All In San Diego: Recent Episodes
AJ and Sara
Highlighting the people and places that make San Diego awesome! Do you know of a person or place that should be featured on the show? Tell us about them at ajmachado@me.com.
AJ and Sara are joined by Aimee Cruz, owner of Valle Guadalupe Baja Tours, to explore the wonders of the Baja Wine country. They discuss everything you need to know for a getaway to this beautiful destination, including food, activities, and, of course, wine. Amy shares valuable tips for traveling to the Baja wine country and ensures a memorable experience for all. Tune in to learn about this hidden gem and start planning your own adventure!
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:21 Exploring Baja Wine Country
00:35 Introducing Aimee Cruz, Owner of Valle Guadalupe Baja Tours
00:58 Amy's Journey and Passion for Baja Wine Country
01:23 The Unique Experience of Baja Wine Country
02:49 Navigating the Journey to Baja Wine Country
06:23 Exploring the Activities in Baja Wine Country
08:16 Food and Wine Recommendations in Baja
15:27 Planning Your Trip to Baja Wine Country
18:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
In this special episode, AJ and Sarah are joined by Nina Thompson, the director of public relations for the San Diego Humane Society. They discuss the current overcrowding problem at local shelters and the need for community help, specifically in fostering animals. They also talk about the benefits of fostering, debunk some misconceptions about adopting pets as gifts during the holidays, and explore various volunteer opportunities at the humane society.
From Santa-themed pop-up bars to rave-style parties, and holiday dates to makers ' markets, we're breaking down your options for grown-up fun around San Diego this holiday season!
Monica and Michael from SDToday join us to break down some of the exciting changes happening around San Diego in the next several years! From upgrades to overhauls and expansions to facelifts, our county will look very different by 2030!
SDToday
Join us as we share some Autumn inspiration for making the most of San Diego fun this Fall!
Join AJ and Sara as they celebrate one of San Diego's genuinely great organizations the Challenged Athlete's Foundation. Foundation co-founder Bob Babbitt joins the podcast to share the story behind the group, how it changes lives worldwide, and how you can get involved!
"Diner's, Drive-Ins and Dives" is the most popular show in the history of the Food Network and Guy has featured over 20 San Diego restaurants on the show. Join AJ and Sara as they highlight some of the local spots that have made the jump from San Diego to Flavor Town in this episode!
The Shout House is a dueling piano par that has been brining the party to the Gaslamp district for more than 20 years. Join AJ and Sara as they talk to pianists Jon and Eric about the legendary venue!
Comic-Con is about to return to San Diego and we've got an episode packed full of pro-tips for beginners and experienced attendees alike! AJ is joined by his Comic-Con crew Vernon, Dave and Leslie for a deep dive into this year's big event!
Get prepared for the "Worst Case Scenario" as AJ and Sara talk to the director of the Fleet Science Center's exciting new exhibit! You'll also meet Gregor, the guy who's rallying San Diegans to keep our beaches clean!
"Six the Musical" has arrived at Broadway San Diego and it has quickly become the hottest ticket in town. In this 7 minute quickcast "Six" star Natalie Paris joins AJ and Sara to share the details about this amazing show!
Get tickets at https://www.broadwaysd.com/
In this episode, AJ and Sara introduce you to two San Diegans who turned viral fame into something more! Gabriel Feitosa gained a massive audience after appearing on the tv dog grooming show "Pooch Perfect" and now uses his talent to help local shelter dogs find homes. During the pandemic, Chris Maddox got millions of views of his "Covid Crooner" parody songs and is touring with his fast-rising new tribute band!
The Rady Shell is the most buzzed-about live entertainment venue in San Diego. In this episode, AJ and Sara welcome The Shell's Kristen Turner to give you an insider's guide to the new hot spot and break down this Summer's line-up! You'll also meet Johan Engman, the local restauranteur behind Breakfast Republic, Eggies, and more of the county's favorite breakfast spots!
Our featured guest this week is the local woman who bought the home of the original "Betty Crocker" and turned it into a destination you can visit! You'll also meet "The Bonfire Bros:" two teen entrepreneurs who are doing big things in Coronado and get all the info on "Scoop San Diego" the ice cream driven event coming up in late June!
Brick n Barn
Bonfire Bros
Scoop San Diego
In this episode, AJ and Sara introduce you to Randy "R Dub" Williams, the San Diego Man who has visited every country on Earth. You'll hear about some scary trips, some fascinating people, and how his travels have changed his life.
