LOST ANGELES with Host Laura Craven

LOST ANGELES Episode 10 features the second part of Host Laura Craven’s conversation with TIM LINDSAY, the superintendent of the VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS, the unique historic estate in Beverly Hills. Tim talks more about the legacy of Virginia Robinson, her life at the estate, the philanthropic programs she started that continue to benefit the community to this day, and her connections to the cultural and political world of LA through the mid to late 20th Century. They also talk about more about the flora and fauna of the property and how the Robinson estate became an important destination for botanists, zoologists and historians from all over the world. As their mission statement says, "The purpose of the Virginia Robinson Gardens is to preserve and promote this historically significant first estate of Beverly Hills for the education and enjoyment of the general public.” Get a rare glimpse behind the scenes at this fascinating hidden gem of Los Angeles.

For more information about Tim Lindsay and THE VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS go to www.robinsongardens.org

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LOST ANGELES Episode 9 features the first of a two-part conversation between Host Laura Craven and special guest TIM LINDSAY, the superintendent of the VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS, the unique historic landmark estate and exotic paradise in Beverly Hills. This hidden gem “house museum,” built in 1911, was the first luxury estate in Beverly Hills and it remains an important part of the cultural and ecological history of Los Angeles. Tim Lindsay is a fountain of historical, architectural and horticultural knowledge and he has taken care of this entire six-acre property for over 20 years. On part 1, Laura and Tim talk about Virginia Robinson and the Robinson family, the various types of gardens around the estate, and the interior furnishings of the house itself, left intact and preserved since it became a public museum in 1977.

For reservations and more information about The Virginia Robinson Gardens, go to www.robinsongardens.org

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On Part Two of The Olympic Auditorium interview, Host Laura Craven continues her conversation with Guest STEVE DEBRO, producer/director of the upcoming documentary “18th & Grand.” They discuss the LA landmark's changes from the sixties to now, including its status as an entertainment industry mecca, film location for "Raging Bull" and other famous boxing films, the roller derby and wrestling eras, and legendary punk and hardcore shows in the 80s. You will have to listen to find out the current status of the Olympic...still standing and in use at 18th & Grand in downtown Los Angeles.

18th & Grand: The Olympic Auditorium Story is a feature documentary exploring the turbulent history of Los Angeles through the story of the Olympic—a 10,000-seat fight palace—and the remarkable woman who ran it.

For more information about Steve Debro and "18th & Grand," go to www.18thandgrand.com

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Host Laura Craven sits down with "18th & Grand" director/producer STEVE DEBRO to discuss his documentary about the historic Olympic Auditorium in downtown Los Angeles. On Part One of this two-part conversation, Steve talks about the first fifty years of the legendary space, including the unique construction and development of the arena, the changing ownership over the first decades, and how it became the boxing capital of the USA.

18th & Grand: The Olympic Auditorium Story is a feature documentary exploring the turbulent history of Los Angeles through the story of the Olympic—a 10,000-seat fight palace—and the remarkable woman who ran it.

For more information about Steve Debro and the forthcoming documentary "18th & Grand," go to 18thandgrand.com

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On Episode 6 of LOST ANGELES, Host Laura Craven interviews high-end restoration expert Michael Poirier of Poirier Design. They discuss growing up in and around Los Angeles, Poirier's background as a designer and real estate industry player, and several of his recent high-end development projects.

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On Episode 7 of LOST ANGELES, Host Laura Craven gets a private tour and interview with docent Betsy Handler at the hidden gem of Malibu, the historic Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum.

Learn all about the history of this 1929 Spanish Revival mansion, most famous for its decorative tilework and spectacular location, right on PCH, next to Surfrider Beach. For more information visit www.adamsonhouse.org

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On Episode 8 of LOST ANGELES, Host Laura Craven tours downtown LA’s historic BILTMORE HOTEL with NICOLE THOMPSON of the LA CONSERVANCY. Get a private tour of this iconic Los Angeles landmark. Guest Nicole Thompson is a 15 year veteran docent with the LA Conservancy who shares all of her inside knowledge of the fascinating history of LA’s “grand old lady” of hotels.

The LA Conservancy holds a vast range of events to help people experience historic places throughout LA County. Go to www.losangelesconservancy.org for more info!

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Host Laura Craven sits down with LA Historic Theatre Foundation Executive Director Escott Norton at the recently-renovated Globe Theater in downtown Los Angeles. Mr. Norton chats about the history of the organization and the foundation's incredible work and public programs.

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