Best American Private Investigator Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 8 - PART 2 - WHO KILLED JONBENET RAMSEY (3/4) 16:29

1h ago16:29

16:29

In the last part of Chapter 6, we'll take a look at questions surrounding semi-digested pineapple found in JonBenét's small intestine, and we'll explore the relationship between JonBenét and her older brother, Burke. We'll also discuss the rift between the police and the Boulder DA regarding whether the killer was a member of the household or an in…

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LA City Council Ethics Reform Advances, Chinatown Tenants To Get $15M In Rental Aid, & Free WiFi In Huntington Park — The P.M. Edition 7:19

31m ago7:19

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The L.A. City Council approves ethics reforms, which requires voter approval. L.A. passes a $15 million deal to subsidize rents for Chinatown's Hillside Villa Apartment tenants despite push back. Huntington Park rolls out free WiFi in public spaces. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…

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2145 FBF: Housing Starts, Equity Stripping & The Birthplace of Capitalism with Dr. Nima Sanandaji 42:24

6h ago42:24

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1028 published last July 18, 2018. Jason Hartman starts today's episode from Naples, discussing how, despite what you may think, the demise of America is greatly overstated when you start asking the question "Compared to what?". He also brings a morsel of hope to real estate investors, as housing inventory is s…

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Anti-Nepotism Bill Moves Forward, Bus Tour Shows Black Expectant Parents Options For Care & A Native Plants Showcase — The A.M. Edition 7:25

15m ago7:25

7:25

Anti-nepotism bill sparked by LAist investigation moves forward in state senate. Black maternal mortality rate inspires new tour of hospitals. Morning Edition Host Susanne Whatley seeks advice from local landscaper in a garden of native plants. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show…

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An Investigative Journalist Is Rocked By the ‘Inconceivable Truth’ Of His Own Identity 46:47

8m ago46:47

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In this episode, we share the first part of the new podcast series Inconceivable Truth. It’s hosted by WNYC reporter Matt Katz, who has been searching for his biological father since he was a little kid. But it wasn’t until Matt was in his 40s that he realized he was on the wrong journey altogether. The true story is wrapped in confusion and secrec…

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Part Of Topanga Canyon Closed Until Fall, City Workers' Pay Raises Approved, & Black Maternal Health Week — The P.M. Edition 7:26

15h ago7:26

7:26

Caltrans says Topanga Canyon Boulevard will be closed all summer long. Pay raises are coming for L.A. city workers. In LA County, Black pregnant people face worse outcomes. A guide on how to have a healthy pregnancy. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.…

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04/18/24 Think twice who you vote for when it comes to your healthcare. 59:13

11h ago59:13

59:13

With Dr. Hal ScherzBy Dr. Hal Scherz

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A Brief History of the Future: Making the World A Better Place 49:51

4h ago49:51

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Climate change, terrorism, social inequality and poverty, wars between nations, and injustice. Things do not look too good for the world today, and there seems to be little to no hope for the future. A Brief History of the Future, a new docu-series on PBS, challenges this pessimistic outlook. Directed by Andrew Morgan and presented by Ari Wallach, …

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What's Next For Tenants Of Chinatown's Hillside Villa? CA Sets Historic Limit On Water Contaminant & A Motorsports First In Long Beach — The A.M. Edition 6:35

9h ago6:35

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LA leaders to vote on a deal to subsidize rents for people living in a Chinatown apartment complex. CA sets a first-in-the-nation water standard for a contaminant linked to cancer. Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame to induct its first woman driver. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support th…

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Andrew Do's Daughter Comments on OC Controversy, CA Declines To Charge LAPD Officer, & LAX People Mover Delayed — The P.M. Edition 7:53

21h ago7:53

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Rhiannon Do says she had a limited role in the nonprofit that handled millions of taxpayer dollars. No criminal charges against the officer who fired inside a Burlington store and killed a teen in 2021. LAX 'people mover' won't be ready until late next year. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://l…

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CD290: Israel War Money: What’s Already Law 1:10:44

22h ago1:10:44

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After an unprecedented embassy bombing followed by an unprecedented drone and missile attack, Israel and Iran may have us on the brink of WWIII. In this episode, as Congress and the Biden administration ponder additional support for Israel, we take a look at what has already been approved for Israel in the 2024 defense authorization and funding law…

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2144: Behind the Numbers: Insights from Institutional Players on Real Estate Trends with Lance Lambert Part 2 35:43

1d ago35:43

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Jason Hartman reflects on the three types of people in life: those who make things happen, those who watch things happen, and those who wonder what happened. Drawing on personal experiences, he emphasizes the importance of taking action and overcoming self-doubt to achieve success. Additionally, Hartman shares an intriguing chart illustrating the c…

