Listen Where You Live™ National Leader. Local Podcasting.
✦Listen Where You Live™✦National Leader. Local Podcasting.
✦Listen Where You Live™✦National Leader. Local Podcasting.
Our team
Passionate voices. Powerful mission.
We’re a diverse team of storytellers, producers, engineers, and community champions united by one mission: to amplify local voices and strengthen communities through the power of podcasting.
Meet the team
Charles Parisi
CEO
A lifelong entrepreneur and community advocate. Charles founded Cloudcast Media to create a national network that celebrates local stories and drives meaningful impact. For media inquiries, contact alessandra@cloudcastmedia.us.
A lifelong entrepreneur and community advocate. Charles founded Cloudcast Media to create a national network that celebrates local stories and drives meaningful impact. For media inquiries, contact alessandra@cloudcastmedia.us.
Connectivity Capitalist
Building a movement that connects communities coast to coast.
Community First
Believes in the power of local shows to inspire, educate, and bring people together.
Impact Driven
Focused on creating opportunities and lasting impact through media.
Jeffry Haber
COO, CFO
Jeffry has experience in a wide range of companies and businesses, including financial services, laundromats, bowling center, hotel, private foundation, real estate, and of course, podcasting.
Jeffry has experience in a wide range of companies and businesses, including financial services, laundromats, bowling center, hotel, private foundation, real estate, and of course, podcasting
Academic
for 21 years was editor-chief and publisher of a highly rated academic publication, "The Journal of Theoretical Accounting Research"
Author
wrote 2 books ("Accounting Demystified" and "What if Everything We Knew About Investing Was Wrong?")
Comedian
was a stand-up comedian
David Varcardipone
Partner, Director, Cloudcast Philly & SchoolCAST
David is a seasoned law enforcement and military professional with decades of experience in community relations, public safety, leadership, and building strong partnerships.
David is a seasoned law enforcement and military professional with decades of experience in community relations, public safety, leadership, and building strong partnerships between government agencies and the communities they serve.
Proven Leadership
Decades of experience leading personnel, programs, and public-safety initiatives.
Community Partnership
Built trusted relationships between law enforcement, government, businesses, and community organizations.
Collaborative Problem-Solving
United diverse groups to address public safety, youth development, and neighborhood concerns.
Drew Schlosberg
Partner, Host
Drew is a relentless and longtime champion of organizations, companies and leaders who elevate good in our region. Drew is the host of multiple Cloudcast shows including Spotlight on the Community for twenty years, and Mission San Diego Military for eighteen years.
Drew is a relentless and longtime champion of organizations, companies and leaders who elevate good in our region. Drew is the host of multiple Cloudcast shows including Spotlight on the Community for twenty years, and Mission San Diego Military for eighteen years.
Podcasting Veteran
As a 20-year podcast host, Drew has developed the skills to make anyone comfortable on mic
Great Voice
Has the ideal voice for a podcast due to his time both podcasting and at the San Diego Union-Tribune
San Diego Super Connector
Knows everyone in San Diego and frequently gives people “Homework” to connect or collaborate
Brandon Joe
Executive Producer, Strategic/Relationship Director
A young entrepreneur and curious mind, Brandon joined Cloudcast Media after being a guest on Spotlight On The Community and has dedicated to building local communities ever since.
More about Brandon
Executive Producer, Strategic/Relationship Director
A young entrepreneur and curious mind, Brandon joined Cloudcast Media after being a guest on Spotlight On The Community and has dedicated to building local communities ever since.
Operations Ideator
Focused on building the systems that drive consistency and success throughout the company
Quick Communicator
Responds to your text or email before you even click off of the app or website.
Charles Clone
Absorbs all the Charles-isms and digesting learnings gained from observing Charles
Tommy Hendler
Chief Technology Officer
Tommy Hendler is a military leader, entrepreneur, and Christian ministry leader who is passionate about connecting people and using media to strengthen communities. He is also the co-host of the Rally Point Actual podcast.
Tommy Hendler is a military leader, entrepreneur, and Christian ministry leader who is passionate about connecting people, developing leaders, and using media to strengthen communities. He is also the co-host of the Rally Point Actual podcast.
Servant Leadership
Passionate about developing people, building relationships, and creating opportunities for others to succeed.
Faith & Outreach
Driven by his Christian faith and passionate about encouraging others through teaching, outreach, and service.
