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TehachaPod

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The official award winning podcast for the City of Tehachapi, California. Our municipal government podcast covers the issues, topics, history, lifestyle and happenings in Tehachapi. Hosted by Community Engagement Manager Key Budge, General Services Director Ashley Whitmore, Assistant City Manager Corey Costelloe, & City Manager Greg Garrett. This show features interviews and highlights of community events, meetings and other interactions that impact Tehachapi. TehachaPod has received several awards for Government Special Episode and Individual Episodes by a Government Agency.

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Tehachapi Recreation Update Everything Happening This Summer

May 09, 2023 22:59 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MB

We get a visit from our parks and rec crew from TVRPD. Corey Torres, Taylor Davis and Brenda Gonzalez stop by and give us a complete rundown on all of the summer activities and possible future sports coming to Tehachapi. We talk about the return of the Brite Lake Fishing Derby, 5K races, bsaeball, basketball, volleyball, swimming, adult sports, Youth Camp, Memorial Day & 4th of July activities plus we discuss the future of pickleball in Tehachapi. We cover a lot of ground and probably a litt...

Tehachapi Brewery & Vineyard Update May 4 2023

May 04, 2023 22:06 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB

Discover Tehachapi's Clare Scotti has all of the latest information on our local brewery & vineyard scene. She shares all of the entertainment and food options at our microbreweries and vineyards across Tehachapi. Follow on Facebook & Instagram @DiscoverTehachapi. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Meet Tehachapi's Local Craft Beer Owner Tyson Southworth

May 04, 2023 19:31 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MB

Tyson Southworth, owner of Local Craft Beer (LCB) in Tehachapi stops by the studio to talk about his journey running a microbrewery. It's a fun conversation with Tyson as he talks about his process and growing business as he has opened a new location in Lancaster. Follow their story on Instagram @LocalCraftBeer and at www.LocalCraftBeer.net. Send your show questions and thoughts to [email protected]

May Events in the Tehachapi Business Community

April 27, 2023 23:27 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MB

May is going to busy around Tehachapi. Jeanette Pauer from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce checks in with details on four new ribbon cuttings for local businesses, and we talk about May events you might want to put on your calendars. www.Tehachapi.com to reach Jeanette. Send your thoughts, questions to [email protected]

Weekend Entertainment Update for Tehachapi April 27

April 27, 2023 21:05 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MB

Our weekly Tehachapi entertainment guide with Clare Scotti is launching us into early May this week. Clare has all of the latest details on food and entertainment around the Tehachapi area. You can visit Clare's business www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for a few more details. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Road Construction Ahead New Asphalt for Local Roads

April 26, 2023 14:28 - 55 minutes - 76 MB

Dpn Marsh and Jay Schlosser join us to talk about the upcoming road construction and new asphalt projects beginning now and continuing through the summer months. More than $15 million in projects are scheduled in 2023. We explain what is happenning, what is about to occur so you can make some minor commuting adjustments. Send your questions and thoughts to [email protected].

Road Construction Update On Multiple Streets in Tehachapi

April 26, 2023 14:12 - 55 minutes - 76 MB

We talk to Don Marsh and Jay Schlosser today about all of the upcoming road projects taking place between now and the fall. There will be detours, construction zones, and some roads torn up as the work is being done, but the end product will be several nice smooth driving surfaces. We share all of the locations and details in this episode. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi Winery & Brewery Entertainment Update April 20-23

April 20, 2023 21:17 - 14 minutes - 19.8 MB

Clare Scotti has all of the latest information on what food and entertainment you will find across Tehachapi at our wineries and breweries. Clare owns www.DiscoverTehachapi.com with her husband and they are in contact with great places to stop and enjoy. We have all of the latest information to share and where to go! Send your events, questions and thoughts to [email protected]

TPD Opportunities & Staff Recognition

April 18, 2023 15:25 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MB

Members of the Tehachapi Police Department stop by to share updates on career opportunities, recognition for heroic work, and share a safety tip or two. Acting Lieutenant Jason Dunham and Communications Manager Karrie-Anne Ritchie explain what happened from the officer and dispatcher perspectives of emergency calls for service and how TPD handled a recent house fire call in the City of Tehachapi. They talk about safety tips for us personally and for businesses, we also talk about civilian an...

