The John Olsen Show

The John Olsen Show

Listen in as John Olsen entertains with fun and engaging conversations with friends and guests from around the San Diego county. Stay up to date and in the know with the John Olsen Show.

Episodes

July 29, 2025 40 mins

This week, John is joined by Michael Larrañaga, Director of Winery Operations/Sommelier/Vintner from Trevi Hills Winery. They discuss the Trevi Hills Winery, the changes and growth coming to the vineyard, and more!


To learn more,

Trevi Hills Winery Website


To contact John Olsen,

619-855-1151

John@TheSanteeGuy.com

JohnOlsen.com

John Olsen RE Facebook 

Santee Update Facebook 

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This week on the podcast, John is joined by Meghan, Randy, and Darlene from the Santana All Class Reunion. They discuss how the event came together, what to expect on the day of, and more!


Santana All Class Reunion at Santee Lakes

Lake 5 from 11am-4pm (but the space is reserved all day)

Bring your chairs and stay a while!

Mission Realty Group will be serving Hamburgers and Hot Dogs while they last


To learn more,

Santana High Sc...

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This week, John is joined by Jonny Van Ommering, Part-Owner and Operator of Oma's Family Farm. Together they discuss the history of Oma's family farm, the impact of the farm and family on the community, and the events they have coming up!


To learn more about Oma's Family Farm,

Oma's Family Farm Website

Oma's Family Farm Facebook

Oma's Family Farm Instagram


To contact John Olsen,
619-855-1151

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This week on the John Olsen Show, John is joined by the previous and current CEOs of the Santee Chamber of Commerce! Kristen Dare (President & CEO from 2019-2025) and Amanda Daugherty (current President & CEO), join John to discuss  the changes happening in the Santee Chamber of Commerce, what a chamber of commerce is/does, and upcoming events!

Morning Buzz - Wednesday, July 9th from 8-10am

Coffee Corner at 235 Town Center Pa...

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This week, John is joined by Amaya Ford-Marrs, owner and baker of Love & Bake Bakery. They discuss Amaya's journey through culinary school and starting her business, the heart behind her business, and more!


To Learn More,

Love & Bake Website

Love & Bake FaceBook

Love & Bake Instagram

Love & Bake TikTok


To contact John Olsen,
619-855-1151
John@TheSanteeGuy.com
JohnOlsen.com https://www.johnol...

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This week, John is joined again by Becky Lowndes, the Special Events Supervisor for the City of Santee. They discuss the events that we have coming up this summer, as well as the programs that the city offers to support the community's youth and seniors. 


Movies in the Park: Moana 2 

Town Center Park East

Festivities to begin at 5pm

Movie to start at Dusk (~7:15pm)


Free Swim Days at the Y

June 7th & July 12th

10am-12pm,...

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This week on The John Olsen Show Podcast, John is joined by Louise Russell, a member of the San Diego River Artists' Alliance (SDRAA). They discuss the origin of SDRAA, the different artists within the group and the different media they produce, and the causes they're supporting.


The Ebb and Flow of the River Pop-Up Art Show

May 18th at two locations simultaneously 

T+C Park at Town and Country Resort on River Park Driv...

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This week, John is joined by Robin Boland, Executive Director of the Julian Chamber of Commerce! Tune in to hear about Robin's time with the Chamber, the must-see's in Julian, and swap stories about visiting & living in Julian!


To Learn More,

"Visit Julian" Website

Julian Chamber of Commerce


To contact John Olsen,

619-855-1151

John@TheSanteeGuy.com

JohnOlsen.com

John Olsen RE Facebook 

Santee Update Faceboo...

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This week, John is joined by Clint August, local radio host and owner of Motorcycle Monkey. Together, they share stories, discuss upcoming events, and invite you to the 23rd Annual May Ride!


May Ride - Motorcycle Ride in Support of Our Troops

May 17th at Biggs Harley Davidson

Registration from 8:30-10am 


To learn more,

May Ride Information

Clint August Radio Instagram

Motorcycle Monkey Instagram

101KGB Instagram


To contact Jo...

