Shows
Nosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #177: Meet Hunter Bombard: Nosara’s 12 year old, certified snake & crocodile relocation specialistHunter Bombard’s normal day includes relocating Nosara’s wildlife & other Nosara adventures while balancing the normal life of a 12 year old in a small, yet rapidly evolving community.
He is unique with his extensive experience relocating animals at his age plus & a long family history of going above and beyond for Nosara’s wildlife…
However, Hunter enjoys normal activities such as futbol (soccer) & surfing. His father, Ryan Bombard, serves as Chief for Bomberos de Nosara. To see & hear more of Hunter’s adventures, check out @hunterbombardjungleadventu995. We hope you enjoy hearing from Hunter!
https://ri...2023-07-1912 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #176: Become Nosara’s developer Karl Lachner answers internet comments and explains his developmenthttps://richburnam.com/2023/07/15/become-nosaras-developer-karl-lachner-answers-internet-comments-and-explains-his-development/
2023-07-1947 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #174: Rebeca Navarrete’s episode!Rebeca is a Nosara native who serves as a leader in the community, a great mother, and operates a successful business. We hope you enjoy hearing from her & getting to know her more in this episode!
https://richburnam.com/2023/05/30/rebeca-navarretes-episode/
2023-07-1923 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #173: Brayan Briones Episodio Completo (Full Episode)Estoy muy feliz de compartir el episodio completo de Brayan Briones! Brayan es un amigo de mucho tiempo y en general una gran persona. Siento que su historia es inspiradora y espero que otros también lo hagan. Brayan es de Ostional y se usa para caminar a Guiones todos los días, ya que tenía transporte, ni siquiera una bicicleta. Sin embargo, trabajó habilidades difíciles y desarrolladas y ahora está avanzando en nuevas oportunidades para ayudar a satisfacer a su esposa y a 3 niños adorables.
I am very happy to share the full episode...2023-07-1932 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #172: Mr. Chris Moniz from Keys AquiWhen Chris moved to Nosara, he caught my attention both by getting involved via action and words. His actions were volunteering with the Bombero’s and vocally with a strong online voice.
In this Nosara Podcast episode, we explore Chris’s journey to Nosara and creating Keys Aqui then finding a way to make a living here and much more… Chris shares a good bit of info about security, building safes, setting up your home entrance points properly, and more info people can find useful.
Hopefully you enjoy getting to know Chris a bit more in thi...2023-07-1927 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #171: Social Scientists discuss the Nosara Research Project from DemoLab… What does this mean for Nosara’s future?Dr Tina Nibatchi, Dr Alvaro Salas Castro, and Christian Freitag, JD, PhD join the Nosara Podcast to discuss their findings from the Nosara Research Project and what this information means for Nosara going forward.
https://richburnam.com/2023/04/23/social-scientists-discuss-the-nosara-research-project-on-the-nosara-podcast/
2023-07-1841 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #175: Meet Marco Villegas; The Nosara Civic Association’s Executive DirectorMarco Villegas moved to Nosara to serve as the new Executive Director for the Nosara Civic Association. He earned an MBA in Business Administration and Sustainability and has over 10 years experience helping NGO’s and is ready to put his skill set to work for Nosara. We hope you enjoy this conversation and getting to know Marco better!
https://richburnam.com/2023/07/03/meet-marco-villegas-the-nosara-civic-associations-executive-director/
2023-07-1231 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #170: The Jake Carruthers Nosara Podcast Episodehttps://richburnam.com/2023/04/16/the-jake-carruthers-nosara-podcast-episode/
Jake Carruthers is a great guy to speak with and get to know. His approach to life is wildly different than mine at his age and I enjoyed hearing and learning about him in this Nosara Podcast episode.
2023-04-1727 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #169: The Tommy Ten Toes Episode!https://richburnam.com/2023/04/11/the-tommy-ten-toes-nosara-podcast-episode/
I had a great time speaking all things surf, life in Nosara & especially learning Tommy’s journey from Africa, to England, to Australia, then finally Nosara. He’s a pleasure to hang with and I appreciate his candid opinions he shares in this episode.
2023-04-1750 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #168: Collin Taylor: His Personal Story & Business Evolution From Robin’s Ice Cream Into Morphohttps://richburnam.com/2023/03/23/collin-taylor-his-personal-story-business-evolution-from-robins-ice-cream-into-morpho/
Collin Taylor from Morpho shares his story, thoughts on Nosara, and how he and his business evolved. After purchasing the well known restaurant Robin’s Ice Cream, he took his time to figure out exactly what his goals & objectives are.
His clarity and confidence are impressive and we hope you enjoy getting to know him in this episode!
2023-04-1728 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #167: Caricaco Music Festival is coming back to Nosara!https://richburnam.com/2023/03/09/caricaco-music-festival-is-coming-back-to-nosara/
Dr. Alejandro is back, except this episode is only fun stuff: Music & surf talk. He details the upcoming Caricaco Music Festival and I ask him details about his surfboard inventory.
2023-04-1708 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #166: The Nosara Skatepark Episodehttps://richburnam.com/2023/03/01/the-nosara-skatepark-episode/
This Nosara Podcast episode is a great one! We’re thrilled about the new skate park, plus we learn quality community information. Thanks Thierry & Mike!!!
Nosara Skatepark Episode Notes:
Thierry owns Cafe Paris, since 1995, 28 years here with wife Martín, their son Mael
Mike Lopez, from LA. Pro skateboarder, actor, stuntman
Skatepark started with Mael’s visit to Tamarindo with his friend Jack & only feeling safe at skatepark. He wanted to donate some land he owned in N Guiones to a skatepark which Thierr...2023-04-1751 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #165: Cynthia Michaud & The James Initiativehttps://richburnam.com/2023/02/15/cynthia-michaud-the-james-initiative/
Cynthia Michaud’s episode is heart wrenching, yet full of warmth, positivity, and hope through community events such as Tastes And Treasures Of Nosara, on February 25th.
In this episode, Cyn shares how The James Initiative is an transitioning a tragedy into massive amounts of ongoing positivity reaching deep into Esperanza, a small town on southern end of Nosara.