Tehachapi Hot Spots for April 13-16

April 13, 2023 21:19 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MB

Clare Scotti from www.DiscoverTehachapi has all of the activity for the greater Tehachapi area including all of our vineyards, breweries, with wine & beer tasting experiences. Clare also has the details on other community and family activities in Tehachapi. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi Business Owner Sara Frost & the Tehachapi Flower Shop

April 10, 2023 22:51 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MB

Sara Frost, owner of the Tehachapi Flower Shop in downtown stops by to talkl about her business and shares a few stories. Sara purchased the Tehachapi Flower Shop two years ago, and is the fifth owner of the business since it opened in 1963. She shares some tips on how to keep your arrangements looking fresh cut a little longer and the best time to order flowers. Tehachapi Flower Shop is located on Green St across from the BeeKay Theatre. www.TehachapiFlowerShop.com. Send your questions and ...

Easter Weekend in Tehachapi Winery, Brewery, Entertainment Update

April 06, 2023 21:16 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MB

Easter and Spring is upon us in Tehachapi, Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi knows where all the Easter Eggs can be found! Clare has researched all of the fun things to do in Tehachapi and what our wineries and breweries have to offer also. www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for more information on tours and Tehachapi experiences. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi Girl Scout Troop 8014 Talking Community Service, Robotics & Cookie Sales

April 05, 2023 23:21 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MB

We had the pleasure of talking to 11 year-olds Harper Mitchell and Serena Thornburg from Girl Scout Troop 8014 and their Troop Leader Nena Thornburg. Both Harper and Serena are members of the award winning robotics team representing their troop and they are the top 2 cookie sellers for Troop 8014. Its a fun conversation with these two articulate young women, and Troop Leader Nena fills us in on future community involvement. Send your questions and thoughts to [email protected]

City Council Recap & Discussing the Loss of Local Control Initiative

April 04, 2023 20:13 - 48 minutes - 67 MB

Corey Costelloe and Key Budge recap the City of Tehachapi Council meeting from April 3, 2023 and take a deeper dive into an initiative backed by corporations that want to remove local control on your sales tax dollar and charge the taxpayer with their developing fees. There are approximately 40 corporations that have come together under the identity of "The California Business Roundtable Board" that have circulated petitions to place an initiative on the November 2024 ballot to remove local ...

"CLUE" coming to the BeeKay Theatre Director Jason Wheeler Tells All

April 04, 2023 15:36 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Jason Wheeler is the director of the upcoming production of "CLUE" presented by TCTA at the BeeKay Theatre beginning April 14. Jason talks about the cast, crew, and how it is all coming together nicely. He also talks about the set design and how everyone should find the show visibly pleasing as the mystery unfolds. Tickets are available online at www.TCTonStage.com. Send your show thoughts, ideas, and suggestions to [email protected]

Catching Up With The Tehachapi Police Department

April 03, 2023 16:03 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MB

A/Lt. Jason Dunham is back to share what is going on around town and what our police officers see on a day to day basis. A/Lt. Dunham talks about his career, things that have impacted his life and why he loves this profession. He also talks about career opportunities for people considering law enforcement either as a police officer or a dispatcher  https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/481/Police-Department , also about lateral transfer opportunities. We talk about upcoming events including the na...

Tehachapi Wine & Beer Weekend Happenings & More

March 30, 2023 21:23 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MB

Clre Scotti has all of the information on who is performing at which microbrewery and vineyard in Tehachapi. She also knows who is catering, she has all of the details, plus some upcoming special Easter events for the family. Send your questions, thoughts and ideas to [email protected]

WM in Tehachapi Talking Recycling and What's Ahead

March 30, 2023 00:11 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MB

Ashley Cortes from WM in Tehachapi stops by to talk to us about upcoming recycling changes we will be seeing. We talk about the new state laws that are changing what we do with our trash locally. She explains what the state has ordered and how we will transition into compliance. We also talk about the community involvement WM participates in the Tehachapi area. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

