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In this week's episode of Branching Out, Lori Woodley-Langendorff joins host David Lopez to discuss the mental-health crisis that has increased in magnitude since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Woodley-Langendorff heads up All It Takes, which has produced a six-part series "A Trusted Space: Meeting the Moment."  The series expands upon the urgent need for California's schools to create trusted, healthy spaces for all students.  It brings together diverse voices from the frontlines of education to take a deeper look at the social, emotional, mental and academic challenges that persist in a pandemic recovery environment. “Meeting the Moment” is produced by All It Takes and was made possible with funding through the California Department of Health Care Services, as part of the CalHOPE program.  Support the show

In this week's episode of Branching Out,  Doug Wilson and Jay Fernandez chat with host David Lopez about ways the Woolsey Fire inspired a group of Oak Park community members to create the Oak Park Fire Safe Council.  The pair stopped by the Acorn's studio ahead of the 3rd annual town hall this evening. The event helps community members learn how to protect their families and homes from wildfire danger.  Support the show

Kenny White, the owner and operator of St. Patrick's Rattlesnake and Rabbit Fencing Solutions joins Branching Out this week. Starting out his career with a fear of snakes, White and Branching Out producer David Lopez discusses how to manage life in Acorn country while we coexist with our slithery companions.  Support the show

In this week's episode, Acorn sports editor Eliav Appelbaum and Branching Out host David Lopez discuss the kick-off of CIF's newest sport, girls' flag football. Read Appelbaum's full preview in print and online.  Support the show

In this week's episode of Branching Out, producer David Lopez is joined by Mychael Margott. The president of Thousand Oaks' newest pizzeria, Slice House by Tony Gemignani, chats with Lopez about how the shop has found early success in a crowded pizza market.    Support the show

In this week's episode of Branching Out, Acorn Sports Editor Eliav Appelbaum and Branching Out producer David Lopez discuss the upcoming issue of the Pigskin Preview. Hear Appelbaum's take on some of the area's best teams as the pair discuss spots 10-6 in this year's preseason Power Poll. The Pigskin Preview is a special section produced by the Acorn Newspapers sports department. You'll find it inserted into your copy of the Acorn this Friday or Saturday.  Support the show

In this week's episode of Branching Out, Acorn reporter Eamon Murphy joins David Lopez to discuss a pair of recent stories he wrote. The City of Calabasas city council has been debating how to better protect its residents from smash and grabs and residential burglary, while PetSmart settled with eight counties, including Los Angeles County and Ventura County for issues related to overcharging.   Support the show

In this week's episode of Branching Out, host David Lopez is joined by Brian McMahon of the Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks to discuss the upcoming Brewfest. In its 11th year running, the annual event benefits the Kiwanis' efforts in the community including Bikes for Youth and annual scholarship opportunities for high schoolers. The Brewfest is August 3. The Brewfest's Platinum Sponsors are Pacific Western Bank and Rusnak BMW.  Links Kiwanis TO Brewfest website Support the show

In this week's episode of Branching Out, David Lopez is joined by Kyle Jorrey, Sean Rendineo and Janelle Achenbach. The trio are leading the charge to bring the Turkey Day Dash back to the Conejo Valley this year. Learn more about the history of this Thanksgiving tradition. Five07 Turkey Day Dash website Support the show

In this week's episode, we learn a little about Chad O'Melia, the victim in a 2018 homicide which has yet to make its way through the courts to a trial. Read Becca's story in print this Saturday.  Background Police: Accused killer told cops that bong hits led to violent episode Roommate recalls Memorial Day Slaying Support the show

Spooner Greenbird was a child, and her mother was a patient at what was then Camarillo State Mental Hospital. Visiting hours had ended, so her mom stood on a bathroom sink and said hello through the bars of a window while Greenbird was lifted into the air by her father. Now a graduate of California State University, Channel Islands, hear Greenbird's stories about her experiences at the university. Click here to read the story Support the show

Join producer David Lopez and Timmy Heague as they discuss the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship. From navigating challenges to seizing opportunities, they'll share their personal journeys, lessons learned, and secrets to success. Get ready to be inspired, motivated and enlightened. Timmy and David also discuss Jack Kirby and what it means to operate a business in a place a comic book legend called home.  Support the show