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

January 1, 2026 47 mins

We re-cap 2025 with Clare Scottu from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and look into 2026. The Chicago Title team including Ashley Borst, Dana Irwin and Elsa Guiterrez join us and talk about how they help Santa every year with the letters written by Tehachapi children.

Send your thoughts questions and comments to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.

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The 2025 Kern EDC Energy Summit was a huge success, we re-cap the event with Kern EDC Chairman RIchard Chapman. Greg Garrett and Corey Costelloe attended the Energy Summit and talk in detail about energy in Kern County and what a huge impact it has on our economy.

Send your questions, thoughts and suggestions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com

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Listen to our latest Weekend Activity Update to discover what festive 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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December 10, 2025 30 mins

The Winter Wonderettes takes the stage at the Beekay Theatre this weekend! President of TCTA James Carhart and cast members Rhiana Medina (Missy) and Asia Ferguson (Cindy Lou) join us to share behind-the-scenes stories from this fetive production. 

Learn more about the Tehachapi Community Theatre Association and grab your tickets at 

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

Hometown Christmas information: click here

To view the map of participating businesses for Hometown Christmas: click here

 

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December 1, 2025 16 mins

Clare Scotti, Executive Director of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce shares a look at what's to come for the month of December. To learn more about the Chamber, visit www.tehachapi.com.

Facebook: Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce

Instagram: chambertehachapi

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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 great weekend!

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What if Tehachapi once had a path to true water independence? In this episode of Follow the Water, we uncover the story of the IPR project—a long-planned, state-approved solution that promised stability and sustainability for Tehachapi's water.  Former Development Services Director Jay Schlosser walks us through how the project worked, why it mattered, and how political gridlock and shifting decisions ultimately stopped it in its t...

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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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November 20, 2025 11 mins

Check out the exciting events the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District is hosting throughout the holiday season! For more information, visit www.tvrpd.org

 

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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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November 7, 2025 10 mins

In this episode of "Follow the Water," we highlight your local water provider, and if you live in Tehachapi proper, that's the City of Tehachapi's Water Department.

Join us as Public Works Director Tyler Napier explains how the department maintains the city's water infrastructure, manages conservation efforts, and upholds its commitment to responsible water stewardship. You'll also hear from JR Ag...

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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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Clare Scotti, Executive Director of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce shares a look at what's to come for the month of November. Plus, Go2Girlz Antiques and Funky Junk owners Michele Borquez, Sierra Borquez, and Bayla Borquez join the podcast to discuss all the exciting events they have coming up for the holidays. Make sure to follow Go2Girlz Antiques and Funky Junk to stay up-to-date on their events and hours!

Instagram: f...

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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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