# molina (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover molina. Page: Feed: --- ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Alexander 'The Grateful' Stoeber talks Santa Barbara City Council](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-alexander) _2026-08-02 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara's Alexander Stoeber looks to upset the system in Santa Barbara's District 6, in his bid for Santa Barbara City Council. Stoeber, a Realtor, shares his poignant story of rising from homelessness and breaking the cycle of a rough upbringing. He offers his views on State Street, the city budget, downtown, bikes and much more. This is one in a series of conversations with candidates for… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2373839552-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-alexander.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Meet Ari from Visionari Content, Santa Barbara's No. 1 Social Media Star](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-meet-ari) _2026-07-27 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ EXCLUSIVE FILMED AT KIVA CO-WORK! Ari from Visionari Content has taken Santa Barbara by storm and has emerged as Santa Barbara's top social media star. In this episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina, I sit down with Ari from Visionari Content for an amazing conversation about storytelling, social media, and building a creative business from the ground up. Ari shares how she grew from… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2368426253-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-meet-ari.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Devon Wardlow talks housing, State Street, Ebikes, City Council candidacy](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-devon) _2026-07-14 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara Planning Commissioner Devon Wardlow talks about her plan to run for Santa Barbara City Council, in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Wardlow, who graduated from Santa Barbara High School, offers her views on housing, State Street, rent stabilization and much more. Wardlow is running for City Council in District 4. Journalism Joshua Molina creates compelling… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2360639228-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-devon.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Former News-Press reporter Dawn Hobbs talks Michael Jackson verdict, career](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-former) _2026-06-24 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ On the 21-year-anniversary of the Michael Jackson trial and verdict, former News-Press reporter Dawn Hobbs recalls her time covering the high-profile trial. Hobbs covered every day of the trial in Santa Maria. In this episode of Santa Barbara Talks, Hobbs explains how she was assigned the story, how she approached the beat, and the moment she "locked eyes," with Michael Jackson. Hobbs also talks… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2345167889-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-former.mp3) ## [Remembering Loretta Redd; Who is Instagram's Visionari?](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-with-josh) _2026-06-01 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Josh Molina talks about his memories of Loretta Redd; Also, a possible collaboration with Instagram's Visionari, in this Josh-only podcast. Josh reported on Loretta in various capacities over the years and he shares some of his thoughts on her. Also, Josh is talking with Visionari about being a guest on Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Who is Visionari? We kickstart the conversation here.… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2331408053-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-with-josh.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Jason Dominguez talks running for Santa Barbara City Council](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-jason) _2026-05-18 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Explore Jason Dominguez's vision for Santa Barbara, his background, and his approach to local governance as he campaigns for District 4 City Council. This interview covers key community issues like housing, fire safety, State Street, and rent stabilization. In this episode: Jason's personal journey from Maywood to Santa Barbara and his legal and international experiences His previous city council… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2323153043-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-jason.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Ryder Christ, Santa Barbara's Street Interviewer, talks with Josh Molina](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-ryder) _2026-05-11 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara Talks: Ryder Christ, Santa Barbara's Street Interviewer, talks with Josh Molina about his transition from News Director at KEYT to man-on-the-street interviewer. Christ opens up about his questions, his character, his approach, his dress, his style and what he learned from John Palminteri. Christ is leading a wave of local social media personalities capturing eyeballs on the South… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2318391944-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-ryder.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Mayor Randy Rowse cancels re-election bid; who will be the next mayor?](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-mayor) _2026-04-14 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara Mayor Randy Rowse won't run for re-election afterall, opening the race wide open for council colleagues Eric Friedman and Kristen Sneddon. Wendy Sims-Moten is also in the contest. Josh Molina talks about what led up to Randy's departure and what happens next on the road to the November mayoral election. