Ventura Forward

City Council Starting Blocks, The Race Is On The Names Are Coming Out

Spencer & Spence talk local events, summer time vibes, The Fair, Concerts, Local Big Surfs and most importantly list the citizens names who have decided to run for Ventura City Council for this November.  Districts 1, 4, 5, and 6 are opened, Ventura Forward invites you to listen to the podcast and enter the race to represent your district!

X - 50 (X 5 - 0) Mike Marostica Talks Shop From A Cop’s P.O.V.

Ventura Forward shares the stoke with a local, retired Police Officer Mike Marostica. He shares his family's history in sports, his 27 years of service to the City of Oxnard as a Police Officer plus details about his latest endeavor, providing private security for U.H.N. Ultra High Net Worth Clients. Also look forward to Mike's opinion on the current homeless situation in Ventura and how he is going to help Ventura Forward provide solutions.

Shawn Echevarria Blasts onto the Ventura Forward Podcast Stage!

A local dude tells his story about playing music, fishing and raising a family in Ventura California.  Shawn is The bass player for  Rey Fresco, the band that provides our opening music.  Let's Go, Share The Stoke!

Ventura Forward: The Origin of The Stoke

Spencer & Spence talk about community involvement that started small and grew big through a memory of an older brother, all stories have a beginning listen to ours then tell us yours, Let's Go!

Lion Pat Pothier Roars Into Ventura Forward Podcast

Spencer and Spence chat with Ventura Downtown Lion member Pat Pothier who talks about opportunities to serve in Ventura, future programs to be created for the community and the passion behind becoming a public servant.  Mr. Pothier describes his journey as a young military brat to his role as the President of The Ventura Downtown Lions.

Former Parks Commish Shares Investigative Interview At Ventura City Hall

Spencer Noren shares an investigative interview about the allegations of harassment in his capacity as Parks & Rec Commissioner. In this interview there are 3 voices, Spencer Noren, Craig Ramirez who is Spencer Noren's Lawyer along with a hired law firm representative. We are happy you take the time to listen to my side of the accusations made by the City of Ventura.  If you have any questions or comment reach Spencer Noren directly at 805 320 8758.

Ventura Land Trust Executive Director Melissa Baffa Talks about Harmon Canyon & The Great Outdoors!

Spencer & Spence share the stoke of the great outdoors in The City of Ventura with their special guest Melissa Baffa. Melissa talks about the great work the Ventura Land Trust does in the community by acquiring land to preserve the area's natural beauty while allowing access on trails that are designed for hiking with the least impact on nature.  Everything from trees, native plants and wildlife to all those goats that were brought to Harmon Canyon to suppress fires and take out invasive plants, great conversation with Spencer & Spence on Ventura Forward, Let's Go!

New Sheriff, Same D.A. & Oil Wins Election Results & Analysis

Join Ventura Forward as we discuss the election races that were posted on previous podcasts. Spencer & Spence talk about the low voter turnout in Ventura County, they discuss The race for District attorney, Ventura County Sheriff. along with Propositions A & B.