NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING

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NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING is a new show about how difficult – but not impossible – it is to make something actually good in Hollywood. Join LAist and The Black List each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer to see if they’ve got what it takes to make a successful movie or TV show – with, of course, an escalating series of helpful studio executive notes. In the process, we’ll poke fun at the industry we know and love, and see if famed screenwriter William Goldman was right when he said, “Nobody knows anything.” NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING...

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: And the Oscar Goes To…

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: And the Oscar Goes To…

Hollywood is getting ready for luncheons and deleting old tweets, which is this episode is all about the Oscars. When you give an awards speech in your bathroom mirror, we know what statue you’re pretending to hold. So this week on NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING, Oscar nominees Peter Straughan, Kris Bowers, and actress Caitlin Reilly duke it out for the ultimate award -- winning a game show where the points are made up by our host, Franklin Leonard. Guests: Screenwriter Peter Straughan (“Conclave”), comp

Feb 17, • 1:01:47

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: We Love L.A.

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: We Love L.A.

Los Angeles has been through a lot this year. It’s hard to find a single person in Los Angeles who hasn’t been affected in some way by the recent wildfires. There’s so much to be sad and even scared about right now, but since we can’t fix all of that, we’re here to do what we know best — in the words of the great Donald O’Connor: “Make ‘em laugh.” In this episode, we honor all of our friends, neighbors, and nemeses that call Los Angeles home, and put on a show that’s all about the movies that ma

Feb 11, • 1:09:48

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Sex, Drugs, and Public Radio

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Sex, Drugs, and Public Radio

The troubled childhood, the meteoric rise to fame, the tragic fall… We all know the basic outline of a music biopic, so how hard can it be to write one? Find out (along with our guests!) in this episode of NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING. Guests: Writer/director Dana Ledoux Miller ("Moana 2"); actor Jason Ritter ("Matlock"); and writer Joshua Zetumer ("Say Nothing"). NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.

Feb 4, • 1:11:54

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Foreign Exchange

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Foreign Exchange

Like most of America, Hollywood has a…weird relationship with the rest of the world. The land of The Oscars, Westerns, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck is afraid of subtitles and loves to remake an international hit in English. Say bonjour to the NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING episode all about foreign films!  Guests: Writer Zach Baylin (“King Richard,” “The Order”); actress and writer Stephanie Koenig (“English Teacher”); and actress and comedian Alyssa Limperis (“What We Do in the Shadows,” “Dexter: Original

Jan 28, • 55:54

A quick message from Franklin

A quick message from Franklin

We hope everyone is staying safe out there. There’s no new episode of NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING this week, but we’re working to get things back up and running as soon as we can. If you would like to directly help impacted LAist staff and support these additional newsgathering efforts, you can donate at LAist.com/firesupport

Jan 14, • 2:06

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Beginner's Luck

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Beginner's Luck

This episode of NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING is all about breakthrough stars. We'll focus on film and television debuts and first-timers who struck gold, because if there's anything we’re certain that Hollywood loves, it's someone who's younger and more talented than the last young and talented person.Guests: Actress and singer Jasmine Cephas Jones (“Hamilton,” “Blindspotting”); writer and actor Tommy Dewey (“Casual,” “Saturday Night”); and writer Liz Hannah (“The Post,” “The Girl from Plainville”)NOBO

Jan 7, • 1:08:52

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Here We Go Again

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Here We Go Again

From the team behind the first episode of NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING comes a second episode that’s bigger, bolder, and more explosive…That’s right, it’s a sequel! In this week’s episode, we take a page out of Gladiator II’s book and pit your favorite Hollywood minds against each other in the Colosseum…aka, make them play games in a small, enclosed studio. Does anyone actually know what it takes to make a good sequel?  Guests: Actor and writer Joel Kim Booster (“Fire Island,” “Loot”); actress Michaela

Dec 17, 2024 • 1:00:56

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Growing Pains

NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING: Growing Pains

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town. This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you

Dec 10, 2024 • 1:16:35

Introducing 'NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING' (coming December 10)

Introducing 'NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING' (coming December 10)

Introducing NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING, a new show about how difficult – but not impossible – it is to make something actually good in Hollywood. Join LAist and The Black List each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer to see if they’ve got what it takes to make a successful movie or TV show – with, of course, an escalating series of helpful studio executive notes. In the process, we’ll poke fun at the industry we know and love, and see if famed screenwriter

Dec 3, 2024 • 5:08

Imperfect Paradise: George Gascón’s reelection loss and whether there’s a future for the progressive prosecutors' movement

Imperfect Paradise: George Gascón’s reelection loss and whether there’s a future for the progressive prosecutors' movement

Nathan Hochman defeated incumbent George Gascón in the Los Angeles County District Attorney race. Many see the outcome as a bellwether for the criminal justice reform movement nationwide. LAist Correspondent Frank Stoltze breaks down the LA DA race results and helps us understand what Hochman's decisive victory and Gascón’s loss means. Also, Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido speaks with Alyssa Kress from the Prosecutors Alliance of California (PAC), a nonprofit that supports progressive

Nov 9, 2024 • 24:25

Imperfect Paradise: Republican strategist on what both parties get wrong about the Latino vote

Imperfect Paradise: Republican strategist on what both parties get wrong about the Latino vote

As the country’s second largest group of eligible voters, Latino constituents will play a pivotal role in the upcoming election. As both parties try to capture and define the elusive “Latino vote,” Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido sits down with Republican strategist Mike Madrid to explore what Republicans and Democrats get wrong in their messaging, why Latino men have been drawn in by MAGA politics, and what defines the third generation Latino voter who’s coming into their own this ele

Oct 30, 2024 • 28:10

Imperfect Paradise: LA City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson on the tape scandal fallout, homelessness, and the presidential election

Imperfect Paradise: LA City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson on the tape scandal fallout, homelessness, and the presidential election

Marqueece Harris-Dawson is now one of the most powerful leaders in the city, as the new Los Angeles City Council President. He stepped into the position in September, two years after the council tape scandal shocked the city and the nation. Harris-Dawson speaks with Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido about the ongoing fallout from the scandal that could affect L.A.’s redistricting process, and he gets real about his top priority for the city, the L.A. 2028 Olympics, and the U.S. president

Oct 23, 2024 • 29:26

Imperfect Paradise: Investigating fraud allegations over missing pandemic funds in Orange County

Imperfect Paradise: Investigating fraud allegations over missing pandemic funds in Orange County

An LAist investigation uncovered more than $13 million in public funds directed by Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do to Viet America Society (VAS) without disclosing his daughter was a leader at the nonprofit. County officials now allege that money was “brazenly plundered” for personal gain. Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido speaks with LAist correspondent Nick Gerda, who broke the story, about the ongoing investigation. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawf

Oct 16, 2024 • 33:56

Imperfect Paradise: Patrisse Cullors on leaving BLM, racial justice, and the election

Imperfect Paradise: Patrisse Cullors on leaving BLM, racial justice, and the election

Artist, abolitionist, and co-founder of Black Lives Matter Patrisse Cullors shares her perspective on what's at stake in the 2024 election and reflects on the current state of the BLM movement. Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido’s conversation with Cullors is part of a series of interviews with notable Californians in the lead up to the election, in which they talk about a range of key issues. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial peri

Oct 9, 2024 • 43:39

Imperfect Paradise: Judith Butler on gender anxiety and the election

Imperfect Paradise: Judith Butler on gender anxiety and the election

In Butler’s latest book Who’s Afraid of Gender, renowned feminist and gender studies theorist Judith Butler maps out how the right has invoked a fear of gender ideology to galvanize their base. Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido sits down with Butler to discuss how they see this playing out in the U.S. presidential election and how they believe gender should be addressed at a societal and political level.  Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-mon

Oct 2, 2024 • 35:30

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón: Part 4 - Nathan Hochman vs. George Gascón

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón: Part 4 - Nathan Hochman vs. George Gascón

Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón is locked in a tough reelection battle this November against Nathan Hochman. In candid, in-depth interviews with LAist Correspondent Frank Stoltze, Hochman and Gascón make the case for their differing approaches to running the country’s largest prosecutor’s office and differing views on criminal justice reform. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to

Sep 25, 2024 • 43:48

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón, Part 3

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón, Part 3

George Gascón faces backlash from inside his own D.A.’s office and from the public. He’s become a national scapegoat  for right-wing media.  LAist Correspondent Frank Stoltze explores how Gascón’s policies have played out for people imprisoned, like Jose Santana, and families of victims. And Frank speaks to recalled San Francisco D.A. Chesa Boudin about his experience and whether the November election could be a referendum on not only Gascón, but also the national progressive DA movement.Support

Sep 18, 2024 • 47:49

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón: Part 2

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón: Part 2

George Gascón is unlike many prosecutors. His background and sweeping criminal justice policy reforms as Los Angeles District Attorney have made him a polarizing national figure. LAist Correspondent Frank Stoltze speaks with Gascón about his journey from hard-nosed LAPD cop to one of the most progressive prosecutors in the country and reports on the rebellion inside Gascón’s own DA’s office that began brewing within hours of him taking office. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. S

Sep 11, 2024 • 38:12

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón: Part 1

Imperfect Paradise: District Attorney Gascón: Part 1

Voters elected Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón in 2020 on his promises to undo decades of mass incarceration, tackle what many viewed as excessive prison sentences, and to generally create a fairer system. LAist Civics & Democracy Correspondent Frank Stoltze explores the criminal justice system Gascón set out to change. He examines decades-old practices and the impact on the people imprisoned through the case of Jose Santana. Santana ended up being sentenced to 22 years in adult pris

Sep 4, 2024 • 39:34

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 5 - Roads & Wildlife

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 5 - Roads & Wildlife

LAist Correspondent Jill Replogle speaks with Ben Goldfarb, an environmental journalist, wildlife enthusiast, and author of Crossings: How Road Ecology is Shaping the Future of Our Planet. They discuss how roads impact the wild animals in our midst, what wildlife crossings can do to mitigate that impact, and some of the other ecological solutions that are taking shape. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Suppo

Aug 21, 2024 • 25:58

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 1 - The Mountain Lion Celebrity

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 1 - The Mountain Lion Celebrity

One of Hollywood’s recent celebrities wasn’t a person, but a feline. The famed mountain lion made headlines in Los Angeles and nationwide. He became a household name for making his home in Griffith Park, right in the middle of L.A. But the overwhelming support for P-22 wasn’t enough to save him. LAist Correspondent Jill Replogle looks into P-22’s stardom, people’s obsession with him, and what his story says about our ability to coexist with wildlife in a rapidly changing, increasingly urban worl

Aug 20, 2024 • 45:45

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 4 - The Eagle Lovebirds

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 4 - The Eagle Lovebirds

Jackie and Shadow are two beloved bald eagles who live in Big Bear, a ski town a couple hours northeast of L.A. They went viral in 2024, as people tuned in to a livestream of their nest to see if their eggs would hatch. Fans around the world became deeply attached to the lovebirds, obsessing over the couple’s devotion to each other and their eggs. For Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido, the story became personal when she also began her parenthood journey. Antonia explores how our relation

Aug 14, 2024 • 24:53

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 3 - The Bear Nuisance

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 3 - The Bear Nuisance

The first deadly black bear attack in California’s history was confirmed recently in a small mountain town in Northern California. While wildlife officials say fatal bear attacks are rare, this recent death and growing encounters between bears and people underscore how high the stakes are as wild and urban worlds merge. LAist climate reporter Erin Stone takes a deeper look at bears through the lens of the mountain town of Sierra Madre, where she lives. Just 25 minutes from downtown L.A., the res

Aug 7, 2024 • 44:24

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 2 - The Coyote Villain

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 2 - The Coyote Villain

If the mountain lion is thought of as a celebrity, then, many would think of the coyote as a villain. LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin looks into why we vilify coyotes, what scientists actually know about them, and how they’ve adapted and thrived in some of the most urban parts of Southern California. Emily also explores the historic and cultural baggage that may inform people’s attitudes about coyotes. CONTENT ADVISORY: This episode includes details about a deadly coyote attack of a toddler.

