When Protesting Backfires, Cusp of WW3?, MAGA Libertarian Regret, Ed Franklin No Limits
How can you protest for equal rights while violating it at the same time? When protestors block the road, they undermine their cause. Trump now competes as a phone entrepreneur while regulating his competition with tariffs. World War 3 is just a stupid move from...
Trump Con Man Theory, Poway News, Tony Blain Recall
I’ve come up with a con man theory on Donald Trump. His economic policies are foolish. His immigration policy damages America. So, what is Trump really up to? What is Trump’s goal? We also check in on local Poway news including the Tony Blain Recall, another Poway...
Poway News, Tony Blain Bombing, Peter DeHoff Recall?, Trump Tariffs, Escondido Immigration Rally
There's a bunch of Poway news that I want to share involving two of our city council members: Tony Blain and Peter DeHoff. Meanwhile, Trump's tariffs and trade policies indicate a failure in economics. The Escondido Anti-ICE Rally was filled with good vibes, but a bad...
Pete Neild Poway District 1 Appointment Candidate and Poway Candy Cane Courts
Pete Neild joins me to discuss his candidacy for appointment to Poway City Council representing District 1. We will discuss Pete's reason for running, election vs appointment process, district elections, Candy Cane Courts and so much more. Got a question or comment...
Poway 2024 Elections Review, Amit Asaravala, Appointment vs Vote to replace Brian Pepin
Amit Asaravala joins me in a wide-open discussion of local politics here in Poway 92064. Amit serves as the President of the Poway Democratic Club and has great insight on local elections and candidates. We will discuss the next step for Poway District 2 to replace...
Johnny’s 2024 Ballot – National, San Diego, Poway, Propositions
I decided to make a podcast out of filling out my ballot. I will go through each race, offer my thoughts, and then fill in the circle. This is your last chance to change my mind! Got a question or comment? Drop your take in the live chat on Facebook, X or YouTube to...
Irrationality in Politics, Poor States with High Homeownership, Poway News
The election season is really hot, and we are hearing more and more irrationality from candidates, the media and party supporters. What ever happened to thinking for yourself? People who live in poor states have higher homeownership levels. Does this seem counter...
Independence Day Memories, Poway Term Limits, Biden vs Trump Debate, SCOTUS Cases
Tomorrow, we celebrate America's birthday! I share some of my Independence Day memories and invite you to share yours. We also discuss Poway term limits, Poway Voices, Biden vs Trump debate, SCOTUS cases and more. Got a question or comment? Drop your take in the live...
Poway Life Time Fitness, Presidential Debate
I enjoy covering local news issues, so we will be doing a deep dive on the latest with the planned Life Time Fitness at The Farm in Poway. Some locals are opposing the project and micromanaging the details. Plus, we will discuss the upcoming presidential debate,...
Trump and Libertarians, Election Propaganda, Vacation in Ireland
There's not much to discuss at the local level here in San Diego or Poway, so I thought I would comment on some of the bigger national stories. We will discuss Donald Trump, Trump's attempt to partner with the Libertarian Party, breaking down political myths, and a...
Poway Term Limits, Tony Blain, Poway Unified School District Superintendent Marian Kim Phelps Firing
What’s going on in Poway? John shares stories about Poway City Council Term Limits, Tony Blain, and Poway Unified Marian Kim-Phelps’s termination and demand for her job back. Plus, John shares what he’s watching on streaming media. It’s Wednesday, June 5, 2024. This...
Fernando Garcia, San Diego City Council Candidate, District 9
Fernando Garcia returns to the JRP Podcast Studio. Fernando is a candidate for San Diego City Council District 9. We discuss a range of issues affecting San Diego including: Homelessness Housing (SB10, high density, ADUs) Energy (SDG&E, solar) Mass Transit...
