90. Michael Brooking - May 5, 2014

This week, Matt talks with Michael Brooking, local photographer and proprietor of Red's, the downtown Stockton coffee shop.

Michael Brooking

Michael Brooking

A lifelong Stockton resident, Mike got bit by the photography bug at an early age and has been shooting pictures ever since. You can view many of his photographs on Flickr and his website.

Mike is also the proprietor of Red's, the coffee shop in downtown Stockton. Located at 13 South San Joaquin, Mike serves the downtown crowd mornings, Monday through Friday. 

More links from this week's episode:

anotherlevelcrossfit.com

The Bookstore - a set on Flickr

88. Amanda King and Lucas, April 14, 2014

This week Rod catches up with Amanda King and Lucas,  the talented on-air personalities of The Morning Block Party on KWIN 97.7 and 98.3 FM.

The Morning Block Party and so much more...

As advocates for local youth and sports, Amanda and Lucas are more than just the talented voices on the radio in the morning. They are both truly passionate about Stockton and their listeners and spend time giving back to the community in many ways. 

Find them on the radio, 97.7 and 98.3 FM, on the Morning Block Party, weekdays from 6 to 10 AM. Also, listen live online at KWIN.com and iHeartRADIO.

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#GSADO

There's less than one week left of the Great Stockton Asparagus Dine Out. Once again, Visit Stockton has put together a growing list of participating restaurants for this great local event as the perfect lead up the Stockton Asparagus Festival. Matt and Susan talk about some of the great choices out there. The Great Stockton Asparagus Dine Out runs until April 20. Check out the participating restaurants at dineoutstockton.com.

84. Thunder Man - Eric Kenny - March 24, 2014

In this week's episode, Matt talks with Super Fan, Eric Kenny aka "Thunder Man."  Susan and Matt also chat about Macaronage.

Thunder Man

Eric "Thunder Man" Kenny

Eric explains how he went from a new fan of ECHL hockey to "Thunder Man". He shares with us how with a little inspiration from other fans and the help of his wife, they came up with what would eventually become his signature look.

As a self-appointed hype man for the Stockton Thunder, Eric cheers and hypes the crowd to keep fans involved and in the game.  

Although he is not associated or employed by the Stockton Thunder organization, he is a true "Super Fan" and he enjoys being a part of the fun and action that goes on at the arena.

To learn more about Eric "Thunder Man" Kenny, visit him on at facebook.com/thunderman204.

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Macaronage

Susan talks about how she discovered Macarons and fell in love at first bite.  She and Matt talk about their experience when they visited the store and tried their tasty treats. Definitely a hidden gem of Stockton that is worth checking out. 

See what Macaronage is all about by visiting them at facebook.com/macaronagebygrace or yelp.com/biz/macaronage-macarons-stockton. And don't forget to stop by the store located in the Hammer Ranch Shopping Center at 7610 Pacific Avenue, Suite B6, Stockton, CA 95210. Call them at (209) 955-0857.

Instameet & Local Food Truck Frenzy

Saturday, March 29, from 5pm to 8pm, the Stockton Instameet community will have a meet-up behind the Stockton Arena (on Arena Rd). There will be more than 9 different food trucks, contests and live music. This is sure to be an awesome event!

Find out more at instagram.com/p/l3Kq2VNFIS/ and facebook.com/localfoodtruckfrenzy.

83. Matt Thomas & Mike Linker, Victory Grill - March 17, 2014

Susan interviews Matt Thomas and Mike Linker, the owners of Victory Grill.

Victory Grill

Matt Thomas and Mike Linker of The Victory Grill

Matt and Mike share with us, that with their years of experience in the restaurant business and a love for the community, they chose to open the Victory Grill in the Victory Park area.

Offering American comfort food such as juicy burgers, BBQ pulled pork, roast beef, deli and panini sandwiches served with fries. 

Also known for making the largest cheeseburger in 2013, the guys share with us what it takes to "GO BIG!" 

The Victory Grill is located at 1765 Monte Diablo Ave, Stockton, CA 95203. You can call them at 209-941-8841.

