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A More Beautiful Bakersfield with Jen Williams Cordova

hello bakersfield - May 03, 2024 15:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Join us as we get to known Jen Williams Cordova, a graphic design artist and muralist. She is working hard to make Bakersfield a more beautiful place through public art work, community work, and through her job at Willis-Williams Design Studio.

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From Kickoff to Kettlebells: A Coversation with Eric Mahanke

hello bakersfield - January 05, 2024 15:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Happy New Year! In this episode, we are joined by Eric Mahanke of Mahanke Sports Performance and fitness to discuss his transition from football to training, resolutions, and all things fitness.

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Design by Dan

hello bakersfield - December 29, 2023 16:59 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Here's a special episode from our vault (circa 2020). Since May 2016, Daniel Cater has been the Principal and Founder of Cater Design Group, a local architectural firm. After he and his wife Monica moved back to his hometown, Dan has been instrumental in redes...

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Through the Lens of Rubi Z: A Story of Vision and Victory

hello bakersfield - December 08, 2023 15:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode of the HelloBakersfield Podcast, we're joined by Rubi Z, a celebrated photographer and entrepreneur whose journey from a photography enthusiast to the owner of Charizma is a story of passion, resilience, and creativity. Rubi shares her inspiring path, shaped by her upbringing in ...

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Designing Futures: The Dave Bantz Odyssey

hello bakersfield - November 17, 2023 16:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Step into 'Designing Futures' to experience the innovative realm of Dave Bantz, a distinguished principal at OFFICEUNTITLED. This episode takes you through his journey to Bakersfield, revealing his unique insights on why this city is ripe for future development. Explore how Dave's human-centered...

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Deliberative Conversations with Dr. Rogers

hello bakersfield - October 26, 2023 16:54 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
This week we speak with Dr. Rhianna C. Rogers, director of RAND’s Center to Advance Racial Equity Policy and is recognized as an international expert on equity-centered, community-based participatory action research. Dr. Rogers speaks with Carla and Jesus about her current work facilitating the ...

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On Our Own

hello bakersfield - October 06, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode, the HelloBakersfield team interviews themselves! Listen in to find out how their lives are changing, what challenges and opportunities they’ve experienced, and what is in store for the future. 

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Sun, Fun, Stay, PLAY! with Emily Hay

hello bakersfield - May 05, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Join us for a conversation with Emily Hay, the owner of the Playful Space. Emily is an artist, educator, and community champion who believes in the power of play and creativity as she has seen the impact made in her life, and that of others. Learn more about her and how to bring more joy into yo...

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Pizza, a Love Affair: A conversation with Thomas Benham

hello bakersfield - April 21, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Born and raised in Bakersfield, Thomas Benham has always loved good food. While attending UC Berkeley, Thomas landed a summer job at Chez Panisse. He started as a wine runner and eventually made his way up the ranks in the kitchen. After five years at Chez Panisse, he traveled east to Glouces...

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A bit of Bakersfield's BUILT history with David Coffey

hello bakersfield - April 07, 2023 16:36 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode, we sit down with David Coffey and discuss Bakersfield's Architectural history and how Bakersfield made his dream of owning a Neutra home come true. David David Coffey is the owner of Richard Neutra’s Davis House (1937) in Bakersfield, CA. He is also the curator/caretaker of the...

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Takes Two to Mango: A conversation with Mao Granada

hello bakersfield - March 21, 2023 23:12 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Mao is the owner of Downtown's new restaurant, Mango Haus, located next to the Best Western Hill House on Truxtun Avenue across from Beale Memorial Library. Listen to Mao's story and how he found himself in Bakersfield's urban core.

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There's Always an Upside with NaTesha "T" Johnson

hello bakersfield - February 25, 2023 23:31 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode, we chat with NeTesha "T" Johnson, Director of Entrepreneurship and Workforce Development for Bakersfield College & Kern College Community District. Join us for an engaging conversation about her life and how she pours into our community.

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B' Real

hello bakersfield - February 25, 2023 21:24 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
The gang is back together! Andrae, Rachel, Carla, and Jesus are back! Find out what they've been up to and what's in store for this season!

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All aboard with Kevin Lively

hello bakersfield - March 04, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
The Hello Bakersfield team is back for a new season and for our first episode we set sail on a journey of wonder and imagination with former Disney Imagineer, creative writer and Bakersfield resident Kevin Lively.

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A Case for Bakersfield by Anna Camp Smith

hello bakersfield - February 18, 2021 18:59 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Anna Camp-Smith is a passionate advocate for Bakersfield, unendingly enthusiastic about its potential. As a columnist for the Bakersfield Californian and the co-owner of Sage Equities, a local commercial real estate firm with focus on Downtown, Anna is helping re-write the narrative of Bakersfie...

