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TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Mountain Festival Weekend!Clare Scotti with Discover Tehachapi joins host Mya Acosta to discuss the busy upcoming weekend. Take a listen and plan out your Mountain Festival weekend! For the full rundown and schedule of events, visit www.tehachapi.com or check out the Discover Tehachapi social media pages for more information on our wineries and breweries @discovertehachapi.2024-08-1522 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Update August 2-4It's time for the weekly update on what to look forward to this weekend in Tehachapi. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi joins Key Budge to talk about all things Tehachapi at wineries and breweries and more for the first weekend of August. We also talk about the rest of August with so much to do in this mountain community. Send your thoughts, questions and suggestions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.2024-08-0124 min
TehachaPodIn the Know with your Tehachapi Police Department: Sergeant James ClarkIn this episode of In the Know with your Tehachapi Police Department, Sergeant James Clark shares how he came to be a member of TPD and his experience in working at different law enforcement agencies throughout Southern California. To support the TPD and City staff participating in the Bakersfield Marathon and to donate to the fundraiser for the Tehachapi Police Foundation, visit the website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/508/Police-Foundation-Bakersfield-Marathon-T Funds raised through the Tehachapi Police Foundation will go toward starting several new initiatives to connect with the youth in Tehachapi. 2024-01-2324 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Rainy Weekend FunRain or shine, our breweries, wineries, and local organizations have plenty to offer this weekend. Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the happenings for the weekend of January 18, 2024. To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com2024-01-1816 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Cheers to the New Year!Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, ring in the new year by discussing the events happening for the weekend of Jan. 11. Our breweries and wineries are bustling with entertainment and we look forward to the exciting return of the Wine Walks on Feb. 10. To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com2024-01-1223 min
TehachaPodKicking off 2024 with the Tehachapi Chamber of CommerceWe talk with Clare Scotti from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, recap 2023 and tease what to expect in 2024. The calendar is already beginning to fill up with special events being planned both for the community and local businesses. Clare talks about the success of the gift card program and explains how it will continue year round to support local Tehachapi based businesses. We talk about the upcoming Citizen of the Year, Large and Small Business of the Year and Non Profit of the Year. www.Tehachapi.com. Send your thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-12-2630 min
TehachaPodIn the Know with your Tehachapi Police Department: Feat. Sergeant Justin RuppertTehachapod's recurring segment featuring members of the Tehachapi Police Department continues with Sergeant Justin Ruppert. Sergeant Ruppert has served on the Tehachapi Police Department for a year and a half and shares his experience in becoming an active community member. For more information on the Tehachapi Police Department, visit https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/481/Police-Department2023-12-2329 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Looking to Christmas and New Year's Eve!Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the events happening for the weekend of Dec. 21. Make sure to stock up on your favorite local wines before some locations take a break after the new year, and visit the breweries for some fun events! To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com2023-12-2119 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: The Holiday Fun Continues...Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the events happening for the weekend of Dec. 15. From the Discover Tehachapi FREE Christmas Light Tour to horse-drawn carriage rides provided by the Semerenko Team, the Christmas fun keeps on coming. To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com2023-12-1516 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: More Holiday FunMya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, share this weekend's events and activities happening around town. The Christmas and holiday-theme is continuing with the Holiday Window Decorating Contest, horse-drawn carriage rides, Santa-Con, and much more! To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com2023-12-0723 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Hometown Christmas Preview and more!Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, dive into the fun-filled weekend that will kick off the start of December. From the highly anticipated Tehachapi Hometown Christmas event to the storefront window decorating contest, there is endless opportunities to get into the holiday spirit this weekend. For more information on Hometown Christmas, visit our website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/492/Tehachapi-Hometown-Christmas To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com 2023-11-3031 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Chamber Spotlight - Tehachapi Cement PlantWe get a chance to talk with Clare Scotti from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and the team from the new Tehachapi Cement Plant (formerly Martin Marietta & Lehigh-Hanson). Blaze Moran Plant Manager and Maria Cincis Community Relations Manager tell us about the transition taking place with the newly named Tehachapi Cement Plant recently purchased by Unacem. We get a chance to learn about the plants long 100 plus year history in Tehachapi and the multi-generations of families that have been employed at the facility in Monolith. We also get some updates from the chambers digital Christmas gift card program...2023-11-2934 min
TehachaPodSaving Lives by Donating Blood w/Houchin in TehachapiShane Hubbard the Marketing and Communications Manager for Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) come to the TehachaPod studio to talk about saving lives. We talk about the success from our Tehachapi mobile blood drives and the constant need to refill the blood bank. HCBB joins the City of Tehachapi, Tehachapi Vineyard Church, and the Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District every two months on a whole blood, platelet, & plasma drive. For the past 5 years we have worked with our community partners to help fill the blood bank, Shane explains why there is such a constant need and how the donated blood...2023-11-2240 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Preview to Thanksgiving WeekendIt's time for your Weekend Update with Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi! This episode is a two-for-one, with a preview for the weekend of November 17th and a look at what's happening Thanksgiving weekend. Be sure to take advantage of special holiday hours at some of Tehachapi's wineries and breweries! To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, www.discovertehachapi.com 2023-11-1622 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Veterans Day PreviewMya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the upcoming schedules for our local wineries and breweries and other events happening around town. There will be plenty to do around Tehachapi this Veterans Day weekend! To learn more and to book a wine tour, visit www.discovertehachapi.com 2023-11-1018 min