Family, Podcasts & Coke Zero
Husband, dad, podcast host, and rarely far from a Coke Zero.
Elsa Morales Roth
Host
Elsa is a integrated community advocate who leads organizations, serves on multiple boards, and volunteers at even more nonprofits. As a dedicated latina in our company, she hosts our ¡Impacto! show.
Elsa is a integrated community advocate who leads organizations, serves on multiple boards, and volunteers at even more nonprofits. As a dedicated latina in our company, she hosts our ¡Impacto! show. Elsa also serves as the CEO of the Emilio Nares Foundation, one of San Diego's revered social impact organizations.
International and Cross-Sector Lens
Brings an international outlook shaped by years of working across government, business, and nonprofit spaces in U.S. and Latin America.
Conversations That Inspire
Loves creating honest conversations filled with insight, joy, and critical thinking—where people can share the stories, ideas, and experiences that have shaped them.
Human Stories, Global Perspectives
Curious about people, what makes them who they are, and the unique ways they contribute to our communities and the world.
Jose Cruz
Host
A born gap minder, Jose believes, "Everyone has a super power that equips them for a life of purpose." He hosts "The Gap Minders." Jose is also the CEO of the San Diego Council on Literacy.
A born gap minder, Jose believes, "Everyone has a super power that equips them for a life of purpose." He hosts "The Gap Minders." Jose is also the CEO of the San Diego Council on Literacy.
Celebrated Table Athlete
An award-winning table hockey player.
Two-Time President
A two-time past-president of the Downtown San Diego Lions Club.
Word Disciple
a proud disciple of word man, Richard Lederer.
Kimberly King
Host
Kimberly King Media is a boutique, impact-driven PR & Media firm founded by Emmy Award-winning former broadcaster Kimberly King. She host "Live Local, Give Local"
Kimberly King Media is a boutique, impact-driven PR & Media firm founded by Emmy Award-winning former broadcaster Kimberly King, helping leaders and organizations tell compelling stories, elevate their visibility, and make a meaningful impact. She host "Live Local, Give Local"
Emmy Award-Winning Media Expertise
Kimberly brings more than 20 years of major-market television experience as an NBC and CBS host, reporter, and two-time Emmy Award winner.
Impact-Driven, Faith-Based Storytelling
Grounded in her Catholic faith, Kimberly shares uplifting stories that illuminate important causes, celebrate changemakers, and inspire people to strengthen their communities.
Professionally Trained in Broadcast Media
Her major-market newsroom experience brings polished interviewing, reporting, scriptwriting, on-camera, production, and media-coaching skills to every conversation.
Kristen Fogle
Host
Kristen Fogle is a writer, theater artist, and longtime San Diego arts advocate who loves discovering the people and stories behind the city's creative scene. She hosts our "Arts & Culture 180"
Kristen Fogle is a writer, theater artist, and longtime San Diego arts advocate who loves discovering the people and stories behind the city's creative scene. She hosts our "Arts & Culture 180"
Arts Obsessed
Has been involved in theater for more than three decades and is the long-time Executive Director of San Diego Writers, Ink
Curious By Nature
Loves finding the unexpected, asking questions, and going down the occasional arts-and-culture rabbit hole
Powered By Coffee
A fan of fluffy dogs, good conversations, and the wonderfully weird things that make San Diego unique.
Rebecca Jones
Founding Host
A defender of her community, Rebecca is a curious-minded and honest communicator. She is the Founding Host of SheEO and is involved in the national expansion of SheEO.
A defender of her community, Rebecca is a curious-minded and honest communicator. She is the Founding Host of SheEO and is involved in the national expansion of SheEO.
Woman Advocate
As someone in a male-dominated space, she is able to connect deeply with the women on the show
Straightforward Communicator
States what's on her mind and is honest with her actions
Experienced Podcaster
Hosted more than 100 episodes of SheEO
Christelle Auzas
Editor
A dedicated storyteller, Christelle is the podcast editor for Cloudcast Media. She advocates for community-led stories through both audio and visual media.
A dedicated storyteller, Christelle is the podcast editor for Cloudcast Media. She advocates for community-led stories through both audio and visual media.
Focused Editor
Focused on authentic stories and precise editing.
San Diego Hearted
Usually found surfing or at the beach after work.
