Shows
The Rancho Cordova PodcastSteve Finch, Former Cordova Lancer and Texas Ranger.Sports host Mike Marando sits down with former Cordova Lancer and Texas Ranger, Steve Finch for an informative and fun hourlong interview.
A fabulous right-hander at Cordova, Finch made national headlines in 1976 by throwing three no- hitters his senior year. Finch went 14-2 with a 1.58 ERA and was a 1st team selection on the Sacramento Bee’s All-City baseball team.
Drafted in the second round by the Texas Rangers in 1976, Finch pitched 11 years in the high minors compiling a 68-58 record. His best year was 1977, while pitching in the Western Carolina League, he went 15-5 with...2025-05-3054 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastRandy Lerch, former MLB player.On this episode, we sit down with former MLB pitcher Randy Lerch to discuss his career in the big leagues and his powerful memoir, God in the Bullpen: The Randy Lerch Story. He shares firsthand experiences from his time with the Phillies, Astros, and more, as well as his personal journey of faith, perseverance, and redemption. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!
2025-04-031h 06The Rancho Cordova PodcastRoss JohnsonThis week join Curt Haven as he dives into the extraordinary life of Ross Johnson, a marathon runner, retired Brigadier General, devoted community volunteer, and family man who embodies the spirit of service and resilience.
2025-01-1056 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Curt Haven Interviews Community Champion Julie Hagan-Belka
Julie Hagan-Belka is an active member of the Rancho Cordova community. She is the immediate Past Chair of Easter Seals of Superior California, the Vice President of the Cordova Community Council, and the Co-Founder of the Rancho Cordova Community Golf Classic, which, since 2016, has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to various organizations throughout the community.
2024-10-1641 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastJP Dolliver - Head Coach, Cordova’s Lancers Varsity football teamFootball season is here, and there’s quite the vibe going on at Cordova High School. Host Mike Marando sits down with 2nd-year Lancers head coach JP Dolliver for a preview of the 2024 season, a look back on 2023 and an inside look at some of the cool activities that will be taking place during Cordova home games this year. The team has emerging talent in QB Tristan Smith and wide receiver Damajae Moses, but that’s not all. Tune in this week!
2024-08-071h 06The Rancho Cordova PodcastMicah Runner, Rancho Cordova City ManagerThis week we have a great episode with guest host Curt Haven who sits down with Rancho Cordova City Manager, Micah Runner.
Curt and Micah go way back as Curt hired Micah to work in the Economic development dept at City Hall when Curt was Economic Development Director for the city. Of course, Micah went onto a great career in city management and today he is the third city Manager of our city.
I really enjoyed this episode, I learnt a lot and I think you will too,
Today’s episode is sponsored by...2024-07-241h 08The Rancho Cordova PodcastWelcome New Guest Host Curt Haven!If you are a regular listener of this podcast, you will have heard our two guest hosts, Mike Marando, who covers all things sports, and Cheryl Gleason, who brings us great shows about the arts scene here in Rancho Cordova and our region as a whole.
Well, today I’m delighted to introduce you to our third guest host, and I am so happy he has agreed to join the podcast and bring us regular shows, which he is calling “Community Champions.”
I have known Curt Haven for a couple of years. In fact, last year...2024-07-0446 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastBajrang Moran , Master Sattva Yoga Teacher /Vedic Astrologer, Sattva California - Host Charles LagoSattva California is home of “Positive Mind Performance Training”, 30-minute classes designed for busy minds and practiced sitting on couches or cushions. Sattva’s practices integrate time-tested, practical and scientific techniques designed for optimal mental, physical, and emotional health benefits. In addition, Sattva offers yoga classes which include hatha/vinyasa, yin, and kriya.
Bajrang Moran is a Master Sattva Yoga Teacher and Vedic Astrologer with over 500+ hours of practice, and Co-Founder of Sattva California. After an epic motorcycle trip to the Himalayas in 2018 led by his Himalayan Master Teacher, he went deeper into studying and teaching yoga, ayurveda and vedic astrolo...2024-06-2758 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastLee Frechette, Planning Commisioner, City of Rancho Cordova - Host Charles Lago
Join a conversation with Host Charles Lago and Lee Frechette, a leading pyrotechnics expert in the county who has worked on many spectacular fireworks displays. We'll explore the vibrant history and exciting details of Rancho Cordova's Fourth of July Celebration, the largest event in the region. Discover how the Cordova Community Council revitalized this beloved tradition in 2000, transforming it into a symbol of community pride. From the fun run and parade to carnival rides, food trucks, top-notch entertainment, and breathtaking fireworks shows, this two-day festival at Hagan Park has something for everyone. Hear from Lee Frechette about the magic behind...2024-06-191h 08The Rancho Cordova PodcastJeff Kaut - Sports Host Mike MarandoJeff Kaut, regarded as the best catcher to come out of Cordova High School, sits down with Mike Marando this month on the Rancho Cordova Sports podcast!
In 1970, Kaut earned the rare distinction of being named to both the Sacramento Bee and Sacramento Union’s All-City baseball team – as a junior. Kaut led all area catchers with a .362 batting average in 1970 and hit .469 in league. Post high school, Jeff enjoyed a stellar real estate career.
Jeff talks about growing up in Rancho Cordova in the early 1960s, the important role his mentors played in shaping the...2024-06-1355 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastCarlos Fuentes, Pianist/Composer, Symphony d'Oro, Guest Host Cheryl Gleason
Join host Cheryl Gleason for an engaging conversation with Carlos McMillan Fuentes, a versatile pianist, composer, singer-songwriter, and music educator. He has performed with the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera, Symphony d'Oro, Camellia Symphony Orchestra, and Camerata California. We'll delve into his acclaimed recent suite City Portraits, commissioned to celebrate Rancho Cordova’s 20th anniversary. Inspired by local stories and landmarks, City Portraits features movements like "The Woman at Mills Station," "Pioneers of Sky and Space," inspired by the pioneers in the aerospace industry and the military members who have contributed so much to our country and the community of Rancho Cordova, an...2024-06-051h 04The Rancho Cordova PodcastDr. Steven Winlock, Executive Director of the Sacramento County Office of Education, guest Host Cheryl GleasonWelcome listeners to another captivating Arts and Culture installment of the Rancho Cordova Podcast. Today, Guest Host Cheryl Gleason, Director and Curator of the MACC, extends a warm welcome to a true dignitary in the field of education, Dr. Steven Winlock, Executive Director of the Sacramento County Office of Education.
