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Spotlight on the Community

Cloudcast
San Diego
Mission Fed Credit Union
Education
Mental Health
San Diego State University
Homelessness
Food Insecurity
Marine Corps
San Diego County
Veterans Day
Artificial Intelligence
Community Engagement
Breast Cancer
Community Service
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
Community Support
Alzheimer's Disease
Cancer Research
AVID
Navy SEAL Museum

Cloudcast Media, the national leader in local podcasting, proudly presents its flagship show, Drew Schlosberg’s Spotlight on the Community, now in its 20th season. For 20 years, we have been amplifying the voices of social impact organizations, social entrepreneurs, local non-profits, and other community champions who help shape the culture, creativity, and connectivity that drive the San Diego co... more

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Melinda Forstey, President & CEO of Serving Seniors, discusses the devastating impact of social isolation on older adults and why one out of three unsheltered individuals 55+ is “simply not acceptable.” Forstey talks about the lack of affordable hous... more

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Wes Lundburg
President of San Diego Miramar College
San Diego Miramar College
Episode: Leveling the Playing Field: Accessible, Workforce-Focused Education at San Diego Miramar College
Chuck Samuelson
Founder and CEO, Heal the Earth
Heal the Earth
Episode: “Buy Local, Feed Local” and Reshore the Food System for Good
Anna Laroque
Advancement Manager for ArtReach
ArtReach San Diego
Episode: Art for Art’s Sake: Interactive Art Activities for Kids of All Ages
Sunny Azzarito
Co-owner of Poets Underground
Poets Underground
Episode: The Great Poetic Baggage Exchange: Partnership Publishing, Airport Residencies and an RV for Inclusive Community Impact
Anthony Azzarito
Co-owner of Poets Underground
Poets Underground
Episode: The Great Poetic Baggage Exchange: Partnership Publishing, Airport Residencies and an RV for Inclusive Community Impact
Agnes Barrelet
Founder and executive director of Alpine Acres Sanctuary Farm
Alpine Acres Sanctuary Farm
Episode: Inside Alpine Acres Sanctuary Farm with Founder Agnes Barrelet
Kerstin Lynam
Executive Director of the Foundation for Animal Care and Education (FACE)
FACE Foundation
Episode: Avoiding “Economically Motivated Euthanasia”: Protecting Our Furry Family Members
Brandon Joe
Senior Associate Producer, Cloudcast Media
Cloudcast Media
Episode: Cloudcast Media's Brandon Joe on Studying Abroad in China
Jerry McCormick
Prostate cancer survivor and long-time journalist
Former Union Tribune journalist
Episode: "I Refuse to Be Powerless": Prostate Cancer Survivor Jerry McCormick on Cancer, Power and Community

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Drew Schlosberg
Host of Spotlight on the Community Show
Kristen Fogel
Co-host; Executive Director of San Diego Writers Inc.

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Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial: "250 Years of Valor Etched in Stone"
Q: How is the organization planning to handle future growth and space for additional stories?
They have a phased strategic plan that could add 800-1,000 more plaques, with a capital campaign in the future to fund expansion and park integration.
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial: "250 Years of Valor Etched in Stone"
Q: What makes this memorial's approach to storytelling different from other monuments?
It blends diverse service branches, ranks, cultures, and personal stories on the walls, creating a living, multi-generational narrative rather than a static list of names.
A Think and Do Tank to ‘Help Make the Region a Better Place to Live, Work, and Play for All’ – with Tad Parzen
Q: Let's just start with the mission of the Burnham Center for those who don't know.
The Burnham Center is a think-and-do organization dedicated to helping make the region a better place to live, work, and play for all, with emphasis on inclusivity and collaborative effort across diverse sectors.
“Buy Local, Feed Local” and Reshore the Food System for Good
Q: How can listeners get involved or support your work?
Listeners can engage through the Adopt an Avocado Tree program, visit the farm, donate, volunteer, or participate in events; there are multiple ways to plug in and contribute to the community.
“Buy Local, Feed Local” and Reshore the Food System for Good
Q: What is the mission of Heal the Earth and why is it important for San Diego?
Heal the Earth aims to localize and stabilize the food system by connecting small local farms to the institutional market, improving distribution, and eventually bringing manufacturing back to the region to reduce hunger and improve nutrition.

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This show features in-depth conversations with local social impact organizations, educators, healthcare leaders, veterans, and community advocates who drive connectivity and positive change in the San Diego region. Episodes frequently center on community engagement, education access, workforce development, public service, and nonprofit strategy, often blending personal storytelling with practical program details. A notable pattern is collaborations across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors—from chambers and universities to veterans' groups and arts organizations—highlighting how mission-driven initiatives scale, sustain donor support, and partner with local communities. The format tends to mix heartfelt narratives with actionable ta... more

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1. Wes Lundburg
2. Chuck Samuelson
3. Anna Laroque
4. Sunny Azzarito
5. Anthony Azzarito
6. Agnes Barrelet
7. Kerstin Lynam
8. Brandon Joe

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