All Redding Podcast

Joey Gartin
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Joey Gartin highlights the people that make Redding, California a great place to live and work. Showcasing the business, faith & community leaders and hearing their stories about the place we all call home.

  1. 11H AGO

    David vs. Goliath: Redding Christian's Undefeated State Championship Run | Gerald Piper Interview

    Undefeated Season to State Champions: Joey Gartin x Gerald Piper (Redding Christian) Redding is full of incredible leaders doing big things — and this episode is a perfect example. Joey Gartin sits down with Gerald Piper, Athletic Director and Head Varsity Football Coach at Redding Christian School, to talk about an unforgettable season: an undefeated run that ended with a 16–0 state championship win in Southern California. They break down what it really takes to build a winning program at a small school, how the team prepared for the "David vs. Goliath" matchup, and why culture, character, and leadership matter just as much as the scoreboard. You'll also hear about Redding Christian's unique mentorship atmosphere, their upcoming campus move, and ways the community can get involved through tours and tuition scholarship support. 📌 Learn more about Redding Christian School: reddingchristian.com 👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, please like, subscribe, and share — it helps us spotlight more of the people making Redding a great place to live. Chapters 00:00 — Why Redding is special + the purpose of the show 02:02 — Undefeated season and winning the state championship 03:49 — David vs. Goliath: Small school vs. powerhouse opponent 05:14 — Program history: From 8-man football to state champions 07:06 — Film study and realizing they could win it all 08:25 — Multi-sport athletes and the team's unique talent 10:36 — Joey's family experience and discovering Redding Christian 14:49 — School culture, values, and focus on character 18:20 — Mentorship culture and positive peer influence 25:15 — Growing up together: Brotherhood and team chemistry 31:14 — Preparing students for life beyond sports 38:22 — Pressure after winning and lessons in competition 47:00 — Community support, scholarships, and the school's future About the Host Joey Gartin www.facebook.com/webdrvn  Founder of WebDrvn and host of All Redding, Joey Gartin is a passionate entrepreneur and community advocate dedicated to highlighting the people, businesses, and leaders shaping Northern California. Through authentic conversations and storytelling, Joey brings visibility to the voices and stories that make Redding a truly special place to live and work. About the Guest Gerald Piper reddingchristian.com Gerald Piper is the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Redding Christian, where he has served for 18 years. He founded the school's football program in 2011 and has since led the team to eight Section Championship appearances, securing four Section titles and one State Championship. His leadership has helped build a culture of excellence, discipline, and character both on and off the field. AllRedding.com is your local source for stories, businesses, and events that make you proud to live in Redding, California. 🌐 www.allredding.com #AllRedding #ReddingCA #RealEstate #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSystems

