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The Better Modesto Show
by Better Modesto Show
Chris Ricci, Demitrius Snaer, Nico Solorio and Ulisses Vasquez crack open their similarities, dive deep into their differences, ring the bell on social and systemic issues, and challenge each other to benefit Modesto's inner framework through special guests and engaging conversations.
Episodes
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#107 - Zach Drivon talks California Cannabis Industry
Zach Drivon joins Chris and discusses the challenges facing Cannabis in California from business, to local taxes, to the black market.
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#106 - Brittany Welch, The Climb West-Coast Regional Manager for Postpartum Support International (PSI)
Join Ulisses Vasquez, co-host of the Better Modesto show on KFIV 1360 & live on the iHeartRadio app, as he welcomes a very special guest, Brittany Welch, The Climb West-Coast regional manager for Postpartum Support International (PSI). While co-host Chris Ricci is away in Japan, Ulisses engages…
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#105 - Trish Christensen, President-CEO of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce
In the latest episode of the Better Modesto show, listeners are treated to an insightful conversation with special guest Trish Christensen from the Modesto Chamber of Commerce. Hosted by Ulisses Vasquez & co-host Chris Ricci, City Council Member for District 3, the episode delves into Trish's...
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#104 - Nick Bavaro, City Council Member for District 4
In this new episode of The Better Modesto Show we tune in on a discussion about the heart of community issues & governance, hosted by Ulisses Vasquez & Chris Ricci, & joined by their very special guest, City Council Member for District 4, Nick Bavaro. Additionally, discussion on the complexities…
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#103 - Ulisses & Chris
Cohosts Ulisses Vasquez & Chris Ricci invite listeners to tune in to a discussion regarding the pulse of community initiatives & the power of collective action. This podcast delves into the journey from grassroots efforts to city-wide impact. Listeners will discover how small actions can lead to...
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#102 - Todd Aaronson, Visit Modesto
In this episode of Better Modesto, Chris interviews Todd Aaronson from Visit Modesto! They delve into the recent attention Modesto has received from the New York Times about our community's spectacular Almond Blossom Cruise. The conversation then shifts to the growing need for new hotels in…
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#101 - Ana M. Andrade, Central Valley Regional Director of Able Works
In this illuminating episode of the Better Modesto Show, co-hosts Ulisses Vasquez & Chris Ricci delve into the crucial topic of financial literacy alongside esteemed guest Ana M. Andrade. Ana, a transformative leader with a diverse background in criminal justice, leadership studies, community...
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#100 - Emmanuel Escamilla, Co-founder of Debrief Methodologies
Join co-hosts Ulisses and Chris as they delve into a thought-provoking discussion on the impact of Debrief Methodologies in Modesto with co-founder Emmanuel Escamilla. Emmanuel shares his personal journey, growing up in the Southside of Modesto and his passion for supporting marginalized...
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#99 - Ulisses & Chris discuss city updates & movie nostalgia
Join hosts Ulisses Vasquez, & City Council Member Chris Ricci navigate an eclectic conversation that ranges from general city updates to the nostalgia of movies!
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#98 - Jerry Thompson, Member with the Cruising Culture of Modesto
Join co-host Chris Ricci & Ulisses Vasquez in this dynamic episode of The Better Modesto Show. Join us as we delve into the vibrant cruising culture of Modesto with our special guest, Jerry Thompson. As a dedicated member of the cruising community, Jerry brings a wealth of knowledge and passion…
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#97- Chelsie Webster, CEO of Modesto Children's Museum
Embark on a captivating journey with co-hosts Ulisses Vasquez and City Councilperson Chris Ricci as they delve into the enchanting world of Modesto Children's Museum with special guest CEO Chelsie Webster. In this engaging episode, discover Chelsie's personal joys in the Modesto community and the...
