Stanwyck in the Country

In THIS, my latest for Ventura Blvd. Magazine, the history of the Northridge home and pioneering horse ranch that my steely spirit animal Barbara Stanwyck built, in collaboration with Zeppo Marx and the legendary architect Paul Williams. I shall now always wear heels for every dip in my custom-made pool!

A Remeberance of things Past

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, the astounding, poignant and innovative work of the East LA artist Guadalupe Rosales.

Fantasy Island

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA: the history of the magical amusement park islands off the coast of Long Beach that are actually major oil fields.

The History of a House

In THIS, my latest for Los Angeles Magazine, five pretty rad historic properties that you should visit ASAP.

Hip Hip Hollywood! (and Horses)

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, the glamour filled glory days of Hollywood Park. Even I would have gone to catch a glimpse of the two-legged stars in the stands- and me and horses are NOT friends.

The Wreckers

THIS, my latest for HISTORY, is one of the most enjoyable stories I’ve ever researched- a brief history of wreckers-coastal folks who made their living scavenging and (sometimes) intentionally crashing ships out on the sea.

Fire in the Sky

In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, a first for this sky-fearing lady- the history of the mysterious Lubbock Lights UFO incident, which captivated Texas in the early 50s.

Go Go Gidget

I love, love, loved, writing THIS Curbed LA history of the real Gidget, who changed surf culture-and Malibu- forever

When the Times Eagle Soared

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA- a history of when the Los Angeles Times eagle soared, and kept careful watch over downtown LA.

Women in Revolt

In THIS,my latest for HISTORY, insanely strong, brave, brilliant revolutionary women who fought the man- often to their death

The Bird is the Word

I loved writing THIS history of the Valley birdhouse ranch fairytale cottages of mid-century builder William Mellenthin for Ventura Blvd. Magazine. The charm is REAL!

Who the Hell Was That!?!

Ever drive around Los Angeles, notice a name you’ve seen a million times before, and wonder, “who the hell WAS that?” In THIS, my latest for Los Angeles Magazine, I supply you with a few answers, ripped from the LA history books.

Tours, tours, tours!

Hi Darlings!

I will be leading THIS tour of the Old Zoo at Griffith Park for Atlas Obscura on July 18th

I will be leading multiple dates of THIS, the always popular Cartwheel Art Underground LA tour, this summer.

I will be leading THIS Atlas Obscura tour of The Lost Graveyards of Los Angeles on July 22nd.

I will be leading THIS Atlas Obscura tour of the Gold Coast of Santa Monica on August 5th.

High Rise Hollywood

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, drool-worthy apartments from Hollywood’s golden age.

The Forgotten

I am really proud of THIS story for Los Angeles Magazine. I learned about the brutal kidnapping and murder of schoolgirl Dorothy Lee Gordon a few months ago and quickly became obsessed. It was just a throwaway line in a book about Black Hollywood, but through research I uncovered the tragic tale of an unsolved crime that gripped Los Angeles and is now truly lost to the past.

Head on a Platter

I loved writing THIS story for Atlas Obscura about the mysterious “reserve heads” of ancient Egypt. What in the hell were they for?!?

Rome Cats!

I absolutely loved writing THIS article for GOOD, about the history of the delightful sanctuary cats of Rome I discovered while visiting Ms. Bess Kelly. Happy Friday indeed!

California Dreaming

THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, a masterclass in advertising 101, is brought to you by the Victorian-era Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce

Royals Pre-Papz

Extra! Extra! In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, seven images that royals didn’t want (or really, really did want) you to see!

An Evergreen Adventure

Join me and Atlas Obscura on June 23rd for THIS, as we tour Evergreen Cemetery, my favorite graveyard in Los Angeles.