    52 min

  2. FEB 6

    From Marine Corps Discipline to Real Estate Success: Josh Barker's Playbook

    In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Joey Gartin sits down with Redding real estate leader Josh Barker to unpack what it really takes to build a durable business, strong systems, and a meaningful life — in real estate and beyond. From discipline, entrepreneurship, and business operating systems to California regulation, housing affordability, and education, Josh shares hard-earned lessons from decades of leadership inside and outside of real estate. If you care about building something that lasts, cutting through hype, and treating your work like a real business, this is a must-watch. Topics We Talk About 🏢 Why "business is business" — no matter the industry 🧭 Discipline, integrity, and holding the line on standards ⚙️ Building systems that scale (EOS, Traction, E-Myth, Rockefeller Habits) 🔁 Momentum vs. motivation — and why habits shape identity 🎓 Education, student debt, and marketplace value 🏗️ California regulation, housing affordability, and real-world impacts 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family, community, and why Redding still matters Chapters 0:00 Intro + "roles reversed" with Josh Barker 0:47 Real estate updates & the interest rate "cloud" 1:16 Why Josh is the "quiet example" other agents ask about 3:32 Marines, family influence & early business exposure 5:40 Why entrepreneurship matters (and why the U.S. is different) 7:57 Capitalism vs socialism + where the U.S. is heading 9:03 Why young people feel the system is rigged 11:35 Goal-setting and identity-based growth 14:54 The 2 types of knowledge: value vs trivia 16:14 Student debt and degrees the market doesn't reward 18:50 Choosing careers by lifestyle (the zoom-out exercise) 20:55 College responsibility beyond job placement 23:04 The absence of wise counsel 26:35 Housing overregulation in California 30:03 Policy over parties 36:03 Treating real estate like a real business 41:43 EOS, E-Myth, Rockefeller Habits & operating systems 46:07 Value vs perceived value in marketing & coaching 50:24 Sales momentum, habits, and identity 54:33 Family, adoption, sabbatical & why Redding wins 1:16:12 Community, leadership & final reflections 👍 Like, subscribe, and comment: What system, habit, or mindset has made the biggest difference in your work or life? About the Host — Joey Gartin https://www.facebook.com/webdrvn Founder of WebDrvn and host of All Redding, Joey blends entrepreneurship, community, and storytelling to spotlight the people shaping life in Northern California. About the Guest — Josh Barker https://www.facebook.com/joshbarkerrealestate A Redding-based real estate leader helping buyers and sellers across the North State with clarity, discipline, and long-term strategy. AllRedding.com is your local source for stories, businesses, and events that make you proud to live in Redding, California. 🌐 https://www.allredding.com #AllRedding #ReddingCA #RealEstate #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSystems

    1h 17m

  3. JAN 30

    Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick on Rural Voices, Wildfire, Housing & the North State

    In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick shares what it's really like representing one of California's largest and most rural districts. From wildfire recovery and forest management to housing affordability, rural healthcare, wolves, and the growing urban–rural divide, Heather offers an inside look at how decisions made in Sacramento affect real families and communities across the North State. She also opens up about balancing public service with family life, navigating party divisions at the Capitol, and why relationships — not headlines — are what actually get bills passed. If you care about rural representation, California policy, or understanding how government really works behind the scenes, this conversation is a must-watch. Watch this episode now: https://www.allredding.com/blog/episodes/assemblywoman-heather-hadwick-on-rural-voices-wildfire-housing-and-the-north-state Topics We Talk About: 🌲 What it really means to represent rural California 🏛️ How the urban–rural divide shows up inside the Capitol 🔥 Wildfire, forest management, and why policy feels different when you live it 🚗 Covering 11 counties — and the realities of serving a massive district 🤝 Why relationships matter more than headlines in getting things done 🐺 Wolves, ranching, and making rural challenges real for urban lawmakers 🏠 Housing affordability, modular homes, and what could actually work in the North State 👩‍👦 Balancing public service, family, and life on the road 🧭 Choosing progress over political theater 🌱 Why loving where you live is the foundation of real leadership Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to All Redding 0:24 Meeting Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick 0:56 From First Public Speech to Public Service 1:21 The First Year in Office and Family Life 2:14 Leadership Lessons from Previous Careers 2:55 Navigating Partisan Division in Sacramento 4:30 Representing Rural California in a Large District 5:38 Travel Demands of District 1 Representation 5:56 Staffing and Office Coverage Challenges 6:56 Bringing Colleagues to the North State 7:23 Forestry Tours and Wildfire Education 8:18 Seeing Northern California Through New Eyes 9:21 Building Relationships Beyond the Capitol 10:03 How Hands-On Experience Changes Policy 12:14 Learning from Other Districts and Industries 12:56 National Perspective: Lessons from New York 15:45 Relationship-Building in Effective Governance 18:33 Wildlife, Fire Insurance, and Rural Advocacy 22:03 Redding's Role as a Regional Hub About the Host — Leah Roadrunner https://www.facebook.com/leah.vieiraroadrunner Loan officer, 20+ years in Redding, Catalyst Mentoring volunteer, Leadership Redding Steering Committee; passionate about serving neighbors and elevating community voices. About the Guest — Heather Hadwick https://www.facebook.com/asmhadwick.ca Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick represents California's 1st Assembly District and brings a deep, firsthand understanding of rural life to the Capitol. Raised in Dorris and now running her family farm in Modoc County with her husband, two sons and bonus daughter, Shayla, Heather has worked as an elementary and high school teacher, a small business owner, and served as Modoc County's Deputy OES Director—coordinating wildfire evacuations, disaster response, and public information during major North State emergencies. AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #allredding www.allredding.com All Redding Explore Your City. Live Local. www.allredding.com