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2302518128-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-mayor.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Daily Sound Founder Jeramy Gordon talks newspaper, faith, family, new book](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-daily) _2026-03-28 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Jeramy Gordon started a newspaper in Santa Barbara at the age of 23 years old. For the next seven years, the paper emerged as such a popular media source that expanded with the launch of the Montecito Messenger. In this podcast, Gordon talks about running the newspaper as a young entrepreneur, in the triumphs and challenges, and what led to the paper's closure seven years later. Gordon then talks… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2292070265-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-daily.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Meet Betsy O'Brien, influencer behind The Bets Life podcast and social media](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-meet-betsy) _2026-03-02 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Betsy O'Brien is the host of TheBetsLife podcast, and has crafted a vibrant platform where she focuses on women, business, fashion, fitness and culture, while living her "best life." The Montecito native opens up about her life, her business and what she loves about Santa Barbara. Joshua Molina is a teacher and journalist in Santa Barbara. He is the editor of the Santa Barbara News-Press. This… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2276154899-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-meet-betsy.mp3) ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/aKWE8sSe5Ueq) _2026-03-02 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Christian Alonso: Why Supporting Democratic Candidates Is Critical—Even in Non-Partisan Local Races](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-christian) _2026-02-17 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ In this episode: The role and responsibilities of the Santa Barbara County Democratic Party Why local races matter and how party involvement influences election outcomes Challenges of down-ballot races and voter engagement techniques The significance of endorsements in local elections, including the Santa Barbara mayoral race Fundraising realities for grassroots campaigns and the importance of… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2268044015-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-christian.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Documentary Filmmaker Daniel A. Nelson talks 'Are You My Brother? '](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-documentary-filmmaker-daniel-a-nelson-are-you-my-brother-the-death-and-life-of-marsha-p-johnson) _2026-01-11 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Daniel A. Nelson talk about his compelling, moving documentary "Are You My Brother?" and his many other works, in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Nelson go this start as a journalist at Santa Barbara City College, serving as sports editor of The Channels. He freelanced for the Santa Barbara Daily Sound, and covered the San Francisco Giants before transferring to… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2245756601-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-documentary-filmmaker-daniel-a-nelson-are-you-my-brother-the-death-and-life-of-marsha-p-johnson.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Traveling to China, Japan, Rent Control, Paseo Nuevo, With Oscar Gutierrez](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-traveling-to-china-japan-rent-control-paseo-nuevo-with-oscar-gutierrez) _2026-01-04 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara City Councilman Oscar Gutierrez chats with Santa Barbara News-Press Editor Joshua Molina about why he supports a rent stabilization ordinance in Santa Barbara. He also explains why he backs the plan to build housing at Paseo Nuevo. Gutierrez recently took trips to Japan and China and shares what he learned there. Joshua Molina is.the editor of the Santa Barbara News-Press and a… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2241527087-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-traveling-to-china-japan-rent-control-paseo-nuevo-with-oscar-gutierrez.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Why Top Boss Gets $40,000 Annual Increase in 30 Minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-why-top-boss-gets-40000-annual-increase-in-30-minutes) _2025-11-18 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara City Administrator Kelly McAdoo receive a $40,000 pay increase in salary and compensation. I break down the contract and explain the factors that led up to this and the problems with perception. McAdoo now makes $353,576 annually — and that's just her base. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2214854546-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-why-top-boss-gets-40000-annual-increase-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: The Los Angeles Dodgers in 30 minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-the-los-angeles-dodgers-in-30-minutes) _2025-11-04 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Journalist Josh Molina talks about his love for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and how this year was bittersweet. He recalls his memories from childhood and describes what being a Dodger fan really means to him. Josh Molina is a journalist and college instructor who creates dynamic conversations on the topics of housing, education and politics and much more. Please subscribe! [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2206376507-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-the-los-angeles-dodgers-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: