Category Archives: Topics

These posts describe details about the content of Maria’s podcasts.

Friday, April 4th, 2014 – Colony Collapse Disorder

The decline of the global bee population is estimated to be at about 50% in the last 50 years.  However, since 2006, the bee population is declining by 50% ANNUALLY and in some instances by 90%!

 

Please join Maria as she discusses what is referred to as the ‘Colony Collapse Disorder’ with Assistant Professor, Bryan Rasmussen of the faculty at California Lutheran University.

 

A day in the life of a bee is utterly fascinating.  Their conversation includes the life cycle of a bee, the Queen bee, the mating flight and other details.

 

There are also two events related to the topic if you live in Southern CA.

 

For more information Click here.

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2014 – “In The Heights”

Please join Maria as she visits with two of the stars in the Cabrillo Music Theatre’s Regional Premiere of the Original Tony Award-winning musical, “In The Heights.”  Lano Medina who plays Usnavi and Ayme Olivo who portrays Nina both speak with Maria about their roles in the production as well as their respective careers.

 This is a production you do not want to miss!  It closes on Sunday, April 6th. Tickets are still available at the box office or through any Ticketmaster location, or by phone at 800.745.3000

www.cabrillomusictheatre.com 

Helping Others Achieve Their Goals

Norbert TanReinventing, retraining, attaining a dream is achievable for all of us.  Please join Maria on a special 2-part podcast about folks doing exactly that!  The Phoenix Scholarships are awarded by the Ventura College Foundation and it is helping to change people’s lives.  Executive Director, Norbert Tan and Scott, one of this year’s recipients share how VCF and their scholarships are assisting folks to reach their dreams. 

Click here for the VCF website.

Thursday, March 27th, 2014 – Cold & Flu Season remedies

SherryWith cold, flu and soon, allergy season upon us, please join Maria as she visits with award winning holistic pharmacist, Sherry Torkos as they discuss alternative methods to reduce symptoms.

 

Over The Counter (OTC) drugs cause 2+ million adverse drug reactions and 100,000 deaths yearly!  Learn about the contraindications for taking OTC as well as other holistic ways to tackle the maladies. 

 

Click here for Sherry’s website.

Tuesday, March 25th, 2014 – State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson

HomePlease join Maria on this morning’s press conference regarding State Senator Hannah-Beth Jacksons’ legislation, SB 1014.  The bill is to create the nation’s first statewide drug take-back program and it will be up for a vote and the subject of a special informational hearing tomorrow morning at 9:30am PDT

Hear the latest developments and listen to Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley, who spearheaded the passage of the Alameda County ordinance on this issue and is presently in litigation.

Click here for State Senator’s website.