Did you know that one Los Angeles County department quietly impacts nearly everything you eat, buy, and use — yet most people have never heard of it?In Episode Six, we sit down with Kurt Floren, Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights & Measures, to uncover why his team calls themselves “The Biggest Little Department in the County.”🔍Why you should listen:• 🌱 Learn how the department safeguards the food we grow and consume.• ⚖️ Discover how every scale, gas pump, and measuring device you use is kept fair and accurate.• 🐝 Hear surprising stories, from coyotes to ensuring honest commerce.Kurt’s story reveals just how much this small-but-mighty department touches our daily lives.Host: Rodney CollinsProducers: Ramla Javed, Flavio Guzman Magaña, Tina CurryEditor: Alban KalasaGuest: Kurt FlorenLive From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all.From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose.The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

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