Sensei Danielle Smith is the dojo-cho (chief instructor) at Aikido of Monterey, California.  She is dedicated to continuing to build a dojo community that is committed to and inspired by studying the “Art of Peace.”  She also teaches Pilates.  She was a Model Mugging Instructor for many years too. She shares her perspective as a […]

Pamela Takigawa is a Monterey, California based artist who specializes in watercolor prints of natural and oceanic environments.  She has her work at the Carmel Art Association.  Her detailed monotype prints are transferred to paper with printer’s ink on an etching press, but unlike etching, the woodblock print surface is devoid of scratching or carving.  […]

Rex Bennett has been in the fitness field for decades and shares his experiences as a professional personal trainer as well as his own journey through career stress, doctor’s warnings, multiple medications; to a fit happy and healthy lifestyle. Great candor, real life experiences and many pearls of wisdom! Listen to this episode

Ms Isabella Ball shares thoughts about summer fun and two book reviews she chose. The Alchemyst by Michael Scott and The Warriors by Erin Hunter. Our other guest Shary Farr, speaks about her passion to assist those with terminal illness, to let their voice be heard as to what their preferences for end of life. […]

Kathryn is a local journalist turned mystery writer, now for the third time!  Her passion for history coupled with her first hand knowledge of the Monterey Peninsula, weaves an interesting, educational and page turning novel.  Beginning with “Murder in the Pines”, followed by “Murder takes the stage” and just released “The Laundryman;s Daughter”.  She talks […]

Joann Marie Donahoe is a local Vet who make house calls and shares about her book Animal Parenting!  Much like human family dynamics, when pets are part of the family they will adapt to the existing dynamics; and mirror what patterns we have put in place.  Joann talks about experiences with extreme cases that very […]

Local (Santa Cruz) Naturalist, organic farmer, musician, and poet at heart; speaks about the lessons he learned along the way. It will keep you amused. Mountain biking in the morning before the interview when he took a tumble… but, he arrived exactly on time!  Always up for the challenge and looking with curiosity. Enjoy.