April 2023 Chamber of Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Update

March 28, 2023 20:58 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MB

Jeanette Pauer from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce comes to talk about the April business highlights, what the Chamber of Commerce has planned, special events in the Tehachapi area and more. We get together once a month to highlight business openings, special activities and events our businesses and nonprofits are involved in each month. Send your show questions to [email protected]

Upcoming Shows from TCTA at the BeeKay Theatre in Tehachapi

March 24, 2023 17:55 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MB

We get a chance to talk to TCTA Executive Producer Chris Morales about all of the upcoming shows at the BeeKay Theatre for the rest of 2023. Chris talks about the growth of the TCTA since 2019, doubling the amount of plays they put on for the community. She talks about opportunity to volunteer behind the scenes or on stage, visit www.TCTOnStage.com for details. We talk about the upcoming productions of "Clue", "Golden Age", "The Addams Family", "T-Town Talent", and the "Playwrights Palooza" ...

Tehachapi Winery & Microbrewery Entertainment & Food Weekend Update March 23

March 23, 2023 23:29 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MB

What to do this weekend? Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi shares all of the details on food and entertainment around Tehachapi. She contacts each of our microbreweries and wineries every week to find who is playing, and what type of food will be available. We do this every week on Thursdays. Send your event information, show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi City Council Recap KCFD Local Coverage Discussion

March 21, 2023 22:21 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MB

We talk about the recent Tehachapi City Council meeting and recap the activity. We highlight TPD Dispatcher Rae Budge who was honored with Dispatcher of the Year by Tehachapi VFW Post 12114, and recognized for her dedication to our community by Congressman McCarthy, Senator Shannon Grove, Assemblyman Fong, Supervisor Scrivner, and Mayor Davies. We also recognized Virginia Sheridan, Bill Lee and Vanessa Villanueva who are local business owners for operating their businesses inthe City of Teha...

Tehachapi Wineries Microbreweries & Charcuterie Boards

March 16, 2023 23:33 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

Tehachapi weekend update time with Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi. We talk about all of the entertainment and food options at our wineries, microbreweries and the science of a charcuterie board. Clare makes custom designed charcuterie boxes for our wineries and microbreweries. She customizes them to enhance the tasting experience of our wines and beers. Send your questions and thoughts to [email protected] www.DiscoverTehachapi.com 

Virginia Sheridan talks about owning businesses in Tehachapi

March 15, 2023 00:12 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MB

Virgina Sheridan and her husband Bill own Kelcy's Restaurant and Sheridan's Boutique on Tehachapi Blvd. Virginia tells us about the journey they have taken as small business owners that employ 17 people in Tehachapi. She talks about the successes and struggles along the way. Send your show questions and thoughts to [email protected]

CalTrans - Truck Climbing Lanes - Clean California Events - and More

March 13, 2023 22:15 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB

Christopher Andriessenfrom CalTrans District 9 in Bishop comes into the TehachaPod studio to talk to us about the Highway 58 Truck Climbing Lanes, Clean California Litter Removal Project Day, CalTrans notification platforms during storms, and a few other topics. Greg, Corey, and Key are joined by Jay Schlosser and we talk about a few upcoming projects along Highway 202 in Tehachapi. Send us your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

TehachaPod's 3rd Anniversary Show

March 13, 2023 20:02 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MB

TehachaPod debuted in March of 2020, we look back over the 3 years of shows, topics, guests and how the sound of the show has changed with time. Greg, Corey, Ashley & Key talk about the importance of finding new ways to communicate with the community and share some of the feedback we have received along the way. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi's Wine & Microbrewery Scene Update March 9

March 09, 2023 23:27 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MB

Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi stops by to tell us what musicians and what food specialties will be featured at each of our Microbreweries and wineries in Tehachapi. More information can also be found at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Meet Vanessa Villanueva a Tehachapi Small Business Owner

March 09, 2023 00:11 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

TehachaPod will be interviewing Tehachapi small business owners in the coming weeks and months, today we get a chance to talk to Vanessa Villanueva, owner operator of Shield Pacific Insurance. Vanessa shares her story and how she has grown through the insurance business starting as an intern and now owning her own business here in Tehachapi. We talk about marketing stratigies and one of her goals is to help her clients get a better understanding of their insurance needs. www.ShieldPacific.co...

