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Take a dip at this restored hotel built around 50+ geothermal hot springs
California Live correspondent Angela Sun visits Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego, to learn more about their newly restored property and wellness program.
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Meet the artist creating mind-blowing floral arrangements by upcycling old household items
California Live correspondent Angela Sun meets artist Nelson ZêPequéno who is pushing boundaries in floral design by upcycling old household items to create beautiful arrangements and art pieces. Nelson, founder of ‘Black Men With Gardens,’ also talks about creating an uplifting space for Black men in the plant world through his workshops and more.
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Discover Kintsugi, an ancient Japanese art form bringing precious broken ceramics back to life
Have you ever broken a cherished dish or bowl? California Live correspondent Angela Sun finds the beauty in the broken through Kintsugi, an age-old Japanese art form turning someone’s trash into true treasures. Kintsugi artist Kat McDowell shares her fascinating techniques.
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Meet “Textured Waves,” the surf collective making the sport accessible to all women
California Live correspondent Angela Sun meets the founders of “Textured Waves,” a San Diego-based non profit focused on elevating African American female surfers.
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Spring-clean your finances with money tips from “Your Rich BFF”
California Live correspondent Angela Sun sits down with TikTok sensation Vivian Tu, known to fans as “Your Rich BFF,” to learn how to make the most of your money. Author of “Rich AF,” Vivian shares easy tips to make financial literacy fun.
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Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece talk marriage, wellness & new superfood line
California Live correspondent Angela Sun steps inside the home of legendary big wave surfer Laird Hamilton and his wife, professional volleyball player Gabby Reece, to catch up with the all-star couple. The fitness fanatics talk secrets to a successful marriage, his new superfood line & more.
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Meet the students behind UCLA's lion dance troupe
California Live correspondent Angela Sun is in Westwood to meet members of UCLA’s renowned ‘ACA Lion Dance,’ ahead of the Lunar New Year. Learn about the origins of the traditional lion dance and why it’s important during the upcoming holiday celebrations.
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You can visit this immersive exotic animal sanctuary about an hour north of LA
California Live correspondent Angela Sun visits ‘Animal Tracks,’ an immersive animal sanctuary in Agua Dulce. The center, on a mission to rescue exotic & injured animals, is open to the public for tours.
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The Hōkūle'a canoe brings back ancient Polynesian voyaging with an impressive trip around the Pacific
California Live correspondent Angela Sun is in San Diego to meet the crew behind the Hōkūle’a voyaging canoe, who are on a mission to keep their ancient culture & practices alive.
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Mother Launches Line of Asian American Dolls
California Live contributor Angela Sun introduces us to Elenor Mak, the founder and CEO of Jilly Bing which is the first toy company to create dolls and characters that resemble Asian American children. She was inspired to start the line after seeing so few options while looking for her daughter’s first doll.
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Food Gardens That Empower
California Live’s Angela Sun meets the founder of the nonprofit, Growing Hope Gardens, who use urban gardening to empower others and build a consistent food source as well as a sense of community.
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Getting Crafty With Creative Classes
Ready to go on an artist’s journey? California Live’s Angela Sun takes us inside the Culver City collective hosting artist-led workshops and creative classes of all kinds.
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Mindful Drinking
California Live’s Angela Sun takes us inside The New Bar, a latina-owned spirit-free bottle shop in Venice Beach.
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Previewing LA's Chinatown Firecracker Run
Celebrating 45 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. Its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling, and dog walk events will be held over the weekend of February 18-19, 2023, at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza. California Live’s Angela Sun gets a preview of all the festivities on...
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One Man's Trash is Another Man's Treasure
Aluminium cans, glass, paper, are things we think about when talking about recycling, but how about skateboards? California Live’s Angela Sun shows us how one creative entrepreneur took the simple idea of repurposing broken skateboard decks into beautiful pieces of everyday art.
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Plant-Based Shoes!
It’s the next best thing in sustainable fashion – biodegradable shoes! California Live’s Angela Sun checks out an innovative shoe company in San Diego, that is taking major steps towards producing little or no waste.
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Eco-Friendly Home Tour
Design & sustainability intersect at this LA-area home known as “Casa Zero.” California Live’s Angela Sun gets an exclusive look inside to find out how homes like it reduce waste and emissions.
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Zen Waves
Water fun and fitness this summer! California Live’s Angela Sun is joining YOGAqua and tests her balance and stability on the water. She talks with the owner and founder, Sarah Tiefenthaler, about how love of the outdoors inspired yoga on a paddleboard. Open to all levels, see how you can join YOGAqua.
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The Glowing Power of Plankton
The electric-blue glow often seen as waves crash along the California Coastline can now be yours to keep! California Live’s Angela Sun introduces us to Pyrofarms, a San Diego company that is lighting the way to growing a bioluminescent phytoplankton that produces a magical-blue glow at night. Dean Sauer, CEO and Founder, shares details on the inspiration behind Pyrofarms and...
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Inside Pier Summit Ski Lodge Pop-up on the Beach
California Live’s Angela Sun is hitting the ‘slopes’ in her vintage ski suit at Pier Summit Ski Lodge pop-up bar as part of Kimpton Shorebreak Resort’s holiday festivities! She gets an exclusive look inside the 80s-inspired pop-up in Huntington Beach. From shotskis to snow cone shots, get a peek at the menu! For more info, visit...