Best Chocolate Drop Podcasts (2024)

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Rancho Palos Verdes finds a deeper landslide; Students sue UC Irvine over campus protest response; & Could wellness centers near schools help get students back to class? — The P.M. Edition 6:55

4m ago6:55

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Rancho Palos Verdes discovers a second, deeper landslide. We speak with reporter Makenna Sievertson. UC Irvine students sue over treatment for protesting the Gaza war on campus. We check in on new L.A. County wellness centers near schools. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…

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Ranchos Palos Verdes City Council takes emergency action on landslides, CA Mobile ID pilot program coming soon, UC students respond to anti-protest rules — The AM Edition 7:03

13m ago7:03

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Ranchos Palos Verdes City Council votes to expand emergency plans in response to rapidly shifting land in the peninsula. A mobile pilot program for storing your California ID on your phone launches for an initial 1.5 million people. LAist Higher Education Correspondent Adolfo Guzman-Lopez gets reactions from students on the new UC anti-protest rule…

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Orange County sues 2nd non-profit over missing funds; New report on Portuguese Bend landslide; Ballot measure asks voters to expand the LA County Board of Supes — The P.M. Edition 7:15

6m ago7:15

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Another nonprofit tied to OC Supervisor Andrew Do faces legal trouble. Rancho Palos Verdes says some areas are moving faster. Reporter Frank Stoltze breaks down the ballot measure to expand the LA County Board of Supervisors. 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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OC Supervisors request money from another non-profit, coastal housing bill pulled, UC system preemptively sets up guidelines on campus protests — The AM Edition 7:03

1d ago7:03

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The Orange County Board of Supervisors are requesting money back from the Hand to Hand Relief Organization, a non-profit connected to Supervisor Andrew Do. A California legislature bill for new housing on the coast is being pulled by its author. New UC rules on protesting announced ahead of the arrival of students on campus. Plus, more. Support The…

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UC bans encampments ahead of new school year; SoCal farmers make deal to use less water; & Blue super moon coming tonight — The P.M. Edition 7:12

11m ago7:12

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UC President Michael Drake announced updated policies for campus protests in the wake of last spring's protests against the war in Gaza. Farmers agree to get by with less water from the Colorado River. The moon will be a sight to behold tonight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…

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Winning Strategies from the Track to the Boardroom 14:02

6h ago14:02

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What if you could apply the winning strategies of elite athletes to your leadership style? Picture yourself leading not just with authority but with the precision and resilience of a champion. Sound good? Well, stick around, because I’m sharing six lessons from the world of sports that can help us lead ourselves and our teams to victory. Rest: Athl…

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CA cracks down on retail theft with new bills passed, Democratic National Convention begins today, Hello Kitty night at Dodger Stadium— The AM Edition 7:19

26m ago7:19

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California now has a package of new laws to combat "smash-and-grab" robberies. Some SoCal young people are jazzed for Harris-Walz ticket as the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago. It's Hello Kitty Night at Dodger Stadium and early bird fans will get a freebie. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by …

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Want some toilet cleaner with your chocolate? - A Wee Natter - Ep. 086 39:12

19m ago39:12

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Join us for A Wee Natter, the radio show about the not so important issues of the day. This week we kick off exploring those disappointing moments when things don't live up to their names. We follow up with Covers vs Originals which pits Wet Wet Wet against the Troggs. Which version of Love is All Around will play? You decide! Jenny then shares a s…

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Long Beach to begin encampment enforcement; Metro's student program reaches 400,000 members; Checking in on LA County's guaranteed income pilot — The Sunday Edition 10:17

13m ago10:17

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Long Beach reportedly plans to start sweeping encampments of unhoused people this week. More than 400,000 students have signed up to ride the L.A. Metro bus and rail system for free, according to the transit agency. And it’s now been one year since L.A. County’s guaranteed income program, Breathe, expanded to include former foster youth - we check …

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The latest on Supervisor Do's lawsuit; New water deal for Colorado River; LA City Council ends exceptions for no-stopping zones — The Saturday Edition 9:07

