14 episodes

Sharing Oakland experiences as diverse as our culture and introducing the people who bring them to life. Visit Oakland’s See Things From Our Side, hosted by Taj Tashombe - highlights the best and brightest people and places that showcase Oakland as the welcoming, fun, and interesting destination that it is.

Through informative and inspiring podcast conversations, we share The Town’s diverse culture as we expand horizons, open minds, change perceptions and celebrate all that Oakland has to offer. Coming soon.

See Things From Our Side Visit Oakland

    • Society & Culture

Sharing Oakland experiences as diverse as our culture and introducing the people who bring them to life. Visit Oakland’s See Things From Our Side, hosted by Taj Tashombe - highlights the best and brightest people and places that showcase Oakland as the welcoming, fun, and interesting destination that it is.

Through informative and inspiring podcast conversations, we share The Town’s diverse culture as we expand horizons, open minds, change perceptions and celebrate all that Oakland has to offer. Coming soon.

    Community Kitchen w/ Maria Alderete | Episode 13

    Community Kitchen w/ Maria Alderete | Episode 13

    Welcome to the season finale of "See Things From Our Side," where we delve into inspiring stories and discussions that broaden our perspectives. In this episode, we're honored to host Maria Alderete, the passionate advocate behind Community Kitchens and the Dining for Justice program. Join us as Maria shares insights into her impactful work, the essence of Dining for Justice, and much more. Get ready for an enlightening conversation that will leave you inspired to make a difference!
     
    Learn More: visitoakland.com/see-things-from-our-side-vodcast/
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    • 31 min
    Pomella w/ Mica Talmor | Episode 12

    Pomella w/ Mica Talmor | Episode 12

    Welcome to another exciting episode of "See Things From Our Side"! In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Chef Mica Talmor, the culinary genius behind Pomella, an exquisite restaurant in the heart of Oakland, California.
    Chef Mica Talmor is renowned for her innovative approach to Middle Eastern cuisine, blending traditional flavors with a modern twist. Join us as we delve into her culinary journey, the inspiration behind Pomella, and the unique dishes that have made it a culinary gem in Oakland.
    Learn More: visitoakland.com/see-things-from-our-side-vodcast/
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    • 26 min
    Black Joy Parade w/ Elisha Greenwell | Episode 11

    Black Joy Parade w/ Elisha Greenwell | Episode 11

    Oakland’s Black Joy Parade is coming February 25! 🖤🎉 Host Taj Tashombe sits down with the event’s founder & executive director Elisha Greenwell. Discover the inspiration behind the world’s largest #BlackJoy procession and its context within Oakland’s celebrated Black history. 
     
    ABOUT THE VODCAST
    Sharing Oakland experiences as diverse as our culture and introducing the people who bring them to life. Visit Oakland’s See Things From Our Side, hosted by Taj Tashombe - highlights the best and brightest people and places that showcase Oakland as the welcoming, fun, and interesting destination that it is. Through informative and inspiring podcast conversations, we share The Town’s diverse culture as we expand horizons, open minds, change perceptions and celebrate all that Oakland has to offer.
     
    Learn More: visitoakland.com/see-things-from-our-side-vodcast/
    Follow us on social media:
    Facebook: @visitoakland 
    Instagram:  @visitoakland 
    LinkedIn: @visitoakland

    • 26 min
    Blk Girls Green House | Episode 10

    Blk Girls Green House | Episode 10

    Host Taj Tashombe sits down with Kalkidan Gebreyohannes, J’Maica Roxanne, & Tiffany Stapleton of Oakland’s Blk Girls Green House - a plant and specialty home goods shop, community space, and an absolute vibe.
     
    ABOUT THE VODCAST
    Sharing Oakland experiences as diverse as our culture and introducing the people who bring them to life. Visit Oakland’s See Things From Our Side, hosted by Taj Tashombe - highlights the best and brightest people and places that showcase Oakland as the welcoming, fun, and interesting destination that it is. Through informative and inspiring podcast conversations, we share The Town’s diverse culture as we expand horizons, open minds, change perceptions and celebrate all that Oakland has to offer.
     
    Learn More: visitoakland.com/see-things-from-our-side-vodcast/
     
    Follow us on social media:
    Facebook: @visitoakland 
    Instagram:  @visitoakland 
    LinkedIn: @visitoakland 
    Visit us at: www.visitoakland.com

    • 30 min
    Marc J Spears | Episode 9

    Marc J Spears | Episode 9

    Get to know Naismith Hall-of-Fame Sports Writer Marc J Spears for the next episode of our vodcast on The Town #SeeThingsFromOurSide hosted by Taj Tashombe! Discover what Oakland means to the eminent journalist and Sr. NBA writer for ESPN, Andscape, & Basketball HOF. 🏀
     
    A former chair of the National Association of Black Journalists’ Sports Task Force, Spears has won numerous national and regional awards for journalism including the Curt Gowdy Media Award and is the cohost for The Conversations Project on Hulu.
     
    ABOUT THE VODCAST
    Sharing Oakland experiences as diverse as our culture and introducing the people who bring them to life. Visit Oakland’s See Things From Our Side, hosted by Taj Tashombe - highlights the best and brightest people and places that showcase Oakland as the welcoming, fun, and interesting destination that it is. Through informative and inspiring podcast conversations, we share The Town’s diverse culture as we expand horizons, open minds, change perceptions and celebrate all that Oakland has to offer.
     
    Learn More: https://www.visitoakland.com/see-thin...
     
    Follow us on social media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisitOakland
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitoakland/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/visi...
    Visit us at: www.visitoakland.com

    • 53 min
    Mieko Hatano - Oakland Symphony | Episode 8

    Mieko Hatano - Oakland Symphony | Episode 8

    Get to know Oakland Symphony’s Executive Director Dr. Mieko Hatano and learn why being rooted in The Town makes Oakland Symphony so special. 
    ABOUT THE VODCAST
    Sharing Oakland experiences as diverse as our culture and introducing the people who bring them to life. Visit Oakland’s See Things From Our Side, hosted by Taj Tashombe - highlights the best and brightest people and places that showcase Oakland as the welcoming, fun, and interesting destination that it is. Through informative and inspiring podcast conversations, we share The Town’s diverse culture as we expand horizons, open minds, change perceptions and celebrate all that Oakland has to offer.
    Learn More: https://www.visitoakland.com/see-thin...
    Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisitOakland
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitoakland/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/visi...
    Visit us at: www.visitoakland.com

    • 20 min

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