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American Forces Network Broadcast Center - Jason Stevenson

From its broadcast center on March Air Reserve Base in Riverside, the American Forces Network (AFN) ensures that “a touch of home” reaches US military personnel stationed overseas. The service provides radio and television news, entertainment and sports programming as well as critical worldwide, regional and local command information to US service members across the globe. In this special “On the Road” edition of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross speaks with AFN sports programming specialist Jason Stevenson about AFN’s mission, the expertise required to work in this unique facility and what the future holds for this essential service.

Paul Joseph and KIIS-FM

Los Angeles has an ample supply of radio stations but historically only a few have been real standouts. One of them is LA staple KIIS-FM. On this edition of SoCal Voices, Paul Joseph or PJ as he’s known, shares how he got into radio, how he started working with the great Rick Dees, and what he believes the radio industry needs to do to stay viable in the future.

Trees Without Roots, Episode 76

In her book Trees Without Roots, author Ella Colic recounts the true story of her father and aunt who experienced life as refugees of the Bosnian war in the early 1990s. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Ella discusses the powerful and emotional journey she faced while writing the book, the impact of her relatives’ story on her life today, and how her own trip to Bosnia inspires her course of study and future career.

Anatomy of a Hustle - Clinton Galloway

In this edition of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross chats with Clinton Galloway, author of Anatomy of a Hustle: Cable Comes to South Central LA and What Did you Think was Going to Happen? — books that detail his experiences trying to establish the first Black-owned cable franchise in the country and the government corruption that he says stopped it.

Kim Moffat talks midterms

Midterm election day is just around the corner and as voters go to the polls, they have economic inflation, voter suppression, reduced access to abortion and candidate conduct on their minds. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Kim Moffat returns to discuss the upcoming elections, and the work she’s doing with We’re The People, a voter outreach and advocacy organization that aims to increase voter turnout nationwide and specifically among 18 - 24 year olds.

Music and Healing - Mark Romero

Music can instantly transport us to a specific place or special time in our lives. Many believe it also has the power to heal. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Master Speaker, Energy Sound Healer and Visionary Mark Romero shares his experience with high-vibration healing music and how listening to it can shift you into a greater sense of awareness and well-being.

Connections, Inc.

Jocelyn Harris is Founder and CEO of Connections, Inc. Her organization helps bring joy to struggling low-income families in San Bernardino County. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Jocelyn shares how Connections makes a meaningful difference in the lives of people who need a helping hand.
jollyconnectionsinc.com

80s TV Ladies

Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson are super fans of television. They channel their passion for TV into a fun and informative podcast, The 80s TV Ladies! Susan and Sharon bring their joy, fun and wit to this edition of SoCal Voices, as they describe their love for 80s TV, with a special focus on the female-driven shows of this fabulous era.
(Photo credit of Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson goes to Keida Mascaro)

Justice for Bruce’s Beach

LA County elected leaders and government officials have received well-deserved praise this year for returning Bruce’s Beach, prime coastal land in the city of Manhattan Beach, to the descendants of Charles and Willa Bruce. This comes nearly 100 years after the Bruce’s endured anti-Black harassment, and the Manhattan Beach city council unjustly condemned and seized the land through eminent domain, depriving Charles and Willa of their livelihood and the opportunity to pass down generational wealth. While it took government action to get justice for the Bruce family, it was a local activist that spearheaded the effort. In this edition of SoCal Voices, activist Kavon Ward discusses the circumstances that led her to seek justice for Bruce’s Beach, the challenges and threats she endured, the importance of voting, and the work she’s doing to help others find justice.

The Mission Inn

This first installment in SoCal Voices’ “On the Road” series begins at one of the most iconic sites in Southern California, the Historic Mission Inn in Downtown Riverside. 
The story of the Mission Inn spans more than 100 years including 30 years of construction and powerful stories about the people who worked for founder Frank Miller and made the hotel the icon that it is today. In this edition of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross speaks with Mission Inn Foundation Executive Director Jarod Hoogland.
#SoCalVoices #MissionInn #Riverside #SouthernCalifornia #Historic

Teen author - Shanti Hershenson

We close out this season of SoCal Voices with an interview featuring Shanti Hershenson, a 14-year-old southern California teenager who has written 15 books including You Won't Know Her Name, a novel-told-in-poetry about bullying in middle school. Want some Sci-Fi? Dystopia? She has that and more. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Shanti talks about what inspired her to become a writer, her super-charged workflow, how she stays on track, and what she’s working on next. Listen and be inspired by Shanti’s energy, enthusiasm, commitment, and drive to create. 
We’ll be back with new episodes on International Podcast Day, September 30! In the meantime, keep up with the podcast and your host Angela Ross on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook @socalvoices.

