Best Gas Detection Podcasts (2025)

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Protesters clash with law enforcement in downtown LA. Hundreds march against Trump's immigration sweeps 1:40:16

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Protesters clash with law enforcement in downtown LA. Hundreds march against Trump's immigration sweeps Federal immigration sweeps that began Friday in Los Angeles have prompted anger, protest and resistance from onlookers and immigrant rights groups that have braced for this type of action for months. Over the weekend, tensions continued to rise b…

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SoCal regulators vote today on phase-out plan of gas-powered appliances 18:19

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Southern California air regulators are voting today on two proposed regulations to curb smog and lessen pollution that’s heating up the planet. For nearly two years, the South Coast Air Quality Management District, which regulates air quality across much of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties, has been working to update rules…

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A look at NASA’s reliance on private space firms as President Trump and Elon Musk feud 5:36

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Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s relationship imploded this week like a star going supernova as the two took to social media to take jabs at each other. At stake are the future of Musk’s companies, including electric car company Tesla and rocket manufacturer SpaceX, both of which receive government subsidies or contracts. President Trump took to his so…

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Food Friday: Santa Ana budget bites 7:28

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LAist's Gab Chabrán has been visiting Santa Ana for decades and has always been impressed with the dynamism of the food available there, especially as it's often at a reasonable price that won't break the bank. Everything from tortas ahogadas, a specialty of Guadalajara, served from a food truck on an industrial road, to a Korean-owned establishmen…

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NASA's Reliance on SpaceX, The Future of Gas-Powered Appliances in SoCal, and FilmWeek 1:03:05

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Today on AirTalk, we're discussing how NASA and private space firms will bear the new and fresh Trump/Musk feud; Southern California air regulators vote on regulations to phase out gas-powered appliances; Santa Ana's diverse array of affordable grub and FilmWeek: ‘The Life of Chuck,’ ‘Ballerina,’ ‘Karate Kid: Legends,’ ‘The Ritual,’ and More How th…

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CA's bullet train may come to a halt, The life and legacy of Harvey Milk, TV Talk and more! 1:02:37

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Today on AirTalk, CA's plan for a high-speed rail system comes under the Trump administration's latest scrutiny; LA dabbles with the idea of a public city bank; how recipe authors do not own the recipes they create; the life and legacy of prominent gay rights activist and Navy veteran Harvey Milk and how streaming services have forced media compani…

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CA Supreme Court to hear case on subsidised solar panels, How wolves from the Pacific Northwest have made their way to CA and more! 1:02:55

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Today on AirTalk, California's Supreme Court begins to hear arguments on whether the state's utility commission should be able to subsidise rooftop solar; Disney's beloved animated series 'Phineas and Ferb' return to TV for the summer; How wolves from Oregon and Washington have made their way to California; LA County's plan to overhaul government a…

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Disney's latest layoffs, FCC commissioner on state of media, Hollywood Bowl's 2025 lineup and more! 1:03:56

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Today on AirTalk, Disney's latest round of employee layoffs; The Hollywood Bowl's 2025 lineup; Petersen Automotive Museum's '80s and '90s cars exhibit; FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez discusses the current state of the media landscape, and what is considered appropriate office attire today? Today on AirTalk Disney plans to lay off hundreds of employees…

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How LA responds to Colorado attack, LAist's new watchdog team, CA's quirky little towns and more! 1:03:34

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Today on AirTalk, an update on how Los Angeles's public officials are responding to the attack on the gathering in Colorado for Israeli hostages in Gaza; LAist welcomes a new team of watchdog reporters; the historic Salton Sea; Trump's immigration agenda and its affect on community college services and all the charm around CA's quirky little towns.…

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Tinder's newest update, New study mental health in mothers, Filipino-American BBQ and more! 1:39:19

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Today on AirTalk, Tinder's latest update allows paid users to set height preferences for potential partners; a new study shows a growing number of the mental health of mothres is declining; Johneric Concordia is the chef behind a Filipino-American BBQ restaurant; FilmWeek and 'Killer of Sheep' filmmaker Charles Burnett talks about its new 4K restor…