The Cruisery Owner Aron Ashland talks Ebikes, Cars and State Street](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-the-cruisery-owner-aron-ashland-talks-ebikes-cars-and-state-street) _2025-11-04 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara's outspoken Aron Ashland, owner of The Cruisery, talks State Street, ebikes, cars, retail, restaurants and much more in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Ashland has been a vocal critic of Santa Barbara Mayor Randy Rowse. He has followed all of State Street's changes, with parklets, pedlets and outdoor dining. Josh Molina is an award-winning journalist who… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2205882815-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-the-cruisery-owner-aron-ashland-talks-ebikes-cars-and-state-street.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Can Strong Towns SB's Sullivan Israel Save Santa Barbara's State Street?](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-can-strong-towns-sbs-sullivan-israel-save-santa-barbaras-state-street) _2025-10-24 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Sullivan Israel, the leader of Strong Towns SB, joins Josh Molina for an extended conversation about cars, bikes, housing and the future of State Street. Israel is strong advocate of keeping downtown closed to vehicles, amid pressures to re-open the street to cars. Israel, a 25-year-old urban planner, also talks about Paseo Nuevo, downtown housing, gentrification and the upcoming City Council… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2198166139-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-can-strong-towns-sbs-sullivan-israel-save-santa-barbaras-state-street.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: No Kings in 30 Minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-no-kings-in-30-minutes) _2025-10-23 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Journalist Josh Molina talks about his experience covering the No Kings rally in Santa Barbara and offers some analysis on the event. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2197294195-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-no-kings-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Can Placer.AI Data Save State Street?](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-can-placerai-data-save-state-street) _2025-10-20 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Robin Elander, executive director of the Santa Barbara Downtown Improvement Association, talks about re-opening State Street to one lane of cars, as part of a grand vision for State Street. Elander explains how Placer.ai data tracks pedestrian activity. She says that fewer people are returning to key blocks of State Street, while other areas of the city are growing, post-pandemic. Learn all about… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2194684395-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-can-placerai-data-save-state-street.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: State of Santa Barbara Schools in 30 Minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-state-of-santa-barbara-schools-in-30-minutes) _2025-10-17 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ The Santa Barbara Unified School District State of Schools held by the Santa Barbara Education Foundation met on Thursday morning. Here's some of my thoughts and highlight's of the event. Check out the full story in Noozhawk on Saturday. The bottom line -- test scores are up and Superintendent Hilda Maldonado explains why. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2192679791-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-state-of-santa-barbara-schools-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cr2doHBDQuki) _2025-10-17 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [Santa Barbara Talks: 'Under the Cover of Darkness' City Council Meeting in 30 Minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-under-the-cover-of-darkness-city-council-meeting-in-30-minutes) _2025-10-15 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Josh Molina breaks down the Santa Barbara City Council meeting and the controversy over transparency of the rent stabilization ordinance. Councilmember Meagan Harmon said it crafted "Under the Cover of Darkness," and she wants a stronger, better ordinance. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2190858683-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-under-the-cover-of-darkness-city-council-meeting-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Rent Control in 30 Minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-rent-control-in-30-minutes) _2025-10-13 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Journalist Josh Molina breaks down the controversy over the proposed rent control/stabilization ordinance leading up to Tuesday's Santa Barbara City Council meeting. Two members of the council, Wendy Santamaria and Kristen Sneddon have drafted a proposed ordinance and the council will decided whether to place the matter on an agenda for discussion/vote. The proposal calls for rents not to be… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2189563503-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-rent-control-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Paseo Nuevo in 30 Minutes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-paseo-nuevo-in-30-minutes) _2025-10-12 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Journalist Josh Molina kicks off a new series of talking Santa Barbara in 30 minutes. Today Josh dives into Paseo Nuevo and the latest with the plan to dramatically overhaul the iconic Santa Barbara mall. Josh talks about the original plan, how it changed and the controversy over housing, retail and grocery stores planned for the facility. The city also intends to give away the land underneath the… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2188704435-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-paseo-nuevo-in-30-minutes.