#L.A.Rising

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Stories of Hope, Help, and Healing from the L.A. Fires

  1. 11月5日

    14. The Worst Club with the Best People -- Jennifer Gray Thompson, Founder, After the Fire

    When megafires tear through a community, so many are left angry, exhausted, and desperate to know who to blame—but what if instead the focus was on the realities of today’s climate and proven ways to prevent future megafire disasters? In this episode of #L.A. Rising, host, Kim Marshall, sits down with Jennifer Gray Thompson, megafire survivor and the founder of After the Fire USA a nonprofit whose groundbreaking work helps communities around the country navigate the era of megafires—from the first bewildering days of smoke and ash to the long, grinding years of recovery. Jennifer shares her own story of loss and courage, explains the power of compassion and human connection, how resiliency is forged in young people, a positive approach to “Zone Zero” landscaping and the inspiring story of their tireless work in D.C. to help win billions of dollars in tax relief for disaster survivors.  Along the way, we visit Wellness Wednesdays at Culver City’s Wende Museum, where free meditation, movement, and creative writing workshops are quietly stitching together the emotional fabric of a traumatized city. Listen in to learn why we must “stop building back the way we burned down,” how hope plus smart policy and ethical practices can make megafires one of the most solvable crises we face. Resources: afterthefireusa.org Fire Smart Yards: A visual guide for landscapers Wende Museum Wellness Wednesday: Mindful Meditations with Christiane Wolf Donate to help support #L.A. Rising Produced by NOVA

    1 小时 10 分钟

  2. 10月20日

    13. Breaking Bread Across The Longest Table with Team Palisades - featuring stories from eleven different survivors recorded live at the event.

    Ten months post-fire, a community gathers again across The Longest Table, sharing stories of survival, surprise, sadness, and renewal. We join the grassroots non-profit, Team Palisades – that’s all about neighbors helping neighbors – as they host a 500-seat open air potluck lunch event for the entire community. We’re on the ground, talking to eleven different residents, sharing stories and lessons learned from surviving a devastating and unprecedented urban wildfire. The Wellness Lift focuses on Team Palisades' new online resource center for Wellbeing - featuring complimentary therapy sessions, video, print, and audio tools for social and emotional wellness for adults and children. Resources: wellbeing.teampalisades.org Donate to help support #L.A. Rising Produced by NOVA

    47 分钟

  3. 10月7日

    12. Lessons Learned -- Lahaina, Maui, Two Years Later

    When the winds roared and the lights went out, Maui turned to its oldest strength: each other. In this two-part episode, Maui County Mayor Richard T. Bissen, Jr. and First Lady Isabella Kaʻihi Bissen take us back to August 2023—how the Kula Fire ignited, why Lahaina (Lāhainā) was cut off so quickly, and the neighbor-to-neighbor lifesaving that followed. We dig into the hard numbers and the hopeful ones: housing grants, new emergency tools, and a clear message for visitors—you are welcome here, please respect our home as we would yours, and your visit will help the island continue to recover. Then we pivot to small-business resilience with Gunars Valkirs of Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate and Brittany Heyd of Mana Up, exploring what it takes to keep doors open after a disaster. They’ll share lessons learned, such as the importance of diversifying sales, of being disaster-ready, and how keeping community first can help the bottom line. Culture, hula, and song tie it all together in this episode’s Wellness Lift, because in Maui, healing is shared.  Listen, learn, and act: embrace the culture that makes Hawaii so special, buy from local makers, and support the groups still doing the work. Resources: Maui Recovers – Official county hub for housing, grants, and recovery updates Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate – Tours, tastings, and direct orders Mana Up – Accelerator and venture fund for Hawaiʻi brands After the Fire – Wildfire recovery network for community leaders and survivors Donate to help support #L.A. Rising Produced by NOVA

    1 小时 27 分钟

  4. 9月12日

    11. Power to the People - Community Organizing Makes It Happen - EATON FIRE RESIDENTS UNITED Jane Lawton Potelle & Nicole Maccalla

