The holidays can be difficult for transgender youth...Transanta wants to help make it easier
'Transanta' is a place where positivity and support are on display to let trans youth know they are not alone even if it sometimes feels that way. We talked to the three founders who turned this gift giving support system into a reality.
'Transanta' is a place where positivity and support are on display to let trans youth know they are not alone even if it sometimes feels that way. We talked to the three founders who turned this gift giving support system into a reality.
Guitar Pick Artist
During the pandemic many people discovered new interests and hobbies but John Arena discovered he had a very unique talent. He makes mosaics of iconic rock stars out of guitar picks. Soon he started getting attention from galleries in Miami and NYC and the pieces were selling for thousands of dollars. John joined us on Good Day LA to talk about how he turned his hobby into a successful art career.
During the pandemic many people discovered new interests and hobbies but John Arena discovered he had a very unique talent. He makes mosaics of iconic rock stars out of guitar picks. Soon he started getting attention from galleries in Miami and NYC and the pieces were selling for thousands of dollars. John joined us on Good Day LA to talk about how he turned his hobby into a successful art career.
Increase joy and decrease stress during the Holidays
Author and TEDx speaker, Shari Alyse, shares ways to bring back joy to your holiday season.
Author and TEDx speaker, Shari Alyse, shares ways to bring back joy to your holiday season.
'Two Blind Brothers' making a big difference with their company
They may have lost their vision but two blind brothers made their vision come true. Bryan and Bradford Manning created a company called 'Two Blind Brothers' that not only offers a line of unique clothing but also raises money to help find a cure for blindness.
They may have lost their vision but two blind brothers made their vision come true. Bryan and Bradford Manning created a company called 'Two Blind Brothers' that not only offers a line of unique clothing but also raises money to help find a cure for blindness.
Popular restaurants that were 'Made in California'
Ever hear of Danny's Donuts? It was as a single restaurant in Lakewood and now it's all over the country, but you know it by a different name. Turns out, California was the starting place for a lot big time eateries. We talked to the man who literally wrote the book on those places, George Geary.
Ever hear of Danny's Donuts? It was as a single restaurant in Lakewood and now it's all over the country, but you know it by a different name. Turns out, California was the starting place for a lot big time eateries. We talked to the man who literally wrote the book on those places, George Geary.
Tips for heading into 2022 with an improved outlook
Author and Family Therapist, Edit Alaverdyan, joined Good Day LA to talk about coping through a tumultuous year and offer suggestions for improving our outlook for 2022.
Author and Family Therapist, Edit Alaverdyan, joined Good Day LA to talk about coping through a tumultuous year and offer suggestions for improving our outlook for 2022.
Iman Marshall returns home for two weekend toy giveaways
NFL player Iman Marshall (Baltimore Ravens) will be back in town on Dec 18th to hold two toy giveaways. One at the Compton VFW Post, in collaboration with the Compton NAACP, and another in Long Beach.
NFL player Iman Marshall (Baltimore Ravens) will be back in town on Dec 18th to hold two toy giveaways. One at the Compton VFW Post, in collaboration with the Compton NAACP, and another in Long Beach.
Why kids with unhealthy teeth could face serious health risks when they're older
Did you know one out of 4 kids are suffering from tooth decay? And studies show poor oral care early in life leads to bigger health issues in the future? If not, you're not alone and that's why Congressman Tony C?rdenas wants to make sure parents get the message. He joined us to talk about how he's taking action.
Did you know one out of 4 kids are suffering from tooth decay? And studies show poor oral care early in life leads to bigger health issues in the future? If not, you're not alone and that's why Congressman Tony C?rdenas wants to make sure parents get the message. He joined us to talk about how he's taking action.