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Ben Romo Talks Housing Crisis, Relaunch of News-Press, National Divisiveness](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-ben-romo-talks-housing-crisis-relaunch-of-news-press-national-divisiveness) _2025-10-04 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Josh Molina interviews Ben Romo about the housing crisis and what can be done to build more affordability in Santa Barbara. Romo also talks about how he and a team saved the archives of the Santa Barbara News-Press and have led an effort to relaunch the historic newspaper. Joshua Molina is an award-winning journalist who creates compelling conversations with dynamic individuals on the topics of… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2182462555-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-ben-romo-talks-housing-crisis-relaunch-of-news-press-national-divisiveness.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: We all need to do better on social media in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-we-all-need-to-do-better-on-social-media-in-the-aftermath-of-charlie-kirk) _2025-09-29 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Joshua Molina talks about social media and the danger of attacking people online that you don't agree with and how this was revealed in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk murder. Joshua Molina is an award-winning journalist who creates compelling conversations with dynamic individuals on the topics of housing, education, culture, art, politics and so much more. Please consider a contribution at… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2178799099-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-we-all-need-to-do-better-on-social-media-in-the-aftermath-of-charlie-kirk.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Eliot Jacobson Talks AI and Climate Change, Europe Freezing and the Sixth Great Extinction](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-eliot-jacobson-talks-ai-and-climate-change-europe-freezing-and-the-sixth-great-extinction) _2025-09-12 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Dr. Eliot Jacobson, retired professor of mathematics and computer science and doomer talks climate change and the state of Earth in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. The two discuss the following topics: Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) collapse The Sixth Great Extinction AI's Effect on Climate Change Ocean Temperatures Earth's Reflection Glaciers Ocean… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2169560700-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-eliot-jacobson-talks-ai-and-climate-change-europe-freezing-and-the-sixth-great-extinction.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Top 10 List: Josh goes to GOP and Dem Party Barbecues](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-top-10-list-josh-goes-to-gop-and-dem-party-barbecues) _2025-09-05 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Journalist Josh Molina talks about the Labor Day Barbecue events in Santa Barbara at Tucker's Grove. Here is his TOP 10 list of highlights, memories and moments! Josh Molina is a journalist and college instructor who creates dynamic conversations on the topics of housing, education and politics. Please susbcribe! [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2165695449-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-top-10-list-josh-goes-to-gop-and-dem-party-barbecues.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: K-Lite 101.7's Catherine Remak, talks radio, music, news, career, Gary Fruin](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-k-lite-1017s-catherine-remak-talks-radio-music-news-career-gary-fruin) _2025-08-31 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ K-Lite 101.7's Catherine Remak talks about her career as a radio host for music, news and interviews, in this dynamic conversation with Josh Molina of Santa Barbara Talks. Remak discusses changes in radio, how she is remade herself, and why she loves being the familiar and comforting voice in our lives. Remak talks about her career in journalism for more than three decades, and her longtime radio… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2162482596-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-k-lite-1017s-catherine-remak-talks-radio-music-news-career-gary-fruin.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: The Death of Journalism in Gaza](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-the-death-of-journalism-in-gaza) _2025-08-26 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Joshua Molina is a journalist who previously worked at the San Jose Mercury News. In this podcast he talks about the loss of journalists in Gaza and what that means for the truth and storytelling. Please hit subscribe on YouTube and visit santabarbaratalks.com [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2159754225-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-the-death-of-journalism-in-gaza.