On this episode of #thelocalwordonthestreet, we had Granny (Dolores Turnbo).

We discussed her experience growing up in Porterville, her life living moving from Porterville to Las Vegas and back, and her perspectives on the current state of the City of Porterville's affairs.

All this and more #theputnambeat!

In special, bonus episode of #localwordonthestreet, we interview Porterville College and former Fresno State Professor Jonathan Hernandez, that was recently chosen to be the Top 5 out of 25 educators in a national poll by NBC.

We discuss his upbringing, his path to communications and the efforts of his non-profit, Rise2It

All this and more on the #localwordonthestreet the #putnambeat!

On this episode of the #localwordonthestreet we sat down with Bellator Fighter and Mixed Martial Artist, Javier "Eye Candy" Ayala.

Join us as we take you through his journey, from his humble beginnings as a Porterville High School athlete, to his work and family life, and finally his career as a Bellator fighter. You don't want to miss this exclusive interview.

All this and more on the #theputnambeat!

On this episode of #thelocalwordonthestreet, we sat down with Popular Community Board Member Art Rodriguez.

We talked about his Central Valley upbringing, his election, and his #SavetheGiants campaign for the preservation of The Sequoia National Park.

All this and more on the #theputnambeat!

On this episode of #localwordonthestreet, we interviewed current Porterville City Council Member and former Mayor, Cameron Hamilton.

We discussed Cam's upbringing, the issues that have faced the City of Porterville , past and present, and his "controversial" statement that bullied children need to "grow-a-pair". He's been on CNN, Fox News, and #thebeat.

All this and more on the #theputnambeat!

On today's episode of the #localwordonthestreet , we introduce the brand co-contributor Kameron Amos.

We talk GUNS, GUNS and... wait for it... MORE GUNS!

Giving our #varryingviewpoints on issues of gun control, the powerful nature of lobbyist groups like the NRA, and the influence it has on Congressional legislation.

All this and more and #theputnambeat !

On our pilot episode of the #localwordonthestreet, we sat down with the Adminstrator of Pioneer Home Outreach, Clarence Ogans, to talk about his experiences growing up, his stint in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict, and his Foster Care business.

All this and more on the #theputnambeat!