"Ramblin' Randy's" Blog
"Slowjamastan"
SeaWorld's Zack joins AJ and Sara to get you up to speed on what's in store for you this summer. Get the inside scoop on the park's new ride, shows, and parade along with details about the new family fun area and of course, the world-famous fireworks extravaganza!
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Join hosts AJ and Sara in an exciting episode as they welcome Snake Wrangler Bruce, a fearless expert in handling and rescuing snakes in San Diego. Discover the captivating world of snake rescue and gain valuable insights into understanding local snakes, staying safe, and avoiding potential dangers.
Episode Highlights:
- Understanding the danger level of local snakes
- Debunking myths and misconceptions about rattlesnake bites
- Practical tips for avoiding snake encounters
- Heartwarming snake rescue stories from Snake Wrangler Bruce
- The importance of snake safety education for the community
Note: This podcast episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional advice. Always exercise caution and consult local authorities or experts for specific snake-related concerns.
Contacts for Bruce-
Phone: 619-204-5117
IG: @wrangler_bruce
Web: https://snake-wranglers.com/
In this episode, AJ and Sara take you on a tour of San Diego area restaurants with chefs who have been featured on TV shows like Iron Chef America, Top Chef, and Chopped. You'll also be introduced to a local sports league that's making a big difference for local special needs athletes.
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AJ and Sara welcome San Diego publicist and mom Courtney Bustillos to give you some great ideas for Mother's Day!
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Are you looking for a fun-filled day trip for the whole family? Look no further than Temecula! San Diego County's neighbor to the north is home to a variety of family-friendly attractions, from its sprawling old town to its massive arcade and family fun center. In just 25 minutes, we'll break down all of the best things to do in Temecula with kids.
People from all over the country travel to San Diego for Spring Break, but why let them have all the fun? This episode is full of great Spring Break ideas and we have special guests joining us for deep dives into a couple of your newest options!
In this episode, we introduce you to one of our area's lesser-known animal sanctuaries, California Wolf Center. Sara also gives a rundown of some of San Diego's "hidden gem" restaurants and we break down this week's local events.
Yosukochi Family Farms
The Wolf Center
Circus Vargas is in town right now and the Ringmaster himself Jonathon Lee Iverson joins us with the inside scoop in less than 5 minutes!
Get your Circus Vargas Tickets!
San Diego has some incredible places to make your next DIY dream project a reality and we're here to break down your options! Also, why is there a record number of adoptable dogs in the county right now? Helen Woodward Animal Shelter's Jessica Gercke joins us to share the surprising backstory and tell us how you can foster or adopt an animal in need! Sara also breaks down the latest events for you to check out around the county!
Links:
Yasukochi Family Farms
The Family Adventure Book
Helen Woodward Animal Center
We have a lot of great outdoor activities in San Diego, but what the heck do you do when it rains? We've put together a whole episode of ideas and inspiration that will have you ready to have a great time the next time rain hits the county...and we'll do it in right around 20 minutes!
Ready for a one-day getaway from San Diego? We're breaking down some of your best options. Karla from Fleet Science Center joins us to share how their new exhibit will have you reminiscing about MySpace and Wherehouse Music, and Sara shares the big screw-up that kept her from winning the Nation Pizza Day pizza-making competition!
Also, check out our Best Pizza in San Diego episode!
Are you looking for ideas for Valentine's Day activities? Whether you're looking for date night, single night, or friend's night out, we've got you covered in this episode!
See also: a list of local restaurants with Valentine's Day specials.
Our "Picnic with Take Out" episode.
Our "Puzzle/Escape Room" episode.
Our "Valentine's Day Game Plan" episode.
Our "San Diego Date Ideas" episode.
And in honor of National Pizza day, check out our Pizza episode!
Join us as we introduce you to some local restaurants that just received some big kudos, explore the growing local phenomenon of Pickleball, break down San Diego Museum Month, and much more!
New theme park attractions? Celebrity-owned restaurants? New state-of-the-art playgrounds? Join us as we break down all the exciting things heading to San Diego in 2023!
You've heard about a lot of great new San Diego spots on the podcast, today we're going in a different direction. This episode is all about celebrating the restaurants that have stood the test of time and earned the right to be considered classic San Diego restaurants. From a 90 year old institution famous for one type of food, to one of the oldest tiki restaurants in America join us as we go ALL IN on Classic San Diego!
