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GLCO SpectacleSpectacle Pod: FW25 LaunchS3 EP9: In honor of GLCO’s 15th anniversary and the launch of our FW25 collection, Garrett takes the other side of the mic with guest host Ron Moon for a candid conversation about the brand’s journey. They revisit the early days on Abbot Kinney, the moments that shaped GLCO’s rise, and the challenges of building something lasting in a constantly changing industry.
2025-09-1856 minGLCO SpectacleCaroline D’Amore x Garrett LeightS3 EP8: In this candid episode, Garrett sits down with Pizza Girl founder Caroline D’Amore for a no-filter conversation on sobriety, rebuilding after divorce, and growing a national food brand from just $5K. From DJ booths to reality TV to running her own sauce empire, Caroline shares the wild ride of carving her own path in business and life.
2025-08-191h 02GLCO SpectacleCarlos Quirarte x Garrett LeightS3 EP7: Carlos Quirarte—co-founder of Ray’s, The Smile, and some of NYC’s most iconic downtown spots—sits down with Garrett for an unfiltered conversation. They talk parties, burnout, breakfast culture, and what it takes to build spaces that matter.
2025-08-051h 08GLCO SpectacleClaire Goldsmith x Garrett LeightS3 EP6: Garrett sits down with Claire Goldsmith, great-granddaughter of Oliver Goldsmith, for a conversation about family legacy, British pubs at trade shows, the art of storytelling, and the beautiful chaos of building a brand in today’s digital world.
2025-07-0855 minGLCO SpectacleRay Mate x Garrett LeightS3 EP5: In this episode, Garrett sits down with Ray Mate—creative director, storyteller, and co-founder of HypeGolf. They get into how golf style has evolved, where tradition meets self-expression, and what it means to build more inclusive spaces in the game. It’s a conversation about culture, community, and why golf keeps pulling them both back in.
2025-06-2457 minGLCO SpectacleCraig Shoemaker x Garrett LeightS3 EP4: In this episode, Garrett sits down with comedian Craig Shoemaker. Talking about what makes people laugh, what helps them heal, and how those two things are often connected.
2025-06-1057 minGLCO SpectacleArianna Margulis x Garrett LeightS3 EP3: Garrett chats with cartoonist and creator Arianna Margulis about the inspiration behind her work and how she turned her account into a cultural staple.
2025-05-2757 minGLCO SpectacleMikael Kennedy x Garrett LeightS3 EP2: With the GLCO x King Kennedy collaboration now live, Garrett sits down with Mikael to talk about how it all began. From his early days in the rug business to building King Kennedy into a cult-favorite design studio, they discuss creative growth, community, and balancing business with fatherhood.
2025-05-1356 minGLCO SpectacleBrendan Fallis x Garrett LeightS3 EP1: In this episode, Garrett sits down with Brendan Fallis—DJ, content creator, entrepreneur, and founder of Fallis Studios. They dive into the art of building a personal brand and business, navigating life in the public eye on social media, creating authentic content, sharing their favorite New York eats, and more.
2025-04-2459 min
Locked On UCF - Daily Podcast on the UCF Knights Football & BasketballWhy UCF Knights Fans Are Frustrated with Mohajir I UCF PodcastUCF Knights athletics faces a storm of controversy with "Ticket Gate" and the performance of Athletic Director Terry Mohajir under scrutiny. Are the UCF Knights basketball team and their coach Johnny Dawkins on the brink of a turnaround, or is the program in freefall?
Explore the critical analysis of UCF's recent challenges, including the contentious ticket resale emails and the fan sentiment towards Mohajir's leadership. Host Mike Jean and guest Andrew Glco, a UCF reporter for Last Word on Sports, dissect the Knights' struggles across sports, highlighting key figures like Gus Malzahn and Johnny Dawkins. The discussion covers the Knights...
2025-02-2230 minGLCO SpectacleCam Avery x Garrett LeightS2 EP6: In this episode, Garrett sits down with Tame Impala bassist, Cam Avery, to explore his unique path from competitive golf to psychedelic rock. They dive deep into the Perth music scene, artistic evolution, and finding creative flow - whether on stage or on the course. An honest conversation about transformation, creative passion, and the constant pursuit of authenticity.
2024-12-1059 minGLCO SpectacleChauncey Leopardi x Garrett LeightS2 EP5: Garrett sits down with Chauncey Leopardi, the face behind the iconic Squints from The Sandlot. They dive into everything from the legacy of the film to life beyond Hollywood, personal style, and much more.
