Branching Out with The Acorn Newspapers
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsBranching Out is a weekly podcast expanding on the stories published in the Acorn Newspapers. Reporters and editors will discuss the impact of the stories they report and delve deeper into the issues affecting their communities.The Acorn Newspapers cover the communities of Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Camarillo, Simi Valley and Moorpark.
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Baseball’s Romantic Era: Vin Scully, Tommy Lasorda and the Dodgers
August 15, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBIn honor of legendary Dodgers announcer and Westlake Village resident Vin Scully, who passed away August 2 at the age of 94, we’re dedicating this episode to Dodgers baseball history. Sports host David Lopez visits the home of retired Dodger pitcher Ralph Mauriello, who spent eight years in the Dodgers organization, including three games for the big league club in 1958. Mauriello shares fond memories of his friends Vin and Tommy Lasorda and looks back on nearly 70 years of Los Angeles Dodger...
Examining Local Housing and the Economy
August 08, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBBranching Out host and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey sits down with Haider Alawami, Economic Development Manager for the City of Thousand Oaks, to discuss the state of the local economy. Jorrey and Alawami explore what new business in Thousand Oaks looks like and how the city’s approach to housing will be a key component of its future success. Accompanying Links: https://www.toacorn.com/articles/a-7000-apartment-boulevard-builder-may-break-record-books/ https://www.toacorn.com...
What’s Happening with the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing?
August 01, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBThree months after the highly anticipated ribbon cutting for the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing on the 101 Freeway at Liberty Canyon Road, yet another mountain lion met a tragic end attempting to cross the 101 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley. In this episode, Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey meets via Zoom with Beth Pratt of the National Wildlife Federation to get an update on the crossing, which will play an instrumental role in future mountain lion survival. Pratt, who is a pr...
What’s Happening with the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing?
August 01, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBThree months after the highly anticipated ribbon cutting for the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing on the 101 Freeway at Liberty Canyon Road, yet another mountain lion met a tragic end attempting to cross the 101 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley. In this episode, Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey meets via Zoom with Beth Pratt of the National Wildlife Federation to get an update on the crossing, which will play an instrumental role in future mountain lion survival. Pratt, who is a pr...
School District Welcomes New Superintendent
July 25, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBThousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey and Simi Valley Acorn Sylvie Belmond sit down with Simi Valley Unified School District’s new superintendent, Dr. Hani Youssef. The trio discuss Youssef’s background in education, goals for the district’s future and plans for keeping kids safe in the classroom. Accompanying Links: SVUSD board picks Youssef as new leader calling him a capable and caring choice Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Call us at (805) 22...
Simi Valley Acorn is In the House
July 18, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBSimi Valley Acorn’s editor, Sylvie Belmond, and reporter, Michele Willer-Allred, stop by the studio to fill host Kyle Jorrey in on the latest news from Simi Valley. The trio talk about the Santa Susana Field Lab, the charges against Nicholas Roske for allegedly attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh and the latest on several political races happening in town. Note: At the time of recording, a date had not yet been set for the SSFL water board hearing. It has since been s...
Simi Valley Acorn is In the House
July 18, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBSimi Valley Acorn’s editor, Sylvie Belmond, and reporter, Michele Willer-Allred, stop by the studio to fill host Kyle Jorrey in on the latest news from Simi Valley. The trio talk about the Santa Susana Field Lab, the charges against Nicholas Roske for allegedly attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh and the latest on several political races happening in town. Note: At the time of recording, a date had not yet been set for the SSFL water board hearing. It has since been s...
Rallying Against Gun Violence
July 11, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBJust weeks after a landmark bipartisan gun control bill was signed into law, Camarillo Acorn reporter Makena Huey sat down with Molly Salmon, the Thousand Oaks mom who organized June’s March for Our Lives rally for gun control held in response to the May 24 Robb Elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Accompanying Articles: Locals join call for gun control Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Call us at (805) 222-0237 Written by Makena Huey Aud...
