Claremont Speaks
173 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago -Claremont Speaks' goal is to provide a venue where the important issues of Claremont, CA and surrounding communities can be brought forth freely, uncensored and unrestricted. To be a guest on Claremont Speaks, please email [email protected].
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GUN TRAGEDIES are 100% preventable...the solutions are COMMON SENSE: A compelling interview with Wendy Ramallo; Lawyer, Mom, Activist and Group Leader of The Pomona Valley Chapter of MOMS DEMAND ACTION.
August 23, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBClaremont's Wendy Ramallo thought she had found "it" several times over - California's sun, law school, working at Los Angeles high-profile law firms, Washington DC, the Robert Kennedy Memorial, working with Father Greg Boyle (founder of Home Boy Industries) among other key positions. These all had both financial and spiritual rewards. However, she knew there was something...more. Her innate passion for doing something for someone else, combined with her skills as a lawyer and experience ...
“GUN TRAGEDIES are 100% preventable...the solutions are COMMON SENSE” - A compelling interview with Wendy Ramallo; Lawyer, Mom, Activist and Local Coordinator of The Pomona Valley MOMS DEMAND ACTION
August 23, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBClaremont's Wendy Ramallo thought she had found "it" several times over - California's sun, law school, working at Los Angeles high-profile law firms, Washington DC, the Robert Kennedy Memorial, working with Father Greg Boyle (founder of Home Boy Industries) among other key positions. These all had both financial and spiritual rewards. However, she knew there was something...more. Her innate passion for doing something for someone else, combined with her skills as a lawyer and experience ...
Claremont's Clayton Becker provides his own unique perspectives on solving Claremont's Water/Housing Dilemma
August 22, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBClayton Becker has accomplished more than most in the years since graduating from Claremont High School, but to some, locally, he may be best known for his thoughtful, strong and data-backed responses and letters in the Claremont Courier. Recently, a column by Pomona College Professor Stephen Marks regarding water conservation prompted Clayton to submit his own insightful, circumspect and somewhat pointed response. Reading this, Claremont Speaks immediately invited Clayton to expand on ...
The Happy Crowd Finale!! Moments before their final Memorial Park Show, the group opened up about their beginnings, music, their 30 year journey and what it's meant to them
August 17, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.65 MBThe Concerts in the Park are a summer staple in Claremont, and The Happy Crowd has been one of the most beloved groups for over three decades. On August 11, 2022, The Happy Crowd - Hai, Smarty Marty, Collie and Kenny - graced the Memorial Park Bandshell for their final show, but were able to take a few minutes to talk to Claremont Speaks before commanding the stage and delighting the crowd...as always. The Happy Crowd spoke on how they started, and what a great ride it's been ever since...
Reducing individual water use vs. more new housing: Effective...or Futile? Pomona College Professor Stephen Marks expands on his article in The Claremont Courier.
August 12, 2022 05:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBGiven the drought situation at present, taking measures to reduce residential and personal water consumption only seems to make sense. However, adding hundreds of single-family homes and thousands of people makes those individual water conservation efforts seem like a "demoralizing exercise", according to a Claremont Courier submission by Stephen Marks, the Elden Smith Professor of Economics at Pomona College, In this detailed interview, Professor Marks describes, discusses the points...
New Housing vs. Adequate Water Supply - a Choice? LA Times writer Liam Dillon offers an in-depth perspective.
August 09, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBIn the first of three interviews focusing on whether the objectives for more - and more affordable - housing in Claremont are a good idea, or even possible, in the face of the drought SoCal is now experiencing. In the first of thee interviews on this topic, LIam Dillon, a star staff writer for the Los Angeles Times and (fellow) podcaster on this topic, shares the results of his investigative research into whether Southern California can continue to build more homes without a matching increa...
Rt. 66 is ON! Kiwanians Julie Martin and Raul Rodriguez spill the details on one of Claremont's biggest annual events.
