When a fire ripped through the Santa Monica Mountains on January 7th, people across the globe learned a new name. The Palisades. The Pacific Palisades, or the land where Sunset Boulevard meets the Pacific Ocean, is much more than just a neighborhood. For some it is a stop along PCH, for others it's a place they’ve called home for generations. From Hollywood ranches to a surfers paradise, the Palisades has a recent but storied history. Today on AirTalk, we’ll be taking a look at the cultural and environmental history of the Pacific Palisades. Joining us to discuss is Wade Graham, historian and affiliate with The USC-Huntington Institute for California and the West. Also joining us is long time resident and LAist FilmWeek Critic Wade Major. Do you have a question about the history of the Palisades? Give us a call at 866-893-5722 or email us at atcomments@laist.com.