Happy Fourth of July from Branching Out
July 04, 2022 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.2 MBThe Branching Out team is taking a break this week to spend the holiday with friends and family. We'll be back next Monday, July 11. Happy Fourth of July! Accompanying Links: Beyond the Acorn Magazine Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Call us at (805) 222-0237 Written by Kyle Jorrey and David Lopez Audio Engineering + Graphic Design by David Lopez Produced by Allison Montroy Music by Ian Bradley SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escro...
New Water Restrictions: Part 2
June 27, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBLas Virgenes Municipal Water District general manager David Peterson and The Acorn’s managing editor John Loesing take a deep dive into the severe water drought impacting our local communities. Accompanying Links: Record water shortage persists Fire and drought contribute to fury over possible new homes on Kanan Drought proof landscaping has pitfalls Brown links are sign of times Branching Out: Written by John Loesing Audio Engineering + Graphic Design by David Lopez Produced by All...
Dr. Freeland Discusses Juneteenth
June 20, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBCal Lutheran University professor of political science Dr. Gregory Freeland speaks on the history and importance of Juneteenth. Freeland shares his own stories of growing up in the segregated South, noting that while much has changed, there’s still work to be done. Accompanying Links: Ventura community members discuss importance of Juneteenth Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Call us at (805) 222-0237 Written by Dawn Megli Audio Engineering + Gra...
Dr. Freeland Discusses Juneteenth
June 20, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBCal Lutheran University professor of political science Dr. Gregory Freeland speaks on the history and importance of Juneteenth. Freeland shares his own stories of growing up in the segregated South, noting that while much has changed, there’s still work to be done. Accompanying Links: Ventura community members discuss importance of Juneteenth Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Call us at (805) 222-0237 Written by Dawn Megli Audio Engineering + Gra...
Memorial Day Murder Mystery
June 13, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBFour years have now passed since the night Bryn Spejcher stabbed Chad O’Melia to death Memorial Day weekend of 2018. Thousand Oaks Acorn reporter Becca Whitnall, who has been following this case from the beginning, joins the podcast to detail her most recent interviews, with O’Melia’s roommate and Spejcher’s mother. Accompanying Links: Victim’s father adresses court Continuations mount in Spejcher case Police accused killer told cops that bong hits led to violent episode Roommate rec...
New Water Restrictions
June 06, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThousand Oaks Acorn reporter Dawn Megli sits down with Dan Drugan of the Calleguas Municipal Water District to answer local residents’ most pressing questions about the new water use rules set into place in an effort to combat the state's worst drought conditions since 1972. Accompanying Links: Drought action providers trying to coordinate restrictions Water mandates won’t be met unless everyone cuts use Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Call us a...
Trials and Tribulations: Cooper Guilty, Grossman Awaits Arraignment
May 30, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBLegal analyst James Bozajian and Acorn reporter Scott Steepleton join the podcast to discuss three recent trials out of LA County: the Jeffrey Cooper trial, Rebecca Grossman trial and Anthony Rauda trial. Accompanying Links Jeff Cooper guilty on child molestation charges Jeff Cooper case goes to jury Anthony Rauda fit for trial despite bizarre behavior Podcast: Revisiting Anthony Rauda Grossman to stand trial for second-degree murder Grossman delayed Podcast: Rebecca Grossman prel...
A Conversation with Ventura County Clerk-Recorder Mark Lunn
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWith Election Day quickly approaching, Camarillo Acorn reporter Makena Huey chats with Ventura County Clerk-Recorder Mark Lunn via Zoom. Lunn, who plans to retire after 12 years in his role, shared a behind-the-scenes look into the office of County Clerk-Recorder and how elections have changed in the past decade. Accompanying Links Lunn reflects on democracy, elections and what's next Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Written by Makena Huey and Kyle...
