Public Comment

Check out Public Comment podcast episode 55 with guest Jeri Hansen, President & CEO of the Napa Chamber of Commerce. Jeri talks about the role of the Napa Chamber to support business members while also building an economic development strategy for the future. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #napachamberofcommerce #CommunityConversations #economicdevelopment  New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Check out Public Comment podcast episode 55 with guest Jeri Hansen, President & CEO of the Napa Chamber of Commerce. Jeri talks about the role of the Napa Chamber to support business members while also building an economic development strategy for the future. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #napachamberofcommerce #CommunityConversations #economicdevelopment  New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Welcome to "Public Comment" episode 54 as we go head to head about current events in Napa Valley. First on the topic list is the letter submitted by the four main wine industry groups requesting regulatory relief from Napa County. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.  

Welcome to "Public Comment" episode 54 as we go head to head about current events in Napa Valley. First on the topic list is the letter submitted by the four main wine industry groups requesting regulatory relief from Napa County. #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.  

Welcome to episode 53 of Public Comment podcast with our guest, sculpture artist Mario Chiodo, whose art career ranges from Halloween creatures to sculptures and now to building monuments that represent social justice and peace. Chiodo Art Development #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #monsterstomonuments New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Welcome to episode 53 of Public Comment podcast with our guest, sculpture artist Mario Chiodo, whose art career ranges from Halloween creatures to sculptures and now to building monuments that represent social justice and peace. Chiodo Art Development #PublicComment #napa #napavalley #winecountry #CommunityConversations #monsterstomonuments New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Welcome to Episode 52 of Public Comment podcast with guest Benjamin Martinez, president of RLM Enterprises, a Napa-based commercial painting and construction company, and co-owner of Napa Valley Car Club. We learn what it's like to run a second-generation commercial business, while also launching an exotic car and social membership club. New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Welcome to Episode 52 of Public Comment podcast with guest Benjamin Martinez, president of RLM Enterprises, a Napa-based commercial painting and construction company, and co-owner of Napa Valley Car Club. We learn what it's like to run a second-generation commercial business, while also launching an exotic car and social membership club. New full episodes publish Mondays on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook.

Enjoy Episode 51 of our Public Comment podcast with Napa Valley StreamFest co-founder Fearon May DeWeese as we chat about year two for the festival happening downtown Napa April 23-26. Go to Napa Valley StreamFest for details and to buy passes.

Enjoy Episode 51 of our Public Comment podcast with Napa Valley StreamFest co-founder Fearon May DeWeese as we chat about year two for the festival happening downtown Napa April 23-26. Go to Napa Valley StreamFest for details and to buy passes.

We are proud to present Episode 50 of "Public Comment"! Our guest is Katie Hamilton Shaffer, founder of Feast it Forward, as we talk about her career and the recent launch of Rotation by Feast It Forward in Napa's Oxbow Market. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa #FeastItForward Check out our podcasts on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook. Full episodes are posted on Mondays.

We are proud to present Episode 50 of "Public Comment"! Our guest is Katie Hamilton Shaffer, founder of Feast it Forward, as we talk about her career and the recent launch of Rotation by Feast It Forward in Napa's Oxbow Market. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa #FeastItForward Check out our podcasts on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Facebook. Full episodes are posted on Mondays.

Welcome to Episode 49 of "Public Comment" with guest Joe Nordlinger of Napa Firewise as we discuss a potential sales tax measure that would raise money to support wildfire protection and open space preservation in Napa County. #napafirewise #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 49 of "Public Comment" with guest Joe Nordlinger of Napa Firewise as we discuss a potential sales tax measure that would raise money to support wildfire protection and open space preservation in Napa County. #napafirewise #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 48 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is U.S. Representative Mike Thompson, the incumbent running for reelection in Congressional District 4. We talk about his memories of growing up in Napa Valley, his three decades in public service, and his thoughts about political discourse today. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa #MikeThompsonForCongress

Welcome to Episode 48 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is U.S. Representative Mike Thompson, the incumbent running for reelection in Congressional District 4. We talk about his memories of growing up in Napa Valley, his three decades in public service, and his thoughts about political discourse today. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa #MikeThompsonForCongress

Welcome to Episode 47 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Eric Jones, who is a Democratic candidate for Congress in District 4. We talk about his personal journey, what has motivated him to run for public office, and his impressions about politics and public discourse today. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #ericjonesforcongress 

Welcome to Episode 47 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Eric Jones, who is a Democratic candidate for Congress in District 4. We talk about his personal journey, what has motivated him to run for public office, and his impressions about politics and public discourse today. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #ericjonesforcongress 

