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TV Santa Barbara provides means for diverse communities to tell their stories, hear each other’s stories, and create new stories together. By providing virtual and physical spaces for individuals and organizations to come together, TVSB creates pathways to collaborate, build relationships, and strengthen our community. Our mission is to empower people to grow as a community by making media that matters.

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S1 · E35
Yesterday · 28 min· Video
Singer & Musician | Kimberly Ford | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Kimberly Ford shares her musical journey, highlighting the influence of choir teachers and family support. She reflects on her early experiences with folk guitar and various genres. Kimberly discusses her work teaching children and her tribute project to Joni Mitchell. She offers advice for aspiring musicians, stressing the importance of passion and mentorship, before concluding with David Starkey's gratitude and anticipation for future interactions. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E607
Friday · 38 min· Video
Boys Band Panel | Newsmakers with JR
Politics and policy collide, just over six weeks before the election, as Nick Welsh, Josh Molina and Ryan P. Cruz join the genial host to dissect the latest City Hall brawl over rent control and how it intersects with the campaigns for Santa Barbara mayor and city council. Plus: district-by-district rundowns on all the city races.
S1 · E34
September 22 · 29 min· Video
Editor-in-Chief | Marianne Partridge | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Exploring Community Journalism with Marianne Partridge Marianne Partridge, editor of the Santa Barbara Independent, shares her journey from the horse racing industry to journalism. She discusses the history of the Independent, including the merger of two publications, and emphasizes community engagement through initiatives like Burger Week and Burrito League. The shift to online publication during the pandemic highlights the Independent's digital transformation. Marianne invites the audience to read the paper and contribute their stories. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E601
September 15 · 59 min· Video
District 4 Candidate Debate | Newsmakers with JR
The four candidates (Jason Dominguez, Genevieve Taft-Vazquez, Devon Wardlow, Monte Wilson) vying to replace Kristen Sneddon in District 4 answer questions about their positions on key city issues from hosts Jerry Roberts and Josh Molina.
S1 · E33
September 15 · 29 min· Video
Writer | Gerald DiPego | The Creative Community with David Starkey
The Journey of a Storyteller: Gerald DiPego's Writing Career Gerald DiPego shares his journey from childhood storytelling to a successful writing career. His first movie experience ignited his passion for storytelling, leading him to scriptwriting in Los Angeles. He reflects on collaborations with actors like Paul Newman and Anthony Hopkins, offering advice for aspiring writers about persistence and depth. Gerald also discusses his family's writing influence and the vibrant theater scene in San Ynez. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E600
September 11 · 27 min· Video
One on One with Monique Limon | Newsmakers with JR
Santa Barbara’s homegrown Senate President pro Tempore reflects on Sacramento’s political and legal response to the constant, unpredictable and vicious attacks by the mob boss president.
S1 · E599
September 9 · 1 hr 13 min· Video
2026 Santa Barbara Mayor Debate | Newsmakers with JR
The candidates to succeed Mayor Randy Rowse discussed and disputed finances, the future of downtown, rent control, and other key issues facing the city.
S1 · E32
September 8 · 29 min· Video
Poet | Phill Taggart | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Phil Taggart shares his journey as a poet and radio host, highlighting his connection to the Ventura community. He discusses his brother Rick's battle with mental illness and its influence on his poetry. Taggart addresses homelessness and the need for empathy, while also reflecting on his teaching role in media and the effects of technology on education. He reads poems that emphasize compassion and understanding. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E598
September 4 · 31 min· Video
Journalist Panel | Newsmakers with JR
On a new episode of Newsmakers TV, our All-Star Panel of Top Local Journalists dissects the big SB mayoral debate and City Council’s crucial vote to advance the State Street Master Plan, as Amanda Velasco, Ryan P. Cruz and Josh Molina join the genial host in breaking down Santa Barbara’s leading local news stories of the week.
S1 · E31
September 1 · 29 min· Video
Co-Owners | Jen Lemberger & Greg Feitt | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Jen Lemberger and Greg Feitt join David Starkey on The Creative Community to discuss their new ownership of Chaucer's Books and share their vision for the store's 50th anniversary. They highlight the importance of community engagement and supporting local authors while honoring the legacy of the original owner, Mari. The discussion covers daily operations, hiring challenges, and the significance of maintaining a diverse collection. They also emphasize the need for community support and resources for aspiring bookstore owners. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E597
August 31 · 29 min· Video
District 6 City Council Candidate Jason Carlton | Newsmakers with JR
Small business owner Jason Carlton reflects on what he learned from his last, unsuccessful, race for Santa Barbara's District 6 City Council seat, and discusses some of the issues that are animating his campaign this time, from improving city permit processing and construction procedures, to addressing the problems of State Street with a sweeping system of automatic traffic bollards.