To learn more about what's going on at the Victory Grill and their community involvement, visit them online at thevictorygrill.com. Or, you can check them out at facebook.com/thevictorygrill.

79. Tony Mannor, Finnegan's Irish Pub & Restaurant and Rebels Whiskeyhouse (continued) - February 18, 2014

Tony Finnegan Mannor

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Tony Mannor, the proprietor of Finnegan's Irish Pub & Restaurant and Rebels Whiskeyhouse. This episode is the second of two parts of our interview with Tony. If you missed the last episode, you can listen to it here.

To get on the guest list for Finnegan's or Rebels, start by going to 209guestlist.com.  You can learn more about Finnegan's by visiting finnpub.com or check them out at Facebook.com/finnpub.

Rebels Whiskeyhouse can be found at facebook.com/RebelsBBQ.

Finnegan's is located at 6002 Pacific Ave. and Rebels is at 6252 Pacific Ave, both in Stockton, CA 95207.

Thank you to Tony Mannor for coming on to Podcast Stockton.

We'd love to hear your comments, feedback or show ideas.

Leave us a message, or text us, at 209-565-3229 or send your e-mail to PodcastStockton@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @podcaststockton.

78. Tony Mannor, Finnegan's Irish Pub & Restaurant and Rebels Whiskeyhouse - February 17, 2014

Tony Finnegan Mannor

In this episode, we are joined in the Outback Studios once again by Tony Mannor, the proprietor of Finnegan's Irish Pub & Restaurant and Rebels Whiskeyhouse. This episode is the first of two parts of our interview with Tony.

Tony tells us how he came from a background in marketing, to opening a bar and eventually expanding by opening a second location, Rebels Whiskeyhouse. Tony shares with us how he was inspired by the love of his hometown to create a positive and safe environment for patrons of his business and his community.

Tony has garnered worldwide media attention for his social media guest list policy. Tony describes his guest list policy as "sort of a reservation program" and explains why and how it started.

To get on the guest list for Finnegan's or Rebels, start by going to 209guestlist.com.  You can learn more about Finnegan's by visiting finnpub.com or check them out at Facebook.com/finnpub.

Rebels Whiskeyhouse can be found at facebook.com/RebelsBBQ.

Finnegan's is located at 6002 Pacific Ave, and Rebels is at 6252 Pacific Ave, both in Stockton, CA 95207.

Come back tomorrow to listen to part two of our conversation with Tony.

75. Paul and Cindi Marsh, Mile Wine Company - November 25, 2013

This week, we had the pleasure of talking with Paul and Cindi Marsh, proprietors of the Mile Wine Company. 

Mile Wine Company

Mile Wine Company is unlike any other place in Stockton.  A quintessential wine bar and restaurant that also serves great beers, cheeses, and gourmet seasonally prepared food.

Mile Wine Company offers an exceptional selection of distinctive and eclectic fine wines from around the world, artisan cheese, charcuterie, monthly winemaker dinners, a wine club, and weekly wine classes hosted by Paul Marsh, who is a certified sommelier.

The Brubeck room inside Mile Wine Company is an intimate, private room for business lunches, formal dinners, or private celebrations. It's a perfect room for smaller groups.

In addition to fine wines and great food the Mile Wine Company offers a relaxing atmosphere, outdoor seating and live music by local musicians.

Mile Wine Company is located on the Miracle Mile at 2113 Pacific Avenue, in Stockton.

View their menu or plan your next small event at milewinecompany.com. You can also connect with Mile Wine Company at facebook.com/milewinecompany and @MileWineCompany.

73. Boggs Tract Community Farm - September 30, 2013

First Jobs. Do you remember your first job? Matt and Susan remember theirs.

Matt got his start at Shakey's Pizza, working in the scullery and Susan started her professional life scooping ice cream at Swensen's Ice Cream. Journey back in time and share their first job experiences.  