Unfortunately, 1/3rd of it’s residents live beneath the poverty line, and some residents are suffering from domestic violence, alcoholism, incest, teenage pregnancy, mental needs, etc. and they need...2023-04-1723 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNP #164: Emmanuel Gutierrez covers Nosara Crece, Vive el Sueno, Santa Marta ASADA, Nosara – Nicoya Relation, and much more Nosara Challenges and Opportunitieshttps://richburnam.com/2023/02/10/emmanual-gutierrez-covers-nosara-crece-vive-el-sueno-santa-marta-asada-nosara-nicoya-relation-and-much-more-nosara-challenges-and-opportunities/
Big thanks to Michael Strasmich for connecting us with Emmanual Gutierrez who recently recorded with us. Emmanual is highly involved in multiple community initiatives such as Nosara Crece and Vive el Sueno, and also serves on the board of the Santa Marta ASADA. He has a high level education, is originally from San Jose, but came to Nosara and is dedicating his life to the people.
In his podcast we cover a lot of ground from explaining the ideas and programs behind Nosara Crece and Vive el Sueno to c...2023-04-1744 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Alejandro’s new X-ray machine & Paradise Medical’s expansion, Plus intro to James Initiative to benefit Esperanzahttps://richburnam.com/2023/02/06/dr-alejandros-new-x-ray-machine-paradise-medicals-expansion-plus-intro-to-james-initiative-to-benefit-esperanza/
Dr. Alejandro is excited about the expansion of services for Paradise Medical plus how the James Initiative plans to help Esperanza’s community.
2023-02-0611 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamGnome Surf kicks off Happy Camps in February to help kids with Autism, Down syndrome, Depression, Anxiety; ADD, ADHD, and moreGnome Surf is back with updates about Happy Camp in CR which starts in February 2023. Here’s the show notes from another great conversation with Mr. Chris Antao:
Chris needs shoulder help after 800 lessons
Happy Camp happening in February
Happy Camp non profit 501c3 autism, ADD ADHD, depression & anxiety
families from all over coming
gnome traveling to Texas, CR, not just northeast
Chris done with investment banking job and now a firefighter due to gnomes growth
Gnome doing well was on PBS, the good news movement, more corporate sponsors and hitting sustainability limits for survival
used to be 200 to...2023-02-0623 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNitzan Solan is a chemical engineer determined to help Nosara’s wastewater situationhttps://richburnam.com/2022/12/30/nitzan-solan-is-a-chemical-engineer-determined-to-help-nosaras-wastewater-situation/
Nitzan Solan is a chemical engineer working in sustainability with a passion for Nosara and what it brings to her personal life. She has strong opinions about wastewater management & wants people to learn sustainable systems using wastewater not only to be better stewards for the environment, but to grown their own food & overall make differences. Her experience includes TED talks, being a medical cannabis specialist, and focusing on converting waste into energy.
2023-02-0636 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamChase Kosterlitz shares his story & speaks his mindhttps://richburnam.com/2022/12/26/chase-kosterlitz-shares-his-story-speaks-his-mind/
Chase Kosterlitz is an interesting episode. We met in 2012 at a surf expo as Blue Zone SUP searched for a pro surfer. Chase was, and is, a world class paddle surf racer so we didn’t fully connect. Years later, Chase meets Mr. Erik Antonson who brings Chase to Nosara and now he’s here full time. We surf together daily and I frequently laugh about how it all transpired. In this episode, Chase shares his story, his current life, his goals, and much more.
2023-02-0640 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara’s firefighters have a plan; Andrew Weinstein is coming for youhttps://richburnam.com/2022/12/16/nosaras-firefighters-have-a-plan-andrew-weinstein-is-coming-for-you/
Nosara’s Bombero’s literally save lives yet are always seeking funding. Mr Andrew Weinstein has a new plan for everyone to hear and a way of categorization new to our area: There are ‘essential’ services and there are ‘discretionary’ services… Listen in and see how you feel about their new fiscal plan in this episode.
2023-02-0617 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamBram Shook’s Nosara Podcast, RE Episode 1; 2012 to 2021 Nosara Real Estate updatehttps://richburnam.com/2022/12/13/real-estate-in-nosara-episode-1/
Bram was my first contact in 2002, recommended from someone named Harvey, I think. Anyways, I always remembered him and am grateful you can get to know him too in this episode.
Quick synopsis: Bram’s been here 20+ years, has a picture perfect family and seemingly lives about a good a life as anyone possibly can. He admits paradise isn’t perfect, yet Bram seems to have his comfort zone in line. He’s the subject of the very first Nosara Podcast Real Estate episode and I’m grateful to him for this. NP...2023-02-0610 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Vanessa introduces BIONEST partnership & DISCOUNT for Nosara residentshttps://richburnam.com/2022/11/23/dr-vanessa-covers-new-wca-and-bionest-partnership-for-affordable-wastewater-solutions-in-nosara/
Dr. Vanessa returns to NP introducing a partnership with Eduardo from Bionest as septic solutions for our rapidly growing community. Dr. Vanessa is a frequent guest who brings high-level people such as Dr. Robert Edgeworth and Nick McCalpin, plus several community info events to NP on a regular basis.
In this episode, Vanessa announces a new partnership with BIONEST to promote the installment of conscious and alternative septic solutions.
Together with Mr. Eduardo Berrocal from BIONEST they explain the different implementations options, costs associated with installing and maintaining these typ...2022-11-2421 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamAric Ray thinks a great deal, about a great many thingshttps://richburnam.com/2022/11/13/aric-ray-talks-aliens-artificial-intelligence-robots-technology-in-health-and-warfare-plus-much-much-more/
It didn’t surprise me to learn Aric Ray has a degree in philosophy. He loves to discuss various aspects of many subjects & he thinks a great deal about a great many things: Things like extraterrestrials, artificial intelligence, the future of robots, warfare technology, globalized currencies, cloning… and what these things mean to the future of civilization. You name it and if it’s out there being speculated upon then there’s a great chance Aric is reading something or another about it and is willing to share his opinions and ideas. We apprecia...2022-11-2433 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamJose ‘Memo’ Guillermo shares heartwarming story about the local library changing his life and opening opportunities for he and his familyhttps://richburnam.com/2022/10/16/jose-memo-guillermo-shares-heartwarming-story-how-the-local-library-changed-his-life/
Jose ‘Memo’ Guillermo is a fine example of a success story unfolding.
In this episode, we start in Spanish (subtitles available) for a bit then transition into English as Memo explains how the local library, Biblioteca Kitson, helped change and advance he and his family. After attending Del Mar Academy he was introduced to the English classes available at the library. This helped him so much his family decided to go as well, which opened up more opportunities to improve their lives.
We go over his current progress (he’s doin...2022-11-2414 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamLaura Murillo Shares Her Talentshttps://richburnam.com/2022/11/02/laura-murillo-shares-her-talents/
Laura Murillo is a multitalented woman who passionately practices, preaches, and teaches what she loves the most. She wants to help everyone she can improve and enjoy their lives through the arts. She caught me by surprise in this episode and it proved quite refreshing to meet someone this determined to live life as they choose to.
