Taste the Ojai Experience

Ep.15: Papa Lennons

Papa Lennon's Pizzeria About Papa Lennon's Pizzeria: At Papa Lennon's, you will enjoy original and traditional Italian cuisine in their family-owned pizzeria. Open for lunch and dinner, they offer pizzas, paninis, salads, pasta & special dishes. They use the freshest ingredients to create their menu with homemade dough, sauces, dressings, and desserts. Treat yourself to gelato while sitting by the fountain in their European-style courtyard, or come in for a Margherita pizza and local beer on tap at the bar. They've got a little something for everyone. Bringing ambiance and affordability to the Ojai Valley, they strive to create memorable dining experiences. In this episode, JJ, Doug, and Kasey Lennon discuss: * The story of how Papa Lennon's started * An overview of Papa Lennon's menu and how it differs from other nearby restaurants * Kitchen staff and attitude * The sourcing of greens * Ojai's less touristy side JJ and Doug visit Papa Lennon's, one of Ojai's "Best" since 2010, and well known for its authentic Italian cuisine. Join them as they enjoy a wide range of salads, panini, pizzas, soup, and more while they chat with Papa Lennon's owner, Kasey. Come to Papa Lennon's and enjoy the good life! Visit Papa Lennon's website here: https://papalennons.com/ [https://papalennons.com/] Connect with JJ and Doug: Podcast IG: Instagram: @tastetheojaiexperience https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] JJ Flizanes JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People's Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. http://jjflizanes.com CONNECT WITH JJ Flizanes: Website: https://jjflizanes.com/ [https://jjflizanes.com/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes [https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/ [https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/] Instagram: https://instagram.com/jjflizanes [https://instagram.com/jjflizanes] Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes [https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes] Doug Sandler Doug Sandler is an entrepreneur and podcast industry leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. As a podcast host of The Nice Guys on Business [https://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/], Doug has interviewed Gary V, Arianna Huffington, John C. Maxwell and dozens of celebs. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, writer, and founder of TurnKey Podcast Productions, providing podcast production, editing and launch services. His Nice Guys podcast, with over 1,300 episodes, has been downloaded 5 million times, in more than 175 countries. When not tinkering with his 1965 Mustang or 1967 Ford F250 pickup truck, Doug is probably wine tasting with JJ and their 5 cats at their home in Ojai, California Turnkey Podcast Productions website: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com [http://www.turnkeypodcast.com] @djdoug https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/ [https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/] @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/] @somethingtowineabout https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/] @niceguysonbiz https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/ [https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/] Together, Doug and JJ are also podcast strategists, living in Ojai California. They host several shows together such as Something to Wine About and Sales Training for Podcasters. Follow them to learn more about the episodes on Taste the Ojai Experience on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. [https://t.sidekickopen77.com/s1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lM8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJN7t5XWPdSD1CW2zq9rs4Y8_jsTmtwR3JwfC-103?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-4fPf-FW3XWJt643Pr3GF4cQb1fmLXp1&si=8000000000242417&pi=a234d7d8-f11b-4fd4-feb6-16232278dc85] You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Ep.14: The Dutchess

The Dutchess About The Dutchess: The Dutchess is an all-day place and a fun collaboration amongst friends and family. Kelsey Brito runs the bakery, Saw Naing is the chef, and Zoe Nathan wraps her arms around the whole restaurant. It's a place to come in the morning for a cappuccino and a croissant, take home a loaf of bread, meet friends for sandwiches, salads, and flatbreads at lunch, and come back for great drinks and Burmese-Californian flavors at night. The majority of ingredients come from within 50 miles, including Zoe and Josh Loeb's 50/50 Farms and other farms focused on soil health. It's a love letter to Ojai from a team that cares deeply about what they do and about the community itself. In this episode JJ, Doug, and The Dutchess team discuss: What's on the menu at The Dutchess restaurant. The importance of good customer service when choosing a restaurant What makes The Dutchess unique from other restaurants in Ojai Join JJ and Doug in this episode as they venture to the all-day bakery, café, and Burmese-Californian restaurant in Ojai, The Dutchess Restaurant, and chat with the amazing team behind it. Connect with JJ and Doug: Podcast IG: Instagram: @tastetheojaiexperience https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People's Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. http://jjflizanes.com [http://jjflizanes.com] CONNECT WITH JJ Flizanes: Website: https://jjflizanes.com/ [https://jjflizanes.com/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes [https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/ [https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/] Instagram: https://instagram.com/jjflizanes [https://instagram.com/jjflizanes] Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes [https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes] Doug Sandler is an entrepreneur and podcast industry leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. As a podcast host of The Nice Guys on Business, Doug has interviewed, Gary V, Arianna Huffington, John C. Maxwell and dozens of celebs. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, writer, and founder of TurnKey Podcast Productions, providing podcast production, editing and launch services. His Nice Guys podcast, with over 1,300 episodes, has been downloaded 5 million times, in more than 175 countries. When not tinkering with his 1965 Mustang or 1967 Ford F250 pickup truck, Doug is probably wine tasting with JJ and their 5 cats at their home in Ojai, California Turnkey Podcast Productions website: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com [https://www.TurnkeyPodcast.com] @djdoug https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/ @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ @somethingtowineabout https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/ @niceguysonbiz https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/ Together, Doug and JJ are also podcast strategists, living in Ojai California. They host several shows together such as Something to Wine About and Sales Training for Podcasters. Follow them to learn more about the episodes on Taste the Ojai Experience on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Ep.13: Firestick Pottery

