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‘If We Don’t Laugh, We’ll Cry’: Meet the Indigenous Activists Behind L.A.’s Chapter House
In 2020, executive director and environmentalist Emma Robbins founded The Chapter House, now home to an annual drag show, Indigenous art galleries, and improv comedy events.
Second Chances: The Heartwarming Stories of L.A.’s Rescued Exotic Animals
From Alaska to Louisiana, meet the wolves, monkeys, and reptiles now residing in the wild, wild west of Los Angeles.
This Stoned Food Vlogger Eats a Ton of Edibles Before Exploring L.A.’s Mom-and-Pop Restaurants
Natasha has the munchies … and a mission to review small businesses that are pillars within their local communities.
Cryptids, Comedians, and Artists All Got Freaky at Albert Reyes’ Annual Haunt
Frankenstein, Miss Trunchbull, and a luchador walk into a Halloween party in Monterey Hills …
L.A.’s Megachurches Preach Tradition From Behind Laser Beams and Fog Machines
Today in L.A., it’s customary for churches to livestream sermons, accept online donations, and master the digital algorithm. Hillsong’s Instagram account currently has 2.9 million followers—more than the populations of San Diego and San Francisco combined.
Meet the Young Women Reimagining Taxidermy In L.A.
L.A.'s taxidermists are honoring the wildlife we share our city with—parking lots, high-rises, and all. Union costumer and taxidermist Sparkle Juarez says, “Taxidermy is not just about creating a relationship with an animal by honoring their life, it is about developing a connection with the person who sees your final piece. Maybe it’s a kid that will be inspired to carry on the practice of taxidermy." “It’ll last longer than any of us,” Paloma Strong, the 26-year-old owner of Strong Taxidermy, says.
L.A.’s Kink Pros Are Paying Their Bills and Letting Loose with Leashes, Fire, and Blood
Things get pretty messy in L.A. after sunset. Nonbinary nightlife performer La Frida Lokah said, “The audience wants to watch you explore yourself. It’s the ‘I want to see you watching me, watching you.’” Rubber Bunny, a Latina latex specialist and mother of one said, “ … this isn't something that we're getting white washed out of.”
