Best Smart Venues Podcasts (2025)

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Heard at SED Forum Spring: Embedding Sustainability in Sports & Entertainment Venues, Ep. 119 25:24

4d ago25:24

25:24

This episode of Smart Energy Voices features a live conversation exploring the unique sustainability challenges and opportunities within sports and entertainment venues with Bill Squires, Board Member of Green Sports Alliance and Chief Venues and Operation Officer for FIFA Men’s World Cup 2024/New York & New Jersey Host Committee, and Danielle Doza…

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Feds derailing CA high speed rail funding, DMV scam warning, Hollywood's real-life "Succession"— The A.M. Edition 8:26

12m ago8:26

8:26

California's high speed rail project may be losing $4 billion dollars in federal funding. California's DMV is warning drivers about fake ads offering discounts on registration costs. The real-life version of "Succession" that's happening behind-the-scenes in Hollywood. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting…

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Beyond the Brochure: What CVBs Really Do for Planners 39:15

5h ago39:15

39:15

Let us know what you think! What do you want to hear about? In this episode, hosts Eming Piansay and Sara Robertson sit down with two powerhouse destination experts: Kristin Delahunt, VP of Destination Services at Discover Atlanta, and Brynn Johnson, Director of Convention and Group Sales at Yakima Valley Tourism. Representing two wildly different …

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Driving ticketing & sponsorship with data, Drew Bentley 4:59

5h ago4:59

4:59

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Drew Bentley. They discussed applying data analytics across ticketing and sponsorship. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/driving-ticketing-sponsorship-with-data-drew-bentley

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Palm Springs person of interest arrested, Bill tackles Spanish-speaking teacher shortage — The P.M. Edition 5:58

10m ago5:58

5:58

A man linked to last month's bombing in Palm Springs has been arrested. A new state bill would help address California's shortage of Spanish-speaking teachers. There's a nationwide search going for Marty McFly's guitar from Back to the Future, which went missing from an L-A rental shop. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/j…

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Bakersfield girl stays in America, $600 million plan to rebuild wildfire-damaged schools, A maestro prepares for final concert— The A.M. Edition 8:44

23m ago8:44

8:44

A Bakersfield girl, whose family said she faced deportation while battling a life-threatening medical condition can stay in the U.S. for now. The $600 million dollar plan to rebuild schools damaged in the Palisades Fire and hopes that the feds will pick up the tab. Longtime Pacific Symphony conductor Carl St. Clair prepares to step back from the po…

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CA canine prison searches, Metro is free this weekend, Venues announced for Paralympics — The P.M. Edition 5:28

7m ago5:28

5:28

Anyone entering a California prison could be subject to a canine search under a new policy that rolls out this week. Metro is offering free rides systemwide this weekend. The venues for the 2028 Paralympic Games have been announced. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.…

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Feds threaten CA schools over transgender athletes, Long Beach unhoused population rises, a Sunset Strip staple is closing— The A.M. Edition 6:32

2h ago6:32

6:32

The feds tell California schools to ban transgender athletes or face a judge. Long Beach tries to explain its rise in the unhoused population. Another staple of the Sunset Strip is about to close its doors. Plus more. 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…

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SEAT 2025 - Nashville Preview, Josh Barney 54:41

10h ago54:41

54:41

Join Josh Barney, CEO of SEAT, as he shares what to expect at SEAT 2025 in Nashville. From planning and content themes to must-see sessions and travel tips. A must-attend for sports industry pros looking to build connections, solve challenges, and stay ahead of trends in sports and entertainment. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/josh-barney-se…

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Andrew Do is now volunteering, L.A. citrus quarantine, Jackie and Shadow's eaglet takes flight — The P.M. Edition 5:44

16h ago5:44

5:44

Disgraced former supervisor Andrew Do has been spotted volunteering. There's a new citrus quarantine in L.A. County due to a condition known as the sweet orange scab. In Big Bear, one of Jackie and Shadow's eaglets has taken off from the nest. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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Slain officer identified, UC Irvine lecturer banned, CA population rebound— The A.M. Edition 6:41

1d ago6:41

6:41

Police mourn the loss of an officer killed in the line of duty. A UC Irvine lecturer is speaking out after been banned from campus. why immigrants are to thank for California's recent population boom. Plus more. 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 Prepp…

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Netflix's Female Motorsport Series, NBA's $100M Player Predictions and LinkedIn's Creator Economy Move - Sports Geek Rapid Rundown 2:51

2d ago2:51

2:51

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore Netflix's new F1 Academy docuseries promoting women in motorsport, ESPN's prediction of the first $100M NBA player by 2032, and LinkedIn's pivot to revenue sharing with creators through Bra…

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Baldwin Parking shooting, New South Asian heart program, Becoming American — Sunday Edition 10:52

2d ago10:52

10:52

One officer is dead and one wounded in stable condition after a shooting in Baldwin Park on Saturday night. UCLA is launching a new program to prevent heart disease in South Asians. And the moment when our editor Suzanne Levy became an American citizen Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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LA hires big law firm, Federal sanctuary city list, Festival on MENA culture — Saturday Edition 10:56