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Mina Wahab Talks Journalism, TMZ, Movies, Identity, Telling Stories Her Way](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-mina-wahab-talks-journalism-tmz-movies-identity-telling-stories-her-way) _2025-08-24 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Mina Wahab is a journalist in Santa Barbara who works as a multimedia reporter and anchor for KEYT 3. In this podcast, Wahab reveals what motivates her to find stories and why it is important to tell stories through a diverse lens. She also shares about her past at TMZ, TYT, and her work in entertainment journalism. She also discusses her love for movies. Wahab offers a glistening portrait off her… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2158574994-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-mina-wahab-talks-journalism-tmz-movies-identity-telling-stories-her-way.mp3) ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/DH7jEhThMKsM) _2025-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Josh Calls Immigration Raids that Separate Families Despicable](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/video1826212799_v1) _2025-07-15 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara Talks host Josh Molina talks the recent immigration raids and their impact on families. Regardless of your views on immigration, illegal immigration or whatever you want to call it, I am comfortable saying, even in my role as a journalist, that I find it despicable that children are separated from their families in these raids. I find it horrific that some people overlook this fact… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2130699612-user-676689026-video1826212799_v1.mp3) ## [Teen Star Winner Naomi Jane Sings and Talks about Her Songs, Career Rise](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/teen-star-winner-naomi-jane-sings-and-talks-about-her-songs-career-rise) _2025-07-12 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara Teen Star Naomi Jane performs six songs, Lightning, Tacobell, Passenger Princess, Like Like, Love You, Press Send and Mr. Incognito in this exclusive podcast with Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Naomi Jane explains the stories behind her songs and why she was inspired to write them. Josh Molina and Naomi Jane are also joined by Michele Voigt, Naomi Jane's mother, who talks… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2128721478-user-676689026-teen-star-winner-naomi-jane-sings-and-talks-about-her-songs-career-rise.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Josh Rants About the Dangers of Politicians Suing the News Media](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-josh-rants-about-the-dangers-of-politicians-suing-the-news-media) _2025-07-01 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Joshua Molina is a journalist, community college instructor and podcaster who creates dynamic conversations on the most important issues of the day. In this episode Josh talks about the downsides of elected officials suing the news media when they disagree or don't like coverage. He makes a case for fierce defense of the First Amendment. Follow Josh on Instagram @motownjoshnews. Visit… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2122789941-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-josh-rants-about-the-dangers-of-politicians-suing-the-news-media.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: What is 'The Barbara', the new beach club in Santa Barbara](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-what-is-the-barbara-the-new-beach-club-in-santa-barbara) _2025-06-19 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ The City of Santa Barbara has launched a beach club. Brian Jones joins Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina to talk about "The Barbara," and what it means for Santa Barbara. The program offers a chance for people to pay a fee to enjoy the beach with a variety of amenities, including towels, seating area, umbrellas games and food. It is a new concept for Santa Barbara and Jones is here to explain… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2116297845-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-what-is-the-barbara-the-new-beach-club-in-santa-barbara.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: The 1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake and How it Changed Everything](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-the-1925-santa-barbara-earthquake-and-how-it-changed-everything) _2025-05-26 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Architect Greg Rech and writer and author Betsy J. Green join Josh Molina for a fascinating discussion about the 1925 Santa Barbara earthquake and how the community built its way out of. Also visit https://eq25.org/ for the story of the quake and learn more at the Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2102653905-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-the-1925-santa-barbara-earthquake-and-how-it-changed-everything.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Teddy Cabugos and Kalon Baird Talk Legalizing Hemp Beverages](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-teddy-cabugos-and-kalon-baird-talk-legalizing-hemp-beverages) _2025-05-13 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Sunstone President Teddy Cabugos and Splash Nano Co-Founder Kalon Baird talk with Journalist Josh Molina about the effort to legalize hemp beverages. Cabugos and Baird have developed a hemp beverage and are working to educate the public and lawmakers about hemp. Learn all about hemp beverages and their efforts to make it as ubiquitous as other drinks. Josh Molina is an award-winning journalist who… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2094754794-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-teddy-cabugos-and-kalon-baird-talk-legalizing-hemp-beverages.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Talking La Cumbre Plaza Housing Projects with Planning Commissioner John Baucke](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-talking-la) _2025-04-14 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara City Planning Commissioner John Baucke talks about two La Cumbre Plaza housing projects with journalist Josh Molina, in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks. Baucke explains his concerns about a 443-unit project for the Sears side of the plaza. He also offers his views on the Macy's project on the other side of the mall. The conversation also shifts to affordable housing and… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2077978508-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-talking-la.