Dear Barack: The Extraordinary Partnership of Barack Obama and Angela Merkel - Claudia Clark

Claudia Clark is an expatriate activist, historian and author of Dear Barack: The Extraordinary Partnership of Barack Obama and Angela Merkel. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Claudia discusses the inspiration behind her book about two of the world’s most influential leaders, and her struggles to get published. She also shares her views on current events through the lens of an American living in Berlin.

SoCal Voices “Extra” - Let’s talk about voting - Kim Moffat

In this mid-term primary election season, voters have a lot on their minds, including the possible overturning of Roe v Wade, the war in Ukraine and public safety, following back-to-back-to-back mass shootings. How are voters feeling? Will they vote? What will they decide? In this special edition of SoCal Voices, Kim Moffat, host of the “Here’s What’s Happening” and “My America” podcasts, talks about the work she does to help get out the vote, and shares her thoughts on how recent events may influence the mid-term elections.

Alabama Grandson - Cedrick Bridgeforth

In his award-winning book, Alabama Grandson: A Black, Gay Minister’s Passage Out of Hiding, Cedrick Bridgeforth chronicles the many years he spent shielding his truth from the world, the pain he experienced when his secret was exposed and how he found his way to self-acceptance. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Bridgeforth talks about his life and faith, his experience writing Alabama Grandson, and how he came to embrace all of who he is - and how his story might help others struggling to live fuller, more authentic lives.

Employee to Entrepreneur - Bert Wright

Are you ready to transition from employee to entrepreneur? There are many matters to consider before you take that leap. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Bert Wright, entrepreneur and #1 Amazon best-selling author of the book Say Y.E.S.! Going from Employee to Entrepreneur in 5 Steps, discusses his journey through entrepreneurship and outlines what you need to know to make an informed decision about becoming an entrepreneur.

China Unraveled - Jason Szeftel

Is China really the economic behemoth we hear about in the media? What are the real long- and short-term impacts of China’s role in the global economy? In this edition of SoCal Voices, author and China Unraveled podcast host Jason Szeftel shares his perspective on China’s role in the global economy, and what China’s future could mean for the economies of the US and southern California.
https://www.chinaunraveled.com/

Center for Powerful Public Schools - Alicia Montgomery

Alicia Montgomery is CEO of the Center for Powerful Public Schools, a Los Angeles-based organization that helps educators create and sustain powerful public schools that prepare every student for college, career, and life. In this episode of SoCal Voices, hear how Ms. Montgomery and her team work to address the needs of students working to thrive in a system that was not designed for their success.

Old School Jewel

One of southern California’s most unique and authentic voices belongs to a former DJ who got her start in radio as a teenager. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Jewel, host of the Old School Jewels podcast, discusses how she became interested in radio, how her personal life experiences inform her podcast topics, the challenges of raising her grandchildren, and how her faith sustains her.

Beating Imposter Syndrome - Michele Molitor

Are you dealing with imposter syndrome? That nagging, anxious feeling that you don’t have what it takes and don’t belong in the spaces you occupy? Maybe a workplace bully shattered your confidence and you’re unsure how to get it back. In this edition of SoCal Voices, author, coach and hypnotherapist Michele Molitor shares how she regained her confidence after being bullied at a previous job and how she helps others beat imposter syndrome.

Inland Empire Black Worker Center - Dominique Dean

The Inland Empire Black Worker Center (IEBWC) serves as a resource to help address Black unemployment and under employment. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Community Organizer Dominique Dean shares the principles that guide IEBWC’s approach to helping workers learn about all the services available to help them carve a path toward higher-wage jobs in the water industry.

An Excellent First - Gail B. Smith

Riverside’s Gail B. Smith started working for Pacific Telephone/Pacific Bell (known today as AT&T) in the 1970s. When she was hired, she was Riverside’s first African American woman splicer and installer for the phone company  — jobs that were held primarily by Caucasian men. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Ms. Smith discusses her experience being the first person like her in her workplace, the “nice nasties” she experienced from some of her co-workers, the support she received from others, and how staying focused on her goals helped her thrive.