Firestick Pottery About Firestick Pottery: A creative community studio for ceramic artists and students, Firestick Pottery is an authorized distributor for the Laguna Clay Company and has lots of clay and glazes available and offers regular weekly firings for both our members and those who create their work elsewhere. Whether you're a monthly member, a student, or work elsewhere and just glaze and fire in their kilns, Firestick's 1,000 sq. foot studio and spacious grounds provide everything needed for potters to create, collaborate, learn, and perfect their craft, and gallery in which to sell their work. In this episode JJ, Doug, and Robin discuss: * What got Robin into having a pottery business * Activities to do in Firestick Pottery and its membership fees * Why recycling is important for Robin * Pottery as a community art and meditation practice In this episode, JJ and Doug visit Firestick Pottery and they will be interviewing Robin, studio owner and potter who purchased the pottery studio formerly owned by Larry Carnes in 2017 and has been building her dream ever since. Connect with JJ and Doug: Podcast IG: Instagram: @tastetheojaiexperience https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People's Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. http://jjflizanes.com [http://jjflizanes.com] CONNECT WITH JJ Flizanes: Website: https://jjflizanes.com/ [https://jjflizanes.com/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes [https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/ [https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/] Instagram: https://instagram.com/jjflizanes [https://instagram.com/jjflizanes] Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes [https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes] Doug Sandler is an entrepreneur and podcast industry leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. As a podcast host of The Nice Guys on Business [https://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/], Doug has interviewed, Gary V, Arianna Huffington, John C. Maxwell and dozens of celebs. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, writer, and founder of TurnKey Podcast Productions, providing podcast production, editing and launch services. His Nice Guys podcast, with over 1,300 episodes, has been downloaded 5 million times, in more than 175 countries. When not tinkering with his 1965 Mustang or 1967 Ford F250 pickup truck, Doug is probably wine tasting with JJ and their 5 cats at their home in Ojai, California Turnkey Podcast Productions website: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com [http://www.turnkeypodcast.com] @djdoug https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/ [https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/] @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/] @somethingtowineabout https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/] @niceguysonbiz https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/ [https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/] Together, Doug and JJ are also podcast strategists, living in Ojai California. They host several shows together such as Something to Wine About and Sales Training for Podcasters. Follow them to learn more about the episodes on Taste the Ojai Experience on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. [https://t.sidekickopen77.com/s1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lM8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJN7t5XWPdSD1CW2zq9rs4Y8_jsTmtwR3JwfC-103?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-4fPf-FW3XWJt643Pr3GF4cQb1fmLXp1&si=8000000000242417&pi=a234d7d8-f11b-4fd4-feb6-16232278dc85] You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Ep.12: Old Creek Ranch and Winery

