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Montecito Heights: Way Up Above The Noise of LA

Montecito Heights: Way Up Above The Noise of LA

FromHow To LA


Montecito Heights: Way Up Above The Noise of LA

FromHow To LA

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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
Apr 5, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

86: HTLA is exploring another neighborhood - this time Montecito Heights. You may be thinking, where the heck is that? (Don't feel bad, so were we!). It's a tiny town in Northeast L.A., just across from better-known Mount Washington, adjacent to the famous Debs Park.
We talk to the unofficial town mayor, Hans Maas, an 81-year-old fashion designer who makes clothing for Taylor Swift, Pharrell Williams and other stars, who has been living there for more than 30 years. This hilly enclave is filled with eclectic characters like Hans: artists, painters, musicians and creatives looking for a little space away form the Hollywood scene (which is only 15 minutes away!).
But the best part about the town? Listener Debra Dysart says it's the peace and quiet. AND the panoramic views of downtown L.A. and the surrounding hills. 
Join host Brian De Los Santos and producer Megan Botel as they explore what makes this place so special. 
Guests: Debra Dysart, How To LA lister and Montecito Heights resident; Hans Maas, fashion designer and Montecito Heights resident
 
Released:
Apr 5, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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How to L.A. aims to drop a little knowledge about ALL the things that affect the people of Los Angeles, whether that’s something that makes our city great (tacos!) or something that we need to work on, like the alarming number of traffic collisions. We serve the curious Angeleno who wants to better connect with our city, discover the new, navigate the confusing and even drive some change along the way.  Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.