Life Coach - Kathy Murphy

Kathy Murphy is an author, singer, inspirational speaker, surfer, mother and certified health and life coach who believes in faith and trust over fear. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Kathy discusses her coaching business, The Rising Tide, and how she helps empower people who lead to overcome challenges and see their lives in a whole new way.
Resources:
https://wearerisingtides.com
Instagram: @wearerisingtides.com

StartempireWire - Verious Smith, III

Verious Smith, III is a man on a mission. He’s a web developer by trade, podcaster and founder of Startempire Wire that aims to foster and build the startup culture in the Inland Empire. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Smith shares what led him to launch his project and his vision for the Inland Empire’s startup ecosystem.
startempirewire.com

The Confession of Copeland Cane - Keenan Norris

Novelist, essayist and short story teller Keenan Norris’ new coming-of-age novel, The Confession of Copeland Cane is being hailed as “simply genius,” “potent” and “engaging.” In this edition of SoCal Voices, Norris, a SoCal native who teaches American Literature and Creative Writing at San Jose State University, discusses his latest work and what inspired his writing career. Norris also shares his perspective on the creative process and what he wishes his students would ask him more often.
www.keenannorris.com
www.unnamedpress.com

Shaping Champions - Coach Josh Giles

Josh Giles is the super successful head coach of the Corona-Centennial High School’s boys basketball team. As coach of the Huskies, Giles’ long list of honors includes being named the 2020-21 Cal-Hi Sports Coach of the Year. He’s also known for his dedication to helping students become champions on and off the court. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Coach Giles shares how he came to basketball and the experiences that helped shaped his coaching philosophy.
Resources:
coronacentennialboysbball.com

Bridge That Carried Us Over - Marc Robinson

The John M Pfau Library on the campus of Cal State University San Bernardino holds a digital archive honoring inland southern California’s Black history. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Assistant Professor of History Marc Robinson shares how “The Bridges that Carried Us Over” project came to be and his role in helping to preserve African American history in the Inland Empire.
Resources:
https://www.instagram.com/ieblackhistory/
https://www.facebook.com/IEBlackHistory
bit.ly/bridges-project

IE Business Edge - Norm Pelzer

A new business publication in the Inland Empire — IE Business Edge — promises content that is informative and actionable. The brains behind this new magazine brings years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience to this latest enterprise.  In this episode of SoCal Voices, publisher Norm Pelzer discusses why he launched IE Business Edge, the challenges he overcame to get the magazine off the ground, and what he believes the publication can do for business owners. He also offers advice to anyone seeking to launch a new venture.
Resources:
https://www.iebusinessedge.com
https://www.instagram.com/iebusinessedge/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/normpelzer/

Angela, Evelyn, Black History Month and More

In this “Ask Me Anything” episode, the tables are turned as SoCal Voices host Angela Ross answers questions posed by KGGI and KOST radio personality Evelyn Erives on Black History Month and more!
#socalvoices #socal #california #podcast #lifestyle #workforce #ad #chamberofcommerce #InlandEmpire #news #media #community #economy

Negativity Disrupter  - Dianne Callahan

Dianne Callahan is an award-winning communication professional and non-profit executive who lives what many would describe as a charmed life, but she has experienced challenges, including three bouts with cancer. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Dianne talks about her life and expertise as a negativity disrupter and how she inspires people to live joyful lives. 
Resources:
www.catalystcoaching.biz 
https://www.lightheartedlife.org

The Frontline Observer - Anthony Victoria

Anthony Victoria is a journalist, community organizer and communications advisor who has spent years focusing on local civic and environment justice. Recently, Anthony’s newly launched outlet, The Frontline Observer, received a grant from The Listening Post Collective. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Anthony discusses how the grant will help him chronicle social and environmental justice issues in the Inland Empire and help improve lives along the way.
Resources:
Twitter: @eyeofthebarrio
Instagram: frontlineobserver

I Fly - Lauren Harris

When you think of a pilot or certified flight instructor, chances are, thanks to your social conditioning, you don’t think of a petite 26-year-old African American woman. Free your mind and meet pilot and certified flight instructor Lauren Harris of Moreno Valley. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Lauren discusses what pulled her into the world of aviation, what she loves most about flying, and how she hopes to inspire others to take the controls and fly.