    1h 17m

  4. JAN 23

    From Crisis to Hope: How North State Care Clinic Serves Redding Families

    In this episode of the All Redding Podcast, we sit down with Kirsten Lapp, Executive Director of North State Care Clinic, to share the powerful story behind one of Redding's most impactful community organizations. For more than 41 years, North State Care Clinic has served men and women facing unexpected and crisis pregnancies, offering free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, advocacy, parenting education, and long-term support — all funded by the local community. Kirsten walks us through: How the clinic began in the 1980s The role of ultrasounds and informed choice The impact of the mobile medical unit across rural Northern California Stories of moms and families choosing life The clinic's new building across from Women's Health Center Why community support and volunteers make everything possible This conversation goes beyond headlines and politics — it's about people, compassion, and meeting families where they are. Podcast Chapters 0:00 – Welcome to All Redding 0:24 – Meet Kirsten Lapp 1:09 – What the clinic does (free tests, ultrasounds, support) 1:36 – What is a "crisis pregnancy"? 2:45 – How it all started 6:46 – 41 years of service + how the clinic evolved 10:51 – Rebrand + the Mobile Medical Unit 12:36 – The land across from Women's Health Center 16:53 – Capital campaign + the "pipe dream" building becomes real 20:31 – Why ultrasounds matter + "no strings attached" care 26:04 – Real story: walking with a teen mom choosing life 44:14 – New building renovations + medical license requirements 46:15 – 2025 impact stats + how to get involved About the Host — Griffith Tonkin https://www.facebook.com/arthoferandtonkin Griffith Tonkin is a longtime Shasta County–born attorney and community leader, partner at Arthofer & Tonkin Law Offices, and is active in local youth and civic work. He is dedicated to justice, mentorship, and service within the community. About the Guest — Kirsten Lapp https://www.facebook.com/northstatecareclinic I serve as the Executive Director at North State Care Clinic. We are a local, non-profit Crisis Pregnancy Center and have been serving Redding for 41 years. I moved to Redding 5.5 years ago and fell in love with the center while working part-time as the in-house bookkeeper. AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events, and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #AllRedding www.allredding.com All Redding Explore Your City. Live Local. www.allredding.com

