It’s A Long Beach Thing https://acall2action80.podbean.com We bring on business owners, entrepreneurs, business professionals, and anyone in the know of Long Beach California. We discuss our love for the city of Long Beach and the surrounding areas. Topics discussed are business, real estate, food, art, or anything dealing with the great city of Long Beach. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:42:42 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved Business:Entrepreneurship 1440 episodic Follow Coach Paul for tips on taking control of your life acall2action80 acall2action80 No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9612530/0A9542B9-025A-4F21-9C23-B2C3CA6B23FF_vmuv7s.png It’s A Long Beach Thing https://acall2action80.podbean.com 144 144 Interview with Chief Clarity Officer Hector Bordas Interview with Chief Clarity Officer Hector Bordas https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-chief-clarity-officer-hector-bordas/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-chief-clarity-officer-hector-bordas/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:42:42 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f7b99898-a682-37c9-be5e-b46308c63d08 Hector Bordas talks about his style of leadership and his definition of a strong workplace culture. As a Chief Clarity Officer, he shares the tools in his toolbox that help businesses improve their work culture in Long Beach and beyond. His insights offer practical strategies for leaders who want to build stronger teams, better communication, and more positive work environments.

]]> Hector Bordas talks about his style of leadership and his definition of a strong workplace culture. As a Chief Clarity Officer, he shares the tools in his toolbox that help businesses improve their work culture in Long Beach and beyond. His insights offer practical strategies for leaders who want to build stronger teams, better communication, and more positive work environments.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3378 76 full Interview with Jordan High School Head Baseball Coach Phil Berman Interview with Jordan High School Head Baseball Coach Phil Berman https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-jordan-high-school-head-baseball-coach-phil-berman/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-jordan-high-school-head-baseball-coach-phil-berman/#comments Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:54:26 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/f4f7eb14-e68f-3559-9fc9-a75381f86984 Jordan Baseball Head Coach Phil Berman talks about his opportunity to play baseball at Jordan and as result, it gave him an opportunity to play college ball. Now has the head coach, he helps his players live out their goals and passions on and off the field.

]]> Jordan Baseball Head Coach Phil Berman talks about his opportunity to play baseball at Jordan and as result, it gave him an opportunity to play college ball. Now has the head coach, he helps his players live out their goals and passions on and off the field.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3976 75 full Interview with Mortgage Expert Desiree Vavak Interview with Mortgage Expert Desiree Vavak https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-mortgage-expert-desiree-vavak/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-mortgage-expert-desiree-vavak/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:02:36 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/628d297c-2e2a-3260-8276-789b8580e91b Desiree Vavak shares how being taken advantage of through her own personal mortgage loan inspired her lifelong mission to protect and support others. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey to becoming a successful loan officer, helping people who have been turned away elsewhere and finding solutions to secure the loans they need.

]]> Desiree Vavak shares how being taken advantage of through her own personal mortgage loan inspired her lifelong mission to protect and support others. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey to becoming a successful loan officer, helping people who have been turned away elsewhere and finding solutions to secure the loans they need.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3455 74 full Interview with Board President of Long Beach City College Uduak-Joe Ntuk Interview with Board President of Long Beach City College Uduak-Joe Ntuk https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-board-president-of-long-beach-city-college-uduak-joe-ntuk/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-board-president-of-long-beach-city-college-uduak-joe-ntuk/#comments Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:47:57 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/08caf8c6-7913-3ef4-8730-3de7bdf2cec6 Uduak shares his story of being a young dad at Long Beach City College, while maintaining the highest GPA on the football team and working 2 jobs to provide for his family. He was also the 17th California State Oil and Gas Supervisor. But more than all that, Uduak has a sense of service since a very young age and has always given back to his community in North Long Beach. 

]]> Uduak shares his story of being a young dad at Long Beach City College, while maintaining the highest GPA on the football team and working 2 jobs to provide for his family. He was also the 17th California State Oil and Gas Supervisor. But more than all that, Uduak has a sense of service since a very young age and has always given back to his community in North Long Beach. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3225 73 full Interview with Long Beach Financial Advisor Brain Watson Interview with Long Beach Financial Advisor Brain Watson https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-financial-advisor-brain-watson/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-financial-advisor-brain-watson/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:49:21 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/3f1e02ea-5c96-3fff-ace0-859a8ec6627b Brian talks about going from Pre Med, to a 5 Star Chief, and ending up as a highly successful Financial Advisor. Learn about Brain's unique journey and his passion on helping his community find financial independence.  

]]> Brian talks about going from Pre Med, to a 5 Star Chief, and ending up as a highly successful Financial Advisor. Learn about Brain's unique journey and his passion on helping his community find financial independence.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 3647 72 full Former Owner of the Gondola Getaway and Author of The American Gondolier, David Black Former Owner of the Gondola Getaway and Author of The American Gondolier, David Black https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/former-owner-of-the-gondola-getaway-and-author-of-the-american-gondolier-david-black/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/former-owner-of-the-gondola-getaway-and-author-of-the-american-gondolier-david-black/#comments Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:41:38 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/1f7a0f9d-591c-33e8-9205-922b64105b7f David Black is a local Long Beach Entrepreneur, who was a partner of the famous Gondola Getaway that goes through the canals of Naples. He talks about his new book The American Gondolier, where he wrote about all the exciting stories on making his dream a reality.

]]> David Black is a local Long Beach Entrepreneur, who was a partner of the famous Gondola Getaway that goes through the canals of Naples. He talks about his new book The American Gondolier, where he wrote about all the exciting stories on making his dream a reality.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2688 71 full Interview with St John Bosco Lacrosse Head Coach Nes Gadol Interview with St John Bosco Lacrosse Head Coach Nes Gadol https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-st-john-bosco-lacrosse-head-coach-nes-gadol/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-st-john-bosco-lacrosse-head-coach-nes-gadol/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:51:27 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/15155628-a960-3a42-8564-dd6dfc6a088d Coach Nes is on mission to make the sport of lacrosse accessible for all kids in Long Beach and in the surrounding area.  His passion for the sport shines bright in the interview.

]]> Coach Nes is on mission to make the sport of lacrosse accessible for all kids in Long Beach and in the surrounding area.  His passion for the sport shines bright in the interview.

]]> acall2action80 false No 4303 70 full Interview with Police Chief of Long Beach Wally Hebeish Interview with Police Chief of Long Beach Wally Hebeish https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-police-chief-of-long-beach-wally-hebeish/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-police-chief-of-long-beach-wally-hebeish/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:20:58 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/63f05003-39cf-3080-bacc-ef5a07fb7eb5 Long Beach Police Chief Wally Hebeish shares his remarkable journey to becoming Chief and offers a candid look at the city’s current crime landscape. He breaks down the challenges, the progress, and how the police department and community are working together to keep Long Beach safe.

