Fresno's Best

Jordan Mattox
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Fresno's Best

An interview podcast highlighting interesting people doing important work in Fresno. https://linktr.ee/fresnosbest

  1. 28 FEB

    Roque Rodriguez, Filmmaker and Founder of Swede Fest

    Today, we have Roque Rodriguez on the show. Roque is a Fresno based filmmaker and creative working to cultivate a vibrant and diverse film community throughout the San Joaquin Valley. After growing up in the rural farming town of Firebaugh, Rodriguez earned his degree in graphic arts from Brooks College in Los Angeles, only to eventually plant himself in what he calls the “Goldilocks” city of Fresno. In 2008, Rodriguez founded the independent film festival Swede Fest — a quirky collection of locally produced Hollywood remakes using low budget resources and high key creativity. Swede Fest became a cultural institution in Fresno, inspiring multiple satellite festivals across the country and garnered submissions from around the globe. Though the film festival ended in 2023, the legacy of Swede Fest carries on in a new generation of filmmakers who were able to dip their toes in an art form often seen as difficult to break into.In 2025, Rodriguez launched his newest project: Cen Cal Cinema — an all ages, free film screening series hosted in communities throughout the Central Valley that might otherwise lack access to a movie theater. By removing travel and cost barriers, Cen Cal Cinema hopes to make film more accessible and democratic, while also celebrating the unique ways that cinema can foster community bonding, harkening back to Rodriguez’s own personal experiences.

    54 min

  2. 15 FEB

    Manuel Bonilla, President of the Fresno Teachers Association

    On today's show, we have Manuel Bonilla, president of the Fresno Teachers Association. We dig into education practice, policy, organized labor, and more in this episode. If you are looking to dig into the weeds of education, this is the episode for you.  Fresno Teachers Association Website  Books:  The Lord of the Rings Trilogy J.R.R. Tolkien The Infinite Game Simon Sinek On B******t Harry G. Frankfurt De-Escalate: How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less Doug Noll

    1 h y 3 min

  3. 2 FEB

    VA Central California Health Care System Conversation

    We have a special episode for you today with some of the leaders of the VA Central California Health Care System. We brought in three knowledgable leaders to discuss the state of this organization and their services. This was recorded at the end of last year, so any Trump administrative moves will not be covered here. Here are the three guests who shared in this episode:  Froylan “Froy” Garza, Interim Executive Director of VA Central California Health Care System Amy Ruiz, HCHV Supervisor Kimberly Booze BSN, RN, Women Veterans Program Manager VA Central California Health Care System Website

    41 min

  4. 1 FEB

    Alex Van Horne, President of Central Valley Brewers Guild and Co-Owner of Summer Fox Brewing

    Today, we have Alex Van Horne on the show. Alex is the president of the Central Valley Brewers Guild and the co-owner of Summer Fox Brewing, one of my favorite breweries in Fresno. I was so excited to record this podcast with Alex! If you really want to nerd out on beer, this is the episode for you. Summer Fox Brewing  The Central Valley Brewers Guild Books:  Tasting Beer, 2nd Edition: An Insider's Guide to the World's Greatest Drink Randy Mosher Any and All Star Wars Books!

    1 h y 23 min

  5. 22 ENE

    Josh Huckaby, Owner of Cybersecurity Firm Hoodwink Consulting

    Today, we have Josh Huckaby on the show. Josh is the owner of Hoodwink Consulting, a central valley cybersecurity provider. Josh has spent the last six years focused on cybersecurity, which led to him opening up Hoodwink Consulting here in Fresno. They specialize in helping companies understand cybersecurity risk and provide services to protect them. And his free time, Josh enjoys spending time with his family and watching 49ers football and eating great local food. Josh is a friend, and this conversation was a true pleasure and hopefully this conversation inspires you to take better care of your life online as there are many risks and dangers out there. Hoodwing Consulting Books:  The 6 Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team Patrick M. Lencioni  Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones James Clear

    1 h y 7 min

  6. 18 ENE

    Innovation Series: Ken Camarco, CEO and President of DMax Plasma

    We're beginning a series of episodes with the WET Center at Fresno State. WET stands for water, energy and technology. The WET Center's mission is to empower central Valley's core industries by providing access to cutting-edge resources, innovative research and industry expertise, driving sustainable growth and regional prosperity.They have supported amazing startups and companies around the world right from our own backyard. Our first episode in this series features Ken Camarco, CEO and President of DMax Plasma. Ken has spent his career in all facets of global manufacturing, energy operations, supply chain, information, technology, and management. DMax Plasma utilizes plasma technology to attack contaminants in our water supply. Something that has never been more pressing in today's world. The Wet Center DMax Plasma

    39 min

  7. 7 ENE

    Kellee Williams, Instructor and Owner at Tower Yoga

    On today's show, we have Kellee Williams, owner and teacher at Tower Yoga. Kellee is a deeply experienced and knowledgable teacher and practitioner of yoga. We dig into a lot of topics in this conversation. Please enjoy! Tower Yoga Site Books:  Eastern Body, Western Mind: Psychology and the Chakra System As a Path to the Self Anodea Judith  Tantra of the Yoga Sutras: Essential Wisdom for Living with Awareness and Grace Alan Finger The Path of the Yoga Sutras Nicolai Bachman

    1 h y 1 min

  8. 13/12/2024

    Lynda Oniah, Founder and Creative Director of StandTallJeans

    Lynda Oniah, founder and creative director of StandTallJeans, is a tall woman who faced the challenge of finding stylish, long-enough denim for herself. Driven by this personal struggle and inspired by her father’s entrepreneurial spirit, Lynda transitioned from a successful banking career to pursue her passion for fashion. After earning a Master’s Degree in Management and graduating with honors from the San Francisco Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, she founded StandTallJeans to address the market gap for well-fitting, fashionable denim for tall women. Based in California, Lynda is dedicated to creating high-quality, stylish pieces while upholding ethical and sustainable production practices. StandTallJeans Website  Discount code: STJTHX20 for 20% off your purchase plus an extra 10% if you sign up for our VIP emails. Gift cards also available Books:  Positioning: The Battle for Your Mind Al Ries and Jack Trout

    52 min
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An interview podcast highlighting interesting people doing important work in Fresno. https://linktr.ee/fresnosbest

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  • Creador
    Jordan Mattox
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodios
    100
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
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    © 2021
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