Poway 2023 Year in Review, 2024 Outlook
We take a look at some of the big news stories in Poway in 2023 and plans for 2024. Topics include The Farm, Life Time Fitness, Homelessness, Traffic Safety, water, hate litter, Poway Community Foundation, and more. Got a question or comment? Drop your take in the...
San Diego Most Expensive City in USA, San Diego Sales Tax Hike?, Govt takeover of SDGE?, Poway News
What's new in San Diego? Lots of things! In one study San Diego was ranked as the most expensive city to live in the United States. Surprised? San Diego officials are considering a sales tax increase. We remember the 20-year anniversary of the Cedar Fire. Plus, new...
San Diego News Update Oct 11: Poway Raising Canes, San Marcos Bike Park, Joe Biden Junk Fees
In this week's John Riley Project, we discuss the proposed Raising Canes on Poway Rd, the plans for the San Marcos Bike Park, a teacher quitting her job and making 50% more at Costco, Steve Garvey running for Senate, and Biden's War on Junk Fees. It’s Wednesday,...
San Diego News Update Oct 4: Sports Arena Housing, El Cajon Granny Flats, Escondido Cannabis
The Midway Rising project at the site of the San Diego Sports Arena has changed their plan on housing and San Diego City Council representatives are angry! We also discuss El Cajon ADUs, Escondido Cannabis, new CA Senator Laphonza Butler, and Gavin Newsom vetoing UE...
San Diego News Update Sep 27: SANDAG scraps mileage tax, Uber & Yellow Cab, Fast Food Minimum Wage
We break down San Diego and national news stories here in the John Riley Project. Topics include the SANDAG mileage tax, Uber, public restrooms, minimum wage for fast food, CA Bullet Train update, Target shutting down stores, Amazon monopoly?, and the looming...
San Diego News Update Sept 22: Gas Prices, Water Rates, Coach Prime/Blenders, Self Driving Trucks
Can you believe these San Diego gas prices? It’s over $6/gallon. Who is to blame for this mess? It’s expensive to live in San Diego. Water rates are going up 20%. Don’t get me started on housing prices in America’s Finest City! We also discuss Coach Prime’s deal with...
San Diego News Update – Sept 6: Poway Road Canyonization, San Diego Housing Crisis, Pt Loma Gay Marriage, Ben Kalasho
I'm back! I took a 2-month vacation but now I am back with my San Diego Local News podcast. We will cover Poway Road Canyonization, San Diego Housing Crisis, Micro Units, Vacant Homes, Pt Loma Gay Marriage, Ben Kalasho in El Cajon, Escondido Joor Muffler Man, National...
San Diego News Update – June 28: Poway Fraud, Encinitas e-bike, Coronado Richard Bailey, SANDAG
We have lots of San Diego topics on the table including a federal fraud case in Poway, winners and losers in CA budget, the future of Coronado mayor Richard Bailey, Jim Desmond and Congestion Pricing on Freeways, and much more. It’s Wednesday June 28, 2023. Here’s...
Ed Franklin, No Limits: What works in podcasting?
No Limits podcaster Ed Franklin is back on the John Riley Project. Always great having Ed as he offers so much to help us improve our personal and business lives. No Limits - Overcoming Limitations We can often be our own worst enemy. We create our own roadblocks that...
San Diego News Update June 7: Poway Politics, Homelessness, Archie Moore, Steve Garvey
Last night I attended the Poway City Council meeting. I have lots to talk about including Poway banning homeless encampments, the replacement of Barry Leonard, money in politics, and Life Time Fitness at The Farm. Plus, we discuss Archie Moore, San Diego Roads, Steve...
San Diego News Update May 31: Debt Ceiling, Local Govt Campaign Finance, Poway, Bally Sports, Santee
Today we will be discussing the Debt Ceiling Circus in Washington DC, a new rule with local govt campaign finance that may play a huge role in future elections, the replacement for Poway Councilmember Barry Leonard, Bally Sports and the Padres, and the future of the...