]]> Long Beach Police Chief Wally Hebeish shares his remarkable journey to becoming Chief and offers a candid look at the city’s current crime landscape. He breaks down the challenges, the progress, and how the police department and community are working together to keep Long Beach safe.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2370 69 full Interview with Long Beach City Council District 9 Candidate Sequoia Neff Interview with Long Beach City Council District 9 Candidate Sequoia Neff https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-city-council-district-9-candidate-sequoia-neff/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-city-council-district-9-candidate-sequoia-neff/#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:28:36 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/23434909-e0b2-3b88-848f-400a61701af1 Sequoia Neff talks about growing up in the District 9 of Long Beach and all the fond memories in the neighborhood. After establishing herself as a successful real estate broker, she has moved back into the area. She has identified things she wants to change and improve, so she has decided to run for Long Beach City Council of District 9.

]]> Sequoia Neff talks about growing up in the District 9 of Long Beach and all the fond memories in the neighborhood. After establishing herself as a successful real estate broker, she has moved back into the area. She has identified things she wants to change and improve, so she has decided to run for Long Beach City Council of District 9.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2680 68 full Interview with Real Estate Professional Greg Ernst Interview with Real Estate Professional Greg Ernst https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-real-estate-professional-greg-ernst/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-real-estate-professional-greg-ernst/#comments Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:55:58 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/9229f809-f76f-3563-8c22-c45406a0aed0 Real Estate expert Greg Ernst gives us the insight of Long Beach real estate. He also talks about his first memory of going to Long Beach as a very young boy seeing the Queen Mary and growing up near Heartwell Park. 

]]> Real Estate expert Greg Ernst gives us the insight of Long Beach real estate. He also talks about his first memory of going to Long Beach as a very young boy seeing the Queen Mary and growing up near Heartwell Park. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3445 67 full Interview with Long Beach Stand Out Athlete and Long Beach City College Professor Rick Anderson Interview with Long Beach Stand Out Athlete and Long Beach City College Professor Rick Anderson https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-stand-out-athlete-and-long-beach-city-college-professor-rick-anderson/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-stand-out-athlete-and-long-beach-city-college-professor-rick-anderson/#comments Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:34:54 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f9589d7c-5da1-3818-b4f7-de4d7775e44e Rick Anderson talks about his athletic journey through Long Beach and his time playing at the University of Arizona. Rick explains about the practice of Yoga and how it was a key source to handling the pressures of being an elite athlete. As a result, he has built a career teaching Yoga at Long Beach City College. 

]]> Rick Anderson talks about his athletic journey through Long Beach and his time playing at the University of Arizona. Rick explains about the practice of Yoga and how it was a key source to handling the pressures of being an elite athlete. As a result, he has built a career teaching Yoga at Long Beach City College. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3501 66 full Interview with Eli from the 562. Interview with Eli from the 562. https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-eli-from-the-562/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-eli-from-the-562/#comments Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:39:16 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/b744c1a3-79c1-3394-8d56-bf8006b09060 Eli from the 562 breaks down the long beach high school football programs, woman's flag football, girl's volleyball, and men's water polo. Learn everything you need to know about the Long Beach high school fall sports.

]]> Eli from the 562 breaks down the long beach high school football programs, woman's flag football, girl's volleyball, and men's water polo. Learn everything you need to know about the Long Beach high school fall sports.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3682 65 full Interview with Former Long Beach State Golfer Tyler Schafer Interview with Former Long Beach State Golfer Tyler Schafer https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-long-beach-state-golfer-tyler-schafer/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-long-beach-state-golfer-tyler-schafer/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:56:20 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/28aba85c-b69c-3cc6-bc73-e3163c441266 Tyler Schafer talks about the mindset it takes to play division 1 college sports. His perspective is extremely refreshing in this competitive world. He also talks about his goals going forward as a professional golfer. 

]]> Tyler Schafer talks about the mindset it takes to play division 1 college sports. His perspective is extremely refreshing in this competitive world. He also talks about his goals going forward as a professional golfer. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2860 64 full Interview with the Founders of the Long Beach Football Club Sebastian De Smedt and Willie Alexander Interview with the Founders of the Long Beach Football Club Sebastian De Smedt and Willie Alexander https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-founders-of-the-long-beach-football-club-sebastian-de-smedt-and-willie-alexander/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-founders-of-the-long-beach-football-club-sebastian-de-smedt-and-willie-alexander/#comments Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:31:30 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/28bb5555-3414-3a9e-a715-5b2c7dca2844 Sebastian and Willie talk about all it took to bring a professional football club (soccer) to the city of Long Beach. They big plans to build a stadium and hire local talent to make the club grow in the city they love.

]]> Sebastian and Willie talk about all it took to bring a professional football club (soccer) to the city of Long Beach. They big plans to build a stadium and hire local talent to make the club grow in the city they love.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3253 63 full Interview with the President of the Long Beach Symphony Kelly Ruggirello Interview with the President of the Long Beach Symphony Kelly Ruggirello https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-president-of-the-long-beach-symphony-kelly-ruggirello/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-president-of-the-long-beach-symphony-kelly-ruggirello/#comments Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:24:26 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/0d82d00a-c91d-31f9-99e2-ee2d10f482b7 Kelly Ruggirello talks about her journey getting to become the President of the Long Beach Symphony. She is very excited about all the upcoming future of the Long Beach Symphony. Kelly is also the President of the Long Rotary Club and explains all the great things ahead for the club.

]]> Kelly Ruggirello talks about her journey getting to become the President of the Long Beach Symphony. She is very excited about all the upcoming future of the Long Beach Symphony. Kelly is also the President of the Long Rotary Club and explains all the great things ahead for the club.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3261 62 full Interview with Lacrosse Enthusiast Danny Katene Marindin Interview with Lacrosse Enthusiast Danny Katene Marindin https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-lacrosse-enthusiast-danny-katene-marindin/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-lacrosse-enthusiast-danny-katene-marindin/#comments Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:39:19 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/9e00a878-858f-3846-97bf-6c99d881d127 Danny Katene Marindin has an extreme love for the sport of lacrosse. He has dedicated his time to grow the sport in the city of Long Beach. His goal is to make lacrosse one of the top youth sports in the community.

]]> Danny Katene Marindin has an extreme love for the sport of lacrosse. He has dedicated his time to grow the sport in the city of Long Beach. His goal is to make lacrosse one of the top youth sports in the community.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3336 61 full Interview with Long Beach Fitness Expert Casey Kammel Interview with Long Beach Fitness Expert Casey Kammel https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-fitness-expert-casey-kammel/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-fitness-expert-casey-kammel/#comments Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:13:26 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/12f12e16-ab22-346b-8559-d0623d2ef4ca Casey Kammel talks about his very inspiring story of breaking his neck and being told he would never be able to walk again to competing in triathlons. Now he his a motivational speaker and has owned gyms in the Long Beach area for several years.  

