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Thanksgiving at PodShare: How Shared Spaces Create Real Community

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:50:18 GMT

Every year, Thanksgiving reminds us why PodShare exists.
While the holiday often brings people back to their families, it also highlights how many individuals — students, travelers, digital nomads, artists, and newcomers to Los Angeles — are spending this season far from home. At PodShare, we’ve always believed that community can be created anywhere when people share space, stories, and a meal.

This year, our members across Hollywood, Melrose, DTLA, and San Diego filled our shared tables, hammocks, couches, and pod lofts with conversation and gratitude. What could have been a lonely holiday for many turned into something meaningful — a reminder that home isn’t just a place; it’s the people you share it with.

A Holiday Shared Across Pods

DTLA hosted a cozy indoor gathering with guests lounging in hammocks, sipping drinks, and swapping stories under warm string lights and exposed brick.
San Diego turned into a game night space where guests gathered around a glass coffee table for cards, music, and shared plates.
Hollywood transformed into a communal dining room, pods becoming casual seating for Thanksgiving dinner.
And Melrose celebrated outdoors, surrounded by fall leaves, lights, and a table filled with drinks and seasonal decorations.

Each location has its own personality, its own energy, and its own people — but the thread that connects them is the same: community through shared living.

Why Community Matters in Shared Housing

PodShare was built on a simple idea:
Affordable access to safe, flexible housing shouldn’t be reserved for those with perfect credit, large deposits, or traditional renting histories.

By removing barriers like long-term leases, background checks, and upfront costs, we’ve created a model that supports:

Newly relocated residents building their life in LA
Travelers seeking a social alternative to traditional hostels or hotels
Students and creatives looking for affordable same day housing for any duration
People craving connection in an increasingly isolated world

Holidays like Thanksgiving prove that shared spaces aren’t just functional — they’re transformational. When people from different backgrounds share daily life, a genuine community naturally forms.

PodShare’s Mission Going Forward

As we continue expanding and rebuilding occupancy across California, our mission stays constant:
to provide accessible housing and a built-in community for anyone who needs a place to belong.

We’re proud that our members continue to make PodShare more than a bed. They make it a home — not just on Thanksgiving, but all year long.

Looking Ahead

If you’ve stayed with us before, we’d love to see you again.

If you’re new to PodShare, we welcome you to experience community living for yourself.

Spaces like ours only thrive through the people who fill them — and we’re grateful for everyone who makes PodShare what it is.

How to Use the New LAX Metro Station From PodShare Co-Living Locations

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 05:07:14 GMT

Los Angeles just got a major travel upgrade: the new LAX/Metro Transit Center Station is now open, seamlessly connecting Metro Rail lines to the Automated People Mover at Los Angeles International Airport. For travelers staying at PodShare, this means you can now get to and from LAX faster, cheaper, and stress-free — all by train.

Whether you’re staying at PodShare DTLA , PodShare Hollywood , or PodShare Los Feliz , here’s how to reach the new LAX Metro station and make your airport transfer smooth and affordable.

From PodShare DTLA (100 S. Vignes Street)

Walk a few minutes to Union Station/Metro Red & Purple Lines (or take the nearby Metro E Line at Little Tokyo/Arts District).
Board the E Line (Expo) heading west toward Santa Monica.
Transfer at Expo/Crenshaw Station to the C Line (Green) .
Ride south to the Aviation/LAX station and connect to the new LAX/Metro Transit Center .
Hop on the People Mover straight into your terminal.

�� Approx. travel time: ~1 hour
�� Cost: $1.75 per ride with TAP card

From PodShare Hollywood (1631 Cosmo Street)

Walk 5 minutes to Hollywood/Vine Station (B Line, Red) .
Take the B Line south to 7th/Metro Center .
Transfer to the E Line (Expo) toward Santa Monica.
At Expo/Crenshaw , switch to the C Line (Green) .
Ride to the LAX/Metro Transit Center and connect to the People Mover .

�� Approx. travel time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
�� Cost: $1.75 per ride with TAP card

From PodShare Los Feliz (4534 Fountain Ave)

Walk to the Vermont/Sunset Station (B Line, Red) .
Take the B Line south to 7th/Metro Center .
Transfer to the E Line (Expo) toward Santa Monica.
At Expo/Crenshaw , switch to the C Line (Green) .
Ride to the LAX/Metro Transit Center and board the People Mover .