3d ago10:56

10:56

The city of LA has obtained new legal representation to the tune of $900-thousand in a big homelessness spending case. Two pop-ups this weekend to let those who lost record collections in the L.A. fires to crate-dig for free. A festival today in downtown LA puts a spotlight on the culture of the Middle East and North Africa. Support The L.A. Report…

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LA County sought to send fire debris to the desert, West Hollywood celebrates PRIDE weekend, Irvine promises transparency on gondola project — The P.M. Edition 4:31

4d ago4:31

4:31

A new LAist report looks into where L.A. planned to send some of its fire debris. PRIDE weekend returns to the city of West Hollywood. We get the latest on Irvine's ambitious gondola project. Plus more. 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 Emergen…

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Saving Eaton Fire lumber, Riverside animal shelter crisis, Dog attack capital of U.S.— The A.M. Edition 9:14

4d ago9:14

9:14

The race to save the lumber that survived the Eaton Fire. Riverside County animals shelters are facing an overcrowding crisis. The postal service gives LA a new title: dog attack capital of America. Plus more. 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 …

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Warmer Weather to hit Inland Valleys and Desert, Metro to launch Mobility Wallet, Shark researcher on the legacy of 'Jaws' — The P.M. Edition 8:15

5d ago8:15

8:15

The National Weather Service says to expect warmer weather for parts of the Inland Valleys and desert. Metro launches the next phase in its delayed program for low-income Angelenos. A shark researcher on the influence of JAWS fifty years later. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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Stadium Wars in Kansas City, NIL Money Keeping NBA Prospects in College, and Real Madrid's $7.1B Valuation - Sports Geek Rapid Rundown 2:43

5d ago2:43

2:43

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore the high-stakes stadium negotiations in Kansas City, how NIL deals are changing NBA draft dynamics, Real Madrid's record $7.1 billion valuation, and Meta's AI assistant reaching one billion…

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A mother's encampment death, Could Mayor Bass take the stand?, Local Spelling Bee finalist— The A.M. Edition 8:15

7d ago8:15

8:15

A grieving family demands action after a matriarch is found dead in a homeless encampment. Mayor Karen Bass could take the stand to defend LA's homelessness spending. The Angelino who is looking to win the National Spelling Bee. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/L…

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Why Relationships Matter in Sport, Reuben Williams 6:49

6d ago6:49

6:49

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Reuben Williams. They discussed the importance of building connections and networking within the sports industry. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/why-relationships-matter-in-sport-reuben-williams

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Los Angeles plans to close city-run preschools, LAHSA lays off workers, Update on SoCal's toxic algae bloom — The P.M. Edition 6:22

6d ago6:22

6:22

Some L.A. parents are upset over plans to shutter city-run preschools. LA's agency managing homeless services offers workers volunteer buyouts. The Marine Mammal Care Center updates us on SoCal's toxic algae bloom. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receiv…

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Contentious hearing on LA homelessness, New COVID strain in CA, Missing tax refunds for wildfire survivors— The A.M. Edition 7:05

6d ago7:05

7:05

A federal hearing over the future of LA's homelessness funding is getting contentious. A new strain of COVID is in California and its highly contagious. Wildfire survivors are missing out on their tax refunds. Plus more. 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 F…

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Orange County prepares next year's budget, Irvine's ambitious gondola project is under scrutiny, New LAist report investigates Orange County contracts linked to Andrew Do — The P.M. Edition 7:53

6d ago7:53

7:53

Orange County is close to finalizing next year's budget. An ambitious gondola project has been proposed for Irvine's Great Park. Orange County agencies are reviewing contracts approved under former Supervisor Andrew Do's supervision. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.…

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A judge considers LA's homelessness funding, Bass demands vandal arrests, Parental notifications of transgender children— The A.M. Edition 6:55

7d ago6:55

6:55

The future of LA's homelessness spending is in the hands of a federal judge. Mayor Karen Bass is demanding action after a mob of vandals lets loose on Downtown LA. A school district tries to skirt state laws over transgender children. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi…

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Venues, Stakeholders & Community - Danielle Bleazby, Melbourne Park 1:04:29

8d ago1:04:29

1:04:29

In this episode, Danielle Bleazby, Director of Venues at Melbourne Park, shares her extensive experience in venue management and reveals strategies for creating exceptional fan experiences while balancing diverse stakeholder needs. Venue managers, event producers, and sports executives will find valuable insights on modern facility operations and f…

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Update to troubled Los Padrinos, LA's new plan to phase out oil drilling, Boyle Heights group cares for cat colonies— The P.M. Edition 8:05

9d ago8:05

8:05

An update to the troubled Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. L.A. has a new plan to phase out oil drilling. And a Boyle Heights group tackles the neighborhood strays, one kitty at a time. Plus more. 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 (wit…

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Memorial Day across SoCal, Mob of vandals hit downtown LA, CA's veterinarian shortage— The A.M. Edition 8:25

