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Margaret Cho on Growing Up Surrounded by Gay Community
"Being gay was just the default." - Margaret Cho
On the latest episode of The Drawing Room hosted by Mo Welch, Margaret Cho shares about growing up in her family's San Francisco gay bookstore, why she never owned a coloring book as a kid, and the very first joke she ever told onstage.
On the latest episode of The Drawing Room hosted by Mo Welch, Margaret Cho shares about growing up in her family's San Francisco gay bookstore, why she never owned a coloring book as a kid, and the very first joke she ever told onstage.
"Being gay was just the default." - Margaret Cho
On the latest episode of The Drawing Room hosted by Mo Welch, Margaret Cho shares about growing up in her family's San Francisco gay bookstore, why she never owned a coloring book as a kid, and the very first joke she ever told onstage.
On the latest episode of The Drawing Room hosted by Mo Welch, Margaret Cho shares about growing up in her family's San Francisco gay bookstore, why she never owned a coloring book as a kid, and the very first joke she ever told onstage.
Meet the Woman Mole and Tlayudas From Her Home
Los Angeles is a city of immigrants, and with each person comes stories, traditions and cultural touchstones that over time shape our city and make it unique.
Doña Tenchita hosts a thriving Mexican restaurant in her own backyard. From her painstakingly and lovingly crafted Mole Negro to her savory breakfast higaditos, Doña Tenchita welcomes guests with rich and earthy flavors.
Doña Tenchita hosts a thriving Mexican restaurant in her own backyard. From her painstakingly and lovingly crafted Mole Negro to her savory breakfast higaditos, Doña Tenchita welcomes guests with rich and earthy flavors.
Los Angeles is a city of immigrants, and with each person comes stories, traditions and cultural touchstones that over time shape our city and make it unique.
Doña Tenchita hosts a thriving Mexican restaurant in her own backyard. From her painstakingly and lovingly crafted Mole Negro to her savory breakfast higaditos, Doña Tenchita welcomes guests with rich and earthy flavors.
Doña Tenchita hosts a thriving Mexican restaurant in her own backyard. From her painstakingly and lovingly crafted Mole Negro to her savory breakfast higaditos, Doña Tenchita welcomes guests with rich and earthy flavors.
Huell x Green City Day
Celebrate Green City Day with Huell Howser as he explores the people, places, and ideas that make California’s communities greener. From farmers markets and urban gardens to parks, bicycles, and sustainable spaces, Huell discovers the ways Californians connect with their cities and the environment.
Celebrate Green City Day with Huell Howser as he explores the people, places, and ideas that make California’s communities greener. From farmers markets and urban gardens to parks, bicycles, and sustainable spaces, Huell discovers the ways Californians connect with their cities and the environment.
How Does El Niño Work?
From severe droughts to powerful storms, El Niño upends weather patterns across the globe.
From severe droughts to powerful storms, El Niño upends weather patterns across the globe.
This Drawing Includes a Little Cameo
When Margaret Cho visited The Drawing Room, she and Mo Welch had a lot to discuss ... and some surprising topics of conversation made it into Mo's portrait of Margaret.
When Margaret Cho visited The Drawing Room, she and Mo Welch had a lot to discuss ... and some surprising topics of conversation made it into Mo's portrait of Margaret.
McDonald's Untold History Part 1
From long spatulas to ketchup-pouring devices, the founders of McDonald’s innovated the fast food industry. Come back tomorrow for the story of the oldest surviving McDonald’s in the world, which happens to be right here in SoCal.
From long spatulas to ketchup-pouring devices, the founders of McDonald’s innovated the fast food industry. Come back tomorrow for the story of the oldest surviving McDonald’s in the world, which happens to be right here in SoCal.
Huell Howser’s Wildlife Encounters
Few people appreciated wildlife more than Huell Howser. In honor of National Wildlife Day, and the animals that call our communities home, here is two minutes of Huell Howser meeting—and adoring—SoCal wildlife.
Few people appreciated wildlife more than Huell Howser. In honor of National Wildlife Day, and the animals that call our communities home, here is two minutes of Huell Howser meeting—and adoring—SoCal wildlife.
McDonald's Untold History Part 2
McDonald's Untold History Part 2
Did you know that the oldest surviving McDonald’s in the world is located in Downey?
