Jordan Larson talks about making Olympic history
She led the Women's USA Volleyball Team to its first ever gold medal at the Olympics. Jordan Larson explained how she felt about doing something for her country that had never been done before and also dropped some surprising and life changing plans she has for next week.
She led the Women's USA Volleyball Team to its first ever gold medal at the Olympics. Jordan Larson explained how she felt about doing something for her country that had never been done before and also dropped some surprising and life changing plans she has for next week.
Author Da'shaun Harrison talks with Good Day LA about the politics of marginalization
To be marginalized in this world is to be vulnerable to all sorts of injustice & abuse. Among those groups, people of color are often marginalized, as are trans people, disabled people, and overweight people. Author Da'shaun Harrison knows all about that, and has written a powerful new book called, Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness.
To be marginalized in this world is to be vulnerable to all sorts of injustice & abuse. Among those groups, people of color are often marginalized, as are trans people, disabled people, and overweight people. Author Da'shaun Harrison knows all about that, and has written a powerful new book called, Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness.
Poet and Hamilton High School senior, Della Dragon, looks forward to returning to class
Garfield High School hosted LAUSD's Welcome Back to School Opening Address. It was a wonderful event filled with inspiring moments. Like Della Dragon's poem about coming back to in-person learning. Della is a senior at Hamilton High, and she perfectly captured the anxiety, the excitement, and the uncertainty of so many students heading back to class.
Garfield High School hosted LAUSD's Welcome Back to School Opening Address. It was a wonderful event filled with inspiring moments. Like Della Dragon's poem about coming back to in-person learning. Della is a senior at Hamilton High, and she perfectly captured the anxiety, the excitement, and the uncertainty of so many students heading back to class.
August is National Black Business Month, John William Templeton joined GDLA
August is National Black Business Month, a supportive effort founded back in 2004 that is more important than ever before. The pandemic devastated black-owned businesses. How can we try to reverse that brutal reality? The founder of National Black Business Month, John William Templeton, joined us on Good Day LA.
August is National Black Business Month, a supportive effort founded back in 2004 that is more important than ever before. The pandemic devastated black-owned businesses. How can we try to reverse that brutal reality? The founder of National Black Business Month, John William Templeton, joined us on Good Day LA.
Jordan Chiles talk Olympics, UCLA, and how she got her name
The silver winning Olympic medalist has a lot going on. She just returned from Tokyo, is preparing to start her freshman year at UCLA, and is reuniting with her USA teammate Simone Biles and other big names for the 'Gold Over America Tour', which hits Anaheim and Los Angeles next month. Amanda Salas talked to her about all of it!
The silver winning Olympic medalist has a lot going on. She just returned from Tokyo, is preparing to start her freshman year at UCLA, and is reuniting with her USA teammate Simone Biles and other big names for the 'Gold Over America Tour', which hits Anaheim and Los Angeles next month. Amanda Salas talked to her about all of it!
Later with Leon is a guaranteed good time on Fox Soul
Leon Rogers is the Host of Later with Leon, and he is not only sharing his comedy with Chicago he is sharing it with EVERYONE through his show on Fox Soul. Later with Leon talks all things: sports, current events, and of course... comedy! Leon shared the struggles of parenting in a pandemic. To watch Later with Leon and even more entertaining and interactive shows, go to: www.foxsoul.tv
Leon Rogers is the Host of Later with Leon, and he is not only sharing his comedy with Chicago he is sharing it with EVERYONE through his show on Fox Soul. Later with Leon talks all things: sports, current events, and of course... comedy! Leon shared the struggles of parenting in a pandemic. To watch Later with Leon and even more entertaining and interactive shows, go to: www.foxsoul.tv
Hacks for packing a healthy school lunch with Nutritionist, Risa Groux
If you have kids heading back to school, making sure they have a healthy lunch packed is top of mind. If creating new options for them is tricky, don't worry! Nutritionist Risa Groux visits Good Day LA to give us some healthy lunch hacks. RisaGrouxNutrition.com
If you have kids heading back to school, making sure they have a healthy lunch packed is top of mind. If creating new options for them is tricky, don't worry! Nutritionist Risa Groux visits Good Day LA to give us some healthy lunch hacks. RisaGrouxNutrition.com
LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn discusses proposal that would require proof of vaccination
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved a plan to consider requiring proof of vaccination against the coronavirus to enter some indoor public spaces. Before the vote, LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn discussed her proposal on Good Day LA.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved a plan to consider requiring proof of vaccination against the coronavirus to enter some indoor public spaces. Before the vote, LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn discussed her proposal on Good Day LA.
