100% Humboldt
Humboldt County CA USA is the home of some of the most iconoclastic, genuine, and interesting folks in the world.
We are getting curious about the movers, shakers, and difference makers in Humboldt County CA-Home of the giant redwoods, 6 Rivers, and the vast Pacific Ocean.
We will discover what makes people live/evolve in the beautiful, diverse, isolated, and ever-changing Northcoast of California 100%!
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Episodes
97 episodes
#97. Nezzie Wade: Homes, Dignity, in Humboldt County CA
Some conversations change how you see your neighbors. This one does. We sit with longtime educator and advocate Nezzie Wade to explore why Humboldt County’s per-capita homelessness ranks among the highest in the country and what can actually mo...
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#96. Michael Fields: A Life In Art, A Home In Blue Lake, And Why The Best Work Still Lies Ahead
A fight that ends in a handshake. A rural theater that sells out in Los Angeles. A historic bar that becomes a stage. Michael Fields joins us to trace a life built on place, grit, and the belief that the best stories come from the people right ...
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#95. Jackie Dandeneau: How A Small Playhouse Became a Big Engine for Culture and Connection
A small stage can change a whole town. That’s the heartbeat of our conversation with Jackie Dandeneau , the executive artistic director behind Playhouse Arts, conductor of the Blue Lake Community Choir, and one of the community builders shaping...
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#94. Listen First, Speak Second: David Frank's Mission to Heal Political Divides
Ever wonder how we might bridge the seemingly unbridgeable divides in our society? David Frank's journey from East Coast political science graduate to Humboldt County media advocate offers a roadmap worth exploring.Growing up in a house...
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#93. The Outlaw Country of Humboldt: Brett McFarland's Journey
Step into the extraordinary life journey of Brett McFarland, a musician whose path from Midwest farming to Humboldt County outlaw country is nothing short of cinematic. This deeply moving conversation reveals how Brett's search for a fresh star...
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#92. Michael Keleman on Healthcare in Humboldt: How Providence is Serving a Rural Community
Forget everything you thought you knew about rural healthcare. In this eye-opening conversation, Michael Keleman, CEO of Providence Health Serving Humboldt, shatters the "medical desert" stereotype by revealing how metropolitan-level medical ca...
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#91. Building Homes and Lives: Tom Rector's Journey
What if the parenting strategies that worked perfectly for one child completely fail with another? In this illuminating conversation, Tom Rector reveals why understanding a child's unique genetic makeup and personal memories is crucial for effe...
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#90. From Humanitarian to Hostage: Jeff Woodke's Remarkable Journey
How do you survive when your captors view you as nothing more than a commodity? Jeff Woodke's answer is both heartbreaking and inspiring.After dedicating 27 years to humanitarian work among nomadic tribes in Niger, Jeff was violently ab...
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#89. Lynette Mullen : The Red Light District That Built a City--Exploring Humboldt's Forgotten Women
Behind the ornate Victorian facades of Old Town Eureka lies a shadow world of untold stories—tales of remarkable women who wielded significant economic power yet remain absent from our history books. Local historian Lynette Mullen stumbled upon...
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#88. From Queens to Humboldt: Larry Goldberg's Journey
Larry Goldberg's life story reads like an adventure novel, spanning from protest movements in 1970s New York to pioneering renewable energy and internet infrastructure in Humboldt County. This wide-ranging conversation reveals how a philosophy ...
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#87. Fatherhood's Frontline: Navigating Life with Grit with Pete Ciotti and Scott Hammond
What if the secret to fatherhood isn't found in parenting books but in knowing who you are and what you truly value? Scott Hammond, author of "Everyday Dad," joins Pete Ciotti on The Grit Podcast to explore how intentional parenting transforms ...
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#86. From Naval Photographer to Architect: John Ash's Remarkable Path
John Ash's remarkable journey unfolds like a masterclass in reinvention. Born in Vallejo during WWII while his father served overseas, John's early years in Detroit's golden era—when Motown was thriving and the city bustled with over two millio...
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#85. Jim Campbell-Spickler: Climbing Trees, Studying Wildlife, and Leading the Sequoia Park Zoo
From climbing rocks in the Mojave Desert to studying salamanders 300 feet up in redwood canopies, Jim Campbell-Spickler's journey as a wildlife biologist reads like an adventure novel come to life. After moving from Barstow to Humb...
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#84. Capturing Humboldt: Jose Quesada's Journey Behind the Lens
What does it mean to truly see a place? To capture its essence through a lens while maintaining the human connection behind the camera? In this heartfelt conversation with Jose Quesada, we explore the remarkable journey of Humboldt County's mos...
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#83. The Musical Life of Elle Penner: How Elle found her voice in Humboldt County
From the scorching heat of Red Bluff to the cool, misty forests of Humboldt County, Elle Penner's life journey unfolds like a well-composed jazz standard—full of unexpected turns yet beautifully cohesive. As she sits across from Scott Hammond i...
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#82. Dr. Join Luh--Zapping Tumors & Breaking Barriers: A Doctor's Tale
The journey from trailer park to radiation oncology doesn't follow a conventional path, but Dr. Join Luh's remarkable story proves that passion and perseverance can lead to extraordinary destinations. Born in California but raised primarily in ...
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#81. Mark Ritz: Grinding It Out: How a Coffee Roaster Found Home in Humboldt
"The people here are real," explains Mark Ritz when asked why he chose to make Humboldt County his home over two decades ago. This authenticity—coupled with breathtaking forests just a quarter-mile from his doorstep—reflects the heart of what k...
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#80. Thomas Nicholson Stratton: Future of Humboldt Belongs to Those Who Dream Big
Thomas Nicholson Stratton embodies the spirit of agricultural innovation in Humboldt County, transforming traditional farming into a showcase of collaborative community building. From his roots in Northeast Oregon to becoming an integral part o...
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#79. From Dairy Farm to Music Store: Anthony Mantova's Humboldt Journey
What happens when you mix musical passion, Italian cuisine, and small-town entrepreneurship? Anthony Mantova, co-owner of Mantova's Two Street Music in Old Town Eureka, embodies this unexpected blend as he shares his journey from dairy farm day...
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#78. Banking on Community: Fred Moore's Five-Generation Humboldt Journey
Fred Moore embodies what it means to be "100% Humboldt." As the President and CEO of Coast Central Credit Union, Fred brings a unique perspective shaped by five generations of family history in the region. His father's 52-year political career—...
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#77. The Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods: Transforming Youth Through Mentorship
Monica Rose has spent 23 years witnessing transformations at the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Redwoods, where every day, over 300 kids find more than just a safe space—they discover possibilities they might never have imagined otherwise. Alongsi...
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#76. From Pizza Shop to Marathon Runner: How Pete Ciotti Reset His Life at 45
Could the best years of your life still be ahead of you? That's the question Pete Ciotti asked himself at age 45 after running several businesses, touring with a rock band, and starting a family. His answer led to a complete transformation that...
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#75. Community, Coffee, and Cookies: How Berit Meyer Built a Humboldt County Institution
Berit Meyer never planned to become a baker. After graduating from Humboldt State with a wildlife management degree in 1981, she was set to explore Alaska's wilderness when a surprising proposition changed everything. A fellow restaurant worker...
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#74. From Theater to Film: Cassandra Hesseltine’s Journey in Humboldt County
Step into the enchanting world where Hollywood meets the redwoods with Cassandra Hesseltine, the passionate force behind the Humboldt Del Norte Film Commission. This enlightening conversation reveals how a theater enthusiast with a heart for he...
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Season 2
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