Welcome back to the Livin’ in San Diego Podcast with Chris Erickson and Cassidy Lewis.

This week we break down a mix of local news, San Diego sports, and North County happenings including a wild piece of Padres history you may have never heard before.

In this episode we cover:

• The story of how the San Diego Padres almost became the “San Diego Tunas” in 1935

• A new F1-style simulator racing experience called Turn Zero opening in Encinitas

• The continued momentum behind San Diego FC and local sports buzz

• A new Encinitas Brewing Company planned for the former Islands Restaurant location

• The upcoming Camp Shred surf event in Cardiff

• Changes to the Santa Fe Drive bike lane infrastructure

We also recap our weekends around North County including brewery visits, live music, and a big Chinese New Year celebration.

If you want to stay connected to San Diego lifestyle, local events, sports, and what’s happening around North County, this is your weekly update.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.

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Welcome back to the Living in San Diego Podcast! In this ep, Chris Erickson and Cassidy Lewis say goodbye to the rain and welcome back classic San Diego sunshine while breaking down what actually happened around town this week.

We cover our weekend recaps, from the Bermuda Club in Carlsbad and Burgeon Beer Company to State Cup soccer in Temecula and a cool hangout at Vail Ranch. Then we dive into a full sports update including San Diego FC’s dominant 5-0 debut win, San Diego State basketball, and our thoughts on the Olympics.

In our “New, To-Do, and Adieu” segment:

• Taste Craft Eatery is opening a new Carlsbad location in Bressi Ranch

• The Lakehouse Food & Wine Festival returns to San Marcos-

• Del Mar Beach introduces a surprising new rule about digging holes

Plus, our San Diego Story of the Week and a controversial question for Cassidy to close out the episode.

If you want to stay in the loop with local lifestyle, events, food, and sports - this is your weekly North County update.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.

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In this episode of the Livin’ in San Diego Podcast, Chris and Cass recap the weekend, talk sports, and dive into a classic North County history story.

We start with weekend life in San Diego. Cass had practices, a birthday party at Five Tool, and a surprisingly good lunch at Enzo’s in Encinitas. Valentine’s Day turned into takeout from Islands, and a rainy Disneyland trip that ended early after everyone got completely soaked.

Chris spent the weekend watching the Olympics (and way more curling than expected) and played Lake San Marcos Exec and shot a 75! He also gives a quick update on the home remodel.

Then we get into sports talk including Olympic curling coverage, the biathlon becoming a household favorite, and some Padres offseason news.

We also introduce a new segment: New, To-Do, and Ado

• New: The Clink Room hat shop opens in San Diego

• To-Do: The Sumo + Sushi experience coming to the Del Mar Fairgrounds

• Ado: Saying goodbye to San Diego’s warm stretch of weather

Finally, our San Diego Story of the Week explains how Cardiff-by-the-Sea got its name, from farming at the San Elijo Lagoon in the 1870s to the Welsh influence behind its streets and identity. We also cover the kelp works, the original pier, and how the beach town eventually became part of Encinitas.

If you live in San Diego, are moving here, or just like local stories and lifestyle — this one’s for you.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.

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In this episode of the Livin’ in San Diego Podcast, Chris and Cassidy recap a packed weekend across North County — from State Cup soccer wrapping up to a team stop at Fazeli Winery in Temecula for flatbreads and views. Chris also recommends checking out a San Diego Sockers game at Frontwave Arena for one of the best-value family nights around, while Cass shares baseball season updates, a soccer scrimmage at Palomar College, a birthday party at Five Tool in San Marcos, and Braden’s first round of golf at Rancho Carlsbad. They also touch on their recent brokerage move from eXp Realty to LPT Realty and ongoing remodel updates.

The Super Bowl recap follows, and let’s just say… not exactly an instant classic. The guys break down the defensive-heavy game, underwhelming commercials (with a few exceptions like Coinbase, State Farm, and Jurassic Park), Chris splitting his bets including the lost coin flip, and the food spread featuring buffalo chicken dip straight off the Frank’s RedHot bottle. They also look ahead to adult league softball returning to Poinsettia, spring training kicking off, and debate whether Luis Arráez truly fits at second base long term.

In the “New To-Do and ADU” segment, they highlight Little Oaks Bakehouse in Leucadia and Christie’s oversized pie-style cookies (pickup Tuesdays and Fridays), plus a Hop WTR x Stone Brewing collaboration called Centennial Citrus. They encourage listeners to hunt down Pliny the Younger from Russian River Brewing before its broader Northern California release, and discuss the Vista City Council exploring a potential city logo redesign. The episode wraps with the San Diego Story of the Week, revisiting the 1994 Chargers’ run to Super Bowl XXIX and what made that season so memorable. Key Takeaways

⚽ State Cup soccer wraps and winery hangs in Temecula

🥅 San Diego Sockers = underrated family sports night

🏈 Super Bowl recap, bets split, commercials debated

🍪 Little Oaks Bakehouse & Pliny the Younger buzz

⚡ 1994 Chargers playoff run revisited

Mentioned in This Episode

Frank’s RedHot (buffalo chicken dip recipe reference)

Little Oaks Bakehouse – Leucadia

Hop WTR x Stone Brewing collaboration

Pliny the Younger – Russian River Brewing* Vista City Council logo redesign survey

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]

This week on the Livin’ in San Diego Podcast, Chris and Cassidy hang out at Soul Side Vinyl on Adams Avenue with shop owner Rex and DJ Syko (Mark) for a deep dive into music, community, and local culture.