Holiday Heroes - Stephanie Otero

Brief summary of show: 
Feeding America Riverside-San Bernardino CEO Stephanie Otero returns to SoCal Voices to share how you can be a real holiday hero by helping people dealing with food insecurity.
Resources
Instagram: @feedingamericaie
Facebook: @feedingamericaie
Twitter: @feedingie
Website: www.feedingie.org

Fundraising Powerhouse - Juleen Erives

Juleen Erives is a young woman who wants to be limitless, and she’s well on her way! She was one of The Press Enterprise Newspaper’s “25 Most Remarkable Teens,” she has given SUE Talks (Successful Unstoppable Empowering Women Changing the Face of Business) and she raised over $64,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through her “Mission CANcer-vive” campaign. Today, as a college freshman, she continues to pursue her passion for helping others. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Juleen discusses what inspires her, how she stays optimistic in these challenging times, and what she hopes to accomplish in the future.
Resources:
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society https://www.lls.org
Instagram: @juleenerives

No burnout! - Sylvia Melena

Sylvia Melena is founder and CEO of Melena Consulting Group, a San Diego-based leadership and management consulting and training company. She is also the award-winning author of Supportive Accountability: How to Inspire People and Improve Performance. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Sylvia shares her thoughts on how leaders can achieve greater trust and accountability in their companies and what employees can do to maintain a greater sense of life balance wherever and however they work.
Resources:
Website: https://leadershipstrength.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviamelena/

Equine Empowered Therapy - Mike Dunne

On this edition of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross speaks with Mike Dunne, founder of Equine Empowered Therapy (EET). Throughout the southern California region, EET helps veterans dealing with trauma experience the healing nature of horses. Mike shares why he started EET, how the program works, the joy he experiences seeing veterans lives changed for the better, and how people can help support EET’s mission.
Resources:
Website: www.equineempoweredtherapy.com 
Instagram: @EquineEmpoweredTherapy 
Facebook:  @EquineEmpoweredTherapy

Perseverance Personified - Carl Dameron

To the people who know and work with him, Carl Dameron is a dynamic, hard-driving, award-winning advertising and public relations expert with more than 30 years of success helping organizations and people throughout California meet their goals. He is also a cancer survivor. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Carl shares the story of starting and growing his company, how he dealt with his cancer diagnosis and offers sage advice for anyone facing a challenge.
Website: dameroncommunications.com
Instagram: @carldameron
Twitter: @carldameron

Local Celeb -Thalia Hayden

Award-winning television journalist Thalia Hayden is host of NBC Palm Springs’ Midday News, a motivational speaker, media expert and best-selling author. She has also struggled with drug and alcohol abuse. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Thalia discusses her new book Local Celeb: Addict to Anchor, and how she came to face some hard truths about her life, learned to ask for help and achieved sobriety and happiness.
Instagram: @thalia_hayden
Website: thaliahayden.com
Resources
National Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA
1-800-662-HELP (4357)

The CARE Project - Carrie Madrid

Carrie Madrid knows first hand what it is like to be diagnosed with breast cancer and the many challenges that follow. While dealing with her own diagnosis through “laughter, lipgloss and hard work,” she established The CARE Project, a nonprofit based in Riverside. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Carrie discusses how The CARE Project is fulfilling its mission: emotionally and financially supporting male and female breast cancer patients.
Resources:
Website: https://thecareprojectinc.org
Podcast Handle with Care: https://thecareprojectinc.org/podcasts/
New book: “Handle With Care: Your Breast Cancer Support Group in a Book”
Facebook: @thecareprojectinc
Instagram: @thecareprojectinc

Oliver Petty - Passion Over Paycheck

Oliver Petty is changing lives with an inspiring message that shows what’s possible when hard work, dedication and determination collide. He is a sought-after speaker who delivers a soul-shaking message that challenges the status quo. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Oliver shares how he’s empowering people of all ages to release their creativity and passion to lead more fulfilling and successful lives. 
www.oliverpetty.com
Instagram: @omrnegative

Made for You - Cecilia Clark

Cecilia Clark knows what it is like to be a very young child trying to make sense of a world where you’re removed from a home with familiar faces then dropped off at a house filled with strangers. Deeply impacted by her foster care experience, Cecilia, in her teens, started the Made for You project, which helps foster kids know they are worthy and loved. In this edition of SoCal Voices Cecilia discusses her foster care experience, the changes she feels are needed in the foster care system, and how the community can help Made for You continue to thrive for years to come. 
Instagram: @made_for_you_project 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madeforyouprojects

James Grisom, Film and Music

Storyteller, filmmaker, writer and composer James Grisom hails from Lynwood. A recent graduate of USC’s film school, he’s already making his mark, writing and directing short films and documentaries that tell poignant, personal stories and shed light on cultural and social issues that shape our lives. In this episode of SoCal Voices, James talks about what inspired his move into film and music and offers sage advice for anyone aspiring to become a filmmaker.
https://www.jamesagrisom.com/
Instagram: @james.grisom