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Keep the Funk SB Ready to Fight 250-Room Hotel at California Coastal Commission](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-keep-the-funk-sb-ready-to-fight-250-room-hotel-at-california-coastal-commission) _2025-04-01 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Brittany Zagic and Gareth Kelly join Josh Molina on the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks to talk about their effort to preserve Santa Barbara's Funk Zone. They are fighting against a 250-room hotel proposed for 101 Garden Street. The want the hotel reduced in size or turned into housing to help preserve the charm and culture of the Funk Zone. Check out their points and perspective in this… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2068996820-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-keep-the-funk-sb-ready-to-fight-250-room-hotel-at-california-coastal-commission.mp3) ## [SBT with Josh Molina: Housing Leader Explains Why Section 8 Vouchers in Santa Barbara Are Halted](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/sbt-with-josh-molina-housing-leader-explains-why-section-8-vouchers-in-santa-barbara-are-halted) _2025-03-28 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Rob Fredericks, executive director of the Santa Barbara Housing Authority, explains why he is halting new section 8 housing vouchers, the reasoning and who it affects. He also gives an update on the latest Housing Authority developments, including Bella Vista and Jacaranda Court, among others. Joshua Molina is an award-winning journalist, podcaster, and college instructor who creates compelling… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2065726376-user-676689026-sbt-with-josh-molina-housing-leader-explains-why-section-8-vouchers-in-santa-barbara-are-halted.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Santa Barbara Teen Star Naomi Jane Voigt, Chloe Voit and Kian Strenn Speak Out Against Cuts to Music & Theater](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-santa-barbara-teen-star-naomi-jane-voigt-chloe-voit-and-kian-strenn-speak-out-against-cuts-to-music-theater) _2025-03-22 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Santa Barbara Teen Star Naomi Jane Voigt, Chloe Voigt, founder of YouthClusive and Kian Strenn, San Marcos High School ASB President, open up about their views on the Santa Barbara Unified School District attempt to cut teacher positions instead of administration. The three talk about the epic 8-hour meeting that ended about 3 a.m. and how they felt disrespected and unheard by some board members,… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2060786548-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-santa-barbara-teen-star-naomi-jane-voigt-chloe-voit-and-kian-strenn-speak-out-against-cuts-to-music-theater.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Meet Sullivan Israel, Santa Barbara's Bicycle Champion](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-meet-sullivan-israel-santa-barbaras-bicycle-champion) _2025-02-28 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ He's only 24, but already, Sullivan Israel is one of Santa Barbara's most influential people. He founded the local Strong Towns SB and has been advocated for safer streets for all types of transportation. Sullivan wants Santa Barbara to move away from planning with a car as the main focus and instead make all ways of transportation an equal option. He wants to bring more housing to the downtown… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2044544088-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-meet-sullivan-israel-santa-barbaras-bicycle-champion.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Andy Caldwell Blasts Proposed $58,000 Pay Raise for SB County Supervisors](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-andy-caldwell-blasts-proposed-58000-pay-raise-for-sb-county-supervisors) _2025-02-22 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors want to increase their pay by $58,000 annually. They are set to vote on the matter Tuesday, Feb. 25. Conservative Andy Caldwell has been vocal about the proposed raise, calling it "obscene." In this podcast he talks with Josh Molina about the pay raise, why he objects to it, and why he believes it is a part-time job. Caldwell also discusses the… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2040131360-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-andy-caldwell-blasts-proposed-58000-pay-raise-for-sb-county-supervisors.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Documentary Filmmaker Leslie Zemeckis Talks the Power of Tell Women's Untold Tories](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-documentary-filmmaker-leslie-zemeckis-talks-the-power-of-tell-womens-untold-tories) _2025-02-01 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Storyteller Leslie Zemeckis talks with Josh Molina about her award-winning, women-centered films that tell the lost stories of powerful women in history. Her most recent documentary Grandes Horizontales tells the story of mid-1805s courtesans who accumulated wealth, power and property by breaking the rules, when women could now marry or work outside of their class. From her website… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2023654584-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-documentary-filmmaker-leslie-zemeckis-talks-the-power-of-tell-womens-untold-tories.