]]> Casey Kammel talks about his very inspiring story of breaking his neck and being told he would never be able to walk again to competing in triathlons. Now he his a motivational speaker and has owned gyms in the Long Beach area for several years.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 4066 60 full Interview with Head Coach of the Long Beach State Dirtbags TJ Bruce Interview with Head Coach of the Long Beach State Dirtbags TJ Bruce https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-head-coach-of-the-long-beach-state-dirtbags-tj-bruce/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-head-coach-of-the-long-beach-state-dirtbags-tj-bruce/#comments Tue, 27 May 2025 08:27:03 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/e2c36ba0-4333-360e-bf07-44c201b2dfa8 Head coach of the Long Beach State Baseball Team the Dirtbags TJ Bruce, talks about his journey from playing with the team in the mid 2000's to becoming the head coach. TJ talks about his old school style coaching and his vision for the Dirtbags going forward in the future.

]]> Head coach of the Long Beach State Baseball Team the Dirtbags TJ Bruce, talks about his journey from playing with the team in the mid 2000's to becoming the head coach. TJ talks about his old school style coaching and his vision for the Dirtbags going forward in the future.

]]> acall2action80 false No 4166 59 full Interview with Long Beach Real Estate Expert Jerusha Day Interview with Long Beach Real Estate Expert Jerusha Day https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-real-estate-expert-jerusha-day/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-real-estate-expert-jerusha-day/#comments Mon, 19 May 2025 09:56:51 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/aff5505a-a1a5-36d8-89a2-b915f530f70e Jerusha Day talks about her journey, finding her way to the great city of Long Beach! From working at Universal Studios to Kodak and finding her passion in real estate! Please tune in to her remarkable journey.

]]> Jerusha Day talks about her journey, finding her way to the great city of Long Beach! From working at Universal Studios to Kodak and finding her passion in real estate! Please tune in to her remarkable journey.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2348 58 full Interview with Owner of the World Famous VIP Records Kelvin Anderson SR Interview with Owner of the World Famous VIP Records Kelvin Anderson SR https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-owner-of-the-world-famous-vip-records-kelvin-anderson-sr/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-owner-of-the-world-famous-vip-records-kelvin-anderson-sr/#comments Tue, 06 May 2025 08:09:24 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/06abc717-b27c-3dc1-94fd-0fbfbcfe148a Owner of the World Famous VIP Records Kelvin Anderson SR. Talks about creating a positive culture for the Long Beach Community and for local hip hop artist to thrive. He has worked with many hip hop artist such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Nate Dogg and so many more.

]]> Owner of the World Famous VIP Records Kelvin Anderson SR. Talks about creating a positive culture for the Long Beach Community and for local hip hop artist to thrive. He has worked with many hip hop artist such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Nate Dogg and so many more.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3176 57 full Interview with Long Beach Educator and Musician Jim Stutz Interview with Long Beach Educator and Musician Jim Stutz https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-educator-and-musician-jim-stutz/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-educator-and-musician-jim-stutz/#comments Sat, 12 Apr 2025 12:59:10 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f085c8d0-9a05-375c-a888-aee636d36aa1 Jim talks about his journey as an educator starting in the mid 90's in the city of Long Beach. He expresses his opinion on the evolution of the education system and what needs to change to improve it. He also expresses his joy of being a singer songwriter playing at venues all over Long Beach.

]]> Jim talks about his journey as an educator starting in the mid 90's in the city of Long Beach. He expresses his opinion on the evolution of the education system and what needs to change to improve it. He also expresses his joy of being a singer songwriter playing at venues all over Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3258 56 full Interview with Long Beach Business Owner Jordan Barile Interview with Long Beach Business Owner Jordan Barile https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-jordan-barile/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-jordan-barile/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:35:35 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/a3f1084b-41e4-373e-b4c1-7c9902ad4d29 As a young boy Jordan was diagnosed with ADHD. School was extremely hard for him and he was lost. However, due to the love of his parents, he was able to get through high school and now he is thriving! He owns and operates Primo Plumbing, an elite family run plumbing service in the area.

]]> As a young boy Jordan was diagnosed with ADHD. School was extremely hard for him and he was lost. However, due to the love of his parents, he was able to get through high school and now he is thriving! He owns and operates Primo Plumbing, an elite family run plumbing service in the area.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3880 55 full Interview with Athletic Director of Long Beach State Bobby Smitheran Interview with Athletic Director of Long Beach State Bobby Smitheran https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-athletic-director-of-long-beach-state-bobby-smitheran/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-athletic-director-of-long-beach-state-bobby-smitheran/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:08:47 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/82b52378-58b5-3625-8fc2-5eb87063a76e Bobby talks about his professional journey taking him all over California and ending up at his dream job at Long Beach State. He also talks about the state of the athletic program and how they will be tackling the new world of NIL. 

]]> Bobby talks about his professional journey taking him all over California and ending up at his dream job at Long Beach State. He also talks about the state of the athletic program and how they will be tackling the new world of NIL. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2823 54 full Interview with Long Beach Probate Broker Paige Charnick Interview with Long Beach Probate Broker Paige Charnick https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-probate-broker-paige-charnick/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-probate-broker-paige-charnick/#comments Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:56:30 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/5b2aaa82-b17c-3b07-954e-fb743cbd1741 Paige talks about her journey from growing up in Long Beach, moving away to LA to attend USC, and finding her way back to continue the Long Beach family real estate business. She also talks about Long Beach real estate,  strategies to buy and sell in a high rate and high demand market. 

]]> Paige talks about her journey from growing up in Long Beach, moving away to LA to attend USC, and finding her way back to continue the Long Beach family real estate business. She also talks about Long Beach real estate,  strategies to buy and sell in a high rate and high demand market. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3948 53 full Interview with Long Beach Entrepreneur Conor Weir Interview with Long Beach Entrepreneur Conor Weir https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-entrepreneur-conor-weir/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-entrepreneur-conor-weir/#comments Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:42:01 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/1bc75a21-a22e-30c6-adab-4827cc69edb3 Conor Weir talks about his journey from Minnesota, to Oxford University in England and then ending up in warm sunny Long Beach CA.  He talks about building a financial company with his wife in the LB area. Conor also talks about giving back to the Cambodia community of Long Beach. He takes pride in the Long Beach Rotary, helping youth camp groups for high school kids to help them learn great life skills. Please listen in to this amazing interview.  

]]> Conor Weir talks about his journey from Minnesota, to Oxford University in England and then ending up in warm sunny Long Beach CA.  He talks about building a financial company with his wife in the LB area. Conor also talks about giving back to the Cambodia community of Long Beach. He takes pride in the Long Beach Rotary, helping youth camp groups for high school kids to help them learn great life skills. Please listen in to this amazing interview.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 3238 52 full Interview with Long Beach City College President Dr Mike Munoz Interview with Long Beach City College President Dr Mike Munoz https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-city-college-president-dr-mike-munoz/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-city-college-president-dr-mike-munoz/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:56:05 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/8c69252f-6c36-3fd4-b620-522977bd41b2 Dr. Mike Munoz talks about his early struggles as a young father balancing multiple jobs, education, and fatherhood. He also talks about his amazing journey from humble begins all the way to running Long Beach City College.  It's an inspirational story not to be missed.

