Happier in Hollywood Ep. 432: Make A Laugh List & Councilman Nazarian on Bringing Back Production
Aug 21, 2025
City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian, dedicated to revitalizing LA's film and TV production, discusses strategies like tax incentives and streamlined permits to attract filmmakers back to the city. Liz and Sarah emphasize the power of laughter, encouraging listeners to create a 'laugh list' for positivity. They also dive into amusing anecdotes about the high cost of dry cleaning and share summer recommendations, including a fun ice cream maker. Plus, they highlight binge-worthy dating shows on Netflix. This episode blends humor with insights on civic engagement!
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Multi-Front Strategy To Bring Back Production
- Los Angeles must attack runaway production on multiple fronts including state tax incentives and local permitting reforms.
- Adrin Nazarian says both state funding and city process changes are necessary to keep production competitive.
Streamline Permitting Across City Departments
- Review and streamline how all city departments interface with FilmLA and productions to speed permitting.
- Request coordinated department reviews and reduce redundant monitors to lower cost and delay barriers.
Why Production Drifted Away From LA
- Technology, labor shifts, and expanding filming regulations made other locations more attractive.
- Nazarian argues LA must adapt to these structural changes to remain a top filming destination.