Jul 31, 2024 • 44:28

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears Part 1- The Mountain Lion Celebrity

Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears Part 1- The Mountain Lion Celebrity

One of Hollywood’s recent celebrities wasn’t a person, but a feline. The famed mountain lion made headlines in Los Angeles and nationwide. He became a household name for making his home in Griffith Park, right in the middle of L.A. But the overwhelming support for P-22 wasn’t enough to save him. LAist Correspondent Jill Replogle looks into P-22’s stardom, people’s obsession with him, and what his story says about our ability to coexist with wildlife in a rapidly changing, increasingly urban worl

Jul 24, 2024 • 45:45

Imperfect Paradise: Return from Mexico

Imperfect Paradise: Return from Mexico

In 2009, Gloria Arellano de la Rosa was banned from re-entering the U.S. for ten years, finding herself separated from her four children and husband. But unlike Daniel Zamora, she didn’t remake her life in Mexico. Every day she waited to go home to the U.S. Fernanda Echavarri tells the story of what happens when Gloria finally returns to the States and reunites with her family.    Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/pa

Jul 10, 2024 • 41:22

LAist Studios present Passing The Mantle: Is Gen Z less curious than the Baby Boomers?

LAist Studios present Passing The Mantle: Is Gen Z less curious than the Baby Boomers?

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this first episode, Larry Mantle and his son Desmond, 23, talk about their wide-ranging interests and shared drive to understand why things are the way they are, and discuss whether today's generation is as intellectually curious as Larry's peers in the 1970s.   Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe tha

Jul 8, 2024 • 15:44

Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 3

Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 3

Unable to return to the U.S., Daniel Zamora struggles to build a life in Mexico, until a trip abroad suddenly upends his perspective. Lorena Ríos reports.  Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseListen to Reimagining Democracy for A Good Life, hosted by longtime equity advocate Angela Glover Blackwell. Available now at policylink.org/reimagining-democracy or wherever you get your podcastsSupport for this podcast i

Jul 3, 2024 • 32:46

Introducing Passing The Mantle, from LAist Studios

Introducing Passing The Mantle, from LAist Studios

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. It's co-hosted by Larry Mantle, host of LAist 89.3’s AirTalk, the longest-running daily talk show in Southern California, and his son Desmond Mantle. Even though Desmond is in law school pursuing a different career, he shares his dad’s fascination with the world and drive to understand why things are the way they are. Diving into topics like gender d

Jul 2, 2024 • 2:33

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 8 - How Giving Back Can Make You Feel Less Alone

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 8 - How Giving Back Can Make You Feel Less Alone

Part 8: How Giving Back Can Make You Feel Less Alone  We're back with another installment of our How To Not Be Lonely In LA series.  Today, we're talking about volunteering your time to a cause, and how doing so can make you feel a lot less alone.  Call it selfish, but doing some community service is a really great way to create connections, broaden your perspective of life, and ultimately give you a greater sense of belonging.  Producer Megan Botel is at Growing Hope Gardens in Santa Monica to

Jun 29, 2024 • 16:50

Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 2

Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 2

Daniel Zamora  waits for the decision on his deportation appeal and has to figure out how to make a life in Mexico — find work, get an apartment.  All the while, Daniel tries to keep up his cross-border relationship. Lorena Ríos reports.  Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseListen to Reimagining Democracy for A Good Life, hosted by longtime equity advocate Angela Glover Blackwell. Available now at policylink.or

Jun 26, 2024 • 34:47

Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 1

Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 1

Daniel Zamora took a roadtrip in 2011 that would take an unexpected turn to the Texas border. That detour would shatter the course of his life. Journalist Lorena Ríos reports. CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes mention of suicidal ideation.  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers services to talk to a skilled counselor. If you are feeling distressed and need to talk to a counselor, please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or visit https://988lifeline.org/.Grow your business–no matter what

Jun 18, 2024 • 35:50

LAist & NPR present 'Inheriting' Episode 1 - Carol & the Los Angeles Uprising: Part 1

LAist & NPR present 'Inheriting' Episode 1 - Carol & the Los Angeles Uprising: Part 1

Carol Kwang Park was 12 years old, working as a cashier at her family’s gas station in Compton, California, when the 1992 LA Uprising forever changed her life. Her mom was at the gas station that day and Carol was unsure if she’d even make it home. At the time, she didn’t understand why tensions came to a head in Los Angeles, following the acquittal of the officers who beat Rodney King. She also never understood why her mother insisted on keeping the business going, especially after the Uprising

Jun 15, 2024 • 43:10

Imperfect Paradise: ‘Free the Tee’: Fighting Back Against LA Golf Course Scalpers

Imperfect Paradise: ‘Free the Tee’: Fighting Back Against LA Golf Course Scalpers

LA was rocked on March 4 when Dave Fink, a golf influencer, posted a viral video on Instagram detailing how brokers - largely using a Korean messenger app- were snatching up prime time tees at Los Angeles’ public golf courses and reselling them. Here’s how an unlikely crew of golf enthusiasts’ fight to keep golf in L.A. accessible and affordable is paying off. Host Antonia Cereijido reports.   Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at S

Jun 12, 2024 • 43:34

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 7 - Looking For Community? Go Find Your 'Church'

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 7 - Looking For Community? Go Find Your 'Church'

Part 7: Looking For Community? Go Find Your 'Church'  How To LA is back with our series on How NOT To Be Lonely in LA. Today we explore the connection between religion…or lack thereof…and loneliness. For decades, Americans relied on their church, temple or mosque, or other religious institutions, for a sense of built in community. But with more and more people disaffiliating from organized religion in recent decades — particularly since the 90s — we, as a society, haven't really found a replacem

May 26, 2024 • 25:53

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker: Bonus

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker: Bonus

LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin gives us insights into the making of The Gen Z Water Dealmaker series. In this bonus episode, Emily speaks with Luke Runyon, the co-director of The Water Desk at the University of Colorado-Boulder's Center for Environmental Journalism about how she thought through the series that follows the epic negotiation over the Colorado River's future during the current historic water crisis.   Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-

May 25, 2024 • 37:40

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 9 - American Cinematheque's Year-Round Film Fest

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 9 - American Cinematheque's Year-Round Film Fest

Revival House says goodbye for now with a look at one of the biggest programming groups in town, the American Cinematheque.    Celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, screening 1500 movies a year in three iconic theaters across Los Angeles, the American Cinematheque has a movie for everybody, every night of the week. In this episode, How To LA producer Victoria Alejandro jumps into the history of these movie theaters and this programming group to shine a light on a little L.A. moviegoing h

May 23, 2024 • 20:08

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker Part 4

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker Part 4

Host Antonia Cereijido speaks with negotiations expert Victoria Medvec about how to make the best possible deal. Medvec also helps  identify ways the Colorado River water rights representatives could still change tactics and reach an agreement before time runs out. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseListen to Reimagining Democracy for A Good Life, hosted by longtime equity advocate Angela Glover Blackwell. Ava

May 22, 2024 • 24:31

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker Part 3

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker Part 3

JB Hamby and the other lead negotiators on the Colorado River have to come up with a long term solution to manage the river in the face of climate change. Will they reach a deal before it’s too late?    LAist correspondent Emily Guerin examines how JB's position on water has dramatically evolved since he first won office a few years ago. She brings us back to the current water negotiations as the conflict between the Upper and Lower Basins becomes very public, and JB struggles to convince Imperi

May 15, 2024 • 41:27

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 6 - Connect To Yourself — And Others — Through Dance

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 6 - Connect To Yourself — And Others — Through Dance

Part 6: Connect To Yourself — And Others — Through Dance  We're back with another episode in our How Not To Be Lonely in L.A. series.  Brian is out but, today, How To LA producer Megan Botel takes over the mic and explores these questions: What does it mean to connect to yourself, and why is it important for warding off feelings of loneliness? How do you do it? And in a group setting?  One way is to do the things you loved as a kid and connect with that "inner child."  For Megan, that was ballet

May 11, 2024 • 17:34

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 8 - Movies Under — And Among —  The Stars At Hollywood Forever

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 8 - Movies Under — And Among —  The Stars At Hollywood Forever

Go back to the movies with us! It's heating up in the city, so Revival House continues with a classic of spring and summertime in L.A. — a film at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Run by Cinespia, you can picnic and catch a revival film on the iconic grassy knoll. What keeps people coming back year after year? What's the history of it all? Listen along to find out. Learn more about the cemetery tour here: https://www.cemeterytour.com/ Find more about Cinespia here: https://cinespia.org/ Guests: C

May 10, 2024 • 19:54

NPR & LAist Studios present 'Inheriting'

NPR & LAist Studios present 'Inheriting'

Japanese American Incarceration. The Third World Liberation Front. The 1992 Los Angeles Uprising. What you think you know isn’t always the full story. Inheriting is a show about Asian American and Pacific Islander families that explores how the past is personal. Hosted by NPR’s Emily Kwong, we go deep with families on how their most personal, private moments are part of history. How can I support? Inheriting is entirely funded by supporters like you. If you want to hear future seasons of Inherit

May 9, 2024 • 3:52

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker: Part 2

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker: Part 2

JB Hamby is the dealmaker from California, and at 28 years old, he’s the youngest and least experienced among the representatives from the seven states involved with the Colorado River water negotiations. LAist correspondent Emily Guerin explores the beginnings of Hamby’s understanding of water growing up in the Imperial Valley, a desert farming area in California.   Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport

May 8, 2024 • 33:17

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker: Part 1

Imperfect Paradise: The Gen Z Water Dealmaker: Part 1

The Colorado River is in the midst of one of the worst water crises in recorded history. Climate change and overuse are taking a significant toll. Seven states, including California, must compromise and reach a solution to prevent the river from collapsing. In late 2023, the tensions were running high between the major players in the water world as they convened at the annual Colorado River conference in Las Vegas. LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin was there, seeking to learn as much as she can a

May 1, 2024 • 41:45

NPR Host Tonya Mosley on ‘She Has A Name,’ Reporting Her Family’s Own True Crime

NPR Host Tonya Mosley on ‘She Has A Name,’ Reporting Her Family’s Own True Crime

She Has A Name is set against the backdrop of the drug epidemic in 1980s Detroit. The new podcast hosted by NPR's Tonya Mosley blends elements of investigative journalism and memoir to tell a story about loss and redemption, mending broken family ties, and the trauma experienced by countless individuals who've lost loved ones to violence. Listen to all episodes of She Has A Name from APM Studios and Truth Be Told Presents here.  CONTENT WARNING: This episode of She Has A Name includes discussion

Apr 24, 2024 • 54:38

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 7

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 7

Part 7:  Adolfo learns about the dangers of Santa Barbara’s bluffs and gets a second opinion on Oscar’s death report.  CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions about fatal injuries and suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers services to talk to a skilled counselor. If you are feeling distressed and need to talk to a counselor, please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or visit https://988lifeline.org/.   Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-doll

Apr 17, 2024 • 38:25

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 8

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 8

Part 8: Adolfo finds new information about the night Oscar died, and has to have a difficult conversation about what really happened to Oscar.   Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a p

Apr 17, 2024 • 43:11

HTLA presents: Revival House: Part 7 - The Long Road From Silent Films to Brain Dead Studios

HTLA presents: Revival House: Part 7 - The Long Road From Silent Films to Brain Dead Studios

