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

Institute’s Continuum of Care Heals Those On the Road to Alcohol and Substance Abuse Recovery

Dr. James Dunford, Medical Director for the McAlister Institute, talks about the Institute’s myriad programs that address prevention and education for individuals and families dealing with alcohol and substance abuse. Dunford recaps the Institute’s recently held 10th Annual “Walk for Sobriety.”

Powering Up Student Voices is Mission of SchoolCast

David Varcardipone, School Liaison Director for SchoolCast, and Sophia Nunuz, On-Boarding and Training Director for SchoolCast, chat about it’s mission to power student-run podcasts at all San Diego County high schools. Varcardipone and Nunez discuss other student-centric Cloudcast Media podcasts.

One of Kind School Shines Nurtures Resilience and Talent of Unhoused Youth and Their Families

Jesus (Chuy) Nunez, Jr., Director of Communications and Corporate Engagement for the Monarch School, chats about the mission and vision of the unique school; its wrap-around mental health, arts, and athletics services; and it’s new black box theatre: The Chrysalis.

Father Joe’s Villages Gearing Up to Support Those in Need During Winter Months

Deacon Jim Vargas, President & CEO of Father Joe’s Villages (FJV), is joined by David MacGregor Lambert, FJV Purchasing Manager, to talk about the organization’s food services and Emergency Food Pantry; preparing for the Winter season; its vibrant thrift stores; and the Thanksgiving 5K.

Financial Expert Offers Insights on Inflation, Recession and Interest Rates; Highlights Steps to Mitigate Effects of Current Economic Challenges

Doug Wright, Chief Financial Officer for Mission Federal Credit Union, chats about the current and future economic challenges due to inflation and surging interest rates. Wright offers tips to mitigate the challenges.

World Renowned Film Festival Kicks Off in San Diego on October 19

Tonya Mantooth, the CEO/Artistic Director for the highly lauded San Diego International Film Festival, talks about the 21st edition of the Festival, which commences on Thursday, October 19. The Festival’s social impact theme this year is human trafficking.

Arts in Education Programs and Grammy-Winning Musicians Highlight Poway OnStage’s 2022-2023 Season

Sharlene O’Keefe, Executive Director of Poway OnStage, discusses the organization’s wide reaching Arts in Education programs, along with its lineup of iconic Grammy-award winning musicians that will be part of its much-anticipated Professional Performance Series.

Who Says STEM Education and Life Science Research is Not Engaging; Not Participants in the Boz Life Science Research and Teaching Institute

Goran Bozinovic, President & CEO of the Boz Life Science Research and Teaching Institute, chats about the Institute’s mission; its community outreach; its access to high-end biology research to diverse pre-college and college students; and the Annual Environmental Science and Innovative STEM Education Symposium on October 21 and 22 at Park & Market in Downtown San Diego.

“Veteran” Girl Scouts Discuss Benefits of Girl Scouting; 2022-23 Girl Scouts Membership Kicks Off

Ashley, a Senior Girl Scout, and her sister Natalie, a Cadette Girl Scout, talk about the many benefits of being part of Girl Scout San Diego. Ashley, a 10-year Girl Scout, and Natalie, a 9-year Girl Scout, chat about what they enjoy most about Girl Scouting. Ashley and Natalie are joined by Michelle Mullen, Chief Mission Delivery Officer, to discuss Girl Scouts San Diego’s membership kickoff and the Girl Scout Cookie Season that begins on January 29, 2023.