TehachaPod

City of Tehachapi

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The official award winning podcast for the City of Tehachapi, California. Our municipal government podcast covers the issues, topics, history, lifestyle and happenings in Tehachapi. Hosted by Community Engagement Manager Key Budge, General Services Director Ashley Whitmore, Assistant City Manager Corey Costelloe, & City Manager Greg Garrett. This show features interviews and highlights of community events, meetings and other interactions that impact Tehachapi. TehachaPod has received several awards for Government Special Episode and Individual Episodes by a Government Agency.

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382 episodes

TCTA: Murder on the Orient Express

David Stenstrom, director, and James Carhart, set designer, of the Tehachapi Community Theatre Association's latest production, Murder on the Orient Express, join the podcast to tell us more about the upcoming play.  To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit the website: https://www.tctaonstage.com/  

40m
Apr 01
Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women Recognition: Teresa Ruth

As we continue our coverage of Women's History Month this March, Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist, and Jeanette Pauer, Tehachapi City Councilmember, sit down with Teresa Ruth to learn more about her background and what it means to be one of Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women.  Read more about the recognition here: https://www.theloopnewspaper.com/story/2024/03/16/local-news/city-council-honors-five-extraordinary-women/11937.html  

20m
Mar 29
Easter Weekend in Tehachapi, what to do!

Trying to decide what to do over the Easter weekend in Tehachapi? Well we have the entire rundown on events and activities on this episode. Clare Scotti from DiscoveryTehachapi.com joins us to share all of the details. Send your thoughts, questions and ideas to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com. 

12m
Mar 28
In the Know with your TPD: Feat. Senior Officer Jeff Packebush

Senior Officer Jeff Packebush joins the podcast to talk about how he came to be a member of the Tehachapi Police Department and discusses the ongoing reorganization of the department.  To support our City of Tehachapi and Tehachapi Police Department runners at the Bakersfield Marathon, visit the link: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/508/Police-Foundation-Bakersfield-Marathon-T  

22m
Mar 26
What's New at TVRPD: Fishing Derby

Taylor Davis, General Services Supervisor, and Brenda Gonzalez, Recreation Manager discuss the upcoming Fishing Derby at Brite Lake and provide more information on various upcoming events. To learn more, visit the website: www.tvrpd.org  

14m
Mar 26
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: March 21, 2024

Clare Scotti with Discover Tehachapi joins the podcast to share what fun there is to be had at our local wineries, breweries, and more as we look ahead to Easter weekend. To learn more, visit the website www.discovertehachapi.com   * * * *

15m
Mar 21
Tehachapi City Council Recap: March 18, 2024

City Manager Greg Garrett and Police Chief Richard Standridge join the podcast to recap the March 18, 2024 Tehachapi City Council meeting. Several promotions, recognitions, and the swearing-in of police personnel took place at Monday's meeting. To learn more, view the full agenda on our website, www.liveuptehachapi.com  

18m
Mar 20
Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women Recognition: Lindsay Villalpondo

The City of Tehachapi kicked off a new program to honor Women's History Month in 2024. Five wonderful individuals were selected out of nearly 70 nominations to receive the Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women Recognition. In this episode of Tehachapod, we learn more about one of those extraordinary women -- Lindsay Villalpondo. Lindsay shares about her background, how she balances her roles as a mom, wife, real estate agent, volunteer and more, and her advice to other young mothers striving to excel in their careers. To learn more about Lindsay, visit https://www.facebook.com/p/Call-Me-Lindsay-V-Realtor-100088424822972/?paipv=0&eav=AfZpmGnJHYz0aixoH5e0aoJVjin-Nkq9FHMAv1ROgQgxP71It32_QH3lReBMbBHJx6E&_rdr  

18m
Mar 15
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: St. Patrick's Day Weekend!

Clare Scotti with Discover Tehachapi joins the podcast to share what fun there is to be had at our local wineries, breweries, and more for St. Patrick's Day. To learn more, visit the website www.discovertehachapi.com

18m
Mar 14
What's New with TVRPD: 'Spring into Action'

In today's episode, Brenda Gonzalez, Recreation Manager, and Sarai Diaz, Marketing and Recreation Specialist, discuss the latest happenings at the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District. To sign up for the "Spring into Action" program, visit the website: https://www.tvrpd.org/spring-into-action  

36m
Mar 12
Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women Recognition: Claudia Baker

The City of Tehachapi kicked off a new program to honor Women's History Month in 2024. Five wonderful individuals were selected out of nearly 70 nominations to receive the Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women Recognition. In this episode of Tehachapod, we learn more about one of those extraordinary women -- Claudia Baker. Claudia shares about her background, how she came to be the owner of The Loop Newspaper, and her advice for other entrepreneurial women. To learn more about Claudia, visit www.theloopnewspaper.com  

22m
Mar 08
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: March 7, 2024

Clare Scotti with Discover Tehachapi joins the podcast to share this weekend's events and activities in Tehachapi. To learn more, visit the website www.discovertehachapi.com

15m
Mar 07
Tehachapi City Council Recap: March 4, 2024

We discuss the happenings at the March 4, 2024 Tehachapi City Council Meeting. The five recipients of Tehachapi's Extraordinary Women were recognized, a new sidewalk project is in the works, and the city budget received a clean audit report. For more details, find the full agenda and minutes on our website www.liveuptehachapi.com  

26m
Mar 06
Eye on the Capital-March 1, 2024

The State budget process has started, how is the Governor planning on addressing an estimated $68 Billion shortfall, wait he says $38 Billion...and now the deficit is projected at $73 Billion. Find out the game plan from the Governor as the process begins. Details on the 20th Congressional Seat primary AND special election, happening almost simultaneuosly. Confused? Many are, we attempt to break it down. Plus, with the State Legislature in session over 2100 bills have been introduced, and one intended to ban youth football in the State is already dead, for now.  

