Ep. 202: From The Streets of New York to the Sets of Los Angeles
Hank Garrett started out his life as a poor kid on the streets of Harlem. With death and poverty all around him, he was filled with anger and despair, doomed…
Ep. 182: The Last Blockbuster on the Planet
In 2011, Blockbuster went bankrupt. So how is there is a Blockbuster operating in Bend, Oregon in 2021? The answer to that is complicated, but I attempt to untangle it…
Ep. 180: Down On Skid Row
My first introduction to Skid Row was the catchy little number in the musical "Little Shop of Horrors". I had no idea that is was referring to the largest recognized…
*Bonus* Howard Hughes and RKO Studios
Howard Hughes and RKO Studios Hughes long-lasting impact was most prominently felt after he purchased one of the 5 major productions studios RKO. It was here that Hughes toppled the…
Ep. 147: The Art of Neon Signs
The Art of Neon Signs What is not to love about neon signs? These buzzing beauties have become synonymous with the open road. From their invention in the 30's, to…
Ep. 127: The Mother Road – Route 66
The Mother Road - Route 66 Everybody loves to travel, and the United States has one of the most comprehensive interstate systems on any country. You can get on a…
Ep. 93 The Life of Charles Fletcher Lummis
In a city like Los Angeles, it is hard to stand out, although everyone is desperately trying to. The easyish way to do that is to be the first to…
Ep. 81 The Battle of Los Angeles
In celebration of the diamond anniversary of The Battle of Los Angeles, I sit down with one of the most respected men in the UFO field Dr. William J.…