]]> Dr. Mike Munoz talks about his early struggles as a young father balancing multiple jobs, education, and fatherhood. He also talks about his amazing journey from humble begins all the way to running Long Beach City College.  It's an inspirational story not to be missed.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3348 51 full Interview with Parkeast Fitness Owner Trey Blaubach Interview with Parkeast Fitness Owner Trey Blaubach https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-parkeast-fitness-owner-trey-blaubach/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-parkeast-fitness-owner-trey-blaubach/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:10:56 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/aafd901a-5921-3946-b6b8-8c0af02c58c7 Trey talks about coming from a small town in Wisconsin to where he is supposed to be in the city of Long Beach. He also discusses the important of fitness and eating a good diet can really improve a person's life style. Lastly he speaks about his journey as a business owner in Long Beach.  

]]> Trey talks about coming from a small town in Wisconsin to where he is supposed to be in the city of Long Beach. He also discusses the important of fitness and eating a good diet can really improve a person's life style. Lastly he speaks about his journey as a business owner in Long Beach.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 2446 50 full Interview with Long Beach Real Estate Investor and Realtor Juan Huizar Interview with Long Beach Real Estate Investor and Realtor Juan Huizar https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-real-estate-investor-and-realtor-juan-huizar/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-real-estate-investor-and-realtor-juan-huizar/#comments Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:25:39 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/d67aaabd-a5b7-39fe-a2dd-f5207efa07ec Juan went from not knowing any English to becoming one of the biggest go to Long Beach real estate experts in all of the city. He is truly living the American dream. 

]]> Juan went from not knowing any English to becoming one of the biggest go to Long Beach real estate experts in all of the city. He is truly living the American dream. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3576 49 full Interview with Black Belt and Business Owner Angel Figueroa Interview with Black Belt and Business Owner Angel Figueroa https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-black-belt-and-business-owner-angel-figueroa/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-black-belt-and-business-owner-angel-figueroa/#comments Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:58:09 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/33f8a17d-8db6-3283-9a90-6a6c5db45fa5 Angel talks about opening a karate studio for students that would not be allowed at a traditional studio in the city of Long Beach. His patience and love for his students shows through out the interview.

]]> Angel talks about opening a karate studio for students that would not be allowed at a traditional studio in the city of Long Beach. His patience and love for his students shows through out the interview.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3330 48 full Interview with Executive Director of Long Beach Blast Jon Mesko Interview with Executive Director of Long Beach Blast Jon Mesko https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-executive-director-of-long-beach-blast-jon-mesko/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-executive-director-of-long-beach-blast-jon-mesko/#comments Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:55:22 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/47be2cef-10f5-3489-893a-6bdfcdbf54a2 Jon talks about his amazing journey from Michigan to California. From playing pro volleyball to owning several Rock & Brews restaurants, there's nothing he can't accomplish. Now he's working on his greatest project, giving the Long Beach youth the attention they deserve. 

]]> Jon talks about his amazing journey from Michigan to California. From playing pro volleyball to owning several Rock & Brews restaurants, there's nothing he can't accomplish. Now he's working on his greatest project, giving the Long Beach youth the attention they deserve. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2587 47 full Interview with Former President of the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Randy Gordon Interview with Former President of the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Randy Gordon https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-president-of-the-long-beach-chamber-of-commerce-randy-gordon/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-president-of-the-long-beach-chamber-of-commerce-randy-gordon/#comments Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:37:30 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/66fb88fc-f2d2-3af1-bfa5-8afe5943dc44 Randy talks about his start in California, being laid off from Montgomery Ward all the way to being the President and CEO of the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce. Due his great work in the community, Randy as now cemented himself has the voice of Long Beach.

]]> Randy talks about his start in California, being laid off from Montgomery Ward all the way to being the President and CEO of the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce. Due his great work in the community, Randy as now cemented himself has the voice of Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2397 46 full Interview with CEO of the Long Beach City College Foundation Paul Kaminski Interview with CEO of the Long Beach City College Foundation Paul Kaminski https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-ceo-of-the-long-beach-city-college-foundation-paul-kaminski/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-ceo-of-the-long-beach-city-college-foundation-paul-kaminski/#comments Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:31:53 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/323af2f4-7a15-36fa-8242-30f92ccebe67 Paul talks about his rich history of Long Beach from going to St Joseph Elementary School to becoming the CEO of the Long Beach City College Foundation. His hard work from when he was kid to where is today has paid off and as result the community of Long Beach is benefiting. 

]]> Paul talks about his rich history of Long Beach from going to St Joseph Elementary School to becoming the CEO of the Long Beach City College Foundation. His hard work from when he was kid to where is today has paid off and as result the community of Long Beach is benefiting. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3206 45 full Interview with the Owner of Watch Me Sports Bar, the very first women focused sports bar in California, Jax Interview with the Owner of Watch Me Sports Bar, the very first women focused sports bar in California, Jax https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-owner-of-watch-me-sports-bar-the-very-first-women-focused-sports-bar-in-california-jax/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-owner-of-watch-me-sports-bar-the-very-first-women-focused-sports-bar-in-california-jax/#comments Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:38:06 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/22574334-82bb-3569-af43-1e5ab0c7afb6 Jax talks about her passion for women sports. She wanted to create a place where women's sports were the focal point. They're thousands of men sports bars all over the nation, it's time for the women to have a place their own.

]]> Jax talks about her passion for women sports. She wanted to create a place where women's sports were the focal point. They're thousands of men sports bars all over the nation, it's time for the women to have a place their own.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2595 44 full Interview with Hospitality Coach Zana Devine Interview with Hospitality Coach Zana Devine https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-hospitality-coach-zana-devine/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-hospitality-coach-zana-devine/#comments Mon, 26 Aug 2024 09:40:30 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/b98523ab-700a-365f-8729-1ab8b2327093 Zana talks about living the American Dream from Germany to Long Beach. She also talks about ways for Long Beach Restaurants to stay profitable in a slow economy.  

]]> Zana talks about living the American Dream from Germany to Long Beach. She also talks about ways for Long Beach Restaurants to stay profitable in a slow economy.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 3559 43 full Interview with Long Beach Community Foundation CEO Marcelle Hope Epley Interview with Long Beach Community Foundation CEO Marcelle Hope Epley https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-president-and-ceo-of-the-long-beach-community-foundation/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-president-and-ceo-of-the-long-beach-community-foundation/#comments Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:08:15 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/bb98322b-2eac-3246-9fed-82e6bfde9e53 Marcelle talks about her amazing journey from humble beginnings to becoming a CEO at very young age. Along the way she has found her voice, now she is on a mission to advocate for women in the business world for greater opportunities in all aspects of life!

]]> Marcelle talks about her amazing journey from humble beginnings to becoming a CEO at very young age. Along the way she has found her voice, now she is on a mission to advocate for women in the business world for greater opportunities in all aspects of life!

]]> acall2action80 false No 3826 42 full Interview with Local Long Beach Musician Arturo Garcia Interview with Local Long Beach Musician Arturo Garcia https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-local-long-beach-musician-arturo-garcia/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-local-long-beach-musician-arturo-garcia/#comments Mon, 29 Jul 2024 16:37:33 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/d04c66b2-7da0-318c-ba74-930de06d03d7 Arturo talks about his love for Long Beach ever since he went to high school at St Anthony. He also talks about his love of music since he was 10 years old. The passion of the art of music moves him in ways only Arturo can explain.