Born and raised In Rancho Cordova, and a career spanning over 45 years, Dr. Winlock's dedication as a teacher, principal, and superintendent serves as a guiding beacon in our evolving educational journey. As the Sacramento City arts commissioner, his dedication to advocating for the arts and commitment to en...2024-05-0853 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastJason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association, Hosted by Mike MarandoCommunity advocate … philanthropist … ultra-runner and promoter. This guy has one speed: fast! Mike Marando sits down with Jason Harper, Director of the Rancho Cordova Athletic Association for a high-octane conversation on everything from youth athletics to what the Rancho Cordova of tomorrow will look like. No stranger to the Sacramento region, Jason grew up in El Dorado Hills, and played varsity baseball for Oak Ridge High in the late 1980s and pitched a no-hitter against Mesa Verde in 1989. Fasten your seat belt!
2024-05-011h 07The Rancho Cordova PodcastJason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association - Guest Host Mike MarandoCommunity advocate … philanthropist … ultra-runner and promoter. This guy has one speed: fast! Mike Marando sits down with Jason Harper, Director of the Rancho Cordova Athletic Association for a high-octane conversation on everything from youth athletics to what the Rancho Cordova of tomorrow will look like. No stranger to the Sacramento region, Jason grew up in El Dorado Hills, and played varsity baseball for Oak Ridge High in the late 1980s and pitched a no-hitter against Mesa Verde in 1989. Fasten your seat belt!
2024-05-0120 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Cheryl Gleason speaks with Dan Fong, Ceo of The Mandarins Drum and Bugle CorpsOn today's episode, Dan Fong joins guest host Cheryl Gleason, offering a glimpse into the organization's rich history and cultural significance. With a background in optometry, shares his journey from flute player to deep involvement in the Mandarins, marching for nine years and eventually taking on leadership roles.
As the current president and CEO, Fong oversees various programs beyond the drum corps, including music education initiatives in schools. Founded in 1963, the Mandarins initially served as a musical outlet for Sacramento's Chinese community but have since evolved to welcome members of all backgrounds. The organization's commitment to equity...2024-04-1747 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastElizabeth Culp, Regional Development Director, St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalOn today’s show we are delighted to welcome three special guests. Elizabeth Culp the Regional Development Director for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Landon Capagli, Resource Planning Manager at Woodside Homes and Alexandria Seele, Sales and Marketing coordinator at Woodside Homes.
If I told you that for $100 you stand the chance, and a very good chance at that, of winning a newly built, 2,400 sq. foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, double garage and a beautiful backyard home located in the Sycamore at Cypress community right here in Rancho Cordova that was built by well-known developer Woodside Homes and that i...2024-04-0445 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastClaire Bone, Owner & Co-founder, Wild Sisters Book CompanyOn today's episode of the Rancho Cordova Podcast we are joined by Claire Bone, the passionate owner and co-founder of Wild Sisters Book Company. Claire's journey into entrepreneurship was ignited by a long-standing desire to run her own business, but it took the upheaval of the pandemic to truly catalyze her dreams into action.
Tune in as Claire takes us through the inspiring tale of not just opening a bookstore, but creating a vibrant community hub. Wild Sisters isn't merely a place to peruse books; it's a sanctuary for relaxation, a haven for learning, listening to a...2024-03-271h 13The Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Mike Marando speaks with Mark Young (Cordova High ’84)Few players electrified fans with breakaway speed more than Mark Young. His 28 touchdowns and 2,257 all-purpose yards as a senior led the Max Miller coached Lancers to an 11-1 record in 1983 and a 22-2 two-year varsity record. Young was an elite flanker, punt returner and tailback who was named to the Bee’s 1983 1st team All-Metro squad.
Young’s signature football moment was a bewitching 53-yard TD catch-and-run as time was running out that gave the Sacramento State Hornets its first Causeway Classic win over UC Davis in 18 years, 31-28. Young played for the Chicago Bruisers in th...2024-03-201h 26The Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Cheryl Gleason talks with Pete Nowlen, Rancho Cordova Symphony d'Oro ConductorOne of Northern California's busiest musicians, Music Director and Conductor Pete Nowlen has been a member of the UC Davis faculty since 1988 and currently serves as Director of Concert Bands. Pete currently holds Artistic Director posts with Camerata California Chamber Choir and the San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band. He has been the California Youth Symphony Brass Coach since 1992 and summer camp co-director since 2007.
Orchestral conducting credits include the Sacramento Symphony, U.C. Davis Symphony Orchestra, Sacramento State University Symphony Orchestra, Camellia Symphony, and Music in the Mountains Orchestra. Opera, ballet and theater conducting credits include La Bo...2024-02-2852 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Mike Marando interviews Larry Wolfe, former MLB playerMike Marando sits down with Larry Wolfe, one of Cordova High School’s early three-sport stars who went on to play MLB for the Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox.
Wolfe is a 1971 CHS graduate who starred in football, basketball and baseball for the 1969-1971 Lancers and developed into one of the area’s top quarterbacks, infielders and pitchers as a senior.
Larry was inducted as part of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame’s first class of inductees in 2015. What’s Larry doing today? Find out on the next edition of the Rancho Cordova S...2024-02-211h 04The Rancho Cordova PodcastDavid M. Sander, Ph.D. Mayor, City of Rancho Cordova, President of National League of CitiesOn today’s show we welcome back Rancho Cordova Mayor, David Sander to the podcast.
Mayor Sandor has served the City of Rancho Cordova since the city was incorporated back in 2003 where as one of the original elected officials, has served on the city council for over 20 years and this year, 2024 is serving his fifth term as Mayor.
We are particularly delighted to have Mayor Sander on the show today as this year he is also serving as the president of the National League of Cities which also celebrates their 100th anni...2024-02-141h 06The Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Cheryl Gleason interviews Marsha Mason, artist/treasurer Rancho Cordova ArtsArts and Entertainment: Rancho Cordova is known as the "City of Events" and houses one of the best Art Complex in our region The MACC. The City has its own orchestra, Symphony D'oro, a Swing Dance Band, a Black Box Theatre, and features one of the largest July 4th fireworks displays in the region, and a whole slate of large outdoor events.
Every month Director/ Curator of The MACC, Cheryl Gleason speaks to visual artists, musicians, actors, theatre groups as well as other notable influencers in the art scene in the Sacramento Region.
It is...2024-02-0740 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastRobert Sanger, Executive Director of the Folsom Cordova Community PartnershipOn today’s show we speak to Robert Sanger Executive Director of the Folsom Cordova Community Partnership.
