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Life is messy, beautiful, hard, and preciously short so why not "FIND THE FUNNY" in it? Comedian, Lisa Alvarado, helps people focus on the humor through the painful absurdities of life. You're not alone, we all need laughter, love, and acceptance ❤️ 💯! Lisa will include voice mails from wonderful people like yourself and respond with brilliant comedians to help turn your 😢 into 🤣, or at least a 🍆🥶. Get an honest insight into the comedy bizz along with ridiculous personal stories with Lisa. Y ...
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Vista Chamber of Commerce CEO Rachel Beld interviews the movers, shakers & changemakers that are moving Vista forward.
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"Sarah Palin" aka #LisaAlvarado is the special guest! On this Find the Funny podcast. This is just a few days before the VP debates and Palin has some thoughts on Campaign Ads, Taylor Swift, and the many lies of JD VancePalin roasts ALL the candidates!! Don't forget to say hi!FOLLOW LISA ALVARADO ON THE SOCIALShttps://www.youtube.com/lisaalvaradoco…
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Gumaro Escarcega is well known in North County as the CEO of Main Street Oceanside but he and his wife Fabiola Plata are also owners of two Vista businesses - Embroidery Image and The Watershack. Gumaro sits down with Rachel to share his experience as an entrepreneur, the importance of taking risks, and the value of relationships. Show Notes: Main …
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Joe Green, business owner, father, and PTA leader, was elected to Vista City Council in 2016 and re-elected in 2020 on a platform to increase communication. As Joe wraps up his last term on Council, he sits down with Rachel to discuss his work over the past eight years, why public service matters, and what's next. Show Notes: #WAVE - We Are Vista E…
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This Election Season and the maverick "Sarah Palin" aka #LisaAlvaradoComedian is the special guest! Tonight, before the Harris-Trump Debate. Jessie Dollemore shares the Daily Beast article that compares Palin to JD Vance and she weighs in on the Tic Tac Inflation-gate. Palin roasts ALL the candidates!! Watch until the end for a special segment. FOL…
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As Vice President of People and Culture at Watkins Wellness, Silvia Rocha-Espino is responsible for leading the HR teams globally. Her team develops strategy and solutions in areas such as talent acquisition, development, compensation, and employee wellness. They partner with leadership enterprise-wide to maximize the success of our organization, d…
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Remember when Lisa almost won the title of America's Funniest Mom in America? Rubi Nicholas does! What happens when a Pakistani and Latina mom bunk together on the Nick at Nite reality tv show? Find out on this episode of Find the Funny!https://www.instagram.com/rubinicholas https://www.tiktok.com/@fairybrownmother https://www.rubinicholas.com/date…
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Lisa Alvarado continues sharing her "war stories" from the middle east! Fire in the hole!Stopping in Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia with comedians Carmen Lynch, Brian Kiley, and Patrick Keane, check out some of the best stand-up moments and base experiences.00:00 Fire in the hole! Part two of Lisa's military tour 01:11 Talking t…
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Lisa Alvarado shares stories from her Military Comedy Tour in the Middle East. You get some comedy clips and behind the scenes fun as Lisa and the other comedians support the troops! So much fun it takes two parts!https://www.instagram.com/lisaalvaradocomedyWatch or Listen on @YouTube @Spotify @Apple Podcasts#camels #MilitaryComedy #KuwaitAdventure…
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#LisaAlvaradoComedian shares highlights and favorite moments from her show "Find the Funny."00:00 Introducing the Show - Highlights from the past 00:22 Clip from Irving Oquelis Interview Pt 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIH9agYS2Fs 02:52 Clip from Nick Hoff Interview Pt 1 https://youtu.be/6Fqol8qnXtM 05:22 Clip from Lisa's Comedy Special Taping…
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Carmen Lynch and Lisa Alvarado are back with their joke writing discussion. They talk about how humor works differently in different places and how social media affects the art form. They also share their favorite Alaskan experience, which was hiking the Glacier Tours with https://glacier-tours.com. Watch or Listen on @YouTube @Spotify @Apple Podca…