Candidates for Sheriff and Supervisor Debate
May 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBManaging editor John Loesing and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey recap May 11th’s 2022 Candidates Forum for two local races—Ventura County Sheriff and Ventura County Supervisor—appearing on the June 7th ballot. The forum was a collaboration between the Conejo Chamber of Commerce and The Acorn and moderated by Loesing and Jorrey Accompanying Links Stance of rank and file officers weighs heavy on sheriff race Forum Livestream Gorrell making up ground in fundraising Branching Out ...
Candidates for Sheriff and Supervisor Debate
May 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBManaging editor John Loesing and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey recap May 11th’s 2022 Candidates Forum for two local races—Ventura County Sheriff and Ventura County Supervisor—appearing on the June 7th ballot. The forum was a collaboration between the Conejo Chamber of Commerce and The Acorn and moderated by Loesing and Jorrey Accompanying Links Stance of rank and file officers weighs heavy on sheriff race Forum Livestream Gorrell making up ground in fundraising Branching Out ...
Convo About Cannabis
May 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBIn light of the City of Thousand Oaks’ ongoing debate over changing its law to go from medical-only to adult-use cannabis stores, Westlake Village council member and Legendary Organics dispensary co-owner Ned Davis sits down to talk cannabis and the journey to legalizing local dispensaries with host and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey. Accompanying Links Legendary Organics Westlake Village mayor pro tem to help run TO dispensary Friday is opening day for city's first cannabis r...
Convo About Cannabis
May 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBIn light of the City of Thousand Oaks’ ongoing debate over changing its law to go from medical-only to adult-use cannabis stores, Westlake Village council member and Legendary Organics dispensary co-owner Ned Davis sits down to talk cannabis and the journey to legalizing local dispensaries with host and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey. Accompanying Links Legendary Organics Westlake Village mayor pro tem to help run TO dispensary Friday is opening day for city's first cannabis r...
Tears, Testimony at Rebecca Grossman Prelim
May 02, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBHost and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey is joined by Acorn reporter Scott Steepleton. Scott has been covering the Rebecca Grossman preliminary hearing in Van Nuys the past week, which will determine whether Grossman will go to trial for murder charges in the 2020 deaths of two boys in a Westlake crosswalk. Accompanying Links Mother testifies at murder hearing Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Written by Kyle Jorrey Audio Engineering + Gra...
Love Trumps Hate on Freeway Overpass
April 25, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBHost Kyle Jorrey sits down with Thousand Oaks Acorn reporter Dawn Megli to discuss the February and March incidents where neo-nazis displayed white supremicist banners on the Borchard Rd. freeway overpass. Megli was on the overpass April 16 when a local retired scientist hung banners of love and positivity in response to the group’s hateful messaging. Accompanying Links: Neo-nazi group makes appearance in Newbury Park Love replaces hate on overpass Branching Out Find us on Twitter Em...
Love Trumps Hate on Freeway Overpass
April 25, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBHost Kyle Jorrey sits down with Thousand Oaks Acorn reporter Dawn Megli to discuss the February and March incidents where neo-nazis displayed white supremicist banners on the Borchard Rd. freeway overpass. Megli was on the overpass April 16 when a local retired scientist hung banners of love and positivity in response to the group’s hateful messaging. Accompanying Links: Neo-nazi group makes appearance in Newbury Park Love replaces hate on overpass Branching Out Find us on Twitter Em...
Hilton Hotel Inferno
April 18, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBHost Kyle Jorrey sits down with Camarillo Acorn reporter Makena Huey and Acorn photographer Michael Coons, who were both at the destructive Camarillo blaze that burned down a Hilton that was being built across from the Camarillo Outlets. The trio discuss what happened, how reporters and photographers safely document fires and what’s next for the charred structure. Accompanying Links: Michael Coons on Twitter Makena Huey on Twitter Hotel fire investigation gets underway Photos from the...