1d ago9:07

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We bring you the latest on the lawsuit against a nonprofit run by Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do's daughter. Farmers in the Imperial Valley of southern California, who use the most Colorado River water of anyone, have agreed this week to cut their water use significantly in a new deal struck with the federal government. Plus, more. Support The …

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How To Make Crullers With Jen Yee, Executive Pastry Chef At Wynn Las Vegas 41:05

2h ago41:05

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Jen Yee is the Executive Pastry Chef of Wynn Las Vegas, where she oversees the pastry program at more than 20 venues across two five-star resorts. In today’s episode, Jen chats with host Jessie Sheehan about what motivated her to take on this role plus her past work at renowned fine-dining restaurants, including one run by Gordon Ramsay. She also w…

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OC sues supervisor's daughter & nonprofit; New retail theft laws; Public beach access — The P.M. Edition 7:25

1h ago7:25

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Lawmakers respond after Orange County sues a nonprofit linked to Supervisor Andrew Do's daughter. Gov. Newsom signs retail theft bills. We check in with the California Coastal Commission about public access to the coast. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://la…

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OC Supes demand their money back from Viet America Society, five people charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death, where to find summery sips in LA — The A.M. Edition 7:08

7m ago7:08

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OC Supervisors want their money back from a non-profit that received $10.4 million in taxpayer dollars. Five people have been charged in connection with the death of Matthew Perry. This Food Friday we bring you some of the best spots in LA to refresh with cold drinks. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Being Green - 16 Aug 24 _ Countries mark World Elephant Day 6:41

3h ago6:41

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Countries around the world marked World Elephant Day on Monday, which aims to bring attention to the plight of the animals in Africa and Asia. On both continents, they are facing increasing threats, including an escalation in poaching, habitat loss, and human-elephant conflict. The Worldwide Fund for Nature says there are only about 415,000 African…

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Long Beach will use Supreme Court ruling to clear encampments; Arrests in connection with Matthew Perry's death; & LA County is educating teachers on how to define child neglect— The P.M. Edition 7:49

40m ago7:49

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Long Beach says it will ticket unhoused people for sleeping in public. Five people charged in connection with the death of Matthew Perry. Reporter Elly Yu on a recent law narrowing the definition of child neglect. Plus, more. 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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Changes to LA County child abuse reporting, OC officials request audit on Viet America Society, Covid-19 is now endemic— The A.M. Edition 7:20

17m ago7:20

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The way LA County teachers report suspected child abuse could change. Some Orange County supervisors want to know what happened to millions of dollars directed to a non-profit. And Covid-19 is now endemic, but it's the variants that have experts concerned. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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OC Supervisors demand investigation into missing funds; Catholic Church says it will build housing in LA; & How parents can navigate a new school year— The P.M. Edition 7:42

9m ago7:42

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Orange County leaders ask prosecutors to look into how millions of taxpayer dollars were spent. The archdiocese announces plans to build affordable housing in L.A. We speak with reporter Mariana Dale on how parents can engage with their kids' education. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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LA's archdiocese offers housing for SoCal residents, 1986 South Pasadena cold case solved, trailblazing Latino lawmaker Richard Alatorre dies— The A.M. Edition 5:46

19m ago5:46

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LA's archdiocese answers the call to offer up more housing in SoCal. There's been a breakthrough in the1986 murder of Cathy Small. And Latino leaders remember Richard Alatorre who died Tuesday. Plus more. 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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Newsom threatens to cut funds over homeless encampments; CA’s insurance crisis may soon hit renters; Newport Harbor’s history— The P.M. Edition 7:43

18m ago7:43

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Local leaders are reacting to Newsom’s threat to cut funding if they don’t clear homeless encampments. Frank Stoltze joins us with details. Some landlords are raising rents because of increased insurance costs. Newport Harbor’s swampy beginnings. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Su…

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4.4 earthquake rattles SoCal, LA Mayor Karen Bass back home after Paris Olympics, new dinosaur makes debut at LA Natural History Museum — The A.M. Edition 5:36

17m ago5:36

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SoCal gets shaken up by a 4.4. magnitude earthquake. LA Mayor Karen Bass is back in LA after her time at the Paris Olympics. A very special dinosaur will finally debut at its new home in LA County’s Natural History Museum this fall. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show:…

