Chopping it up with the self proclaimed, "Two Fat Mexicans!", L.A.'s legendary DJ personalities, Nick and Eric V, collectively known as The Baka Boyz! They made their mark on the Los Angeles radio scene over the last 30+ years, and changed the game with their bombastic billboards and eclectic personalities. We talk about how they rose through the ranks at Power 106 to taking over the morning show in their early 20s. Let's get into it!
Jonnie Park, better known as Dumbfounded, has a truly interesting Origin story that starts in Argentina, and ends at Koreatown in L.A.! We dig deep as he recalls finding his way immigrating through the Mexican border, to his early teen years emerging as a world-famous battle rapper, to his sights setting in on being an Emmy award winner. All of this while staying true to his Korean culture and his deep roots as an icon of Koreatown. Let's get into it!
If you’ve lived in Los Angeles at any point over the last 40 years, you’ve surely watched Fritz Coleman deliver the weather on NBC. We go one on one with this L.A. legend, dig in to his origin story, and learn how George Carlin inspired his move to L.A. in 1980! How his ambition to be a stand-up comedian and performing at the world famous Comedy Store changed his life. So many fascinating and nostalgic stories delivered in the way only Fritz can! Let’s get into it!
Patrick Caligiuri, known as Producer Patrick on TikTok, shares his journey as an unscripted producer to today’s go-to creator voicing the decline of the Los Angeles film industry. Patrick's work encompasses Big Brother, The Amazing Race, and Ultimate Survival Alaska. Did you know twenty-seven percent of the entire entertainment industry resides in Southern California? Let’s get into it!
Bobby Green of 1933 Group is responsible for an L.A. Renaissance, saving historic business and returning them to their former glory. Formosa Cafe, Bigfoot Lodge, Highland Park Bowl, Tail O’ the Pup, & Idle Hour are just some of the legendary L.A. spots Green has renovated. This is a joyful trip around Los Angeles with one do the most important caretakers of Classic L.A.
Fred Armisen of Saturday Night Live & Portlandia shares his journey of falling in love with Los Angeles, despite not being 'a sun person.' Also, did you know Armisen is of Korean, Venezuelan, and German descent? Let’s get into it!
*Disclaimer: Mature Content* L.A. hip hop's new golden era is being ushered in by Coyote ("The Yotes"), who are embracing Hawthorne, Lennox, & all of L.A. While catapulting the West Coast sound to new heights. I've been wanting to have Ladies Love Guapo & Ricky Blanco on the show for a while, and after their newest albu, L.Aliens, dropped featuring B-Real, Mario Lopez, & Shaquille O'Neal, it was clear the Yotes were ready to put the world on notice. Live in studio, Coyote!!!
Two historic, unique, and FUN things to do this week. One for the 21-and-over crowd, one for the family (and your pups!). *L.A.'s oldest Speakeasy is now a historic beauty (4:45) *Historic hiking trail leads to a Golden Dream (13:50)
Iconic San Pedro Fish Market is one of Los Angeles legendary locals now being run by the third-generation family. I do a one-on-one sit down with Michael Ungaro to discuss the legacy of the Fish Market, what it means for L.A and what the future holds. We also get into Kings of Fi$h a documentary being featured on Amazon Prime.
L.A. Is the land of film, and there have been 1,000s of movies made about L.A. These are the Top 5 Films that Define MY L.A. - and I want your feedback. What did I miss, what shouldn't have made the Top 5? Also - do you know the FIRST movies ever made in L.A.? (4:45) And the consummate L.A. movie that you MUST watch but haven't heard of (25:00)
As the Dodgers take their next steps toward their 8th World Series title, I celebrate the Dodgers history with some facts you DON'T know about the historic club, such as: *What was the ORIGINAL name of the Dodgers (and no, it wasn't the Trolley Dodgers!) *What is Dodger Orange? *10 Facts you Don't know about Vin Scully! *What is the full story of the High-Five and what's that have to do with the Dodgers? *The Most Unlikely Championship team in L.A. history
The Industry figures are eye-popping: 16.1% unemployment, film days in L.A. are down 33% from the 5-year average. Hollywood is in the middle of a stunning collapse, and L.A. needs a strong Hollywood to be at its best. To avoid Hollywood turning into the "Next Detroit," and losing out to the "New L.A." (Las Vegas), what can be done to save The Industry?!? I discuss here, and I need your feedback.