2022-11-2418 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamJose Ruiz plans to become a champion from Nosara; He shares thoughts about local surfers, Nosara’s growth, his goals for lifehttps://richburnam.com/2022/10/14/jose-ruiz-plans-to-become-a-champion-from-nosara-he-shares-thoughts-about-local-surfers-nosaras-growth-his-goals-for-life/
There’s many talented surfers in Nosara and Jose is one of them… Except he uses a paddle & he plans to become an international champion. I enjoyed speaking with him and hearing his plans for the future, his thoughts about local surfers, his thoughts about Nosara‘s growth and becoming popular, and much more.
2022-11-2430 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamJocelyn Mann from Sol Academicshttps://richburnam.com/2022/09/29/jocelyn-mann-from-sol-academics/
I’ve surfed alongside Jocelyn Mann from SolAcademics for years now without knowing what she did for a living. She seems to be an amicable, yet private person who wakes up early to surf and often gets out of the water about the time the crowds fill in. It’s always great to see Nosara’s teachers surfing… They deserve a couple of extra waves.
With Nosara’s increasing popularity there are more and more families needing educational help in some capacity. In this episode, she shares how SolAcademics develops personalized educationa...2022-11-2411 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamBiblioteca Kitson’s expanded English Program is designed to help Nosara’s locals; Beverly Kitson introduces new English Program Coordinator, Renee Ratliffhttps://richburnam.com/2022/09/23/biblioteca-expands-english-program-for-nosaras-locals/
Beverly Kitson returns to the Nosara Podcast along with new English Program Coordinator Renee Ratliff to explain Biblioteca David Kitson’s expanded English classes program.
2022-09-2428 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Vanessa shares challenging news about recent water quality results in Guiones & Pelada; Blames septic systems and asks for help in this Rainy Season 2022 updatehttps://richburnam.com/2022/09/12/dr-vanessa-shares-challenging-news-about-recent-water-quality-results-in-guiones-pelada-blames-septic-systems-and-asks-for-help-in-this-rainy-season-2022-update/
2022-09-2414 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamAndres Gonzalez speaks his mind about a myriad of Nosara issueshttps://richburnam.com/2022/08/30/andres-gonzales-speaks-his-mind-about-a-myriad-of-nosara-issues/
Soooo many people in Nosara are quick to complain online behind a keyboard or to a couple people privately; yet very few will speak publicly or come in to the podcast and be upfront in person.
Andres Gonzalez is a different type of attorney committed to Nosara who openly shares his opinions with Rich about a myriad of topics in this episode.
Whether you like or dislike either Andres &/or Rich; if you consider yourself involved in Nosara you should check this episode out!
Many thanks to...2022-08-3146 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamLocal Nosara children need bus ride to school…https://richburnam.com/2022/08/18/local-nosara-children-need-bus-ride-to-school/
Lili Walter from Hot Tamale wants local children to have an opportunity for an education and has put together a way for children to have access to bus rides. Hear in 5 minutes what is needed and how all of us can easily make a difference.
https://www.classy.org/campaign/get-nosara-area-kids-to-school/c413855
2022-08-1905 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara’s Chefs, Episode 1: Henry from El LocalWe at Nosara Podcast are thrilled to launch our new series, Nosara’s Chefs, about the chefs overseeing the restaurants in our area! The Nosara‘s Chefs, Episode 1 begins with Mr. Henry from El Local.
Here are some thoughts from Henry about his El Local adventure:
“To make El Local happen, I had to fight against my own fears, other people’s perception of me, and carve out a real man who doesn’t give a shit about people’s opinions are and to do EXACTLY WHAT I WANT TO yet be successful… We make everything fro...2022-08-1929 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamRener & Ryron Gracie Talk Surfing in Nosara, UFC, BJJ for all levels, Ryron’s midlife crisis, + morehttps://richburnam.com/2022/08/05/rener-and-ryron-gracie-talk-surfing-bjj-for-everyone-ufc-and-family-history-personal-goals/
We’re excited to launch this one & hope you enjoy it… Rener & Ryron talk surfing in Nosara, growing up watching their father, grandfather, and uncles literally introduce a superior fighting style to the planet & prove it by creating the UFC and going on to dominate mixed martial arts (MMA), fighting grown adults themselves as teenagers then creating learning styles for kids, women, military & police forces, elderly, creating an online learning platform which ultimately became the premier online system, how the Gracie Breakdowns of UFC fights catapulted popularity, what UFC fights are like behind the...2022-08-0554 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Bomberos Chief Ryan Bombard explains current financial crisis situation, the new Bomberos app, plus more in this short episodeMany residents, and most all visitors, may be unaware the Nosara Bomberos operations survive off private donations. At the moment there is a financial crisis situation, yet there is some hope according to Chief Ryan Bombard.
In this NP episode, Chief Ryan explains financial issues they are facing in order to continue servicing the community.
He explains the different ways you can donate including tax-deductible options for the US 501c3 and in Costa Rica.
Donate here:
https://www.amigosofcostarica.org/affiliates/asociacion-bomberos-de-nosara
The Nosara Bomberos app is up and...2022-07-2913 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamAttorney Carlos Araya shares his Nosara opinions, insights and storiesBesides being an associate at Central Law, Carlos Araya is an active Nosara community member in many ways. Besides working on community initiatives like supporting the Bomberos and an initiative to start a chamber of commerce in Nosara, you might also know him from the social media forums where he shares his insightful knowledge and experience in Nosara in an interesting way…. (see here below for some examples.)
We hope you enjoy getting to know Mr. Carlos Araya a little better, we expect to have him back for further updates and discussions in the near future!
...2022-07-2942 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamChuc Mason from Unleash Your Geek shares his adventures to, and about, his current life in NosaraChuc Mason has had an interesting path both towards as in Nosara. Many might know him through his social media presence or through one of his various businesses and programs. Buckle up for a wild ride with a man passionate about many things as you will clearly hear and see in his episode.
2022-07-2943 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Civic Association President Luis Pardo addresses all kinds of issuesLuis Pardo is a hardworking man trying to make a difference for Nosara’s future while serving as NCA President. Here’s some notes from this episode:
Luis states our guests are changing.
Ex: Late night party folks starting to show up. Hotel guests starting to ask ‘Where are the umbrellas on the beach?’ and things like this.
New investors are creating bigger consequences.
We all need to sacrifice… Not just others.
