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The Meekly Music Box: Edward Torres
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - October 17, 2022 07:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsCome one, come all. Step right up. We've got a brand new Meekly Music Box to fit the season. We're proud to feature the music of the live organist at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater Edward Torres. While not a traditionally recorded musician, Edward was kind enough to make a recording of the sort...
Podcast On Haunted Hill (L.A. Horror Movies)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - October 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsGrab some popcorn and a bloody knife because for Halloween this year we're discussing some of the most iconic Los Angeles horror movies. We'll be talking about everything from Night of the Comet and Nope to Chopping Mall and Tales From the Hood.
The Meekly Music Box: Sad Girlz Club
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - September 12, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsStop, hey, what's that sound? It's the Meekly Music Box so shut up and listen. This month we are pleased to feature the music of Sad Girlz Club. Settle in as we talk about the two sides of punk and listen to their songs "Problems" and "I Think I'm Ready."
KMEEK (Radio Stations)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - September 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsCrank up that dial (volume button) on your receiver (phone) and tune in to our newest broadcast (episode). This month we'll be talking about the radio history of Los Angeles. We'll cover the very early days (16:44), KHJ (29:55), Power 106 (52:36) and KDAY (1:19:07).
The Meekly Music Box: Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - August 15, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsIf you're hearing music that must mean it's Meekly Music Box Monday. A phrase we've never used before. This month we are thrilled to feature Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles. They are the world's first LGBTQ+ mariachi band and we'll tell you all about them as we listen to "Popurri Rocio Durcal" a...
Y Tu Mob Boss Tambien (Jack Dragna vs Mickey Cohen)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - August 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsJust when you thought you were out, we pull you back in to another episode of L.A. Meekly. This month we're diving into two of the titans of the classic mob era of Los Angeles: Jack Dragna (16:09) and Mickey Cohen (42:30).
The Meekly Music Box: A Horse A Spoon A Bucket
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - July 18, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsPack your headphones, we're taking a trip to Magic Baby Island. Courtesy of this month's featured band: A Horse A Spoon A Bucket. We'll tell you everything you need to know about one of the most unique bands in Los Angeles as we listen to Party Baby and Gopher Jamboree.
Candy Is Dandy
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - July 11, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsA second podcast hosted by the Meekly boys right here in my feed? It better be about candy you say? Well you're in luck. We are proud to introduce our new show Candy Is Dandy: The Candy Review Podcast. Listen in to this backdoor pilot and hear our first episode on Snickers and please subscribe to...
Glazed and Confused (Donuts)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - July 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsIt took 103 tries but we're finally doing the episode we've always dreamed of: the donut history of Los Angeles. And the best part: we try a donut from every place we cover. We'll be discussing (eating) Yum Yum (14:58), Winchell's (29:28), Randy's (46:30) and the Cambodian American history of the...
The Meekly Music Box: Raised On TV
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - June 13, 2022 07:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsYou're in for a treat this time, meeklings, because on this month's music box we've got the Valley's own Raised On TV. Settle in to get a taste of the Valley sound with their songs "Mess I Made" and "Caroline."
Plans, Trains and Automobiles (Daytrips from LA)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - June 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsWe're going on a trip and you're coming with us whether you have the time off or not. This month we're getting loose and offering up the best day trips surrounding Los Angeles and how L.A. has shaped these places and vice versa from Solvang to Knott's Berry Farm.
Charles Phoenix (An Interview)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - May 24, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsWe did it. We got him. We are thrilled to present to you an interview we had the privilege of doing with L.A. history icon Charles Phoenix. Listen in as we discuss the mid century allure of southern California, what it means to L.A. to lose our cultural treasures and the best affordable pizza in ...
The Meekly Music Box: Lamar Woods & Juancho Ca$h (Interview w/ Carl Tart)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - May 16, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsHas it been a year of the Meekly Music Box already? We started 12 months ago so it must be. This month we're featuring the music of Lamar Woods and Juancho Ca$h. For this very special anniversary episode we have Juancho Ca$h himself (aka Carl Tart) to talk about their music and the specific flavo...
Gardena of Edena (Gambling)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - May 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsListening to L.A. Meekly has always been a gamble but this month that's a good thing. That's because we'll be discussing the history of gambling in Los Angeles. From the early wild west days (10:51) to the offshore gambling boats (21:12) to the heyday of Gardena (55:56). This episode is brought t...
L.A. Taco Live's Laura Tejeda (An Interview)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - April 20, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsAn L.A. Meekly episode in your feed this late in the month? Why, Easter must have come late and Passover and Ramadan right on time! Tune in for this virtual field trip with Laura Tejeda of L.A. Taco Live. We'll discuss the ins and outs of L.A. Taco, her food based activism in East Los Angeles and...
