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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 10h

You can only sit around so long, then you have to make a movie. So we did. What's not as exciting? Photos of me editing... #LetsJustMakeAMovie

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Next up from the SECRET LOS ANGELES book - The Triforium! This sculpture near City Hall downtown has close to 1,500 glass prisms and light bulbs and 79 bells in its tower. It would use motion sensors to translate the movements of passersby into music and a light show! Great story. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Hey, it's the 10th anniversary of LA LA LAND! Have I told you I enjoy this movie? Have I told you a thousand times? Here 1,001! I re-visited an old article from back in the day where I get the film's back in a big way. Enjoy - and enjoy that movie! (Cut to page 26) www.theburbankblabla.com/published

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CURRENT ISSUE | The Burbank Bla Bla

The current issue of the magazine is posted here for all readers and subscribers.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Susan & I have begun exploring LA with the SECRET LOS ANGELES book. As ever, I'll share what we find so if you live here or are visiting, you can check these places out yourself. First up - Warner Brothers Downtown Theatre. Go to this jewelry shop to see a over-100-yr-old theatre inside! #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Have your Art Walk in October, they said. It'll be cool and pleasant, they said. 100 degree weather didn't stop us!! The Tujunga Village Art Walk had art, entertainment, a fashion show, and food. I took a picture of my food and put it here on the internet. I think I'm doing it right.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

More pics from Balboa Park in San Diego, one of the best city parks in the nation! #PhotosFromWork The gardens are just the start of Balboa Park (There're SEVENTEEN MAJOR museums!) which include this Botanical Building (featured in CITIZEN KANE!). I finally visited when it's been open to go inside.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Whatever age you're supposed to stop going to Knott's Scary Farm...DON'T TELL ME WHAT IT IS. An outing is only as good as the people you experience it with. Four of the beings in the first photo are people. Mrs. Knott's Chicken restaurant remains one of the great theme park eateries in all the land!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The Horror Show is the latest exhibit to open at The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (perhaps the greatest place on Earth). HORROR has taken over the fourth floor and they wisely explore many sub-genres - gothic, psychological, science, slasher, religion, and ghosts. It's a must-see!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Thanks to Elena Fisher for having me at COMEDY CHRONICLES this week. We managed to squeeze some great comedy in at The Oaks Tavern between the Eagles game and karaoke...!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Southern California mindset: "Man, we haven't worked in, like, three weeks. Anyway, let's go to the beach!!" #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Last night was one of the best concerts at the Bowl I've ever seen. Jon Batiste is a MONSTER musician, surrounded by real professionals, burning through a variety of musical styles and even the sky was in an artful mood. Plus - a Jen Yates sighting! #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Some sights from the Culver City Farmer's Market. RECOMMENDED! Live music dots and scene and there's loads of food. These dates went straight-up into a shake later in the week.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Last night was the final Jazz at LACMA event of the season with vocalist Judy Wexler. But mostly it's about the giant lawn party/picnic that stretches from Wilshire to 6th St. Until next year!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

As soon as I heard that Conan O'Brien started a BAND (The Vigodas), I made a plan to see them. He was GREAT! It reminded me of Steve Martin playing with the Steep Canyon Rangers - a comedian aligning themselves with extraordinary musicians and being hilarious throughout. Go see them! #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

THE VISIT is playing at Pasadena Playhouse. This set has a number of clever tricks up its sleeve. The two leads (Jefferson Mays and especially Melinda Page Hamilton) are excellent although around them is some questionable direction. It's part of L.A. Theatre Week!: www.todaytix.com/los-angeles/...

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I might be obsessed with this Lucas Museum. Last night, I attended a Q&A with the architect Ma Yansong. The ARCHITECT! #Obsessed

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

INCREDIBLE show! Mike D. from the Beasties is touring with a band consisting of his sons & their friends and they SMOKED the Belasco stage last night! The Beasties have an sound/vibe that is unmatched and although all three of the Boys can't be together, this was a fantastic time in that scene again

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Thanks to all who came out to Flappers last Friday night! Good to see friends Mary Harris and Jennifer Vally also doing solid work. See you at the next one! (HINT - my next one is a free show in Sherman Oaks this Monday - 9/28, see my profile pic for details!).