After accusations of sexual harassment by NY Governor Cuomo, conversations about harassment and assault in the workplace have been sparked
Several women have accused New York Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment. The reports are sparking new conversations about sexual harassment and assault in the workplace. Angela Rose, activist and founder of PAVE joined Good Day LA to discuss. PAVE is a non-profit that empowers students, parents, and civic leaders to end sexual violence with prevention education, promoting respect for oneself and each other.
Several women have accused New York Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment. The reports are sparking new conversations about sexual harassment and assault in the workplace. Angela Rose, activist and founder of PAVE joined Good Day LA to discuss. PAVE is a non-profit that empowers students, parents, and civic leaders to end sexual violence with prevention education, promoting respect for oneself and each other.
Siblings from Southern California hope to become 'Lego Masters'
Bryan and Lauren Firks are not just brother and sister, they're also teammates on the new season of 'Lego Masters.' They talked to Amanda about their love of Lego, how they get along, and what they plan to do if they win it all and take home that 100 thousand dollar prize.
Bryan and Lauren Firks are not just brother and sister, they're also teammates on the new season of 'Lego Masters.' They talked to Amanda about their love of Lego, how they get along, and what they plan to do if they win it all and take home that 100 thousand dollar prize.
The GMCLA: Making music and change for more than 40 years
An annual tradition for the Gay Men's Choir of Los Angeles continues this weekend with its annual gala. GMCLA Executive Director Lou Spisto was joined by Dr. Jerry Abraham, who is being honored at the streaming event Saturday night.
An annual tradition for the Gay Men's Choir of Los Angeles continues this weekend with its annual gala. GMCLA Executive Director Lou Spisto was joined by Dr. Jerry Abraham, who is being honored at the streaming event Saturday night.
The open street bike festival known as 'CicLAvia' is back after a one-year hiatus.
The open street bike festival known as 'CicLAvia' is back after a one-year hiatus. The Executive Director of CicLAvia, Romel Pascual, joined us to talk about this weekend?s event. CicLAvia returns to the streets Sunday August 15, from 9am-4pm for a 2.25-mile route connecting Banning Park and Wilmington Waterfront Park. Bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, and enjoy the route however you want. It's free for people of all ages and abilities!
The open street bike festival known as 'CicLAvia' is back after a one-year hiatus. The Executive Director of CicLAvia, Romel Pascual, joined us to talk about this weekend?s event. CicLAvia returns to the streets Sunday August 15, from 9am-4pm for a 2.25-mile route connecting Banning Park and Wilmington Waterfront Park. Bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, and enjoy the route however you want. It's free for people of all ages and abilities!
The President of the Orange County Board of Education joined us to discuss a lawsuit over classroom mask mandate
Kids all over Orange County are heading back to school next week. Like all other children in California, they will have to wear masks. The Orange County Board of Education, which oversees more than three thousands students, voted this week to sue Governor Newsom over his K-12 mask mandate. Mari Barke, the President of the Orange County Board of Education joined us to discuss.
Kids all over Orange County are heading back to school next week. Like all other children in California, they will have to wear masks. The Orange County Board of Education, which oversees more than three thousands students, voted this week to sue Governor Newsom over his K-12 mask mandate. Mari Barke, the President of the Orange County Board of Education joined us to discuss.
