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Jan. 4, 2022

Creating Experiences Worth Sharing with Tim Stripe

Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Listen to the conversation here! In this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, co-president and co-founder of Grand Pacific Resorts, Tim Stripe, talks with Bret Schanzenbach. As a forme…

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Dec. 14, 2021

How to Enhance Your Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence with Elaine Swann

Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Listen to the conversation here! On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, etiquette expert Elaine Swann speaks with Bret Schanzenbach. Elaine has appeared on Dr. Oz, CNN, Access Ho…

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Dec. 7, 2021

Minimizing Threats & Increasing Security with Sentir Global’s CEO, Lee Wakefield

Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Listen to the conversation here! Recently, the CEO of Sentir Global, Lee Wakefield, joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Lee’s military service has taken him all…

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Nov. 30, 2021

On Prime Tyme Action Sports feat. Presley & Slater Thomas

Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber: https://carlsbad.org/. Listen to the conversation here! On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with brothers, Presley and Slater Thomas. Together, Presley…

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Nov. 22, 2021

Carlsbad Village: The Heart & Soul of the City with Christine Davis

Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce: https://carlsbad.org/. Listen to their conversation here! Recently, Christine Davis, the Executive Director of the Carlsbad Village Association, sat down to talk with Bret Schanzenbach on the Carl…

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Nov. 16, 2021

Fighting for Every Child’s Tomorrow with Beth & Brad Thorp

Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce: https://carlsbad.org/. Listen to their amazing conversation here! On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach speaks with Brad and Beth Thorp from the Mi…

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Nov. 8, 2021

How Murals Bring People Together: A Conversation with Bryan Snyder

Want to listen to their discussion? CLICK HERE Find out more about the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. Would you ever like to paint a mural? On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Brian Snyd…

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Nov. 2, 2021

Responding to the Call with Carlsbad Police Chief Mickey Williams

Listen to their conversation here! On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, the new Carlsbad Chief of Police, Mickey Williams, joined Bret Schanzenbach. Mickey talks about how he joined the police force, the importance o…

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Oct. 26, 2021

Financial Knowledge is Power with Wells Fargo VP, Chafic Rouhana

Wouldn’t we all like to know more about how to handle our finances? Click on the link below to hear the Vice President and District Manager of the San Diego Region of Wells Fargo share how the bank focuses on putting its customers first. Rece…

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Oct. 19, 2021

Strengthening Your Body & Life with Fortis Fitness Owner, Adam Jacobs

Former professional baseball player and current gym owner, Adam Jacobs recently joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Adam created Fortis Fitness & YOGALUX, a gym that combines hot yoga, cycling, TRX, gro…

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Oct. 12, 2021

Connecting Through the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce with Kathleen McNary

Find out more about the Chamber: https://carlsbad.org On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s very own Vice President of Member Relations, Kathleen M…

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Oct. 4, 2021

Helping People Where They Are with Guide My Finances Director, Josh Mazur

Recently, Bret Schanzenbach was joined by Josh Mazur on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Josh is the director of business development for the financial consulting company, Guide My Finances, and the chairman-elect of the Carlsbad Ch…

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Sept. 28, 2021

How VANC Serves America's Heroes with Lori Boody

On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach talks with the executive director of VANC, Lori Boody. With 30 years of business experience, Lori has been a successful business owner and has worked with many hu…

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Sept. 21, 2021

Engaging People Through Visual Storytelling with Chris Ryan

Recently, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Chris Ryan of Ryan Video Productions on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. San Diego native Chris Ryan has an extensive background in media, marketing, and advertising. He has traveled across the…

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Sept. 14, 2021

Writing & Publishing Stories with Teen Author, Shanti Hershenson

On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with 13-year-old teen author, Shanti Hershenson. She has published two novellas in her series, The Chronicles of Ziel DeLaine, a novel told through poetry c…

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Sept. 7, 2021

Building a Community-Centered Business with Armand & Michele Amoranto

Recently, Bio-One of Oceanside owners, Armand and Michelle Amoranto joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Bio-One is a specialized cleaning company that is committed to helping people in their greatest times o…

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Aug. 29, 2021

Here to Stay: A Talk with Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Manager Geoff Gray

On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Geoff Gray, the general manager of the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa. They talked about how Geoff got into the hospitality industry, th…

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Aug. 24, 2021

Contagious Kindness with Kids for Peace Co-Founder, Jill McMonigal

Today, on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach talked with Jill McMonigal, the co-founder and executive director of Kids for Peace. Jill shared how Kids for Peace began, how the Great Kindness Challenge has exploded in…

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Aug. 16, 2021

Elevating the Human Experience Through Music with Carolyn Grant

Carolyn Grant, executive director of the Museum of Making Music, joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Together, they talk about the power music has to inspire and unite communities, and how the museum is crea…

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Aug. 9, 2021

The Business of Community: A Conversation with Mayor Matt Hall

On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall about the past, present, and future of the city. They talk about how Mayor Hall became an elected official, the ways that the …

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Aug. 2, 2021

Serving the Community at Tri-City Medical Center with Aaron Byzak

The following material has been edited for clarity and brevity. On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with his good friend, Aaron Byzak, the chief external affairs officer for Tri-City Medical …

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July 27, 2021

America’s Heroes Live Here: An Interview with Amy Forsythe

On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Amy Forsythe, former Marine and the current U.S. Navy Public Affairs Officer. They talk about her service as a Combat Correspondent where she had the o…

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July 22, 2021

The Show Must Go On: An Interview with New Village Arts’ Director, Alex Goodman

The following material has been edited for clarity and brevity. Alex Goodman, the managing director of New Village Arts, joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast to discuss the exciting things happening at the th…

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July 16, 2021

The Power of Experiences in LEGOLAND California with Kurt Stocks

The following material has been edited for clarity and brevity. Welcome to the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast with Bret Schanzenbach, the President and CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. Brett spoke with Kurt Stocks, the Presid…

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