Nature has to deal with habitats being cut, bigger gardens, large buildouts using too much property, etc.
Sinc...2022-07-0239 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDream Catchers Foundation helps underprivileged local children have access to quality art and dance classes, learn how you can help them to reach more childrenIn this episode founder Cintia González, and one of their volunteers in Nosara, Mariela Ortega, share about this wonderful project. They explain the origins of the Dream Catchers foundations and why they brought it to Nosara, the classes, events, and work they are doing for the community, and the many ways you can help out (volunteering, donations, etc). Check the full episode and read further here below to also find the different ways you can support.
Dream Catchers Foundation is a non-profit organization whose goal is to bring extracurricular classes like art, dance, capoeira, and more, t...2022-07-0218 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara road situation update in 8 minutes; Upcoming road blockades & what levels of government we need help fromHorrible road conditions are causing tension amongst Nosara’s residents. So much so, there is a planned protest to block traffic in order to garner attention from the federal and the municipality governmental levels.
In this quick Nosara Podcast episode, Lucca Spendlingwimmer updates us about both the need for higher quality improvements in addition to immediate, necessary assistance from multiple levels of government.
He explains challenges we’re facing with quality of repairs, changing government administrations, in addition to potential help on the way as well as explaining items we should have patience on. The nati...2022-07-0208 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamIvana Bajic and team explain the ‘Nature of Surf Woman’ project and why you should have one of their Coffee Table BooksWhen we had our first conversation with producer and writer Ivana Bajic, there was no question: She is fired up and has a big passion for the ‘Nature of Surf Woman’ project. We had to make sure she still left some energy for the actual recording, which turned out was no problem at all!
She and the team behind Nature of Surf Woman have been putting in their passion and diligence working towards a coffee table book and fine arts photography prints. They describe it themselves as follows: Nature of Surf women challenges the mainstream representation of femal...2022-07-0225 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamKyle Bombard’s Nosara Podcast episodeKyle Bombard moved to Nosara at 10 years of age. He attended local schools, learned Spanish and made lifelong friends while his family opened the Harbor Reef hotel and wildlife refuge. He holds nothing back in this episode and shares his feelings on a myriad of issues from the past, present, and future.
This one covers a ton of ground, and we hope you enjoy it!
2022-06-0625 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMiss Carrie explains Nosara Playhouse; Plus invites you the 2nd Annual Flower Power Spring Festival
Recently we connected with Miss Carrie (thanks to an introduction from Keri Dawn) to learn about the Nosara Playhouse school as well as their 2nd annual Flower Power Festival in Nosara this May 7th from 3-9PM.
Miss Carrie is filled with energy and producing something unique for children in Nosara. We hope you enjoy getting to know her, the Nosara Playhouse, and can make it to the Flower Power Festival.
Notes from the episode:
We begin with Miss Carrie describing ‘Fun Friday’s’ and how the students go on...2022-06-0618 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamEva Fakatselis invites you to visit her art exhibition at the Old Harbor Reef March 26th – April 2ndBesides being fired up and a cancer survivor Eva Fakatselis is the current artist in residence at the old Harbor Reef. It is safe to say she has been through a ton. In this Nosara Podcast episode, she shares how art was a vital part of her recovery and how this works through in what she is working on today and tomorrow. Learn more about her work and life through this podcast and Eva is inviting everybody to stop by her exhibition ‘Spirit of Place’ from March 26th through April 2nd at the old Harbor Reef location which is now...2022-03-2429 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Podcast editor Alejandro Sauter shares his story and premiere date for local Surf Movie – March 27thAlejandro Sauter is such an important and integral part of the Nosara Podcast! Outside of that he is up to a bunch of great many other things as well. Not in the last place on his most recent work with eq.surf.tv, which is now also culminating into his upcoming movie premiere. ‘The Nosara Sessions – Volume 1’ features some of the local surf scene here in the area. In this podcasts Ale shares his different passions for music, surfing, surf movies and much more, in addition to how he made his way from teacher to fulfilling his passion for said i...2022-03-2440 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Septic Update: March 23rd community meeting & Vanessa and Kelly discuss the Bioreactor Garden optionWildlife Conservation Association (WCA) president Vanessa Bezy and Kelly Harris from Ridge to Reefs stopped by the Nosara Podcast studio to discuss the upcoming community event and explain more on their research to a potential solution for some of our septic systems. More on the subject of Wastewater will be covered and discussed during the upcoming community meeting on March 23th. For more details please see the poster here below.
2022-03-2430 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Alejandro explains Esperanza Project and the James InitiativeAlejandro filled us in on developments around the Esperanza Project and how this connects into the recent event and Fundraiser for the James Initiative. This will be a yearly returning event for a fantastic and heartwarming cause.
Please check out the episode here below for more information and the website for donations, event info and the auction! Big thanks to everybody that participated on any level and we are wishing everybody much continued succes. https://www.thejamesinitiative.ca/
2022-03-1109 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Ocean Safety stopped by to talk past, present and future for the NOS programsIf you have been in or around Nosara in recent months, it is highly unlikely you have not seen or heard about Nosara Ocean Safety. They are up to great things and are building a community-empowered program to keep the Nosara beaches of Guiones and Pelada safe and fun for locals and visitors through prevention, education, and awareness.
Recently Ellen Bradley, Anne Skjøth, and Mariana Salas visited Rich in the studio to cover everything Nosara Ocean Safety. They share the NOS story about how it is striving to spin a tragic event at our beaches into a...2022-03-1126 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamRed Tide in Nosara – Vanessa Bezy Ph.D. explains the why, what and howMost recently we had one of the longest periods of red tide in the Nosara area that I have ever experienced here. On the Nosara Podcast we have been speaking about the water quality and different aspects of it for quite some time now (more episode included here below). With the red tide popping up and sticking around it was time to cover this part. Dr. Vanessa Bezy from the Wildlife Conservation Association (WCA Nosara) connected with us for a brief overview on the red tide situation. Please listen in to what she has to say if you want...2022-03-1109 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamRyan Bombard shares end of 2021, beginning of 2022 Bomberos Nosara UpdatesFrequent guest and good friend Ryan Bombard stopped by to share his latest updates for the Bomberos Nosara. They are working on some interesting initiatives to keep progressing their operation.
A big shout out and thanks to everybody from the Bomberos for their tireless and continued support to the community. It is not an easy task they are doing and please consider getting get a tax-deductible donation to them through the Amigos de Costa Rica: https://www.amigosofcostarica.org/affiliates/asociacion-bomberos-de-nosara
2022-02-1425 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamChris from Gnome Surf explains what, why, & how of Nosara based ‘Happy Camp’ surf therapyGnome Surf is doing fantastic things via surf therapy for their athletes. Listen in as Chris Antao explains what is happening.
