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Foo HowserHidden Gems, Huell Howser, & the Best Sandwich in L.A.: A Conversation with Chase Wilson of ChasingLA🎙️ In this episode of the Foo Howser™ Podcast, I sit down with one of my favorite content creators, Chase Wilson, the mind behind ChasingLA, where he mixes Los Angeles history with sharp, dry humor and a love for the city’s hidden gems.We talk about his journey into content creation, how he decides which landmarks and neighborhood spots to cover, and the research process that goes into his work. From Union Station, Chicken Boy, and Forest Lawn to local favorites like Patra’s Burgers, the Monte Carlo Deli, and Pat & Lorraine’s, Chase has built a library of vi...
2025-09-2944 min
Feed DropsIs This the New California’s Gold? Foo Howser™ ReviewedExploring LA History & Noir Fiction: Foo Howser Podcast ReviewJoin host Brian Colburn on Feed Drops as he reviews the Foo Howser podcast episode featuring an engaging conversation with historian and author Don Solosan. Dive into the history of Los Angeles with discussions on Big Donut Drive-in, iconic Randy's Donuts, programmatic architecture, and classic LA Noir fiction. Highlights include Solosan's crime novel 'Corpse on the Run' and the eternal debate of Philippe’s vs. Coles. With an overall score of 8.9, this episode is a must-listen for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and noir fiction fans. Don't miss this local, pe...
2025-08-2804 min
Foo HowserBig Do-Nut Drive-In, Programmatic Architecture, & L.A. Noir: A Conversation with Historian and Author Don Solosan🎙️ In the very first episode of the newly rebranded Foo Howser™ podcast, I sit down with historian and author Don Solosan to talk Los Angeles history, programmatic architecture, and his new noir novel, Corpse on the Run.We dive into the story behind the Big Do-Nut Drive-In (the predecessor to Randy’s Donuts), Don’s experience with the L.A. Conservancy and L.A. Historic Theatre Foundation, and his latest creative project: a 1949 hard-crime thriller featuring mobsters, double lives, and a city full of secrets.We also get into Don’s miniature sculptures of classic L.A. programm...
2025-07-0746 min
Foo HowserWelcome to Foo Howser™ (Formerly Californiography)🎧 The podcast is back and it’s got a new name!Formerly known as Californiography, the show is now officially called Foo Howser™. Same host, same love for California’s history, food, people, roadside attractions, and everything in between… just with a name that matches the brand.In this trailer, I’m breaking down why the name changed, what’s staying the same, and what to expect in this new chapter of the podcast.Hit follow so you don’t miss the new episodes — coming soon to Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen.L...
2025-07-0500 min
Hoy es RiscoHoy es Risco | Martes 29 de Abril de 2025En #HoyEsRisco del martes 29 de abril, Raúl Servín, integrante del Colectivo Guerreros Buscadores de Jalisco calificó de falsa la información que presentó hoy Alejandro Gertz Manero, fiscal General de la República. Fue una burla para mí y todos los integrantes del colectivo porque afirma que no es un campo de exterminio y nosotros encontramos todos los elementos que indican lo contrario, precisó. En el Meollo del Asunto con Olivia Zerón, se presentó el caso de Sandra Domínguez, quien desapareció desde octubre de 2024 y quien fuera localizada muerta junto con su esposo, el pasado ju...
2025-04-3045 min
My SGV PodcastJavier Servin - Howser in the SGVSend us a textJavier Servin AKA Foo Howser is a dude that loves the rich and diverse history of California and wants to get others excited about it as well. His passion for California history was sparked by watching Huell Howser and by the amazing history teachers he had growing up. He earned a B.A. in History from UC Merced, where he wrote his thesis on the life and rebellion of Estanislao of the Lakisamni Yokuts of the San Joaquin Valley. He earned an M.A. in Moving Image Archive Studies form UCLA and currently...
2024-07-0259 min
I’m Being SeriouslyHighland Park History w/ Foo HowserSend us a textInterviewing Foo Howser aka Javier Servin IG: @CaliforniographyFoo Howser is our history homie teaching us the history of California and more! In this episode I asked him to teach us some history about my hometown, Highland Park. We cover some of the mom and pop shops that have managed to stay in business through gentrification. We talk about the preservation of signage and building. Galco’s, Delicia’s, Folliero’s, Mr. T’s, Lodge Room, Chicken boy and more!