Go back to the movies with us! We're still profiling LA's repertory theaters in Revival House cause there are SO MANY to check out! In this episode, we explore a cool space with some deep, messy history. Fashion label Brain Dead has taken over a site that some would consider....a little cursed. Originally opened in the 1940s as The Silent Movie Theater on Fairfax, the venue was home to premieres and parties. Until a theft and murder shut the theater down. In the 2000s, it was taken over by Cinef

Apr 11, 2024 • 17:04

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 5

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 5

Part 5: Was Oscar going to leave the Chicano student movement? Adolfo discovers new information about Oscar’s last months.    Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation

Apr 10, 2024 • 45:54

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 6

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 6

Part 6: Adolfo reckons with his own relationship to his past and the Chicano student movement. And he finds someone who may have clues about what happened the night Oscar died.    Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.This program is made possible in part by the Corpo

Apr 10, 2024 • 33:03

HTLA presents: Revival House: Part 6 - The Academy Museum's Sister Cinemas

HTLA presents: Revival House: Part 6 - The Academy Museum's Sister Cinemas

We're back with another episode of Revival House, but this time we're not heading to a 100 year old theater... The David Geffen and Ted Mann theaters at the Academy Museum of Motion Arts and Pictures are a new addition to L.A's revival programming. In this episode, we explore what the theaters, which only opened in 2021, have to offer our city's moviegoing landscape. And hopefully, we demystify what seeing a movie here is actually like! (Did you know that tickets are only $10? And no, they don't

Apr 4, 2024 • 16:36

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 4

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 4

Part 4: Adolfo finds a briefcase with information that could lead to clues about Oscar’s death.    Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American peop

Apr 3, 2024 • 37:48

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 3

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 3

Part 3: Adolfo gets his first lead on a person possibly involved in Oscar’s death.   Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Apr 3, 2024 • 37:05

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 5 - Feeling Lonely? Get Moving, Make Some Friends

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 5 - Feeling Lonely? Get Moving, Make Some Friends

In our next installment of our series on How Not To Be Lonely in LA, we’re covering all the ways moving in synchrony together promotes closeness. Really, it’s just an excellent way to make friends. Luckily in LA, there are unlimited amounts of classes, courses, leagues and clubs one can join based on your particular interests. Whether it’s a dance class, sports league or a mixed martial arts training, there’s literally something for everyone. How To LA producer Megan Botel discovers why moving i

Mar 30, 2024 • 19:11

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 5 - The Highland Theatre says Goodbye

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 5 - The Highland Theatre says Goodbye

Revival House is breaking format for this episode, and we’re saying goodbye to a historic first-run movie theater.   The Highland Theatre in Highland Park was one of the only movie theaters in Northeast LA. A designated historic cultural monument, the exterior will remain intact, but its future is uncertain.    In this episode, How To LA producer Victoria Alejandro chats with host Brian De Los Santos about community memories, the history of the theater, and what might be next…   Links we mention

Mar 28, 2024 • 12:01

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 1

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 1

Imperfect Paradise: The Forgotten Revolutionary, the 2022 podcast from LAist Studios, has been optioned by Participant and is simultaneously being developed as a scripted and documentary limited series.  Part 1: Oscar Gomez was a star of the 1990s Chicano student movement and then, unexpectedly, he died. A rattling event in host Adolfo Guzman-Lopez’s life spurs him to investigate Oscar’s death.  Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at

Mar 27, 2024 • 32:56

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 2

Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 2

Part 2: Adolfo learns that there was a dark side to Oscar’s experience in the Chicano student movement.  Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the Americ

Mar 27, 2024 • 46:11

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 4 - The Gardena Cinema's Fight to Stay Open

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 4 - The Gardena Cinema's Fight to Stay Open

As we continue our series "Revival House," How To LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to the South Bay of LA. We're checking out the Gardena Cinema, which pivoted to revival screenings relatively recently.  The theater has been owned by the Kim family since 1976, and is now a non-profit run by Judy Kim and a team of 40 volunteers. Kim has saved the cinema from closures a handful of times now, and has also built up an incredible community of folks dedicated to keeping the cinema running.

Mar 21, 2024 • 23:06

Imperfect Paradise presents LAist Investigates: The Unknown Mandate - Accessing Medication Abortion at California Universities

Imperfect Paradise presents LAist Investigates: The Unknown Mandate - Accessing Medication Abortion at California Universities

Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido is joined by LAist Senior Health Reporter Jackie Fortier and Higher Education Correspondent Adolfo Guzman-Lopez to break down their investigation into why many students and faculty across California's public universities don't know that medication abortion is mandated on their campuses. This is the latest LAist Investigates episode on Imperfect Paradise that highlights reporting from our newsroom. CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes first-hand descrip

Mar 20, 2024 • 34:01

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 4 - Why Are Men So Lonely These Days?

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 4 - Why Are Men So Lonely These Days?

Part 4: Why Are Men So Lonely These Days? For the next installment of our series on How to Not Be Lonely in LA, we're honing in on one demographic: Men. In all the conversations we’ve been having with people about loneliness and human connection...be it with experts or every day Angelenos …this theme kept coming up: In a nation in the midst of a loneliness epidemic, A LOT of people are lonely. But men, typically, are the loneliest.  Today, How To LA producer Megan Botel speaks to experts in the

Mar 16, 2024 • 24:13

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 3 - Vidiots Brings 60,000 DVDs and a New Theater to a Historic Space

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 3 - Vidiots Brings 60,000 DVDs and a New Theater to a Historic Space

Neon! Mullets! Video stores! Relive the 80s with us... As we continue our series "Revival House," How to LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to Eagle Rock to check out Vidiots. The iconic video store opened in Santa Monica in the 80s, and closed its doors in 2017. But, Vidiots reopened last year in the historic Eagle theater. And yes, all of its 60,000 DVDs made the move too. Vidiots has made renting a movie cool again – and you can check out any DVD in their massive catalog for just $3.

Mar 14, 2024 • 23:15

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 4

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 4

Part 4: Half a year after Star Garden reopens as a union club, the dancers are still negotiating a contract. LAist producer Emma Alabaster brings you the latest. Plus, some of the dancers have set their sights on a different dream: a worker-owned cooperative strip club.  Here are some resources that informed our reporting: LA Co-op Lab U.S. Federation of Worker Cooperatives 2021 Worker Cooperative State of the Sector Report Yes, A Stripper Podcast For more resources  Grow your business–no matt

Mar 13, 2024 • 34:06

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 3 - Building A Music Community To Feel Less Alone

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 3 - Building A Music Community To Feel Less Alone

Part 3: Building A Music Community To Feel Less Alone For the next installment of our finding community series, we're talking music!  Writer's 'Round LA is a Nashville-style, singer-songwriter showcase and hang for artists and non-artists alike. Think a 60s or 70s era Laurel Canyon open mic night. Good vibes all around.   Today, How To LA producer Megan Botel explores how people are creating strong connections and building community through groups like Writer's 'Round LA.  Guests: Greg Gilman, s

Mar 9, 2024 • 26:24

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 2 - The New Beverly Cinema, Always On Film

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 2 - The New Beverly Cinema, Always On Film

As we continue our series "Revival House," How to LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to The New Beverly Cinema over in Fairfax, where movies are always on film. The theater, owned by Quentin Tarantino, has a long history as complex as LA's. Join us as we explore the building's history and discover what makes it a special place to catch a double feature today.  Guests: Theater and operations manager Jules McLean, projectionist Danielle Wakin, and film professor and theater historian Ross

Mar 7, 2024 • 17:21

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 3

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 3

Part 3: The Star Garden Topless Dive Bar reopens as a union strip club, but the fight doesn’t end there. What happens after the victory? LAist Producer Emma Alabaster has the story. Here are some resources that informed our reporting: Working It: Sex Workers on the Work of Sex  (In particular, the essay "White Supremacy in Organizing" by Domino Rey) Yes, A Stripper Podcast Unequal Desires: Race and Erotic Capital in the Stripping Industry by Siobhan Brooks Tits and Sass: Service Journalism by

Mar 6, 2024 • 46:19

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 2 - Speed Dating

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: Part 2 - Speed Dating

Part 2: Speed Dating Sick of dating apps? Ever try speed dating? It's part of series from How to LA that examines feelings of loneliness in this town and how people are dealing with it by making new connections. Today we are going with romantic connections. In a city that's perceived as being very hard to date in, speed dating is gaining in popularity, especially among Gen Z. How To LA host Brian De Los Santos and producer Megan Botel went to two speed dating events – one for straight folks and

Mar 2, 2024 • 27:35

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 1 - The Nuart Theater

HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 1 - The Nuart Theater

How To LA is kicking off a new 10-part series we’re calling Revival House.  We are going to take you inside these spaces — the vintage spots and some newer ones — to explore their past and their present…and help you connect with some indie theaters in YOUR neighborhoods. Our guide is How to LA producer Victoria Alejandro. our Los Feliz girly who loves to explore entertainment and the arts in LA. In this episode, Victoria is taking us to a midnight movie at the historic Nuart Theatre.The Nuart Th

Feb 29, 2024 • 19:32

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 2

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 2

Part 2: When the Star Garden strippers go public with their union campaign, they get pushback from the club’s management and a group they didn’t anticipate - other strippers. LAist Producer Emma Alabaster reports. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradiseSupport for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

Feb 28, 2024 • 43:02

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: LA Can Be Lonely AF - Reframing An 'Epidemic'

HTLA Presents: How Not To Be Lonely: LA Can Be Lonely AF - Reframing An 'Epidemic'

From LAist Studios, How to LA producer Megan Botel explores how people are dealing with feelings of loneliness – which have recently been declared a nationwide epidemic by the U.S. Surgeon General – and how some Angelenos are dealing with it by creating communities and finding new connections in the city.Through this series, we explore the depths of these feelings for people in all walks of life. And dig into how folks are easing these feelings by creating connections and all sorts of communitie

Feb 24, 2024 • 32:18

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 1

Imperfect Paradise: Strippers Union: Part 1

Part 1: In 2023, North Hollywood’s Star Garden reopened as the only unionized strip club in the U.S. LAist Producer Emma Alabaster tells us the behind-the-scenes story of the workplace conditions that pushed the dancers into action.  CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes sensitive content about sexual assault. For sexual assault and harassment support and resources, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673, which is a service of RAINN (Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Networ

Feb 21, 2024 • 42:27

Imperfect Paradise presents: Imperfect Inquiry: Have Identity Politics Been Hijacked?

Imperfect Paradise presents: Imperfect Inquiry: Have Identity Politics Been Hijacked?

Imperfect Paradise Host Antonia Cereijido speaks with philosopher and author of Elite Capture: How The Powerful Took over Identity Politics (And Everything Else) Olúfemi O. Táíwò. They examine the question: are identity politics over? It’s a question that was raised and we began to explore with Imperfect Paradise’s Nury & The Secret Tapes series. Antonia examines that question more deeply with Táíwò and presses him on why he believes identity politics have failed to deliver on their promise

Feb 14, 2024 • 29:21

RFK Jr. - The Presidential Candidate for Wellness Conspiracists?

RFK Jr. - The Presidential Candidate for Wellness Conspiracists?