8d ago8:25

8:25

The Southland honors the heroes who sacrificed everything on the battlefield. Mayhem in downtown LA, when a concert turns into mob-fueled chaos. Why California is facing a shortage of veterinarians. Plus more. 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 …

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Disney+ Scores Women's Champions League, YouTube's Game-Changing Monetization Strategy - Sports Geek Rapid Rundown 2:45

9d ago2:45

2:45

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover Disney+ securing Women's Champions League rights for 5 years, YouTube's new monetization for Shorts creators, Google's NotebookLM AI productivity app gaining traction, and Anthropic's grou…

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Sonic boom, Robert Vargas's new mural, Seeing your burned lot cleared — Sunday Edition 11:38

9d ago11:38

11:38

That loud boom last night? It was a SpaceX spacecraft coming back to earth. L.A. artist Robert Vargas, known for his Shohei Ohtani and Fernando Venezuela murals, has a new subject: Altadena. In an essay, host Josie Huang puts into words the experience of seeing her family lot in Altadena cleared. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAi…

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Hotel worker wages, SD plane crash victims, Better mental health through nature sounds — Saturday Edition 10:47

10d ago10:47

10:47

An ordinance that would raise minimum wage for hotel and airport workers in L.A. heads to Mayor Karen Bass's desk. Some victims of the San Diego small plane crash have been identified. Turn on, drop out and tune in to the sound of nature to better your mental health. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting ht…

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SoCal Edison pays millions for Bobcat Fire, Renters sue over ash from fires, Dr. Dre celebrates Compton High School makeover— The P.M. Edition 8:54

11d ago8:54

8:54

SoCal Edison pays a multi-million dollar wildfire lawsuit. Renters are suing L.A. and Pasadena over toxic ash from January fires. Compton High School gets a makeover. Plus more. 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 purchase…

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LA City Council passes budget, Palm Springs bombing act of forgiveness, SoCal's best diners— The A.M. Edition 8:38

11d ago8:38

8:38

LA City Council approves a budget. An amazing act of forgiveness from the clinic at the center of Palm Springs' car bombing. Memorial Day weekend travel. Our favorite SoCal diners. Plus more. 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 (wit…

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The ultimate fan experience, Al Guido 6:49

12d ago6:49

6:49

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Al Guido. They discussed stadium and tech for an ultimate fan experience. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/the-ultimate-fan-experience-al-guido

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NFL Olympic Dreams, Podcast Partnerships and Google's AI Smart Glasses - Sports Geek Rapid Rundown 2:46

12d ago2:46

2:46

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore the NFL's unanimous approval for Olympic flag football, ARN's strategic podcast partnership with Global, and Google's revolutionary AI-powered smart glasses. Plus insights on changing brand…

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Metro ambassador sexual assault case, CA readies lawsuit over EV standards, Beach report card — The P.M. Edition 7:48

12d ago7:48

7:48

An LAist investigation into Metro’s transit ambassador program revealed a troubling hiring incident. The state says it's bracing to sue the Trump administration after it moved to undo California climate policies. Find out SoCal's cleanest and dirtiest beaches. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https:/…

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LA City Council's budget vote, Major child predator busts, PCH set to reopen— The A.M. Edition 7:47

13d ago7:47

7:47

A major vote today at LA City Council on the mayor's cost-cutting budget. Police announce a major operation, leading to the arrests of hundreds of suspected online child predators. For the first time since January's wildfires PCH is set to reopen. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vis…

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Free Eaton Fire soil testing, LAUSD preschool enrollment up, LA Zoo elephants moved — The P.M. Edition 7:32

14d ago7:32

7:32

The L.A. County Department of Public Health is offering free soil testing downwind of the Eaton Fire. Updated toilet training requirements are changing the game for LAUSD preschools. The last elephants at the L.A. Zoo have now been moved to Tulsa. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vi…

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Public weighs in on Bass budget, Missing LA Zoo elephants, Fleet Week begins— The A.M. Edition 7:53

13d ago7:53

7:53

It's the public's final chance to weigh on LA Mayor Karen Bass's budget. LA City Council takes steps to get its house in order when it comes to homelessness funding. The elephants at the center of an LA Zoo controversy have gone missing. Fleet Week begins. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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Building a big big fan base in the West - Mitchell Dale, GWS Giants 41:32

15d ago41:32

41:32

Mitchell Dale shares GWS Giants' journey in expanding their fanbase through digital innovation and strategic growth. Essential listening for sports executives and marketers interested in audience engagement and market expansion strategies in competitive environments. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/mitchell-dale-gws-giants/…

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Mayor Bass vows to make it easier to film in L.A., Santa Ana Unified lays off nearly 300 educators, Remembering beloved actor George Wendt— The P.M. Edition 7:38

16d ago7:38

7:38

L.A. Mayor Bass announces a new directive to make it easier to film at L.A.'s iconic locations. Santa Ana Unified School District votes to layoff nearly 300 educators. George Wendt, the beer-loving patron from Cheers, has died. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LA…

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