2024-10-221h 05GLCO SpectacleMathieu Schreyer x Garrett LeightS2 EP4: Join Garrett for an unfiltered conversation with musical legend and longtime pal Mathieu Schreyer. With stories as eclectic as his taste in music, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
2024-10-011h 13GLCO SpectacleRaif Adelberg x Garrett LeightS2 EP3: For this episode, Garrett kicks back with longtime friend and legend Raif Adelberg. Known for shaking up the fashion and art world with his fearless approach, Raif talks about his journey, breaking boundaries, and staying ahead in an ever-evolving industry.
2024-09-041h 04GLCO SpectacleKerin Rose x Garrett LeightS2 EP2: On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, we sit down with friend of GLCO and visionary Kerin Rose, known for her daring and innovative eyewear designs. Join Garrett and Kerin as they explore her personal journey, fashion, creativity, business and more.
2024-08-211h 16GLCO SpectacleCole Young x Garrett LeightS2 EP1: Welcome back to The Spectacle Podcast. We're kicking off Season 2 with Cole Young—a long-time friend of GLCO and the founder and lead designer of Metalwood Studio. With no topic off limits, Garrett and Cole discuss various aspects of life, including personal style, golf, business, and much more.
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2024-08-0936 minGLCO SpectacleJosh Peskowitz x Garrett LeightIn this episode Garrett sits down with Josh Peskowitz–a long-time friend of GLCO and one of the most recognizable names in fashion's inner circles–to talk about the launch of California Editions 02: GLCO x Josh Peskowitz, brand notoriety and the jungle that is the fashion industry.
2023-11-021h 05GLCO SpectacleKatie Vada x Garrett LeightIn this episode Garrett sits down with Katie Vada–founder and designer at Vada World–to talk about her journey from fine jewelry to eyewear, the dating world and their shared love of Taco Bell.
2023-10-091h 11GLCO SpectacleJustin Eldridge x Garrett LeightWe are back! We took a little pause for the summer, but we are back in action with a great guest. In this episode Garrett sits down with Justin Eldridge–pro skateboarder and founder of The Number Thirty Three–to talk about their elite status at recess, golf, skateboarding and the power of manifestation.
2023-09-111h 10GLCO SpectacleJames Wisniewski x Garrett LeightOn this episode of Spectacle Pod, Garrett sits down with Pro Hockey defenseman and his golf bud, James Wisniewski, on the Hall of Famer who inspired him to get into hockey, bringing back the gold at the Olympics, and his favorite and least favorite cities to play in. You don’t have to be into hockey to enjoy this conversation – it’s an interesting insider’s view of what it’s like to be an athlete at the highest level. They also make a prediction for the Stanley Cup and are wrong by a mile. We all need to be humbled...
2023-07-1352 minGLCO SpectacleJon Buscemi x Garrett LeightThis is Garrett’s favorite episode (though he’s said that a few times already). In this episode, he sits down with Jon Buscemi – key figure in ‘90s streetwear culture (think: Supreme and its surrounding universe), creator of Gourmet Footwear (listen for a can’t miss story Jon shares about his lawsuit with Nike), and, amongst many other roles and attributes, G’s friend of over 17 years. Needless to say, there’s some good tea in this episode.
2023-06-211h 13GLCO SpectacleLarry x Garrett on Mr. Leight
What do you do once you’ve built an empire? On this episode of Spectacle Pod, Larry and Garrett Leight sit down to reflect on life post-Oliver Peoples, the origin of Mr. Leight, and where Larry finds inspiration now.
2023-06-0541 minGLCO SpectacleMassimo Alba x Garrett LeightIn this special episode of Spectacle Pod, Garrett sits down with Italian designer Massimo Alba. They have a deep conversation about what inspires them, how they define intimacy, and touch on their recent collaboration of eyewear.
2023-05-2542 minGLCO SpectacleCorey Shapiro x Garrett LeightCorey Shapiro is an icon in the optical world, “bringing the street to eyewear,” as he says. Together with Garrett, they chat about their personas on social media vs the real them, how Corey got banned from one of the largest optical conventions, and the empowering effect eyewear has.
2023-05-161h 40GLCO SpectacleMarina Leight x Garrett LeightThis is the most PDA Garrett will ever get (those are his words). In this episode, he sits down with his wife, Marina, for a chat on her upbringing in a family of Crabbers, the dynamics of their relationship, and the inspiration behind Marina’s latest collection for Marina Leight Atelier.
2023-05-0854 minGLCO SpectacleRon Moon x Garrett LeightIn this episode, Garrett sits down with his day 1, Ron Moon, reminiscing on their Venice days, Ron’s Balls (you gotta listen to get it), and which zodiac sign is the best.