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracies": Part 4: RFK Jr. - The Presidential Candidate for Wellness Conspiracists?A year after Yoga’s “Queen of Conspiracy Theories” first release, Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido explores a new, unexpected chapter in this story with Conspirituality podcast host Matthew Remski, Politico journalist David Freedlander, and LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin, who reported the series. This episode examines how the conspiracy theories, once relegated t

Feb 9, 2024 • 37:26

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories": Part 3 REDUX

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories": Part 3 REDUX

Part 3: Kundalini Yoga’s #MeToo MomentIn early 2020, just as fears about coronavirus are worsening, women begin accusing the founder of Kundalini Yoga, Yogi Bhajan, of sexual assault. Guru Jagat’s surprising response sets the stage for her radicalization during the pandemic. CONTENT WARNING: Mentions of Sexual Assault (Original Air Date: Jan. 18, 2023)  Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Go to HelloFresh.com/

Jan 31, 2024 • 34:08

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories": Part 2 REDUX

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories": Part 2 REDUX

Part 2: Kundalini RoyaltyKatie Griggs, a young woman from rural Maryland, discovers Kundalini yoga in her early 20s and goes all in. She transforms herself into Guru Jagat, a beloved and controversial yoga and wellness influencer in Los Angeles. In this episode, her friends, family, and coworkers grapple with how she changed in the final years of her life. And we explore the connections between yoga and conspiracies like QAnon. (Original Air Date: Jan. 11, 2023)  Grow your business–no matter wha

Jan 24, 2024 • 35:09

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories": Part 1 REDUX

Imperfect Paradise: Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories": Part 1 REDUX

Before her sudden death in 2021, Guru Jagat had become a famous Kundalini yoga teacher based in Los Angeles. But as the global pandemic grew, she started talking like a far-right coronavirus conspiracy theorist. What does her journey down the rabbit hole tell us about the appeal of conspiracies in the yoga and wellness community? Yoga's "Queen of Conspiracy Theories" explores Guru Jagat’s rise to fame and follows along as she responds not just to the pandemic, but to a #metoo movement scandal th

Jan 17, 2024 • 33:03

Imperfect Paradise presents HTLA: Volunteers Take On The Homelessness Crisis: Part 3 & 4

Imperfect Paradise presents HTLA: Volunteers Take On The Homelessness Crisis: Part 3 & 4

This week, Imperfect Paradise is featuring Part 3 & Part 4 of a four-part series from How To LA.  HTLA host Brian De Los Santos and producer Evan Jacoby are taking a closer look at L.A. Mayor Karen Bass's "Inside Safe" program. They also recap some of the big questions we've asked throughout the series, and bring a new question to many of our guests from the previous episodes: "What should the relationship be between mutual aid volunteers and government agencies?" If you want to learn more a

Jan 3, 2024 • 50:36

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: East West Players: A Home on Stage

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: East West Players: A Home on Stage

Listen to a panel discussion led by Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios about chronicling the 58-year history of the longest running theatre of color in the U.S. Full Event Info: Here Guests: Zandi De Jesus (she/her), actress Yu Gu (she/her), director Tamlyn Tomita (she/her), actress  (Recorded live on Dec. 12, 2023) Watch full episodes at Pbssocal.org/Artbound or the free PBS app.

Dec 29, 2023 • 50:28

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: Angel City Press: L.A. through the Pages

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: Angel City Press: L.A. through the Pages

Listen to a panel discussion led by Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios about how Angel City Press has been shaping and influencing public understanding of LA for decades. Full Event Info: Here Guests: Richie Kulchar (he/him), Director of ARTBOUND, Angel City Press Terri Accomazzo, Editorial Director, Angel City Press Paddy Calistro & Scott McAuley, Publishers, Angel City Press  (Recorded live on Nov. 14, 2023) Watch full episodes at Pbssocal.or

Dec 29, 2023 • 43:01

Imperfect Paradise presents HTLA: Volunteers Take On The Homelessness Crisis: Part 1 & 2

Imperfect Paradise presents HTLA: Volunteers Take On The Homelessness Crisis: Part 1 & 2

This week, Imperfect Paradise is featuring Part 1 & Part 2 of a four-part series from How To LA.  Unsheltered life in L.A. can be dangerous and even deadly — and there has been a massive increase in the death rate for unhoused people in the county over the last few years.There is work being done by the mayor’s office to get people off the street and into temporary housing. But the promise of services — whether in the form of housing, treatment for substance addiction, or mental health counse

Dec 27, 2023 • 1:04:06

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: Artists-In-Residence

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: Artists-In-Residence

Listen to a panel discussion led by Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios about how Artists-In-Residence programs provide artists opportunities to create uninterrupted work. Full Event Info: Here Guests: Christine Lee (she/her), artist Jia Yi Gu (she/her), Director and Curator at the MAK Center for Art and Architecture Kimberly Glann (she/her), Sr. Manager, LA County Department of Arts and Culture Carol Zou (she/her), artist  (Recorded live on Nov

Dec 22, 2023 • 35:28

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 4

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 4

Part 4: What’s the history behind the on and off-stage gender dynamics in Western magic? And what impact did the summer of 2020 have on the field of DEI? Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido explores these questions with magic historian Margaret Steele and Amber Johnson, Assistant Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff of the Division for Equity and Inclusion at UC Berkeley. For more, visit https://LAist.com/ImperfectParadise Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to HelloFresh.com/im

Dec 20, 2023 • 28:15

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: L.A. Rebellion: A Cinematic Movement

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: L.A. Rebellion: A Cinematic Movement

Listen to a panel discussion led by Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios about how, following the Watts Uprising, UCLA’s School of Theater, Film and Television enacted affirmative action policies to increase the enrollment of students of color in the film program—a group that had historically been underrepresented in the student population. Full Event Info: Here Guests: Ben Caldwell (he/him), educator and filmmaker Moctesuma Esparza (he/him), ent

Dec 15, 2023 • 57:13

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 3

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 3

Part 3:  Carly Usdin is at risk of getting kicked out of the Magic Castle. Plus, after 2020, the Magic Castle makes changes to address issues of inclusion, including setting up a Diversity and Inclusion Committee. LAist Senior Producer Natalie Chudnovsky explores how the Castle’s promises to do better pan out, several years later.  For more, visit https://LAist.com/ImperfectParadise Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% of

Dec 13, 2023 • 38:22

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND:  “América Tropical: The Martyr Mural of Siqueiros”

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: “América Tropical: The Martyr Mural of Siqueiros”

Listen to a panel discussion led by Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios about artist David Alfaro Siqueiros' popular Olvera Street mural "América Tropical". Full Event Info: Here Guests: José Figueroa (he/him), filmmaker, co-founder - Dignicraft Oscar Magallanes (he/him), artist, co-founder - 3B Collective Rebecca Zamora (she/her), independent scholar, arts professional  (Recorded live on Oct. 3, 2023) Watch full episodes at Pbssocal.org/Artboun

Dec 8, 2023 • 34:50

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 2

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 2

Part 2: Once inside the iconic members-only Magic Castle, queer hobbyist magician Carly Usdin starts to become disillusioned with the club. LAist Senior Producer Natalie Chudnovsky dives into how this comes to a head in 2020, when the Magic Castle faces allegations of racism and sexism.  For more, visit https://LAist.com/ImperfectParadise Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months!Grow your bu

Dec 6, 2023 • 34:44

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: Chinatown Punk Wars

LAist + KCET present ARTBOUND: Chinatown Punk Wars

Listen to Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios, as she leads a discussion with all-girl, LA-based punk band The Linda Lindas and musician/author/punk rock trailblazer Alice Bag (she/her) and Jessica Schwartz (she/her), associate professor, music industry; musicology at the The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music.  This inaugural event of the LAist + KCET ARTBOUND Screening Series, in partnership with Grand Performances, featured the premiere screeni

Dec 2, 2023 • 21:06

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 1

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: The Castle: Part 1

Part 1: When Carly Usdin moved to Los Angeles, they became obsessed with getting inside its iconic members-only club for magicians, the Magic Castle. LAist Senior Producer Natalie Chudnovsky tells the story. For more, visit https://LAist.com/ImperfectParadise Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months!Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial

Nov 29, 2023 • 28:31

Imperfect Paradise presents LAist Investigates: The Truth Inside California's Nursing Homes

Imperfect Paradise presents LAist Investigates: The Truth Inside California's Nursing Homes

Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido is joined by LAist reporter Elly Yu for a special single episode of LAist Investigates, the first of many to come episodes dedicated to one of our newsroom’s investigations. Elly breaks down the history and reality of treatment that led to the “warehousing” of mental health patients in nursing homes across California. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15% off the next

Nov 22, 2023 • 25:35

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 4

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 4

Part 4: LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin and Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijido explore how and why Sadie and Eddie Martinez’s accuser, Katie Sorensen, went viral with her false accusation, plus how mom-fluencers can spread conspiracies. With insights from “Momfluenced” author Sara Peterson.   Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate   #SadieMartinez #ImperfectParadise #LAistStudios Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months!G

Nov 15, 2023 • 20:51

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 3

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 3

Part 3:  The white woman who falsely accused a Latino couple of attempting to kidnap her kids faces an investigation and goes on trial after her accusers fight to hold her accountable. Can the same criminal justice system that so-called Karens abuse be used to bring them to justice? LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin reports.   Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate #SadieMartinez #ImperfectParadise #LAistStudios Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15%

Nov 8, 2023 • 42:34

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 2

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 2

Part 2: When a Latino couple, Sadie and Eddie Martinez, is falsely accused by a white woman of attempted kidnapping, their lives are upended as the accusation goes viral. LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin examines how the police’s investigation takes an unexpected turn and how the dark corners of the internet may have influenced the couple’s accuser.  CONTENT WARNING: Sensitive subject matter Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect f

Oct 30, 2023 • 28:33

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 1

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: People vs. Karen: Part 1

Part 1: Sadie and Eddie Martinez, a Latino couple, were falsely accused of attempted kidnapping by a white mom-fluencer in Petaluma, California. LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin tells us about Sadie’s quest to hold her accuser accountable, amid the “Karen phenomenon” when multiple white women were caught in viral videos falsely accusing people of color of crimes. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate #SadieMartinez #ImperfectParadise #LAistStudiosGo to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use

Oct 24, 2023 • 34:39

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 4

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 4

In the year since the L.A. City Council tape scandal, a lot has changed. Efforts are underway to reform the redistricting process. Nury Martinez and Gil Cedillo are gone from the council. Only Kevin De León remains. Progressive shifts in the council are influencing its policies, and new elected members are working to forge a new way forward in L.A. This is the last episode of Nury & The Secret Tapes. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50im

Oct 23, 2023 • 35:12

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 4

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 4

In the year since the L.A. City Council tape scandal, a lot has changed. Efforts are underway to reform the redistricting process. Nury Martinez and Gil Cedillo are gone from the council. Only Kevin De León remains. Progressive shifts in the council are influencing its policies, and new elected members are working to forge a new way forward in L.A. This is the last episode of Nury & The Secret Tapes. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code

Oct 23, 2023 • 35:14

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 3

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 3

Host Antonia Cereijido presses former L.A. City Council President Nury Martinez to account for the racist, hurtful comments she made on the secret recording that rocked Los Angeles and led to her resignation. CONTENT WARNING: Sensitive subject matter.  Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months! Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period

Oct 16, 2023 • 52:50

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 3

LAist Studios Presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 3

Host Antonia Cereijido presses former L.A. City Council President Nury Martinez to account for the racist, hurtful comments she made on the secret recording that rocked Los Angeles and led to her resignation. CONTENT WARNING: Sensitive subject matter.  Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/donate Go to Hellofresh.com/50imperfect and use code 50imperfect for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months! Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period

Oct 16, 2023 • 52:48

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 2

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 2

Before the L.A. City Council tape scandal, Nury Martinez, the former council president, was known as a champion of working class immigrants. After, she became the poster child of anti-Blackness and colorism in the Latino community. Host Antonia Cereijido examines how Nury's upbringing influenced her politics and the divisions that emerged within the council under Nury's leadership, leading up to the secretly-recorded conversation. Listen to Imperfect Paradise. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.

Oct 9, 2023 • 45:41

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 2

LAist Studios presents: Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 2

Before the L.A. City Council tape scandal, Nury Martinez, the former council president, was known as a champion of working class immigrants. After, she became the poster child of anti-Blackness and colorism in the Latino community. Host Antonia Cereijido examines how Nury's upbringing influenced her politics and the divisions that emerged within the council under Nury's leadership, leading up to the secretly-recorded conversation. Listen to Imperfect Paradise. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.