�� Approx. travel time: ~1 hour 20 minutes
�� Cost: $1.75 per ride with TAP card

Pro Tips for PodSharers

Get a TAP Card : Load cash value or day passes. Each trip costs just $1.75, making this the most budget-friendly way to get to LAX.
Avoid Rush Hour : Trains can fill up fast during weekday commutes.
Pack Smart : While trains are luggage-friendly, try to keep your bags manageable.
Save Money : A rideshare from Hollywood to LAX can cost $40–$70. The Metro + People Mover combo? Just $1.75 .

Why This is Great for PodShare Guests

PodShare has always been about affordable, flexible stays in prime LA neighborhoods. Now, with the new Metro + LAX connection, our guests can:

Skip pricey Ubers/Lyfts to the airport
Stay connected to Hollywood nightlife , DTLA culture , and Los Feliz creativity
Book beds by the night, week, or month , knowing LAX is just a train ride away

With locations across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Santa Barbara, PodShare is the perfect home base for travelers who value community, flexibility, and affordability .

Ready to Book Your Stay?

Skip the booking fees on third-party sites and reserve directly at PodShare.com . Whether you’re flying into LAX or exploring LA before your next adventure, PodShare has a pod waiting for you.

Dues Ex Machina

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:35:00 GMT

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Tikka Taco

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 16:45:00 GMT

The presentation was very appetizing, with sustainable packaging which we love! Everything looked so vibrant and flavorful, I truly love seeing a range of colors within a meal, it’s so satisfying.

On the left we have our chicken taco, which the chef said was his absolute favorite. The shredded tandoori marinated halal chicken was juicy and flavorful, spicy tikka masala and creamy street corn salsa were a great combination and fresh cilantro was a refreshing compliment.

In the middle is our seared fish taco, which had dry rubbed Fish, Chili-Garlic Cream, Pickled Red Onions, and Radish Slaw. I have to say that all these unique flavors really do well together as a Mexican-Indian fusion. The pickled red onions were an amazing addition, and the chili garlic cream was spicy!

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Venice Whaler

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 16:23:00 GMT

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Avocado Smoothie

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 06:22:00 GMT

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Our 10 Year Anniversary Party!

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 05:05:00 GMT

Jan 22, 2012 we started in Hollywood…and today, we celebrate 7 locations and over 60,000 roommates from across the globe!

It was a good day…see you next year for another party!

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Vs. Great White’s Egg Sandwich

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 04:57:00 GMT

This breakfast sandwich really was the highlight of my day. The thick cut bacon with avocado was a great flavor combo along with the fried cheesy hash brown, the greens were fresh, and the sweet chili sauce gave it just the right amount of kick while still complimenting all the flavors. I will definitely be ordering this again! “Breakfast Sandwich” is $15, and Great White is a 5 minute walk from Venice Podshare!

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EggSlut on Pacific Ave Vs…

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 03:12:00 GMT

They have a few different choices for breakfast sandwiches however the most unique “signature” one I noticed was “The Fairfax”. Cage-free soft scrambled eggs and chives, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions and sriracha mayo in a warm brioche bun.

I’m a sucker for good packaging, and this breakfast sandwich comes in a very aesthetically pleasing little box.

At first glance it doesn’t look like there’s too much going on, but after a few bites you’ll experience all the flavors unfolding. The brioche bun is the softest bread I’ve had in a while, baked perfectly with a little butter toasted on the inside. The scrambled egg is complemented so well by the siracha mayo, and the avocado slice was a refreshing twist, with caramelized onions too!

“The Fairfax” sandwich is $8.75 and if you order their cold brew or fresh squeezed orange juice, it’ll come out to about $13 which is super affordable for breakfast! They have a wide range of menu items so I will definitely be back to try more!

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Best Glass Noodles in LA

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 02:33:00 GMT

Then….the Pad Soon Wen is everything.

I ordered the Pad Soon Wen with pork, their glass noodles. I’ve never had glass noodles so I was very excited to try them. They’re also known as cellophane noodles, fensi, or bean thread noodles. They magically turn clear like glass once cooked. It’s made of mung bean or green pea flour, so they’re gluten-free!

