Best KCBX Podcasts (2022)

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Jack LaLanne fitness guru and godfather of the modern health & exercise movement 32:48

3d ago32:48

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Elaine Lalanne shares tales of fitness guru Jack LaLanne's incredible life journeyBy Tom Wilmer

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Central Coast Voices

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Celebrating Pride on the Central Coast 59:29

4d ago59:29

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Join Lata Murti as she speaks with guests Michelle Call, Executive Director of the Gala Pride and Diversity Center, Dusty Colyer-Worth, Gala board president, Arti Kothari, Gala board secretary, and Lynn Schmidt, with Central Coast Pride. They will talk about the history of Pride, share details about the upcoming SLO PRIDEfest, as well as talk about…

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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

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The Transformative and Inevitable Power of Grief 59:10

4d ago59:10

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The Transformative and Inevitable Power of GriefLoss is inherent in life - how we process, grieve and grow through loss determines the quality of our future. Tune in Tuesday at 2 for a Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist, Elizabeth Barrett and certified grief counselor Claire Aargaard, author of - When a Child Dies, A hopeful healing guide fo…

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Meet the Morro Bay City Council candidates, Jen Ford and James Costanzo 21:32

5d ago21:32

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Morro Bay City Council candidates discuss pertinent issues facing the residents and the town's future.By Tom Wilmer

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Central Coast Voices

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Latinx culture, more than Cinco de Mayo 59:24

11d ago59:24

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Join host Mario Espinoza-Kulick as he speaks with guests C.R. Lara, President of the Latino Outreach Council, and Victoria Condor-Williams, community activist. They will discuss the meaning of Cinco de Mayo and share insights into Latinx culture.You are invited to listen, learn and participate in the conversation, between 1-2 pm. Call in and be par…

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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

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How are the Kids? 57:58

12d ago57:58

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Every 2 years California Healthy Kids Survey is released - reflecting the current well-being as reported by over 1 million middle school and high school students. It may be no surprise that the kids are not all right - and those who identify as LGBT are struggling the most. Tune in for a conversation with Dr. John Elfers and Attorney Doug Heumann, …

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Issues and Ideas

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Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center, the June primary, and UCSB's Early Recordings Initiative 58:12

11d ago58:12

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On this episode, you'll learn about the Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center. Also, Agenda Breakdown's Kim Bisheff speaks with Cal Poly's Mike Latner about the upcoming election. The UCSB Library has the most extensive collection of early recordings on the West Coast. Finally, there are some changes at the San Luis Obispo County Library system.…

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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What can a spleen sandwich reveal about Italian culture? Confessions of a professional traveler 21:59

13d ago21:59

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The interviewee, Cameron Hewitt, has been Rick Steves’ right-hand person for 20 years and has a new book titled The Temporary European: Lessons and Confessions of a Professional Traveler (foreword by Rick Steves).By Laurie McAndish King

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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D'arrigo Brothers--Salinas Valley agricultural trendsetter for close to a century 48:04

14d ago48:04

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Andy D'Arrigo, patriarch of Salinas Valley family shares tales of the family's century-long trendsetting agricultural enterprises and how they introduced green celery to America.By Tom Wilmer

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Central Coast Voices

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Uplift Central Coast 57:36

18d ago57:36

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Join host Kris Kington-Barker as she speaks with guests involved with Uplift Central Coast, Paso Robles Mayor, Steve Martin, President and CEO of REACH, Melissa James, and CEO and founder of ACI Jet, Bill Borgsmiller. They will discuss efforts to cultivate a space and aeronautics ecosystem from Santa Cruz to Ventura Counties.You are invited to list…

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Cannery Row’s waterfront Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa—ideal base camp for exploring the Peninsula 22:16

18d ago22:16

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Chris Sommers, managing director at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa offers an insider’s recommendation for cool things to do and see around the Monterey Peninsula.By Tom Wilmer

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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

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Wedding Bells are Ringing 58:00

20d ago58:00

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We take our vows, we pledge our love and set off on our marriage adventure - keeping these most intimate relationships whole can be our life's most satisfying or devastating experience. Tune in Tuesday at 2 for a Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist , Elizabeth Barrett, about the ever- changing landscape of marriage in our constantly changing …

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Exploring cool things to do and see in Monterey County with Rachel Dinbokowitz 19:18

20d ago19:18

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Rachel Dinbokowitz with the Monterey County CVB shares cool recommendations for things to do and see in Monterey County, CaliforniaBy Tom Wilmer

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Victoria Newhouse shares insights from her new book, Parks of the 21st Century: Reinvented Landscapes, Reclaimed Territories 36:21

21d ago36:21

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Acclaimed author and architectural historian chronicles cutting-edge parks around the world in her new book, Parks of the 21st Century: Reinvented Landscapes, Reclaimed Territories.By Tom Wilmer

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Cal State Parks historian showcases Central Coast WWII era and pioneer women 21:53

25d ago21:53

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Dr. Amy Hart, California State Parks historian talks about special presentations at Morro Bay Natural History Museum and SLO History Center chronicling WWII military activity on the Central Coast and displays at Spooner’s Cove showcasing local pioneer women.By Tom Wilmer

