Upside Down LA

Spring Seasonal Drinks

In this episode, Ben sits down with three of the barista staff to chat about the exciting new seasonal drinks for spring. Plus, find out how each drink is uniquely named after them!

Exploring Tu Bishvat with Sam and Heather Walker

On this episode of the podcast, Isaac and Ben sit down to talk with Sam and Heather Walker to hear about their experience recovering from a wildfire, Heather’s passion for botanical illustrations, and their intimate connection with Tu B’Shvat, the Jewish New Year of the Trees.

Meet the Team: Rachel

On this episode, Ben and Isaac sit down with our newest intern, Rachel, to talk about her hometown, love for theater, and experience as both Jewish and Christian in college. Look out for more of Rachel on the podcast in future episodes!

What's Chrismukkah?

On this special holiday episode, Isaac and Ben sit down with our Two Jewish Mothers, Annette and Jeanne, to talk all things Hanukkah and Christmas.

Barista + Intern Double Feature! Zemeira Walker

Ben and Isaac chat with our newest barista/art intern, Zemeira about coffee nerdery, her hometown of Paradise, CA , and the beauty of art that deals with the unknown. Be sure to say hi to Zemeira in the cafe, or next time you see her at the Community table leading an art project!

Meet the Team: Grant

A new “Meet the Baristas” episode! Ben and Isaac interview Grant — another proud Texan in our “Baristas who happen to be from Texas and work at Upside Down” miniseries.Grant is a true gentleman, a hardcore Swifty who happens to also love Hardcore music and play in a punk band called “Adult Blonde”.
He also works for “Young Life”, a campus organization at UCLA. Their mission is to introduce people to Jesus. Check out more here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5uqP1vMLdjxmpTTpKOuQKL?si=YJMlcf6rS_CtJ4O0sDiM9A

An Artistic Sukkot with Jake and Jeanne Rosen

Sukkot is the Jewish festival of shelters, and it’s this week! We’re celebrating at Upside Down with our new art show: Formless and Void. Jake and Jeanne from our Upside Down team sit down to talk about their favorite Sukkot memories, and their roles in the art gallery.
 

Upside Down celebrates Rosh Hashanah

The Upside Down team talks about all things Rosh Hashanah! Shana Tova! 

UCLA Tips and Tricks: Upside Down's Guide to Being a Bruin

It's the beginning of the UCLA school year again! Isaac, Ben and Amanda talk about their favorite UCLA spots: from nap spots, hidden gems, and hot takes about college life. Listen to hear about the best on-campus food places, who to make friends with, and tips on how to survive college. 

Telling the Persian Jewish Story through Film - Interview with Director Julia Elihu and Writer Ava Lalezarzadeh

Ben and Isaac sit down with Julia and Ava, two Persian Jewish filmmakers who are part of the Upside Down community. Their recent short film "In the Garden of Tulips" is qualified for an Oscar, and was recently screened at Upside Down! They talk the art of filmmaking, and the importance of storytelling for developing cultural awareness and empathy.
 
Learn more about their film at https://www.inthegardenoftulips.com/