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Disneyland Expansion Gets Preliminary Approval, San Gabriel Council Votes To Cancel Its DEI Commission & The Lakers Secure Playoff Spot — The A.M. Edition 6:35

1d ago6:35

6:35

Anaheim leaders give unanimous approval to Disneyland's expansion plan. San Gabriel council nixes a DEI-related commission. The Lakers are heading to the playoffs, after achieving victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 7 38:10

1d ago38:10

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Part 7: Adolfo learns about the dangers of Santa Barbara’s bluffs and gets a second opinion on Oscar’s death report. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions about fatal injuries and suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers services to talk to a skilled counselor. If you are feeling distressed and need to talk to a counsel…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 8 42:56

1d ago42:56

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Part 8: Adolfo finds new information about the night Oscar died, and has to have a difficult conversation about what really happened to Oscar. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe t…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 7 38:24

1d ago38:24

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Part 7: Adolfo learns about the dangers of Santa Barbara’s bluffs and gets a second opinion on Oscar’s death report. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions about fatal injuries and suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers services to talk to a skilled counselor. If you are feeling distressed and need to talk to a counsel…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 8 43:10

1d ago43:10

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Part 8: Adolfo finds new information about the night Oscar died, and has to have a difficult conversation about what really happened to Oscar. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe t…

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Judge: LA Mishandled Evidence in Homelessness Lawsuit, LA County Launches Apartment Inspections, & Anaheim Considers Disneyland Expansion — The P.M. Edition 7:28

2d ago7:28

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A federal judge has found that the city of L.A. mishandled evidence in a major homelessness lawsuit. A new program now requires apartment inspections in some parts of L.A. County. Anaheim City Council to consider a Disneyland expansion. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the …

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LA Mayor Announces New Housing Campaign, San Gabriel Council Considers Shutting Down DEI Commission & NASA Seeks Overhaul Of Mars Sample Project — The A.M. Edition 7:10

2d ago7:10

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Mayor Karen Bass talks homelessness and city budget in state of the city address. San Gabriel considers dropping equity panel after rejecting LGBTQ safe space program. NASA seeks to speed up and lessen the cost of its planned Mars Sample Return Project. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support…

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CA Sues Huntington Beach Over Voting Rights, Mayor Bass To Deliver "State of the City," Parenting Without Computer Skills — The P.M. Edition 7:10

3d ago7:10

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California is suing the city of Huntington Beach over a law that requires an ID to cast a ballot, starting in 2026. Mayor Karen Bass delivers her state of the city address. We speak with some moms in L.A. who are learning how to use the computer. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Su…

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2143: Navigating the Tight Resale Market: Lance Lambert's Expert Analysis on Housing Supply Dynamics Part 1 36:53

3d ago36:53

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Jason sheds light on the shifting dynamics of commercial real estate, emphasizing the diminishing demand for traditional office and retail spaces due to remote work and online shopping trends. With insights on the retail apocalypse and industrial offshoring, the discussion highlights the enduring value of residential properties as an investment. Di…

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Amber Ruffin Talks ‘The Wiz’ Revival, Writing for ‘Late Night,’ and Representation in Comedy 50:34

3d ago50:34

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Amber Ruffin is a comedy phenom. She’s spent a decade writing and performing on “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” and hosted her own show, “The Amber Ruffin Show.” She’s a co-author of bestselling books with her sister Lacey Lamar, with whom she co-hosts a podcast, The Amber & Lacey, Lacey & Amber Show. The Emmy and Tony nominee is now focused on a ne…

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LA County Leaders To Vote On New Rental Inspections, 'Rust' Gun Supervisor Sentencing & There's A New Pup In Long Beach— The A.M. Edition 6:33

3d ago6:33

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The LA County Board of Supervisors is expected to vote on new inspections and enforcement for substandard rental housing. The person who handled weapons on "Rust" scheduled for sentencing. An orphaned sea otter pup has a new surrogate mom. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: htt…

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Confirmed Measles Case, Budget Impact Of City Pay Raises, Rent Subsidy For Hillside Villa— The Sunday Edition 10:59

4d ago10:59

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There is a confirmed case of measles in L.A. County, according to health officials. L.A. City workers are looking at a pay raise under a tentative agreement, but it's going to cost the city, according to a new fiscal report. Some tenants at the Hillside Villa Apartments could receive rent subsidies under a proposal from L.A. housing officials. Supp…

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Celebrating the art of doing nothing with Brian Francis, how the story of a reluctant private investigator came to be in Who By Fire, growing up off the grid in Dawn MacDonald's poetry collection, and ... 51:40

5d ago51:40

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Writer and columnist Brian Francis recommends three books to help you slow down and smell the roses, Greg Rhyno on writing his new mystery series, a glimpse at life in Yukon through the poetry collection Northerny, three mind-expanding science books, and more.

