Best Owl Child Podcasts (2024)

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LA City Council wants to expedite hiring police officers, CA lawmakers consider bill to crackdown on speeding, Shohei Ohtani mania over bobbleheads— The AM Edition 7:12

12m ago7:12

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L.A. is trying to figure out how to more quickly hire police officers. State lawmakers are considering a bill to crackdown on speeding drivers. Shohei Ohtani mania at Dodger Stadium last night -- did you get your bobblehead? 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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LA releases reparations survey; Air regulators have more rules for Chiquita Landfill; Questions over where mental health measure Prop 1 funding will go — The P.M. Edition 7:17

9m ago7:17

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In a survey meant to inform reparations policies, many Black Angelenos said city policies & law enforcement practices negatively impacted them. More efforts to clean up the smelly Chiquita Landfill. Board-and-care providers want a cut of Prop 1 funding. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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OC Supes could strip Andrew Do of some power, Asian leaders unhappy antiquities removed from LA City Hall, happy hour recommendations — The AM Edition 7:01

5m ago7:01

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O.C. Board of Supervisors meets for the first time since FBI raided the home of embattled member Andrew Do. L.A. Mayor Bass relocated some Asian antiquities at City Hall and community leaders aren't happy. We got you covered on where to find a good happy hour. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://…

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Do You Feel Respected In Your Home? 1:00:00

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Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie, do you feel respected in your home?By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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Embattled city councilmember Kevin de León's campaign spending; OC Supervisors meet for first time since federal searches; A new nature preserve in Costa Mesa — The P.M. Edition 7:33

9m ago7:33

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Money used in Kevin de León's run for re-election raises eyebrows. We speak with correspondent Frank Stoltze. Orange County Supervisors met today amid calls for Andrew Do to resign. Progress on a plan to turn a former oil field into a nature preserve. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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New calls for OC Supervisor Andrew Do's resignation, LA expands CIRCLE program, Oasis is back— The AM Edition 6:35

2m ago6:35

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There are growing calls for O.C. Supervisor Andrew Do to resign as questions remains about what happened to millions of dollars he sent to a nonprofit. L.A. is expanding a program that sends mental health professionals to some 911 calls instead of police. Britpop band Oasis says today is gonna be the day they're gonna throw it back to us. Plus more…

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Clean Jokes August 2024 1:00:00

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Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie, give us your best clean joke. Share your dad jokes and more here in the commentsBy Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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REPLAY: When Your Child Won't Talk About Their Watchdog and Possum Brain 52:25

1h ago52:25

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This episode originally aired on November 7th, 2023 Does your child yell, scream, or otherwise refuse to talk about their owl, watchdog, or possum brain? They tell you it’s stupid or tell you to stop talking or get extra silly or just don’t talk? I hear this from a LOT of parents (and I experienced it a lot in the play therapy room). This doesn’t m…

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Calls grow for OC Supervisor Andrew Do to resign; Why are California's pelicans dying?; Football coach Pete Carroll returning to USC— The P.M. Edition 6:45

27m ago6:45

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Orange County supervisors Vicente Sarmiento & Katrina Foley say their colleague Andrew Do should resign immediately. Researchers want to know why brown pelicans are dying of starvation. Former head coach Pete Carroll is coming back to USC. 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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CSU students to feel budget cuts on first day of school, brown pelicans in recovery, Vietnam memorial in OC remains incomplete — The AM Edition 7:01

7m ago7:01

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It's the first day of classes at most Cal State universities, but the threat of budget cuts looms over the new start. About $1 million was supposed to go toward a Vietnam Memorial in Fountain Valley, but it's nowhere to be found. Brown pelicans are alright after a troubling spate of die-offs. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.…

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Are You A Night Owl Or Early Riser? 1:00:00

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Take 2 With Jerry & Debbie, are you a night owl or early riser? Share what your preference is in the comments here or call 1-833-288-3986.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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Embattled OC Supervisor Andrew Do speaks out amid lawsuit; Some tribal police may soon be designated peace officers; Lobbying restrictions on departing CA lawmakers — The Sunday Edition 7:06

13m ago7:06

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Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do has spoken out for the first time since county officials sued alleging millions of dollars of tax money was misspent. A proposed state bill would designate some tribal law enforcement officers as state peace officers. And what do lawmakers leaving the state legislature have to report about their next jobs? Plus, m…

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OC Dems call on Supervisor Do to resign; Intuit Dome may get exception to serve alcohol until 4 a.m.; Inside Orange County's Pageant of the Masters — The Saturday Edition 7:16