Did you know that the oldest surviving McDonald’s in the world is located in Downey?
This Beach-Front Community was Displaced by LAX
Back in the 1920s and '30s there was a cute beachfront community named Surfridge near Dockweiler ... then the city took the land through eminent domain to expand LAX. Now, all that remains behind fence enclosures are small traces of the family homes that used to be there.
Back in the 1920s and '30s there was a cute beachfront community named Surfridge near Dockweiler ... then the city took the land through eminent domain to expand LAX. Now, all that remains behind fence enclosures are small traces of the family homes that used to be there.
Fig Beetles Explained
Did you know that fig beetles don’t use their green wings to fly? They instead use their hindwings! Here are other buzz-worthy things to know about them.
Did you know that fig beetles don’t use their green wings to fly? They instead use their hindwings! Here are other buzz-worthy things to know about them.
Sarah Silverman's De Niro Impression Terrible or Dead On?
When Sarah Silverman stopped by The Drawing Room, she and Mo Welch chatted about love, loss, and finding their way in comedy… and they swapped celebrity impressions.
When Sarah Silverman stopped by The Drawing Room, she and Mo Welch chatted about love, loss, and finding their way in comedy… and they swapped celebrity impressions.
Brett & Mo Reveal What Their Portraits Say About Them
When Brett Goldstein and Mo Welch created portraits of each other on The Drawing Room, each illustrated their unique way of seeing the other. So what did the portraits truly say about the way each artist saw their subject?
When Brett Goldstein and Mo Welch created portraits of each other on The Drawing Room, each illustrated their unique way of seeing the other. So what did the portraits truly say about the way each artist saw their subject?
Almost Every Avocado You've Eaten Started Here
Whether you enjoy guacamole or avocado toast, it’s the perfect time to explore the SoCal roots of the Hass avocado. Watch Lost LA to learn more.
Whether you enjoy guacamole or avocado toast, it’s the perfect time to explore the SoCal roots of the Hass avocado. Watch Lost LA to learn more.
The LA Area Loved Neon Signs, Then It Banned Them
Moving around LA you may see a neon sign or two on restaurants, bars and the occasional apartment building, but did you know that LA used to be bedecked with neon signs everywhere?
Moving around LA you may see a neon sign or two on restaurants, bars and the occasional apartment building, but did you know that LA used to be bedecked with neon signs everywhere?
Vijay & Mo See Their Lives Reflected in These Drawings
Violinist Vijay Gupta joined cartoonist/comedian Mo Welch in The Drawing Room. Both captured the essence of their subject in unique ways.
Violinist Vijay Gupta joined cartoonist/comedian Mo Welch in The Drawing Room. Both captured the essence of their subject in unique ways.
How Well Do You Know Great White Sharks?
Did you know that great white sharks are fully independent as soon as they’re born? Here are fascinating facts about these apex predators plus some streaming suggestions to learn more.
Did you know that great white sharks are fully independent as soon as they’re born? Here are fascinating facts about these apex predators plus some streaming suggestions to learn more.
The Stained Glass Hiding around LA
Did you know the oldest family-run stained glass company in the country is based right here in LA? Since the 1890s, Judson Studios has been adorning homes and buildings in SoCal (and around the world) with beautiful stained glass pieces. Now, the great-great grandson of the founder is innovating the future of this centuries-old artform. Learn more about Judson Studios on Lost LA.
Did you know the oldest family-run stained glass company in the country is based right here in LA? Since the 1890s, Judson Studios has been adorning homes and buildings in SoCal (and around the world) with beautiful stained glass pieces. Now, the great-great grandson of the founder is innovating the future of this centuries-old artform. Learn more about Judson Studios on Lost LA.
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Celebrate Latino Heritage Month with PBS SoCal
PBS SoCal celebrates Latino Heritage Month from September to October with a special line-up of programming.
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Discover filmmaker and playwright Luis Valdez, a founding figure of the Chicano Movement.
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Meet the groundbreaking Chicano collective that made the streets a canvas for art and resistance.
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Celebrate Latino icons, culture, and pride with the 39th Hispanic Heritage Awards!
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Latino chefs, artists and leaders are shaping Philadelphia's culture and driving its progress.
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