    1h 8m

  5. 12/19/2025

    Building a City With Friends: Vision, Courage, and the Future of Redding

    What does it really take to build a thriving city? In this episode of All Redding, we sit down for a wide-ranging conversation about vision, civic leadership, community, and the future of Redding, California. From city development and local government to homelessness solutions, nonprofit work, and learning how to disagree well, this episode explores what it looks like to build a city with friends. We talk about: 🌆 Why Redding feels different — and why that matters 🤝 How vision, relationships, and courage shape a community 🏛️ The risks and realities of civic involvement and public service 🧭 Why local government works differently than state or federal politics 🏠 How nonprofits, churches, businesses, and individuals fill the gaps government can't 🌊 The role of the Sacramento River and downtown in Redding's future 🔮 What Redding could look like 10 years from now — if people keep showing up This is a hopeful, honest conversation about choosing to invest where you live, even when it's hard. We're not trying to be the next Bend. We're building the first Redding. Chapters: 00:00 – Why Redding Is Worth Showcasing 02:10 – Asking the Question We'd Never Asked: "Why Do You Do This?" 04:35 – "I Had a Dream I Was Building a City With Friends" 06:05 – Seeing Cities as Systems, Not Just Buildings 08:50 – Why People Are Starving for Community Spaces 12:54 – The Moment Redding Appeared — And Everything Changed 15:37 – "I Think We Have to Move Here" 16:56 – Getting Involved Immediately: Startup Redding & Entrepreneurs 19:01 – Infill, Downtown, and Building With Vision 21:09 – Why Vision Is Often Missing in Cities 25:22 – Risk, Vulnerability, and Building in Community 26:05 – Why Step Into Civic Leadership at All? 29:01 – How Government Actually Works (and Why It's Misunderstood) 33:00 – How Fast Should Government Move? 37:02 – Why Good People Avoid Running for Office 40:45 – Disagreeing Well Without Destroying Relationships 44:27 – Influence Is Built Through Relationships, Not Outrage 52:41 – Staying a Friend, Not a Staffer 59:29 – Where Government Ends and Community Begins 1:02:10 – Homelessness, Recovery, and a Continuum of Care 1:05:25 – Redding's Future: Downtown, the River, and Identity 1:08:20 – The 10-Year Vision: Jobs, Growth, and Opportunity About the Host — Leah Roadrunner https://www.facebook.com/leah.vieiraroadrunner Loan officer, 20+ years in Redding, Catalyst Mentoring volunteer, Leadership Redding Steering Committee; passionate about serving neighbors and elevating community voices. About the Guest — Joshua Johnson https://www.facebook.com/joshuajohnson1life Technologist and founder of Mindbox Studios, with experience spanning Fortune 500 companies, startups, and government-funded tech projects. Based in Northern California, he's actively involved in residential and commercial real estate development and is passionate about community service. AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #allredding www.allredding.com All Redding Explore Your City. Live Local. www.allredding.com

    1h 10m

  6. 12/05/2025

    From Chaos to Calling: The Incredible Journey of Camaron Hooks | All Redding Podcast

    In this powerful episode of the All Redding Podcast, host Griffith Tonkin sits down with law enforcement officer, coach, father, and community leader Camaron Hooks — a man whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary. Camaron opens up about his turbulent childhood, growing up between multiple cities, homes, and school systems, navigating family addiction, instability, poverty, and violence. From losing housing as a teen… to supporting younger siblings… to escaping the Bay Area in the middle of the night… Camaron's early life was stacked against him. But his story doesn't end there.  Through faith, friendship, mentorship, and an astonishing amount of grit, Camaron rebuilt his life from the ground up. Today, he serves the Redding community by working directly with youth, bringing compassion, honesty, and lived experience that changes lives. Whether you're a parent, an educator, a student, or simply someone looking for hope — Camaron's story will leave you thinking long after the episode ends. About the Host — Griffith Tonkin Longtime Shasta County-born attorney and community leader, partner at Arthofer & Tonkin Law Offices, active in local youth & civic work and dedicated to justice, mentorship, and service.  About the Guest — Camaron Hooks My family moved here from the Bay Area in 2005. The Lord put people in my life that caused me to love the area that we love and found the love of my life. AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #allredding www.allredding.com  All Redding Explore Your City. Live Local. www.allredding.com

