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The Cast of NilesEpisode 14: The Story of Fighting Jack with Sue ParrySend us a textThis episode stands as a living monument to a Niles/ Fremont Legend, "Fighting Jack." When hear what Niles once was and now see what it has become today, we have to remember the lives and works of people who have gone before us. This episode shares a bit of the story of the life of one known as "Fighting Jack."May all who seek run for office and lead our city take note of the foundation that was laid generations before. This podcast is brought to you by the N...
2024-09-0337 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 13: Being a Niles Firefighter with Captain Cory WilsonSend us a textWe are now back with a brand new season of podcast episodes for you straight from Niles, CA. Captain Cory Wilson is a Fremont Fire Captain here at station #2 in Niles. But his story is more than just landing a job as a fire fighter. Cory grew up here in Niles. He moved here when he was nine years old. Our conversation with Cory is as enlightening and inspiring as they come. Going back years before serving the community in his current role, he shares with us stories and me...
2024-08-211h 05The Cast of NilesEpisode 12: The Incomparable Innkeeper with Michele WhiteSend us a textA lady who is known by some as "the innkeeper" is Michele White. Her story, how she ended up in Niles and more is fascinating. And the presence of hospitality and neighborliness that she possesses is equally remarkable. Her story directly intersects with the story of an another Cast of Niles guest we had on the podcast, Bruce Kaphan, her husband. Together they have helped to make Niles what it is today. This podcast is brought to you by the Niles Main Street Association. For more information about them an...
2023-11-1544 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 11: Drawing from Experiences and Painting from the Heart with Jeff AlbrechtSend us a textWorld renown artist and painter is another member of the Cast of Niles. He is from the Bay Area, but has been a part of the Niles community for a while now. Jeff teaches ceramics in a local high school, but in his extra time he paints and travels around to world to sell his paintings. Jeff is a fascinating individual, and we are excited to share this conversation with you to get to know him a little more. You can learn more about him on his website here. You...
2023-10-151h 14
The Cast of NilesEpisode 10: A Fresh Coat of Paint with Dirk VisserSend us a textEntering into a world of dust and dolls, Dirk Visser became part of the cast of Niles in the later 1900s. Dirk shared in many amazing experiences and opportunities as a fisherman, cafe owner, soap maker, a philosopher and now a writer. Dirk does not waste his experiences. Instead, he uses them to reflect on his life in order to understand it well and learn more about how to have a better life. This simple, yet profound, conversation deepens the pool in Niles. Who knew that in such a sm...
2023-10-0155 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 9: From Sound Check to the Underscore with Bruce KaphanSend us a textThe Cast of Niles has many characters, and in this episode we hear from one who has been making music right here in Niles that has been enjoyed all over the world. Bruce Kaphan made his way in to the Niles community decades ago; and as destiny would have it, he has navigated his way through various parts of the music industry leaving quite a legacy. Just like it takes many different people to come together to create a film, the community of Niles has many players who help keep the...
2023-09-1641 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 8: A Train Load of Niles GalsSend us a textIn this very special episode, we invite a dozen and a half gals who grew up in Niles to share their memories. And we did all of this live abroad the Skunk Train. The Niles Canyon Railroad hosted the podcast and this group of amazing Niles residents as we cruised down Niles' Canyon and back. For stories fashioned for the history books, this episode will not disappoint. Special thanks to the Niles Canyon Railroad for their work and hospitality in taking us all on this special journey down memory canyon.
2023-09-021h 04
The Cast of NilesEpisode 7: From Corporate to Comedy with Chris TabishSend us a textNiles resident Chris Tabish joins us for this episode to share his story how he went from working in a Fortune 500 company to providing comedy for people in companies who were working in positions just like he was in. Chris is the author of a few books including Comediology. His children's book can be found here. To see Chris doing stand-up live in the Bay Area, check out the available shows here at Cooper Cogburn. You can also find out more information about his company at their...
2023-08-1647 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 6: The Street of Dreams with the Pagan Sisters and Laurie ManuelSend us a textThe charms of Niles seen and experienced by tourists and outside visitors are truly exciting and delightful. But to understand the kind of town that dreams are made of, we must talk to the people who grew up running down her streets and experienced it day-to-day as life. This episode features a conversation with the Pagan Sisters and Laurie Manuel. These long time Niles residents grew up in Niles experiencing the pleasure of small town life in a tight knit community. These ladies share their experiences in a way that makes y...
2023-08-011h 13
The Cast of NilesEpisode 5: Niles' Artist Extraordinaire with Bobby DaultonSend us a textBobby (Robert) Daulton brings an extraordinary tone to the Cast of Niles. His pallet of life has left a fascinating hue on the canvas of Niles. He is an artist, a politician and many other roles within our community. To find out more about him, check out his website here. You can check out his cat portfolio here. To connect with Protect Niles, follow here.This podcast is brought to you by the Niles Main Street Association. For more information about them and the events t...
2023-07-1551 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 4: Behind the Niles' Banners and Beyond with Barry JenningsSend us a textBarry Jennings is a critical part of the cast of Niles. Barry plays a big role in helping Niles stay fresh and beautiful. Barry is responsible for coordinating and changing out the banners we see each time we walk downtown. Those banners are more than just decoration, they are a memorial. Among other things, Barry lives in an older historic house in the community that holds many more stories of its own. From cast members of the silent film to a regular boarding house, Barry's house is staple in the community.
2023-07-011h 01
The Cast of NilesEpisode 3: The NEW Niles Farmers' Market with Harvindar Singh and Justin JohalSend us a textNiles has a new Farmers' Market as of April 1, 2023. Founder/Operator and Manager Harvindar Singh and Justin Johal join us in this episode to talk about the story behind staring the Forager Market which brings to Niles the new Niles Farmers' Market. This episode was originally posted on the Fremont Podcast and was intended to be a crossover episode with the new Cast of Niles Podcast. We hope that you enjoy this episode as it tells about what a person can expect when they come to the Niles Farmers' Market and...
2023-06-1627 min
The Cast of NilesEpisode 2: The Niles Canyon Railway with Henry BaumSend us a textThe Niles Canyon Railway is a wonderful reminder of Niles history as well as a significant part of the its present reality. Its hard to imagine Niles, CA, without the historic railroad features in its trains and locomotives and its depot. In this second episode of the Cast of Niles, we sit down and talk with the president of the Pacific Locomotive Association that runs the Niles Canyon Railway, Henry Baum. Not only does Henry share with us the opportunities and progress made on the existing railway and future railroad museum...
2023-06-151h 10The Cast of NilesEpisode 1: An Introduction to the Cast of Niles Podcast with Krysten LaineSend us a textIn this inaugural episode of the Cast of Niles Podcast, Krysten Laine, the host of the Cast of Niles Podcast, sits down with Ricky B, the host of the Fremont Podcast, to talk about the origin story of the Cast of Niles podcast.Niles California has a rich history that reaches back before the forming of the city of Fremont, of which it is a part, to hundreds of years in the making. Niles has many stories born out of a varied past and kept by the characters that make up...
2023-06-0226 min