Costa Mesa Pod

Today’s Costa Mesa Pod features the Orange County Model Engineers and the FREE train rides at Goathill Junction! They are known for their monthly train rides on the the third weekend of each month from 10am-3:30pm each Saturday & Sunday. This non-profit has a winding railroad track that covers close to 5 miles throughout the stunning mesa at Goathill Junction (right by Fairview Park). Railroad...

Today’s Costa Mesa Pod features Honey B Beauty Salon, your one stop salon shop in Costa Mesa. They offer it all - from tanning to blow outs to extensions to makeup - you can get all your glam done at one amazing place! Situated in the heart of Eastside Costa Mesa, Honey B Beauty Salon is extremely convenient to get to. The owner, Bonnie, is such a pleasure and makes it her mission to really bond w...

Today on the Costa Mesa Pod, I scream, you scream, we all scream for the So-Cal Social Ice Cream Truck! I interviewed Sandy Griswold, who is behind Orange County's new & unique ice cream event truck. This classic 1956 Chevy has been restored and has a chic, polished, and classic vibe. Some of the delicious ice cream they serve is reminiscent of the nostalgia that goes along with the 1950s...

The Costa Mesa Pod is thrilled to feature Align Bodywork & Yoga. They are focused on healing to help guests find health in mind, body & spirit. Some custom services that they provide include yoga, Reiki energy balancing, massage, cupping, sound therapy, aromatherapy and more. The wellness space is popular in Costa Mesa and getting personalized attention is the perfect way to show yourself...

The Costa Mesa Pod welcomes Style Society Boutique  to the podcast. Shelli, the owner, describes the clothing as LA meets OC, edgy with a bohemian ease. The clothing and accessories are fun, trendy, and cute. They have pieces for professional, social and laidback/workout/beach-y vibes. The boutique even hosts special events, collaborating with other local businesses for a unique experience. I abso...

The Costa Mesa Pod is thrilled to feature Factory Records - a Costa Mesa staple! Dave Noise started this music shop in 2010 and has been collecting vinyl since 1979. He has immersed himself in the music business for decades. Ripping this from their Yelp page - "Factory Records stocks thousands of record albums, 12" singles, and 45s, plus CDs. cassettes, stickers, buttons, patches, and mo...

Paper Cliche is a boutique design studio that focuses on paper products and calligraphy for weddings and events. Their minimalist design is modern yet romantic. Their cool studio also doubles as an event/rental space and has a chic vibe. Danielle is a Costa Mesa local who puts her heart and soul into this business and as a result they have been featured in numerous publications and websites and al...

Costa Mesa welcomes Amis De La Terre, a zero waste market! The owners, Jessica & Chris, have done extensive ocean research as part of their graduate studies and discovered that the amount of plastic polluting the ocean is completely unacceptable. Their shop name, which  translates to "Friends of the Earth," is all about helping the environment and helping you get the kitchen staples...

On The Costa Mesa Pod today we have Annie Young, publisher of Macaroni Kid for Costa Mesa, Newport Beach and Santa Ana, CA. This website has a ton of information about kid-friendly events and activities to do locally. Check out what's happening to get a better feel for the "chill" vibe and artistic setting that our area has to offer. Also, is your child a kidpreneur? Sign them up to...

Thinking about buying a home in Costa Mesa? Today the Costa Mesa Pod explores some of the unique things to know about what you can expect locally.  Whether you are a first time buyer, moving from another area, or just curious about some of the specific things you may encounter in our area, stay tuned and you'll learn all about the in and outs from our guest this week, Jeff Kirkpatrick  of Coa...

The Costa Mesa Pod is proud to feature Kissed By Tulips , a boutique floral boutique  in the heart of Costa Mesa. Owner Paige shares more background on why she decided to open this beautiful shop and Samantha, her talented floral designer, gives insight on the day-to-day operations. This upscale boutique is elegant yet modern, classy and here to make your flower needs blossom.  The quality of thei...

On this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, I have the chance to sit down with Karen Nguyen, of Inspired Art Wine. This art and wine venue offers more than your typical art and wine shop. Karen shares more insight on the unique classes and events that they host as well as her wine background and more. They even offer pet drawing classes! Costa Mesa is the perfect spot for this type of business since we...

On this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, I was able to interview Descanso Restaurant, which is a modern taqueria with plancha dining for a culturally immersive experience.  Make sure to give them a follow on Instagram at @descansorestaurant and go have a meal there ASAP! To be considered for the pod, please contact Realtor Holly McDonald at RealtorHollyMcDonald@gmail.com.

On this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, I had a chance to speak with Steve at 9 Round, a kickboxing studio in Costa Mesa with a unique structure - no class times. The workouts are restructured too so there is a ton of variety. Plus you can gain some self-defense skills too. They are right over on Baker Street at Fairview. Follow them on Instagram @9roundcostamesa. Try them out for one FREE week if...

On this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, I had the pleasure of interviewing Hannah with the popular 17th Street Deli in Eastside Costa Mesa. They've been a staple in Costa Mesa for decades and fit right into the easy breezy beach lifestyle. Make sure to give them a follow - you might even get featured on their Instagram, @17thstdeli.

On this week's podcast, I interviewed Morgan Holcomb, the Communications & PR Strategist for the Arts & Learning Conservatory here in Costa Mesa. This is a 501c3 organization with a mission of providing high-quality arts opportunities to youth. They offer classes, summer camps, school programs and more. They have a couple of productions coming up: West Side Story Performance: Dates: J...

I'm posting this podcast a little early because I want you to SAVE THE DATE for Tuesday, July 12, Tuesday, July 19 & Tuesday, July 26 NOW! The Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park are such a fun event that are highly anticipated each summer. This event is hosted by the Costa Mesa Foundation, which is a wonderful nonprofit that helps raise money to help support other local nonprofits in our com...

Paragon recently opened its doors at SoCo in Costa Mesa.  Dean shares how they elevate the fine dining experience and the French influence that goes into their dishes. Currently, they are serving breakfast & brunch and patrons can enjoy the full bar & live jazz. Check out the indoor and outdoor dining areas and wander around SoCo and The OC Mix.  Visit Paragon and see their fine foods and...

The Costa Mesa Pod is proud to feature Lori Bousman of Foto Vibe. Lori shares information about how to make parties and events in our area modern & chic with gorgeous balloon backdrops, cool photo booths, party curation and more. Her party business is making parties locally the talk of the town! Check them out: Foto Vibe Website and @fotovibephotostation on Instagram. Interviewed by Costa Mesa...

The Costa Mesa Pod is proud to feature AfterHours Dance Studio. Owner Shawn Vitale shares more background on the adult focused dance studio and how it fits into the artistic vibe of Costa Mesa. Check out their classes online or in studio and listeners you can save 20% on your first purchase using code CMPOD20! www. AfterHoursDanceStudio.com Interviewed by Costa Mesa Realtor Holly McDonald , Compas...