August 07, 2022 21:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBIf you want to party in the west, the Kiwanians' party is the best. Get your kicks at (The Kiwanis') Route Sixty-Six...party. (with apologies to Nat King Cole*, The Rolling Stones, etc.) The Kiwanis group of Claremont brings many events to the city, and in many ways helps make Claremont the desirable destination that it is. Among those Kiwanians, Raul Rodriguez and Julie Martin are two of the key members that make things happen. Raul is "the face of the Kiwanis" for many years and Julie...
The Winter's Tale - Shakespeare Presented As Intended: Randy Lopez, CEO of Ophelia's Jump, discusses OJP's current Midsummer's Shakespeare Festival offering.
July 16, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBRandy Lopez, CEO of Ophelia's Jump, Executive Director of the Claremont Chamber of Commerce and one of the most recognized folks in Claremont took a few moments to discuss OJP's new Shakespeare Summer Festival offering. The show opens July 14, 2022 at the Sontag Theater in the heart of Claremont's Pomona College's stunning campus, and runs through July 24, 2022. Randy previews the Ophelia's Jump production of Shakespeare's "A Winter's Tale," and how it is being presented just as The Bard...
Medicinal Cannabis; benefits to the individual, the community, taxation and fairness with Megan Mbengue, RN. CannaNurse, deep dives into the history & myths of cannabis, and explores the key issue of taxation
July 15, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBDuring a recent City Council meeting's Public Comment, Megan Mbengue was a standout participant, and conveyed a concise and cogent argument regarding the decision to tax cannabis deliveries, sales and more in Claremont, and whether it really helps/ benefits those that truly need cannabis products for medicinal purposes. Megan’s four minutes were so unusually well delivered, fact filled and straight to the point, Claremont Speaks instantly invited Megan Mbengue, RN and Trusted Cannanurse, to...
Should Claremont tax medicine? Megan Mbengue - RN, CannaNurse and passionate activist - discusses Cannabis Taxation in Claremont and much, much more.
July 15, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBDuring a recent City Council meeting's Public Comment, Megan Mbengue was a standout participant, and conveyed a concise and cogent argument regarding the decision to tax cannabis deliveries, sales and more in Claremont, and whether it really helps/ benefits those that truly need cannabis products for medicinal purposes. Megan’s four minutes were so unusually well delivered, fact filled and straight to the point, Claremont Speaks instantly invited Megan Mbengue, RN and Trusted Cannanurse, to...
AL FRESCO EDITION @ THE RAVELERS' FOURTH OF JULY MEMORIAL PARK CONCERT - part 2
July 10, 2022 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBAs the afternoon cooled off and the Ravelers' music kept getting hotter and keeping the crowd energized, my luck held with three more random and extemporaneous conversations that turned out, as you'll hear, to have a common theme; how much people like and appreciate Claremont and thoroughly enjoyed the day's festivities. Each guest, in their own words, was quite effusive about the quality of the program for the day - the parade, the booths, the concert, the food...even not bemoaning the ca...
AL FRESCO EDITION @ THE RAVELERS' FOURTH OF JULY MEMORIAL PARK CONCERT - part 1
July 06, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBWhat better time to try to talk to people than when one of Claremont's favorite rock 'n roll bands - The Ravelers - is tearing it up on-stage? Claremont speaks took the opportunity to catch people in a festive and relaxed moment to hear what they thought about the 4th of July parade, party/celebration and the Ravelers' concert - which was the usual smashing success. CS was fortunate to speak with: Char - providing some perspective on displaying the flag and how things would improve if peo...
Al Fresco Edition @ Friday Night Live: Four brave souls take a turn speaking their minds.
July 02, 2022 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBClaremont Speaks - Al Fresco Edition continues with four brave souls accepting the invitation to speak their minds at a couple of Friday Night Live events in the village. Luis describes his experience in Azusa regarding their Metrolink Stop. Robin reminisces about the role Rhino Records played in her youth. "Barbara" (her pseudonym) describes the direction Claremont is going Selina, of Selina and the Wolf - popular musicians at many Village venues - reveal a bit about themselves, thei...