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Join us with this fun and fascinating conversation with stand-up comedian Carmen Lynch! In this "Find the Funny" episode, Carmen sits down with Lisa Alvarado for an unfiltered chat about comedy, life, and everything in between. Carmen just released her two new comedy specials, er new comedy specials Queef Week and Una Hora en Español. Don't miss ou…
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Zeke Corley is co-owner of two family businesses, Network One Insurance & Financial Services & Bill Corley Insurance Agency, branded simply as Yourinsuranceplace.com, specializing in commercial insurance. He is also the owner of A Different Day Networks LLC., which produces twelve podcasts (and counting!) while also hosting his own show, Same Busin…
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Lisa and Sarah discuss "lady things." Don't worry guys there's fun for you too! MAX originals has their top rated series "Hacks" out for a 3rd season. Lisa shares her perspective on the show as well as Nikki Glaser's Roast of Tom Brady and her new comedy special. The conversation also touches on related topics like societal expectations for women, …
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Dr. Eric Chagala is the founding principal of Vista Innovation Design Academy (VIDA), a Vista Unified School District middle school. Eric is an inspirational educator with incredible energy and an impressive shoe collection! As VIDA's 10th year draws to a close, Eric sits down with Rachel to talk about VIDA's transformation, his work as Principal a…
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Irving Oquelis youtube.com/@okelis4254 is back this week! Irving shares how a musician can get a job on cruise ships. He also shares his side hustle, give he the lyrics and he will write a little diddy just for you! Need more info? Check out the pod. Detalles Cantados Facebook: detalles_cantados Instagram.com/detalles_cantadosTiktok.com/ @detall…
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Lisa DeJesus is the President/CEO of ADU Gurus, a Vista-based company that assists with ADU feasibility, design and consulting. In addition to operating ADU Gurus, Lisa is also a real estate broker, a planning commissioner, and volunteers with a number of local non profits. For all these reasons, and more, Lisa was selected as Vista's Businessperso…
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Lisa talks to her musician friend and fellow Peruvian Irving Oquelis in this week's Find the Funny podacast. Irving wrote the song "Sabrosura Del Perú" which is featured her Lisa upcoming Stand-up Comedy Special. Together they talk about the orgins of the song, how they met and much more! Catch part 1 of the two part interview! Detalles Cantados Fa…
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Donnell Hilliard is the owner/operator of Kingdom Kutz on Indiana in downtown Vista. Originally from New Orleans and raised in Oceanside, Donnell is an Army Veteran who has been working the clippers since he was a teenager. Now, his shop’s bold presence in downtown Vista is making an impact – one so big, Kingdom Kutz was recently named Vista’s New …
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Watch as comedian Lisa Alvarado takes on hecklers with some hilarious stand-up comedy clips, in this new episode of Find the Funny. Get ready for some epic crowd work! There was so much to share we split this episode into two parts! #lisaalvaradocomedian #LatinaAF #Comedy #standupcomedy #comedypodcast #findingthefunny #podcast #podcastlaughs #toddg…
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Martha Alvarado is a Marine Veteran, an educator, and a mom. Her background and passion for students led her to run for VUSD School Board of Trustees in 2018. She now serves as the President of the Board. Join Rachel for a conversation with Trustee Alvarado about the role of a Board Trustee, the latest happenings in Vista Unified and what is next f…
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Watch as comedian Lisa Alvarado takes on hecklers with some hilarious stand-up comedy clips, in this new episode of Find the Funny. Get ready for some epic crowd work! There was so much to share we split this episode into two parts! 00:00 Bienvenida a "Encontrar la Divertida" con Lisa Alvarado 00:30 Spring Break Hecklers - How is Heckling different…
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Clean Energy Alliance is coming to Vista! Listen in as Rachel sits down with Greg Wade CEO and Deputy Mayor Katie Melendez to discuss the new energy plan options and how they impact residents and businesses. The new program rolls out April 1 so keep your eyes peeled for mailed information so you can choose the plan that works for you!Show notes:CEA…
