TehachaPod

TehachaPod

The official award winning podcast for the City of Tehachapi, California. Our municipal government podcast covers the issues, topics, history, lifestyle and happenings in Tehachapi. This show features interviews and highlights of community events, meetings and other interactions that impact Tehachapi. TehachaPod has received several awards for Government Special Episode and Individual Episodes by a Government Agency.

Episodes

October 31, 2025 8 mins

Have you ever wondered who owns the water that comes out of your tap? In this episode of "Follow the Water," we're breaking down important terms you'll need to know as we continue our story. We explain what exactly an "acre-foot" is, what water rights are, and the complicated nature of water banking. 

For more information about Tehachapi's water, visit: https://liveuptehachapi.com/553/Tehachapis-W...

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See what events are in store for Tehachapi this weekend! If you have a question or comment, email us: media@tehachapicityhall.com. Have a safe and fun Halloween!

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In this episode of Follow the Water, we explore who manages the region's water. We'll learn about the adjudication of the basins, what a "watermaster" is, and explain TCCWD's ad valorem tax. 

For more information about Tehachapi's water, visit: https://liveuptehachapi.com/553/Tehachapis-Water

This series is narrated by Key ...

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Listen to our latest Weekend Activity Update to discover what events and activities are happening around town. Head over to our social media @CityofTehachapi to stay updated on everything going on!

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Want to learn more about local filmmakers, storytellers, and creators? Marilyn Schlitz and Andi Hicks sit down to discuss how the Eclectic Film Series came to be — and to spotlight Marilyn's film Death Makes Life Possible. Her film will be screening on October 28th at Fiddler's Crossing (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). To reserve a ticket, please text 818‑427‑5650.

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In the first episode of our series, "Follow the Water," we explore the details and processes behind where your water comes from.
This episode focuses on helping you understand three key concepts:
- What native water is

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Take a listen to this brief update on what's happening around town this weekend. Any questions or comments, email us at media@tehachapicityhall.com.

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Sarai Diaz, Special Events Supervisor for the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District, and Donna Clark, Sports Supervisor, join host Key Budge to discuss TVRPD's upcoming events and sports programs. To learn more, visit www.tvrpd.org

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October 13, 2025 2 mins

Water sustains Tehachapi — but behind every faucet lies a deeper story. Follow the Water explores the City's dispute with TCCWD, uncovering how outside decisions impact local residents, agriculture, and our shared future.

Get the facts. Hear the voices. Decide for yourself.

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Our Breast Cancer Awareness Walk is this Saturday! There is so much to do this weekend, it might be difficult to keep track of all the great events and activities. Take a listen to this episode to help plan out the jam-packed weekend.

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The City of Tehachapi and the Golden Hills Community Services District recently released a joint letter discussing the major sticking points of our two agencies' issues with the Tehachapi Cummings County Water District. The episode brings that letter to life with an engaging conversation between Tehachapi City Manager Greg Garrett, GHCSD General Manager Chris Carlson, Development Services Director Don Marsh, Community Engagement Di...

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October 3, 2025 13 mins

The Apple Festival returns to downtown Tehachapi through the leadership of the Semerenko Team! We sit down with Lorena Semerenko, Amber Mitchell, Burgendy Clark, and Tiffany Rea to learn about the new vibe the team is bringing to this year's festival. For more information, check out their Facebook page @tehachapiapplefest

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Take a listen to our latest Weekend Activity Update to learn more about what events and activities are happening around town! Keep up-to-date with City happenings on our social media, @CityofTehachapi on all platforms.

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Kyle Yates, Service Center Coordinator of the Salvation Army Tehachapi Service Center, joins the podcast to discuss their programs and resources available to our community. The Salvation Army seeks the community's support during the holiday season; whether it be through donations or volunteering, all are encouraged to help. For more information, visit www.salvationarmyusa.org

 

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Clare Scotti, Executive Director of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, recaps the successful Thunder on the Mountain event and shares a look at what's to come for the month of October. Plus, Healthy Hippie owners Kim Durham-Ashton and Thorn Ashton join the podcast to discuss their business's new location in downtown Tehachapi and the exciting events they have coming up.

To learn more about the Chamber, visit www.tehachapi.c...

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September 25, 2025 32 mins

Water talk from the recently aired KERN Radio morning show. We talk about Tehachapi's water resources, how it is delivered, and the role the State Water Project (SWP) (that all Tehachapi property owners pay for) and how it plays in our drinking water, who gets almost all of it and they don't even own property in Tehachapi.

Stay tuned to TehachaPod as we will be launching a new series of podcasts on Tehachapi's water, and everything...

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Take a listen to this brief update on what's happening around town this weekend. Any questions or comments, email us at media@tehachapicityhall.com

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Take a listen to hear about what is all happening around Tehachapi this weekend! If you have a question or comment, email us: media@tehachapicityhall.com.

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See what events are in store for Tehachapi this weekend! If you have a question or comment, email us: media@tehachapicityhall.com

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Take a listen to our latest Weekend Activity Update to learn more about what events and activities are happening around town! Keep up-to-date with City happenings on our social media, @CityofTehachapi on all platforms.

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