    What do you do in the aftermath of a natural disaster when no government agency or insurance company has the data to prove it’s truly safe to return home? You band together with your neighbors and gather the data yourself. As unbelievable as it sounds, that’s exactly what our guests in this episode did.  Hear the remarkable story of Jane Lawton Potelle and Dr. Nicole Maccalla, who came together to create Eaton Fire Residents United (EFRU)—a powerful example of grassroots community activism. Discover the tireless work and vision behind their movement, which has grown from a neighborhood initiative into a trusted partner with researchers from Harvard, USC, and beyond. Their findings are reshaping recovery efforts and changing lives. And don’t miss this week’s Wellness Lift segment, where we explore simple yet powerful practices for emotional and physical healing after disaster with Chris Tickner, PhD, MF, and Andrea-Marie Stark.  Resources: EFRU (Eaton Fire Residents United) – community map & data submission: EFRU.LA California Integrative Therapy – free weekly Zoom support group for standing-structure survivors Donate to help support #L.A. Rising Produced by NOVA

    1 小时 18 分钟

  5. 8月15日

    10. Navigating the Fire Insurance Maze & De-Stressing Solutions

    Wildfires can destroy homes in hours—but the insurance battle that follows can last for years. In this powerful episode of LA Rising, we bring you expert guidance from Matthew Blumkin, President of the National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters and Managing Partner of The Greenspan Company, on how to navigate your insurance claim after disaster strikes. From understanding the three types of adjusters to knowing your policy “buckets” and avoiding common homeowner mistakes, Matthew breaks down the essentials to getting what you’re owed. We also welcome wellness coach and fire survivor Nora Plesent, whose “GLANCES” framework offers practical, compassionate tools for managing the emotional toll of recovery. Together, they deliver a masterclass in protecting your home, your health, and your peace of mind. Whether you’re in the thick of a claim or preparing for the unexpected, this episode will leave you better informed and better equipped to face the challenges ahead. Listen now and start building your roadmap to recovery. Donate to help support #L.A. Rising Interested in being a sponsor? 20% of all funding goes to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health, a non-profit supporting the mental health of children impacted by these fires. Produced by NOVA

    1 小时 5 分钟

  6. 7月23日

    9. Colonel Eric Swenson, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers -- Leading with Heart; Exceeding Expectations

    Six months after the catastrophic wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles, we sit down with Colonel Eric Swenson, the Army Corps of Engineers leader who spearheaded the fastest disaster cleanup in California’s history. Swenson shares the rarely heard, deeply human side of disaster recovery: building trust with survivors, walking with them through their darkest hours, and leading teams that not only cleared debris but helped recover priceless memories from the ashes. We learn about the art of compassionate leadership, the sensitive dance of rebuilding amid loss, and the importance of listening—whether it’s working with grieving families or negotiating with passionate arborists over the fate of beloved trees. As Colonel Swenson moves on to new challenges, he leaves L.A. with hard-won lessons in resilience, hope, and the power of one step at a time. Resources: Army Corps of Engineers – www.usace.army.mil Nice News – nicenews.com FEMA Disaster Recovery – www.fema.gov Heal the Bay – www.healthebay.org Donate to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health Interested in being a sponsor? 20% of all funding goes to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health, a non-profit supporting the mental health of children impacted by these fires. Produced by NOVA

