Drew Schlosberg’s Spotlight On The Community

Hosted ByDrew Schlosberg

Mission Fed Credit Union proudly sponsors “Drew Schlosberg's Spotlight on the Community”, the Nation's longest-running community podcast, now in its 19th year. We aim to amplify the voices of social impact organizations, social entrepreneurs, local non-profits, and other community champions who help shape the culture, creativity, and connectivity that drive the San Diego community to ever higher levels.

Mission Fed Credit Union proudly sponsors “Drew Schlosberg’s Spotlight on the Community”, the Nation’s longest-running community podcast, now in its 19th year. We aim to amplify the voices of social impact organizations, social entrepreneurs, local non-profits, and other community champions who help shape the culture, creativity, and connectivity that drive the San Diego community to ever higher levels.


All Episodes

Harm Reduction Approach Proving Successful for Father Joe’s Villages

Deacon Jim Vargas, President & CEO of Father Joe’s Villages, is joined by Marc Stevenson, a Licensed Behaviorial Health Clinician for Father Joe’s, chat about their “Harm Reduction” approach with our homeless neighbors.

Nonprofit’s Wide-Ranging Support to Perinatal Mothers and their Families … Miracle Makers

Marianela Camarillo, Executive Director of Miracle Babies, and Marelys Padilla, a Miracle Babies Clinician, discuss the wide-ranging programs to perinatal mothers in need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supporting services.

GI Film Festival Will Show Up To 30 Films In May 2023

Claudine Casillas, Event and Communications Manager for KPBS and Nico Marcolongo, Advisory Committee Member, discuss the always incredible GI Film Festival San Diego. Running this year from May 15-20, 2023, the GI Film Festival will show up to 30 films.

Rincon Reservation Road Brewery Celebrates Third Anniversary

Rincon Economic Development Corporation (REDCO) Board Chair, Riz Mazzetti, discusses REDCO and the 3rd Anniversary of their spectacular brewery, Rincon Reservation Road.

Doug Wright, CFO, Mission Federal Credit Union, Provides 2023 Economic Update

Doug Wright, the CFO of Mission Federal Credit Union, joins in studio to discuss economic uncertainty, prospects for a recession, and inflation concerns.

Imagination, Intellect and Inquiry Drives Innovation at Chula Vista Elementary School District

Two leaders from Chula Vista Elementary School District, Michael Bruder, Innovation and Instruction Coordinator, and Marc Keehmer, VAPA Coordinator, share the development of the “Sound Station, ” which will be the sixth station for students to explore strengths and different career pathways.

5K Walk Provides Critical Funds for Lifesaving Lung Cancer Research and Lung Health

Rita Redaelli, Executive Director of the American Lung Association in California, chats about the Sunday, January 29 Lung Force Walk at Liberty Station. Redaelli talks about the Association’s focus on lung health advocacy, education and research.

Foundation Provides Scholarships to Support Students Attending Revered Outdoor School

Greg Schuett, Vice President of the San Diego County Outdoor Education Foundation (SDCOEF), discusses how the Foundation raises funds to provide scholarships to families who cannot afford to send their child to the hallowed Cuyamaca Outdoor School (COS). Schuett is joined by Kris Pamintuan, Principal of COS, and Dustin Burns, COS Project Specialist, to talk about the importance of the outdoor education experience. The 75-year old COS is under the auspices of the San Diego County Office of Education and is located in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.

Nothing Stiff About Scripps Ranch Theatre and Oceanside Theatre Company’s Upcoming Co-Production

Kathy Brombacher, Director of Lucky Stiff, and Ted Lieb, an actor in the Scripps Ranch Theatre (SRT) and Oceanside Theatre Company’s (OTC) co-produced play, chat about the zany musical that will run from January 27-February 19 at SRT and March 3-19 at OTC.