Travel Tips with Jamie | Costa Mesa Pod

✈️ Ready to travel smarter and stay debt-free? In this episode of The Costa Mesa Pod, Jamie shares how she turned everyday spending into travel rewards — and how you can too!

💳 Learn:
✅ How to meet credit card minimum spends without overspending
✅ The best types of cards for your lifestyle
✅ Smart strategies to maximize travel perks
✅ Mistakes to avoid when chasing rewards

If you’ve ever dreamed of free flights, luxury stays, or just stretching your dollar further, this episode is packed with practical, real-world tips you can start using today.

What if your favorite lip gloss could do more than just add shine? 💄

In this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, Erin — founder of Mental Skincare — shares how her lip care brand is redefining beauty by promoting mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

From SPF-infused lip products to meaningful conversations about healing and purpose, Erin opens up about turning pain into purpose and using self-care as a bridge to self-love. 💚

🌿 About Mental Skincare:
Mental Skincare offers lip glosses, liners, and scrubs — each designed to spark conversations around mental wellness while supporting suicide prevention initiatives.

🎧 Tune in now for an inspiring and heartfelt episode!

In this episode of the OC Pod, we sit down with Whitney Larson from the SoCal Spirituality Center to explore the renaissance of authenticity — the shift from performing roles to truly living from who we are. 🌿

Whitney shares insights on:
✨ Why authenticity matters now more than ever
🧘 How alignment helps you manifest the life you want
💫 The difference between “fitting in” and truly belonging
💖 How to reconnect with your spiritual essence

Whether you're on a path of personal growth, spirituality, or simply seeking more meaning in your day-to-day life — this conversation will remind you that your true self is your greatest strength.

In this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, we sit down with Alex, the owner of Casa De Onda, to talk about transforming his restaurant at The Triangle into a true Costa Mesa oasis. 🌴

From free seven-story parking to perfect year-round weather and an atmosphere that feels like a mini vacation, Alex shares how he created a space where people can relax, connect, and feel transported — without ever leaving the city.

📍 Casa De Onda — The Triangle, Costa Mesa

In this powerful episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, we sit down with Sue and Dawn Marie to discuss the critical issues facing women and children today. From gender inequality around the world to the rise of online dangers happening right in our own homes, this conversation sheds light on challenges that too often go unseen.

✨ Learn more about the mission of Soroptimist, how they’re empowering women through education and support, and why community awareness is vital in today’s world.

📺 Watch now and join us in raising awareness and creating change.

In this episode of The OC Pod, Todd shares two powerful perspectives:

💡 How networking exploded after COVID, with membership surges hitting 10,000+ per month.
💡 Why helping others is actually an act of “enlightened self-interest” that benefits us all.

From the challenges of starting small nearly 20 years ago, to the surprising growth fueled by the Great Recession and post-pandemic needs, Todd highlights how community and connection shape both our personal and professional lives.

Whether you’re curious about networking, Orange County’s thriving business scene, or just want insight on why giving back is the most selfish thing you can do — this conversation is for you.

In this episode of the OC Pod, Holly sits down with Lara, Jessica, and Deanna — the creative trio behind Pom Bells. 🎉 What started as a spark of inspiration quickly turned into a fitness cheer product full of joy, energy, and community spirit.

Tune in as they share how Pom Bells was born, the story behind their collaboration, and why shaking one will put a smile on anyone’s face.

In this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, Holly sits down with Fireman Fred to talk about life on the frontlines as a firefighter. From the most unforgettable calls to the behind-the-scenes of what it takes to keep our community safe, Fred shares powerful stories of resilience, teamwork, and the realities of emergency response.

This conversation gives a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs that come with serving as a firefighter, and the lasting impact these experiences have both on first responders and the people they help.

In this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, we sit down with the team from Plank Pilates to talk about the power of movement, healing, and community. From personal stories of overcoming pain to the benefits of Pilates for everyday life, this conversation dives into how small, intentional practices can create big changes.

Whether you’re curious about Pilates, looking for a supportive studio, or just love hearing inspiring wellness journeys — this episode is for you.

✨ Tune in to learn more about Plank Pilates, their approach to fitness and recovery, and how they’re helping people right here in Costa Mesa feel stronger and more connected.

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Welcome to another episode of the Costa Mesa Pod! 🎙️

In this conversation, we sit down with Negeen from Uma Fitness, a boutique prenatal + postnatal studio in Costa Mesa that’s redefining what it means to support moms. From yoga and Pilates to a true “village” for women at every stage of motherhood, Uma is more than just a fitness space—it’s a community. 💛

✨ In this episode:

Why Umma Fitness is different from traditional studios

How they support moms through pregnancy and postpartum

The value of community, connection, and mental health for women

Real-life ways Uma adapts to the chaos of motherhood

If you’re in Costa Mesa or Orange County and looking for a supportive, empowering space for moms, this episode is for you.

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