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#96- Erin Nelson, Founding Executive Director of Jessica's House: Navigating Grief
In this heartfelt episode of The Better Modesto Show, join host Ulisses Vasquez in a deeply moving conversation with Erin Nelson, the Founding Executive Director of Jessica's House. Erin shares her personal journey that led her to establish Jessica's House and the profound significance of…
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#95- Amanda Hughes, Executive Director for Stanislaus 2030: Strategy for a Thriving Future
In an insightful dialogue, co-hosts Ulisses Vasquez and city council member Chris Ricci engage in a compelling conversation with Amanda Hughes, the dedicated Executive Director of Stanislaus 2030. This interview delves into the journey, vision, and goals that define the trajectory of Stanislaus...
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#94- Karen Warner, CEO of BEAM Circular: Shaping Tomorrow's Local Economy
In this captivating episode of the Better Modesto Show, co-hosted by Ulisses Vasquez and City Council Member Chris Ricci, we delve into the future of sustainability with Karen Warner, the visionary CEO of BEAM Circular. BEAM Circular, a groundbreaking initiative that launched in January 2023 with…
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#93- Chris talks the future of Digital in Modesto with Monica Escamilla and Digital Nest
Chris talks the future of Digital in Modesto with Monica Escamilla and Digital Nest
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#92- Supervisor Terry Withrow: Leading Stanislaus County into the Future
Join hosts Ulisses Vasquez, City Council Member Chris Ricci and Nico Solorio, in an insightful conversation with Stanislaus County Supervisor, District 3, Terry Withrow. Supervisor Withrow shares his journey into local government and his commitment to public service, shedding light on the vital...
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#91- Building a Better Modesto: A Conversation with Chris Murphy
In this spirited episode of the Better Modesto Show, host Ulisses Vasquez and co-host, City Council Member Chris Ricci, sit down with Modesto Advocate and the founder/publisher of Modesto View, Chris Murphy. This passionate conversation delves into the shared vision of individuals dedicated to...
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#90 Nico and Chris talk making Modesto Better from homelessness to nights out!
Join Nico and Chris talking about the challenges of dealing with homelessness to things we've been doing on nights out in Modesto!
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#89 Chris @ Dave White Talk Future Modesto
What kinds of things do we need to do to develop Modesto into a better place? What do the industries of the future look like? How do we improve our quality of life? Where are the jobs of the future in Stanislaus County.
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#88- Cultivating Sustainability: Nourishing Communities with Meriam Jacobs from East Stanislaus RCD
Join host Ulisses Vasquez in a captivating conversation with Meriam Jacobs, the Education Coordinator at East Stanislaus Resource Conservation District (RCD). Meriam shares her journey growing up in Stanislaus County and how she found her path to joining East Stan RCD, a hub of innovative…
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#87-Nico & Ulisses talk about Empowering Modesto's Youth: Stories of Impact and Change
Join hosts Nico and Ulisses in a heartfelt conversation about the challenges that both individuals and youth face in Modesto. In this episode, we delve into the profound impact that each person can have on the young minds in our community. Through inspiring stories and insightful discussions…
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#86- Inspiring Change: A Candid Conversation with Rachel Hernandez, Riverbank's Vice-Mayor & City Councilmember
Join hosts Chris and Ulisses as they sit down with special guest, Rachel Hernandez, Riverbank's Vice-Mayor & City Councilmember District 2. In this enlightening episode, Rachel shares her journey into politics, the unique challenges she's faced as a woman in leadership, and her proudest...
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#85- Navigating Hope: A Conversation with Frank Silva on Addiction, Awareness of Fentanyl Crisis, and Community
Join hosts Chris and Ulisses as they welcome special guest Frank Silva, SOR Patient Navigator at Aegis Treatment Centers and Substance Abuse Counselor, to the Better Modesto Show. In this heartfelt episode, Frank shares his personal journey and passion for our community. Learn more about his…
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#84- Ulisses & Christian talk with MoBand leaders George Gardner and Brad Hart.
