Live From LA County

Live From LA County

Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites you into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County.

  1. Justice, Advocacy, and Leadership in Public Defense

    31 MAR

    Justice, Advocacy, and Leadership in Public Defense

    In this episode of Live from LA County, host Rodney Collins sits down with Erika Anzoategui, Director of the Los Angeles County Alternate Public Defender’s Office. Erika shares insights into the critical role public defenders play in protecting constitutional rights, advancing equity in the justice system, and supporting rehabilitation and second chances. This conversation explores leadership, accountability, and the human side of public service in one of the largest justice systems in the country. Host: Rodney Collins Producers: Tina Curry, Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia Khan Editor: Alban Kalasa Guest: Erika Anzoategui Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    59 min
  2. How LA County Protects Pets and the People Who Love Them

    16 MAR

    How LA County Protects Pets and the People Who Love Them

    In this episode of Live from LA County, host Rodney Collins sits down with Marcia Mayeda, Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control. Marcia shares what it takes to lead one of the largest animal care systems in the country. From public safety and humane enforcement to adoptions, disaster response, and community partnerships, this conversation highlights how animal care is deeply connected to public service and community wellbeing. Host: Rodney Collins Producers: Tina Curry, Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia Khan Editor: Alban Kalasa Guest: Marcia Mayeda Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    49 min
  3. How LA County Protects 10 Million Residents Dr. Barbara Ferrer Explains

    2 MAR

    How LA County Protects 10 Million Residents Dr. Barbara Ferrer Explains

    Dr. Ferrer discusses what it takes to lead public health in one of the most complex and diverse regions in the country. From crisis response and health equity to prevention strategy and workforce leadership, this conversation explores how LA County works to protect and improve the health of nearly 10 million residents. Host: Rodney Collins Producers: Tina Curry, Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia Khan Editor: Alban Kalasa Guest: Dr. Barbara Ferrer Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    56 min
  4. Inside LA County’s New Youth Development Model

    17 FEB

    Inside LA County’s New Youth Development Model

    In this episode of Live from LA County, we sit down with David J. Carroll, Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Youth Development, to discuss how the County is transforming its approach to youth justice. David shares why LA County is shifting away from punishment-centered systems toward a youth development model grounded in care, accountability, and opportunity. The conversation explores leadership, culture change, and what it takes to build systems that support young people beyond confinement.Host: Rodney CollinsProducers: Tina Curry, Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia KhanEditor: Alban KalasaGuest: David J. CarrollLive From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    57 min
  5. From Policy to People: Rebuilding the Homelessness Response in LA

    2 FEB

    From Policy to People: Rebuilding the Homelessness Response in LA

    This episode of Live from LA County features Sarah Mahin, the new Director of LA County’s Homeless Services and Housing, as she takes on one of the region’s most urgent and complex challenges: ending homelessness. Sarah shares her vision for reshaping how the County responds to homelessness emphasizing urgency, transparency, and trust. Drawing on her experience in both government and advocacy, Sarah reflects on what it takes to lead systems change from within, how public service can be deeply personal, and why second chances matter. The conversation is candid, inspiring, and rooted in the belief that the status quo must change and that LA County has the tools to do better. Host: Rodney Collins Producers: Tina Curry, Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia Khan Editor: Alban Kalasa Guest: Sarah Mahin Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    55 min
  6. Lisa M. Garrett on Public Service and the Workforce of the Future

    20 JAN

    Lisa M. Garrett on Public Service and the Workforce of the Future

    Director Lisa Garrett leads HR for the nation’s largest county workforce nearly 100,000 employees across 40 departments. In this episode, she shares her LA story (Inglewood → UCLA → Southwestern Law), how HR is modernizing recruitment, telework, and talent pipelines, and why purpose-driven work keeps people in public service. A candid conversation on leadership, belonging, and the many places a County career can go. Host: Rodney Collins Producers: Tina Curry, Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia Khan Editor: Alban Kalasa Guest: Lisa M. Garrett Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    1hr 12min
  7. Care, Access, and Results at LA County Department of Health Services

    5 JAN

    Care, Access, and Results at LA County Department of Health Services

    DHS Director Dr. Christina Ghaly joins Rodney Collins to unpack how LA County’s health system works 4 hospitals, 23 clinics, EMS, correctional health, probation youth care, harm reduction and ODR and why equity, language access, and measurable outcomes drive decisions. She reflects on Housing for Health (90%+ two-year housing stability), LA General & Harbor trauma leadership, and a new strategic plan focused on clinical excellence, population health, workforce well-being, and fiscal sustainability.Host: Rodney CollinsProducers: Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia KhanEditor: Alban KalasaGuest: Dr. Christina Ghaly Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    48 min
  8. “Answering Questions. Informing Prevention.” LA County Medical Examiner

    22/12/2025

    “Answering Questions. Informing Prevention.” LA County Medical Examiner

    LA County’s Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Odey C. Ukpo explains why our system is independent of law enforcement, how his office conducts ~13,000 death investigations a year, and how findings drive public-health prevention (from safe infant sleep to emerging substance alerts). He discusses equity, staff well-being (in-house psychologist), cross-department collaboration, and what grief, meaning, and justice really look like beyond headlines. Host: Rodney Collins Producers: Ramla Javed, Alban Kalasa, Mark Whitney, Sofia Khan Editor: Alban Kalasa Guest: Dr. Odey C. Ukpo Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

    59 min
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Live From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites you into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County.

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  • Creator
    Live From LA County
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Live From LA County
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