Tehachapi City Council Update March Plus a Few Other Topics including the Girl Scouts

March 08, 2023 20:04 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

We get a chance to recap the recent Tehachapi City Council meeting for early March 2023. We talk about agenda items, we explain the how and whys that go into our budget and the audit and results. We talk about a visit from Girl Scout Troop 8014 and the proclamation of Girl Scout Day in Tehachapi and recognizing the hard work put in my the young women in our community. Send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi's Westlane Brewing an inside look with a microbrewer

March 07, 2023 19:04 - 57 minutes - 78.3 MB

Derrick Davis, owner of Westlane Brewing in Tehachapi joins the crew to talk about his journey as a startup microbrewer and where they are 5 years later. Recently celebrating five years in business, Derrick shares what the journey has been like and how Westlane Brewing has evolved into being a leader for music and food in Tehachapi. Derrick shares how they work to be part of the community and how that motivates Westlane Brewing. He even talks about being a brewer and what he has learned alon...

Tehachapi Entertainment Guide at Wineries & Breweries Plus a few extras

March 02, 2023 22:31 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MB

Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has a few tips on what entertainment and food specials will be happenning around Tehachapi. She shares it all for Tehachapi Wineries & Breweries plus details on a few other local happenings. Get more information at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com, send your show thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi Chamber Small Business & Events Update March 2023

February 28, 2023 22:03 - 20 minutes - 28 MB

Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce President Jeanette Pauer stops by TehachaPod to talk about the March small business activities. We get a chance to talk about the upcoming Lunch and Learn, Chamber Luncheon, new local business grand openings, and other community events in March and April in and around Tehachapi. Check out the new Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce website www.Tehachapi.com. Send your questions and thoughts to [email protected]

Tehachapi Storm Preparation

February 23, 2023 18:59 - 32 minutes - 45.7 MB

Will it be a rare weather event? A blizzard or just another snow storm? Regardless, the City of Tehachapi is preparing for a major winter storm event. On this edition of TehachaPod, we discuss the preparation that is underway, tips for your own safety, the City services during winter storms and collaboration with surrounding agencies. Plus, we discuss the best way to get information in real time during transportation closures.  

Wine Beer Entertainment in Tehachapi February 16-20

February 16, 2023 22:46 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MB

Time to check in on the entertainment happening at our Tehachapi Wineries, Breweries and a few other spots around town. Clare Scotti from www.DiscoverTehachapi.com has all the details. Send your thoughts and questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi Wine & Brew Entertainment Update 02-09-23 through 02-15-23

February 09, 2023 22:17 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB

Clare Scotti has all of the latest information on food and entertainment at Tehachapi Wineries & Breweries. If you're looking for something to do this weekend, or for Valentines Day, you need to listen to this episode. She knows who's performing, and who's catering at each of Tehachapi's hot spots. Send your questions, thoughts, ideas and special events to [email protected].

Upcoming City Projects in Tehachapi

February 08, 2023 01:19 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

Jay Schlosser stops by to get us up to date on all of the projects about to take place around the city of Tehachapi. We talk about a water line, road replacement, road repairs, sidewalks, and a new park. Send your show thoughts to [email protected].

Tehachapi's Wine & Beer Scene Plus Valentines Activities

February 01, 2023 19:29 - 16 minutes - 22 MB

Clare Scotti has all of the latest information on food and entertainment at Tehachapi Wineries & Breweries. If you're looking for something to do this weekend, or for Valentines Day, you need to listen to this episode. She knows who's performing, and who's catering at each of Tehachapi's hot spots. Send your questions, thoughts, ideas and special events to [email protected]

Weekend Entertainment Update Tehachapi Breweries & Wineries Jan 26 - Feb 1, 2023

January 27, 2023 21:02 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

Clare Scotti has the latest information on what entertainment and what types of food can be found at Tehachapi Winery & Breweries. Clare also has the details on updated hours for the new year. Send your questions and thoughts to [email protected].

Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Feb 2023 Business & Events Update

January 25, 2023 00:30 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

Jeanette Pauer from the Grear Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce stops by to share all of the latest business happenings and special events that are coming up in February. We get together every month to talk about small business and events that help stimulate our local economy. Send your thoughts, questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi's Winery & Brewery Entertainment Update Jan 19-22

January 19, 2023 23:21 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

Our weekly winery and brewery entertainment and food update with Discover Tehachapi's Clare Scotti. Clare joins us weekly to share all of the latest information on what to find at Tehachapi's wineries and breweries. Follow Discover Tehachapi at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com to find out how to book a personalized tour. Send your show questions and comments to [email protected]

LUV Coming to the BeeKay Theatre in February

January 18, 2023 19:43 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

Dave Faber and Gary Mazzola come into the TehachaPod studio to talk about the new play coming to the BeeKay Theatre in Tehachapi. Gary is the director and talks about the story, the actors and his past experience acting in this play several years ago. Dave is the president of the TCTA and he talks about opportunities to become part of the theatre group both on stage and behind the scenes. Also a note, if the opening and closing to the podcast sound a little different, it's all Tehachapi. Gar...

Tehachapi Winery & Brewery Food & Entertainment Update Jan 12-15 plus Valentines

January 13, 2023 00:52 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MB

Clare Scotti has the latest information on what entertainment and what types of food can be found at Tehachapi Winery & Breweries. Clare also has the details on Valentine's Day Dinner specials that require reservations. Send your questions and thoughts to [email protected].

Tehachapi Entertainment Update-Weekend of January 5th

January 05, 2023 21:24 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MB

Clare Scotti of Discover Tehachapi joins us with a huge list of entertainment options, family happenings and community opportunities this coming weekend and week.

Tehachapi Entertainment For New Years Eve Weekend Winery & Brewery Edition

December 29, 2022 00:01 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MB

Where to go to bring in the New Year? Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has all of the details on musical entertainment and food at our Tehachapi breweries and vineyards. More information can be found at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com. Send your show questions to [email protected]

Tehachapi 2022 The Year In Review

December 27, 2022 15:07 - 1 hour - 83.3 MB

We take a look back at 2022 in Tehachapi. We talk about a variety of things that took place in Tehachapi including events, projects and some of the people we had conversations with over the past year. 2022 was a busy year across the community and we highlight a few of the conversations that took place. Send your show thoughts and ideas to [email protected].

Tehachapi Author Heather Hansen Talks About her Journey to Publishing 4 Books

December 22, 2022 22:53 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

Tehachapi native Heather Hansen stops by the TehachaPod studio to talk about the four books she has written, 2 for kids ages 4-7, and 2 for teenagers. Heather talks about her growing up on an ostrich ranch in Stallion Springs and how her memories of a child on the ranch inspired her to write these books. Heather also shares how she feels she has written the Rogue Wave series of books and believes its what she would have loved to read when was a teen. She has done a tremendous amount of resea...

Entertainment & Food at Tehachapi Wineries & Breweries over Christmas Weekend

December 22, 2022 22:36 - 6 minutes - 9.17 MB

We have all of the latest information of what the Tehachapi Wine & Brew scene will offering over the Christmas weekend. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has talked to all of the wine and brew stops in Tehachapi and will tell you where to go over the holiday. www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for more information on wine tours. Send your questions and comments to [email protected]

Tehachapi Wine & Brew Entertainment Update 12-16-22 through 12-22-22

December 15, 2022 22:01 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi joins Tehachapod and shares all the details on upcoming events in Tehachapi.

Holiday & Home Safety Tips From TPD Sgt. Jason Dunham

December 14, 2022 14:32 - 25 minutes - 35 MB

Sgt. Jason Dunham from the Tehachapi Police Department stops by to share some safety tips, both for holiday shopping and for your home. Jason is a 15 year veteran of the Tehachapi Police Department, he explains how to reduce your vulnerability while out holiday shopping. He explains what the bad guys are looking for and how you can be proactive to increase your own personal safety. He also covers tips to reduce "porch pirates" from getting packages, holiday phone scams, and both home and car...

Entertainment and Food at Tehachapi Wineries Breweries and Some other Special Events

December 09, 2022 00:16 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MB

The weekly Tehachapi entertainment update is full of Christmas related activities to participate in around Tehachapi. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has all of the latest information on what is happening at the breweries, wineries, and other entertainment options you have for the weekend. Visit www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for further information, send your show questions, comments and ideas to [email protected]