]]> Arturo talks about his love for Long Beach ever since he went to high school at St Anthony. He also talks about his love of music since he was 10 years old. The passion of the art of music moves him in ways only Arturo can explain.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3120 41 full Interview with Video Marketer and Entrepreneur Brandon West Interview with Video Marketer and Entrepreneur Brandon West https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-video-marketer-and-entrepreneur-brandon-west/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-video-marketer-and-entrepreneur-brandon-west/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2024 18:35:32 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/5aa46d67-a697-3777-b047-ec01ecd2aa16 Brandon West talks about his humble begins in Oklahoma all the way to Naples Long Beach. He has since open a podcast studio in Signal Hill and ready to help business owners level up in marketing.

]]> Brandon West talks about his humble begins in Oklahoma all the way to Naples Long Beach. He has since open a podcast studio in Signal Hill and ready to help business owners level up in marketing.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3112 40 full Interview with Council Member of the 3rd District Kristina Duggan Interview with Council Member of the 3rd District Kristina Duggan https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-council-member-of-the-3rd-district-kristina-duggan/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-council-member-of-the-3rd-district-kristina-duggan/#comments Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:21:27 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/2e29fa02-f2f2-31e8-9bee-673ebfe3c1aa Council Member of the 3rd District Kristina Duggan gives us an update on what is currently going on in the 3rd District of Long Beach. She talks about the Colorado Lagoon Project, the issue of homelessness, Concerts in the Park, bringing back Movies on the Beach, PCH Building Project, Belmont Shore business, Zaferia business, and so much more.

]]> Council Member of the 3rd District Kristina Duggan gives us an update on what is currently going on in the 3rd District of Long Beach. She talks about the Colorado Lagoon Project, the issue of homelessness, Concerts in the Park, bringing back Movies on the Beach, PCH Building Project, Belmont Shore business, Zaferia business, and so much more.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3061 39 full Interview with Poly and Notre Dame Wide Receiver Reggie Ward Interview with Poly and Notre Dame Wide Receiver Reggie Ward https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-poly-and-notre-dame-wide-receiver-reggie-ward/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-poly-and-notre-dame-wide-receiver-reggie-ward/#comments Tue, 28 May 2024 10:59:50 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/d6895166-09fa-3203-b481-f5ea3cc2ae0d Reggie Ward talks about the principles that his mother instilled in him as a young boy. These are the principles he used to excel on and off the football field. Today as a speaker, coach, and author he shares these principles on a bigger stage.  

]]> Reggie Ward talks about the principles that his mother instilled in him as a young boy. These are the principles he used to excel on and off the football field. Today as a speaker, coach, and author he shares these principles on a bigger stage.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 2786 38 full Interview with Long Beach Christian Fellowship Pastor Danny Cortez Interview with Long Beach Christian Fellowship Pastor Danny Cortez https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-christian-fellowship-pastor-danny-cortez/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-christian-fellowship-pastor-danny-cortez/#comments Thu, 16 May 2024 08:42:23 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/9e3de3e2-8de7-3abd-87f0-116671f6a848 Danny shares his devotion for the Christian Church while early on having an internal struggle on the church’s stance on the LBGTQ community. With his own research and love, he has come to the conclusion that everyone should be welcomed into the church with love and open arms.

]]> Danny shares his devotion for the Christian Church while early on having an internal struggle on the church’s stance on the LBGTQ community. With his own research and love, he has come to the conclusion that everyone should be welcomed into the church with love and open arms.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2055 37 full Interview with the owner of LB 908 John Grossi Interview with the owner of LB 908 John Grossi https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-owner-of-lb-908-john-grossi/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-owner-of-lb-908-john-grossi/#comments Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:16:06 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/a93cf8e6-d981-366c-9fae-a1021182b861 John Grossi talks about starting a Long Beach magazine during a time where print media was falling off a cliff. Learn about his inspiring story and his great love for the city of Long Beach. 

]]> John Grossi talks about starting a Long Beach magazine during a time where print media was falling off a cliff. Learn about his inspiring story and his great love for the city of Long Beach. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3004 36 full Interview with Mayor Rex Richardson Interview with Mayor Rex Richardson https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-mayor-rex-richardson/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-mayor-rex-richardson/#comments Thu, 11 Apr 2024 13:58:28 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/fbecb5be-14e4-3e9e-b738-9d0e57a388e2 Mayor Rex Richardson shares his journey bouncing around from State to State as a boy, ending up in the city of Long Beach. He also shares his long term vision for the great city of Long Beach.

]]> Mayor Rex Richardson shares his journey bouncing around from State to State as a boy, ending up in the city of Long Beach. He also shares his long term vision for the great city of Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2016 35 full Interview with Dr Christine Petit Interview with Dr Christine Petit https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-dr-christine-petit/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-dr-christine-petit/#comments Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:06:56 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f58fcf10-62be-3916-bf6a-a90de7d82b42 We interviewed leadership coach and organization consultant Dr. Christine Petit. She talks about her how her life experiences and background organizing for workers' rights and living wages led her to where she is today.

]]> We interviewed leadership coach and organization consultant Dr. Christine Petit. She talks about her how her life experiences and background organizing for workers' rights and living wages led her to where she is today.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3192 34 full Interview with Long Beach Street Artist Andrea James Interview with Long Beach Street Artist Andrea James https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-street-artist-andrea-james/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-street-artist-andrea-james/#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:47:06 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f2397716-dae0-3e51-ac3c-411fdc1b965f Local Long Beach Artist Andrea James talks about her journey of being someone who thought there was no way of making a living being an artist to someone who has a team painting murals in the city of Long Beach.

]]> Local Long Beach Artist Andrea James talks about her journey of being someone who thought there was no way of making a living being an artist to someone who has a team painting murals in the city of Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2814 33 full Interview with Director of Donor Relations at the Long Beach Symphony John Cross Interview with Director of Donor Relations at the Long Beach Symphony John Cross https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-director-of-donor-relations-at-the-long-beach-symphony-john-cross/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-director-of-donor-relations-at-the-long-beach-symphony-john-cross/#comments Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:39:07 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/af92d4c1-8d86-38fa-b7fd-636fdb7d3460 John Cross goes over his journey of growing up in Ohio and moving to sunny Long Beach California. He talks about knowing earlier on that Long Beach would be his home. While living in Long Beach, he was able to land his dream job with the Long Beach Symphony.  

]]> John Cross goes over his journey of growing up in Ohio and moving to sunny Long Beach California. He talks about knowing earlier on that Long Beach would be his home. While living in Long Beach, he was able to land his dream job with the Long Beach Symphony.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 3286 32 full Interview with Long Beach Transformational Coach Lisa Andria Interview with Long Beach Transformational Coach Lisa Andria https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-transformational-coach-lisa-andria/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-transformational-coach-lisa-andria/#comments Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:57:38 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/b2e0d8ec-bb78-32cf-8511-f1b0323197e1 Lisa takes us through her journey of humble begins as a very unsure young girl in Connecticut. Now as a confident woman in Long Beach, she wants to help other women with their struggles so they can bypass the problems she faced from her past. 

