Upside Down LA

Upside Down LA
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Upside Down is a coffee, art, and community space located in Westwood Village right across the street from UCLA.

  1. 10/23/2025

    What Is Prayer?

    On this episode, Ben and Rachel are joined by Val, a fellow member of the Upside Down team, to talk about the nature of prayer. Val shares her insight in how to start praying and gives a framework for what prayer actually is.

    26 min

  2. 09/26/2025

    New Beginnings

    In celebration of Rosh Hashanah, Rachel and Ben sit down with Upside Down's Artist in Residence, Jake Rosen, and have a conversation centered around new beginnings. Jake weaves lessons learned throughout his life with practical advice for the Jewish New Year.

    31 min

  3. 09/03/2025

    The Importance of Jewish Conversation

    On this episode, Ben welcomes back Isaac Brickner, former host of the Upside Down Podcast, to talk about his new project: the Inherit Podcast. Isaac shares about the value of active listening and unique perspectives in our "sound bite" world.

    29 min

  4. 08/20/2025

    Observations of Beauty: Ronen Pollak Artist Interview

    In the very first episode filmed in the cafe space, Ben and Jeanne sit down with artist Ronen Pollak to talk about his solo art exhibition: "Observations of Beauty." Ronen, who was previously a part of Upside Down's "Formless and Void" art exhibition, shares more about his creative process and art's role in his upbringing.

    39 min
  5. Meet the Team: John

    07/17/2025

    Meet the Team: John

    On this entry of the "Meet the Barista" series, Ben has a lively conversation with the one and only John. The former roommates talk about John's walk with God, his love for running, and so much more. Stay tuned until the end to hear a sneak peek of John's beatboxing skills.

    32 min

  6. 06/23/2025

    Meet the Team: Abigail

    It's time for another "Meet the Team" episode and it's a special one. Ben sits down with Upside Down barista, sous chef, and ultimate schmoozer: Abigail. Hear her talk about her love for swimming and running, finding God while moving across the country, and so much more.

    34 min

  7. 06/11/2025

    Barista Class of 2025

    On this bittersweet episode, Ben sits down with two Upside Down baristas, Justin and Isabel, who are soon to be UCLA alumni. They discuss their experience working while being full time students, give advice to college freshman, and share funny stories from their time on bar.

    32 min

  8. 06/05/2025

    Gallery Talks: A Conversation with Artist Jacob Faulkner

    Zemeira Walker, Upside Down's art intern, sits down with artist Jacob Faulkner during our cafe hours to talk about his pieces in our latest art exhibit, Tikkun Olam.

    19 min
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Upside Down is a coffee, art, and community space located in Westwood Village right across the street from UCLA.

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  • Creator
    Upside Down LA
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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  • Show Website
    Upside Down LA