Best John Koos Podcasts (2025)

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Michael White and Sarah Koos on The Workplace of The Future 1:02:43

11M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

In today's post-pandemic world, we're presented with many new opportunities to think about and shape our workplaces. With over 7000 team members globally, Gensler leads the way with its innovative approach to workplace design and strategy that prioritizes collaboration and community. In this episode, I talk with Michael White, Gensler's principal a…

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Frances Anderton and David Kersh on Awesome and Affordable: Great Housing Now 1:04:59

12M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

In this episode I sit down with Frances Anderton and David Kersh for a discussion about affordable housing and their new initiative, Awesome and Affordable. Many Los Angeles residents have misconceptions, or even prejudices, towards affordable housing and there is a broad misunderstanding about the process to create affordable housing in this city.…

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Robert Hale, FAIA on Echelon Studios, Sony Scenic Arts and Future of Studios in LA 1:13:11

12M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

In this episode, I'm joined by Robert Hale FAIA, Partner at RIOS. We talk about his career and two of his latest studio projects – Echelon Studios in Hollywood and the Sony Pictures Scenic Arts Building in Culver City. During our conversation, we discuss Robert's experience working with Frank Gehry, the future of LA's architectural and studio lands…

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Marcelo Spina and Georgina Huljich on Victory Wellness and Adaptive Reuse Projects 56:17

1y ago56:17

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Today, I’m joined by Marcelo Spina and Georgina Huljich, the co-founders of Patterns, to discuss their latest project – The Victory Wellness Center in North Hollywood. The project involves the conversion of a former supermarket building originally built in the 1940s, into a contemporary medical office building. In our conversation, we dive into the…

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John K Chan, AIA on Atwater Canyon and Creating Great Retail Spaces 1:28:26

1y ago1:28:26

1:28:26

Today, I’m joined by John K Chan, AIA the Co-Founder and Design Director at Formation Association, to discuss how to create a great retail experience, as exemplified by his firm’s design of the Atwater Canyon retail development. We also take a trip outside of the recording studio to explore the project on-site with the owner and developer Myles Rog…

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Babak Ziai on BrandView and Transforming Underutilized Properties 1:10:40

1y ago1:10:40

1:10:40

In this episode, I speak with Babak Ziai, the Founder and Managing Principal at BrandView, Inc. His commercial real estate investment management firm focuses on acquiring underutilized properties in exceptional locations and transforming them into high-performing mixed-use developments. Today, we discuss BrandView's investment strategy, their creat…

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Oliver Evans on The Kinn and Building Community in LA 49:49

1y ago49:49

49:49

In this episode, I am joined by Oliver Evans, the CEO and co-founder of The Kinn – a membership club and workspace in LA that caters to socially conscious entrepreneurs. The Kinn is a beautiful, light-filled space which fosters a community of like-minded individuals committed to personal and professional growth. Today, we discuss Oliver’s transitio…

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scott allen martinez the Weekend Fixer 57:53

1y ago57:53

57:53

John interviews lifelong chum Scott about his newfound musical experimentations. Over the last year, Scott has been busy producing and performing new music. He has two recent albums, one solo and one with a collaborator, Jack Matthew Tyson, the "Weekend Fixers." You can the "scott allen martinez" album "Mulifarious" here. and The "Weekend Fixers" a…

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Ski Trip - Monica Cuervo on the Limelight Hotel Mammoth and the LA Hospitality Market 47:42

1y ago47:42

47:42

In this episode we get out of town for the weekend and go to Mammoth to discuss The Limelight Hotel Mammoth with the Managing Director of WATG's LA office, Monica Cuervo. We dive into the company's rich history and its role in designing 5-star resorts across the globe. WATG was founded in Honolulu in 1945 and is now renowned for pioneering hospital…

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Mikey Taylor on Commune Capital and Multifamily Investing in LA 1:01:09

1+ y ago1:01:09

1:01:09

Not many people can write professional skateboarder, brewery owner, real estate investor and city councilmember on their resume, but my guest Mikey Taylor can. Mikey is the President of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm with a focus on multifamily and storage assets in California. Born and raised in Southern California, …

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Kristi Paulson, AIA on Healthy Haus and Sustainable Design in SoCal 58:27

1+ y ago58:27

58:27

Welcome to the first episode of 2024! Today, I'm interviewing Kristi Paulson, a partner at Behnisch Architekten, about their mission to promote sustainability in architecture. Behnisch was founded in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1989 and expanded to Los Angeles in 1999. They are known for pushing the boundaries of design and incorporating sustainability,…

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David Kuo and Catherine Johnson AIA, ACLA on Fatty Mart 1:03:18

