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Rebuild:LARebuild:LA Episode 038 What Can We Do To Make Evacuations Work in the Next Wildfire with MySafe:LA’s David Barrett - Part IISend us a textThe death toll from the January Firestorms has climbed to 31 with the discovery in late June of the remains of Juan Francisco Espinoza, a 74-year-old man who didn’t escape the Eaton Fire when it raged through Altadena. The discovery of yet another victim six months after the fires makes it clear that we need to start working together to get wildfire evacuations right. Last week, in the first half of our conversation about evacuations with MySafe:LA's David Barrett, we discussed notification systems and the technology being fine-tuned in LA County to ma...
2025-08-1938 minRebuild:LARebuild:LA Episode 037 Why Didn’t Evacuation Plans Work in the Palisades and Eaton Fires with MySafe:LA’s David Barrett - Part ISend us a textThis week is the first half of another conversation we’re stretching over two episodes, and that’s because of the complexity of what we’re discussing - evacuation. Why didn’t it work in the Pacific Palisades and Altadena when wildfires raged through both communities this January? Why does the death toll for the fires keep rising? Los Angeles County Sheriff’s just recently identified yet another victim of the Eaton Fire, a 74-year-old man who didn’t get out in time. Why can’t we get this right? What can we do to increase...
2025-08-1225 min
Scarberian KhatruOpen SpaceEpisode 8: Open Space. This atmospheric Pink Floyd influenced composition was written and recorded at home in 1981, and re-recorded for the David Barrett Trio Broadcaster album in 2022. Produced by Terry Brown and orchestrated by Scott Matthews - it caught the attention of Canadian filmmaker Kurtis Watson and was used for the closing credits in his award winning documentary “My Dad’s Tapes.”
2025-03-0512 minScarberian KhatruBattle of TribulationEpisode 4: Battle of Tribulation. This was our first progressive rock epic written by Scott and myself in Scarborough around 1979. We performed it at our first concert in 1980, and over 40 years later we tracked a studio version that appears on the David Barrett Trio vinyl “Broadcaster” produced by Terry Brown. It sounded like something that could have been on Caress of Steel!
2025-03-0414 minScarberian KhatruLeviathanEpisode 3: Leviathan. David talks about early digital home recording using a Boss BR-9 and a vintage Gibson Barney Kessel. The song Wholeness and the Implicate Order is part of a recently released compilation of recordings from 2000-2002 called Leviathan . The material was produced by David Barrett and remastered by Kevin Comeau . Leviathan is now available for download and streaming everywhere!
2025-03-0211 minScarberian KhatruScott Matthews | Crucial TauntEpisode 2: Scott Matthews | Crucial Taunt. This episode features bassist, keyboardist, and Stratford sound guru Scott Matthews. Dave and Scott discuss pretentious beginnings in Scarborough garage bands, the new wave scene in Toronto, ambient meanderings - to present day David Barrett Trio.
2025-02-2549 min
The Inner Life of SoundCreditsCredits: The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1800 minThe Inner Life of SoundTrustEpilogue: Trust, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1600 minThe Inner Life of SoundLifeChapter 61: Life, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundGratitudeChapter 60: Gratitude, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundThe WellChapter 59: The Well, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundHi-FiChapter 58: Hi-Fi, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundTechnologyChapter 57: Technology, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundBreatheChapter 56: Breathe, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundReclusivenessChapter 55: Reclusiveness, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundConfidenceChapter 54: Confidence, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundMovementChapter 53: Movement, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundSpeechChapter 52: Speech, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundDedicationChapter 51: Dedication, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1601 minThe Inner Life of SoundFearlessnessChapter 50: Fearlessness, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundCompositionChapter 49: Composition, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundAlbum ArtChapter 48: Album Art, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundFootwearChapter 47: Footwear, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundLibraryChapter 46: Library, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundAestheticsChapter 45: Aesthetics, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundErgonomicsChapter 44:: Ergonomics, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundSignpostsChapter 43: Signposts, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundSelf-AnalysisChapter 42: Self-Analysis, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundDynamicsChapter 41: Dynamics, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1501 minThe Inner Life of SoundImprovisationChapter 40: Improvisation, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundScalesChapter 39: Scales, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundStyleChapter 38: Style, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundHarmonyChapter 37: Harmony, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundRhythmChapter 36: Rhythm, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1402 minThe Inner Life of SoundVibrationChapter 35: Vibration, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1402 minThe Inner Life of SoundPermissionChapter 34: Permission, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundSchoolChapter 33: School, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundStage FrightChapter 32: Stage Fright, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundVisualizationChapter 31: Visualization, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundPitchChapter 30: Pitch, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundToneChapter 29: Tone, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundListeningChapter 28: Listening, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1401 minThe Inner Life of SoundDecisionsChapter 27: Decisions, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1301 minThe Inner Life of SoundOriginalityChapter 26: Originality, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1301 minThe Inner Life of SoundAudienceChapter 25: Audience, from The Inner Life of a sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1301 minThe Inner Life of SoundImpulseChapter 24: Impulse, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1301 minThe Inner Life of SoundNatureChapter 23: Nature, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1202 minThe Inner Life of SoundSelf-RelianceChapter 22: Self-Reliance, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundMeditationChapter 21: Meditation, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundRepetitionChapter 20: Repetition, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundSacrificeChapter 19: Sacrifice, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1202 minThe Inner Life of SoundSelfishnessChapter 18: Selfishness, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundTeachingChapter 17: Teaching, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundMoneyChapter 16: Money, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundCompromiseChapter 15: Compromise, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundPeopleChapter 14: People, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundThe PresentChapter 13: The Present, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundCurrencyChapter 12: Currency, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundLimitationChapter 11: Limitation, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundCollectingChapter 10: Collecting, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1201 minThe Inner Life of SoundForcesChapter 9: Forces, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1101 minThe Inner Life of SoundSelf-ExpressionChapter 8: Self-Expression, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1101 minThe Inner Life of SoundEgoChapter 7: Ego, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1101 minThe Inner Life of SoundTimeChapter 6: Time, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1101 minThe Inner Life of SoundConductChapter 5: Conduct, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1001 minThe Inner Life of SoundBeauty Intelligence LoveChapter 4: Beauty Intelligence Love, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1001 minThe Inner Life of SoundMatterChapter 3: Matter, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-1001 minThe Inner Life of SoundSoundChapter 2: Sound, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-0901 minThe Inner Life of SoundMusicChapter 1: Music, from The Inner Life of Sound, written and produced by David Barrett
2025-02-0901 minRebuild:LARebuild:LA Episode 001 - How to Protect Your Home and Your Neighborhood from Wildfires with MySafe:LA's David BarrettSend us a textIn the first episode of the Safe Community Project's Rebuild:LA, we talk with MySafe:LA Executive Officer David Barrett about how his non-profit is helping HOAs, neighborhoods and individual homeowners find ways to make their houses safer from wildfires. As Los Angeles begins to rebuild in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires, MySafe:LA is offering a path forward to make communities more resilient. Best of all, it's free!For free home wildfire inspections:213-634-0100https://www.wildfirela.org/
2025-01-2838 min
Behind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWThe Truth About Taking Care of Your Older BMWJoin BimmerPod host David Barrett as he discussed a variety of things related to BMWs, including the need to take care of your older car - and what happens if you think you have, but maybe you haven't. Don't turn your head away - you know that might be you or someone you know. There's good information, and some thoughts on tires and suspension as well. Fun, interesting, irreverent and more. Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2023-07-0820 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWThe BMW M3cs, what car?, and notes from the trackJoin BimmerPod host David Barrett as he discusses the latest unique halo BMW model, personal experiences with his M2competition, some interesting updates related to BMW electric vehicles, and the progress of BMW motorsport in its early campaign days in 2023. In addition to the wry comments, there's some great music to help your drive. Don't miss out on this fun and informative episode of BimmerPod. Remember, you can subscribe to BimmerPod via the Apple podcast store, or from any major distributor - or you can visit the website. Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.c...
