Episodes
Dec. 11, 2025
Pickleball Republic: Carlsbad’s First Indoor-Outdoor Pickleball Hub
In this episode of Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact , host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Sean Walker and Andy Slip , co-founders of Pickleball Republic . Sean shares his Carlsbad roots and decades in recreational enter...
Dec. 4, 2025
You Are Not So Other Than Me: Audrey Adams on Joyful Business by Design
On Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact , Bret Schanzenbach talks with Audrey Maria Adams , founder of YNSOTM Co (pronounced “yen-SOD-um”), a consultancy grounded in the thesis line “You are Not So Other Than Me.” Audrey shar...
Nov. 20, 2025
Leading with Purpose — Inside the Journey of Carlsbad’s Business Coach, Alan Shimamoto
In this episode, Bret Schanzenbach talks with Alan Shimamoto , founder of Accelerate Growth Coaching . Alan shares his extraordinary story—from being adopted from a Japanese orphanage to building multimillion-dollar sales org...
Nov. 13, 2025
Scares, Kayaks, and Community: Inside Agua Hedionda’s Signature Events
On this episode of Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact , host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Erin Hardin , director of community relations at the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation . Erin shares her journey from Las Vegas to ...
Nov. 6, 2025
Shielding Veterans: Legal Services with Purpose and Impact
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact , Bret Schanzenbach interviews Michael Stinnett , founder and director of Shield Legal Services . Michael shares his journey from serving as a Navy aviation ordnance tec...
Oct. 30, 2025
From Navy Bombs to Business Bytes: Kevin Clemons on Tech, Grit & Growth
In this episode, Bret sits down with Kevin Clemons , CEO of Au Technology Solutions and Chamber board member, to explore his journey from Vista native to Navy veteran to tech entrepreneur. Kevin opens up about building his fi...
Oct. 23, 2025
From Pulpit to Profits: Tim Holt on Building Revenue-Driven Marketing
What happens when a youth pastor discovers the power of a boosted Instagram post? For Tim Holt, it launched a journey from ministry to marketing that led him to create Rivia , a Carlsbad-based firm redefining what “marketing ...
Oct. 16, 2025
Tech, Tools & Taxes: How Janine Burke Helps Businesses Thrive
In this episode, Bret interviews Chamber team member and Spira Accounting founder Janine Burke . They explore her journey from Northern California roots to launching her own bookkeeping business at age 28. Janine shares how t...
Oct. 9, 2025
Building Burgers & Community: How Ash Turned Passion into Purpose
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact , host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Ash L., founder of Green Madness and owner of MOOYAH Burgers, Fries, and Shakes in Carlsbad. Ash shares his remarkable journey fr...
Oct. 2, 2025
Behind the Badge: Chief Christie Calderwood Talks Leadership, Challenges, and Carlsbad Pride
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact, host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Carlsbad Police Chief Christie Calderwood. From her unexpected career shift from aspiring English teacher to law enforcement leade...
Sept. 25, 2025
Fertility, Healing, and Hope: How Dr. Scarlett Brings Balance Back to Health
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact , Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Dr. Yvonne Scarlett, founder of Red Lotus Wellness Center. Dr. Scarlett shares her extraordinary path—from corporate travel and engine...
Sept. 5, 2025
From Alarms to AI: The Entrepreneur Who Never Retired
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact , host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Dale Stein , CEO and partner at i-NETT, to unpack a lifetime of entrepreneurship, innovation, and service. From childhood, Dale d...
Aug. 28, 2025
From Moscow to San Diego: Galena Marcus and the Power of Art to Unite a Community
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose and Impact , host Bret Schanzenbach , President and CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, sits down with Galina Marcus , founder and CEO of the San Diego Art Directory , to explo...
Aug. 22, 2025
Uncovering Financial Deception: Lisa Carroll on Forensic Bookkeeping and Fraud Prevention
In this episode, Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce CEO Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Lisa Carroll, president of Number Crunching, Inc., to explore her unique career path and specialized expertise in uncovering financial decepti...
May 5, 2025
AI's Impact on Video Marketing & SEO with Gwen Beren
Ever wondered how the digital marketing landscape is transforming with the rise of AI? Or how video content is reshaping client engagement? In episode 154 of Carlsbad: People, Purpose, and Impact, I sit down with Gwen Beren, ...
April 21, 2025
Engineering Dreams: Jim Miller's Inspiring Journey
Ever wondered how a career in industrial engineering can lead to a thriving podcast empire? Or how breaking into Apple's supply chain can take over two years of relentless dedication? Join me, Bret Schanzenbach, as I chat wit...
April 7, 2025
From Wildfire to Business: Rachel's Photo Organizing Journey
Ever wondered how a life-threatening wildfire could inspire a thriving business? In episode 152 of the Carlsbad: People, Purpose, and Impact podcast, I sit down with Rachel Arbuckle, the remarkable owner of 2000 Paces Photo O...
March 24, 2025
Women's Club Legacy: 100 Years of Impact
What role did women's clubs play in shaping modern society? How did the Women's Club of Carlsbad leave an indelible mark on their community over the last century? Dive into episode 151 of the Carlsbad: People, Purpose, and Im...
March 10, 2025
From Engineer to Explorer: Transformative Travel Tales with Ian Scott & Kathy Steffen
Ever thought about ditching your routine for an adventure halfway across the globe? In episode 150 of Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact, host Bret Schanzenbach chats with Ian Scott and Kathy Steffen about the transformativ...
March 3, 2025
From Rock Star to Entrepreneur: Chris Swimley's Journey
Ever wondered how a musician's journey from a small town led to a thriving business in the heart of San Diego? In episode 149 of "Carlsbad: People, Purpose, and Impact," I sit down with the dynamic Chris Swimley, owner of Mac...
Feb. 24, 2025
Networking & Balance with Laura Bashore
How do you balance career ambitions with family life? What role does networking play in business success? Join me as I dive into these questions and more with Laura Bashore, franchise owner of Team Referral Network San Diego,...
Feb. 17, 2025
Igniting Community Change with Stephanie Issa
Are you ready to dive into the unknown and explore the world of impactful conversations? Welcome to Episode 147 of "Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact," where we unravel stories that matter. This week, we have a special gue...
Feb. 10, 2025
Donut Dreams: From College to Sweet Success with Renee Bexiga
Have you ever wondered what it takes to transform a spontaneous idea into a thriving business? Or how a passion for art can turn a simple donut into a masterpiece? In episode 146 of Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact, I cha...