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Need a podcast to listen to? Might I recommend this episode of Skeptical Scott and Friends feat. special guest - the great Susan Huckle! The host asks informed questions and it all plays like a good review of her work! Give a listen: www.buzzsprout.com/2382031/epis... Buy the book: bit.ly/4xLX8tG

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Susan Huckle: What The Flat Earth? - Skeptical Scott & Friends

The Earth Is Flat?! And Other Things My Mother Taught MeSusan's New

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Yesterday at Flappers was great, damn near full house! Next up, I'll be at the Comedy Chronicles w/Elena Fisher at The Oaks Tavern, Monday, Sept. 28th. Parking's easy and this is my fourth time doing this show. If you've been before, it has a later start time than it has had in the past: 8:30. Free!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Filmed this guy at La Jolla and knew just what music should accompany him. #TheStruggleisReal

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I recently gave an LA tour to a bunch of students from Europe and they wanted me to continue the tour to San Diego. Twist my arm! So these pics from La Jolla are essentially #PhotosFromWork. Love the sea lions. They just yell and walk on each other's heads and are lazy AF. In other words, my heroes!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Wow, there is MUCH to say about The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art - go see it for yourself! Outrageous architecture, clever displays, and a lot of class. If George Lucas is spending a billion dollars on a 20-year project, damn straight I got an annual pass! #LetsJustFNGo #Artiseverything

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I'm back at Flappers...on a Friday! Catch me this week on the 18th and you know the show's gonna be sexy with not one, but TWO Paul's - Paul J. Baio is on the bill along with a bunch of other comics getting weird for you in Burbank. Get ahold of me for comps!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

FINALLY made it to Fair Oaks Pharmacy, a soda fountain shop I've heard about for years and drive by on my tours A LOT. If you want a hundred-and-eleven-year-old cultural institution that churns out phosphates, ice cream, candy and DRUGS - this is the place! #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Will Harrison Ford win his first Emmy tonight? Will we have more to say about SIX DAYS, SEVEN NIGHTS? Is there a shocking amount of printable news about an 84-year old guy? Hopefully, yes, and yes! 3PM PST! www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRqp... www.twitch.tv/themovieguysla www.facebook.com/events/31638...

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The Ford Fiesta LIVE! - IT'S EMMY NIGHT!

YouTube video by The Movie Guys

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Jazz at LACMA is one of my favorite community experiences in L.A. The music is a totally pro set with some of the best in the biz, the scene is busy but the vibe is picnic. Great music with Betty Bryant and good people. Two more free concerts left 9/18 and 9/25. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The latest from the "Things I've Found on the Ground Chronicles”...

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

$20 to see Buddy Guy on his 90th birthday tour? YES, please. Not just that, but I'm now a Christone "Kingfish" Ingram BELIEVER. He and his Delta Jam opened and kicked out the JAMS. Plus, a Joe Bonamassa cameo and all the other magic of The Hollywood Bowl. A+ evening. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I'm an Angels fan but I might be a baseball fan over everything as last night at Dodger Stadium was a blast! One run game, a history-making play, a Dia De Los Muertos theme, and added value all over the place. How can you not be romantic about baseball?

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The Maestro of the Movies Tribute to John Williams at The Hollywood Bowl delivered big time. The set list was full-on greatest hits this year and sat in the best seats I've ever had for the Bowl. For Spielberg himself to say Williams' music will live beyond his movies - what praise! Incredible night

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Richard Gere has quietly been turning in great performances for the last 25 yrs and deserves a shout-out! He's the main reason I want to see THE AGENCY. He's gotta be doing something interesting over there. I wrote about this in the latest Burbank Bla Bla. Page 19! www.theburbankblabla.com/published

theburbankblabla.com

CURRENT ISSUE | The Burbank Bla Bla

The current issue of the magazine is posted here for all readers and subscribers.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

This is an old sign for Adohr Milk Farms. Why is it interesting? It has history steeped in Route 66! When Howlin’ Ray’s Hot Chicken opened up in this Pasadena building, they uncovered this 100-year-old sign from under a facade and restored it. Points for them recognizing history. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

