Show Notes:

Welcome back to Turn Left at the Cactus, the podcast where we explore life, culture, and community in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico.

Today’s guest is someone who truly embodies the spirit of this town — Jackie Kamasho. Jackie was born just up the road in Mexicali but has lived her entire life here in San Felipe. A proud mother of three and a grandmother, Jackie has roots that run deep through this community.

She’s worn many hats over the years — teacher, cultural coordinator, postal worker, even a brewery employee — all while raising her family and earning a degree in communications from UABC. Her story is one of resilience, joy, and heart.

What makes Jackie’s story especially compelling for our expat and snowbird listeners is the perspective she offers — someone who has seen San Felipe grow from a small fishing village to a bustling blend of locals and foreigners. Jackie talks openly about the challenges of raising children with specialneeds, renovating a home downtown, and the deep gratitude she feels toward the foreign community that she says has "helped increase our quality of life."

She's insightful, funny, and completely unfiltered. Whether you’ve just arrived in San Felipe or have been wintering here for years, Jackie’s stories — from fish taco favorites to advice on blending into Mexican culture — are full of warmth and wisdom.

Stick around — you don’t want to miss this conversation.

Thanks for listening!

Cal Whedbee/Producer & Co-Host

Tricia Sikes/Co-Host & Thematic Music Coordinator

Linda Wiggins & Marnie Ross/Research & HWN (Help Where Needed)

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