Season 1 - Episodes
Season One of Carmel Life With Lauren goes beyond Carmel’s picturesque beauty to introduce fascinating people, personalities, and passions that make this community extraordinary.
Experience Monterey Car Week! We split the show into three parts: Starting with Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance as world-class vintage automobiles line the coast, followed by the Carmel Concours for a Cause. In our second segment, we head to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for an interview with CEO/GM, Mel Harder
• Explore Carmel-by-the-Sea at Concours for a Cause showcase
• Meet passion-driven car collectors, and local enthusiasts
• Go behind the scenes at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for a deep dive into historic racing with Mel Harder
• Experience the high-energy crowds, rare automobiles, and coastal views that make Monterey Car Week world-famous
We’re gearing up for Car Week and shopping at Chris Carmel, Carmel by the Sea's premier designer consignment boutique. Join the fun shopping experience with Chris Rosenbaum, the store owner, and Donna Hansen Sharp as they shop for fabulous Car Week looks, share fit tips, and model stunning ensembles. In our second segment, we visit with Marsha Stephens-Taylor, Founder & President of the Central Coast Poker Rally to hear her background and the rally, which brings high-octane passion, community, and scenic coastal drives.
• Get a glimpse of the activity on Dolores Street
• Go behind the scenes of a fun, high styling session
• Meet Marsha Stephens Taylor of Central Coast Poker Rally
Let's dive into music history with rock ’n’ roll photographer, Tom Gundelfinger O’Neal! We visit with Tom for an intimate talk about his legendary career capturing music royalty, from CSNY, to Hendrix and Steppenwolf, to Monterey Pop. Hear backstories of his famous album covers, including how a dog miraculously enhanced the cover for “Déjà Vu”, and when Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire. Learn Tom's Carmel story!
• Meet legendary rock ’n’ roll photographer, Tom Gundelfinger O’Neal
• Go behind the scenes of rock history and iconic 1960s & 70s album covers
• Explore Tom’s journey from the heart of the music scene to living life in Carmel
We’re stepping on stage at Carmel’s historic outdoor Forest Theater for an exclusive look at local theater rehearsals in action. We sit down with Palmer Davis, director, performer, and former Radio City Rockette, to chat about her journey bringing Carmel theater to life under the trees, on stage.
:• Explore the rich history and unique charm of Forest Theater
• Take a seat with Lauren in the grandstand for an inside look at the venue
• Watch dance rehearsals local child actors
• Former Radio City Rocket, Palmer Davis, shares her story
Celebrate why Carmel-by-the-Sea is widely known as the most dog-friendly town in America! Join Lauren and Katie of Carmel as they take a nature walk through Mission Trail with local, David Hurwitz and his dog, Scout, to chat about what makes Carmel a canine paradise. In Part 2, Lauren sits down with Liz Stavrinides, pet photographer and author to explore her passion for capturing dog portraits.
• Discover why Carmel-by-the-Sea is renowned as the most dog-friendly town in America
• Stroll through Mission Trail Nature Preserve on a scenic nature walk with David Hurwitz, his dog Scout
• Meet Liz Stavrinides, pet photographer and author
Lauren visits Westbrook Modern Gallery with owner and curator, Brian Westbrook, who shares the gallery's distinctive vision and the role contemporary art plays in Carmel's vibrant cultural landscape. In the second segment, Lauren sits down with figurative painter and sculptor, René Romero Schuler for an intimate conversation about her creative journey, artistic inspiration, and stories behind her powerful works.
• Tour Westbrook Modern Gallery
• Explore Carmel's thriving contemporary art scene
• Meet internationally acclaimed artist, René Romero Schuler
• Watch an in-depth conversation about creativity, inspiration, and the power of art
Lauren tours a stunning $6 million Carmel home with local interior designer, Mark Lupo, who shares an inside look at the property's design features and coastal charm. In the second segment, we join Lauren in her cottage with her co-host, Katie of Carmel, to discuss the show, and what led her to select Carmel-by-Sea as her home.
• Tour a $6 million luxury home in Carmel, California
• Meet local interior designer, Mark Lupo
• Join Lauren and Katie of Carmel about life in Carmel
• Discover what makes Carmel-by-the-Sea so singularly unique
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