The 707

Michelle Marques & the KRCB News Team
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The 707 is an all-new half-hour weekly radio show and podcast airing Fridays at 6:00 PM on KRCB 104.9 FM. Hosted by Michelle Marques with contributions from the KRCB News Team, the show offers compelling interviews and stories from Sonoma County and beyond. Expect rich soundscapes, moving stories, and fresh perspectives on the North Bay community. The 707 is your new go-to for all things local, lively, and unmissable!

  1. 5D AGO

    High Stakes at Hall of Flowers: A Snapshot of California’s Cannabis Industry

    Organizers, farmers, and media experts take a sobering look at the state of the cannabis industry.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesAttendees gather at Hall of Flowers in Santa Rosa in September 2025.   The vibe at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds is electric—music is pumping, smoke is in the air, and business is being done. But beneath the swag and the spectacle of the Hall of Flowers expo, the California cannabis industry is fighting for its survival.   In this episode, host Michelle Marques goes beyond the booth displays to get a pulse on the real state of the market. Rama Mayo, Hall of Flowers organizer, talks about the evolution of the event. Hear the ground-level struggles of a small craft farmer and get the high-level strategy from the CEO of a heritage Sonoma County brand. Two veteran cannabis media professionals explain the layers of the industry's most pressing crises, from the crushing weight of taxation and regulatory overreach to the looming confusion of federal rescheduling. This episode also addresses the elephant in the room: how the unchecked growth of the hemp-derived THC industry and the persistence of the non-legal market are reshaping the playing field for everyone.   Resources in this episode: https://www.hallofflowers.com/   Guests in this episode: Rama Mayo, co-founder of Hall of FlowersTamara Kislak, owner of That Good Good FarmMichael Harden, CEO of Sonoma Hills FarmBill and Jeff Levers, Beard Bros Pharms   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  2. JAN 10

    Building Financial Stability: Free Tax Prep with United Way of the Wine Country

    Learn how United Way is helping families maximize refunds and build paths to financial stability.   photo credit: courtesy of United Way of the Wine CountrySuzanne Harris, Community Impact Director   Did you know that households earning under $79,000 can file their taxes for free in Wine Country? Join Michelle Marques as she talks with Suzanne Harris, Community Impact Director at United Way of the Wine Country about the Earn It, Keep It, Save It program. They discuss how 300 dedicated volunteers are helping neighbors keep more of their hard-earned money this season. Suzanne also shares how the program goes deeper than just tax forms—offering a path out of poverty through financial literacy, banking access, and education. Plus, tune in to hear about 211, the essential number to dial in Sonoma County for help with housing, food, health and other services. Don't pay to file—listen now to learn how to keep it and save it!   Resources in this episode: https://www.unitedwaywinecountry.org/eks-free-tax-help   Guests in this episode: Suzanne Harris, Community Impact Director, United Way of the Wine Country   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  3. 12/19/2025

    Creating A Photojournalist: Talking with Writer and Director, Erik Castro

    Erik Castro spent years documenting others. Then he found his most important story in his mother’s old film clips.   photo credit: courtesy of Erik CastroCreating A Photojournalist is written and directed by Erik Castro, pictured here.   From the home movies of 1970s Los Angeles to the front lines of modern photojournalism, Erik Castro’s life has always been framed by a lens. In this episode, host Michelle Marques sits down with the Sonoma County-based photographer to discuss his award-winning documentary, Creating A Photojournalist. They explore Castro's unique "double life" as a stay-at-home father and a freelance storyteller, diving deep into how his personal history shapes his professional eye. It is a moving conversation about the evolution of a career, the weight of memory, and the nature of truth.   Resources in this episode:  https://www.instagram.com/_erik.castro_/   Guests in this episode:Erik Castro, Writer and Director of Creating A Photojournalist Additional editing of this episode by Noah Abrams   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  4. 12/06/2025

    True West Film Center: Arts Education and Reviving Cinema in Healdsburg with Kathryn Philip

    The road to bringing a movie theater back to Healdsburg started over a decade ago.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesKathryn Philip at True West Film Center in Healdsburg, California.   Cinema returns to Northern Sonoma County! In this episode, we draw back the curtain with Kathryn Philip, the visionary Executive Director of True West Film Center in Healdsburg, California. She chats with host Michelle Marques about the new center, which celebrated with a grand opening on October 24, 2025. Hear the journey of the center, from its roots as the Alexander Valley Film Society to its current mission as a non-profit powerhouse, where the magic of the movies fuels groundbreaking educational programs. Philip shines a spotlight on their K-12 media literacy curriculum, and exciting summer camps, all designed to ignite critical thinking skills. Plus, learn about the inspiring James Redford Campus, a collaboration with the Redford Center, dedicated to documentary films tackling climate challenges. This is more than just a movie theater – it's a movement!   Guests in this episode: Kathryn Philip, Executive Director of True West Film Center   Resources in this episode: https://truewestfilmcenter.org/   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  5. 11/29/2025