1+ y ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Today, I had the pleasure of talking about one of the most unique and special aspects of Los Angeles – the food. Joining me in the conversation is David Kuo, the founder of Fatty Mart, and Catherine Johnson, the architect behind the project and Founding Partner of the firm Design, Bitches. This episode is truly a testament to how talented people ca…

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Mark Zajdzinski AIA, DBIA on the Chen Neuroscience Research Building 46:22

1+ y ago46:22

46:22

In this episode I am joined by Mark Zajdzinski AIA, DBIA, a Principal at SmithGroup, to discuss the award-winning California Institute of Technology's Chen Neuroscience Research Building in Pasadena. The building is on the corner of Wilson and Del Mar and serves as an administrative hub for the Division of Biology and Bioengineering with research d…

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Patricia Rhee, FAIA, DBIA on The Culver Steps 47:21

1+ y ago47:21

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Today, I'm joined by Patricia Rhee, FAIA, DBIA, a partner at Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects (EYRC), to discuss The Culver Steps project. The once underutilized triangular site in Culver City was transformed into an open-air gathering place for the community with fully leased creative office and retail space. In our conversation, we dive into …

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Andrew Byrne on LAX Airport Metro Connector 1:04:40

1+ y ago1:04:40

1:04:40

As Angelenos, we're all too familiar with the challenges of navigating the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). But, with the LAX Airport Metro Connector Project, we are set to experience a game-changing transformation in how people travel to and from one of the world's busiest airports. In this episode, I'm joined by Andrew Byrne, the managing…

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Haley Nelson on Vallarta HQ 55:22

1+ y ago55:22

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In this episode, I’m joined by Haley Nelson, Design Principal at HGA, to discuss her recent collaboration with Vallarta Supermarkets on their new headquarters space. Vallarta is a family-owned Latin American grocery store chain with a significant presence in Southern California. After immigrating from Mexico to the US in the 1960s, the Gonzalez bro…

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Sean Madden on Kaleidoscope Mural 1:19:14

1+ y ago1:19:14

1:19:14

The population of Southern California surged by 52% in the 1940s and 1950s, prompting the initiation of the Huntington Beach energy project in response to the region's increasing energy demands. Fast forward to 2020, my guest Sean Madden's company, SPM Design, had the incredible opportunity to transform the power plant into a work of art. This mass…

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Brian Orter on The Press 1:04:59

1+ y ago1:04:59

1:04:59

I've always been fascinated by the transformative power of lighting in architecture. Lighting can change the mood and feel of a space, yet it's often an under-appreciated element in design. Today, I'm joined by Brian Orter, a renowned lighting designer and the founder of Brian Orter Lighting Design (BOLD). Brian shares his passion for storytelling …

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Christian Robert & Shawn Gehle on 6000 Hollywood Blvd 52:56

1+ y ago52:56

52:56

I sat down with Shawn Gehle and Christian Robert, Co-Founders and Principals of Office Untitled or "OU," to discuss the inner workings of their growing company and their exciting 6000 Hollywood development project. I've collaborated with Shawn and Christian since 2020 and can attest to their commitment to collaboration and taking on diverse project…

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Ryan Lovett on 3401 South La Cienega 58:30

1+ y ago58:30

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In this episode, Ryan Lovett, the Head of Design for the Americas at Lendlease, joins me to discuss his project at 3401 South La Cienega. The project showcases the exciting potential for future development at the intersection of urbanism and architecture. We dive into Ryan’s background in architecture, the key individuals that inspired him along th…

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James Woolum, FAIA on Cal State LA Student Services Building 49:32

1+ y ago49:32

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Today, I'm joined by James Woolum, partner at ZGF Architects and Fellow of the AIA, to discuss the design of the California State LA Student Services Building. This design encapsulates the core values of sustainability, community, and accessibility, which will leave you optimistic about the potential of architecture to shape a better world. Through…

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Introducing Building LA 1:48

2y ago1:48

1:48

Tune into Building LA every week, hosted by me, Sam Pepper. In each episode, I will interview the developers, architects, and decision-makers behind impactful projects. Our distinguished guests will share the specific challenges they overcame to realize a project, and lessons learned from all phases of the acquisition, entitlements, permitting, des…

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"Here in my car..." 1:00:44

3+ y ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Scott and John chat about the various vehicles in their youth.By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Places We Ate 55:02

3+ y ago55:02

55:02

Scott and John amaze us again with their crystal clear memories. This time, they regale their listeners with the places they ate in the 1970s and 80s. Free refills? No.By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Amusement Parks (Part 1) 54:40