]]> Lisa takes us through her journey of humble begins as a very unsure young girl in Connecticut. Now as a confident woman in Long Beach, she wants to help other women with their struggles so they can bypass the problems she faced from her past. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2676 31 full Interview with Real Estate Expert and Bartender at Shannon’s on Pine Lydia Richard Interview with Real Estate Expert and Bartender at Shannon’s on Pine Lydia Richard https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-real-estate-expert-and-bartender-at-shannon-s-on-pine-lydia-richard/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-real-estate-expert-and-bartender-at-shannon-s-on-pine-lydia-richard/#comments Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:45:29 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/04c39d6a-292f-3bd4-a087-22135f82c51c Lydia talks about her courages journey from moving from Maine to Long Beach at 18 years old. She also talks about being a mom and balancing all her careers. Her story is truly remarkable.

]]> Lydia talks about her courages journey from moving from Maine to Long Beach at 18 years old. She also talks about being a mom and balancing all her careers. Her story is truly remarkable.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2795 30 full Interview with Long Beach Business Owner and Multiple Property Owner Sumer Temple Interview with Long Beach Business Owner and Multiple Property Owner Sumer Temple https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-and-multiple-property-owner-sumer-temple/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-and-multiple-property-owner-sumer-temple/#comments Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:48:46 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/c96776d1-6730-35a3-988a-2cebbb3fb2c5 Sumer Temple talks about her dad's business legacy (Don Temple) in the city of Long Beach. She expresses her love for the city and what her business is doing currently to improve Long Beach.

]]> Sumer Temple talks about her dad's business legacy (Don Temple) in the city of Long Beach. She expresses her love for the city and what her business is doing currently to improve Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2692 29 full Interview with entrepreneur and performance artist Kelly Pfleider Interview with entrepreneur and performance artist Kelly Pfleider https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-entrepreneur-and-performance-artist-kelly-pfeider/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-entrepreneur-and-performance-artist-kelly-pfeider/#comments Thu, 06 Jul 2023 13:21:13 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/ff2b8cc0-27dc-38e9-8bca-e35f0d5ac2d8 Performance artist Kelly Pfleider talks about her performing company putting on performances for companies and organizations tackling subjects such as work place harassment, sexual harassment, gaslighting, and so much more. The company deals with the matters in a serious way but gives an entertaining flare.

]]> Performance artist Kelly Pfleider talks about her performing company putting on performances for companies and organizations tackling subjects such as work place harassment, sexual harassment, gaslighting, and so much more. The company deals with the matters in a serious way but gives an entertaining flare.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2987 28 full Interview the Founder of the 562.org JJ Fiddler Interview the Founder of the 562.org JJ Fiddler https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-the-founder-of-the-562org-jj-fiddler/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-the-founder-of-the-562org-jj-fiddler/#comments Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:55:32 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/557abdfb-0979-37dc-b232-f1a74045ae04 Founder of the 562 .org JJ Fiddler talks about his passion covering Long Beach athletics and how journalism has evolved through technology.

]]> Founder of the 562 .org JJ Fiddler talks about his passion covering Long Beach athletics and how journalism has evolved through technology.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2848 27 full An Interview with Long Beach Business Owner Arion Rushing An Interview with Long Beach Business Owner Arion Rushing https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/an-interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-arion-rushing/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/an-interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-arion-rushing/#comments Mon, 08 May 2023 12:14:34 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/18709adf-2729-376d-abc8-0e2231195487 Arion talks about only having $31 to his name to having a thriving business in the Bixby Knoll area of Long Beach.

]]> Arion talks about only having $31 to his name to having a thriving business in the Bixby Knoll area of Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2817 26 full Interview with Long Beach entrepreneur and educator Sheila Akbar Interview with Long Beach entrepreneur and educator Sheila Akbar https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-entrepreneur-and-educator-sheila-akbar/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-entrepreneur-and-educator-sheila-akbar/#comments Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:17:12 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/bcc74ff9-6566-347f-ae79-653efa6a0ab4 Sheila talks about journey through going to Harvard and her life lessons learned about being away from home for the first time. She also talks about her education business and the future of education in the classroom for kids and so much more.

]]> Sheila talks about journey through going to Harvard and her life lessons learned about being away from home for the first time. She also talks about her education business and the future of education in the classroom for kids and so much more.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2958 25 full Interview with concerned Long Beach parent Venice Gamble Interview with concerned Long Beach parent Venice Gamble https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-concerned-long-beach-parent-venice-gamble/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-concerned-long-beach-parent-venice-gamble/#comments Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:36:36 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/3e30b6d9-455e-31e8-a641-52355c39d5f3 Venice talks about the frustrating events that happened to his children while attending Long Beach and LA Unified School Districts. He also has some solutions for the issues going forward. 

]]> Venice talks about the frustrating events that happened to his children while attending Long Beach and LA Unified School Districts. He also has some solutions for the issues going forward. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 4266 24 full Interview with former actor and long time Long Beach resident Marc Morin Interview with former actor and long time Long Beach resident Marc Morin https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-actor-and-long-time-long-beach-resident-marc-morin/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-actor-and-long-time-long-beach-resident-marc-morin/#comments Thu, 16 Feb 2023 15:48:31 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/fe842f4d-640b-33cd-bd50-dd38218c6e30 Marc shares his story of holding down a full time job in Long Beach and going to LA to audition for acting roles. He also shares his great passion for the city.

]]> Marc shares his story of holding down a full time job in Long Beach and going to LA to audition for acting roles. He also shares his great passion for the city.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3808 23 full Interview with Local Artist Dean Triolo Interview with Local Artist Dean Triolo https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-local-artist-dean-triolo/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-local-artist-dean-triolo/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2023 16:12:32 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/ad944320-89f0-306f-a5ec-1476627a1c6d Dean takes us through how he has made a full time living as an artist. He goes over his up and down journey through the art world. He also discusses his relationship with the city of Long Beach.

]]> Dean takes us through how he has made a full time living as an artist. He goes over his up and down journey through the art world. He also discusses his relationship with the city of Long Beach.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3208 22 full Interview with Long Beach Real Estate Expert and Title Rep Dana Fites Interview with Long Beach Real Estate Expert and Title Rep Dana Fites https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-real-estate-expert-and-title-rep-dana-fites/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-real-estate-expert-and-title-rep-dana-fites/#comments Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:58:07 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/b28376e4-c494-33a2-8504-89a535544ca5 Dana goes over her inspiring journey from the world of hospitality to the competitive world of real estate. She also gives advice to people looking to buy and sell properties. 

