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Podcast Stockton for Thursday, September 9, 2010
Sep 9th
Welcome to Podcast Stockton, featuring an interview with the creative team behind the comic book, The Amazing Fist.
In this episode:
Rod returns to Podcast Stockton. Now that the Ports regular season has come to a close, Rod is back in the co-pilot seat and ready to fill you in on how his first season as the Director of Fun and Games/On-field emcee went down as well as fill you in on the Ports amazing second half turnaround.
Sports update with Lowell Tuckerman
Get back to shape with Rod and Gold’s Gym. Gold’s new permanent home is now open and waiting for you to get in and “Know Your Own Strength.” Located at 1822 E Hammer Lane, the new facilities are a great place to get going on your 2010 goals to get back in shape…just like Rod is doing.
Manny Montes talks to Mario from Silver Back Clothing and Serious Ink about the Revival at Chitiva’s this Friday. Get your tickets online at serioussilverback.ticketleap.com/the-revival/. Tickets are also available at X Spot and El Camino Tire.
What’s new on ClosetGoodies.com
An interview with Adam Messinger, Matthew Farnsworth, and Frank Stone, creators of the comic book, The Amazing Fist. Matt talks to the men behind a new comic book, the Amazing Fist, and how they are using Kickstarter.com to get financial backing.
Couple more things…
The date for Stockton Tweetup #3 has just been announced. The event will be held on September 29, 2010 at the Lexington Hotel in Downtown Stockton. For more information, follow Stockton Tweetup on Twitter, or at the website.
If you are interested in backing The Amazing Fist go to their Kickstarter site to learn more.
High school football is back in full swing and Rod and the newly reformed Valley Sports Network crew are looking for schools who want Internet radio coverage of their Friday nights. Contact the show if you know anyone who might be interested.
We welcome your comments, suggestions, reviews and questions to mail@podcaststockton.com or by calling our local listener comment voicemail line at 209-565-3229.
Follow us on Twitter at @PodcastStockton and @rjvillagomez.
Also, become a fan of Podcast Stockton on Facebook.
Visit us in iTunes.
Until next time, make it great Stockton!
Running time: 50 mins., 18 secs.
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Podcast Stockton for Thursday, June 24, 2010
Jun 24th
Welcome to Podcast Stockton, featuring an interview with Dr. Derron Lee from Midtown Optometry.
Wes’s Stockton activities guide. Go to VisitStockton.org to sign up for the weekly events e-mail and follow @Stockton_CA on Twitter and on Facebook.
In this episode:
Rod returns to the show during the Ports All-Star break.
Sports update with Lowell Tuckerman
Matt has finally joined the world of Foursquare. Find out where he has checked in from and see if you can beat him out as Mayor of the “bump” at Eight Mile Road here.
Safe and Sane fireworks are legal in the City of Stockton this year. For the first time ever, fireworks will be sold inside city limits. Several local non-profits will have booths set up around town. You can find a list of all the participates and the locations of their stands at the Stockton Fireworks website.
What’s new on ClosetGoodies.com
An interview with Dr. Derron Lee from Midtown Optometry. Visit their website, midtownoptometry.com and Facebook. Also see their reviews on Yelp.
A few quick things:
The Podcast Stockton iPhone app is almost ready for Beta! Thanks to Mr. Wes for all his great work on this project.
Podcast Stockton Live at the Taste of San Joaquin!
Don’t forget to bookmark OurStockton.com.
We welcome your comments, suggestions, reviews and questions to mail@podcaststockton.com or by calling our local listener comment voicemail line at 209-565-3229.
Follow us on Twitter at @PodcastStockton and @rjvillagomez.
Also, become a fan of Podcast Stockton on Facebook.
Visit us in iTunes. If you have an iTunes account, please consider writing a review for our show there.
Until next time, make it great Stockton!
Running time: 71 min, 51 sec.
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Podcast Stockton for Wednesday, May 19, 2010
May 19th
Welcome to Podcast Stockton, featuring an exclusive interview with Leona Marino and Jared Foster, introducing WebWorldTalent.com.