Environment lover
Passionate about environmental advocacy.
Erin Tanner
Social Media Manager
A connector at heart, Erin helps people and communities bridge the gap between self-discovery and meaningful action amplifying Spotlight on the Community.
A connector at heart, Erin helps people and communities bridge the gap between self-discovery and meaningful action-bringing that exact spark of curiosity and love for local culture to her work amplifying the powerful stories and everyday heroes behind Spotlight on the Community.
Community Voices
Elevating local changemakers and initiatives through audio storytelling.
Connection Capital
Building visibility between networks, educational pathways, and the workforce.
Collaboration Always
Uniting who you are with what you do through authentic partnerships and shared purpose.
Mike Vanzetta
Editor
An Emmy-winning media entrepreneur with more than 23 years in broadcasting, Michael VanZetta creates innovative media experiences that connect communities.
An Emmy-winning media entrepreneur with more than 23 years in broadcasting, Michael VanZetta creates innovative media experiences that connect communities, elevate meaningful stories, and rethink how people discover local information.
Media Innovator
Combines decades of broadcast experience with new technology to create more personalized, interactive ways for communities to discover news, events and information.
Community Storyteller
Believes powerful local media starts with authentic stories that inform, connect and give a voice to people and organizations making a difference.
Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur
Founder of PiZetta Media and creator of MyNeighborhood, developing media products and partnerships that combine technology, local content and storytelling with a purpose.
Chase Lacny
Associate Producer
Chase Lacny is a young Associate Producer and student at SDSU who implements Cloudcast's new initiatives, Cloudcast 180, with speed.
Nicole is majoring in Business Administration in Marketing with an emphasis in Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC), while minoring in Digital and Social Media Studies. She is also a certified Yoga Sculpt Teacher, combining her passion for health, fitness, and helping others.
Yoga Guru
Loves teaching Heated Yoga Sculpt
Travel Head
Loves traveling and spending time with her friends and family
Tennis Talented
Loves to play tennis and is a member of the SDSU Tennis Team
Paris Wilson
Associate Producer
Paris is a young student at SDSU and associate producer who is quick with insights and confidently operates in social spaces. She also co-hosts "Grandmaster"
Paris is a young student at SDSU and associate producer who is quick with insights and confidently operates in social spaces. She also co-hosts "Grandmaster"
Conversation Connoisseur
Always loves connecting with people regardless of where she is
Professional People Watcher
Enjoys sipping a coffee or hanging out at the park while observing people
Chronic Picture Taker
Believes everything needs to be forever cemented as a photo
Shreyasi Mukund
Associate Producer
Shreyasi is a curious high school student who loves to explore new things and grow her collection of experience in life while leaving a positive impact.
Shreyasi is a curious high school student who loves to explore new things and grow her collection of experience in life while also leaving a positive impact on the world
Nighttime Walker
Enjoys nighttime walks with friends
Born dancer
Has been dancing ever since she was a young kid
Instagram-aholic
Spends a little too much time scrolling on reels
Valeria Diaz
Associate Producer
A natural people-person and lifelong explorer, Valeria is passionate about connecting people, exploring new cultures, and turning creative ideas into experiences.
A natural people-person and lifelong explorer, Valeria is passionate about connecting people, exploring new cultures, and turning creative ideas into experiences that bring people together.
Community-Driven
Passionate about connecting people and making a meaningful difference.
Explorer
Loves discovering new cities, beaches, restaurants, and hidden gems.
Advocate
Uses her voice, creativity, and experiences to create opportunities, amplify others, and leave a lasting impact.
Cheryl Morrow
Collaborator
A second-generation beauty innovator and Afro Hair Science authority, Cheryl carries forward the Willie Morrow legacy. She hosts "Grandmaster"
A second-generation beauty innovator and Afro Hair Science authority, Cheryl carries forward the Willie Morrow legacy through education, enterprise, cultural preservation, and the future of textured-hair commerce. She hosts "Grandmaster"
Legacy Steward
Advancing six decades of Morrow innovation, research, and intellectual property.
Beauty Authority
Transforming inherited mastery into education, standards, and new industry systems
Beauty Futurist
Building House of Morrow and BeEthnica as global platforms for beauty, ownership, and opportunity
One Team. One Mission. Every Community
We’re proud of the work we do and even more proud of the people who make it possible.
