The Talk Show of the 209 - The 209 Journey Podcast
The 209 Journey Podcast features stories of careers and businesses from those born or moved to California's 209 area code.
Recent Episodes
Sept. 25, 2025
S4E9 - Macaroni KID Modesto Publisher, Xochitl Loza!
Publisher Xochitl Loza shares her path from the Bay Area to the 209, from sound engineering and the Macy’s Parade to leading Macaroni KID in Modesto, Mountain House, Tracy, & Manteca!
July 31, 2025
S4E8 - Modesto Children's Museum CEO, Chelsie Webster!
Chelsie Webster, CEO of the Modesto Children's Museum, shares her journey and vision for building a world-class, community-driven space that inspires creativity and learning for families in California's Central Valley.
March 24, 2025
S4E7 - Flight Nutrition Owner, Danny Avila (from Modesto)!
Danny Avila, owner of Flight Nutrition in Modesto, shares his journey of starting a business focused on health and wellness. From menu creation to future plans, he talks about what it takes to build a thriving nutrition business.
March 14, 2025
S4E6 - Black Orchid Founders, Tyanne & Henry Penado and Joffre Roberts (from Manteca/Modesto)!
Join us for a special on-location episode with Tyanne & Henry Penado and Joffre Roberts, founders of Black Orchid Brewery in Modesto, CA, as they share their journey from the Bay Area/LA to Manteca/Modesto, to building a brewery in the 209. We talk about
Feb. 12, 2025
S4E5 - Bookish Modesto Co-Owner, Will DeBoard (from Hughson)!
Will DeBoard, co-owner of Bookish in Modesto, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Hughson to launching a bookstore in Roseburg Square. Host Luis Urbano returns for a conversation filled with stories of soccer, journalism, and community-buildin
Feb. 5, 2025
S4E4 - Defiant Baking Company Owner, Joseph Magnelli (from Lodi)!
Brittney Nunes interviews Joseph Magnelli, founder of Defiant Baking Company, about his journey to Lodi, CA, and his passion for baking. From baking bread to pizzas, Joseph shares the story about his business and vision for the future.
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