I asked for pork, and it had mushrooms, crisp carrots and cabbage, cilantro (my weakness) and fried egg. They served chili paste on the side, it was a nice touch. The glass noodles themselves had so much flavor I could’ve eaten them by themselves!
The service was wonderful, and the food was 5 stars. I cannot wait to try more items on their menu!

Located @ 4356 Fountain Ave Los Angeles, CA 90029

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3 Coffee shops on Abbot Kinney

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:27:00 GMT

They claim to be the home of the “world famous” iced vanilla latte, and since i’m an absolute coffee addict I had to find out for myself.

The presentation was eye catching with the ombré effect. I could tell they added vanilla syrup first, then milk, and espresso on top. Personally I think its very aesthetically pleasing, but it must be mixed evenly in order to taste the best. I don’t mind swirling the cup but I wish they would’ve given me a stir stick to properly mix the vanilla syrup, as it stayed at the bottom the entire time.

After swirling the milk & espresso together, it was fun to see the colors mix. I sipped my “world famous” iced latte and it was a creamy blend, with just the right amount of sweetness to compliment a pastry. However I wonder how much more sweet it would be if the syrup at the bottom was totally mixed in, I hope it wouldn’t take away too much from the taste of espresso. Overall, this is an iced latte that I would order if I had a sweet breakfast item to compliment, or by itself. As far as world famous, that is something that I will find out after trying out a few more coffee places this weekend! Abbot Kinney has so many options it’s fun to choose!

Friday morning I worked the same 11am shift so a morning latte was calling my name. I walked back down to Abbot Kinney and came across intelligentsia. The entrance of the building was almost hidden away like a secret garden, with a beautiful mural on the wall. The line was long but it went quickly and the outdoor atmosphere was very aesthetically pleasing!

I ordered the same thing as yesterday, a classic iced vanilla latte.

“Great coffee is not the result of chance.”

Truer words have never been written! I sipped this iced coffee and was greeted with a robust flavor of espresso and milk. I couldn’t really taste the vanilla, so it makes me wonder how much they added. Regardless, this iced latte would be the perfect pair for a sweet companion such as a breakfast pastry or something decadent like tiramisu.

Sunday I worked 7am to 12pm so I decided to explore a new coffee shop for an afternoon latte, which is quite the delight. I cant stress enough how easy it is to walk from Venice Podshare to Abbot Kinney, especially on a nice sunny day it’s such a vibe!

I went to Blue Bottle this time, the line was long however there were cute dogs so I couldn’t complain.

I went in and ordered a vanilla iced coffee, however they are more of a “specialized” coffeehouse as they don’t have vanilla, their equivalent is called the Sweet Latte, which has espresso, your choice of milk, and Muscovado sugar. Muscovado sugar is unrefined cane sugar that contains natural molasses. It has a rich brown color, and toffee-like taste. The barista recommended ordering this latte with oatmilk, and I wanted to order it just how they prefer, to see what kind of taste their brand’s direction was going in.

The unique, subtle taste of the muscovado sugar and oat milk blend was delightful. Not overly sweet but allows the flavor of the coffee to intertwine with the flavor of oatmilk to create a new vibe. Plus we love the sustainability of the packaging, which is ALL 100% compostable.

I noticed they only serve one size as well, which is quite interesting considering I usually always order a large and never finish them, so giving me just the perfect amount without me having the opportunity to bite off more than I can chew is refreshing. Plus not to mention the prices of all 3 of these coffee shops are extremely reasonable!

After adventuring around and enjoying coffee from different atmospheres, Ive collected enough experience that when I work in Venice again, I have now familiarized myself with what coffee place I will prefer for each occasion. The first place I went to, Alfred, has their “world famous iced vanilla latte”, which I can dig because I thoroughly enjoyed. This will be my one stop shop when it comes to a latte on the go. Intelligentsia will be the coffee that I order when I want a sweet pastry to compliment, and Blue Bottle will be my latte of choice when Im feeling spicy and wanna go with something more flavorful and unique.

Overall I loved all 3 places and will be back to all 3!

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Acai on Washington Blvd.

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 05:56:00 GMT

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