Hilton Hotel Inferno
April 18, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBHost Kyle Jorrey sits down with Camarillo Acorn reporter Makena Huey and Acorn photographer Michael Coons, who were both at the destructive Camarillo blaze that burned down a Hilton that was being built across from the Camarillo Outlets. The trio discuss what happened, how reporters and photographers safely document fires and what’s next for the charred structure. Accompanying Links: Michael Coons on Twitter Makena Huey on Twitter Hotel fire investigation gets underway Photos from the...
Reclaiming the Ventureño Chumash Language
April 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBMoorpark Acorn reporter Makena Huey and Thousand Oaks Acorn reporter Dawn Megli are joined via Zoom by Salvador Tumamait Ambriz and Alanna Cronk, two Ventureño Chumash who are part of a movement to revitalize the mitsqanaqan language of their ancestors. Accompanying links: Giving voice to the past Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Commons Blvd. #13, Camarillo (800) 377-8019 Maid...
Brother of Fallen Deputy at War in Ukraine
April 04, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBThis episode contains a first-hand account of the war in Ukraine, parts of which may be graphic or upsetting to hear. Listener discretion advised. Moorpark Acorn reporter Makena Huey connected with Ukrainian Oleksander Kostiuchenko via Zoom, who stayed back in Ukraine to fight for his country. Kostiuchenko’s brother, Eugene Kostiuchenko, was a sheriff’s deputy with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and was killed in the line of duty by a drunk driver in 2014. The VCSO has been sending sup...
Brother of Fallen Deputy at War in Ukraine
April 04, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBThis episode contains a first-hand account of the war in Ukraine, parts of which may be graphic or upsetting to hear. Listener discretion advised. Moorpark Acorn reporter Makena Huey connected with Ukrainian Oleksander Kostiuchenko via Zoom, who stayed back in Ukraine to fight for his country. Kostiuchenko’s brother, Eugene Kostiuchenko, was a sheriff’s deputy with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and was killed in the line of duty by a drunk driver in 2014. The VCSO has been sending sup...
SPORTS: It’s good to be the King
March 29, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBTyler King, an athletic trainer for Loyola Marymount University’s baseball, water polo and swim teams, joins the Acorn sports staff for an informative and enlightening episode. The Thousand Oaks High School graduate pitched for the Lancers’ baseball squad. King talks about how he pivoted from playing the game to chasing a career within sports, including a memorable stretch working with the Boston Red Sox. Accompanying Links TLDR Podcast SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Servi...
The Powers Report
March 28, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey and Camarillo Acorn editor Dan Wolowicz break down the story behind Ventura County CEO Mike Powers’ abrupt resignation—and how the Acorn uncovered the truth behind his departure. Accompanying Links: Former Ventura County chief executive was subject of sexual harassment investigation Interim CEO selected from outside Powers' circle Let's root out any rot in county leadership Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] ...
The Powers Report
March 28, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey and Camarillo Acorn editor Dan Wolowicz break down the story behind Ventura County CEO Mike Powers’ abrupt resignation—and how the Acorn uncovered the truth behind his departure. Accompanying Links: Former Ventura County chief executive was subject of sexual harassment investigation Interim CEO selected from outside Powers' circle Let's root out any rot in county leadership Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] ...
SPORTS: Talking baseball with the skipper
March 22, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBThe show hits the road. Co-hosts David Lopez and Eliav Appelbaum visit Royal High School’s baseball diamond to chat in the dugout with longtime head coach Dan Maye, who guided the Highlanders to the school’s first CIF-Southern Section baseball championship last season. Accompanying Links: Royal still seeks respect Royal Baseball on Twitter Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Commons ...
Local Ukrainians Speak Out
March 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBIgor Yasno of Calabasas and Lyudmyla Smolyanyuk of Simi Valley, both originally from Ukraine, sit down with host and Thousand Oaks Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey to speak about the attacks on Ukraine, share stories of loved ones who continue to live there and provide resources for local residents looking for ways to help. Accompanying Links: Fighting for their country Ukrainian feels pain of war World for Ukraine Inc. nonprofit Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at branchingout@...
