IMPACT OC

Impact OC: Overcoming the challenges of Epilepsy

How does the Epilepsy Foundation lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives?

Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Epilepsy Foundation Orange County West Coast Regional Director Robert Ojeda. Those living with epilepsy have surges of electrical activity in the brain which can cause recurring seizures.  He talks about how the Foundation helps those living with epilepsy face the challenges associated with it to live to their fullest potential. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER.  www.epilepsy.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Impact OC: Pacific Coast Triathlon & Duathlon Crystal Cove

What festivities are planned for the September 17^th Pacific Coast Triathlon & Duathlon Crystal Cove?

Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with USA Triathlon Coach Russ Jones. He’s also a USA Triathlon Lifetime Achievement Award recipient He talks about the triathlon and duathlon that will start and finish at Crystal Cove State Beach. And how some of the proceeds will benefit The Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. https://octriseries.com/pacific-coast-triathlon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OC SPOTLIGHT: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Roar to Life

Other than BARBIE, what's hotter than HOT WHEELS? Well if you want to see these iconic toys similarly roar to life, check out this interview we did on our OC SPOTLIGHT SHOW about the HOT WHEELS MONSTER TRUCK GLOW PARTY invading the Toyota Arena in Ontario tomorrow and Sunday. With smokin' cool Hot Wheels come to life as Monster Trucks, tearing up the track (and looking like giant glow sticks!) What could be cooler?

Just check out https://lnkd.in/gKiqeb8z to learn more. And then join me this Saturday, August 26 and this Sunday, August 27 as the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks roar to life here in Ontario, CA (on the latest leg of their national tour).

Impact OC: Raising Funds for the Brain Injured

How will the nonprofit Ryan’s Reach raise funds to help those with traumatic brain injuries get services through the nonprofit High Hopes Brain Injury program? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Founding member of Ryan’s Reach Lindy Michaelis. Michaelis is music icon Pat Boone’s daughter and singer Debbie Boone’s sister. Ryan’s Reach was created after Michaelis’ son Ryan experienced traumatic brain injuries from an accident and relied upon the High Hopes Brain Injury program services. Also on the program is High Hopes Brain Injury Program Director Mark Desmond. They talk about the Dove Dash fundraising event Saturday, September 23^rd in Trabuco Canyon. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. https://www.ryansreach.com   www.highhopes.ws

 

 

 

Impact OC: Second Chance Orange County

How does Second Chance Orange County help low-income individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction or experiencing homelessness adjust back into society? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Second Chance Orange County CEO Deb Johnson.  She’s a former Tustin City Council member serving between 2008 and 2012. She talks about how she started the organization after becoming aware of the devastating effect that drug addiction and homelessness were having on the Orange County community. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.secondchanceoc.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Impact OC: “Arts For All”

How does the Dana Point nonprofit “Arts For All” create positive change in our community by empowering disadvantaged youth with access to professional music instruction? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with “Arts For All” CEO and Founder Bryce Hansen. He’s also the Manager of Danman’s Music School. Hear how music impacts the lives of those served by the organization.

Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.artsforallnonprofit.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Impact OC: Supporting People with Disabilities.

How does a national nonprofit, Ablelight, support people with disabilities? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Ablelight Orange County Regional Director Tony Duarte. He talks about how Ablelight paves the way for people with developmental disabilities to achieve a life they never thought possible by developing personal pathways, advancing independence, and providing enriched living services. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.ablelight.org

 

 

Meet Legendary Restauranteur (and Raconteur) Frank Garcia

Meet Restaurant Legend Frank Garcia, Owner of legendary La Casa Garcia Restaurant in Anaheim. And hear about the many celebrities he's served thru his 40 years in the business (including iconic people like John Wayne and Frank Sinatra).  And the many other chains he's helped influence, shape and start here in Southern California. 

Bringing him many awards like the 1996 US President Hero Award and the OCHCC Annual Estrella Award for his long standing service to the community and his many charitable activities thru the years like his annual WE GIVE THANKS Thanksgiving Charity Event where over 10,000 people have received free holiday meals here at the Honda Center.

The Caring Culture of Dignity Memorial

Meet the folks at DIGNITY MEMORIAL CARE including Rodrigo "Rod" Gomez (their Marketing Managing Director) and Eloisa Walker (their Market Sales Manager for Orange County).  And hear about their "caring culture" and the many "end of life" services they offer from internments and cremations to life celebrations and other planning services. 

Meet the Anaheim YMCA

Meet Brent Finlay, President and CEO of the Anaheim Family YMCA.  And learn about the many programs and services they offer OUR COMMUNITY thru their new and improved programs for recreation and education on everything from youth swim classes and sports programs to eSports and STEM. To performing and visual arts, day and resident camps and adaptive programs for special needs teens and adults. Plus plenty of recreation choices for everyone from pre-school to senior citizens. 

For even though the Y has a hundred year connection to OUR COMMUNITY, "this isn't your father's YMCA any more!"