This is Stockton

This is Stockton

Welcome to This is Stockton, part of The Destination Marketing Podcast Network! Join hosts Wes Rhea and Amy Alpers of Visit Stockton as they share stories from the people and organizations that make Stockton, California unique, including interviews, pop culture moments, and updates on events and happenings.

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March 21, 2024 28 mins
If you’re looking for fun things to do with your kids in Stockton, today’s episode is for you! Join Wes and Amy as they talk about some of the best attractions for families in this area such as Pixie Woods, The Children’s Museum of Stockton and the Haggin Museum.

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Julienne “Puka” Pin is a local ceramics artist in Stockton and the owner of Puka Tutis Pottery. Puka joins Wes and Amy on today’s episode of This is Stockton to talk about the inspiration behind her handmade ceramics and the extensive process that goes into creating her wares. She also talks about the pottery classes that she offers and what people can expect from them.

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Founded in 1901, the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce advocates for local Stockton businesses and provides many services to its members. Chamber CEO Timm Quinn joins Wes and Amy on today’s episode to talk about the history of this organization as well as the wide variety of programs and events that the Chamber offers.

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February 1, 2024 33 mins
Recently, TripAdvisor compiled a list of the top 10 best things to do in Stockton. On today’s episode, Wes and Amy are going to run down this list and give you some information on each of these popular spots. Tune in and become an expert on some of Stockton’s most popular attractions!

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January 18, 2024 21 mins
Taking place from January 19th to the 28th, 2024, The 14th Annual Stockton Restaurant Week highlights the best restaurants across Stockton. Join Wes, Amy and Anthony as they give you a rundown of how Stockton Restaurant Week works and highlight some of the participating restaurants. Additionally, Anthony breaks down the #stocktonrestaurantweek gift card contest with info on how to participate and the prizes to be won.

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January 4, 2024 35 mins
Located in Lincoln Center in Stockton, Shine Yoga Studios offers not only yoga but also cycling and barre classes. Taylor Mancebo, the owner of Shine Yoga Studios, joins Wes and Amy to talk about her yoga journey and what it’s like owning a small business. Taylor also gives an in-depth rundown of all of her offerings as well as some tips for newcomers to her studio.

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The Stockton Emergency Food Bank plays a crucial role in supporting the citizens of San Joaquin County who face food insecurity. Leonard Hansen, the CEO of the Stockton Emergency Food Bank, joins Wes and Amy to discuss his work with the food bank and the organization's impact on the Stockton community. Tune in to discover more about volunteering and donating to the food bank, as well as the importance of supporting this vital ...
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December 7, 2023 29 mins
The holidays are right around the corner, and today's episode is all about holiday shopping in Stockton! Join Wes, Amy, and Anthony as they discuss their favorite local places to shop and emphasize the importance of supporting local businesses this holiday season. They also share insights into how they spend the holidays with their families and reveal how the team at Visit Stockton celebrates this festive time of year.
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November 16, 2023 25 mins
The Stockton Lantern Festival is an LED-light show taking place at the Stockton Ballpark throughout this winter. On today’s episode of This is Stockton, Jason Perry, the General Manager of ASM Global, joins the show to give some key information for attendees and a rundown on what to expect at the event.

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November 2, 2023 30 mins
A city’s lifeblood lies in its downtown. On today’s episode of This is Stockton, Michael Huber, executive director of The Downtown Stockton Alliance, joins Wes and Amy to talk about all the goings on in downtown Stockton. Tune in for a peek at the excitement downtown Stockton has to offer and learn the importance of a vibrant downtown to any city.

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October 19, 2023 27 mins
Jazmarie LaTour, the new poet laureate for the city of Stockton, joins Wes and Amy on today’s episode of This is Stockton to talk about her experiences growing up in Stockton, her inspirations and her new role as a poet laureate. She also discusses the different things she’s doing in the Stockton community and the importance of poetry citywide.

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October 5, 2023 37 mins
Today’s episode of This is Stockton is all about the local arts community. Wes, Amy and Anthony give a comprehensive overview of the ways you can experience the arts in Stockton. Listen in for information on the local arts communities, venues and events of all different kinds.

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September 21, 2023 43 mins
Established in 1926, The Stockton Symphony is the third oldest continuously operating professional orchestra in California. Peter Jaffe, the symphony’s music director and conductor, joins Wes and Amy to talk about his musical background and the storied history of The Stockton Symphony. Stay tuned until the end of Peter’s interview for a special symphonic treat as well as Anthony’s Pop Culture Moment about Stockton’s musical hi...
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September 7, 2023 38 mins
Jonathan Lopez, the program manager of The San Joaquin Pride Center, joins Wes and Amy on today’s episode to talk about the history of the Pride Center. Listen in to learn more about the different programs the Pride Center offers and its impact on not only the local LGBTQ+ community but the Stockton community as a whole. Be sure to stay tuned for Anthony’s Pop Culture Moment about some LGBTQ-friendly businesses in Stockton.
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Paula Sheil, the president and founder of both Tuleburg Press and The Write Place, joins Wes and Amy to talk about her two organizations and the Arts in the Stockton community. Listen in to learn more about the authors who’ve had their works published through Tuleburg Press and the different classes that are offered at The Write Place.

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Happy Anniversary to This is Stockton! On today’s episode, Wes, Amy, Anthony and Producer Adam reflect on some of their favorite episodes and how much fun they’ve had on This is Stockton over the past year and ideas for the future of the podcast.

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July 20, 2023 56 mins
Established in 2022, The Stockton Cargo is a women’s soccer team that plays in the USL W League. Lee Neves, the owner of the Cargo, joins Wes and Amy to talk about his history in Stockton and his day job as a political consultant. Lee also tells the inspiring story of how he founded the Cargo and his favorite moments from this past season.

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July 6, 2023 53 mins
Huddle is a coworking space in Downtown Stockton that provides a place for startups and other small businesses to work. Matty Amen, the owner of Huddle, joins the show for an in-depth conversation on his background and some of the features that Huddle offers to its members. Matty also talks about his work with the LGBTQ+ community and how he helps people fall in love with the city of Stockton.

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June 15, 2023 46 mins
Orlando Molina, AKA MC Zeps, is the artist behind Rhymosaurs, hip hop-themed kids’ books starring various dinosaurs. Today, MC Zeps joins the show to talk about how he started his rap dream in Brooklyn and how that led to him creating children's books in Stockton. Stay tuned until the end of the interview to hear MC Zeps drop a freestyle about the This is Stockton crew.

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June 1, 2023 32 mins
Gianna Vicari, the owner of Trail Coffee Roasters, joins Wes and Amy on today’s episode to talk about the history of her coffee shop and the many hats she wears running it. Gianna also talks about the farm in Nicaragua where she sources her coffee beans, where the name “Trail Coffee” comes from and the Trail After Dark events that are held in the shop.

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