The Holiday Season is almost here and it's time to start making your plans! Jen from @GatherSanDiego is here to walk you though some of the many amazing options you'll have all over the county between now and the new year!
Intro Stuff
0:24 AJ's holiday "pep talk"
2:02 AJ and Sara's Thanksgiving meal plans
5:02 Turkey vs. Microwave
Main Show Stuff
7:38 Coronado has more than just ice-skating
8:55 A next level Holiday movie experience
9:58 Festive cocktails and trivia in Banker's Hill
11:14 Family Fun in Point Loma
12:23 Grown up fun at a speak easy in Pacific Beach
13:51 a must see neighborhood in Rancho Peñasquitos
15:19 road trip to Julian
15:57 An experience for all 5 senses in Rancho Bernardo
18:08 Igloos in San Marcos?!
This week you'll be introduced to an amazing local Wild Animal Rescue, Gulls arena host Alyssa will get you fired up about San Diego's hockey team, we'll get you up to speed on San Diego Beer Week and much more!
1:08 Is Sara Day Drinking?
2:25 AJ's End of Halloween Pet Peeve
5:25 The local Wild Animal Park You Can Visit
11:37 Sara's Wild Animal Scare
17:26 Let's Get YOU Ready for a Gulls Game!
22:31 Are You Ready for San Diego Beer Week?
30:25 AJ vs. His Daughter's Teacher
34:38 The Best San Diego Events Happening This Week!
We're presenting a new style of episode that combines the fun of the old "AJ and Sara" radio show with the useful info of the "ALL IN San Diego" podcast. Join us as we share our lives while getting you up to speed on all things San Diego for this week:
:00 Padres Fever is/was fun while it lasted!*
4:38 Local Youtube star Jay Jay from "Jaycation" breaks down some of the counties best "cheap eats"
11:26 AJ shares creative food ideas for Halloween
15:26 We learn about HAUNTED San Diego with Dante from hauntedsandiegotours.com
22:42 AJ and Sara discuss past Halloween highlights
26:54 A break down of the fun events happening with week with guests Shabby from Seaport Fudge and Instagrammer Judee the Foodee.
- this episode was recorded before the Padres were eliminated. Please excuse our joy and optimism.
Fall is here and as always there are a lot of amazing things to do and see all over San Diego. Our friends from San Diego Family are back to get you up to speed on all of the pumpkin patching, hay maze exploring, farm visiting fun all in less than 20 minutes! Enjoy the episode and don't forget to pick up the latest issue of San Diego Family Magazine at your nearest Albertsons or CVS or on-line at www.sandiegofamily.com.
Kids Free October is here and there are SO many fun opportunities we couldn't squeeze them into one episode! Instead we give you the details you need to know, share some of the most exciting options and hook you up with a few pro tips in less than 10 minutes! Once you've listened you can check out ALL of the Kids Free October fun at the link below:
Kids Free October 2022
We'd love to drive across the country trying famous regional foods like Texas BBQ and Maine Lobster Rolls but who's got time for that? Luckily a lot of these specialty foods have made their way to San Diego and we're gonna tell you where to get them. From Philly Cheesesteaks to Chicago Pizza, from Cincinnati Chili to Nashville Hot Chicken, join us as we eat across America...in San Diego!
San Diego Restaurant Week is back and as always, we want to make sure you have all the details so you can maximize your experience. Restaurant week's own McKenna Jensen joins us to give you all the 411 in under 8 minutes! We've also teamed up with some local restaurants to give you a chance at trying them out for free!
It's Halloween Time at Legoland!
What's the brand new Monster Party? Where can you dance with the Zombie Cheerleaders? What's new with Brick or Treat and the brand new 4D movie? We'll answer all of those questions and more as we get you ready for the most popular time of the year at Legoland Ca. !
San Diego Botanic Garden has come up on so many different episodes of the podcast we finally decided to dedicate a whole show to this unique North County favorite. We'll give you everything you need to know to plan your next trip along with the scoop on a huge change to their plans for the upcoming holiday season!
When you live in San Diego your fitness routine should be anything but boring. There are so many unique ways to get and stay in shape all over the county and our special guest Ashley Jacobs from Fox 5's"The LOCALIST" is here to break down some of the best! We also introduce you to the TeamUpFitness app, the new free platform that helps you combine your active lifestyle with your dating life!
TeamUpFitness
The Localist
National Geographic named Encinitas one of the 20 best surf towns on the planet. It's known for its laid back coastal life style, great food, and outdoor activities. It's also the city that "ALL IN San Diego"s own Sara calls home and she's ready to give us all and insiders tour! Join us as we go ALL IN on Encinitas!
