Santa Clarita Voices

City of Santa Clarita
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Welcome to the official podcast of Santa Clarita! Tune in to hear about local initiatives, civic updates, arts and the vibrant life that defines Santa Clarita. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, join us to stay informed, inspired and connected to everything happening in our incredible City.

Episodes

  1. May 21

    E-Bikes, Red Lights and More with Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station Captain Brandon Barclay

    In this episode of Santa Clarita Voices, the City’s official podcast, Santa Clarita City Manager Ken Striplin sits down with Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Captain Brandon Barclay for a wide-ranging conversation on public safety, leadership and community connection. The episode explores growing concerns surrounding unsafe e-bike and e-motorcycle usage, the dangers of red-light runners and the efforts being made to keep Santa Clarita streets safe. Beyond enforcement and traffic safety, Captain Barclay also shares insight into the strong morale and teamwork within the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, as well as his personal background, leadership philosophy and life outside the badge. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    31 min

  2. Feb 6

    Meet the Animals of the Barnyard at William S. Hart Park!

    This on-location episode takes viewers through the Barnyard alongside the City’s first-ever Animal Care Specialist, Rachael Komulainen. Filmed throughout multiple animal areas, this episode offers a dynamic, visual look at the care, history and personalities of the animals that have made Hart Park a beloved destination for generations of families. Unlike traditional episodes, this episode of Santa Clarita Voices places a strong emphasis on video storytelling, allowing viewers to experience the Barnyard firsthand, from alpacas and tortoises to horses, pigs and the historic Hart Park bison. Throughout the tour, Komulainen shares insights into daily animal care, visitor interaction, volunteer opportunities and the partnerships that help support the Barnyard’s continued operation. Santa Clarita Voices features conversations with City leaders, staff and community members, offering an inside look at the projects, places and stories that shape Santa Clarita. Episodes are available with video on Spotify and the City’s YouTube channel, as well as audio on Apple Podcasts. Be sure to subscribe so you can be notified when a new episode is released! For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    30 min

  3. 08/22/2025

    Pro Mountain Bike Rider Spencer Rathkamp

    This episode takes listeners and viewers on a ride into the world of professional mountain bike riding with guest Spencer Rathkamp, a pro rider from Santa Clarita, known for his incredible skills, dedication to the sport and passion for inspiring the next generation of riders. Rathkamp joins host Santa Clarita City Manager, Ken Striplin, along with the City’s Director of Neighborhood Services, Jerrid McKenna, to talk about his career as a professional mountain bike rider and his support for the City’s upcoming and highly anticipated Haskell Canyon Bike Park. This state-of-the-art project, currently under construction, will provide a premier destination for local riders of all ages and skill levels to practice and enjoy the thrill of mountain biking close to home. In this episode, Rathkamp also shares what it’s like to live life on two wheels as a professional athlete and why projects like the Haskell Canyon Bike Park are vital for the mountain biking community. Additionally, McKenna gives a closer look at what the new bike park will have in store for these eager riders. Santa Clarita Voices features interviews with a new guest or multiple guests each episode and covers a wide range of topics, from City insights, current projects and more. With a new episode released each month, listeners and viewers can expect a fresh and intuitive perspective on what makes Santa Clarita an extraordinary place to live, work and play. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    26 min

  4. 07/11/2025

    Xanthe Pajarillo: The McRib Girl

    In November 2015, Xanthe made City and internet history when she passionately addressed the Santa Clarita City Council, urging the return of the McRib to local McDonald’s restaurants. Her heartfelt plea, which touched on Thanksgiving family traditions revolving around the infamous barbeque sandwich, alluding to it being similar to a “Christmas without snow,” instantly went viral across the internet, sparking conversation virally, throughout Santa Clarita and beyond. Ten years later, City Manager Ken Striplin sits down virtually with Xanthe to catch up on what life has been like since that unforgettable moment. In this episode of Santa Clarita Voices, Ken and Xanthe revisit her famous time in the Santa Clarita City Council Chambers and reflect on the reaction she received from her Council debut. Podcast subscribers will also hear about Xanthe’s creative pursuits, life updates and whether the McRib still plays a role in her holiday traditions. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    14 min

  5. 06/16/2025

    From the Tesoro Helispot: Getting Wildfire Ready with Assistant Fire Chief Pat Sprengel

    Filmed on location at the Tesoro helispot, County of Los Angeles Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief, Pat Sprengel, joins Santa Clarita Voices to discuss the effective strategies and advanced tactics used to protect the open space and neighborhoods across the City of Santa Clarita. This episode highlights County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s cutting-edge wildfire response systems and is packed with incredible footage of their helicopter performing live water drops and the process they undergo to refill its tank using a specialized snorkel system. Host Santa Clarita City Manager Ken Striplin and Assistant Fire Chief Pat Sprengel share an in-depth conversation about crucial wildfire preparedness information for residents, along with insights into how County of Los Angeles Fire Department crews prepare, deploy and protect neighborhoods across the City. Santa Clarita is no stranger to the dangers of wildfires, and with summer and wildfire season fast approaching, this information is more valuable than ever. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    24 min

