United Voice with Ken Robertson

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United Voice is Ken Robertson's audio platform for conversations about coastal Orange County, business, technology, and the forces reshaping our communities. It's also home to KXFM Field Notes, on-location stories that connect local life to bigger ideas. After more than 30 years as a commercial real estate broker, developer, and landlord, Ken brings an insider's local perspective, along with the voices of the stakeholders, visionaries, and business owners who shape this place. He's curious about how people, places, and ideas connect, and he makes complex subjects simple, honest, and easy to follow. Coastal Orange County is changing. United Voice explores the people, projects, and ideas shaping what comes next.

Episodes

  1. Oct 25

    The 39 Steps — Behind the Laughter at Laguna Playhouse

    What does it take to make comedy look effortless? Ken Robertson goes behind the scenes of The 39 Steps at Laguna Playhouse, joining director Hunter Foster and the cast for a conversation about comic timing, quick changes, and the trust that makes it all work. Rehearsal moments offer a taste of the inventiveness behind this four-actor comedy thriller. For Ken, a beginning acting class a couple of years ago changed the way he watches theater. This visit brings that curiosity backstage—and invites you to experience the finished show yourself. The 39 Steps runs through November 22, 2026. Performance times and tickets: https://lagunaplayhouse.com/events/the39steps/ KXFM Field Notes Local Stories, Bigger Connections

    The 39 Steps — Behind the Laughter at Laguna Playhouse

  2. Oct 13

    Rocky Horror with the Skivvies: Letting Loose, Finding Belonging

    A night out with friends. A trip back to younger days. A little permission to be yourself. Ken Robertson visits the Laguna Playhouse for the Rocky Horror Skivvies Show, featuring musical duo Nick Cearley and Lauren Molina alongside guest performers.  Through audience conversations, performer interviews, live music, and irreverent comedy, this episode of KXFM Field Notes explores what keeps Rocky Horror connecting generations: shared fun, the freedom to let loose, and a sense of belonging. Show details and full cast: https://lagunaplayhouse.com/events/rocky-horror-skivvies-show/ Local Stories, Bigger Connections.

    Rocky Horror with the Skivvies: Letting Loose, Finding Belonging

  3. Sep 30

    Data Centers Come to Town

    Data centers are expanding at an extraordinary pace, driven by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. But behind this technological revolution is an enormous physical infrastructure — electrical systems, transmission networks, and massive facilities being built in communities across the country. For this edition of KXFM Field Notes, correspondent Ken Robertson travels to Yotta, a major national data center industry conference in Las Vegas, to meet the people building the infrastructure behind the AI revolution. Through candid conversations with industry professionals, Ken explores the extraordinary pace of development, the challenges of energy demand, and an increasingly important question: How can this industry grow in ways that work for the communities hosting it? The story then moves to Spotsylvania County, Virginia, where planning commissioner and systems engineer Scott Phelps offers a perspective from the front lines of local development. His message isn't simply for or against data centers — it's about thoughtful planning, transparency, and understanding the consequences of decisions being made today. From the conference floor to the communities experiencing this transformation firsthand, this episode explores the intersection of technology, business, and the places we call home. KXFM Field Notes — Local Stories, Bigger Connections.

    Data Centers Come to Town

  4. Sep 26

    Inside Moonshots LIVE: Between Science and Home

    What does a room full of moonshot thinkers actually feel like? Ken Robertson goes inside Moonshots LIVE in downtown Los Angeles, gathering conversations with entrepreneurs, filmmakers, technologists and people imagining radically different futures. Part field recording and part personal reflection, this episode moves through the voices and atmosphere of the event—from artificial intelligence and autonomous systems to scientific discovery, filmmaking and the deeply human motivations behind ambitious ideas. Along the way, Ken considers what separates a moonshot from an ordinary idea—and discovers that his own role may be to enter unfamiliar rooms, metabolize complex ideas and bring the most meaningful ones home. Recorded on location at Moonshots LIVE in Los Angeles.

    Inside Moonshots LIVE: Between Science and Home

  5. Jan 17

    Episode 1 Remastered: My Call For A Unified Voice in Coastal Property Investing

    United Voice Podcast - Unpacking South OC Coastal Markets Join host Ken Robertson, a seasoned real estate professional with over 30 years of experience, as he delves into the trends and opportunities in coastal property investing in South Orange County. Each episode features insights from a diverse array of voices, including stakeholders, visionaries, and business owners. Set against the backdrop of stunning beaches and rich culture, this region is on the cusp of transformation. Together, we’ll navigate these exciting opportunities and elevate the conversation around property investment. In our inaugural episode, we lay the groundwork for future discussions, exploring the unique aspects of investing along the coast—examining the nuances, challenges, and opportunities in this world-class area we proudly call home.

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United Voice is Ken Robertson's audio platform for conversations about coastal Orange County, business, technology, and the forces reshaping our communities. It's also home to KXFM Field Notes, on-location stories that connect local life to bigger ideas. After more than 30 years as a commercial real estate broker, developer, and landlord, Ken brings an insider's local perspective, along with the voices of the stakeholders, visionaries, and business owners who shape this place. He's curious about how people, places, and ideas connect, and he makes complex subjects simple, honest, and easy to follow. Coastal Orange County is changing. United Voice explores the people, projects, and ideas shaping what comes next.

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