Boggs Tract Community Farm

Puentes Americas is developing an urban farm and garden in the Boggs Tract area of Stockton. This area is known as a food desert, where residents have no grocery store or fresh food close by. The Boggs Tract Community Farm aims to support local residents with setting up a farmers’ market to generate revenue that will ultimately go towards creating urban farms throughout San Joaquin County. 

Recently, Matt spent some time at the Boggs Tract Community Farm and spoke with Harriet, Marty Segal, Shanna Eller, Eric Firpo, Shayne Zurilgen, and Susan Mora-Loyko.

Stockton Harvest

Join the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program for $15 per week ($60 per month) to receive a box of fresh, locally grown produce delivered to your doorstep each week. Becoming a member of the CSA will not only support the farm’s daily operation but provide you with healthy, seasonal foods.

For more information on how you can volunteer, donate or become a member of the CSA program, visit their website at puentes-americas.org

The PUENTES Seeds & Spirits Annual Brunch is Sunday, November 3 from 11 AM to 1 PM. For more information and tickets, please visit eventbrite.com/event/6023659929/ .

French 25

Recently opened in 2013, French 25′s cuisine is inspired by the famed French Quarter neighborhood in New Orleans. 

With Po'Boys, Jambalaya, and Alligator Bites, will Matt and Susan go back? Ouais. (that's a yes!)

Visit them at french-25.com  and at facebook.com/frenchtwentyfive

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Music for today's show was "Halfway Gone" by Michael Seymour. Thanks to him for allowing us to use his song. Find him at reverbnation.com/MICHAELSEYMOUR

68. David Garcia, Stockton City Limits - August 12, 2013

Golf Anyone?

Matt and Susan talk about golfing in Stockton. Maybe a Podcast Stockton Golf Tournament someday???  

Stockton offers two well known municipal 18-hole golf courses, and a Par 3 Executive Golf Course for your golfing pleasure. Swenson Park Golf Course and Van Buskirk Golf Course. Both are easily accessible from Interstate-5. 

With other courses like The Reserve at Spanos, Elkhorn and others, there's lots of opportunities for great golf in town.

To find out more about golfing in Stockton visit  stocktongolfcourses.com

Let's Talk Dogs!

Susan and Matt both try Casey's Hot Dogs and meet with the owner,  Peter.

Recently opening on July 4th, Casey's Hot Dogs is the newest restaurant on the miracle mile.

The name Casey, of course, comes from "Casey at the Bat" following the theme of "The Might Casey at the Bat". 

Enjoy gourmet hot dogs and catch a baseball game on the flat screen TVs.

Casey's Hot Dogs is located on the Miracle Mile at 2311 Pacific Avenue, between La Palma Mexican restaurant and the new location of Mid Town Creperie.

Stockton City Limits

In this episode, Matt and Susan are joined in studio by David Garcia the author of the blog, Stockton City Limits.

David Garcia

Stockton City Limits is a blog about growth and development in Stockton. David earned his Master’s Degree in Public Policy with an emphasis on Urban Policy from the Johns Hopkins Institute for Policy Studies. He works as a researcher/analyst for a Congressional research agency in Washington, DC.  

We hope you'll visit the blog and read his thought-provoking and data driven research that touches on many facets of urban planning, growth, and development.

To learn more about Stockton City Limits visit the blog at stocktoncitylimits.com and continue the conversation on Facebook at facebook.com/stocktoncitylimits and Twitter @STK_City_Limits.

61. Pat Filippone, Stockton Ports - May 4, 2011

Welcome to Podcast Stockton. On this week's show:

The Stockton Weekend Activities Guide from Wes Rhea and the Stockton Conference and Visitor's Bureau. Be sure to sign-up for their weekly e-mail newsletter.

A review of last weekend's Walk A Mile In Her Shoes. The 4th annual event put on by the Women's Center of San Joaquin County was last weekend. See the last post for links to pics.

An interview with Stockton Ports President, Pat Filippone. Rod sat down with Pat to discuss minor league baseball and your Stockton Ports.

A few things to do on Cinco de Mayo. Lots of great places to hang out with friends on Cinco de Mayo.

Until next time, make it great Stockton!

- Matt & Rod