2024-05-131h 02
DEVUELVAN NUESTRA TIERRADignidad en Movimiento🎙 Hoy viernes 13 de octubre de 2023 el programa bajo la conducción y producción de la Coordinadora de Líderes Indígenas del Bajo Chaco CLIBCH
👉 Evaluaciones de la acción en Pozo Colorado y Asunción en el marco de la Tercera Marcha Nacional Indígena
🎙 Entrevista a Martin Rojas, presidente de la Coordinadora de Lideres Indígenas del Bajo Chaco CLIBCH
🎙 Entrevista a María Luisa Duarte, presidenta de la Articulación Nacional Indígena por una Vida Digna ANIVID
🎙 Javier Encina, de Nueva Promesa, presidente de la Organización de Comunidades Unidas Nenhelet OCUN
🎙 Herminia Ferreira, indígena de la comunidad La Esperan...
2023-10-131h 29
The MindbuzzMB:190 with Foo Howser, CaliforniographySend us a textJavier Servin, AKA Foo Howser is a video creator and California History Foo. Just a dude that loves the rich and diverse history of California and wants to get others excited about it as well.Check out Foo Howserhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCJSHe6S3Ts-x5Kem3fRHFzQ https://linktr.ee/californiographyReady to meet the spectacular Javier Servin of Californiography? We're thrilled to have him on board as we explore some mind-bending mysteries and historical enigmas. Embarking on a quest to illuminate the unknown, we delve i...
2023-10-042h 00
DEVUELVAN NUESTRA TIERRAQué pasó con el acueducto?🗣️ Devuelvan Nuestra Tierra del viernes 08 de septiembre de 2023
🔊 Hoy programa bajo la producción y conducción de directivos de la Coordinadora de Líderes Indígenas del Bajo Chaco CLIBCH
👉🏿Participaciones
🗣️Ángel Servín, concejal municipal de General Bruguez y miembro de la Comunidad La Esperanza
🗣️Cristóbal González, líder de La Esperanza
🗣️Juan Duarte, líder de la aldea Buena Vista de la comunidad Payseyamexyempa’a
🗣️Javier Encina, de Nueva Vida de la organización de Comunidades Unidas Nenhlet OCUN
🗣️David Romero, de la Comisión Bajo Pilcomayo
🗣️Aniceto Carape’i, sobre acueducto
🗣️ #DevuelvanNuestraTierra, el programa Radial de la Organización Tierraviva dedicado a los Pueblos Indíg...
2023-09-081h 27
Foo HowserInterview with Eric Craig from The South LA RecapIn this episode I sit down and chat with Eric Craig from The South LA Recap. The South LA Recap is an online platform where he explores the vast history, neighborhoods, businesses, and people in South Los Angeles.
Eric talks about his background and how it informs his work, I got to ask him questions about some of my favorite South LA Recap videos, and he shared a 1-Day South L.A. itinerary that foodies and history nerds can appreciate.
Follow The South LA Recap My Whittier on social media and at t...
2023-07-251h 04
Foo HowserDuelin' Dips: The History of the French Dip SandwichIn this episode we dig into the history of the French Dip Sandwich and the 2 L.A. restaurants that claim to be the originators. We’ll take a look at each one’s origin story and examine the evidence to back each up. I’ll also tell you which one I believe the most, which one I prefer, and give you my go-to order at each one.
If you haven't seen my video on the French Dip Sandwich you can watch it on my YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/33pvn5bf
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2023-07-1110 min
Foo HowserInterview with Bobby Ruiz of My WhittierIn this episode I sit down for my 1st interview and chat with Bobby Ruiz of My Whittier. My Whittier is a social media platform where Bobby shares a local's perspective on all things Whittier, CA. He highlights small businesses, promotes community events, and explores the history behind iconic Whittier spots. He's also the person who encouraged me to start this podcast, so you know he had to be my 1st guest.
Bobby shares his memories of growing up in Whittier, his inspiration for starting My Whittier, his favorite places to eat, and we discuss some notable...
2023-06-2638 min
Foo Howser"Harpin' Boont:" The Secret Language of Boonville, CaliforniaIn this episode we "harp boont" and talk about the history of "Boontling;" the secret language of Boonville, California. One of the theories as to how it was created involves adults wanting to discuss taboo topics in front of the youngsters without them knowing what they were saying, so you know we're going to cover some of the words they created to talk about "adult topics." We're definitely going to get PG-13 in this episode.
If you haven't seen my video on Boontling you can watch it on my YouTube and see what "Zeese" looked like: https...
2023-05-2012 min
Foo HowserMenagerie Madness: The Animal Farms of the SouthlandIn this episode we talk about another one of my favorite subjects, the animal farms that were very popular in the early 20th century.
We take a road trip to visit four examples of these animal themed attractions that once dotted the Southland.
You can watch the videos I made about Gay’s Lion Farm and Cawston Ostrich Farm on my YouTube https://tinyurl.com/5ck6c8vf (Don't forget to subscribe!)