Oct 9, 2023 • 45:39

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 1

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 1

We take you behind the scenes of the L.A. City Council tape scandal, a year later. The secret recordings of the conversation among four of the city’s most powerful Latino leaders making racist, derogatory insults – exposed thorny, unresolved issues of race and politics. Host Antonia Cereijido explores those issues and speaks with the people who were most affected by the tapes, including former councilman Mike Bonin. And for the first time since resigning, former L.A. City Council President Nury

Sep 27, 2023 • 40:45

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 1

LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 1

We take you behind the scenes of the L.A. City Council tape scandal, a year later. The secret recordings of the conversation among four of the city’s most powerful Latino leaders making racist, derogatory insults – exposed thorny, unresolved issues of race and politics. Host Antonia Cereijido explores those issues and speaks with the people who were most affected by the tapes, including former councilman Mike Bonin. And for the first time since resigning, former L.A. City Council President Nury

Sep 27, 2023 • 40:43

Introducing Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes from LAist Studios

Introducing Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes from LAist Studios

“Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes” tells the story of the biggest political scandal in recent Los Angeles history. A secret recording leaked online in 2022 exposed then-LA City Council President Nury Martinez making racist and derogatory remarks. A year after the scandal and her resignation, Nury breaks her silence in an exclusive interview with LAist. From LAist Studios, “Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes,” coming September 27, 2023.

Sep 20, 2023 • 3:06

Introducing Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes from LAist Studios

Introducing Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes from LAist Studios

“Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes” tells the story of the biggest political scandal in recent Los Angeles history. A secret recording leaked online in 2022 exposed then-LA City Council President Nury Martinez making racist and derogatory remarks. A year after the scandal and her resignation, Nury breaks her silence in an exclusive interview with LAist. From LAist Studios, “Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes,” coming September 27, 2023.

Sep 20, 2023 • 3:04

From LAist Studios: Imperfect Paradise Returning Sept. 27, 2023

From LAist Studios: Imperfect Paradise Returning Sept. 27, 2023

We are excited to announce LAist Studios' award-winning narrative podcast "Imperfect Paradise" relaunches in September as a weekly show with Antonia Cereijido as our host!  Be sure to follow and subscribe to "Imperfect Paradise" wherever you get your podcasts.  From LAist Studios: "Imperfect Paradise", new weekly episodes coming September 27th.

Aug 22, 2023 • 3:50

From LAist Studios: Imperfect Paradise Returning Sept. 27, 2023

From LAist Studios: Imperfect Paradise Returning Sept. 27, 2023

We are excited to announce LAist Studios' award-winning narrative podcast "Imperfect Paradise" relaunches in September as a weekly show with Antonia Cereijido as our host!  Be sure to follow and subscribe to "Imperfect Paradise" wherever you get your podcasts.  From LAist Studios: "Imperfect Paradise", new weekly episodes coming September 27th.

Aug 22, 2023 • 3:50

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes: When Girls--And Barbie--Could Do Anything

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes: When Girls--And Barbie--Could Do Anything

In this episode, Ruth and Elliot Handler are gone, and the new Mattel team, led by a man who feared the volatility of the toy business, diversified the company and made a big gamble on electronics. It didn’t work. Fortunately, Barbie ends up in the sure hands of some trailblazing women executives, who could see that the culture was moving in a direction very compatible with Barbie’s persona. From the workforce to the workout, Barbie was a doll of her times. This podcast is supported by Gordon an

Jul 21, 2023 • 32:26

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes: When Girls--And Barbie--Could Do Anything

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes: When Girls--And Barbie--Could Do Anything

In this episode, Ruth and Elliot Handler are gone, and the new Mattel team, led by a man who feared the volatility of the toy business, diversified the company and made a big gamble on electronics. It didn’t work. Fortunately, Barbie ends up in the sure hands of some trailblazing women executives, who could see that the culture was moving in a direction very compatible with Barbie’s persona. From the workforce to the workout, Barbie was a doll of her times. This podcast is supported by Gordon an

Jul 21, 2023 • 32:24

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios - Battle of the Bulge

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios - Battle of the Bulge

In episode two of LA Made: The Barbie Tapes, for Barbie, the cultural upheaval of the 60s and 70s incites one identity crisis after another as Mattel tries to keep up with the times. On top of that, she has a new boyfriend to deal with. Ken's creation is a big hit for Barbie fans, but he’s facing a few growing pains of his own. In this episode, we investigate Ken's origin story, delve into the inner workings of Mattel, and hear how Barbie's inventor, Ruth Handler, was ousted from her own company

Jul 14, 2023 • 32:37

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios - Battle of the Bulge

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios - Battle of the Bulge

In episode two of LA Made: The Barbie Tapes, for Barbie, the cultural upheaval of the 60s and 70s incites one identity crisis after another as Mattel tries to keep up with the times. On top of that, she has a new boyfriend to deal with. Ken's creation is a big hit for Barbie fans, but he’s facing a few growing pains of his own. In this episode, we investigate Ken's origin story, delve into the inner workings of Mattel, and hear how Barbie's inventor, Ruth Handler, was ousted from her own company

Jul 14, 2023 • 32:38

Introducing LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios

Introducing LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios

Season 2 of “LA Made” tells the true story of the making and marketing of the most famous doll in the world, Barbie, told by the people who did it. We’ll hear from Mattel co-founder Ruth Handler, who spent years trying to convince her own company to make a teen aged fashion doll. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made

Jul 10, 2023 • 31:48

Introducing LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios

Introducing LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios

Season 2 of “LA Made” tells the true story of the making and marketing of the most famous doll in the world, Barbie, told by the people who did it. We’ll hear from Mattel co-founder Ruth Handler, who spent years trying to convince her own company to make a teen aged fashion doll. From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".  Listen now at https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made

Jul 10, 2023 • 31:46

Listener Love Stories

Listener Love Stories

In this special episode (and our season finale!), Erick and Megan hear from listeners about the wildest things they did for love. Plus, love isn't always perfect. We'll also hear listeners breakup stories.  Content Warning: Some Sensitive Subject Matter. Listener Discretion Advised. Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Jul 4, 2023 • 31:06

How To Overcome a Toxic Relationship with Damona Hoffman

How To Overcome a Toxic Relationship with Damona Hoffman

In this special episode, Erick and Megan interview dating coach and certified love expert Damona Hoffman about how to spot the signs of a toxic relationship, like the one the fictional characters were in during our nine part audio drama. They discuss strategies for pursuing healthy relationships: like how communication and trust play a role and identifying relationship pink flags (yes, there is such a thing)! For more love tips from Damona, check out her show, The Dates & Mates Podcast.  Sup

Jun 27, 2023 • 35:46

The WILD Live Show

The WILD Live Show

In this special live episode of the show, we get real. Erick and Megan are joined on stage at the Crawford Family Forum by actress Gabrielle Ruiz and Into It host Sam Sanders. They discuss the state of the romantic comedy today, share love stories, and play some games. Listen to test your own rom-com trivia knowledge!    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corp

Jun 20, 2023 • 29:35

A Lizzo Song

A Lizzo Song

Erick must decide if he’s going to take the leap back into love.  This is part nine of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Jun 13, 2023 • 22:22

Tom Hanks, the Sequel - and Farewell, John Horn!

Tom Hanks, the Sequel - and Farewell, John Horn!

Part two of John’s discussion with Tom Hanks reflecting on the podcast Dead Eyes and lessons he’s learned on set and in the audition room over the years. Plus, a special message from John. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Jun 9, 2023 • 27:06

Building Worlds with Susan Downey

Building Worlds with Susan Downey

Producer Susan Downey on creating worlds, the importance of freshness, and her creative relationship with Robert Downey Jr, partner/husband. Also, writer Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz talks about the strike and the cancellation of Gordita Chronicles. Plus, TV recommendations from John. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Jun 7, 2023 • 30:58

On The Rocks

On The Rocks

Luna takes her shot as Erick must swallow his pride and ask his parents for something he never imagined. This is part eight of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Jun 6, 2023 • 19:42

The Hollywood Sign “It's a dream. It's a notion. It's a hope.”

The Hollywood Sign “It's a dream. It's a notion. It's a hope.”

A new documentary series Iconic America explores the history of the Hollywood sign, the idea of “Hollywood” in American culture, and our deep affection for a very complicated place. Plus, John’s recommendations of great Hollywood movies. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

Jun 2, 2023 • 25:09

The Tinder Paradox

The Tinder Paradox

Luna and Erick go to a party in the Hollywood Hills but you won’t believe who is throwing it. This is part seven of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

May 30, 2023 • 21:04

Succession’s Jeremy Strong on acting & “lightning strike moments”

Succession’s Jeremy Strong on acting & “lightning strike moments”

As the finale approaches, a deep dive with Succession actor Jeremy Strong on acting - his philosophy on the craft, impactful lessons, and how he doesn’t like to over-rehearse. Support Retake by donating now at LAist.com/join

May 26, 2023 • 22:07

Backstory

Backstory

Erick finally learns the shocking truth about Luna’s dad. This is part six of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

May 23, 2023 • 23:10

WILD: Milwaukee

WILD: Milwaukee

Erick and Luna finally arrive in Milwaukee, but time is running out to save their relationship. This is part five of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

May 16, 2023 • 20:05

WILD: Mount Rushmore, Part 2

WILD: Mount Rushmore, Part 2

Erick and Luna each have epiphanies at Mount Rushmore ... but they aren't necessarily the good kind. This is part four of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

May 9, 2023 • 26:47

The Space Needle

The Space Needle

After the biggest fight of their relationship, things get increasingly awkward between Erick and Luna. Especially when they wake up in bed together the morning after the fight. This is part three of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for P

May 2, 2023 • 22:21

WILD: Mount Rushmore, Part 1

WILD: Mount Rushmore, Part 1

Erick is excited about a trip to Mt. Rushmore, but he’s upset when one of Luna’s exes crashes the party.  This is part two of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.  The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Apr 25, 2023 • 28:29

WILD: A Southeast L.A. Rom-Com

WILD: A Southeast L.A. Rom-Com

Erick Galindo tells Megan Tan a fictional story about the wildest thing he did for love. It's inspired by his life. It all goes back to meeting Luna, a woman from Southeast Los Angeles. She could be the one.  This is part one of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Apr 18, 2023 • 29:22

WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love, Premieres April 18

WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love, Premieres April 18

It's coming! WILD Season 2 premieres on Tuesday, April 18. This season is all about the wildest things we do for love. It's a nine-part fiction rom-com for your ears. A couple from Southeast L.A. embarks on a road trip adventure across America. Will their relationship survive the trip? Find out on WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love.

