Hello Sonoma!

Martín Gobbée's restaurant experience has taught him that a good venue breeds community. At his new post as Taub Family Outpost's general manager, he is using all his skills from New York City's restaurant industry, Chicago's improv scene, and his acting acumen to create a new community space on the plaza. From World Cup matches to behind the scenes magic, Martín has brought the best of his experiences to Sonoma Valley. In this episode we talk about the influence his Argentinian parents and family had on him growing up, the unparalleled training he had at Mario Batali's restaurants, and his first dream to become an actor in both Chicago and New York – we even talk about the incredible "just-by-chance" moments that led him to meet his lovely wife, and the ultimate improv evening that brought him to Sonoma! 

Learn more about the Taub Family Outpost ("The Outpost") by visiting taubfamilyoutpost.com

Go to Hellosonoma.org  to find out more about the Sonoma Community's radio show.

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Gerardo Diaz is a bridge-builder. As the bi-lingual engagement coordinator for the Sonoma Community Center, he aims to bring Sonoma's community closer together through valley-wide outreach. Known for his generosity and kindness, he has had a circuitous journey to this role that seems meant for him. Through uber driving, landscaping or even working at an egg factory, Gerardo developed the skills necessary to connect with people, observe the outside world, and to create beautiful work places for all those around him. In this episode, we talk not only about Gerardo's abilities, but his passion for fly-fishing, his Mexican roots, and the vision he has for Sonoma – all while enjoying the 2022 World Cup. 

If you want to:

Learn more about the Sonoma Community Center, please visit sonomacommunitycenter.org

Learn more about Hello Sonoma, please visit Hellosonoma.org 

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Bruno Freijanes is now a civil engineer, strategic planning strategist, and world traveller. But in 2009, he was a Brazilian exchange student at Sonoma Valley High school. He came back in 2022 to visit our town with new experiences having lived in Australia, and traveled throughout Europe and Asia. I sat down to talk with him for a live interview in our KSVY studio. In this episode we talk about the beauty of travel, the differences between big cities like Rio de Janeiro and communities like Sonoma, and the challenges of finding yourself, all while celebrating the magic of our small town.

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Learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit Hellosonoma.org 

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Dr. Nancy Dome leads with compassion, whether as CEO and co-founder of Epoch Eduction, or as a longtime educator, she strives to see beyond what people present to reveal who they are. Throughout her own journey first in non-profits and public education, then into the private sector with her company, she has endeavored to "transform how we talk about differences," bridging knowledge gaps, and encouraging engaging in tough conversations. Her book, "Let's Talk About Race," not only offers stories about how differences can affect us, but also protocols and suggestions for how to acknowledge and mend gaps between us. In this episode, we discuss Nancy's experiences as an educator, a professional athlete, and a leader, and her own journey in Sonoma and Montana.

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If you want to:

Learn more about Dr. Nancy Dome, visit: drnancydome.com

For more information about Epoch Education, visit: epocheducation.com

To buy "Let's Talk About Race, And Other Hard Things" visit: drnancydome.com/the-book-2/

Learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit Hellosonoma.org 

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Your neighbors, your colleagues, your parents, your friends. They all have a story worth telling. I believe it’s worth hearing them, being inspired by them, and learning from them.

Though this journey starts locally with those around you, with empathy and curiosity, the sky’s the limit.

On this program I interview guests from Sonoma and beyond, to highlight how much we can learn from neighbors, colleagues, strangers, and friends if we ask the right questions and take the time to listen.

Maite Iturri is a community leader. What started out as an serendipitous turn into the education field, has since become a stage for leading communities through tough times and seeing far into the future. As a teacher, Maite led with love, always seeing her students not only for the kids they were, but for the people they could be. As principal of El Verano School, Maite ensured the community was involved in the campus whether through after-school activities or public events and classes. She encouraged teachers to do their best and worked to remove barriers to their success. Since then, she has taken on a systems level view, not only in the educational field, but as a co-founder of Food for All (Comida para Todos) which has provided thousands of delivered groceries to families throughout the valley. In this episode we talk about some of Maite's motivations, the ways in which education has shaped her life, and the people who have helped make her who she is.

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Learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit Hellosonoma.org 

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Alan Early is a musician, a computer scientist, and a world traveler. His journey has taken him throughout Europe, South Africa, and eventually into the early years of Silicon Valley where he was a programmer – a far cry from his first early years playing in post-WWII bomb-craters in London. In this episode we talk about his musical experiences, his travels, and the unexpected twists and turns that have made up his storied career. 

If you want to:

Learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit Hellosonoma.org 

Learn more about Alan Early at saxjazz.com

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Sheri Mignano is an historian, an accordionist, and a keeper of tradition. She has delved into the annals of Italian-American history in the Bay Area and beyond to uncover the connections between the accordion and the mandolin, the stories of countless immigrants who shared their spark, and the power of music in building communities. In this episode, we talk about Sheri's own contributions to these communities whether it be as a leader in the Cotati Accordion Festival, or transcribing old music for new audiences. She shares her thoughts on just how pivotal a music experience can be for young people, and offers the accordion as an exciting possibility.

To learn more about Sheri, visit zighibaci.com/

To learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit hellosonoma.org

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In this episode, I wandered the paths of Sonoma's historic plaza to interview several of the artisans that help make the Valley of the Moon Vintage Fest so special. I speak with jewelers, woodworkers, photographers and more about their art and why they do what they do.

Later on, I made a stop at the Glen Ellen Valley Fair and spoke with Arthur Dawson, a local historian, about Sonoma Mountain and Glen Ellen's History.

This week's guests include:

Arthur Dawson from Sonoma Mountain Preservation (1:02)

Doreen from West Coast Vibez (4:14)

Jessica Jo from Jessica Jo Designs (26:22)

Kristen Cheung from We Rock Communities (7:30)

Laura from www.LauraLeeFritz.com (14:28) 

Lin Haley from Silk Winds (22:58) 

Michael Ecton from Wine Country Photography (1:02.5)

Nao Kobayashi from Nuno Zoo (11:48)

Rhona Conte from ReClaimed Designs @reclaimed_by_rhona (19:33)

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Music by Sharing Skies

To learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit hellosonoma.org

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Kaitie Bailie is an artist, an open water swimmer, and a bridge builder. Since she moved to Sonoma, she's done all three, forging a connection to Sonoma's sister city in what was then the USSR (now Ukraine), Kaniv; opening an art studio and exhibiting paintings throughout the Valley; and swimming to Alcatraz, Elba, across the Bosphorous, and more. Among her many talents she is a painter, a photographer and a poet, and is she's keen on sharing her work and experiences. She ran Artifax, a store on the plaza dedicated to showcasing beautiful international artwork and clothing, and throughout her travels she has always kept an open eye on what makes every culture special. 

In this episode, we discuss some of her travels, her thoughts while swimming the frigid seas, and her heroes. 

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If you want to:

Learn more about Kaeti Bailie, visit ⁠www.kaetibailie.com

Learn more about Hello Sonoma, visit Hellosonoma.org 

Thank you, Sharing Skies, for sharing your music,

And thanks to you for tuning in.