"People NEED art - it is not just a luxury": Seth Pringle, Co-Curator at the Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, explains and highlights CMLA's and other local art shows.
June 26, 2022 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBThe Claremont Lewis Museum of Art is one of Claremont's emerging art venues, bringing some of the best of the best art, in many forms, to Claremont and visitors. Seth Pringle, CLMA's Co-Curator, art educator/expert and amazing artist/ceramist in his own right, speaks about how the CLMA is growing, the various shows that have been and are to come, and the education programs and other opportunities the CLMA is offering. In addition, Seth reveals other local exhibits and shows of interest, in...
"People NEED art - it is not just a luxury": Seth Pringle, Co-Curator at the Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, explains and highlights CMLA's and other local art shows.
June 26, 2022 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBThe Claremont Lewis Museum of Art is one of Claremont's emerging art venues, bringing some of the best of the best art, in many forms, to Claremont and visitors. Seth Pringle, CLMA's Co-Curator, art educator/expert and amazing artist/ceramist in his own right, speaks about how the CLMA is growing, the various shows that have been and are to come, and the education programs and other opportunities the CLMA is offering. In addition, Seth reveals other local exhibits and shows of interest, in...
Gun Violence Protest - Indivisible Claremont's members express themselves beyond their signs.
June 26, 2022 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBIn another Al Fresco edition, Claremont Speaks went to the corner of Indian Hill and Foothill (Claremont's Protest Grounds of Choice) during the "Indivisible Claremont/March for Our Lives" demonstration by many of Claremont's dedicated activist citizens - some are or were teachers - about solving gun violence, controlling/eliminating assault rifles, our ineffective gun laws and enforcement, and the country's politicians who seemingly sub-optimize everything around their own self-interests ov...
Combating Ageism: Kathryn Mora, former professional clown, comedian and now septuageneraian Claremont Courier columnist, on leveraging one's spirit, voice and value in today's society.
June 20, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBKathryn Mora has spent many years marching to her own drum, having been a SoCal journalist, a professional clown, a standup comedian, an author and now a columnist featured regularly in The Claremont Courier. Kathryn first provides a bit of background and a basis for her approach to life, both in the past and now. She then expands on her series of articles on having "never been old before", which relate the experiences that many of her age have certainly encountered. Kathryn then offers e...
Interview with Kathryn Mora - author and columnist, on keeping and using one's spirit, voice and considerable value as a way of combating ageism.
June 20, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBKathryn Mora has spent many years marching to her own drum, having been a SoCal journalist, a professional clown, a standup comedian, an author and now a columnist featured regularly in The Claremont Courier. Kathryn first provides a bit of background and a basis for her approach to life, both in the past and now. She then expands on her series of articles on having "never been old before", which relate the experiences that many of her age have certainly encountered. Kathryn then offers e...
Interview with Rimmi Hundal, Tri-City Mental Health Services' Executive Director
June 06, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBAmongst Claremont's plethora of unique and valuable people, businesses and services, Tri-City Mental Health Services might best fit the metaphor of "Hidden Gem." Rimmi Hundal, TCMHS' new Executive Director, introduces herself, recounts her life's path to this point and illustrates how what became her dream-job seemed to be a custom-fit for her (and she for it). With stories and examples, she outlines just a few of Tri-City's many achievements, and extolls the value of the myriad of benefit...
The Healthy Mind; Rimmi Hundal, Tri-City Mental Health Services' Executive Director reveals TCMHS abilities to help nearly anyone.
June 06, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBAmongst Claremont's plethora of unique and valuable people, businesses and services, Tri-City Mental Health Services might best fit the metaphor of "Hidden Gem." Rimmi Hundal, TCMHS' new Executive Director, introduces herself, recounts her life's path to this point and illustrates how what became her dream-job seemed to be a custom-fit for her (and she for it). With stories and examples, she outlines just a few of Tri-City's many achievements, and extolls the value of the myriad of benefit...
