This episode of "The 805 Focus" features Lori Goodman, CEO of LEAP, discussing their impactful work supporting children and families in Santa Barbara County. LEAP provides a safe haven and essential resources, including the county's only diaper bank, for those affected by immigration and other challenges. Learn about their multigenerational approach, vital partnerships, and how they empower caregivers.

Explore the vital work of Channelkeeper with Executive Director Ted Morton. This episode delves into their 25-year commitment to protecting the coastal ecosystems of Santa Barbara and Ventura through impactful education and advocacy. Discover their extensive student programs, volunteer initiatives, and crucial efforts in monitoring and conservation.

Simon Kiefer transitions from urban planning to typewriter poetry, sharing his insights on affordable housing and the challenges he faced. He conducts creative workshops that highlight the tactile experience of typewriting and the emotional connections formed. Kiefer celebrates the joy of poetry in community events and emphasizes its accessibility, showcasing how his passion for typewriters and poetry impacts others.

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Explore the impactful work of the Channel Islands YMCA with CEO Margo Byrne on "The 805 Focus." Discover their crucial initiatives in water safety, chronic disease management, and community building. Learn how the YMCA provides essential programs, from swimming lessons for children to support for cancer survivors and afterschool care, fostering a sense of belonging across three counties.

Explore the vital work of the Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara with Executive Director Lori Willis. Learn about their commitment to providing state-of-the-art cancer care locally, funding essential programs at the Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, and supporting advancements like new PET/CT scanners. Discover how this 501(c)(3) nonprofit ensures patients receive comprehensive treatment without needing to travel.

Monica Mody shares her journey from India to becoming a poet and scholar at Pacifica Graduate Institute. She focuses on mythological studies, spirituality, and humanity's interconnectedness. Her poetry explores identity, migration, and ritual. Mody highlights the importance of listening to stories and how poetry can bridge divides. She discusses her creative process, the significance of revision, and her latest works centered on belonging and gratitude, encouraging others to embrace change and their own power.

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Join Dr. Cynder Sinclair as she interviews Michelle Erickson, Executive Director of Mothers Helpers. Discover how this vital Santa Barbara nonprofit provides essential baby items to families facing financial hardship. Learn about their donation process, volunteer opportunities, and impactful programs designed to support mothers and reduce parental burdens. Mothers Helpers is making a significant difference in our community.

David Starkey hosts Edward Humes, who shares his journey in journalism and discusses his books on crime and environmental issues. Humes highlights the challenges of recycling and the importance of social justice in storytelling. He presents innovative solutions for waste management, such as urban farming and renewable energy, while urging individuals to take action by growing their own food and reducing plastic use.

The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv

David Starkey hosts Brian Tanguay to discuss their work with the California Review of Books and Tanguay's journey as a writer. Tanguay shares his experiences in the Air Force and how current political events shape literature. They delve into the challenges of writing about politics, the importance of reading, and the nature of book reviews, highlighting the role of writers in society amidst a complex political climate.

The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv

In a one-on-one interview about his campaign for Santa Barbara mayor, City Council member Eric Friedman stresses fiscal restraint and his anti-rent control stance:"I'm in the center," Friedman says.