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Transgender student athletes, Highly skilled immigrants boost CA population, TV Talk and more 1:39:12

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Today on AirTalk, California high school sports is changing its rules amid controversy over the participation of a transgender student athlete; historic LA roadside attractions are outlined in a new book; how high-skilled immigrant migrations boost California's population; Rite Aids along with their coveted ice cream brand Thrifty are beginning to …

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CDC changes COVID vaccine recommendations, The rise of OnlyFans, the magic of becoming a US citizen and more! 1:39:08

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Today on AirTalk, California television and film has become too costly for production; HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. changes CDC recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines; As tarrifs loom, the Port of LA reduces its activity; the rise and potential sale of the online platform OnlyFans and our very own Suzanne Levy shares what it's like to become …

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How to Stand Out in a Crowded Job Market | Bonus Episode 1:00:28

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Episode Summary In this special live episode, Chris Whyte, founder of Kodu and host of Why Design, delivers an energetic and insight-packed session to design students on how to stand out in a competitive job market. Drawing from 12+ years of experience and dozens of podcast conversations with design leaders, Chris shares practical advice on everyth…

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NPR sues Trump administration, CA's water infrastructure update, why we love off-brand goods and more! 1:40:17

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Today on AirTalk, National Public Radio files a lawsuit against President Trump, arguing that cuts to federal funding would be illegal; will Governor Gavin Newsom run for president in 2028?; a new book about the intersection of art, faith, and controversies during the 1980s; California water infrastructure updates and what your favorite generic or …

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What makes you want to go to the movies?, Prom stories, Oklahoma BBQ and more! 1:39:09

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Today on AirTalk, we talk about what drives moviegoers to the theaters, particularly on long weekends like Memorial Day; memories from Prom night; FilmWeek and American Cinematheque's annual Bleak Week kicks off its 4th year. Today on AirTalk What drives you to the theaters this Memorial Day weekend? (0:15) Reminiscing Prom. For better or worse. (1…

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Senate rolls back CA emission standard goals, City budget negotiations. Veterinarian shortages and more 1:37:46

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Today on AirTalk, Republicans vote to roll back California's vehicle emission standards; LA City Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky talks about an array of measures to achieve budget reduction; Herb Alpert talks about playing with the Tijuana Brass again after 40 years; California's veterinary shortage and mental health crisis; LAist's Nick Gerda award…

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Offshore oil drilling on Santa Barbara, Comedic relief in times of grief, checking in on the Palisades cleanup and more 1:39:15

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Today on AirTalk, an oil operation off the Santa Barbara coast has resumed production after a 10 year idle; a new documentary about the 1975 New York City financial crisis; how you have found comedic relief in times of grief; an update on fire debris removal in the Palisades and grief affects our physical health. Today on AirTalk Offshore Santa Bar…

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How listeners handle conversations around Israel-Gaza, Understanding detection of prostate cancer, the history and significance of facial hair and more! 1:39:28

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Today on AirTalk, Local Angelenos weigh in on how they navigate tough conversations around the Israel-Gaza conflict; understanding the detection process of prostate cancer amidst former President Biden's diagnoses; a new book explores early research of AI; Pasadena Unified School Districts releases soil test results; the FDA approves a new blood te…

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Following the Palm Springs bombing, Checking in with the Supreme Court's decisions, Childhood memories and more 1:39:09

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Today on AirTalk, the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing and how a 'pronatilist' motive drove the attack; checking in with the major decisions yet to be made by the Supreme Court; were COVID-era school closures a failure of policy?; LAist science reporter Jacob Margolis on the latest investigation of illegal dumping in SoCal's high desert; SoCal…

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AI in healthcare, Sentimental value in phsyical media, BBQ and FilmWeek 1:39:06

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Today on AirTalk, How AI is being implemented in Healthcare; what piece of physical media have you held on to all your life?; BBQ series: Maple Meat Co; FilmWeek and 'The Zombies' documentary. Today on AirTalk AI Systems in Healthcare (0:15) Sentimental value of physical media (18:32) BBQ series: Maple Block Meat Co. (39:12) FilmWeek: 'Final Destin…

