Turn Left at the Cactus

Calyn Whedbee
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Listen in as we chat with residents of the San Felipe, Baja, Mexico area about why they came here, why they stay (or, return as snowbirds), and things which they feel should be better known about our area. Their recommendations range from interesting places, people, or objects to stories, experiences, or ideas. In the process, we also get to know a little bit more about local businesses, organizations, noteworthy events, and some useful and useless information. Please subscribe and follow us on Face Book. Email us: cactusleft@gmail.com. Apoyo con cerveza: https://ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus

  1. 6D AGO

    S4 EP98: Tacos, carritos de golf y Rotary: Descubriendo la vida en San Felipe con Lisa y Lou Dezarn

    Notas del Episodio: Lou y Lisa Dezarn, exresidentes de Las Vegas, hallaron en San Felipe su hogar ideal. En este resumen de la entrevista,destacan la calidez comunitaria, su labor en el Club Rotario y el impacto local de las donaciones. Valoran la vida tranquila, la gastronomía regional y su rechazo al urbanismo. ACERCA DEL PODCAST TURN LEFT AT THE CACTUSSAN FELIPE, BAJA, MÉXICO Turn Left at the Cactus (Gira a la Izquierda en el Cactus) es un podcast producido localmente en San Felipe, Baja, México. Calyn Whedbee es la creadora del podcast y la responsable de la producción, postproducción y conducción del programa. Cal está acompañada por la coanfitriona Linda Wiggins (también conocida como Wigs), quien colabora en la investigación y el desarrollo del segmento mensual Cactus Connections. Además, Tricia Sikes participa como coanfitriona del programa. Lanzamos nuestro primer episodio en el verano de 2022 y, sinceramente, considerando el grupo demográfico con el que trabajamos, no teníamos idea de si el proyecto despegaría. Para nuestra sorpresa y diversión, nuestra audiencia ha ido creciendo —“poco a poco”. Hasta la fecha contamos con más de dos mil oyentes alrededor del mundo, principalmente en Estados Unidos, Canadá y México. Consideramos que esto es un gran logro, especialmente si tomamos en cuenta que buena parte de nuestro público objetivo apenas está descubriendo lo que son los podcasts, y mucho menos incorporándolos a su vida diaria. El enfoque principal de TLATC es descubrir qué es lo que resulta tan atractivo de esta zona para los extranjeros que viven y trabajan aquí —ya sea de tiempo completo o parcial—; por qué deciden mudarse; y qué consideran que merece mayor atención. Esperamos capturar y preservar las numerosas historias que la comunidad de expatriados/imigrantes tiene sobre la historia y evolución del área, así como nuestro impacto en ella. Sin embargo, no siempre seguimos un guion rígido, por lo que nuestras conversaciones a menudo nos llevan por territorios inexplorados.

    17 min

  2. 6D AGO

    S4 EP97: Tacos, Golf Carts & Rotary: Unpacking Life in San Felipe-An Interview w/Lisa and Lou Dezarn

    Show Notes Dive into Lou and Lisa Dezarn's captivating journey from Sin City to the serene sands of San Felipe. Discover their accidentally perfect find, love for charity and golf, and how they navigate life away from grand kids and familiar grocery stores. This episodeis a peek into immigrant life, complete with humor, beach tales, and Rotary Club insights. Key Points • Finding home in San Felipe's charm • A chance counselor's office meet-up becomes a 20-year marriage • Grocery runs and community are different in Mexico • Importance of local customs and community involvement • Adjusting to small town life over Vegas' hustle • Life's perfect surprises from unexpected places ABOUT TURN LEFT AT THE CACTUS PODCAST SAN FELIPE, BAJA, MEXICO Turn Left at the Cactus is a locally operated podcast in San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. Calyn Whedbee is the creator of the podcast and is responsible for production, post-production, and hosting the show. Cal is joined by co-host Linda Wiggins (AKA Wigs) who also assists with research and development of the monthly segment Cactus Connections. Additionally, Tricia Sikes assists with co-hosting the show. We dropped our first podcast in the summer of 2022. And, honestly, given the demographic we are working with, we had absolutely no idea whether any of it would fly. To our amusement and surprise, however, our listening base is growing --“poco a poco.” To date we have over two thousand listeners from around the world--mostly from the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We feel this is a major accomplishment considering much of our target audience hasn’t yet discovered podcasts, much less decided to incorporate them into their daily lives. The primary focus of TLATC is to ascertain what it is that foreign nationals living and working here--full or part time-- find so attractive about the area; why they move here; and what they think is deserving of more attention. We hope to capture and store the many stories the expatriate community has about the history and evolution of the area and our impact on it. However, we don't necessarily stick to a script, so our conversations often lead us to some unchartered territory. " Please Like, Subscribe, and Comment where ever you pick up your favorite podcasts. Contact us: Facebook or cactusleft@gmail.com and...if you really love us...leave us a propina at ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus. Thanks for listening.... Don't forget to Turn Left at the Cactus for No Bad Days!

    1h 8m

  3. JAN 30

    S4 EP96: Cactus Connection for February 2026

    Show Notes:Tune into 'Turn Left at the Cactus' for the latest social swirl in San Felipe! Discover hidden gems, from quirky events to noble causes. Embrace Baja life with community shout outs, art fairs, and snip clinics. Now that you've heard about it, be part of it! Key Points: • Feb 1: Valentine's Arts & Crafts• Valentine's dinners & snip clinics• Carnival & Soul Fire tunes• Wellness to Chili Cookoffs in March• Nighttime walk/run thru Valley of the Giants & Wing Shack pizza!