Apr 11, 2023 • 1:50

Erick Galindo and Megan Tan Announce WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love

Erick Galindo and Megan Tan Announce WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love

This season, Erick Galindo is going tell you a fictional love story. It was inspired by his life. It's about a road trip adventure across America. Erick, the woman he loved, and for some reason her mom and her best friend, all in one car. On the road for weeks. He was steeped in love and in one of the most confusing relationships of his life. The kind of love that forces you to confront parts of yourself in a way you never have before. The kind where despite all that you wind up saying to yourse

Feb 14, 2023 • 4:33

Introducing "Snooze" from LAist Studios

Introducing "Snooze" from LAist Studios

Introducing "Snooze," a new show from LAist Studios about things people put off, how they conquer them, but most importantly, how they conquer themselves. In each episode, host Megan Tan, the Snooze Squad and guest celebrities will strategize an action plan for people like you and me to face our fears. Take a listen and subscribe to Snooze wherever you get your podcasts! Snooze fans: go to HelloFresh.com/snooze16 and use code snooze16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Feals: become a mem

Jul 7, 2022 • 34:22

Introducing Human/Nature from LAist Studios

Introducing Human/Nature from LAist Studios

Introducing Human/Nature, from LAist Studios, a podcast with a wild yet inspiring thesis: if you step outside and reconnect with nature in your own city, you’ll feel better, reconnect with yourself, and find your place in the world. This podcast will empower you to reclaim your attention.  In Episode 1, host and nature activist Marcos Trinidad talks with Jenny Odell, an artist and author of the book, “How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy.” O’Dell talks about birdwatching, the repos

Apr 25, 2022 • 23:54

Introducing The Academy Museum Podcast, by LAist Studios

Introducing The Academy Museum Podcast, by LAist Studios

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and LAist Studios present a new multi-season audio series that examines the myriad of stories of our cinematic history. Jacqueline Stewart, Chief Artistic and Programming Officer of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and a MacArthur Fellow, hosts the series.  The Academy Awards have been a source of iconic moments and cultural impact since the award ceremony began in 1929. The awards often reflect and amplify the political, economic, and the cultural mov

Mar 25, 2022 • 36:56

Introducing Imperfect Paradise by LAist Studios

Introducing Imperfect Paradise by LAist Studios

Imperfect Paradise, produced by LAist Studios, is a longform narrative podcast showcasing California stories with universal significance. Each of our stories takes on something essential about California -- its progressiveness, its reputation as a home for dreamers and schemers, its heartbreaking inequality, its varied and diverse communities, its unique combination of dense cities and wild places -- and breaks it down into three, 20-30 minute episodes that will be released occasionally.

Jan 27, 2022 • 21:27

From LAist Studios: Author Karla Cornejo Villavicencio on Yeah No, I'm Not OK

From LAist Studios: Author Karla Cornejo Villavicencio on Yeah No, I'm Not OK

Karla shot to fame when she wrote an essay about being an undocumented student at Harvard. But instead of book deals, she looked for more meaning in writing and exploring her identity. Along the way, she learned more about herself and tells Diane how the correct diagnoses, therapy, strict personal boundaries, and self-acceptance have all changed her life for the better. If you are having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the United States at 1-800-273-8255

Aug 30, 2021 • 53:10

WILD: How Do I Move on? Starring Erick Galindo

WILD: How Do I Move on? Starring Erick Galindo

Episode 10 As the vaccines arrive, writer Erick Galindo's entire family gets COVID. Except his favorite person, a dog named Blanca, who teaches Erick a valuable lesson about moving on and letting go on a very special TV-style episode of WILD.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made poss

Aug 16, 2021 • 40:03

WILD: Is It Safe to Leave? Starring Shan Wallace

WILD: Is It Safe to Leave? Starring Shan Wallace

Episode 9 Baltimore-born photographer Shan Wallace talks about why we’re not ready for the world to re-open. And how she found new ways to capture the world through her lens.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private c

Aug 9, 2021 • 27:18

How Do I Cope? Starring: Aida Rodriguez

How Do I Cope? Starring: Aida Rodriguez

Episode 8 Aida Rodriguez began her comedy career while living in a car with her two kids and working a full time job on the side. Now she is one of the funniest standup comics on the planet and she learned how to do that as a way of coping with the feeling of despair, something that’s helped her get through the pandemic.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quali

Aug 2, 2021 • 34:10

WILD: How Do I Love Someone? Starring Megan Tan

WILD: How Do I Love Someone? Starring Megan Tan

Episode 7 We made a rom-com! Falling in love during a pandemic unexpectedly distorts time to an exponential degree. In a fiction meets non-fiction romantic comedy, Megan Tan explains.  The following episode is intended for mature audiences. Listener discretion is advised.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to l

Jul 26, 2021 • 41:51

WILD: Do I Have Imposter Syndrome? Starring Linda Yvette Chávez

WILD: Do I Have Imposter Syndrome? Starring Linda Yvette Chávez

Episode 6 Linda Yvette Chávez co-created a hit Netflix show called Gentefied and is writing a major motion picture, but none of that helped with her imposter syndrome. But when she had to run a show and direct for the first-time in the middle of the pandemic, she found her voice and is now sharing her best practices for dealing with insecurity in the professional world.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible b

Jul 19, 2021 • 33:00

What Should I Do for a Living? Starring Jenny Yang

What Should I Do for a Living? Starring Jenny Yang

Episode 5 With the comedy clubs shut down across the country, comedian Jenny Yang reinvents the venue by hosting stand-up in one of her favorite online gaming worlds: Animal Crossing.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a

Jul 12, 2021 • 33:28

WILD: Will I Be a Good Kid? Starring Your Children

WILD: Will I Be a Good Kid? Starring Your Children

Episode 4 This is what the pandemic looked like to children of different ages, from different communities and even different countries.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American peopl

Jul 5, 2021 • 19:38

WILD: Will I Be a Good Father? Starring Chris Garcia

WILD: Will I Be a Good Father? Starring Chris Garcia

Episode 3 Comedian Chris Garcia didn’t plan on having children. Then he became a dad in the middle of the pandemic, opening his heart in ways he never imagined and helping to heal the loss of his own father.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation fo

Jun 28, 2021 • 31:10

WILD: Will I Be a Good Mom? Starring Sarah “La Morena” Palafox

WILD: Will I Be a Good Mom? Starring Sarah “La Morena” Palafox

Episode 2 Black Mexican banda music star Sarah “La Morena” Palafox spent her whole life deflecting racism. Then suddenly found herself giving birth to a beautiful Black boy in the middle of a civil rights uprising. That's when she started to fight back.   Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program i

Jun 21, 2021 • 29:16

What Does It Mean to Be Home? Starring Daisy Figueroa

What Does It Mean to Be Home? Starring Daisy Figueroa

Episode 1When the Pandemic chases Daisy Figueroa back to her childhood home, she decides to transform it. In the process, she creates her own business and redefines the standard of living for people in her community.    Support WILD and other LAist Studios podcasts by donating now at LAist.com/join. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corpo

Jun 21, 2021 • 33:54

Introducing WILD

Introducing WILD

This is a podcast about origin stories. About those moments big and small that transform people forever. Season 1 of WILD is our origin story. It’s a time capsule of these kinds of moments captured during a global pandemic that left a lot of us growing up again while stuck at home for more than a year. This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist Support for this podcast is made possible

Jun 9, 2021 • 3:02

All 'Good' Things Must End

All 'Good' Things Must End

"The Good Place" has been one of the few broadcast network breakout hits in recent years. With the series ending tonight, we revisit our interviews with series creator Michael Schur, writer Jen Statsky, and cast member D’Arcy Carden.

Jan 30, 2020 • 25:51

Greta Gerwig Couldn't Resist 'Little Women'

Greta Gerwig Couldn't Resist 'Little Women'

The writer/director has an Academy Award nomination for her adaptation of the Louisa May Alcott classic; photographer Thomas Kiefer turns border detritus into art.

Jan 29, 2020 • 28:20

Glen Keane Was Drawn To Kobe For 'Dear Basketball'

Glen Keane Was Drawn To Kobe For 'Dear Basketball'

The veteran animator talks about collaborating with the NBA legend on their Academy Award-winning short animated film; Carlos Lopez Estrada's "Summertime" is a collaboration with 25 spoken word poets; the Oscar-nominated production design for “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.”

Jan 28, 2020 • 27:50

Hillary Clinton Documentary Debuts At Sundance

Hillary Clinton Documentary Debuts At Sundance

The film festival presented the premiere of "Hillary," a four-part series coming to Hulu in March; filmmaker Gotham Chopra talks about his 2015 documentary, “Kobe Bryant’s Muse.”

Jan 27, 2020 • 28:34

The Frame Grammy Special

The Frame Grammy Special

Despite an ongoing dispute between The Recording Academy and its recently-ousted CEO, the show will go on, so we’ll spotlight a wide range of nominees and celebrate the music they make.

Jan 25, 2020 • 53:44

The Documentary 'Crip Camp' Opens Sundance

The Documentary 'Crip Camp' Opens Sundance

The festival's opening night featured a film about a 1970s camp for disabled teens, some of whom became activists in the disability-rights movement; the Grammys' problem du jour; the Academy Award-nominated documentary, "For Sama."

Jan 24, 2020 • 28:32

It's Sundance Time Again

It's Sundance Time Again

John Horn is off to the film festival, where the schedule includes a documentary about Hillary Clinton and a feature film, "The Assistant," largely inspired by stories of working for Harvey Weinstein; Jonathan Pryce, Academy Award best actor nominee for "The Two Popes," talks about portraying Pope Francis.

Jan 23, 2020 • 28:30

Kathreen Khavari's 'Embrace' Hits Close To Home

Kathreen Khavari's 'Embrace' Hits Close To Home

The actress and writer heads for the Sundance Film Festival with a TV project that is partially inspired by her Iranian immigrant family; opening arguments take place today in Harvey Weinstein's trial; the controversy shrouding the Grammy Awards continues to evolve.

Jan 22, 2020 • 28:03

Michael Stipe Is Making Music Again

Michael Stipe Is Making Music Again

The former R.E.M. frontman retreated from music after the band split up in 2011, but he's back with two new songs; wrapping up the Television Critics Assn. winter tour, which previewed what's coming up from networks, cable channels and streaming services.

Jan 21, 2020 • 28:03

Weekend: Michael Stipe Is Back; A "Star Wars" Unicorn and more...

Weekend: Michael Stipe Is Back; A "Star Wars" Unicorn and more...

Michael Stipe has two new solo singles; Victoria Mahoney is the first woman and first person of color behind a camera on a "Star Wars" movie, Mary Steenburgen turns a bizarre brain phenomenon into a music career; "American Factory" gets an Oscar nomination; Franklin Leonard makes an alt Oscar ballot.

Jan 18, 2020 • 51:06

Why Auschwitz Is 'Not Long Ago. Not Far Away'

Why Auschwitz Is 'Not Long Ago. Not Far Away'

An exhibition at New York's Museum of Jewish Heritage attempts to fight growing ignorance about the Holocaust; turmoil at the Grammy organization; a new fund aims to improve equity and inclusion in film and TV.

Jan 17, 2020 • 25:40

Chuck Palahniuk Writes About Writing

Chuck Palahniuk Writes About Writing

The prolific author examines his craft in “Consider This: Moments in My Writing Life After Which Everything Was Different"; J. Clara Chan of The Wrap reports from the Harvey Weinstein trial; the satirical comedy group Culture Clash takes on a Baroque opera;

Jan 16, 2020 • 25:41

'Moulin Rouge!' Is The Ultimate Jukebox Musical

'Moulin Rouge!' Is The Ultimate Jukebox Musical

Justin Levine, music supervisor for the Broadway adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 film, talks about adapting recent pop songs for the period musical; The Lucas Museum has acquired a prominent collection of ephemera related to African American film history; Mary Steenburgen's sudden and odd songwriting career.

Jan 15, 2020 • 25:52

The Particular Challenge Of Writing '1917'

The Particular Challenge Of Writing '1917'

Oscar-nominated screenwriter Krysty Wilson-Cairns on how she and director Sam Mendes penned the script knowing the film would be shot as if it was one continuous take; an alternate history of this year's Oscar nominations; multimedia artist Miwa Matreyek takes her environmental activism to the stage.

Jan 14, 2020 • 25:43

The Return Of #OscarsSoWhite

The Return Of #OscarsSoWhite

The Academy Award nominations include only one non-white artist among the 20 nominees in the acting categories. And women are again shut out in the directing category.

Jan 13, 2020 • 25:51

Weekend: Jon Batiste; Iranian-American comedian Zahra Noorbaksh; Cristela Alonzo & more...

