In this engaging conversation, Amy Luna Capelle, Executive Director of WAVE, discusses her journey into civic life, the founding and impact of WAVE, and her involvement with Planned Parenthood. She shares insights on political engagement, community building, and the importance of local governance. She describes the ways that reproductive rights are under attack in California, and offers steps that listeners can take to fight back.

Amy article in The Truth OC

https://www.thetruthoc.com/p/the-republicans-are-banning-abortion

Link to donate to Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties:

https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/onlineactions/cOJVhOyrzkq4uBcxVekXFA2?sourceid=1000065&affiliateID=090160&affName=Planned+Parenthood+of+Orange+%26+San+Bernardino+Counties%2C+Inc.&refwidget=Historic_Donate_Button&_gl=1*1kflpyo*_gcl_au*MTI3ODY5NTU1NC4xNzU4NzY5NDUz*_ga*MTIzMDAwODk3Mi4xNzU4NzY5NDUz*_ga_ENXC8KHJL8*czE3NTg3Njk0NTIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTg3Njk0NzckajM1JGwwJGg3MTU1MTQ5MDY.

Takeaways

WAVE was founded to build political power for women.

Amy Luna Capelle's civic life began with school involvement.

2016 election motivated Amy to increase political action.

WAVE focuses on gun safety, government integrity, and more.

Planned Parenthood faces funding challenges in California.

Local governance has significant impact on daily life.

Community building is key to political engagement.

Amy emphasizes the importance of transparency and dialogue.

WAVE collaborates with groups like Indivisible for impact.

Prop 50 is crucial for reproductive rights and democracy.

Keywords

WAVE, Amy Luna Capelle, civic engagement, Planned Parenthood, Orange County, women's rights, political power, community building, Big Beautiful Bill, Trump, Prop 50

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In this episode, Joanna Weiss and Whitney Gomez welcome back Greg Kaplan, founder of Kaplan Educational Group, to discuss the evolving landscape of college admissions. They explore what success looks like for students, emphasizing the importance of grit, leadership, and passion in their development. Kaplan shares insights on how to engage students who may be disinterested, the significance of strategic activity selection, and the cascading nature of college applications. The conversation also touches on the future of college admissions and the challenges that lie ahead for students and families.

Takeaways

Success in college admissions varies for each child.

Grit is essential for dealing with life's challenges.

Leadership is about impact, not just titles.

Passion can be nurtured through exploration and engagement.

It's important to meet students where they are.

Quality of activities matters more than quantity.

The college application process involves both numbers and personal narratives.

The landscape of college admissions is changing rapidly.

Students should focus on authenticity in their applications.

Parents play a crucial role in supporting their children's passions.

Keywords

college admissions, student success, grit, leadership, passion, educational strategies, college application process, parenting, student development, higher education

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In this episode of Vitamin OC, hosts Whitney Gomez and Joanna Weiss welcome Susannah Delano, the Executive Director of Close the Gap California. Under Susannah's leadership, California has reached unprecedented levels of women's representation in the state legislature. The discussion delves into Susannah's inspiring journey in social justice, the transformative impact of women's leadership on policy, and the challenges and opportunities for female candidates in Orange County. Listeners will gain insights into the future of women in leadership and the ongoing quest for gender parity. Tune in for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation.

Takeaways

Under Susannah Delano's leadership, California has achieved an all-time high in women's representation in the state legislature.

Susannah's career in social justice was inspired by her upbringing and early exposure to community organizing.

Close the Gap California has been pivotal in rewriting the playbook on representation, focusing on gender parity in politics.

Female candidates in Orange County face unique challenges due to diverse demographics and political sensibilities.

The increase in women legislators has led to significant cultural changes in the California Capitol, making it a more inclusive environment.

Many women choose to focus on local politics due to the high stakes in their communities, impacting broader legislative efforts.

Close the Gap is addressing often-overlooked issues like menopause in politics, highlighting the importance of women's health on the legislative agenda.

The success of Close the Gap is attributed to relentless work towards a single goal of gender parity, cycle after cycle.

The episode shares personal stories of women like Cecilia Aguiar-Curry and Sade Elhawary, who have made significant strides in political leadership.

The conversation explores the future of gender parity in political leadership and the potential for replicating California's model in other states.

Keywords:

Women's Representation
Social Justice
Close the Gap California
Political Leadership
Gender Parity
Legislative Agenda
Orange County Politics
Reproductive Rights
Community Organizing
Menopause Legislation

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