Ask Angela

In this episode of SoCal Voices, a past guest on the podcast, Steve Jacobs, turns the tables to interview SoCal Voices founder and host, Angela Ross. Angela fields questions about her career, the state of media and what she enjoys most about hosting SoCal Voices.
www.socalvoices.com
Instagram and Facebook: @socalvoices

Bill Addison: LA's Restaurants and the Pandemic

For a brief moment, it appeared that the pandemic’s severe impact on the restaurant industry would ease. As southern Californians began getting vaccinated against the deadly virus, infections, hospitalizations and deaths declined, and there was talk of a return to indoor dining. That moment didn’t last. Thanks to the Delta variant and — public health experts say — too few people getting vaccinated, it’s going to take a bit longer for LA’s restaurant industry to rebound. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Los Angeles Times restaurant critic Bill Addison talks about the impact of the pandemic on LA’s restaurants and what needs to happen to shelter the industry from future devastation. 
Resources:
Instagram: @bill_addison

Edward Ornelas on Inland SoCal's Economy

What does the future of inland SoCal’s economy look like? Is it all about warehousing or are other opportunities on the horizon? In this episode of SoCal Voices, Inland Empire Regional Chamber of Commerce president Edward Ornelas discusses what’s next for the Inland Empire’s economy and names the IE cities he believes are uniquely poised to thrive when the pandemic ends.
Resources
Social Media: @IERCC
Website: https://www.iechamber.org

Chris and Evelyn!

In this edition of SoCal Voices, host Angela Ross has a fun conversation with radio veteran, founder and CEO of “This is Funner,” Chris Donovan and his lovely wife, the ever-popular morning show co-host at 99.1 KGGI and weekend host on KOST 103.5, Evelyn Erives.  Chris and Evelyn talk about how they met, their radio careers, podcasting, the importance of family and how they support their local community.
Resources:
Social Media
Chris Donovan: @Chris_Donovan, @ThisIsFunner
@EvelynErives

Leading with Intention - Dr. Mark Sanchez

Most people don’t know what it’s like to be President of the Community College campus where they once walked the halls as a student, but Dr. Mark Sanchez knows exactly how that feels. He is President of Southwestern Community College in San Diego, and his leadership style is challenging the status quo. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Dr. Sanchez describes how he and his team lead with intention, and work to foster an environment where students from all walks of life can thrive on campus and beyond.

Back to the Office? Part 2

As the pandemic appears to wind down and people begin living their ‘post-pandemic’ lives, record numbers of employees are quitting their jobs. Last week’s episode, “Back to the Office?” looked at the implications of these resignations. In this episode, “Back to the Office, Part II,” Miriana Gonzalez discusses what it has been like to navigate the pandemic as Deputy Director of Human Resources for the City of Riverside. She shares what she learned about herself during this period, and how the City may adapt to post-pandemic changes in the workplace.

Back to the Office?

The US labor department recently reported that 4 million people quit their jobs in one month. It’s the highest number of resignations in two decades, and it’s happening as companies are requiring employees to return to the office after a year of working from home. 
In this edition of SoCal Voices, San Diego Workforce Partnership Senior Economist Daniel Enemark, discusses what’s driving this “Great Resignation,” and it’s potential impact on employers and southern California’s workers. Later in the episode, he discusses the important racial equity work the Partnership is doing in San Diego.
www.workforce.org
www.workforce.org/race

Maxie Blasini - Health Coach

Maxie Blasini is a health coach who knows that real quality health care has to be about more than treating illness and being accessible only when someone is sick. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Maxie discusses the experiences that informed her choices to improve her own health, how she serves her clients as a health coach, and her vision for how health care can be reconfigured to better serve people in more meaningful, substantive ways.

Listening Post Collective

The Listening Post Collective offers resources, tools, peer-to-peer support and a shared learning space for journalists, newsroom leaders and community groups looking to revitalize their local news and information ecosystems. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Quinn Mays discusses what drew her to The Listening Post Collective’s efforts in Inland southern California, how self-representation is changing media and communities, and her hopes for what the initiative can accomplish in the region.
Additional Resources
Website: listeningpostcollective.org 
Facebook: facebook.com/listeningpostcollective/
Instagram: instagram.com/listeningpostcollective/

