Adam Carolla’s Neighborhood Burned Down & Rebuilding Might Be Worse | #477 | The Way I Heard It

Adam Carolla watched his neighborhood burn. Then he watched something else burn even slower—the system that’s supposed to rebuild it. In this clip, Adam walks me through what it’s actually like to lose everything around you—and then try to navigate the maze of permits, regulations, and “safety” regulations that follow. We’re not talking about a few forms and a building inspector. We’re talking about foundations that cost millions before you even pick up a hammer—months or years of waiting—and a process so complicated even the people who can afford to rebuild might not bother. Adam is not guessing. He’s a contractor and knows how this works. And according to him, what used to be straightforward has become something closer to impossible. This isn’t just about Malibu. It’s about what happens when good intentions turn into gridlock…and when rebuilding anything—homes, cities, common sense—starts to feel like a lost art. Watch the full conversation with Adam: https://bit.ly/TWIHI477AdamCarolla My foundation is awarding millions of dollars in work ethic scholarships to men and women willing to learn a skilled trade. Apply now at: https://bit.ly/mrwscholarships #podcast #california #fire If you like me, and even if you don't, subscribe to my channels and follow me. Much obliged. https://www.youtube.com/@therealmikerowe https://www.youtube.com/@therealmikeroweshorts https://www.youtube.com/@PYSKshow http://instagram.com/mikerowe http://facebook.com/TheRealMikeRowe https://twitter.com/mikeroweworks 00:00 Escaping the fires 04:44 The challenges with rebuilding ️ ️ 08:18 How California is handing out permits ️ 12:25 The one house that is being rebuilt ️ 16:50 Adam’s fascination with construction