June 19, 2015

OpenRoad with Doug McConnell

June 19, 2015/ Ronnie Sharpe

We live in one of the most beautiful areas in the world. The options seem endless when thinking about where to take our children, visitors, or significant others. I couldn't wait to talk to local expert Doug McConnell about what his favorite Bay Area places are. Doug is host of Openroad with Doug McConnell which takes viewers on journeys to explore the natural, historical and cultural treasures of the Bay Area and Northern California. Catch Openroad on NBC Bay Area, Sundays at 6:30pm through August with periodic prime time broadcasts.

June 12, 2015

The Marin County Fair, it isn’t just about the rides, an Interview with Gabriella Calicchio

June 12, 2015/ The Marin County Fair / Ronnie Sharpe

"On With The Show" is the theme to this years Marin County Fair and no one knows the in's and out's better then first time director, Gabriella Calicchio. I sat down with Gabriella to find out more about the 74th Marin County Fair, running from July 1-5 at the Marin Civic Center in San Rafael.

June 05, 2015

Q&A With Gary Fisher, Mountain Bike Legend

June 05, 2015/ Ronnie Sharpe

Gary Fisher started his bike racing career in 1962 when he was twelve, is one of the inventors of the modern mountain bike, and a pioneer in the sport. Today, Gary can be seen riding around the hills of Marin and caring for his adorable four month old son, Robbie.

May 26, 2015

A Conversation with Dave LaMattina and Chad N. Walker, Directors of "I Am Big Bird, The Caroll Spinney Story"

May 26, 2015/ Ronnie Sharpe

For 45 years, Caroll Spinney has been beloved by generations of children as the man behind Sesame Street's Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch - and at 80 years old, he has no intention of stopping. A loving portrait of the man in the yellow suit, I AM BIG BIRD features extraordinary footage of Spinney's earliest collaborations with Jim Henson as it traces his journey from bullied child to childhood icon. And as the yellow feathers give way to grey hair, it is the man, not the puppet, who will steal your heart.

May 15, 2015

Q&A With Lily Kanter, Co-founder And CEO Of Serena & Lily

May 15, 2015/ Ronnie Sharpe

Lily Kanter has had an amazing career. After leaving Microsoft at aged 35, she opened the Mill Valley Baby & Kids Company, and now she’s the CEO and cofounder of Serena & Lily, a Sausalito based California life style brand for the home and fashion. I'm extremely excited to share an exclusive interview with Lily Kanter.

May 06, 2015

Q&A With Melissa WolfKlain, Star of Peter Pan, The Mountain Play

May 06, 2015/ Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre / Ronnie Sharpe

Hang with fairies, lead the Lost Boys into battle against the nefarious Captain Hook and his pirates and let your imagination roam free as the swash-buckling Boy Who Never Grew Up, Peter Pan, comes to life on stage for the 2015 Mountain Play. I am extremely excited to share an exclusive interview with the actress playing Peter Pan, Melissa WolfKlain.

May 01, 2015

Q&A with Julie Carlson, Editor-in-Chief of Remodelista

May 01, 2015/ Marin Country Mart/ Ronnie Sharpe

Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Marin Country Mart will be hosting a special shopping event with Remodelista and Gardenista, two major online sourcebooks for interior design and home remodeling. I caught up with Julie Carlson, who is Remodelista's Editor-in-Chief and a Marin mom, to learn about her favorite local spots and her blogging success.

April 20, 2015

Q&A With Andrew Beecham, Senior Vice President of Programming for Sprout

April 20, 2015/ Ronnie Sharpe

Andrew Beecham is Senior Vice President of Programming for Sprout, the first 24-hour preschool network for kids ages 2-6. I caught up with Andrew to chat about the network's original programming and share his thoughts on the future of children's entertainment.

April 13, 2015

Q&A with Annie Fox, Parenting Expert, Teen Advisor, and Author

April 13, 2015/ Ronnie Sharpe

Annie Fox is a trusted family resource providing practical parenting tools to t(w)eens to help maintain a strong family foundation and she's a local Marinite. I caught up with Annie to discuss her secrets of successful parenting.

April 10, 2015

Q&A With Laurie Berkner, Queen of Kindie Rock

April 10, 2015/ Palace of Fine Arts/ Ronnie Sharpe

If you have young children, chances are you've heard of Laurie Berkner. The legendary children's musician has performed everywhere from the White House to Carnegie Hall, and on April 18, she'll bring her show to the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. I’m excited to share this exclusive interview with Laurie about her career and recently released compilation album, “The Ultimate Laurie Berkner Band."

March 27, 2015

Q&A With Linda Burch, Chief Education and Strategy Officer of Common Sense Media

March 27, 2015/ Mill Valley Community Center/ Ronnie Sharpe

Linda Burch is the Chief Education and Strategy Officer of Common Sense Media, a non-profit dedicated to educating and improving media consumption for families. Her colleague, Jim Steyer, CEO and Founder of Common Sense Media, is the guest speaker at the next Speak to Me event on March 31st. Tickets are on sale now. I am excited to share an exclusive interview with Linda Burch.

March 25, 2015

Q&A with Dr. Scott Sampson, Author of How to Raise a Wild Child: The Art and Science of Falling in Love with Nature

March 25, 2015/ Book Passage/ Ronnie Sharpe

Dr. Scott Sampson, a.k.a. Dr. Scott the Paleontologist on Dinosaur Train, has come out with a new book, “How to Raise a Wild Child: The Art and Science of Falling in Love with Nature,” filled with tips for parent to help kids of all ages reconnect with nature. He will be speaking at Books Inc. in Palo Alto, March 31 7pm, and Book Passage in Corte Madera April 1st at 7pm. I am excited to share with you an exclusive interview with Dr. Scott Sampson.

March 23, 2015

Q&A with Jamie Kurtzig, The Royal Ball – A Scavenger Hunt Soirée

March 23, 2015/ Mission Bay Conference Center / Ronnie Sharpe

Ten year old Jamie Kurtzig is the brainchild behind the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) fundraiser, The Royal Ball. Jamie has type 1 diabetes and is hoping reach the $1 million mark this year towards finding the cure while having fun in the process. This years theme is A Scavenger Hunt Soirée and will be held on May 2nd, 3-7:30pm at Mission Bay Conference Center at UCSF in San Francisco. Tickets are on sale now. I am extremely excited to share my exclusive interview with Jamie.

March 18, 2015

Q&A with Anya Kamenetz, Author of The Test: Why Our Schools Are Obsessed with Standardized Testing - But You Don't Have to Be

March 18, 2015/ Book Passage/ Ronnie Sharpe

Anya Kamenetz is a staff writer for Fast Company magazine, a columnist for Tribune Media Services and lead education blogger at NPR. Her book, "The Test: Why Our Schools Are Obsessed With Standardized Testing - But You Don't Have To Be,” addresses the high stakes testing in American public schools. She will be speaking at Book Passage in Corte Madera March 22nd at 4pm and at The Institute for the Future in Palo Alto on March 26 at 6pm. I am excited to share an exclusive interview with Anya Kamenetz.