San Diego News Update May 24: Carlsbad Gay Pride, Jim Desmond, Rancho Bernardo, Lemon Grove, Santee
We have a laundry list of topics to discuss in this John Riley Project episode. We will discuss the controversial vote in Carlsbad to ban flags, including the Gay Pride Flag. La Mesa tried this as well and got a different result. Carlsbad went a step further and...
San Diego News Update May 10: La Mesa Colin Parent Conflict, KUSI Sold, Poway Term Limits
When a corporation donates to a non-profit that is run by a politician, then are they donating to a worthy cause or buying influence? That’s the question facing La Mesa vice mayor Colin Parent in La Mesa. We also discuss the KUSI sale and term limits in Poway. It’s...
San Diego News Update May 4: Poway Resignation, Hwy 56, Nathan Fletcher, Escondido, Imperial Beach
Poway’s City Council is under fire for the possibility of violating the voter’s will. Now we have a Poway resignation on the city council. The Drama! Escondido has a serious problem with their parks and budget. Imperial Beach wants to change their election rules....
San Diego News Update April 26: Poway Unified to Supreme Court, San Diego Renter Protections, EVs
Poway Unified is in the news…. Again! Now a free speech case is coming before the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, politicians are trying to protect renters and protect the homeless, but their policies end up making the housing crisis even worse. It’s Wednesday, April 26,...
San Diego News Update April 12: SDGE Rates, Mass Transit Problems, Water Rationing
SDGE wants to base their electricity prices on your personal income. How can they do that? Meanwhile, mass transit in CA is facing a huge fiscal cliff as ridership is way down and COVID relief money is drying up. It’s as if all rationality has left the discussion in...
San Diego News Update April 5: Nathan Fletcher, Poway Unified, La Mesa Dysfunction, Rancho Bernardo Cannabis
The Good: Aztecs in March Madness. The Bad: Nathan Fletcher, homelessness, San Diego schools declining, Poway Unified schools deteriorating, La Mesa dysfunction, Rancho Bernardo residents upset over cannabis. What is going on in San Diego? It’s Wednesday, April 5,...
San Diego News Update March 29: Aztecs Padres Buzz, Nathan Fletcher, Mental Health, Homelessness
Can you feel the excitement in San Diego? Everywhere San Diegans are buzzing about the Aztecs in the Final Four and the Padres about to start their 2023 season. Now they are also buzzing about Nathan Fletcher. It’s Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Here’s what John Riley...
San Diego News Update March 22: La Jolla Independence, Poway Farm Fitness, Juneteenth
It’s springtime in San Diego! We’re covering the La Jolla quest for independence from San Diego, the controversy in Poway of a fitness center at The Farm, and Todd Gloria declaring Juneteenth a paid holiday for San Diego workers. It’s Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Here’s...
Poway Cronyism, Rancho Bernardo Roads, Joe Biden in San Diego
Pete Neild joined me to cover a wide range of topic in this San Diego News Update podcast episode. We cover Poway/Rancho Bernardo issues, San Diego regional news, Joe Biden’s visit to San Diego, and US foreign policy issues with China and Russia. Poway Cronyism We saw...
David Leland, Aztecs, March Madness, Padres
David Leland has the Aztecs advancing to the Sweet 16 in March Madness David Leland joined me to discuss the San Diego State Aztecs as they enter the NCAA Tournament in 2023. We break down the Aztecs roster, their strong 2022-23 season, and how far we project the...
SANDAG Mileage Tax, Climate and Housing Clash in Mira Mesa
San Diego County leaders are pushing for major changes in our region. Look in the crystal ball and we can see plans for more housing, more trolleys, more busses, more people, and now a per mile mileage tax. Can San Diego accommodate more growth? What do think of their...
Ed Franklin, No Limits, Individualism, 2022 Year in Review
I was a guest on the Ed Franklin No Limits podcast on January 25th. We discuss individualism, 2022 Year in Review, COVID policies and gyms, genealogy, and a wide range of other topics. Ed Franklin, No Limits Podcast...
