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The Fremont Focus Now Podcast

Conversations with Fremont's Changemakers

Hosted by David Bonaccorsi|Produced by Jonathan Man

Shining a light on neighbors, leaders, and changemakers shaping Fremont and the greater Tri-Cities.

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About The Podcast

Welcome to Fremont Focus Now

Fremont Focus Now is a community-driven podcast that shines a light on the people, policies, and stories shaping Fremont and the Tri-Cities area.

Hosted by lifelong Fremont resident and former city council member David Bonaccorsi, each episode dives beyond the headlines to explore local issues that affect our daily lives, from small business challenges and city policies to cultural events and community leadership. Our mission is to reconnect Fremont residents with the stories that explore the heart of our community, one conversation at a time.

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October 28, 2025
Episode 4 27:31
Founding the Ho'omau Foundation | Featuring JoNelle Sood

In this episode, we meet JoNelle Sood, founder of the Ho'omau Foundation—a nonprofit supporting Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students through scholarships, mentorships, and professional networking. JoNelle shares how her father's unexpected passing inspired her to create a foundation that helps students achieve academic excellence while staying grounded in their cultural heritage. We also discuss her HR consulting work with Tripod Networking and how balancing her corporate career with nonprofit leadership keeps her energized and connected to her community.

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Episode
October 28, 2025
Episode 4 27:31
Founding the Ho'omau Foundation | Featuring JoNelle Sood

In this episode, we meet JoNelle Sood, founder of the Ho'omau Foundation—a nonprofit supporting Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students through scholarships, mentorships, and professional networking. JoNelle shares how her father's unexpected passing inspired her to create a foundation that helps students achieve academic excellence while staying grounded in their cultural heritage. We also discuss her HR consulting work with Tripod Networking and how balancing her corporate career with nonprofit leadership keeps her energized and connected to her community.

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Episode
October 17, 2025
Episode 3 31:26
The Role of an Educator | Featuring Jack Weinstein

In this episode of Fremont Focus Now, we sit down with Jack Weinstein, former director of Facing History and Ourselves and longtime Milpitas High School teacher, to explore the role of educators in turbulent times.

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Episode
October 1, 2025
Episode 2 29:24
Music With A Mission | Featuring Aileen Chanco

In this episode of Fremont Focus Now, we sit down with Aileen Chanco, Executive Artistic Director of Music With A Mission, to discuss her incredible musical journey from Fremont to Juilliard and back. You'll learn about the evolution of Music at the Mission, community outreach programs, and the upcoming Brotherhood concert on November 1.

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Episode
September 23, 2025
Episode 1 37:26
Discussing Fremont's Traffic | Featuring Mark Spencer

In this first episode of Fremont Focus Now, we sit down with Mark Spencer, a Fremont Traffic Engineer, to discuss about the in's and out's of Fremont's traffic. Listen along to learn about the Fremont Mobility Action Plan, Vision Zero, and much more!

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