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The podcast that resides at the intersection of Black Culture and horticulture in a world where all the garden fairies and most of the gnomes are white. Hosted by millennial black plant enthusiast and self proclaimed Plantrepreneur, Colah B Tawkin. 'Conversations WILL be had' on a range of topics that directly influence and impact black plant keepers as we blackily impact and influence the world. Follow @blackinthegarden in IG and Tune in weekly! Send any questions, concerns or feedback to h ...
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Anime Trash

Auberth Bercy

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Your friendly neighborhood black girl talking about your fave anime! We discuss the storytelling aspect of anime and it's intersection within black and popular culture (which is redundant, because black culture is pop culture, but I digress) Geek out with us! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/animetrashpod/support
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Lost in the Sauce (LITS) is a podcast that explores and reviews hot sauce, from commercial giants to local entrepreneurs. We review sauces based on aroma, texture, and taste to give an overall "flame rating" of one to five. Learn the story of each hot sauce brand and hear suggestions on what delicious meals would pair well with the inferno. And we do it all under ten minutes. Hosted by award-winning podcaster, Fave (e.g., Friday Favecast, GRAMMYS, SoulBounce, etc.), Lost in the Sauce is fun, ...
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Pressure Cooker

José Andrés Media

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Feeding a family is among the most basic of human responsibilities. So why do we so often feel like we’re failing at it? On Pressure Cooker, veteran journalists Jane Black and Liz Dunn dish out empathy and common-sense strategies for busy parents navigating manipulative marketing messages, impossible cultural expectations, and little people with big personalities as they try to set their children on a healthy path for life. Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/
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Problematic Faves

Blanc Void Productions

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Delivering raw and unfiltered commentary. These millennial women are tackling the most polarizing topics of our time! Right now, our listeners are getting FREE shipping when they go to brandless.com/listen . Better stuff. Fewer dollars. It's that simple. Check them out!
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A Tokyo based podcast about life abroad, queer commentary, and spooky stories. Hosted by your fave intercultural married couple Bree (she/they) & Ash (they/them). Tune in! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/abnrmljapan/support
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Get Out The Group Chat

Shavonia Lewis & Tanzania Black

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Done with just “talking” about vacations in the group chat? Us too! Meet Tanzania Black and Shavonia Lewis on 'Get Out the Group Chat,' where we're all about turning your group chat into reality! Join us weekly for a refreshing take on girl squads and friendship in your 30s, as we guide women towards unforgettable vacations, inspire new connections, and share wisdom on how to nurture existing bonds. It's not just a podcast; it's your go-to destination for embracing your desires and becoming ...
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Charisse Kenion is a beauty journalist who's never stopped being obsessed with beauty. Each week Charisse looks at beauty standards, interviews your faves, looks at the things that make us different and of course, shares her opinion on the latest makeup, skincare and hair products. She breaks down trends and history and you can think of her as your personal shopper when it comes to all things beauty. Go to @beautymepodcast on Instagram if you want to talk about it and check out my TikTok @ch ...
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How To LA

LAist Studios

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How to L.A. aims to drop a little knowledge about ALL the things that affect the people of Los Angeles, whether that’s something that makes our city great (tacos!) or something that we need to work on, like the alarming number of traffic collisions. We serve the curious Angeleno who wants to better connect with our city, discover the new, navigate the confusing and even drive some change along the way. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that qu ...
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The Cocktail

The Cocktail

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Come happy hour with your two new favorite besties Bee Nicole & D! Let’s cheer as we discuss the ways of the world, our fave Pop Cultures, Being a women in all aspects and A taste of Los Angeles. So let’s mix up, shake up and pour up some spicy topics that will have us all on the edge of our seats. It’s Ladies night, right here on the Cocktail!
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화이팅! (Hwaiting!/Fighting!) Words: Unpopular K-pop Opinions is a K-Pop discussion podcast hosted by three Black women. 화이팅! Words: Unpopular K-Pop Opinions is offering a safe space to K-Pop multi and K Hip-Hop fans with opposing views. Follow us: 𓃰 hwaitingwords.mailchimpsites.com 𓃟 Twitter – @hwaitingpodcast Instagram – @hwaitingpod Intro/Outro music: "New Vintage" by Armani
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Gipson Gazette

