Los Angeles 101
Angelenos In Training
Playlist by Los Angeles 101There is so much more to LA than movie stars! Hosted by non-stereotypical Angelenos - former tour guide, comedy nerd, and SoCal native Natalya and pop culture expert and Pacific Northwest transplant K…19 clip(s) in playlist
Background Acting 101
In a special between seasons episode, Natalya and Kelsey present the most important things to know about background acting in Los Angeles! Whether you're curious to see how a real Hollywood set operates, looking to make some extra cash, or just want to meet new people, this episode will cover all t…
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Confessions of a Production Assistant with Paul Zecharia
SEASON ONE FINALE! Paul returns to spill the tea on day to day life on set! He walks us through a typical day on set, tells us his favorite shows to work on, teaches us some on set walkie terminology, and shares why he quit PA work. Follow Paul! Instagram @paulywoodforever Twitter @thepaulzechari…
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Breaking Into Film and TV Crew Work with Paul Zecharia
Everyone knows LA is the entertainment capital of the world, but few know how to actually break into the industry. This week Kelsey and Natalya chat with actor/writer/director Paul Zecharia and learn his tips for building a career in film and television production through production assistant work.…
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Visiting the Hollywood Sign
Kelsey shares with Natalya the best ways to visit and photograph The Hollywood Sign! Whether you prefer to drive, hike, or walk, there’s a way for you to take in Tinseltown’s classic attraction. Social Media: Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Mu…
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History of the Hollywood Sign
You’ve seen the Hollywood sign. Ever wonder why it’s there? This week we dive into the history of the Hollywood Sign - covering its original role as an advertisement, the location’s role in the birth of television, and that time it read Hollyweed. Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @Angeleno…
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LA Beaches
LA is known for beaches and sunshine, but not all beaches are created equal. In this episode, Kelsey and Natalya rate and review the beaches of the LA area all the way from Malibu to the LBC! Instagram @AngelenosInTraining Facebook @AngelenosInTraining Twitter @AngelenosPod Music by Leo Jackson…
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The Silent Film Era
Hollywood’s humble beginnings gave way to the Silent Film Era - a time when the world became obsessed with movie stars without ever hearing their voices. Natalya shares with Kelsey why feature films became the norm, how they influenced the birth of the studio system, how growing scandal in Hollywoo…
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Queer in LA with Yasmin Ghasiri
This week we welcome guest Yasmin Ghasiri! Yasmin shares with Natalya and Kelsey how the LGBTQ+ community in Los Angeles compares to their hometown, the best way to make new friends in West Hollywood, and what advice they would give to a young queer person moving to LA. Follow Yasmin! @yasminghas…
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Our LA Favorites
Huntington Gardens and Mulholland Drive, driving the 101 ‘stead of the 5, Trader Joe’s murals and eyebrow threading, these are a few of our favorite things! Natalya surprises Kelsey with questions about her favorite things in LA and shares some of her own favorites along the way - covering everythi…
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Nutrition and Food Insecurity in LA
Los Angeles has a reputation for health and wellness, but in reality, a large portion of Angelenos experience food insecurity. In this episode, Natalya and Kelsey explore the existence of food deserts in Los Angeles, efforts to aid food insecure Angelenos, Kelsey’s experience seeing a nutritionist …
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