Rimmi Hundal, Tri-City Mental Health Services' Executive Director
June 06, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBAmongst Claremont's plethora of unique and valuable people, businesses and services, Tri-City Mental Health Services might best fit the metaphor of "Hidden Gem." Rimmi Hundal, TCMHS' new Executive Director, introduces herself, recounts her life's path to this point and illustrates how what became her dream-job seemed to be a custom-fit for her (and she for it). With stories and examples, she outlines just a few of Tri-City's many achievements, and extolls the value of the myriad of benefit...
Kim Peeples, proprietor of Claremont's Vom Fass, discusses her life-path, starting and growing Vom Fass, and doing what she truly loves.
June 02, 2022 05:00 - 50 minutes - 35.1 MBVisitors come to Claremont for a variety of reasons, including "finding what you can't find anywhere else" - and Vom Fass, Claremont's top-rated European-style "try before you buy" grocery is a destination stop for exactly that. Kim Peeples - the proprietor/franchisor of Vom Fass in Claremont (located just west of Indian Hill, on and facing First Street) - recounts how her path from college, through several jobs and increasingly advanced positions all worked to prepare her for being a succ...
Larkin Place - Jamboree Housing Corp.'s CDO Michael Massie and Director Danielle Latteri share the important details regarding the proposed Permanent Supportive Housing Project.
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBCurrently, one of the "Matters that Matter Most" in Claremont is the Larkin Place Project - Jamboree Housing Corporation's proposal to build a 32-unit Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) project on a property at Larkin Park, next to Pilgrim Place, at 731 Harrison Avenue in Claremont. Jamboree's Michael Massie, Chief Development Officer and Danielle Latteri, Director of Supportive Services joined CS to answer some of the most pressing questions asked at outreach meetings and from CS listener...
Cannabis Dispensaries - Are they right for Claremont? William Kaufman presents the many upsides to allowing local outlets.
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBBill Kaufman, a veteran of military service, running and launching several successful businesses and now a spokesperson for Red Workshop LLC, joined Claremont Speaks to discuss how Claremont could benefit considerably by allowing a limited number of cannabis dispensaries to do business in the city. Mr. Kaufman states his case, using real-world examples from surrounding cities, bringing to light a wealth of data, facts and figures regarding the very real and measurable upsides to allowing a ...
Claremont and Cannabis: Interview with William Kaufman, proponent for allowing cannabis dispensaries in Claremont
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBBill Kaufman, a veteran of military service, running and launching several successful businesses and now a spokesperson for Red Workshop LLC, joined Claremont Speaks to discuss how Claremont could benefit considerably by allowing a limited number of cannabis dispensaries to do business in the city. Mr. Kaufman states his case, using real-world examples from surrounding cities, bringing to light a wealth of data, facts and figures regarding the very real and measurable upsides to allowing a ...
Cannabis Dispensaries - Are they right for Claremont? William Kaufman presents the many upsides to allowing local outlets.
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBBill Kaufman, a veteran of military service, running and launching several successful businesses and now a spokesperson for Red Workshop LLC, joined Claremont Speaks to discuss how Claremont could benefit considerably by allowing a limited number of cannabis dispensaries to do business in the city. Mr. Kaufman states his case, using real-world examples from surrounding cities, bringing to light a wealth of data, facts and figures regarding the very real and measurable upsides to allowing a ...
Claremont Speaks: al fresco Edition; Casual, entertaining and insightful conversations with Claremont visitors and residents.
May 16, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBIn an effort to democratize being a guest on Claremont Speaks, we are trying an experiment: Claremont Speaks: al fresco Edition. On May 13, 2022, our crack staff secured a position outside the Claremont City Hall at one of the concrete tables/benches and invited random passerby to stop and talk. In four short, entertaining conversations, six brave individuals chose to capitalize on this unique opportunity to tell Claremont (and beyond) about themselves, their lives, their experiences, reas...
Is reading fundamental to recovery? Ivan Mendez, Manager of The Claremont Forum Bookstore/Prison Library Project, provides answers and more.
