A Circle in a Square is a podcast about following your dreams and noticing how we're all connected. I live in the heart of a big small town called Orange. Its historic downtown is known as Old Towne and at the juicy center of this one square mile, you'll find a circle, right there within a square. Once upon a time, it was a mere square where people gathered known as the Plaza, but then a traffic circle was built and the debate between whether it's The Circle or it's The Plaza was born. I write about this place because it's been reborn over the last 10 years and there's a lot to say about the sense of community one square mile can bring about. But something about living in a big, small town and being connected with my community inspires me. Getting to know my neighbors, our small business owners and the people that make places so special sparks a curiosity in me to know more, to be more aware and to just talk to other people. This people connection is what drives me and if people and their stories drive you, then settle in with me as I dive into these stories that make places that curate moments that inspire.
BOO! If you haven’t heard of Haunted Orange County, you’re missing out on the spook! Ernie Alonzo and Charles Spratley have been doing haunted ghost tours of Orange County cities for over 10 years! T…
Arianna Barrios is the owner of Communications Lab, wife and mother of two, an outstanding community member, AND is running for Orange City Council in 2020. If you ever need inspiration on how to liv…
Michelle Sullivan is the advocate behind Littlest Warrior, a platform inspired by her son, Eli. Before Michelle gave birth to her son Eli, she didn’t know much about the amazing Down Syndrome communi…
Are you ready for Washington State transplant, iPhone photographer, and all around public relations mogel Jennifer Morris? Jennifer is the founder of Ajenda Public Relations (Get it? aJENda? You get …
Emily Celis joined Kelly on the podcast this week to enlighten us with her advice, her story, and her passions. Emily is a mental health advocate, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and the ex…
Pumpkin spice and pine trees are in the air on this episode of A Circle in a Square! Jack Carlisle is BACK on A Circle in a Square - and is making history as my first ever repeat podcast guest! Jack …
Dean Kim might as well be a comedian! On this episode I couldn’t stop laughing as I welcomed Dean Kim from OC Baking Company to the podcast! Dean found his love for baking when he made his first bagu…
Madelyn Walker competed in pageants twice before deciding to compete for the title of Miss City of Orange. Before the age of 18, she had no prior introduction to pageant experience and competed for M…
Our conversation was going so well, I had to split this episode into two parts! If you haven’t heard the first part, jump back and listen to Part 1 of my conversation with Staci Berrey, our delightfu…
Staci Berrey is our delightful doula, or birth companion! Having a baby for the first time is scary and exciting and you might never know what to expect! Staci Berrey breaks down birth: from the ment…
Amy and Eric Sargeant joined Kelly for this week’s episode of A Circle in a Square on the day they celebrated their 8th wedding anniversary. They are the owners of a new creative studio in Orange cal…
Dana Rice is the owner of The Dizzy Daisy here in Orange, California. The Dizzy Daisy is a family-owned flower shop that specializes in creating floral arrangements and providing for the community. F…
We have business woman talk for you this week! Liza’s background is in law. She started her career as a court advocate because she’s a huge advocate for justice and making sure women know their right…
Sabrina Contreras and Erika Kotite are cultivating a lifestyle: the lifestyle of She Shed Living! When they met for the first time, they knew they would be business partners. “I feel like we filled i…
Mark Gonzales literally never takes off his FitBit! He started his budding, successful bootcamp to motivate and inspire individuals to take care of themselves. In the beginning, he ventured into Oran…
You do not want to miss this episode because Lisa Gilmore is the queen of grilled cheese! After proving her culinary skills by winning “The Big Cheese” competition in Orange County, she expanded her …
This week, Kelly talks to a good friend and name-twin, Kelly Elder. Kelly Elder is a hard-working entrepreneur, mom, and wife. Kelly is a certified professional home stager, redesginer, and e-designe…
This week, our favorite toy expert and owner of Tiddlywinks Toys and Games, Jeanie, stops by the studio to chat with Kelly. Jeanie prides herself on being a mother of two FIRST and a business owner s…
Shannon is a kick-ass woman. She met her husband when she was 18 and together, they balance each other out. They promised each other they didn’t want to move around too much and found the perfect hom…
This week’s guest is Nancy Luna. Nancy is an award-winning journalist with more than 25 years of reporting experience. Starting on MySpace (remember MySpace?), Nancy launched her career without knowi…