Rebuild and Chill

Join the crew as we meet and greet Malibu's new City manager Joe Irvin. We discuss all things rebuilding, permit delays, economic realities, as well as a look to the future of Malibu.00:00 - Intro01:10 - Why Malibu for Joe?04:40 - Experience w/ 2021 Tahoe Fire07:15 - Balancing priorities09:17 - Economic damage and the need to rebuild12:35 - Lack of permits21:00 - Finding time to implement changes25:48 - The need to delegate authority and duties27:50 - What's working well?34:15 - In-house capabilities vs. hiring consultants38:10 - Restructuring possibilities45:40 - Remembering Malibu's strengths#malibu #rebuildandchill

Join us as we discuss next steps on a potential sewer line for the rebuild area in Malibu. We are joined by true experts in the field Madelyn Glickfield, former Coastal Commissioner and Regional Water Board Chair, and Andrew Sheldon, Civil and Environmental Engineer and former Acting Director of the Malibu Building Department.

We sit down with Keegan Kirkpatrick of Zero-Error Systems to discuss his company's forays into 3D Printing in the construction industry, as well as an update on this week's happenings in Malibu.

Randy joins us once again to give an update on the positive developments coming out of this past week's demurral hearing.

Join us for a comprehensive overview of the state of Palisades fire litigation, including the very important hearing occurring this week on February 5th. Our guest is famed attorney Randy Schoenberg of "The Woman in Gold" fame, whose newest fight is on behalf of fire victims. We also discuss the current state of Malibu rebuilding, including Randy's own travails pleading (no pun intended) for a permit.(00:00) Intro (03:45) The basis of the litigation(15:25) Dangerous conditions vs inverse condemnation(23:00) What say the defense?(28:10) How does the indictment of the arsonist affect case(29:55) February 5th - the importance of the hearing(37:20) Potential outcomes(44:40) Where would payout money come from?(49:30) Eaton Fire Litigation Status(53:00) Malibu permits and rebuilding(55:35) Chronicles of a revetment repair: Malibu in a nutshell(1:05:35) Final thoughts on February 5th#malibu #malibustrong #palisadesfire #rebuildandchill

The team gives their initial thoughts on this week's dramatic proposal from the White House and how it might apply in Malibu. Then we hear from Peter Stricker, President of Seawell, about his company's innovative desalination technology that could revolutionize water supply and firefighting in coastal areas.#rebuildandchill #malibu #malibustrong #palisadesfire

Join us for our first episode of 2026 with Malibu resident, Woolsey survivor, and researcher Diane Moss as we discuss a glaring misstep by City Council, historical precedent for wildfire recovery, and other important rebuild topics. (00:00) Intro(02:40) Item 8A - Not enough votes on council to rebuild faster(16:30) Diane's Woolsey experience(31:15) Studying other California fires(39:58) Woolsey vs. Palisades(56:00) Zone 0 delays(58:55) Jeffrey Prang's move to help rebuilding families #malibu #rebuildandchill #malibustrong #palisadesfire #woolsey #podcast

Join us as we discuss a difficult anniversary with Malibu City Council member Doug Stewart as well as changes moving forward.(00:00) Intro(00:20) Emergency notification needs(17:20) Prescribed burns(22:52) Governor Newsom's help(24:30) Permanent shift at MRCA?(29:25) The importance of undergrounding(35:00) Water infrastructure and rate hikes(40:08) Rebuilds: what's working, what's not?(46:24) Malibu's appeal fetish(49:35) New City Manager(54:42) Malibu's fiscal troubles(1:06:05) Sewer thoughts

A historic week for Malibu with a unanimous council vote to create the Malibu Unified School District. Going behind the scenes with two of the most prolific champions, Wade Major and Karin Mihkels Al-Hardan to understand what it took and most importantly what it means for the future of Malibu.

