S1 | E27:  Today, we met Charley Conner, a San Marin High School student on School-to-Career Day.  She was shadowing with our friend, colleague and silent podcast partner, Rob Devincenzi, Publisher of the Marin IJ.  They came downstairs in the office building we share to see our podcasting studio in action.  It was an opportunity we couldn't pass up, since we've wanted to interview Rob, who prefers to stay out of the spotlight, all season long.  But, the newspaper man stayed true to his craft and he turned the tables around on us.  It seems that he got us to do mo ..read more

S1 | E8:  Today, Kalina and I want you to meet Tanya Rodriguez, who cut and pasted her way to fulfilling a dream.  She owns Tanya and Victor Photography together with her husband, where they are role models for prospective wedding clients.  Not only have they been married for nine years, between them they represent almost 250 years of marriage in their families.  Tanya draws from her lineage in other ways too.  Her parents immigrated to the United States before she was born.  Her Dad's career path helped her launch into photography, and her Mom's life experience i ..read more

S1 | E6:  Today, we sit down with Karen Carrera.  She co-owns Workplace Solutions, where she trains and investigates discrimination in the workplace.  Karen moved to the United States from Peru as a child and experienced her single Mom's struggles to find a job and support their family.  This makes Karen a sought after lawyer who can counsel employers and employees in two languages.  Join us for some continuing education as we learn how Marin works.  Guest:  Karen Carrera, VC Workplace Solutions www.vcworkplacesolutions.com For more information on today’s epi ..read more

S1 | E4:  Today, Kalina and I sit down with Terri Abelar.  She appealed her way into a job in a hospital at age 11 and has since made a career out of senior care management.  Terri's experience growing up in a large, Hispanic family contributes to how she runs Aging Solutions.  The staff interacts like a family as they offer guidance to other families in transition.  Join us for some advice on planning for tomorrow as we learn how Marin works. Guest:  Terri Abelar, Aging Solutions www.agingsolutions.com For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagra ..read more

S1 | E2:  Today we are on location with Frantz Felix. He owns Caribbean Spices restaurant in San Rafael.  Thanks to some fortunate advice from a stranger, he left a 16 year career managing a pet store to open a food truck which ultimately led to his dream of starting his own restaurant.  Join us for a tour of the back of the house at Caribbean Spices and get a taste of how Marin works. Guest:  Frantz Felix, proprietor of Caribbean Spices www.caribbeanspicessanrafael.com For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast ..read more

We Are One Marin Podcast | The Marin Council of Chambers.   This is storytelling at the local level, told one diverse voice at a time. Meet the merchants of our County as host Stephanie Plante listens to how Marin works. Welcome to our inaugural series sponsored in part by the Marin Community Foundation. Special thanks to the Marin IJ ..read more

S1 | E26:  In our final episode of Season 1, we continue inviting you, the listener, deeper into our process.  Today, you will hear our conversation with Ogi Teker, 4th generation owner of Istanbul Rug - and you'll hear it from start to finish, literally, as we hit the record button right when Ogi arrives.  Ogi and his father Esref opened their San Rafael store in 2019 right on 4th Street.  Now, one of three locations in the Bay Area since Ogi's dad moved the family from Turkey, when his son was only 10.  Join Kalina and I as we pull back the rug on how Marin works - t ..read more

S1 | E25:  You just heard strong words from KPIX-TV sports broadcaster, Vern Glenn, from a recent story he did about the Play Marin program and its creator, Paul Austin.  We talked to Paul a few episodes ago about the success he has had teaching life lessons to kids of all colors through sports.  Back to Vern, you may know him from his current 11 year run at KPIX or previously as "Mr. Involvement", during his 22 years at KRON.  Vern started his career at a TV station near his hometown of Richmond, Virginia.  After 38 years in broadcasting, most of them while living in ..read more

S1 | E24:  Welcome to our last drop of Season 1! Today, Kalina and I turned on the mics a little early, so you can join us in the room where it happens with Anil and Nidhi Dhir.  We are keeping it in the family today, father-and-daughter owners of Jolly King Liquors in Mill Valley.   Guests:  Anil and Nidhi Dhir, Jolly King Liquors www.yelp.com/biz/jolly-king-liquors-mill-valley For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast ..read more

S1 | E23:  MCYC is the Marin County Youth Commission, founded in 1969 to act as a political voice for young people.  Today we sit down with the Commission's coordinator, Samantha Ramirez, who has dedicated her career so far to the San Rafael schools, where she was once a student.  This year, she was recognized for her efforts with a special honor.  Stay tuned as Kalina and I get schooled on how Marin works.   Guests:  Samantha Ramirez, San Rafael's Citizen of the Year www.yli.org/program/marin-county-youth-commission For more information on today’s episode fo ..read more