San Diego News Update Jan 25: Housing is a human right?, University City & Escondido housing
There are housing issues up and down and all-around San Diego County. The San Diego City Council calls housing a fundamental human right. But is it? It’s Wednesday, January 25th. Here’s a roundup of news stories in and around San Diego County. Here’s what John Riley...
San Diego News Update Jan 13: Poway, Rancho Bernardo 2023 Outlook
It’s Friday, January 13th. Here’s a round up of news stories in and around San Diego County. Here’s John Riley's outlook: Poway 2023 Plans Mayor Steve Vaus: public safety, water infrastructure, Lake Poway upgrades. Deputy Mayor Barry Leonard: ramp up new council...
San Diego News Update Jan 10: Water, SDG&E Gas Prices, Carlsbad Roundabout
It’s Tuesday, January 10th. Here’s a roundup of news stories in and around San Diego County. Here’s what John Riley thinks: San Diego: The Need for more Water Infrastructure The feast and famine cycle of droughts and floods in California Assemblyman Vince Fong...
Captain Charles MacVean, USS Seawolf, Down Deep
Captain Charles R. MacVean U.S. Navy (Ret.), PhD joined Pete Neild and I to discuss submarine stories and his new book Down Deep. Submarine life is not easy. Tight quarters. Disciplined schedules. Everyone depending on someone else. It takes a high degree of trust and...
San Diego News Update Dec 16: Water Desalination, Beach Fires, Newsom at Border
It’s Friday, December 16th. Here’s a roundup of news stories in and around San Diego County. Here’s what John Riley thinks: Carlsbad: Skyrocketing water desalination costs due to environmental regulations San Diego Beaches: No more beach fires? Imperial Beach:...
San Diego News Update Dec 9: National City Cannabis
It’s Friday, December 9th. Here’s what’s going on in and around San Diego County. Here’s what John Riley thinks: National City: Cannabis Lounge, first for San Diego County Carlsbad/UCSD: UCSD gets $10M grant, Smartville Inc Carlsbad gets $6M from US Dept of...
Ted Leitner, San Diego Padres Hall of Fame Broadcaster
Legendary, Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Ted Leitner, joined us to tell tales from his 50+ year career in sports media. Wow! You know Ted. He always has something to say! Ted Leitner talks about Jerry Coleman, Tony Gwynn, Rickey Henderson, Steve Finley, Carl Weathers,...
San Diego News Update Dec 2: Commuter Rail, Airbnb lottery, Sheriff tipping off Cannabis raids
Here’s what’s going on in and around San Diego County. Here’s what John Riley thinks on Friday, Dec 2nd. Dateline: San Diego: Is the $160B San Diego Commuter Rail worth it? East County: Sheriff tipping off Cannabis Raids Imperial Beach: Housing is #1 issue, senior...
San Diego News Update Nov 30: Merge 56 Rancho Penasquitos, San Diego Airbnb, Poway Amazon Fresh
Merge 56 is one of many hot topics in and around San Diego County. Here’s what John Riley thinks on Wednesday, Nov 30th. San Diego News Headlines: Rancho Penasquitos: Merge 56 Expansion (Camino del Sur and Hwy 56) – the locals are angry with the changes to build...
Local Election Analysis: Poway, Rancho Bernardo, San Diego
They are still counting the votes at the San Diego County Registrar of Voters, but the results are becoming very clear in all but a few races. It's time for local election analysis! We discuss, analyze, and comment on: The races for Poway Mayor and Poway City Council...
Poway, Rancho Bernardo Election Night 2022
It’s Election Night 2022! We focus on the Poway Mayor race, Poway City Council races, and the Poway Unified School District races in this nearly 4 hour long podcast. OMG. The participation from the livestream audience was extraordinary! We break down the early returns...