The Folsom Cordova Community Partnership is a 501(c)3 community based non-profit whosemission and vision is to: build strong families, meet the needs of struggling parents to increase self -sufficiency, promote youth development through positive peer and adult relationships and develop employment skills for individuals to achieve their career goals.
With two primary focuses. First, to prevent child abuse through parent education and support, and free family activities and vital resources. The other is to assis...2024-02-011h 14The Rancho Cordova PodcastCheryl Gleason, Art Director/Curator at The MACCWe are honored to have Cheryl Gleason Curator/ Artist Director of the MACC Gallery- Mills Station Arts and Cultural Center to be joining us again.
Cheryl Gleason's roots in the art world date back to her childhood. Growing up in Sandpoint, Idaho, she was passionate about drawing, often recreating found pictures on paper with pencil. She dreamed of being an artist. After finishing high school Cheryl moved to California and started community college for art classes and fell back in love with art the thing that was missing in my life for the longest time".
...2024-01-2630 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastRancho Cordova New Chief of Police, Matthew TamayoOn this episode of the Rancho Cordova Podcast, we introduce you to the new Rancho Cordova Police Chief, Matthew Tamayo who took over the reigns as RCPD Chief from Chief Brandon Luke in December 2023. Chief Tamayo is no stranger to Rancho Cordova, having had three previous stints at RCPD as Sergeant, Lieutenant and Assistant Chief under Brandon Luke.
Matthew Tamayo started his law enforcement career with the Sacramento Sheriff's Office 24 years ago, and has held numerous assignments including Corrections, Patrol, Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Officer, Gang Detective, Narcotics Detective, Internal Affairs, and most recently as th...2024-01-171h 21The Rancho Cordova PodcastCity of Racho Cordova’s Neighborhood Services, Russell DucharmeHappy New Year!
We are very happy to be back after a two-month Hiatus during which time we have been working hard to bring you diverse slate of shows with some great guests in 2024.
As we kick off 2024 our guest today in Russell Ducharme manager of the City of Racho Cordova's Neighborhood Services.
The Neighborhood Services Division’s goal is to grow and maintain strong and vibrant neighborhoods through five main programs: Code Enforcement, Animal Services, Parking Enforcement, Rental Housing, and Homeless Outreach. Collaborating with and educating our community about municipal codes, health and safety requirements, and animal services laws create...2024-01-101h 09The Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Mike Marando speaks with Joey OrtizAs the gift of Christmas and the hope of a New Year approach, on this weeks show, guest host Mike Marando sits down with 1989 Cordova High School Alum and former football player Joey Ortiz, for an unabashedly candid conversation how he overcame a series of personal tragedies, and how his experience can offer a beacon of hope to those addicted to drugs and alcohol.
AS we prepare for our new season of shows premiering on January 10, 2024, we hope you enjoy this special episode and on behalf of everyone here at the Rancho Cordova Film Office, Charles Lago...2023-12-2057 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastCurt Haven, Rancho Cordova’s Founding Father (Replay)Welcome to the Rancho Cordova Podcast brought to you by the Rancho Cordova Film Office.
While we continue to take a break for the month of December as we put together a great slate of shows for our new season that will launch January 3rd of 2024, this month we are going to replay some of our most listened to and popular episodes.
This week we are delighted to replay the conversation I had with Curt Haven.
Curt was the first employee at the City of Rancho Cordova upo...2023-12-071h 20The Rancho Cordova PodcastCol. Merryl Tengesdal, USAFToday's podcast was taped 4 weeks ago, and we saved it to launch this week in honor of Veterans dat.
On this week show we speak to Merryl Tengesdal a retired career military officer who is the first and only Black woman to fly the United Sates Airforce's U-2 spy plane used for specialized high-altitude reconnaissance missions. She is one of five women and only the fourth Black person to be in the U-2 program. She shares the plane's nickname, The Dragon Lady.
Tengesdal is a military veteran, aviator, and commander who served in both the US Na...2023-11-151h 38The Rancho Cordova PodcastRebroadcast of Kathy Lester, Sacramento Police ChiefOn this week's episode we speak with Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester.
Kathy Lester was raised in Rancho Cordova and enlisted in the Army after High School. She attended the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA where she became fluent in Russian, and served as a crypto logical linguist. Additionally, she was cross trained as a combat medic and range master. Kathy served both stateside and in Korea and Japan while she was attached to the 373rd and 368th Military Intelligence Battalions.
She was awarded the Combat Lifesaving Medal, the National Defense Medal...2023-10-191h 36The Rancho Cordova PodcastDoc Talks - JOE238One of our missions here at the rancho Cordova film office is to organize and put on the California Capital Documentary Film Festival that this year takes place on Saturday, September 29 and Sunday October 1. The film festival screens over 50 films at three screening locations over the two days. This will be the second year of the festival and this year is shaping up to be a great event.
The main screening location is at Rancho Cordova City Hall where we turn the City Council Chambers into a movie theatre. We bring in a giant screen an...2023-09-2236 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastYvette Collins, Rancho Cordova Hall of Fame InducteeYvette Collins and the 1984 Lady Lancers racked up a 32-1 record on their way to the Section Championship and is considered the best girls basketball team in Cordova High history. Today she owns and operates an academy for young children in Ghana, West Africa.
2023-09-201h 02The Rancho Cordova PodcastCol. Robert J. Martinelli, USAF (Ret)The most important and long-lasting institution in Rancho Cordova history has been Mather Field which would become Mather Air Force Base and today is Mather Airport.
For 100 years, Mather has drawn people from around the country and the world. But as the old saying goes, people’s memories are good, but short. And that is what makes the contribution of former Mather Wing Commander Col. Robert J. Martinelli so important.
Col. Martinelli’s contributions to Mather have actually spanned more than 30 years. He first came to Mather during the Cold War to train at the begi...2023-09-151h 33The Rancho Cordova PodcastDoc Talks - ”The Long Road to Hope - Ending Parkinson Disease,” & ”Our World in Our Words”In today's episode, we have a conversation with a pair of directors. We'll be hearing from Iyad H. Amer, the director of "The Long Road to Hope - Ending Parkinson Disease," ," and Chris Casaceli, the director of "Our World in Our Words."
Our show's initial portion will be conducted in English, followed by our inaugural international interview segment, which will be in Spanish.
Over the next 6 weeks or so leading up to the festival, we will be presenting a series of shows every Friday that will feature the documentaries we are showing. We will talk...2023-09-0939 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastDarcy Brewer, Executive Director at California Capital AirshowOn today's episode we speak with Darcy Brewer, Executive Director at California Capital Airshow.
