From the creator of social media mainstay L.A. In a Minute, Evan Lovett invites you along for a personal and intimate ride as he shares interesting facts about all sorts of things you didn’t know you needed to know. Be entertained and informed as Evan brings you into his mind to see the world through his lens. There is history everywhere, as long as you know where to look. Let's get into it!
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1-on-1 w/ Fred Armisen of Saturday Night Live, Portlandia
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Fred Armisen of Saturday Night Live & Portlandia shares his journey of falling in love with Los Angeles, despite not being 'a sun person.' Also, did you know Armisen is of Korean, Venezuelan, and German descent? Let’s get into it!
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Coyote chronicles: Hawthorne's hip-hop héroes
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*Disclaimer: Mature Content* L.A. hip hop's new golden era is being ushered in by Coyote ("The Yotes"), who are embracing Hawthorne, Lennox, & all of L.A. While catapulting the West Coast sound to new heights. I've been wanting to have Ladies Love Guapo & Ricky Blanco on the show for a while, and after their newest albu, L.Aliens, dropped featuring…
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The Best 2 Things to do in L.A. this Week
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Two historic, unique, and FUN things to do this week. One for the 21-and-over crowd, one for the family (and your pups!). *L.A.'s oldest Speakeasy is now a historic beauty (4:45)*Historic hiking trail leads to a Golden Dream (13:50)
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Bonus Ep: The L.A. Times is Officially Irrelevant
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The L.A. Times continues its downward spiral toward irrelevance by refusing to endorse a Presidential candidate in what their own editorial board calls "the most consequential election in a generation." The once-proud paper that stood as a beacon for Los Angeles since the 1880s is now simply waving the white flag and inching closer & closer to thei…
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1-on-1 with Michael Ungaro of San Pedro Fish Market, Kings of Fi$h
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Iconic San Pedro Fish Market is one of Los Angeles legendary locals now being run by the third-generation family. I do a one-on-one sit down with Michael Ungaro to discuss the legacy of the Fish Market, what it means for L.A and what the future holds. We also get into Kings of Fi$h a documentary being featured on Amazon Prime.…
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L.A. Is the land of film, and there have been 1,000s of movies made about L.A. These are the Top 5 Films that Define MY L.A. - and I want your feedback. What did I miss, what shouldn't have made the Top 5? Also - do you know the FIRST movies ever made in L.A.? (4:45) And the consummate L.A. movie that you MUST watch but haven't heard of (25:00)…
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It's Time. . .for Dodger Baseball!
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As the Dodgers take their next steps toward their 8th World Series title, I celebrate the Dodgers history with some facts you DON'T know about the historic club, such as:*What was the ORIGINAL name of the Dodgers (and no, it wasn't the Trolley Dodgers!)*What is Dodger Orange?*10 Facts you Don't know about Vin Scully!*What is the full story of the H…
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Hollywood's Collapse is a HUGE Problem for L.A.
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The Industry figures are eye-popping: 16.1% unemployment, film days in L.A. are down 33% from the 5-year average. Hollywood is in the middle of a stunning collapse, and L.A. needs a strong Hollywood to be at its best. To avoid Hollywood turning into the "Next Detroit," and losing out to the "New L.A." (Las Vegas), what can be done to save The Indus…
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My Top 10 Favorite Facts About L.A.
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After 1,500 episodes of L.A. in a Minute and two years of In a Minute w/ Evan Lovett, spending THOUSANDS of hours of research and discovery, I put together a list of my Top 10 Favorite Facts about L.A. Each episode contains fun nuggets, trivia, and tidbits - but these are my absolute favorite facts: the people, the food, the culture. This is an epi…
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The American Journalism Project will be giving $15 million to Los Angeles news organizations. . .so maybe they should start with L.A. In a Minute News? That is a new project we will be launching from the I AM Studios to do add an important element to my coverage, and to local L.A. journalism. Let me know your feedback on the name, the concept, the …
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Who is on YOUR L.A. Mount Rushmore?!?
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Building a Los Angeles Mount Rushmore is no easy task, but I identify the four names that have most impacted the GLOBE from right here in L.A. From art to science, from sports to culture, the list of who DID NOT make the Mount Rushmore is almost as impressive as the names that did. . .and choosing FOUR names was nearly impossible - so let me know w…
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I spend almost as much time consuming L.A. content as I do making it - and these are the folks that inspire In a Minute with Evan Lovett. The history & quirks of Los Angeles, the neighborhoods & food, the people & culture; these are the creators that I follow on Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter - that help me fall in love with this city even more! Plus…
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The One Thing to Do in L.A. This Week CHALLENGE
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I'm announcing my first ever CHALLENGE - The One Thing to Do in L.A. This Week CHALLENGE!! If you are the first to complete the challenge, you will get an entire L.A. in a Minute episode dedicated to you (Plus a t-shirt and hat!). Send a selfie of you in front of ALL 15 of my favorite One Thing to Do in L.A. locations, and you win!!! The clock is t…
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L.A. Celebrities that Truly Made History!