Frida Brunzell, Poway Unified School District Candidate
Frida Brunzell is a candidate for Poway Unified School District Board Trustee in Area B. This covers Northeast Rancho Bernardo and North Poway. Only 75% of PUSD Students Read at Grade Level Frida shared with me her frustrations with PUSD’s reading curriculum. 25% of...
Poway Elections Comments, California/San Diego Propositions
There is one week to go until Election Day and the drama in the Poway elections is heating up! Pete Neild joined me to cover a range of issues and candidates in this Poway Elections Preview episode. Poway Elections Drama We discuss the Holly Oak community’s objection...
Amit Asaravala, Poway Democratic Club
Amit Asaravala is the President of the Poway Democratic Club. Amit joined me to discuss the tremendous surge of money in Poway politics, the changing voting demographics in Poway, and information on their endorsed candidates. Poway Campaign Finance The financial data...
Poway History and Business with Ed Franklin
If you love Poway history, you will love this podcast episode. Ed Franklin moved to Poway in 1974 as a young child and had so many exceptional stories to tell. Poway History We take a walk down memory lane discussing the different businesses that have come and gone...
Tony Russo, Poway City Council Candidate
Tony Russo is a candidate for Poway City Council District 3. I live in District 3, so this was a great opportunity to learn more about Tony Russo’s campaign for Poway. Lack of Trust from Poway Officials We started by discussing Tony's experience at the Green Valley...
Yuri Bohlen, Poway Mayoral Candidate
Yuri Bohlen is a candidate for Poway Mayor, and he joined me for a marathon 3-hour podcast covering so many hot topics in the City of Poway. Our livestream audience was also continually active presenting questions and comments for Yuri to respond to. Here are the...
Patrick Batten, Poway Unified School District Candidate
Patrick Batten is a candidate for Poway School Board running in Area C covering parts of Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo, and 4S Ranch. Patrick is attempting to win the race to fill the seat of departing incumbent TJ Zane. The US Marine Corps Patrick shared his...
Delta Esparza, Poway Mayor Candidate
Poway Mayoral Candidate, Delta Esparza, joined me for a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation in the JRP podcast studio. Delta is one of four challengers attempting to unseat Poway Mayor Steve Vaus. Our 1.5-hour discussion offers great insight into Delta’s...
Kevin Juza, Poway City Council Candidate
Poway City Council Candidate, Kevin Juza, joined me for a fun and informative podcast conversation. Kevin is one of three candidates running in my own District 3. We chatted for nearly 2 hours and had terrific input from the live audience spanning topics like: Kevin’s...
Hiram Soto, Poway City Council Candidate
This was such an enjoyable podcast conversation with Poway City Council Candidate, Hiram Soto. We covered a tremendous amount of ground in this 1.5-hour podcast discussion including: Hiram’s family background in Mexico His career as a journalist at the San Diego Union...
Rancho Bernardo Marijuana, Poway Elections
Urbn Leaf wants to move into Rancho Bernardo Urbn Leaf, a marijuana dispensary, wants to move into the long abandoned El Torito restaurant location in Rancho Bernardo. As you might imagine, the locals are not taking this Rancho Bernardo marijuana situation...
Rancho Bernardo High School Air Conditioning Crisis
The air conditioning system at Rancho Bernardo High School and Bernardo Heights Middle School is broken! We are dealing with sweltering heat and now kids are being sent home because the classroom is unsafe. What is going on at Poway Unified School...
Dennis Butts, Poway Postal Annex, Dodgers, Lakers, Rams
Dennis Butts from the Poway Postal Annex (in Target Shopping Center) joined me to talk sports and it was so fun! Dennis is a huge LA sports fan, but he doesn’t rub it in too badly for us San Diego fans. ? Every time I visit his Postal Annex store, we always talk...
Is it moral to cancel student debt?, JRP0284
The cost of college tuition is sky high, but the price of clothing at Costco is very inexpensive. We explore government’s role in causing prices to rise and student debt to expand. Biden’s Plan to Cancel Student Debt Liberals in Congress are pushing Biden to cancel...