After 1,500 episodes of L.A. in a Minute and two years of In a Minute w/ Evan Lovett, spending THOUSANDS of hours of research and discovery, I put together a list of my Top 10 Favorite Facts about L.A. Each episode contains fun nuggets, trivia, and tidbits - but these are my absolute favorite facts: the people, the food, the culture. This is an episode to savor, and to regale your friends with the Best Facts about My Favorite City on the Globe!
Building a Los Angeles Mount Rushmore is no easy task, but I identify the four names that have most impacted the GLOBE from right here in L.A. From art to science, from sports to culture, the list of who DID NOT make the Mount Rushmore is almost as impressive as the names that did. . .and choosing FOUR names was nearly impossible - so let me know what you think of L.A.'s Mount Rushmore
I spend almost as much time consuming L.A. content as I do making it - and these are the folks that inspire In a Minute with Evan Lovett. The history & quirks of Los Angeles, the neighborhoods & food, the people & culture; these are the creators that I follow on Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter - that help me fall in love with this city even more! Plus, the winners of the One Thing to Do in L.A. This Week CHALLENGE!
I'm announcing my first ever CHALLENGE - The One Thing to Do in L.A. This Week CHALLENGE!! If you are the first to complete the challenge, you will get an entire L.A. in a Minute episode dedicated to you (Plus a t-shirt and hat!). Send a selfie of you in front of ALL 15 of my favorite One Thing to Do in L.A. locations, and you win!!! The clock is ticking, so start NOW!
L.A. is the land of celebrities, but true celebrity comes from making history. This episode is about people that lived in L.A. and truly made history. And don't miss the One Thing to Do in L.A. this Week: L.A. has a precise center point that is VERY easy to access. . .and it's FREE to see it! The Genius 4:40The Martial Artist 7:20The Aviator 10:36The Frontiersman 13:50The Author 17:42The Pioneer 20:00The Philosopher 21:44The Presidents 27:22The Gangster 37:40One Thing to Do in L.A. this Week (41:19)
It's over 100° in the first half of August and the kids are back in school. . .already! So why would LAUSD and most surrounding districts do this to parents and kids? I did some research and have some answers, and I want to know what YOU think. Also, a special reading of My Very Personal Speech to incoming freshmen (13:26) and One Thing to do in L.A. This Week (29:01) at one of the most beautiful places in L.A., where school isn't in session. . .at least not yet!
Books are a driving force for L.A. In a Minute and I want to share some of the most impactful reads about Los Angeles that have inspired me to continue creating and learning about this incredible City. The podcast is broken down into segments based on book content as outlined below. Make sure you bookmark this episode for your holiday gift giving. Happy reading: Development (5:06)Preservation (12:20)Transportation (17:45)DJ Waldie (20:02)Food (25:30)When L.A. Was a Mob Town (31:10)Historical Modern Los Angeles (34:40)Mike Davis (38:48)Michael Connolly (41:45)Bonus reads (44:33)
It's road trip season, so it's time to figure out once & for all, what are L.A.'s 8 Favorite Road Trips! From the desert to the mountains, beaches to missions, Los within an easy drive of some of the best places on Earth. What are YOUR favorite L.A. Road Trips?!? L.A.'s First Car (4:20) #8: Did you say 300 inches of snow. . .per Year? (9:30) #7: California's most Polarizing City (12:25) #6: The Fastest-Growing Road Trip (14:56) #5: The Mission City. . .where Michael Jordan Owns a Bar (18:10) #4: So Hot, but So Hip (23:42) #3: A Road Trip for All Seasons (29:05) #2: The Only Place I'd Live Outside of L.A. (32:20) #1: L.A.'s Backyard (36:58)
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Try the milanesa sandwiches at Titos Plaza in south el monte, it used to be a little shack.