    12 min

  4. JAN 23

    S4 EP94: Garden of Eat'n-Savory Secret of Baja

    Dive into the verdant world of Dina and Paul's unique Baja pitstop that brings together foodies and nature lovers alike. Nestled between the Sea of Cortez and highway 5, this oasis flourishes with mouthwatering meals, martini charm, and the heartfelt story of a life rebuilt in the serenity of San Felipe. Join us as we explore the roots, recipes, and rocky perimeter that define the Garden of Eat'n. Key Points • Dina and Paul's story from Canada and California to Baja • A secret garden with martinis & out of the ordinary food • Crafting American-Canadian flavors • Creating an oasis out of a desert • Life & growth in the Baja for locals, immigrants and snowbirds

    1h 25m

  5. JAN 23

    S4 EP95: Garden of Eat'n: Oasis Culinaria en la Carretera 5

    Este es un resumen en español de nuestra entrevista con Dina Lucero y Paul Cuthbert en Gira a la Izquierda en el Cactus. En el episodio hablamos de Garden of Eat’n y el Garden Bar, un oasis en el km 178 de la Carretera 5, en San Felipe. Dina y Paul comparten cómo un terreno baldío se convirtió en un espacio único con buena comida estilo norteamericano, jardines que sorprenden, martinis bien hechos y hasta cornhole para redondear el plan.

    17 min

  6. 12/31/2025

    S4EP93 Cactus Connections — January 2026

    🌵 Cactus Connections — January 2026 Turn Left at the Cactus January in San Felipe is packed—and we’ve got you covered. In this month’s Cactus Connections, Cal and Wigs round up what’s happening around town, including: • El Dorado Ranch activities: pickleball, volleyball, golf, movies & more• New Year’s Eve celebrations all over San Felipe• Baja Jeep Weekend (Jan 29–Feb 1)• Art shows, line dancing, and community events• Spay & neuter clinic (Jan 17)• Important new Mexican cell phone registration rules• Fun Mexican New Year traditions to kick off 2026 right It’s your quick, friendly guide to what’s coming up—so you don’t miss the good stuff. If you have announcements you think we should mention and talk about, contact us through FB messages or email: cactusleft@gmail.com. Please let us know by the 20th of the month prior to the month you want it announced. 🎧 Listen now👍 Like & subscribe☕ Support the show (propinas welcome): ko-fi.com/turnleftathecactus Until next time—turn left at the cactus for no bad days. 🌵

    25 min

  7. 12/05/2025

    S4 EP 92: Cactus Connection: El Pulso de San Felipe: Diciembre Comunitario

    S4 EP 92: Cactus Connection: El Pulso de San Felipe: Diciembre Comunitario --un resumen en espanol de la programa original Este extracto del podcast "Turn left at the Cactus" funciona como un boletín comunitario para el área de San Felipe, Baja California, ofreciendo un resumen detallado de loseventos y anuncios de diciembre. Este episodio hace un resumen de la programa iniciada por las anfitriones de Turn Left at the Cactus, Cal y Wigs.  Ellas inician el programa compartiendo la novedad de su nuevo estudio de grabación, lo que facilita la producción del programa. El enfoque principal del episodio son las actividades sociales y los negocios locales, destacando la San Felipe Brewing Company como uncentro neurálgico para torneos de cribbage y nuevas opciones gastronómicas. Además, se informa sobre el mercado de trueque sabatino en El Dorado Ranch, mencionando a vendedores populares de alimentos frescos y artesanías.Las próximas festividades incluyen una importante colecta de alimentos organizada por Jean Jean y un desfile navideño musical programado para el 16 de diciembre. Finalmente, el programa proporciona actualizaciones sobre lareapertura de restaurantes renovados y la disponibilidad de los calendarios de Los Amigos, animando a la audiencia a apoyar a las organizaciones benéficas locales.

    17 min

  8. 12/03/2025

    S4 EP 91: Cactus Connection-Dec. Review/Studio Update

    Join Cal and Wigs to discover the new studio buzz, the rib-tickling cribbage nights, quirky swap meets, and irresistible Rotary Sees candies. Get the lowdown on new and not so new eateries, a parade that promises a dose of holiday spirit, and just a lot of other local stuff. Key Points • From studio news to food drive • Brew Co. hosts cribbage • Swap meet insights from sausages to donuts • Thrill-seekers unite for ultralight flights • Lighting up December with a musical parade And, tons of eateries

    49 min
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Listen in as we chat with residents of the San Felipe, Baja, Mexico area about why they came here, why they stay (or, return as snowbirds), and things which they feel should be better known about our area. Their recommendations range from interesting places, people, or objects to stories, experiences, or ideas. In the process, we also get to know a little bit more about local businesses, organizations, noteworthy events, and some useful and useless information. Please subscribe and follow us on Face Book. Email us: cactusleft@gmail.com. Apoyo con cerveza: https://ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus

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  • Creator
    Calyn Whedbee
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Calyn Whedbee
  • Show Website
    Turn Left at the Cactus