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Ojai: Talk of the Town

A look at the community of Ojai - an astonishingly beautiful village of 7,500 people perched on the eastern edge of the Pacific Rim. From the people who bring you Ojai Quarterly, Ojai Monthly and Ojai Vortex.

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01:07:17

Wine to Wheels to Gelato: Sanders Marvin's Sweet Journey

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2025/02/06

What do South African wines, the auto industry, and gelato have in common? Ojai's own Sanders Marvin. He joins us to talk about closing his shop next to the Arcade, and focusing on catering, popup events and wholesale of his distinctive gourmet frozen treats known for innovative flavors such as Pixie Had a Moment, Valhrona Chocolate and Godfather Sicilian Pistachio.In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we sit down with the founder of Sanders & Sons, Ojai’s go-to spot for handcrafted

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01:05:51

🎶 Verdi, Violetta & the Songs of Freedom: Howard...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2025/01/30

We sit down with author Howard Smith to discuss his latest novel, "Viva Verdi & Violetta." This immersive historical tale dives deep into the life and struggles of Giuseppe Verdi, his muse Giuseppina Strepponi, and the revolutionary fervor of the Italian Risorgimento of the mid-19th century.Told through the watchful, and witty, mind of his close friend, a restaurateur and retired opera singer, the novel brings to life Verdi’s rise as a composer, the artistic and political battles of

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01:13:37

Rick Knight on Aldo Leopold: Conservation,...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2025/01/23

In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we sit down with Aldo Leopold scholar Rick Knight for a thought-provoking conversation about one of the most influential voices in conservation history. Rick takes us on a journey through Leopold's life, from his transformative years in the Gila Wilderness of New Mexico to his beloved shack in Wisconsin’s Driftless area.We explore Leopold’s revolutionary insights on the relationship between people and the land, his pioneering concept of the "land

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01:09:48

Hot Tips to Keep Your Property Cool: Wildfire Wisdom...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2025/01/17

In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we sit down with Jessica Thompson, owner of Green Goddess Garden, to discuss the vital steps homeowners and communities can take to protect their properties from the ever-present threat of wildfires. With recent devastation in Pacific Palisades and Los Angeles serving as a stark reminder, Jessica shares her expertise on creating defensible spaces, adopting responsible building practices, and restoring native plants to enhance resilience.Jessica also talked

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01:15:17

TedX Ojai & Writing Wisdom with Kristen McGuinness...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2025/01/09

In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we sit down with Kristen McGuinness — author, writing coach, and the fearless organizer behind the upcoming TEDx Ojai event on Sunday, February 2nd. From 10 am to 4 pm, an impressive lineup of speakers will take the stage to share thought-provoking ideas, fascinating stories, and maybe a few surprises, all with the stunning Ojai backdrop.But this conversation is much more than just a preview of the event. Kristen shares wild tales from her time in the

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01:11:20

Wendy Barker's Decade of Museum Transformation

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2025/01/02

In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we celebrate Wendy Barker's remarkable ten-year journey as the executive director of the Ojai Valley Museum. Wendy has revitalized this cornerstone of our community, bringing in a dynamic, younger board of directors, curating awe-inspiring exhibits, and creating events that have reinvigorated local interest and engagement.As the current Rotary Club president, Wendy’s leadership extends beyond the museum, reflecting her commitment to making Ojai a better

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01:36:37

Peter Deneen's Journey from Coast Guard to Conservation

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/12/26

After chasing drug runners on the high seas as a Coast Guard officer and reporting on climate change for GlacierHub, Peter Deneen has found his true calling in the rugged landscapes of Ojai Valley. As the new Executive Director of Keep Sespe Wild, Deneen brings his distinct blend of military precision, journalistic insight, and environmental passion to one of Southern California's most precious wilderness areas.His path to conservation leadership reads like an adventure novel – surviving a mountain

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01:22:34

Lucy Bellwood: Adventures in Art, Community & Connection

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/12/20

In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we sit down with Lucy Bellwood, the adventure cartoonist behind beloved works like Demon Dialogues and Baggywrinkles. Known for her vibrant illustrations and thoughtful reflections on creativity, this Ojai-raised artist has returned after years in the Pacific Northwest, finding inspiration not only in our natural beauty but in the connections she’s built with the community.Lucy shares details about her Boxing Day event, (Dec. 26th, Basic Premise gallery,

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01:22:10

"Always the Music" With Tom Morris

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/12/13

Ojai Talk of the Town welcomes Tom Morris, a titan of the classical music world, for a deep dive into his extraordinary memoir, Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for Orchestras." With decades of leadership at the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Cleveland Orchestra, Tom shaped the future of two of America’s most revered symphonies. As artistic director of the Ojai Music Festival for 16 years, he brought bold programming and visionary collaborations to the forefront of

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01:03:39

A Life Aloft with Tracey Curtis-Taylor

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/12/06

Tracey Curtis-Taylor, (on the cover of the Winter OQ) is an adventurous aviator, who has retraced some of the most epic routes in flying history, from Capetown to London across the length of Africa, retracing Lady Heath's journey in 1928, and another from England to Australia, flying the same route as Amy Johnson in 1930.She now flies a 1940 Boeing Steerman, and joins the Commemorative Air Force in Camarillo in their events. Curtis-Taylor has created an educational program designed to get more

