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These off-the-path interviews were recorded by KSVY, and they have no regular podcast home; now they can live here.

Episodes

  1. BottleRock Bound: Emily from Napa Valley Transit Talks The Vine & Festival Season

    May 21

    BottleRock Bound: Emily from Napa Valley Transit Talks The Vine & Festival Season

    For this episode of KSVY Oddcast, Ronny Joe Grooms sits down with Emily Charrier, Communications and Outreach Coordinator from the Napa Valley Transit Authority for a conversation that starts with BottleRock season and expands into the broader world of public transportation in Napa Valley and beyond. With thousands of people heading toward the Napa Expo during festival weekend, Emily shares insight into navigating the region using The Vine, transportation planning around major events, and the ways transit helps connect communities throughout Napa County. Emily also brings a unique perspective to the conversation — her office overlooks the Napa Expo grounds, giving her an unusual soundtrack this week as BottleRock preparations ramp up and sound checks drift across the valley. Then Emily joins Kate Bruno on It's All About You for a musical side trip, selecting favorite artists and tracks from this year's BottleRock lineup and sharing some of the sounds she's looking forward to hearing. Hear the extended conversation and music selections here: https://ksvy.org/its-all-about-you/ Part festival guide, part community conversation, and part soundtrack for the season, this episode explores what happens when transportation and music meet in Wine Country.

    14 min
  2. Cory Doctorow on The Lost Cause, AI, and the Future of the Internet | KSVY Sonoma

    Apr 16

    Cory Doctorow on The Lost Cause, AI, and the Future of the Internet | KSVY Sonoma

    In this wide-ranging conversation, Ronny Joe Grooms of KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM sits down with author, journalist, and digital rights activist Cory Doctorow to discuss his novel The Lost Cause and the real-world systems shaping its near-future vision. Originally recorded on December 7, 2023, this interview takes on new resonance today as many of the issues explored in The Lost Cause—political instability, technological disruption, and the restructuring of society after crisis—have moved from speculative fiction into lived experience. Doctorow connects the themes of the book to present-day realities, breaking down how copyright law has expanded far beyond its original purpose, why it often fails to protect creators in a monopolized system, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping labor, ownership, and creative work. The conversation also explores: how The Lost Cause imagines a world after a failed political turning pointthe concept of “enshittification” and the lifecycle of digital platformswhy lawsuits against AI companies may miss the real issuethe role of monopoly power in shaping both technology and culturehow open systems and collective action offer alternative paths forwardThis is both a literary conversation and a systems-level analysis—connecting fiction, policy, and lived reality in a rapidly changing world. Host: Ronny Joe Grooms (KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM)Guest: Cory Doctorow Recorded: December 7, 2023 The Lost Cause and its vision of the near futureCopyright law and its modern expansionFair use and legal accessCreative Commons and global collaborationAI training, lawsuits, and labor implicationsPlatform economics and “enshittification”Monopoly power and media systemsThe “failed revolution” concept in The Lost CauseWhy fair use often depends on legal resourcesAI and the misunderstanding of infringementPlatform decline and user exploitationCory Doctorow is a science fiction author, journalist, and activist focused on digital rights, copyright reform, and the political economy of technology. His work explores the intersection of technology, power, and society.

    1h 30m
  3. Understanding Our Audience: KSVY Listener Survey with Stephen Meacham

    Apr 16

    Understanding Our Audience: KSVY Listener Survey with Stephen Meacham

    Audience research consultant Stephen Meacham joins the KSVY Morning Show to discuss the KSVY listener survey and how data, insight, and community feedback help shape the future of independent radio. A look behind the scenes at how a station grows with its audience.Broadcast on KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM, listener-supported community radio in Sonoma Valley.📻 Listen live: https://ksvy.org

    25 min
  4. Bicycle Day SF: Psychedelic Culture & Community with Josh Pollack | KSVY

    Apr 16

    Bicycle Day SF: Psychedelic Culture & Community with Josh Pollack | KSVY

    Producer Josh Pollack joins the KSVY Morning Show to talk about Bicycle Day SF (April 18–19 at The Midway, San Francisco) — a two-day celebration of psychedelic culture, history, and music. From leading voices in a culture to immersive nighttime performances featuring Liquid Stranger, Infected Mushroom, and more.Broadcast on KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM, streaming worldwide.📻 Listen: https://ksvy.org🎟️ Tickets: https://www.tixr.com/groups/midwaysf/events/bicycle-day-sf-liquid-stranger-infected-mushroom-more-176709📲 @bicycledaysf @joshdointhangs @themidwaysf

    15 min
  5. Sick in the USA: Rethinking Health with Dr. Stephen Bezruchka | KSVY

    Apr 16

    Sick in the USA: Rethinking Health with Dr. Stephen Bezruchka | KSVY

    Dr. Stephen Bezruchka joins the KSVY Morning Show to discuss Born Sick in the USA and why Americans experience worse health outcomes than other wealthy nations. The conversation explores inequality, early life conditions, and the idea of treating the United States itself as the “patient.”Broadcast on KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM, listener-supported community radio.📻 Listen: https://ksvy.org🌐 Learn more: https://stephenbezruchka.com

    20 min
  6. Sound & Vibration: A Live Session with Réné Jenkins | KSVY Morning Show 04162026