14m ago7:16

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The Orange County Democratic Party has called on Supervisor Andrew Do to resign, which follows an FBI raid earlier this week connected to an LAist investigation into misuse of county funds. The Intuit Dome might get an exception from the state to serve alcohol until 4am. And we take you to Orange County's annual "living pictures" event, the Pageant…

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Fallout from FBI raids linked to OC fraud investigation continues; CA agencies warn about dangers of extreme heat; & 102 year-old "Mighty Mo" wins national swimming race— The P.M. Edition 7:03

4d ago7:03

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We speak with reporter Nick Gerda on the raids on multiple properties connected to OC Supervisor Andrew Do and a fraud investigation. California agencies want to improve the state's response to heatwaves. An Angeleno wins a swimming race at 102. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…

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Several OC houses raided in connection with Viet America Society, Newsom gives Beverly Hills a housing ultimatum, and Joshua Tree bees are buzzing for water — The AM Edition 5:49

39m ago5:49

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The FBI raided the Orange County homes of Supervisor Andrew Do and his daughter Rhiannon Do, as well as several other locations in connection with the Viet America Society yesterday. Newsom clashes with the city of Beverly Hills over the construction of a 165-unit affordable housing complex. Parts of Joshua Tree shut down due to bee activity. Suppo…

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Urgent Prayer Request 51:00

7d ago51:00

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On today's Jerry & Debbie, we take listeners' urgent prayer requests.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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FBI raids homes of OC Supervisor Do & daughter; CA says Beverly Hills is violating state housing laws; How kids benefit from LAUSD wellness centers — The P.M. Edition 8:56

10m ago8:56

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Agents search the homes of OC Supervisor Andrew Do and his daughter. Details from LAist reporter Nick Gerda. CA officials say Beverly Hills "is in violation of state housing law” over an apartment building project. LAUSD looks to add school wellness centers. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://l…

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Lead found in Watts tap water, UCI students file suit over Palestine protests treatment, chronic court reporter shortage in LA — The AM Edition 6:33

44m ago6:33

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A nonprofit in Watts has found some homes in the area with lead in their tap water and many residents report symptoms of exposure. Five students are suing UC Irvine, alleging they’re being given harsher punishment for leading pro-Palestine campus protests. Many court proceedings lack a written record because of a court reporter shortage. Support Th…

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The Art of Detachment 51:00

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On today's Take 2 show, we talk all about the art of #detachment. #Catholic #peaceBy Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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

1d 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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Do You Have A Junk Drawer? 51:00

9d ago51:00

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On today's Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie, do you have a junk drawer?By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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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A Lack of Patience In this World 51:00

10d ago51:00

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On today's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie", the topic is A Lack of Patience in this World.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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REPLAY: Can I Teach My Child About Their Brain? 24:57

1h ago24:57

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This episode originally aired February 17th, 2023 I’ve been listening for a while and the watchdog and possum brain ideas have really helped me. Is it OK to teach this to my kids too? I’m worried they’ll start using it as excuses. I get this question all the time! If we teach our kids about the watchdog and possum brain are they going to start sayi…

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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

7d 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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Did You Feel Like Your Parents Had A Favorite Child? 51:00

11d ago51:00

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On today's Take 2 with Jerry And Debbie, do you feel like your parents had a favorite child?By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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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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

7d 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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Do You Like Your Own Company? 51:00

14d ago51:00

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On tomorrow's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie, do you like your own company, being by yourself, etc? Comment here or call 1-833-288-3986.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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

8d 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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Go To Our Lady, She Will You To Jesus 51:00

15d ago51:00

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On today's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie, go to Our Lady, she will lead you to her Son. Comment here or call 1-833-288-3986.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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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Bishop Coffey & Being Catholic In The Military 51:00

16d ago51:00

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On today's Encore of Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie, Bishop Coffey discusses Catholicism in the military and his work in the Archdiocese Of The Military.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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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The Worst Trouble That You've Been In 51:00

17d ago51:00

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On today's Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie, what's the worst trouble that you've ever been in?By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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EP 191: Helping Siblings with Verbal Aggression 42:28

8d ago42:28

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Does your child with a vulnerable nervous system say mean, hurtful, taunting, or aggressive things to your other kids? You already know you can’t control what comes out of someone else’s mouth, so what do you do??? How do you help your kids deal with their sibling’s verbal aggression? In this episode, you’ll learn Steps to help increase your childr…

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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

11d 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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All About Relationships 51:00

18d ago51:00

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On today's Take 2 With Jerry and Debbie, it's all about relationships.By Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

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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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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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