Sidewalks Entertainment: The Original Series -- Hosts and Staff

ON-AIR PERSONALITIES

Sidewalks is presented by a group of engaging personalities.
Cindy Rhodes has been with the program since 1993, while Rafael Siegel joined during the 1994 season and returned full-time in 2003. Richard R. Lee, the creator of Sidewalks, has been making appearances since 1997. Maaika Westen became a new host in 2008, while Natalie Manuel and Ray Alvarado are correspondents.

Meet our on-air interns.

Read about the history of our on-air personalities from the original run of Sidewalks Entertainment.

THE PRODUCTION CREW

The people behind-the-scenes are the real stars of this series. Their hard work, commitment and dedication is truly the backbone of this production.

Justin Langston, Ray Alvarado, William Hodgson, and Rebeca Zuniga are part of the current production staff. Additionally, Justin is a writer for Sidewalks On The Corner Blog. In early 2008, Matthew Galvin joined as the project coordinator and technical expert.

Jeryl Orsino wrote, produced and performs "So Many Things," the current theme song for Sidewalks: The Entertainment Project. The show also uses Jeryl's singles, "I Told You So" and "Stupid" in their instrumental versions.

Host Maaika Westen interviews Jackie Earle Haley Barton Thomas wrote, produced, and performed the original theme song for Sidewalks. Additional music is provided and performed by Ozzie Ahlers. Various tracks are from Ozzie's debut CD, "Fingerpainting," a Higher Octave Music release.

Longtime staff member Cindy Rhodes is a producer and segment coordinator for the show's satellite interviews. Besides creating the show, Richard R. Lee is the executive producer, lead director, editor, and webmaster for the Sidewalks website.

Read about the history of our production crew members from the original run of Sidewalks Entertainment.

Sidewalks is always searching for some exciting, hip and enthusiastic individuals to act as possible regional reporters. At this time, the opportunity is on a volunteer basis. The producers are open to any new fresh face to represent your regional area.

For personality consideration, email us from the contact section.

Sadly, Sidewalks doesn't have any internship available, due to a pending move of the production. If you are interested in a future consideration and live in Northern California, please email us from the contact section.