Best Open Door Studios Podcasts (2024)

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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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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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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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Election Anxiety. The Y’all-itics Guide to Staying Sane 39:28

2h ago39:28

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A new poll by the American Psychiatric Association found that 73% of American adults are anxious about the November election. Republicans. Democrats. Independents. Anxiety could care less about your political affiliation. In this episode of Y’all-itics, the President & CEO of The Center for Integrative Counseling and Psychology, Dr. Brad Schwall, j…

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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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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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Episode 343: Ask Tom Anything 7 1:13:14

6h ago1:13:14

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Episode 343 is the seventh edition of Ask Tom anything. Tom takes questions from the live audience, with topics that include Kevin Sullivan's passing, Roman Reigns' booking, and Bryan Danielson's All In match versus Swerve Strickland. Tom also talks some old school pro wrestling, covering The Road Warriors, The Varisty Club, and a lot more! Visit t…

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Cave Crew Radio The pump room

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#NewRelease The pump room. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhEQ87_l57sAn orchestra full of retards, a slow speed chase, the spaghetti incident, Sunday dinner disaster and Mike has a book.By kenkennedy1

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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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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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30: S1E24 - Tribute to writer Zack Estrin 18:13

1h ago18:13

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Zack Estrin was not just a beloved writer on Prison Break but across Hollywood. He sadly fell victim to cancer in 2022. This episode is a tribute to him. If you love all the behind-the-scenes Prison Break convo that Sarah & Paul are bringing weekly, then please give us a review and a follow! If you really love what we're throwing, subscribe to the …

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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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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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"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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INCREASINGLY, BATTERIES ARE KEEPING THE ELECTRICITY ON IN TEXAS 45:16

2d ago45:16

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More and more, Texans have wondered why 'the energy state' can't deliver reliable electricity. Renewable advocates say the solution could be batteries that store power from solar and wind. In this episode of Y’all-itics, Doug Lewin, founder of Stoic Energy, a clean energy consulting firm, discusses how batteries are increasingly propping up the gri…

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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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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

3d 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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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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1. Dan Cavicchia - AKA 'Casablanca' 41:41

5d ago41:41

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We were all pretty nervous while preparing for our first real guest interview until we jumped in. Dan was so enthusiastic for this project. Such a talented man and wide open to share his experiences. He tells his stories with generosity and courageous vulnerability, while also talking about some of the deepest parts of the queer experience: open re…

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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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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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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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Why Haley Voters for Harris Refuse to Cease and Desist (and what it means for Texas) 42:28

9d ago42:28

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They voted for Republican Nikki Haley, but they now back Democrat Kamala Harris. And Haley isn’t happy about it, sending a cease and desist order. But this group of voters refuses to stop and by Labor Day, they expect to be a “substantial force” financially. And the Director of “Haley Voters for Harris” says his group could easily swing the electio…

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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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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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Cave Crew Radio douche stash

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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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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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Episode 342: WWE SummerSlam, AEW, & New Japan News 1:00:22

18d ago1:00:22

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Episode 342 sees Tom previewing WWE SummerSlam, with look at the match card, as well as predictions. Then it's on to AEW news, including the recent meeeting between Tony Khan and Shane McMahon, plust a discussion of the heel and face dynamic in the company, and a lot more! Visit the Boink Studios Website Follow Tom Clark at the links below: Twitter…

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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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29: S1E23 - Season 1 Wrap-Up with Prison Break creator Paul Scheuring 36:17

12d ago36:17

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There can be no bigger guest than this! PRISON BREAK creator Paul Scheuring!!! Paul, Sarah and Paul talk all things PRISON BREAK, dive deep into the origins of the show and all of Season 1!!! This is a biggie, folks!!! If you love all the behind-the-scenes Prison Break convo that Sarah & Paul are bringing weekly, then please give us a review and a …

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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

12d 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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LA could lose grant to help people get online, latest update on the Nixon Fire, Missy Elliot song goes to space —The A.M. Edition 6:54

13d ago6:54

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Los Angeles could get shut out of federal grant funding that is supposed to get more people online. We have the latest update on the Nixon Fire burning in southeastern Riverside County. How Missy Elliot's song "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" made it to Venus. Plus more. Support The LA Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Study ties wildfire smoke exposure to dementia, CA program to aid child immigrants may soon end, 2024 Rose Bowl brought millions to LA— The P.M. Edition 7:18

14d ago7:18

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Wildfire smoke exposure could increase risk of dementia, according to a major study. A state program for unaccompanied child immigrants could lose funding in September. Last year's Rose Bowl & parade made nearly $250 million for L.A.. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the sh…

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Dementia risk linked to wildfires in new study, SoCal gas cuts service to more than 100 homes, LA County's response to Grants Pass decision —The A.M. Edition 6:38

14d ago6:38

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Wildfire smoke is bad for your health, but today, what scientists are saying it does to your brain's health. SoCal Gas is cutting off service to more than 100 homes in a part of Rancho Palos Verdes -- how homeowners are coping with no gas. What L.A. County plans to do in response to a monumental Supreme Court ruling on the rights of the unhoused to…

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SoCal Gas shuts services to 135 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes, 4.9 magnitude earthquake hits Barstow, Covered California insurance rates going up in 2025— The P.M. Edition 7:43

14d ago7:43

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Extreme land movement has forced gas utility shut offs in Rancho Palos Verdes. An earthquake near Barstow is felt from L.A. to Las Vegas. Covered California health insurance rates are going up. 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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Some Rancho Palos Verdes residents to lose gas service today, Dream Act application completion down, and staying rattlesnake safe this summer — The A.M. Edition 6:30

15d ago6:30

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More than 130 homes in Portuguese Bend to lose gas utility service amid area land movement. Financial aid applications from undocumented CA students on the decline. What to know in the peak of rattlesnake season. 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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SoCalGas plans to cut off service to Portuguese Bend; West Hollywood lobbies for K Line expansion through city; How to stay safe from rattlesnakes — The Sunday Edition 10:54

16d ago10:54

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SoCalGas is preparing to shut off gas utility service on Monday in the landslide-prone Portuguese Bend region of Rancho Palos Verdes. Metro is looking for input on the route for the K Line extension into Hollywood, which is expected to break ground in 2041. Later, how Filipino American teens got a mental health program made just for them. Plus, mor…

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Can Citizens Force a City to Hire More Cops? We’re About to Find Out. 46:22

17d ago46:22

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Most Texas cities do not have enough police, plain and simple. In Dallas, a group wants voters to force city leaders to raise pay and hire hundreds of cops. But at what cost? That’s just one of three proposed amendments the group successfully got on the November ballot. Oak Cliff Brewing Company hosted the Jasons and the Executive Director of Dalla…

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