Here's a look back at one of our earlier episodes!

Here's a look back at one of our earlier episodes!

Ryan Hitzel is an artist, adventurer, and founder of the globally inspired apparel brand, Roark. From growing up immersed in travel to leading design at major agencies and eventually launching his original lifestyle brand, his story is all about pushing boundaries, telling authentic stories, and living life off the beaten path.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of self-harm, eating disorders, and suicidal thoughts.

Deanna Templeton is a film photographer whose work captures the raw, unfiltered beauty of adolescence, subculture, and everyday life in Southern California. Her acclaimed book What She Said blends her teenage diary entries with striking portraits taken over two decades, and she’s now featured in the 2025 California Biennial at UC Irvine’s Langson Institute, Orange County Museum of Art.

Chris Gialanella is someone who truly embodies the pulse of Southern California media. He’s the president and publisher of Engine Vision Media, which includes Los Angeles magazine, Pasadena magazine, and, of course, Orange Coast! He’s spent more than two decades shaping the publishing world and has interviewed everyone from Ryan Seacrest to Nicole Kidman.

Here's a look back at one of our earlier episodes!

Kylie Travis is a driving force behind one of Orange County’s most beloved cultural landmarks, Casa Romantica. She is the executive director of operations and programming, and under her leadership, the historic San Clemente venue has transformed into a vibrant hub for arts, education, and community connection.

Jordan Robinson is a powerhouse in sports journalism. Not only is she a host on the Women’s Sports Network and Pac-12 Network, but she also co-hosts the “Queens of the Court” podcast with WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes, and has been published in GQ, Essence, The Ringer, and more. This year, “Queens of the Court” became a new podcast called “The Women’s Hoops Show.”

Lily Magaziner is the founder of May Martin, the popular handmade jewelry brand that is known for its minimalism and timeless designs. The brand started in 2014 in a small trailer at The LAB, and now has four locations throughout Costa Mesa, San Juan Capistrano, and Laguna Beach and more than 800 wholesale partners nationwide.

Joseph McGinty Nichol, famously known as McG, is a filmmaker, director, and producer who has worked projects including “Charlie’s Angels,” “I Feel Pretty,” “The OC,” “Terminator Salvation,” “Supernatural,” and so much more. In the beginning of his career, he created more than 50 music videos for artists such as Smash Mouth, Sugar Ray, Sublime, and The Offspring. Now, he’s taken on a new chapter: overseeing the beloved Lido Theater here in Orange County.

Brian McDonell is the co-founder and president of Melin, which is a premium headwear brand that focuses on creating high-quality, innovative hats designed for adventure and everyday wear, using the finest materials and attention to detail. The San Clemente-based company has stores in Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, and Irvine and has collaborated with brands including Red Bull, The Beverly Hills Hotel, the L.A. Kings, and more.

Audrey Huynh is an actor, singer, songwriter, and musician who stars as Stella in the “To All the Boys I Loved Before” spinoff series “XO, Kitty.” She’s also been in films including "Murder of a Cat" alongside J.K. Simmons and Nikki Reed and has does voice acting for shows including “We Bare Bears” and “Boss Baby: Back in Business.” This year, the Chapman student released her EP “lovesick” and was on the cover of Orange Coast’s Under 40 issue.

Miguel and Joshua González join Chelsea this week on The Zest. Miguel is the director of IT for Northgate Market and Joshua is the director of operations. Northgate Market was first opened in 1980 and is now one of the largest Hispanic supermarket chains in the country. In 2023, they launched Mercado Gonzalez Northgate Market, a vibrant food hall featuring 20 vendors serving up Mexican dishes including tamales, tacos, and more.

Tom Dumont is the guitarist and longtime member of the iconic band No Doubt, which was famously formed in Anaheim back in 1986. He’s also part of Dreamcar, the ’80s pop group that blends members of No Doubt and AFI. This month marks the 30-year anniversary of No Doubt’s album “Tragic Kingdom,” which features hits such as “Spiderwebs,” “Just a Girl,” “Don’t Speak,” and more.

Shaheen Sadeghi is the founder, president, and CEO of LAB Holding, which is the parent company of cultural landmarks in Orange County including The LAB, The CAMP, and the Anaheim Packing District. He’s also held positions including the president of Quiksilver and worked in New York’s fashion and art industry during the “art explosion” in the ’70s.

Flavia Lanini is an internationally renowned beautician with 20 years of experience who honed her craft in Brazil. She is the creator of the EFFECT Massage—a specialized lymphatic drainage technique that’s earned her a devoted celebrity clientele, including Selena Gomez, Kris and Kendall Jenner, Sabrina Carpenter, Hailey Bieber, and many more. She recently brought her signature treatments to Orange County with the opening of her namesake Newport Beach spa this past April.

Hannah Akamine is the founder of It’s a Play Date, an empowering community where women come together to build real friendships through sports and community events such as Pilates, hiking, basketball, and more. In this week's episode, she shares the sports she first fell in love with, moving to Orange County, and what inspired her to start It's a Play Date. She also discusses her favorite memories from events and the impact she hopes to make.

Nolan Kahal and Sean Morrissey are the co-founders of SaunaBox, the Huntington Beach-based viral wellness startup that’s bringing the luxury of a steam room into your home. The young entrepreneurs are USC graduates and former NCAA athletes who started their company at just 25 years old and have created a brand that’s endorsed by professional athletes. In today's episode, Kahal and Morrissey discuss how they came up with the brand, their biggest hurdles and highlights, and more.

Case Anderson is the co-founder and chief marketing officer of the San Juan Capistrano-based apparel and accessories brand Seager, which combines the Old West and surf culture. The company recently opened its first flagship store at San Juan Capistrano’s River Street Marketplace and is in more than 100 retailers worldwide. In this episode, he talks about how Seager was founded and what listeners can look forward to from the brand.

Dr. Karen Odell-Barber is back on The Zest! She is the CEO at Neurologics, a cutting-edge technology company that offers brain mapping services that help to optimize the brain. In today’s episode we focus specifically on mental health, anxiety, OCD, and depression.