Best The Digital Lighthouse Podcasts (2025)

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Why ensemble working builds stronger engineering teams with Clare Sudbery | The Digital Lighthouse 37:07

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In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse, host Zoe Cunningham talks with Clare Sudbery — independent technical coach, consultant, and international speaker with over 25 years in software engineering. Clare has worked across healthcare, insurance, and travel, and now helps technical teams boost performance through clarity, alignment, and collaborat…

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Best and worst Thanksgiving side dishes, Should you still go into tech? and more 1:39:12

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Today on AirTalk: Who will own Warner Bros. Discovery? (0:15) Trump admin court cases (15:42) Best and worst Thanksgiving side dishes (34:37) Is the CBP surveilling us? (51:17) Should you still go into tech? (1:18:18) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfir…

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The Faithful Origin Of Thanksgiving 39:39

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Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Lauren revisits her conversation with Author and Historian, Dr. Jerry Newcombe, on the faith-steeped history of the holiday and the Pilgrims who landed in the New World. Fleeing from Europe to the New World in search of religious freedom in 1620, the Pilgrims initially intended to settle in northern Virginia, near…

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Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods? Renate Reinsve, and more 1:39:03

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Today on AirTalk: A Ukrainian peace deal? Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods? Food Friday: Armenian Bakery; FilmWeek: What should you watch this week; and Renate Reinsve joins the show. Today on AirTalk: A Ukrainian peace deal? (0:15) Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods? (21:04) Food Friday: Armenian Bakery (34:26) FilmWeek: What…

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TPP 124b: Seth Perler on How Parents Can Help Their Kids Work Through Resistance 1:29:14

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Executive functioning/education coach Seth Perler explores the concept of resistance in differently-wired kids and shares strategies and tools for how parents can support their kids in learning how to face their resistance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber

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What to know about LAX ahead of Thanksgiving travel, TV Talk, and more 1:39:45

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Today on AirTalk: a new jobs report; What to know about LAX ahead of Thanksgiving travel; Are California facilities handling toxins are at risk for flooding? PUSD budget; Mexico protests; and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: A surprisingly strong jobs report (0:15) What to know about LAX ahead of Thanksgiving travel (16:13) Are California facilities hand…

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CA gubernatorial race check-in, PetTalk: Pet questions answered by a vet, and more 1:39:05

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Today on AirTalk: The CA gubernatorial race; how periods affect our brains; our expert vet answers your questions; and a check-in on the US-China tech war. Today on AirTalk: The CA gubernatorial race heats up (0:15) How do periods affect our brains? (24:25) Our expert vet answers your questions (51:14) Check-in on the US-China tech war (1:25:51) Vi…

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UC schools check-in, Best things to buy abroad, and more 1:40:10

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Today on AirTalk: Weather update; Can regular gun range use lead to brain damage? Could your gut hold potential cures? UC schools in the Trump era; the box office slump; and best buys abroad. Today on AirTalk: Weather update (0:15) Can regular gun range use lead to brain damage? (32:15) Could your gut hold potential cures? (32:15) UC schools in the…

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TPP 475: Dr. Tamar Chansky on Freeing Your Child from OCD 37:17

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Today we’re unpacking a topic that so many families struggle to understand—Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD—especially when it shows up in children. My guest is Dr. Tamar Chansky, a clinical psychologist and author of the newly updated and revised edition of her seminal book Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. In our convers…

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AI music, How SSRIs are affecting our sex drives, and more 1:39:12

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Today on AirTalk: the latest on the Epstein files; AI songs on the Billboard charts; the rise of the NFL; SSRIs and their impact on our sex drive; and the history of performance reviews. Today on AirTalk: What's in the Epstein files? (0:15) How is the music industry reacting to AI music? (14:26) A new book on the rise of the NFL (35:39) How are SSR…

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The Saints Creator On Faith & Legacy 43:11

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With season two of the Martin Scorsese production of "The Saints" now streaming on Fox Nation, Lauren revisits her conversation with the series creator, Matti Leshem, on the inspiration behind the show and the delicate storytelling behind each episode. Matt, who is Jewish, talks about working with Academy Award-winning director Martin Scorsese and …

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The end of the penny, Food Friday, and more 1:39:03

