Adam Carolla Show Rick Caruso Joins Adam Carolla to Talk LA’s Future, Politics & Accountability
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Nov 10, 2025 
Rick Caruso, a prominent real estate developer and philanthropist known for The Grove, discusses his roots in West LA and motivations for entering public service. He emphasizes accountability in city leadership following disasters like the Palisades fire. Caruso also critiques LA's mismanagement, overregulation driving businesses away, and the need for effective solutions to homelessness. He shares insights on revitalizing local economies and hints at his potential return to politics, all while advocating for civic pride and youth vocational training.
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How Caruso Protected Palisades Properties
- Rick Caruso recounted preparing his Palisades properties before catastrophic winds and pre-stationing private firefighters and retardant trucks.
- His team also designed non-combustible-looking buildings and closed vents to prevent ember-driven interior fires.
Private-Sector Urgency Beats Bureaucracy
- Caruso argues many elected officials prioritize reelection over serving residents, creating paralysis.
- He says fresh private-sector urgency and creativity can overcome bureaucratic inertia.
Prepare Early And Build Fire-Resistant
- Pre-deploy resources and build mitigations when hazards are predictable.
- Design buildings to resist embers and avoid vents that let fires start inside.