This episode is brought to you by Soapy Joe's Car Wash.
A neighborhood just isn't a neighborhood without at least one great deli or sandwich spot. AJ has tried a lot of San Diego's best and he's here to take you (and Sara) on a county wide tour of San Diego's best sandwiches!
You don't have to miss out on the Comic-Con fun just because you don't have a ticket/badge for the convention center. There are a LOT of fun events, interactions and experiences all over the Gaslamp and most of them are free! Join us us we break them down in just over 15 minutes!
Join us as we break down a fun list of adventures that you'll want to get into before the Summer is over! Our San Diego Summer Bucket List has some classic San Diego ideas along with some you've probably never heard of!
Summer is here and Sea World San Diego is ready to show you a great time! Listen as AJ and Sara head to Seaworld to get you all of the info you'll need for your next visit. Bonus: you will also hear a special code word with instructions on how to use it to enter to win a free four pack of tickets to the park!
In this episode AJ and Sara introduce you to one of San Diego's coolest new spots, Old Town Urban Market! It's a community driven new Food Hall where every business is locally owned and Latino owned. You'll get an "ALL IN" style deep dive into the market's many offerings and hear directly from several of it's vendors all in under 15 minutes!
The Fair is back in BIG way and AJ and Sara are here with an in depth guide. From the parking situation to crazy food options, from the new ticket buying process to concerts to watch for, they will get you ready for your visit. They also talk to the performers behind two of this year's biggest shows!
From longtime favorites to up and coming hotspots, we're breaking down the places that are making the best hamburgers in San Diego. We also give you the 411 on an awesome upcoming event for burger lovers and give you a discount code just for "ALL IN San Diego" listeners! Join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Best Burgers!
How much fun is a day at a Padres game at Petco Park? In fact, there are so many things to see, do and eat that it can be overwhelming! This episode is here to serve as your guide to a great day at the ballpark as we break down every detail about the food, the fun, and all of the best "pro tips." You'll also hear a special appearance by the morning show on the Padres flagship station "97.3 the Fan" Ben and Woods! Join us as we go ALL IN on Petco Park!
We're ready to take you on a county wide tour of fun activities that are absolutely free. Get ready to learn where you can go on amazing tours, take in live music, stroll through museums, watch movies and much more without spending a dime! We're goin ALL IN on FREE fun around San Diego!
With over 30 vendors under one roof, Liberty Public Market is a food lover's paradise. In this episode we speak with some of the people behind the market's awesome spots, break down some of our favorites and give you some pro-tips for your next visit...all in about 20 minutes!
We spend a lot of time exploring San Diego's most popular spots. On this episode we're diving a little deeper and introducing you to 10 hidden gems you've probably never heard of! Youtuber Jay Jay Maniquis from "Jaycations" is here with all the details as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Hidden Gems.
San Diego's Ramen scene has absolutely exploded and @JudeetheFoodee is here to break down the places that are serving up the best bowls. Join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Best Ramen!
When it comes to kids birthday parties, San Diego has something for everyone! From Ninja Obstacle courses to over the top sleepovers, from reptile parties to video game trucks, we're giving you all the info as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Best Kids Birthday Spots!
Special thanks to @sandiegowithkids for her awesome contribution to this episode!
This episode is brought to you by Ponce's Mexican Restaurants!
Get ready to tackle one of San Diego’s most iconic foods…the taco! As one of the organizers of the San Diego Reader’s annual Tacotopia event, Ayssa works with almost every taco spot in the county and she’s tried most of their tacos. We’ve challenged her to the epic task of choosing the 10 BEST tacos in town and trust me, you’re gonna want to try every last one! Join us, as we go ALL IN on San Diego’s Best Tacos!
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park may not be as "World Famous" as the zoo itself but it's every bit as awesome. On this episode Zookeeper Rick himself is here to give you every trick and tip you need to maximize your next visit. He'll tell you how to plan your day, where to eat, when to do the tram tour and more. He also gives us an inside scoop about something brand new that we can all get excited about! Let's go ALL IN on the San Diego Zoo Safari Park!
Valentine's Day is around the corner and world class matchmaker Sophy Singer is here to release your pre-holiday anxiety! She'll give you a lot of super fun and original date ideas along with a pep talk that will change the way you think about February 14th. She'll also explain how to use her brand new "Year of Love Planner" which you can get free at the link below!