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LA city council votes to approve $30 minimum wage for tourism industry, AI and dating apps, 'The Zombies' documentary and more! 1:39:32

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Today on AirTalk, Los Angeles’ city council voted 12-3 on Wednesday to approve a $30 minimum wage for certain workers in the tourism industry; how AI is affecting dating culture and the way we communicate with potential romantic partners; British icons 'The Zombies' reflect on their path from teenage friends to Rock and Roll Hall of Famers; Governo…

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Updates on the Tustin Hangar, How AI influences social media, Conspiracy theories and more 1:40:22

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Today on AirTalk, LAist reporter Yusra Farzan gives us an update on the Tustin Hangar; how AI influences our social media feeds; the current state of conspiracy theories; Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets gear up for flight; Kogi BBQ founder and LA icon Roy Choi talks about his new cookbook and the pros of couples therapy. Today on AirTalk We check in on…

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The EJA Podcast collection…Q&A with Nuala Lucas and Dimitrios Ioannopoulos, the first author of Effect of neuraxial anaesthesia or analgesia on postpartum relapse rates in multiple sclerosis: A systematic ... 20:14

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Listen to the Q&A between Nuala Lucas and Dimitrios Ioannopoulos, as they discuss the article, “Effect of neuraxial anaesthesia or analgesia on postpartum relapse rates in multiple sclerosis: A systematic review”, found in the June 2025 issue of the EJA.By EJA

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Gov. Newsom wants to restrict encampments, Pregnancy cravings, AI's intersection with the law and more! 1:39:26

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Today on AirTalk, California Governor Gavin Newsom outlines a new blueprint for the state's cities and counties to restrict houseless encampments; the impact of AI on law and the judicial branch; the science behind pregnancy cravings; more Americans opting for road tripping; is remote work coming back into the office? and LA transplants weigh in on…

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US/China halt on tariffs, AI in the college classroom, the historic truce between LA gangs in 1992 and more! 1:39:14

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Today on AirTalk, US and Chinese officials have reached a deal to pause most of their recent tariffs; how college students and professors are interacting with AI in school; the impacts of the 1992 'Watts Truce' between LA gangs and AirTalk at Dodger Stadium. Today on AirTalk: A pause on US/China tariffs, as activity at the Port of Los Angeles slows…

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What do you think about the new Pope?, Relationships with mothers as we age, BBQ and more! 1:39:06

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Today on AirTalk, listeners share their thoughts on the first American Pope, relationships with our mothers as we age, Moo's BBQ, FilmWeek, and California Animation's exodus. Today on Airtalk SoCal listeners share thoughts on the first American Pope (0:15) Aging Series: Relationships with our mothers (18:15) Moo's BBQ (41:09) FilmWeek: ‘Friendship,…

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Sexual health as we age and AirTalk at Dodger Stadium 46:34

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Today on AirTalk Aging Series: Sex as we age (0:15) Take AirTalk out to the ball game – a special program from Dodger Stadium (13:22)By LAist 89.3

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How the Catholic Church has been working through the conclave, The economics of aging, Alcatraz revival and more! 1:39:28

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Today on AirTalk, how the Catholic Church has been working through its process of picking a new pope; the economics of aging; LA's top homeless official engaged in major misconduct; will Alcatraz be reopened as a prison and do people still hitchhike? Today on AirTalk How will the Catholic Church pick a new pope? (0:15) The economics of aging (27:50…

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The EJA Podcast collection…Q&A with Marc Samama and Janne Moilanen, the first author of Thromboelastometry and two activated clotting tests in detecting residual heparin after protamine in cardiac surgical ... 24:01

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Listen to the Q&A between Marc Samama and Janne Moilanen, as they discuss the article, “Thromboelastometry and two activated clotting tests in detecting residual heparin after protamine in cardiac surgical patients: A prospective cohort study”, found in the May 2025 issue of the EJA.By EJA