TehachaPodIn the Know with Your Tehachapi Police Department: Featuring Sergeant Drew FunderburkTehachapod kicks off a new recurring segment where members of the Tehachapi Police Department are invited into the podcast studio to share about themselves, the latest happenings in the department, crime prevention efforts, recruitment, and much more. This segment features Sergeant Drew Funderburk who is a long-time Tehachapi resident and has served as a member of TPD for 8 years. For more information on the Tehachapi Police Department, visit https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/481/Police-Department To learn more and to sign up for the Volunteers in Police Services program, click here: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/CivicAlerts.aspx...2023-10-3012 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Update & Council Recap Sep 2023We take a few minutes to share information on the recent Tehachapi City council meeting that took place on Sep. 18, 2023. We meet our new Community Engagement Specialist Mya Acosta who will be apart of future episodes of TehachaPod. She will be sharing her insight on city projects, departments, programs and events happening in Tehachapi with her new weekly video series "Tehachapi Talks". Send your thoughts, questions and suggestions to Medeia@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-09-1923 min
TehachaPodEntertainment & Events in Tehachapi July 6-13 2023We have all the details on what's happening and where in Tehachapi. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has done the research for you, she tells us what the food and entertainment will be at our microbreweries and wine tasting rooms. She has the details on all the community events coming up and helps you with planning a fun filled weekend in our Tehachapi communities. Send your questions, thoughts and suggestions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-07-0615 min
TehachaPodNannette Keller Boutique Her Journey to TehachapiWe got a chance to meet Downtown Tehachapi business owner Nannette Keller and talk to her about her store and fascinating journey that brought her to Tehachapi. Her passion to become a designer began as a little girl, that passion took her to New York then Los Angeles and now in Tehachapi. She talks about her clothes, inspiration to design, and her sewing school as well as her boutique on Tehachapi Blvd. www.NannetteKeller.com Send your show thoughts, questions and suggestions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-06-0744 minTehachaPodMay Events in the Tehachapi Business CommunityMay is going to busy around Tehachapi. Jeanette Pauer from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce checks in with details on four new ribbon cuttings for local businesses, and we talk about May events you might want to put on your calendars. www.Tehachapi.com to reach Jeanette. Send your thoughts, questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-04-2817 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Business Owner Sara Frost & the Tehachapi Flower ShopSara Frost, owner of the Tehachapi Flower Shop in downtown stops by to talkl about her business and shares a few stories. Sara purchased the Tehachapi Flower Shop two years ago, and is the fifth owner of the business since it opened in 1963. She shares some tips on how to keep your arrangements looking fresh cut a little longer and the best time to order flowers. Tehachapi Flower Shop is located on Green St across from the BeeKay Theatre. www.TehachapiFlowerShop.com. Send your questions and thoughts to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-04-1148 min
TehachaPodEaster Weekend in Tehachapi Winery, Brewery, Entertainment UpdateEaster and Spring is upon us in Tehachapi, Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi knows where all the Easter Eggs can be found! Clare has researched all of the fun things to do in Tehachapi and what our wineries and breweries have to offer also. www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for more information on tours and Tehachapi experiences. Send your show thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-04-0616 min
TehachaPodTehachapi City Council Recap KCFD Local Coverage DiscussionWe talk about the recent Tehachapi City Council meeting and recap the activity. We highlight TPD Dispatcher Rae Budge who was honored with Dispatcher of the Year by Tehachapi VFW Post 12114, and recognized for her dedication to our community by Congressman McCarthy, Senator Shannon Grove, Assemblyman Fong, Supervisor Scrivner, and Mayor Davies. We also recognized Virginia Sheridan, Bill Lee and Vanessa Villanueva who are local business owners for operating their businesses inthe City of Tehachapi. Finance Director Hamed Jones presented the mid-year budget to council, and Jay Schlosser presented a planning document for the Housing Element Update. A discussion...2023-03-2136 minTehachaPodTehachapi Entertainment Guide at Wineries & Breweries Plus a few extrasClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has a few tips on what entertainment and food specials will be happenning around Tehachapi. She shares it all for Tehachapi Wineries & Breweries plus details on a few other local happenings. Get more information at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com, send your show thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-03-0212 minTehachaPodTehachapi Chamber Small Business & Events Update March 2023Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce President Jeanette Pauer stops by TehachaPod to talk about the March small business activities. We get a chance to talk about the upcoming Lunch and Learn, Chamber Luncheon, new local business grand openings, and other community events in March and April in and around Tehachapi. Check out the new Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce website www.Tehachapi.com. Send your questions and thoughts to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-02-2820 min
TehachaPodTehachapi's Winery & Brewery Entertainment Update Jan 19-22Our weekly winery and brewery entertainment and food update with Discover Tehachapi's Clare Scotti. Clare joins us weekly to share all of the latest information on what to find at Tehachapi's wineries and breweries. Follow Discover Tehachapi at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com to find out how to book a personalized tour. Send your show questions and comments to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2023-01-2014 min
TehachaPodEntertainment & Food at Tehachapi Wineries & Breweries over Christmas WeekendWe have all of the latest information of what the Tehachapi Wine & Brew scene will offering over the Christmas weekend. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has talked to all of the wine and brew stops in Tehachapi and will tell you where to go over the holiday. www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for more information on wine tours. Send your questions and comments to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-12-2206 min
TehachaPodEntertainment and Food at Tehachapi Wineries Breweries and Some other Special EventsThe weekly Tehachapi entertainment update is full of Christmas related activities to participate in around Tehachapi. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has all of the latest information on what is happening at the breweries, wineries, and other entertainment options you have for the weekend. Visit www.DiscoverTehachapi.com for further information, send your show questions, comments and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-12-0918 min