15m
Mar 01
Chamber of Commerce Update: Markos D1 Hair Salon

Markos Hernandez, owner of Markos D1 Hair Salon located at 113 Green Street in downtown Tehachapi, joins the podcast to discuss his career and the recent grand opening of his salon. 

40m
Feb 28
In the Know with your Tehachapi Police Department: Feat. Chief Richard Standridge

Chief Richard Standridge joins the podcast to discuss the Tehachapi Police Department's efforts to address and prevent retail theft at our local businesses. For more information, visit our website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/481/Police-Department  

22m
Feb 27
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Feb. 22, 2024

Clare Scotti with Discover Tehachapi joins the podcast to share this weekend's events and activities in Tehachapi. To learn more, visit the website www.discovertehachapi.com  

16m
Feb 22
Keeping up with FOTD

Diana Burge, President of the Friends of the Depot Board, and Dixie Coutant, Tehachapi Depot Museum Curator, join the podcast to share an inside look at how the museum is run and maintained.  If you are interested in visiting, donating to, or volunteering for the Depot Museum, visit the website: https://www.tehachapidepot.com/  

23m
Feb 21
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update

A look at the list of events for the weekend of Feb. 16, 2024, with Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi.   To learn more, visit www.discovertehachapi.com  

17m
Feb 15
What's New at TVRPD

Brenda Gonzalez, Recreation Manager, and Sarai Diaz, Recreation Specialist, join the podcast to share the latest news and upcoming events from the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District. To learn more about recreational opportunities, events, and TVRPD facilities, visit the website: www.tvrpd.org  

51m
Feb 13
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Valentine's AND Superbowl Weekend

If you're looking for something to do with with date for Valentine's Day, looking to watch the big game, or both, there is plenty to do this weekend in Tehachapi.  To learn more about what's happening locally, visit www.discovertehachapi.com  

19m
Feb 08
Tehachapi City Council Recap: Monday, February 5, 2024

Greg Garrett, Key Budge, and Mya Acosta discuss the lastest developments from the February 5, 2024 Tehachapi City Council Meeting. From the approval of new pickleball courts to recognizing the Public Works Department for 1,000 days of no lost time incidents, there was plenty of interesting topics from the meeting. To learn more and to find council agendas, visit our website: www.liveuptehachapi.com  

21m
Feb 06
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Kicking off some February Fun

Clare Scotti with Discover Tehachapi joins us to discuss the upcoming events and activities for the weekend of February 1. With a rainy, chilly weekend ahead of us, our wineries and breweries are equipped for some cozy, indoor fun. To learn more, visit www.discovertehachapi.com  

22m
Feb 01
Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Update: Rancho Raviri Almonds & Gifts

Clare Scotti, Executive Director of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, explains some of the upcoming programs and events available to chamber members in the new year. She also provides an in-depth tour of the upcoming Tehachapi Wine Walk set for Feb. 10. Lee Barron with Rancho Raviri Almonds & Gifts talks about his company's history and how they are participating in the Wine Walk as the Chocolate Sponsor. To purchase tickets to the Wine Walk, visit the website: https://discovertehachapi.com/ To learn more about Rancho Raviri, visit their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rancho.raviri.almond.gifts/  

28m
Jan 30
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Looking ahead to Valentine's Day

On this Weekend Activity Update, we take a look at the different events and activities happening on the weekend of January 25, 2024.  To learn more and to purchase tickets to the Wine Walk, visit www.discovertehachapi.com  

19m
Jan 25
Growing the local music scene with Fiddler's Crossing

Debby Hand and Peter Cutler join us to discuss the grand re-opening of Fiddler's Crossing, music lessons available at Mountain Music, and how the TPOPS Orchestra has grown over the past few years.  To learn more, visit www.fiddlerscrossing.com or www.tehachapimountainmusic.com    

53m
Jan 24
In the Know with your Tehachapi Police Department: Sergeant James Clark

In this episode of In the Know with your Tehachapi Police Department, Sergeant James Clark shares how he came to be a member of TPD and his experience in working at different law enforcement agencies throughout Southern California. To support the TPD and City staff participating in the Bakersfield Marathon and to donate to the fundraiser for the Tehachapi Police Foundation, visit the website: https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/508/Police-Foundation-Bakersfield-Marathon-T Funds raised through the Tehachapi Police Foundation will go toward starting several new initiatives to connect with the youth in Tehachapi. 

24m
Jan 23
Living Local with the Tehachapi Area Association of Realtors

In this episode of Tehachapod, Christy Rabe, broker with Platinum Realty Group, Chris Morales, agent with Platinum Realty Group, and Adonae Faris, broker with RE/MAX, discuss the importance of hiring a local real estate agent when considering buying and selling homes in the greater Tehachapi area.    For more information, visit https://adonaefaris.remax.com/ or https://yourplatinumrealtygroup.com/  

1h 8m
Jan 20
Tehachapi Talks: Week of Jan. 18, 2024

City Manager Greg Garrett recaps the January 16, 2024 Tehachapi City Council Meeting and explains some of the important projects that were recently approved. For more details on the projects, visit our website, www.liveuptehachapi.com  

3m
Jan 19
Tehachapi Weekend Activity Update: Rainy Weekend Fun

Rain or shine, our breweries, wineries, and local organizations have plenty to offer this weekend. Mya Acosta, Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Tehachapi, and Clare Scotti, Discover Tehachapi, discuss the happenings for the weekend of January 18, 2024. To learn more about Discover Tehachapi, visit: www.discovertehachapi.com

16m
Jan 18