April 27, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIvan Mendez, the Manager at the Claremont Forum Bookstore was able to pause for a short but informative interview, talking about his path to becoming a dedicated and pivotal leader of the Bookstore's team, the mission and goals of the 501c charity, and discuss some of their challenges and accomplishments. Ivan was recently featured in an outstanding article in the Claremont Courier. During this cogent, concise, yet casual interview, Ivan expands on the article's key points while bringing ...
Interview with Ivan Mendez, Manager of The Claremont Forum Bookstore/Prison Library Project
April 27, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIvan Mendez, the Manager at the Claremont Forum Bookstore was able to pause for a short but informative interview, talking about his path to becoming a dedicated and pivotal leader of the Bookstore's team, the mission and goals of the 501c charity, and discuss some of their challenges and accomplishments. Ivan was recently featured in an outstanding article in the Claremont Courier. During this cogent, concise, yet casual interview, Ivan expands on the article's key points while bringing ...
Interview with Claremont Educational Foundation's Immediate Past-President Deborah Kekone
April 16, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB"Claremont is an amazing place to live...so many opportunities here to be involved in real and meaningful and impactful ways" is how Deborah Kekone, Claremont Educational Foundation's Immediate Past President, describes our vintage shire. In this interview, Deborah recounts her path from visiting Claremont as a teenager to moving here and then becoming deeply involved and contributing to the Claremont community in a variety of volunteer, community-improvement programs. Most notable among ...
Claremont Educational Foundation's Immediate Past-President Deborah Kekone on CEF's many contributions & achievements.
April 16, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB"Claremont is an amazing place to live...so many opportunities here to be involved in real and meaningful and impactful ways" is how Deborah Kekone, Claremont Educational Foundation's Immediate Past President, describes our vintage shire. In this interview, Deborah recounts her path from visiting Claremont as a teenager to moving here and then becoming deeply involved and contributing to the Claremont community in a variety of volunteer, community-improvement programs. Most notable among ...
Interview with Dr. Deepak Shimkhada; educator, art historian, and frequent star of Ancient Aliens
April 10, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBClaremont is privileged to have an abundance of extremely talented, highly educated and extraordinarily interesting people. Few fit that description better than Dr. Deepak Shimkhada; a long-time Nepali-American Claremont resident, a top-rated educator, talented artist and art historian/authority, author of over 20 successful books and an active community leader. In this enlightening and enjoyable interview, Deepak describes his journey from his small, remote home town of Dharka , Nepal (...
Educator, art historian, and frequent star of Ancient Aliens, Dr. Deepak Shimkhada shares his extraordinary life's path and future pursuits.
April 10, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBClaremont is privileged to have an abundance of extremely talented, highly educated and extraordinarily interesting people. Few fit that description better than Dr. Deepak Shimkhada; a long-time Nepali-American Claremont resident, a top-rated educator, talented artist and art historian/authority, author of over 20 successful books and an active community leader. In this enlightening and enjoyable interview, Deepak describes his journey from his small, remote home town of Dharka , Nepal (...
Educator, art historian, and frequent star of Ancient Aliens, Dr. Deepak Shimkhada shares his extraordinary
April 10, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBClaremont is privileged to have an abundance of extremely talented, highly educated and extraordinarily interesting people. Few fit that description better than Dr. Deepak Shimkhada; a long-time Nepali-American Claremont resident, a top-rated educator, talented artist and art historian/authority, author of over 20 successful books and an active community leader. In this enlightening and enjoyable interview, Deepak describes his journey from his small, remote home town of Dharka , Nepal (...
Stephen Cooley, three-term Los Angeles County District Attorney, makes his case to Recall LA County D.A. George Gascón
March 09, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBStephen Cooley - respected and renown District Attorney for Los Angeles County (2000 to 2012) - has since become an outspoken, experienced and respected activist and advocate in LA and California. He is at the forefront of change for a variety of key and crucial non-partisan issues - few more important and germane to recent events in Claremont than the challenge to public safety, fair and equitable justice, and fundamental accountability brought about by the significant and potentially dan...