Weekend: Jon Batiste; Iranian-American comedian Zahra Noorbaksh; Cristela Alonzo & more...

Jon Batiste reveals how he and Stephen Colbert first bonded; Zahra Noorbaksh, a proud "feminist, Muslim, Iranian-American comedian" uses her voice more than ever; Cristela Alonzo reflects on her life in a new memoir; meet the man behind the Daptone sound and more...

Jan 11, 2020 • 51:02

Cristela Alonzo's 'Mixtape Memoir'

Cristela Alonzo's 'Mixtape Memoir'

The writer and stand-up comedian has a new book and a newfound passion for performing; TV networks preview their coming shows, including the next season of "Fargo," starring Chris Rock and Jason Schwartzman; the exhibit "Natural History of Horror" looks at how real events inspired some favorite scary movies.

Jan 10, 2020 • 25:41

A Unicorn In 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker'

A Unicorn In 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker'

There aren't many women working as second unit directors on movies, much less African-Americans, but Victoria Mahoney has broken through; Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman make their sales pitch for Quibi.

Jan 9, 2020 • 25:40

Iran In The News And On A Comedian's Mind

Iran In The News And On A Comedian's Mind

Zahra Noorbakhsh, an Iranian-American comedian who regularly incorporates her identity into her act, now has some new material; actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II played Doctor Manhattan on "Watchmen" and this year, he’ll star in two high profile movies; the man behind The Daptone Sound.

Jan 8, 2020 • 25:50

For Jon Batiste, Better 'Late' Than Never

For Jon Batiste, Better 'Late' Than Never

The pianist has taken full advantage of his role as bandleader for "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"; breaking down the Directors Guild Award nominations.

Jan 7, 2020 • 28:20

The 'L Word' For A New Generation

The 'L Word' For A New Generation

Stars and executive producers Kate Moenning and Leisha Hailey talk about the reboot of the Showtime series; Harvey Weinstein's trial gets underway in New York City; the influential L.A.-based artist John Baldessari has died.

Jan 6, 2020 • 28:10

Weekend: The 'Watchmen' Man To Watch; A Decade in Film, TV, Music & Theater; LGBTQ Mariachis

Weekend: The 'Watchmen' Man To Watch; A Decade in Film, TV, Music & Theater; LGBTQ Mariachis

"Watchmen" star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is in high profile movies this year from Jordan Peele and Aaron Sorkin; John Horn reviews the evolution in film, television, pop music and theater over the last decade; we meet the band Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles.

Jan 4, 2020 • 53:27

Looking Back At The Decade In Movies And Pop Music

Looking Back At The Decade In Movies And Pop Music

The highlights and lowlights from the 2010s in movies with Manohla Dargis (New York Times) and culture critic Tre'vell Anderson, and pop music with Nate Sloan and Charlie Harding of the podcast, “Switched on Pop.”

Jan 3, 2020 • 28:06

Looking Back At The Decade In TV And Theater

Looking Back At The Decade In TV And Theater

The highlights and lowlights from the 2010s in TV with Lorraine Ali (Los Angeles Times) and Daniel Fienberg (The Hollywood Reporter), and theater with Jesse Green (New York Times).

Jan 2, 2020 • 28:08

The Autobiography Of A Flea (To A Point)

The Autobiography Of A Flea (To A Point)

In his memoir, "Acid For The Children," the bass player from the Red Hot Chili Peppers (born Michael Peter Balzary) details his wild days as a child and teen before forming the band in Los Angeles.

Dec 31, 2019 • 16:00

'Horror Stories' From Liz Phair

'Horror Stories' From Liz Phair

The singer/songwriter's memoir reflects on death, sex, motherhood and misogyny.

Dec 30, 2019 • 18:29

The Frame's Five Years In Review

The Frame's Five Years In Review

Yes, a lot of media outlets are currently re-capping the past decade —and we've been here for half of it! Join us for many of our favorite moments.

Dec 28, 2019 • 32:28

Bradley Whitford Plays The Field

Bradley Whitford Plays The Field

The veteran actor has lately been starring in some dark roles ("Get Out," The Handmaid's Tale"), but he has switched things up with the sitcom, "Perfect Harmony."

Dec 27, 2019 • 18:31

Lena & Melina & 'Queen & Slim'

Lena & Melina & 'Queen & Slim'

Writer Lena Waithe and director Melina Matsoukas talk about their provocative film about a tragic incident involving a black couple and a white policeman; five years later, what has Hollywood learned from the Sony hack?

Dec 26, 2019 • 28:18

A Mariachi Group With A Rainbow Of Sound

A Mariachi Group With A Rainbow Of Sound

L.A.'s Marachi Arcoiris bills itself as the first LGBTQ group that plays traditional Mexican music; what should we make of the Golden Globes?; the Huntington Museum turns 100 with a centennial exhibition.

Dec 24, 2019 • 28:17

Kim Gordon, Solo And On The Record

Kim Gordon, Solo And On The Record

After her longtime stint in Sonic Youth, followed by a two-person band called Body/Head, the singer and bassist has her first solo album, "No Home Record"; writer Nell Scovell mends fences (sort of) with David Letterman; Mati Diop's Senegalese film, "Atlantics," is on the shortlist for best international feature film at the Academy Awards.

Dec 23, 2019 • 28:18

Weekend: Greta Gerwig; Jewish women on TV; The Black List; Making 'The Two Popes' and '1917'

Weekend: Greta Gerwig; Jewish women on TV; The Black List; Making 'The Two Popes' and '1917'

Greta Gerwig shares her passion for "Little Women"; one TV journalist surveys how Jewish women are portrayed on TV; Jonathan Pryce dons the robes of Pope Francis for "The Two Popes"; a photographer turns objects confiscated from detainees at the border into art; The Black List turns 15; the ambitious filming of "1917".

Dec 21, 2019 • 52:23

Charlize Theron Helped Drop 'Bombshell'

Charlize Theron Helped Drop 'Bombshell'

The actress not only stars in the movie about the downfall of Roger Ailes at Fox News, she is also credited as a producer; assistants in Hollywood want better pay and treatment; "Not at the Dinner Table" is a release valve for uncomfortable holiday gatherings.

Dec 20, 2019 • 27:12

The Movie Time Machine Of '1917'

The Movie Time Machine Of '1917'

Director Sam Mendes and cinematographer Roger Deakins collaborated to film the movie in a single, continuous shot; will "Cats" snuggle up to moviegoers?; songwriter Kathryn Bostic is on the shortlist of nominees for the Academy Awards best original song.

Dec 19, 2019 • 27:06

Vatican Intrigue With 'The Two Popes'

Vatican Intrigue With 'The Two Popes'

Jonathan Pryce talks about playing the reluctant Pope Francis and screenwriter Anthony McCarten talks about mixing fact and fiction; top screenplays in The Black List.

Dec 18, 2019 • 27:14

Greta Gerwig's Take On 'Little Women'

Greta Gerwig's Take On 'Little Women'

The director willed her way onto the project to tell the 1868 Louisa May Alcott story in a new way; a photographer turns items confiscated at the U.S.-Mexico border into subjects for an exhibition.

Dec 17, 2019 • 27:02

More Than Just A 'Work In Progress'

More Than Just A 'Work In Progress'

Abby McEnany stars in and co-created the series, which tells the tragi-comic story of a gender non-conforming woman struggling with her lot in life. She and executive producer Lilly Wachowski talk about the series; Kyle Buchanan, who writes The Carpetbagger blog for The New York Times, on awards season in Hollywood.

Dec 16, 2019 • 27:04

Weekend: Charlize Theron; Lilly Wachowski & Abby McEnany's 'Work In Progress'; Jad Abumrad on Dolly and more...

Weekend: Charlize Theron; Lilly Wachowski & Abby McEnany's 'Work In Progress'; Jad Abumrad on Dolly and more...

Charlize Theron produces and stars in "Bombshell"; Lilly Wachowski and Abby McEnany find comedy and connection on their series "Work In Progress"; Matthew Bourne brings "Swan Lake" back to LA; Jad Abumrad argues that Dolly Parton is the great unifier in our fractured country with his new podcast.

Dec 14, 2019 • 51:13

It's 'Dolly Parton’s America,' We Just Live In It

It's 'Dolly Parton’s America,' We Just Live In It

The podcast from Radiolab host Jad Abumrad explores the amazing career of "The Backwoods Barbie"; Netflix is accused of breaching awards etiquette and journalism ethics in its courting of Critics Choice Association members; the Australian band Good Morning has a surprising following in the U.S.

Dec 13, 2019 • 25:41

The Males Take Flight Again In 'Swan Lake'

The Males Take Flight Again In 'Swan Lake'

Choreographer Matthew Bourne, who shocked the dance world with his staging of the classic ballet, brings the production back to L.A.; why are insurance companies willing to offer policies that protect behavior of figures like Harvey Weinstein?; the podcast, “Prince the Story of 1999,” takes us inside the making of the landmark album.

Dec 12, 2019 • 25:50

Screen Actors Guild Reveals Award Nominees

Screen Actors Guild Reveals Award Nominees

So many questions: why is Leonardo DiCaprio nominated for lead actor and Brad Pitt for supporting actor for “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”?; why wasn't Robert DeNiro nominated for "The Irishman"?; why is Tom Hanks a supporting actor for “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood”?; and how rare are Scarlett Johansson's nominations for both lead (“Marriage Story”) and supporting actress ("Jojo Rabbit")?

Dec 11, 2019 • 6:41

Gugu Mbatha-Raw Is Getting Camera Time

Gugu Mbatha-Raw Is Getting Camera Time

The actress had a breakout year, with roles in “Motherless Brooklyn,” “The Morning Show” and the well-reviewed but barely seen “Fast Color”; Clint Eastwood's "Richard Jewell" is being blasted over its depiction of a female journalist; “Joe Pera Talks With You” and we talk with him.

Dec 10, 2019 • 25:39

1919, A Momentous Year For The Huntington

1919, A Momentous Year For The Huntington

The museum marks its centennial with an exhibit of objects that were either acquired, published or exhibited in the year it was founded; are The Golden Globes legit or not?; “La Bohème aka The Hipsters” gets an ironic revival.

Dec 9, 2019 • 25:43

Weekend: Mark Duplass, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Bikram doc and more

Weekend: Mark Duplass, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Bikram doc and more

Mark Duplass on playing supporting roles in two projects tackling #metoo stories; Gugu Mbatha-Raw makes the case for seeing her buried movie "Fast Color"; the debate around black criticism of "Queen & Slim," a Netflix documentary exposes the toxic story of yoga guru Bikram Choudhury...

Dec 7, 2019 • 51:00

'Burning Cane' Is An Auspicious Debut For Phillip Youmans

'Burning Cane' Is An Auspicious Debut For Phillip Youmans

The 19-year-old filmmaker shot the movie while he was still in high school, and it won him awards at the Tribeca Film Festival; the U.S. Justice Dept. may allow studios to once again own movie theaters; the comedians who warm up TV studio audiences.

Dec 6, 2019 • 25:41

The Inside Story Of 'Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator'

The Inside Story Of 'Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator'

Bikram Choudhury made hot yoga an international phenomenon, but he allegedly assaulted a number of female students along the way, as told in a new documentary; should films by black artists be immune from criticism by black writers?; Beverly Hills High School had a pivotal role in "It's a Wonderful Life."

Dec 5, 2019 • 25:50

Sundance Festival Reveals Its 2020 Lineup

Sundance Festival Reveals Its 2020 Lineup

The influential event in Park City, Utah has built its reputation on films that advance racial diversity and gender parity; #PayUpHollywood takes the next step; the Sunset Studios in Hollywood mark their 100th anniversary.