In this episode:
A Bay Area casting agency is looking for Stockton talent. On May 22nd, American Eagle Casting will be holding an open audition for roles in the second season of the Investigation Discovery Channel’s series, “I Almost Got Away With It.” The casting calls will be held in Patterson beginning at 10AM and American Eagle Studios has asked specifically for participation from anyone interested from Stockton.
Our thoughts on Mayor Ann Johnston’s State of the City Address. Last week the Mayor gave her Stockton State of the City Address speech. She talked about what Stockton needs to do in order to shake it’s national reputation. Dallas Braden was also brought up as an example of the kind of person she is looking to to help change the “attitude” of the city. You can read the text of the speech here.
The Stockton Stingrays vs. Podcast Stockton beep baseball rematch you have all been waiting for. We recently took on the Stockton Stingrays beep baseball team. The Stockton Stingrays are still looking for six-person teams to play them on Saturdays at Atherton Park. Contact the Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired for more information at 209-466-3836 or info@communitycenterfortheblind.org. Check out the pics here.
An interview with Leona Marino and Jared Foster from WebWorldTalent.com. WWT will be looking for talented individuals to compete for cash and prizes. Later this summer, they will begin by filming audition videos for local singers. Check out their website and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.
Couple more things…
Don’t forget to check out visitstockton.org for what is going on this weekend, there are a ton of things happening so stay informed by visiting the website.
The Haggin Museum A la Carte is taking place this Saturday from 6-9.
Check out the Port City Roller Girls in their first bout of the season.
Don’t miss the Stockton Ports as the honor Dallas Braden and his perfect game on Saturday.
Join Delta College for their 2nd Annual Medifest starting at 10am in Upper Danner.
We welcome your comments, suggestions, reviews and questions to mail@podcaststockton.com or by calling our local listener comment voicemail line at 209-565-3229.
Follow us on Twitter at @PodcastStockton and @rjvillagomez.
Also, become a fan of Podcast Stockton on Facebook.
Visit us in iTunes. If you have an iTunes account, please consider writing a review for our show there.
Until next time, make it great Stockton!
Running time: 44 min, 17 sec.
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Podcast Stockton for Monday, May 17, 2010
May 17th
Welcome to Podcast Stockton, featuring an interview with David Mckeever, creator of “365 Things To Do In Stockton.”
In this episode:
Stockton’s very own Dallas Braden pitches a perfect game. On May 9th, 2010, Dallas Braden became the 19th pitcher in Major League Baseball history to pitch a perfect game. Since then he has been featured on David Letterman, ESPN’s Sportcenter, as well as several other media outlets including Slick Diaz’s blog, “Reclaiming The Title.”
Sports with Lowell Tuckerman
Delta College is hosting a Mediafest this weekend. The Delta College Radio and Television department is hosting their 2nd Annual Mediafest on May 22nd. Mediafest is an event put on with the sole purpose of introducing college media students to the professionals in their crafts. Several local leaders of the industry will be be represented this year including those from radio, television, film, journalism and graphic arts. Matt and I will be the emcees as well. This event is open to the public. If you are interested in attending and would like more information visit their website.
What’s new on Closetgoodies.com
An interview with David Mckeever creator of 365 Things To Do In Stockton, Ca. Over a month ago, local Realtor David Mckeever created “365 Things To Do In Stockton,” a site spotlighting things to do in Stockton for every day of the year. Each day David posts another suggestion of a fun thing to do in town. Look for them on his website and follow them on Twitter, or become a fan on Facebook.
This week’s question of the week. What are your suggestions for a cheap (but fun) date in Stockton?
We welcome your comments, suggestions, reviews and questions to mail@podcaststockton.com or by calling our local listener comment voicemail line at 209-565-3229.
Follow us on Twitter at @PodcastStockton and @rjvillagomez.
Also, become a fan of Podcast Stockton on Facebook.
Visit us in iTunes. If you have an iTunes account, please consider writing a review for our show there.
Until next time, make it great Stockton!
Running time: 40 min, 16 sec.
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Podcast Stockton for Wednesday April 28, 2010
Apr 28th
Welcome to Podcast Stockton for Wednesday, April 28, 2010.
On this episode, we cover:
Wes’s Stockton activities guide. Go to VisitStockton.org to sign up for the weekly events e-mail and follow @Stockton_CA on Twitter and on Facebook.