Welcome to a short bonus episode of our "Public Comment" podcast. In this format, we talk briefly about some of the latest local happenings in Napa Valley in February and early March. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 46 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, back by popular demand is our "5 for 5" speed topics format! We discuss five topics for less than five minutes each: Napa Valley redevelopment opportunities, new county government fees, new vineyard tastings state law, the county general plan update, and Napa's economic vitality. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 46 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, back by popular demand is our "5 for 5" speed topics format! We discuss five topics for less than five minutes each: Napa Valley redevelopment opportunities, new county government fees, new vineyard tastings state law, the county general plan update, and Napa's economic vitality. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 45 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is longtime Yountville business owner Scott Lewis, founder of V Wine Cellar and partner in Pancha's saloon. We discuss Scott's career in hospitality and wine, the resurrection of Napa Valley's most iconic watering hole, and his perspective on wine, tourism and life in Napa Valley. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #VWineCellar #Panchas

Welcome to Episode 45 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is longtime Yountville business owner Scott Lewis, founder of V Wine Cellar and partner in Pancha's saloon. We discuss Scott's career in hospitality and wine, the resurrection of Napa Valley's most iconic watering hole, and his perspective on wine, tourism and life in Napa Valley. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #VWineCellar #Panchas

Welcome to Episode 44 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Bill Dodd, Napa native and former elected official recently retired after 25 years of public service. We talk with Bill about his 14 years on the Napa County Board of Supervisors, a combined 10 years in the California State Assembly and Senate, and his thoughts about government leadership today. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #DoddandChaabanStrategiesLLC

Welcome to Episode 44 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Bill Dodd, Napa native and former elected official recently retired after 25 years of public service. We talk with Bill about his 14 years on the Napa County Board of Supervisors, a combined 10 years in the California State Assembly and Senate, and his thoughts about government leadership today. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #DoddandChaabanStrategiesLLC

Welcome to Episode 43 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our first guest of Season 3 is Chef Ken Frank, owner of La Toque Restaurant at the Westin Verasa Napa. We talk about how he turned his passion for food and cooking at a young age into a highly-acclaimed culinary career. We also talk about making the most of opportunities, the challenges of hospitality and tourism, and the need for a family culture in the kitchen. #latoquerestaurant #westinverasanapa #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa 

Welcome to Episode 43 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our first guest of Season 3 is Chef Ken Frank, owner of La Toque Restaurant at the Westin Verasa Napa. We talk about how he turned his passion for food and cooking at a young age into a highly-acclaimed culinary career. We also talk about making the most of opportunities, the challenges of hospitality and tourism, and the need for a family culture in the kitchen. #latoquerestaurant #westinverasanapa #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa 

We're back! After taking a brief hiatus, our Season 3 Preview episode is here. Get ready to hear more candid conversations about local issues and be introduced to some of Napa Valley's most engaging people. We'll continue to talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Find "Public Comment" on our regular platforms: YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and Facebook. Email us at [email protected] to share your comments about this podcast. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa 

We're back! After taking a brief hiatus, our Season 3 Preview episode is here. Get ready to hear more candid conversations about local issues and be introduced to some of Napa Valley's most engaging people. We'll continue to talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Find "Public Comment" on our regular platforms: YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and Facebook. Email us at [email protected] to share your comments about this podcast. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa 

Welcome to Episode 41 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we wrap up Season 2 with a look back at some of the topics and guests we had in our second season. We also talk about what's next on the agenda for Season 3, which will kick off in January. Email us at [email protected] to share your comments about what you'd like to see and hear next season. Cheers and Happy Holidays! #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa 

Welcome to Episode 41 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we wrap up Season 2 with a look back at some of the topics and guests we had in our second season. We also talk about what's next on the agenda for Season 3, which will kick off in January. Email us at [email protected] to share your comments about what you'd like to see and hear next season. Cheers!

Welcome to Episode 40 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Dr. Amy Herold, M.D., who has many titles. Among them are Chief Medical Officer and Chief Administrative Officer for Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center, and OB/GYN. We talk about the state of public health care, the challenges of providing medical services during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the unique joy of assisting during childbirths. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #queenofthevalley

Welcome to Episode 40 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Dr. Amy Herold, M.D., who has many titles. Among them are Chief Medical Officer and Chief Administrative Officer for Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center, and OB/GYN. We talk about the state of public health care, the challenges of providing medical services during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the unique joy of assisting during childbirths. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #queenofthevalley

