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In a Minute with Evan Lovett

From the creator of social media mainstay L.A. In a Minute, Evan Lovett invites you along for a personal and intimate ride as he shares interesting facts about all sorts of things you didn’t know you needed to know. Be entertained and informed as Evan brings you into his mind to see the world through his lens. There is history everywhere, as long as you know where to look. Let"s get into it!

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30:44

The Mount Rushmore of L.A. Companies

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/04/06

Normally, companies are nameless, faceless, soulless entities. . .but there are four L.A. Companies that transcend just "doing business" - in fact, these four companies are BELOVED for their significant roles in L.A.'s history, culture, & communities. From sole proprietors to Mom & Pops, businesses are the lifeblood of Los Angeles - but these are the four that make the L.A. Mount Rushmore of Companies. Let's get into it!

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98:07

Original Disney Imagineer Bob Gurr. . . and a Special...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/03/30

Before there was Disneyland, Bob Gurr was part of Walt Disney's secret team. One of the original Disney Imagineers, Gurr designed Matterhorn, Autopia, Monorail, Haunted Mansion and anything on wheels at Disneyland. A true Disney legend, he is also an L.A. Native and regales us with stories of how L.A. has changed over his 90+ years - and what he likes best about Disneyland, even if he didn't design it!

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68:55

Meet the Man Who Invented the Internet!

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/03/23

In 1969, UCLA Computer Science Professor Leonard Kleinrock led a team of scientists in a project to get two computers to 'talk' to each other. Lo and behold, the experiment worked. . .and ARPAnet was created, laying the groundwork for the internet. Nearly 60 years later, Kleinrock is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus at UCLA, still teaching - and still creating groundbreaking work, including forays into AI. A wildly endearing, vivacious, witty intellect, meet the man I call "the Vin Scully of

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77:39

KROQ is back on Top. . . Klein/Ally are here to...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/03/16

KROQ was an L.A. institution for decades, but they hit rock bottom a decade ago, plummeting to 23rd in the ratings. But thanks to Kevin Klein & Ally Johnson, KROQ is back on top as a purveyor of culture & great music in L.A. We talk to Klein/Ally about their origin stories, how they dealt with years of near-failure, and what the secret was to the station's miraculous turnaround.

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65:21

Kenneth Mejia wants to fix L.A.'s finances. He's...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/03/09

L.A. City Controller Kenneth Mejia ran a grassroots campaign to win his election in 2022. He's still upholding his campaign promises by pushing for transparency in L.A.'s finances. The first Filipino to win citywide office in Los Angeles, Mejia's unorthodox approach has created unprecedented attention for a position that is often opaque. And of course we get into his origin story and vision for the future of Los Angeles. . .and his favorite Filipino foods!

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59:48

Matt of WeRateDogs. . .and meet my dog Zoey!

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/03/02

I sit down with my dog Zoey. . .and Matt Nelson, the creator of WeRateDogs, Thoughts of Dog, founder of the 15/10 Foundation and host of the podcast The Dogs Were Good (again) to find out how Matt took his love of dogs worldwide. He's compiled more than 25 million followers while helping place so many deserving pooches in loving homes. Hear how Matt turned his viral fame into real-world impact through his 15/10 Foundation, supporting dogs in need and giving back to the community that’s made him

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81:23

KASKADE: All Around the World, but HOME is L.A.

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/02/23

I sit down with worldwide phenomenon Kaskade, discussing how a kid from Chicago ended up in L.A. as the post popular DJ/producer/songwriter in the world. It was that origin in Southern California that was a life changing move and inspiration for his signature sonic sound. He also opens up about how his career put him in a position to be a PIONEER of the Las Vegas pool party scene, the first DJ ever at a Super Bowl, and having the largest single-day concert by an electronic artist. This is a true

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65:15

Open Houses to Open Flames: Burt Bakman's unlikely...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/02/13

From pop-up to pitmaster, Burt Bakman describes his unlikely rise from realtor to one of L.A.'s most revered BBQ pitmasters. An Israeli immigrant, Burt tells us how one fateful trip to Austin inspired his beloved Trudy's Underground Barbecue, which led to Slab, and working alongside Wolfgang Puck. A true 'Only in L.A.' story with a one-of-a-kind figure. . . .and of course, there's his Daily Hummus!

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67:27

Protecting L.A.’s Most Vulnerable: Fighting Human...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/02/09

The first Latina elected to a Citywide office in Los Angeles HISTORY, Hydee Feldstein Soto is the 43rd City Attorney for the City of Los Angeles. Her inspirational story as a Jewish Puerto Rican is symbolic of the opportunity in world's melting pot of L.A. Her no-nonsense approach is a breath of fresh air in a world of bureaucracy, and her track record of fighting corruption and human trafficking shows that her intelligence, leadership can lead to real progress.

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59:57

From Heart & Hustle to Trials & Triumphs: The L.A....

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/02/02

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!

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80:19

The California Post is HERE. Will it replace the L.A....

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/01/26

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.

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65:19

Is L.A. finally serious about Mass Transit?

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/01/16

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.

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30:02

My Top 5 Films that Define L.A.

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/01/09

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!

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28:06

10 things to Expect in L.A. in 2026

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2026/01/02

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

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51:21

You asked, we answered. . . AMA with My Wife,...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2025/12/26

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!

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67:36

Off the Menu to L.A.‘s Hottest Menus: How Lawrence...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2025/12/19

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.

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96:48

The Roy Choi Origin Story: from K-town to Kogi

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2025/12/12

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.

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60:06

Nithya Raman: Trailblazer with a Vision for the...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2025/12/05

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.

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24:27

7 Things you have to do in L.A. - and they're FREE!

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2025/11/28

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!

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61:43

Marqueece Harris-Dawson—A Genuine Treasure and True...

In a Minute with Evan Lovett ·

2025/11/21

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

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