The 707

Michelle Marques & the KRCB News Team
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The 707 is an all-new half-hour weekly radio show and podcast airing Fridays at 6:00 PM on KRCB 104.9 FM. Hosted by Michelle Marques with contributions from the KRCB News Team, the show offers compelling interviews and stories from Sonoma County and beyond. Expect rich soundscapes, moving stories, and fresh perspectives on the North Bay community. The 707 is your new go-to for all things local, lively, and unmissable!

  1. 4D AGO

    The Perfect Pairing: Wine, Food and Rock ‘n’ Roll at the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience

    Get the inside scoop on the weekend’s events including a chat with Grace Bowers, who headlines a concert at Rodney Strong Vineyards.   photo credit: courtesy of the Healdsburg Wine & Food ExperienceGuests enjoy live music at the Rodney Strong Concert Green as part of the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience.   The Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience is returning from May 14th through 17th, bringing a global perspective to the heart of Sonoma County. In the first half of the show, host Michelle Marques talks with CEO Steve Dveris about what sets this four-day celebration apart—from the presence of international wines and celebrity chefs to the Vintners Plaza Grand Tasting. Steve also explains the event’s commitment to the community and how it supports local non-profit organizations. Then, we transition from the kitchen to the concert stage. Michelle is joined by 19-year-old guitar phenom Grace Bowers. Grace shares insights into her whirlwind year and previews her headlining performance on May 15th at Rodney Strong Vineyards.   Resources in this episode: https://www.healdsburgwineandfood.com/   Guests in this episode: Steve Dveris, CEO, Healdsburg Wine & Food ExperienceGrace Bowers, Musician Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  2. APR 25

    REPLAY: The Symphony of Recycling: Touring Recology Sonoma Marin

    Your blue bin is just the beginning. See what happens when the truck pulls away.   photo credit: Julia WillmersMembers of NorCal Public Media tour the Materials Recovery Facility at Recology Sonoma Marin.   This is an encore presentation of The 707. Ever wonder what actually happens to your recycling after the truck pulls away? This week, we go behind the scenes (and behind the sounds) of Recology Sonoma Marin’s newly upgraded Materials Recovery Facility. Following a $35-million upgrade in 2023, this facility is more efficient—and louder—than ever. Join us for an immersive audio tour of the sorting floor to hear how high-tech machinery separates our waste, followed by a deep-dive interview with Celia Furber, Community Relations & Sustainability Manager. We discuss how these upgrades help the North Bay reach its climate goals and what we, as consumers, can do to make the machines' jobs a little easier.   Resources in this episode: https://www.recology.com/recology-sonoma-marin/mrf-tours/   Guests in this episode: Celia Furber, Community Relations and Sustainability Manager, Recology Sonoma MarinBrian Popplewell, Waste Zero Event Specialist, Recology Sonoma Marin   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org Additional reporting in this episode by Kathryn Nelson and Shandra Back.

  3. APR 18

    Cut, Paste, Publish: Inside the Santa Rosa Zine Fest

    Identity, creativity, and the power of the DIY spirit. We’re diving deep into the heart of Santa Rosa’s zine scene.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesA collection of zines from the Santa Rosa Zine Fest.   What happens when you bring 100 independent creators, workshops, and a community of DIY enthusiasts together for three days? This week, we explore the vibrant, tactile world of the Santa Rosa Zine Fest, April 30th though May 2nd. Host Michelle Marques takes you behind the scenes with two of the festival's founders to discuss the labor of love required to build a three-day celebration of independent publishing. They share how a simple idea blossomed into a beloved event featuring panels, meetups, and a packed Zine Fair. Plus, we take you directly to the 2025 event with immersive field recordings, capturing the energy, the conversations, and the sound of a community celebrating creativity and identity.   Resources in this episode: https://www.santarosazinefest.com/   Guests in this episode: Chelsea Kurnick, Santa Rosa Zine CollectiveMelissa Andrade, Santa Rosa Zine Collective   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  4. APR 11

    Filing on Shaky Ground: Why Immigrant Tax Filings Are Dropping across California

    A steep drop in tax filings is rippling through California’s immigrant communities, and the economic fallout could be massive.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesGil's Business Tax Services in Roseland.   Across California, tax preparers in immigrant communities are seeing an unprecedented drop in filings, in some places, more than 60 percent. KRCB News Reporter Shandra Back explores why undocumented and mixed status families are stepping back from the tax system this year. We visit a legacy tax prep business in Santa Rosa where longtime clients are walking away, discouraged by shrinking credits and shaken trust in federal agencies. We hear from families who have filed faithfully for decades but now question whether it’s worth it. Then, we zoom out with statewide experts from the Bay Area Council Economic Institute and the California Immigrant Policy Center to understand the broader economic stakes, from billions in lost revenue to the long-term consequences of eroding trust in filing. Finally, we head to Southern California, where fear of immigration raids is keeping even documented Latino residents from leaving their homes, let alone filing taxes.   Resources in this episode: https://www.bayareaeconomy.org/https://caimmigrant.org/   Guests in this episode: Martha Valencia, Immigration Consultant and Tax PreparerGil Alcasar, Tax Preparer“Velasco” – Migrant“Claudia” – Migrant Hayde Vigil, Tax PreparerJosh Stehlik, Policy Director for the California Immigrant Policy CenterAbby Raisz, Vice President of Research at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute   Episode Credits Host, Writer and Producer: Michelle MarquesStory and Interviews: Shandra BackEditing Assistance: Queena KimVoice Overs: Miguel Brierly, Kathryn Nelson, Tina Vierra   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  5. APR 4

