Visiting... with Huell Howser

Season 6

1998 · 23 episodes · 11h 33m in all

Episodes

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   1. Zamboni

   10 Jan 1998 · 27 min

   Huell learns about the specialized machines used to clean the ice at skating rinks. He meets the son of the inventor, tours the local California factory where they are built, and finishes the day watching a Zamboni clear the ice at an Anaheim Mighty Ducks hockey game.

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   2. Santa Monica Seafood

   12 Jan 1998 · 28 min

   Huell visits the Santa Monica Seafood Company, a landmark family-owned and operated institution that has supplied fresh catch to the coastal community for over 50 years.

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   3. Metrolink

   24 Jan 1998 · 28 min

   Spurred by a chance encounter with a commuter in a camera shop, Huell hops aboard a Metrolink commuter train. He and cameraman Luis Fuerte ride the rails from Montclair to downtown Los Angeles, interviewing everyday passengers along the transit corridor.

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   4. 100 Year Old Lady

   11 Feb 1998 · 27 min

   Huell celebrates localized longevity by interviewing remarkable centenarians living in Southern California. The episode highlights their rich living memories, personal philosophies, and observations on how regional history and society have evolved over the span of a century.

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   5. Lincoln Tribute

   18 Feb 1998 · 28 min

   Huell attends an annual commemorative reading of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address held at a local veterans cemetery. This year’s tribute features a special public appearance and live reading by iconic actor Charlton Heston.

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   6. Episode 6

   Date TBA

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   7. Glass Garden

   4 Mar 1998 · 27 min

   Huell visits a beautifully eccentric, private outdoor residential property transformed entirely by glass folk art. The program documents the homeowner's meticulous process of crafting, recycling, and assembling colorful bottles and shards into a sprawling garden oasis.

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   8. Hidden Gems

   20 Mar 1998 · 27 min

   Huell takes a tour across Greater Los Angeles to seek out under-recognized architectural landmarks, unique local businesses, and neighborhood spots that often fly under the radar of everyday commuters.

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   9. Teardrop Trailers

   4 Apr 1998 · 28 min

   Huell spends the weekend at an outdoor gathering of vintage teardrop trailer enthusiasts. The episode examines the compact architecture, history, and custom DIY restoration work that goes into preserving these classic mid-century compact travel trailers.

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    10. Wind Farm

    15 Apr 1998 · 27 min

    Huell travels out to the desert near Palm Springs to take an electric cart tour of a massive wind energy facility. The segment explores the engineering, scale, and utility of the iconic regional windmills while detailing the history of wind power.

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    11. Harley Girls

    22 Apr 1998 · 27 min

    Huell hitches a ride with the "Harley Girls," a local club of women motorcycle enthusiasts out for a weekend cruise. He joins the pack for a scenic ride and drops in on a local lunch stop to meet other weekend highway riders.

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    12. Family Business

    8 May 1998 · 56 min

    Huell Howser showcases three prominent examples of generational, family-run companies thriving in Southern California. The episode features behind-the-scenes looks at the operations of Broguiere's Farm Fresh Dairy, Apffels Fine Coffees, and the strawberry harvests at Otsuka Farms.

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    13. Hidden Garden

    16 May 1998 · 27 min

    Huell journeys out to the high desert near Twentynine Palms to receive a private tour of a unique desert botanical oasis. Guided by local resident Ray Hartzell, the episode explores the sprawling "Hidden Garden" property to witness how regional flora thrives in the arid climate.

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    14. Tacos Clarita

    1 Jun 1998 · 29 min

    Huell heads to East Los Angeles for a neighborhood culinary tour centered around Tacos Clarita. The program spotlights the popular local gathering spot, samples their traditional street tacos, and highlights the history of the neighborhood business.

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    15. Spring Burn

    9 Jun 1998 · 28 min

    Huell embeds with the Los Angeles Fire Department during a live seasonal training exercise. He observes the precision teamwork, brush-clearing tactics, and controlled back-fires required to protect the region's hillsides from wild brushfires.

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    20. Tofu

    7 Jul 1998 · 28 min

    Huell travels to the annual Los Angeles Tofu Festival to learn about the versatile uses of the soybean. He samples a massive assortment of innovative culinary treats and explores the food item's long historical and cultural roots.

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    21. Joshua Tree Special

    13 Jul 1998 · 57 min

    In this expanded, one-hour season special, Huell tours the diverse ecosystems of Joshua Tree National Park. He profiles the vital work of park conservation volunteers tracking native desert tortoises, desert bighorn sheep, and local bat populations.

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    22. Hot Dog on a Stick

    26 Jul 1998 · 28 min

    Huell visits the original, historic Hot Dog on a Stick beachside stand, which first opened near the Santa Monica Pier and Muscle Beach in 1946. He explores the company's long California tradition and interviews ownership about its multi-generational legacy.

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    23. Reunions

    8 Aug 1998 · 56 min

    In this special, expanded episode, Huell highlights two prominent families with deep roots in Southern California history. The segment profiles the Watson family, whose nine siblings left an indelible mark across the early Hollywood film industry, and the legacy of the Robinson family.

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    24. Malibu Beach

    3 Sept 1998 · 28 min

    Huell walks the sands of Surfrider Beach in Malibu to spend the afternoon with a full-time, year-round lifeguard. The episode examines the daily duties, off-season realities, and specialized beach lifestyle of professional coastal safety teams.

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    25. Biltmore Hotel

    4 Oct 1998 · 26 min

    Huell takes an architectural and historical tour of downtown Los Angeles' magnificent Millennium Biltmore Hotel, a landmark destination that has hosted global celebrities and American presidents since its 1923 opening. Following the tour, Huell attends a gala re-creating the hotel's original opening night.

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    26. UCLA Film Archive

    23 Jun 1999 · 28 min

    Huell spends the day on the sprawling campus of UCLA to secure an exclusive tour deep inside the vaults of the UCLA Film & Television Archive. He reviews the meticulous preservation process and showcases rare, historic celluloid gems hidden away in the massive national repository.

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    27. Bangledesh

    15 Nov 1998 · 28 min

    Huell explores the culture and culinary footprint of the large Bangladeshi community residing in Los Angeles. The episode centers on a visit to Jafran, a neighborhood restaurant that serves as a vital community hub for authentic food, gathering, and sharing media.