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Central Coast Voices

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Can offshore energy become a reality on the Central Coast? 57:42

25d ago57:42

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To celebrate Earth Day 2022, please join host Fred Munroe as he speaks with guests Benjamin Ruttenberg, Associate Professor in the Biological Sciences Department at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), and the Director of the Center for Coastal Marine Sciences, and Yi-Hui Wang, Postdoctoral Researcher in the Biological Sciences Depar…

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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

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Working is foundational to Mental Wellness 59:00

26d ago59:00

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This week we explore the importance of meaningful work to our Mental Health and how our current cultural stories about what defines success and the challenges of a competitive economic system drive much of our collective distress. It's time to take a critical look at our expectations for the next generation - and for ourselves.…

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Issues and Ideas

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Sustainable tourism, SLO County library changes, downtown Atascadero 58:50

27d ago58:50

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The City of San Luis Obispo's General Plan is being updated, and you can participate. SLOCOG is hosting an event to discuss sustainable tourism. Atascadero is adding events and businesses to the city center, and SLO County Library has some changes in the works.By Carol Tangeman

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Japanese American writer shares insights into San Luis Obispo’s prewar Japanese immigrant community 38:32

29d ago38:32

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Writer Shizue Seigel’s immigrant grandparents’ contributions to San Luis Obispo’s Japantown and farming operations were swept away through the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II.By Tom Wilmer

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Central Coast Voices

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Celebrating Arab American Heritage 58:29

1M ago58:29

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Join host Lata Murti as we honor National Arab American Heritage Month. She will speak with members of the Arab American community on the Central Coast, Farah Al-Nakib, Assistant Professor in the History Department at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo, Sandra Sarrouf, Founder and Director of Cultural Creations, and…

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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California State Park archeologist shares insights about Northern Chumash and Salinan cultural life along Central Coast 13:01

1M ago13:01

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California State Park archeologist Chad Jackson shares insights about Northern Chumash life along the coast around Morro Bay.By Tom Wilmer

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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

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Let's talk Siblings 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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Communication is at the heart of all of our most important relationships. And some of our most profound and complex relationships involve our siblings. Improving our communication skills can be key to finding more joy and connecting with those we love and care for. Tune in for a conversation with the Reluctant Therapist and callers as they talk abo…

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Montana based musician’s insights about California’s country music gift to the world 45:04

1M ago45:04

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Musician Mike Beck shares tales of Merle Haggard, Buck Owens and other California musicians game changing contributions to Country Music.

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Honoring Japanese-American WWII internment hero, Jimi Yamaichi 54:27

1M ago54:27

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A year before Jimi Yamaichi died in 2018 he talked about life as a Japanese American and his time in WWII internment camps and refusing draft orders.By Tom Wilmer

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Central Coast Voices

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Access to recreation in rural and low-income communities 59:32

1M ago59:32

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Join host Mario Espinoza-Kulick as he speaks with guests Tom Brandeberry, Founder and Executive Director of Los Amigos de Guadalupe, Alma Hernandez, President of Los Amigos de Guadalupe, and Daniel Segura, Youth Organizer with Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy (CAUSE). They will discuss how the work of Central Coast community …

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Issues and Ideas

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WWII internment of local Japanese Americans, saving heritage resources, and cooking for Passover 57:21

1M ago57:21

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Historian and author Jim Gregory takes a look back to the WWII internment of Arroyo Grande residents of Japanese descent. Also, heritage resources are rescued from harm during emergencies, by the Heritage Emergency Response Team. Finally, on Playing With Food, Fr Ian cooks food for Passover.By Carol Tangeman

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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PGA legend starts 803 Golf for immersive experiences 28:08

1M ago28:08

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40-year PGA pro Mark Brooks offers immersive golf retreats at University of Texas Golf Club in AustinBy Tom Wilmer

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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

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Guest Kevin Harris, managing artistic director of the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theater 57:34

1M ago57:34

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Theater often offers a respite from the trials of daily living - an opportunity to get lost in an imaginary world, to feel light, uplifted and entertained. Theater can also allow us into some of our most feared and sacred places - by opening up conversations about some of the more painful parts of the human experience - a chance for catharsis, illu…

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Central Coast Voices

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The legacy of Cesar Chavez 57:51

2M ago57:51

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Join host Mario Espinoza-Kulick as he honors the American civil rights hero, Cesar Chavez. Mario will be joined by Marc Grossman, longtime press secretary, speechwriter and personal aide to Cesar Chavez, and spokesperson for the Cesar Chavez Foundation and the United Farm Workers (UFW), and Bonita Villalobos Rivera, National Vice President and UFW …

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Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

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Arroyo Grande historian recounts WWII internment of local citizens of Japanese descent 15:14

2M ago15:14

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Historian Jim Gregory shares insights about the internment of Arroyo Grande citizens of Japanese descent following Roosevelt's Executive Order 9066 in February, 1942.By Tom Wilmer

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