Episodes
Dec. 6, 2022
Ep. 62 Barrio Glassworks: Authentic European Glassblowing Right Here in Carlsbad
The Murano glass masters of Venice, Italy have been creating art in glass for generations. Now, that one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted artisan glass can be found right here in Carlsbad, CA at Barrio Glassworks.
Nov. 29, 2022
Ep. 61 Applying “Business Intelligence” to The School of Business Administration at Cal State San Marcos - an Interview with the Dean, Ronald Ramirez
Meet Ronald Ramirez, the new Dean of The Business School at Cal State San Marcos. His mission: to help students prepare to be outstanding future professionals. Stepping into a new position is always challenging, and Ronald R…
Nov. 15, 2022
Ep. 60 The Lightning Rise of Thunder Rugby - A Conversation with Founder and President Josh Williams
Humility, respect, camaraderie, and excellence: how the core values of Thunder Rugby translate to life on the field and off - an interview with Josh Williams. For most of us, rugby is a bit of a mystery. Is it more like socc…
Nov. 7, 2022
Ep. 59 Preventing Homelessness Takes a Rapid Response - a Conversation with Lela Panagides
Helping people through the greatest crisis in their lives, getting them housed and back on their feet – that’s the mission of Rapid Response Housing Solutions.
Nov. 1, 2022
Ep. 58 The Sage Leader of Sage Creek High School - A Conversation with Jesse Schuveiller
When teachers and staff genuinely care about their well-being and success, students thrive - that's the principle ambition of Sage Creek HS’s beloved principal. Amazing things are going on at Sage Creek HS – find out what it…
Oct. 25, 2022
Ep. 57 The Bright Idea Behind The Bright App with Nerissa Zhang
In the world of personal fitness training, the excuses for not following through are many - until now. Hear how The Bright App, the world’s leading platform for live, one-on-one personal fitness training over Zoom, solves al…
Oct. 18, 2022
Ep. 56 The Sweet Taste of Success with Anita Bennett and the Sunset Bay Candy Company
Anita Bennett revives the tradition of business gift-giving, one piece of home-style candy at a time - with hand-made delights at the Sunset Bay Candy Company.
Oct. 11, 2022
Ep. 55 Coaching, Consulting and Cracking the Code - Go from Functional to Optimal in Your Business
Sometimes running a business is different than doing what you’re good at. Robyn Koenig has cracked the code to help business owners figure out how to do both.
Oct. 4, 2022
Ep. 54 The Senior Experience Program - Providing Clarity of Mission, Purpose, and Direction for Students and Businesses in North County
Miguel de Jesus’ mission is to help companies achieve their breakthrough goals, dreams, and aspirations. Learn how he does it in this riveting interview.
Sept. 27, 2022
Ep. 53 Daylight, Innovation, and Inspiration - the Solatube Story
Solatube is the world’s leader in natural lighting systems. Get the inside story of how they push the envelope of innovation and creative inspiration every day, from their VP, Neall Digert.
Sept. 20, 2022
Ep. 52 Happi Spatula Serves It Up Healthy, Tasty and Fun!
Whether eating at the restaurant, buying custom ingredients for a meal kit or scheduling catering for your next event, Happi Spatula has got you covered for uniquely healthy and delicious Asian Cuisine.
Sept. 13, 2022
Ep. 51 Talents, Gifts and Genius: The Alchemy of Finding Your Purpose in Business
90% of people don’t understand what their core talents are. Join Tracey Spangenberg as she helps people find their genius and apply it to business.
Sept. 6, 2022
Ep. 50 Making a Splash in Water Conservation with Smart Irrigation Solutions
Meet A.J. van de Ven, CEO of Calsense, and hear his story of how getting involved and giving back has led him to make a difference not only in our community but across the planet.
Aug. 30, 2022
Ep. 49 Who says going to work can’t be fun?
Meet Aaron Gobidas, CEO of Go Be Rewarded, and learn how positive company culture makes them the go-to firm for small business marketing as well as the “Best Place to Work 2022”.
Aug. 23, 2022
Ep. 48 Kindness is contagious…and good for business!
Meet the first-ever Kind Company Inspiration Award winner, Chris Ryan of Ryan Video Productions. Learn what inspired him and how he inspires others.
Aug. 16, 2022
Ep. 47 Rancho Coastal Humane Society and the Human-Animal Bond
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is dedicated to saving lives of abandoned companion animals, promoting adoption into loving homes, and offering education programs and support services that inspire and strengthen the human-anim…
Aug. 2, 2022
Ep. 46 Carlsbad Sister City Ambassadors Tom Hersant and Polly Yu Create Meaningful International Connections
The mission of Carlsbad Sister City Ambassadors is to create active and meaningful connections between Carlsbad and internationally dispersed communities.
July 19, 2022
Ep. 45 App for Teens to Build Good Habits an Interview with Kountinya Sai
How does the sport of cricket get more viewers than the NBA? Why does an app featuring games of cricket get a mind-blowing 200 million downloads? You’ll find out all of this and more in this episode featuring Kountinya Sai.
July 5, 2022
Ep. 44 What Can I Do For You? Helping Students Succeed feat. Claude Jones
Claude Jones has a passion for creating opportunities to help others succeed. For over a decade, his life’s mission has been focused on encouraging, inspiring, and motiving others through his words and actions.
June 23, 2022
Ep. 43 Dr. Kanika Bembey: Doing Right by Treating Only One Patient at One Time
Her motto is “Treat only one patient at one time and we always do what is right for the patient at that time.”
Dr. Kenika Bembey says it only takes five minutes to take care of your oral health if you do proper steps. Take …
June 14, 2022
Ep. 42 Sandra Estrada: Representing Hispanic Women
Sandra Estrada aspires to “be a representative of Hispanic women in this great country where I have lived for over 15 years. The Carlsbad Chamber supports the community and makes a real difference.”
June 7, 2022
Ep. 41 Winning Where You Are feat. Olympic Gold Medalist Kaillie Humphries
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an Olympic gold medalist? Well, three-time Olympic gold medalist, Kaillie Humphries is here on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast to share her story!
May 31, 2022
Ep. 40 Strengthening Companies in Changing Work Environments feat. Kate Mood & Susette Hill
How do companies stay on schedule and ensure they have a cohesive company culture when they change locations?
May 17, 2022
Ep. 39: ACS Relay for Life Carlsbad-Encinitas feat. Carly Lackey
In this episode, American Cancer Society Relay for Life Carlsbad-Encinitas Event Coordinator Carly Lackey shares how she got involved in the Relay for Life, her personal experiences with cancer, and information about their u…