Kevin Adler is the founder of Miracle Messages, a nonprofit organization that helps the homeless reconnect with their family and loved ones. In this episode, we'll learn about Kevin's connection to family in Santa Cruz and how a single conversation inspired him to create this volunteer network that's now in its tenth year. We'll also discuss unintended biases that many of us might have over the homeless issue, some of the success stories in his new book, When We Walk By, and we'll learn about some of the opportunities to volunteer and assist with Miracle Messages.

The team catches up with Joe Sib to talk punk rock, touring, family and comedy

The Area 831 Podcast team interview Courtney Laschkewitsch - small business owner, entrepreneur and inventor

We focus on a LONG-TIME Santa Cruz business as we chat with John Bargetto, Director of Winemaking for Bargetto Winery, the oldest winery in Santa Cruz County. This episode is a detailed look at the history of wine in California told by a third-generation winemaker.

The Area 831 Podcast team interview Megan Wood, Children's Book Author. We discuss her new books, her experiences at Burning Man and more

October is Depression Awareness Month. In today's episode, we're chatting with Jeremy Lansing, licensed therapist and a representative of the Santa Cruz Health Services Agency. We'll learn about the differences between depression and anxiety, how to recognize the signs of each, and how resources such as simply calling 988 or going to 988lifeline.org are always there at the ready to help. We'll also talk in length about how mental health issues were somewhat stigmatized in the past - and still in the present, for some communities - and the positive steps that therapists, families and friends have taken over the decades to help people become aware and deal with these issues.

The Area 831 Podcast team sit down with Jimbo Phillips to discuss his artistic journey and the evolution of skate art and culture

The Area 831 team interviews Archaeologist turned Steampunk Author, Gail Carriger. A UCSC graduate

The Area 831 Podcast team interview Al Jardine, one of the original Beach Boys

As a sports chiropractor, Aaron wanted to create a healthy alternative to “energy” drinks that were loaded with sugar and synthetic caffeine. Along with business partner Orion Melehan, they created the LifeAid line of beverages. Learn their story and why they’ve kept LifeAid local and independently owned.