The ISA Podcast
The ISA Podcast
International Screenwriters' Association
Creating a Show & Career from Passion: Chatting with Evan from LA in a Minute
31 minutes Posted Jul 9, 2026 at 10:22 pm.
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What if your greatest career opportunity came from simply following what fascinates you? In this interview,  Scott Markus sits down with Evan Lovett, creator of the wildly popular "LA in a Minute" series to explore how a passion project evolved into a career.

Evan shares the unexpected origin of 'LA in a Minute," how curiosity became his greatest creative asset, and why authenticity, consistency, and genuine enthusiasm are more important than chasing algorithms or trends.

Whether you're a filmmaker, writer, content creator, or entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with practical advice for turning an idea into a career.

In this conversation, we discuss:
• How "LA in a Minute" began as a project for his son
• Why consistency matters more than perfection
• Finding your audience in today's creator economy
• Handling criticism, comments, and social media pressure
• Preserving the history and culture of Los Angeles
• Why authentic storytelling always wins

Evan also shares his thoughts on filming in Los Angeles, celebrates the neighborhoods that make the city unique, and explains why there's never a shortage of stories waiting to be told. If you've ever dreamed of building something around what you love, this conversation is for you.

Check out "LA in a Minute" here: https://www.youtube.com/@lainaminute 

"LA in a Minute" videos mentioned in this conversation: 
The Day the Trolleys Stopped in Los Angeles: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2moorZXTb1A
Boyle Heights Fire: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/luVZ_bkJcsE
Murals on Banks: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7RtEwTb2rsU