MLB Trade Deadline as an Analogy for Life
The MLB Trade Deadline wrapped up Tuesday afternoon and my head is still spinning. So much activity that I am just now starting to come back down to Earth. Juan Soto and the San Diego Padres We break down the big trades AJ Preller and the Padres made for Juan...
How I Started My Podcast, JRP0282
People ask me all the time how I started this podcast and why I did it. So, today’s podcast is a podcast about podcasting! We will cover the inspiration from my show, the personal benefits in podcasting, and some of the basics on how I started my podcast. We will...
Lee Hacksaw Hamilton, History of Sports Talk Radio
Legendary sports radio and NFL play-by-play icon, Lee “Hacksaw” Hamilton joined for a wide conversation about his career, the San Diego sports media market, the San Diego Chargers and more. Hacksaw and the History of Sports Talk Radio Lee shared his Long Island roots...
Corporate Greed!, JRP0280
We are hearing shrieks of “Corporate Greed!” as inflation surges. But is it really Corporate Greed? Corporations are Price Gouging! Really? Prices are up most everywhere: gas, food, labor. Inflation is now at 9.1%. I haven’t seen it this high since I was in high...
Roe vs Wade Overturned, What is a Right?, Billy the Kid, JRP0279
Roe vs Wade has been overturned. What does this mean about individual rights? The End of Roe vs Wade The most divisive issue in our culture has been flipped on its ear thanks to SCOTUS overturning Roe vs Wade. Now individual states can establish their own rules....
Pursuing Happiness in a Housing Crisis, JRP0278
How can you pursue your happiness in a housing crisis? Or better yet, how can you not violate the right of others to do the same? Housing Crisis We examine the housing crisis and the unintended consequences of central planning. Despite do-gooders’ best efforts to make...
Golden State Warriors, Social Security, Inflation, JRP0277
The Golden State Warriors are enjoying their 6th NBA Finals in 8 years and are on the cusp of their fourth championship in that timeframe. I share my early memories as a Golden State Warriors fan. We then discuss financial planning for retirement and the shocking low...
Gun Rights, Uvalde, and a New Approach, JRP0276
It’s time for America to come together to resolve gun violence and gun rights. I have been doing deep thinking in the wake of the Uvalde massacre. I have been exploring American history, American values, and the rights that should be protected in America. We can’t...
Great Replacement Theory vs Pursuit of Happiness, JRP0275
The Great Replacement Theory has been in the news since it was mentioned in the Buffalo mass shooter’s manifesto. Let’s be real. This is a conspiracy theory based on racism and fear of “different” people coming to America to replace white voters. Different races,...
Pete Murray for San Diego Judge, Criminal Justice, JRP0274
Pete Murray joined me to discuss his campaign for judge in San Diego County. This was an incredible podcast conversation going nearly 4 hours (a new JRP record!). The depth and breadth of topics covered is too long to list, but here are some highlights: Pete Murray's...
Richest Man in Babylon, Personal Finance, JRP0273
Seven Cures to a Lean Purse The First Cure: Start thy purse to fattening. Arkad (Richest Man in Babylon) advises saving 10% of your annual income to start building up your wealth (or purse). "For every ten coins thou placest within thy purse take out for use but...
Oklahoma Abortion Bill, JRP0272
Oklahoma Abortion Ban Will they enact an Oklahoma abortion ban? It’s looking that way. We break down all of the new abortion laws passed in Oklahoma, Missouri, Michigan, Kentucky, Nebraska, and Colorado as states prepare for the potential overturn of Roe vs Wade....
Daylight Savings, Ukraine, Tatis, Poway News, JRP0269
Daylight Savings Time is Whack The US Senate just approved making daylight savings time permanent for the entire nation. Will the House pass it? And what’s the deal with the California vote in 2018 to end this clock changing nonsense? I’m tired of the twice a year...
