Spotlight on the Community

Spotlight on the Community

19 YEARS AND RUNNING! THE LONGEST RUNNING COMMUNITY PODCAST IN AMERICA Drew Schlosberg's Spotlight on the Community amplifies the voices of social impact organizations, social entrepreneurs, local non-profits and other community champions who help shape the culture, creativity, and connectivity that drive the San Diego community to ever higher levels. Come on in and listen to the longest running community podcast in the country, now in its 19th year, brought to you by Mission Fed Credit Union, lifting the San Digo community for over 60 years. "Spotlight On The Community" is one of 80+ shows from Cloudcast Media, the national leader in local podcasting. For more information on Cloudcast Media, please visit https://cloudcastmedia.us/

Episodes

Leading Communications Firm Celebrates Silver Anniversary

August 8, 2025 • 28 mins
Joice Curry, President & CEO of c3Communications, is joined by Sean Curry, COO of c3, to discuss its 25-year history of working shoulder-to-shoulder with its esteemed clients regarding media relations, crisis communications and brand positioning.

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Nationally Recognized Educational Leader Joins "Leading for Student Success"

August 8, 2025 • 28 mins
Dr. Francisco Escobedo, a nationally recognized school superintendent and the Vice President of Think Together's "Leading for Success," talks about the Superintendent Leadership Academy; creating "transcendent superintendents; and the systemic impact of strong superintendents.

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B Corp Advocate Laser-Beamed on Supporting Artists and Nonprofits

August 8, 2025 • 26 mins
Sam Mazzeo, Co-Founder of Fervor & Zeal, chats about the value of B Corporations; the mission of his organization that recently received the prestigious B Corp designation; and its support of artists and nonprofits.

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Literacy Leader is Bullish on the Power of Reading

August 8, 2025 • 25 mins
Rachael Orose, Executive Director of Words Alive, discusses the organization's 25 years of connecting children, teen and families to the power of reading; training community-based organizations in reading best practices; and its robust partnership with 80 schools and community organizations.

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The Nonprofit Manifesto is a Must for Nonprofit Leaders

August 8, 2025 • 25 mins
Nancy Batterman, a longtime leader in the nonprofit arena, chats about her book, The Nonprofit Manifesto; the "One Page Strategic Plan; and her focus on helping nonprofit organizations reach sustainability.

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Association's 30-Year Plus Vision for All Californian's Focuses on Accessible and Equitable Health Care

August 8, 2025 • 26 mins
Laura Josh, General Manager of California Schools VEBA, talks about the Association's support of public sector employees in accessing health care.  Josh discusses VEBA's recent Economic Development Report that noted a savings of nearly $1.4 billion in public funds since its 1993 founding.

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UCSD Scientist Relishes in Promoting the Science of Sound and Music to Students and Teachers

August 7, 2025 • 24 mins
Victor Minces, a UCSD researcher and creator of the UCSD's Listening to Waves program, chats about his motivation to promote the science of sound, music and playfulness.  Minces talks about training teachers to use curriculum that has students playfully exploring and creating sound.

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Military Family Clinic Ensures Veterans and Their Families Receive High-Quality Mental Health Care

August 6, 2025 • 24 mins
Giselle Vallejo, Lead Clinician and Associate Director for the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Veterans Village San Diego, talks about serving the entire military family; military to veteran transition challenges; and its deep roots in San Diego.

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Revered Educator Launches Organization to Transform Schools for Career Exploration

August 6, 2025 • 30 mins
Al Love, a nationally recognized educator in the area of college and career readiness, chats about the formation of his newest venture, "Career Pathway Transformations." His organization will work closely with San Diego County's 43 school districts to train aspiring school administrators on how to partner with key local businesses and organizations such as the Classroom of the Future Foundation.

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Volunteer Lawyer Program Continues to be Godsend to San Diego County Nonprofits

August 6, 2025 • 32 mins
Jenn Nelson, CEO of the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program (SDVLP), is joined by Kieran de Terra, an Associate Lawyer for DLA Piper and SDVLP volunteer, discuss SDVLP's mission, its pro bono model and its support of nonprofit organizations.  Nelson and de Terra are joined by David Tillman, CEO and Founder of ProPhound Kids, to talk about how SDVLP has provided invaluable services to the nonprofit.