Join hosts Ulisses Vasquez and Christian Fletcher as they sit down with George Gardner, the Band Director, and Brad Hart, the Band Manager and Assistant Director, of the Modesto Band of Stanislaus County (MoBand). In this special episode, they discuss the rich history and legacy of MoBand, from…
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#83 Demitrius and Chris talk with Steve Aristotelous about Soccer in Modesto
Soccer is growing in Modesto. In this week's pod we talk with Coach Steve Aristolelous about coaching soccer in town, his journey as a coach and his philosophy on developing players.
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#82 Nico, Chris, and Tom Helme Talk Zero Waste in Modesto.
#82 Nico, Chris, and Tom Helme Talk Zero Waste in Modesto. Should the incinerator in Stanislaus be closed? What kinds of things can we do to protect our local environment? Tom Helme from Valley Improvement Projects educates on what a better future can look like.
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#81 Demitrius, Nico, and Chris talk about false narratives about California, the changes to local media and what we can do about it, and even illegal fireworks on the 4th of July
#81 Demitrius, Nico, and Chris talk about false narratives about California, the changes to local media and what we can do about it, and even illegal fireworks on the 4th of July
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#80 Chris Ricci talks about taking good ideas, making them happen, and making Modesto Better.
Join Ulisses Vasquez, Chris Ricci, and Demitrius Snaer as they talk about what it is like taking ideas, bringing them to life, and how we can work together to make Modesto better.
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#79 Parker Caston talks about his new short film "Cuffed"
Join us on the Better Modesto show as we interview local filmmaker Parker Caston as he talks about his new short film called "cuffed" that will be showing at the State Theater in Modesto on June 18th, 2023.
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#78-Charlie Nguyen, Chief Advocate for ChalkWild
Join us on the Better Modesto Show as we chat with Charlie Nguyen, the Chief Advocate for ChalkWild, about his inspiring journey in creating the world's first Wearable & Erasable Art Canvas. Through his company, Charlie has helped empower youth to express their individuality and creativity…
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Ukrainian Mayors, Modesto Sister Cities International
Join us on the Better Modesto Show as we sit down with Ukrainian mayors who are leading their cities through a time of crisis. Despite their country being in a state of war, these brave and courageous mayors have continued to serve and lead their communities with strength and resilience. In this...
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#76- Juan Alanis, CA State Assemblymember- 22nd Assembly District
Join us on the Better Modesto Show as we sit down with California State Assemblymember Juan Alanis for a deep dive into the world of state politics. From navigating the complexities of government to representing our community with integrity, Juan shares his insights and experiences as a leader in...
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#75- John Griffin III, Motivational Speaker/ Success Coach- THOR Consulting Company
Get ready to be inspired and motivated with our latest episode featuring the one and only John Griffin III, a renowned Radio Talk Show Host for I-ON-MODESTO, Motivational Speaker, and Success Coach. Join us as we dive into his story and explore how he helps people achieve their dreams and goals....
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#74- What is the future of Modesto ?
In this week's episode, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the future of Modesto. Our hosts, Ulisses Vasquez, Nico Solorio, Christian Fletcher, and Chris Ricci, explore the idea of building taller buildings in our city and the potential benefits and drawbacks. They also discuss the...
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#73- Dulce Piceno, Summer Youth, Stanislaus County Workforce Development
Local internships for teens & young adults 17-21 and you get paid! Sign me up! We had the pleasure to be joined by our guest Family Specialist at Stanislaus County Workforce Development, Dulce Piceno who talks about growing up in the county, the Stanislaus County Workforce Development services…
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#72- Edgar Garibay, Tuolumne River Trust
Water is vital part of the flourishing of our community! We had the pleasure to be joined by our guest Edgar Garibay, Central Valley Program Director for Tuolumne River Trust who talks about policy, new projects, and the impact TRT is having on our community. This episode was co-hosted by Nico...
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#71- Austin Grant, Black History Month & United Black Student Unions of California
Black History Month celebrates not only the accomplishments of Black individuals from the past, but also the achievements of those in the present-day. We were honored to be joined by our guest Austin Grant, Black History Month Chair & Central Region President of the United Black Student Unions of...