Darcy has always had a mission to inspire and educate young people using the power & magic of flight. She set her sights on accomplishing this through highlighting the important role aviation plays in history, showcasing the innovation and opportunity found in aviation, aerospace, and military service careers and by honoring those who serve by sharing their stories and experiences every step of the way.
Darcy also serves as the executive director for the nonprofit California Capital Airshow, on the International Council o...2023-09-081h 24The Rancho Cordova PodcastCongressman Ami Bera, M.D.Today we have a conversation with Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. who has represented Sacramento County in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2013. The 6th Congressional District is located just east and north of California's capitol city, and lies entirely within Sacramento County.
Representative Bera is currently a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, where he serves as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia, and Nonproliferation. He is also a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Congressman Bera...2023-09-011h 13The Rancho Cordova PodcastDoc Talks - ”Losing Grip” & ”The Happiness Line”
In today's episode, we have a conversation with a pair of directors. We'll be hearing from Steven Nye, the director of "Losing Grip," and Ismael Villasenor, the director of "The Happiness Line."
Our show's initial portion will be conducted in English, followed by our inaugural international interview segment, which will be in Spanish.
Over the next 6 weeks or so leading up to the festival, we will be presenting a series of shows every Friday that will feature the documentaries we are showing. We will talk with the filmmakers about their films, and the host for...2023-08-2840 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastRancho Cordova’s 20th Anniversary SpecialToday we have a very interesting show as two our favorite past guests make a return visit to the podcast discuss Rancho Cordova on this, its 20th anniversary year.
Today we have a very interesting show as two our favorite past guests make a return visit to the podcast discuss Rancho Cordova on this, its 20th anniversary year.
I was so happy to sit down again with Rancho Cordova Mayor Linda Budge and Cordova Community Council Executive Director, Sherry Blanchard as they reminisce about our beautiful city Rancho Cordova.
...2023-08-231h 06The Rancho Cordova PodcastDoc Talks - Bicycle Island (A donde nos lleva)In June of last year, here at the film office we organized and presented the California Capital Documentary Film Festival. It was our first year and all in all, the festival went of without a hitch, well maybe a hitch or two but was enjoyed by all who attended. We presented around 60 documentary film over three days and we learnt some lessons along the way.
Well the time has come for the Second Annual California Capital International Documentary Film Festival which this year will take place on Saturday, Sept 30 and Sunday, Oct 1.
...2023-08-1823 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastMark S. Allen, Seven time Emmy Award-winning television host; and, producer, writer/director.I am delighted about today’s show for a couple of reasons. When we opened the Rancho Cordova Film Office three years ago we were very fortunate to get some TV coverage about our opening. A producer from ABC 10 in Sacramento called me and told me that the following morning at 5.30am their entertainment reporter would be here with a crew to do a series of live shots from our new offices for the Sacramento Morning Show. 5.30am I thought, is that even a time when people are up.
Well the next morning our whole cre...2023-08-161h 19The Rancho Cordova PodcastShawn Harrison, Founder & Co-Director at Soil Born Farms.Recently We had the pleasure of visiting Soil Born Farms right here in Rancho Cordova. If you have never visited Soil Born I would recommend a visit.
So what is Soil Born Farms?
Inspired by a shared vision of healthy food for all, a dedication to improving the quality of life in our community and a love of the natural world, three co-founders transformed the farm into a non-profit organization in November 2004. With help from a small group of talented staff and apprentices, foundation grants, grassroots support, dedicated volunteers and encouragement from community par...2023-08-091h 15The Rancho Cordova PodcastJohn Patrick ”JP” Dolliver, Cordova Head Football CoachCordova is pleased to announce John Patrick “JP” Dolliver as the new Cordova High School, Head Football Coach.
Coach Dolliver comes to us from El Camino High School where he led the team to success on the field, making the 2021 playoffs, and more importantly, created a winning culture with a strong emphasis on character and high academic achievement. With over 30 years of coaching experience spanning from youth football to the collegiate level, with the last eight years as a high school head coach, Coach Dolliver understands the importance of incorporating education, community, and athletics. He states, “I strive...2023-08-0457 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastConrade Mayer, CEO of Cordova Lancers, Leaders, and Legends, MACH (Mentors at Cordova High)Is there anybody in Rancho Cordova that does NOT know Conrade Mayer? This man wears a lot of hats.
Like a lot of people in Rancho Cordova, he's an Air Force brat whose Dad brought the family to Rancho Cordova via Mather Air Force Base. But long after Mather has closed, Conrade Mayer is still being true to his school.
The Mayer family is a stalwart of the old Cordova Villa neighborhood, where Conrade grew up and went to school. He moved on to Cordova High School where, like the song says, he "got a letterman's sweater with a letter in...2023-08-021h 46
The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeIs the Economy Headed for a Crash?Ed Aloe sits down with Lu Chen, Associate Director and Senior Economist at Moody’s Analytics. We will explore how the affordability crisis is affecting renters and impacting real estate investors. Join in on this relevant conversation.For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2023-08-0133 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastPat Hume. District 5 - Board of Supervisors
Pat comes to the Board of Supervisors following 16 years on the Elk Grove City Council. His longstanding devotion to serving his community was inherited. Pat hails from a long line of public servants.
His father served in the US Air Force and died in the line of duty when Pat was still young. Pat's grandfather Harry Hume was City Manager in Chico from 1930-1950 and his mother's family has had a strong presence in Sacramento County for over half a century. His grandfather Jim Guttridge served on the EGUSD School Board for over two decades and was a...2023-07-2656 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastErin Wachter, Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame InducteeOn today's episode we speak with Erin Wachter, Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Inductee.
Wachter’s list of lifetime achievements includes running in her first Junior Olympics at age 12, winning eight All-American medals in track and field and cross country, and setting the mile run record at Cordova High. She was the first female cross-country competitor from Cordova High to qualify for the California State meet, ran with two Big Sky Conference championship teams while at California State University, Sacramento, and ran multiple marathons including Boston among a long list of distance running accomplishments
2023-07-1958 minThe Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeUnderstanding the Power of Pref EquityHost, Ed Aloe, sits down with John Pappalardo, Director of Business Development of CALCAP Strategic Opportunities. Understand how different components of the capital stack can be used to enhance investor returns. For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2023-07-1830 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastNancy Bean, Head of New Pacific SchoolOn today's episode we speak with Nancy Bean, principal of New Pacific School.
