Episodios

  • L.A. Restaurants are in Crisis. . .how can we save the Industry?!?

    L.A. Restaurants are in Crisis. . .how can we save the Industry?!?
    May 2 2025
    I sit down with Christy Vega of the 70-year-old L.A. Institution, Casa Vega, to discuss the CRISIS faced by the L.A. Restaurant industry. Covering everything from rising costs to ineffectual policies that have driven so many legendary restaurants out of business, Christy has some real talk. . .and some solutions for how to save L.A.'s most precious industry.
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    53 m
  • Stephen Cloobeck, Is this the next governor of California?!

    Stephen Cloobeck, Is this the next governor of California?!
    Apr 25 2025
    Stephen Cloobeck is an entrepreneur, philanthropist and possibly the new governor of California? We sit down with the former CEO of Diamond Resorts, Stephen Cloobeck, to get his take on how he could make a better California. From his past charitable experiences to his business-first approach towards leadership, Cloobeck gives us his plan for how to make California thrive. Spoiler alert, it begins with its "customers" as Cloobeck would put it."
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    1 h y 8 m
  • Go Kings Go! 1-on-1 with NHL Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille

    Go Kings Go! 1-on-1 with NHL Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille
    Apr 18 2025
    Luc Robitaille is one of the Top 100 players in NHL history, and the L.A. Kings all time leader in goals. Now, as the President of the Kings, he's leading the organization on another run to the Stanley Cup. But how did the Montreal native feel when he first stepped off the plane into the City of Angels? In a fun & fast-paced interview, we get intimate with Cool Hand Luc and talk about everything from his love for the city he's called home for the last 38 years to his time playing with Wayne Gretzky to his outlook on the Kings' future.
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    31 m
  • Tails That Lead: Exploring L.A. with Guide Dogs of America

    Tails That Lead: Exploring L.A. with Guide Dogs of America
    Apr 11 2025
    Guide Dogs of America is an important organization based in Sylmar providing canine companions to the visually impaired, veterans, and children with autism. I sit down with Sean Chiles, Guide Dog Mobility Instructor and Katherine Juhl, Sr. Manager Puppy Programs, to discuss everything that goes into getting these cute pups trained into trusted cohorts. Cuteness warning: tail wags and puppy licks ahead!
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    1 h y 1 m
  • Graffiti in L.A.: Art, or Crime, or both?

    Graffiti in L.A.: Art, or Crime, or both?
    Apr 4 2025
    To some, Graffiti is considered art, culture, and expression. But to others, it's a crime and creates chaos & blight. I sit down 1-on-1 with Ronek, street artist & host of the Got No Control podcast, to discuss the creativity and passion for graffiti as art in L.A., as well as its impact on the life of the artists and how it became an ingrained culture in Los Angeles communities.
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    58 m
  • Oaxacan Roots, L.A. Spirit w/ Bricia Lopez of Guelaguetza!

    Oaxacan Roots, L.A. Spirit w/ Bricia Lopez of Guelaguetza!
    Mar 28 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Bricia Lopez, co-owner of the celebrated Guelaguetza restaurant, to dive into her personal journey from Oaxaca to Los Angeles. Bricia shares how her family, culture, and the vibrant spirit of L.A. shaped her path in the food industry. We explore the rich traditions of Oaxacan cuisine, her dedication to preserving heritage through food, and how she’s working to uplift fellow female restaurateurs. Join us for an inspiring conversation about family, food, and breaking barriers!
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    55 m
  • L.A. Native, Mexican Hoops Hero: UCLA's Lorenzo “El Matador” Mata

    L.A. Native, Mexican Hoops Hero: UCLA's Lorenzo “El Matador” Mata
    Mar 21 2025
    The NCAA Tournament starts this week and I go 1-on-1 with Lorenzo "El Matador" Mata, L.A. native and Mexican American trailblazer who played basketball at UCLA and led the team to three consecutive Final Fours. Only six Mexican players have played in the NBA, including recent UCLA superstar Jamie Jaquez, and we talk about Mata's impact on Mexican-American basketball culture in Los Angeles as well as his legacy in L.A., Mexico, and beyond.
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    1 h y 8 m
  • Ben Baller Origin Story: Never Been Told!

    Ben Baller Origin Story: Never Been Told!
    Mar 14 2025
    I sit down with arguably one of the most interesting people in the world of Los Angeles... Mr. Ben Baller! We finally get to the bottom of how his world in the music industry to entertainment to jewelry to influencing all started! Ben breaks down his origin story in detail, and makes it ALL make sense. This story has never been told like this, so tune in and learn with me as we dissect the celebrity of Ben Baller.
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    1 h y 31 m
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