    From the Garage to the Museum: Curating Sonoma County’s Punk History

    Exploring the timeless defiance of the North Bay underground in a new exhibit at the Museum of Sonoma County.   photo credit: Murray BowlesVictims Family performing at Palace Theater in Petaluma in 1988.   In an era of massive change, what can we learn from the subcultures of the past? Host Michelle Marques talks with KQED Arts & Culture Senior Editor Gabe Meline to discuss his role in curating Disturbing the Peace: Sonoma County's Early Punk Underground at the Museum of Sonoma County. Meline, a veteran of the local scene, explains how he transformed a personal collection that includes demo tapes and ‘zines into a museum-grade exploration of local history. We dive into the core themes of the exhibit, examining how the punk mentality translates to the challenges of today. Plus, we turn up the volume with tracks from the bands that fueled the North Bay’s early punk movement.   Resources in this episode: https://museumsc.org/punk/   Guests in this episode: Gabe Meline, Senior Editor, KQED Arts and Culture; Guest CuratorEric Stanley, Deputy Director and Curator of History, Museum of Sonoma County   Featuring music by Sonoma County punk bands Victims Family and Capitalist Casualties Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  6. MAR 28

    Bound Together: We The People Community Quilt Project

    Most quilts keep us warm; this one is designed to wake us up.   photo credit: courtesy of We The People Community Quilt ProjectOne of the panels made by Jennifer Baker for the We The People Community Quilt Project.   In times of friction, we survive by piecing together what we have. While quilts are born of necessity from discarded scraps, the We The People Community Quilt Project proves they can also house our highest ideals. Join host Michelle Marques as she attends a workshop hosted by Pamela Van Halsema, where Sonoma County residents are translating the abstract concept of democracy into tangible, fabric art panels. From individual hopes to a collective monument, discover how these panels will transform Santa Rosa’s Courthouse Square this July 4th into a living map of our shared future.   Resources in this episode: https://wethepeoplequilt.org/   Guests in this episode: Pamela Van Halsema, Project Lead – We The People Community Quilt ProjectKathy Andrew, AIDS Quilt participantLisl Christie, Sonoma County teacherLinda Coleman, Sonoma County teacherKathie Miller, Sonoma County teacher   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  7. MAR 21

    Celebrating Earth Day with Art: The Earthly Procession

    A flock of bird and moth puppets will parade from Juilliard Park to Court House Square in support of the environment.   photo credit: The Earthly ProcessionSpring Maxfield, Alina Nuebel, and Natalie Gospe work on parade art designs.   What happens when you mix community activism with giant puppets and "art-bikes"? Inspired by legendary Earth Day parades in the Pacific Northwest, organizers Alina Nuebel and Spring Maxfield are bringing that same creative spark to Sonoma County.   In this episode, host Michelle Marques drops into a bustling brainstorming session in downtown Santa Rosa. We listen in as neighbors sketch out massive moths and winged creatures, all in preparation for The Earthly Procession. Discover how a few sketches are evolving into a full-scale ecological celebration set to take over Courthouse Square this Earth Day, April 25th.   Resources in this episode: https://www.earthlyprocession.com/   Guests in this episode: Alina Nuebel, Earthly Procession Art DirectorSpring Maxfield, Executive Director of the Santa Rosa Urban Arts Partnership   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

  8. MAR 10

    REPLAY: High Stakes at Hall of Flowers: A Snapshot of California’s Cannabis Industry

    Organizers, farmers, and CEOs take a sobering look at the state of the cannabis industry.   photo credit: Michelle MarquesHall of Flowers cannabis business to business expo in Santa Rosa, California.   The vibe at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds is electric—music is pumping, smoke is in the air, and business is being done. But beneath the swag and the spectacle of the Hall of Flowers expo, the California cannabis industry is fighting for its survival.   In this episode, host Michelle Marques goes beyond the booth displays to get a pulse on the real state of the market. Rama Mayo, Hall of Flowers organizer, talks about the evolution of the event. Hear the ground-level struggles of a small craft farmer and get the high-level strategy from the CEO of a heritage Sonoma County brand. Two veteran cannabis media professionals explain the layers of the industry's most pressing crises, from the crushing weight of taxation and regulatory overreach to the looming confusion of federal rescheduling. This episode also addresses the elephant in the room: how the unchecked growth of the hemp-derived THC industry and the persistence of the non-legal market are reshaping the playing field for everyone.   Resources in this episode: https://www.hallofflowers.com/   Guests in this episode: Rama Mayo, co-founder of Hall of FlowersTamara Kislak, owner of That Good Good FarmMichael Harden, CEO of Sonoma Hills FarmBill and Jeff Levers, Beard Bros Pharms   Suggestions for guests or topics? Email the707@krcb.org

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The 707 is an all-new half-hour weekly radio show and podcast airing Fridays at 6:00 PM on KRCB 104.9 FM. Hosted by Michelle Marques with contributions from the KRCB News Team, the show offers compelling interviews and stories from Sonoma County and beyond. Expect rich soundscapes, moving stories, and fresh perspectives on the North Bay community. The 707 is your new go-to for all things local, lively, and unmissable!

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  • Creator
    Michelle Marques & the KRCB News Team
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The 707

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