From Teacher to Author: Celeste Barclay

When she first started writing, no one suspected that Celeste Barclay was penning what she calls “R-rated historical romance novels.” She didn’t tell anyone what she was doing. But the teacher turned author knows what she’s doing. Yes, her novels, “bring the steam,” but Celeste also brings a well-honed knowledge of European history, and her life experience as a woman of English and Moroccan heritage. Hear Celeste describe her unconventional path to becoming an author who has reached both financial and personal fulfillment pursuing her passion.
Additional Resources
Website: www.celestebarclay.com 
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Celeste-Barclay/e/B07C7N2FHQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Facebook and Instagram: @celestebarclayauthor

Conversation with a candidate: Keri Then

In a special election on November 2, voters in the city of Moreno Valley’s second district will choose their next representative on the city council. Keri Then — a past Commissioner on the Riverside County Commission on Women and a former Chair and two-term appointee to the Moreno Valley Unified School District Measure M Citizens Bond Oversight Committee — is a candidate for this council seat. On this edition of SoCal Voices, Then discusses her candidacy and vision for Riverside County’s second largest city. 


Additional Resources

Website: https://www.keriformoval.com
Email: keriformoval@gmail.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/keriformoval
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keriformoval/

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A conversation with Alex Jun

The rising majority in southern California and across the nation is more racially diverse than ever. This group’s impact on society is becoming more evident every day. That’s a long overdue change for some but for others, the growth in numbers and power of people of color is perceived as a threat and continues to feed the racial divide. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Alex Jun, a professor at Azusa Pacific University and co-author of books about white cultural dominance, discusses the implication of this shift in demographics in the fight against racism.
Additional Resources
Books co-authored by Alex Jun available on Amazon:

 White Jesus: The Architecture of Racism in Religion and Education
White Out: Understanding White Privilege and Dominance in the Modern Age 

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Rachel Shemirani - A leader with heart

Rachel Shemirani is a leader with heart. As Senior Vice President for Barons Market in San Diego, Rachel has worked hard to help create a community-oriented company that leaves a positive impact on workers and patrons. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Rachel discusses her history with Barons, and how her leadership style and the company’s values have contributed to the market’s success.


Additional Resources
baronsmarket.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baronsmarket/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baronsmarket/


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Beyond the Verdict

With the guilty verdict in the Derrick Chauvin trial now behind us, what’s next in the push for equity and justice? Corey Jackson, founder and director of the Center Against Racism and Trauma (CART), and Janice Rooths of Anti-Racist Riverside discuss where we go from here in the continuing fight for equity and justice locally and across the USA.


Additional Resources
https://www.destroyracism.org
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/weareCART/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wearecart/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wearecart
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPXtRql9r-jgZXzokvQSvFg
Email: CART@destroyracism.org
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Cati Porter and Inlandia

As Executive Director of Inlandia Institute, Cati Porter oversees a special gem in southern California’s Inland Empire. An advocate and supporter of literary arts, Inlandia publishes books and programs that deepen people’s awareness, understanding and appreciation of inland southern California. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Cati discusses her journey into the literary world, Inlandia’s history and growth and what the future holds for the organization.
Additional Resources

Website: www.inlandiainstitute.org
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Inlandia/ 
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/inlandia_institute/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/InlandiaInst

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Myra Washington

In this episode of SoCal Voices, Angela Ross chats with singer and DJ Myra Washington. Originally from Port Arthur, TX, Myra followed her dreams to come to Los Angeles and pursue a music career. It wasn’t always easy but her tenacity paid off and continues to help her thrive through the pandemic. 
Additional Resources

Myra's Twitter: https://twitter.com/shesingsanddj?lang=en
Myra's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesingsanddj/?hl=en
Myra's Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/MyraWashingtonSinger
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A Conversation with James Harris

In the final installment of her series on local, self-published, African American authors, Angela Ross speaks with James Otis Harris, author of Corey’s Courtroom. The book is a series of fun stories helping kids resolve conflict, maintain friendships and develop problem-solving skills.
Additional Resources
Amazon.com: 
https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Adventures-Coreys-Courtroom-Harris/dp/0979927307
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/coreys_courtroom13/
Facebook:
 https://www.facebook.com/pg/Coreys-Courtroom-107152220961794/posts/
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A Conversation with James Coats

In the third installment of SoCal Voices’ local African American author series, we meet James Coats, a poet with a deep, abiding love and message to share. Learn more about his work and perspective and what’s coming next for this talented and promising poet.
Additional Resources
https://www.facebook.com/BigGameJamesC
https://www.instagram.com/mrlovingwords/
liftourvoiceseducation@gmail.com

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A Conversation with Monica Woodruff