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Peter Lewis Talks Apartment Sale to UCSB, Cost Plus World Market Future](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-peter-lewis-talks-apartment-sale-to-ucsb-cost-plus-world-market-future) _2025-01-20 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Developer Peter Lewis pulls back the curtain and talks about the blockbuster deal to sell the 81-unit Soltara Apartments in downtown Santa Barbara to UCSB. Lewis explains how the deal went down and why it was necessary to do so. He also talks about State Street housing, downtown, commercial conversions, and the Cost Plus World Market. Joshua Molina is a journalist, college professor and podcaster… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2013365987-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-peter-lewis-talks-apartment-sale-to-ucsb-cost-plus-world-market-future.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Journalist Jerry Roberts Talks Trump, Substack, Local Media Landscape, Roy Lee, Das Williams](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-journalist-jerry-roberts-talks-trump-substack-local-media-landscape-roy-lee-das-williams) _2025-01-05 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Newsmakers with JR editor Jerry Roberts talks about his switch to Substack as a distribution platform in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Roberts explains what the change means, and his vision for the site, created in 2014 with Hap Freund, which provides analysis, commentary and enterprise journalism about Santa Barbara public affairs. Roberts also discusses the broader… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2001861107-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-journalist-jerry-roberts-talks-trump-substack-local-media-landscape-roy-lee-das-williams.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: County Supervisor Das Williams Part 2, Talks Cannabis, Assembly, Sacramento](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-county-supervisor-das-williams-part-2-talks-cannabis-assembly-sacramento) _2024-12-23 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ This is part 2 of a 3-part series with Das Williams, outing Santa Barbara County First District Supervisor. Williams is the longest-serving elected official in the county. He was first elected to the Santa Barbara City Council in 2003. After an unsuccessful bid at re-election in 2024, Williams is looking at his next move, which likely will involve working in an environmental field, to focus on… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/1992964035-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-county-supervisor-das-williams-part-2-talks-cannabis-assembly-sacramento.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: John Davies Talks Trump, Das Williams, Alejandra Gutierrez, Meagan Harmon](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/2fffde6d-cb9d-4509-ab39-2a654b1e2068) _2024-12-09 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ John Davies is Santa Barbara's premiere conservative political mind. He sits down with Josh Molina for an in-depth discussion on conservative politics across the nation and locally and discusses why he believes Trump defeated Kamala Harris in November. Davies, the founder and CEO of Davies Public Affairs and Blaze PR, also has deep knowledge of Santa Barbara County politics. Davies talks about… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/1978135719-user-676689026-2fffde6d-cb9d-4509-ab39-2a654b1e2068.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Das Williams Talks City Council Years, Grudges, Failures, Successes (PART 1)](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-das-williams-talks-city-council-years-grudges-failures-successes-part-1) _2024-12-01 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Das Williams joins Josh Molina to talk about the early part of his life and career in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks. Williams explains how his early work for CAUSE, field representative for Hannah-Beth Jackson and campaign manager for the No on Recall campaign against Gail Marshall led to a successful run for Santa Barbara City Council. He shares about his "troubled" childhood, growing… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/1971204451-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-das-williams-talks-city-council-years-grudges-failures-successes-part-1.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Dr. David Moore Talks Trump, Kamala Harris, Democrats, Gaza](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-dr-david-moore-talks-trump-kamala-harris-democrats-gaza) _2024-11-12 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Rev. David Moore sits down with Josh Molina to talk about Trump's victory in the presidential contest, why and how it happened, and what it means for the country. He also shares his thoughts on Democrats, whether they turned their backs on working people, and how the situation in Gaza affected the presidential outcome. Moore also shares his views on local political issues, including rent control… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/1956821963-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-dr-david-moore-talks-trump-kamala-harris-democrats-gaza.mp3) ## [Santa Barbara Talks: Dr. Eliot Jacobson Talks Presidential Candidates, Hurricanes](https://soundcloud.com/user-676689026/santa-barbara-talks-dr-eliot-jacobson-talks-presidential-candidates-hurricanes) _2024-10-26 · Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina_ Dr. Eliot Jacobson, professor of mathematics and computer science returns to Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina to talk about the major weather storm currently hitting California. Jacobson explains why it is happening, and why we should expect more extreme weather events. Jacobson also talks about what it means to be an environmental doomer (it's not what you think), and expresses his… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/1942779059-user-676689026-santa-barbara-talks-dr-eliot-jacobson-talks-presidential-candidates-hurricanes.mp3)