What does community really mean — and how do we live it out here in Benicia?

In today’s episode of Benicia Voice, hosts Ruben and Rick, along with producers Andy and Bart, sit down to reflect on the heart of our town: the people, the places, and the spirit of connection that makes Benicia home.

From spontaneous conversations on First Street to packed evenings at Lucca Beer Garden, Benicia thrives on real moments of togetherness. Whether it’s music, art, food, or just neighbors showing up for each other, this episode explores how our community continues to show up, lift each other up, and build something meaningful together.

Benicia Voice – Amplifying community, connection, and creativity.

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🎙️ Benicia Voice Podcast – Lucca Beer Garden Music Update – September!
Welcome back to Benicia Voice, the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make our town shine.

In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick—along with producer Bart—sit down once again with Deb and Chris from Lucca Beer Garden for the latest on Benicia’s music scene at Lucca Beer Garden. 🎶🍻

They recap the summer highlights, share what’s ahead for September at Lucca Beer Garden, and talk about how this local favorite continues to bring the community together through live music and good vibes. From local up-and-comers to returning fan favorites, you’ll hear why Lucca Beer Garden is the heart of Benicia’s music nights.

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Welcome to Benicia Voice, the community podcast hosted by Ruben, with co-hosts Rick and Serena, joined by p[roducer Bart.

Each week we bring you conversations with local leaders, artists, and changemakers making a difference in our community.

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Hari Lamba, a Democratic/Independent candidate running for Congress in 2026 in California’s 8th District, which includes much of Solano and Contra Costa Counties—right here in our region.

Hari is in the early stages of his campaign and is focused on bringing new energy and ideas to Congress, challenging incumbent John Garamendi.

In this episode of The Benicia Voice, host Ruben Brunt sits down with Jeff Tamelier—a remarkably gifted musician, producer, and educator from Benicia. Jeff has toured the globe with Starship and contributed to countless bands and projects, both on stage and behind the scenes.

Jeff will be hosting the Lucca Guitar Fest on Thursday, August 21st, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM. Joining him is his longtime mentor and legendary guitarist Marc Bonilla, flying in from Los Angeles for the occasion. Also sharing the stage is the phenomenal Tom Fleming, a virtuoso in his own right.

Arrive early—this promises to be an unforgettable night of world-class guitar mastery and musical magic.

Welcome to Benicia Voice – the podcast where we dive into the stories, people, and issues that shape our community.

In today’s episode, Host Ruben and Co-Host Rick, joined by producers Andy and Bart, sit down with Jeremy Carlock, owner of Got Watts—a multifaceted general contracting company and single-source vendor for all things electric: infrastructure, solar, battery backup, and HVAC.

Jeremy shares his insights on the current state of solar energy, what homeowners and businesses need to know, and the upcoming loss of the Solar Tax Credit—why it matters and what steps you can take before it’s gone.

Tune in to stay informed and empowered about your energy future.

Benicia Voice – amplifying community, connection, and innovation.

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Welcome to Benicia Voice, the podcast that celebrates the people, stories, and spirit that make our town shine.

In this episode, hosts Ruben and Rick—joined by producers Andy and Bart—welcome special guests Deb and Chris from Lucca Beer Garden for a lively conversation about Benicia’s music scene at Lucca Beer Garden. 🎶🍻

They give us an inside look at what’s coming up this August at Lucca Beer Garden—including the Lucca Guitar Fest—and share why it has become a cornerstone of local music and a gathering place for our community.

From rising talent to crowd favorites, it's all about great music in a great place.

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Benicia Voice – Amplifying community, connection, and creativity.

Info on Guitar Fest: https://www.luccabar.com/new-page

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Today’s episode is all about one of Benicia’s biggest summer celebrations — Benicia Waterfront Rocks!

Co-host Rick, along with producers Andy and Bart, dive into everything you need to know about this exciting two-day event happening July 26th and 27th.

From live music and family-friendly activities to food, fun, and the incredible waterfront vibes, we’ll give you the inside scoop on why this festival (formerly known as Benicia Water Front Festival) has become such a highlight for our community.

This year’s lineup is packed with incredible performances from local and regional bands, food trucks serving up delicious eats, beer and wine, and plenty of activities for the whole family — all set against the stunning backdrop of Benicia’s waterfront.

Learn more and grab all the details at beniciawaterfrontrocks.com.

So get ready for some tunes, sunshine, and good times — this is Benicia Voice!

🎙️ Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most important and talked-about topics in our community — real estate in Benicia.

Host Ruben along with producer Andy, are joined by special guest Andrew Urban of My Urban Home Team, a local real estate expert with deep roots in the area.

Andrew shares insights into current real estate trends, what’s driving the market, and how his team helps buyers and sellers navigate the challenges and opportunities in today’s housing landscape.

Whether you’re a longtime resident, a first-time homebuyer, or just curious about the state of housing in our city, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

This is Benicia Voice — where community meets conversation.

🎙️ Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast! Today’s episode is a delicious dive into the heart of our local food scene — we’re talking all about Benicia restaurants.

Host Ruben and co-host Rick, along with producers Andy and Bart, sit down to highlight the flavors, stories, and standout spots that make Benicia a true destination for food lovers. From longtime local favorites to exciting new openings, we’re shining a light on the people and places that keep our community well-fed and coming back for more.

Whether you’re craving comfort food, farm-to-table freshness, or global flavors, this episode is for you. Let’s dig in — this is Benicia Voice.

In this patriotic episode of The Benicia Voice, Ruben provides some useful information about the upcoming 4th July Independence Day Celebrations, Parade on July 3rd, and the Firework Display at 9:30pm on July 4th in Benicia, California.

Ruben also invites his executive producer Andy to explain some history of the 4th July, when the US became independent from the British.