Janet is a world class tennis star, but that's not the most amazing thing about her. Janet is the director of the new movie, Wake Up, a powerful movie about human trafficking and how it can easily happen in plain sight. She has partnered with local non-profits already working in this field to help people become more aware of this important issue! To learn more about the movie, click here!
Read MoreJames and Tatiana have been serving the people of Ukraine until late February, they were forced to flee from advancing Russian forces. Listen in to this exclusive interview with first hand accounts and the work the Alderson's are involved in!
Read MoreBart Tarman has led an extraordinary life as a pastor and has learned so much along the way. Come hear about the wisdom Bart has gained and how good God has been in his life!
Read MoreMary Hudson runs Arise Conferences and helps women find their potential in God. Mary specifically has a heart for women coming out of domestic violence and abuse situations and helps these women become victors! What an amazing woman! To learn more about Mary's ministry, visit their website!
Read MoreOfficer Baker may be one of the funniest Sheriff's Deputies there is...that is as long as he isn't pulling you over. Mike Bake has done just about every job the department has to offer. From traffic to hostages, Mike has seen it all. Listen in to this interesting (and hilarious) officer discuss his profession with out host Dean Wilson!
Read MoreClaris Health provides amazing support and care for pregnant women and families, mothers with young children, and women who have had an abortion.
Read MoreLinda Purl has been a part of numerous shows, movies, and productions over the years. From Fonzie's girlfriend on Happy Days to Pam's mom on The Office. Currently, Linda is working on a production in Santa Barbara Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical. She is also joined by David Engel, Linda Purl's co-star, and Tenderly's Director, Jenny Sullivan. These are some amazing and talented people! You won't want to miss this interview or the production of Tenderly. To see more info about this production, visit their website!
Read MoreVictoria Strong founded the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation after her first daughter Gwendolyn was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, a rare disease that made her very medically fragile. Determined to NEVER GIVE UP, Victoria set out to raise funding to find a cure for this terrible diagnosis. Though Gwen is no longer with us her legacy lives on through numerous child-centered inclusion projects including a new inclusive park in Santa Barbara! To find out more about the amazing work that the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation is doing, visit their website nevergiveup.org!
Read MoreKai Tepper and Karen Kerns of the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation are a tremendous blessing to the community. The Foundation provides the gift of music to thousands of young people and disadvantaged neighborhoods. Kai and Karen are beautiful people who enrich the community beyond measure!
Read MoreJohn Palminteri is a legendary newsman in Santa Barbara, California. If Ron Burgundy really existed, it's John. All jokes aside, John is a beloved and irreplaceable person in our community and has become a trusted voice in times of crisis. In this interview, John shares incredible stories from decades on the beat!
Read MoreJames grew up in a tough environment, moving often with his biological mother and half-siblings. He eventually made his way into the foster care system and was placed with his forever family. He now has a heart for foster youth and he and his wife want to adopt a young child soon. An incredible man with an amazing heart for others.
Read MoreHis story is compelling: now a Hollywood agent to stars like Charlie Sheen, Carmen Electra, and Denise Richards, Darren Prince has done a lot of living. Here, Dean Wilson gets to the importance of truth, sobriety, and reaching for the stars in this insightful sit-down with the energetic mover and shaker.
Read MoreFather Greg Boyle founded Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles and has impacted the lives of countless individuals. He is a compelling and loving man with great insight and perspective.
Read MoreSanta Barbara District Attorney Joyce Dudley sits down with Dean Wilson for a heart to heart on issues spanning from prejudice to early education, and addresses violence in the home and on the police force. Despite her trying career, Dudley has an optimistic outlook when it comes to the innate good in most humans.
Read MoreKnown for her vocal talent and eye-catching stage presence, Grammy-nominated Christian music crooner Nicole C. Mullen talks the role of religion in her personal and professional life, her pursuit of personal goals, the importance of forgiveness, and living life today as a woman of color.
Read MoreRyan O'Quinn is from a small town in Virginia but moved to L.A. after graduating college. Since then, he has had a wild ride in the film business being on shows from JAG and Third Rock from the Sun to Beverly Hills 90210 and Alias. He now is the president of Damascus Road Productions, producing powerful and moving movies and documentaries. An amazing interview, you don't want to miss out!
Read MoreJackie Carrera is the President and CEO of one of Santa Barbara's largest community non-profits. The Santa Barbara Foundation helps connect the right people and resources to the appropriate non-profits in Santa Barbara and the surrounding communities as well as steward the immense amount of data our non-profits collect, creating better reports to inform decision making. An incredibly important job and an incredible leader!
Read MoreDr. Lawrie’s life began by escaping communism with her parents to Austria. There, she once had a racist teacher make her lick her dropped food off the ground. Her family made it to America...and now Dr. Smaranda Lawrie is teaching college students about gratitude and resilience. Tune in to this interview if you need some encouragement! Amazing!
Read MoreWill Breman is an extremely gifted musician who came to national prominence on NBC's The Voice. In this episode, Dean interviews Will for a few minutes before Will blessed us with a live performance! What a voice!
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