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CUSD teacher Beth Murphy spoke on the podcast about COVID-19’s effects on education and the students, the mentorship program at Valley Middle School, and more. Check out Bret Schanzenbach’s conversation with CBAD award-winning teacher Beth Murphy about COVID’s effects on education and the students, how teachers are creating connections for…

Do you love delicious food and resilient people? Then, you’ll want to hear Matt and Ashley Johnson’s story about how they launched Mangia Mangia Italian Kitchen and pivoted during COVID. Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. The owners of Mangia Mangia Italian Kitchen, Matt and Ashley Johnson, come on the…

Barrio Glassworks, Carlsbad’s very own public glassblowing studio, captures all the art and craft of Italy’s masters and brings it to our doorstep. The Murano glass masters of Venice, Italy have been creating art in glass for generations. Now, that one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted artisan glass can be found right here in…

Meet Carlsbad’s Middle School Teacher of the Year 2022 Winner, Edric Uy, who makes math engaging, energetic and relatable to the real world for his students. For students who may not consider themselves “math people”, there is no better teacher than Edric Uy, who has transformed his classroom into an…

Barrio Glassworks, Carlsbad’s very own public glassblowing studio, captures all the art and craft of Italy’s masters and brings it to our doorstep. The Murano glass masters of Venice, Italy have been creating art in glass for generations. Now, that one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted artisan glass can be found right here in…

90% of people don’t understand what their core talents are. Join Tracey Spangenberg as she helps people find their genius and apply it to business. Tracey Spangenberg is an operational optimizer, and believes that if you put the right person in the right place doing the right thing (according to…

The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Wade Blair as the guest presenter at the very first First Friday Breakfast of the New Year! He’s going to share “The Y Method” and in this fascinating interview, he gives us a preview of what to expect. You can register…

Get to know CBAD’s Non-Profit of the Year, 2022 - The San Diego Food Bank. Join CEO Casey Castillo to learn about all the good they do for our families in need. We all experience storms in life, and The San Diego Food Bank is there to help and support…

For Kim Wakefield, teaching Spanish has always been much more than simply teaching a language. It’s teaching another culture in a very open and passionate way. An appreciation of other cultures is something Kim Wakefield grew up with, and it’s something that has informed her teaching for over 25 years.…

Rancho Coastal Humane Society is dedicated to saving lives of abandoned companion animals, promoting adoption into loving homes, and offering education programs and support services that inspire and strengthen the human-animal bond. Visit the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce here https://carlsbad.org/ Beyond The Adoption Of The Animals In The Shelter The…

Humility, respect, camaraderie, and excellence: how the core values of Thunder Rugby translate to life on the field and off - an interview with Josh Williams. For most of us, rugby is a bit of a mystery. Is it more like soccer or football? Or maybe it’s a little bit…

Mission San Luis Rey will be celebrating its 225th anniversary this year. Gwyn Grimes shares the Mission’s best stories - from its history to the gift shop! Join us for an in-depth conversation about Mission San Luis Rey, the largest of California’s missions. From its rich history to its vibrant…

Anita Bennett revives the tradition of business gift-giving, one piece of home-style candy at a time - with hand-made delights at the Sunset Bay Candy Company. In our high-tech and busy world, bringing people together is now more important than ever, which is exactly why Anita Bennett created the Sunset…

Helping people through the greatest crisis in their lives, getting them housed and back on their feet – that’s the mission of Rapid Response Housing Solutions. The solution to homelessness is to have a home. While that may sound simple, reaching that goal is extremely complex. Prevention is the key…

Meet Danny Chen, creator of Happi Spatula, the premiere Asian Cuisine health market and restaurant, where those with food restrictions have unlimited options. Whether eating at the restaurant, buying custom ingredients for a meal kit or scheduling catering for your next event, Happi Spatula has got you covered for uniquely…

Hear the inspirational story of Rory Graham, his life, legacy, and the Foundation founded by his mother, helping to inspire the young men of Army & Navy Academy Good role models are hard to come by. For the young men of the Army & Navy Academy, the legacy of Rory…

I Love a Clean San Diego leads and inspires our community to actively conserve and enhance the environment through example, outreach and local involvement. Learn the fascinating history behind I Love a Clean San Diego – from its humble beginnings 69 years ago, and how their work has grown from…

Meet the first-ever Kind Company Inspiration Award winner, Chris Ryan of Ryan Video Productions. Learn what inspired him and how he inspires others. Visit the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce here https://carlsbad.org/ This year, the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce awarded its first-ever Kind Company Inspiration Award to Chris Ryan of Ryan…

Sometimes running a business is different than doing what you’re good at. Robyn Koenig has cracked the code to help business owners figure out how to do both. Often, small business owners love what they’re doing, but don’t know how to do it as a business. How do they effectively…

Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce | City of Carlsbad, California Claude Jones has a passion for creating opportunities to help others succeed. For over a decade, his life’s mission has been focused on encouraging, inspiring, and motiving others through his words and actions. A seasoned technical leader with over 15 years…

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an Olympic gold medalist? Well, three-time Olympic gold medalist, Kaillie Humphries is here on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast to share her story! You don’t want to miss what she says about courage, passion, and resilience. Learn more about…

Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce | City of Carlsbad, California Dr. Kanika Bembey is with Encinitas Periodontics and Dental Implants. She grew up in India, went to dental school there, and currently lives in California. In an unusual move, she took over a practice from an owner and worked for him…

Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce | City of Carlsbad, California Sandra Estrada was born and raised in Mexico by a single mom, majored in International Trade and Customs, and after a few years of practice, moved to customer service. With eighteen years of customer service experience in a multicultural manufacturing environment,…

New Haven Youth & Family Services CEO Doreen Quinn shares the challenges and triumphs of helping young adolescent boys restore their dignity and self-worth. The staff at New Haven Youth & Family Services play many roles in the rehabilitation of troubled boys - therapist, behavioral coach, parent partner and crisis…