2023-07-0222 min
CityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.Leave Fireworks to the Professionals!Join MySafe:LA's David Barrett and our special guest La'Veyah Mosely and her mother to discuss the life changing fireworks can have on a person. La'Veyah - a talented 7th grade student in L.A. - and an athlete playing for the L.A. Watts Rams youth league lost all of the fingers on her left hand when she was handed a firework device on the 5th of July 2022. La'Veyah shares her story and how she has recovered and is focused on spreading the word that all fireworks are illegal in Los Angeles. Support the show
2023-06-2521 min
The Accounting PodcastBuilding the Next Superapp with David Barrett, CEO of ExpensifyDavid is a lifelong programmer who founded Expensify in 2008 and built it into the most popular "pre-accounting" platform on the planet. Hear David's vision for the New Expensify, in which every payment is a conversation.Meet Our Guest:David Barrett, CEO of Expensifyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmbarrett/Learn more about Expensifyhttp://expensify.comNeed CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: https://earmarkcpeG...
2023-06-0948 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWThe Halo BMW 2023 3.0 CSL - and the True Origins of M!Get the inside story on the new BMW 3.0 CSL - why are there only 50 of them? And why is it based on the original E9 3.0 CSL from the 1970s? Join host David Barrett and learn how BMW M was created and the truth behind the BMW M "Tri-color" stripes. It's a fun filled, history and mystery episode of BimmerPod.Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2023-01-2428 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWThe Truth About the BMW G87 M2There have been a wide array of responses to the new for 2023 G87 BMW M2. They range from delight to disgust, and BMW traditionalists have thrown the Mexico produced sport coupe into the river. Bimmerpod host David Barrett takes a deep dive and shares the truth about the car - technically, appearances, performance potential, and what BMW was thinking. Welcome to Season Two of Bimmerpod!Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2023-01-0428 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWFestorics at Laguna Seca 2022Join host David Barrett at the remarkable Laguna Seca racetrack in Monterey, California for the 2022 Festorics. This annual event brings some of the most ardent BMW lovers together for a day trackside - watching a wide array of racing machines all day long, including BMWs, some of which has a remarkable racing pedigree. David talks with the winner of the people's choice award, Corey Rowen, of Honest Assembly Garage in Denver, Colorado - and to the event organizer, Sven Schindler. If you weren't able to attend this year, check out the podcast. You'll be making reservations for next year...
2022-09-2122 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWLegends of the AutoBahn - The summer event for all bimmerheads!Join host David Barrett in Pacific Grove, California to wander through the 2022 Legends of the Autobahn. Along with some amazing cars, David talks with Expel Marketing Manager Jason Bailey and Moton Suspension guru Sean Myers. If you're interested in not only amazing cars, but how to improve your suspension and protect the paint on your precious BMW, this episode is not to be missed!Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2022-09-1824 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWBimmerPod Updates for BMW events, motorsport and O'FestJoin host David Barrett as he goes over the fantastic Bimmers by the Bay event in San Diego with the BMW CCA San Diego Chapter, the fall classic O'Fest in Palm Springs, BMW motorsport happenings and much more. Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2022-08-1512 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWBMW Driver Safety with Mi Ae Lipe - Are you ready for the road?Public highway advocate and author Mi Ae Lipe joins host David Barrett to talk about the issues that complicate driving in 2022, especially with high performance vehicles such as those built by BMW. From distracted driving to reaction times and staying safe on the road, Mi Ae is an expert and wonderful conversationalist - both. The insights shared in this episode are useful for anyone at any age - stay alive and use the 411 shared in this episode of bimmerpod.com to enjoy every day with your BMW.Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2022-07-291h 12Behind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWBMW M Hybrid V8 and the G-81 M3 Touring. Who wants one?Did you know that BMW's California design shop partnered with renown racing car manufacturer Dallara to create the latest M Hybrid V8? They did... It's just been unveiled. And what about the new 2023 BMW G-81 M3 Touring? Want BMW to sell this in North America? We'll tell you how it might be possible. This is a short, but fun episode of BimmerPod. Join host David Barrett as we talk Bimmers! Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2022-07-1111 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.BAM! The issue of illegal fireworks in Los AngelesIn the City of Los Angeles, ALL fireworks are illegal. In the County of Los Angeles, it depends on which city you're talking about. Many cities offer "Safe and Sane" fireworks for sale on and around the 4th of July. The lack of consistency from city to city complicates the public's understanding of fireworks and the law. Join host David Barrett as he speaks with LAPD Deputy Chief Amanda Tingirides, L.A. County Fire Captain Sheila Kelliher, and a group of L.A. residents - all talking about their perspectives on the issue of illegal fireworks in Los Angeles.
