The Wonderland Podcast

25/08/2023

City of Escondido Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck Part 1

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/episodes/13470814

On our latest episode of Escondido's own The Wonderland Podcast; our brilliant Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck tells us about how Regal Escondido was able to remain here, discuss AgTech, the North County Mall, and learn about CEDS (Businesses, If you don't know what that means, click the link to listen!)

25/08/2023

City of Escondido Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck Part 2

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/episodes/13470759

On our latest episode of Escondido's own The Wonderland Podcast; our brilliant Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck tells us about how Regal Escondido was able to remain here, discuss AgTech, the North County mall, and learn about CEDS (Businesses, If you don't know what that means, click the link to listen!)

28/06/2023

Iconic Escondido Muralist Zane Kingcade Part 1
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Have you ever wondered where the ideas come from and who creates many of the murals around Escondido? Well that artist is Zane Kingcade, and he is JR’s guest on this episode of The Wonderland. Find out how Zane got his start, what the biggest, coolest mural he ever painted is, and what song he’d listen to for the rest of his life...
Gotta listen to know!

Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/episodes/13126470

28/06/2023

Iconic Escondido Muralist Zane Kingcade Part 2
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Have you ever wondered where the ideas come from and who creates many of the murals around Escondido? Well that artist is Zane Kingcade, and he is JR’s guest on this episode of The Wonderland. Find out how Zane got his start, what the biggest, coolest mural he ever painted is, and what song he’d listen to for the rest of his life...
Gotta listen to know!

Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/episodes/13128556

19/05/2023

City of Escondido Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck Part 2

Delve into the brilliant mind of Escondido's Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck
Jennifer shares her background and qualifications regarding all facets of fulfilling this very important role in our beautiful city.
Here her reminisce about her travels to indigenous villages and life's adventures...

We guarantee you will want to be friends with this amazing woman, and if you're lucky enough to know her; maybe practice the Spanish language together!

Delve into the brilliant mind of Escondido's Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck Jennifer shares her background and qualifications regarding all facets of fulfilling this very important role in our beautiful city. Here her...

19/05/2023

City of Escondido Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck Part 1

Delve into the brilliant mind of Escondido's Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck
Jennifer shares her background and qualifications regarding all facets of fulfilling this very important role in our beautiful city.
Here her reminisce about her travels to indigenous villages and life's adventures...

We guarantee you will want to be friends with this amazing woman, and if you're lucky enough to know her; maybe practice the Spanish language together!

Delve into the brilliant mind of Escondido's Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck Jennifer shares her background and qualifications regarding all facets of fulfilling this very important role in our beautiful city. Here her...

14/04/2023

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/12647316-neighborhood-healthcare-ceo-dr-rakesh-patel-part-1.mp3?download=true

Wonderland Podcast Season 1 Episode 41
Neighborhood Healthcare CEO Dr. Rakesh Patel Part 1

JR for episodes 41 and 42 is Dr. Rakesh Patel, the
CEO of Neighborhood Healthcare. Learn why Dr. Patel feels that healthcare
and helping others is his true calling. Learn what brought him to the Escondido
area, and the very unique thing he owns that he really should throw
out...You will never guess what it is...unless you listen!

Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!

14/04/2023

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/12647279-neighborhood-healthcare-ceo-dr-rakesh-patel-part-2.mp3?download=trueJoining

Wonderland Podcast Season 1 Episode 42
Neighborhood Healthcare CEO Dr. Rakesh Patel Part 2

JR for episodes 41 and 42 is Dr. Rakesh Patel, the
CEO of Neighborhood Healthcare. Learn why Dr. Patel feels that healthcare
and helping others is his true calling. Learn what brought him to the Escondido
area, and the very unique thing he owns that he really should throw
out...You will never guess what it is...unless you listen!

Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!

11/04/2023

James Rowten, President & CEO of the Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce. chats about the Chamber's 2nd Annual Green Transpo Expo on April 22; it's virtual directory; and "Escondido Eats."

10/11/2022

San Diego Symphony CEO Martha Gilmer - Part 1
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/episodes/11671745

10/11/2022

San Diego Symphony CEO Martha Gilmer - Part 2

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/episodes/11671675

27/09/2022

The Classical Academies' Cameron Curry Part 2

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an accredited Charter school in California? We learn that and SO much more from the CEO of The Classical Academies, Cameron Curry. In addition, find out how many students they serve with their amazing programs...
and what William Shatner did when Cameron asked him for an autograph!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an accredited Charter school in California? We learn that and SO much more from the CEO of The Classical Academies, Cameron Curry. In addition, find out how many students they serve with their amazing pro...

27/09/2022

The Classical Academies' Cameron Curry Part 1

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an accredited Charter school in California? We learn that and SO much more from the CEO of The Classical Academies, Cameron Curry. In addition, find out how many students they serve with their amazing programs...
and what William Shatner did when Cameron asked him for an autograph!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an accredited Charter school in California? We learn that and SO much more from the CEO of The Classical Academies, Cameron Curry. In addition, find out how many students they serve with their amazing pro...

19/08/2022

Wonderland Podcast host and Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce President/CEO James Rowten welcomes Escondido Downtown Business Association President Alex McLachlan.

Alex McLachlan was raised in Escondido and is an amazing advocate for our downtown businesses, we were so fascinated to hear his life's work.
Listen with us as he tell us his story in this 2 episode series.

Wonderland Podcast host and Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce President/CEO James Rowten welcomes Escondido Downtown Business Association President Alex McLachlan. Alex McLachlan was raised in Escondido and is an amazing advocate for our down...