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4.4 earthquake shakes LA; Back-to-school day for LAUSD; $1 tickets at the Hollywood Bowl — The P.M. Edition 6:55

10h ago6:55

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A 4.4 magnitude earthquake shook L.A. Science reporter Jacob Margolis tells us how to prepare for the next one. It's back to school for LAUSD, and we have tips for parents with nervous kids. How to enjoy the Hollywood Bowl for just $1. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the s…

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Real Leaders Don't Need a Title - The Power of Humility in Leadership 24:38

18h ago24:38

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Have you ever wondered what sets truly great leaders apart from the rest? Is it their charisma, their decision-making skills, or perhaps their vision? According to Chris Smith, an expert in leadership and aviation counselling, it’s something much simpler yet profoundly impactful: humility. Recently I was lucky enough to sit down with Chris, and he …

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Olympic flag on its way to LA, LAUSD back in school, Park fire produces fire tornados— The AM Edition 6:41

21h ago6:41

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As the Olympic flag makes its way to LA, Mayor Karen bass announces plans for 'no car' Olympics in 2028. Today is the first day of school for LAUSD students -- how you as a parent can get involved this school year. And scientists say the Park fire in northern California is creating a strange natural phenomenon, fire tornados. Plus more. Support The…

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Episode #534: The Console Wars 2:19:59

1d ago2:19:59

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On this episode of Grindcast, Will and Matt get cozy in the studio and discuss a bunch of topics before diving into current video game news. They then end the show by having a nostalgic trip to the past and discussing the Console War between NINTENDO and SEGA!By Grindcast

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Bakewell Tart Day: The Obvious Question You Didn’t Ask 🍰 - A Wee Natter - Ep. 085 33:36

9d ago33:36

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Join us for A Wee Natter, the radio show about the not so important issues of the day. This week we kick off by asking the obvious question on National Bakewell Tart Day. You get in touch with your things you learned way too late in life and we learn the harsh reality of what Goldeneye on the Nintendo 64 is really like nowadays. In celebration of a…

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"no car games" coming in 2028; Newsom visits LA encampments; SoCal schools head back to the classroom this week — The Sunday Edition 6:55

2d ago6:55

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In Paris, Mayor Karen Bass announced plans for a "no car games" in 2028, making venues accessible only by public transportation. Governor Newsom cleared encampments in LA last week and promised to withhold funding to cities who refuse to implement his executive order. Plus, more. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Firefighters severely understaffed during peak fire season; foster youth financial aid program expands; Michelin award winners in LA and OC — The Saturday Edition 6:11

3d ago6:11

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Fire fighters often face 16 hours work days during the peak fire season, but relief is unlikely to come soon. Lucy Jaffee reports on thousands of foster youth in LA County who will soon receive financial help as they age out of the system. And previewing the latest Michelin award winners in Los Angeles and Orange County. Plus, more. Support The L.A…

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Smitten Kitchen’s Deb Perelman On Making Icebox Cakes 53:04

3d ago53:04

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Smitten Kitchen creator Deb Perelman is back on She’s My Cherry Pie! This time, the beloved blogger and recipe developer chats with host Jessie Sheehan all about icebox cakes, the no-bake dessert perfect for summertime. They walk through Deb’s recipes, from the classic chocolate cookies and cream to peanut butter and strawberry graham versions. Cli…

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Internet providers have not committed to low-cost options after 2024; LA adds hundreds of speed humps; & CA mushroom chocolates recalled — The P.M. Edition 7:01

11d ago7:01

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Millions of Californians depend on access to low cost internet, but its future is uncertain. We speak with reporter Nereida Moreno. L.A. implements new street safety measures ahead of the school year. A locally made mushroom chocolate has made people sick. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…

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Internet prices could rise for millions of low-income households, why spiders can be helpful not just scary, a scorching hot July broke a record in California— The A.M. Edition 6:38

4d ago6:38

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Millions of low-income households could see higher internet bills next year. Just how scorching hot was July? Hot enough to break a record for California. Spiders might be scary but experts say they might be helpful around the house. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show…

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Being Green - 09 Aug 24 _Marion Island: Escalation of house mice attacks on seabirds 6:56

