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Locales Only

Locales Only

By: Locale Magazine
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 There’s so much that makes Southern California one of the best places in the world. That’s why, for almost a decade, the founder of Locale magazine, Erik Hale, has been showcasing the people, places, restaurants, and events that give SoCal its reputation. Now he’s taking his show on the road, literally, in a brand new Mercedes-Benz EQE courtesy of Fletcher Jones Motorcars in Newport Beach as the rolling podcast studio. You’ll get a taste of what it feels like to go on a cruise with some of the biggest names in California. Think actors, musicians, award-winning chefs, business leaders, and locals who have built so much of the California coastline. So buckle up, turn your volume up, and let’s cruise with Locales Only.

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Episodes
  • Building a Beachfront Empire with Alicia Cox

    Building a Beachfront Empire with Alicia Cox
    Jul 31 2025
    What if your favorite beach day came with incredible food, good wine, and a purpose? This week on Locales Only, we’re riding along the Southern California coast with Alicia Cox, the founder and CEO of Prjkt Restaurant Group.

    From her early days in hospitality to running multiple oceanfront restaurants, Alicia has carved out a unique niche—elevated beachfront dining with heart. We talk about her latest concept, Sahara’s Sandbar & Pizza, named after her daughter and built on a giveback model that supports families facing homelessness.

    We’ll also get into the power of representation in business, what it means to create space for others, and how a career in food and hospitality can become something much bigger than just what’s on the plate.
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    33 mins
  • Unpacking A Legendary Career With Kim Coates

    Unpacking A Legendary Career With Kim Coates
    Mar 20 2025
    What makes a career legendary and how do you balance life, art, and knowing when to kick your feet up? This week on Locales Only, we’re taking a cruise down PCH with Hollywood heavyweight Kim Coates! Known for his roles in The Sons of Anarchy, The Walking Dead, and American Primeval Kim gives us an inside look into how he prepared for his role as Brigham Young, his balance of culture growing up in Canada and moving to the US, and most importantly knowing when to take a break and enjoy your success. So buckle up and enjoy the conversation, welcome to Locales Only.

    Big thanks to Fletcher-Jones Motorcar of Newport Beach for sponsoring the show and building out the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQE as our rolling podcast studio!


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    34 mins
  • Two Hommés Went From Childhood Friends To Community Fixtures

    Two Hommés Went From Childhood Friends To Community Fixtures
    Mar 11 2025
    Ever wonder what it would be like to open a restaurant with your best friend? This week on Locales Only, we are riding around Inglewood with the owners of Two Hommés, Yaw Marcus Yaw Johnson (Chef Mando) and Abdoulaye Balde (Chef AB).

    Two Hommés is a testament to what is possible in a restaurant and kitchen when you blend culture, experimentation, and passion, and we’re going to learn about their journey from cooking meals on a flattop grill for the neighborhood to opening their own brick-and-mortar establishment.

    We’re also going to learn about their influences, their families, and how people can find the drive to create something they truly care about. So buckle up and enjoy the conversation!

    Big thanks to Fletcher-Jones Motorcar of Newport Beach for sponsoring the show and building out the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQE as our rolling podcast studio!
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    28 mins
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