis, Market Leader of Movement Mortgage and Santee’s Vice Mayor discuss the real estate market trends and forecasts for 2021: Will the bubble pop? Are there enough homes being built? Should we buy a house in San Deigo?  And how the City of Santee is responding to the pandemic.  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151

Family, friends, a potential stimulus check, and so much more! In today's episode, John and Kristen share their many reasons to be thankful this year, how far they've come, and what they think the future might look like.  Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151

Though the Covid vaccine is on its way here, our local restaurants are still in need of your support right now .  Kristen and John explain why they're committing to order Take Out 'till Christmas as their way to support local restaurants and how you can participate. Light Light the Night @ Pathways Community Church   Their free light show will run on repeat (about every 10 minutes) night...

An in-depth conversation with the owner of the UPS store in Santee, Greg Gagnon, concerning the Christmas mailing influx, when you should send your packages, and what to expect when you visit your local UPS store in Santee. A quick update on the long-awaited results of our local election and how local businesses are celebrating Christmas in Santee! UPS in Santee Learn more about Lantern Crest&apos...

Santee's favorite, Jimmy's Family Restaurant, had a recent break-in and we discuss how we can help support them as they recover. Visit this link to learn more and watch this video to see how you can help We discuss Santee's 40th birthday and how you can celebrate with free deserts all around Santee and fireworks! Click this link to learn more Food truck central is yummy and open for...

Another conversation with Kristen Dare, Santee Chamber of Commerce CEO, about the up and coming Small Business Saturday, tasty food trucks, and how we're celebrating Santee's 40th birthday! Santee Food Trucks: Find all the information about Santee's weekly foodtrucks here Small Business Saturday: Fitgerald's Boutique facebook and website Al's Sports Shop facebook and websi...

A quick conversation with Kristen Dare, Santee Chamber of Commerce CEO, about the Coffee Corner, the current status, and potential effects, of the local election on our local economy and the residents within Santee. https://santeechamber.com Sponsored by your favorite Real Estate Agent - John Olsen 619 855-1151