4d ago6:56

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South Africa’s Marion Island is being overrun by more than a million house mice. And as the growing population runs out of their normal food, they’re increasingly turning to the island’s seabirds as an alternative source of nourishment. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to Dr Anton Wolfaardt of Mouse-Free Marion about its p…

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Federal policy that kept unhoused LA veterans from housing endsp; Fraud investigation into Inside Safe service provider; & Where in SoCal to see the Perseid meteor shower— The P.M. Edition 7:34

4d ago7:34

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How a change in federal policy removes barriers for disabled veterans to get housing. The latest in on ongoing fraud investigation into an L.A. homeless service provider. How to see this weekend's Perseid meteor shower. It'll be the best one of the year. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist…

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Fraud investigation launched into homeless service provider for LA's Inside Safe program, former LA county supervisor vindicated, Culver City Olympian receives gold medal years later— The A.M. Edition 6:01

5d ago6:01

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A fraud investigation looks into a homeless service provider for LA's inside safe program. A former L-A county supervisor has been vindicated in a state investigation. And a Culver City resident will finally get her Olympic gold medal 12 years later. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…

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LA city considers giving renters facing eviction lawyers; Why you might not have felt that Bakersfield earthquake; & Rancho Palos Verdes landslide threatens dozens of homes— The P.M. Edition 7:31

6d ago7:31

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L.A. City Council debates giving tenants legal representation — with a caveat. Why last night's earthquake near Bakersfield was felt in some far-flung places and not others. Reporter Yusra Farzan on the homes under threat in Rancho Palos Verdes. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…

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A 5.2 earthquake rattles Bakersfield and beyond, LA renters could get free attorneys but no right to counsel, Dodgers honor former teammate Billy Bean — The A.M. Edition 6:35

7d ago6:35

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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Southern California last night. An LA city council committee will vote on a plan to provide renters facing eviction free attorneys. The Dodgers honor former teammate Billy Bean who died Tuesday. He was the second MLB player to come out as gay. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by …

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Mapping LA's heatwave; CA bill takes aim at library book bans; & How Black Californians fought for beach access — The P.M. Edition 7:35

8d ago7:35

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UCLA researchers are mapping the neighborhoods most impacted by extreme temperatures. A California bill wants to outlaw library review committees. The California African American Museum has a new exhibit “Black California Dreamin". Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show:…

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Wildfire breaks out in San Bernardino as heatwave continues, prescription drug prices at all-time high, LA and OC chefs take home Michelin Awards— The A.M. Edition 6:45

7d ago6:45

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Another wildfire in Southern California erupted Monday afternoon, destroying several homes and forcing residents to evacuate. Prescription drug prices are at an all-time high but California is trying to help lower prices. Winner winner chicken dinner! Several LA and Orange county chefs won big last night after attending the Michelin awards for Cali…

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Another heatwave hits SoCal, Hollywood gender equity numbers disappoint, & MacArthur Park is likely being rejoined, but why was it split in the first place?— The P.M. Edition 7:17

10d ago7:17

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Southern California endures another heatwave. We speak with L.A.'s chief heat officer Marta Segura. Disappointing numbers for Hollywood's gender diversity. A history lesson on MacArthur Park. Plus, more. 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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Embracing the Awkward - Navigating FFT's with Courage 15:45

8d ago15:45

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When was the last time you did something for the first time? You probably felt awkward and uncomfortable and perhaps anxiety started creeping in about what people might think. What if you fail? It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s something we all face. Brené Brown calls these moments FFTs, which stands for "Fucking First Times" and I couldn’t think of a …

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Report says women in film is lacking, rejoining LA's MacArthur Park, Latino theater opens in Norwalk— The AM Edition 6:27

8d ago6:27

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We have the latest diversity report from Hollywood, and it's not looking good for representation by women. The two halves of LA's MacArthur Park will soon be rejoined. We look at why it was separated in the first place. And a movie theater in Norwalk is the newest cultural hub for the predominantly Latino community. Pus more. Support The L.A. Repor…

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Olympic Pub Games? Gold Medal for Beer Mats?! 🏅🍺 - A Wee Natter - Ep. 084 43:00