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01:03:35

What Looks Like Bravery with Laurel Braitman

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2024/12/01

In a repost of a fan favorite from 2022, Laurel S. Braitman (re-)joins the podcast to talk about her most recent book, "What Looks Like Bravery: A Journey Through Love & Loss" about losing her father to cancer and finding herself in the process.She is the Writer-in-Residence at the Stanford School of Medicine. Her work has appeared in The Guardian,[5] The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company,[6] The New Inquiry,[7] Salon,[8] and a variety of other publications. She is a summa cum laude graduate of

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01:02:08

Going "Chimp Crazy" with Eric Goode

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/11/20

In this podcast episode, Eric Goode, founder of the Turtle Conservancy and an acclaimed conservationist, opens up about his latest project, Chimp Crazy. Following the success of Tiger King, which helped pass the Big Cat Safety Act, Goode aims to do the same for chimpanzees. The show shines a spotlight on Tonia Haddix, a colorful character whose chaotic attempts to shelter Tonka, a former movie-star chimp, from PETA and the actor Alan Cumming, create the heart of the four-part series. Beyond the

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01:04:41

On Death & Dying in Ojai with Cheserae Scala

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/11/15

Cheserae Scala is a certified Death Midwife, bringing families together around a dying loved one, facilitating the transition and providing ceremonies and sacred rites, grief counseling, death-care directives, after-death care and funeral planning.She talked about growing up in northern Michigan to an entrepreneurial family, and how her mother's terminal cancer diagnose awoke in her the desire to serve people as they deal with inevitable. She speaks about the taboos about talking frankly about

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01:08:37

Douglas Parker: From Watergate to the World Series

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2024/11/08

Doug Parker is a retired attorney who worked for the legendary Len Garment in a white-shoe NYC law firm. After his narrow loss to JFK in 1960, the firm gained a new partner, Richard Nixon. When Nixon regained the White House in 1968, he brought along some of his former associates, including Doug. When the Watergate scandal broke, Parker represented President Nixon in front of the "steely-eyed Judge Sirica" during one of the most tumultuous political moments in American history (until now).We also

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00:50:54

Ask Me Anything With Bret Bradigan

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/11/01

The long-delayed AMA episode is here! Expect to learn why I do the podcast, who's listening, and from where, future plans and projects.Mostly, I've been gathering listeners' questions and feedback and wanted to share those with the rest of our listeners. There's a few criticisms (ouch!) which I promise to take onboard. And a criticism or two that while well-intended, weren't well informed, so thanks for the opportunity to clarify. Any failure of communication is on me. If I didn't ask your

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01:03:44

Tall Tales & True Lies with Bil Lepp & Kara Lakes :...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/10/22

The Ojai Storytelling Festival takes place October 24-27 this year with events at the Ojai Art Center and Libbey Bowl with a roster including the country's top practitioners of this ancient art form. Bil Lepp, host of the History Channel's Man v. History show, five-time winner of the West Virginia Liars Contest and author of 28 books and audio collections, joins festival director Kara Lakes for a bracing, fast-pacing discussion.Lepp talks about his family of storytellers, his close bonds with

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01:04:13

Ship of Fire, Hearts of Steel: John Mawson on the...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/10/17

John Mawson returns to the podcast after successfully launching his "Unsinkable" project with partner Misha Crosby. Unsinkable follows the adventures of the 16 surviving crew members of the San Demetrio, a fuel ship abandoned on a North Atlantic convoy crossing in 1940 after being attacked by a German "Wolf Pack." After floating at sea for several days and nights, the crew was left with no choice but to execute an audacious plan: reboard the vessel, extinguish the fire, then heroically repair the

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01:03:37

Healing Our Heroes with Atz Kilcher & Miriam Jones

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/10/12

Ojai's newest performing venue will be the site of a special benefit for veterans, "Heroes Healing: Songs from the Wilderness," on November 2 from 3 to 7 pm. It's being organized by Open Circle Foundation and Heroes Healing Homestead in Homer, Alaska, to provide a wilderness therapy experience for veterans suffering from service-related PTSD. Joining us on the podcast are Open Circle's founder Miriam Jones and Heroes Healing's Atz Kilcher. If that name sounds familiar, it should. Kilcher was the

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01:12:20

Talking Culture Change with Tom Krause

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/10/03

Thomas R. Krause, Ph.D, is the co-founder of Behavioral Sciences Technology and a recognized expert in risk assessment and workplace culture. He's helped corporations and government agencies navigate major events, such as NASA's Columbia shuttle disaster and to prevent these tragedies from recurring.He recently published his fifth book, "If Your Culture Could Talk," in which he takes us through the challenges facing a company's CEO after a major disaster, in which the company's culture was

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01:08:18

Ojai Studio Artists Tour with Christopher Noxon &...

Ojai: Talk of the Town ·

2024/09/27

The Ojai Studio Artists Tour (Oct. 12-14) kicks off this year with a reception on Friday, Oct. 11th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Ojai Valley Museum. Then on Saturday, Sunday and Monday (Columbus Day holiday) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 63 local artists open their homes to the public. Tickets are only $20 and go to fund scholarships for aspiring young artists.Painter Christopher Noxon and ceramicist Suze Glazebrook talk about how the organization has evolved during its 40 years of history, how it honors its

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