Discover East County is your inside look at the businesses, people, and stories that make East County San Diego an incredible place to live, work, and explore. Each episode, we dive deep with local entrepreneurs, community leaders, and hidden gems to showcase the heart and soul of our vibrant region. Whether you're a longtime resident or just discovering East County, this podcast brings you closer to the stories that shape our community.
Discover East County EP. 33 with Cali Stack Burgers & Grill
In Episode 33 of Discover East County, we meet Rimon Hirmiz of Cali Stack Burgers & Grill, a local Lakeside restaurant serving up stacked burgers, fresh ingredients, and a menu full of comfort-food favorites.
From their signature Cali Stack Burger to creative burger combinations, sandwiches, and more, Cali Stack brings plenty of flavor to the East County food scene. But running a local restaurant is about more than what’s on the menu — it’s also about creating a welcoming place where people can come together and enjoy a great meal.
Join us as Rimon shares the story behind Cali Stack Burgers & Grill, his experience as a local business owner, and what makes this Lakeside spot worth discovering.
Tune in to Episode 33 of Discover East County to meet Rimon and learn more about Cali Stack Burgers & Grill.
5 Oct 2026
Discover East County EP. 32 with Kimberly Schafer
In Episode 32 of Discover East County, we sit down with Kimberly Schafer, founder of BringThings, Inc. and the inventor of Ring Thing, a San Diego-based product created to solve a simple but surprisingly common problem: where do you safely put your rings when you need to take them off?
Kimberly came up with the idea while working at UC San Diego and spent eight years developing Ring Thing from an idea into a patented product. Today, the waterproof and floating ring holder gives people a safe place to keep their rings while they work out, hike, swim, travel, or simply go about their day.
Kimberly also shares what it was like to transition from a 33-year career at UC San Diego into becoming an inventor and entrepreneur, and how she has built a company focused not only on innovation, but also on giving back to the community.
Tune in to Episode 32 of Discover East County to hear Kimberly’s story and learn how a simple problem turned into a San Diego-based business and patented invention.
28 Sept 2026
Discover East County Ep 31
In Episode 31 of Discover East County, we sit down with Jaden Nam of Phở Mai Cali in Santee, a restaurant bringing authentic Vietnamese flavors and culture to East County.
Jaden’s journey to becoming a chef is just as meaningful as the food he serves. After moving from Saigon to San Diego in 2013, Jaden worked his way through the culinary industry, building his skills and passion for Vietnamese cuisine along the way. Today, he brings that experience to Phở Mai Cali, where traditional flavors, fresh ingredients, and thoughtful presentation come together.
Hear Jaden’s story, learn about his journey from Vietnam to Santee, and discover what makes Phở Mai Cali unique in the East County food scene.
Tune in to Episode 31 of Discover East County.
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