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Canadians in California
1hr1min
a year ago
Hear from four fascinating Canadian-born transplants who now call the Golden State their home
Canadians in California
On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Soterios Johnson discusses why the Golden State is the perfect place for aspiring creatives with four notable Canadian expats.
First, Johnson talks with Janet Zuccarini, owner of the acclaimed restaurant Felix in Venice Beach. The Toronto-born restaurateur breaks down the dishes she loves and names some of the many A-list diners who frequent her Abbot Kinney eatery. Zuccarini also discusses where she likes to dine in Los Angeles, as well as a handful of her favorite California road-trip stops up the coast.
Next, Johnson chats with Eric Bauza, Emmy-winning voice actor who specializes in characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Tweety. Bauza gives Johnson a live sampling of some of the iconic voices he can produce and recounts behind-the-scenes stories featuring the likes of LeBron James and Mark Hamill.
Finally, Johnson speaks with Jason Couse and Wes Marskell of the alt-pop band The Darcys. Couse and Marskell give a live performance of two songs, “Trouble Found Me” and “Washed Away.” The pair talk music, list some of their favorite spots in L.A.’s vast food scene, and share what prompted them to relocate to the Golden State.
GUESTS
Janet Zuccarini, owner of Felix
Eric Bauza, Emmy award-winning voice actor
Jason Couse and Wes Marskell of the alt-pop duo The Darcys
RESOURCES
Janet Zuccarini is the restaurateur behind Felix in Abbot Kinney, as well as the CEO and founder of Gusto 54 Restaurant Group.
Eric Bauza is an Emmy-winning voice actor known for voicing Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Tweety, among many others.
Jason Couse and Wes Marskell are the musical duo The Darcys.
ABOUT THE HOST
Soterios Johnson, formerly the local host of National Public Radio’s Morning Edition on radio station WNYC, moved from New York City to Davis in 2016. By combining his journalistic instincts with his personal curiosity, Johnson uses the California Now Podcast platform to develop a deeper understanding of his adopted home.
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