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Latest Episodes
The Alternative is Unacceptable
In this episode, Grant sits down with four motivated leaders who are driving solutions to the Tijuana River sewage crisis. Ramon Chairez, Sarah Davidson, Lesly Galleg...

Tijuana River Pollution: Speaking Up for Patient Health with Dr. Dickson and Dr. Nguyen
Special Series: This season, Stop & Talk is diving into one of San Diego County’s biggest environmental and health emergencies: the Tijuana River Sewage Crisis. Throug...

Season 2 Wrap-Up
Season 2 of Stop and Talk brought us stories of resilience, creativity, and community action across San Diego. Hosts Grant Oliphant and Crystal Page welcomed guests wh...

Thelma Virata de Castro: Expressing Yourself is a Powerful Thing
In this episode, host Grant Oliphant sits down with Thelma Virata de Castro, a Filipinx artist, playwright, and community teacher based in San Diego. Thelma's work del...

Carol Dedrich: Fun is a critical component of mental health
Carol Dedrich, CEO of Girl Scouts San Diego, joins host Grant Oliphant to explore the evolving role of Girl Scouts in shaping the next generation of leaders. Drawing f...