2023-04-241h 13GLCO SpectacleMark Gainor x Garrett LeightGarrett's long-time collaborator and GLCO Creative Director, Mark Gainor sits down to chat with G on their decade long personal and professional relationship. They share memories about the first time they met at a friend's backyard party over a decade ago (bad fashion choices were involved), why Mark agreed to join GLCO, and why they no longer bicker.
2023-04-1750 minGLCO SpectacleLarry Leight x Garrett LeightIn this episode, Garrett sits down with his father, Larry Leight, co-creator and founder of Oliver Peoples. They talk about his upbringing in LA (pre-freeways), his life changing trip to Hawaii as a teenager, and the events that led up to the founding of Oliver Peoples.
2023-04-011h 21GLCO SpectacleCindy Leight x Garrett LeightIn this episode, Garrett sits with his mom, Cindy Leight, co-creator and founder of Oliver Peoples. They talk about her childhood, her life and career leading up to the founding of OP, inspiration for the iconic frames they created, and her love of eyewear and people.
2023-03-311h 25GLCO SpectacleWelcome to the Spectacle PodcastWelcome to the Spectacle Podcast with Garrett Leight. In this episode, Garrett shares why he's starting a podcast, his relationship with social media, and a bit about his optical brand Garrett Leight California Optical.
2023-03-3117 min
EyetrepreneurGarrett Leight: A Family Optical StoryAre you interested in learning how an independent frame company is built? You have heard of the frame company Oliver Peoples. This family optical story is told by Garrett Leight. He gives us an optical market perspective from the past and current. Building an indie eyewear brand doesn't just take money, it takes grit. Garrett tells us how his family created one of the most famous eyewear brands. He then goes on to tell the story of how he created an iconic California eyewear brand at the age of 25. In This Episode: [3:01] At w...
2020-02-0755 min
A Tribe Called DadINTERVIEW: Ila and Louie's Dad aka Garrett Leight, Founder of GLCO BrandGarrett Leight is a successful entrepreneur and creator of GLCO Eyewear brand born out of Venice, CA. Following in his father's footsteps (Larry Leight of Oliver Peoples), Garrett has built his own empire with GLCO and chats with the tribe about balancing fatherhood and his growing company. Beyond the business talk, Garrett gives the tribe his "Top 3" pieces of advice for fellow dads out there which includes finding a true hobby - something outside of work and family that requires a challenge and some dedicated focus. The guys also chat about when the right time to get a kid a...
2019-05-2138 min
Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 29 ~ Musings on music, the four hour work week, world travel and rocking to very small fans with Victor JohnsonIn 2003 Victor started focusing on kids music that didn’t drive parents crazy. He soon became a leading kids artist in the U.S. with a growing international reputation for making great kids music.
His music has appeared on national television, NPR, Nick Jr and Parenting magazines as well as commercials in the U.S. and Europe. He’s received several awards including 3 Parents’ Choice Silver Awards. Victor appears on several music compilations including 4 Putumayo Kids’ releases alongside artists Leon Redbone, Dan Zanes, Elizabeth Mitchell, Eric Bibb, Seamus Eagan, Keola Beamer, Riders in the Sky and Jake...
2015-06-151h 09Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 28 ~ The World On The Water with Kiley & Lynette from WOW BoardsKiley worked construction heading into the recession of 2008. Naturally work didn't last long. Lynette created a property management company and luckily was good at it. She asked her husband if he could do anything, what would he do. He replied, 'Shape boards'.
So they started World On Water boards that builds custom surf and SUP boards where art and style are as much a part of their soul as the experience of the ride.
In this podcast we talk about business, relationships, R & D, a twist on continuing education, man caves and of c...
2015-05-191h 05Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 27 ~ From doodling in the margins of a small community to growing up and going big with artist Adam HaynesFor me his art conjures up images of MC Escher, Japanese Block Art, Go Pro, and a quirky, yet fun sense of humor like Where’s Waldo. It also gives a sense of serious whimsy due to its sophisticated delivery of boyhood dreams.
Adam Haynes is an artist raised in the quiet community of Camp Sherman. He has gone on to do work for Nike, Adidas, Patagonia, ESPN, Specialized, Deschutes Brewery, and many more. Between the diapers, paint and snowboarding, he has learned a thing or two about living the Good Life.
2015-05-061h 21Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 26 ~ Finding balance through family, racing and spinal adjustments with Doctor of PT, Greg ZadowIn this episode we talk to Doctor of Physical Therapy, Greg Zadow, who is a native Australian, former Cat 2 cyclist, outdoorsman, and family man. He shares his insights on finding the Good Life through movement, competition, and finding balance both in physical fitness, but also in life.