2022-06-211h 14Behind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWLet's Talk Classic BMWs at the Lyon Air MuseumJoin us for a fun episode where we meet and greet BMW owners from all over the western United States and have some fun discussions with two of them. Learn about the remarkable E9 CSL - the original CSL - as well as a mint condition 1800ti. Host David Barrett will bring you up to speed on upcoming events, the joy of seeing the BMW Car Club of America's LA Chapter creating events again, not to mention seeing so many remarkable BMWs together. Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2022-06-1325 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWThe New BMW M4CSL and Having Fun With Your BMW!Join host David Barrett as he shares some insight into the new BMW M4CSL - as this is the 50th anniversary of "M" and BMW is making the most of it. David also sits down with Crevier BMW's Teresa Hillstead and discusses the BMW Ambassador experience - what do people do to make their cars even more capable? What does Crevier do to empower their clients? And what do BMW owners want from a dealer relationship? This is a terrific and fun episode of BimmerPod - so tune in, relax, and enjoy the show! Learn more...
2022-05-3041 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.Are You Ready For Wildfire?Join MySafe:LA's David Barrett as he covers the ongoing threat of wildfires in California generally, and in Southern California more specifically. Los Angeles City Fire Department Deputy Chief Trevor Richmond shares insight in what to expect this year and unveils a new collaboration between the LAFD and MySafe:LA - the Los Angeles Wildfire Resilience Alliance. Initially being rolled out as a pilot, it's expected to expand to cover the entire City - and MySafe:LA will cover the entire County of Los Angeles. We also talk about the annual MySafe:LA "Smoke Alarm Awareness Month" a...
2022-05-2729 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWBMW Meet and Greet - The Beginning is a Good Place to StartIn this premiere episode of BimmerPod, host David Barrett gets the podcast going with an overview of how all things BMW will become content for BimmerPod. Meet a newbie BMW Car Club of America member, a new BMW M car owner. Learn about a fascinating mobile and web app that connects you with other likeminded drivers. Catch up on new events, including a pretty fantastic mid-May day (2022) at the Peterson Automobile Museum. Discover the fun that is BimmerPod.Don't forget to visit us online at: www.bimmerpod.com
2022-05-0327 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.Making L.A. Safer in 2022Join MySafe:LA Executive Director David Barrett as he discusses the challenges in public safety and resilience for 2022. David shares some of the new initiatives at MySafe:LA and how the public may benefit from the programs being offered by the recognized, award-winning community resilience organization. This episode focuses on the upcoming wildfire season and a new initiative designed to make homeowners better protected, and ready to take action in the event a wildfire occurs and threatens a neighborhood. Support the show
2022-04-0514 minBehind the scenes events, news, and opinion about all things BMWWelcome to BimmerPod! Podcast PromoWelcome to BimmerPod. This introductory (promo) episode will introduce you to BimmerPod, explain what it's about, and share some of the upcoming stories and topics that will be covered. Host David Barrett has been a BMW owner for most of his adult life. His first BMW was a 1968 1600, which was a blast to drive (as a teen), and opened Pandora's box relative to "Those fun cars from Germany." Today, David and his wife have three BMWs in their garage and driveway - and the love of the mark continues.Don't forget to visit us o...
2022-03-2409 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.The Fireworks 2021 PodcastJoin host David Barrett as he navigates the complex environment of illegal fireworks in Los Angeles. David is joined by three important guests, including LA City Area Prosecutor and Deputy City Attorney Gabrielle Taylor, Deputy Chief for the Office of Operations of the LAPD, Beatrice Girmala, and Public Information Officer Erik Scott of the Los Angeles City Fire Department. Fireworks may seem like an impossible issue to remedy, but there is progress being made. Increased enforcement for distributors and sellers, expanded education for children and adults, and back for 2021 - live, professional fireworks shows. If yo...