]]> Dana goes over her inspiring journey from the world of hospitality to the competitive world of real estate. She also gives advice to people looking to buy and sell properties. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2197 21 full Interview with Long Beach Personal Trainer and Entrepreneur Shannon Shondeff Interview with Long Beach Personal Trainer and Entrepreneur Shannon Shondeff https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-personal-trainer-and-entrepreneur-shannon-shondeff/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-personal-trainer-and-entrepreneur-shannon-shondeff/#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2023 10:36:52 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/4068e263-ed99-30bd-882a-9bd59d008e30 On the Next episode of It's A Long Beach Thing, we spoke to Long Beach Personal Trainer and Entrepreneur Shannon Shondeff. She talks about her journey of starting family in Long Beach, going from her and her husband to having 4 kids. She talks about balancing a family with a thriving business.

]]> On the Next episode of It's A Long Beach Thing, we spoke to Long Beach Personal Trainer and Entrepreneur Shannon Shondeff. She talks about her journey of starting family in Long Beach, going from her and her husband to having 4 kids. She talks about balancing a family with a thriving business.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2525 20 full Interview with Ultra Long Beach State Supporter and UPS Executive Bruce DD Mac Rae Interview with Ultra Long Beach State Supporter and UPS Executive Bruce DD Mac Rae https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-ultra-long-beach-state-supporter-and-ups-executive-bruce-dd-mac-rae/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-ultra-long-beach-state-supporter-and-ups-executive-bruce-dd-mac-rae/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:46:54 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/048bec7a-b7c8-34a5-a25c-405ed9456115 Bruce shares his positive outlook on the future of the city of Long Beach and the company he works for UPS.

]]> Bruce shares his positive outlook on the future of the city of Long Beach and the company he works for UPS.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3304 19 full Interview with Long Beach Acupuncturist Michael Adams Interview with Long Beach Acupuncturist Michael Adams https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-acupuncturist-michael-adams/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-acupuncturist-michael-adams/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:25:15 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/842222e4-9c19-3875-8005-5324eb8dad88 Michael shares with us how to live a more holistic life style without sacrificing all the things we love. 

]]> Michael shares with us how to live a more holistic life style without sacrificing all the things we love. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2129 18 full A Conversation with Long Beach Entrepreneur Ryan Choura A Conversation with Long Beach Entrepreneur Ryan Choura https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/a-conversation-with-long-beach-entrepreneur-ryan-choura/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/a-conversation-with-long-beach-entrepreneur-ryan-choura/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2022 09:40:27 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/dd4bc942-9671-3271-a2e5-a1d8180e137c Ryan's love for the city of Long Beach comes shining through our conversation. He has a plan to improve the city for the better. Ryan has an inspiring story of taking his business to extreme heights but still has so much more to accomplish.

]]> Ryan's love for the city of Long Beach comes shining through our conversation. He has a plan to improve the city for the better. Ryan has an inspiring story of taking his business to extreme heights but still has so much more to accomplish.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2494 17 full Discussion with Long Beach Mortgage Loan Officer Joe Soto Discussion with Long Beach Mortgage Loan Officer Joe Soto https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/discussion-with-long-beach-mortgage-loan-officer-joe-soto/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/discussion-with-long-beach-mortgage-loan-officer-joe-soto/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2022 10:17:58 -0800 acall2action80.podbean.com/3959d585-f1fb-35a1-91f3-729dd1d9a021 Joe goes over how the Long Beach housing market is changing due to the increase interest rates. He also goes over tips to buy in this type of market.

]]> Joe goes over how the Long Beach housing market is changing due to the increase interest rates. He also goes over tips to buy in this type of market.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2659 16 full Interview with former Long Beach State Dirtbag and Houston Astros Pitcher Mike Gallo Interview with former Long Beach State Dirtbag and Houston Astros Pitcher Mike Gallo https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-long-beach-state-dirtbag-and-houston-astros-pitcher-mike-gallo/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-former-long-beach-state-dirtbag-and-houston-astros-pitcher-mike-gallo/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2022 09:03:16 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/b10f638a-de3e-32a0-a339-d255d0eaf271 Mike goes over his journey growing up in Long Beach and always wanting to set up roots in the city. He goes over his ups and downs in the baseball word and so much more.

]]> Mike goes over his journey growing up in Long Beach and always wanting to set up roots in the city. He goes over his ups and downs in the baseball word and so much more.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3547 15 full Interview with Long Beach Activist Ben Goldberg Interview with Long Beach Activist Ben Goldberg https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-activist-ben-goldberg/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-activist-ben-goldberg/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2022 10:27:36 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/ce66c216-3b13-3f4d-a124-9fa883b956c0 Ben shares ways as citizens of Long Beach we can improve the city. He also shares his mindset overcoming cancer to come back even stronger than before.

]]> Ben shares ways as citizens of Long Beach we can improve the city. He also shares his mindset overcoming cancer to come back even stronger than before.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2951 14 full Interview with Long Beach business owner Neil Hirsch Interview with Long Beach business owner Neil Hirsch https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-neil-hirsch/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-neil-hirsch/#comments Mon, 26 Sep 2022 11:05:55 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/d615a7ee-336c-3181-a5fb-12c3a50a6feb Neil talks about how his business has been a success. He discusses his struggles with running a business during COVID and what he did to stay above water.

]]> Neil talks about how his business has been a success. He discusses his struggles with running a business during COVID and what he did to stay above water.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2273 13 full A Conversation with Long Beach Business Consultant Brad Lyon A Conversation with Long Beach Business Consultant Brad Lyon https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/a-conversation-with-long-beach-business-consultant-brad-lyon/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/a-conversation-with-long-beach-business-consultant-brad-lyon/#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:47:08 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/47028665-0b41-396c-bf37-722e07da0486 Business Consultant Brad Lyon goes over sound strategies for companies to follow to grow the businesses at rapid pace. He also goes over all the businesses he has worked for in the last 40 years. 

]]> Business Consultant Brad Lyon goes over sound strategies for companies to follow to grow the businesses at rapid pace. He also goes over all the businesses he has worked for in the last 40 years. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 3627 12 full Interview with Long Beach Writer Max Evans Interview with Long Beach Writer Max Evans https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-writer-max-evans/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-writer-max-evans/#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:24:10 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/10be71a8-1c1d-3902-ac0a-8cf793828b24 Max Evans talks about his love for the city of Long Beach. So much so, he writes about the city in his books. Max is an advocate for fathers and promotes fatherhood all over Long Beach and in the surrounding areas.

]]> Max Evans talks about his love for the city of Long Beach. So much so, he writes about the city in his books. Max is an advocate for fathers and promotes fatherhood all over Long Beach and in the surrounding areas.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2373 11 full Interview with Long Beach Realtor Danielle Fehmel Interview with Long Beach Realtor Danielle Fehmel https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-realtor/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-realtor/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2022 09:44:29 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f1eb9f31-af39-3163-a547-52ca06bb6110 Long Beach Realtor Danielle Fehmel talks about the current housing market in Long Beach. She also discussed why she made Long Beach her home from Northern California.

