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

Dispelling PTSD Misconceptions Through Filmmaking

  Floyd Strayer, Team Leader and Director for Team VetPics, is joined by his talented team members, Tommy Anderson, Writer/Screenwriter/Producer/Actor, and Susan Farese, Producer/Actor/Publicist, to discuss the production of their newest film, “Life After Oblivion.” Strayer chats about his experiences during his first leap into filmmaking. Farese highlights the...

Short Film Festival Highlights Up and Coming Filmmakers

  Tonya Mantooth, CEO and Artistic Director for the San Diego International Film Festival, chats about the upcoming festival and the changes that will be taking place this year. Mantooth details the International Shorts Festival and the special nature of the short film genre. Mantooth also chats about the...

Marrying Homeowner Expectations with State Ordinances to Construct Beautiful Granny Flats

  Jared Basler, Co-Founder and Lead Designer of Maxable, discusses his mission to connect homeowners with the education and tools they need to build accessory dwelling units (ADU), otherwise known as granny flats. Basler chats about the myriad uses these additional units provide for homeowners. Basler also talks about...

Gary & Mary West PACE – Providing Platinum-Level Care to Seniors in Their Own Homes

  Mary Jurgensen, Community Engagement Manager for Gary and Mary West PACE, is joined by Medical Director, Dr. Ross Colt to chat about their organization’s commitment to providing empowering care for their elderly participants. Dr. Colt elaborates on the impact COVID has had on the community West PACE serves....

Engaging Students to the World of Reading with Books that Resonate

  Rachael Orose, Executive Director of Words Alive, discusses her organization’s dedication to helping children, teens and families connect to the world of reading. Orose chats about the massive increase in volunteer efforts to fight against illiteracy in the community. Orose talks about how strategic philanthropy is driving her organization.

Drew Takes a Turn in the Hot Seat With Guest-Host Stephanie San Antonio

  Drew Schlosberg, Host of “Spotlight on the Community,” takes a seat in the interview chair as Stephanie San Antonio guest hosts this special episode. Schlosberg discusses his lengthy career working in the media and education as well as his goals moving forward. Schlosberg chats about his passion for...

Highlighting the Collaborative Partnership Between Two San Diego Businesses

  Stephanie San Antonio, Founder and President of SSA Insurance Services, is joined by Walter Wolmart, Human Resources Director for CTM Apartment Services, to discuss their businesses’ collaborative, symbiotic business relationship. Wolmart chats about CTM’s community outreach efforts and family-oriented business model. San Antonio provides an update for her...

CIF San Diego Section and Mission Federal Credit Union Celebrate Partnership as Student-Athletes Return to Competition

  Courtney Pendleton, Public Relations and Community Manager for Mission Federal Credit Union, is joined by Joe Heinz, Commissioner for CIF San Diego Section, to talk about the impact of the pandemic on high school student-athletes and the return to competition. Heinz and Pendleton chat about Mission Fed’s partnership...

San Diego Food Bank Successfully Meets Unprecedented Demand in the Face of the Pandemic

  Jim Floros, President and CEO of the San Diego Food Bank, discusses how his organization has met the unprecedented food insecurity challenges brought on by the pandemic. Floros highlights the generosity of the community in helping the Food Bank provide for those in need.