2022-01-1424 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Robert Edgeworth Shares Latest Updates on Nosara Water Quality and Septic SystemsDr. Robert Edgeworth came back for a new recording. His last episode did a lot of good in regards to bringing attention to the water quality and what’s happening in the area. We recorded this update at the end of 2021 and Mr. Edgeworth has excellent updates for homeowners and anyone who cares about water quality in Nosara.
A big thanks to Robert and people like him to help get this place a little better. Nosara is growing and let’s do our best to take care of it.
Important Info and Links:
Civil Engi...2022-01-0632 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMarcelina from Piña SurfboardsMarcelina is the founder of Piña Surfboards and has lived in Nosara since 2008. We’re excited to share her story through this episode and we hope you enjoy it. She shares her journey from poor North Guiones surfer, to restaurant owner, into motherhood, and ultimately becoming the world’s first professional female wooden surfboard builder based right here in Nosara!
2021-12-2858 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara’s water permit saga continues: Local architects and their clients prepare for legal actionThe water saga in Nosara (and all of Guanacaste) unfortunately continues… As a result, some local architects & their clients are preparing litigation hoping to bring attention to the current water permit situation.
It is a confusing situation for many residents and frequently debated in the community.
One local ASADA, led by the tireless Lili Adams, is trying their best to help everyone involved and answer questions. They strongly disagree with the message and opinions shared by Lucca and Evangelina in this episode.
Here is the most recent ASADA update: https://www.facebook.com/286568978085143/post...2021-12-0934 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamGender Summit reflections with Jan Krieger’s 9th grade DMA studentsIn this episode, Jan Krieger’s 9th grade students from Del Mar Academy reflect upon their recent Gender Summit. The categories researched were gender inequity in business, sports, entertainment, government, marriage, science and education.
They share their findings and key take away points in this Nosara Podcast.
2021-12-0927 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamLegal update about water situation around Nosara with Jose ArceWe were behind with posting, this is a recording from the end of October, lots of updates since then and more to come soon!
The water situation is a topic of much debate around Nosara. In this NP episode, attorney Jose Arce updates us about:
The legal situation surrounding the current moratorium on water permits
Answers questions about when he feels this ban will end
Addresses why this is happening and what is needed to solve it
Touches upon if there is any evidence there naught be ulterior motives from certain groups or people to...2021-12-0912 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNick Mcalpin shares serious water knowledge & personal opinions in this 38 minute Nosara Podcast episodeNick Mcalpin joins Rich for this new episode of the Nosara Podcast to talk about wastewater, storm water and soil management. He explains the problems Nosara has with these three topics and the possible ways we can all start to contribute to the solution. He also shares his own way of living in his property which can inspire many of us to live life differently and in a more ecological way.
https://www.instagram.com/plain.surf/ (Nick's instagram where he posts a lot about his property and alternative ways of living)
https://www.harvestingrainwater.com...2021-12-0937 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Alejandro explains what to do in Nosara when an emergency situation happensIn this Nosara Podcast, Dr.Alejandro explains what your different options are when having an emergency situation in Nosara, and who to call (911, Bomberos, Paradise Medical). He also goes into the decision making behind choosing which hospital to go to depending on the type of emergency, and he takes Rich's brain injury as an example of how things might go.
Here are the most important numbers shown in this episode: 911 / Bomberos: 2682-4911 8709-0614 / Paradise Medical: 2682-1212 / Ambulance: 2100-1212
2021-12-0917 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamAaron Zifkin (formerly Airbnb Canada & now Lyft) shares his Nosara thoughts and opinions plus his storyAaron Zifkin is upfront and well spoken about basically everything and was a pleasure to speak with and get to know. He’s literally launched a company (Airbnb) in Canada & now is helping with Lyft which seems to be a popular company in some places. This post surf session conversation was eye opening and one of the more pleasurable episodes for me as I learned a great deal from Aaron.
So far as Nosara goes, Aaron is a fan of Nosara and in this Nosara Podcast episode he shares his personal and professional opinions about our area and...2021-12-0935 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNCA’s new President Luis Pardo & ex President Kuki Araya share Nosara updates as of August 2021The new NCA President Luis Pardo & ex President Kuki Araya stop in for an August 2021 update.
Here are my notes from this conversation:
New NP studio & 1st new episode
R jokes about K quitting NCA
L introduction
NCA staffing update
What are L’s goals as President?
Consequences and assumptions
Nosara assumptions upon arrival
What is K proud of and what are L’s biggest challenges?
1975 NCA bylaw reference
The dump
Fighting fake news
What is L most scared about?
Checking facts
More activity with groups and governments
R asks ‘How do you keep people like me who...2021-08-1034 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMary’s English program for Local Tico’sMary believes English lessons for local Ticos can improve their income and livelihood. This short episode explains what, why, how she is doing it.
2021-07-2804 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamRachael McCrary on Entrepreneurship + Bringing an Idea to LifeRachael McCrary is back as a guest on the Nosara Podcast. She shares great deal of insight on entrepreneurship and we hope you enjoy hearing from this fireball of ingenuity and and energy.
2021-07-2817 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr’s & Scientists from the Nosara Research Project are inviting ALL area residents to participate in a survey to prepare for July 29th round table event (8 minute short version)In this Nosara Podcast, Dr. Alvaro Salas-Castro, Dr. Tina Nabatchi, & Dr. Christian Freitag invite ALL Nosara residents to participate in an important survey.
They explain there are 3 phases to this project. Phase 1 is now complete, Phase 2 is this survey (see below links to participate & instructions), and Phase 3 is the July 29th round table event, when all of Nosara’s collected information will be shared.
They are requesting as much participation as possible from all demographics and want people to know their opinions and concerns are included and important. Their goal is to share collective information in...2021-07-2608 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Robert Edgeworth explains scientific results about Nosara’s water pollution; Asks homeowners and businesses to support a cleaner NosaraIn this Nosara Podcast episode, Dr. Edgeworth explains the ocean water pollution situation in Playa Guiones and Rio Nosara areas plus calls residents, in particular homeowners and businesses, to support a cleaner Nosara based upon the data from their water collection study.
He explains Dr. Vanessa Bezy’s efforts on this project, how it is funded, and shares some of his personal opinions about leadership in our area. Robert states: “It’s a big responsibility to apply government power against people’s property rights… So if you want to do that, at least do it well.”