Dec 4, 2019 • 25:42

Mark Duplass Defines Being A Multi-Hyphenate

Mark Duplass Defines Being A Multi-Hyphenate

The actor, writer, producer and director talks about his current roles for both TV and film; the Thanksgiving weekend box office kicked off the holiday season; the rapper JPEGMAFIA takes us inside his creative process.

Dec 3, 2019 • 25:51

Redmayne and Jones Reunite In 'The Aeronauts'

Redmayne and Jones Reunite In 'The Aeronauts'

Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones last acted together in “The Theory of Everything.” Now they’re back together for a film in which they play 19th Century balloonists; two companies behind the vinyl record renaissance.

Dec 2, 2019 • 25:58

The Frame 5th Anniversary Special

The Frame 5th Anniversary Special

The Frame is five years old! We revisit memorable interviews, strange locations, some laughs and a few good cries. Meryl Streep, Jordan Peele, Tom Hanks, Lizzo, Guillermo del Toro, Emma Thompson, Ava DuVernay, Zach Galifiankis, Karyn Kusama, Mark Bradford, Jon Robin Baitz and more...

Nov 28, 2019 • 51:02

Driver & Baumbach, Together Again

Driver & Baumbach, Together Again

Actor Adam Driver and writer/director Noah Baumbach reunite for the fourth time for "Marriage Story"; composer Gabriela Ortiz's latest commission for the L.A. Philharmonic.

Nov 27, 2019 • 26:11

On The Run With 'Queen & Slim'

On The Run With 'Queen & Slim'

Writer Lena Waithe and director Melina Matsoukas talk about how the traumatic deaths of unarmed black people by police officers shaped their movie's narrative; five years after the Sony hack, what's changed in Hollywood?

Nov 26, 2019 • 25:45

HBO's 'Watchmen' Turns A Corner

HBO's 'Watchmen' Turns A Corner

Series creator Damon Lindelof and director Stephen Williams walk us through the pivotal sixth episode; Kanye West's "opera" at the Hollywood Bowl; The Grammy Museum adds a gallery for Latin music.

Nov 25, 2019 • 25:51

Weekend: Flea; Elizabeth Banks; Gabriel Iglesias and more...

Weekend: Flea; Elizabeth Banks; Gabriel Iglesias and more...

The Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea writes about his violent step-father who also inspired his love of music; Elizabeth Banks wants to up-end Hollywood’s outdated ideas of what kinds of movies women can direct; and Comedian Gabriel Iglesias reunites with the high school teacher who helped him find his voice.

Nov 23, 2019 • 51:00

Mark Ruffalo Wades Into 'Dark Waters'

Mark Ruffalo Wades Into 'Dark Waters'

The actor plays a corporate attorney who switches sides to go after an environmental polluter; Hollywood Reporter TV critic Daniel Feinberg on the glut of TV programming.

Nov 22, 2019 • 25:51

'The Thanksgiving Play' Carves Into Woke Culture

'The Thanksgiving Play' Carves Into Woke Culture

Native American playwright Larissa FastHorse examines cultural pitfalls of the holiday; late-night TV hosts are having a field day with the impeachment hearings; singer Dorian Wood channels Chavela Vargas.

Nov 21, 2019 • 25:51

Flea Bites Into His Wild, Early Years

Flea Bites Into His Wild, Early Years

The bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers has a new memoir that recounts his days before he met his bandmates in high school; the Grammy nominations make history, but could still use some improvement.

Nov 20, 2019 • 26:01

'Burning Cane' Is An Auspicious Debut For Phillip Youmans

'Burning Cane' Is An Auspicious Debut For Phillip Youmans

The 19-year-old filmmaker shot the movie while he was still in high school, and it won him awards at the Tribeca Film Festival; the U.S. Justice Dept. may allow studios to once again own movie theaters; the comedians who warm up TV studio audiences.

Nov 19, 2019 • 25:52

Elizabeth Banks on 'Charlie's Angels' And Much, Much More

Elizabeth Banks on 'Charlie's Angels' And Much, Much More

The writer/director strives for a sense of sisterhood in all her projects; Louie C.K.'s return to the stage; comedian Gabriel Iglesias reunites with an influential high school teacher of his.

Nov 18, 2019 • 25:47

Weekend: Lena Waithe & Melina Matsoukas talk 'Queen & Slim'; James Mangold on 'Ford v Ferrari' and more...

Weekend: Lena Waithe & Melina Matsoukas talk 'Queen & Slim'; James Mangold on 'Ford v Ferrari' and more...

Lena Waithe and Melina Matsoukas want “Queen & Slim" to make an impact on the culture as a form of protest art; Congressman Julian Castro questions in Hollywood is engaged in "systemic exclusion" of Latinos; "Ford v Ferrari" director James Mangold; "Scandalous" doc tell story of National Enquirer

Nov 16, 2019 • 51:00

The Emotion Comes At You In 'Waves'

The Emotion Comes At You In 'Waves'

Director Trey Edward Shults and actress Taylor Russell talk about their drama focused on an African-American family; Taylor Swift's ongoing battle for her early music; Josh Homme's "Desert Sessions."

Nov 15, 2019 • 25:52

BD Wong's 'Great Leap' Into The Director's Role

BD Wong's 'Great Leap' Into The Director's Role

The actor takes on a new challenge for Lauren Yee's play at The Pasadena Playhouse; the Country Music Association Awards and a dichotomy in country music; the composers of "Dickinson" use modern music for the classic tale.

Nov 14, 2019 • 25:55

The 'Scandalous' History Of The National Enquirer

The 'Scandalous' History Of The National Enquirer

Mark Landsman's documentary looks at the roots and the modern history of the notorious tabloid; Anna Waronker and the revival of the band That Dog; Song Exploder with Raphael Saadiq.

Nov 13, 2019 • 25:41

The Real Man Behind 'The Report'

The Real Man Behind 'The Report'

Daniel J. Jones, the Senate investigator who uncovered the CIA's use of torture in the wake of 9/11, talks about the movie based on his work, in which he's played by Adam Driver; Disney's new streaming service got off to a shaky start because of tech issues; Sam Beam of Iron & Wine and Joey Burns from Calexico have teamed up for another album.

Nov 12, 2019 • 25:56

James Mangold Behind The Wheel For 'Ford v Ferrari'

James Mangold Behind The Wheel For 'Ford v Ferrari'

The director and co-writer talks about making a movie that's more than just racing scenes; the Congressional Hispanic Caucus meets with Hollywood execs about representation; veterans turn to ancient Greek dramas to tell their own stories.

Nov 11, 2019 • 25:54

Weekend: Mark Ruffalo, Shea Serrano, Nell Scovell, 'Honey Boy' director, and more...

Weekend: Mark Ruffalo, Shea Serrano, Nell Scovell, 'Honey Boy' director, and more...

Mark Ruffalo wants to make movies that make a difference and make Marvel films too; "Honey Boy" director Alma Har'el on how she and Shia LaBeouf bonded; Nell Scovell confronts David Letterman; How "Moonface" was made; Writer Nell Scovell confronts her old boss, David Letterman.

Nov 9, 2019 • 51:00

Kim Gordon, Solo And On The Record

Kim Gordon, Solo And On The Record

After her longtime stint in Sonic Youth, followed by a two-person band called Body/Head, the singer and bassist has her first solo album, "No Home Record"; writer Nell Scovell mends fences (sort of) with David Letterman; Mati Diop's Senegalese film, "Atlantics."

Nov 8, 2019 • 25:42

Shea Serrano Is Into Rap, Hoops, 'Movies (And Other Things)'

Shea Serrano Is Into Rap, Hoops, 'Movies (And Other Things)'

The author's latest deep dive into pop culture is about his love for cinema; why did the Marciano Art Foundation suddenly shut its doors?; "The Red Thread" magic show.

Nov 7, 2019 • 25:44

Noah Baumbach Digs Into A 'Marriage Story'

Noah Baumbach Digs Into A 'Marriage Story'

The director wrote the script based on conversations with friends about marriage and divorce; Adam Driver talks about "Marriage Story," his fourth collaboration with Baumbach; Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz on her ongoing relationship with the L.A. Philharmonic.

Nov 6, 2019 • 25:44

Significant Firsts For 'Honey Boy'

Significant Firsts For 'Honey Boy'

Alma Har'el talks about making her narrative feature directing debut in the film that stars Shia LaBeouf in his first feature-length screenplay; an oral history of "Blade Runner."

Nov 5, 2019 • 25:43

Imelda Marcos As 'The Kingmaker'

Imelda Marcos As 'The Kingmaker'

The former first lady of the Philippines gave access to filmmaker Lauren Greenfield for a new documentary; why are same-sex love scenes being edited out of films on Delta Airlines?; the new podcast "Moonface" examines homosexuality and cultural barriers.

Nov 4, 2019 • 25:40

Weekend: Ed Norton; Cynthia Erivo is 'Harriet'; QOTSA frontman; Raphael Saadiq and more

Weekend: Ed Norton; Cynthia Erivo is 'Harriet'; QOTSA frontman; Raphael Saadiq and more

Ed Norton brings "Motherless Brooklyn" to theaters 20 years after he first had the idea; star Cynthia Erivo and director Kasi Lemons tell the story of telling the story of Harriet Tubman on screen; Should arts orgs partner with Saudi Arabia?; Josh Homme of Queens of the Ston

Nov 2, 2019 • 51:00

DJ Shadow Tries A New Spin

DJ Shadow Tries A New Spin

On his new double album, the mixmaster works with other prominent hip hop artists, but he also composed instrumentals for an orchestra; why isn't Martin Scorsese's "The Irishman" in more theaters?

Nov 1, 2019 • 25:55

A Photographer's Contrasting Views Of L.A.

A Photographer's Contrasting Views Of L.A.

Over more than a half-century, George Rodriguez has taken countless photos of celebrities, but also of social movements such as farmworker strikes and student protests; after a high-profile departure, what's next for the "Star Wars" franchise?; singer San Cha

Oct 31, 2019 • 25:54

'Harriet' Gives A Civil War Heroine Her Due

'Harriet' Gives A Civil War Heroine Her Due

Director Kasi Lemmons and actress Cynthia Erivo talk about bringing Harriet Tubman's story to the big screen; HBO's new streaming service will launch with a vast library; singer, songwriter and producer Ayoni.

Oct 30, 2019 • 25:53

This 'Batwoman' Goes Her Own Way

This 'Batwoman' Goes Her Own Way

Series producer Caroline Dries talks about the responsibility of telling an LGBTQ+ story through the show's heroine; what's at stake for the first batch of shows from Apple Plus?; Josh Homme returns to the desert.

Oct 29, 2019 • 25:40

Suburbia Gets Surreal In 'Greener Grass'

Suburbia Gets Surreal In 'Greener Grass'

Jocelyn DeBoer and Dawn Luebbe talk about their satirical film, which they wrote, directed, and star in; the legacy of film producer Robert Evans; Song Exploder with Raphael Saadiq.

Oct 28, 2019 • 25:40

Weekend: Robert Pattinson; HBO's 'Watchmen'; 'Jojo Rabbit' Dir. Taika Waititi; Morrissey's politics and more

Weekend: Robert Pattinson; HBO's 'Watchmen'; 'Jojo Rabbit' Dir. Taika Waititi; Morrissey's politics and more

What Robert Pattinson loves about acting and why he made the surreal film "The Lighthouse"; the buried American history inside HBO's "Watchmen," and "Jojo Rabbit" director Taika Waititi defends his anti-hate satire.

Oct 26, 2019 • 51:00

Midge Costin Is 'Making Waves'

Midge Costin Is 'Making Waves'

The sound editor turns director for her documentary on "The Art of Cinematic Sound"; pianist Cameron Graves is part of L.A.'s young generation of jazz artists.

Oct 25, 2019 • 16:17

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