TehachaPodState of California Announces Partial Closure of CCI in TehachapiOn Dec 6, the California Department Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR) announced the full closing of the California City Correctional Facility and the partial closing of Tehachapi's California Correctional Institute (CCI). We have a frank discussion about the closing and what it means to local families, businesses and to the City of Tehachapi. The impact following last years closure of another CCI facility has both short and long term economic impact to the region of East Kern County and specifically Tehachapi. We get into the information that has been shared with us, and detail the vague release of information by CDCR. Send...2022-12-0834 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Chamber of Commerce Update December 2022Jeanette Pauer from the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce stops by to talk about upcoming events in Tehachapi the chamber is involved with. Jeanette talks about some new businesses in Tehachapi and what they offer. We also talk about the Tehachapi Christmas Parade hosted by the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce and the day long list of events on Dec. 3rd. We also cover the future direction the chamber is going and how they want to promote small businesses and find ways to help them thrive in Tehachapi. Send your show thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-11-2925 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Hometown Christmas Lineup for Dec 3Ashley, Corey, Greg & Key talk about the Tehachapi Hometown Christmas event on Saturday December 3. They actually cover all of the events taking place on the 3rd starting at 8 am and ending at 9pm in Tehachapi. There are numerous family geared, Christmas themed events to enjoy. The City of Tehachapi will close Green Street between Tehachapi Bl to F Street as we do for Farmer's Market to host the Tehachapi Hometown Christmas. Local businesses and non profits groups will be out hosting Christmas themed activities for kids and families. Letter writing to Santa Claus, letters for veterans and active military...2022-11-2240 min
TehachaPodVeterans Day Weekend Tehachapi Entertainment GuideWe get you up todate on all activities and entertainment events in the tehachapi area for the Veterans Day weekend. Clare Scotti from www.DicoverTehachapi.com has gathered all of the information from the businesses, wineries, and breweries in Tehachapi. She will tell you what artist and what type of food will be at each location. We also talk about the Veterans Day celebration at Central Park and the upcoming Tehachapi Hometown Christmas event on Dec. 3. Send your questions and thoughts to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-11-1117 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Apple Festival Find Out What's Going onWe get a complete rundown on all of the Tehachapi Apple festival events that will take place on Saturday October 15 and Sunday the 16th in Downtown Tehachapi. Linda Carhart who puts it all together every year tells us what to expect this year. More information can be found at www.TehachapiAppleFestival.com. Plus there will be a carnival hosted by the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce. Send your show thoughts and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-09-2720 min
TehachaPodHistoric Tehachapi Earthquake Documentary ReleasedFilm producer Thom Mills stops by to talk about “4:52 The Tehachapi Earthquake” with the TehachaPod crew. Thom wrote, directed and produced the 20 minute documentary regarding the quake that leveled Tehachapi in 1952. He made the film for the Tehachapi Heritage League and filmed entirely in Tehachapi using local actors for recreations and local crew. Thom tells us about some of the fascinating stories he learned while writing the film. Copies of the movie can be purchased at the Tehachapi Museum and Tehachapi City Hall. Send your thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-09-1455 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Vineyard & Brewery Entertainment Updates for Labor Day WeekendLabor Day weekend is upon us, but Summer is not over, Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi shares all the updates for entertainment and special food at the local Tehachapi Breweries and Wine Tasting Vineyards. Clare gathers all the details to make it easy on you to make plans in Tehachapi. Discover Tehachapi is on Facebook and Instagram or check out their website www.DiscoverTehachapi.com. Send your show questions and comments to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-09-0112 min
TehachaPodWeekend Entertainment Update Tehachapi Breweries & WineriesClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi stops by with an update on the entertainment scene for our Tehachapi wineries and breweries. She also has all the special food options available to go along with the entertainment. Clare joins us weekly for up to date details on the artists performing in our community. Follow Discover Tehachapi. Send your questions and show thoughts to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-08-2515 min
TehachaPodMountain Festival Winery & Brewery Updates for TehachapiClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi stops by to share what is happening at Tehachapi Mountain Festival, all of our Breweries, Wineries, and Wine Tasting Room. She tells us where the entertainment will be and what type of food will be served at the venues. This is a weekly update with information Clare gathers for us to find in one place. Follow @DiscoverTehachapi on Facebook and Instagram. Send your show questions, thoughts and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-08-1814 min
TehachaPodNew Asphalt for City of Tehachapi Roads & Water Line ReplacementWe talk to Public Works Director Don Marsh regarding a couple of projects presented to the Tehachapi City Council recently. He explains why a water line replacement project originally budgeted for next year has been moved up to being done in the coming weeks and months. Don explains why the City of Tehachapi is able to move so quickly due to planning for future needs. We also talk about new asphalt for city roads in and how the Public Works Department plans for maintenance, rehabilitation and replacement of roads. Send your questions, thoughts and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-08-1732 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Wine Beer Cheers Entertainment Events Update Aug 11Discover Tehachapi's Clare Scotti joins me in studio to share where all of the special events are taking place in Tehachapi for the next week. She provides a list of all of the entertainment, food and activities at each of Tehachapi's Wineries, and Breweries. She also gets us up to date with Mountain Festival, Cheers to Charity and special exclusive behind the scene wine tasting experiences with the local wine makers. Follow Discover Tehachapi on Facebook and Instagram and at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com Send your comments, and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-08-1113 min