2021-07-0527 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Salas says his results are showing Nosara is in a ‘ticking time bomb’ situation and wants to help; announces July 29th event with other leading scientists focusing on NosaraIn this Nosara Podcast, Dr. Alvaro Salas quickly addresses the hotbed of contention surrounding the building regulations and announces he is bringing some top level scientists in his field to Nosara on July 29th event to help us address much more than just the building regulations.
Big thanks to everyone participating in the study and those helping make this event happen. It looks like El Local & The Gardens is the location for the event.
2021-07-0505 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamGuardians of Nature is on a mission… And it is working! In 23 minutes Jessica Sheffield updates how Nosara is turning into an ‘innovation lab’ and ‘faith, hope, and strategy can change anything’In this Nosara Podcast episode Jessica Sheffield updates us about Guardians of Nature and shares her vision of increasing eco literacy throughout Latin America and beyond. The program is working already in Nosara and quickly expanding in Latin America and beyond.
Here’s my notes:
Intro… GoN ‘Mom’ and DMA cofounder
Nosara is an innovation lab for public schools
Importance of trajectories
Trees in CR almost all gone by the 1980’s yet CR changed trajectory and is now inventor of ecotourism (will put in map photos)
DMA was not intended to ever be an island
Local schools in...2021-07-0523 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamSurf Simply’s Kid’s ClubGabby & Ru stop by the Nosara Podcast studio to share all kinds of things plus what’s happening at Surf Simply and their kids club.
*This was recorded pre covid and we’ll get a 2021 update for everyone hopefully soon.
2021-07-0535 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMishCatt (Michelle Gonzalez) visits The Nosara PodcastSinger songwriter MishCatt stopped by the studio to share her story about her journey from Costa Rica to Europe then ultimately to Los Angeles pursuing her career at higher levels and played a song or 2 with us.
2021-07-0526 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDel Mar Academy 9th graders share their findings about Centenarians in Nicoya’s ‘Blue Zone’A MASSIVE thank you to their teacher Jan Krieger for making this happen!
2021-07-0519 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamTravel, immigration, and residency updates for March 2021 with Nicole Quesada GurdianNicole Quesada Gurdian covers:
A literal translation of most recent changes to March 2nd, 2021 updated resolution.
Importance of travel insurance and where to send
Misinformation on the internet
Staying until June 2nd… What does this mean?
Why is your drivers license important?
Immigration and residency appointments
Lots of confusion with MOPT and residency
Why not to file residency?
What should you do if not sure?
Free residency guideline
Synopsis of current situation
2021-03-0921 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMary Smathers; Being an author in Nosara, tennis updates, getting people involved in the community, Nosara pros & cons, restaurants, Ostional’s recent increase in activity in 16 minutesMary Smathers is an author and active community member who shares her background and recent book launch, provides tennis info and updates, explains how new people can and should get involved in the community right away, what her Nosara likes and dislikes are and updates on Ostional’s recent growth increase.
*Stay tuned to my YouTube channel for several brief segments with Mary by subjects
Here’s notes from this 16 minute version with Mary:
Appreciates me providing info from somewhere besides social media
I complain about social media not actually advancing our i...2021-03-0916 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Alvaro Salas Castro discusses behavioral economics for Nosara and explains why he’s living here to study Nosara’s people, economy, governmental relations, education, tourism, investment, etcPart 1Dr. Alvaro Salas Castro is a behavioral scientist living and studying in Nosara. In this Nosara Podcast episode, he explains what he has learned so far and provides much insight into the challenges Nosara is facing and significant advantages of Nosara compared to other towns.
He explains how federal and local governments and the community organizations all often work separately in different directions and he believes Nosara has the opportunity to become the ‘Silicon Valley’ of Latin America. He thinks closing the beaches is ‘stupid’ and holds nothing back on his opinions.
There’s too much for o...2021-02-0116 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamJanuary 2021 Nosara Civic Association Update with President Kuki in 8 minutesPresident Kuki from the NCA tells us what was good about 2020, what she is proud of about, status updates on the Refuge, the dump, the building regulations, upcoming meeting & board changes, work shops and more and I ask if NCA can transition into virtual meetings so more people may participate.
I hope you enjoy hearing from Kuki!
2021-02-0108 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamSurf therapy in Nosara??? Chris Antao from Gnome Surf says it is happeningChris Antao is a man on a mission… And it’s a great one. Gnome Surf is already doing amazing things in the US and they are close to getting started in Nosara. Gnome Surf is a 501c3 which focuses on children with autism, down syndrome, ADHD, depression and anxiety to help their happiness and self confidence.
Gnome Surf is is part of the International Surf Therapy Organization and is gaining popularity quickly due to their 100% success rate in improving the lives of their athletes. Celebrities such as former professional quarterback Doug Flutie (yes, that Doug Flutie) as w...2021-02-0110 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamSIBU Wildlife Sanctuary 7 minute update with Vicki CoanIn this episode of the Nosara Podcast, Vicki Coan from SIBU Wildlife Sanctuary updates us about the following:
– Volunteer update & transitions
– Change in direction, working more-so in conjunction with other organizations
– Specific message
– Heartbreak about trees coming down due to continued development
– Importance of insulated power lines
– Please do not let your dogs roam free they are terrorizing the local wildlife
– What we need to survive
2021-02-0106 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamWalter ‘Burro’ Zamora en 13 minutosEn este Nosara Podcast, Walter Zamora comparte su transición a una carrera como artista profesional de artes marciales mixtas, la historia de Burro nombre, cómo está disfrutando el área de Nosara y lo que significa su próxima pelea en Abu Dhabi en UAE Warriors el 15 de Enero para los luchadores de Latín America.
In this Nosara Podcast Walter Zamora shares his transition into a career as a professional mixed martial artist, the story behind his nickname, how he is enjoying the Nosara area and what his upcoming fight in Abu Dhabi at UAE Warrio...2021-02-0113 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDr. Vanessa Bezy confirms Guiones & Pelada water study results; Asks homeowners for help and community support in this 11 minute episode*Nosara Times is posting detailed article courtesy of Zacc Pollitt and Mr. Robert Edgeworth… Stay tuned!
Here are notes of the 11 minute Dr. Vanessa Bezy episode explaining conclusive results of an ongoing water study:
Introduction
Wildlife Conservation Association
Brown foamy stuff: Is it algae bloom, tannic water, sewage including fecal matter?
How does it feel to be the person to confirm fecal matter is in the water to the community?