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L.A. is the land of celebrities, but true celebrity comes from making history. This episode is about people that lived in L.A. and truly made history. And don't miss the One Thing to Do in L.A. this Week: L.A. has a precise center point that is VERY easy to access. . .and it's FREE to see it! The Genius 4:40 The Martial Artist 7:20 The Aviator 10:3…
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Why are the Kids Back in School Already?!?
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It's over 100° in the first half of August and the kids are back in school. . .already! So why would LAUSD and most surrounding districts do this to parents and kids? I did some research and have some answers, and I want to know what YOU think. Also, a special reading of My Very Personal Speech to incoming freshmen (13:26) and One Thing to do in L.…
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Books are a driving force for L.A. In a Minute and I want to share some of the most impactful reads about Los Angeles that have inspired me to continue creating and learning about this incredible City. The podcast is broken down into segments based on book content as outlined below. Make sure you bookmark this episode for your holiday gift giving. …
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It's road trip season, so it's time to figure out once & for all, what are L.A.'s 8 Favorite Road Trips! From the desert to the mountains, beaches to missions, Los within an easy drive of some of the best places on Earth. What are YOUR favorite L.A. Road Trips?!? L.A.'s First Car (4:20) #8: Did you say 300 inches of snow. . .per Year? (9:30) #7: Ca…
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Countdown to LA28. . .in the Greatest Olympic City on Earth!
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With the 2024 Paris Olympics officially underway, the countdown is ON for LA28, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Some of my earliest memories are from my parents taking me to the 1984 Games, and I'm going to detail why L.A. Is the Greatest Olympic City on Earth. We'll also address detractors of the games, and what Los Angeles is doing to ensure that …
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88 Things to Do. . .in Each of L.A.'s 88 Cities
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Los Angeles is described as "88 Cities in Search of a Center" - but why search when you can DO? I find the most unique, historical, and FUN thing to do in each of L.A.'s 88 Cities, from Agoura Hills to Lynwood to Rosemead to Whitter. This is an excellent guide no matter where you are in L.A. County, and will provide you something to do in every cit…
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L.A. is the Swimming Pool Capital of the World?!?
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Los Angeles is the land of swimming pools, with twice as many as the second closest city. . .even though the first private pool in L.A. wasn't built until recently. So how did L.A. get to be the Swimming Pool Capital of the World. . .and you won't believe how many pools there actually are in L.A. And make sure you stay tuned for the One Thing to Do…
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My Favorite Food in Los Angeles, from burgers to tacos to carnitas. These are my trusty go-tos that I know and love - and you know I bring the history, facts, trivia, and tidbits of these L.A. legends. L.A.'s Best Beef Ribs - 2:30 The Thai Temple - 5:30 Birria Got me Hooked - 11:40 Shout out to Best Carnitas in L.A. - 12:20 Split Dogs Flatbush Styl…
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L.A.‘s World Famous Beaches are Man-Made?!?
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L.A.’s coastline has some of the most desirable and beautiful beaches in the history of the world. . .but did you know they are man-made?!? Also on this episode (22:45), Your One Thing to do in L.A. this Week. . .The 9 Best Hidden Beaches in L.A.Af Audacy
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Your 5 Things to do in L.A. to Kick off Summer
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Summer is officially here in L.A. and we kick off summer with 5 Things to do in L.A. #1 - Immerse yourself in L.A.'s living history (2:30) #2 - Celebrate lowriders and the automobile as art. (16:38) #3 - The best collection of L.A. food vendors in one historic place (21:15) #4 - The unofficial L.A. summer kickoff BLOCK PARTY (27:31) #5 - L.A.'s lar…
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1-on-1 with Jim Jefferies: Comedian, Actor, Writer, L.A. Transplant!
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*Parental Advisory, Explicit Language* Global phenomenon Jim Jefferies stops by the IAM Studios for an intimate, hilarious, fun interview. No topic is off-limits, and Jim is at his endearing & engaging best for a two-hour conversation that could have gone 20 hours. From his background in Australia to his favorite things to do & places to eat in L.A…
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L.A. is the Serial Killer Capital of the World?!?