"The Taste" is BACK! - The Rotary Club of Claremont's Nona Tirre and Bob Hyde describe the exciting return of the "Taste of Claremont "
February 28, 2022 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBThe annual "Taste of Claremont" has been one of Claremont's main staples of community entertainment, fellowship and contribution to a number of good causes, which many have enjoyed for decades. The most recent years' events were cancelled due to COVID considerations. But, now, the "Taste of Claremont" is back, and is shaping up to be one of the best ever. The Rotary Club of Claremont's Nona Tirre - the key organizer behind the ToC for 2022 - and Bob Hyde - the originator of the ToC and t...
Steven Llanusa, Claremont Unified School District President, delves into the key issues of CUSD.
February 22, 2022 09:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBSteven Llanusa, President of the Claremont Unified School district and one who has spent a lifetime in service to education, set aside some time for an interview to better acquaint the listener a bit about himself and the latest issues at CUSD. Steve takes the listener on a deep-dive regarding several complex and important topics affecting the Claremont Unified School District, perfectly balancing humility, intelligent humor and thoughtful clarification while providing a perspective of inte...
Merrill Ring, Democratic Club of Claremont's VP/Spokesperson, Discusses DCC's History, Charter, Values and Goals
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBMerrill Ring, long-time Claremont resident, relates his life path as an involved Democrat and invaluable insight into the Democratic Club of Claremont. In his own uniquely conversational, yet candid and engaging manner, Merrill describes the events and influences on his journey as an active Democrat to this point; particularly his selection to be part of the Democratic Party (just prior to Truman's defeat of Dewey...). He then treats the listener to a deft comparison/contrast of the see...
Merrill Ring, Democratic Club of Claremont's VP/Spokesperson, Discusses DCC's History, Charter, Values and Goals
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBMerrill Ring, long-time Claremont resident, relates his life path as an involved Democrat and invaluable insight into the Democratic Club of Claremont. In his own uniquely conversational, yet candid and engaging manner, Merrill describes the events and influences on his journey as an active Democrat to this point; particularly his selection to be part of the Democratic Party (just prior to Truman's defeat of Dewey...). He then treats the listener to a deft comparison/contrast of the see...
Interview with Juan De Lira, owner of Claremont's iconic Sherwood Florist, and Phoebe Carcamo, master apprentice/designer.
February 10, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBThere are few businesses or buildings more inextricably linked to Claremont than Sherwood Florist, the modest stone oasis of floral beauty located at Indian Hill and Foothill Blvds. A Claremont icon for over thirty years, Sherwood Florist was founded by Juan De Lira and through his artistry, originality and passion for delivering "amazing" every day, Sherwood Florist has been been supplying the village with fresh, signature top quality flower arrangements ever since. Juan took a few moment...
Estate Sale; best option? Zoe TeBeau, Claremont's Top Appraiser and Estate Sale Curator, provides experienced insight and guidance.
February 06, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBZoe TeBeau - one of Claremont's most respected Appraisers and Estate Sale Curators - recently took a well-earned break at the iconic Walter's Restaurant to share some coffee, her fascinating path from startup to successful entrepreneur, and a wealth of insights into the Estate Sale business. Zoe opens up about what being in the business is really like, then imparts a plenitude of invaluable information, research methods and real-world tips. Zoe conducts large estate and/or moving sales dir...
Interview with Zoe TeBeau, Claremont's Top Appraiser and Estate Sale Curator.
February 06, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBZoe TeBeau - one of Claremont's most respected Appraisers and Estate Sale Curators - recently took a well-earned break at the iconic Walter's Restaurant to share some coffee, her fascinating path from startup to successful entrepreneur, and a wealth of insights into the Estate Sale business. Zoe opens up about what being in the business is really like, then imparts a plenitude of invaluable information, research methods and real-world tips. Zoe conducts large estate and/or moving sales dir...
Engaging and informative interview with Dr. Greg Schulz, Ed. D, Superintendent/President at Citrus College
February 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBOne of the most valuable advantages of being a Claremont resident is access to some of the best schools and colleges. Inarguably key among those is Citrus College. Dr. Greg Schulz, Ed. D., named Citrus' new Superintendent and President in June of 2021 by the Citrus Community College District Board of Trustees, was beyond kind to visit with Claremont Speaks and introduce himself to Claremont. In his disarmingly eloquent, relaxed and conversational style, he reveals his path to this new pos...