    Apr 16

    Sound & Vibration: A Live Session with Réné Jenkins | KSVY Morning Show 04162026

    Réné Jenkins returns to the KSVY Morning Show with a live ceremonial sound session, bringing instruments, vibration, and presence into Studio A. A multi-instrumentalist and sound practitioner, Réné creates immersive experiences that invite deep listening and reflection.Broadcast on KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM, community radio serving Sonoma Valley and streaming worldwide.📻 Listen live: https://ksvy.org🌐 Learn more: https://www.vibetherapy.org

    15 min
  7. Sally Kohn with Ronny Joe Grooms: Connection, Conflict & Staying Human in Divided Times

    Apr 10

    Sally Kohn with Ronny Joe Grooms: Connection, Conflict & Staying Human in Divided Times

    In this extended KSVY Morning Show conversation, Ronny Joe Grooms sits down with Sally Kohn—writer, political commentator, public speaking coach, and former progressive voice on Fox News—for a timely discussion about division, dialogue, and the challenge of staying human in polarized times. Known for stepping directly into ideological firestorms and engaging across sharp political divides, Sally reflects on what she has learned from years of debate, disagreement, and difficult conversations. Together, Ronny and Sally explore the tensions between righteous anger and empathy, power imbalances in public discourse, media polarization, and what it really means to seek connection without demanding agreement. This conversation comes ahead of Sally Kohn’s Wake Up Sonoma fireside chat on April 24 at the Sebastiani Theatre, moderated by Martin Gobbee. More event information: wakeupsonoma.orgTickets and venue details: sebastianitheatre.org KSVY Sonoma 91.3 FM — Voices of the Valley91.3 FM Sonoma Valley | Streaming worldwide at ksvy.org

    33 min

  8. 11/26/2025

    KSVY Sonoma- George Webber Interviews Sonoma Arts Live Cast Members about their 2025 production of Scrooge.

    KSVY Sonoma- George Webber Interviews Sonoma Arts Live Cast Members about their 2025 production of Scrooge. This charming stage musical, Scrooge! The Musical, adapted from the movie, is a perfect way to celebrate the holidays with people of all ages. Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey from curmudgeon to kind soul is brought to life in music, with a cast ranging in ages from 7 to 70s. The familiar story is all there, with Ghosts of Past, Present and Future guiding him in song on his journey of self-discovery. You’ve never seen this classic tale like this!

    17 min

  9. 08/15/2025

    Sonoma Chamber Chat and Lillian Sanchez Non Profit bookkeeping.

    Mark Bodenhamer's guest is Lillian Sanchez, owner of LJS Bookkeeping and a certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor. With over 20 years of small business experience, Lillian helps local businesses and nonprofits with monthly bookkeeping, QuickBooks setup and cleanup, accounts payable/receivable, 1099s, sales tax filings, and financial clarity. She stresses that good bookkeeping isn’t just about tracking income and expenses—it’s about making informed decisions, preventing costly mistakes, and saving time (especially at tax season). Lillian works remotely with clients nationwide but specializes in health & wellness businesses and real estate professionals. She also teaches the Profit First approach—paying yourself first to ensure sustainability. You can reach her at ljsbookkeeping.com or 707-247-8006.

    17 min

  10. 08/15/2025

    Mark from the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce guests are Evan and Luca from The Lodge at Sonoma and Wit & Wisdom.

    The Lodge, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, offers spa services, multiple dining options, local wine tastings, and community events like their Sunset Series. They aim to make the property as welcoming to locals as it is to hotel guests. Wit & Wisdom, a Michael Mina restaurant on the property, serves oysters, steaks, wood-fired dishes, signature cocktails, and favorites like the off-menu $27 burger. The big upcoming event is Sip & Shuck on Thursday, Aug 28, 5–7 PM — an oyster, caviar, wine, and sake tasting featuring raw and grilled oysters, the Caviar Company, and wines from San Giacomo, Patz & Hall, and Three Sticks. Chef Michael Mina will be there in person. Tickets are required in advance. Find more at thelodgesonoma.com and witandwisdomsonoma.com.

    13 min
  11. KSVY Oddcast - Julie Atwood at Sonoma Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair 2025

    04/24/2025

    KSVY Oddcast - Julie Atwood at Sonoma Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair 2025

    KSVY Oddcast - Julie Atwood at Sonoma Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair 2025. First Responders in every service, emergency managers, veterinarians, rural residents, and numerous NGOs are now working together better to foster collaboration in local emergencies and regional disasters.HALTER Project contributes more than 8,000 volunteer hours each year to local agencies and programs, and provides several dozen training scholarships to first responders yearly.Julie was recognized by Cal EMA for her volunteer disaster work, and was a speaker at the 2017 International Conference on Animals In Disasters.She has produced 4 yearly “Home & Ranch Readiness Symposium” events, televised nationally in a feature documentary.In 2016, The HALTER Project was invited to The White House as the recipient of two FEMA Individual & Community Preparedness Awards.The HALTER Project supports programs helping animals and communities prepare for, and recover from, disasters throughout the world.

    24 min
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These off-the-path interviews were recorded by KSVY, and they have no regular podcast home; now they can live here.

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  • Creator
    KSVY Radio
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © KSVY Radio
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    KSVY OddCasts