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Lock your doors & windows; Los Angeles is the undisputed Serial Killer capital of the world! So why L.A. and when did it all start? How many have their been?!? All the sinister facts are here, the facts, the stats, the history, the psychology. Also - we dive into detail about 3 specific killers including the first ever recorded "serial" killer.…
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My Top 5 Hidden Gems in L.A. . .and they're Free!
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This is My Top 5 hidden Gems in L.A. . .and they're all FREE: Whether hidden in plain site or not, these go-to destinations are fun to go and explore, are places a lot of us see on a daily basis, but maybe haven't quite taken the time to understand the significance and relevance behind them. Go be a tourist in your own city, and enjoy these destina…
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My Top 5 Songs that Define Los Angeles
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Impactful, important, historical... these are the characteristics I tapped into the most when putting together my intimate list of top 5 songs that define L.A. I enjoyed digging into the meanings of the lyrics, and researching the origins of these classics. #5 (8:06) - The Song you Thought would be #1 #4 (15:17) - Hip Hop's Ode to the Metropolis #3…
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The End of an Era in L.A.’s Backyard
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A major announcement came out of L.A.’s backyard this week: the resort that ushered in the Modern Era of Las Vegas will be shutting its doors forever. The impact that the Mirage had on Las Vegas was like no hotel since the Flamingo opened in 1946 and kicked off The Strip, and it literally changed Vegas as a town, a community, and is single-handedly…
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Behind the Scenes. . .and My Love Story!!!
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Ever wondered about life in the I AM Studios? And what actually goes into creating over 1,000 episodes of L.A. in a Minute and In a Minute w/ Evan Lovett? I take you behind the scenes for a day - and a week - in the life of documenting Los Angeles history & culture. From the drops for KNX to full episodes for social to recording in a closet (!), I …
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The 5 Most Important Streets in L.A.
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These are the streets that MADE Los Angeles, the streets that have history and a story to tell - AND importance in our daily commute and lives. 2:13 - Intro 5:02 - “The Longest Stretch of Businesses in the World" 9:57 - “The Most Beautiful Street in L.A.” 15:19 - “The Main Artery” 21:17 - “The Metropolitan Main Street” 30:27 - “The Birthplace of Lo…
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Is this the Best FREE Thing to do in L.A.?!?!
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Situated in the geographic center of L.A., Griffith Park is not just the largest urban park in the U.S., but the home of dozens of FREE and FUN activities with history to match. Take a day - actually take a week! - to explore Griffith Park and you’ll see why this is the best FREE Thing to do in L.A. *The Story of Griffith J. Griffith (7:16) *The Cu…
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How do YOU Feel about the Quality of Life in L.A.?
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The Annual UCLA Quality of Life in Los Angeles Index just came out. . .and it’s the lowest score in the history of the study. This is on the heels of Mayor Bass’ “State of the City” address, which also raised some red flags. So I want to know how YOU feel about your Quality of Life in L.A.? Are you better off than you were last year? Are you optimi…
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How L.A. Made Grocery Shopping Cool
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L.A. is the supermarket capital of the U.S., and markets like Erewhon & Trader Joe’s are called the “Hippest Hangouts in L.A.” So how did L.A.’s lineage of grocery stores lead to a world where Grocery Shopping is actually Cool? 2:47 - date night at the grocery store 10:00 - Ralphs 12:56 - Smart + Final 15:29 - Vons 20:20 - Gelson’s 24:39 - Trader J…
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Did you know there was a Hollywood BEFORE Hollywood?!?
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(1:48) Before Hollywood, the first motion picture studios in L.A. set up shop in an area that’s no longer on any maps. . .a place that deserves recognition as one of the most important place in L.A. history. Also, One Thing to Do in L.A. This Week is BACK! (19:30) We’re going to a place that is home of more Movie Palaces than anywhere in the World,…
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One Fact you DON'T Know About EVERY L.A. Sports Team!
