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TV Santa Barbara provides means for diverse communities to tell their stories, hear each other’s stories, and create new stories together. By providing virtual and physical spaces for individuals and organizations to come together, TVSB creates pathways to collaborate, build relationships, and strengthen our community. Our mission is to empower people to grow as a community by making media that matters.
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Craig Clevinger discusses his novels, including 'Mother Howell,' and shares insights about his writing journey and influences. He reflects on his experiences living abroad, the creative process, and themes in his work. Clevinger emphasizes the importance of reading widely and stepping out of comfort zones for writers. The conversation also covers the adaptation of his works into film and the changing landscape of author promotion today.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
Lillian Perlmutter of the Santa Barbara News-Press joins the gang on this week’s episode, to break down how she put together her explosive investigative report showing the number of ICE arrests in and around the county jails is much higher than previously known, while Callie Fausey explains the controversy behind the federal government’s approval of a 20-year license extension for the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant, and Josh Molina sifts the contentious policy and politics that shaped this week’s epic City Council meeting over rent control. Plus: the genial host rants about Oscar Gutierrez twiddling his little fidget toy while allegedly doing the public’s business.
The Santa Barbara Writers Conference, established in 1973, has become a hub for writers over the past 50 years. It offers workshops and networking opportunities, creating a supportive community. Participants enjoy memorable interactions with renowned authors and benefit from the resources provided. Despite changes in venues and leadership, the conference's mission to nurture writers and celebrate their craft remains steadfast, serving both aspiring and established writers.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
On this week’s episode, the Three Amigos discuss the two most consequential ways the Trump regime inflicts damage and pain on Santa Barbara County, as Nick Welsh reprises his latest reporting in the Independent about Sable Offshore, the rogue oil company that has restarted pumping offshore oil through a disputed and antiquated pipeline that already has caused one major local spill, and Josh Molina breaks down a blockbuster News-Press.com investigation that shows how cooperation between Sheriff Bill Brown and ICE on immigration deportations has been closer than previously known. Plus: reflections on the latest “No Kings” demonstrations.
Timothy Bottoms shares stories from his new book, reflecting on his childhood fishing experiences in Santa Barbara and the influence of his father. He recounts humorous fishing adventures, the excitement of catching halibut, and the values of patience and kindness. Bottoms also discusses his acting career, including his work in Hollywood and a reading from his book that connects his life experiences to his writing.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
On the eve of the third major “No Kings” protest, Christina McDermott returns to Newsmakers TV to reprise her reporting on how organizers have built a broad pro-democracy coalition that will be in evidence at demonstrations across the county this weekend, and Josh Molina and Ryan P. Cruz break down the latest housing news from Santa Barbara City Hall, where the latest data provides a gloomy outlook about efforts to build more affordable units, while council members this week fork out thousands for a consultant to begin implementing rent control. Plus: Josh’s latest scoop on Chik-fil-A.
Host David Starkey engages with poet Ruben Lee Dalton about the emotional power of poetry and its ties to personal experiences. Ruben shares reflections on father-son relationships, nature, and the Vietnam War. Significant life events inspire his work, including a touching poem about his father and a memorable night with his son. The conversation highlights writing as therapy and music's role in healing, culminating in a performance that captures themes of loss and remembrance.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
As pro-democracy opposition to the Trump regime broadens, a new wave of student energy is helping fuel the next big “No Kings” rally, scheduled for March 28 in Santa Barbara’s Alameda Park, as UCSB and SBCC leaders Tallula Borman and Calli Fonua join Ian Paige of Indivisible SB for a conversation with the genial host about the importance of civil society action, the cruelty of ICE’s deportation crusade and the connection of popular protest to the November mid-terms.
In a special Newsmakers TV episode, Independent columnist Nick Welsh reprises his exclusive reporting about the fast-moving Sable Oil story, as California faces off with Trump amid war with Iran.
On a new episode of Newsmakers TV, our All-Star Panel of Leading Local Journalists braves the perils of Friday the 13th to break down the top news stories of the week in Santa Barbara.
Josh Molina, Nick Welsh and Callie Fausey join the genial host for a new episode of analysis and commentary about Santa Barbara’s biggest local news stories, as the real estate community strikes back legally against City Hall’s push for rent control, the Board of Supervisors faces $66 million in red ink amid its ongoing fiscal and political feud with Sheriff Bill Brown and the Unified School District trustees approve a seventh period for its four junior high schools, resolving one of its most contentious recent issues. Plus: a few words of remembrance and support on the fourth anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine by Putin’s Russia.
In this Episode of the Creative Community, Host David Starkey sits down with Editor, Writer, and Teacher Shelly Lowenkopf.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
Perry Longo explores how the pandemic has influenced poetry and shares his personal journey through injuries. He highlights the healing aspects of writing, particularly in hospice environments, and discusses the creative process. Longo reads several poems inspired by nature and personal struggles, encouraging emerging poets to embrace their unique voices. The discussion showcases poetry's transformative ability to connect individuals through shared experiences.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
The Community Arts Workshop is a project of the Santa Barbara Arts Collaborative, a nonprofit committed to sustaining and growing all forms of the arts in Santa Barbara. On April 8, 2014, the City of Santa Barbara signed a lease with the Arts Collaborative for 631 Garden St., the former site of a city motor pool, to create the Community Arts Workshop—two large buildings and four separate spaces for rehearsals, painting, sculpture, gallery shows, annual workshop space for the Santa Barbara Solstice Parade, and more. On September 25, 2018, the City extended the lease for 25 years. Casey Caldwell, CAW's Managing Director, sits down with David Starkey for a lively discussion.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
Amid Democratic fears that two Republicans will sneak into run-off in contest for governor, Trump's unpopularity boosts chances that partisan control flips in the House - and maybe the Senate.
Gwen Lurie, Editor in Chief and CEO of Montecito Journal Media Group, shares her journey and the vital role of local journalism. She discusses the need for diverse perspectives and storytelling, the creative community in Santa Barbara, and the challenges faced during the pandemic. Lurie highlights the importance of print media and upcoming projects like the Giving List, which connects donors to nonprofits, emphasizing the community's philanthropic spirit.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
A lifelong Santa Barbara arts journalist and musician, Joe Woodard is a guitarist/ songwriter who has traversed multiple byways of blurry music.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
In an exclusive interview with Newsmakers TV, Sheriff Bill Brown provided his most extensive public comments to date about recent conflicts and controversies surrounding the actions of federal immigration agents in and around Santa Barbara County, which he said have had a “corrosive effect” on public trust in local law enforcement.
On this week’s episode, Newsmakers TV’s all-star panel of top local journalists examines the growing visibility of opposition to the cruelty and chaos of Donald Trump in Santa Barbara, as Ella Heydenfeldt, Christina McDermott, Josh Molina and Nick Welsh join the genial host to discuss whether there is an age gap in pro-democracy protest efforts, the state’s rescue of Planned Parenthood from Administration cuts, and an up-close-and-personal look at the soccer mom realtor who stood up to the violence of immigration agents on the Eastside. Plus: the latest in the mystery death of UCSB freshman Liz Hamel, a new episode of the “Welcome to I.V.” podcast and yet more legal trouble for the Sable Offshore oil company.
In this episode of "The Creative Community," Host David Starkey sits down with noted memoirist Diana Raab. They discuss her life, her writing, and she gives the audience a few short readings from her books.The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
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