TehachaPodCity of Tehachapi Local Sales Tax Measure Q & AOn the latest episode of TehachaPod we (Key Budge, Hamed Jones & Corey Costelloe) talk about questions that have come from the community regarding the proposed City of Tehachapi Local Control Essential Services Sales Tax Measure. After seeing there is some confusion regarding multiple proposed initiatives in Kern County we thought we would share where to find information so you can make an informed decision regarding the sales tax measure in the City of Tehachapi. https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/localcontrol We explain that the proposed sales tax measures do not overlap with any other proposed measures...2022-08-1018 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Mountain Festival Schedule of ActivitiesJeanette Pauer from the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce stops by to talk to us about the 59th Annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival and also the upcoming activities and events in Tehachapi for August. The Tehachapi Mountain Festival is the 3rd Weekend every August which includes the Mountain Festival Rodeo, live music, Thunder on the Mountain Car Show, Makers Market, Craft Fair, beer garden, food vendors and much more. More information can be found at www.TehachapiMountainFestival.com. Send your show questions, thoughts and upcoming events to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-07-2614 minTehachaPodTehachapi Weekend Update W/Clare Scotti from Discover TehachapiClare Scotti stops in to tell us what the food and entertainment lineups will be at Tehachapi wineries and breweries. Clare is the owner operator of Discover Tehachapi Tours and she researches all of the information provided each week. Its a quick conversation to keep you up to date for the upcoming weekend. www.DiscoverTehachapi.com Send your events, show thoughts, ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-07-1508 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Symphony Orchestra a New Season is Fast ApproachingKris Duke joins us to talk about the Tehachapi Symphony Orchestra (TSO). She tells us about the history of TSO, and what we can expect in the upcoming season for the orchestra and choir. Kris is a long time Tehachapi resident and finds joy being part of the symphonic group. The concerts are free to the public and she encourages the community to come out and experience classical music performed by our neighbors. TSO is a nonprofit organization that survives through donations both by individuals and by businesses. She also talks about opportunities for aspiring musicians to participate. More...2022-07-1332 min
TehachaPodDorner Family Vineyard Talking to the Tehachapi Wine MakersMichele and Mike Dorner, owners, operators and wine makers of the family business known as Dorner Family Vineyards come in talk to us about their journey as Tehachapi's first winery. Yes Dorner Family Vineyard is the first winery in Tehachapi as they make their wine in their facility. They explain the difference between a winery and a wine tasting room. They talk about their working relationship with the other wine stops in Tehachapi and how collectively they all have created a wine industry in Tehachapi. Mike and Michele talk about how they learned from Bob and Patty Souza who...2022-07-0846 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Wine & Brew Entertainment Update for the Upcoming WeekendClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi has all of the food and entertainment updates for our Tehachapi wineries and Breweries. Each week she gets the information on the activities for the upcoming weekend. More information can be found at www.DiscoverTehachapi.com and on their Facebook & Instagram page as well. Send your questions and thoughts to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-07-0710 min
TehachaPodTehachapi has Another Podcast "In The Loop"Nick Tanaka, one of the hosts (Josh Crisalli being the other host) of the new "In The Loop" podcast from the Loop Community Newspaper stops by to talk about what they are doing. Nick shares how the new weekly podcast (new episodes every Monday) came to be and what they are trying to do with the show. "In The Loop" is set up as a news format show featuring upcoming stories the Loop Newspaper will feature. Nick tells us that publisher Claudia and reporter Pat may have future segments on the show. There have been numerous podcasts that have...2022-06-3042 min
TehachaPodJuly in Tehachapi Local HappeningsJeanette Pauer from the Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce tells us about the special events coming up including the 4th of July & Mountain Festival. We cover a lot of events coming up throughout the summer. The 4th of July and Mountain festival are two of the biggest events that occur annually in Tehachapi. Jeanette tells us what to expect. Send your events for us to talk about and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.2022-06-2917 min
TehachaPodCanine Companions in Tehachapi Needs Puppy RaisersWe get a chance to talk to two puppy raisers for Canine Companions from Tehachapi. Chris Estes and Madysen Rail stop by with their puppies in training Mathew and Waldo VI. Chris and Madysen volunteer their time along with their families raising puppies that will become service dogs for people with various needs and disabilities. Chris and Madysen share stories of how these dogs once they have completed training will go on to do amazing things with their matched human companion. CC is currently looking for additional puppy raisers to help get these dogs beginning at 8 weeks old through...2022-06-2847 min
TehachaPod4th of July in Tehachapi Special & Alta One is Growing4th of July in Tehachapi is going to be busy starting at 6 AM until the conclussion of the fireworks show at 9:30 PM. We talk about the activites on the 4th of July and the role Alta One Federal Credit Union has in the event. Stephanie Sievers the CEO of Alta One Federal Credit Union comes into the TehachaPod studio to announce some services and location for Alta One FCU. Alta One FCU is one of the key sponsors for our 4th of July celebration in Tehachapi and we say thank you for being a community partner. Send your questions...2022-06-2451 min
TehachaPodCCI Behind the Walls of Tehachapi's PrisonWarden Brian Cates and Lt. Eric Barthelmes join us on TehachaPod to talk about some rehabilitative programs for inmates they brought to CCI (California Correctional Institution) in Tehachapi that have not been done elsewhere in the prison system. They also talk to us about way the inmates are able to use their own money to buy things from local businesses and donate to local Tehachapi charities. Its an interesting conversation, we learn about how an art project turned into a documentary and how it impacted inmates and how they responded to the art project. Take a minute, you will...2022-06-2334 min
TehachaPodHistoric Tehachapi Earthquake With Jon HammondOn July 21 1952, Tehachapi endured a 7.3 & 7.5 earthquake leveling much of the downtown area killing twelve people and many more were injured. Jon Hammond local reporter and writer has interviewed numerous people who lived through the 52 quake. He tells some of the stories including memories from family members. Jon has an incredible style and way he tells a story. If you have read his stories in the Tehachapi News, and The Loop Newspaper then you will want to hear him tell you the stories with his own voice. It is a fascinating conversation that will share information you have probably never...2022-06-2153 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Winery & Brewery Entertainment Update June 16-22Discover Tehachapi's Clare Scotti stops in for a weekly update on all entertainment and happenings at our local breweries and wineries. Clare talks about who is performing on each day at each of the Tehachapi venues. If you have an event you would like us to talk about send it to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-06-1613 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Wine & Brew Updates June 10-12Time for the weekly update on what entertainment and events we can find around Tehachapi at our Breweries and Wineries. Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi provides the details. Send your questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-06-0911 min