The second installment in Angela’s series on local African American self-published authors features Monica Woodruff. She brings her lived experience, including her roles in law enforcement and counseling to her writing and shares an inspiring story about the power of saying “no” and “enough,” and focusing on the importance of self-care.
Additional Resources
https://www.facebook.com/mjoyinc/
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Monica+woodruff&ref=nb_sb_noss

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A Conversation with Dwayne Shigg

Angela kicks off her series on local African American self-published authors with a fun interview with Dwayne Shigg, author of the book EncourageMINTS for Tough Times. Sometimes you need a breath mint; sometimes you need an encourageMINT. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Shigg discusses how his book helps you “go through” so you can “get to.”
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https://www.facebook.com/dwayne.shigg/
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dwayne+shigg&ref=nb_sb_noss_1
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Ginny Luke on the future of live music

Live music performances? There is almost no such thing during the pandemic. If music lovers have missed attending concerts, musicians have missed performing even more. On this edition of SoCal Voices, electric violinist and vocalist Ginny Luke discusses the future of live music.
Additional Resources
www.ginny-luke.com
@ginnyluke on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
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Be Ready: The case for pre-need planning

As the pandemic continues to claim lives in southern California, many families find themselves scrambling to pay for funeral and burial services. This sudden, unexpected need can leave grieving families more vulnerable to aggressive up-selling and overspending for these services, or force them to rely on others for monetary donations that may not over all costs. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Bishop Jon Harris discusses the importance of purchasing funeral and burial services before they are needed.
Additional Resources
FEP Consultants, 951-218-0299
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Sheree Brown

Throughout her career, award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Sheree Brown has collaborated with multiple artists including Patrice Rushen, Zhane and Syreeta Wright. Her latest work, a music and literary project entitled Messages From the Spirit: The Collective, features a stellar collection of uplifting songs including her hit, Take A Walk with Love. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Sheree discusses how the project came together, and the affirmation and confidence she hopes it inspires.
Additional Resources
realshereebrown.com
expansionrecords.com
dustygroove.com
cbibbs.com
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Greg and Gina Lee

For over a decade, Greg Lee served as the City of Riverside’s economic development manager. For 13 years he served as the City’s Technology Ombudsman where, among other things, he spearheaded several of the City’s technology initiatives. He hosted a weekly radio show and podcast called “Explore Riverside Weekly,” that highlighted all the things that make Riverside a great place to live work and play. Then, in September 2015, a medical diagnosis took Greg and his then fiancé on a major detour.  On this edition of SoCal Voices, Greg and Gina share a compelling story about love, patience, determination and faith.
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Food Insecurity in the IE

In San Bernardino and Riverside counties, over 400,000 people experience food insecurity. One in four children in the Inland Empire is food insecure and the pandemic has only made things worse. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Feeding America Riverside| San Bernardino CEO Stephanie Otero discusses how her organization helps feed people in need and what we all can do to help alleviate hunger.
Additional Resources:
www.feedingamericaie.org
951-359-4757
Upcoming Events: https://www.feedingamericaie.org/events
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Ending Child Marriage and Sex Trafficking

Rima Nashashibi is the founder and president of the Orange County based nonprofit GlobalHope 365, dedicated to ending harmful practices toward women and girls such as Child Marriage and Sex Trafficking. In this edition of SoCal Voices, Nashashibi discusses the factors that contribute to these abuses and what can be done to help end them.
Additional Resources

For help text: Be Free to 23733
National Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888
CA Coalition to End Child Marriage Digital Letter-Writing Campaign - CA and Other States: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/end-child-marriage-in-the-state-of-california/ 

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A Conversation with Noble Drakoln

Noble Drakoln is a crowdfunding and capital raising consultant who knows his way around trading, commodities, crypto coin and more.  In his late teens, he was homeless, but his strong interest in commodities and futures and a little help from someone who shared his vision set him on a path to become a best-selling author, managing director of Drakoln Capital, and a sought-after radio and television financial commentator on Bloomberg and Fox Business News. On this edition of SoCal Voices, Drakoln discusses his life and ways to get started on the path to wealth building.

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Additional show resources
Website: http://drakolncapitalpartners.com/

Insurrection and Accountability

In this edition of SoCal Voices, San Bernardino native Brandon Watts, a first year law student at Howard University, shares his thoughts about the January 6 insurrection, double standards in policing, and whether equity can be achieved in America.

