LA Riots, 30 years later, a conversation with Dad

This is a very special episode of SWV, featuring my Dad, Billy Bell. The Los Angeles riots were a series of race riots that occurred in the city of Los Angeles in 1992. The riots began on April 29, 1992, and lasted for six days, causing $1 billion in property damage. The riots were triggered by the acquittal of four police officers who had been videotaped beating Rodney King following his arrest on suspicion of drunk driving.

The Los Angeles Riots sparked a racial divide that still exists today. It is still one of the most important events in modern American history and has influenced many other social movements, such as Black Lives Matter.

The LA Riots are often referred to as one of the most destructive civil disturbances in U.S history, which led to over 50 deaths and more than 2,000 injuries. Join me as we recap the aftermath of these riots.

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During this episode, you will learn about;

[02:10] Meet our today’s guest, Billy Bell

[03:05] A bit about how Bell Shell came to being

[05:37] Recalling the Video footage of the 1992 Los Angeles Race Riots

[07:22] Events and reactions in the weeks of riot

[09:56] Unequal treatment between Asian owned businesses vs. Asian owned businesses

[11:26] Keeping his family safe and secure

[13:11] Aftermath of the riots

[17:00] More nuggets from Lisha’s father

[17:40] Thank you, dad!

[19:50] Ending the show