2021-06-2959 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.S1; #21: Earthquake PrepWe continue our earthquake podcast conversation with Cameron Barrett, Education Director, and Mark Benthien, the Director of Communications, Education and Outreach at the Southern California Earthquake Center. Mark's team are part of the core group or organizers behind the ShakeOut drill every year. In this podcast he discusses the need for earthquake knowledge and preparedness throughout Southern California, and how easy it is to sign up for this year's ShakeOut.Support the show
2014-04-1625 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.S1; #20: Earthquake Tools That Save Lives!Margaret Vinci is the Manager of the Office of Earthquake Programs at CalTech. She's been busy lately, what with the 5.1 La Habra Earthquake, the 4.4 Encino Earthquake, and the monster 8.2 Chilean Earthquake. All in the last few weeks. Cameron Barrett chats with Margaret about the earthquake tools available online that she, the scientists at CalTech, and others around the world, have developed to help save lives, and educate the general public.Support the show
2014-04-1124 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.S1; #18: Look out: "The Big One" is coming - A major earthquake is just around the bend.Cameron Barrett speaks about the latest string of earthquakes to strike Southern California with Kate Long, the Earthquake Deputy for the Governor's Office of Emergency Services. The 5.1 magnitude La Habra earthquake that struck March 28 did $10.5 million in damage to Orange County. Long says the La Habra Quake, like all temblors, is a wake up call for Southern Californians to prepare.Support the show
2014-04-0430 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.Vision 20/20 - #14MySafe:LA Executive Officer David Barrett chats with one of the most respected voices in fire prevention, Jim Crawford, the former Fire Marshal for Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington. Crawford has more than 37 years of firefighting experience and is currently the Project Manager for Vision 20/20. Crawford and Barrett discuss smoke alarms, why people are still living without them and what can be done to convince those who are that the risks they're taking are life threatening.Support the show
2014-02-1326 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.Meri-K Appy - #13In our first fire and life safety podcast of the month, David Barrett speaks with Meri-K Appy, an internationally recognized fire and life safety expert. Meri-K has spent her professional life in public safety education. She was a consultant to MySafe:LA and part of the Vision 20/20 Coalition. She and David speak about the recent rash of fire fatalities in the city of Los Angeles. All these recent tragic fires have one thing in common - not one working smoke alarm was found in any of the residences.Support the show
2014-02-1018 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.My Quake Story - #12Executive Officer David Barrett speaks with retired Los Angeles Fire Department Battalion Chief Mike Greenup, who on January 17, 1994 was three stories below Los Angeles City Hall in the LAFD's dispatch center when the Northridge Earthquake struck. Greenup spent the day (and many after that) sending LAFD resources to the devastated areas of Los Angeles where people not only struggled when the ground started shaking but weeks and months after it had stopped.Support the show
2014-01-2217 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.My Quake Story - #10Executive Officer David Barrett sits down with the former Fire Marshal for the city of Los Angeles for our continuing special series on the 20th Anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake. Assistant Chief Donald Frazeur was a Captain II on January 17, 1994. He was at home when the earthquake struck, and some of his most vivid memories of that day came during what he calls his "surreal" drive into work, as he traveled from Ventura County across the San Fernando Valley. Support the show
2014-01-2012 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.My Quake Story - #6MySafe:LA's Executive Officer David Barrett talks with one of the most instrumental figures in the Los Angeles Fire Department's response to the Northridge Earthquake 20 years ago. Assistant Chief Frank Borden (retired) was in charge of much of the department's resources that day, but he had also spent the decade prior to the Northridge Quake creating a new citizen volunteer responder corps he named CERT. On January 17, 1994, Borden watched his CERT volunteers serve a critical function in the shaken city.Support the show
2014-01-1625 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.My Quake Story - #3MySafe:LA Executive Officer David Barrett interviews LAFD Captain Stacy Gerlich, who was a firefighter/paramedic 20 years ago when the Northridge Earthquaked rocked Southern California. She remembers traveling through the San Fernando Valley that day, trying to help Los Angelenos devastated after the quake. 20 years later, Captain Gerlich's passion and commitment for the CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) program remains steadfast, thanks in no small part to her experiences during the Northridge EarthquakeSupport the show
2014-01-1419 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.My Quake Story -#2We continue with our special series on the 20th Anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake. Executive Office David Barrett sits down with LAFD retired Assistant Chief Dean Cathey, who was in charge of Division 1 on January 17, 1994 and remembers how eerie it was to see his city completely dark in the hours after the quake hit.Support the show
2014-01-1412 minCityTalk:LA - A MySafe:LA Podcast.Northridge Quake - #1The initial podcast in our 20th anniversary Northridge Earthquake series. Hosts Cameron Barrett, Todd Leitz, and David Barrett set the stage for a series of podcasts that feature Los Angeles firefighters. Support the show
2014-01-1315 min