Ventura Forward

Salzer’s Records Shares Stories of the Iconic Music Store

Ventura Vibes goes straight to the history of Vinyl in Ventura with Brandon Salzer, the son of Ventura County record store owner & concert promoter Jim Salzer.  We go back to the first store in Oxnard to the current location at Victoria & Valentine in Ventura.   Brandon tells us the challenges he faces, the rebirth of vinyl along with keeping up with new artists from rock to jazz, country, hip hop and pop.  If you're a fan of music and vinyl, this podcast is a blast!

Propositions A & B are discussed On Ventura Forward!

Prop A would amend provisions in the Ventura County Ordinance Code pertaining to the permitting process for all new oil and gas development proposals in the coastal portion of the unincorporated area of the County. 
Prop B would establish reasonable & uniform limitations, safeguards and controls for oil & gas exploration and production operations within the non-coastal portions of the unincorporated area that will allow for reasonable use of import resources. 
Hear Ventura Forward's  guests discuss why you should vote yes or no in this informative chat.

John Barrick Talks About His Campaign For Ventura County D.A. With Ventura Forward

Join Spencer & Spence for this podcast with Ventura County District Attorney candidate John Barrick. John talks about prosecuting criminals in The 805, plus his stance that Crime Victim's Rights must come first.  Ventura forward also discusses Mr. Barrick's views on homelessness, drugs, incarceration and the change he feels is needed in the office of District Attorney.  We also talk about his love of baseball, education and growing up in Ventura County.  

Ventura Forward Interview with Guy Martin, The Blues , Opening For Legends & Playing Live.

Spencer & Spence get back to music with local guitar legend Guy Martin. Guy reflects on when he first learned to play guitar along with how hearing Stevie Ray Vaughan changed his life musically. Plus playing live and opening for the likes of B.B. King, Gregg Allman, Dave Mason, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and other great artists, Guy also talks about the local music scene in Ventura County, the great players and his recording studio Black Couch Studio where he gathers the best local singers and musicians to jam together on a randomly picked classic, like Midnight Rambler.  Guy also gives us the heads-up on the Ojai Blues Festival with Ventura County Blues bands, Crooked Eye Tommy, Ray Jarique & The Uptown Brothers, Chuck Strong & SRBQ, Sandy Haley along with Guy Martin.  

The Sheriff Podcast Showdown Featuring Challenger Jim Fryhoff

Ventura Forward with Spencer and Spence features this interview with Ventura County Sheriff candidate Jim Fryhoff discussing his run for Ventura County Sheriff. 

The Sheriff Podcast Showdown. Featuring Ventura County Sheriff Bill Ayub, Podcast #5

Ventura Forward with Spencer and Spence features this interview with Ventura County Sheriff Bill Ayub discussing his candidacy for Ventura County Sheriff. 

Surf Rodeo Festival, Surfing, Dancing, Live Music, Fun In The Sun!

The legendary Surf Rodeo Music Festival is back! Ross Emery joins us to talk about the festival, the incredible story of a neighborhood surf and music event that became a national draw for surfers and performers throughout the U.S. Join Spencer & Spence as they talk to Ross about the local music scene and the origin story of Ventura beach bands including Raging Arb and The Redheads. Ventura Vibes is giving away tickets for all the great bands that are performing at The Ventura Music Hall.  Let's rock, and share the stoke!

The Search Continues For The Father Serra Statue & Matt Almaraz Joins Us to Talk about his resignation from VCUSD As Board President. Let’s Go!

Another awesome Ventura Vibes podcast with a question that's on a lot of people's minds in Ventura, Where is The Father Serra Statue? Spence and Spencer talked to a few folks in the city of Ventura looking for answers.  Matt Almaraz joins Ventura Vibes to chat about his experience with the Ventura County Unified School District, Matt has been a big part of education and recreation in the City of Ventura, he gives us insight on sports and recreation along with education in the City of Ventura.  To close out the show we take a look at a few classic hits about the days of the week a little, pop some rock and southern blues too.  We share the stoke with Ventura Vibes.  Let's Go!