Up first it’s Stephen Jones PhD from VisitingVR. VisitingVR combines caregiving with technology to delight Santa Barbara seniors via virtual travel experiences. The travels are virtual but the feelings are real. Check out VisitingVR.Com.

Next Doug Minnick gives us an update on the Garagiste Wine Festival. It’s happening Friday & Saturday, February 6th & 7th at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall. Details at GaragisteFestival.Com.

Then we bring on the 2020 Winemaker of the Year in Greg Brewer from Brewer-Clifton, Diatom and Ex Post Facto Wines. Greg will be at the Garagiste Wine Festival. Go to ByGregBrewer.Com.

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Joining Drew Wakefield In-Studio is Josh Nissan from Body Sculpting Santa Barbara located at 21 Carrillo Street #150. Josh is a Loma Linda University–trained physical therapist and body contouring specialist. Services range from stomach fat reduction and skin tightening to full-body shaping. Check out BodySculptingSantaBarbara.Com. Or call 805-705-1691.

Next it’s Michael Kramer from Ameravant Web Design & Marketing. When you work with Ameravant, you’re not just getting a website; you’re partnering with a team that’s invested in your success and our community’s digital future. It’s Ameravant.Com. 805-465-6011. Info@Ameraant.Com

Then Josh and Michael talk with Drew about the importance of effective marketing and an effective website.

Our final guest is Doug Minnick who updates us on the Garagiste Wine Festival happening Friday & Saturday, February 6th & 7th at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall – 1745 Mission Drive. Garagiste is the first and only wine festival dedicated to the undiscovered and under-recognized American artisan wine producers. Details at GaragisteFestival.Com.

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We open this episode with Jeanne West and Nancy Newquist-Nolan. Jeanne and Nancy are offering workshops on Advance Care Planning February 3rd and February 10th. You’ll learn what Advance Care Planning is all about and how it can help you and your family in the future. Details at YourSBTeam.Com/Events. Call Rachel at (805) 637-8932.

Then, Evangelist Mary Hudson stops by to get us warmed up for the 5th Annual Arise 5K Walk/Run Saturday, January 24th at Chase Palm Park. This event brings in hundreds of participants from all over Southern California. There’ll be music, food booths, finishing and placement medals as well as activities for all ages. Go to Arise5K.ORG.

Next, we bring on Doug Minnick to tell us about the 12th Southern Exposure Garagiste Wine Festival 2026. The Festival returns to Solvang February 6th & 7th to give you rare access to the region’s best, hard-to-find wines. Meet the winemakers and hear directly from them about the ins and outs of their winemaking styles. Check out GaragisteFestival.Com.

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Our first guest is John Jeffries from Pilgrim Terrace Urban Farm at 649 Pilgrim Terrace Drive. Pilgrim Terrace is the leading provider of fresh, living produce and food access programs in Santa Barbara. Great information at PilgrimTerrace.Org.

John also tells us about his latest project, The American Flag Monument. This Flag Monument will be visible from Space! Be a part of history in the making. Secure your tile on the Flag TODAY. Check out AmericanFlagMonument.Com.

Then, it’s Mary Hudson, Evangelist for Arise & The Gathering. Mary reminds us about the Arise 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser coming up Saturday, January 24th at Chase Palm Park. It’s a benefit for the Network Medical Women’s Center. Details and registration at Arise5K.Org.

We wrap it up with Drew talking about the importance of being positive and being a blessing to others. It’s what the Wakefield Believe Big Charitable Foundation is all about. WakefieldBelieveBig.Org.

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Joining Drew Wakefield In-Studio are Michael Kramer and Sean “B” Bogharyan.

Michael Kramer is the Founder of Ameravant Web Design & Marketing. The team at Ameravant has been helping Santa Barbara businesses and nonprofits grow for the past two decades. They’ve worked on projects of all sizes; from solo artists to multi-location corporations. In fact, Ameravant handles the Wakefield 805 website. Check out Ameravant.Com. Call 805-465-6011. Or email Info@Ameravant.Com.

Sean “B” Bogharyan is the Founder of Coast Village Group Fiduciary Wealth Management /CPA Tax Solutions. Coast Village Group unifies CPA tax strategies and wealth management to cover every aspect of your financial life. Sean is a CPA & Fiduciary Wealth Manager. Plus, he serves on the Board of Directors of The Wakefield Believe Big Charitable Foundation. It’s CoastVillageGroup.Com. Call 805-724-5727.

Drew, Michael and Sean spend some time discussing the importance of working together and being of service. That’s the idea behind The Wakefield Believe Big Charitable Foundation. Inspired by faith, the Wakefield Believe Big Charitable Foundation empowers and supports organizations and individuals who are making a positive difference in their communities and the world by Believing Big. To learn more, go to WakefieldBelieveBig.Org.

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Our first guest for 2026 is the Amazing Mary Hudson. Mary is an Evangelist, Author and Founder of the Arise Women’s Conference. It’s time to get ready for the 5th Annual Arise 5K Walk/Run happening Saturday, January 24th at Chase Palm Park, 9:30 to 11:30 AM. The event benefits the Network Medical Women’s Center in Goleta. Details at Arise5K.ORG.

Next, we welcome back Ian Cutler from Cutler’s Artisan Spirits. Experience Ian’s award-winning and handcrafted gin, whiskey, bourbon, and specialty liqueurs at both the Funk Zone Distillery Tasting Room and at Cutler’s Public House, 418 N. Salsipuedes Street. The Public House brings together incredible food, handcrafted cocktails and talented local artists together under one roof. Check out CutlersArtisan.Com.

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It’s our Big Show to wrap up 2025 and get ready for 2026!

We welcome A. Luis Moro In-Studio. He lets us know about the Santa Barbara Holiday Laugh-A-Thon. Join us Wednesday, December 31st, New Years Eve at 7:00 pm with World Famous Comedian Craig Shoemaker. It’s happening at 409 State Street in Downtown Santa Barbara. Details and RSVP at SBComedyClub.Com.

Then, we chat with Eusebio Cordova from Uptown Lounge at 3126 State Street. New Year’s Eve features Nye Bash, DJ Roger, DAZZ & Luck-E. Don’t forget, Uptown is THE SPOT to enjoy Sunday Football and Monday Night Football. Plus, they offer Karaoke, Open Mic and Live Entertainment. It’s UptownLounge.Bar.

Happy New Year Everyone and Thanks for Listening!

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It’s the Wakefield 805 Christmas Show for 2025!

We bring back Senior Pastor Tommy Schneider from Calvary Chapel Santa Barbara. It’s always a blessing to hear Drew Wakefield and Pastor Tommy discuss what this season really means and what it means to them personally. You’ll find Calvary Chapel at 1 N. Calle Cesar Chavez, Suite 21 in Santa Barbara. Don’t miss their Christmas Eve Services – Wednesday, December 24th – 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Check out CalvarySB.Com. Call 805-730-1400. Email hello@calvarysb.com.