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This week, John is joined by Michele Perez, an independent singer/songwriter, and her marketing & media manager, Gerren Hall. They discuss where Michele got her start as a singer, her process as a songwriter, and more


To learn more,

MichelePrezLLC.com

Michele Perez Spotify

Michele Perez Instagram


To contact John Olsen,

619-855-1151

John@TheSanteeGuy.com

JohnOlsen.com

John Olsen RE Facebook 

Santee Update Facebook 

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This week, John is joined by David Koontz, the Marketing Director for the USS Midway Museum. They discuss the history of the USS Midway, its transition from active duty to decommissioned/museum life, the updates coming to Navy Pier, and much more! Tune in to hear about what sets the USS Midway Museum apart as a floating maritime museum


50th Anniversary of Operation Frequent Wind

April 27th from 10am to 3pm

Event Details


To le...

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This week, John is joined by Dennis Martins, the President of the Board for the Santee Food Bank. They discuss Dennis's role in the Food Bank, where the Food Bank sources their donations, the reach of impact, and how you can get involved!


The Santee Food Bank Website

Located behind Carlton Hills Lutheran Church off Halberns Dr

Food Pantry

Open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8am-11am

Distributed to Santee residents only

Co...

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This week, John is joined by Steve & Jennifer Rolf, owners of Off Broadway Live! They discuss the origin and evolution of Off Broadway Live in Santee, how they have curated the experience that has earned them 750 Season Pass holders, and the talent that they bring to the stage each year.


To learn more,

Off Broadway Live Website

Off Broadway Live Facebook

Off Broadway Live Instagram


To contact John Olsen,

619-855-1151

John@Th...

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February 28, 2025 14 mins

This week, John is joined by Darcy Fagerwold & Tim Staump, co-founders of Elev8 Arts Foundation, a non-profit that aims to provide all children with access to classes in the arts. Darcy, the owner of Expressions Dance & Movement Center, and Tim, the owner of Staump School of Music, invite you to join them at their Tutu Fun Run Fundraiser in tandem with the City of Santee's "Discover Your CommUNITY" event


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This week, John is joined by local radio personality Clint August! Clint has been on the radio for almost 20 years, and a fixture at 101.5 KGB on Monday through Friday. Together, he and John discuss his business in Santee (Motorcycle Monkey Coffee), his non-profit event (May Ride), and how he got his start on the air. If you have any funny stories you'd like to share (and maybe hear on air), email Clint at ClintAugust@gmail.co...

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This week, John is joined by Bree Osborne, the Marketing Manager for the City of Santee. They discuss the two Marine Corps units that the City of Santee adopted to support for the past 20 years, HMH 462 out of Mira Mar and 2nd Battalion 1st Marines out of Camp Pendleton, and the Golf Classic that will fund continued support of the service members and their families. They also discuss the exciting events that are just around the cor...

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Welcome back and Happy New Year!! This week, John is joined by the one and only Kristen Dare, President & CEO of the Santee Chamber. Together they discuss the local polls open for voting, the 15th Annual Santee Street Fair, and all things East County!

Santee Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Night
Thursday, March 6th at 6pm | Sycuan Casino Resort

Santee Heroes Celebration
Thursday, April 24th at 5:3...

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December 10, 2024 17 mins

This week, John is joined by Jessie Case from HandsOn San Diego! They discuss the different opportunities you can find on their website, the different organizations they work with, and how you can get involved.

To learn more,
HandsOnSanDiego.org
HandsOn San Diego Facebook
HandsOn San Diego Instagram

To contact John Olsen,
619-855-1151
John@TheSanteeGuy.com
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This week, John is joined by Tony Teravainen, the CEO and Co-Founder of Support The Enlisted Project (STEP). They discuss the support and resources that STEP has to offer, the work Tony has put in to make sure that veterans across the country have access to the help that they need, and where you can reach them.

To learn more,
STEP Website
STEP Facebook
STEP Instagram

To contact John Olsen,
619-855-...

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This week, John is joined by Kathy Kassel, the current CEO of the Lakeside Chamber, and Cassie Usry, the incoming CEO of the Lakeside Chamber. They discuss The Spirit of Christmas on Maine, the Touch-A-Truck: Lakeside Edition, and more 2025 events!

Spirit of Christmas on Maine
Saturday, December 7th from 3 to 7:30pm
Maine St Lakeside - From Eastbound to Maine & Woodside
Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive at 5pm...

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