    From Cartoon Academy to the Schulz Museum: An Interview with Artist Joe Wos

    The world around us makes more sense when you draw it. Cartoonist Joe Wos shares how Snoopy inspired his life as an artist and storyteller.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesCartoonist Joe Wos teaches people how to draw at the Charles M. Schulz Museum   The world of lines and laughter collide with guest Joe Wos, the acclaimed cartoonist and Emmy-winning host of PBS's Cartoon Academy. Recording live from the Charles M. Schulz Museum in Santa Rosa, Wos sits down with host Michelle Marques to discuss his decades-long career and his deep connection to the Museum, where he has taught since it opened in 2002. Wos shares his unique philosophy on drawing—not just as art, but as an essential life skill.   Guest in this episode: Joe Wos, Cartoonist and Emmy Award winning host of Cartoon Academy on WQED/PBS   Resources in this episode: https://www.pbs.org/show/cartoon-academy/https://schulzmuseum.org/   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  6. 11/22/2025

    A Santa-Sized Operation: Inside the Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership’s Holiday HQ

    Learn about the elves, the generosity, and the powerful feeling of unwrapping hope in Sonoma County.   photo credit: Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit LeadershipVolunteer Elves prepare Heart Wishes for the annual Secret Santa program   It’s like a line from a holiday tale for children – Santa’s sack magically expands to hold thousands of gifts each year! That’s exactly what happens at the Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership during their annual Secret Santa program. Host Michelle Marques talks with Lauren Oblad, Event Coordinator at CVNL, about the logistics and love it takes to fulfill 13,000 gift requests each holiday season. Learn about the elves, the toys, the generosity of the public, and the often simple wishes for basic comforts that come in each year.   Guests in this episode: Lauren Oblad, Event Coordinator, Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit LeadershipGaby Bermudez, Volunteer Services Manager, Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership   Resources in this episode:https://secretsantanow.org/https://cvnl.org/   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  7. 11/15/2025

    Addressing the Hunger Crisis: United Way of the Wine Country

    Federal cuts have led to a local crisis and in this episode, we discuss the surge in food insecurity and the essential resources available through 211.   photo credit: Kelly OlsenLisa G. Carreño, President and CEO of United Way of the Wine Country talks with Michelle Marques.   Food insecurity has leapt to the forefront for communities in Northern California and across the nation, due to a perfect storm of factors including the recent federal government shutdown and Congress voting to slash food assistance benefits and health care coverage to millions of Americans. United Way of the Wine Country operates 211 – a resource hub to help people find their next meal, as well as an array of other support services. In this episode, host Michelle Marques talks with Lisa Carreño, President and CEO of United Way of the Wine Country about efforts to meet the need.   To access resources, call 211 on your phone, or text 211211 on your cellphone. You can also text the word FOOD or COMIDA to the number 707-353-3882 for local food assistance.   Guests in this episode: Lisa G. Carreño, President and CEO of United Way of the Wine Country   Resources in this episode: https://www.unitedwaywinecountry.org/   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  8. 11/08/2025

    SofA, So Good: Inside Santa Rosa's WinterBlast Lighted Sofa Parade

    Logistics to luminescence, hear from the people powering Santa Rosa's quirkiest tradition, the WinterBlast Parade and Sofa Festival.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesThe Mrs. Roper Sofa in the WinterBlast Parade and Sofa Festival   The WinterBlast Parade and Sofa Festival isn't your average holiday event—it's a vibrant, quirky, and essential part of the Santa Rosa art scene! In this episode, host Michelle Marques takes you behind the scenes of this incredible art festival, featuring live music, local vendors, and the one-of-a-kind Lighted Sofa Parade, presented by Santa Rosa Urban Arts Partnership. We talk with four key players: the organizer who pulls it all together; a dedicated participant who has seen the event grow; lantern makers crafting the magic; and the vendor coordinator ensuring a variety of inspiring art to take home. Discover what it takes to power this brilliant, community-fueled welcome to the winter season.   Guests in this episode: Spring Maxfield, Director of Santa Rosa Urban Arts PartnershipAsh Hay, Art Activities Coordinator for WinterBlastGloria Rubio, Vendor Coordinator for WinterBlastJim Macken, long-time Sofa Parade participant   Resources in this episode: https://winterblastsantarosa.com/ https://srurbanarts.org/ Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

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The 707 is an all-new half-hour weekly radio show and podcast airing Fridays at 6:00 PM on KRCB 104.9 FM. Hosted by Michelle Marques with contributions from the KRCB News Team, the show offers compelling interviews and stories from Sonoma County and beyond. Expect rich soundscapes, moving stories, and fresh perspectives on the North Bay community. The 707 is your new go-to for all things local, lively, and unmissable!

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  • Creator
    Michelle Marques & the KRCB News Team
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The 707

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