Get the "Year of Love Planner" HERE
Check out Sophy's web site HERE
Follow Sophy's IG HERE
Our last episode was a culinary tour of San Diego's international food scene and there was too much deliciousness for just one episode. Darryl from @Sandiegofoodiefan is back with more amazing recommendations, so join us as we go BACK in on Eating Around the World in San Diego!
San Diego has such a diverse food scene that you can try food from all over the world without leaving out county! Darryl from @sandiegofoodiefan is here to help us do just that, so join us as we go ALL IN on eating around the world in San Diego!
We love our San Diego sunshine but it's nice to know that a day in the snow is a fairly short drive away. In fact you probably have a lot more options than you realize! Bonnie from @Famdiego is here with the 411 on all of the best spots. She's also got great tips on what to pack, where to stay, parking, dining and more. Join us as we go ALL IN on Snow Day Road Trips!
Are you ready to create a San Diego bucket list for 2022? This episode is loaded with fun and original ideas for things to do, places to see and of course food and drinks to devour this year!
Looking for a truly unique gift this holiday season? Look no further than San Diego's 50-plus incredible museums! Bob from the San Diego Museum Council is here to take us ALL IN on Gifts from San Diego's Museums!
Are you considering purchasing an annual pass to one of San Diego's amazing destinations as a gift to a friend, yourself or your family? @sandiego.mamas is here to break down the details and the deals as we go ALL IN on Annual Passes!
There are SO many amazing things to see, do, eat, try, and hear during the Holiday season in San Diego and San Diego Family Magazine is here to help us make YOU a holiday fun expert. Join us as we go ALL IN on Christmas in San Diego!
San Diego is a great place to be for the holidays, and because it's such a great city we all get a bunch of guests from out of town. We want to take them out and show them a good time but eventually run out of ideas for things to do with them! This episode is here to fill us with ideas for what to do with those out of town guests: any part of town, any time of day, we've got you. Jen from @gathersandiego is here to help us and you go ALL IN on things to do with out of town guests!
It's another neighborhood spotlight, and it's going to be a deep dive into beautiful Oceanside! It's really coming up with tons of restaurants and breweries, museums, brand new beachfront hotels, and a blooming arts community, but it still has that classic Southern California beach town vibe. Our guide is Alison Andrews. She's literally a part of San Diego culture as the founder of Fashion Week San Diego, and she's here to help us explore her hometown. Join us as we go ALL IN on Oceanside!
We have to be honest with you, his episode is not for you...it's for your dog. San Diego is such a dog friendly town it's about time we laid it all out for the dogs. Ziggy is a canine Instagram influencer, who unfortunately can't talk, so his Ziggy's human, Jess is going to run us through all things, dogs around San Diego. She'll break down the parks, the beaches, the dog friendly restaurants, even a dog waterpark! Get ready...we're going to go ALL IN on San Diego with your dog!
A few months ago, when we started this podcast, we had no idea there were so many Speakeasies and Tiki Bars hidden all over San Diego, but guest after guest has come on and brought them up! They're so cool, unique and mysterious...we couldn't wait to learn more! We have the perfect person to clue us in. Our old friend from our radio days, Jennifer White, just so happens to be a Speakeasy and Tiki bar super fan and she's not only going to tell us where these speakeasies are, she's going to tell us where the secret entrances the details on the secret knocks or whatever else you need to know to actually get into them. She's got everything you need to know about San Diego's best Tiki Bars as well.....let's go ALL IN on San Diego's best Speakeasies and Tiki Bars!
If you asked a group of San Diegans what their favorite local road trip destination is, most of them would probably say Julian, Who doesn't love the family activities, the small town vibes, and of course the apple pie. Well, on this episode, Eva from @MountainMadeMe is here to transform you from a Julian fan into a Julian expert! Let's go ALL IN on Julian!
How is this possible? How in the world are we a San Diego podcast and this is our first taco Tuesday episode? We're finally going to get it done and we have the perfect guest to help you navigate those taco Tuesday spots. Jay Jay is a San Diego based YouTuber who covers all things, food and fun on his channel Jaycation, and he's particularly passionate about taco Tuesdays. So let's do it. Let's go all in on San Diego's best Taco Tuesdays.
We're getting into some Fall family fun in this episode. We're talking about pumpkin patches and you're not going to believe all the options you have all over the county. From petting zoos to corn mazes, to hayrides and even apple cannons...Anne from San Diego Family Magazine is here to break it all down.