19/08/2022

Wonderland Podcast host and Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce President/CEO James Rowten welcomes Escondido Downtown Business Association President Alex McLachlan.

Alex McLachlan was raised in Escondido and is an amazing advocate for our downtown businesses, we were so fascinated to hear his life's work.
Listen with us as he tell us his story in this 2 episode series.

Wonderland Podcast host and Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce President/CEO James Rowten welcomes Escondido Downtown Business Association President Alex McLachlan. Alex McLachlan was raised in Escondido and is an amazing advocate for our down...

27/06/2022

Social Media Maven Patti Thompson Part 2
Have you ever wanted to hear the story behind the Facebook group “Escondido Friends”? Now you can! As founder and long-time resident Patti Thompson tells JR about her real estate background, why she started her Escondido Friends group, if she considers herself an influencer, and what still drives her to do SO much for the Escondido community.
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast on Buzz Sprout!

Have you ever wanted to hear the story behind the Facebook group “Escondido Friends”? Now you can! As founder and long-time resident Patti Thompson tells JR about her real estate background, why she started her Escondido Friends group, if she cons...

27/06/2022

Social Media Maven Patti Thompson Part 1
Have you ever wanted to hear the story behind the Facebook group “Escondido Friends”? Now you can! As founder and long-time resident Patti Thompson tells JR about her real estate background, why she started her Escondido Friends group, if she considers herself an influencer, and what still drives her to do SO much for the Escondido community.
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast on Buzz Sprout!

Have you ever wanted to hear the story behind the Facebook group “Escondido Friends”? Now you can! As founder and long-time resident Patti Thompson tells JR about her real estate background, why she started her Escondido Friends group, if she cons...

24/05/2022

Our newest episodes are live!

Get to know the newest member of the Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce, Ruth Romero. She is the new Director of Growth & Development at the Chamber and has a rich history here in Inland North County. From the guitar legends Los Romeros t...

18/04/2022

2022 is an election year, and joining JR on the most recent episodes is Mayoral candidate, Dane White. Find out why he wants to be Escondido’s next Mayor, learn the main issues he wants to address if elected, and how his past shaped the man he became.

Episodes 29 and 30 are out now!

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07/04/2022

This week on The Wonderland Podcast, listen as JR speaks with one of our area leaders in
education, Dr. Luis Rankins-Ibarra. As Superintendent for Escondido Union School District, learn how he creatively navigated the pandemic & distance learning, what he thinks is the scariest animal, and who led him to a career in education.

Don't miss another great episode!

Episodes 27 & 28 are available now!
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Do you want to learn about business, the economy, and more happening in Inland North County? The Wonderland Podcast is designed to be an informative and educational series that focuses on business-centric activities, where Chamber CEO & Host, ...

30/03/2022

This week, JR welcomes one of the premier woodworkers in the Inland North County area, Brian Murphy, founder of Murphy’s Fine Woodworking.
Listen and learn about his affinity for the Arts & Crafts design, what his favorite thing to make is, and his connection to President Jimmy Carter.

Episodes 25 and 26 are available to stream now!

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11/03/2022

This week we have guest host, Don Romo, Board Chairman, who welcomes the new Escondido City Manager, Sean MGlynn, into the studio. Learn what brought Sean to Escondido, what island nation he studies the Arts, and what he sees for the future of the Hidden Valley.

Episodes 23 & 24 are out now!

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25/02/2022

Joining JR is born and raised Escondido resident, and 4th generation farmer, Laura Hillebrecht from The Farm Stand West. Find out what her favorite crops to grow are, how deep their well is, and that her grandfather actually grew citrus for Sunkist right here in Escondido!

Episodes 21 & 22 are out now!

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Do you want to learn about business, the economy, and more happening in Inland North County? The Wonderland Podcast is designed to be an informative and educational series that focuses on business-centric activities, where Chamber CEO & Host, ...

04/02/2022

New Episodes Alert!!

Next up is one of only two people to ever be City Attorney and City Manager here in Escondido...Jeff Epp! Learn what he's up to in "retirement", what it was like growing up in a small Wyoming town, his favorite local sandwich, and what's next on his political horizon.

Don't miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!

Episodes 19 and 20 are up now!

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08/11/2021

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/9513027
The Wonderland Podcast Episodes 17 & 18 are up now!

Joining JR is none other than Diane Hansen, CEO of Palomar Health who was recently named "CEO of the Year" by the Association of CA Healthcare Districts. Hear how Diane is progressively leading Palomar and what's next for their campus in East Escondido!

Don't miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!

17/09/2021

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NEW EPISODES ALERT!!

Episodes 13 & 14 are up now!
Come join us as we talk to Times-Advocate and Valley Roadrunner Editor, David Ross! As the Editor for the Times-Advocate, he has seen just about everything....and now he's going to spill the beans to Chamber President and CEO, JR & you!

Don't miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!

Do you want to learn about business, the economy, and more happening in Inland North County? The Wonderland Podcast is designed to be an informative and educational series that focuses on business-centric activities, where Chamber CEO & Host, ...

01/09/2021

Have you taken the opportunity to listen to our latest episode with Corrine Busta? Check out segment 2 now!

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306/9061599

We are joined by Board Member and Director of Business Development and Communications for Nature Unplugged and One Law Love, Corrine Busta. Find out what it's like to grow up in a small town, be a political advisor, and what animal is the scariest...

20/08/2021

It's here! This week we are joined by Board Member and Director of Business Development and Communications for Nature Unplugged and One Law Love, Corrine Busta. Find out what it's like to grow up in a small town, be a political advisor, and what animal is the scariest!

Don't miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast, streaming now!

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803306

16/08/2021

16/08/2021