TehachaPodCity of Tehachapi Balanced Budget DiscussionWe talk with City of Tehachapi Finance Director Hamed Jones about the recently approved balanced 2022/23 fiscal budget for the city. We talk about the 33 million dollar budget, where does the money come from and how is it spent throughout the various departments and funds. We talk about the future and how we have identified future challenges with increases in County of Kern charging for the KCFD to the city. We cover a lot of ground, ask Hamed a lot of questions and hopefully provide a little insight into the budget process for the City of Tehachapi. Send your questions...2022-06-091h 06
TehachaPodTehachapi Entertainment & Happenings UpdateClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi stops by to give us the weekly update on entertainment options in the Tehachapi area, she includes our breweries and wineries along with some other special events. The Tehachapi farmers Market is every Thursday 4 - 7 PM through August on Green street in downtown. Send your events, questions, comments to media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-06-0209 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Wine & Brew Scene Memorial day Weekend UpdateClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi joins us again for a weekly update on our winery, micro brewery, entertainment and events for the Memorial Day weekend in Tehachapi. There are a lot of tie-in type of events, check out the pilot competition and then check out the breweries in downtown, check out the local museums and then the wineries. Make time to watch the Memorial Day parade and Ceremony on Monday starting at 10 AM. Send your questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.2022-05-2714 minTehachaPodTehachapi Wine & Brew Scene Update May 19Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi stops by the TehachaPod studio to talk about all of the new entertainment and activities at the various Tehachapi vineyards, wineries, and breweries. Clare is now giving us weekly updates on the entertainment and activities because they are changing every week. You can also book tours for both wineries and the Tehachapi breweries through Discover Tehachapi. Send your show comments and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. Tell a friend about TehachaPod follow us for new information on local happenings, local businesses and hear from the people in our Tehachapi community.2022-05-1908 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Wine & Brew Scene May 12Clare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi stops in the TehachaPod studio to talk about what is happening at Tehachapi wineries and breweries. She covers the entertainment, food options, and activities planned at each location in Tehachapi. Clare also owns and operates Discover Tehachapi, a wine and brew tour company for our region. Send your thoughts and questions or show ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.2022-05-1207 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Wine & Brewery UpdateClare Scotti from Discover Tehachapi Wine Tours provides a quick update on what is happening at our Tehachapi wine destinations and Tehachapi breweries. It's a TehachaPod Mini Update on things to do this weekend. If you have an event you would like us to talk about contact us via email at Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-05-0510 min
TehachaPodArt 2022 Returns to TehachapiDonald Towns and Dwight Dryer representing Art 2022 stop by to tell us about what to expect at this years event. Both Donald and Dwight have extensive experience as artist and in 2021 they helped bring Art 2021 to Tehachapi. More than $100,000 was raised at auction from this Tehachapi inspired Art Collection that was created by artist from around the country. We share more of the story in our conversation with them on TehachaPod. You can get more information on Art 2022 at www.ArtsTehachapi.org Send your show thoughts and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-04-1923 min
TehachaPodGreater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, 2022 & BeyondJeanette Pauer the new President of the Greater Tehachapi chamber of Commerce stops by the TehachaPod studio to talk about all of the events and business activities coming up in 2022. Jeanette has been with the chamber only a few short weeks but she has hit the ground running. The monthly luncheons are back on the calendar. The June luncheon will feature speakers from NASA. The luncheons are on the 2nd Tuesday at Big Papa's. She has the annual Installation Dinner coming in May where they will honor the Citizen of the Year, Small & Large Tehachapi Business of the Year...2022-04-1834 min
TehachaPodShort Take Off & Landing at the Tehachapi AirportJoin us for a conversation with Anitra Goddard from Husky National STOL. The SoCal STOL is coming to the Tehachapi Municipal Airport on Saturday May 28. STOL is Short Take Off & Landing competition for pilots. These special aircrafts will be coming to Tehachapi from around the U.S. and Canada to compete in this one day event to see who can take off in the shortest distance and land in the shortest distance. These are the types of planes we've seen in Alaska and rural parts of the world to transport people and supplies to areas that don't have airports...2022-04-1525 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Community Theatre Moon Over BuffaloDavid Stenstrom is directing the next play at the Tehachapi Community Theatre called Moon Over Buffalo. He talks about the strength of the writing, the chemistry between the cast members and how everyone will just come away laughing. He is very proud of all involved in putting the play together and he explains more how others in the community can come out and help with future shows. Moon Over Buffalo will be at the BeeKay Theatre on Green Street in Downtown Tehachapi beginning April 22 and run through May 8. Tickets are available at TCTOnStage.org. Send your TehachaPod show thoughts...2022-04-1313 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Update Mini-PodTrying something new to TehachaPod, a mini-pod(cast). Every once in a while we will give you a short version of the podcast with just some quick updates on events coming up around Tehachapi. On the debut of the Mini-TehachaPod I talk to Jeanette Pauer from the Greater Tehachapi chamber of Commerce and talk about events coming up in the local business, recreation and events calendars from our community. Send your questions, thoughts and events to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.2022-04-0413 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Police Chief Kroeger Talks Crime & PreventionTehachapi Police Department Chief Kent Kroeger came into the Tehachapod studios to talk about some recent arrests, crimes they have been seeing and some crime prevention techniques we should all implement. Chief Kroeger talks about the partnership between the public and the police department and how important it is that we all work together to make Tehachapi safer. He explains how officers work tirelessly and have had some signficiant arrests recently in crimes occuring locally. He is rolling out a new crime prevention program called #9PM. He explains how crime reduction and the publics perception of feeling safe in our...2022-03-2342 min
