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.