Community Spotlight Show

Hosted ByDrew Schlosberg

The Community Spotlight Show Is Hosted By Drew Schlosberg, Community And Public Relations Manager For The San Diego Union-Tribune, Profiles Non-Profits, Community Organizations And Heros That Are Making A Difference.

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Renowned Cardiologist: Significant Increase in Younger Stroke Victims

Dr. Nieca Goldberg, a nationally recognized cardiologist and author (Complete Guide to Women’s Health), talks about strokes and stroke prevention.

Demystifying the World of CBD Through Research and Events

Celeste Miranda, CEO and Founders of MACE Media Group, chats about her organization’s mission to disseminate the most accurate and current information about CBD Research. Miranda discusses MACE’s CannaFarm Con event that is slated for August 1-2 at the Paradise Point Resort in San Diego.

Transforming Underserved Youth Through Academic Mentorship and Urban Squash

Renato Paiva, Executive Director of Access Youth Academy, is joined by Susan Taylor, an Access Youth Academy Board member, to talk about the extraordinary success of the Academy that makes a 12-year commitment to underserved students beginning in 7th grade and ending after their college years.

High Octane International Thriller: RED Hotel

Gary Grossman, Co-Author of the international thriller RED Hotel, chats about the high octane book that incorporates the elements of a hair-raising suspense novel — terrorism; espionage; Russian involvement – much of it based on real-life events.

Helping those with Neurological Disease and Injury

John Montieth, Founder and Executive Director of Adapt Functional Movement Center, is joined by Eric Glader, Co-Founder and CEO of PowerDot, In., discuss how they have collaborated to help those diagnosed with neurodegenerative conditions, such as MS.

Mark Twain Comes Alive at Write Out Loud’s TwainFest

Veronica Murphy, Artistic Director of Write Out Loud, is joined by Pamela Brittain, a teacher and performer for the organization, talk about the production of the 10th Annual TwainFest that will be held on August 17 at Old Town Park. Murphy and Brittain discuss Write Out Loud’s Story Concert...

Teaching Students and Adults About Healthy Cooking Through Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center

Claire Groebner, Director of Development for the Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center, chats about the Center’s mission, programs and events.

San Diego’s Philanthropic Scene With San Diego Grantmakers

Debbie McKeon, President and CEO of San Diego Grantmakers, talks about how San Diego’s business and philanthropy scene is different from those in other regions and cities of the United States. McKeon discusses how long-standing ideas about charity and corporate philanthropy are changing across the country.