Nancy has over 20 years in California education, over 18 of those in non-site-based charter schools. She leads PCI’s Heritage Peak Charter School’s Homeschool Guild program which serves over 330 diverse students. As a founding New Pacific School principal, her leadership brings experience and wisdom from working with the individualized needs of TK-12th grade students and their families. Nancy graduated from UCSB with a BA in Psychology and German and went on to earn her Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State Hayward. She also...2023-07-1242 minThe Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeHousing Market Demographics and DemandHost, Ed Aloe, interviews Chris Porter, SVP and Chief Demographer at John Burns Research and Consulting Group, to talk about the different trends today shaping the current housing market.For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2023-07-0536 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastMax Miller, Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Inductee Part IIMiller coached for over 40 years within the Sac-Joaquin Section, compiling a 254-90-4 record as the head coach.
He was at Rio Americano from 1974-80, at Cordova High from 1981-93 and 1999-2007, and he was at Johnson from 1996-97. His 1985 Cordova team was a Sac-Joaquin Section championship winner and was the Section's first 14-0 football team.
He is fondly remembered by many for turning Cordova football from a hot Saturday afternoon event to a cool Friday Night game. He was the defensive coordinator at Folsom in 2010, when the Bulldogs went on to win the Section...2023-06-281h 04The Rancho Cordova PodcastRancho Cordova 20th Anniversary, Mayor Linda Budget ReplayIn today's podcast episode, we have a special treat for you as we revisit our conversation with Mayor Linda Budge in honor of our city's 20th anniversary.
Long serving City Council Member Linda Budge. We discuss her early life growing up in the UK as a military brat, and get into her many visits to Taiwan with her family, her education and first jobs. We discuss how she arrived in Sacramento and her eventual entry into city government. Vice Mayor Budge discusses many of the projects she is involved in today as a City Council Member.
2023-06-221h 01The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeProperty Management: The Daily Grind That Makes a DifferenceHost, Ed Aloe, sits down with Lani Porter, EVP and managing director of CALCAP Properties to get a better understanding of the property management side of the business and how critical professional property management is for any real estate investor to grow their wealth.For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2023-06-2040 min
ROIClear with Ray HightowerCALCAP: Managing Apartments and Adding Value with Amy Cooper & Jodi WeybrightAbout the guest: Amy Cooper is Vice President of Business Development and Jodi Weybright is Business Development Manager at CalCap Properties. As a multifamily property management company, they shared how onboarding a property works and the common misconceptions with the operations. Books recommended by Amy & Jodi: * Tribe of Mentors - https://www.amazon.com/Tribe-Mentors-Short-Advice-World/dp/1328994961 * The One Thing - https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776 Relevant Links: https://www.calcapadvisors.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-weybright-86340225b/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-m-cooper-5a4ba055/ ...2023-06-1429 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastAlana Thornburg, Community Relations Specialist, Fiber City powered by SifinetworksRancho Cordova is the first city in Northern California to bring citywide, Gigabit plus broadband delivered by an extensive fiber network that, once built out, will reach every house and business in Rancho Cordova. It’s just one of the initiatives that give Rancho Cordova it's Smart City status. Rancho Cordova FiberCity® will be more than just a superfast fiber internet connection to homes and businesses. It will futureproof the area for generations to come, bring you more choices of providers, boost its economy, and enable Smart City applications to make for a great city to live, work and play 2023-06-1448 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastAlessandra Assaf, Author/ActorOn today’s episode of the Rancho Cordova podcast we bring you something a little different.
As many of you know this podcast is brought to you by the California Capital Film Office here in Rancho Cordova where we also operate a 70 seat live performance space, Cal Cap Black Box Theatre.
Alessandra Assaf hasn’t been on a theatrical stage for nearly two decades, so when she headed down on Saturday mornings to a local theater for a writing workshop, she didn’t think much would come from the experience. She stayed f...2023-06-071h 09The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeA Market in TransitionHost Ed Aloe is back for season 2 as he sits down with Trevor Koskovich, President of NorthMarq Multifamily. Listen as they take a deep dive into the transitioning apartment market and what we will see moving forward. For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.comFor more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisorsFor more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, v...2023-06-0641 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastMax Miller, Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame InducteeMiller coached for over 40 years within the Sac-Joaquin Section, compiling a 254-90-4 record as the head coach.
He was at Rio Americano from 1974-80, at Cordova High from 1981-93 and 1999-2007, and he was at Johnson from 1996-97. His 1985 Cordova team was a Sac-Joaquin Section championship winner and was the Section's first 14-0 football team.
He is fondly remembered by many for turning Cordova football from a hot Saturday afternoon event to a cool Friday Night game. He was the defensive coordinator at Folsom in 2010, when the Bulldogs went on to win the Section...2023-05-311h 02The Rancho Cordova PodcastRobert J. (Bob) McGarvey, Rancho Cordova Founding FatherRobert J. (Bob) McGarvey started a committee in favor of Rancho Cordova incorporating as a city in 1986 and chaired the committee until Rancho Cordova voted for cityhood in November 2002, as well as served on two other incorporation committees. He was one of five community leaders elected to be the first Council Members and served on the City Council for 18 years.
Bob has been a steadfast leader in many community, church, and school organizations and activities. He was named Rancho Cordova Man of the Year by The Grapevine Independent Newspaper in 1987. Robert J. McGarvey Elementary School was named a...2023-05-241h 09The Rancho Cordova PodcastKathy Lester, Sacramento Police ChiefOn this week's episode we speak with Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester.
Kathy Lester was raised in Rancho Cordova and enlisted in the Army after High School. She attended the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA where she became fluent in Russian, and served as a crypto logical linguist. Additionally, she was cross trained as a combat medic and range master. Kathy served both stateside and in Korea and Japan while she was attached to the 373rd and 368th Military Intelligence Battalions.
She was awarded the Combat Lifesaving Medal, the National Defense Medal and the...2023-05-171h 36The Rancho Cordova PodcastCarrie Johnson, The Rancho Cordova Community Food Locker Executive DirectorOn today's episode of the Rancho Cordova Podcast, we speak with The Rancho Cordova Community Food Locker Executive Director, Carrie Johnson.
RCFL was founded in 1987 by a group of concerned citizens in Rancho Cordova who saw a real need for a local food locker. The group, headed by Walter Little and John Healey, included private citizens and representatives from the community's churches and civic organizations. It set a goal to develop a "community-based" food locker -- not a small project! Help from a number of people and many donations were needed. Over 300 interested people attended the informational meeting and more than...2023-05-101h 05The Rancho Cordova PodcastK.C. Clark, Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of FameA founding member of the first women’s professional baseball team to play against men, Clark was a pioneer for women in sports at a young age. Before playing softball with California State University, Fullerton and professional baseball with the Colorado Silver Bullets, she was the first girl to play in Rancho Cordova Little League in the 1980s.
