20qs

Jody McFadin
02.16.09
1. What is your favorite motto or saying?
- Work like you don't need the money; dance like no one is watching; sing like no one is listening; love like you've never been hurt; and live life every day as if it were your last.
- 2. What do you do to relax?
- Spend time with my daughters, listen to music, read, scour flea markets, go out for a glass of wine with girlfriends, yoga, internet browsing...1stdibs.com is addicting.
- 3. Favorite vacation spot?
- I love exploring cities: London, New York, Paris, San Francisco. The energy and abundance of creativity inspires me.
- 4. Where haven't you been that you're dying to go?
- I would love to go to Madrid, Tokyo, Prague and Sydney.
- 5. What's your next major goal in life?
- To raise two happy, healthy, caring and grounded daughters.
- 6. Who had the biggest influence on your life?
- My parents, they always told me to follow my dreams.
- 7. Favorite drink?
- Kettle One and fresh squeezed grapefruit juice.
- 8. Favorite restaurants in Orange County?
- Cafe R&D, Gabbi's Mexican Kitchen, Mesa, The A Restaurant, Charlie Palmers, Habana, Haute Cakes Caffe, Roman Cucina, 21 Oceanfront, Beachcomber Cafe.
- 9. Last major purchase?
- No recent major purchases ... but I think my handbag, shoe and jean fetish add up.
- 10. Dumbest investment?
- Thankfully no major ones beside some stupid stock picks, but I'm still waiting on a couple investments to pay off ... I'll keep you posted.
- 11. What can't you live without?
- iPhone.
- 12. Biggest accomplishment?
- Moving to San Francisco with basically nothing and starting Ubiquity Recordings.
- 13. What's your biggest fear?
- Heights, needles and public speaking are all up there.
- 14. Who is your favorite artist?
- I will assume this is music artist. There is so much great music I could never have just one. It also depends on my mood and what I want to hear at the time. Right now I'm listening to and loving the new Nino Moschello and Shawn Lee records coming out soon.
- 15. If you had to begin a different career, what would you do?
- Something in interior design or fashion.
- 16. Secret most people don't know about you?
- I'm freakishly strong for my size.
- 17. In high school how would you describe yourself?
- One word, rebellious, sorry Mom and Dad.
- 18. Your biggest extravagance?
- Going out to dinner, I love to try new places.
- 19. What are you an expert at other than your career?
- I'm definitely not an expert at anything...more of the jack of all trades type.
- 20. What was the best day in your life?
- Two days, the births of Ella and Lucy.
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 03.18.26 – Floral Park Home & Garden Tour Returns April 25–26
- 03.18.26 – What to Know About Medicare for You or Someone You Care About
- 03.15.26 – Puesto Introduces “Girl Dinner” Wednesdays
- 03.13.26 – What to Know About Medicare Before 65—Signing Up for Medicare
- 03.11.26 – Pure Barre Orange County Celebrates 17 Years With Free Classes and Community Giveaways
- 03.11.26 – Sky Rock Sedona Makes an Easy Weekend Escape From Orange County
- 03.09.26 – Napa in Newport Expands to Three-Day Wine Weekend for CureDuchenne
- 03.09.26 – Two Upcoming Workshops at the Environmental Nature Center
- 03.08.26 – Palmetto Superfoods and Rylee + Cru Headed to River Street Marketplace
- 03.08.26 – A Big Year Ahead for Costa Mesa’s SoBECA District
- 03.08.26 – Luke’s Lobster Brings the Heat With Chili Crisp Crab Melt
- 03.05.26 – Paul Taylor Dance Company at Musco Center
- 03.04.26 – New Brunch Additions at CasaDami
- 03.01.26 – LA Opera Young Artists in Concert at Musco Center
- 02.27.26 – Brodard Restaurant Plans Long Beach Opening at 2ND & PCH
- 02.25.26 – Cheyenne Jackson Brings Mid Life Torso Tour to Musco Center
- 02.22.26 – Spring SplashFest Brings a Taste of Spring to Great Wolf Lodge in Garden Grove
- 02.20.26 – ABBA Comes to The Lido Theater for a Two-Night Celebration
- 02.19.26 – Los Angeles Is Having a Moment in 2026
- 02.18.26 – Caitlyn Minimalist Opens at The Shops at Mission Viejo
More Daily Doses
- 03.16.26 – Bubblefest Returns to Discovery Cube Orange County for Its 30th Anniversary
- 03.16.26 – La La Land Kind Cafe Opens Its First Orange County Location
- 03.10.26 – A Newport Beach Landmark Turns 100: From The Arches to A Restaurant
- 03.10.26 – Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the Beatles
- 03.08.26 – Top of the V Unveils a Spanish-Inspired Steakhouse Experience
- 03.06.26 – Beyond A Dream Gala Supports Breakthrough T1D Research in Orange County
- 03.05.26 – Orange County Restaurant Week Returns March 8–14
- 02.28.26 – Spring Returns to The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
- 02.26.26 – California Cool Art Auction Returns to Laguna Art Museum
- 02.25.26 – An Elevated Pastry Experience Debuts at Montage Laguna Beach
- 02.24.26 – Tomatomania Returns to Roger’s Gardens for Its 15th Year
- 02.22.26 – A Coastal Stop for Artful Finds at Crystal Cove
- 02.19.26 – World Ballet Company Brings ‘Swan Lake’ to Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 02.17.26 – Festival Ballet Theatre Brings Don Quixote Back to the Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 02.11.26 – Cozy Earth Presidents Day Sale Brings Big Savings and New Toile Pajamas
- 02.11.26 – OCVIBE Unveils Six New Bar and Lounge Concepts Coming to Katella Commons
- 02.05.26 – A Valentine’s Day Dining Guide at South Coast Plaza
- 02.05.26 – Hands-On Science Takes Center Stage in 2026
- 02.01.26 – Ralph Lauren Brings Shopping and Ralph’s Coffee Together in Newport Beach
- 01.31.26 – What’s Next at The CAMP