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Whichever team is your #1 team in L.A., I break down One Fact that you DON’T Know About EVERY L.A. Sports Team. Dodgers (2:02) Angels (6:08) Lakers (9:41) Clippers (13:31) Rams (20:11) Chargers (24:32) Kings (26:40) LAFC (30:16) Galaxy (32:40) Angel City FC (34:52) Sparks (36:41)Af Audacy
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My California Road Trip: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
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It’s Spring Break so it’s time for a Road Trip. I took the family up the 395 to explore some California history: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly. We start with Mammoth (3:38), which is a volcano. . .that gets 300 inches of snow per year! From there we stop by Schat’s Bakery (8:10), the most popular bakery in the WORLD. . .since 1903. And have you heard…
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30 Facts about 30 L.A. Neighborhoods, Part 2
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Keeping it going from last weeks episode with 30 more hot facts about 30 different neighborhoods in L.A... Maybe you're neighborhood didn't make it last week, what about this week?!Af Audacy
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30 Facts about 30 L.A. Neighborhoods- PART 1
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Going down the list of the vast neighborhoods that make up Los Angeles and dropping some fun facts on you that you didn't know you needed to know! First 30 neighborhoods are up, is yours in part 1?Af Audacy
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BONUS Ep: Natives vs. Transplants + do THIS for FREE
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Special BONUS EP: There's a stigma about people from Los Angeles that people outside of Los Angeles have; something that people from outside of L.A. hate overwhelmingly - the people. But digging deeper, at the root of this HATRED of the People of L.A. is perhaps grounds for a Civil War - Natives vs. Transplants. Also a fantastic One Thing to Do in …
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7 Things you THINK are from L.A. . .but Aren’t!
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Who would've thought that some of L.A.s prized "possessions" are in fact, not claimable to be our possessions at all! They're simply famous transplants. Enjoy these 7 things I'm willing to bet you thought are native to L.A. . .well, they're not!Af Audacy
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BONUS Ep: Go see the site of the Most Important Event in California History!
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In a short, special one-off episode of "One Thing to do in L.A. this Week," we take you to the site of what the L.A. Times called The Most Important Event in California History: Campo de Cahuenga, directly across the street from Universal Studios, which marks the spot that ended the fighting of the Mexican-American War! This is the spot that enable…
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1-on-1 with 2Tone of Born X Raised
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My conversation with the co-founder of legendary Los Angeles brand Born X Raised... 2Tone. You know we discuss his origins along with what makes him tick, and get into how one of the most respected L.A. brands Born X Raised has been able to flourish, and continues to do so in memory of his coveted co founder and partner Spanto.…
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The Mystery of H.R. Kaufman and Pioneer Chicken
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Pioneer Chicken was the king of Los Angeles, a $100 million food chain with 300 locations, until it all but disappeared. The reason? H.R. Kaufman, the Howard Hughes-like founder who guided the company’s growth until he too disappeared! This is the story of Pioneer Chicken and the never before told Mystery of H.R. Kaufman.…
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BONUS Ep: Go to One of the Greatest Hidden Secrets in the City - and it's FREE!
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Your One Thing to Do in L.A. This Week is, simply put, awe-inspiring. A FREE visit to a place with some of the best views in Los Angeles uncovers one of the greatest Hidden Secrets in the City: a 900-seat auditorium built specifically for one of the largest paintings in the world, 195 feet long and 45 feet tall!! And the story of how it came to L.A…
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1-on-1 with Christopher Darden!
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I was lucky enough to sit down with THE Christopher Darden, L.A. prosecutor for what many would say was the most famous trial of all time, the OJ Simpson murder case. I love a good origin story, and Darden was open to any and all questions I had for him from his youth, family upbringing, school life, up through the twists and turns before arriving …
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BONUS Ep: Go to the Most Important Spot in Modern L.A. History!
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In a short, special one-off episode of "One Thing to do in L.A. this Week," we take you to the Most Important Spot in Modern L.A. History: Lang Station, in Canyon Country, which marks the spot where the Golden Spike connected Los Angeles to the Transcontinental Railroad in 1876! This moment was the day Los Angeles truly became a modern city. THIS i…
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Is Las Vegas the next Los Angeles? Let me Explain. . .
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Listen in as I make what I believe to be an ultra strong case that Las Vegas, is becoming the NEXT Los Angeles. All the signs are there, from similar origins in the desert, from lack of resources to an abundance, to the power of pro franchises coming to town... and this just scratches the surface. Listen all the way through and tell me I'm not wron…
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MY Take on the L.A. Times "Situation"
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From trust issues to mass layoffs at massive media institutions.. There is a lot happening in the world of journalism, especially the local stuff. Tune in as I have something to say about it!Af Audacy
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10 Historic L.A. Restaurants that don't get Enough Love!
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Going through 10 absolute must-have restaurants with deep history and legacy... that unfortunately not nearly enough people even know exist! We're giving all the love todays episode, so make sure to listen in, and put these on your list of places to go!Af Audacy
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Special Guests Jorge & Letty Peniche: The L.A. American Dream Power Couple
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Digging deep with burgeoning L.A. Power Couple Jorge and Letty Peniche, in their first formal interview together talking about their origin stories. A fascinating long form conversation, from learning about Power 106 morning show radio host Letty truly reaching her childhood dreams against all odds, to understanding the deeply intellectual mind and…
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