I gotta thank my wife for pointing me toward the HILF Podcast (History I'd Like to Fuck). I'm gonna deep-dive the episodes but there's one show live every month at Flappers Comedy Club where Dawn Brodey shows off her chatter skills and good guests. Excellent format and very funny! #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Annual pilgrimage to Halloween Horror Nights: complete. For the first time in a long time - I did everything! I've made the mistake of going to the lower lot and working my way back up, but the tram closes early and I'd miss THE PURGE. PRO TIP: Do the upper lot first, then go lower. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

One trail, four different sights. Hiking The Bert Bonnet & Big Tujunga River Trail Loop gave us a trail, the woods, a meadow, and a river. That is all. #LetsJustGo!!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Like movies? I can't recommend the Academy Museum enough. Hard to believe I lived in LA for 20 years without a museum about MOVIES, but this place changes that in a big way. For only $100/yr. there are anywhere between 8-11 free movies for museum members per month, plus frequently changing exhibits!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

For years I've seen the SiriusXM logo on a building rising up just off the intersection of Santa Monica and La Brea. Yesterday, I got to go in to watch a live comedy show in the SiriusXM Garage - ARE YOU STILL LISTENING? Entertainment companies, take note - this is ADDED VALUE.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The Starlight Bowl finale in the hills of Burbank was a good one. The Fab Four triumphantly returned (not just to the venue, but from a postponed date earlier in the month due to a fire)! This really is the greatest music of all time and it was all created in, like, a decade. Amazing. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

What did I see last night? A concert? Performance piece? Art installation? Dance revue? ANSWER - all the above! I checked another legend off the list - David Byrne! Any songs I was unfamiliar with were accompanied by striking visuals to pull me in. The whole night was really impressive. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Susan sent me a ticket to a movie. So I said yes. 'Cause it's a movie. Turns out it was NoHo Cinefest (hilariously in Glendale) and Susan's friend Herbert made an indie film with a wild premise that delivered! I need to go to more film festivals. Definitely my scene. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The lunar eclipse brought people OUT in Burbank last night. Thanks to The Burbank Sidewalk Astronomers who set up telescopes on Chandler Ave. to make us all smarter. Real question, a lunar eclipse must confuse the hell out of a werewolf, no? #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Quite a night yesterday at the New Beverly Cinema: - Smart double feature - TO LIVE AND DIE IN LA & THE RIP (a Netflix movie on the big screen!). - The theater filled their lobby with Dolly Parton posters and lobby cards. - Dolly music played before the first movie and Tim Curry music between films

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Final pics from our Northern CA trip. Can you tell we enjoyed it? This is Auburn. I guess they have an "Auburn" in every state? And get this, the town is famous for being part of the Gold Rush! Then not much happened here until George Lynch was born in 1954. Also, PROTOCOL filmed here. #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Saturday's Yächtley Crëw show at The Starlight Bowl was a full-on BLOWOUT! The "Titans of Soft Rock" threw a big ol' party and I was happy to be the host. How big is the Crëw getting? My cousin came from Arizona for the show! I hope they remain a yearly tradition in the hills of Burbank.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

More pics from our NorCal trip include these in Placerville, where we ended up booking an Airbnb. No surprise, it's a gold rush town! Probably more than others 'cause "placer" is a type of gold so the town is NAMED after gold (it's also called HANGTOWN for mid-1800s vigilante justice!) #LetsJustGo

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Monday night I'll be at Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank. Want comps? Let me know by tomorrow and I can hook you up. Plus, this place has great food. One stop shop for dinner-and-a-show plans!

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Wednesday, we cut the ribbon and officially handed over to The Salvation Army our Leadership Burbank Class of '26 project - a mobile laundry trailer! They'll use it to do the most good for people in need of laundry services around the city. I was proud to host the event! #LetsJustHelp

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Behind this curtain is one INCREDIBLE movie - THE CLOCK, a 24-hour movie made from thousands of clips from movies and T.V. shows showing the passage of time either through on-screen clocks or dialogue synched with the time it actually is while you're watching it. I viewed this thing for FIVE HOURS.

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Paul Preston @pprestonla.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The Fab Four show @ Starlight Bowl has been rescheduled to Sunday, 8/30! Also, Yächtley Crëw is coming up this Sat. Two huge shows to end the season. I'll be hosting, giving out stuff and getting weird. Come check it out! Do some summer-y stuff before the calendar says September! starlightbowl.com

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