2023-05-0350 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastDanielle Mercado, Hummingbird Artistic DirectorSince our debut opening in 2017, Hummingbird Theatre Company has been working day and night to achieve one main goal: to bring quality Performing Arts Theatre performances to the community of Sacramento. Our mission is to bring theatre to the people, making this amazing art form accessible to all. Through high-quality entertainment and stellar arts training, we strive to make this world a better place by bringing shared joy and laughter: a shared human experience to our fellow man.
Danielle Mercado has been directing for several years and is arguably the most promising upcoming talent on t...2023-04-0539 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastJeffrey Lambert, Certified Financial PlannerJeffrey Lambert CFP® helps individuals and families to use their financial resources to achieve their unique goals and to live more meaningful and fulfilling lives. He is a nationally recognized CFP® practitioner who has played a significant role in the development of the financial planning profession including as founding board member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA).
Jeff is a Fee-Only, NAPFA-Registered Financial Advisor and has won many awards including Sacramento CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ of the Year. Mutual Funds Magazine listed Jeff among their 100 Great Financial Planners both times it was published.
He is co-author of T...2023-03-221h 16The Rancho Cordova PodcastGuy Anderson, Rancho Cordova’s Baseball LegendBaseball has been a part of Guy Anderson’s life for a long time.
For 45 years, Anderson was the Cordova High School baseball head coach in which he racked up 927 wins, second among California high school baseball coaches. Anderson guided many Lancer teams to multiple league crowns and five Sac-Joaquin Section titles. His 2014 Cordova baseball team captured the Capital Athletic League crown.
Anderson also taught and eventually became Cordova’s athletic director before he retired from education in the early 2000s but continued as the Lancers’ head coach. He also coached for five years at Capita...2023-03-1500 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastCurt Haven, Rancho Cordova’s Founding FatherIf you seek to understand the heart of Rancho Cordova, look no further than Curt Haven. For 25 years, Curt has been where it beats.
Always urging Rancho Cordova to raise standards and be better, Curt carried the heartbeat to the incorporation campaign, where he provided the passion, leadership and tenacity to see it through, despite all odds stacked against success. Rancho Cordova would not be a city today if not for Curt.
Curt retired from the City of Rancho Cordova on Feb. 1 after working for and behalf of citizens for nearly three decades. Over those years, Curt has helped countless in...2023-03-011h 21The Rancho Cordova PodcastWilliam Glasser, President and Founder, Language WorldOn this weeks episode we speak with William Glasser, President/Founder of Language World.
For the past 23 years, his Rancho Cordova-based agency has served Northern California’s linguistic needs with a team of 110 employee interpreters, over half of whom are certified by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters or the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters to serve in complex medical and behavioral health assignments. The company also provides interpreters for conferences, parent-teacher meetings, political polling and other events and situations.
2023-02-2247 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastColette Winlock, Rancho Cordova Hall of Fame inductee/Author.Guest Host Mike Marando talks with Colette Winlock.
From the Cordova High School Class of 1973, Winlock was an early standout among female athletes at the dawning of Title IX. She won a full ride track scholarship to California State Hayward (now East Bay) where she was a two-time All American in the long jump and 400 meter hurdles. She was inducted into the Cal State East Bay Sports Hall of Fame.
2023-02-1756 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastChristopher Cook, Artistic Director, Green Valley Theatre Company.Green Valley Theatre is a community-based company committed to bringing out what is most fun about the theatrical experience with productions that inspire, engage, and tickle the funny bone. Whether you’ve attended one of our main stage productions, seen our touring puppet theatre, or joined us late in the night for our annual production of The Rocky Horror Show, Green Valley Theatre Company promises performances of the highest quality created by artists whose work reflects commitment and passion.
Green Valley Theatre is excited to welcome BRIGHT STAR to the Sacramento Region!
Inspired by a re...2023-02-1648 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastDavid Sander, Ph.D. Vice Mayor Rancho CordovaOn today's episode we speak with Vice Mayor David Sander, Ph.D.
Vice Mayor David Sander was elected to the first City Council when the city incorporated in 2003 and reelected in November 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2020. He served as Mayor in 2007, 2012, 2016 and 2020 and as Vice Mayor in 2006, 2011, 2019 and 2023.
David has been active in many community, state and national endeavors. He currently serves as Founder/President of the Rancho Cordova Athletic Association, and on the Board of the Sacramento Children's Museum, Sacramento and NextEd's CRANE CEO Oversight Panel.
2023-02-151h 29The Rancho Cordova PodcastMegan Toland, Deputy Director, Sacramento Children’s MuseumOn today's episode we speak with Sacramento Children's Museum, Deputy Director, Megan Toland.
Meghan has a long history of working in museum administration and has been with the Sacramento Children's Museum since 2015. Prior to their current position, they served as the Director of Museum Advancement and was responsible for fundraising, development, special events, membership, and group sales. Toland is also a yoga teacher and offers a class for young museum visitors once a week.
2023-02-0848 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastJennifer West, Sacramento film commissionerOn today's episode, we talk to Sacramento film commissioner, Jennifer West. As a one-time Hollywood studio accountant, Jennifer West used to routinely play one of the most important roles on a movie set: She was the one who made sure megastars like Julia Roberts, Anthony Hopkins and Val Kilmer got their paychecks. Today, after a two-decade industry break, West wields a new kind of celluloid influence as Sacramento’s first-ever full-time film commissioner. She talks about building the city’s film office from scratch, nurturing the next generation of local auteurs, and her bold vision for creating a mini Hollywood of t...2023-02-011h 21The Rancho Cordova PodcastJim Cooper, Newly elected Sacramento County SheriffOn today's episode, we speak to the newly elected Sheriff of Sacramento County, Jim Cooper.
Sheriff Cooper leads the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department which covers 700 Square miles, and a population of almost 2 million people, employing 1200 sworn officers, and over 600 support staff, is responsible for two jails, Sacramento and Elk Grove, and provides security at every court in Sacramento County. That's quite the job with an awesome responsibility.
Jim Cooper is a 30-year law enforcement veteran and a strong advocate of public safety and victims’ rights. He is a former Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department Captain who commanded several D...2023-01-251h 06The Rancho Cordova PodcastRoger Niello (R) California State SenatorOn today's episode of the Rancho Cordova Podcast, we are delighted to speak to newly elected California State Senator Roger Niello (R) representing the 6th District.
On today's show, we discuss his plans as a newly elected State Senator, and many of the policies he ran on, and we got to know Roger Niello along the way.