L. Michael Gipson

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Hosted by renown music and cultural critics, L. Michael Gipson (LMG) and Ann Marie Collymore (AMC), the Gipson Gazette podcast unpack the stories of the day. Here “Everything in life is “story.” Story is how we share ideas, politics, vision, fantasies, experiences...even our hopes and dreams. The Gipson Gazette is a podcast show devoted to story; those we consume, those we tell ourselves, and those told to us.
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We are back with a continuation of Black Plant Faves! This season, we kicked off with an insightful discussion between African American culture and the popularity of various plants, flowers, and herbs. To truly uncover the “Black Plant Faves,” we took to the streets and hit the soil! This Summer, we had the incredible opportunity to attend the Soil…
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#309: In honor of the American Cinematheque's "Friend of the Fest" program, we're rerunning their feature from our mini-series, Revival House! Victoria Alejandro is one of the podcasters invited to present a film this year. This Sunday, 8/25 at the Egyptian Theater, she'll be introducing the 80s classic "To Live and Die in L.A." You can find ticket…
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#308: It's like, totally wild that we haven't talked about the "Valley girl" accent yet. This week on How To LA, the team hits the streets to ask Angelenos about the origin of the accent...turns out, no one's really sure where it comes from. Except LAist reporter Caitlin Hernandez, who did a deep dive on the history of the iconic Valley sound. They…
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After the cheesy gut bombs of the Reagan era, we’ve arrived at the “hopey changey” era of school lunch. Michelle Obama put school lunch on the front page and ushered in upgraded nutrition standards. But the battles didn’t end there. In this episode, Jane and Liz unwrap the future of school food with concrete tips on how parents can make a differenc…
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#307: Today we're heading out with LAist's Gab Chabrán to test some tasty cool drinks in L.A. — that's "cool" as in temperature, but also meaning something a little unique. We stopped for boba (and other tasty tea and coffee drinks) at Hey Hey on Sunset, sampled fermented Mexican drinks (tepache and pulque) at Mírate in Los Feliz, and finally tried…
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#306: We're publishing this on a Friday and you know what that means: we all scream for... (waiting for you to say it.) LAist food editor and Cheap Fast Eats co-conspirator Gab Chábran and HTLA host Brian De Los Santos host Culinary Connections: Ice Cream Social. It was a chat with owners from three Southern California ice cream eateries: Kinrose i…
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#305: What's the deal with the new mural on Western Avenue? A man holding a flowerpot crawling out of the sky? That's performance artist Pope L., inviting folks into the new, permanent home of the non-profit formerly known as LAX Art. They've rebranded as The Brick, and their new brick and mortar gallery and exhibition space is formally opening in …
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On this week's episode, Simi and Feyikemi sit with artist Taves to discuss his journey as an artist, discovering he wanted to make music, getting signed by Buju and his brand new EP 'Are You Listening|?' They also put you on to their favourite shows & songs right now. Make sure you watch the episode on YouTube & listen to the playlist - F&S Rotatio…
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#304: Today, we’re bringing you a deep dive into house music and how a music equipment lending library called Feminist Synth Lab is lowering the barriers to entry for people interested in DJing and making electronic music in L.A. This episode was reported by How To LA intern Veronica Daniel.By LAist Studios
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For those unfamiliar with the inner workings of the school lunch program, it is puzzling, even maddening: Why is it so hard to offer tasty, nutritious food at school? In this episode, Jane and Liz dig into the history of the school lunch program to unveil how we got to where we are today. It’s a surprisingly twisted tale involving desperate farmers…
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#303: We're continuing our summer series of places to explore - and this time we're heading to Miracle Mile and following the sweet sounds of jazz down Wilshire and onto the LACMA campus. As LA's county museum, LACMA is exploring all sorts of ways to make sure the public feels welcome, from free membership for teens, free admission for LA County re…
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#302: Today we're talking about run clubs and how they foster community in L.A. Our associate editor (and our special resident marathon runner) Aaricka Washington looked into running clubs that were founded by Black, Asian and Latino people, the ways that they're offering inclusive, safe spaces for Angelenos, and why they've been growing more popul…
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In this episode I'm sharing my most used items of makeup over the past month and why I love them. I’m talking about Byredo, Chanel, Fenty Beauty, Half Magic, MAC Cosmetics, Makeup By Mario and Make Up For Ever. Also, this is the last episode before I take a break for some Summer rest and relaxation so be sure to subscribe or follow the show so you …
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Soil Cousins, today we have the distinct honor of hosting a voice synonymous with insightful journalism and a powerful advocate for environmental justice and community empowerment. As the host of WABE’s "Closer Look," Rose Scott has consistently highlighted stories that matter deeply to Atlanta and beyond. With over two decades of experience, she e…
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#301: We're continuing our summer series of places to explore - and this time we're stepping out of the studio and into the wild. Evan's taking Brian on a tour of a park that meant a lot to him as a kid - and we're meeting the organization that acts as its steward: TreePeople. You've probably heard of them before - they do everything from trail res…
