The Past is History

In THIS, my latest for The Hollywood Reporter, I speak to the lovely Robert Lacey, historical consultant to The Crown and author of the new book, “The Crown, the Official Companion: Volume 2.”

Culver City Magic

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, a history of Culver Studios, where visionary mavericks made some of the greatest movies of all time.

The Real Royals of Windsor

In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, that time the British Royal Family helped invent reality TV. Thank you royal family 🙏!

Angels Walk East Hollywood Markers

Happy day! The Angels Walk LA historic markers I had the privilege to research and write are up! Next time you are in East Hollywood, take the time to learn a little bit about the people and institutions who made the neighborhood great!

Historic Eats

In THIS my latest for LAist, the centuries-long history behind some of Musso & Frank Grill’s strangest dishes. I could eat their jellied consommé all day!

Walk on the Wild Side

The Angels Walk LA East Hollywood Guidebooks I wrote are finally here! Shortly to be distributed in a metro or community center near you. This was such an inspiring, intense project to work on, and I can’t wait for others to get to explore the wonders of this richly historic and significant area. Historic markers coming soon!

A True American Hero

In THIS, my latest for Biography, the beautiful, badass, utterly inspiring second act in the long, lived life of Harriet Tubman, a true American hero.

The Storybook Style

Just in time for All Hallows Eve- THIS, my latest for Curbed LA: A brief history of the twee and terrifying storybook style, an LA original with Hollywood fairy dust sprinkled on top.

The Last Days of...

In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, how the decadence of Versailles spurred on the French Revolution. Perhaps the present day White House should take some notes. 😊

The Hardest Working Ghosts In Hollywood

In THIS, my latest for The Hollywood Reporter, the hardest working ghosts in Hollywood!

Griffith J Griffith Shot His Wife In The Face

In THIS, my latest for KCET, the story I’ve wanted to write for 15 years: HOMETOWN HERO GRIFFITH J GRIFFITH SHOT HIS WIFE IN THE FACE AFTER BASICALLY STEALING HER INHERITANCE.

What's In a Name?

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, a brief history of some famous Los Angeles street names.

Santa Monica Seaside Eats

In THIS, my latest for LAist, a brief history of yummy beach food purchased from horse drawn food carts. Featuring an interview with the lovely Katherine Spiers!

Outsider Art

In THIS, my latest for Our Ventura Blvd, the colorful, thoughtful art of Greg Jenkins.

Underbelly LA

Hello friends! I am so pleased to introduce THIS, the trailer for my new podcast Underbelly LA, a TableCakes Productions production. Coming later this month, season one: ten episodes full of shade in the land of sunshine.

The Skinny On Strip Malls

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, a history of LA’s most ubiquitous yet underrated architectural landmark- the corner strip mall.

Eat Like Chaplin

Listen to me eat some...historic food at Musso & Frank Grill on the latest episode of KPCC Take Two. Link to the episode HERE.

The Original Real Housewife of Beverly Hills

Ahhh it’s finally online! In THIS story for The Hollywood Reporter, I take a look at the madcap, mysterious life of the Beverly Hills heiress Dolly Green.

A Terrible Trip

In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, the right royal pain of hosting a British monarch.

Country Cool

In THIS, my latest for PBS SoCal, the gauche glamour of country western legends Nudie Cohn and Nathan Turk.