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The Zest from Orange Coast magazine
Host Chelsea Raineri, an editor at Orange Coast magazine, interviews notable Orange County locals about their lives, careers, and how they came to be where they are today.
Episodes
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineNolan Kahal and Sean Morrissey
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…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCase Anderson
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…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDr. Karen Odell-Barber Returns
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…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineGina Maier Vincent
Gina Maier Vincent is a visionary thought leader, master motivator, author, TV host, and empowerment entrepreneur. She is also the host of the podcast…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDiane Challis Davy
Diane Challis Davy is in her 29th season as the director and producer of Laguna Beach’s Pageant of the Masters. In this episode, she talks about how she first…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDakota Blaze Rader
Dakota Blaze Rader is the co-founder and CEO of Golden Eagle Vodka, a small-batch premium sipping vodka that is distilled in Montana using a unique dark…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineForrest Kline
Forrest Kline helped define the soundtrack of the early 2000s. He is the frontman of Hellogoodbye—the band best known for their hit “Here (In Your Arms),”…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineJacquelyn Umof
Jacquelyn Umof is a celebrity trainer who has worked with Kris Jenner, Reese Witherspoon, and Alanis Morissette and is also the founder of Barre Definition…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineKaira Rouda
Kaira Rouda is a USA Today bestselling and award-winning author whose extensive list of novels includes “The Favorite Daughter,” “Best Day Ever,” and most…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDr. Mercedes Szpunar
Dr. Mercedes Szpunar is the Physician Director of the Maternal Mental Health Program at Hoag where her expertise includes diagnosis and treatment of perinatal…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineKate Kim and Michael Holcombe
Kate Kim and Michael Holcombe are the owners of Caitlyn Minimalist, an Asian female-founded jewelry brand that crafts delicate, personalized, and timeless…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineSamah Dada: Revisited
Here's a look back to one of our first episodes! Samah Dada is a cooking show host on the Today Show, the author of "Dada Eats Love to Cook It," and the…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineJessica Stone
Jessica Stone is a published author and Harvard Certified in Psychedelic Assisted Therapies. She’s built a thriving modern spiritual brand, offering…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineGarrett James
Garrett James is the founder and creative director of Fountain Valley-based Ryoko Rain, a luxury streetwear brand that got its start with unique and colorful…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineShaun Tomson
Shaun Tomson is a world champion surfer, best-selling author, motivational keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and environmentalist. He’s been called one of the…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineTroy Arntsen
Troy Arntsen is the founder and president of Voluspa, a global luxury home fragrance brand that’s based in Irvine and offers everything from glass and tin jar…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineJake Schwaner
Jake Schwaner is the co-owner of Hobie Surf Shop, which was originally created in the '50s as the first surf shop in Southern California. Hobie currently has…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCarson Cody
Carson Cody is a touring musician, producer, and arranger who has played in bands including Judah and the Lion and with Matt Kearney. Recently, he played keys…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineMatt Mauser
You may recognize today’s guest from performing as the lead singer for the Orange County-based band Tijuana Dogs, which is how I was first introduced to him…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineGary Smith
This week's guest is the producer of this podcast! He’s also produced podcast shows for comedian Adam Carolla including The Adam Carolla Show and The Adam &…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineKaren Odell-Barber
Today's guest is Karen Odell-Barber who is the CEO at Neurologics, a cutting-edge technology company that offers brain mapping services that help to optimize…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineEvan Rossell
Evan Rossell is the co-founder of Rossell Studios, which is a full service creative and design studio with an emphasis on luxury mural experiences. In this…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDr. Paul Nassif
You may recognize today’s guest from the popular show “Botched” and “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” Dr. Paul Nassif is a double-board certified…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineWende Zomnir
Wende Zomnir is the co-founder of Urban Decay and caliray, which is a clean makeup brand that focuses on sustainability and has been featured in Elle, Allure…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCassie Piasecki
Cassie Piasecki has founded several Orange County businesses including The Full Routine, which is a unique workout in Newport Beach. She also founded The Nail…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineLisa Andersen
Lisa Andersen is a four-time world surfing champion and was named one of the 100 greatest sportswomen of the century bySports Illustrated. She’s also credited…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineMatt Costa
Matt Costa is a singer, songwriter, musician, and filmmaker. In this episode, he talks about growing up in Orange County, what first drew him to music, his…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineBonni Pomush
Bonni Pomush is the CEO of Working Wardrobes, a nonprofit that offers career readiness services as well as professional clothing at no cost to their clients…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineGreer Wylder
Greer Wylder is the author of Born in O.C., which features 50 remarkable individuals whose stories capture the culture, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineJason Wahler
You may recognize this week's guest, Jason Wahler, from shows such as “Laguna Beach” and “The Hills.” He is also an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and an…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineJaclyn Sanchez