SPORTS: An Interview with OC boys' basketball coach Mark Amaral
March 15, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode of Branching Out Sports, sports editor Eliav Appelbaum sits down with Oaks Christian boys' basketball coach Mark Amaral to discuss the trends of basketball. Amaral has spent over 30 years coaching basketball, with most of his experience coming at the collegiate level. Accompanying Links: Amaral is now in charge Three of a kind SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Commons Blvd. #13, Camarillo (800) 377-8019 Maid in America Housecleaning Call ...
Toxic Farm Land
March 14, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBThousand Oaks Acorn reporter and Branching Out host Dawn Megli interviews Alexis Temkin, a toxicologist with the Environmental Working Group, about the EWG’s latest analysis of pesticide use in Ventura County, which found that more than 32 million pounds of toxic pesticides were used on farmland in the region between 2015 and 2020. Accompanying Links: 32M pounds of toxic pesticides used in Ventura County, threatening farmworkers, families and more Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email...
SPORTS: "Women's sports are here to stay" An interview with Jenna Becerra
March 08, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBJenna Becerra, a Pac-12 broadcaster, joins Eliav and David this week. Becerra, a Camarillo native, played prep softball at Westlake High School and collegiately at Stanford University. The three discusses the state of women's sports and softball's leap in popularity in recent years. Accompanying Links Check out Becerra's podcast here Bleav in Softball Jenna Becerra on Twitter Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and ...
Taking a Stand Against Hate
March 07, 2022 13:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBThousand Oaks Acorn editor and Branching Out host Kyle Jorrey sits down with Carole Shelton and Lynda Karl of Adelante Comunidad Conejo, a group that advocates for elevating Latino voices in the Conejo Valley. Carole and Lynda recently penned a letter to the editor regarding the Thousand Oaks city council’s anti-hate resolution passed February 22 in response to a neo-nazi incident that occurred in Newbury Park. Accompanying Links: Neo nazi group makes appearance in Newbury Park Letter:...
SPORTS: Interview with NFL analyst Ron Pitts
March 01, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBEliav and David chat with NFL analyst and podcast host Ron Pitts. Pitts, an Agoura Hills resident, talks about Super Bowl XLI and the upcoming NFL draft. Episode Links Run it Again Podcast (Ron Pitts Podcast with former Rams coach Mike Martz) Ron Pitts on Twitter SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Food Share Ventura County 4156 Southbank Road, Oxnard, CA 93606 (805) 983-7100 Maid in America Housecleaning Call for a free estimate! (805) 499-7259 Gold Coast Veterans Foundation 4001 Mission O...
Hunger in Ventura County: Thousands Face Food Insecurity
February 28, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThousand Oaks Acorn reporter and host Dawn Megli sits down with Monica White, CEO and president of Food Share, to discuss food insecurity in Ventura County. Accompanying Links: Food Share of Ventura County Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Food Share Ventura County 4156 Southbank Road, Oxnard, CA 93606 (805) 983-7100 Maid in America Housecleaning Call for a free estimate! (805) 499-7259 Gold Coast Veterans Foundation ...
How Local Restaurants Tried to Survive the Pandemic
February 21, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBHost and TO Acorn editor Kyle Jorrey sits down with Brad and Susan Cristea of Pedals and Pints Brewing in Thousand Oaks and Jeff Walker of Twisted Oak Tavern in Camarillo. Brad and Susan share what it was like to open a day before the shutdown in March 2020, and Jeff shares his experience navigating pandemic regulations as the owner of a restaurant with locations in Ventura and LA counties, as well as the ultimate decision to close his Agoura location. Accompanying Links: Twisted Oak clo...
Camarillo’s Search for a Climate-Friendly Future
February 14, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBHost and Camarillo Acorn reporter Alex Wilson talks to Camarillo Mayor Shawn Mulchay about environmental issues including the city's new $66 million desalter, making brackish groundwater safe to drink, and the city's efforts to promote electric vehicles. Background: Desalter facility an oasis Charged up for electric future Firm makes brown waste green Mulchay named mayor Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and E...