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#70- Hector Morales & ChatGPT, Friendships
Artificial Intelligence was part of our conversation this episode! We let the A.I. Program, Chat GPT guide our conversation and chime into our conversation. We were joined by guest host Hector Morales who got the conversation started about the importance of friendships. Co-host Ulisses Vasquez,...
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#69- Marvin Jacobo
Listen to a bridge builder in our community! We sit down with CEO of City Ministry Network Marvin Jacobo and have a wonderful conversation hearing his story, the Latino Leadership Initiative origins, and developing leaders representative of our communities demographics. Host Chris Ricci is back,...
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#68- New Years 2023 with Demitrius, Nico, Christian, & Ulisses
Happy New Year to all our listeners! The team discusses new year, bomb cyclones, national politics, and much more. Let us know what guests you want or thoughts about the show by emailing us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @bettermodestoshow
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#67- Jim Kruse
Housing is an important topic in our growing city! Executive Director at Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority, Jim Kruse joins host Coach Demitrius Snaer, City Councilperson Chris Ricci, and Producer Christian Fletcher to talk about housing projects & services that run through the Regional…
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#66- Dr. Shontinese Huey
Let's talk about mental health! Founder and owner of Lighthouse Psychological Services… A Beacon of Light Inc., Dr. Shontinese Huey joins the Better Modesto Show and talks with Ulisses Vasquez, Christian Fletcher and Chris Ricci about mental health, her story, and emotional dysregulation and so...
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#65- Donna Linder
How do elections run in our county? Where does a person get a marriage license? Passport Services? Clerk Recorder & Registrar of Voters, Donna Linder joins host Ulisses Vasquez and City Councilperson Chris Ricci to talk about the vital role the Stanislaus County Clerk / Recorder / Registrar of...
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#64- Jeremiah Williams, Candidate for Modesto City Council District 5
"It's a good day in the neighborhood" Candidate for Modesto City Council District 5 Jeremiah Williams sits down with the Better Modesto Show and talks with City Councilperson Chris Ricci, MJC Instructor/Coach Demitrius Snaer, Producer Christian Fletcher and Community Advocate Nico Solorio about...
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#63- Nick Bavaro talks candidacy for Modesto City Council
Candidate for Modesto City Council District 4 Nick Bavaro the Better Modesto Show and talks with Ulisses Vasquez, Demitrius Snaer, Christian Fletcher and Chris Ricci about campaigning, platform, Wisdom Teeth..., and so much more. This is right before Halloween, so we added some spooky music!
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#62 - Eric Alvarez
Candidate for Modesto City Council District 2 Eric Alvarez returns to the Better Modesto Show and talks with Nico Solorio, Demitrius Snaer, and Chris Ricci about campaigning, platform, and so much more.
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#61 - Chad Brown & Measure L
Modesto City Schools Board of Trustee Chad Brown joins Chris, Demitrius, and Ulisses to discuss education and how Measure L will benefit the future of Modesto.
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#60 - Wade Patton
Chris and Ulisses dive deep into the subject of youth empowerment with Wade Patton, a strong youth advocate, and the Alliance Manager for youth in the City Ministry Network.
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#59 We're Back on Spotify! - Fallon Ferris
Fallon Farris joins Jim and future host Nico Solorio to talk about her roles as a cofounder of YEP and Modesto City School's Equity, she also dives into her role as an Interventions specalist.
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#58 - Stanislaus 2030 Panel
Yamilet Valladolid, Catherine Larson, and Derek Ayera join Chris and Jim to discuss Stanislaus 2030 and the project's goals moving forward.
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Chris Ricci, Demitrius Snaer, Nico Solorio and Ulisses Vasquez crack open their similarities, dive deep into their differences, ring the bell on social and systemic issues, and challenge each other to benefit Modesto's inner framework through special guests and engaging conversations.
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