We’re kicking off today’s show with Mayor Douglas Nicholls, now in his third term leading Yuma. From founding 4FrontED to serving on the Arizona Space Commission, Mayor Nicholls has been a driving force in economic development and collaboration across the state. We’ll get to know him, his journey, and talk about the Yuma Spaceport, the 9th Annual Mayors’ International Bike Ride, and Community Conversations. Then, we’re joined by Dr. Tanya Hodges, Executive Director of the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture. A sixth-generation Yuma County native, Dr. Hodges blends deep local roots with leadership in agricultural innovation, water management, and technology. We’ll talk about her career, the mission of YCEDA, and how the future of desert agriculture is being shaped right here in Yuma.

We’re starting today’s show with Howard Blitz, founder and director of The Freedom Library. For more than 27 years, Howard has promoted the Freedom Philosophy, advocating for free markets, private property, and limited government while awarding scholarships to those who complete the library’s education program. Then we’re joined by Functional Health Practitioner Jennifer Whitted, who helps high-achieving women in midlife rebalance their hormones, release stubborn weight, and reclaim the vibrant version of themselves they thought was gone. With over 20 years in healthcare and her own journey through burnout and transformation, Jennifer blends functional health, somatic strategies, and emotional healing to create lasting change.

We’re spending the first half of today’s show with Tyler Woodman from The Lemon Grove, talking about his family’s farming legacy, how The Lemon Grove became a community hub, and their upcoming expansion into a new location. For the second half of the show, we’re diving into Roni’s Remedy questions.

From serving over 21 years in the Marine Corps to mentoring Yuma’s youth through the Travis Manion Foundation, Dale Dumo joins us to talk about building character, leadership and resilience in our next generation. Then, we sit down with Randy Nelson, the former head of the AWC Small Business Development Center, who’s helped countless Yuma entrepreneurs launch their dreams, including me. We’ll talk about business, community and life after retirement.

Jeff Bryd, Community Relations Officer at Avenir Financial, joins us to talk about his lifelong connection to Yuma, his work on local boards, and a new high school program that teaches students how to budget and qualify for a loan using an app. In the second half, filmmaker Cris Drewek shares how building guitars in his garage led to starting Drewek Film, his passion for storytelling, and his work with Yuma Community Theater — including the videos that have helped take their productions to the next level.

Lynn Daily and her niece Teresa Kerley share their powerful, real-life connection to organ donation — one from the perspective of a donor family, the other as a transplant recipient. Together, they talk about the donor network, the impact of saying “yes,” and how their lives have been shaped by the gift of life. Later, Bryan Nance joins us to share his journey of overcoming personal challenges and why he’s dedicated to helping others rebuild their health and lives.

First up, we’re joined by Melyssa Haberle, founder of Mrs. Haberle’s Learning Lab. From special education to teaching in Japan, Melyssa shares how her passion for community based learning led her to start one of Yuma’s most unique educational programs. Then, we sit down with longtime radio personality Jay Walker. From winning a “DJ for a Day” contest to becoming Yuma’s most beloved morning show host, Jay talks about his 12-year run on 95.1 KTTI, why he never thought he’d get the job and what still brings him back to the mic at the Yuma County Fair.

We’re kicking off today’s show with Justin Patane, the man behind Desert Elite Basketball, Friday Night Munchies and The Lab. From bake sales and Michelada Festivals to building a gym for local kids, Justin’s mission is clear and it’s to keep kids active and off the streets through basketball. Then, we’re joined by Gladys Anya and Laura Knaresboro from the AWC Foundation. We’ll talk about breaking economic barriers to higher education and the upcoming Schoolhouse Soiree, a night celebrating Yuma’s past, present and future in education.

From her roots as a Yuma High grad to leading one of Yuma County’s most vital support systems, Tori Bourguignon joins us to talk about her journey through education, crisis response and now serving as Executive Director of Amberly’s Place. We’ll hear how her work has impacted students, military families, first responders, and survivors of abuse, along with what’s ahead for Amberly’s Place and our community.

Two powerful stories. One community.