A recap of the 22nd Annual Earth Day Festival. Matt and I were emcees at Stockton’s Earth day festival hosted by the Peace and Justice Network of San Joaquin Valley. There were several bands and performing artists that participated in the event including The Afternaps and Tara Tinsley from Musicians for a Better Planet. Several teachers were given awards as well as a grant and Congressman Jerry McNerney and City Council Member Susan Eggman addressed the attendees. If you want more information and to find out about next year’s Earth day festival visit http://livegreensanjoaquin.org.
The Courage Campaign of San Joaquin is hosting a Mardi Gras party. On Friday April 30th at 6:00pm, the Courage Campaign of San Joaquin will be putting on a Mardi Gras party in an effort to raise awareness of their organization. The event will be held at Valley Ministries MMC in Stockton and is free to attend.
Help save “Music in the Park.”A 58 year old tradition is on the verge of ending as the City will no longer be able to support the “Music in the Park” program held at Victory Park. Thusday, April 29th from 5:30 to 7:30, there will be a fundraiser to help continue this event. Bring your chair and your checkbook and enjoy the music of local artists “Next Door Neighbor;”
Follow us on Twitter at @PodcastStockton and @rjvillagomez.
Also, become a fan of Podcast Stockton on Facebook and subscribe to your videos on YouTube.
Visit us in iTunes. If you have an iTunes account, please consider writing a review for our show there.
Until next time, make it great Stockton!
Running time: 18 min, 46 sec.
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Podcast Stockton 034 (209)565-3229
Apr 2nd
Welcome to Podcast Stockton, the real episode 34, featuring Timm Quinn from Leadership Stockton.
In this episode:
Jennifer Boylan, from the Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, talks to Matt about the upcoming 3rd Annual Health & Vision Fair on Saturday, April 10 from 10 AM to 3 PM. The CCBVI is located at 130 West Flora Street.
Wes’s Stockton activities guide. Go to VisitStockton.org to sign up for the weekly events e-mail and follow @Stockton_CA on Twitter and on Facebook.
We’re back! Yesterday, we released a special episode in honor of April Fool’s Day. Thanks to Gabriel, Devin, Mike and Lowell Tuckerman for their help with this special episode. Check out Gabriel and Devin’s podcast, The Single Malt Versus.
Rod has finished the audition video for Smokin’ Yankees BBQ in their quest to be on BBQ Pitmasters on TLC. We really want to see them on the show. To help out, please go to the Discovery website and tell them, “I want to see Smokin’ Yankees from Stockton on BBQ Pitmasters!” Let’s help get them on national TV. The Smokin’ Yankees have their new website up and also, check them out on Facebook.
Sports with Lowell Tuckerman
Andy Pinasco, aka @brewery33, will be making good on his trash bet and will be spending one hour (from 8 AM – 9 AM) picking up garbage at Janet Leigh Plaza. Look for him downtown on Saturday 4/10 or 5/1. We’ll be sure to let everyone know exactly which day he chooses. So, join him if you’d like, or just enjoy downtown Stockton and congratulate him when he’s done.
What’s new on Closetgoodies.com
We asked for your ideas for future Questions of the Week? Next week’s QOW, courtesy of Amy Farry, is: If you are employed, do you commute, and if so, where to? Call our listener line and leave us a message, send us an e-mail or leave a comment on our Facebook page.
Matt interviews Timm Quinn from the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Stockton. Since 1981, over 600 locals have completed the 11 month Leadership Stockton program. The deadline is fast approaching for the 2010-2011 class. Applications must be received by June 18, 2010. Visit Leadership Stockton website and also on Facebook. Since coming into the Outback Studios, Timm has joined the Twitter ranks, follow him @LeadershipStkn
A couple more things: Rod and I will be emcees at the 22nd Annual Earth Day Festival on April 18; vote for Stockton resident, Cheri on Maxim; the Great Stockton Asparagus Dine Out has begun.
We welcome your comments, suggestions, reviews and questions to mail@podcaststockton.com or by calling our local listener comment voicemail line at 209-565-3229.
Follow us on Twitter at @PodcastStockton and @rjvillagomez.
Also, become a fan of Podcast Stockton on Facebook.