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On this week's episode, Simi and Feyikemi sit with Wonu Osikoya to discuss her journey in the entertainment industry, why she decided to start the Osikoya Speaks and her upcoming Afrobeats documentary. They also put you on to their favourite shows & songs right now. Make sure you watch the episode on YouTube & listen to the playlist - F&S Rotations…
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#300: Three hundred episodes y'all! Can you think of a better way to celebrate than with the movable feast that is Cheap Fast Eats? I'll wait... No? Okay. Well buckle in and get ready to chow down as LAist's food editor Gab Chabran takes Brian to our first location OUTSIDE of LA County... From breakfast burritos to baklava and everything in between…
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Today’s episode is all about products created to hydrate the face and body so I’m going to be focusing on some of my favourite hydrating products from Charlotte Tilbury, Dr Jart, Laneige, MAC Cosmetics, Naturium, Paula’s Choice, and The Inkey List. I'd love to know if you've used any of these, or if you've got a product you want to recommend to me …
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#299: VCRs are buzzing again in the city...that's right! Watching a movie on VHS is back! But in 2024, with streaming and Blu-Ray, why watch something on tape? HTLA producer Victoria Alejandro spoke with VHS vendors, collectors, and other tape aficionados around the city (including filmmaker Vera Drew of "The People's Joker") to understand the subc…
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Hey Soil Cousins! What do farming, FX's original series “Atlanta,” and community have in common? Whether you're a fan of FX’s “Atlanta”, the American comedy-drama television series created by Donald Glover, or not, you'll enjoy this conversation. Today, we're diving into the perils of farm life through the lens of a contemporary Black cultural char…
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We are back with another installment of LA on the Margins — USC student produced profiles of people in our community who are working through the many challenges life in the city can throw at you. In this final episode, we meet a reggae artist who is trying to make it in this beautiful, complicated city... and supporting his art by driving for Uber.…
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We're back with another installment of LA On The Margins, a collection of stories produced by students at USC. This time, reporter Sophie Sullivan takes us to the largest jail in LA County — a jail considered by many to be uninhabitable, and which, in 2021, was ordered closed by L.A. County Supervisors due to "inhumane conditions." But the jail sti…
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#298: Did you know that we are in the middle of kitten season? It's a super busy time for shelter workers, cat rescues, and the many Angelenos who volunteer their time to help save cats. Today we are talking about those folks and what’s being done in L.A. and OC to try to improve the lives of free-roaming cats in Southern California. According to L…
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#297: Looking to escape the heat this summer? Well, look no further than LA's biggest swimming pool. We've got the team here with Brian in LAist's Studio B to share our favorite coastal recommendations, whether you're looking for a place to have quiet picnic or you're learning to tandem surf with your dog. All summer we'll have more recommendations…
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This is an episode completely dedicated to sunscreen. First I'm going to address the ongoing story around Bondi Sands, the Australian self-tanning brand, whose SPF50 FaceSunscreen Lotion recently 'failed' tests by consumer watchdog Which? As well as updating you on the drama I also share a response from Bondi Sands before moving on to share some ne…
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#296: Flavors From Afar is a caterer and soon to be restaurant in East Hollywood. As part of the nonprofit TIYAA Foundation, Flavors From Afar also hosts a culinary training program for folks from all over the globe who are new to this city. Consisting of migrants and refugees resettling in L.A. and looking for work, it's an 8 week training program…
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On this week's episode, Simi and Feyikemi are back without a guest for the first time in a while. They discuss Burna Boy's London Stadium concert, who they think is the most relevant amongst the big 3 and the recent floods in Lagos. They also put you on to their favourite shows & songs right now. Make sure you watch the episode on YouTube & listen …
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#141: Ok - no more Cheap Fast Eats... But we've still got a great holiday treat for y'all. Maybe something to do this weekend to beat the heat? Today, we're revisiting the time Brian and Evan went down the LA River in a kayak. Original episode description below: Whitewater kayaking might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you picture th…
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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…
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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 diff…
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BONUS: The Tournament of Cheeseburgers is over! And we have your winner. Read alll about it here: https://laist.com/news/food/drumroll-please-we-announce-the-winner-of-the-laist-tournament-of-cheeseburgers This pop up joint along with some of the runner ups will be at Smorgasburg at The Row in DTLA this Sunday! Make sure to check out the free event…
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In today’s episode we're taking a special look at the hairand makeup of new film MaXXXine. Starring Mia Goth as Maxine Minx, the film is the third installment of Ti West's horror trilogy and is set in 1980s Hollywood. As you can imagine, the fact the film is set in 1985 means that the hair and makeup had to really support a range of characters and …