TehachaPodDiscover Tehachapi Wine ToursChris Scotti stops in the TehachaPod studios to talk about the new Discover Tehachapi Wine Tour business he and his wife Clare started. He explains the goal is to give the customer an experience as they are taken to three different Tehachapi area wineries for a tasting and experience. Discover Tehachpi works closely with the local wineries to make sure everyone walks away feeling special. www.DiscoverTehachapi.com also on Facebook and Instagram. Send your questions for TehachPod to media@TehachapiCityHall.com 2022-03-1139 min
TehachaPodRoad Projects in the City of TehachapiDon Marsh, the Public Works Director joins the TehachaPod crew to talk about road conditions and future projects in the City of Tehachapi. We talk about how the roads are funded, planned, and maintained. His team has invested time into surveying all 163 miles of City of Tehachapi roadways and has put together plans for maintenance and rehabilitation of all roads. Don also talks about communicating with the Planning Department to try and tie in projects so the roadways are impacted once rather two or more times in the same area. We also recap the recent Tehachapi City Council meeting...2022-03-0850 min
TehachaPodTehachapi weather can change quicklyTehachaPod takes a few minutes to talk about the hard freeze we recntly had and things to do to avoid some headcahes in your home. How you can get real time road and highway updates. We also recently met with Jeanette Pauer who is the new president of the Great er Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce. We cover a lot of ground and talk about variety of topics in Tehachapi. Send us your show ideas and comments to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2022-02-2428 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Proclaims Safe Surrender Baby Awareness MonthTehachapi City Council proclaimed February as Safe Surrender baby Awareness Month in Tehachapi. Jana Slagle from the Kern County Department of Human Services joins the TehachaPod crew to talk about the Safe Surrender program and how it works in Kern County. Jana explains why its important to have this disscussion to help let mothers of new born babies that there are programs to help them and their child to safely surrender the child. Anyone can surrender a new born baby within the first 72 hours of birth to any hospital or fire station with no questions a...2022-02-0932 min
TehachaPodHolidays in Tehachapi and lots to do locallyWe talk about all of the upcoming Christmas and Holiday activities throughout the greater Tehachapi area. The Christmas Parade is returning this year, Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, special Christmas events at the wineries, 12 Days of Christmas Food Drive, Greater Tehachapi Holiday Decorating Contest, American Legion Post 221 and Wreaths Across America for veteran gravesites. We also talk about several of the small businesses that are great places to find fantastic gifts and you support locally owned shops. Send your thoughts, questions and decorating contest information to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.2021-11-2224 min
TehachaPodExperience Tehachapi Magazine from the Loop NewspaperWe talk Experience Tehachapi Magazine 2021 edition with Publisher Claudia Baker and Editor Juliana Crisalli. The annual magazine highlights Tehachapi for both the resident and the visitor in mind. Experience Tehachapi Magazine is a full color 112 page look at events, happenings, heritage and art in Tehachapi. Julianna and Claudia describe the process they go through to plan and execute the content and layout. We even get a visit from Pat Doody who wrote three of the feature articles. Experience Tehachapi Magazine can be found throughout town at many businesses and the digital version is at www.TheLoopNewspaper.com. Send your...2021-11-1136 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Veterans to be Celebrated on Veterans DayMilitary veterans Kevin Davey and Dean Peterson who are the Commander and Vice Commander for Tehachapi American Legion Post 221 talk to us about the 2021 Veterans Day celebration at Central Park. Kevin a U.S. Army veteran and Dean a U.S. Air Force veteran share the details on what to expect and why its important for the entire community to join in the event. There will be activities, displays, music, food and it will begin flag ceremonies and national anthem. Tehachapi should make plans to come out and meet and celebrate our veterans on Thursday November 11 at 11 AM. The c...2021-11-0332 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Teen Author Saida Woolf Authors Comic Book SoulstreamSoulstream is a comic book series that is now in a book format complete with the entire collection of work by Saida Woolf. She stopped by TehachaPod to talk about how the characters came together and the story has evolved. Soulstream is a fantasy superhero comic book series that has taken off over the past year. Saida is a Tehachapi teenager who is now a published author and artist who will be signing her book at the Errea House Museum in Downtown Tehachapi on Saturday Nov. 6 Noon-4 PM. You can follow @Soustream & @SaidaWoolf on all social media platforms. Send...2021-10-2137 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Apple Festival is BackApple Festival time in Tehachapi is quickly approaching! Linda Carhart stops by the TehachaPod studio to talk about what she has organized for this years event. She says there will be live music, food, family and children's games, pie eating contest, pie baking contest, petting zoo, bounce houses, and the Fall Carnival hosted by the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce. The Apple Festival also will feature local apple farmers, local artisans with handcrafted goods and much more. The Apple Festival will be on Saturday October 16 & Sunday the 17th in Downtown Tehachapi on Green Street. For more information go to...2021-09-2821 min
TehachaPodCivil Air Patrol in Tehachapi Looking to GrowLt. Ruben Del Portillo and Travis Dalton from Tehachapi Civil Air Patrol Squadron 46 come into the studio to talk to us about their program. Civil Air Patrol is a fantastic opportunity for 12-18 year old boys and girls who have an interest in aviation and community service. They tell us how the unit has grown and has room for additional growth for both cadets and mentors. They meet every Tuesday at 5:30 PM at the Tehachapi Municipal Airport Terminal off J Street. Send your questions, thoughts and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2021-09-2448 min
TehachaPodIncredible Life Journey Brings Edward Martin to Tehachapi's AHTVWe are joined in studio by new AHTV COO Edward Martin who shares his story and vision. Edward has moved to Tehachapi and jumped right in to our community trying to soak up as much about who we are and what Adventist Health can do to make it even better. Edward's professional journey has taken him the corners of the world including Africa and Haiti helping rural hospitals thrive in challenging conditions. He brings his real world experiences with him and has a goal of ensuring that Tehachapi has the finest quality healthcare available. It is an easy conversation...2021-09-1639 min
TehachaPodTVRPD Fall Events In TehachapiAshley Krempien and Corey Torres visit TehachaPod to talk about the upcoming Fall event in Tehachapi. They talk about the success of the co-ed softball program that's underway, and how the new skatepark is shaping up. Running, cycling, and beer and wine festival, all coming to TVRPD in Tehachapi this Fall. The Mountain Gallop 5K is part of the Mountain Festival activities, the T-Town Ride is a 18 or 40 mile bike ride, and the Brews on the Mountain Beer & Wine Festival is just what it sounds like. Ashley and Corey get into the details of each event. Easy to sign...2021-08-1827 min
