• Pop-By the Pop-Up to Support the San Diego River Artists' Alliance (ft. Louise Russell)
    May 14 2025

    This week on The John Olsen Show Podcast, John is joined by Louise Russell, a member of the San Diego River Artists' Alliance (SDRAA). They discuss the origin of SDRAA, the different artists within the group and the different media they produce, and the causes they're supporting.


    The Ebb and Flow of the River Pop-Up Art Show

    May 18th at two locations simultaneously

    T+C Park at Town and Country Resort on River Park Drive from 11-3pm

    Mission Valley Library, 2123 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108 from 1-5pm


    To learn more,

    San Diego River Artists' Alliance Website

    San Diego River Park Foundation


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    36 mins
  • Historic Julian: More Than Meets the Pie (ft. Robin Boland)
    Apr 29 2025

    This week, John is joined by Robin Boland, Executive Director of the Julian Chamber of Commerce! Tune in to hear about Robin's time with the Chamber, the must-see's in Julian, and swap stories about visiting & living in Julian!


    To Learn More,

    "Visit Julian" Website

    Julian Chamber of Commerce


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    35 mins
  • Join Clint August for the 23rd Annual May Ride!
    Apr 22 2025

    This week, John is joined by Clint August, local radio host and owner of Motorcycle Monkey. Together, they share stories, discuss upcoming events, and invite you to the 23rd Annual May Ride!


    May Ride - Motorcycle Ride in Support of Our Troops

    May 17th at Biggs Harley Davidson

    Registration from 8:30-10am


    To learn more,

    May Ride Information

    Clint August Radio Instagram

    Motorcycle Monkey Instagram

    101KGB Instagram


    To contact John Olsen,
    619-855-1151
    John@TheSanteeGuy.com
    JohnOlsen.com
    John Olsen RE Facebook
    Santee Update Facebook

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    56 mins
  • Making Connections Through Music with Michele Perez & Gerren Hall
    Apr 15 2025

    This week, John is joined by Michele Perez, an independent singer/songwriter, and her marketing & media manager, Gerren Hall. They discuss where Michele got her start as a singer, her process as a songwriter, and more


    To learn more,

    MichelePrezLLC.com

    Michele Perez Spotify

    Michele Perez Instagram


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    32 mins
  • David Koontz Invites You to the USS Midway's 80th Birthday Celebrations!
    Apr 8 2025

    This week, John is joined by David Koontz, the Marketing Director for the USS Midway Museum. They discuss the history of the USS Midway, its transition from active duty to decommissioned/museum life, the updates coming to Navy Pier, and much more! Tune in to hear about what sets the USS Midway Museum apart as a floating maritime museum


    50th Anniversary of Operation Frequent Wind

    April 27th from 10am to 3pm

    Event Details


    To learn more,

    USS Midway Museum Exhibits

    Freedom Park Development & Legacy Bricks

    Volunteer Opportunities


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    30 mins
  • Feeding Santee with Dennis Martins from the Santee Food Bank
    Mar 25 2025

    This week, John is joined by Dennis Martins, the President of the Board for the Santee Food Bank. They discuss Dennis's role in the Food Bank, where the Food Bank sources their donations, the reach of impact, and how you can get involved!


    The Santee Food Bank Website

    Located behind Carlton Hills Lutheran Church off Halberns Dr

    Food Pantry

    Open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8am-11am

    Distributed to Santee residents only

    Commodities Distribution

    Third Tuesday of the Month from 8am-11am

    Open to all San Diego County residents

    Stamp Out Hunger - In Cooperation with USPS

    Bags delivered by Thursday, May 8th and picked up Saturday morning by your mail carrier


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    29 mins
  • Behind the Curtain with Steve & Jennifer Rolf: The Story of Off Broadway Live
    Mar 18 2025

    This week, John is joined by Steve & Jennifer Rolf, owners of Off Broadway Live! They discuss the origin and evolution of Off Broadway Live in Santee, how they have curated the experience that has earned them 750 Season Pass holders, and the talent that they bring to the stage each year.


    To learn more,

    Off Broadway Live Website

    Off Broadway Live Facebook

    Off Broadway Live Instagram


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    30 mins
  • Run Tutu Help the Kids with Darcy & Tim
    Feb 28 2025

    This week, John is joined by Darcy Fagerwold & Tim Staump, co-founders of Elev8 Arts Foundation, a non-profit that aims to provide all children with access to classes in the arts. Darcy, the owner of Expressions Dance & Movement Center, and Tim, the owner of Staump School of Music, invite you to join them at their Tutu Fun Run Fundraiser in tandem with the City of Santee's "Discover Your CommUNITY" event


    Tutu Fun Run

    March 15th at 10am

    Town Center Community Park East

    $22/adult and $11/child


    To learn more,

    Tutu Fun Run Sign up!

    Elev8 Arts Website

    Expressions Dance & Movement Website

    Staump School of Music Website


    To contact John Olsen,

    619-855-1151

    John@TheSanteeGuy.com

    JohnOlsen.com

    John Olsen RE Facebook

    Santee Update Facebook

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    14 mins