Best Paskin Podcasts (2026)

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New Year's Day flood watch, One dead Mt Baldy hiker identified, Rose Parade gets drenched— Morning Edition 4:41

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LA could be facing its wettest New Year's Day in more than 90 years. One of the hikers who died at Mount Baldy has been identified, and neighbors are in shock. The Rose Parade is getting wet and wild. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist t…

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Trump drops push to use National Guard in LA, Cabrillo Beach polar plunge, LAist remembers beloved spots lost in fire — Evening Edition 4:48

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President Trump says he's dropping his push to use federalized National Guard troops in Los Angeles, for now. What's the fate of this year's local polar plunge following a coastal sewage spill? LAist turned listener memories of Altadena and Pacific Palisades into illustrations. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at…

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L.A. parking ticket map tracker, NYE storm forecast, 2025 year in review from LAist watchdog team— Afternoon 4:59

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The city of L.A. launches a new website to track parking tickets. It's going to be a rainy New Years Eve and we'll take a closer look at your forecast. And our watchdog correspondent breaks down his top investigations this year. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to rec…

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Evacuation Warnings for New Year's storm, Mt Baldy mystery following hikers' deaths, NYE in SoCal— Morning Edition 4:48

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Evacuations warnings go in effect as another stormy holiday comes to SoCal. There's a mystery at Mount Baldy following the deaths of three hikers. How to celebrate New Year's Eve in SoCal. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a …

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A New Year’s Message from Willa 2:08

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Latest on TikTokker shot by ICE, Recycling your Christmas tree, LAist's Rose Parade Guide — Evening Edition 4:51

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We have the latest on federal charges against an LA TikTok creator shot by an ICE agent. How to give your Christmas tree a second life as mulch. And LAist has a great guide for how to make the most out of this year's Rose Parade. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com…

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2026 Rose Parade guide, Look back at the digital equity beat, Christmas tree recycling — Afternoon Edition 4:45

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Tips on how to make the most out of the 2026 Rose Parade. We'll hear from our digital equity reporter about the stop stories she covered this year. And, how to recycle your Christmas tree in L.A. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit …

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Reiner autopsy release blocked, Investors buying burn zone lots, Soggy New Year's— Morning Edition 4:39

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A judge has blocked the release of Rob Reiner's autopsy. Investors are scooping up more lots in LA burn zones. SoCal New Year celebrations may get soggy. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any…

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Sales tax proposal could fund LAFD, Plastic bags to be banned this week, Why umbrellas are banned at the Rose Parade — Evening Edition 4:31

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A proposed sales tax could help fund LA's fire department. We break down a plastic bag ban taking effect in the new year. There's rain in the forecast for this year's Rose Parade, so find out why officials have banned umbrellas. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com …

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Guaranteed basic Income program for college students, 2025 year in review from the science beat, ASL instructor awarded CA Teacher of the Year — Afternoon Edition 5:00

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We'll tell you about the woman behind a guaranteed basic income program for community college students. For Climate Monday, our science reporter looks back on the top stories of 2025. And a local ASL instructor winds one of the highest honors in the state. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit…

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"Richard LA" criminal case dismissed, Wrightwood water is safe, Cole's delays closing... again— Morning Edition 4:01

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An LA TikToker, accused of trying to ram ICE agents with his car, has his criminal case tossed. The water is now safe in Wrightwood, but the cleanup from last week's storm is only getting started. An iconic restaurant that has been on the verge of closing, gets one more lease on life. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by dona…

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Ep. 382: Freud on Group Psychology (Part Two) 48:42

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Continuing on the first half of Sigmund Freud's Group Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego, now getting really into Freud's own type of explanation, whereby he explains how libidinal ties bind group members, typically via their shared love of a leader or leading idea. Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support …

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Santa Ana wind hazards, Castaic gas leak, Bandfest comes to Pasadena — Sunday Edition 5:42

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Santa Ana winds arrive tonight in Southern California putting trees in wet soil from last week’s storm at risk of falling. The 5 freeway is open and shelter in place orders are lifted after a gas pipe ruptured in the Castaic area yesterday. Bandfest gives Angelenos a preview of the Rose Parade’s world renowned marching bands. Plus, more. Support Th…

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RV disposal legal dispute, A wet New Year, The Monarch Butterfly count kicks off — Saturday Edition 4:26

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RV residents in LA are demanding the City hit the brakes on removing abandoned RVs. Santa Ana winds hit Sunday with more rain in store for New Year's Eve. The Western Monarch Butterfly count begins today and scientists are on the hunt for a rare butterfly. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…

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LA County beach hazards, Rat poison is killing wildlife at alarming rates, CA's high-speed rail lawsuit — Evening Edition 4:33

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The latest on the holiday storm. Rat poison is killing fish and wildlife at alarming rates. And, an update on the high-speed rail lawsuit in California. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a w…

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Wrightwood mudslide clean up begins, Best bites in SoCal for 2025, Annual monarch butterfly count— Afternoon Edition 5:00

