Community Builders - A Chico Podcast

Community Builders, is a podcast dedicated to celebrating and spotlighting the individuals who make a positive impact in Chico, California and the surrounding North State region. Each episode dives deep into the journeys, insights, and efforts of local leaders, activists, and changemakers who are shaping this community through dedication and innovation. With thoughtful conversations and inspiring stories, Community Builders offers listeners a closer look at the people behind impactful projects.

Community Builders - A Chico Podcast is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Community Builders - A Chico Podcast, a society show with 26 episodes published.

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  Community Builders - A Chico Podcast

  Episode #12 - Mike Wiltermood

  Jul 24, 202632 min

  In this episode of Community Builders, we sit down with Mike Wiltermood, CEO of Enloe Health, for a conversation about healthcare, leadership, and what it means to care for a community. Mike shares Enloe’s history in Chico, its mission as an independent nonprofit health system, and the responsibility that comes with serving patients across Northern California. He also reflects on the thousands of employees, physicians, volunteers, and community members who help make that work possible. We discuss the changing landscape of healthcare, the challenges facing rural communities, and the importance of keeping care accessible, sustainable, and close to home. Mike also shares exciting updates about Enloe’s new Comprehensive Cancer Center and the work being done to bring advanced treatment, early screening, and support services to the region. Throughout the conversation, Mike speaks about the relationships that have shaped his life and career, from the lessons he learned growing up in a small town to the people who continue to inspire his leadership today. This episode is a thoughtful look at community-centered healthcare, the power of collaboration, and the people working every day to make Northern California healthier and stronger. Interested in learning more about Enloe Health? Visit enloe.org Follow us on Instagram: @community.builders.chico EPISODE CREDITS: Hosted by Dorian Cohen Produced by Metric Studios Edited by Michael Bone and Seth Ryan Trachtman Audio mixed by Michael Bone Artwork designed by Dorian Cohen Segment jingles licensed through Music Bed Be sure to follow Community Builders on YouTube and Instagram! Instagram YouTube (Full Video Episodes)

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  Episode #11 - Micheal Wolcott

  Jul 2, 202643 minS2

  n this episode of Community Builders, we sit down with Mike Wolcott, editor of the Enterprise-Record, for a conversation about local journalism, community connection, and the role storytelling plays in helping people better understand the place they call home. Mike reflects on his longtime career in journalism, his connection to the North State, and what it means to be part of a newspaper with deep roots in the Chico community. We talk about the changing landscape of local news, the importance of curiosity, and the responsibility that comes with telling stories that matter. Mike shares insight into the work behind community reporting, from covering local issues to highlighting the people, places, and conversations that shape life in Chico. Throughout the conversation, Mike speaks to the value of fairness, listening, and staying engaged, especially in a time when it can feel easier to retreat into familiar perspectives. His approach reminds us that strong communities are built through honest conversations, open minds, and a willingness to keep showing up for one another. This episode is a thoughtful look at the importance of local journalism, the power of asking good questions, and the role a community newspaper can play in helping people feel more informed, connected, and invested in where they live. Interested in learning more about the Enterprise-Record? Visit chicoer.com Follow us on Instagram: @community.builders.chico EPISODE CREDITS: Hosted by Dorian Cohen Produced by Metric Studios Edited by Michael Bone and Seth Ryan Trachtman Audio mixed by Michael Bone Artwork designed by Dorian Cohen Segment jingles licensed through Music Bed Be sure to follow Community Builders on YouTube and Instagram! Instagram YouTube (Full Video Episodes)

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  Episode #10

  Episode #10 - Bonnie Pipkin

  Jun 3, 202630 minS2

  <p>In this episode of Community Builders, we sit down with Bonnie Pipkin, creator of Bonfire Storytelling, for a conversation about connection, vulnerability, and the power of sharing real stories in community.<br/><br/>Bonnie shares how Bonfire Storytelling began as a simple idea inspired by live storytelling events like The Moth and has since grown into one of Chico’s most meaningful and engaging community gatherings. Built around a multi-generational format, each event brings together storytellers from different decades of life to share personal experiences centered around a common theme.<br/><br/>We talk about the magic that happens wh...

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  Community Builders - A Chico Podcast

  Episode #9 - Janice Walker

  Apr 26, 202627 minS0

  <p><b>In Episode #9 – Season 2 of Community Builders,</b> we sit down with Janice Walker of Chico Project SAVE for a moving conversation about service, purpose, and what it means to truly show up for your community.<br/><br/>Janice shares how Chico Project Save has grown from a small effort to gather unused medical supplies into a life-changing organization serving people both locally and around the world. From hospital beds and wheelchairs to oxygen equipment and other essential items, their work has brought comfort, dignity, and hope to countless families.<br/><br/>One of the most powerful moments in th...

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  Episode #8 - Keith Jouganatos

  Apr 5, 202643 minS2

  <p>In Season 2 - Episode #8 of Community Builders, we sit down with Keith Jouganatos for a powerful conversation about storytelling, local news, and the responsibility of keeping a community informed.</p><p>Keith shares what it really means to be a reporter, from early morning prep to going live on air, and breaks down the full process of turning a story idea into a finished broadcast. He talks about the importance of accuracy over speed, why local news matters more than ever, and how social media is changing the way people consume information.</p><p>We dive into the role...

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