Anaheim & Orange County California Podcasts

OC Is Premier Destination For Whale And Dolphin Watching Excursions

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Tue, 1 Mar 2011 23:30:38 GMT

Doug Thompson, is an accomplished author, ecologist, internationally recognized naturalist, expedition leader, lecturer, award-winning film maker, photojournalist and "man at peace with the planet." Thompson shares his expertise on whales, dolphins and other marine life, as well as why Orange County's unique geography and quick access to the Pacific Ocean via Newport Harbor and Dana Point Harbor, the premier location for year-round whale and dolphin watching excursions.

Bruce Brown's The Endless Summer

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In 1964 filmmaker Bruce Brown single-handedly changed the way surfers were viewed and portrayed when he released “The Endless Summer,” which was to become the most popular and widely seen surf film of all time. In “The Endless Summer,” Brown followed two surfers, Robert August and Mike Hynson, around the world in search of a perfect wave. With a budget of only $50,000 and a 16mm camera, he captured the essence, the adventure and the art of surfing. In 1966, the film opened in theaters across the country, and Bruce Brown became surfing's greatest success story. The Endless Summer has now made t

OC Chef And Retauranteur Haley Nguyen On Vietnamese Cuisine

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Trained at the apron strings of her mother and grandmother, Haley Nguyen, Chef/Owner of Xanh Bistro, learned to cook at the age of 10. Nguyen immigrated to the U.S. and eventually made her way to Southern California where she instigated and implemented the Asian curriculum for the Art Institute of California in Santa Monica in 1999. Nguyen conducts culinary tours of Westminster's Little Saigon, the largest Vietnamese community outside of Vietnam. On the tour you'll be treated to a lesson in the familiar and unfamiliar as you learn the many nuances and variety found in Asian cuisine. For more

Anaheim Restauranteur Feeds Local "Motel Children"

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:52:00 GMT

Italian immigrant success story Bruno Serato, owner of the Anaheim White House, has been serving pasta dinners to “motel children” of Anaheim for more than five years. Serato delivers the pasta daily to the Anaheim Boys & Girls Club, where the children refer to him as the "pasta man." Listen as Serato details how he came to provide daily meals to local children in need, why he continues, and how you support the cause.

Anaheim International Film Festival

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sinan Kanatsiz, Chairman of the Inaugural Anaheim International Film Festival talks about the upcoming event taking place this October 13-17, 2010 at The Shops at Anaheim GardenWalk. Hear from Wally Schlotter, VP Special Projects UltraStar Cinemas - one of the festival venues - and Janice Arrington, Orange County Film Commissioner, who pinpoints the lure of OC as a popular destination for television and film projects.

Passport to the Arts in Laguna Beach

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:47:05 GMT

Sharbie Higuchi, Director of Marketing and Public Relations talks about the history of arts in Laguna Beach as well as the humble beginnings of the many arts festivals the town is known for. The Passport to the Arts offers unlimited admission all summer long to three great art festivals in picturesque Laguna Beach: Art-A-Fair, Festival of Arts, and Sawdust Art Festival (a $36 value) for only $19. This price also includes one-time free parking and free shuttle service. The Passport to the Arts also has partnered with many local shops and restaurants to provide patrons with added value.

Disney California Adventure's World of Color

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Disney has once again pushed the creative envelope with its new venture the “World of Color.” Playing nightly at Disney California Adventure’s Paradise Bay, the “World of Color” captures your imagination in this dynamic and colorful nighttime spectacular. Set to classic Disney music, it features a series of more than 1,000 fountains creating a liquid screen. They paint the sky with color and light with classic Disney and Pixar images via Light-Emitting Diode (LED) lights. “World of Color” Creative Director, Steve Davison, Producer, Sayre Wiseman and Technical Director, Mike Layton, share so

Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 3 May 2010 16:48:33 GMT

The Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates 39 years in 2010. The free festival is a celebration of the roundtrip migration of the California Gray Whale from Alaska to Baja and includes an art show, street faire, parade, sand sculptures, whale watching tours, and sailing and rowing instruction. We talk to Donna Kalez, General Manager of Dana Wharf Whale Watching and festival co-chair, about the celebration, its unique events and their partnership with iconic artist John Van Hamersveld and legendary surfer, Mickey "the mongoose" Munoz. We also hear historic perspective from festival co-founder

Anaheim's MUZEO Immerses Visitors In Exhibits

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 3 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The MUZEO is an exciting museum in Orange County, housing an ever-changing program of exhibitions, events and activities. Executive Director Peter Comiskey discusses how the museum offers a regional resource for exhibitions, programs and added activities that are normally not scheduled for the Orange County/Southern California area.

Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 3 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A long-standing holiday tradition in Newport Beach is the annual Christmas Boat Parade. This year the parade will be celebrating 101 years with the theme "The Joys of Christmas Toys." Richard R. Luehrs, the Executive Director of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce shares some insight on the parade's origins, its longstanding history and some of the characteristics that make this holiday celebration an event that should not be missed.

Festivals Podcast: Disney D23 Expo

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 3 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Disney's official fan club D23 is the official community for Disney fans with an upcoming inaugural signature event - D23 Expo, which will be the "ultimate Disney fan experience." Steven Clark, head of D23, discusses features, surprises and event information.