TehachaPodTehachapi High School Booster Club Looking for a Little HelpThe Tehachapi High School Booster Club is back after having almost all sports cancelled due to the pandemic last year. The Warrior Booster Club is back in action and could use a little help with memberships, volunteers and sponsorships. Corey Costelloe who is a THS alumni is also on the Warrior Booster Board of Directors and he breaks down what they do to support our student athletes in Tehachapi. He also shares how we as a community can support our student athletes and where the THS Boosters can use the help. More details can be found at www.THSBoosters...2021-08-1636 min
TehachaPodDonating Blood and Saving Lives in TehachapiRachel Parlier from Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) joins the TehachaPod crew in studio and talks about donating blood, plasma and platelets. She explains why its important to donate on a regular basis, we talk about the needs of cancer patients and how they need our help to fight the disease. A local 17 year old Bakersfield Liberty High School student Tatum De Montmorency (#TeamTatum) is in the middle of a fight with leukemia a blood/bone marrow cancer. Tatum has received blood and platelets from Houchin during her journey. The City of Tehachapi partners with HCBB and the Tehachapi...2021-08-1031 min
TehachaPodStar Gazing Party At The Tehachapi AirportNASA/JPL Solar System Ambassadors Dale Hawkins and Lauren Hollen stop by the TehachaPod studios to talk about the upcoming Star Gazing event at the Tehachapi Municipal Airport on Saturday September 11, 6:30 -10 PM. Dale and Lauren explain how this is going to be a family friendly event for all ages. The Star Gazing Party is free and there will be plenty of telescopes to see all of the planets. This event happens every three years so you don't want to miss it. More details will be posted on the City of Tehachapi Facebook page @CityofTehachapi. Send your show thoughts...2021-08-0427 min
TehachaPodNew Construction Projects in TehachapiTehachaPod gets a chance to sit down with Development Services Director Jay Schlosser and talk about the many new commercial and residential projects in the City of Tehachapi. Jay talks about new eateries coming to town, new construction, remodeling of existing businesses, new housing developments and industrial projects. If you have any questions for the City of Tehachapi, or TehachaPod please send an email to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. TehachaPod is hosted by Key Budge, Corey Costelloe and Greg Garrett.2021-07-2240 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Farmer's Market ChatterTehachapi Farmer's Market Manager Marianna Gutierrez joins the TehachaPod crew to talk about some of the new things coming for the 2nd half of the market season. We talk to vendors and people attending the Tehachapi Farmer's Market. The energy at the Farmer's Market has been overwhelmingly positive from everyone. The Tehachapi Farmer's Market is every Thursday 4-7 PM on Green St in Downtown Tehachapi through Sept. 30. If you have any questions, show ideas or topics you would like us to talk about please send us an email at Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2021-07-2027 min
TehachaPodGrid Hardening in Tehachapi in Preparation for PSPSWe talk to Southern California Edison's Terry Ohanian the Director of Expedited Grid Hardening and to Cal Rossi the Government Relations Manger for the Tehachapi area. They explain what is being done to harden the grid in preparation for the upcoming PSPS season. We ask questions received from the community and get the answers from SCE about the impacts all have felt throughout Tehachapi. We talk about resources for people with disabilities and who they can turn to for help. www.SCE.com provides updated information, resources and alerts through their website. Send your show ideas and questions to...2021-07-1551 min
TehachaPodTehachapi HS Students Learn To Build A PlaneThe Tehachapi Society of Pilots based at the Tehachapi Municipal Airport sponsor a Build-A-Plane program for local teens in their hangar. The program is approaching its third year of retired aviators mechanics and engineers mentoring local kids interested in the aviation field. They get hands on experience. I visited the Tehachapi Build A Plane Summer Program and watched the students working hands on with the tools building the plane. The Tehachapi Build A Plane program is looking for additional students and mentors to join the program, more information can be found at www.TehachapiSocietyofPilots.org or on their Facebook...2021-06-2509 min
TehachaPodSmall Businesses in Tehachapi Celebrate the removal of restrictionsThe TehachaPod crew talk about how the City of Tehachapi will be hosting a Grand Reopening of Small Businesses in the greater Tehachapi area with a symbolic ribbon cutting event on Tuesday June 15 at 8:30 AM on Green Street in downtown. This is the day California lifts the restrictions put in place during the pandemic. All Tehachapi based businesses are invited to attend and cut a symbolic ribbon of being able to open without restrictions. The public is also encouraged to attend and show their support for all small businesses in our region. Please RSVP by emailing KBudge@TehachapiCityHall.com...2021-06-0334 min
TehachaPodTehachapi's Airport is a Strong Asset to the CommunityTehachapi Municipal Airport Manager Ashley Whitmore joins the TehachaPod team to talk about our airport in Downtown Tehachapi. In the conversation we talk about some of the upcoming capital projects, special events that the airport hosts and other youth programs hosted by pilots. We even talk about the Event Center where the rodeos are held. For more information on the Airport you can find it at www.LiveUpTehachapi.com. Send your comments and questions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2021-05-2838 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Farmer's Market Set To Run All SummerThe Tehachapi Farmer's Market is getting ready to open under the management of the City of Tehachapi. TehachaPod invited new market manager Marianna Gutierrez in to share all the details on what to expect on Green St this summer. The Farmer's Market will start on June 3 and run through Sept 30 every Thursday 4 PM - 7 PM. If you are interested in being a vendor you can contact Marianna at (661) 822-2200 x 102 text Farmers Market to (661) 441-3844 or visit our website at www.LiveUpTehachapi.com. Send us your show thoughts, ideas or topic to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2021-05-1131 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Landfill & Household Hazardous Waste Drop-offKern County Public Works members Denise Saucedo & Chuck Magee join TehachaPod to talk about what we can take to the landfill and to the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Events in Tehachapi. For a complete details go to www.KernPublicWorks.com. Corey and Key also talk about the upcoming Tehachapi Farmer's Market, Adopt-A-Flag Program, and recent awards TehachaPod received. Send your comments and thoughts to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 2021-05-0646 min
