29 episodes

The mission of the We Are One Marin Campaign is to foster social equity in both the business landscape and the community. You may have encountered our advertisements in the Marin IJ, where we highlight a different minority-owned business every week. These ads have been incredibly well-received, inspiring us to bring together the featured business owners for a captivating podcast. In this podcast, you will have the opportunity to delve into their stories, gaining a deeper understanding of the merchants shaping Marin County, California. Join us as we explore how Marin works.

We Are One Marin Podcast Stephanie Plante

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 10 Ratings

The mission of the We Are One Marin Campaign is to foster social equity in both the business landscape and the community. You may have encountered our advertisements in the Marin IJ, where we highlight a different minority-owned business every week. These ads have been incredibly well-received, inspiring us to bring together the featured business owners for a captivating podcast. In this podcast, you will have the opportunity to delve into their stories, gaining a deeper understanding of the merchants shaping Marin County, California. Join us as we explore how Marin works.

    School-to-Career Day with Rob Devincenzi, Marin Independent Journal

    School-to-Career Day with Rob Devincenzi, Marin Independent Journal

    S1 | E27:  Today, we met Charley Conner, a San Marin High School student on School-to-Career Day.  She was shadowing with our friend, colleague and silent podcast partner, Rob Devincenzi, Publisher of the Marin IJ. 
    They came downstairs in the office building we share to see our podcasting studio in action.  It was an opportunity we couldn't pass up, since we've wanted to interview Rob, who prefers to stay out of the spotlight, all season long.  But, the newspaper man stayed true to his craft and he turned the tables around on us.  It seems that he got us to do most of the talking. 
    Stay tuned as Kalina and I share a little of our own experiences about how Marin works.
    Guests:  Rob Devincenzi, Marin Independent Journal and Charley Connor, San Marin High School
    www.marinij.com
    For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast

    • 14 min
    Istanbul Rug

    Istanbul Rug

    S1 | E26:  In our final episode of Season 1, we continue inviting you, the listener, deeper into our process. 
    Today, you will hear our conversation with Ogi Teker, 4th generation owner of Istanbul Rug - and you'll hear it from start to finish, literally, as we hit the record button right when Ogi arrives. 
    Ogi and his father Esref opened their San Rafael store in 2019 right on 4th Street.  Now, one of three locations in the Bay Area since Ogi's dad moved the family from Turkey, when his son was only 10. 
    Join Kalina and I as we pull back the rug on how Marin works - the thing is, all we found were treasures.
    Guests:  Ogi Teker, Istanbul Rug
    www.istanbulrug.com
    For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast

    • 34 min
    Vern Glenn

    Vern Glenn

    S1 | E25:  You just heard strong words from KPIX-TV sports broadcaster, Vern Glenn, from a recent story he did about the Play Marin program and its creator, Paul Austin.  We talked to Paul a few episodes ago about the success he has had teaching life lessons to kids of all colors through sports. 
    Back to Vern, you may know him from his current 11 year run at KPIX or previously as "Mr. Involvement", during his 22 years at KRON.  Vern started his career at a TV station near his hometown of Richmond, Virginia.  After 38 years in broadcasting, most of them while living in Marin and raising a family here, we wanted to ask him what it's like to be a public figure, a role model, and a Black man in this county that is 85% White. 
    Join us as Kalina and I continue our look at how Marin works. 
    Guests:  Vern Glenn, KPIX
    www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/personality/vernon-glenn/
    For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast

    • 42 min
    Jolly King Liquors

    Jolly King Liquors

    S1 | E24:  Welcome to our last drop of Season 1!
    Today, Kalina and I turned on the mics a little early, so you can join us in the room where it happens with Anil and Nidhi Dhir.  We are keeping it in the family today, father-and-daughter owners of Jolly King Liquors in Mill Valley.  
    Guests:  Anil and Nidhi Dhir, Jolly King Liquors
    www.yelp.com/biz/jolly-king-liquors-mill-valley
    For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast

    • 26 min
    San Rafael’s Citizen of the Year

    San Rafael’s Citizen of the Year

    S1 | E23:  MCYC is the Marin County Youth Commission, founded in 1969 to act as a political voice for young people.  Today we sit down with the Commission's coordinator, Samantha Ramirez, who has dedicated her career so far to the San Rafael schools, where she was once a student.  This year, she was recognized for her efforts with a special honor.  Stay tuned as Kalina and I get schooled on how Marin works.  
    Guests:  Samantha Ramirez, San Rafael's Citizen of the Year
    www.yli.org/program/marin-county-youth-commission
    For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast

    • 33 min
    Carroceria Collision

    Carroceria Collision

    S1 | E22:  What do a pickup truck, a Valentines Day dance and an auto body shop have in common?  You'll have to meet the Llamas family to find out.  And what's funny is everyone in their auto body business has a different answer.   But, whatever the family stories are, one thing they all agree on is how the parts fit together, at home and at work - it starts with a strong foundation.  Join us for a conversation with a father-daughter duo whose Novato business, Carroceria Collision, needs no repair as we continue to navigate how Marin works. 
    Guests:  Jorge and Elizabeth Llamas, Carroceria Collision
    www.carroceriacollision.com
    For more information on today’s episode follow us on Instagram at weareonemarin_podcast

    • 27 min

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