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New Metrolink Accident Sensors, SCOTUS Case On California Building Fees, California's Unknown Greenhouse Gas — The Saturday Edition 11:43

5d ago11:43

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Metrolink tries new ways to reduce pedestrian and car collisions. In a 9-0 ruling from the Supreme Court has made it harder for local governments to impose certain fees -- and a little easier for a builder to sue over such fees. South Los Angeles and Orange County are the biggest emitters of a lesser-known green house gas according to a new study. …

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Ep 7 - PART 2 - WHO KILLED JONBENET RAMSEY (2/4) 19:15

6d ago19:15

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Six hours after Patsy Ramsey called the Boulder police, JonBenét’s father, John, cried out from the basement of their home and emerged from the stairs carrying the corpse of his six-year-old daughter, launching one of the most notorious murder investigations of modern time. This post contains the last half of Chapter 5 and the beginning of Chapter …

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L.A. Expands RV Parking Bans, Mayor Bass Offers Help To 99 Cents Store Workers, & Calling More Parents To Teach Preschool — The P.M. Edition 7:05

6d ago7:05

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New restrictions will make it harder for unhoused people to park RVs overnight on LA streets. The City of Los Angeles is taking steps to help 99 Cents Only store workers find a job. L.A. County needs more pre-school teachers. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https…

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2142 FBF: Doing Capitalism in the Innovation Economy, Reconfiguring the Three-Player Game between Markets, Speculators & the State with Bill Janeway 37:06

6d ago37:06

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1025 published last July 11, 2018. Jason Hartman starts off the show from Croatia discussing the difference in investing when there are private companies involved versus when the government is involved. With private companies you know what you're going to get, they're going to follow supply & demand and try to …

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Wildlife Crossing Closures Coming For 101 Freeway, Rain Returns This Weekend & A Chapter Closes In Bald Eagle Saga — The A.M. Edition 6:24

6d ago6:24

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Lane closures on the 101 begin soon, for construction on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. Rain and cooler temperatures return to the Southland. Big Bear Valley's eagle couple no longer in sight, nor are the eggs. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Former Dodger Interpreter Charged With Stealing $16M, O.J. Simpson Remembered, & Reviving Classic Movie Theaters — The P.M. Edition 6:54

7d ago6:54

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Dodger superstar Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter faces federal bank fraud charges. A look at the complicated life of USC and NFL legend O.J. Simpson. And the push to revive vintage movie houses across SoCal, including Brain Dead Studios in Fairfax. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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04/11/24 How To Truly Reform Healthcare 1:00:00

8d ago1:00:00

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With Dr. Scott BarbourBy Dr. Scott Barbour

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Abortion Pill Costs For CSU and UC Students Vary, Metrolink Awarded Funding For Collision Prevention Pilot & Salmon Fishing Off CA Coast Banned Again — The A.M. Edition 6:43

7d ago6:43

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Why do abortion pill costs vary among CA's 33 public universities? Metrolink receives $1.3 million to test new technology aimed at preventing collisions. Salmon fishing off California's coast cancelled for the second year in a row. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://lai…

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Many in SoCal Can Expect Higher Water Bills, Auditor Picked to Assess LA Homelessness Spending, & New Delivery Charges — The P.M. Edition 7:30

8d ago7:30

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Southern Californians will see higher water bills next year despite record rainfall. A federal judge has chosen the auditor who'll look into L.A.'s spending on homelessness. UPS and FedEx add surcharges for deliveries to some zip codes. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the …

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2141: The Shrinking Middle Class: Wealth Gap Strategies in a Shifting Economy 31:35

8d ago31:35

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Jason examines the shifting dynamics of the U.S. economy, focusing on the contraction of the middle class and the widening wealth gap. While some portray the housing market with negativity, a closer look reveals a segment of the population making significant cash purchases. This trend underscores the importance of identifying and capitalizing on so…

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Judge Picks Auditor To Assess Homeless Services in LA , UCLA Program Welcomes Underserved Students & Insecticide Spraying Shuts Down Crystal Lake — The A.M. Edition 6:48

8d ago6:48

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A judge selects the firm that will audit LA's homeless services and spending. How a four-year university in LA is helping students at 2-year colleges make the leap. Camping at Crystal Lake in the San Gabriel Mountains suspended for spraying. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: h…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 6 33:02

9d ago33:02

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Part 6: Adolfo reckons with his own relationship to his past and the Chicano student movement. And he finds someone who may have clues about what happened the night Oscar died. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordo…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 5 45:39

9d ago45:39

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Part 5: Was Oscar going to leave the Chicano student movement? Adolfo discovers new information about Oscar’s last months. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journali…

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Imperfect Paradise presents The Forgotten Revolutionary Redux: Part 5 45:53

9d ago45:53

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Part 5: Was Oscar going to leave the Chicano student movement? Adolfo discovers new information about Oscar’s last months. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journali…

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