IMPACT OC

Making the Move from Corporate America to A Local Family Business

In the first episode of our new season of the Pedego Podcast, hear how Tom Kennedy went from 25 years of service as a Senior District Sales Manager for Dole Food Company to opening up his first family business with his wife Grace (a freelance writer and former Dole employee herself) in a suburb of Charlotte (ie-Lake Norman, North Carolina). Peddling a new type of produce (Pedego Electric bikes) that produces even more fun and joy for everyone in their family (including the kids). One of whom produced his own short, stop/action video about their new life together as eBike Entrepreneurs. As seen thru his 11 year old eyes.

Impact OC-Orangewood Foundation: helping former foster care system young adults thrive

What kind of services does the Orangewood Foundation provide to teens and young adults in Orange County, many of whom have spent time in the foster care system, are struggling with homelessness and/or are survivors of human trafficking? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Orangewood Foundation Chief Executive Officer Chris Simonsen. He talks about the various programs his organization provides to help these young adults thrive. 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.orangewoodfoundation.org

 

 

 

 

The Pedego Podcast and EBike Revolution: Year in Review

What a ride!  Since starting this podcast six months ago,  we've heard some amazing stories about the ongoing eBike Revolution from the entrepreneurs driving this movement to the "love stories" of all those riding along.

Join our producer Carly San Filippo as we look back at all people we've met along the way and the life changing stories they've shared with us about getting out and active again on an electric bike. From socialization and "group rides"(in this era of isolation and shutdowns and "go it alone") to weight loss and simply "feeling better".  To feeling like a kid again (as actor William Shatner said) and shouting "weee" when you jump on a bike and hit that throttle. It's all here.

Plus the steady stream of "second act career stories" we've heard as well. On how high powered achievers from airline pilots and bank executives to former pro golfers and bond traders have made the move from "Wall Street to Main Street" to open their own Pedego Electric bike stores (and why). 

As we look back at this last year's wild ride and all we have yet to discover.  Here on the Pedego Podcast. Brought to you by Pedego Electric Bikes and your friends here at OC TALK RADIO. Orange  County's only community conversation....

Impact OC-Supporting Orange County’s Credit Union give back efforts

How does Orange County’s Credit Union assist its members in giving back to the community? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Orange County’s Credit Union Chief Member Experience Officer Amber Cisneros. She oversees the credit union’s community give back efforts. She talks about the credit union’s philanthropic efforts to support the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. 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.orangecountyscu.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

Negotiating change

Sometimes the hardest person to convince is yourself.  Learn how professional negotiator Perry Hubert convinced himself it was time for a change as he entered semi-retirement.  And started riding his way to health and happiness, logging in nearly 30,000 miles in just 30 months on his new Pedego Electric Bike. And losing 90 pounds along the way.  Riding from his base in Colorado thru all sorts of weather including heat, heavy rain and some "polar bear rides" (as he called them).  All that and more on this week's PEDEGO PODCAST and our ongoing "ebike adventures". Here on OC TALK RADIO, Orange County's only community radio station.

Impact OC- Vital Link OC Inspires Students to Explore & Experience Career Pathways

How does Vital Link of Orange County inspire students to explore and experience career pathways? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Vital Link of Orange County President Brian Dozer. He explains how the college and career exploration nonprofit is able to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers. 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.vitallinkoc.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ride Along on ELECTRIC BIKE RADIO

This week we're happy to showcase another passionate Pedego owner.  An appeals attorney named Duane Daiker out of Tampa, Florida who found his ebike so appealing that he started his own podcast to chronicle his own journeys and experiences called ELECTRIC BIKE RADIO. 

Taking us thru his own evolution from regular bike rider to ebike enthusiast, as he found a way to get his wife back on the road after she suffered a serious heart attack at 50.  Giving her the confidence and capability to ride again. And opening up a whole new world of adventure (for both of them) like their recent trip through the National Parks of Utah. Going farther than they once thought possible. And telling the world all about it. On ELECTRIC BIKE RADIO and this week's PEDEGO PODCAST.

Impact OC-South Coast AQMD-Keeping Our Air Clean

How does the South Coast Air Quality Management District keep the air clean for more than 17 million people in large areas of Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, including the Coachella Valley? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with South Coast Air Quality Management District Executive Officer Wayne Nastri. He talks about the AQMD’s mission which is to clean the air and protect the health of all residents in the District. 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.aqmd.gov

 

The Amazing Journey of Starting an Electric Bike Company

Hear again OC Entrepreneur Don DiCostanzo's amazing journey to starting this fast growing, OC based Electric Bicycle company. And how he built a dedicated dealer network of nearly 200 Pedego dealers (many of whom are on "2nd act careers" after retiring from banking, aviation sales, Wall Street and even pro golf). On this week's special Thanksgiving rerun of the PEDEGO PODCAST.

Impact OC-Junior League of OC Promotes Voluntarism to Improve the Community

How does the Junior League of Orange County promote voluntarism and leadership skills to improve the community? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Junior League of Orange County Immediate Past President Sabrina Beg. She talks about how the non-profit organization has been training women for 65 years and tackling issues in Orange County. 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.jlocc.org