And rumor has it, he got his start by wrestling crocs with his bare hands… in a purple speedo. But, it’s just a rumor!
2015-04-211h 09Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 25 ~ From Wildlife Biologist To One Mother Of A Brewer With Veronica Vega (From Deschutes Brewery)
2015-04-061h 20Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 24 ~ How a world-class paddler started making guitars for world-class musicians with Jayson BowermanJayson is a world-class paddler with first descents in Oregon, California and Colorado and has represented the US at World Championship competitions in Freestyle Kayaking, Open Canoe, and Surf Kayak. He also became a Luthier with Breedlove guitars and now owns Bowerman Guitars, a company of one where he builds guitars, mandolins and lap steels for some of the worlds most notable musicians. He also gives his time and talents helping teach guitar building to the Americana Project in Sisters High School as well as being a Board member of the Bend Paddle Trail Alliance.
2015-03-2555 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 23 ~ How she became a modern day, barefoot, acoustic, “International” troubador and athlete with my buddy Beth WoodBeth makes a living touring the nation playing music and making folks feel good. Join us as she explains why she always plays barefoot and as I convince her that her music extends to international waters…
Buddy Beth Wood is also the first non-Central Oregon resident guest on the show. However, she has become so integrated into some of Central Oregon’s premier events, playing the Sisters Folk Festival, hosting the Sunday Community Celebration and staffing the Americana Song Academy, that she is practically family and therefore kicks off our Friends of Central Oregon category.
2015-03-0647 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 22 ~ Finding purpose in his second life; One man’s war to save America’s lost veterans one fish at a time with Brett MillerBrett Miller has survived a house fire, wildland fire, war, IED explosion, 3 years in a VA hospital, downhill racing and Racing Across America on a bike.
This is his second life... And he's waging war on Post Traumatic Stress in our disabled vets... one fish at a time.
If you have ever wondered how some people just seem to always keep their cool no matter the situation; who always seem to have a good attitude despite every right to complain, you need to listen to the stories and strategies from my good f...
2015-02-191h 31Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 21 ~ Finding Joy in skiing, competition, coaching and beyond with Olympian Ben HusabyExecutive Director/Nordic Director Ben Husaby is a two-time Olympian in Nordic skiing with an impressive record of running and multi-sport accomplishments including winning the Bend Pole Pedal Paddle consecutively from 1999 – 2004.
Plus… he found the sweet spot in Central Oregon.
2015-02-031h 12Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 20 ~ Recap of 2014 GLCO Podcast HighlightsAfter the culmination of the first year of the Good Life Central Oregon Podcast, we recap with the highlight reel in preparation of forging ahead to 2015.
Thank you for listening.
2015-01-1444 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 19 ~ Discovering the path of a lost boy to an international leader and Central Oregon with Pastor Mike Silva
2014-12-191h 14Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 18 ~ The value of a great smile and volleyball as a business school with Dr. Blair Struble Dr. Blair Struble grew up in Bend playing volleyball at Mt View before playing volleyball and earning her undergrad at Willamette University. She then went to OHSU for dental school followed by her orthodontic residency at UW. Upon returning to Central Oregon, she has become one of the preeminent orthodontists in Bend. Meanwhile she also coaches volleyball and raises two children with her husband. She is a pursuer the Good life and she can certainly put a great smile on your face.
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Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 17 ~ Turning Despair to Hope and the Broken into Unbreakable; Take a walk up the driveway with Troy and Kim Meeder of Crystal Peaks Youth RanchTroy and Kim Meeder are husband and wife team who are authors, speakers and founders of the non-profit Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch that has rescued hundreds of horses and families from trauma and abuse. They have experience with some of the most horrific stories one could imagine, yet they continue to work “in the trenches” to provide hope and the Good Life to those who need it the most.
Troy wrote the book “Average Joe” and Kim wrote the books: “Hope Rising”, Bridge Called Hope”, “Blind Hope” and “Fierce Beauty”.
2014-11-171h 27Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 16 ~ Discovering a world of adventure through the written word, a broken heart and a moldy tent with freelance writer, Tim Neville (Redux)Tim Neville travels the world living the magazine dream, AND gets paid to do it. As a polyglot, polymath and poly-passionate person, he is an award winning freelance writer who frequently writes for Outside Magazine, The New York Times among others. This Central Oregonian has a unique perspective on adventure, risk and reward and knows how to tell a good story.
