Episodes
HB Unplugged will offer a range of captivating and entertaining shows that appeal to a very diverse community. Whether you’re interested in the City of Huntington Beach, the hot rods and vintage cars, the beach life or all the events and entertainment that Surf City has to offer, HB Unplugged will have something for everyone. Each episode will have its own personality and dynamics to create a podcast experience that will resonate with each guest we have, along with their stories and interviews we can all relate too.
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Featured Episode
Episode 40 - Nicole Elliott & Tyler Henn: The Live Like Zac Story
Nicole & Tyler on Zac's legacy and the Live Like Zac movement
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Episode 39 - Brett Simpson: Two-Time US Open Champ & Surf City Mentor
Two-time US Open champ Brett Simpson on Hurley, family & giving back
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Episode 38 - Meet the Crew & Surf City's Summer Events
Meet the HB Unplugged crew & the big Surf City summer events ahead
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Episode 37 - Pete Townend: From First World Champ to Grand Marshal
Pete Townend on the Surf Museum move, the parade & pro surfing's 50th
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Episode 36 - Gabrielle Samiy on Grit, Championships & Huntington Beach Pride
Miss HB is also a state champ — Gabby Samiy's story is unreal.
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Episode 34 - Steve Wheat on HB History, Surf Culture & Legendary Roots
Steve Wheat takes Mel and Don deep into the untold history of Huntington Beach.
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Episode 33: Mayor Casey McKeon on Local Business & Streamlining HB
Mayor Casey McKeon talks local business, streamlined permits, and his mission.
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Episode 32 - Chef Andrew Gruel on Food, Service & Community
Chef Andrew Gruel talks food, community, and HB pride.
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Episode 31 - Reviving the Chamber Spirit with Max Daffron
New Chamber CEO Max Daffron shares his vision for HB business.
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Episode 30 - Uncovering Hidden Huntington Beach with Chris Epting
Author Chris Epting shares HB's incredible untold stories.
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Episode 29: From Dukes to Surf City Leadership: Brett Barnes
Brett Barnes on Dukes, Surf City Nights, and Huntington Beach community.
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Episode 28: From Code Four to the Pacific Airshow: Kevin Elliott
Kevin Elliott on Code Four, Pacific Airshow, and shaping HB’s legacy.
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Episode 27: Building Surf Culture & Community with Billy Webb
Surf, community, and board riders—Billy Webb on HB’s surf culture legacy.
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Episode 26 –From Vietnam vet to HB icon—Mike Ali’s journey with Zach’s
From Vietnam vet to HB icon—Mike Ali’s journey with Zach’s
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Episode 25 (Part 2): The Legends of Surfing – Kelly Slater & David Nuuhiwa
Surf icons Kelly Slater & David Nuuhiwa share waves, stories, and legacy
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Episode 25 – HB Unplugged at the WSS in Surf City USA, Huntington Beach (Part 1)
From Duke Aipa to Kelly Slater, HB Unplugged brings you legends, history,
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Episode 24 - From lab coats to city council—Butch Twining's HB legacy
From lab coats to city council—Butch Twining's HB legacy
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Episode 23 — Shawn Wood, Student Movers & Community Leadership
Shawn Wood on founding Student Movers, community service, and leading HB’
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Episode 22 — Dan Hay, Softball & Scout Mentorship
Dan Hay on building Premier Girls Fastpitch, community impact, and mentor
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Episode 21 — Ed Romo & Rick Brown, Local Events & Community Spirit
Ed Romo and Rick Brown on HB’s iconic 4th of July Parade, Bike Parade, an
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Episode 20 – Ed Laird: Chemistry, Community & the Spirit of HB
Ed Laird on entrepreneurship, community service, and HB leadership.
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Episode 19 – Courtney McKenna: Music, Marketing & Volkswagen Culture
Courtney McKenna shares her journey through music and marketing.
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Episode 18 – Robyne Wood: Transforming Lives Through Robyne’s Nest
Robyne Wood shares the mission and impact of Robyne’s Nest charity.
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Episode 17 – Councilmember Casey McKeon: Local Legacy & Leadership
Casey McKeon shares his HB roots, council role, and community pride.
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Episode 16 – Mayor Pat Burns: Surfing, Service & Surf City’s Future
Huntington Beach Mayor Pat Burns shares stories on surf, service & city l
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Episode 15 – Inside Visit HB with Kelly Miller: Building Surf City USA
Kelly Miller shares the vision behind tourism in Surf City USA.
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Episode 14 Featuring John Etheridge
In this episode of HB Unplugged, John Etheridge shares his journey
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Episode 13 - Upcoming Events in the City of Huntington Beach
Upcoming Events in Huntington Beach
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Episode 12 - Surfing Through Time with David Nuuhiwa: From Hawaii to HB Legends
David Nuuhiwa shares his iconic journey from Hawaii to HB surfing fame.
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Episode 11 - Behind the Scenes of HB Unplugged with Rick Brown and Alex Lara
Meet the HB Unplugged team celebrating Surf City USA's culture and events
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Episode 10 - Peter "PT" Townend: Surfing’s First World Champion Shares His Story
PT Townend talks surfing, his career, and HB’s iconic surfing legacy.
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Episode 9 - Surfing, Art, and Legacy with Ricky Blake
Ricky Blake shares HB's rich surfing culture and its vibrant history.
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Episode 8 - Don & Mel talk HB Surfing with Chanel Fignetti
Chanel Foti shares how she carries on her dad’s legacy at Rockin' Fig Surf Shop.
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Episode 7 - Mel and Don talk with Rick Brown of Huntington Beach
Rick Brown shares his community impact in HB through sports and events.
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Episode 6 - Don & Mel talk with Local Artist Melissa Murals
Melissa Murphy’s murals have become iconic in Huntington Beach.
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Episode 5 - Surfing Legacy & Shaping the Future with Duke Aipa
Duke shares the Aipa family's deep surfing legacy and shaping innovations.
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Episode 4 - A HB Local - Don Ramsey
Exploring Huntington Beach's surf culture and history with Don Ramsey.
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Episode 3 - Stacey Newton & The Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade
Stacey Newton on bringing the Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade to life.
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Featured guests
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Episode 40 - Nicole Elliott & Tyler Henn: The Live Like Zac Story
Nicole & Tyler on Zac's legacy and the Live Like Zac movement
Listen Now →Episode 39 - Brett Simpson: Two-Time US Open Champ & Surf City Mentor
Two-time US Open champ Brett Simpson on Hurley, family & giving back
Listen Now →Episode 38 - Meet the Crew & Surf City's Summer Events
Meet the HB Unplugged crew & the big Surf City summer events ahead
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