Let's go all in on San Diego's Best Pumpkin Patches!
This episode is all about haunted San Diego. Our county has quite a haunted history and there are way more places than you'd guess that are allegedly riddled with ghosts. Radio personality, Alexia Gloria from Z90 is a Halloween and haunted attraction enthusiast, and she's joining us to give us all the scary details. Let's go all in on haunted San Diego!
It's a San Diego family tradition and it's gotten bigger and bigger every single year. It's "Kids Free October," kids eat, play, and explore for free, and we're ready to break down ALL of the fun options. Let's go ALL IN on Kids Free October!
One of the most "be a tourist in your own town" spots in San Diego is Seaport village. If it's been a while, since you've been so much has changed and there's so much to explore! Bonnie from @famdiego is here to make you a Seaport village expert! Let's go ALL IN on Seaport village.
It's time to shine the "ALL IN San Diego" spotlight on Poway! CBS 8's Heather Meyers is a proud resident of "The City in the Country" and she's here to give us a VIP tour of the places to eat, the things to do and everything to check out in her corner of the county. Let's go ALL IN on Poway!
We're keeping with one of our favorite themes this episode, being a tourist in your own city....but this time with a twist! It's a "Choose Your Adventure" episode with Jen from @GatherSanDiego, and she's the queen of creative! From mystery dates and sporty outings to family sleuth adventures and iconic San Diego photo ops..
Let's go ALL IN on "Choose Your Adventure" San Diego!
The food truck scene has really exploded in the last few years and San Diego has some of the best in the country. So we had to call one of her all-time favorite guests @judeethefoodie to break them all down! She is going to tell you what the best food trucks are, where to find them and what to order once you track them down.
Let's go ALL IN on San Diego's best food trucks.
San Diego has some of the coolest camping spots in the state and Dris from @Moderncalimom is here to break them down. She'll tell you where the best sites are, give you insider tricks to actually booking reservations and share tips on how to make the most of your So-Cal camping experience!
Let's go ALL IN on Camping and "Glamping" in San Diego!!
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Wine lovers, this episode is for you! San Diego has so many amazing wineries it would be impossible to do them all in one episode, but we have to start somewhere. Joining us today is Regan from Goverre, a local company that got a deal on Shark Tank for their amazing portable wine glasses.
Let's go ALL IN on our San Diego Wine Tour! (part 1)
We are long overdue for a sweet treats episode, so Nirit from @sandiegoeats is here to load us up on all the best options to satisfy your sweet tooth. From San Diego institutions to brand new trendy spots, get ready to go all in on San Diego's best sweet treats!
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We are doing this episode towards the end of the summer, which is one of the hottest times around San Diego. But guess what? There are more pools for you to go take a swim in than you ever imagined. And Melissa, from @sandiegoadventurekids is here to tell you about them. She's going to give us her top three hotel pools and water parks. Also the best, super affordable community pools, even the best options for adults..and yes, they involve swim up bars! Let's go ALL IN on Swimming Around San Diego
On this episode, we're taking a deep dive into flights. You know, when you order a flight of beer and you get to taste three different ones instead of just one? Well, there's more to flights than just beer. We're going to explore savory flights, boozy flights, and much more as we highlight the best of them all over San Diego.
And we have a repeat guest. She's our favorite anonymous foodie, so we don't even know her name. She goes by @sandiegofoodgirl.
Let's go all in on San Diego's best flights!
It's time for another babysitter episode! We've given you plenty of adventures with the kids, we've given you adventures with Dad, and today we're giving you adventures without the kids! Shelby Stanger is here. She's an adventure enthusiast, she's the host of a couple of podcasts, "Wild Ideas Worth Living" and "Vitamin Joy," and she's a San Diegan and through and through! She'll share some great ideas for grown up adventures that will work equally well for the whole family!
Get ready to go ALL IN on Grown Up (Or Family) Adventures
Shelby Stanger
We wanted to share some unique date ideas and who better to help us do that than a real life matchmaker? San Diego based matchmaker and dating expert Sophy Love is our guest and she's sharing a LOT of unique San Diego date ideas and some great dating tips as well!
Join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego Date Ideas!
Guest: Sophy Love
Sponsor: ALCE 101
We've all been through quite a lot in the last couple of years, but it has forced us to get creative and we've come up with some pretty great ideas.
One of the things we hope sticks around is grabbing some takeout from a local business and finding a cool San Diego spot to enjoy it.