  6. 04/25/2025

    Behind the Scenes of Santa Clarita's Recreation and Community Services

    Host Santa Clarita City Manager Ken Striplin, City of Santa Clarita Director of Recreation and Community Services, Janine Prado and Recreation and Community Services Manager Lance O’Keefe share an in-depth conversation about what the City offers in terms of recreation and community services, including youth and adult sports, drug prevention programs, opportunities for youth employment and more. From ways the City continues to be committed to preventing drug use across the community, classes for a wide range of interests, to an inside look at what is coming to The Rink Sports Pavilion, this episode of Santa Clarita Voices offers something for everyone. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    35 min

  7. 03/21/2025

    Career Paths with the City of Santa Clarita

    Host Santa Clarita City Manager, Ken Striplin, and Director of Human Resources and Library Services, Kristi Hobrecker, share an in-depth conversation about what goes into hiring and training the incredible City staff members who work every day to maintain Santa Clarita’s high quality of life for its residents. From tips on how to prepare when applying for a career with the City of Santa Clarita and stories about what Ken and Kristi have experienced during the hiring process, this episode of Santa Clarita Voices covers valuable topics for those interested in a new career, as well as what goes into finding the ideal candidate to essentially become the face of Santa Clarita. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    29 min
  8. The Green Spaces of Santa Clarita

    02/11/2025

    The Green Spaces of Santa Clarita

    In this episode of Santa Clarita Voices, host City Manager Ken Striplin and Director of Neighborhood Services, Jerrid McKenna, share an in-depth conversation about what makes Santa Clarita’s parks system so special, from the unique play structures and desirable amenities, to the special touch that the Parks Maintenance team provides to the grass and fields at the 38 parks in the City. They also talk about an array of topics, including exciting updates to the parks system, including the grand opening of Northbridge Park and the Haskell Bike Park, as well as the transfer of William S. Hart Park which will bring a barnyard of animals and other unique features. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    33 min

  9. 01/14/2025

    The State of Homelessness in Santa Clarita

    This episode features Bridge to Home Executive Director Chris Najarro and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Captain Justin Diez. Host Ken Striplin, Chris Najarro and Captain Diez share engaging conversations that revolve around the current state of homelessness in Santa Clarita, including the role they play in addressing homelessness in Santa Clarita. Additionally, Captain Diez shares firsthand the daily interactions the Sheriff’s Department face regarding homelessness and Najarro talks about the details and reasons around the upcoming Homeless Count, as well as how Bridge to Home and Family Promise are helping those experiencing homelessness. From these topics, the many overarching factors the City is taking to combat homelessness and more, this second episode of Santa Clarita Voices covers significant information and insight. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    42 min

  10. 12/10/2024

    Santa Clarita Mayor Cameron Smyth

    In the very first episode of Santa Clarita Voices, Host Santa Clarita City Manager Ken Striplin interviews Santa Clarita Mayor Cameron Smyth and share an engaging, wide range of topics, including Smyth's experiences in the State Assembly and Santa Clarita City Council, the most outrageous moments during a City Council meeting, to what the future may hold for Mayor Smyth. For more information, go to SantaClarita.gov. For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    42 min

  11. 10/29/2024

    Padres en Prevención Podcast - Oficial David Martinez y Yoselin Castillo

    Temas:  Nuevas tendencias en el consumo de drogas Presión social entre jovenes  Factores ambientales que aumentan el riesgo del consumo de drogas entre jovenes  Recursos locales para apoyar a la juventud a evitar caer en redes de las drogasFor more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    17 min

  12. 10/24/2024

    Parenting for Prevention - Deputy David Martinez & Dr. Malikah Nu'Man

    🗣️ How can parents start the conversation about peer pressure? In this episode of the Parenting for Prevention, Dr. Malikah Nu’Man, a special education administrator in the Santa Clarita Valley public school system, shares key strategies for parents to address peer pressure and drug prevention. 🎙️ Tune in as she discusses: 👉 When peer pressure begins to impact kids 👉 Signs your child may be facing negative peer pressure 👉 Practical steps to guide these tough conversations For more information, please visit SantaClarita.gov.

    12 min
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About

Welcome to the official podcast of Santa Clarita! Tune in to hear about local initiatives, civic updates, arts and the vibrant life that defines Santa Clarita. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, join us to stay informed, inspired and connected to everything happening in our incredible City.

Information

  • Creator
    City of Santa Clarita
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Santa Clarita Voices
  • Show Website
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