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Crews in Wrightwood assets the damage from mudslides and begin clean up efforts. LAist food and culture editor Gab Chabrán looks back on the best food he ate in 2025. Plus, how you can get involved for the annual Western Monarch Count. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist…

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PEL Presents PvI#108: Guess Who's Coming to Christmas Dinner... Lawrence Ware! 51:22

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Philosopher/writer/critic/podcaster Lawrence Ware returns to the show to meet Mary and talk about how Mark is his own personal Leroy Jesus. We act out and/or discuss orphan greeting cards, face-to-face instruction vs. writing books, imaginary friends, laugh trumpets, black ice, and is aesthetic judgment (especially of yourself) a mistake? Hear more…

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Historic rainfall, Wrightwood transitions to recovery, Eaton survivors on Xmas— Morning Edition 4:59

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It's another day of showers in SoCal, in what's becoming a historic year of rain. The life-saving efforts are over in Wrightwood, but residents are still dealing with debris-caused nightmares. The Eaton Fire area dried out enough to enjoy a Merry Christmas. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and b…

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Second Wave of the holiday storm, Federal funding cuts cause library program to stop, What makes a good Christmas movie?— Evening Edition 4:47

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The second wave of heavy rainfall is expected to pour over us tonight. We also check in on the damage SoCal has endured so far by the storm. And what makes a holiday movie good? Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Bu…

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Heavy rains continues tonight, Irvine’s gondola public transit system cost, Citadel record tall Christmas tree— Afternoon Edition 5:14

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Heavy rain remains in the forecast for the Christmas holiday. LAist Orange County reporter Yusra Farzan looks back on the biggest stories she broke this year. Plus, the world’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree isn't at the Rockefeller Center but at the Citadel Outlet Mall. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https:…

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PvI#108: Guess Who’s Coming to Christmas Dinner… Lawrence Ware! 53:20

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Philosopher/writer/critic/podcaster Lawrence Ware returns to the show to meet Mary and talk about how Mark is his own personal Leroy Jesus. We act out and/or discuss orphan greeting cards, face-to-face instruction vs. writing books, imaginary friends, laugh trumpets, black ice, and is aesthetic judgment (especially of yourself) a mistake? Sponsors:…

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Wave 2 of Christmas Storm, Veterans win housing ruling, Interest-free wildfire recovery loans— Morning Edition 4:50

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The worst of Wednesday's rain may be in the past, but some serious threats remain. We've got the latest on alerts and evacuations, including the emergency in Wrightwood. SoCal Veterans get a big win when it comes to future housing. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.c…

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Holiday Storm is well underway, VA required to build more housing, OC Supervisor pay increases— Evening Edition 4:39

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Tonight, we check in on the atmospheric river soaking the region. The VA has been ordered to build more housing. A 25% pay increase was given to OC Supervisors. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used t…

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PEL Presents PMP#212: Holiday Romance Films 57:58

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The Hallmark Channel became famous for producing low-budget, formulaic Christmas films, and this has spread to other outlets, sometimes with higher budgets and ambitions. Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al each watched a smattering of these and share their reflections on the genre and their specific experiences. Get an ad-free experience, plus bonus …

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Latest on Christmas Eve storm, Lookback at June immigration raids, Powerball jackpot jumps to $1 billion— Afternoon Edition 4:57

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Forecasters warn that the worst of the storm has yet to come. For Watchdog Wednesday, our watchdog team looks back at coverage of the immigration raids and protests in LA over the summer. Plus, the Powerball jackpot tops $1 billion dollars and you could be the lucky winner this Christmas Eve. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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Flash Flood Warnings, Huntington Beach councilmember sues for defamation, New Year's plot suspects indicted— Morning Edition 4:30

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The first wave of an atmospheric river has arrived in Southern California, sparking Flash Flood Warnings across the region. A Huntington Beach city councilmember is suing the local school board president for defamation. The four people accused in a New Year's Eve bombing plot are formally indicted. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. …

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The latest forecast on the holiday storm, Ways to reduce postage costs, LA Unified expands Winter Academy program— Evening Edition 4:34

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The latest update on the Christmas storm over LA. A new way to reduce postage costs during the holidays. Cheaper stamps at the post office. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affa…

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Incoming storm details, LAUSD Winter Academy expands, Year in review from early childhood education reporter — Afternoon Edition 5:00

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SoCal is bracing for major rainfall to hit the area later tonight. LAUSD is expanding its winter break learning program. Plus, LAist early childhood reporter shares her top stories of 2025. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with …

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Major storm arrives tonight, Police street takeover struggles, Fees for gift returns— Morning Edition 4:43

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A major storm is heading for SoCal sparking evacuation warnings near recent burn areas. Plus, roads are closing down, and sandbags are being handed out. We'll tell you how to prepare for the worst. And police are struggling to take on street racing and takeovers. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join…