Pete Neild’s Pursuit of Happiness, “See Stories”, JRP0271
Pete Neild shares his experiences in the Navy working in a repair shop at Pearl Harbor. Pete has recently reconnected with many of former co-workers and others that served in that same shop over the last 70 years. We also share many more submarine stories, Navy...
Poway Election Season is Here. Is Pete Neild?, JRP0270
Pete Neild shares his announcement on his potential candidates for Poway City Council District 1. We discuss a wide range of Poway issues including development, roads, SDG&E, Mayor Steve Vaus, Caylin Frank, Dave Grosch, Barry Leonard, the failed recall of Steve...
Putin, Trudeau, Vaus, and the Pursuit of Happiness, JRP0268
Putin Justifying Invasion of Ukraine based on Blood and Religion Russian troops are at the Ukrainian border and invasion is imminent! Biden is trying to negotiate but doing so on weak footing. Meanwhile Trump is calling Putin a “genius” for his strategy. What in the...
Electric Vehicle Shopping Adventures, Presidents Day, JRP0267
EVs Selling as Much as $15K over MSRP Have you been on an auto dealer lot lately? The prices for cars are all out of whack. The supply chain crisis has created huge distortions in the price of cars. I am in the market for a new EV and every option is selling for...
NFL, Cannabis, and Canadian Truckers, JRP0266
NFL Studying Marijuana to Help Players Manage Pain My alma mater UC San Diego was just awarded a $500,000 grant from the NFL to study the impact of cannabis as a pain relief medication. Isn’t the answer obvious? We take a look at the UCSD study and discuss well known...
Eileen Gu’s Pursuit of Happiness, JRP0265
Personal Success as a Skier, Student, Model and Symbol of International Unity Eileen Gu won the gold in the Big Air freestyle event Tuesday while competing for China in the Winter Olympics. But this episode is much more than her athletic feats. Gu’s “right double 1440...
The Happiness Dashboard, JRP0264
Your Life Goal Should be Happiness How happy are you on a 0-10 scale? We discuss the topic of The Happiness Dashboard. This system (similar to the Wheel of Life) provides a framework to score your happiness in every major category of life: FinancesCareerPhysical &...
Poway and Rancho Bernardo, Top Stories in 2021, JRP0263
In today’s podcast episode we take a look back at the top 2021 stories in the Poway and Rancho Bernardo area. Our friends at Pomerado News highlighted the top local stories. We take the time to reflect on each of them. These top local stories span the spectrum of...
Candy Cane Lane, Elon Musk WSJ Interview, JRP0262
Last week I experienced the positive energy and festivities along Poway's Candy Cane Lane (or should I say Candy Cane Courts). To say that this community “decorates in excess” is an understatement! We discuss the history, the planning, and the mob scene that shows up...
Smash and Grab, JRP0261
Smash and Grab is in the news as we see flash mobs showing up, not to dance, but to damage property and steal goods from stores. We are even seeing increased crime of commercial establishments here in my hometown of Poway CA. What is going on here? On one hand police...
Solana Beach Climate Change Policies, JRP0260
City government officials in Solana Beach have passed new laws mandating EV charging stations and solar panels. At the same time they want to ban natural gas. Is this a serious climate change policy for the city or just virtue signaling by elected leaders? The Solana...
Poway School Board Death Threats, JRP0259
Death threats directed at Poway Unified School Board trustees. Protesters showing up at school board members’ private homes with a manifesto filled with demands. What in the heck is going on here? We break down this whole story and then explore the nationwide heated...
SANDAG per mile tax, Squid Game, Poway News, JRP0258
SANDAG has a plan to tax you per mile to help pay for their $160B public transportation plan. Why this big push for a utopian mass transit system when so few people use the existing trolleys and carpool/bus systems? We break down SANDAG’s plan including their proposal...