Senator Niello has an impressive resume spanning a 25-year career as a CPA for large corporations but also his time working in his family's successful automobile dealership business which now owns an impressive, 11 dealerships in and around the Sacramento region.
Senator Niello...2023-01-181h 31The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeThe Evolution of Private MoneyHost, Ed Aloe, sits down with Anthony Geraci, CEO and Partner at Geraci Law Firm to talk about the past, present, and future of the Private Money Lending Business!For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2023-01-1238 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastGuest Host Mike Marando speaks with MLB legend Randy LerchIn this week’s episode, we are doing something a little different.
Once a month we are going to bring you an episode of this podcast that’s dedicated to all things sports in Rancho Cordova. We have invited Mike Marando to sit in as a guest host.
Mike is one of the founders of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame and is well-versed in the many athletes and sports figures that started their careers in Rancho Cordova, and there are many renowned ones. As Conrad Mayer, Chairman of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fam...2023-01-111h 09The Rancho Cordova PodcastBill George, Documentary FilmmakerWell Happy New Year everyone and I hope your new year's resolutions your commitments your intentions your wet January, whatever it may be, I hope that’s all still intact and dialed in and you’re having a great start to 2023 and had a great holiday season.
Well welcome to season 2 of the Rancho Cordova Podcast brought to you by the California Capital Film Office, we brought you 14 episodes last year, and we kicked this podcast off on Sept 21st, 2022 with a great conversation with the long-serving City Manager, Cyrus Abhar who retired December 31st. and followed up wi...2023-01-041h 34The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeAngelo Mozilo: From a Son of a Butcher to Industry LegendAngelo Mozilo, founder of Countrywide Financial sits down with Ed Aloe to reflect on business, life, and the future of America. For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2022-12-2330 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastCyrus Abhar, Rancho Cordova City Manager (Recap)On this week's show we are going to do something different. I’m sure many of you have heard that our great City Manager Cyrus Abhar is retiring at the end of the year. I was personally very saddened to hear the news but I was also very happy for Cyrus for the new ventures and adventures he will now explore. I was pleased to learn that Deputy City Manager Micah Runner will follow Cyrus as our New City Manager.
In honor of Cyrus retiring we are going to replay the very first episode of this podcast whe...2022-12-151h 22The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeThe Magic of 1031 Exchanges—The Most Powerful Tax Benefit Left in AmericaEd Aloe interviews nationally recognized tax law and 1031 exchange expert Skip Kessler from Greenberg Glusker. Learn the secret of making the IRS your “silent partner” and exponentially building real estate wealth.For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2022-12-1332 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastRick Sloan, Graphic Designer / Artist, Park Board MemberA conversation with a well known and long time resident of Rancho Cordova, a man of many talents, he is an artist, a photographer, graphic designer, and a fixture in Rancho Cordova, Rick Sloan.
2022-12-071h 22The Rancho Cordova PodcastDiann Rogers, President/CEO of Chamber of Commerce, Rancho CordovaAs a small business owner you’re always looking for new ideas to market and grow your business, and joining the local Chamber of Commerce will help you do exactly that. A local Chamber of Commerce is an important part of any city, and here in Rancho Cordova, we are lucky to have one of the best Chambers in the Sacramento region.
On today’s episode, I speak with Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Diann Rogers. Diann has built one of the best and most dynamic Chambers in our region. Under her leadership, the Ranch...2022-11-301h 13The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeWhat is Workforce Housing and What Makes it an Outstanding Real Estate Investment?Host, Ed Aloe, sits down with Josh Holman, EVP of CALCAP Asset Management to discuss all things Workforce Housing and why CALCAP loves investing in it!For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2022-11-2935 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastCheryl Gleason, Art Director and Curator of the MAACOn this week’s show, we have a very interesting and wide-ranging discussion with Cheryl Gleason. Cheryl is the Art Director and curator of the Mills Stations Arts and Cultural Center known locally as the MACC.
Cheryl has been with the MACC as its Director since it opened its doors in 2018 and during that time has built the MACC into one of the best and most respected Arts Centers in the Sacramento region. On the show we talk about the many events Cheryl has curated, we talk about Art and artists, we discuss the many classes the MACC...2022-11-231h 47The Rancho Cordova PodcastRancho Cordova’s PALOn this week's episode we speak with Lt. Rich Merideth, and Deputy Jose De La Cruz. We discuss the Rancho Cordova Police Activity League (PAL).
2022-11-161h 18The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeLeverage Can Be Your Best Friend or Worst Enemy: Understanding the Capital Stack in a Fast Changing MarketHost, Ed Aloe, sits down with Malcolm Davies, founder and Senior Managing Partner of WAY Capital, to talk about the different layers of capital stack, joint venture structures, and rising interest rates.For more information about the host, Ed Aloe, please visit www.edaloe.com For more information about CALCAP Advisors, visit us at www.calcap.comFollow us on Twitter @CALCAPAdvisors2022-11-1531 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastMicah Runner, Rancho Cordova Deputy City ManagerOn today's episode we speak to Deputy City Manager, Micah Runner.
Micah has over 18 years of experience in municipal government with a primary focus in economic development and management. He previously served as the Director of Economic Development for the City of Stockton where he was responsible for economic development, housing and homeless, real property, venue management, and parking operations where oversaw a team of 20 employees.
During our wide ranging conversation, we find out that Micah grew up in the world of politics as his father was a city council member in the city of Lancaster, CA and went on...2022-11-091h 02The Rancho Cordova PodcastFabiana James, Sprouts GMOn this week's Business pop-up episode, we speak to the new Rancho Cordova, "Sprouts", Store manager, Fabiana James.
We spoke to Fabiana about her early life in Brazil and having a successful music career touring the world, and how she went on to climbs the corporate ladder to become a GM for Sprouts. Fabiana tells us what to expect with this new Sprouts store model which is actually only one of two in the country. She discusses many of the departments and unique products Sprouts offers, how they source fresh, healthy, and local produce, and tells us about the exiting pl...2022-11-0734 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastMike Marando, President of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of fameOn this week's episode we speak to Mike Marando the President of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of fame.
We discuss how Mike got into the newspaper business and the ripe old age of 10 when he had a successful paper round that had over 80 customers. This led him to become a successful sports writer for a variety of newspapers in the Sacramento region before having a successful 30-year career with the state of California where he held various positions.
Mike is an expert on sports and especially knowledgeable on all things sports in Rancho Cordova. We...2022-11-071h 07
The Rancho Cordova PodcastSprouts GM, Fabiana James.