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Evacuation orders go out to burn scar areas, Southern Californians travelling by the millions, New music festival comes to Santa Monica — Evening Edition 4:33

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Evacuation orders go out ahead of holiday storm. Southern Californians are expected to travel in record numbers this year. Santa Monica gets a new music festival. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used…

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Overdue deal between LA28 and city of L.A, Eaton Fire look back, Animator Phil Roman gets LA honor—Afternoon Edition 4:56

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Why a high stakes deal between the city of L.A and the 2028 Olympic organizers is almost three months late. For Climate Monday, we'll take a look back at LAist's coverage of the January fires. And a legendary Latino animator is getting his flowers. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.pre…

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Flood watch announcement, New LA housing laws, 101 mountain lion excitement— Morning Edition 4:56

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A major storm is coming, and holiday travel will be affected. The verdict is in for an LA tow truck driver accused of stealing a federal car during an immigration raid. New housing laws are about to take effect, and they could hit your wallet. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting htt…

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Ep. 382: Freud on Group Psychology (Part One) 45:50

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On the first half of Sigmund Freud's Group Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego (1921). Why do members of a mob get dumber and less inhibited? Freud considers Gustave Le Bon's famous book on crowds but then turns to more organized groups like armies and churches. For all groups, Freud thinks that the leader (or leading ideal) replaces our conscie…

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Major storm this week, A tour of Norton Simon, Hollywood artifacts owned by L.A. — Sunday Edition 9:36

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Weather forecasters now say the storm hitting L.A. and Ventura counties this week will bring major rainfall. Why Californians may need to get more supermarket tote bags. We take you to the Norton Simon, Pasadena's art gem. And did you know that the city of L.A. owns thousands of pieces of Hollywood memorabilia? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report b…

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HB's big legal loss, Mental health service for fire survivors, Ode to Hotel Cafe — Saturday Edition 10:46

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A big housing ruling against the city of Huntington Beach. A local nonprofit got additional funding to provide mental health services to fire survivors. We take you to Cafe Hotel, a beloved small music venue in Hollywood that is expanding in 2026. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prep…

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Leaking oil well in Newport Beach, LA Angels settle with Tyler Skaggs family, The 405 freeway partially closes — Evening Edition 4:33

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The latest on a leaking oil well in Newport Beach. The Los Angeles Angels settle a lawsuit with the family of Tyler Skaggs. The 405 is slated to be partially closed. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car u…

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High-speed internet for Catalina Island, 'Love & Basketball' turns 25, Holiday tradition of making Ponche — Afternoon Edition 5:00

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Catalina Island is awarded a $37 million grant to install high-speed internet. The movie Love & Basketball turns 25 this year. LAist reporter Adolfo Guzman-Lopez shares his holiday tradition of making ponche. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi E…

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PEL Presents NEM#244: Year-End Chat with NEM Audio Editor Roger Heathers 1:05:27

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In a special holiday episode, we get to meet musician and podcaster Roger Heathers, who edits this show. Together, Roger and I discuss how we make the show and share some highlights and challenges re. recent guests. At the beginning and the end of the show, you get to hear two tracks from his soon to be released Upward Spiral: "Guard Dogs" and "Hop…

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Anaheim credit card purchases, DHS defends deportation of army vet, Rams OT thriller— Morning Edition 5:00

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LAist has discovered that the City of Anaheim has been using credit cards for purchases... a lot. Homeland Security defends the deportation of an army vet from the San Fernando Valley. California regulators are cutting utility company profits, but just by a wee bit. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/j…

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Fire-damaged complex gets funded, Christmas storm forecast, Trans youth care funding cuts proposed — Evening Edition 4:33

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An affordable housing complex that was damaged in the Eaton Fire is getting 2 million dollars in state dollars for repairs. SoCal could get two to four inches of rain during Christmas week. Funding cuts to hospital that provides trans youth with hormones and surgeries. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.co…

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Kids books on translating for parents, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' and 'The Housemaid' previews, 'Home Alone' gingerbread house comes to LA— Afternoon Edition 5:00

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We'll look at what it's like to serve as the family translator, when you're a kid. A preview of the films: Avatar: Fire and Ash and The Housemaid. Plus, the house in Home Alone is coming to Hollywood, gingerbread style. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FR…

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PREMIUM-Ep. 381: Aquinas on Ethical Psychology (Part Three) 10:41

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We discuss the first six questions from the "Moral Action" section in the Summa Theologica (1268), which we read in Thomas Aquinas: Selected Philosophical Writings (1993). If you're not hearing the full version of this part of the discussion, sign up via one of the options described at partiallyexaminedlife.com/support.…

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Reiner attorney calls for restraint, Eaton survivors facing homelessness, Mayor Bass hot mic incident— Morning Edition 4:32

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The lawyer for Rob Reiner's son is calling on the public to let the justice system work. Eaton Fire survivors are sounding the alarm about the threat of homelessness. Researchers say the death toll from January's fires is much higher than we think, and they have the health data that proves it. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Repor…