3+ y ago54:40

54:40

THEY'RE BAAAAAACK! Back by popular demand, Season 2 starts off with a robust conversation of going to Southern California amusement parks in the 1980s. Join John and Scott as they race down memory lane!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 14 - Brrrr... the COLD WAR! 1:01:20

4y ago1:01:20

1:01:20

(Final Episode of Season 1) The end of the 80s not only marked the end of our youth, but the end of the 45 year old COLD WAR between the United States and the Soviet Union. What good times! Threat of constant nuclear war! We explore our memories of the Cold War as we saw it... through movies, music, and what was on TV news. We miss those times. The…

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Episode 13 - Catching Up With Quintessential 1:08:08

4y ago1:08:08

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Just like many of us were introduced to Depeche Mode thru their 1985 "Greatest Hits Thus Far" album, CATCHING UP WITH DEPECHE MODE, this episode is a refresher from the previous episodes. We fill in some blanks... and expand of previous topics. Enjoy!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 12 - Our Moms 1:06:24

4y ago1:06:24

1:06:24

In honor of Mother's Day, 2021, we go into the lives of two great women, our mothers. Nothing more to say than that.By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 11.1 - Concerts! (BONUS CONTENT) 30:16

4y ago30:16

30:16

This episode goes deep into the Depeche Mode VIOLATOR tour... as well as a couple big concerts we forgot to mention in Episode 11. Don't ENJOY THE SILENCE... enjoy us babbling about concerts some more.By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 11 - Concerts! 1:00:58

4y ago1:00:58

1:00:58

This was back in the time when suburban moms really didn't mind if their 16 year old sons left the friendly confines of suburbia and drove to Inglewood to see bands. This was a time when a good concert ticket was $17! This was the time... and we had the time of our lives!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 10 - Cartoons??? 1:01:56

4y ago1:01:56

1:01:56

In this episode, Scott and John recount the multitude of cartoons of their youth!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 9 - School (Without a Doubt, Part 1) 1:06:37

4y ago1:06:37

1:06:37

In this episode, Scott and John chat about those very formative Kindergarten thru sixth grade years. They went to different schools most of that time. It gets a bit personal at times... the early formation of what would be teen angst and insecurity. If you want to provide feedback, please email us at [email protected]…

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Episode 8 - Take Us Out to the Ball Game! 1:04:43

4y ago1:04:43

1:04:43

John and Scott revisit their time in youth sports. Which of us bit so hard through his tongue during a soccer game that he got stitches? Also, who was so bitter about being cut from a Little League team that he never played played organized baseball again? Who had to miss a Depeche Mode concert due to sports obligations? All that, AND MORE, is cove…

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Episode 7 - The Apple //e Changes Our Lives Forever 59:36

4y ago59:36

59:36

In this episode, John and Scott remember the importance of the pre-internet, computer piracy, Apple computer era! Kids, this was PRE-INTERNET! Yet, that didn't stop the hosts from breaking the law and hacking long distance codes to download games from all over the country. From this era, John and Scott made lifelong friends with others of the same …

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Episode 6 - "Two Thumbs Up!" at the Movies 1:01:03

4+ y ago1:01:03

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In this episode, John and Scott haphazardly ramble about watching movies in the 80s. From the theater to ON TV to Betamax to VHS to cable. Was John Hughes' Some Kind of Wonderful a blatant rip off of John Hughes' Pretty in Pink? What was Nicolas Cage's look in Valley Girl, punk or new wave or somewhere in between? Did anyone one else try to watch s…

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Episode 5 - Music! (Part 2 - A Bit Deeper) 1:01:19

4+ y ago1:01:19

1:01:19

In this episode, John and Scott go deeper into their love of music in the 80s. Angst is a driver!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 4 - Video Games! 58:17

4+ y ago58:17

58:17

Scott and John explore their early love for video games, both at home and at the arcades. Does anyone remember Magnavox's Odyssey 2? What's a "cassette drive"? Was the original Chuck E. Cheese created to torture youth? All that and more, in Episode 4!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 3 - Jobs in 80s! 1:00:37

4+ y ago1:00:37

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In this episode, Scott and John discuss the variety of jobs they had in the 80s. Among the big three... Knott's Berry Farm, Disneyland, and Perry's Pizza. Find out exactly why Scott didn't want to be "Employee of the Month" at Perry's. Discover the reasons why each were fired for the first time! Another stroll down memory lane. Enjoy!…

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Episode 2 - Music! (Absolutely Only Part 1) 55:59