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#284: Happy 4th of July! It's the last day of our holiday Cheap Fast Eats marathon. Whether you're hosting the BBQ for your family and friends - OR you're just kicking it solo - if you're anything like us, the summer is all about FOOD. So kick back and enjoy some fireworks, or protect your dog from the big spooky boom booms, and do it while noshing…
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Today, we're diving into a topic that’s ever-present on social media: plant hacks. Our society has become quite obsessed with hacks as our lives become busier and more complicated. You've probably seen the myriad of hacks from spreading cinnamon on plants to adding eggshells to soil to help your plants flourish. These quick tips and tricks promise …
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#239: Today we're continuing our holiday marathon of Cheap Fast Eats! Whether you're hosting the BBQ for your family and friends - OR you're just kicking it solo - if you're anything like us, the summer is all about FOOD. So kick back and enjoy some fireworks, or protect your dog from the big spooky boom booms, and do it while noshing on some of th…
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#193: What better way to celebrate the summer's favorite holiday than a marathon of Cheap Fast Eats! Whether you're hosting the BBQ for your family and friends - OR you're just kicking it solo - if you're anything like us, the summer is all about FOOD. So kick back and enjoy some fireworks, or protect your dog from the big spooky boom booms, and do…
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#134: The great thing about Los Angeles is that you can do the urban thing – go to museums, clubs, concerts and eat at good restaurants – and you can get out in nature whenever you want... or need. There are ton a beautiful parks, sunset spots and hiking trails right in the middle of the city. Or if you are feeling more adventurous, you can venture…
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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 acquitta…
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Today’s episode is dedicated to Vogue World Paris - consider it your personalised round-up of everything that was interesting to watch if you haven’t managed to watch it yet. In this episode I share a little back story of the event and how it was broken down into specific decades before I share some of my favourite moments, people, and makeup of co…
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#295: Don't get us wrong, we LOVE Los Angeles... but sometimes we just gotta get out. You know the feeling? Well, if you're looking for some inspiration for some summer day-trips, about 3 hours or less away from the city, we got you covered. From Santa Cruz Island to Idyllwild, we have some of suggestions for high adventure and a few ideas if you j…
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Today we have another story from LA On The Margins, the collection of stories produced by students at USC where every episode we profile an Angeleno struggling in some way to make it in this city. This time, a transition home that aims to help those who’ve struggled with their mental health and/or a history of addiction. For years, LA county has fu…
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In this final installment of Pressure Cooker (at least, for now!) Jane and Liz reflect on lessons learned over the course of more than fifty episodes. From political activism to picture-perfect bento lunches, our hosts break down which habits listeners should consider leaning into – and which ones you should let go of. Although we’re hitting ‘pause…
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Editor's Note: We mistakenly said in the version of this podcast that the Paris Olympics started at the end of June. It kicks off at the end of July and THAT will start the countdown until the games come to Los Angeles in 2028. During the 2028 games, the L.A. Memorial Coliseum will again host the track and field and Para Athletics events, making it…
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Today we're bringing you another installment of LA on the Margins. This is a collection of pieces produced by students at USC, which profile people in our community as they work through the many challenges we face in our city. Along South L.A.’s Figueroa Corridor, activists have been calling for the closure of motels they say are complicit in sex t…
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On this week's episode, Simi and Feyikemi sit with Ebun Yelé to discuss her transition from making Gospel music, moving to Lagos from London, and sustaining a 9-5 alongside her music career. They also put you on to their favourite shows & songs right now. Make sure you watch the episode on YouTube & listen to the playlist - F&S Rotations on Apple M…
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#294: 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 yo…
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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-p…
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#293: Social Calendar is back! This time with comedian and tv writer Chris Estrada. He's the co-creator and star of Hulu's This Fool, and today he's sharing his favorite memories of serial killers in parks and giving some recs on how to best spend your weekend in LA. Join HTLA host Brian De Los Santos and guest co-host Antonia Cerejido for some LA …
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Today I’m talking about Suede magazine – a magazine that came and went in a blaze of glory in the early 2000s but gave us just 4 issues. The reason I’m talking about Suede is because while we only got 4 issues, that magazine absolutely became a new fashion bible for black women, women of colour, actually women of all skin colours. In this episode I…
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We are back with another installment of LA on the Margins — USC student produced profiles of people in our community who are working through the many challenges life in the city can throw you. Today: Hunger. About 30% of households in LA County are food insecure. Reporter Nova Blanco Rio explores this shocking statistic through intimate snapshots o…
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