Worth the Drive
Worth the Drive 🎙️
The people behind the places you love.
Real conversations with local creators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders—recorded while driving through the city in a classic car.
Stories about culture, identity, and the moments that shape our communities.
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Latest Episodes
The Loneliest Drive: Worth the Drive
For the first time, the passenger seat is empty.In this deeply personal solo episode of Worth the Drive, Michael opens up about a conversation that too many men never have—mental health.As Men's Mental Health Month comes to...
Katie Reid: Worth the Drive
What happens when the people who are supposed to love you most reject who you truly are?In this deeply personal episode of Worth the Drive, Michael sits down with Katie Reid—founder of Reid’s Real Estate Group, longtime advocate...
Dr Evelyn Carter: Worth the Drive.
Can people overcome the beliefs they were raised with? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Michael sits down with Dr. Evelyn Carter, author of Was That Racist?, to explore racism, empathy, history, and the possibility of...
Lala, Worth the Drive
In this episode of Worth the Drive, we ride through Long Beach with Lala, founder and creative force behind Draped by Lala — a brand built on confidence, expression, and authenticity. What started as a passion for style and individuality has gr...
Trina Rufo: Worth the Drive
In this episode of Cruisin' Long Beach, Michael Farmer takes a drive through the streets of California Heights with one of Long Beach's most recognizable community champions, Trina Rufo.Born and raised in Long Beach, Trina's story is dee...
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