Laguna Talks

City Councilwoman Sue Kempf joins host Billy Fried for an in-depth discussion about Laguna Beach's current projects and future priorities. From the exciting promenade construction beginning today to fire safety initiatives and economic challenges, Sue provides insider insights into the city's operations and her vision for maintaining Laguna's unique character while addressing modern challenges.

On this episode I speak with Newth Morris, Laguna resident, Entrepreneur, Venture Capatilist and family man. Newth is a passionate advocate for education reform in Laguna through the FUEL (Families Unified for Education in Laguna) organization.

Lindsay Spindle is the Board Director and President of the Samueli Family Philanthropies, which gifted $11 million this year to over 100 Orange County mom-profit. Lindsay talks about the process and impacts made to Orange County.

Laguna Talks open with our monthy check in with 5th District County Supervisor Katrina Foley, followed by musician, composer and multi-instrumentalist Matt Costa, talking about the past weekend's Coast Film Festival, his set at the Irvine Bowl, and his jam with Jack Johnson and friends.

Jiake is an entrepreneur who founded Outer Furniture in 2019 to create a new brand in outdoor living spaces. He shares his origin story as an immigrant growing up in Alabama who moved to Silicon Beach (Santa Monica) and began his start-up career.

Our monthly convo and update with Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, on what the County is doing to improve the quality of life for its residents.

County Supervisor Katrina Foley gives her monthly update on County news and improvements, followed by new Sound Spectrum owner James Wilcox talking about the reopening of our iconic record store.

Host Billy spends the hour talking City news and developments

John is a longtime Ad Agency veteran Creative Director who developed the iconic Radical Origins film series for Laguna's Visitors Bureau. He loves Laguna so much he left his day job to take the role of Chief Stewardship Officer to help the Visitors Bureau redirect their message to visitors on responsible behavior to help mitigate the problems that occur from over-tourism. He describes his mission here.