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Why Nick Ford Drove a Lorry Over a Prototype (and What It Taught Him About Design) 54:19

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“We weren’t going to prove durability with a spreadsheet — we needed to drive a lorry over it and watch what happened.” In this final episode of Series 2, I sit down with Nick Ford, founder of PipSqueak 3D and Patent Ferret, to explore how a nontraditional path — from sweeping workshop floors to designing urban furniture used across London — shaped…

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CA job market lags behind other states, CEO of Edison discusses Eaton Fire, How we manage pain when we age and more! 1:39:20

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Today on AirTalk, California continues to struggle with job creation despite the state becoming the 4th largest economy in the world; Covered California investigated for sharing sensitive information with LinkedIn; How to build effective relationships and credibility at work; CEO of Edison International discusses the Eaton Fire and the way our bodi…

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Tariffs on Hollywood productions, How to refer to elders, Irvine Strawberry fields and more! 1:39:23

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Today on AirTalk, President Trump authorizes 100% tariff on any and all movie productions coming outside of the U.S.; the idea of 'old age'; phonetics-based teaching; NASA's Golden Record exhibit in Santa Barbara and how strawberries took root across the region. Today on AirTalk Trump's latest tariff on all movies made outside the US (0:15) The ide…

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California's population bounces back, Austin tries Ray's BBQ, FilmWeek reviews 1:39:13

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Today on AirTalk, new data shows that California's population drain is reversing; can we justify AI-generated mental therapy?; Texas style BBQ; FilmWeek and celebrating movies that have anniversaries this year. California's population bounces back (00:17) Should we trust AI therapists? (19:59) Ray's BBQ (38:25) FilmWeek: ‘Thunderbolts,’ ‘Bonjour Tr…

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Food Friday BBQ Series: Ray's BBQ 12:54

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April showers bring May barbecue? The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer, which means that enjoying a rack of ribs at a weekend family BBQ is a must. Of course when you think of BBQ the next thought is Texas or Louisiana or Tennessee. But LA has some notable smokes of their own. For the whole month of May, AirTalk's Food Frid…

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CA Attorney General Rob Bonta, Listeners thoughts on '60 Minutes' editing controversy, and TV Talk: Shows to watch 1:39:21

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Today on AirTalk, CA Attorney General Rob Bonta talks about California's efforts to challenge Trump; The Corporation for Public Broadcasting files lawsuit against the President; listeners weigh in on 60 Minutes editing controversy; law enforcement agencies step back from responding to mental health emergencies; and TV Talk. Attorney General Bonta o…

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TV Talk: ‘The Four Seasons,’ ‘St. Denis Medical,’ ‘Dark Winds,’ and more! 19:43

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Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the…

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Fire debris raise concern, School choice in California, Can you trust your gut? 1:39:22

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Today on AirTalk, debris buildup in the catch basins around the fire zones raises concern; tens of thousands of L.A. County workers are on strike; the implementation of Measure HLA; and an expert ways in on intuition. Fire debris buildup raises concern (00:17) LA County workers strike (21:42) Measure HLA (31:26) School choice in California (51:21) …

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Why 97% of Hardware Startups Fail (and How to Avoid It) with Sera Evcimen 57:53

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"97% of hardware startups fail. And a lot of the time, it’s the same mistakes repeated over and over again." In this episode of Why Design, I’m joined by Sera Evcimen, Founder of Pratik Development, Innovation Advisor at FORGE and Techstars Paris, and host of the hardware startup podcast The Builder Circle. Sera has built a career around one goal —…

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Altadena sees increase in burglaries, the point of the penny, the rise of romantasy 1:40:12

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Today on AirTalk, an increase in burglary cases in Altadena after wildfires; California becomes the next state to try out robo-trucks; the future of the penny; and the rise of Erotica. Altadena's increase in burglaries (00:17) Robo-trucks in California (16:03) Do we need the penny? (36:37) What do cuts to Medicaid mean for California? (51:24) Eroti…

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LA Budget deficit, Wine tariffs, Embryo rights, and more 1:39:21

