DT LA
About the Podcast
About the Podcast
Downtown Los Angeles, otherwise known as DTLA, is where the city was born, where its history lives, and where the future is unfolding. Hosts Danielle Wolff and Eloi Gerard take you on a journey through downtown’s food, culture, politics, and innovations. We talk with local experts, historians, business owners, and activists who live and breathe DTLA. Whether you’re a resident, a visitor, or just fascinated by urban culture, come along on a deep dive into what makes this one of the most fascinating neighborhoods in America. Because DT is LA!
Meet the Hosts
Meet the Hosts
Episode Guide
Episode Guide
Episode | Date | Show notes |
May 29, 2024 | In the premiere episode of the DT is LA Podcast, join co-hosts Danielle and Eloi as we introduce ourselves, share how we met, discuss our vision for the podcast, and talk about what listeners can look forward to. We also share some of our favorite local spots for a rooftop poolside hangout and discuss upcoming neighborhood events. | |
June 5, 2024 | In our second episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most iconic spots in DTLA—the Biltmore Hotel. But we DON’T take a deep dive into the historic pool, because you have to be a hotel guest to use it! We talk about the Biltmore’s luxurious origins, former guests, both presidential and gangster, and the places in the 100-year-old building where you can still experience the glamour of old LA. | |
June 17, 2024 | On this episode we go back in time to the founding of Los Angeles in the exact location that would later become DTLA. Then we take a quick trip through the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries and discover some statistics about the current downtown population. Spoiler: When it comes to higher education, we’ve got the rest of LA beat! We also talk about what’s happening in DTLA this week, including a DTLA trivia night and a new, big green neighbor at the Natural History Museum. | |
June 22, 2024 | DT is LA Podcast hosts Danielle and Eloi participated in a DTLA trivia night at Cole's French Dip, hosted by the Historic Core Business Improvement District. How did our DTLA knowledge stack up? Give this quick mini ep a listen and find out! | |
June 25, 2024 | This week, we welcomed our first guest into the studio! Scott Moe is a USC project manager, an EMT and a DTLA resident. We talked about why he and his wife Kristine moved back downtown after their kids finished high school. How is the DTLA residential life different now than it was 20 years ago, what community activities do they love, and what excites Scott about the future of Downtown LA? We also spring a pop quiz on Scott and talk about the latest DTLA news. Check out links below to Scott’s weekly Substack newsletter, Thoroughly Thursday, and everything else. | |
July 11, 2024 | Underground bars and speakeasies have been part of the fabric of DTLA for decades. In this episode, we talk about the history of speakeasies, the culture of underground and “secret” bars, what the current scene looks like, and about some of the challenges that these establishments face. | |
July 12, 2024 | Come along with "DT is LA" hosts Danielle Wolff and Eloi Gerard as we visit Caña Rum Bar to experience one of DTLA's hidden hangouts firsthand in this special mini episode. | |
July 22, 2024 | This episode features a fascinating conversation with Mathieu Giraud, owner of Garçons de Café wine bar in DTLA. He talks about his background, the French art of hospitality, the decision to buy the business, and its recent expansion with L'Appart restaurant. We discuss some of the opportunities that a neighborhood like Downtown LA offers as well as some of the challenges. | |
August 19, 2024 | Since the Paris Summer Olympics just ended and handed off the next games to Los Angeles, we’ve got a bit of Olympic fever. Hosts Danielle Wolff and Eloi Gerard discuss the history of the Olympics in Los Angeles, the plans for the Olympics and Paralympics in 2028, and some of the challenges the city faces. We also talk about the connections of Downtown Los Angeles to the Games, including venues, infrastructure improvements, and the history of the Los Angeles Athletic Club. |
