Costa Mesa Pod

🎥 New Episode Alert – The Costa Mesa Pod! 💫✨ Big energy shifts are happening in Costa Mesa — and this week’s guest is helping us all tap into the healing side of life. 👐✨ Meet Tanya Salcido , a passionate Reiki practitioner whose work is transforming the way our community thinks about wellness and self-care. From stress relief to energetic balance, Tanya’s sessions go beyond the surface to cr...

🎥 New Episode Alert – The Costa Mesa Pod! 💬✨ Big changes are happening at Luv Nutrition — and we’ve got the inside scoop! 💚 After years of blending healthy goodness and building community, founders Heather Cullen Martinez (who hails from Costa Mesa) and her husband are off to their next big adventure in the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴🌴. But don’t worry, your fave smoothie spot isn’t going anywhere!...

The Costa Mesa Pod is back with repeat guest, Heather Cullen Martinez of Luv Nutrition. Heather was raised in Costa Mesa and she opened a smoothie shop in Huntington Beach with her husband. They've been spreading luv one smoothie at a time for 4 years. And now they are about to embark on a new adventure - don't worry though, luv is the most powerful force in the world and will still be a...

🖨️ In this week’s episode of The Costa Mesa Pod , we’re talking about creativity, entrepreneurship, and the power of local collaboration! I sat down with the founders of Printing Nest , a brand-new print shop just over the border in Santa Ana—run by Costa Mesa locals who are on a mission to bring custom printing to life in a fresh, accessible, community-driven way.  Whether you're a small bus...

In this week’s episode of The Costa Mesa Pod , we’re talking about birth support, empowered choices, and a game-changing update in maternal care. I sat down with Patricia Schuppert of Kangaroo Birth Services , a passionate and experienced doula who’s now helping families in a major way— her services are now covered by insurance in many cases! 👶✨ Whether you’re expecting, planning, or just curiou...

In this week’s episode, I’m highlighting Chef Jason Mercado , the heart and soul behind Sweet Mission —a local cookie company that’s baking up way more than dessert. If you’re someone who believes in second chances, sweet beginnings, and the power of purpose, this one’s for you! 🍪✨ Jason’s story is one of resilience, faith, and flavor. He came to California from Philly with barely a dollar and n...

If you're looking for a fresh way to move your body and find your center, this one's for you! 🧘‍♀️✨ In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with Julie Nye, the passionate owner of Rooted Pilates—a brand new Pilates studio in the heart of Costa Mesa's Mesa Verde neighborhood, where small group classes are designed to help you achieve your fitness goals in a welcoming, personalized spa...

If you're due for a smog check (or just want to meet someone seriously inspiring), don’t miss this one! 🚗💨 In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with Angie Hernandez , the powerhouse owner of Soco Smog Test —a woman-owned smog shop right here in Costa Mesa that’s flipping the script on what you’d expect from your typical auto stop. 💪 Angie shares how she got started, what makes her shop way...

🎧 THE COSTA MESA POD IS LIVE!  And if you're looking for the perfect shot, you don’t want to miss this one! 📸 In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with local photographer David Woolbert , and let me tell you—this guy does it all. From family portraits to weddings, real estate shoots, and now graduation photos, he’s the go-to photographer in Costa Mesa and all around Orange County for captur...

🎧 THE COSTA MESA POD IS LIVE! And you're going to want to hear this 🔥 In this week’s episode, I sit down with local mortgage expert and Costa Mesa native Matt Stahl , and he breaks down something so many buyers don’t fully understand: 👉 What’s the difference between a lender and a mortgage broker? Matt’s answer? Let’s just say… if you love food analogies, you’ll never look at Burger King t...

Check out Love Costa Mesa Day on The Costa Mesa Pod! I had the chance to interview Nayelli Cardenas of Align Bodywork who is on the Planning Committee of Love Costa Mesa Day.  This is a great way to give back and support the community on Saturday, May 17, 2025.  Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates! 👍 Like this video to show your support and share your...

