It’s A Long Beach Thing

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Welcome to It’s A Long Beach Thing! We bring on business owners, entrepreneurs, business professionals, and anyone who is in the know about Long Beach, California, to talk about what makes this city so special. We discuss our love for Long Beach and the surrounding areas while exploring everything from business and real estate to food, art, community, and so much more. If it has something to do with this great city, we’re talking about it! Join us as we showcase the people, businesses, stories, and places that make Long Beach truly unique.

  1. Aug 24

    Interview with General Manger of the Long Beach Coast Claire Duvendeck

    Claire Duvendeck, GM of the Long Beach Coast, shares how her experience working with the Dodgers and other professional sports organizations prepared her for this exciting opportunity in Long Beach. Those experiences gave her valuable insight into sports, business, and community engagement, ultimately helping her take on the challenge of leading the Long Beach Coast.

  2. Aug 9

    Interview with CEO of the Long Beach Rescue Mission Jeff Levine

    Jeff Levine shares his powerful story of overcoming substance abuse and finding long-term sobriety. He talks about his love for Jesus and how his faith gave him the strength to overcome addiction. Today, as CEO of the Long Beach Rescue Mission, Jeff brings a unique level of empathy to those struggling with addiction. His story is one of faith, redemption, and using his experiences to help others.

  3. Jul 20

    Interview with Owner of Boathouse on the Bay John Morris

    John Morris, founder of Legends the very first sports bar, a longtime community leader. and current owner of Boathouse on the Bay. John shares stories about his involvement with the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade, Big Bang on the Bay, local politics, and the future of Long Beach. A candid conversation with one of the city's most influential business owners.

  4. Jul 6

    Interview with Keynote Speaker and Author Justin Atherton

    Justin Atherton shares his experiences working in law enforcement and the jail system, and how those experiences helped shape his leadership journey. Now a keynote speaker and bestselling author, Justin discusses the lessons he's learned along the way and the message behind his book, Get to the Damn Point. A great conversation about leadership, communication, and personal growth.

  5. Jun 22

    Interview with Long Beach Political and Social Media Influencer Crowd Source Carrie

    Crowd Source Carrie shares her journey from a small town in Minnesota to Long Beach and discusses what inspired her to speak out against injustices she sees in our political system. Her passion for creating change and advocating for her beliefs shines throughout the interview.

  6. Jun 8

    Owner of Local Lenz AI and Long Beach Community Organizer Kris Gragson

    Kris Gragson shares how his entrepreneurial spirit developed at a young age and helped pave the way for his success as a business owner today. He discusses the future of artificial intelligence, how businesses and individuals can leverage AI to their advantage, and the opportunities it presents moving forward. Kris also reflects on his experience running Movies on the Beach, one of Long Beach's most popular community events, and how bringing people together through entertainment has become an important part of his journey.

  7. Jun 1

    Interview with Long Beach Artist Ed Caspers

    Ed Caspers discovered art accidentally in college while searching for a minor, and it quickly turned into a passion that has guided him throughout his life. Today, he has his own art studio in Signal Hill and is continuing to build both his career and his life in Long Beach through creativity, hard work, and dedication to his craft.

  8. May 18

    Interview with Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Oscar Cancio

    Oscar Cancio talks about being raised in Koreatown in Los Angeles by a single dad, an experience that helped shape his work ethic, resilience, and perspective on community. From there, his journey led him into the military, where he developed leadership skills and a deeper appreciation for service and discipline. More than 10 years ago, Oscar moved to Long Beach and quickly fell in love with the city, its diversity, neighborhoods, culture, and people. Having lived in several different parts of Long Beach over the years, he believes he has a unique understanding of both the strengths and challenges facing the city today. Oscar shares his thoughts on public safety, housing, local business growth, and community connection, while discussing what he believes can help improve the quality of life for residents across Long Beach.

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Welcome to It’s A Long Beach Thing! We bring on business owners, entrepreneurs, business professionals, and anyone who is in the know about Long Beach, California, to talk about what makes this city so special. We discuss our love for Long Beach and the surrounding areas while exploring everything from business and real estate to food, art, community, and so much more. If it has something to do with this great city, we’re talking about it! Join us as we showcase the people, businesses, stories, and places that make Long Beach truly unique.

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  • Creator
    acall2action80
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved
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