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PRIDE at The Center (w/ Anne-Natasha Pinckney)

hello bakersfield - December 10, 2020 18:15 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode, we speak with Anne-Natasha Pinckney, Executive Director of The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity who also teaches The LGBTQ+ Experience in the U.S at CSUB. We discuss the importance of representation and the impact of celebrating diversity.

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It's A Wonderful World with Kaitlyn Yates

hello bakersfield - November 19, 2020 19:34 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode we speak with Kaitlyn Yates, Sr. Manager for the Wonderful Company’s philanthropy team and Downtown Bakersfield local. Katelyn shares about her journey to the bustlin urban core, her amazing work with The Wonderful Company, and why she chooses to call Bakersfield home.

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The Ethics Expert (with Dr. Michael Burroughs)

hello bakersfield - November 05, 2020 19:04 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this episode, HelloBakersfield talks with Dr. Michael Burroughs, Director of the Kegley Institute of Ethics at CSU Bakersfield. Join us for a interesting conversation on ethics and beyond!

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Here's to your mental health! (with Mitchall Patel)

hello bakersfield - October 29, 2020 16:03 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Welcome back for Season 3! In this episode, the hellobakersfield team talks with Mitchall Patel to learn about the services available to our community related to mental health.

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Vote Like Your Democracy Depends On It!

hello bakersfield - October 15, 2020 19:56 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
In this very special episode, hellobakersfield speaks with Aimme Esinoza, Kern County Assistant Auditor-Controller-County Clerk . Join us as we dive into how local elections are held right here in Kern County and what measures our local government is taking to protect citzens voting rights durin...

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Natural Essence with Keandra Sandifer of Knappy Hair

hello bakersfield - September 03, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
This week we speak with local business woman and hairinfluencer, Keandra Sandifer. Keandra shares how she was inspired to start her business and what life is like running a successful online business with celebrity clients. Keandra's Bakersfield-based company, Knappy Hair is helping women redefi...

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Talking To The Manager (with Christian Clegg)

hello bakersfield - September 03, 2020 02:53 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
This week we speak with Bakersfield's new City Manager, Christian Clegg! Clegg shares his passion for community-oriented leadership and his commitment to reinventing local government. He chats with us about his experience engaging external partners to build legislative advocacy programs, managin...

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The Bakersfield Sound: Roll Out the Red Carpet

hello bakersfield - August 27, 2020 15:58 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Hello Bakersfield! Art After Dark is taking over the show for a roundtable discussion and live performances with local music historians and performers for a deep dive into all things Bakersfield Sound. In conjunction with BMoA’s upcoming exhibition The Bakersfield Sound: Roll Out the Red Carpet,...

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Runners Up with Sarah Hendrick

hello bakersfield - August 20, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Sarah Hendrick is the director of Alumni Engagement at CSU Bakersfield. Listen-in as we chat about her experience growing up with a Bako-famous father, how she ended up working with alumni at her alma mater, and her outlook on life in Bakersfield.

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Back to Class with Kelly Damian

hello bakersfield - August 07, 2020 11:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
This week we speak with Kelly Damien who is a long-term resident, teacher and writer. Damien gained notoriety (and a lot of hate mail) when she started writing for Bakersfield Life Magazine. She penned her first essay about her mixed feelings on Bakersfield. Damien wrote that it was a tough plac...

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S.H.I.N.E Bright with Traco Matthews

hello bakersfield - July 30, 2020 19:07 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Traco Matthews is local community leader and social pastor with a passion for bringing people together. Join us as we learn more about him on today's episode!

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In the Kitchen with Richard Yoshimura

hello bakersfield - July 23, 2020 17:43 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Richard Yoshimura began his career at the Patina Restaurant Group as the sous chef of the pastries. In his 5 year stint, he catered the Emmy awards, the Hollywood Bowl, and LACMA. He later became the pastry chef of Cafe Del Rey in Marina Del Rey, the opening chef of MILK in Los Angeles, and most...

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Good Morning Bakersfield! (with Maddie Janssen)

hello bakersfield - July 16, 2020 23:51 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Our guest today is Maddie Janssen, the anchor for the Emmy Award winning 17 News at Sunrise and News at Noon, as well as a reporter and producer. As a reporter and anchor with KGET since 2009, Maddie finds it a privilege to inform the community about the important topics and amazing people of Ke...

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We Be Clubbin' with Zane Smith

hello bakersfield - July 04, 2020 15:45 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Zane Smith is the executive director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County, a position he has held for more than two decades. A transplant to the Bakersfield area, Zane shares his experience moving to Bakersfield and how an artsy college kid found his life’s calling doing whatever it takes ...

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Take A Walk On The Vibrant Side (with Miriam Popp)

hello bakersfield - June 26, 2020 15:04 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratings
Miriam Popp is a Certified Wellness Coach, Youth Mentor, speaker and founder of 'Vibrant Lifestyle Coaching' where she teaches her mind, body, soul approach to stress management via public speaking, 1:1 coaching, group programs, and self-paced digital courses. In 2019, she was honored by her alm...

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