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Lisa Alvarado is joined by her very good friend Ron and they shoot the sh*t! Literally! Lisa, Ron and Sarah discuss everything from poop samples to vasectomies. What's your favorite doctor story?As Ron says if it's going to kill you, you might as well make it funny.#comedytalk #crowdworkcomedy #findthefunny #comedianslife #LisaAlvaradoComedian #Com…
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Vicente Hinojosa is an advisor with Advanced Financial Solutions who also serves as the CEO of the Vista Education Foundation. The VEF is a a non profit organization that serves Vista students by providing educational funding to support the arts, technology, internships and scholarships. The Vista Chamber partners with VEF to present Heroes of Vist…
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Lisa and Sarah discuss this new season of "The Bachelor" Season 28 with Joey! They share insights into the scripted nature of reality shows, comparing it too their own parody series "The Bitchlorettes" from 12 years ago. What has changed and what the same. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6buNfJnEoETy7kmyDnX51paZZVI4DDv2&si=kwKiA9q6iUL1kf0O Lisa…
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When Vista Community Clinic first opened in 1972, they set out to provide quality health care to anyone who walked through our doors. Today, over 50 years later, they have helped redefine the community clinic model by pioneering innovative models of primary care delivery. With twelve state-of-the-art clinics treating more than 70,000 patients every…
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Lisa shares highlights from some of her favorite shows over this last year. Check out the all the shows! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6buNfJnEoESh_OU9xZIGg9mcaeb1NfYp Include Ken Peltier, a singer who plays guitar despite losing two fingers, and Grace Praga, an Argentine friend. Some other highlights include comedic encounters, and worki…
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Luis Gomez is the owner/operator of Chick Fil A Vista. If you've met Luis, you recognize his warm and authentic smile. His unique path to being a Chick Fil A owner/operator is an inspiration! Join guest host Kent Leithold as he sits down with Luis to talk about community service, investing in team members, and that Chick-Fil-A sauce! Also, learn ho…
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Lisa says good-bye to her "lil light," LUCY. "She was pure love and so smart. We lost her on Friday, I only had her for 4 years . The unconditional love that dogs give us is how I aspire to be… " Have you heard about the dangers of Cytopoint and Apoquel... you are about to find out! There are a lot of resources available if you would like to find o…
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Vista Fire Chief Washington joined the City of Vista in August of 2023 after 32 years of fire service. He sits down with Rachel to talk about his background, passion for developing talent pipelines, and what's next for the Vista Fire Department. Enjoy this insightful and inspiring conversation with Chief Washington! Book: Firefighter: Williams, Her…
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Lisa Alvarado and fellow comedian RT Steckle share road stories Support the show Tell Lisa your story and let's find the funny together. Go to FindtheFunnyPodcast.com to leave a 1.5 minute voice message and we will share it on the podcast. You can also send your story to lisa@findthefunnypodcast.com Follow and Subscribe to Lisa Alvarado on YouTube …
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It's Lisa's Special Birthday Episode! Join Lisa Alvarado in this side-splitting episode of "Find the Funny" as Lisa shares her thoughts on the surprising news of famous physicist Stephen Hawking's infidelity. With her witty commentary and hilarious speculations ponders the logistics of intimacy for someone with Hawking's condition. as well as some …
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This year's resolutions for Lisa are to sell her new comedy special, learn how to edit and fall in love! What are your goals? https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/new-year-resolutions-survey-2024 #lisaalvaradocomedian #resolution #newyear #newyear2024 #dating #comedypodcast #comedyspecials Support the show Tell Lisa your story and let's find the funn…
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Join Rachel for some year-end highlights, special announcements and a Christmas gift, just for you!Follow us at @velocityvistapod on IG and Facebook.Advertising inquiries can be sent to ceo@vistachamber.org.Velocity is produced by A Different Day Radio.
