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Mary-Catherine McBride: Leading With Love, Small Beginnings, and Executing Successful Events

Looking for a one-stop shop for good lessons and content? Tune into this interview with Mary-Catherine McBride where she and Dean talk through what it means to be a loving and impactful leader, how to stay dedicated and motivated when you start something, and the importance of a well-executed event! Mary-Catherine is a producer, small business starter, pet lover, mom, and more. You don't want to miss out on this powerful interview!

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Kathryn and Michael Redman

Michael and Kathryn Redman are the founders of the marketing and business firm, Half a Bubble Out, as well as the authors of Fulfilled, a book designed to give business owners an action plan to create and implement healthy work-life balance in order to better “live life to the fullest” in both professional and personal capacities.

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Mike Dutra

Mike Dutra was considered an “at-risk” child growing up; his father was not very involved in his life and he experienced a lot of hardship at a young age. Fortunately, there were a few men in his life who saw him and chose to step in and fill the gap his father had left in whatever ways they could. Is there anyone in your life that you might be gifted to pour into and invest in?

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Monty Rieck

Monty Rieck is a tried and true cowboy–and a follower of Jesus to boot! He is a 4th generation plumbing contractor, former building inspector, and construction superintendent turned author and evangelist! Watch the full interview to hear more of Monty’s testimony and click the link here to find his book, I Am Eli.

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Tara Lipinsky

Tara Lipinski is truly an accomplished woman of many talents! She first came to fame when she competed in the Olympics for figure skating at fifteen years old; now she is well known for the show she hosts on Crackle TV, “Wedding Talk.” Watch the full interview to hear how Tara has found joy in the many different seasons of her life and career!


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Josef Cannon

Josef is a Hollywood writer, producer, director, and actor. He is also the founder and CEO of CannonVision Productions. Most recently, Josef starred alongside Ryan O'Quinn in Paul's Promise, a touching story about the first integrated southern church. To hear more about the movie, listen to Ryan and Josef's interviews!

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EntrepreneurNolan Anderson
Sheriff Bill Brown

Sheriff Brown has served as our local sheriff in Santa Barbara County since 2007. He has served in many departments across California and remains deeply committed to making our communities safer, where communities and their police force work together. He has received numerous awards, many for his work and leadership during the Thomas Fire and the 1/9 Debris Flow. Come learn leadership principles from a man who has led his community through times of trial and uncertainty. You won't want to miss this interview!

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Randy Rowse

Want to know Santa Barbara? Randy Rowse knows Santa Barbara better than just about anyone else. Moving here to attend UCSB, Randy found a place he could never leave. After running the Paradise Cafe for 37 years, he turned to greater public service and served as a City Councilman for 9 years before becoming the Mayor of Santa Barbara in 2022. Listen in as Mayor Rowse and host Dean Wilson discuss business, community service, and life!

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Tonya Rapley

Are you someone who feels the weight of their debt every time you got to buy groceries? Do you want to learn a way of our debt? Tonya Rapley has worked with countless companies on business strategy and numerous families wanting to break free from debt! Come listen to this incredible woman who wants to help YOU!

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Leo Bunnin

Leo Bunnin is the President and CEO of Bunnin Automotive Group and a third generation auto dealer. He and his team have been hugely successful and Leo gives back to his communities from that success. Come listen to this amazing businessman who knows about "doing the right thing."

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Ryan Reed

Ryan Reed is the owner of Coast Supply Co., a local Santa Barbara company that does some amazing work. He also is the director of Maverick Athletics. Maverick works with young men and women using sports to shape their character and build leaders for the future. Listen in to hear the inspiring words of a hidden gem of Santa Barbara!

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Michael Jay Solomon

Michael has spent his career in the entertainment industry, making movies and tv shows. In 2010, he founded the Truli Media Group to bring viewers meaningful, family-friendly entertainment. Come listen to an amazing story of a man who knows the inside scoop on Hollywood!

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Janet Rowse

Janet has been an active member of the Santa Barbara educational community for over 20 years. Through her time working with local High School students, she noticed that there was a need for more protection of students from alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs that cause the majority of substance abuse and addiction. That's why Janet co-founded SafeLaunch, an organization with programs specifically aimed at helping students avoid addiction now and throughout their lives! Amazing story you won't want to miss!

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Heather Karr Johnson

Heather is a massage therapist with a knack for invention. She is also the founder of Palliative Puffs, a way of connecting with individuals who are faced with a life-threatening illness, providing them with a personalized stuffed animal. Each and every puffs are hand made by loving volunteers. What a selfless organization full of care for others!

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Kelly Twichel

Kelly was in school for occupational therapy when she and one of her classmates wanted to solve the problem of beach access for adaptive surfers. Out of their brainstorming came Access Trax, a revolutionary way that allows everyone to access the beach, no matter their abilities. Listen to this amazing entrepreneur as she describes how she uses her talents to improve the lives of others!

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Jon Morse

Jon is an attorney who specializes in aviation law. While you may think aviation doesn't apply to you, Jon has some amazing life lessons we can all learn from which he teaches through aviation problems, cases, and crashes. Listen in to a truly one of a kind interview!

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Ian Bentley

Ian and his wife, Brittany founded the company Parker Clay with the mission to change the way leather goods are sold. With every purse, tote, wallet, and gym bag sold, Parker Clay gives back to the communities of Ethiopian women who make each product. They hire at-risk women, pay living wages and benefits, and provide skills training, career advancement, and financial literacy opportunities to all of our employees. What an amazing example of business for good!

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Rachel Silver

Rachel didn't have a wedding video, a decision she immediately regretted. While she didn't have one, she's not about to let another bride make the same mistake! Rachel is founder of Love Stories TV, a place that brings together wedding inspiration and high-quality, emotionally moving videos so your wedding is just as memorable every time you watch the wedding video!

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Paul Long & Brad Silverman - KAPPA STUDIOS

Paul & Brad are two peas in a pod. If you just listened to them, you might think they were related. Paul & Brad are the leaders of Kappa Studios, a studio in the heart of LA that specializes in high-quality, family-friendly films and TV shows. Among their projects are The Chosen, God's Not Dead, and Run the Race. They are an amazing group of some of the most talented post-production individuals in the business. Simply amazing!

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