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Described in one review as a 'Belfast Tardis', Historical Belfast is Belfast's one and only history podcast on the airwaves. Hosted by historian Jason Burke, it provides an accessible and entertaining insight into the fascinating history of Northern Ireland's capital city, once proclaimed as 'the Athens of the North'.
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What The Falk Podcast

What The Falk Podcast

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Independent podcast about #EFL Championship club Sunderland AFC since 2020. Offers weekly #SAFC preview shows, review shows and tons more Sunderland AFC related content. Historical content also offers interviews with players, managers and coaches from around the world of football.
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for Luthiers, by Luthiers

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We cover the lives of violin makers, their best parts and worst parts, yesterday and today. Historical stories, interviews with experts and makers in the field. Omobono Stradivari was the least liked son of his father, Antonio, he was remembered in Antonio's will as a screw up. He is our north star. We are all part of this. We all belong exactly here.
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Scene by Scene

Justin Johnson & Joe Lefeber

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Scene by Scene is not a traditional movie review podcast. It’s a film discussion podcast with two independent filmmakers fascinated by the filmmaking process. Every other week, Joe and Justin break down the elements of one movie to better understand how films are made, what makes a “good” one, and what makes a “bad” one. After examining the film's story and themes, visual technique, and historical, cultural, or personal significance, they discuss what they've learned.
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Mark is a Real Madrid fan. Payton is a Barcelona fan. Both are American soccer converts, and always manage to be upset about something, even though they support the two most successful clubs of all time. Listen in as the boys explain exactly why the current coaches/owners of their teams are idiots, and what they would do instead.
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AHR Interview

American Historical Association

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AHR Interview presents brief discussions with historians whose work has appeared in the American Historical Review, the official publication of the American Historical Association. Sometimes the interview accompanies an article or a featured review in a current or recent issue; other times it will feature a scholar who has recently been in the news, but whose work appeared in the journal in the past. These accessible and user-friendly podcasts highlight historical scholarship of wide interes ...
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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM – L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Susanne Whatley in the morning and Nick Roman in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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Into The Vertical Blank

Jeff Fulton & Steve Fulton

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A Podcast about growing with a twin brother up In the 70s and 80s, at the dawn of video games, navigating family strife, punk rock, Star Wars obsessions, and trying to understand the world while developing an inexplicable love for everything “Atari”. -- In this podcast we discuss Atari computers and systems, new and old, review new games we collect, talk about all the systems, and the significance they had in our lives and the lives of others, and even talk about them in an historical contex ...
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Duke Beers: Hopalong Cassidy

Radio Memories Network LLC

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A weekly collection of video shorts traveling through the important milestones of Your American Heritage. A serious, yet often whimsical review of important historical events from Washington’s inaugural to the civil rights movement that tie us all together as Americans. Originally intended as a teacher’s aid and now released for the enjoyment of all.
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Costume Drama Rewind

Megan Judt and Laura Skog

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How often have you watched a historical drama and wondered if it was REALLY telling the truth about the Tudor Court or the American Revolution? You could have looked it up on Wikipedia, but your phone was so far away and there were so many words to read.That’s where we come in! Public history enthusiasts Megan Judt and Laura Skog are setting out to watch every historical film, talking about each of them might tell us about history. Expect spoilers, and also some snark. We’ll also rate each o ...
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Poor Historians: Medical History Misadventures

Dr. Max, Dr. Aaron, Dr. Mike, and Alba

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Three modern emergency physicians and their show's "medical history intern" take a lighthearted, humorous quest through various stories in the history of medicine. New episodes every two weeks and a bonus episode once per month. Topics span from ancient times to relatively recent history, all related to important advancements, people, or discoveries in the history of medicine. To provide feedback, check out merch, and to support the show in other ways, head on over to our website: www.poorhi ...
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With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, Ancient Greece and Rome, and the birth of Christianity. The show's current season is on Late Ant ...
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This Podcast covers tabletop wargaming specifically between 1815 and 1933. I will be having guests on to discover what they are working on, having discussions regarding tabletop wargaming and doing some historical deep dives into some of the periods during this wargaming era. On Twitter @shotandshield Thru Email shotandshield@gmail.com On YouTube, search Shot and Shield This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-g ...
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Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation

