New Smokey Bear campaign has been released
For close to 80 years, he's been telling us how we can prevent forest fires. Now Smokey the Bear is back...updated for a new generation. We talked to a wildfire prevention expert about Smokey's new campaign in a year where the threats of fires have never been higher.
For close to 80 years, he's been telling us how we can prevent forest fires. Now Smokey the Bear is back...updated for a new generation. We talked to a wildfire prevention expert about Smokey's new campaign in a year where the threats of fires have never been higher.
TikTok Tuesday Eeka McLeod
Amanda talks to Eeka McLeod, whose journey to building her family began when she made the decision to pursue her lifelong dream of adopting a child. After becoming a licensed foster parent while in graduate school, she started welcoming children into her home. Throughout her time fostering, Eeka cared for 18 children and eventually adopted three: Eli, Evan and Ella.?Eli has Cerebral Palsy while Evan and Ella are on the Autism Spectrum, so she has dedicated her life to meeting their unique needs while helping them find ways to express their individuality. The self-described ?family of misfits'' has made a name for themselves on social media during the pandemic with unapologetically real, hilarious content that showcases the triumphs and challenges of their daily life. Their devoted fanbase includes 120 million likes and 2.4 million followers on TikTok, over 100,000 followers on Instagram, as well as over 42 million views and over 121,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Amanda talks to Eeka McLeod, whose journey to building her family began when she made the decision to pursue her lifelong dream of adopting a child. After becoming a licensed foster parent while in graduate school, she started welcoming children into her home. Throughout her time fostering, Eeka cared for 18 children and eventually adopted three: Eli, Evan and Ella.?Eli has Cerebral Palsy while Evan and Ella are on the Autism Spectrum, so she has dedicated her life to meeting their unique needs while helping them find ways to express their individuality. The self-described ?family of misfits'' has made a name for themselves on social media during the pandemic with unapologetically real, hilarious content that showcases the triumphs and challenges of their daily life. Their devoted fanbase includes 120 million likes and 2.4 million followers on TikTok, over 100,000 followers on Instagram, as well as over 42 million views and over 121,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Talking to kids about race
Talking to your kids about race. What you say, and how you say it, is really important. The author of the book 'Is It Racism?' talked about how parents can start that conversation..
Talking to your kids about race. What you say, and how you say it, is really important. The author of the book 'Is It Racism?' talked about how parents can start that conversation..
Helping People in Need
Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith is the President and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Southern California. She is the first African American to hold that position in the organization's 76 year history. She joined us on Good Day LA to talk about her organization's amazing work and her big plans going forward.
Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith is the President and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Southern California. She is the first African American to hold that position in the organization's 76 year history. She joined us on Good Day LA to talk about her organization's amazing work and her big plans going forward.
Assembling 'The Capables' for their next adventure
When Danny Jordan found out his unborn daughter would come into this world with a limb difference, he wanted to make the world a more comfortable place for her. He created 'The Capables', a children's book about a group of kids who have disabilities but also super powers.
When Danny Jordan found out his unborn daughter would come into this world with a limb difference, he wanted to make the world a more comfortable place for her. He created 'The Capables', a children's book about a group of kids who have disabilities but also super powers.
The power of positivity
Sometimes a kind word or a positive comment is all it takes to turn a bad day into a good one. Whether it's a stranger at the supermarket or someone in your own family - kindness and affirmations can be fuel to feeds our souls. So how can we be better about expressing this to those that are most important in our lives? We talked to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr. George James.
Sometimes a kind word or a positive comment is all it takes to turn a bad day into a good one. Whether it's a stranger at the supermarket or someone in your own family - kindness and affirmations can be fuel to feeds our souls. So how can we be better about expressing this to those that are most important in our lives? We talked to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr. George James.
New women and children's residence opens in South L.A.
CASA/LA and Butterfly?s Haven Open First Women?s Foster-Centric Residence
CASA/LA and Butterfly?s Haven Open First Women?s Foster-Centric Residence
Discussing GLAAD?S 'Where We Are on TV' report
A new study shows that when it comes to LGBTQ representation, TV is making major strides. We talked to GLAAD's Entertainment Research & Analysis Manager, researcher, and author of the 'Where We Are on TV' report to talk about what's being done right and what could be done better.