On this episode, Rachel from @sdealicious is here to run down some of the most amazing places to eat outdoors, and she'll even recommend some nearby restaurants to pick up that food from.
Let's go all in on Picnics with Takeout!
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Puzzle rooms are a relatively new form of entertainment and they've been absolutely blowing up and gaining in popularity over the last few years. There are actually a lot of great ones right here in the San Diego area, and they're a super fun option for friends night out, a date, or even a team building exercise with coworkers.
AJ happens to be a huge puzzle room enthusiasts, so in an "ALL IN San Diego" first, he'll be serving as this episode's expert guide. He'll explain how puzzle rooms work, tell you where to find the best ones in town, and share his pro-tips to make sure you have the best experience possible.
Join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Best Puzzle Rooms.
San Diego is known for its beaches but a day by the ocean isn't the only way to enjoy the outdoors by the water, we have so many amazing lakes and ponds too. Alicia from @SanDiegowithKids is here to share some of the best places to go for a run, a stroll in the shade, or just some good old fashioned ducks feeding.
So join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Lakes and Ponds!
@SanDiegowithKids
On this episode, we're checking back in with our friends at San Diego Family Magazine. Their annual "Out and About with Kids" issue is out right now! It's your guide for what to do, where to stay, where to eat and how to get around. Anne from San Diego Family Magazine is here to take you and us ALL IN on being out and about with kids in San Diego!
San Diego Family Magazine
The "Out and About with Kids" issue!
San Diego's Asian food scene is thriving, and we're not just talking about egg rolls and orange chicken. @Judeethefoodee is here and she's going to take us on an Asian food tour of San Diego. From Korean barbecue to Taiwanese Hot Pot....from wagyu sushi to Tom Yum spaghetti....we're going ALL IN on San Diego's best Asian food!
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Birch Aquarium is a San Diego favorite, and if it's been a while, since you've checked it out, it's time to go back. They have some new exhibits, fresh experiences, and longtime favorites all waiting for you and your family. Beth from Birch is here to catch us up on what's going on with the Aquarium and she has all the best pro tips to make sure you get the most out of your experience. Stay with us until the end to find out how to win a four back of tickets!
Join us as we go all in on Birch Aquarium!
This is our first ever "babysitter episode." We've had plenty of episodes full of family adventures and kid-friendly destinations now we're going to get you ready to go out for some well-deserved grown-up time! Our guest is Courtney, better known as @Coco_Sandiego on Instagram, and this is her wheelhouse! So whether you're headed out for a date night or you want to have a get together with friends, or maybe you just want to try a fancy new restaurant without paying the full menu price.........get ready, we're going ALL IN on San Diego's best Happy Hours!
@SanDiegoFoodGirl is here to help us take a deep dive into a food that almost everybody loves....pizza! From deep dish to New York style from downtown all the way up to Temecula......get ready to get hungry as we go all in on San Diego's best pizza!
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ALL IN San Diego is all about highlighting the people in places that make San Diego awesome, and this episode highlights both. The place is the World Famous San Diego Zoo, and the person is Zookeeper Rick Schwartz. Rick's a lot of fun, and we're going to tap into his 21 years of experience to make sure that by the end of this episode, you'll be a pro at doing the Zoo.
Join us as we go ALL IN on the World Famous San Diego.
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Even if you've lived in San Diego for your entire life, this episode is going to have you questioning how much you really know about our city. Our guest is Jessica from hiddensandiego.net and she's made it her life's mission to uncover Hidden San Diego. Get ready to hear about a whole lot of stuff you never knew existed: Military bunkers speakeasies with secret doors, underground magic rooms, ghosts, UFOs, talking trees, even a secret beach location with full-on Goonies vibes.
You may think you know, all there is to know about our awesome city, but you're in for some big surprises as we go all in on Hidden San Diego.
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Are we the only ones who have noticed more and more people buzzing about parks and playgrounds around San Diego? There have been new cool parks sprouting up all over the county and a lot of them are worth traveling to even if they're not nearby!
The question is: where do you go for info on all of the best ones? And the answer is: this episode!
Jeannie from @ParksinSanDiego is joining us to count down the 10 absolute best parks in San Diego along with all of the important 411 (parking, bathrooms etc) for each one!
Join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego's Best Parks!