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You can learn mor...
2023-05-0518 min
Foo HowserLos Chorizeros of East L.A. and the Importance of Baseball in Mexican American CommunitiesIn this episode we talk about Los Chorizeros, "the New York Yankees of L.A. Baseball" and the important role that baseball played in Mexican American communities in Los Angeles and beyond.
You can watch the video I made about Los Chorizeros on my YouTube https://tinyurl.com/Chorizeros-YouTube-Video (Don't forget to subscribe!)
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You can read the article from Francisco E. Balderrama and Richard A. Santillan that I relied heavily on for this episode here:
https://tiny...
2023-03-1810 min
The MindbuzzMB:133 with Foo Howser from CaliforniographySend us a textGill hangs out with Javier Servin, California History Foo. Exploring the stories behind the interesting people and places in California. Love obscure history and hidden gems. Check out Foo Howsers podcast, CaliforniographyWatch this podcast on Youtube at Mindbuzz Media https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYj7eDCsV3YPzxv7VRKZKgListen to this podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4r35EH2Des3LzuTyO8uX92?si=7b73ffc70be64823Follow The Mindbuzz on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/themindbuzzSubscribe to The Mindbuzz Youtube C...
2023-03-132h 11
Foo HowserProgrammatic Architecture or What Do a Tamale, Windmill, Chili Bowl, and Dinosaurs Have in Common?In this episode we talk about one of my favorite subjects: Programmatic Architecture.
We take a road trip to visit four examples of this architectural style and learn the history behind the iconic buildings.
You can watch the my video playlist on Programmatic Architecture on my YouTube shorturl.at/FMQ36 (Don't forget to subscribe!)
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2023-02-2414 min
Foo HowserThe History of Founders Memorial ParkIn this episode we talk about the history of Founders Memorial Park in Whittier; a park that was built atop 2 cemeteries.
They moved the headstones, but not the bodies. The park is located at 6031 Citrus Ave, Whittier, CA 90601.
You can learn more about the park and the cemeteries here:
whittiermuseum.org
You can watch the video of Founders Memorial Park on my YouTube www.youtube.com/@californiography (Don't forget to subscribe!)
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2023-02-1605 min
Foo HowserThe History of the Juan Matias Sanchez AdobeIn this episode we talk about the history of the Juan Matias Sanchez Adobe in Montebello and learn how this one building connects to so many historical events and people in the the Southland.
The adobe is open every Saturday from 12PM-3PM and you can learn more about it and the Montebello Historical Society here:
www.mhsadobe.org
You can watch the video of the adobe on my YouTube (Don't forget to subscribe!)
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2023-02-0806 min
Foo HowserWhat is Californiography and Who is Foo Howser?Welcome to the 1st episode of the Californiography podcast! Get to know your host Javier AKA Foo Howser and learn what Californiography means and what it's all about.
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2023-02-0303 min
The MindbuzzMB:110 with Javier Servin, CaliforniographySend us a textGill hangs out with Javier Servin, California History Foo. Exploring the stories behind the interesting people and places in California. Love obscure history and hidden gems.Watch this podcast on Youtube at Mindbuzz Media https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIYj7eDCsV3YPzxv7VRKZKgListen to this podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4r35EH2Des3LzuTyO8uX92?si=7b73ffc70be64823Follow The Mindbuzz on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/themindbuzzSubscribe to The Mindbuzz Youtube Channel / @mindbuzzmedia Don't forget...
2022-10-101h 29
Churros Y PurosDude From LA-Ep.92 Javier Servin CaliforniographyDude From LA-Ep.92 Javier Servin Californiography
2022-09-271h 03
Dude From Los Angeles PodcastDude From LA-Ep.92 Javier Servin CaliforniographyJavier Servin is a historian and focuses on Southern California History Follow him at @Californiography
2022-09-271h 03Dude From Los Angeles PodcastDude From LA-Ep.92 Javier Servin CaliforniographyJavier Servin is a historian and focuses on Southern California History Follow him at @Californiography
2022-09-271h 03
Tec MedCastAspectos Neuropsiquiátricos del Envejecimiento (Atrofia Cerebral) - Storytelling 1 Procesos FisiopatológicosEn este episodio nuestros amigos del equipo 2 vienen a relatarnos la triste historia de Javier Romero un paciente de 76 años de edad diagnosticado con enfermedad de Alzheimer.Los miembros de este equipo son:- Omar Alejandro Avila Jara - Gustavo Servin Romero - Elizabeth Parra Ramos - Laisha Fernanda Vargas Ascencio - Fernando Cuenca Vargas - Maryjose Contreras Avila
2021-10-0506 min