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Today on AirTalk: the end of the penny; why LinkedIn posts are so strange; Food Friday: Cook like an Armenian grandmother; FilmWeek: the latest releases; and a new biography of actor Cesar Romero. Today on AirTalk: The death of the penny? (0:15) How did LinkedIn get so weird? (19:27) Food Friday: Cook like an Armenian grandmother (34:51) FilmWeek: …

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Louvre Heist, SonicWall Breach, AI Dumber on Mondays, & Pinterest's Purpose 39:49

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The Lighthouse IT Podcast - November 14th, 2025This week, Matt and Griff cover: 🔐 Password = “LOUVRE” ☠️ SonicWall Breach: Mandiant Confirms State-Sponsored Attack 💸 Nvidia Breaks Records: First $5 Trillion Company 🤖 Is AI Dumber on Mondays? 🤐 Your ChatGPT Prompts Are Showing in Google Search Console 🔎 AI Training on Google Search Results Featuring…

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TPP 097b: A Masterclass in Executive Functioning with Seth Perler (Part 2 of 2) 41:09

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This week is a continuation of last week’s episode with executive functioning coach Seth Perler, which was so packed full of information (and also so long) that I had to break it up into two separate episodes, which I’m now referring to as a “masterclass” in executive functioning. In last week’s episode, Seth shared his protocol for setting up a ch…

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AI Interaction Confidentiality, TV Talk, and more 1:39:42

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Today on AirTalk: What we know about the coming storm (0:15) Should AI interactions be confidential? (14:44) New book on boxer Joe Louis' legacy (32:25) Are 'campuses' for the unhoused a solution? (51:45) TV Talk: What to watch now (1:24:54) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepa…

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City Council vote on rent stabilization, An interview with Susan Orlean, and more 1:39:06

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Today on AirTalk: LA City Council votes on rent stabilization; the cultural significance of Zohran Mamdani; how to write a joke; Bill Gates' comments on climate; and an interview with Susan Orlean. Today on AirTalk: LA City Council votes on rent stabilization (0:15) The cultural significance of Zohran Mamdani (19:46) How to write a joke (32:47) Res…

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From good to great: The secrets of team effectiveness with Sean Riches 29:36

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What separates a good team from a truly great one? In this episode of The Digital Lighthouse, host Zoe Cunningham sits down with Sean Riches, founder and managing director of Erskine Nash Associates, to explore the science and psychology behind high-performing teams.With over 20 years’ experience in leadership, organisational psychology, and consul…

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The latest on flight cancellations, AI in the classroom, and more 1:39:21

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Today on AirTalk: Latest on flight cancellations (0:15) AI in the classroom (16:10) Parenting a new generation (37:05) The climate leadership void (51:27) The latest on the beef industry (1:07:01) What happens when you fall out of love (1:24:48) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be p…

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TPP 474: Debbie & Penny Williams on Navigating the Launch of Neurodivergent Young Adults (Part 1) 42:14

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Today we’re diving into one of the most tender and complex stages of parenting—launching our neurodivergent young adults into independence, or more accurately, interdependence. My guest is Penny Williams, a parenting coach for neurodiverse families and the award-winning author of four books on ADHD, including Boy Without Instructions. In this episo…

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Potential government shutdown deal, SNAP update, and more 1:39:13

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Today on AirTalk: Government shutdown update (0:15) Vertical video (17:06) AI mental health advice (33:49) SNAP update (51:!4) Gen Z in the job market (1:07:10) LA billboards (1:25:54) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency…

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"Plans For Your Good": A Conversation With Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison 37:17

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Most politicians tend to write books about their accomplishments while in office. But Scott Morrison, a former Prime Minister of Australia, wanted to write about what God has done and continues to do for him. Morrison is candid about how God brought him through some of the most harrowing days of his leadership of Australia, a country not known for …

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Government shutdown check in, Food Friday, and more 1:39:03

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Today on AirTalk: Government shutdown (0:15) Political movements and political figures (15:22) Food Friday (35:51) FilmWeek (51:17) Interview with Sir Roger Deakins (1:26:20) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency…

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TPP 096a: A "Masterclass" in Executive Functioning with Seth Perler (Part 1 of 2) 36:28

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Executive functioning coach Seth Perler joins me for a two-part series in which Seth shares with us the exact approach he uses with students he works with when helping them foster their fledgling executive functioning skills. In this episode, Seth shares with us his protocol for setting up a child for success in their developing executive functioni…

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Flight reductions, Nancy Pelosi's retirement, and more 1:39:00