The Meekly Music Box: Townland
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - April 11, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsCrank up the old crank powered radio and settle in to listen to our featured band this month: Townland. We'll be getting into their origin and current incarnation as we listen to The Solid State and Gin Atomic.
Hail Mary (Mary Pickford 100th Episode Bonanza)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - April 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratings100 episodes. Could you ever have believed it? Could you ever have wanted it? To celebrate, we're going deep into the life and work of the patron saint of Los Angeles and L.A. Meekly: Mary Pickford. We'll cover her life (11:46), United Artists (49:24) and Pickfair (1:28:03). Plus we get sappy tha...
The Meekly Music Box: Ginger Root
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - March 14, 2022 07:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsThe ides of March may be coming tomorrow but if I were you ide listen to this: our 10th episode of the Meekly Music Box! This month we are thrilled to feature the incredible Ginger Root. Hear all about the man and learn what "aggressive elevator soul" sounds like as we sit down and listen to "Jub...
A Special Announcement!
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - March 08, 2022 08:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsJust a brief listen to announce a very special new project that is out today!
The Phantom Mannix (People Behind the Scenes)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - March 01, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsThis month we're pulling back the curtain for two stories of the people behind the scenes of the movies and music you know and love. The people who helped make things run smoothly outside of the public eye. One will horrify you. One will delight you. Both will ruin popular entertainment for you f...
The Meekly Music Box: Fartbarf
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - February 14, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsLove is in the air and barf is in the mouth. That's why this month's featured band on the Meekly Music Box is the one, the only: Fartbarf. Tune in while we listen to "Simple Planet" and "Master of the 5 Count" and hear about the band's mission of making perfoming as hard for themselves as possible.
Parks and Wrecks (Local Parks)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - February 01, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsIs there any better way to spend Valentine's Day than in a public park? Probably not because it's free. If you could not care less about Valentine's Day then you'll still love this episode on a few of the city's public parks because it's also free. We'll be covering the hilly beauty of Elysian Pa...
The Meekly Music Box: Los Yesterdays
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - January 17, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsSit back, plug in the old podcast turntable and bask in the glory of this month's Meekly Music Box. This go round we are featuring the "souldies" of Los Yesterdays including "Time" and "Nobody's Clown." You're going to love them as much as Daniel loves claiming his car is a low rider.
Fabled Attraction (Old Attractions)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - January 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsStep right up and welcome to 2022. Where history reigns supreme and also repeats itself. This month we're covering a few of the city's old and old timey attractions including the Pasadena Veloway (13:31), the Moonlight Rollerway (46:59) and the Cawston Ostrich Farm (1:08:08). Happy New Year!
The Meekly Music Box: Eban Schletter
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - December 15, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsJust press play. We dare you. It's not much of a dare because we know you'll love what you hear. This month our featured musician is the legendary Eban Schletter. Learn about his career spanning from the Gilman Street Warehouse in Berkeley to Spongebob while we listen to his songs "In The Future"...
Hidden History of Los Angeles Crossover Extravaganza w/ Robert Petersen
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - December 08, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsThe shared universe you've been waiting for is finally here: L.A. Meekly and The Hidden History of Los Angeles are finally together in one meta podcast episode. We sat down with fellow Los Angeles history podcast host Robert Petersen to talk about his show (The Hidden History of Los Angeles) and ...
Creepy Christmas/Chaunted Channukah Part: Malign (Haunted Tales)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - December 01, 2021 10:47 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsChannukah came early this year and it swears this has never happened before. Settle in for a night by the artificial fireplace with us as we get into a couple haunted tales of Los Angeles in this: what we declare to be your favorite holiday tradition. This year we will cover the Colorado Street a...
The Meekly Music Box: Hannah Rooth
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - November 15, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsIt's the middle of the month and you know what that means: The Meekly Music Box is back and it demands you to dance. To help with that, this month we are featuring the music of Hannah Rooth. Listen in to her songs "Dust" and "Do Me Like That" and be wowed by her vocal range and Greg and Daniel ar...
To Live and Why In L.A. (Why Live In L.A.?)
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - November 01, 2021 08:15 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsWe asked and you answered. Then we asked again repeatedly for months all leading up to this episode. Today we tackle the question of "Why L.A.?" What is it that keeps us all here? You'll hear answers from us and from you the listeners as we come to a general consensus that isn't just "tacos." Th...
The Meekly Music Box: Marquis & the Rhythm Howlers
L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast - October 11, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 213 ratingsJust in time for Halloween we've got a couple songs that really howl from a band that also really howls. This month we are thrilled to feature Marquis & the Rhythm Howlers as they treat us to their songs "Destruction" and "New Orleans Bump." Tune in to learn more about this band and hear some son...
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