Community Builders - A Chico Podcast
Community Builders, is a podcast dedicated to celebrating and spotlighting the individuals who make a positive impact in Chico, California and the surrounding North State region.
Each episode dives deep into the journeys, insights, and efforts of local leaders, activists, and changemakers who are shaping this community through dedication and innovation.
With thoughtful conversations and inspiring stories, Community Builders offers listeners a closer look at the people behind impactful projects.
Episodes
11 episodes
Episode #10 - Emily Acevedo
In Episode #10 of Community Builders, we sit down with Emily Acevedo, Executive Director of Butte Humane Society, one of the longest-running nonprofits in Butte County. Emily shares her story of how she went from working in business development...
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54:37
Episode #9 - Bob Trausch
In Episode #9 of Community Builders, we sit down with Bob Trausch, co-founder of Chico Housing Action Team (CHAT). Bob shares the story of how CHAT began in 2011 with a small group of volunteers responding to dangerously cold weather. What star...
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52:59
Episode #8 - Maitreya Badami
In Episode #8 of Community Builders, we feature Maitreya Badami, Associate Professor of CSU Chico's Department of Political Science and Director of Education at the Butte Defense Equity Project. Maitreya shares how she blends her passion for so...
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57:06
Episode #7 - Cathryn Carkhuff
In Episode #7 of Community Builders, we sit down with Cathryn Carkhuff, Executive Director of Home & Heart, a nonprofit that connects home seekers with home providers to create affordable and supportive living spaces. With a background in s...
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47:41
Episode #6 - Kristy Collins
In Episode #6 of Community Builders, we sit down with Kristy Collins, who serves as the Executive Director of Hillel of Chico and as a Program Coordinator for the Stop-The-Hate initiative. Kristy shares her journey from a background in fo...
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Episode #5 - Kory Honea
In Episode # 5 of Community Builders, we speak with Butte County Sheriff Kory Honea. Sheriff Honea shares his journey from a young student interested in sports medicine to becoming deeply involved in law enforcement. He details his experiences ...
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57:42
Episode #4 - Addison Winslow
In this episode of Community Builders, we sit down with Addison Winslow, Chico City Council member and community organizer, recently voted Best Local Activist and Best Local City Official. Addison shares his journey from growing up in ...
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48:27
Episode #3 - Amber Abney-Bass
In this episode of Community Builders, Amber Abney Bass, Executive Director of the Jesus Center in Chico, shares the inspiring story behind the organization and its impactful work. From its humble beginnings in the back of a thrift sho...
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59:33
Episode #2 - Tami Ritter
In this episode of Community Builders, Tami Ritter, District 3 - Butte County Supervisor of Chico, discusses her experiences and the impactful work she's doing in the community. From her hands-on efforts in various non-profits to her current ro...
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