Jaclyn Sanchez is the co-founder of Moxi3 Fitness, which is a fitness center that offers classes including Cycle, Shred, and Strength, as well as a sauna, cold…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCassie Randolph
You may recognize this week's guest from season 23 of “The Bachelor,” but in this episode, Cassie Randolph talks about her Orange County-based company called…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineGresham Taylor
Gresham Taylor is the founder of ViaClover, a design and manufacturing company has created beautiful retail spaces for brands including Goop, Reformation…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineGlenn and Kenny Tanaka
Glenn and Kenny Tanaka are the owners and farmers of the family-owned-and-operated Tanaka Farms, which is an authentic working 30-acre farm in Irvine that…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineBrian Garofalow
Brian Garofalow is the CEO of Skullcandy, the headphones, earbuds, gaming, and speakers’ company that was originally launched in 2003. He’s also held marketing…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineJeff "Doc" Lausch
Jeff "Doc" Lausch is the founder and shaper of the surfboard brand Surf Prescriptions in Huntington Beach, with shops also in Brazil, South Africa, Israel…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineRaissa Gerona: Revisited
Here's a look back to one of our earlier episodes! Raissa Gerona is the chief brand officer of Revolve, a leading global fashion retailer. She shares with…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineKeira Henninger
This week, Keira Henninger joins Chelsea on The Zest to talk about how she got her start as a trail race director and eventually became the founder of KHRaces…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineAshley Rogers
Ashley Rogers is the founder of four companies including Spudsy and Buff Bake and is the CEO of Sprinkles Cupcake’s sister company Sprinkles Consumer Packaged…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineTaylor O’Sullivan
Taylor O’Sullivan is a documentary filmmaker and photographer who has worked with Katy Perry as well as MTV and Sunset Magazine. In this episode she shares how…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCarissa Stanton: Revisited
Here's a look back to one of our earlier episodes! Carissa Stanton is a food blogger, recipe developer, and author. Her Instagram @BroccYourBody features…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDrew Chaffee
Drew Chaffee is a multi-instrumentalist, music director, and co-founder of Spacebar, which is a creative agency whose clients include Beck, Lil Nas X, Foster…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineRandy Wyner
Randy Wyner is the founder of Chronic Tacos, a fast casual Mexican restaurant chain. This week, he shares how he founded Chronic Tacos as well as special…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineZest Partner: Deanna Breiwick
In this special Zest Partner episode, international opera singer Deanna Breiwick shares how she first got into her singing. Recognized by the New York Times…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineSteve Kassajikian
Steve Kassajikian is the head of global artistry at Urban Decay and he's worked with celebrities such as Tinashe, Bebe Rexha, and Chloe Cherry. In this week's…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineEric Crane
Eric Crane is the CEO of Birdwell, a men’s and women’s clothing brand, which was started in Santa Ana in 1961. He’s also held executive positions at brands…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineZest Partner: Josiah Lilly
Josiah Lilly is the owner of EPIC Ceramic & Stone, a partner of The Zest. This week, Lilly shares the inspiring story of how he founded the luxury tile and…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCarly Landig
Carly Landig is a celebrity stylist, brand strategist, and creative consultant who has worked with everyone from Kaia Gerber and Laura Harrier to Sofia Richie…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCovry
Florence Shen and Athina Wang are the founders of the inclusive eyewear brand Covry, which has been featured in Vogue, Elle, and Fast Company. In this episode…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineTilly Levine
Tilly Levine is the co-founder of Irvine-based Tillys an action sports retailer that sells clothes, shoes, and accessories. She’s also the founder of Tilly’s…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineCourtney Conlogue
Courtney Conlogue is a world class surfer who was on the World Surf League Tour for 13 years and was inducted into the surfing walk of fame as woman of the…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineSofia Sheth
Sofia Sheth is the head of marketing for LSPACE, which is headquartered in Costa Mesa. She has also held marketing positions at brands including YouTube, Conde…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineAlicia Cox
Alicia Cox is the founder and CEO of The Prjkt Restaurant Group. She discusses how she came to own and operate seven eateries in Huntington Beach including…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineEd Templeton
Ed Templeton is an acclaimed contemporary artist, photographer, two-time World Skateboarding Champion, and owner of the skateboard company Toy Machine. He has…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineNikki Bostwick
Nikki Bostwick is the founder of Laguna Beach’s The Fullest, which offers therapeutic-grade saffron supplements for anxiety, depression, and more and has been…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineMurphy Karges
Murphy Karges is the former bassist for the band Sugar Ray and has been seen on MTV, VH1, NBC, and “The Tonight Show.” He is also the co-founder of Sunset 17…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineSusan Grau
Susan Grau had a near-death experience when she was a child. Soon after, she was visited by spirits and is now an intuitive medium who is able to connect her…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineReed Dickens
Reed Dickens is the founder of LA Golf, the anti-establishment golf brand that’s handmade in Anaheim and is changing the industry with its products. He is also…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineDario Phillips
Dario Phillips is the co-founder and marketing director of the Costa Mesa-based towel brand Slowtide which has been featured in magazines including Rolling…
The Zest from Orange Coast magazineBirgit Klett and Kenna Florie
Birgit Klett and Kenna Florie are the founders of Beek, a handcrafted women’s shoe brand which was founded in Newport Beach and is sold at major retailers…