In a Minute with Evan Lovett

I sit down 1-on-1 with Michael Schneider, “L.A.’s unapologetic biking evangelist” as he makes a fascinating case as to why Los Angeles needs to change its car culture to bike culture? We discuss the new bike lanes popping up all over, why they’re always empty, and how he plans to spearhead converting all of us to two wheels! Michael is a reformed “car addict” and founder of Streets for All, the gr...

I’m sharing my raw thoughts on the L.A. fires. How it’s torn through our communities but also brought people together in powerful ways. The need for accountability and who’s to blame in a city that is in mourning.

My personal take and reflection on these historic L.A. fires that have destroyed parts of this beautiful city. From how it’s affected to my son, to what I think are some seriously sinister origins, my won experience blocks away from the Sunswept Fire.

1-on-1 with Jeanie Buss, CEO, Governor and owner of the Lakers. We discuss her experience befriending Magic Johnson as a teenager, living in historic Pickfair, becoming a professional sports GM at 19 years old, and growing into Kobe Bryant's friend & mentor. She is truly one of the most impactful and influential people in L.A. sports and beyond.

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!

Alison Martino is an acclaimed historian, producer, and more importantly, her brand Vintage Los Angeles has been a major catalyst for me personally in my journey of telling authentic L.A. stories! It was an honor to exchange our experiences of how we view Los Angeles, and go down memory lane with her. She has a wealth of knowledge about our beautiful city to share, as well as her never ending crus...

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...

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...

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 nost...

Live from Culver City Toyota, this is my first LIVE podcast ever. Interviews with special guests, supporters of the show, and a TON of L.A. talk. Westside vs. Eastside, favorite food spots, cars vs. mass transit. Also - did you know that Toyota is actually spelled with a D (ToyoDa) and I'll tell you why. Recorded on Sunday, November 24th

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 c...

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)

The L.A. Times continues its downward spiral toward irrelevance by refusing to endorse a Presidential candidate in what their own editorial board calls "the most consequential election in a generation." The once-proud paper that stood as a beacon for Los Angeles since the 1880s is now simply waving the white flag and inching closer & closer to their demise.

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 D...

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...

The American Journalism Project will be giving $15 million to Los Angeles news organizations. . .so maybe they should start with L.A. In a Minute News? That is a new project we will be launching from the I AM Studios to do add an important element to my coverage, and to local L.A. journalism. Let me know your feedback on the name, the concept, the format. That's L.A. In a Minute News.

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 i...

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!