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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.
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The armorer in charge of the weapons on the film Rust has spoken out for the first time since actor/producer Alec Baldwin fatally shot cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on set.
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There are new questions about whether the gun that killed Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was inspected carefully on the set of "Rust."
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A new UCLA report that examined 461 scripted shows in the 2019-2020 TV season found that people of color posted gains in nine of 12 job categories in front of and behind the camera relative to their white counterparts from the previous season.
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The institute will look at things like gender roles and power.
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Some IATSE members have concerns about the agreement, which still has to be ratified.
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The effort is a response to pandemic-related supply chain issues.
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IATSE, the union that represents Hollywood workers, is deadlocked in negotiations with producers.
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A lull in the wind vs. a hearty gust may have made all the difference.
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It's part of the Indigenous LAnd Initiative, which will rename certain landmarks and update the city’s seal and flag to include representations of local tribes.
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Gusty winds are expected for much of Southern California during the early part of this week.
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Rainfall totals were relatively light in Los Angeles County, despite the unusual sky show.
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Barry Jenkins says the success that he and other Black filmmakers have found in the industry makes him optimistic for the future: "But it can't stop with us. We have to keep building and building and building."