Camarillo’s Search for a Climate-Friendly Future
February 14, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBHost and Camarillo Acorn reporter Alex Wilson talks to Camarillo Mayor Shawn Mulchay about environmental issues including the city's new $66 million desalter, making brackish groundwater safe to drink, and the city's efforts to promote electric vehicles. Background: Desalter facility an oasis Charged up for electric future Firm makes brown waste green Mulchay named mayor Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and E...
Talking Trash: An Interview with Athens Services
February 07, 2022 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBHost Kyle Jorrey speaks with Matt Trouts of Athens Services via Zoom about the ongoing transition from Waste Management and Harrison trash providers to Athens, as well as proper ways to dispose of compost materials. Accompanying Links: Hiccups litter new hauler’s first week Athens offers council an update New trash hauler starts Monday Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Common...
Talking Trash: An Interview with Athens Services
February 07, 2022 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBHost Kyle Jorrey speaks with Matt Trouts of Athens Services via Zoom about the ongoing transition from Waste Management and Harrison trash providers to Athens, as well as proper ways to dispose of compost materials. Accompanying Links: Hiccups litter new hauler’s first week Athens offers council an update New trash hauler starts Monday Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Common...
The Power of Edison
January 31, 2022 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBHost Kyle Jorrey chats via Zoom with Ben Gallagher, a public information officer for Southern California Edison, to discuss the PSPS program and answer some of the community’s pressing energy and power questions. Background: Power shutoffs expected for Thanksgiving What’s in store for electricity rates? Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Commons Blvd. #13, Camarillo (800) 377-80...
The Power of Edison
January 31, 2022 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBHost Kyle Jorrey chats via Zoom with Ben Gallagher, a public information officer for Southern California Edison, to discuss the PSPS program and answer some of the community’s pressing energy and power questions. Background: Power shutoffs expected for Thanksgiving What’s in store for electricity rates? Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Commons Blvd. #13, Camarillo (800) 377-80...
Election 2022: Just Around The Corner
January 24, 2022 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAcorn Newspapers managing editor John Loesing joins the podcast to help break down the impact of redistricting and discuss some of the races the staff will be watching closely. Accompanying Links: Maps shift region’s political landscape Major changes in store for congressional, state districts Parvin to enter race for District 4 Branching Out Find us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Timios Title and Escrow Services 211 Village Commons Blvd. #13...
Omicron Surge Puts Stress on COVID Testing
January 17, 2022 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBBranching Out’s David Lopez shares his COVID experience with Acorn reporter Scott Steepleton and host Kyle Jorrey. Steepleton and Jorrey also discuss surging cases, local testing chaos and how local journalists at the Acorn find balance while reporting on COVID. Accompanying Links: District attorney warns against home test price gouging Teachers hand out a different kind of test Call for ambulance turns into adventure for Thousand Oaks man Health officer sees reason for hope past...
Cleanup Crisis: SSFL Revisited
January 10, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBMelissa Bumstead of Parents vs Santa Susana Field Lab and Denise Duffield of Physicians for Social Responsibility join host Kyle Jorrey to discuss a new documentary they are featured in, "In the Dark of the Valley," that follows the controversial story of the Santa Susana Field Lab cleanup. Accompanying Links: Field Lab Doc Highlights Lack of Trust "In the Dark of the Valley" official website Parents against Santa Susana Field Lab Nuclear Disaster Facebook group Follow Thousand Oaks...
Cleanup Crisis: SSFL Revisited
January 10, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBMelissa Bumstead of Parents vs Santa Susana Field Lab and Denise Duffield of Physicians for Social Responsibility join host Kyle Jorrey to discuss a new documentary they are featured in, "In the Dark of the Valley," that follows the controversial story of the Santa Susana Field Lab cleanup. Accompanying Links: Field Lab Doc Highlights Lack of Trust "In the Dark of the Valley" official website Parents against Santa Susana Field Lab Nuclear Disaster Facebook group Follow Thousand Oaks...