Just 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 songs that will put you in the spirit of the season; not to mention your place. This episode brought to you by Smile Brilliant. Head on over to smilebrilliant.com and use promocode LAMEEKLY to save on your teeth whitening today.

L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast

The Meekly Music Box: Marquis & the Rhythm Howlers

It's Halloween and you're gonna wear THAT?! No, no. Let us take you down to the history salon to show you how it's really done by some of the best who ever did. We'll cover some of the biggest names in makeup and special effects behind the scenes of the classic monster movies including Milicent Patrick (19:44), Jack Pierce (48:24) and Ray Harryhausen (1:32:53).  Thank you to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Check out podcorn.com to get started doing ads for your podcast today. Thank you also to Smile Brilliant. Go to smilebrilliant.com and use promo code LAMEEKLY to save on teeth whitening today.

Scare and Makeup (Monster Movie Makeup)

Hope you selected chicken on the dinner invitations we sent out because this month we are featuring the wonderful Radioactive Chicken Heads. Get fowl with us while we learn more about the band and take a listen to "Tales From the Coop" and "Cluck at the Moon."

The Meekly Music Box: Radioactive Chicken Heads

There's no better way to cool down on a hot day than with a nice hot bottle of hot sauce. That's why this month we're covering a few local hot sauce brands that have sweated it out for years. We'll be talking La Victoria (17:41), El Pato (23:56), hot tamales (38:16), Tapatio (1:04:59) and Huy Fong (1:26:29). This episode brought to you by ocelotmarket.com and also smilebrilliant.com and make sure to use promo code LAMEEKLY

A Hot Topic (Hot Sauces)

Warm up your Zunes, we've got a brand new Meekly Music Box for you. This month we are thrilled to feature The Sloppy Boys (Mike Hanford, Jeff Dutton and Tim Kalpakis). Daniel will gush endlessly about their comedy credentials and Greg will tap his toes to the beat while we listen to "Here for the Beer" and "Tha Mastah Bong Rippah."

The Meekly Music Box: The Sloppy Boys

This summer. There's only one podcast dedicated entirely to talking about action movies that took place in Los Angeles. And if there is more than one, ignore the rest. This month we're covering a few of the classic L.A. action movies from the Terminator to Speed delving into filming locations and what role the city plays in them (if any).  

We Need To Talk About Terminator (L.A. Action Movies)

Put the needle on the record for our second edition of The Meekly Music Box. This month we are highlighting Tres Souls! Rooted deeply in trio romantico/Bolero music, Tres Souls brings a modern twist to a deeply romantic, traditional Mexican style of music. Check them out on Instagram @tressouls to hear more from them.

The Meekly Music Box: Tres Souls

Summer is in full swing so sit back, crack open an ice cold iPhone and an even colder soda to hear all about the stories of a few local sodas and soda related buildings. We've got a lineup that'll make your mouth water: Orange Bang (16:21), the Coca-Cola Building (39:49), Hansen's (52:55), Galco's (1:15:04) and the Shirley Temple (1:35:28).

Soda, Jerks! (Local Sodas)

Welcome, followers, to the inaugural episode of the Meekly Music Box! In this brand new segment to the show you love and follow we will be highlighting local musicians by playing a couple of their songs and telling you about their story and connection to Los Angeles. This month's featured musician is Jessica Fichot! The child of a Chinese mother and French father, Jessica blends the styles of French chanson, Shanghai jazz, gypsy swing and international folk into something that is uniquely her that embodies the spirit of L.A. perfectly. Today you'll be hearing her songs "La Spectatrice" and "Daydream." You can find her at facebook.com/jessicafichotmusic or youtube.com/jessicafichotmusic. Also on Instagram @jessicafichotmusic and check out her upcoming shows at jessicasongs.com/shows

The Meekly Music Box: Jessica Fichot

In honor of Pride month we are digging deep into a handful of LGBTQ trailblazers from right here in town. We've got the legendary Mattachine Society (14:43), the complicated Virginia Prince (45:32), the valiant Morris Kight and the Gay Liberation Front (1:20:09) and the unstoppable Troy Perry and the Metropolitan Community Church(1:35:21). This episode brought to you by Smile Brilliant. Use promo code LAMEEKLY to get 30% off today.

Pride and Prejudice (LGBTQ Achievements In L.A.)

To kick off Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, it's time to celebrate a few people and organizations from Los Angeles that made their mark on the city and the world. We'll cover architect Helen Liu Fong (16:22), Gidra magazine (30:31) and Anna May Wong (57:07).

Get hAAPI (Asian-American Achievements In L.A.)

If you haven't already read "Stealing Home: Los Angeles, the Dodgers and the Lives Caught In Between" by Eric Nusbaum then you're about to want to after hearing our interview with the author himself. The book covers the political intrigue and social injustice involved in the razing of the Chavez Ravine communities on the path towards the construction of Dodger Stadium. We'll cover the book, the author's process and the time he watched Daniel sneak french fries into Staples Center in his pocket. This episode is brought to you by Podcorn. If you have a podcast and want help monetizing check out podcorn.com for more information.

Stealing Home with Eric Nusbaum (An Interview)- The Creation of Dodger Stadium

Soak in some culture this month while we cover a few of Los Angeles' greatest contributions to the world of art. We'll cover Mike Mollett and the L.A. Mudpeople (16:58), Frank Romero (33:11) and Sister Corita Kent (1:00:45).

Make Art, Not Podcasts (L.A. Artists)

For this very special bonus we have a very special interview with Max Miller of "Tasting History." Today Max gives us a rundown on his show, his time being the voice of Iago for Disney and the history of tamales in Los Angeles. If you want to check out Max's episode of his own show about tamales you can watch it right here and we highly recommend you do:

Tasting History with Max Miller (An Interview)- The History of Tamales in L.A.

Stop where you're driving right now and look at the street sign. Ever wonder why it's named that? Well get back in your car and buckle up for this month's episode where we delve into the names of a few of the streets around town. We'll cover Chevy Chase Drive (18:56), Sepulveda Boulevard (28:32), James M. Wood Boulevard (44:23), Rosecrans Avenue (56:26), General Thaddeus Kosciuszko Way (1:16:02) and Roscoe Boulevard (1:25:32). This episode is sponsored by Podcorn! Get started finding ads for your own podcast today at Podcorn.com!

Meaning Streets (Street Names)

L.A. Meekly is a monthly comedy podcast about Los Angeles history put out by comedians Greg Gonzalez and Daniel Zafran that battles the idea that LA has no history by delving in the weird, unbelievable and, occasionally, haunted details from the past of their native city.

hubhopper

L.A. Meekly: A Los Angeles History Podcast

hubhopper