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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Episodes
10 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...
Vincent / Envi, Worth The Drive
In this episode of Worth the Drive, we cruise through Long Beach with Vincent a hair and makeup artist, creative visionary, and the force behind his drag alter ego, ENVI. More than just glam and performance, this conversation dives into identit...
Angela of Salud, Worth the Drive
Sometimes the moments that change our lives don’t arrive as opportunity. They arrive as fear. A diagnosis. A close call. A realization that the people we love are fragile.On this episode, Michael sits down with Angela — founder and owner...
Councilwoman Megan Kerr, Worth the Drive
In this episode, we take a drive through the 5th district of Long Beach with Megan Kerr — a lifelong resident, community advocate, former school board member, and public servant deeply rooted in the neighborhoods she represents.From grow...
Tara Riggi; Work, Life, and Community.
🎙️ Episode 2 – Worth the DriveFeaturing Tara Riggi – Real Estate Professional & Cal Heights Neighborhood AssociationBuying a home isn’t just about property—it’s about people, neighborhoods, and the communities we build our lives in....