A new study shows that when it comes to LGBTQ representation, TV is making major strides. We talked to GLAAD's Entertainment Research & Analysis Manager, researcher, and author of the 'Where We Are on TV' report to talk about what's being done right and what could be done better.
Take A Walk. Join A Movement.
It's a movement that is gaining momentum, one step at time. It's called Girltrek, and it is motivating African American women to get moving, get healthy, and get empowered. We spoke with the founders of Girltrek about their upcoming event.
It's a movement that is gaining momentum, one step at time. It's called Girltrek, and it is motivating African American women to get moving, get healthy, and get empowered. We spoke with the founders of Girltrek about their upcoming event.
The Orange Homeless Count is underway
The 2022 Orange County Point-in-Time Homeless Count is underway. Chairman Doug Chaffee of the Orange County Board of Supervisors joined Good Day LA to discuss.
The 2022 Orange County Point-in-Time Homeless Count is underway. Chairman Doug Chaffee of the Orange County Board of Supervisors joined Good Day LA to discuss.
Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count underway
The 2022 Greater Los Angeles Point-in-Time Homeless Count gets underway. L.A. Homeless Services Authority Executive Director, Heidi Marston, joined Good Day LA to discuss.
The 2022 Greater Los Angeles Point-in-Time Homeless Count gets underway. L.A. Homeless Services Authority Executive Director, Heidi Marston, joined Good Day LA to discuss.
Heart health and your kids
Pediatrician, Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, on the importance of talking to our kids about heart health.
Pediatrician, Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, on the importance of talking to our kids about heart health.
Hearing loss can impact relationships
Dr. Amit Gosalia, author of "Papa, Can You Hear Me Now?", raises awareness about the impact hearing loss can have on relationships.
Dr. Amit Gosalia, author of "Papa, Can You Hear Me Now?", raises awareness about the impact hearing loss can have on relationships.
Maz Jobrani talks about upcoming event at The Laugh Factory
Telling jokes to make a difference. That's what Maz Jobrani and friends will be doing in couple of weeks. We talked to Maz about the Nowruz Comedy Night to benefit the Midnight Mission.
Telling jokes to make a difference. That's what Maz Jobrani and friends will be doing in couple of weeks. We talked to Maz about the Nowruz Comedy Night to benefit the Midnight Mission.
'King' of the mountains
Alexander Andrew King is climbing to the top, literally, in an effort to inspire the explorers spirit in folks that look like him. He is determined to become the first African American to climb the seven highest mountain *and volcano peaks on each continent!
Alexander Andrew King is climbing to the top, literally, in an effort to inspire the explorers spirit in folks that look like him. He is determined to become the first African American to climb the seven highest mountain *and volcano peaks on each continent!
CEO of Homeboy Industries, Thomas Vozzo
Homeboy Industries? CEO, Thomas Vozzo, has written a new book: "The Homeboy Way: A Radical Approach to Business and Life"
Homeboy Industries? CEO, Thomas Vozzo, has written a new book: "The Homeboy Way: A Radical Approach to Business and Life"
How to build generational wealth
Bob DeCastro sits down with a financial advisor to talk about tips to plan a financial future.
Bob DeCastro sits down with a financial advisor to talk about tips to plan a financial future.
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Student-athlete shares struggles
Today is the first day of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. It's an opportunity to shine a light on a mental health condition that impacts millions of people and their families. Mental health advocate Victoria Garrick joined us on Good Day LA to talk more about how she overcame her own struggles with body image, and the support available to others looking for help.
Today is the first day of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. It's an opportunity to shine a light on a mental health condition that impacts millions of people and their families. Mental health advocate Victoria Garrick joined us on Good Day LA to talk more about how she overcame her own struggles with body image, and the support available to others looking for help.
South Gate Teacher awarded by the NHL
KIPP Corazon Academy teacher, Alfredo Crossman-Chavez Jr., named NHL/NHLPA January Most Valuable Teacher.
KIPP Corazon Academy teacher, Alfredo Crossman-Chavez Jr., named NHL/NHLPA January Most Valuable Teacher.
Easterseals Disability Film Challenge
The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge is a 5 day filmmaking contest. Open to all, it provides a platform for new voices in the entertainment industry. Nic Novicki joined us on Good Day LA to talk about the challenge and how you can participate.
The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge is a 5 day filmmaking contest. Open to all, it provides a platform for new voices in the entertainment industry. Nic Novicki joined us on Good Day LA to talk about the challenge and how you can participate.