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Today on AirTalk: Flight reductions (0:15) Pelosi retirement (16:19) Chat-GPT erotica (31:49) New response to homelessness in OC (51:14) Interview with Blumhouse CEO (1:07:40) TV Talk (1:23:31) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergen…

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Proposition 50 passes, Implications of the NYC mayoral race, An interview with LA county's probation chief, and more 1:39:03

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Today on AirTalk, we discuss the early results for Proposition 50; the implications of the NYC mayoral race; an interview with historian Richard Bell on his new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World; an interview with LA County's probation chief; and how to restore your mental state after a chaotic day. Today on AirTalk: Prop 50 (0…

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Prop 50 check in, AI in drug development, Rose Bowl/UCLA lawsuit and more 1:40:10

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Today on AirTalk, Election day: Prop 50; Gen Z nostalgia; Rose Bowl/UCLA lawsuit; AI drug development, and What to do when your friend cheats. Today on AirTalk Election day: Prop 50 (0:15) Gen Z nostalgia (25:48) Rose Bowl/UCLA lawsuit (49:40) AI drug development (1:12:19) What to do when your friend cheats (1:26:35) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to r…

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TPP 473: A Conversation with Naomi Fisher About EMDR 38:50

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Today we’re exploring EMDR—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing—a therapeutic approach that’s been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma, including for neurodivergent individuals. My guest is Dr. Naomi Fisher, a clinical psychologist who specializes in trauma, autism, and alternative education, and an expert in EMDR. Naomi will s…

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Dodgers are world champs again, MacArthur Park fence proposal and more! 1:40:04

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Today on AirTalk, the Dodgers are back-to-back World Champs; Iron fence proposal for MacArthur Park; Best TV shows to watch with your kids; Dodger history; SoCal Edison recovery program; German exiles in the Palisades and Dodger Parade Live. Today on AirTalk The Dodgers are back-to-back World Champs (0:15) Iron fence proposal for MacArthur Park (25…

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The Light For Today 49:06

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There's a hunger in this world for God. You may not know it; you may not feel it. But the insatiable need for a transcendent love that surpasses all understanding is at the root of all our angst and anguish. Just think about the 2024 Grammy Song of the Year, "What Was I Made For?" It may be the Billie Eilish tune for the movie Barbie, but it may as…

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Economy check-in, Posting significant others online, Food Friday, and more 1:39:04

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Today on AirTalk: the Federal Reserve announced a cut in interest rates; we try to figure out why women are posting their boyfriends online less; and Food Friday: Charcuterie. Later, Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer, Tim Cogshell, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms …

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AWS Outage, Redis Red Alert, Claude Skills, AI Browser, & Reels First 41:14

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The Lighthouse IT Podcast - October 31st, 2025 This week, Matt and Griff cover: 📉 #AWS US-East-1 outage disrupted major services 🛏️ Eight Sleep smartbeds malfunctioned during AWS outage 🌐 #OpenAI launches #ChatGPT Atlas browser, starting the AI browser wars 💼 Meta revives job listings in Facebook, but within Marketplace 💬 Meta to shut down Messenge…

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TPP 342a: Dr. Devorah Heitner on Parenting Kids Who Are Growing Up in Public 55:57

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Today, we’re talking about such a pressing consideration for anyone raising a kid these days — what it means for today’s generation of kids to grow up with very public lives and coming of age in a digital world where so many aspects of their lives are online and available for public consumption, not to mention that much of their important work of i…

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Priest shortage, SNAP benefits and the federal government shutdown, and more 1:39:29

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Today on AirTalk, Triple Play: The Dodgers fall behind in Game 5 of the World Series; A decline in the number of Catholic priests; and the government shutdown puts SNAP recipients at risk. Later, we check in on Southern California rehab centers and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk, Triple Play (0:15) Priest shortage (15:06) SNAP (33:52) SoCal rehab center…

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SoCal Edison Eaton fire recovery program, Donors behind Prop 50, and more 1:39:10

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Today on AirTalk: The CEO of SoCal Edison’s announces Eaton fire recovery program; the Norton Simon Museum celebrates 50 years; the donors behind the Prop 50 campaigns; and Paramount lays off 1,000 workers amid interest in Warner Bros. merger. Today on AirTalk: SoCal Edison Eaton fire recovery program (0:15) Norton Simon Museum 50th anniversary (50…

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Dodgers' World Series Game 3, Decorating for Halloween, Human Cat Relations, and more 1:39:07