Welcome to Episode 39 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, the "5 for 5" format is back! We discuss five topics for no more than five minutes each: Napa Valley's 2025 wine harvest, "pop up" vineyard tastings, Napa Valley Standard and other special events, the cultural makeup of local construction workforce, and the relationship between housing and economic development. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 39 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, the "5 for 5" format is back! We discuss five topics for no more than five minutes each: Napa Valley's 2025 wine harvest, "pop up" vineyard tastings, Napa Valley Standard and other special events, the cultural makeup of local construction workforce, and the relationship between housing and economic development. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 38 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Mark Dommen, Executive Chef at Hestan Napa restaurant. We talk about his career working in several highly-acclaimed restaurants around the world, including helping launch Julia's Kitchen at Copia in Napa. He earned Michelin-star honors while elevating One Market Restaurant into one of the most iconic restaurants in San Francisco. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #hestannapa

Welcome to Episode 38 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Mark Dommen, Executive Chef at Hestan Napa restaurant. We talk about his career working in several highly-acclaimed restaurants around the world, including helping launch Julia's Kitchen at Copia in Napa. He earned Michelin-star honors while elevating One Market Restaurant into one of the most iconic restaurants in San Francisco. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #hestannapa

Welcome to Episode 37 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Kelly Carter, founder of Napa Valley Noir concierge services, an acclaimed author and a communications consultant. We discuss her unique life journey and how she curates memorable experiences for guests in the North Bay wine country. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #napavalleynoir

Welcome to Episode 37 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Kelly Carter, founder of Napa Valley Noir concierge services, an acclaimed author and a communications consultant. We discuss her unique life journey and how she curates memorable experiences for guests in the North Bay wine country. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #napavalleynoir

Welcome to Episode 36 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Sonia Tolbert, Chief Development Officer for Communicare+OLE and Owner of Playbook Strategies Group. We talk about Sonia's development career and her thoughts about non-profits and philanthropy in Napa Valley. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #philanthropy #playbookstrategiesgroup

Welcome to Episode 36 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Sonia Tolbert, Chief Development Officer for Communicare+OLE and Owner of Playbook Strategies Group. We talk about Sonia's development career and her thoughts about non-profits and philanthropy in Napa Valley. #napavalley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #communityconversations #napa #philanthropy #playbookstrategiesgroup

Welcome to Episode 35 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we discuss new speed round topics. Calling it "5 for 5", we discuss five topics for no more than five minutes each: City of Napa street repaving, local officials and statewide engagement, the life of a grower/vintner, county development impact fees, and special interest group opposition to projects. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 35 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we discuss new speed round topics. Calling it "5 for 5", we discuss five topics for no more than five minutes each: City of Napa street repaving, local officials and statewide engagement, the life of a grower/vintner, county development impact fees, and special interest group opposition to projects. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 34 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Alonso Corona, Chief Executive Officer of the Napa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and entrepreneur. We talk about Alonso's leadership and vision for the Hispanic Chamber, as well as his nearly two decades as owner/operator of Greene's Cleaners in Napa. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa #greenescleaners 

Welcome to Episode 34 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. Our guest is Alonso Corona, Chief Executive Officer of the Napa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and entrepreneur. We talk about Alonso's leadership and vision for the Hispanic Chamber, as well as his nearly two decades as owner/operator of Greene's Cleaners in Napa. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa #greenescleaners 

Welcome to Episode 33 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we switch up our format. Calling it "3 for 10", we discuss three topics for no more than 10 minutes each: the purchase of Harvest Middle School by the City of Napa, Napa's active downtown redevelopment project, and the Napa Valley Vintners presentation to County officials about the status of the wine industry. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 33 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we switch up our format. Calling it "3 for 10", we discuss three topics for no more than 10 minutes each: the purchase of Harvest Middle School by the City of Napa, Napa's active downtown redevelopment project, and the Napa Valley Vintners presentation to County officials about the status of the wine industry. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 32 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we have a heartfelt conversation with Arik Housley. We start talking about his Napa Valley roots and his business ventures. Later, we discuss the tragedy Arik and his family experienced with the loss of his daughter, Alaina, in a mass shooting in November of 2018. Following that tragedy, he described how Alaina's Voice has been heard and inspired hope and help in our Napa community and beyond. #alainasvoice #hopefulcommunities #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 32 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. This episode, we have a heartfelt conversation with Arik Housley. We start talking about his Napa Valley roots and his business ventures. Later, we discuss the tragedy Arik and his family experienced with the loss of his daughter, Alaina, in a mass shooting in November of 2018. Following that tragedy, he described how Alaina's Voice has been heard and inspired hope and help in our Napa community and beyond. #alainasvoice #hopefulcommunities #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa

Welcome to Episode 31 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. We continue our "Disclosures" as we talk about recent happenings in Napa Valley. This episode, we chat with self-titled local business owner Adam Housley. Adam's career spans minor league baseball, international news correspondent, multiple business owner, and soon-to-be published author. #NapaValley #publiccommentpodcast #winecountry #CommunityConversations #napa @TheHousleyLife @housleynapa @centuryoakwine