Season 2
April 3, 2024
S2E20 - ValleyDreamCar Founder, Andrew "Valley" Cabrera (from Modesto)!
Today's podcast is an interview with local content creator & founder of ValleyDreamCar, host of car shows throughout the 209, Andrew "Valley" Cabrera! He talks about growing up in Modesto, where his passion for cars came fro…
March 20, 2024
S2E19 - Scoop Love Creamery Founder, Isaiah Stewart (from Merced)!
This week's podcast is an interview with founder of Scoop Love Creamery, Isaiah Stewart! He talks about growing up in Merced, how he learned more about making ice cream, how he started the business, future business plans, an…
March 9, 2024
S2E18 - Little Oven Pizza Owner, Adrian Gonzalez (from Merced)!
On today's episode, I interview Adrian Gonzalez, owner of Little Oven Pizza (New York Style Pizza in the 209!) in Merced! He talks about growing up in Merced, how he went from working at the pizzeria to becoming owner, one o…
Feb. 29, 2024
S2E17 - Candidate for Mayor & Educator, Christina Fugazi (from Lodi/Stockton)!
I interviewed former councilwoman, educator, and currently running for mayor of Stockton, Christina Fugazi. She talks about her family, growing up in Lodi, her education work experience, and more!
Feb. 13, 2024
S2E14 - Vintner/Farmer, Kirsten Locke (from Murphys)!
On Episode 48, I interview Kirsten Locke, Vintner/Farmer and Director of Operations at Locke Vineyards! She talks about Murphys, CA, how her family winery business got started, the varieties of wine they have, and more!
Feb. 10, 2024
S2E13 - Podcast Host & Certified Recovery Coach, Jason LaChance (from Atwater)!
On Episode 47 (S2E13) I interview the host of Knockin’ Doorz Down Podcast & a few others and Certified Recovery Coach, Jason LaChance! He talks about his years in radio, the podcasts he hosts, shares motivational messages, &…
Feb. 8, 2024
S2E12 - Terra Coffee Founder, Laura Garcia (from Stockton)!
Today I interviewed, Laura Garcia, who started Terra Coffee, a Stockton coffee shop that was voted San Joaquin's #1 coffee shop in 2022 & 2023! She talks about growing up in Stockton, how the business started, popular coffee…
Feb. 4, 2024
S2E11 - Hella Pie Pizza Co. Founder, Marcus Medina (from Tracy)!
On today's episode I interview Marcus Medina, founder of Hella Pie Pizza Co. He talks about how the business got started, business challenges, moving from a mobile business to having an establishment, popular pizzas, & more!
Jan. 31, 2024
S2E10 - HATCH Workshop Co-Founder, Elazar Abraham (from Stockton)!
On today's episode I interview the Co-Founder of HATCH Workshop in Stockton, Elazar Abraham! He talks about where his passion for the arts came from, how the opportunity to start HATCH Workshop happened, the services offered…
Jan. 27, 2024
S2E9 - Lemonbabe Owner, Isabella Morales (from Ceres)!
On the podcast today I interview Isabella Morales, founder of Lemonbabe, a lemonade business with 20+ lemonade flavors! She talks about how the business got started, some of the lemonade options, future business plans, & mor…
Jan. 19, 2024
S2E8 - Professional Pet Sitter, Sharon Dressler (from Modesto)!
It's the first episode of 2024 and I interview Professional Pet Sitter in Modesto and CEO of Sharebear Pet Care, Sharon Dressler! She talks about how the business started, the process of getting her certification, business g…
Dec. 26, 2023
S2E7 - Telemundo News Reporter, Alejandra Quezada (from Ripon)!
On Episode 41 (also S2E7), I interview Alejandra Quezada who has been living in the 209 for about 15 years and has worked for a variety of news stations. She currently works for Telemundo and covers the Sacramento, Stockton,…
Dec. 16, 2023
S2E6 - Restaurant Business Owner, Jerry Powell (from Hughson)!
In the 40th episode of The 209 Journey, I interview local restaurant business owner, (of a few restaurants/bars in Turlock, Hilmar, and now Ripon too) Jerry Powell! He shares his story of growing up in Hughson, the first bus…
Dec. 9, 2023
S2E5 - Mile Chasers Co-Founder & Certified Running Coach, Luis "Freddy" Leon (from Stockton)!
In Episode 39 I interview one of the co-founders of Mile Chasers, a free community run club, and Certified Running Coach, Luis "Freddy" Leon! He talks about how he got into running, the story of how Mile Chasers started, pro…
Dec. 2, 2023
S2E4 - Mocha Magic Cafe Owner, Maria Apodaca (from Modesto)!
On today's episode, I interviewed the owner of Mocha Magic Cafe & Bakery in Downtown Modesto, Maria Apodaca! She talks about her time with Old Tyme Pastries & what bakery & drink options Mocha Magic offers.
Nov. 25, 2023
S2E3 - One Hot Mama's Salsa Founder, Jessica Casas (from Modesto)!
Today I interview the founder of One Hot Mama's Salsa, Jessica Casas (also known as One Hot Mama in the community)! She talks about her story moving from the Bay Area to Modesto, how her business began, the different varieti…
Nov. 17, 2023
S2E2 - @ThingsToDoInPatterson Page Creator, Kandace (from Patterson)!
T2J Podcast is back with an interview featuring the page creator of one of Patterson's most popular Instagram page, Kandace! She talks all about the Apricot Capital of the World, Patterson, how the page got started, events h…
July 20, 2023
S2E1 - Your Neighborhood Vegan, Tiffany Tiwater! (from Turlock)!
In the Season 2 Premiere, I interview the expert on all things Vegan from the 209, Tiffany Tiwater! She's the creator of Your Neighborhood Vegan (https://yourneighborhoodvegan.com/) and is an Instagram influencer on all thin…