Check out Rebel Project on The Costa Mesa Pod! I had the chance to interview Luke Jacobsma about the 4 pillars that are helping men improve their lives. Find out why this whole life coaching program is designed to be the last coaching program you'll ever need!  Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates! 👍 Like this video to show your support and share...

Welcome to our neighboring city of Newport Beach, Apothek Lounge ! Jess and her mom have turned a dream into a reality by starting this business in one of the coolest looking studio spaces around. They specialize in facials, brows, lashes, body sculpting, lymphatic drainage and waxing. There is a big WHY behind it and you need to listen to know the heartwarming story behind it. They are also great...

Welcome to Costa Mesa, Haute Dawgz! Chef Keith recently opened in Costa Mesa Kitchens and serves up delicious sausages and also has an event catering company as well. Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates! 👍 Like this video to show your support and share your thoughts with us! If you have any questions or want to connect, reach out to me at 714-928-4682...

Welcome to Costa Mesa, TribeLife! Heath developed this cool app as an online source of community, social media, event planning, meetups and more. Find your tribe! There's also some aspects to it that will appeal to local businesses as incentives to get customers to come in and a lot to explore and more to come. Get in early - use my referral link and be in before this thing skyrockets! Don’t...

Welcome to Costa Mesa, Molly O Interiors! First of all, her design space is gorgeous - go check it out - it's built out like a house! Secondly, she has so much experience in the world of design and it's such a pleasure to hear more about her journey up until this point. I love the story of how she ended up on Placentia right over by Eller Bakery and Best Frames. Molly will be hosting lot...

The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Laura's House. Darya, who is with the organization, shares more details about the story behind Laura's House and explains how they provide domestic violence resources for victims. The Laura's House Resale Store is also opening in Costa Mesa in April 2025. Make sure to give them a follow on Instagram too at @laurashouseoc and @laurashouseresal...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Mattison Fetters of Recoup Personal Training. They've been serving Costa Mesa at Recoup for 5 years and have built a STRONG community of happy, fit people. I love everything that they stand for and how they support and give back in Costa Mesa and the Orange County area. I highly recommend checking them out for the culture &...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Tiffany of Evans Bakery, which specializes in delicious sourdough bread! She has taken the area by storm with her array of flavors and custom orders so if you are craving sourdough, this is an option you have to serve up! Get more info on Instagram @evansbakeryoc.   Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episod...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Erik Escobar, a local comedian who has been featured on The Kevin Langue Show, Beast Games on Prime, Fuse TV and more. He also does a lot of local shows so you can see him in person.  He sheds some more light on the Orange County comedy scene and compares LA to OC. Which one is better? You decide!   Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Thea with Eco Now, which is located at The Lab. Their mission is to educate others and help them make sustainable choices.  They sell locally sourced, handmade & eco-friendly goods all with the aim of reducing waste.  The have grown quite rapidly and now provide the same services in other locations too.    Don’t forget to: 🔔 Su...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Lindsay DeLong with City Living Network. She is the Editor in Chief of Laguna Beach Living and has started the concept in Costa Mesa with Costa Mesa Days. Find out more about how YOU can be a part and maybe even be Editor in Chief locally!   Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates! 👍 Like t...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature Myself, Mind & Body with Lety Soto. She covers wellness, massage & is also an aesthetician who provides a magical experience for your body & soul. Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates! 👍 Like this video to show your support and share your thoughts with us! If you have any que...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to feature the band Solice! Christina Brittos is a local to Orange County and has been on the podcast before and is back to talk about her band!  Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates! 👍 Like this video to show your support and share your thoughts with us! If you have any questions or want to connec...

Hey Costa Mesa, CA! 👋🏼 The Costa Mesa Pod is excited to have the hilarious Robert Souders on to talk about the Improve Collective - one of the ONLY spots for improv here in OC! Plus, they just got non-profit status! Find out about their shows, classes and how you can help support the arts and their improv mission! Don’t forget to: 🔔 Subscribe to the Costa Mesa Pod for more episodes and updates!...