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Monica Bushman
What I cover
If it’s related to arts, culture and entertainment in L.A., I’m interested! I'm also a producer for the LAist podcast Imperfect Paradise, which dives deep into L.A. stories with LAist reporters.
My background
I’ve worked on LAist podcasts including Nobody Knows Anything, How To LA, The Academy Museum Podcast (seasons 1 and 2), Retake and Hollywood the Sequel. I got my start at LAist on the broadcast side, as a producer on Take Two, The Frame and newscasts. Before coming to LAist, I was a fill-in producer for NPR shows like Talk of the Nation and Morning Edition. I got my start in public radio producing radio documentaries for America Abroad Media.
My goals
I want to pull back the curtain on the creative processes of super-talented people who work in film, TV, comedy, music, theater, literature and visual art — and share interesting L.A. stories that hopefully include some element of fun.
Best way to contact me
I would love to hear from you if you have any questions about LAist's arts and entertainment coverage or if you have any tips on things we should check out! You can reach me at mbushman@laist.com.
Stories by Monica Bushman
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At a moment where a number of Black TV shows have been canceled, documentary filmmaker Giselle Bailey reflects on the history that got us here and what might be next.
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Reactions from Black Altadena residents vary over the development of CBS sitcom from Black-ish creator Kenya Barris and comedian Mike Epps.
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Step into the fictional Los Angeles of the 2025 fall TV season, where Tim Meadows works at the DMV and Glenn Close and Kim Kardashian are high-powered divorce lawyers.
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What is competitive table setting? And why do people do it? We talked to some veteran tablescapers and got some answers.
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On its 30th anniversary, Clueless costume designer reflects on the film’s impact.
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LACMA’s new David Geffen Galleries are open to members for previews this week ahead of the official opening (with art installed) next year.
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Head out on a bike ride, check out a museum exhibition or improv show — all in honor of Juneteenth.
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Sarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer created the worlds of films like Barbie, Beauty and the Beast and Pride and Prejudice. Their work is now featured in the Academy Museum’s first exhibition on production design.
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Students are already thinking about how they’ll make a difference during Donald Trump’s presidency.
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A surge of renewed interest is bringing new fans (like me) to L.A.’s professional women’s sports teams. The message I got from long-time fans? The more the merrier.
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How To LASummer is one of the most difficult times for volunteers working to save cats and kittens on Los Angeles streets. There are ways you can help.
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We have picks from an Angeleno on a quest to visit all the L.A. locations on the National Register of Historic Places.
