Anna Camp-Smith is a passionate advocate for Bakersfield, unendingly enthusiastic about its potential. As a columnist for the Bakersfield Californian and the co-owner of Sage Equities, a local commercial real estate firm with focus on Downtown, Anna is helping re-write the narrative of Bakersfield to promote a more prosperous, thriving and innovative city.

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A Case for Bakersfield by Anna Camp Smith

In this episode, we speak with Anne-Natasha Pinckney, Executive Director of The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity who also teaches The LGBTQ+ Experience in the U.S at CSUB. We discuss the importance of representation and the impact of celebrating diversity.

PRIDE at The Center (w/ Anne-Natasha Pinckney)

In this episode we speak with Katelyn Yates, Sr. Manager for the Wonderful Company’s philanthropy team and Downtown Bakersfield local. Katelyn shares about her journey to the bustlin urban core, her amazing work with The Wonderful Company, and why she chooses to call Bakersfield home.

It's A Wonderful World with Katelyn Yates

In this episode, HelloBakersfield talks with Dr. Michael Burroughs, Director of the Kegley Institute of Ethics at CSU Bakersfield. Join us for a interesting conversation on ethics and beyond!

The Ethics Expert (with Dr. Michael Burroughs)

Welcome back for Season 3! In this episode, the hellobakersfield team talks with Mitchall Patel to learn about the services available to our community related to mental health.

Here's to your mental health! (with Mitchall Patel)

In this very special episode, hellobakersfield speaks with Aimme Esinoza, Kern County Assistant Auditor-Controller-County Clerk . Join us as we dive into how local elections are held right here in Kern County and what measures our local government is taking to protect citzens voting rights during the pandemic. For local voting information visit: https://kernvote.org/ And remember, vote like your democracy depends on it! Because it does.

Vote Like Your Democracy Depends On It!

This week we speak with local business woman and hairinfluencer, Keandra Sandifer. Keandra shares how she was inspired to start her business and what life is like running a successful online business with celebrity clients. Keandra's Bakersfield-based company, Knappy Hair is helping women redefine their natural essence.

Natural Essence with Keandra Sandifer of Knappy Hair

This week we speak with Bakersfield's new City Manager, Christian Clegg! Clegg shares his passion for community-oriented leadership and his commitment to reinventing local government. He chats with us about his experience engaging external partners to build legislative advocacy programs, managing regional collective impact strategies, implementing priority special projects for the City of Stockton, and his vision for Bakersfield.

Talking To The Manager (with Christian Clegg)

Hello Bakersfield! Art After Dark is taking over the show for a roundtable discussion and live performances with local music historians and performers for a deep dive into all things Bakersfield Sound. In conjunction with BMoA’s upcoming exhibition The Bakersfield Sound: Roll Out the Red Carpet, this special bonus episode celebrates Bakersfield’s unique music history and explores its application in today’s modern context. Round Table includes: Robert Price, Vince Galindo, Jennifer Keel Faughn, Jim Shaw, David Anderson, and Rachel Magnus recorded live at Aum Studio.

The Bakersfield Sound: Roll Out the Red Carpet

Sarah Hendrick is the director of Alumni Engagement at CSU Bakersfield. Listen-in as we chat about her experience growing up with a Bako-famous father, how she ended up working with alumni at her alma mater, and her outlook on life in Bakersfield.

Runners Up with Sarah Hendrick

Kelly Damian is a teacher and a writer who has lived in Bakersfield for 14 years.

Back to Class with Kelly Damian

Traco Matthews is local community leader and social pastor with a passion for bringing people together. Join us as we learn more about him on today's episode!

S.H.I.N.E Bright with Traco Matthews

Richard Yoshimura began his career at the Patina Restaurant Group as the sous chef of the pastries. In his 5 year stint, he catered the Emmy awards, the Hollywood Bowl, and LACMA. He later became the pastry chef of Cafe Del Rey in Marina Del Rey, the opening chef of MILK in Los Angeles, and most recently, the co-owner of Moo Creamery in Bakersfield. After 20 years in the restaurant business, Richard is now the chef instructor of The Kitchen.

In the Kitchen with Richard Yoshimura

Our guest today is Maddie Janssen, the anchor for the Emmy Award winning 17 News at Sunrise and News at Noon, as well as a reporter and producer. As a reporter and anchor with KGET since 2009, Maddie finds it a privilege to inform the community about the important topics and amazing people of Kern County.

Good Morning Bakersfield! (with Maddie Janssen)

Zane Smith is the executive director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County, a position he has held for more than two decades. A transplant to the Bakersfield area, Zane shares his experience moving to Bakersfield and how an artsy college kid found his life’s calling doing whatever it takes so that every child is able to reach their full potential.

We Be Clubbin' with Zane Smith

Something amazing is happening in Bakersfield, CA. The once small-town has doubled in its' population over the past twenty years. Now the 9th largest city in California, the growing community is experiencing a cultural shift as it welcomes a more diverse population while still valuing its' rich history, honoring the traditions, institutions and values that have made us who we are. Join us as we explore the dynamic people, places and culture of our community.

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