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Today on AirTalk: LA's budget deficit explained (0:15) Are tariffs affecting the win industry (19:55) Embryo and fetus rights (32:42) Latest on deportation Trump's efforts (51:55) Pasadena Playhouse celebrates 100 years (1:10:01) Where is the best place to live in SoCal? (1:26:56) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (w…

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What will incentivize you to have a baby, Austin tries Turkish ice cream, FilmWeek reviewsFilmWeek 1:39:41

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Today on AirTalk, what will incentivize you to have a baby? Also on the show, can you spend your way out of loneliness?; preparing for the summer heat with Turkish ice cream; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and we check in on the physical media industry with Dominic Patten, senior editor & tv critic at Deadline and Peter Rainer, wh…

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Congestion pricing in New York, Sharing the same job with your partner, and TV Talk: shows to watch 1:39:33

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Today on AirTalk, will congestion pricing in New York City last and could LA adopt the same measures? Also on the program, the pros and cons of dating coworkers; how LA's budget shortfall is affecting affordable housing; the benefits of microdosing psychedelics; and more. Will congestion pricing in NYC last? (00:17) Sharing the same job with your p…

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TV Talk: ‘Andor,’ ‘Étoile,’ ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North,’ and more 18:48

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Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the…

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Tesla stocks drop, Why LAX isn't growing in passenger count, 20 years of Youtube 1:39:15

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Today on AirTalk, Tesla faces massive drops in profits as owner Elon Musk plans to dedicate more time to his company by May. A new bill looks to ban teens below a certain height from riding shotgun. Also on the show, author and psychologist Scott Barryt Kaufman discusses his new book; Why LAX isn't growing in passenger count and AirTalk celebrates …

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Designing a Better Future with Seaweed: Georgios Gkotsis on Replacing Plastics at Scale 52:37

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“There’s a huge amount of innovation in sustainable materials—but very few are truly built around the problem.” In this episode of Why Design, I’m joined by Georgios Gkotsis, CTO at Kelpi, a Bristol-based startup creating high-performance seaweed-based coatings to replace fossil plastics in long shelf life packaging. Georgios has built a career at …

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Do April showers make you feel dour 14:18

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The weather has been playing with hearts here in LA. There was one week in April that teased us with some warm sunshine, but just as soon as we all reached for our sunblock and shorts, last week rolled in with dreary clouds and a chilly breeze. With all the back and forth, it's hard to keep your mood up. We all know that weather impacts our mental …

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Pope Francis dies at 88, WHO agress to pandemic treaty, History of the Coachella Valley 1:38:50

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We discuss Pope Francis' legacy after his death. What is the WHO's pandemic treaty, and how can we better prepare for the next global outbreak? Summer camps are expensive. We'll hear from listeners about their trips for finding the best summer programs at lower costs. What is in store for the future of California's FAIR PLAN? We find out how recent…

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Consumer confidence is at a low, Yeastie Boys, Oscars' add Best Stunt Design 1:40:38

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Today on AirTalk, we examine why consumer confidence continues to decline. Also on the show, a new book considers the science behind luck; we chow down on some bagels with the beloved Yeastie Boys; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle speaks with ‘John Wick’ filmmaker Chad Stahelski on the new Best Stunt Design category at …

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Yeastie Boys brings the LA bagel to Coachella 11:50

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Coachella’s final weekend kicks off today, and if you didn’t manage to get a ticket you may be scrolling social media right now trying to catch snippets of the live performances. But Coachella is much more than just a music festival. It has also become known for its food vendors, many of them some of LA’s most beloved restaurants. Today on AirTalk,…

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Quality of Life Index report, TV Talk, Road to Recovery: An AirTalk Event 1:40:34

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Today on AirTalk, a new UCLA Quality of Life Index report shows cost of living, fire recovery, and deportation concerns are high for Angelenos. Also on the program, we check in on The Broad museum and its new expansion; we get the latest with the NBA Playoffs; our TV critics review the latest shows; we broadcast our April 16th special in-person con…