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The Talk Show of the 209 - The 209 Journey Podcast

The Talk Show of the 209 - The 209 Journey Podcast

The 209 Journey Podcast features stories of careers and businesses from those born or moved to California's 209 area code.

Recent Episodes

Feb. 12, 2025

S4E5 - Bookish Modesto Co-Owner, Will DeBoard (from Hughson)!

Will DeBoard, co-owner of Bookish in Modesto, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Hughson to launching a bookstore in Roseburg Square. Host Luis Urbano returns for a conversation filled with stories of soccer, jo…
Feb. 5, 2025

S4E4 - Defiant Baking Company Owner, Joseph Magnelli (from Lodi)!

Brittney Nunes interviews Joseph Magnelli, founder of Defiant Baking Company, about his journey to Lodi, CA, and his passion for baking. From baking bread to pizzas, Joseph shares the story about his business and vision for …
Jan. 28, 2025

S4E3 - Honest Acre Farm Owner/Regenerative Farmer, Matt Jones (from Linden)!

Join Brittney Nunes for her first episode on *The 209 Journey Podcast* as she interviews Matt Jones, the first-generation farmer behind Honest Acre Farm. Matt shares his journey into farming, insights on vertical and regener…
Jan. 20, 2025

S4E2 - Cafecito Mio Owner, Mariana Bejar (from Keyes)!

Join us as we chat with Mariana Bejar, owner of Cafecito Mio, a mobile coffee business celebrating its first anniversary. From her entrepreneurial roots to plans for the future, Mariana shares how passion and community have …
Jan. 16, 2025

S4E1 - Podcaster/Marketer, Luis Urbano (from Modesto)!

In the season premiere of The 209 Journey, Luis' sister, Aster, interviews him about his podcasting journey and career highlights. Luis shares why he started this podcast, the podcast's goals, podcast favorite moments, and t…
Oct. 16, 2024

S3E21 - Corazon Desserts Owner, Veronica Gover (from Merced)!

In this episode, Veronica Gover of Corazon Desserts shares her inspiring journey from Leon, Guanajuato to the 209, and how she discovered her passion for creating custom cookies. She takes us behind the scenes of her unique …