They talk about the history of the record store space in Normal Heights, how Rex went from military life to record shop owner, and how a random Facebook Marketplace search somehow led to him buying the store. Mark shares his journey from getting into DJing as a teenager to spinning at spots like Pechanga Arena San Diego and local bars around town, plus his love for underground hip-hop and vinyl culture.

You’ll also hear the meaning behind the shop’s logo, the vision for turning Soul Side into a true community hub, and how they’re keeping record culture alive for the next generation in San Diego.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]

This week’s episode is a fun mix of sports, local spots, and classic San Diego randomness.

We start with some tournament talk, including a huge walk-off homer and some gritty games on the baseball field. Then we jump into some MLB updates - Padres news, Verlander heading to the Pads, and a recap of our latest NFL picks.

On the local side, we take a lap around Carlsbad and shout out some favorite spots near Faraday like Prager Bros, Pannikin Coffee, Felix’s BBQ, Savory Farms, and Arcana Brewing. We also talk about that compost smell around El Corazon and what might be going on there.

In “New, To Do, and Adieu,” we cover the return of Las Cuatro Milpas and Southwest Airlines update, check out SeaWorld’s concert lineup, and ask whether ski season at Big Bear is basically a no-go this year.

Plus, in our San Diego Story of the Week, we get into the growing crow population around the county and where they’ve really started to take over.

Sports, food, local news, and everyday life around San Diego. Just another week livin’ in San Diego.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]

This week on The Livin' in San Diego Podcast:

Chris recaps a quick Las Vegas trip, while Cassidy talks through a busy stretch of baseball drafts. We review last week’s NFL picks and look ahead to what’s coming up next.

For New, Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad is officially coming back.

For To Do, we talk Petco Park concerts and what shows are worth checking out.

For Adieu, we say goodbye to Cucina Enoteca in Del Mar.

And for the San Diego Story of the Week, we dive into the history of the very first amusement park in San Diego and where it all started.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]

The latest episode of the Livin' in San Diego podcast, with hosts Chris Erickson and Cassidy Lewis, covers their weekend activities, including a six-mile hike on Iron Mountain, a frustrating youth soccer tournament, and watching the Bills and Niners win. The hosts also discuss Chris's home remodeling journey and the challenges of selecting materials and retexturing walls.

In sports, they provide an update on San Diego State basketball's ranking (64th nationally) and their upcoming move to the Pack 12 conference in 2026. Cassidy shares his upcoming football picks for the weekend, following a perfect six-for-six record last week. They also cover the departure of Chucky Lozano from San Diego FC after one season.

The "New to Do and a Do" segment features the new Crispy Cones franchise in Carlsbad, owned by former San Diego Charger Tyrell Williams, and a reminder about San Diego Restaurant Week, running from January 25, 2026, to February 1, 2026. Finally, the "San Diego Story of the Week" traces how San Diego became a craft beer city, from its first brewery in 1896 to the modern revival sparked by home brewing becoming legal in 1978, and the opening of early microbreweries like Karl Strauss.

Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]

This week on the Livin’ in San Diego Podcast, Chris and Cassidy kick things off with a weekend recap and plenty of local flavor.

Chris shares highlights from a futsal tournament with Samba, plus a full-on San Diego date night that included Rancho Santa Fe Inn, pedicures, and Valentina. Cassidy recaps a Vegas trip with the family and what it’s like doing the Strip with kids in tow.

From there, we jump into some fun NFL picks and MLB predictions, talk about a new brew and a new brewery-hosted event you might want to check out, and pour one out for a few breweries that are saying goodbye.

To wrap it up, we dig into a very important San Diego question: who actually invented the California burrito? Spoiler… it’s more complicated than you think.

Local stories and classic San Diego debates. Let’s get into it.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]

In this episode of the Livin’ in San Diego Podcast, Chris and Cassidy kick things off with a weekend recap that takes a few unexpected turns, from a run-in with five coyotes to a real talk moment on full self-driving and how close (or not) the tech actually feels. Cassidy brings a total change of scenery with a trip to Buffalo to catch the Bills in person and experience football in a very different climate.

In New, To Do, and Adieu, we hit what’s new around town, what’s worth putting on your calendar, and one local favorite saying goodbye.

The San Diego Story of the Week dives into a side of San Diego most people overlook. It’s not just beaches and burritos. We talk about the massive role agriculture plays here, why small farms dominate the county, and why buying local makes a bigger impact than most people realize.

We wrap it up with a more personal question for Cassidy about what she’s focused on outside of work right now.

🎙️ Livin’ in San Diego – Your go-to podcast for all things San Diego! Join Chris and Cassidy as they explore the best of America’s Finest City—what they're up to, what to do, and the people who make this place special. We’ll share our own experiences and bring on local guests to tell their stories, from business owners and creatives to community leaders and longtime locals. Whether you’re a San Diego native or just curious about the lifestyle here, tune in weekly for laid-back conversations and insider tips on what makes this city shine.Hit us up: [email protected]