Rev. Andy Bales has been right in the middle of the battle to protect those experiencing homelessness
L.A. City Council just approved an ordinance banning homeless encampments from certain areas of the city, including sidewalks. So, what happens to the people living in those encampments? Rev. Andy Bales, President of the Union Rescue Mission, joined us to discuss.
L.A. City Council just approved an ordinance banning homeless encampments from certain areas of the city, including sidewalks. So, what happens to the people living in those encampments? Rev. Andy Bales, President of the Union Rescue Mission, joined us to discuss.
Filmmaker, Laura Hand, is helping to tell the stories of those living on Skid Row
We see it now in so many communities, streets lined with tents and cardboard boxes. Laura Hand who was motivated after volunteering regularly at the Downtown Women’s Center and Midnight Mission directs a new docu-fiction film called “The Tent Mender”. She became deeply moved by the stories of the individuals she met. Laura joined us to discuss her project.
We see it now in so many communities, streets lined with tents and cardboard boxes. Laura Hand who was motivated after volunteering regularly at the Downtown Women’s Center and Midnight Mission directs a new docu-fiction film called “The Tent Mender”. She became deeply moved by the stories of the individuals she met. Laura joined us to discuss her project.
City Attorney Mike Feuer has been urging the LA County Board of Supervisors to make proof of vaccination required for a lot of indoor activities
Earlier this week, L.A. City Attorney Mike Feuer raised a red flag to county leaders stating we need proof of vaccinations at all Los Angeles county restaurants, gyms, and theaters. There are several ideas being considered. Mike Feuer joined us to discuss why a vaccine mandate is needed, and why the idea is getting some push-back.
Earlier this week, L.A. City Attorney Mike Feuer raised a red flag to county leaders stating we need proof of vaccinations at all Los Angeles county restaurants, gyms, and theaters. There are several ideas being considered. Mike Feuer joined us to discuss why a vaccine mandate is needed, and why the idea is getting some push-back.
Former STYX front man Dennis DeYoung releases final solo album, 26 East Vol. 2
Dennis DeYoung talks STYX, his final farewell solo album and his wife of 51-years.
Dennis DeYoung talks STYX, his final farewell solo album and his wife of 51-years.
New book on female inmates fighting fires on the front lines
They are women who are serving time for various reasons, and they're also women who may save your home or even your life. Author Jaime Lowe talks about an inmate firefighting program where women risk their lives for less than five bucks a day, plus a dollar an hour when they are actually on the fire line. The book is called Breathing Fire: Female Inmate Firefighters on the Front Lines of California’s Wildfires.
They are women who are serving time for various reasons, and they're also women who may save your home or even your life. Author Jaime Lowe talks about an inmate firefighting program where women risk their lives for less than five bucks a day, plus a dollar an hour when they are actually on the fire line. The book is called Breathing Fire: Female Inmate Firefighters on the Front Lines of California’s Wildfires.
Melissa Panzer talks about the challenges of working mothers brought on by the pandemic
COVID has had a huge impact on working moms. The labor department says from January of 2020 to January of this year, the number of working moms with kids under 18 dropped by 1.6 million. Because of several challenges brought on by the pandemic, some are facing impossible choices. Melissa Panzer is from the nonprofit media company Working Nation. The group raises awareness about the challenges in the workforce. She joined Good Day LA to talk about some of the concerns she is hearing.
COVID has had a huge impact on working moms. The labor department says from January of 2020 to January of this year, the number of working moms with kids under 18 dropped by 1.6 million. Because of several challenges brought on by the pandemic, some are facing impossible choices. Melissa Panzer is from the nonprofit media company Working Nation. The group raises awareness about the challenges in the workforce. She joined Good Day LA to talk about some of the concerns she is hearing.
Dave Koz talks new music and Summer Horns 2021 tour
Dave Koz and friends hit the road for The Summer Horns tour. Catch him August 8th at the Hollywood Bowl.
Dave Koz and friends hit the road for The Summer Horns tour. Catch him August 8th at the Hollywood Bowl.