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Healthcare in Orange County and Beyond Jan 11, 2017

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This week we have Kaiser Permanente and the Hospital Association of Southern California to delve into the healthcare issues of our region, state, and even country. How is Kaiser working with cities to meet the needs of our residents, and how can HASC bring hospitals together to find solutions to healthcare issues? Learn all this and more on this week's episode.

Episode 100 Celebration Part 3 Dec 28, 2016

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It's the final segment of our 100th Episode celebration! We had on great guests towards the end of the night that included Maureen Hayes from HNTB, Fred Whitaker from the City of Orange, Dustin Reilich for the HERO Program, the ACC-OC's newest staff members, and more! We thank everyone who came out to celebrate our big milestone and look forward to many more great episodes in 2017.

Orange County in 2017 with Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett Dec 21, 2016

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It's the last episode of the year! Stop by The City Square and join our final guest of 2016, Chairwoman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors Lisa Bartlett.

Chairwoman Bartlett discusses some forward looking issues in Orange County that will be a focus for 2017, including the I-405 Improvement Project, the future of the SR-241 after the settlement agreement, the Dana Point Harbor, and reducing homelessness. Stop by and join us to round out the year, and thanks for listening in 2016!

Episode 100 Celebration Part 2 Dec 14, 2016

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In this segment of our 100th episode we're joined by Mayor Beth Swift from the City of Buena Park, as well as the Gift of History's Gail Eastman. They're joined by Jim Leach from the Santa Margarita Water District as Brian explores educational opportunities for young kids in the first part of this segment. Then, special guest Jim Leach takes over for the second half of the evening to interview The TCA's Mike Kraman and TNT Firework's John Kelly. It's an explosive second part of our 100th episode, be sure to tune in!

Food for Thought with Second Harvest and Solutions for Urban Ag Dec 07, 2016

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While you may not be going hungry this holiday season, countless others are. We explored this serious issue with Second Harvest Food Bank and Solutions for Urban Agriculture, and learned about their partnership to end hunger in Orange County. Do you know how many families in Orange County go hungry each night? The surprising answer is why we need the great work of these two organizations as they address needs in our communities.

Youth Leaders in Orange County Nov 30, 2016

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Today Brian sits down with Youth Advisory councils from Santa Ana and Huntington Beach as we explore the impact that our communities' young people have in their local governments. The kids growing up today will eventually be in charge of our cities in the future. Cheryl Eberly and Chris Cole give us an idea of what we can expect from these future leaders, and if their current work is any indication, then our future looks bright. Jump into The City Square to learn more!

Water and Sustainability with MNWD and Sustain OC Nov 23, 2016

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In this two part episode we are joined by Scott Kitcher with Sustain OC who discusses the name change from CleanTech OC. Scott also shares with Brian news about the work Sustain OC is doing in our county, and how cities and agencies can take advantage of available grants to lower costs. Then, Joone Lopez joins The City Square, general manager at the Moulton Niguel Water District. MNWD has taken a different approach to the drought with their intensive data collaborative. This project is allowing them, and fellow partners, to better understand water usage and identify opportunities for increased efficiency.

100th Episode Celebration: Part 1 Nov 21, 2016

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Take a listen to the first installment of our 100th episode special celebration broadcast! When The City Square hit this great milestone we invited all our past guests to join us for an evening reception where they could jump on and update Brian about initiatives across Orange County. In this episode you'll hear from Heather Stratman, ACC-OC CEO, Council Members Al Murray and Steve Jones, ACC-OC President and past-President, Steven LaMotte from the BIA and Dr. Glenn Roquemore from IVC, Patrick Mahoney from Waste Management and Council Member Mike Posey from Huntington Beach.

Talking Sports with an Olympian and Visit Anaheim! Nov 16, 2016

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Christa Dietzen, silver medalist in the 2012 Olympics, and Jay Burress with Visit Anaheim join Brian to talk about the benefits of USA Volleyball in Anaheim, and the greater effect of sports teams in Orange County. Having top teams housed in our community does a lot more than provide great entertainment. Brian dives into the economic and social benefits it brings as well. Be sure to catch this great episode!

Marijuana is Legal: What's Next with Rutan and Tucker Nov 09, 2016

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This week looks at one of the most important issues from the 2016 election in California, Prop 64, or the legalization of marijuana. This ballot measure passed on November 8th, and Rutan and Tucker is on The City Square to talk with Brian about what this means, what's now legal and what's still illegal, and what control cities still have on marijuana. After a whirlwind of news, join The City Square to start looking ahead and what this election will mean for our future.

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