]]> Long Beach Realtor Danielle Fehmel talks about the current housing market in Long Beach. She also discussed why she made Long Beach her home from Northern California.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2663 10 full Interview with Long Beach Business Owner and Activist Trent Bryson Interview with Long Beach Business Owner and Activist Trent Bryson https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-and-activist-trent-bryson/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-business-owner-and-activist-trent-bryson/#comments Mon, 01 Aug 2022 11:05:51 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/611d52ad-f139-3fc5-9c34-e42d131657a8 Trent talks about how he group up in Long Beach and the great experiences he had as a young boy. Then moving to the OC and running track at San Barbara State.  After, competing to make the Olympics to moving back to Long Beach as an adult to start a family. Trent moved up the ranks of his dad's company with no special favors. He found his stride so well that he bought his dad's company and has taken it to new heights.

]]> Trent talks about how he group up in Long Beach and the great experiences he had as a young boy. Then moving to the OC and running track at San Barbara State.  After, competing to make the Olympics to moving back to Long Beach as an adult to start a family. Trent moved up the ranks of his dad's company with no special favors. He found his stride so well that he bought his dad's company and has taken it to new heights.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2855 9 full Interview with Executive Coach Ericka Kelly Interview with Executive Coach Ericka Kelly https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-executive-coach-ericka-kelly/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-executive-coach-ericka-kelly/#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:22:07 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/08a2dfdb-c032-328f-8b64-2ec3e5e462c3 Ericka came from an abusive relationship and living in poverty all the way to having a successful career in the Air Force and in law enforcement. She shares her amazing story with us.

]]> Ericka came from an abusive relationship and living in poverty all the way to having a successful career in the Air Force and in law enforcement. She shares her amazing story with us.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3224 8 full Interview with Long Beach Influencer Justin Rudd Interview with Long Beach Influencer Justin Rudd https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-influencer-justin-rudd/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-influencer-justin-rudd/#comments Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:42:18 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/2562a04a-8e99-3a0d-bd16-c5ec9341f41e Long Beach Justin Rudd talks about all the charities, events, and the other things he has done to improve the city he lives in Long Beach. 

]]> Long Beach Justin Rudd talks about all the charities, events, and the other things he has done to improve the city he lives in Long Beach. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2290 7 full Conversation with Long Beach Photographer Maribel Farina Conversation with Long Beach Photographer Maribel Farina https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/conversation-with-long-beach-photographer-maribel-farina/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/conversation-with-long-beach-photographer-maribel-farina/#comments Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:18:38 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/a5ae9613-4aeb-3f8c-ae2d-93f03738d8c0 Photographer Maribel Farina talk about her journey in becoming a professional photographer. She also shares her favorite spots to shoot in Long Beach.  

]]> Photographer Maribel Farina talk about her journey in becoming a professional photographer. She also shares her favorite spots to shoot in Long Beach.  

]]> acall2action80 false No 2882 6 full Conversation with writer and Long Beach resident Chris Epting Conversation with writer and Long Beach resident Chris Epting https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/conversation-with-writer-and-long-beach-resident-chris-epting/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/conversation-with-writer-and-long-beach-resident-chris-epting/#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:38:16 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/467cca0f-b4aa-31b2-9f46-93baa12e9255 Chris has written many memoirs for people such as the Doobie Brothers, John Oates from Hall and Oates, former wrestler and Fox News contributer Tyrus and many others. He talked about the mindset of becoming a successful writer. He shared so many great stories with us about his journey in writing.

]]> Chris has written many memoirs for people such as the Doobie Brothers, John Oates from Hall and Oates, former wrestler and Fox News contributer Tyrus and many others. He talked about the mindset of becoming a successful writer. He shared so many great stories with us about his journey in writing.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3702 5 full Conversation with Long Beach Civil Engineer Cesar Moran Conversation with Long Beach Civil Engineer Cesar Moran https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/conversation-with-long-beach-civil-engineer-cesar-moran/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/conversation-with-long-beach-civil-engineer-cesar-moran/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:31:00 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/bd611650-03a1-3e6a-9bbc-37a5050c71e9 Cesar talks about loving the city of Long Beach so much, he set a goal to bring his business to the city. As a result, he also purchase a home in the the LB. Cesar talks about being responsible and to look at all aspects before rezoning an area. 

]]> Cesar talks about loving the city of Long Beach so much, he set a goal to bring his business to the city. As a result, he also purchase a home in the the LB. Cesar talks about being responsible and to look at all aspects before rezoning an area. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2771 4 full Interview with Long Beach Financial Advisor Chris Arnaldo Interview with Long Beach Financial Advisor Chris Arnaldo https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-financial-advisor-chris-arnoldo/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-long-beach-financial-advisor-chris-arnoldo/#comments Mon, 23 May 2022 09:46:28 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/a0ef19f7-226a-32c2-9e4e-d55007bc7c09 Chris talks about moving down to Long Beach from the Bay area to attend Long Beach State. He feel in love with the city and has never left since. Chris also talks about the proper mindset you need to succeed in the financial world.

]]> Chris talks about moving down to Long Beach from the Bay area to attend Long Beach State. He feel in love with the city and has never left since. Chris also talks about the proper mindset you need to succeed in the financial world.

]]> acall2action80 false No 3747 3 full Interview with the Mayor of Signal Hill and Long Beach business owner Keir Jones Interview with the Mayor of Signal Hill and Long Beach business owner Keir Jones https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-mayor-of-signal-hill-and-long-beach-business-owner-keir-jones/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/interview-with-the-mayor-of-signal-hill-and-long-beach-business-owner-keir-jones/#comments Mon, 09 May 2022 10:05:58 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/2cbf82b8-be18-3b97-b682-b204f1f75989 Keir talks about his plans for the future of Signal Hill and the great progress the city is making now. He also shares the reasons why he moved to Long Beach and the great places to eat around the city. 

]]> Keir talks about his plans for the future of Signal Hill and the great progress the city is making now. He also shares the reasons why he moved to Long Beach and the great places to eat around the city. 

]]> acall2action80 false No 2192 2 full Discussion with Chuck Thrash Discussion with Chuck Thrash https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/discussion-with-chuck-thrash/ https://acall2action80.podbean.com/e/discussion-with-chuck-thrash/#comments Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:42:56 -0700 acall2action80.podbean.com/f421f2b1-adbe-34c7-bf2d-25cb9de1384a Chuck and I discuss the future of hospitals in the city of Long Beach.

 

Chuck Thrash is familiar will most types of construction including concrete tilt-up, masonry, wood framing, light gauge steel framing, structural steel frame, etc... Currently have 6 years of experience with industrial & commercial construction, some residential experience along the way, and 14 years of healthcare and laboratory design. Specialize in existing hospital remodel work.

]]> Chuck and I discuss the future of hospitals in the city of Long Beach.

 

Chuck Thrash is familiar will most types of construction including concrete tilt-up, masonry, wood framing, light gauge steel framing, structural steel frame, etc... Currently have 6 years of experience with industrial & commercial construction, some residential experience along the way, and 14 years of healthcare and laboratory design. Specialize in existing hospital remodel work.

]]> acall2action80 false No 2802 1 full