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Thrilled to have my dear friend, as well as a partner of L.A. in a Minute, Mr. David Yerulshalmi of Injuryneeds on the podcast to tell his unreal story! His upbringing and how he dealt with and overcame adversity. . . much of it self-inflicted, to become a Power Attorney in Beverly Hills is truly inspiring! This is first time really opening up, and I'm honored to have him here with me to share it. This is a Can’t Miss Episode for all you ambitious folks out there!

The Los Angeles media landscape is getting a huge jolt as the California Post launches today for print & digital. With the continued struggles of the L.A. Times and the Daily News anodyne coverage, News Corp. and the New York Post see the opportunity for "A new era of common sense and accountability in California" and Los Angeles. We sit down with Dylan Hernandez & Jack Harris, two recent defectors from the L.A. Times, to get the inside scoop.

Eli Lipmen, Executive Director of MoveLA joins the show to discuss The Future of Transportation in Los Angeles. As L.A. races to ‘be transit-ready’ for the World Cup, Super Bowl, & Olympics, will the billions spent have a substantial impact on our City? Lipmen talks about the funding from Measure R & Measure M and what progress is being made throughout our city from the billions of dollars generated.

L.A. is the land of film, and there have been thousands 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.? And the consummate L.A. movie that you MUST watch but haven't heard of? Let's get into it!

As L.A. continues to rebound in 2026, here are 10 things that will absolutely be on your radar. 2:40 - #1: The Mayoral Election 4:56 - #2: NBA All-Star Weekend Returns to L.A. (Feb. 13-15, 2026) 7:09 - #3: The FIFA World Cup Comes to Los Angeles (June 11-July 19, 2026) 10:08 - #4: ICE Raids, Immigration Enforcement, and a city on Edge 11:15 - #5: Hollywood at a Crossroads 12:30 - #6: LAX Automated People Mover (est. Fall 2026) 15:04 - #7: Affordable Housing 18:25 - #8: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (est. Sept. 22, 2026) 21:16 - #9: Burbank Airport's New Terminal 23:12 - #10 "L.A. In a Minute" & "In a Minute w/ Evan Lovett"

My wife Irene of Designstiles joins the show to give you the REAL answers to all your questions. From our L.A. faves to the “secret tunnels” to how we met - and how she tolerates me! - we get into it in an AMA that is completely unfiltered, and maybe just a little bit adorable!

When Lawrence Longo launched the Off the Menu app, he was not envisioning becoming one of the most prolific restaurateurs in Los Angeles. Yet a decade later, that's exactly where we are. Lawrence is responsible for the birth of Prince St. Pizza in Los Angeles, rescuing beloved stalwart Irv's Burgers, launching Tacos 1986 & even pioneering the smashburger craze with Burgers Never Say Die. Truly a fascinating character with a unique & fun origin story.

Simply put, Roy Choi is on the modern Mount Rushmore of Los Angeles. He not only created a food movement, but changed the culture in the city that defined him. A true L.A. American Dream story, we discuss the experiences that shaped who he is, and how he become one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world.

Nithya Raman is the consummate L.A. American Dream story, the first south Asian and Asian American female ever elected to the L.A. City Council. The first “outsider” to defeat an incumbent in two decades, her approach to fixing what else Los Angeles is anything but status quo. Shaped by her world view and grasp of urban planning, we discussed her origin, story and vision for the future of Los Angeles.

People have been asking us to bring back the 'One Thing to do in L.A. this week's segment, so we listened... and we're bringing you SEVEN Things to do in L.A....and they're all FREE. From the South Bay to the Valley, from the Westside to the Eastside, we have you covered with fun, fascinating, and FREE ways to be a tourist in your own town. Let's get into it!

I sit down with L.A. City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson to discuss everything L.A. from the Crenshaw District to the Civic Center. Now in his third term representing CD8, Harris-Dawson is stewarding growth and development in one of the most crucial districts in Los Angeles, but also spearheading ambitious projects such as the $2.6 billion overhaul of the Convention Center. A highly engaging conversation with a dynamic personality, it's easy to see why MHD was unanimously elected President of the City Council.

In a Minute w/ Evan Lovett and L.A. in a Minute isn't just a one-person show...because Gloria is the backbone of the operation. From org & admin to insight & perspective, Gloria is an integral part of the team that makes the whole operation flow. And this episode marks the unveiling as we are officially introducing Gloria!

We all know and learned about the 7 wonders of the world, from The Great Wall of China to the Taj Mahal in India... but it got me thinking, what are the 7 wonders of Los Angeles? I had fun diving into this and am thrilled to share what's on my list of the 7 wonders of L.A.!

I sit down with L.A.'s most beloved anchor, Lynette Romero of NBC4, for an honest & heartwarming conversation about her origin story as a Mexican-American from Colorado working her way into the most important job in L.A. local news. Her vivacious spirit and boundless energy are contagious, as she regales us with stories of her parents, meeting her husband in Guadalajara, and her thoughts on local journalism and the future of TV News.

Now batting in this week's podcast is Dodgers PA announcer Todd Leitz! "The Voice of Todd at Blue Heaven on Earth," Leitz is the most recognizable voice in L.A. This year marks his fifth World Series at Dodger Stadium. We discuss what it's like preparing for the games and making sure his pronunciation is spot-on for players from all around the world, and how close he was to almost being the PA guy with the team in San Diego. Does he really have the most mellifluous voice in L.A.? You be the judge - we say yes!