When a building in downtown Ojai is vandalized overnight, Steph and Cody discuss how to have your opinion heard constructively, regardless of what it is. Nearing 100 episodes, our hosts decide the time is now to finally air their grievances towards how they communicate on air and on Instagram, deciphering how you, our listener, enjoys our conversations - akin to two bickering parents figuring out what’s best for their child. From The Twilight Zone reboot to the Twilight Saga, nothing goes undisc...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Listeners of the show send thought provoking and laugh inducing questions knowing that Steph and Cody will be answering them whilst stoney bologna. Easily sidetracked, our hosts dive into prompts such as mistaking someone for someone else, past lives, acoustic chocolate milk, desert island essentials, Meryl Streep’s surprising superpower and so much more. Take a hit if you’re home, take it easy if you’re driving and take these mics away from Steph and Cody before they go too far....
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Learning that it’s all fun and games until it’s not, Cody works through the realization that perhaps his flippant relationship with sex is no longer serving his well being. Stephanie reminisces on the gorgeous wedding of former Topa Talk host Melissa Lamb and details the trials and tribulations of getting home to Ojai. Sex and Relationship Coach Katie Grimes of the Anything For Love podcast joins us for an incredible conversation on self worth and how many of us tend to seek it....
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 3Ep. 25
It’s Halloweentime in the Topa Talk Studio as our hosts recount unnerving and ghastly tales of being snubbed by a local business and sent aggressive messages on Instagram. From alien abductions to close encounters with sea creatures whilst surfing, keep the lights on while listening to this ookie spooky episode where you will be confronted with the horror of topics such as gay football players, lesbian vampires and straight men on Shelf Road.
Oct 05, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Under new ownership, can a local business with a tarnished reputation be given a second chance by the community? Steph returns after a weekend of backpacking with new insight on her psyche, Cody draws the line when it comes to hickies and the pair ponders the mysterious mind of the straight man, recreation at Lake Casitas, songs that pull one to the dance floor of a wedding reception and the love life of Jesus Christ. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and Cher with your friends!
Sep 24, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Grappling with the notion that people must be held accountable by their beliefs, Steph and Cody wonder if we have reached a double standard when it comes to what is promoted by local businesses. Other debates ensue as topics are bounced around including actors in fat suits, Ojai Arcade decorations, an alleged curse placed on The Ojai Valley, phone calls with listeners and more unsolicited Blink 182 chat that will leave you asking, What‘s My Age Again?
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 49 min•Season 3Ep. 22
As more details surface regarding Ojai’s boutique war, Stephanie and Cody begin to understand where local resentment may be stemming from. Inspiration is apparent as Cody curates the perfect playlist for sex while Stephanie details her new chore chart for her house. As Cody struggles to get to the point of what he’s trying to talk about, Stephanie swoops in to highlight heavier topics regarding Texas and Elections throughout this very special episode filled with hot takes and post-nut clarity!...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Season 3Ep. 21
The Train of Thought is leaving the station in the latest episode covering pressing matters as even more local businesses close their doors, high-end boutiques offer questionable service and one of us begins the legal process of changing their name. Stick around for ghoulish discussions about post-mortem planning, a phone call with our dear number one fan and a shocking repercussion of too much rowing on this wild episode!
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Supporting small businesses has never felt more important as one Ojai staple closes it’s doors and another faces harassment. Steph and Cody dive deep into the world of theater kids, the art of sneaking out, failed expectations placed upon us and even get haunted by a ghostly presence in Palm Springs.
Aug 20, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Determined to familiarize themselves better with astrology, Steph and Cody drop hints and clues to make the other guess which zodiac sign they’re talking about! (Sorry to Villanova, Chap, Jane Austen, and the last sign of the video - WE RAN OUTTA TIME????
Aug 18, 2021•15 min•Season 3Ep. 18
So no one told you life was gonna be this way? Scandalous, salacious, surprising and sensational - what else would you expect from an episode that includes celebrity run-ins, scrotums, first impressions, and nip slips on the beach? When it hasn’t been your day, your month or even your year, Stephanie and Cody will be there for you in this caffeinated and unadulterated episode that will leave you slack jawed and eager for a more consistent episode schedule (hey, we’re workin on it!)
Aug 06, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Back and more unhinged than ever, play catch up with us as we discuss celebrity pool parties, talking shit properly, camouflage and the true reasoning behind traffic tickets on this very special midsummer episode!
Jul 30, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Happy Pride! Winding down after a long weekend of babysitting, surfing, working and being hot girls, Cody and Stephanie partake in goodies from a local dispensary and half-baked hilarity ensues. Stick around as we have the pleasure of welcoming local Drag Superstar Pam Cakez diving into one of our funniest (and most vulnerable and touching) conservations yet.
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Besties, chosen family, homies, friends for life: it’s hard to put into words who our guests are to us on this very special episode of Topa Talk. We chat with Cody’s best friend Emily Dymond and Stephanie’s best friend Kelsey Cox digging into fond memories, buried secrets, origins of personalities and more!
Jun 06, 2021•1 hr 46 min•Season 3Ep. 14
On the precipice of a civil war in the valley, Steph and Cody (a transplant and a local respectively) discuss the sudden social shift that comes with Ojai attracting new residents. We summon the incredible Business Attorney Natalie Puglisi of The Legal Babe Podcast to discuss how small business can protect themselves and more! Let us adorn you with Turbot recipes, existential dread and broken d*cks in this very special episode!
May 26, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Cody is kept up all night by upsetting television while Stephanie practices her impulse control and we chat with owner of Beadoff, Claire Detuncq!
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Stephanie speaks up in two separate occasions unafraid of the conflict that ensues, meanwhile Cody reflects on being gaslit by friends and provoked by former hookups.
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Stephanie and Cody simultaneously come out of a depression, discuss Easter, explore the virtue of patience and Steph encourages Cody to talk about being a gay man in an honest and vulnerable way.
Apr 04, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Cody breaks his silence on the Meghan and Harry interview, Stephanie enjoys the social curiosities of working at a bar and both sit down with Alexa, owner of Rat Boi!
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 9
From local school board scandals to getting blocked on social media by a mayor, Steph & Cody tackle jaw-dropping issues this week! No one and nothing is safe, not even Scarlett Johansson.
Mar 03, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Join us in celebrating all things, love! Steph and Cody share listener love stories and celebrate love, hookups, and breakups!
Feb 13, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Cody and Stephanie play the NewlyHost game and quiz each other! To watch the video head over to Instagram and find @creigh!
Feb 11, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In this episode Steph and Cody get gross! Come along for a naughty and nasty good time.
Feb 09, 2021•59 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Steph & Cody taste test curiosities from Rocket Fizz Ventura, guessing the freaky flavors of various vile delicacies. This is our first video recorded episode! Hop over to @creigh on Instagram to watch!
Feb 02, 2021•14 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, we interview Sara Trumble, an Empowerment Life Coach! It's a new year and we are all looking for ways to improve ourselves and maximize our lives. Listen along for Sara's best life advice.
Jan 30, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this Quick Cuts, Cody does a tarot card reading for Steph and the listeners! Follow along to see what 2021 will hold for you!
Jan 26, 2021•15 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome to the first episode of Season 3 of the Topa Talk Podcast, y'all! We are excited to be back in the studio goofin' around. Listen up if you're interested in our 2021 predictions!
Jan 08, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 1
We sing we laugh & we are merry.
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Can you guess what holiday movies are made up or real? Listen to Cody trick Stephanie in this fun holiday episode!
Dec 21, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 30
They say hindsight is 2020
Dec 08, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 29
