Our Two Cents Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Valencia owner of Music Bingo Night , a local event experience bringing music, games, prizes, food, drinks, and community together in a fun and interactive way. Instead of calling...

Join Kyle Jones as he sits down with entrepreneur Kadar Waller, CEO and co-owner of Bentley Bowl, to discuss building one of Bakersfield's fastest-growing food brands at just 25 years old. A former collegiate basketball...

In this episode, Amanda Jones sits down with Liz and Josh Powell, founders of Taste of the Screen, the immersive dining experience turning movie nights into unforgettable events. They share how a passion for film...

Amanda Jones sits down with Vivian Cao, founder and president of the Kern Asian Chamber, for a conversation about culture, community, entrepreneurship, and the growing presence of Asian-owned businesses in Kern County...

Kyle Jones is joined by Dr. Anna Marie Frank to explore the life transitions many aren't prepared for, from raising kids to redefining purpose. They discuss mindset, burnout, and how thoughts impact the body, along with...

Join Kyle Jones as he sits down with author and speaker Cortney McDermott to explore identity, intuition, and what it really means to live a fulfilling life. From corporate success to personal reinvention, Cortney...

In this episode, Amanda Jones sits down with Zane from The Soda Crackers, a Bakersfield-based band reviving the classic Bakersfield Sound and Western swing. From their humble beginnings as LA jam sessions to becoming a...

In this episode, Kyle Jones is joined by Stephen Hale of Karpe Real Estate Center, a Bakersfield company approaching 100 years in real estate and lending. They break down hard money lending and explain how it works and...

In this episode, Amanda DiGiacomo Jones sits down with Bakersfield content creator and entrepreneur Myah Salinas, known for highlighting local coffee shops, restaurants, spas, and hidden gems around the city. Myah...

Kyle Jones is joined by Dr. Sabine Hazan and Dr. Hugh Beatty to explore the powerful connection between gut health and overall immunity. Dr. Hazan shares her journey from traditional GI practice and pharmaceutical...

In this episode, Amanda DiGiacomo Jones sits down with Just Cinnamon; one of the fastest-growing local food businesses making serious waves in the community. Known for their unforgettable cinnamon rolls and weekly...

Kyle Jones sits down with comedian and comedy club owner Dan Betts to talk business, risk, and live entertainment. Dan shares what it really took to relocate and reopen The Well Comedy Club in downtown Bakersfield, why...

In this episode, Amanda Jones breaks down the One Big Beautiful Bill and what it means for business owners, entrepreneurs, and individual taxpayers. With major tax changes on the horizon, it's more important than ever...

Join Kyle Jones as he sits down with Krista and Bryce Horton for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build and run a business. They go behind the scenes of how their businesses started and share the...

Amanda Jones welcomes Dr. Justin Hiebert CEO of New Frontier Consulting. New Frontier Consulting, a dynamic agency dedicated to helping small business owners scale their businesses and achieve sustained growth. With a...