    1h 51m

  7. 11/28/2025

    40 Years Behind the Desk: Mike Mangas on News, Community & Redding's Future

    Join host Leah Roadrunner on All Redding as she sits down with one of the most recognizable and respected figures in Northern California media — KRCR's Mike Mangas. Join host Leah Roadrunner on All Redding as she sits down with one of the most recognizable and respected figures in Northern California media — KRCR's Mike Mangas. With over 40 years of experience, Mike shares stories about local journalism, community leadership, Redding's growth, raising a family in the North State, and why he has always chosen to stay rooted in Redding. If you love Redding, journalism, or behind-the-scenes stories from the news world… this conversation is for you. Chapters: 01:05 – Who Is Mike Mangas? Early Life & First Steps in Journalism 03:52 – From Fresno State to Chico State: Finding His Path 07:10 – "Film at 11": The Early Days of Local News 10:24 – Coming Home to Redding & Joining KRCR 13:18 – 20+ Years in Sports & the Consultant Era 17:02 – Weather vs. Sports & The Shift in Local TV 20:45 – How Newsrooms Have Changed Over 40 Years 25:11 – Staying Fair, Neutral & Community-Centered 29:40 – Covering Wildfires & Major Local Events 33:55 – Positive Stories, Downtown's Growth & Redding's Narrative 38:28 – Faith, Family & Staying Grounded in Hard News 43:18 – Leadership, Local Boards & Community Health 49:02 – The State of Journalism Today & Mike's Advice 54:10 – Why Redding Still Feels Like Home   About the Host — Leah Roadrunner  https://www.facebook.com/LeahRoadrunner/ Loan officer, 20+ years in Redding, Catalyst Mentoring volunteer, Leadership Redding Steering Committee; passionate about serving neighbors and elevating community voices.   About the Guest — Mike Mangas  https://www.facebook.com/mike.mangas.5 KRCR anchor, decades in the Northstate, Rotary member and community volunteer; devoted to sharing local stories and serving the people behind them. AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #allredding www.allredding.com   All Redding Explore Your City.  Live Local. www.allredding.com

    1h 2m

  8. 11/21/2025

    Inside the Mind of a Redding Coaching Legend | Coach Mike Haworth | All Redding

    What does it take to build champions on the court and in life? In this episode of All Redding, Ky sits down with legendary coach Mike Haworth —the man behind decades of Enterprise High School success and the current CALPAC Coach of the Year at Simpson University. From coaching three sports a year to teaching for 35 years in juvenile hall, Mike shares how relationships, accountability, and relentless learning shaped generations of athletes and leaders across Redding. You'll hear stories about: - Growing up on a Navy base and basically living in the gym - Teaching in juvenile hall and connecting with kids everyone else had given up on - The 1998 state championship game vs. University High and the Walton kids - Building a culture where role players love their job and practice is harder than games - Fighting today's culture of specialization, NIL, and the transfer portal - Coaching his own daughters, being "dad-coach," and learning the girl-dad emotional game - How former players became the kind of teammates every business wants to hire - Why, at 70, it's still so hard for him to even think about walking away   If you're a coach, teacher, parent, or business leader, this conversation is packed with real, hard-earned wisdom on building teams that last, holding people accountable with love, and keeping your passion alive over a lifetime. About the Guests - Mike Haworth https://www.instagram.com/volleyworth/ Mike Haworth, introduced as Simpson University's Director of Volleyball Programs and women's head coach in 2019, brings 35 seasons of coaching experience with over 700 volleyball wins and multiple Coach of the Year honors. He oversees both men's and women's programs and has developed nearly 100 collegiate athletes, with several competing professionally. About the Host - Ky Stickler https://www.instagram.com/kytristan2.0 Redding is a unique community that feels right for building community, raising a family and enjoying the outdoors. 👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to All Redding for more conversations with the people shaping our community. Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome to All Redding & Coach Haworth's intro 00:56 – Growing up on a Navy base & falling in love with sports 02:59 – Learning to coach: mentors, film study & lifelong improvement 04:42 – Relationships, hard practices & building a tough team culture 09:18 – Section finals, bowling story & taking pressure off players 11:10 – Legacy, former players, losses & owning mistakes as a coach 13:58 – 1998 state title game vs University High & the Walton kids 18:37 – 35 years in juvenile hall, underdogs & authentic relationships 24:55 – Rivalries, Maniacs, multi-sport athletes & fighting specialization 41:23 – College coaching at Simpson, recruiting "the right families" 49:05 – Coaching men vs women, being a dad-coach & raising good teammates 1:00:04 – Final wisdom on patience, faith, passion & hanging it up AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #allredding www.allredding.com All Redding Explore Your City. Live Local.  https://allredding.com

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Joey Gartin highlights the people that make Redding, California a great place to live and work. Showcasing the business, faith & community leaders and hearing their stories about the place we all call home.

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