    53 分钟

  7. 7月9日

    8. MALIBU PEOPLE - Realistic Optimism Refined by Fire

    Two female firebrands from Malibu explain how the devastating Palisades fire actually left a nearly seven-mile path of destruction along one of the most iconic coastal routes in America. In this deeply personal episode of #L.A. Rising, we meet noted author and activist Kathy Eldon and Equinox co-founder and fitness maven Lavinia Errico, who both embody hope and resilience in the wake of devastation. Kathy shares her harrowing experience as the first house in Malibu threatened by fire, reflecting on the role of storytelling, survivor’s guilt, and the transformative power of helping others. Lavinia reveals how business acumen, movement, breathwork and joy, and her strong sense of community helped her weather both the Franklin and Palisades fires. Together, they offer hard-won wisdom on coping with loss, building resilience, and the importance of focusing on what truly matters. Along the way, we learn actionable strategies for preparing for disaster, nurturing our mental health, and finding light even in the darkest moments. Listen through the end for Lavinia’s special wellness segment and an exclusive offer for #L.A. Rising listeners. Want to support the work? Share your story, contribute to youth mental health, or simply pass this episode on to someone who needs a little hope today. Resources: Creative Visions Foundation Boundless by Kathy Eldon (latest book) Angelcatcher, Dreamcatcher, Safari as a Way of Life (journals and books) The Journey is the Destination (book/film) Dying to Tell the Story (documentary on YouTube) JoyLift Complimentary Trial - for two weeks of free online classes by Lavinia Errico JOINJOYLIFT.COM. Use Code LARISING for 30% off any membership tier. Equinox (co-founded by Lavinia Errico) World Central Kitchen (disaster food relief) Rise and Thrive Pacific Palisades & Malibu Business Fund  Students Rebuild and #CreateConnectCare (youth mental health initiatives) Donate to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health Interested in being a sponsor? 20% of all funding goes to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health, a non-profit supporting the mental health of children impacted by these fires. Produced by NOVA

    1 小时 33 分钟

  8. 6月10日

    7. A Public/Private Progress Report -- L.A. County Supervisor Lindsay Horvath & Steadfast LA Executive Director, Najla Kayyem

    When disaster strikes, how do you rebuild—not just structures, but hope itself? In this powerful episode of LA Rising, we hear directly from the leaders at the heart of LA’s wildfire recovery. Supervisor Lindsay Horvath shares the inside story of the fastest fire debris removal in the nation’s history, to finding appropriate spaces for students whose schools burned down, to quickly distributing small business and household grants to those in need, and assembling an action-centric Blue Ribbon Commission to guide a climate-smart build back.  Meanwhile, Najla Kayyem, Executive Director of Steadfast LA, reveals how a coalition of civic and business leaders came together to cut through red tape, champion innovation, and ensure vulnerable communities aren’t left behind. From AI-driven permitting and fire-resistant prefab homes to the fight for insurance reform and the rebuilding of beloved landmarks like the Palisades Rec Center. In this episode, we learn what real resilience looks like—and how collaboration, urgency, and transparency drive recovery forward. Plus, a special visit to Rancho La Puerta explores how healing, nature, and sustainable living are vital on the long road to recovery. Listen in for stories of leadership, partnership, and hope—then find out how you can get involved in rebuilding a stronger, safer Los Angeles. Resources: LA County Recovery Resources: recovery.lacounty.gov Blue Ribbon Commission: Link via recovery.lacounty.gov Steadfast LA: steadfastla.com — nonprofit leading community rebuilding, donations, and initiatives (ADU portal, Samara Housing, rec center, etc.) Steadfast LA Instagram: @steadfastla Samara Housing Initiative (ADUs): Apply via steadfastla.com HomeAid: homeaid.org Loan Depot: loandepot.com EPA Hazardous Waste: epa.gov/hw World Central Kitchen: wck.org (emergency food relief) Rancho La Puerta: rancholapuerta.com Podcast: Resonate: Conversations and Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta Donate to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health Interested in being a sponsor of #L.A. Rising? ? 20% of all funding goes to The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health, a non-profit supporting the mental health of children impacted by these fires. Produced by NOVA

    1 小时 28 分钟
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Stories of Hope, Help, and Healing from the L.A. Fires

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  • 创作者
    Kim Marshall and NOVA
  • 活跃年份
    2025年
  • 单集
    14
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
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    © Kim Marshall and NOVA
  • 节目网站
    #L.A.Rising

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