This week on The Tiki Talk Show, Ellie and Ryley talk to a legend in the tiki community and one of the OG tiki podcasters, Adrian Eustaquio, host of Inside the Desert Oasis Room Podcast. Adrian’s love for tiki dates back to the late 1980s when a family member renewed their vows at Don the Beachcombers in Southern California. Entranced by the eternal twilight, young Adrian had a chance to walk around the near empty restaurant that was once a vibrant establishment. Adrian caught the bug, and from then on, he was collecting bits and pieces from thrift stores over the next few years. In the mid-90s, a lot fell into place for Adrian to find his new passion. He discovered Oceanic Arts, met many new friends, and started getting involved.
Over the last 30 years, Adrian has been at countless tiki events, collaborated on so many projects, and has been one of the most consistent advocates for the authentic, mid-century tiki style. His contributions to the tiki scene range far beyond his podcast (which has inspired our own) to include advising roles for a few movies and commercial bars. Adrian is an amazing person to talk to and an asset to the tiki community!
You can find Adrian on Instagram and YouTube @polynesianpop and wherever you get your podcasts as Inside the Desert Oasis Room.
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-Ryley and Ellie
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