Visit us in iTunes. If you have an iTunes account, please consider writing a review for our show there.
Until next time, make it great Stockton!
Running time: 40 min, 15 sec.
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Meet the voice of Podcast Stockton Sports
Feb 26th
For five episodes now, a young man has been brining you the highlights from the Stockton sports scene on Podcast Stockton. We now realize that we pretty much threw him at you with no ado. Allow us to correct that mistake by formally introducing you to the voice of Stockton Sports….Lowell Tuckerman.
Lowell is a product of the bay area and has, as of September of 2009, began to call Stockton his home. He comes to us by way of the Delta College Radio and Television department where he has hosted a sports talk program since his arrival in the spring semester of 2008.
During his tenure as the end-all-be-all of the Delta sports talk scene Lowell has made regular guest of such prominent bay area sports writers as the beat writers for the San Francisco Giants, the Oakland A’s, and the Golden State Warriors. He has also played host to Damon Bruce of KNBR fame and even had the opportunity to interview Gary Radnich on his own show. And last but certainly not least he has chatted poker as well as life with ESPN’s World Series of Poker analyst Norman Chad.
Lowell Tuckerman is for real folks. You can still find him roaming the airwaves of Delta College’s Internet radio station iDPower on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2pm until 4pm.
Over the course of his stay at Delta, Lowell has earned two certificates in both radio and television while adding an Associates Degree in Communications with a concentration in Radio. He remains at Delta to finish his general education classes on his way to transferring to a four-year University.
According to Lowell he is enjoying his time as a member of the Podcast Stockton crew and is thrilled to be a part of what he calls a “legit operation.” He has appreciated the opportunity to work with myself and Matt stating that being on this show has made him “proud of Stockton and proud to be part of the Podcast Stockton team.”
Lowell is looking to take his Podcast Stockton experience as well as his time at Delta to move up the ladder of the sports talk world. “I would like to someday be a sports talk show host in a big market like LA, New Orleans or Miami, and while I may be doing radio now, don’t get me wrong, I would love to do some television as well.”
Please join us in welcoming Lowell Tuckerman to the Podcast Stockton family. We look forward to our continued partnership and appreciate the great things he has done for us thus far.
Get to know your Stockton Colts
Feb 24th
Within the last five years, Stockton has become Hockey Town, CA thanks to the arrival of the Stockton Thunder. Since day one, Thunder fans have flooded the Arena and made Stockton, of all places, the number one place in the ECHL to watch hockey, five years and counting.
But have you ever wondered where those hockey players come from? More importantly… did you even realize that hockey has been in Stockton longer then a lot of us actually realize. If not, allow me to introduce you to the Stockton Jr. Colts Hockey Club.
For over 50 years kids ranging in age from 5 to 18 have been lacing up their skates at the Oak Park Ice Arena, donning their Colts sweaters and competing against developmental teams from across the state and sometimes the country. Their teams may have whimsical categories like Mites, Squirrts, Pee Wees, Bantams, or Midgets, but don’t let that fool you, the caliber of hockey at which these young athletes compete is fast-paced and beyond impressive.
The Colts are members of the Northern California Junior Hockey Association (NORCAL), California Amateur Hockey Association, and USA Hockey and play against teams such as the Santa Rosa Flyers, the California Cougars (not to be confused with the soccer team), the Tri Valley Blue Devils, and the San Jose Jr. Sharks.
They operate as a non-profit organization that relies on sponsorships to offset a majority of their costs including ice rental time at their home rink, Oak Park Ice Arena, the cost of traveling to their away games as well as equipment upkeep and replacement.
Regular season play for the Colts usually begins in early September and runs through late March with games usually taking place on Saturdays and Sundays.
If you have not already had the opportunity to watch these talented hockey players, I highly encourage you to head out to the Oak Park Ice Arena this Sunday where beginning at 4:30pm you can watch the Bantams and the Midget 18 teams take on the San Francisco Sabercats. Find out for yourself why the Stockton Arena is not the only place hot action is taking place in below freezing temperatures.
For more information on the Stockton Colts, including rosters, photos and their remaining 2009-10 season, you can visit their website http://www.stocktoncolts.com/.
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