Conjuring Scares with Knott's Halloween Haunt

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 3 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Take a behind the scenes look at the world's largest and oldest Halloween event to be held at a theme park with candid interviews with some of the people that make this annual scare event possible.

Disney's Holiday Decor

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Mon, 3 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Listen to Disneyland Resort's Ambassador discuss the changes brought to the park for the holidays starting with Halloween and leading through Christmas.

Dana Point Tall Ships Festival

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:56:33 GMT

Since 1984, Dana Point has been host to the largest annual gathering of tall ships on the West Coast with the Toshiba Tall Ships Festival. Instrumental in this festival is Dana Point's Ocean Institute. Listen to Daniel Stetson, president and chief executive officer of the Ocean Institute, describe the majesty and wonder of the tall ships, as well as the wonderful programs to be found at the facility.

Mission San Juan Capistrano's History And Hidden Beauty

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:47:39 GMT

Step back in time with Michele Lawrence Adams, Executive Director of Mission San Juan Capistrano as she describes the hidden beauty of historic location. The Mission’s gardens make the site a wonderful and unique place to visit each season

John Van Hamersveld's Influence on Art and Orange County's Endless Summer Surf Culture

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:42:20 GMT

John Van Hamersveld's highly recognizable and sometimes psychedelic art began with the renowned color saturated sunset and surfer poster for the 1966 movie “The Endless Summer." Inspired by a sunset photo of a Dana Point beach in Orange County, it was destined to become an internationally recognized icon of Southern California’s surfing scene. His works include famous album covers for the Beatles and Rolling Stones, as well as concert posters for Jimi Hendrix and Cream. Hamersveld is an authentic art legend who jump-started a revolution in color and expression and helped define the generations

Shopping Podcast: OC Trend, Dining and Fashion Expert Greer Wylder

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Greer Wylder's Web site GreersOC.com focuses on the latest fashion, dining and trends coming out of Orange County.

Diverse Ethnic Cuisine of Orange County

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Podcasters Paul Lasley and Elizabeth Evans chat with Orange County Register food columnist, Cathy Thomas about the diversity of ethnic cuisine to be found in OC.

Culture Podcast: Dick Dale's influence on Music and OC Surf Culture

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Legendary guitar slinger Dick Dale spends half the year on his yacht anchored in Newport Beach, not too far from where the "King of the Surf Guitar" first made waves in the music world. Dale talks about his influence on music, spirituality, "the Biz," and just about anything else that comes to mind.

Beaches Podcast: OC's Next Big Thing ... Hamboards

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Orange County firefighter Peter Hamborg is a longtime Huntington Beach who has created a surfing and skating hybrid simply called the "Hamboard." Hamborg, along with his five boys, build the Hamboards, a nearly-seven-foot-long skateboard, out of the family's garage. The Hamboard gives riders the sensation of surfing coolness without ever getting wet, making hanging ten or walking the nose possible. Hamborg talks specifics about the Hamboard and how he came up with this innovative OC original.

Beaches Podcast: Eco-tourism, the OC Wildlife & Beach Tour Inc. way

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

After working in the health and beauty industry for 20 years, native Californian Cheri Ikerd, decided she wanted to do something more educational and fun, while making a difference in peoples' lives. OC Wildlife & Beach Tour Inc., was born out of her desire to show visitors and locals some of the hidden treasures of OC's "California Riviera." Ikerd's eco-tours give visitors from all over the world an ecological and educational perspective to the OC's vistas. Ikerd encourages visitors to make a difference in the environment so that all may continue to enjoy the beauty and the wildlife to be fou

Disney's California Food & Wine Festival

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A world celebration descends upon the Disneylandï¿½ Resort for six weeks beginning in April. Disney's California Food & Wine Festival showcases the culture, people and traditions that have influenced and shaped California into one of the most diverse states in the country. Free events include complimentary culinary demonstrations with resort chefs, international chefs and celebrity chefs, as well as winemaker dinners and wine tasting courses.

Robert August Endless Summer Podcast

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The 1964 surf classic "The Endless Summer" is known by surfers of all ages all over the world. Robert August, along with Mike Hynson and moviemaker Bruce Brown, followed the sun and surf around the globe looking for the perfect wave. The idea was that if one had enough time and money, it would be possible to follow summer around the world, making it endless. Listen to the surf icon talk about his favorite OC spots, the evolution of surfboards and surfing styles, as well as the adventure of surf travel.

Corky Carroll's influence on Sport of Surfing

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Colorful surfing icon Corky Carroll is a five-time U.S. Overall Champ, three-time IPC (International Professional Championships) champ, pioneer of professional surfing and was the first person to be paid to surf and receive endorsements. Corky talks about the surfing 'nirvana' that is Orange County and his favorite spots to catch waves. He also talks about the increase in prize purses, as well as the rise of surfing-related businesses - from surf wear and surfboard companies to the Shorebreak Hotel in Huntington Beach.

Life As A Huntington Beach Lifeguard

communications@anaheimoc.org (Anaheim Orange County Visitor Convention Bureau) — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:29:04 GMT

Gus Hamborg of Huntington Beach isn't your typical California youth. As a Huntington Beach city lifeguard, Gus loves "his" beach and a sense of duty and maturity that belies his 19 years. The oldest of five boys, Gus describes what it's like to be an OC lifeguard.

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