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Organization's Mission: Improve and Advance the Crown Jewel of San Diego -- Balboa Park

July 28, 2025 • 29 mins
Katy McDonald, President & CEO of Forever Balboa Park, discusses the restoration of park's Botanical Building and Gardens; its vibrant volunteer program; and how the community can support some of the park's deferred maintenance headwinds.

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Research and Innovation Thrive at San Diego State University

July 28, 2025 • 22 mins
Hala Madanat, Vice President for Research and Innovation at SDSU, chats about the university's loft position as one of the top 5% of universities for its high level of research activities and its significant doctoral research degree conferral.  Madanat talks about innovation activities at the university, along with future plans for SDSU in Mission Valley.

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UCSD's Asian-Pacific Islander Alumni Build Communities Through Scholarships and Networking

July 28, 2025 • 25 mins
Jane Lee, Chairwoman of the UCSD Asian-Pacific Islander Alumni Council, discusses the Council's work to create scholarships and endowment funds for UCSD Students.  Lee chats about bridging graduating students with alumni to create a strong, sustainable network.

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Daily Newsletter Focuses on Publishing Local Stories That Are Shaping San Diego

July 28, 2025 • 32 mins
Kate Murphy, a reporter for Axios San Diego, talks about it's launch two years ago; the importance of local reporting; its variety of coverage topics; and its growing audience.

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Principal of Magnet School Shouts Out Partnership with Impactful Community Center

July 19, 2025 • 33 mins
Lucille Ciudad Real, Principal of Carson Elementary STEAM Magnet School, talks about the school's partnership with Bayside Community Center, along with the its strong dual language program for native and English speaking students.  Real is joined by Adam Osorio, Associate Director of Communications for Bayside CC, and Fernando Lucas, a former Bayside student, to talk about Bayside's Academic Club and Back-to-School campaign.

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Historical Fiction Author Bullish on Rigorous, Hands-On Archival Research

July 19, 2025 • 31 mins
Elizabeth St. John, a Historical Fiction Author, chats about how her stories are grounded in her family's centuries-long history in England, and the importance of being relentless to uncover original archival sources.  St. John talks about her recent book, The King's Intelligencer; then sheds light on her public relations experiences with the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.

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San Diego Cyber Clinic Established to Train Students to Offer Cyber Support to Under-Resourced Organizations

July 19, 2025 • 24 mins
Chris Simpson, Director of National University's Center for Cyber Security, discusses the formation of the San Diego Cyber Clinic from $1 million grant funding from Google's Cybersecurity Clinics Fund.  Simpson notes that the San Diego Cyber Clinic aims to grow an inclusive cyber workforce, increase digital security for all and serve as a model for regional collaboratives.

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Home of Guiding Hands Gears Up for Annual North Park Fundraiser

July 19, 2025 • 25 mins
Edward Hershey, CEO and President of Home of Guiding Hands, is joined by Falon Leszczynski, Vice President of Operations, to chat about the organization 58-year history in being one of the largest providers of disability services in San Diego and Imperial Counties.  Hershey and Leszczynski talk about the August 2 "Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl"; it's highly regarded Life Planning program; and its Client Social Club.

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National Latina Business Women Association (NLBWA) Members Tout Association for Personal and Business Success

July 19, 2025 • 22 mins
Jennifer Zuniga, a NLBWA Board member, is joined by Diana Canales, a NLBWA member, to discuss the mission of the association and how its programs and services have benefitted both of the Latina professionals.

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La Mesa-Spring Valley School District Partners with UCSD Center of Mindfulness to Strengthen Mental Health

July 17, 2025 • 30 mins
Meg Jacobsen, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources for the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District, and Renee Lewis, Director of Youth and Family Education Programs for the UCSD Center for Mindfulness, talk about their partnership that aims to empower educators and school staff to reduce stress, strengthen mental health and exhibit greater compassion for themselves and for those they serve.
 
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