On this week's pop-up episode, we speak to the new Rancho Cordova, "Sprouts", Store manager, Fabiana James.
We spoke to Fabiana about her early life in Brazil and having a successful music career touring the world, and how she went on to climbs the corporate ladder to become a GM for Sprouts. Fabiana tells us what to expect with this new Sprouts store model which is actually only one of two in the country. She discusses many of the departments and unique products Sprouts offers, how they source fresh, healthy, and local produce, and tells us about the exiting plans Sp...2022-11-0435 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastPresident of Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame, Mike MarandoOn this week's episode we speak to Mike Marando the President of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of fame.
We discuss how Mike got into the newspaper business and the ripe old age of 10 when he had a successful paper round that had over 80 customers. This led him to become a successful sports writer for a variety of newspapers in the Sacramento region before having a successful 30-year career with the state of California where he held various positions.
Mike is an expert on sports and especially knowledgeable on all things sports in Ranc...2022-11-021h 07The Real Estate Wealth Podcast with Edward AloeThe Creation of CALCAP—From a Vision to a $1 Billion Dollar CompanyHost, Ed Aloe, sits down with his business partners — Mark Mozilo and Pat Wakeman — to share stories and insights that came out of the financial crisis of 2007–2008. What did these three men decide to do at the height of the economic crisis?They founded CALCAP Advisors. Equipped with mental toughness and 20 years of experience in financial and real estate services, Ed believed that the disrupted environment presented incredible opportunities for those who could recognized them. He was keenly aware of the risks, but was convinced the potential rewards far outweighed them, especially with Mark and Pat by h...2022-10-2731 minThe Rancho Cordova PodcastMarc Sapoznik, President/CEO of Visit RanchoOn todays episode we speak to Marc Sapoznik, the President/CEO of “Visit Rancho,” also known as “Rancho Cordova’s Travel and Tourism,” which is the official tourism marketing organization for the City of Rancho Cordova.
Visit Rancho provides
resources for a memorable stay, a family weekend getaway, attendance at a sports tournament, or an enhanced business trip.
We discuss the many events that take place in our city. We even find out that Marc is an avid skier, an author, and a painter, truly a jack of all trades.
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2022-10-261h 11The Rancho Cordova PodcastShelly Blanchard, Executive Director Cordova Community CouncilThe Cordova Community Council (Rancho Cordova) was founded in 1959 as an “organization of organizations,” a forum for citizens to meet, dream about the future, and plan community celebrations.
In this episode, Shelly Blanchard who is the Executive Director of Cordova Community Council discusses how the events she is responsible for - come to fruition, and the amount of organization that goes into making them, the successes they are. We talk about the hugely successful July 4th celebration that attracts 25,000 to a local park as well as some of the other large events that take place in Ranch...2022-10-181h 16The Rancho Cordova PodcastLinda Budge, Rancho Cordova Council MemberIn this episode we get in depth with City of Rancho Cordova Vice Mayor, and long serving City Council Member Linda Budge. We discuss her early life growing up in the UK as a military brat, and get into her many visits to Taiwan with her family, her education and first jobs. We discuss how she arrived in Sacramento and her eventual entry into city government. Vice Mayor Budge discusses many of the projects she is involved in today as a City Council Member.
Linda was instrumental in the incorporation of Rancho Cordova as a city in 2003 a...2022-10-111h 01The Rancho Cordova PodcastBrandon Luke, Rancho Cordova Police ChiefIn the week's episode, we talk to Brandon Luke, Chief of Police of the Rancho Cordova Police Dept.
Chief Luke visited our offices to record this episode at our podcast studio.
We discussed the inner workings of the Rancho Cordova Police Dept, and Chief Luke described the inner workings of the many departments offered by the RCPD that in many instances are unique to a police agency of this size. We discussed crime figures, homeless and mental health issues, the role school resource officers play in these days of horrific school shoo...2022-10-041h 08The Rancho Cordova PodcastDonald Terry, Rancho Cordova MayorIn today's episode, we speak in depth to the current Rancho Cordova Mayor, Donald Terry.
Mayor Terry discusses his early life growing up in Santa Cruz, and his college days at UC Davis. He then went on to work at the state legislators' office where he got an early taste of state politics. We discuss his entry into local city government and get in-depth about his many achievements as a long-serving Rancho Cordova City Council member. We discuss what's going on in the city of Rancho Cordova today and look at some of the many exciting projects the City Council is...2022-09-281h 29The Rancho Cordova PodcastCyrus Abhar, Rancho Cordova City ManagerIn today's episode, we speak in depth with Rancho Cordova's City Manager, Cyrus Abhar about his life, how he came to America, his career, becoming City Manager for Rancho Cordova. After the break, we discuss all things Rancho Cordova.
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The Rancho Cordova PodcastThe Rancho Cordova Podcast Trailerhttp://www.ranchocordovapodcast.org
The Rancho Cordova Podcast is a window into the movers and shakers of Rancho Cordova, as well as the people who run the city. Hosted by California Capital Film Office Executive Director, Charles Lago the show features in-depth interviews and real stories from people living the Rancho Cordova lifestyle about topics near and dear to those living in our city and region - or those simply curious to find out more about Rancho Cordova - All America City.
Every week you will hear interviews and discussions with politicians, newsmakers, inspiring entr...2022-09-0803 min
Passive Income Through Multifamily Real EstateEpisode #258: Part One of Our Series on Property Management Companies With Lani B. PorterToday’s episode is the first in a two-part series on property management companies. In part one we’ll be focusing on large properties that contain over 100 units. Joining us today to help unpack this expansive topic is Lani B. Porter, Executive Vice President and managing director at CALCAP Properties, a sizable property management company that runs its operations throughout the southwest. Not only does Lani have an impressive background in operations, she also has extensive experience on the executive level, having worked in senior management positions for companies like American Residential Properties and EmotiveVR. In our conversation, we disc...2022-09-0525 min
Multifamily Matters8/28/2021 Multifamily Matters, Ep. 187 "Modernizing Multifamily Marketing"A conversation with two longtime multifamily veterans, Lani Porter, Executive Vice President and Managing Director with CALCAP Properties, and Ryan Kelly, Marketing Director with CALCAP Properties …discussing ideas and methods to modernize multifamily marketing. Show Guests: Lani Porter – Executive Vice President and Managing Director with CALCAP Properties Ryan Kelly – Marketing Director with CALCAP Properties Host and Producer: Paul Marks, CAS Tape Date: August 24, 2021 Air Date : August 28, 2021See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform2022-02-0152 min