Some things are unpleasant, but important
Which beach area is hit the hardest?
swimguide.org has all 3 results WCA Nosara plus follow WCAnosara on Facebook & Instagram
Ho...2021-02-0111 minNosara Podcasts with Rich Burnam20 minutes with Rachael McCrary; Bringing her company’s advanced covid test kits to Nosara, travel these days, life in Nosara, appearing on TV shows and building brands and much moreRachael McCrary is co-owner of a laboratory based in the US and she wants to help bring her company’s covid testing kits here to help out Nosara as well as other communities in Costa Rica.
In this episode she explains her goals for her company’s test kits, she recaps her visit to the Nosara community testing event, she shares her thoughts about traveling and being in Nosara and discusses differences between life in an urban area vs. Nosara and she shares her personal story and goals.
Her story is an interesting one and I ho...2021-02-0119 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamKatie Mallard: Surviving Coronavirus in NosaraKatie Mallard details her Nosara Coronavirus experience from beginning to end in this 15 minute episode of the Nosara Podcast.
I’m probably going to write an article for the Nosara Times soon about this. Let me know if there are any questions or specific items you may want addressed not included in this 15 minute episode?
Los subtítulos estarán disponibles en el próximo día más o menos.
2020-09-2215 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamIs Ruta 160 pavement happening or not? Lucca from the Ruta 160 Committee provides 10 minute update; Subtítulos en Español disponibleIf you’re familiar with Nosara you already know how challenging our roads can be and the myriad of false promises in years past about fixing Ruta 160, our main road. There is often talk about it being paved but the work never happens (see previous podcasts if you want to know full story).
We were promised road work would resume in August… But it is September already and nobody seems to be working on the road (except volunteers).
Fortunately, Lucca Spendlingwimmer from the Ruta 160 returned to the Nosara Podcast to share updates with us.
2020-09-2210 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Civic Association update: 10 minutes with Kuki; Subtítulos en Español disponible“Nosara can become a place to live now… Not just a tourist destination” – Ethel ‘Kuki’ Araya
In this 10 minute video podcast episode, NCA’s soon to be outgoing President Kuki shares updates on a myriad of community items.
2020-09-2209 min
Nosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMichael Streda from Beach Dog Cafe questions the future of Nosara’s restaurants and asks for helpTimes are tough these days for Nosara’s restaurants. Coronavirus drastically reduced tourism and making it to high season is proving difficult, if not impossible, for multiple locations.
Michael Streda from Beach Dog Cafe feels the restaurants helped shape the Nosara experience and are an important part of the community. However, his restaurant is struggling to remain open and he is starting a GoFundMe as an attempt to save his employees’ jobs.
In this episode, Mike shares his thoughts how Nosara is ‘on the cusp of turning into franchises like Subway and hotel based restaurants and lo...2020-09-2208 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamMid July COVID update for Nosara area from Dr. Alejandro; 2 more cases for Nosara plus much more (English version)Dr. Alejandro is back on the Nosara Podcast with mid July COVID updates and advice for residents of the Nosara area.
In this episode we discuss:
Significant COVID testing increases (including Nicoya)
Changes to our beach access
Challenges with epidemiological nexus
Total deaths
Nicaragua
2 more Nosara cases confirmed (in addition to Barco Quebrado)
Throwing of rocks at house of COVID patients
The crack down on crowded houses in Nicoya and Nosara
Be economical with expenses due to uncertain future
We are 2 weeks behind
Airports and August 1st plans for reopening
Mandatory masks and consistent hygiene measures
...2020-07-1838 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamJulian Hoeing from Awesome Surfboards; LeavingJulian Hoeing is successful by most anyone’s definition. He’s got a beautiful family and his professional resume includes designing for Lamborghini and Audi as well as Apple. However, Julian essentially walked away all of this to design surfboards and surf.
For those who may be unaware… It is extremely difficult to make money in surfboards. The margins are small, and there is a huge amount of competition. Regardless, this Austrian born designer and engineer who grew up skiing and snowboarding decided it was time for a change towards all things surf.This podcast is one of my...2020-07-1552 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara braces for Coronavirus; Dr. Alejandro urges community to follow protocol This episode of the Nosara Podcast is an update from Dr. Alejandro about the arrival of COVID 19 to the Nosara area. In 25 minutes he details our current situation and provides suggestions and insights.
Recent visit to Ministerio de Salud
Various rumors and speculation
2 cases in Barco Quebrado
What is your social bubble?
2nd wave has started as evidenced by the increase of cases
Areas with big spikes are on ‘Orange Alert’
What is Phase 4 and how can we avoid it?
Is COVID already inside Nosara or just extremely close?
It is up to us whether to spread this around Nosara or co...2020-06-1725 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamHenry from El Local in 60 minutesI had a great time speaking with Henry from El Local and I’m happy to share his episode. This was our first time speaking at length outside of El Local, the restaurant he manages, and it was fun getting to know him. Initially, I didn’t know how much he likes to laugh and joke around.
However, we share lots of laughs throughout this 60 minute episode as Henry shares his background and journey to Nosara, how he brought El Local to the upper tier of Nosara restaurants, what challenges him the most and what drives him to s...2020-06-111h 00Nosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNicole Quesada Gurdian in 30 minutesIn this Nosara Podcast episode, Nicole Quesada Gurdian shares her journey to Nosara, why she opened her legal practice here, Nosara likes and dislikes, her 3 favorite restaurants, her family’s extensive background, her friend’s alien experience, why she created her residency guide, plus much more.
She’s excited to be living, and building her business, in Nosara and I hope you enjoy getting to know her in this episode.
2020-06-0630 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara COVID-19 Updates as of March 26th; 10 Questions with Dr. Alejandro from Paradise Medical ServicesIn this discussion I ask Dr. Alejandro from Paradise Medical Services the following 10 questions:
Are there any confirmed cases in Nosara or Samara?
What are the National updates about how quickly cases are spreading across the country and what is your predictions about next week(s) and months?
What differences do you see week to week? As in what changed from last week to this week and what are you expecting next week?
When do you think we will have a COVID-19 case here in Nosara or do we probably have it here already?
What is your opinion...2020-04-2118 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamJeff Grosshandler assesses Nosara’s economic situation from COVID-19; Explains our current ‘Nosara time machine,’ Making the most of these of these times, a Chamber of Commerce, plus much more.Today, April 20th is Jeff Grosshandler’s birthday. This means Jeff turns 40 on 4-20, the 4th month of the year April 2020. Seems pretty funny to me. So I figured we may as well release this episode at 4:20pm EST.