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My Thoughts on the Insurrection

The storming of the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021 showed the glaring and undeniable difference between how Black people and white people are treated by law enforcement. The good news? Acts like these only pushes seekers of justice, fairness and equity to work even harder and be more committed to move this nation closer to truly living up to the ideals of this country. Hear my thoughts about the insurrection and what needs to happen next.

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Breathe Again with TM

For Black people dealing with the generational trauma of systemic racism, 2020 has added a hefty dose of uncertainty, anxiety and stress to daily living, all of which can take a heavy toll on overall health and well-being. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Sibongile West, Chairwoman and Founding Member of Breathe Again with TM, discusses a new initiative in Los Angeles that aims to help Black Americans reduce anxiety and manage stress using the simple and proven technique of Transcendental Meditation.

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Website: https://www.breatheagain--tm.com
Email: breatheagainwithtm@tm.org

Hello Riverside!

What do you do when you can’t find a children’s book about the city you love? Write it yourself! Hear Mark Cloud, author of Hello Riverside, Good Night Scranton and Fun at the Office discuss his books, love of family and community and the advice he has for anyone who believes they have a story to tell.
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Additional Resources:
Find Hello Riverside! and other books by Mark Cloud here.
View the official Chachabacha Books website at www.chachabacha.com

Doctor, Doctor!

Dr. Leita Harris has been helping patients in southern California’s  Inland Empire since 1990. In 2015 she launched Nurturing You, Women’s Health and Wellness, a holistic approach to addressing menopause and other conditions related to changes in hormonal balance, much to the relief of patients who had almost given up on feeling well. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Dr. Harris discusses what led her to become a doctor, why she launched Nurturing You, and how her patients have responded to the care she provides.
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Additional Resources:
Nurturing You Women’s Health & Wellness, https://www.nurturingyou.com

Two Suicides

Inland Empire-based photographer/videographer Steve Jacobs talks about the recent death of a close friend and his father, both from suicide.  An eight-year Air Force veteran, Steve discusses how their deaths affected him, and how these events are making him reach out to friends and family more often just to check in.

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Additional Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
suicidepreventionlifeline.org
https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/suicide/index.html
https://afsp.org/suicide-prevention-resources

Math Master

Pomona College mathematics professor Edray Goins brings an energy and enthusiasm to his craft that is truly inspiring. In this episode of SoCal Voices, he describes his unshakable self-confidence and determination to do the work beyond what was expected, and how that helped propel him through his math journey. Math “nerds” will appreciate hearing him describe what sparked his interest in science and math, and the story behind the math equation that bears his name. All listeners will benefit from his advice about relentlessly pursuing what brings you joy.

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Conversation with a Candidate

State Senator Holly Mitchell of Los Angeles is a candidate for the 2nd District seat on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. She is known for her strong record of success in fighting for equity and social justice, and possesses an authenticity rarely seen in political leadership. On this edition of SoCal Voices, Senator Mitchell discusses her candidacy and what she hopes to accomplish if elected.

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Will it Change Anything?

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors recently adopted a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. It aims to address long-standing disparities in housing, employment, criminal justice and more. On this edition of So Cal Voices, activist Grayson Bell shares his thoughts on whether the Board’s action can make a real and meaningful difference in people’s lives.

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Additional Resources

Blu Education Foundation: Bluedfoundation.org
C.O.P.E./ReTHINKPublicSafety SB Coalition:  https://bit.ly/2IR3ogQ 
The Sun Bernardino Sun article: https://bit.ly/3m3XBmk

A Conversation with Patrice Rushen

As Chair of the Popular Music Department at USC, four-time Grammy nominee Patrice Rushen navigates music, teaching, campus policies and politics. In this episode of SoCal Voices, Patrice discusses how the pandemic has changed her approach to teaching, and what she believes is the path forward for today’s music students. 

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When COVID-19 Hits Home

Having one family member with coronavirus can cause major disruption to the daily routine. Imagine what that disruption is like if the entire household is stricken with the virus. Musician and teacher John Brannon of San Bernardino doesn’t have to imagine - because it happened to him and his family. Hear his story on this edition of SoCal Voices. NOTE: This episode of SoCal Voices was recorded before the President of the United States tested positive for COVID-19.

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Social Justice and the Bottom Line

The murder of George Floyd while in police custody sparked protests against police brutality and renewed calls for social justice. While a number of major corporations publicly decried Floyd’s murder and recommitted to diversity and inclusion, other businesses remained silent. In this edition of SoCal Voices with Angela Ross, Rootwize CEO and Anti-Racist Riverside co-founder Janice Rooths outlines which path is best for business. 

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