2014-11-081h 23Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 15 ~ Life after retirement… filled with fitness, adventure and multiple world records with Tom LandisGLCO 15 ~ Life after retirement… filled with fitness, adventure and multiple world records with Tom Landis
A conversation with 71 year old bad ass swimmer, surfer and backpacker, and Central Oregonian Tom Landis. We discuss, among other things, reigniting the competitive drive and reaching a high level of fitness and competition and finding motivation... all beginning after retirement at age 59.
2014-10-191h 11Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 14 ~ Paradise lost and found: Tale of a homeless hippy child that became fierce and independent while working with top chefs in Europe, with Chef Rose Archer
Rose is a notable chef in Bend having trained under top pastry chefs as well as in Europe. She worked at Broken Top as pastry chef and culinary queen for many Bend publications after moving to Central Oregon. She then started her own lunch catering service called 12:00 O’clock Tart. She is a world traveler, a teacher, a board member for Family Access Network, an entrepreneur as well as being a wife and a mom. But her story began very, very differently.
2014-10-071h 15
The RON-ON-ONE PodcastEPISODE #3: GARRETT LEIGHTIn this episode I sit down with native Californian, optic impressario, and my best friend, Garrett Leight! Join us as we giggle our way through cereal, losing virginities, and the eyewear industry. Enjoy! #GLCO
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2014-09-2500 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 13 (Part 2) - Stories of seasonal migratory work as an NFL lineman, Green Bay Packers hall of famer, author, entrepreneur, coach and college professor Ken Ruettgers
2014-09-2550 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 13 (Part 1) ~ Stories of seasonal migratory work as an NFL lineman, Green Bay Packers hall of famer, author, entrepreneur, coach and college professor Ken Ruettgers
2014-09-2253 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 12 ~ Remembering the “Golden” rule and how to turn failing students into amazing students with successful educator, superintendent and underdog advocate, Jim Golden.Sisters School District Superintendent Jim Golden shares his stories of being a young hooligan, LA gangs, and what it takes to turn the toughest kids to teach into amazing students. He also shares lessons and insight he has learned in his long career educating these students with parents, teachers, and of course, us.
2014-09-011h 13Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 11 ~ Pediatrician and entrepreneur, Dr. Rick Cuddihy talks to us about medicine, passion, risk, cycling, problems and solutions with healthcare and his take on the Good Life in Central OregonAfter 18 years as a pediatrician, Dr. Rick Cuddihy, departed down the road less traveled and began practicing entrepreneurial medicine helping physicians with the toughest task they perform… communicating effectively with their patients. Pediatrician and entrepreneur, Dr. Rick Cuddihy talks to us about medicine, passion, risk, cycling, problems and solutions with healthcare and his take on the Good Life in Central Oregon.
Solid!
2014-08-191h 12Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 10 ~ Pursuing perfection and passion despite a 20 year layover. Preston Thompson of Thompson Guitars tells us about his return to how he makes the Good Life sound so good.
2014-08-031h 14Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 09 - Risk Passion Pioneering Art and Music in Central Oregon with Dennis McGregor.mp3GLCO 09 ~ Risk, Passion & Pioneering Art and Music in Central Oregon with Dennis McGregor.
He left California...with his wife and twin daughters in search of a simpler, quieter life. But, that's when things got interesting. Dennis tells a story of risking it all on passion and ended up pioneering the art and music scene in a town that is nationally known for both.
2014-07-221h 15Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO - 8 A conversation with Pulitzer Prize winning photographer Jay Mather and his tales of the worst and best of humanity.mp3
2014-07-111h 16Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 7 Bridging the gap between wayward students and a very Good Life in the water with Greg Bridges of Eager Beaver Surf Company.mp3
2014-06-221h 08Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 06 - Becoming a Mountain Man at age 50 and a Caveman at 60. A story of life long reinvention with Brent McGregor.mp3
2014-06-221h 30Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 5 - Finding the Athletes Swagger with coach, trainer & business owner: Tate Metcalf.mp3
2014-05-221h 13Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 04 - Together on the water with Dave & Meg Chun of Kialoa Paddles.mp3
2014-05-051h 32Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 03 - Perspectives of Olympian & Hall of Fame Beach Volleyball Pioneer, Miki McFadden
2014-04-161h 07Good Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 02 - How to really, REALLY taste beer with Deschutes Brewery's tasting guru, Amanda Benson
2014-03-2244 minGood Life Central Oregon PodcastGLCO 01 Pursuing perfection with a guitar and Hobbs the ManDiscussion with Hobbs Magarét from Hobbs the Band on guitar, the pursuit of perfection and living the Good Life in Central Oregon
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