We sit down with Bill Sampson and Jo Drummond, President and Board Member of the Malibu Township Council, to discuss "keeping Malibu Malibu", a rancorous Caltrans appeal, and a brand new attempt by City Council to restrict development.(00:00) Intro(04:35) What is the MTC?(08:55) How do you define Malibu?(12:40) Has Malibu changed?(16:40) Controlling "growth" when we're actually shrinking(18:40) Status of Short Term Rentals(20:40) STRs or Hotels? You choose(24:15) How does the MTC operate?(28:15) The Caltrans appeal(33:20) Regrets?(38:45) Scheduling shenanigans at City Hall(39:58) An activist council's latest plot: killing beachfront development(48:11) How big is too big?(51:45) - Misperceptions about MTC?(1:01:05) The Future of MTC

Unpacking the CalTrans, PCH Safety saga, as it unfolded in the recent Council Meeting. Zone Zero - what's the deal? Rebuilders must do these...And the incredible work Malibu's Community Brigade is doing to keep us safe in a disaster.

Join us as discuss the state of the post-fire real estate market in Malibu with real estate agent, public safety commissioner, and longtime resident Josh Spiegel.#malibu #rebuildandchill #palisadesfire #malibustrong (00:00) Intro(01:40) Rebuilds from an outsider's perspective(03:00) Importance of a City Manager(05:22) Malibu's opposing ideologies(09:30) The community brigade(14:40) Real estate changes to come(18:15) Active lot listings(23:05) Malibu issues for developers(28:15) Historical Sales in Malibu vs now(29:30) More permits, then what happens?(35:50) A glut of new housing?(38:30) The effects of shutting down PCH(41:10) Top priorities for Malibu going forward

The Rebuild and Chill crew discusses slow but steady permit progress, the hard work being done by city staff, and the obstacles still standing in everyone's way.(00:00) Revisiting the start of the fire(03:00) Delayed progress(08:15) Archistar controversy(11:00) Some architects happy with a flawed system?(18:55) Disconnect w/ city council(22:15) Implementing a digital portal(29:30) Council thinks all is well?(37:00) Efficiencies help residents AND staff(40:00) Leadership issues(49:00) Numbers games

Devastating life loss, a town destroyed, politics taking precedence resulting in a botched recovery. A conversation with Joe Pluta, founder of the West Maui Improvement Foundation as a force for good and hope for all of Lahaina.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Santa Rosa Councilmember and one of the chief architects of the Tubbs Fire rebuild Jeff Okrepkie, as we discuss a culture of "getting to yes" and the successes and mistakes made along the way recovering from a devastating wildfire event. Hear directly from the source on what a successful recovery looks like.#rebuildandchill #malibu #malibustrong #palisadesfire-----------------------------(00:00) Intro(02:50) Night of the Tubbs Fire(07:45) Limited firefighting resources(09:00) Extent of the damage(11:10) Response from the city(13:50) Permit approval timelines(15:45) A culture of "Get to Yes"(21:00) Santa Rosa's city task force(25:05) Accelerated recovery(28:00) A committed council(35:35) Fountaingrove - different circumstances(43:40) A wave of rebuilding in first year(51:30) A changed community(53:50) Learning curves

A chaotic week on the rebuild scene as Malibu city management undermines its Rebuild Ambassador. Join us as we break down the drama, the personalities and egos behind it, and what could possibly come next as Malibu continues its Palisades Fire rebuild at a pitiful pace.(00:00) Intro(01:05) An abrupt end to Abe's tenure(08:55) What led to this?(14:30) Staffing and Excuses(20:55) Protecting staff(24:10) Attacking Abe(32:15) Zone Captains step in(38:40) Press Releases and the Abe "experiment"(39:55) What's next? (44:22) Motivating Fire Survivors to Rebuild

