Best Adam Cecil Podcasts (2024)

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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

2h 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

25m ago7:42

7:42

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

19m 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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Episode 112-Osgood Perkins on Longlegs and The Blackcoat's Daughter 53:44

2h ago53:44

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We're finally wrapping up our interviews for the long awaited Longlegs with writer/director, Osgood Perkins. Oz is here to not only talk about his smash hit, Longlegs, but also his first production (which was his second released film), The Blackcoat's Daughter. Strap in for darkness and grief with some light moments in between!…

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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

9m 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

8m 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

6m 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

27m ago6:54

6:54

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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Defending the STR Tax Loophole: Ryan Bakke's Success Story 27:43

1h ago27:43

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, CPA Ryan Bakey shares his experience defending and winning an audit on the STR tax loophole. Ryan emphasized the importance of having a CPA who specializes in real estate and understands the intricacies of the tax laws related to short-term rentals. They also discussed how critical it is to maintain meticulou…

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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

20m ago7:18

7:18

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

2m 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

29m ago7:43

7:43

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

7m 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

2d 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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Housing for PCC students leaving foster care; Tips for hiking in the heat; California's first women's sports bar opens in Long Beach — The Saturday Edition 10:35

6d ago10:35

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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 AI; Angelenos demand new apartments in single-family neighborhoods; Skid Row lacks cooling spots for unhoused — The P.M. Edition 7:22

6d ago7:22

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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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Local reaction to governor's homeless encampment order, Narcan use is on the rise in LA County jails , and duckling rescue spotlights Filipino dish — The A.M. Edition 6:34

3m ago6:34

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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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Newsom issues order to clear encampments, Video game performers to strike, Wilson High School alum to compete in Olympic Games — The P.M. Edition 7:54

4d ago7:54

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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 housing plan debate, preschools in LA County struggle with enrollment post-pandemic, and expanding the Great Wall of LA — The A.M. Edition 6:41

7m ago6:41

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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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Apache Fire burns over 800 acres; Narcan saves lives in L.A. County; Disneyland strike is narrowly averted — The P.M. Edition 7:22

20m ago7:22

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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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CA voters to consider climate bond measure this Fall, new public health program has door-to-door service, and OC's first Veterans cemetery approved — The A.M. Edition 6:34

15m ago6:34

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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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Scaling Smart: Financing and Managing Multiple STRs with Jen Dickson 33:49

20h ago33:49

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In this episode, Avery had the pleasure of speaking with Jen Dickson, a seasoned short-term rental investor who has successfully navigated multiple markets. Jen detailed their strategic approach to selecting markets, emphasizing the importance of choosing locations they personally enjoy and frequent. They also delved into the financial aspects of t…

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CA Democratic delegates back Kamala Harris; How Harris may tackle key issues; Villaraigosa runs for CA Governor — The P.M. Edition 8:04

26m ago8:04

8:04

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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LA County Courts reopen today, CA power grid update, and Newport Beach glows — The A.M. Edition 6:47

31m ago6:47

6:47

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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Nancy Pelosi endorses Kamala Harris; Antelope Valley homelessness up 42%; LAist homelessness survey — The P.M. Edition 7:12

16m ago7:12

7:12

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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Cyberattack shuts down LA County courts for another day, Disneyland negotiations resume today, and climate crisis is making nights hotter — The A.M. Edition 6:39

4m ago6:39

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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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Breaking News Update: Californians & others react to Biden's decision to drop out of the presidential race — The Sunday Edition 2:54

4m ago2:54

2:54

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 for unhoused people; LAist's City Treks series takes you to a famous Inglewood skate park; The Huntington Botanical Gardens opens nighttime access to all — The Sunday Edition 11:30

13m ago11:30

11:30

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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It's heatwave time in Southern California again; Disneyland workers vote to authorize strike; Humpback whale rescued after weeklong effort — The Saturday Edition 11:04

14m ago11:04

11:04

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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Episode 111-Lee Tamahori on The Convert and Once Were Warriors 56:31

5h ago56:31

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Legendary film maker Lee Tamahori's new film The Convert is already out and in theaters and OnDemand for all to enjoy. We couldn't pass up the chance to talk to Lee about the film and his groundbreaking feature, Once Were Warriors. This might be a more overall serious episode of Overdue Rentals, but it is a highly important and thoughtful one.…

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Software glitch gridlocks LAX; National suicide prevention hotline answers thousands of calls; Orange County Fair opens — The P.M. Edition 9:16

10d ago9:16

9:16

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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Local impact of worldwide computer outage, another heatwave arrives in SoCal, LA’s new LGBTQ+ film series starts today — The A.M. Edition 6:12

