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EPISODE · Jan 24, 2026 · 25 MIN

Inclusion in Action: Pro Basketball Veterans Build Bridges On and Off The Court

from Spotlight on the Community · host Cloudcast

Dr. Rebecca Celes Mendiola, CEO of Collective Impact Solutions, is joined by Dr. Matt Doyle, Superintendent of the Vista Unified School District; Fred Buggs, CEO of Synergy Youth & Communities, Inc.; and NBA veterans Jud Buechler and Olden Polynice to talk about an inclusive basketball camp and conference organized by Collective Impact Solutions, Vista Unified School District, and Synergy Youth and Community Incorporated. The camp, to be held on February 6-7, features NBA veterans and aims to foster belonging and opportunities for students with special needs. The conference which will take place on February 11 at CSUSM, emphasizes parent-led efforts and inclusive education. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Dr. Rebecca Celes Mendiola, CEO of Collective Impact Solutions, is joined by Dr. Matt Doyle, Superintendent of the Vista Unified School District; Fred Buggs, CEO of Synergy Youth & Communities, Inc.; and NBA veterans Jud Buechler and Olden Polynice to talk about an inclusive basketball camp and conference organized by Collective Impact Solutions, Vista Unified School District, and Synergy Youth and Community Incorporated. The camp, to be held on February 6-7, features NBA veterans and aims to foster belonging and opportunities for students with special needs. The conference which will take place on February 11 at CSUSM, emphasizes parent-led efforts and inclusive education. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

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