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About: The SDCF Podcast series includes insightful and in-depth conversations about the working processes and experiences of directors and choreographers. This series features four decades of interviews and panel discussions with some of the field’s most distinguished luminaries, including Hal Prince and Lloyd Richards. Recent episodes include conversations with such notable artists as Anne Kauffman, Raja Feather Kelly, Seret Scott, Leigh Silverman, Twyla Tharp, and Mark Valdez. Dive into ou ...
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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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Worserer than E.T.? : The Games Of Mythicon In our continuing quest to find games that are "Worse Than E.T?" we have arrived at the bottom of the stinkiest barrel imaginable, and there rests the games of Mythicon. Enjoy! Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufSlqW9MjU4 Links: DP Royal Archives - The Worst of the Atari 2600 (digitpress.com…
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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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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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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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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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INTRO, BILLY WENT TO THE HOF JORDAN LOVE SIGNED HIS NEW DEAL! OFFENSIVE LINE SHUFFLES. WHO IS KADEEM TELFORT? WHO WILL BREAKOUT ON OFFENSE? D-LINE IMPRESSING EARLY SECONDARY GETTING PICKS. X IS GOOD AT FOOTBALL SUPER BOWL? SPECIAL TEAMS ED POLICY NEXT PRESIDENT OUTRO ON VARIOUS DUMB TOPICS Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy…
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These films often feature lavish costumes, intricate sets, and meticulous attention to historical detail, immersing viewers in the time and place of the narrative. Classics like "Gone with the Wind" and "Pride and Prejudice" have set the standard, blending romance with the social and political challenges of their respective eras. More recent films,…
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The boys are back with an offseason special to talk Kylian's spectacular unveiling at the Bernabeu, as 80,000 came out to celebrate Madrid's long-awaited Galactico pull on the famed white kit. Mark and Payton also ponder Barcelona's transfer plans, and their chances of landing one of Spain's young stars. Plus, your hosts review the Ballon D'Or ladd…
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We are back! For a fourth season in a row, we have returned to cover all the trials and tribulations of Sunderland AFC. Why do we do it? Three wins, one draw and one defeat so far in pre-season, three incomings and two new contracts - and tons of lovely Hummel merch. The lads discuss it all, so come and listen in. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at …
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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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A housing complex near Pasadena City College will give students leaving foster care a place to stay near campus. If you're planning to hit the trails this weekend, we give you some tips on hiking in heat. And later, we take you to California's first women's sports bar... which is now open in Long Beach. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donati…
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Video game performers strike over artificial intelligence. Dozens of Angelenos demand new apartments in single-family neighborhoods, as city planners aim to add nearly 500K homes by 2029. Three “climate stations" for 2,700 unhoused people in Skid Row. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…
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LA County officials react to Gov. Newsom's executive order on clearing homeless encampments. Narcan use in jails is up but questions remain as to how the drugs get in. Popular street food in the Philippines leads to an animal rescue. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://l…
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Gov. Gavin Newsom urges cities to clear camps of unhoused people even when shelter isn't available. SAG-AFTRA video game workers will strike Friday over artificial intelligence protections. Wilson High in Long Beach sends another alum to the Olympics. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…
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LA seeks input in planning for hundreds of thousands of new homes. Preschool enrollment across LA County is still behind pre-pandemic levels. More moments in CA history coming to one of LA's iconic murals. 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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The fast-moving Apache Fire forced evacuations for nearby homes. Drug overdoses in L.A. County plateaued last year thanks to the widespread use of Naloxone. Disneyland workers in Anaheim narrowly avoided their first strike in 40 years. 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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A look at the $10B climate bond measure aimed at funding CA's climate initiatives. Community health workers fan out to select neighborhoods. A veterans cemetery may be closer to home for Orange County residents. 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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Aston Villa's pre-season journey is underway and with that in mind, Cole, Simon, and Tom return to discuss the football club's latest transfer business, Morgan Rogers' bright future, and an absolutely epic home kit launch. You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in! WHAT DO WE DISCUSS? What can be made of Jaden Philogene…
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California’s Democratic delegates say they'll back Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention. LAist looks at how Harris will approach young voters & immigration. Fmr. LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announces his run for CA governor in 2026. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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The LA County Superior Court system is slowly recovering from Friday's ransomware attack. A boost in battery storage has strengthened California's power grid. Newport Beach’s waters are glowing with fireworms. 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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Airlock A game that takes "worse Than E.T." to a whole new level. Did Data Age make games worse than the supposed worst game ever, E.T. for the Atari VCS? Were they also one of the culprits responsible for the North American Video Game Crash? Have we found the worst Atari VCS game ever made? Watch and find out. Plus: Embarrassed by my poor play of …
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Fmr. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other leaders endorse Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Party's presidential nominee. Homelessness is up 42% in Antelope Valley. A LAist survey asks how homelessness looks in your neighborhood. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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L.A. County’s courts remain closed, due to Friday's cyber attack. Disneyland negotiations set to resume today, after a vote to authorize a strike. How increasingly hot nights are hurting our sleep and health. 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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These films recreate the drama, splendor, and struggle of bygone eras, bringing to life the stories of legendary leaders, everyday heroes, and pivotal events that shaped the world we live in today. With meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, these movies recreate the sights, sounds, and emotions of a bygone age, immersing viewers i…
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President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic nominee. In this special breaking news L.A. Report, we bring you the latest details and local reaction. This is a breaking news update to The L.A. Report Weekend Edition. We'll have additional developments and details on …