6m ago6:12

6:12

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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IATSE workers ratify a new contract; UC limits what departments can post on their websites; LA County is one of the loudest places in the country— The P.M. Edition 9:42

17m ago9:42

9:42

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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Sterigenics lawsuit to be reviewed in court today, Wildfire concerns ahead of next heatwave, and Beach pollution report is out — The A.M. Edition 6:34

1h ago6:34

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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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Rep. Adam Schiff urges Biden to step aside; Another heat wave looms; Tustin renews emergency proclamation over toxic hangar fire — The P.M. Edition 8:01

5h ago8:01

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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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Episode 110-Alicia Witt on Longlegs and Cecil B. Demented 1:18:11

9h ago1:18:11

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Longlegs week continues! This time we have the absolute lovely Alicia Witt with us to discuss her time and process on the smash indie hit, Longlegs. But, we're also discussing her role as Cherish in John Waters oft missed, Cecil B. Demented.

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Vernon company's neighbors sue over emissions; Heat illness awareness campaign; Elon Musk says he'll move Hawthorne's SpaceX — The A.M. Edition 7:14

20m ago7:14

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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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Adam Czajkowski's Journey From MLB Scout to Real Estate Investor 32:36

1h ago32:36

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In this episode of the Short Term Show, Avery interviews Adam Czajkowski. Adam shares his unconventional journey into real estate, starting from a background in baseball to working for the New York Yankees, and eventually transitioning to sales to gain back time and financial stability. They delved into the challenges of finding deals, especially i…

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Legal help for Angelenos facing evictions; LA Mayor Bass vetoes police discipline measure; Red fox spotting in Redondo Beach — The P.M. Edition 7:12

15d ago7:12

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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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Vote pending on free eviction attorneys; Claim settled over failed Angel Stadium sale; and first Dodger ever wins Homerun Derby — The A.M. Edition 6:34

13m ago6:34

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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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LA veterans win legal VA housing battle; LAist announces new CEO; Firefight on Mt. Baldy continues — The P.M. Edition 9:02

3m ago9:02

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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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Hangar fire fallout; SoCal sees 3rd hottest June on record; and Getty concert series — The A.M. Edition 6:05

13m ago6:05

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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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California falling behind on financial reports; New zero-emission Metrolink trains; See some Shakespeare at the former LA Zoo — The Sunday Edition 11:22

7m ago11:22

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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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Santa Susana protest for nuclear cleanup; Increased fire risk this weekend; A conversation on LAist's new podcast Inheriting— The Saturday Edition 10:41

3m ago10:41

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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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Lake Fire still burning in Santa Barbara; June was the hottest month on record; Unhoused people in LA lack access to water in the heat— The P.M. Edition 8:48

15h ago8:48

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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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Lake Fire surpasses 36k acres, LA sued over development near beach, and Joshua Tree graffiti — The A.M. Edition 6:31

1d ago6:31

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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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Episode 109-Guy Pearce on The Convert and L.A. Confidential 1:20:42

21d ago1:20:42

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I'm still amazed that we have come to the point that maybe one of the greatest films of all time, is an Overdue Rental. This Friday, July 12th sees the release of Guy Pearce's new film, The Convert in theaters and On Demand. And while Guy was with us to talk about his new film with famed director Lee Tamahori, we had the opportunity to discuss both…

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Lawsuit claims LA leaders are stalling a housing project; Lake Fire in Santa Barbara County grows; A California avocado origin story — The P.M. Edition 7:11

1d ago7:11

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A lawsuit accuses two L.A. city leaders of trying to stop a plan to build housing for unhoused and low-income Angelenos in Venice. The first big wildfire of 2024 is getting bigger. A history lesson on the Hass avocado. 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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CA's power grid holding; Takeaways from Huntington Beach airshow agreement; How to deal with ants invading your home — The A.M. Edition 6:48

2d ago6:48

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California's power grid amid SoCal's prolonged heatwave. Critics weigh in on the Huntington Beach Airshow agreement. Summer, when the ants come marching in, calls for remedies. 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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Lake Fire grows near Santa Ynez; Rancho Palos Verdes bluffs keep moving; LA City Attorney goes after AirBnb business — The P.M. Edition 9:14

3d ago9:14

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The Lake Fire north of Santa Ynez is up to 29,000 acres. The land is moving again near Rancho Palos Verdes beaches. L.A. City Attorney’s office says an entrepreneur broke short-term rental laws. We speak with LAist housing reporter David Wagner. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…

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