AJ's Birthday Blood Drive: 323-361-2441
For AJ's 14th birthday, he is asking volunteers to participate in a blood drive this weekend at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
For AJ's 14th birthday, he is asking volunteers to participate in a blood drive this weekend at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
Luke's Wings 'No Soldier Spends Christmas Alone' initiative
Luke?s?Wings?Founder,?Fletcher Gill,?shares the organization's mission to reunite at least 500 heroes and their families with its annual ?No Soldier Spends Christmas Alone? initiative.
Luke?s?Wings?Founder,?Fletcher Gill,?shares the organization's mission to reunite at least 500 heroes and their families with its annual ?No Soldier Spends Christmas Alone? initiative.
Linking the pandemic's impact with opioid abuse
Dr. Paul Christo serves as Director of the Multidisciplinary Pain Fellowship Program at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He joined Good Day LA to discuss linking the pandemic with a troubling trend in the opioid crisis.
Dr. Paul Christo serves as Director of the Multidisciplinary Pain Fellowship Program at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He joined Good Day LA to discuss linking the pandemic with a troubling trend in the opioid crisis.
ALMA Backyard Farms: Fighting food insecurity and more
ALMA Backyard Farms provides food and second chances for those in the community who need them. We talked to one of the founders about their mission to help out and give back.
ALMA Backyard Farms provides food and second chances for those in the community who need them. We talked to one of the founders about their mission to help out and give back.
Milestone anniversary in the fight against Covid
One year ago, the first Covid vaccine became available...lines were long and the demand was high. Today vaccines are plentiful but cases are still high due in part to all the variants. We talked to an expert about where we are now in the fight one year later.
One year ago, the first Covid vaccine became available...lines were long and the demand was high. Today vaccines are plentiful but cases are still high due in part to all the variants. We talked to an expert about where we are now in the fight one year later.
Holiday gifts for your pets with Dr. Ruth MacPete
Dr. Ruth MacPete shares the perfect holiday gifts for pets and pet parents.
Dr. Ruth MacPete shares the perfect holiday gifts for pets and pet parents.
Petition to recast Black Panther's T'Challa gains momentum on social media
After the death of Chadwick Boseman, Disney said they would not recast the role of T'Challa. A new petition circulating online is urging Disney to do just that. Emmanual "E-Man" Noisette explains why he thinks this is what Boseman would have wanted.
After the death of Chadwick Boseman, Disney said they would not recast the role of T'Challa. A new petition circulating online is urging Disney to do just that. Emmanual "E-Man" Noisette explains why he thinks this is what Boseman would have wanted.
Dating tips for the New Year
Dating expert Monique Kelley has some unique ways to find love in 2022.
Dating expert Monique Kelley has some unique ways to find love in 2022.
'Latina' drops historic cover
Lots of year end magazine covers are popping up out there...but one in particular is historic for 'Latina' ...one of the women behind it explains the decision to feature MJ Rodriguez front and center.
Lots of year end magazine covers are popping up out there...but one in particular is historic for 'Latina' ...one of the women behind it explains the decision to feature MJ Rodriguez front and center.
Covid survivor back on track
They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger...and one 76 year old is proof of that! We talked to Al Vaughn, a man who was hospitalized with covid, on a ventilator, and put into a medically induced coma. He not only survived...now Al's training for a half marathon!
They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger...and one 76 year old is proof of that! We talked to Al Vaughn, a man who was hospitalized with covid, on a ventilator, and put into a medically induced coma. He not only survived...now Al's training for a half marathon!
Oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle, discusses her new book "OCEAN: A Global Odyssey"
Oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle, discusses her new book "OCEAN: A Global Odyssey"
Oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle, discusses her new book "OCEAN: A Global Odyssey"
Project Recover efforts told in new documentary, To What Remains
Project Recover is the subject of a new documentary, 'To What Remains'. Project Recover cofounder, Dr. Pat Scannon, and Project Recover President, Dr. Derek Abbey joined GDLA to discuss their work.
Project Recover is the subject of a new documentary, 'To What Remains'. Project Recover cofounder, Dr. Pat Scannon, and Project Recover President, Dr. Derek Abbey joined GDLA to discuss their work.