9d ago43:00

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Join us for A Wee Natter, the radio show about the not so important issues of the day. This week we kick off with what turns out to NOT be a solution to the rioting in the streets of Britain. We then move swiftly on to your letters about the things that disappeared but we didn't notice. Turns out one of you really wants to be a town crier! Marc the…

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Heat wave through Tuesday; Burrowing owl clears hurdle for protections; LA Angels' Ben Joyce throws fastest pitch this season — The Sunday Edition 8:57

9d ago8:57

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There'll be high temperatures and elevated fire risk through Tuesday while larger fires continue to burn across the state. Populations of the western burrowing owl have been threatened by development across the state, and the species is now one step closer to seeing state protections. LA Angels rookie and relief pitcher Ben Joyce threw the MLB seas…

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More on investigation into OC Supervisor Andrew Do; sea lions falling ill; Obon celebrated in San Fernando Valley — The Saturday Edition 11:08

10d ago11:08

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In Orange County, officials are demanding a Huntington Beach nonprofit refund more than 2 million dollars of taxpayer money. California sea lions have started to fall ill, and domoic acid may be to blame once again. And we go to the San Fernando Valley to celebrate the Japanese festival Obon. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist…

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Funfetti Cake & Plant-Based Baking With Coco Cake Land’s Lyndsay Sung 41:44

10d ago41:44

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Lyndsay Sung is the Vancouver-based baker behind the Coco Cake Land website and is known for her cute and modern buttercream creations. She is also the author of “Plantcakes: Fancy + Everyday Vegan Cakes for Everyone.” “I love making people feel included,” she tells host Jessie Sheehan. Lyndsay and Jessie chat about her Vegan Funfetti Cake with Swi…

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OC lawmakers demand millions be refunded; New rent hikes in SoCal; & UCLA returns cultural artifacts — The P.M. Edition 7:42

10d ago7:42

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We speak with LAist reporter Nick Gerda for an update on his reporting about nepotism in Orange County politics. New rent hikes allowed for renters, but there are exceptions. UCLA's Fowler Museum returned artifacts to an indigenous group in Australia. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Firefighters worry for residents in RPV, red flag warning and excessive heat this weekend, San Fernando Valley barbershop nears historic status—The A.M. Edition 5:49

14d ago5:49

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Firefighters are warning residents that the ongoing landslide in Rancho Palos Verdes could slow emergency response times. We're in for another scorching hot weekend. And a barbershop in the San Fernando Valley is one step away from becoming a historic-cultural landmark in L.A. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by …

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Being Green - 02 Aug 24 _First seal vaccinated for rabies in Cape Town 6:33

11d ago6:33

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Scientists and officials gathered in Cape Town last week to discuss what they know about the rabies outbreak in Cape Fur Seals and what to do about it. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to one of the delegates, Dr Tess Gridley, co-director of Sea Search, which is a collective of marine mammal scientists, who told her that s…

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Rancho Palos Verdes IDs dangerous homes; More heat and some rain for the weekend; & Riverside store turns trash into treasure— The P.M. Edition 7:44

12d ago7:44

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Rancho Palos Verdes is attempting to identify unsafe homes as land there slips more than a foot a week. We speak with LAist reporter Yusra Farzan. Heatwave and potential hail are in the weather forecast. We go to a unique second-hand store in Riverside. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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Cecil Hotel tenants speak out, landfills are the new thrift store in Riverside, a VR dive into the ocean—The A.M. Edition 6:18

15d ago6:18

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Tenants of the Cecil Hotel in downtown L.A. are plagued with pests and outbursts. Find dirt cheap deals at the Lamb Canyon landfill in Riverside. Take a virtual plunge underwater below one of Southern California's offshore oil platforms at the O.C. Fair. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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CA says water supply could drop due to climate change; LA County supervisor reform will be on the ballot; & Restaurants have more time to file for Al Fresco dining permits— The P.M. Edition 6:59

20d ago6:59

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California's water supply is forecast to diminish over the next 20 years. Voters will decide whether to expand the L.A. County Board of Supervisors in November. The city of L.A. is giving restaurants more time to make their al fresco dining set ups permanent. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://…

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