Old Creek Ranch Winery About Old Creek Ranch Winery: Ventura County's only rural winery in the beautiful Ojai Valley, at Old Creek Ranch Winery, you can enjoy premium wines while relaxing in their beautiful guest areas and stroll along the meandering pathways and enjoy the tranquility of our beautiful setting in Ojai Valley. It's a destination, not just a quick stop for wine tasting! In this episode JJ, Doug, Michael, Andy, and Marie discuss: * How did they get started in the winery industry * The different wines created at this winery; wine tasting * The wine club * Old Creek Ranch Winery's mission as a wine business Join Doug, JJ, and Michael on this another episode of their wine adventures in Ojai, CA. Listen as they discuss the wines and history of Old Creek Ranch Winery with its owners and their wine-tasting buddies for this episode, Andy and Marie. Connect with JJ and Doug: Podcast IG: Instagram: @tastetheojaiexperience https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People's Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. http://jjflizanes.com [http://jjflizanes.com] CONNECT WITH JJ Flizanes: Website: https://jjflizanes.com/ [https://jjflizanes.com/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes [https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/ [https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/] Instagram: https://instagram.com/jjflizanes [https://instagram.com/jjflizanes] Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes [https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes] Doug Sandler is an entrepreneur and podcast industry leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. As a podcast host of The Nice Guys on Business [https://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/], Doug has interviewed, Gary V, Arianna Huffington, John C. Maxwell and dozens of celebs. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, writer, and founder of TurnKey Podcast Productions, providing podcast production, editing and launch services. His Nice Guys podcast, with over 1,300 episodes, has been downloaded 5 million times, in more than 175 countries. When not tinkering with his 1965 Mustang or 1967 Ford F250 pickup truck, Doug is probably wine tasting with JJ and their 5 cats at their home in Ojai, California Turnkey Podcast Productions website: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com [http://www.turnkeypodcast.com] @djdoug https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/ [https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/] @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/] @somethingtowineabout https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/] @niceguysonbiz https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/ [https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/] Together, Doug and JJ are also podcast strategists, living in Ojai California. They host several shows together such as Something to Wine About and Sales Training for Podcasters. Follow them to learn more about the episodes on Taste the Ojai Experience on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. [https://t.sidekickopen77.com/s1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lM8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJN7t5XWPdSD1CW2zq9rs4Y8_jsTmtwR3JwfC-103?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-4fPf-FW3XWJt643Pr3GF4cQb1fmLXp1&si=8000000000242417&pi=a234d7d8-f11b-4fd4-feb6-16232278dc85] You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Ep. 11: Ojai Wine Festival

Ojai Wine Festival About the Ojai Wine Festival: From its humble beginning in 1987, the Ojai Wine Festival has grown into a leading regional event attracting close to 4,000 people from throughout the central coast and southern California. The festival has played a role in introducing people to the bounty of Ojai, which has been named by Sunset Magazine as one of the top five "Food and Wine Havens in the West." The Ojai Wine Festival has made its home at the beautiful Lake Casitas Recreation Area event site and falls on the third Saturday in June. With its ideal venue and extraordinary fan base, the Ojai Wine Festival has become a favorite affair for attending wineries and breweries. The Ojai Wine Festival is located at Lake Casitas Recreation Area, 11311 Santa Ana Road Ventura, CA 93001. Join JJ, Doug, and Michael as they continue their wine adventure at the longest-running wine festival in Ventura County, the Ojai Wine Festival. This is indeed a fun group episode interviewing some of the owners and winemakers behind these award-winning wines and amazing craft beers while cruising over Lake Casitas in the Ojai Valley for a tasting! Connect with JJ and Doug: Podcast IG: Instagram: @tastetheojaiexperience https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People's Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. http://jjflizanes.com [http://jjflizanes.com] CONNECT WITH JJ Flizanes: Website: https://jjflizanes.com/ [https://jjflizanes.com/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes [https://www.youtube.com/jjflizanes] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/ [https://www.facebook.com/jflizanes/] Instagram: https://instagram.com/jjflizanes [https://instagram.com/jjflizanes] Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes [https://pinterest.com/jjflizanes] Doug Sandler is an entrepreneur and podcast industry leader. His book, Nice Guys Finish First is a #1 ranked Amazon Best Seller. As a podcast host of The Nice Guys on Business [https://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/], Doug has interviewed, Gary V, Arianna Huffington, John C. Maxwell and dozens of celebs. Doug is a nationally recognized speaker, writer, and founder of TurnKey Podcast Productions, providing podcast production, editing and launch services. His Nice Guys podcast, with over 1,300 episodes, has been downloaded 5 million times, in more than 175 countries. When not tinkering with his 1965 Mustang or 1967 Ford F250 pickup truck, Doug is probably wine tasting with JJ and their 5 cats at their home in Ojai, California Turnkey Podcast Productions website: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com [http://www.turnkeypodcast.com] @djdoug https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/ [https://www.instagram.com/djdoug/] @mustangpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/] @somethingtowineabout https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/somethingtowineaboutpodcast/] @niceguysonbiz https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/ [https://www.instagram.com/niceguysonbiz/] Together, Doug and JJ are also podcast strategists, living in Ojai California. They host several shows together such as Something to Wine About and Sales Training for Podcasters. Follow them to learn more about the episodes on Taste the Ojai Experience on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/ [https://www.instagram.com/taste_the_ojai_experience/] Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. [https://t.sidekickopen77.com/s1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lM8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJN7t5XWPdSD1CW2zq9rs4Y8_jsTmtwR3JwfC-103?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-4fPf-FW3XWJt643Pr3GF4cQb1fmLXp1&si=8000000000242417&pi=a234d7d8-f11b-4fd4-feb6-16232278dc85] You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.