TehachaPodTrain Enthusiasts Return to Historic Tehachapi Depot MuseumWe talk with Friends of Tehachapi Depot President Steve Smith about the re-opening of the Historic Depot Museum. He shares a little about the history of the Depot Museum, the volunteers that make everything happen and the Tehachapi Loop Overlook Project. The Historic Tehachapi Depot will also be holding the 10th anniversary (plus 1 year!) celebration this summer. www.TehachapiDepot.com has all of the information on how you can donate to the overlook project, links to their live train cameras and a lot of details on what you will see inside the museum itself. TehachaPod would love t...2021-04-2238 min
TehachaPodTexting to Tehachapi City Hall Now AvailableTextMyGov is the latest communication tool the City of Tehachapi has added to make it easier for the public to talk to city hall. TextMyGov allows the public to report a non-emergent problem, concern or question to Tehachapi City Hall utilizing keywords via text message. Text Hi to (661) 441-3844 to opt-in and you will receive a greeting, then enter a keyword like pothole, you will then receive the pothole reporting form sent to you via text message. You don't have to go to the website, locate the request tracker or call city hall and go through an automated phone...2021-04-0828 min
TehachaPodWhere does Tehachapi's Water Come From?We invite in two experts who have a working knowledge on how the Tehachapi area gets its water supply. Don Marsh and Tyler Napier join the TehachaPod crew to talk all things water in Tehachapi. It's important to understand how the City of Tehachapi gets its water supply, maintains its delivery system to the consumer, works with neighboring organizations on responsible pumping and we discuss the quality of our water. To see the annual water quality reports go to our website https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/91/Utilities Please make sure you subscribe or follow TehachPod and remember you...2021-03-2630 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Businesswoman Supports Small Town ShopsStacey Peel a local Tehachapi realtor donated $1,000 to purchase additional gift cards to support the Tehachapi Small Business Loyalty Program. Stacey learned that the program was so successful that all of the $20 gift cards to local eateries were about to be distributed and she felt she could help the program to continue to benefit the local economy if she made the donation. We talk to her on TehachaPod and learn about her motivation to help the local mom and pop stores. To receive a $20 gift card you must bring in receipts from locally owned City of Tehachapi businesses totaling...2021-03-1821 min
TehachaPodTehachapi Shines Brightly with Talented ArtistsKey & Corey talk about some of our small locally owned businesses and the early success of the Small Business Loyalty Program. Key gets a chance to talk with Charisse Rudolph a Tehachapi based artist who work is being featured at Gallery and Gifts in Tehachapi. Charisse uses a bright and vibrant color pallet to draw emotion and detail from her equine paintings. Charisse Rudolph is not only an accomplished artist but also an author of multiple books. But our conversation focuses on the paintings being featured at Tehachapi's Gallery and Gifts and also the LA Art Show in the...2021-03-1241 min
TehachaPodCongressman McCarthy Talks Stimulus & TehachapiCongressman Kevin McCarthy representing California's 23rd District which includes Tehachapi joins TehachaPod to talk about the Stimulus Package that just passed the house. We ask him about truck climbing lanes on Highway 58 and our local wine industry among other things. Congressman McCarthy knows the Tehachapi area very well with longtime local roots dating back to his great grandfather. He said during the interview that government should have 3 philosophies right now, "Get back to work, back to school and back to health." He also mentioned that people who are not familiar with Tehachapi should "discover Tehachapi." www.KevinMcCarthy.house.gov...2021-03-0227 minTehachaPodKicking Off 2021 In TehachapiWe get together for the first time in 2021 to do a quick review of 2020, talk about the newly seated Tehachapi City Council, economic growth in the region, and what we are working on in 2021. Greg Garrett, Tehachapi City Manager, Corey Costelloe, Economic Development Coordinator & Key Budge, Community Engagement are your hosts as we launch season 2 of TehachaPod. TehachaPod was designed to bring information to our community in a conversational style to help keep you up to date on what is happening in Tehachapi.2021-01-1335 minTehachaPodKiwanis in Tehachapi Helping ChildrenKiwanis Tehachapi President Tina Cunningham joined TehachaPod to talk about the numerous programs they work throughout the year that help children around the world. This volunteer based organization helps children locally in Tehachapi and participates in worldwide programs. Tina explains why they need new volunteers from the Tehachapi area to join and how they could help. Corey Costelloe and Key Budge talk about new businesses that have opened in town recently. Subscribe and follow TehachaPod with each new episode to stay informed on the happenings in Tehachapi.2020-09-1039 minTehachaPodTehachapi Author G.E. Perlin Talks about "The Dark of the Grey" his new bookTehachaPod is Tehachapi's podcast and we are talking to members of our community who are doing interesting things. Corey Costelloe talks to local author G.E. (Gary) Perlin about his new Sci-Fi book "The Dark of the Grey" (available on Amazon). Corey and Gary Perlin both grew up in Tehachapi, share a few stories and talk about the books origin. The TehachaPod crew also talks about the Rail Corridor Safety Project as it winds down as a summer long project and a few other things to look forward to in the coming weeks in Tehachapi.2020-09-0331 minTehachaPodTehachapi Cancer foundation and Other Local Non Profits In TehachapiWe have a conversation with the founder of the Tehachapi Cancer Foundation Jim Wallace. Jim shares how hard it has been on his non-profit and other organizations during the coronavirus pandemic. He explains how the Tehachapi Cancer foundation keeps all of the money raised in the Tehachapi community. Also the TehachaPod crew talks about new job opportunities, the fall school year and how we are looking for your input on future shows. Follow and subscribe free to stay up to date on what is happening in the Tehachapi area. www.TehachapiCancerFoundation.org2020-08-1333 minTehachaPodFilming in Tehachapi and the Making of NawaltWe talked with filmmaker Paul Winston from Unbounded Ambition Films regarding a recent Sci-Fi project he filmed in Tehachapi titled Nawalt. Paul explained how he found Tehachapi, why they filmed here, filming during the COVID19 pandemic. We also got a sneak peek into the project Nawalt with the creator himself. Hollywood has been using Tehachapi for a location to film projects from commercials, television and motion pictures for many years. We talk about the benefit to the entire community when outside industry come to the community and spend money in our local economy.2020-07-3039 minTehachaPodSCE Talks PSPS for Upcoming Tehachapi Wildfire SeasonSouthern California Edison joins the TehachaPod crew to talk about Public Safety Power Shutoffs in the Tehachapi region. Cal Rossi from SCE provides an update on what SCE has done to improve the infrastructure for the greater Tehachapi area and what to expect. We recap last years events, the problems, our community voice and how SCE responded to the issues. Wildfire season is upon us year round in Tehachapi, SCE has been upgrading poles to composite and fire prevention treated materials plus adding insulated lines to further decrease the chance of starting a wildfire following an extreme wind event. Th...2020-06-1135 min