In this 40 minute Nosara Podcast, Jeff Grosshandler discusses COVID-19 Nosara today and the future, why Nosara at the moment is like being in a time machine, he shares insights (ex: Don’t make long term decisions based on short term circumstances), advises everyone to take advantage of these moments, and explains how he is happy about an incoming cham...2020-04-2140 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamDenisse Lashley’s 14 minute episode encourages productivity and positivity during these times of isolationDenisse Lashley brings energy, positivity and motivation in this episode of the Nosara Podcast. Denisse is the author of Clean Food For Clean People and is constantly making the most of these times of isolation and encouraging others to do the same. She enjoys preparing food for others and is passionate about health and wellness.
2020-04-1914 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamAttorney Carlos Araya shares his thoughts in 19 minutesIn this episode, Attorney Carlos Araya speaks his mind on what Costa Rica is doing about the COVID-19 crisis and how he thinks things will play out both in Nosara and throughout the country.
My favorite quote from this episode is when he explains how his mind is blown by the Coronavirus situation as much or more than when the original Jane’s Addiction album was released.
*This was recorded just before Semana Santa started
2020-04-1919 minNosara Podcasts with Rich Burnam23 minutes with Spacialle Novak about life in Nosara during COVID-19 and beyondNormally, Spacialle Novak’s life is extremely busy overseeing The Gardens Hotel and helping with the increasingly popular restaurant El Local in addition to her family’s business making delicious chocolates and coffee. However, COVID-19 is changing things and in this Nosara Podcast episode she shares how she is undergoing this massive transition both professionally and personally.
2020-04-1923 minNosara Podcasts with Rich Burnam17 minutes with Lily from Hot Tamale: Life in Nosara during COVID-19 times as a parent and small business owner, looking at life a bit differently while remaining hopefulLily Walter from Hot Tamale is a fun person to be around and talk to. I thought it would be great to hear her insights about these strange times on the Nosara Podcast.
She’s super helpful in the community and once things get better we will have her in the studio for a full episode. In the meantime I hope you enjoy hearing from her.
2020-04-1917 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamRobert Vickers from Olo Alaia; A 13 minute conversation about life in Nosara dealing with COVID-19 and thoughts about our futureIn this episode, Mr. Robert Vickers from Olo Alaia explains what life in Nosara is like right now from both business and personal perspectives plus makes a bet with Rich about when the beaches are reopening.
2020-04-0713 minNosara Podcasts with Rich Burnam6 minutes with Diego Cruz: Dealing with COVID-19 situation in Nosara, his restaurant Olivia’s and Guiones Brew Co, the beaches being closed, plus his thoughts about the futureIn this brief episode Diego Cruz shares his thoughts on the entire situation going on right now in Nosara.
2020-04-0706 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamWhat is going on with the Nosara Food Bank and why should you help? Jill Ryan and Joellen Hughes provide updates and explain the El Chivo Sponsorship ProgramThere is a great deal of urgency these days generating attention towards the Nosara Food Bank resulting from the COVID-19 situation. With the significant loss of jobs and income, many are predicting a food crisis. However, the NFB is working overtime right now trying to avoid this from happening and they are asking for your support.
Jill Ryan and Joellen Hughes (from El Chivo) appeared on the Nosara Podcast to explain what is happening with the NFB and how El Chivo is sponsoring a hot meal option until a wide scale distribution begins to qualified candidates.
2020-04-0519 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamApril 2nd, 2020 Nosara Civic Association updatesIn this episode of the Nosara Podcast, Nice Alterman addresses the Nosara Civic Association’s priority updates for the community and explains how and why the NCA is making progress, even during these strange times. She covers a wide variety of information about the NCA’s most pressing issues and what they are doing to help the community further.
2020-04-0532 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamWhat is Costa Rica doing to help Employers & Employees during these strange times?There’s a great deal of confusion happening right now in Costa Rica and throughout the world. The primary concern of course should be immediate health concerns about COVID-19. Fortunately, in Costa Rica they are taking significant action by closing borders, limiting driving times, asking everyone to stay home and at minimum practice social distancing, etc… However, both employers and employees are in a very challenging situation by staying home and not working.
So what is the Costa Rican government doing to help employers and employees in dealing with this strange predicament?
I invited Jose Arce...2020-04-0527 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara COVID-19 Updates as of March 26th; 10 Questions with Dr. Alejandro from Paradise Medical ServicesIn this discussion I ask Dr. Alejandro from Paradise Medical Services the following 10 questions:
Are there any confirmed cases in Nosara or Samara?
What are the National updates about how quickly cases are spreading across the country and what is your predictions about next week(s) and months?
What differences do you see week to week? As in what changed from last week to this week and what are you expecting next week?
When do you think we will have a COVID-19 case here in Nosara or do we probably have it here already?
What is your opinion...2020-04-0527 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamNosara Coronavirus updates as of March 18th with Dr. Chore from Paradise Medical ServicesOver the past week we learned a great deal more about COVID – 19 and how it is starting to affect Nosara’s residents and guests. In this updated episode, Dr. Chore Jimenez provides some very clear messages to Nosara residents and current visitors and a great deal of information. He discusses being out in public, the importance of self isolation, hygiene, what makes this virus different from others and why it is not like the ‘common cold or flu,’ who to call if you think you may have COVID – 19, what people who need income from March and April should do, how we sho...2020-03-2134 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamCoronavirus Information for Nosara from Dr. Alejandro at Paradise Medical ServicesOver the past couple of days we’ve been receiving lots of information and questions about the Coronavirus in particular for Nosara. So Dr. Alejandro from Paradise Medical Services stopped by the Nosara Podcast to give us updates.
I hope you find this information useful and encourage anyone to contact Paradise Medical for any and all Coronavirus specific related questions.
Furthermore, please remember this is a highly controversial topic with wild claims being made by many. Much information is circulating throughout world news yet it seems this will be an ongoing situation and only time wi...2020-03-0831 minNosara Podcasts with Rich BurnamThe Adrian Suarez Nosara Podcast Episode; Agua Tibia’s Surf School Owner Shares His StoryIn Adrian Suarez’s Nosara Podcast episode he shares a great deal about his life story and journey to where he is today.
It is safe to say he’s living an interesting life… He owns Agua Tibia, a popular surf school in Playa Guiones, and is growing as an entrepreneur and father.
In this episode he describes his relocations and how he’s transitioned multiple positions into where he is today. He describes his initial jobs here, learning English, and much more including the crowds in the water, his favorite waves in Costa Rica, his Nosa...2020-03-071h 01