Spotlight on the Community

Eric Thompson, Director of Communications and Marketing for the Alzheimer's Association of San Diego and Imperial Chapter, and Julia Chang, a volunteer community educator for the Association, discuss the challenges faced by the 600,000 caregivers in San Diego County, the importance of early intervention and the Association's $20 million in research funding. Julia shares her personal experience as a caregiver for her grandmother and highlights the "Empowered Caregiver" program. Eric emphasizes the significance of the FDA's approval of the first Alzheimer's blood test and the need for continued support and awareness.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Sandy Young, CEO and owner of J. Walcher Communications, chats about her journey and the evolution of PR. Sandy discusses her transition on June 1, 2025, and her 16-year tenure with the company. She highlights significant changes in PR, including the shift to digital, the rise of social media, and the impact of AI. She also shares insights on crisis communication, advising clients to avoid "no comment" and to prepare key spokespeople. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of PR and AI's role in shaping communication strategies.

The PESO Model® was created by Gini Dietrich of Spin Sucks (https://spinsucks.com/peso-model/)

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Jamie Moraga, CEO of Franklin Revere, hosts a special edition of Drew Schlosberg's Spotlight on the Community podcast at the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial. Jim Wheyland, Veteran of the Year, shares his background, including his service in the Marine Corps and his involvement with the memorial since 2018. Wheyland discusses the memorial's history, its significance, and the unique experiences of visitors and docents. He highlights the memorial's inclusivity, the challenges of space, and the community's role in its evolution. Wheyland encourages veterans to volunteer and visitors to explore the memorial, emphasizing its importance in honoring individual veterans.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Jamie Moraga, CEO of Franklin Revere and author of "Revered: The Power of Female Leadership," hosts a special edition of the "Spotlight on the Community" podcast at the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial. Miles Bower, a 2004 Naval Academy graduate and Marine Corps officer, discusses his involvement with the Memorial Association, highlighting its unique role in honoring both living and deceased veterans. Bower emphasizes the importance of volunteers and the need for infrastructure growth due to the increasing demand for plaques. He encourages community support through visits, events, and donations to sustain the Memorial's impact.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Jamie Moraga, CEO of Franklin Revere, hosts a special edition of the "Spotlight on the Community" podcast at the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial. Nathaniel Donnelly, a Marine Corps veteran and trustee of the Mount Soledad Memorial Association, shares his journey from joining the Marines to founding the student veteran organization at San Diego State in 2006. Donnelly discusses the creation of the Post-9/11 GI Bill and his role as a trustee since 2016. He emphasizes the importance of community support through donations and memberships to maintain and expand the memorial, which honors over 6,000 veterans, many of whom are still living.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Jamie Moraga, CEO of Franklin Revere, hosts a special edition of Drew Schlosberg's Spotlight on the Community podcast from the Mount Soledad National Veteran Memorial. Denise Larkins, Director of Operations, discusses her 18.5-year tenure and the memorial's mission to honor veterans from all wars. She recounts the memorial's evolution, including the purchase of land in 2015, which ended legal disputes. The memorial, which honors both living and deceased veterans, is preparing for a significant Veterans Day celebration. Larkins emphasizes the importance of community support and invites visitors to engage with the memorial's stories and history.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Jamie Moraga, CEO of Franklin Revere and guest host of Drew Schlosberg's Spotlight on the Community Podcast, interviews Marcus Chischilly, a Marine Corps veteran and new trustee of the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial. Marcus shares his journey from service in Afghanistan to his current role, highlighting the memorial's significance in bridging community and military connections. He discusses the memorial's 250th anniversary celebrations and its role in honoring veterans. Marcus emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the need for younger generations to participate. The podcast is sponsored by Mission Fed Credit Union, which supports local causes in San Diego.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Jamie Moraga, CEO of Franklin Revere, hosts a special edition of Drew Schlosberg's Spotlight on the Community podcast at the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial. Hannah Morton, the Business and Membership Administrator, discusses the memorial's inclusivity and unique features, such as honoring living veterans. Hannah shares her journey to the memorial through a Hiring Our Heroes internship and describes her daily tasks, which include processing plaques and answering inquiries. The event celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Navy and Marine Corps, with plaques for Pendleton and Ellison. Hannah encourages community involvement through visits, memberships, and donations to support the memorial.

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Chris Cate, President and CEO of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, discusses the mission of Chamber, which has more than 2,000 member businesses.  Cate emphasizes the economic impact of small businesses, which constitute 98% of San Diego's businesses. The Chamber collaborates with local chambers, universities, and organizations such as the EDC to support economic growth. The Chamber also manages LEAD San Diego, a leadership development program. 

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Andy Soler and Fran Basson, Co-Chairs of the Invictus Games San Diego, talk about San Diego's bid to become a finalist to host the 2029 games. San Diego is one of six finalists for the 2029 games, competing against cities like Dijon, South Korea, and Kiev, Ukraine. Soler and Basson discuss the local support they have received from business, community and military leaders to bring the Inviticus Games to San Diego.





About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  

"Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   

For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   

About Mission Fed Credit Union  

A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/