Black LA Uncovered

LA NATIVE: LA designer Odessa Bowden-Sierra reclaims identity through fashion

LA NATIVE isn’t just a brand, it’s a movement. LaMonica Peters sits down with clothing designer and LA native Odessa Bowden-Sierra to talk about growing up in LA, her career journey and creating a clothing brand to honor LA natives.

Chris Martin: Holding on to South Central LA

Born and raised in historic South Central LA, Chris Martin is the only Black candidate running for LA's District 9 seat, which has had a Black representative since the 1960s. He tells host LaMonica Peters why voters should choose him in November 2026.

Jeremy "Scottie" Jones: Behind the Likes

With millions of views of multiple social media platforms, Los Angeles native and social media influencer Jeremy "Scottie" Jones talks with LaMonica Peters about life in LA and building a media company.

Mo’ Kelly: Truth-telling in a city of spotlight

After more than a decade of speaking directly to millions of listeners on KFI AM Los Angeles, Morris "Mo’ Kelly" O'Kelly talks with LaMonica Peters about his career journey as a nationally recognized radio host, journalist, and media personality born and raised in LA.

Kareem Grimes: Born and built in LA

Actor and Los Angeles native Kareem Grimes talks about how LA shape him as an actor, growing up Black in Los Angeles and navigating Hollywood while staying rooted in community.