S1 · E596
August 28 · 27 min· Video
Journalist Panel | Newsmakers with JR
Kaitlin Sweeney returns to Newsmakers TV this week to discuss her scoop raising serious questions about city permits at the Eastside doggie day care facility where a bulldog puppy named Bruce drowned last month, while Ryan P. Cruz breaks down the City Hall controversy over the SBPD’s automated license plate readers, Sofia Wallace reprises her reporting on the big sale of a landmark commercial property in Goleta and Josh Molina has the latest from the local campaign trail. Plus: the genial host’s head explodes over one city council candidate’s expressed plan to keep his political patronage job if he wins election.
S1 · E595
August 27 · 30 min· Video
District 6 Council candidate Anabella Lehnel | Newsmakers with JR
In the four-way race to represent downtown and nearby neighborhoods in the city council's District 6, notary and small business owner Anabella Lehne breaks down her opposition to rent control, explains why part of State Street should be reopened to cars, and jabs at the front-runner as she burnishes her credentials as a "born and raised" Santa Barbara.
S1 · E30
August 25 · 28 min· Video
Author | Julie Dillemuth | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Join author and poet Julie Dillemuth as she shares her insights into the challenges of writing picture books and the importance of spatial thinking skills. Discover the connection between poetry and children's books, and learn about Julie's experience with screenwriting and adaptations. Get advice for aspiring writers, including taking classes and utilizing available resources. Find out how to enjoy the writing process even when it's challenging, and be inspired to be tenacious and express yourself. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E594
August 21 · 28 min· Video
Journalists Panel | Newsmakers with JR
Julian Lozada joins the gang for a new episode of Newsmakers TV, reprising her reporting on back-to-school week for the Santa Barbara Unified School District, which faces big challenges in dealing with declining enrollment and the proliferation of brain-rot tech devices, as Nick Welsh reports some surprising new data about local success in expanding publicly-funded child care, and Josh Molina recounts the latest from the campaign trail on the races for city council and mayor. Plus: as County Executive Mona Miyasato departs after 11 years on the job, there’s a simultaneous significant brain drain in leadership throughout county government that could portend big changes.
S1 · E593
August 18 · 54 min· Video
Kristen Sneddon Mayoral Front-runner | Newsmakers with JR
In first campaign interview, mayoral front-runner talks politics and policy of rent control, State Street and budget, jabbing at chief rival Eric Friedman for consistently siding with incumbent mayor.
S1 · E29
August 18 · 29 min· Video
Poet | Shirley Lim | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Shirley Lim delves into the world of poetry, discussing its accessibility and impact on everyday life. The poet shares her journey, influences, and writing process, highlighting poetry's role in addressing societal issues like climate change and political themes. She also reflects on teaching poetry to children and reads several of her poems, showcasing the connection between poetry and both personal and collective experiences. Shirley reads poems from her In Praise of Limes collection, including 'Santa Barbara Rain' and 'April Heat Wave'. She also shares political and climate change poems. The conversation concludes with a discussion of American identity and the evolving genius of the country. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E592
August 14 · 35 min· Video
Journalist Panel | Newsmakers with JR
Our All-Star Panel of Top Local Journalists is back with a new episode of Newsmakers TV, breaking down Santa Barbara's most consequential and entertaining news stories.
S1 · E28
August 11 · 28 min· Video
Writer | Cynthia Carbone Ward | The Creative Community with David Starkey
Cynthia Carbone Ward shares her writing journey, focusing on personal storytelling and community engagement. She reflects on her experiences as a writer and teacher, discussing the emotional aspects of caregiving and the power of writing. Cynthia emphasizes the importance of oral history and shared narratives, encouraging aspiring writers to find their unique voices and write from personal experiences while offering practical writing advice. The Mission of TV Santa Barbara (TVSB) is to empower people to make media that matters. TVSB provides open access to media technology for companies and individuals who want to tell stories, share ideas, and create television shows, independent films, web videos, and documentaries. http://www.tvsb.tv
S1 · E590
August 7 · 30 min· Video
Journalists Panel | Newsmakers with JR
It’s deadline day for candidates running for mayor and city council in Santa Barbara, and with a majority of seats at City Hall up for grabs, Josh Molina joins the genial host to handicap the races – and break down why they’re important in shaping crucial policies about the city’s future that hang in the balance.

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