Supply Chain Mess, Trucker Stories, Local News Update, JRP0257
The supply chain mess is everywhere you look. Ships are waiting offshore near the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. There are product shortages and worker shortages. Mass chaos! We break down all of the reasons for the Supply Chain Mess. Who is to blame? The...
Roots of San Diego State’s Exclusion from PAC-12
Why are UC Berkeley, Stanford, and UCLA so afraid of competing with San Diego State University? For the past 2-3 decades we have seen SDSU rise up both athletically and academically to create a national brand that is respected from coast to coast. SDSU regularly...
Poway Parks, Facebook Whistleblower, JRP0255
Controversy in Poway! Free Range Kids invading our Poway parks! We break down the City of Poway’s plan to open up Starridge Park to Poway Girls Softball, including the objections from the local neighbors. Are neighborhood Poway parks just for neighbors? When is a...
Reliving a Near Death Experience, JRP0254
First a near death experience after a motorcycle accident and supernatural dreams in a coma. Then reliving a near death experience when revisiting the scene of the accident and fulfilling promises made. Mike Smith and Pete Neild join me to discuss their recent trip to...
Sales and Marketing Tips, Ed Franklin, JRP0253
John Riley joins Ed Franklin on his No Limits podcast to discuss Poway News, the Jim Collins book Good to Great, and a range of sales and marketing tips. We discuss email marketing, SMS text marketing, podcasting, sales skills, communication, setting expectations, how...
Ed Franklin, No Limits, JRP0252
Ed Franklin, the host of the No Limits podcast, joined me today for a fun discussion about self-improvement, marketing and growing up in Poway. Ed’s podcast is all about inspiring you to achieve success by sharing his life stories and experiences. Many of his...
JRP Happy Hour 20210820, JRP0251
The JRP Happy Hour invites podcast listeners, guests, and fans to join us in a wide open, free form conversation during a livestream. Challenge me on my thoughts from previous episodes, bring up your own issues, or just hang out and have a fun discussion. ...
Afghanistan Withdrawal and Personal Independence, JRP0250
We break down the good, bad and ugly of America’s involvement in Afghanistan for the past 20 years. Is there any good? Probably just bad and ugly. President Biden’s speech from Aug 16th provides a good jumping off point to discuss a range of issues...
California Recall and Biden Infrastructure, JRP0249
We break down the Recall Election of California Governor Gavin Newsom. We examine Newsom’s record as governor and on recalls as a tool to hold politicians accountable. We also look at his competitors including Larry Elder and former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer....
“Free Road Trip”, Delta Variant, and Tonopah NV, JRP0248
Imagine a road trip where gas stations are giving away free gas. That’s the equivalent of what I experienced in this road trip that offered free charging up Highway 395 to Lake Tahoe and back home through the Nevada desert. We discuss the flare ups of the COVID delta...
Kathryn Cloward on the Passing of Father Joe, JRP0247
Kathryn Cloward joined us to reflect on the passing of Father Joe Carroll. Kathryn is the author of the recent book: “Father Joe, Life Stories of a Hustler Priest.” We shared so many wonderful stories how Father Joe made an impact in Kathryn’s life and the...
7 Lessons I Learned as an Entrepreneur, JRP0246
As I celebrate my 17th year of being self-employed, I share 7 key lessons I learned as an entrepreneur. Starting my own business has been the most challenging and rewarding assignment of my professional life. If I could travel back in Mr. Peabody’s Way...
Ditching a Bad Job, JRP0245
One of the bright spots from the pandemic are workers deciding to take their life seriously and quit their bad job. There is so much opportunity now with the worker shortage where people can earn more money with better benefits and less stress. Plus, there...
COVID Independence Day, JRP0244
California has opened back up! It’s COVID Independence Day! We discuss the details of California’s reopening including the response from local businesses and the recall of Governor Gavin Newsom. We also take a moment to discuss the upcoming...
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