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For-profit healthcare providers up their outreach to people experiencing homelessness in LA. For our latest installment of LAist City Treks, we take you through Inglewood, including a famous bike and skate park. The Huntington Botanical Gardens open evening access to nonmembers for the first time. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at …
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Another heatwave has arrived across Southern California. We check in with Death Valley where temperatures will once again reach 125 degrees. Disneyland workers have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike ahead of planned negotiations with Disney on Monday. A humpback whale off the Orange County coast was freed yesterday after being entangled in…
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Southern California deals with the fallout from a global computer outage. We check in on how 988 national mental health crisis lifeline is helping thousands. OC Fair welcomes hungry visitors, things to do this weekend. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://lais…
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Southland airports see dozens of cancellations and more than 100 delays amid global Microsoft computer outage. Keeping your kids safe and cool in the sweltering temps. Today begins a new film series spotlighting LGBTQ+ storytelling. 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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In this episode, we discuss Edward Yang’s That Day, on the Beach, including the theme of tradition vs modernity, the film’s structure, and the techniques used to transition into flashbacks. Supplemental Material: Nova Media's That Day, on the Beach Blu-ray That Day, on the Beach (Internet Archive) That Day, on the Beach (rarefilmm) Edward Yang (Con…
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Hollywood crew members approve a new contract, avoiding another major strike. After campus protests over Gaza war, the University of California moves to restrict department websites. L.A. has a lot of noise pollution — Megan Botel helps us cope. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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Lawsuit alleging medical sterilization company in Vernon uses harmful cleaning chemical. Dry lightning threatens to start new fires as extreme heat returns. Annual Beach Report Card suggests best and worst spots in SoCal. 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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It's probably popular knowledge that alcohol as a substance of use--and potential misuse--has been with humankind since our earliest days. In this episode, Dr. Mike explores the earliest references to alcohol and takes us through a tour of it's evolution alongside various cultures and eventual recognition as a poison that is capable of great harm. …
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Top California Democrat Rep. Adam Schiff calls on President Biden to drop out of the presidential race. After a mild couple days, another heat wave is on the way. Tustin remains under a state of emergency months after hangar fire. 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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Neighbors of a Vernon company say they're being sickened by its emissions. LA launches extreme heat public awareness campaign. New CA law prompts Tesla CEO to say he'll move another of his companies to Texas. 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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In our 2nd installment we play the notorious Atari 2600 game "Bobby Is Going Home" and decide: Is it worse than E.T.? Video Version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjtcqOVvPA0&feature=youtu.be Ambient music in this video is "GUL-ee-SUCK-uh" by Tony Longworth "Bobby Is Going Home" By Flanders '72: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc517DXJiSo Fl…
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L.A. County could soon provide attorneys for free to renters facing eviction. A measure that would give the LAPD chief greater authority to discipline or fire officers accused of serious misconduct is off the November ballot. Red foxes make a rare appearance. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://…
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LA County leaders to vote on plan that ensures renters facing eviction can have an attorney in court. Anaheim settles with Angels over canceled stadium deal. Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández makes history at MLB home run hitting competition. 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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If any street, area, or location were to symbolise the rampant neglect of our historical landscape then it surely has to be this one. North Street epitomises Belfast’s disregard for its own backstory. At the lower end is the derelict Exchange and Assembly Rooms, once Belfast’s most important building; at the other end is a huge sign on a gable end …
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Unhoused veterans won a pair of legal victories in their effort to increase housing at West L.A.’s VA campus. Univision veteran Alejandra Santamaria will lead LAist as its new CEO. Much of Mt. Baldy remains closed until October due to fire damage. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. S…
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Why some residents are gripped by 'toxic uncertainty,' months after Tustin hangar fire. How last month's record heat is setting the stage for future wildfires. Free concerts at the Getty Center this summer. 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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These films strive to recreate specific periods, often focusing on significant moments, wars, revolutions, or the lives of notable individuals. While they aim to entertain, historical movies also educate audiences by providing insight into different eras and cultures. The balance between accuracy and artistic license varies, sparking discussions ab…
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We look into the potential consequences for California falling behind on its mandatory financial health report - again. A first-of-its-kind zero emission commuter rail debuts in San Bernardino County. This summer's free Shakespeare show at Griffith Park is an immersive, outdoor production of As You Like It at the old LA Zoo. Plus, more. Support The…
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65 years after a meltdown at the Santa Susanna Field Lab near Simi Valley, activists renew calls for through clean up of the site. For our latest installment of LAist City Treks, we take you on a hike starting at the San Bernardino Depot. And Emily Kwong, host of LAist and NPR's new podcast Inheriting, talks about Asian American and Pacific Islande…
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Another final. Another shot at glory - another 90 minutes (or more) of anxiety. But let's go and enjoy it. The final of Euro 2024 is here and England might jst bring it home for us - so Brad and Ross joined to preview the biggest of games. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #ENGS…
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In the first in a series, we play notoriously "bad" games and figure out if they are "worse" than the supposed worst game ever, "E.T. The Extra Terrestrial" for the Atari 2600. This first episode is a bit rough, but I promise you, they get better. Video version here: Worse Than E.T.? Tax Avoiders for the Atari 2600 (youtube.com) Thanks for support …
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The Lake Fire in Santa Barbara County continues to grow. June 2024 was the hottest on record, and heat waves are only expected to worsen as climate change progresses. How that extreme heat is impacting unhoused people in LA. 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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The latest on the Lake fire burning in Santa Barbara county. LA accused of illegally stopping work on a Venic housing development for low income and unhoused people. Joshua Tree National Park official decries persistent vandalism. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://lais…
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