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Join Lisa and Sarah in this new episode of Find the Funny podcast as we discuss the challenges of stand up comedy and the risk of being cancelled. Lisa shares some examples of pushing the envelope and how she makes the "death conversation" with her parents funny. We also get a sneak peak in one of her writing sessions with Dana Eagle and Brian Kile…
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Lisa shares with producer Sarah a once in a lifetime experience she never expected. .. A surprise proposal at her stand up comedy gig! You have to hear what happens. #YouTubePodcast #Content #Entertainment #HowToWrite #comedy #comedypodcast #comedytalk #BehindTheScenes #Fashion #Beauty #sextalk #findthefunny #lisaalvaradocomedian #podcastlaughs #po…
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Dana Eagle and Lisa Alvarado continue their "butt play"conversation, jokes on dating and more funny comedy writing Get show dates and merch from www.DanaEagle.com including her book "How to be Depressed: A Guide" Dana Eagle #YouTube #Video #Content #Entertainment #HowToWrite #comedy #comedypodcast #comedytalk #BehindTheScenes #Fashion #Beauty #sext…
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Rachel and Kent from the Chamber have a special announcement surrounding this year's Vista Christmas Parade! The Vista Chamber will host the 65th Annual Vista Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 2nd at 1pm in Downtown Vista. Presented by Barnicle's Express with support from the City of Vista, Children's Paradise, Tideline Partners, Freddie's Pla…
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We’re on a break this week but wanted to share a few specialthoughts with you. See you in December with all new episodes!
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Stand Up Comedian and Author of "How to be Depressed: A Guide" Dana Eagle (danaeagle.com) and Lisa Alvarado talk about the position Comedians might have regarding politics, offensive adjacent audience members and butt play. These two will have you rolling on the floor. More info on guest Dana Eagle at DanaEagle.com Support the show Tell Lisa your s…
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Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is a true community partner. Join a sweet conversation with Rachel, Shawnta Fleming and Jennifer Vu who work with six Handel's locations, including Vista. These dedicated ladies help Handel's invest in the future, whether that's through fundraising efforts supporting local schools and nonprofit orgs or by hiring local em…
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Lisa is joined by long time friend and fellow comedian Carroll Sevin. The two have re-united after many years and Carroll shares his remarkable story of his very challenging health issues, and his overcoming and healing process. Together they talk about coping with the hard stuff in this hilarious conversation. #nickthune #jackiekashian #taylorwill…
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Glen Henry, also known as Beleaf, is an online influencer who shares content about parenting on his website Beleaf in Fatherhood. With millions of followers on multiple platforms, Beleaf aims to equip fathers, bring hope to mothers, and inspire children. His hope is that real stories of fatherhood will bring connection and healing to people everywh…
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Ever wonder what its like to work on a cruise ship? Lisa gives you the insiders perspective in terms of the pros... and the cons of honing you craft on a cruise. #comedy #comedytalk #comedianlife #cruiseship #cruising #findthefunny Support the show Tell Lisa your story and let's find the funny together. Go to FindtheFunnyPodcast.com to leave a 1.5 …
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John Franklin has served as Mayor of Vista since 2022, previously serving on the City Council for eight years. Originally from Kansas, Mayor Franklin was drawn to public service as a college student. After serving as a Congressional aide in Washington DC, Franklin chose Vista as his permanent home due to the size of community, quality of life, and …
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Lisa and Sarah continue their conversation. Today we learn a little more about Sarah - what it means to be an editor nowaways with high end special effects, AI and the art of the Frankenbite. Speaking of AI and the Deep Fake, Lisa tells a story about AI dating that will blow your mind! #alpacino #pachinobaby #arewedatingthesameguy #menopause #harri…
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Don Stump is a lifelong helper. After growing up in Texas and attending school in Boston, an internship with a juvenile court diversion program changed the course of his life, leading him to a career in non-profit leadership. After 30 years as a non-profit leader, and sixteen as CEO for Lifeline Community Services, Don is now preparing to retire. A…
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Today, Lisa and Sarah are joined by the one and only Lucy Alvarado. Everyone loves Lucy! This cute little rescue was adopted by Lisa in 2019. Sadly, just recently diagnosed with Lymphoma, Lucy has gone thru a lot in the almost 4 years since then... Have you heard about the dangers of Cytopoint and Apoquel... you are about to find out! There are a l…
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Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey is the President & Superintendent of Palomar College and is the first Latina to serve in this role. She was born and raised in Oceanside, California and is proud to have started herpost-secondary education at a community college. In addition, to a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies from California State University, San Marco…
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Do you believe in spanking? Lisa gets "an interesting critique" of a joke from her show a In this episode, Lisa Alvarado talks about hate mail she's received and shares how she responded to it. This episode is sure to make you laugh! #findthefunny #lisaalvaradocomedian #comedy #standupcomedy #podcastlaughs #smartless #FindTheFunny #ComedyPodcast #C…
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