4+ y ago55:59

55:59

John and Scott discuss the beginnings of what defined much of their life in the 80s--MUSIC! Do you remember the "Mighty 690"? Do you remember the Columbia Record and Tape Club? Do you remember Marillion? Don't worry, few do... It's all right here, and more!By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Episode 1 - Huntley Avenue, where it all began 53:00

4+ y ago53:00

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John and Scott kick off the first episode with chatting about where they grew up... Huntley Avenue, West Garden Grove, California. It might be a bit rickety... being the first one. We hope you like it.By John Koos and Scott Martinez

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Talking Therapy Ep. 41 The Making of a Therapist Part 1 1:09:49

5y ago1:09:49

1:09:49

RJ and John sit down with “Rebecca.” Rebecca is the pseudonym of a new marriage and family therapy student. She is a young woman who has decided to embark on her education and training in psychology and counseling. This will be a multi-part series where we touch base with Rebecca time to time throughout her education and training. RJ and John both …

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Talking Therapy Ep. 40 Victor Yalom, PhD. On What We Can Learn from The Greats 1:04:48

5y ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Therapist, internet entrepreneur and cartoonist Victor Yalom, PhD joins us to talk about what he has learned from the greats. As someone who has had access to some of the greatest minds in the field he has some very interesting things to say about presence and being with clients in the here and now. Victor is also owner of the site Psychotherapy.ne…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 39 Therapy in the time of Coronavirus with Dr. Amir Ettekal 43:40

5y ago43:40

43:40

The world with Coronavirus has posed challenges for therapists everywhere. With significant parts of the country in extensive lockdown many of us have switched our entire practices to an online format. Will this change therapy forever or is this just a slight adjustment - or are we all just suffering from Adjustment Disorder? RJ and John practice s…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 38 Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation with Dr. Martha Koo 1:17:17

5+ y ago1:17:17

1:17:17

Dr. Martha Koo of the Neurowellness Spa in Manhattan Beach, CA sits down with the boys to talk about the FDA approved treatment of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (or TMS). Dr. Koo, a psychiatrist, talks about how TMS works and how it can help. She also discusses some of the other treatments her clinic offers including IV Ketamine and Photobiomod…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 37 Making a Living in Psychotherapy with Moe Gelbart, PhD 1:12:48

5+ y ago1:12:48

1:12:48

John and RJ sit down to talk with one of the lions of the field of psychotherapy, Dr. Moe Gelbart. An administrator, therapist and businessman, Dr. Gelbart recounts a long and successful career in psychotherapy and gives the boys insight into how he's helped people and made a good living in psychotherapy. This episode is exclusively sponsored by Be…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 36 Working with Suicide with Norine VanderHooven, LCSW 1:09:46

6y ago1:09:46

1:09:46

Suicide may be one of the most intense and difficult things for any therapist to work with. Norine VanderHooven, LCSW and Chair of the Youth Suicide Prevention Committee for the American Association of Suicidology joins us to talk about facts and strategies to use with clients expressing suicidal ideation. This episode is exclusively sponsored by B…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 35 Working with Adoption with Lesli Johnson MFT 1:13:59

6y ago1:13:59

1:13:59

Lesli Johnson, MFT joins us to discuss clinical issues around adoption. She brings her own personal perspective as someone who is adopted as well as a caring and passionate clinical approach to this subject. She discusses a concept known as the Ghost Kingdom and the challenges and trauma adoptees and adoptive parents face. Not many people specializ…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 34 Hypnosis and Alfred Adler with Dr. David Godot 1:22:24

6+ y ago1:22:24

1:22:24

Dr. David Godot joins us to talk about the use of hypnosis and hypnotic practices in therapy. He also talks about his experience at the Adler Institute as well as Alfred Adler and his unique ideas about the formation of personality and how people see themselves. Find David Godot here: https://psychlab.us This episode is exclusively sponsored by Ben…

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Talking Therapy Ep 33 Sara Schulting-Kranz on Finding Personal Transformation in Nature 1:12:43

6+ y ago1:12:43

1:12:43

Sara Schulting-Kranz joins us to talk about her transformation from married mother of three, who one day discovered “my husband is gay,” to life coach helping and leading people on journeys of their own transformation in the Grand Canyon and in the Sierras. Sara talks about the power of nature to heal and the amazing life changes she and her client…

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Talking Therapy Ep. 32 Ben Caldwell Returns on Divorce Rates and Emotional Support Animals 1:13:49

6+ y ago1:13:49

1:13:49

Dr. Ben Caldwell returns to the show to pick a bone with John about a statistic he quoted during our popular Sue Johnson interview. Ben discusses divorce and marriage and its current state in our society. We also touch on the ever emotional subject of Emotional Support Animals and how or if therapists should support their use.…

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