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Today on AirTalk: Larry and Nick Roman recap Game 3 of the World Series; more menopausal women are taking testosterone; Dr. Halloween gives his decorating advice; Prop 50 explainer; and a history of cat-human relations. Today on AirTalk: World Series (0:15) Women and testosterone (15:20) Halloween decorations (33:32) Prop 50 (51:22) A history of ca…

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TPP 472: Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart on Transforming Conflict Into Connection with our Teens 41:53

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Today we’re talking about one of my favorite topics — what it really means to connect, collaborate, and let go of control as our kids grow into themselves as they enter the transformative teen years. My guest is Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, a pediatric psychologist and parent coach who helps overwhelmed parents raise confident, emotionally healthy kids…

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Support for Trump among Latino voters, Interview with William Shatner, LA's history with smog, and more 1:39:10

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Today on AirTalk: a New AP-NORC poll on support of Trump among Latino Voter; Roblox launches a parent council amid safety concerns; and the history of smog in LA. Also Triple Play on the World Series; Larry interviews William Shatner about 'Wrath of Khan;' and a new book on the Black Dahlia murder. Today on AirTalk: New AP-NORC poll on Latino Voter…

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Nick Vujicic: God’s Plan for Being Close to the Brokenhearted 37:21

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Born without arms or legs, Christian author and ministry founder Nick Vujicic knows what it means to be brokenhearted. After nearly taking his own life as a child, God’s grace transformed his pain into purpose. Now, 20 years into his global ministry, Vujicic discusses his new book Champions for the Brokenhearted, a call for the Church to recognize …

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Should athletes be able to major in college sports? The Dodgers prepare for the World Series, and More 1:02:49

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Today on AirTalk, we explore the rifts in the Democratic party; should you be able to major in sports?; Triple Play — the Dodgers attempt to repeat in the World Series; and FilmWeek: Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms. Today on A…

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TPP 356a: Supporting Healthy Digital Media Use for Neurodivergent Kids 41:43

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Many of our kids spend a LOT of time engaging on screens and with technology, and I don’t know about you, but for me it feels like this is an ever-changing, and fast-changing landscape, and one that can be hard to stay on top of. Whether we’re talking about assistive technology, videos, games, or social media, these forms of media continue to offer…

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NBA gambling scandal, A proposed new definition of obesity, Lead in protein powders? and more 1:02:05

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Today on AirTalk, the FBI announces charges tied to an NBA gambling scandal; New research finds almost 70% of U.S. adults are considered obese under a proposed new definition of obesity; Consumer Reports finds high levels of lead in popular protein powders and shakes; Larry is joined by LAist climate and environment reporter Erin Stone to talk abou…

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Public opinion on nuclear power, NBA season preview, Overview of Prop 50, and more 1:03:17

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Today on AirTalk: Changes in the Department of Transportation's policy regarding English proficiency are causing a stir; Public opinion changes around nuclear power; NBA season preview; and the basics of Prop 50. Today on AirTalk: English proficiency exams for CDL holders (0:15) Nuclear energy and public opinion (24:17) NBA preview (24:17) Prop 50 …

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Warner Bros. Discovery potential sale, A new book on Tupac Shakur, The Dodgers' prospects in the World Series, and more 48:29

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Today on AirTalk, Warner Bros. Discovery considers a potential sale; an interview with author Jeff Pearlman on his new book about Tupac Shakur; Glynn Washington, host of Spooked! and Snap Judgement joins Larry for a conversation about storytelling and supernatural experiences; and The Dodgers prepare to face off against The Toronto Blue Jays in the…

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TPP 471: Chris Balme on Making Middle School an Adventure Worth Savoring 32:41

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My guest today is education leader and author Chris Balme, here to talk about his brand-new book Challenge Accepted: 50 Adventures to Make Middle School Awesome. In it, Chris gives middle schoolers themselves the tools to turn the ups and downs of adolescence into an adventure filled with meaning, growth, and connection. In our conversation, Chris …

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Robocalls and robotexts, Craft brewing, AI data centers, and more 1:04:14

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Today on AirTalk: Larry interviews the executive director of Covered California; the deluge of robocalls and robotexts; a check-in on the craft-brewing industry; AI data centers and energy usage; Camp Pendleton and the Interstate 5 shutdown; and real-time translation technology and language learning. Today on AirTalk: Interview with Covered Califor…