Los Angeles Friends Podcast

Emmely
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Los Angeles is home to all kinds of people, each with their own story and perspective on the city. In this podcast, Emmely sits down with friends from different backgrounds to talk about who they are, what they do, and their favorite (or least favorite) things about LA. These conversations introduce you to the people who call LA their home, each with a story that brings the city to life.

Episodes

  1. Touring with Postmodern Jukebox, The Voice, & Solo Artist: A Conversation with Olivia Kuper Harris

    FEB 6

    Touring with Postmodern Jukebox, The Voice, & Solo Artist: A Conversation with Olivia Kuper Harris

    Meet Olivia, a singer whose journey includes touring with Postmodern Jukebox, being scouted for The Voice, co-writing music for a musical, and stepping into her own solo artist era.

    1h 6m
  2. From Underground Warehouse Parties to Recovery & Community in LA: A Conversation with Adam

    JAN 22

    From Underground Warehouse Parties to Recovery & Community in LA: A Conversation with Adam

    Meet Adam, who opens up about his journey through addiction and recovery, his work as a rehab counselor, and the path from LA’s iconic underground party scene to creating Gratitude Group, a mindfulness community rooted in self-love, self-care, and meaningful connection.

    1h 32m
  3. Building Community in LA Through Art, Events, and Writing: A Conversation with Meagan

    JAN 8

    Building Community in LA Through Art, Events, and Writing: A Conversation with Meagan

    Event curator and writer Meagan talks about creating intentional spaces for community in LA and her passion for writing and creativity! Emmely and Meagan share a vulnerable moment and discuss how grief shapes identity and connection.

    1h 16m

  4. 12/19/2025

    Finding Purpose Through Activism, Nonprofit Work, & Solo Travel: A Conversation with Maria-Alejandra

    From traveling solo as a woman to showing up on the front lines of activism in Los Angeles, Maria-Alejandra reflects on the moments that shaped her path. Through nonprofit work, protest, and advocacy, she shares how these experiences helped her find purpose and direction in both life and work.

    1h 36m
  5. Building a Creative Career in LA as a Latina: A Conversation with Mayte

    12/04/2025

    Building a Creative Career in LA as a Latina: A Conversation with Mayte

    From Sundance and Tribeca to the Grammys with Doechii, Director and producer Mayte joins Emmely to talk about life behind the camera, creative chaos, and carving space for Latinidad in the film industry.

    1h 1m

  6. 07/03/2025

    Delivering Mail, Making Art, & Finding Moments In Between Time: A Conversation with Devon

    Devon is a full-time USPS mail carrier, a photographer, and the founder of In Between Time, an LA-based gallery. In this episode, he shares how he balances his day job with his creative life and why the everyday moments matter most.

    32 min

  7. 06/18/2025

    Becoming a Flight Attendant and Dealing with Crazy Passengers: A Conversation with Deidre

    Emmely chats with her friend Deidre, a flight attendant who moved to LA at 18. Deidre shares how she landed the job, what training was like, and some of the wildest things she’s seen while on the job

    27 min

  8. 06/04/2025

    Pursuing a PhD & Navigating Life in Los Angeles: A Conversation with Carlos

    Emmely is joined by her friend Carlos for a conversation about pursuing a PhD and finding his way in Los Angeles. He shares his journey of immigrating to the U.S. as a child, what inspired him to study Health Behavior Research at USC, and how he’s managing school, friendships, and a long-distance relationship. All while building a life in a new city.

    29 min

  9. 05/21/2025

    Turning a Side Project into The Next Fun Thing in LA: A Conversation with Dre

    Meet Dre, the creator of The Next Fun Thing! In this conversation, Emmely and Dre talk about Dre’s transition from corporate marketing to running events for making friends and dating in LA!

    27 min
  10. Friendship, LA & Life as a Nanny: A Conversation with Mary

    05/08/2025

    Friendship, LA & Life as a Nanny: A Conversation with Mary

    For the first episode, Emmely chats with her best friend Mary about moving from Orange County to LA, finding friendship, and what it’s like being a nanny in the city.

    30 min
  11. Introducing the Los Angeles Friends podcast!

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing the Los Angeles Friends podcast!

    Meet Emmely! In this short episode, she introduces the Los Angeles Friends podcast, shares the inspiration behind it, and gives a peek at what to expect from real, everyday conversations with Angelenos.

    3 min

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About

Los Angeles is home to all kinds of people, each with their own story and perspective on the city. In this podcast, Emmely sits down with friends from different backgrounds to talk about who they are, what they do, and their favorite (or least favorite) things about LA. These conversations introduce you to the people who call LA their home, each with a story that brings the city to life.

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