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If you've lived in San Diego for awhile you've probably been to Belmont Park. You've ridden the roller coaster, played in the arcade and probably grabbed a quick corn dog. Well, nowadays there's SO MUCH more to Belmont park and Bonnie from fam Diego is back to going to break it all down. From laser tag to rock climbing to miniature golf to a 7D movie experience there's a LOT of fun to be had!
Join us as we go ALL IN on Belmont park.
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San Diego has a lot incredible hiking trails, but not all of them are fun for the whole family. Choose right and you'll have a great time. Choose wrong and it ends in skin knees, tears, and probably you carrying your kids back to the car. Melissa from @SanDiegoAdventureKids is here to share some of the most incredible family hikes all around San Diego, from secret swings to fairy gardens, to the animal friends you can make along the way.
Join us as we go ALL IN on San Diego family friendly hikes!
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Every parent's dream is to have a plan made for them....a WHOLE plan: where to go, where to park, what to eat and even where the bathrooms are. Well, our prayers have been answered! The Happyly App is here and they're care of the planning, so you just take care of the fun.
Happyly San Diego ambassador Brittany is here with some super efficient plans for summer adventures. In fact, she'll give you over a dozen full plans and she'll share each one in 60 seconds or less! And stick around, because at the end of the episode you'll get a code for FREE premium access to Happyly.
Get ready to go ALL IN on 60 Second Adventure Plans!
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You probably know that San Diego has some amazing breweries and wineries that serve really great beer and wine and delicious food to. But you may also avoid going to these places because you have kids! But guess what? You don't have to! On this episode, Sandra from @PlayDatesandPints is here to help us create the ultimate list of amazing wine and beer makers that are happy to welcome you and your kids. Join us as we go ALL IN on family friendly wineries and breweries!
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New York has its pizza, Philly has its cheesesteaks and here in San Diego, we have amazing fish tacos. You can't beat a great fish taco, but they're not as easy to come by as non seafood tacos. Robin from @_sandiegofoodie is joining us to help make a list of must try choices from all over San Diego county. Get your fresh salsa and your lime wedges ready, we're going ALL IN on fish tacos!
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Are you looking for some great ideas for fun adventures with the Dad in your life? We're here to help! Anne Malinowski from San Diego Magazine is here to help us create a serious list of options! Whether you want to take him out with the kids, send him out with his friends or set him up for time with his Dad, you'll get plenty of inspiration for Father's Day and beyond!
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"Home Grown Fun" is this year's version of the San Diego County Fair. Things are scaled down but there is plenty of food, entertainment and activities for everyone to have a blast! The Del Mar Fairground's Jennifer Hellman joins us to get you ready for all of the fun and all of the ways that tickets, parking and even entering the fair will be different this year! You'll get it all in less than 20 minutes as we go ALL IN on "Home Grown Fun" by the San Diego County Fair!
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Summer's here and we're all ready to enjoy everything San Diego has to offer. Playing tourist is fun, but everything is different when kids are involved! Camille from "Kids City Guides" is here with a top 10 countdown of tourist destinations to visit, along with specific kid-friendly tips and strategies! From new inspiration for standard family favorites, to kid-friendly options in stereotypically "grown up" locations (the Gaslamp!?) get ready to go ALL IN on playing tourist...with kids!
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner are great, but what about the meal that's so special we only have it a few times per year? Like everything else in San Diego the "brunch scene" is incredibly diverse! From fun places to take the whole family to super fancy spots to celebrate special occasions, Daniel from @SDFoodies is here to help us explore every part of the county as we go ALL IN on brunch!!
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Everything is even MORE awesome at Legoland California with the newly opened Lego Movie World. Legoland's own Julie Estrada joins us to break down all of the new world's attractions and take us on a deep dive into the best rides, must try foods and can't miss activities as well as the brand new technology you'll want to know about before you head to the park. You'll also get insider tips on the Sealife Aquarium, the Water Park and both hotels as we go ALL IN on Legoland California!
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San Diegans are eating out with their families again and we're on a mission to find all of the best spots! Nirit from @Sandiegoeats is here to make sure you're up to speed on the best restaurant playgrounds, menu items and activities in every corner of the county!
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Little Italy's Food Hall is a hidden gem full of amazing food options. Sam the Cooking Guy joins us for a "virtual tour" of the Hall, some Little Italy "pro tips" and an exclusive sneak peek at his next cook book!
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You'll be blown away by what you don't know about Balboa Park. From hidden hikes to scavenger hunts, to secret gardens to an unusual "subscription program," Bonnie from Famdiego.com joins us to break it all down, as we go ALL IN on Balboa Park!
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