Interview with John Frame; sculptor, filmmaker, photographer, and production designer, currently exhibiting at CMA
January 27, 2022 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBJohn Frame, one of America's leading and most revered sculptors and alumni of Claremont Graduate University, took some time to talk to Claremont Speaks about his path to becoming a world respected artist, the foundation and inspiration for his works and his breathtaking exhibit which is currently on display at the Claremont Museum of Art. In between sculpting on a level to which most can only aspire, John set aside some time to give listener's a unique and deeply personal insight into his ...
Author and Poet Nancy Mintie and special guests read and discuss selections from her new poetry book, "Poems for a World Yet To Be"
January 21, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBNancy Mintie, the founder of the Inner City Law Center and Uncommon Good , returns to Claremont Speaks to reveal her lifelong passion for writing poetry about her reflections on social justice and the nature of life and spirituality. In her new, first book "Poems for a World Yet To Be." she shares how her ideas have developed over a lifetime devoted to service and justice, and traces the outline of the world that she hopes to see emerge as people awaken to the beauty and power of what peo...
"Assuming the Mantle": An extraordinary, insightful and funny interview with Jed Leano, Claremont's new Mayor.
January 12, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBJed Leano, recently voted Mayor of Claremont by his City Council colleagues, is inarguably among the city's most active, altruistic and involved residents and City Council members. In between balancing the many facets and demands of his Immigration Law Practice, unswerving dedication to his family, selflessly and successfully leading multiple charitable groups, Mayor Leano takes this opportunity to introduce himself to Claremont. In this captivating and compelling interview, Mayor Leano di...
Newly Arrived in Claremont's Community? How best to become a part of it: Interview with Anne Thorward, Vice President - Newcomers Access Center
January 10, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBAnne Thorward, one of the key driving forces behind the Newcomers Access Center (NAC), joins Claremont Speaks to help the community understand the NAC's history, functions, accomplishments and goals for the future. The NAC, a local non-profit that helps refugees and immigrants settle in and adapt to a new and different culture, has been steadily increasing the assistance provided, and chalking up serial successes in helping Claremont's newest residents overcome the hurdles and challenges i...
Interview with Anne Thorward, Vice President of the Board of the Newcomers Access Center (NAC)
January 10, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBAnne Thorward, one of the key driving forces behind the Newcomers Access Center (NAC), joins Claremont Speaks to help the community understand the NAC's history, functions, accomplishments and goals for the future. The NAC, a local non-profit that helps refugees and immigrants settle in and adapt to a new and different culture, has been steadily increasing the assistance provided, and chalking up serial successes in helping Claremont's newest residents overcome the hurdles and challenges i...
Interview with Claremont Tutors' Mark Ralph (pt 2/2) and former tutor Baili Zhong, now an entrepreneur producing courses in Financial Literacy.
December 18, 2021 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this second of two interviews with Mark Ralph, President of Claremont Tutors, one of their best tutors, Baili Zhong, joins the program to describe and discuss the next phase in pursuing his passion to help others improve their Financial Literacy. Upon graduating from Claremont's Pomona College with a BS in Chemistry, Baili chose to pivot and turn his penchant and passion for math, finance and using his and his family's money to their own advantage, rather than to that of others. In addi...
Interview with Claremont Tutors' Mark Ralph (pt 1/2) and clients Kelly Carson and daughter Julene, a top-ranked Senior at CHS.
December 15, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this informative, inspiring and often touching interview, Mark Ralph, the president of Claremont Tutors, brings to light one of the many real-life, transformational success stories CT has had a hand in over the last decade and more. Claremont High School star student Julene Carson and her mother, Kelly, describe Julene's path from struggling with math and other subjects in early grade school and how the turnaround that CT's skilled tutors consistently provided all along her scholastic jo...