Join us and guests Michel Shane and Kevin Keegan as we discuss a ferry service to Malibu dubbed "The Blue Highway" as well as current rebuild updates from the City of Malibu.(00:00) Intro(00:45) Origin of the Blue Highway idea(04:40) Historical Precedent for a Ferry in Malibu(17:40) Potential opposition to the idea(35:50) Technology and the passenger experience(39:55) Rebuild updates from the City of Malibu(41:20) Connecting with the City of LA(49:50) Final thoughts on the Blue Highway-----Pier to Pier: Ferry Ridership Surveyhttps://piertopier.org/CNN Video on The Blue Highwayhttps://edition.cnn.com/2025/08/01/us/video/pacific-coast-highway-ferry-elam-digvidThe Los Angeles Times article on The Blue Highwayhttps://www.latimes.com/california/newsletter/2025-09-03/essential-california-santa-monica-malibu-ferryKevin Keeganhttps://www.thekevinkeegan.com/Michel Shanehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michel_ShanePatricia Keeney Maischosshttps://malibucolonypartners.com/who-we-are/

Join us as we discuss the week's events in Malibu. Was it two steps forward, one step back? Also, a recap of last week's conversation with the team at Zuru and their big bet on the future of Malibu.---------------(00:00) - Intro(00:25) - Monday meeting and headway with the city(04:00) - Connecting w/ the city of LA(18:20) - Closed session ad hoc meeting on coastal engineering(19:45) - The perils of seawalls(25:30) - Debrief on conversation w/ Team Zuru#malibu #malibustrong #rebuild #rebuildandchill #palisadesfire

Making Waves in Malibu: A Deep Dive with ZURU on Their Bold $200M Bet to Reinvent Construction on the Coast!

Join the Rebuild and Chill crew as we cover the latest at the city: hirings and firings, unloved speeches, and combative policy debates.Show notes:(0:20) City Manager: Here today, gone tomorrow(7:45) Abe's first address to Council(19:32) Plan check blues(26:00) Where does Council stand now?(33:55) Encouraging rebuilds(36:14) Wave uprush debate

Is Malibu's 'complicated by design' permitting process haunting rebuilders? Analyzing the weak rebuild numbers. Are the Governor's orders being flouted or followed? What more can be done or should we accept that Malibu has changed forever.

Join an engaging conversation with Dr. Ben Coorey, visionary founder of Archistar, driving the AI-powered permit revolution. Explore how AI accelerates rebuilding, the evolving roles of architects, designers, and planners, and much more.

This week we cover the big news out of the city, including the first building permit being issued, developer interest on the beaches, and potential progress on a sewer line.#malibu #malibustrong #rebuild #rebuildandchill #palisadesfire (0:18) - First Building Permit issued in Malibu(4:30) - Buying frenzy on beach(8:55) - Sewer developments and effects on rebuilding(23:05) - Excessive corrections and delays in permitting(31:55) - Palisades vs Woolsey - What's changed?(37:10) - Get your fee waivers in!

Join us this week as we talk with Malibu city council member Haylynn Conrad about fire rebuilds, the complications of council government in crisis scenarios, and the future of Malibu.#malibu #malibustrong #rebuild #rebuildandchill #rebuildandchillpodcast #palisadesfire Timestamps:(02:58) - Haylynn's eventful first night as council member(06:59) - Hiring the new city manager(12:45) - Road ahead for new city manager(16:55) - Haylynn's op-ed in Malibu Times(22:45) - Fear at city hall(26:05) - Interpreting the building code(31:00) - Slowness of Malibu government(34:25) - Can the council meet more often?(40:28) - The risks to Malibu if rebuilds don't happen@aberoystory@luistenadesign@sp_mv@electricdannyland

Follow along with us as we chronicle the rocky (and sandy) process of rebuilding in the City of Malibu. In our first episode we break down the latest developments from the City, status of permits issued, and hopes for the immediate future.#malibu #malibustrong #rebuild #rebuildandchill #palisadesfire Timestamps:(01:55) - Discussion of 7/22 Malibu City Council meeting(16:00) - Why is Malibu processing so slowly?(28:50) - Fire Rebuilds in Malibu vs. LA(33:30) - How would you fix things?(44:00) - Final thoughts and Path Forward@aberoystory@luistenadesign@sp_mv@darrenhgraves@electricdannyland