Best Story Time With Tee Podcasts (2026)

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Meet the filmmakers who love AI (Redux) 34:09

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This episode originally aired on March 19, 2025. It’s hard to find people in Hollywood who are willing to speak publicly about their enthusiasm for AI, for fear of being seen as “siding with the machines.” And yet, many people are quietly using the technology already. In this episode, we interview two enthusiastic early adopters of AI in filmmaking…

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Back to Gotham: Batman Returns with Travis McKenna Pt 2 54:51

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Batman Returns brings audiences back to Tim Burton’s dark, expressionistic version of Gotham City—only this time, the tone veers even further into gothic fairy-tale territory. The story centers on three broken souls colliding: Batman (Michael Keaton), still wrestling with dual identity; Selina Kyle (Michelle Pfeiffer), a timid secretary who transfo…

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The Whispering Night: Soothe the Heart and Settle the Mind 5:14

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Welcome to Serene Nights. In this episode, The Whispering Night, I invite you to slow down, soften your breathing, and gently release the weight of the day. This moment is just for you — a quiet pause where your thoughts can settle and your heart can feel safe enough to rest. As the night whispers softly around you, allow yourself to let go of tens…

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How AI became a Hollywood villain – especially for animators (Redux) 36:14

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This episode originally aired on March 12, 2025. Hollywood taught us to be afraid of a super powerful artificial intelligence that will one day conquer humanity. So not surprisingly, many screenwriters and actors are very skeptical of AI, and concerns about AI were central to the Hollywood labor strikes in 2023. But animators may actually be the mo…

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Back to Gotham: Batman Returns with Travis McKenna 50:50

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Batman Returns brings audiences back to Tim Burton’s dark, expressionistic version of Gotham City—only this time, the tone veers even further into gothic fairy-tale territory. The story centers on three broken souls colliding: Batman (Michael Keaton), still wrestling with dual identity; Selina Kyle (Michelle Pfeiffer), a timid secretary who transfo…

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When the World Feels Loud: A Gentle Nighttime Release for Emotional Overload 7:22

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In this episode of Serene Nights, Sir Tee offers a gentle refuge for moments when your emotions feel heavy and the world feels too loud. This calming nighttime journey is created for women who have been holding too much inside—quietly carrying exhaustion, frustration, and unspoken feelings through the day. Through soothing guidance and warm imagery…

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The Warm River of Release: Letting Emotional Weight Drift Away 5:40

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In this episode of Serene Nights, Sir Tee gently invites you to release the emotional weight you’ve been carrying, not with force, but with softness and care. Through calming guidance and soothing imagery, you’re led to a quiet river where heavy thoughts, unspoken feelings, and lingering exhaustion are allowed to drift away without judgment. This e…

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Story Time with Leora: A Slow and Soothing Story to Quiet the Mind Before Sleep 6:05

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Story Time with Leora: A Slow and Soothing Story to Quiet the Mind Before Sleep Welcome to Serene Nights, a calm and comforting space designed to help you slow down and unwind at the end of your day. In this episode, Sir Tee shares a gentle story layered with soft music, inviting you to relax your body, quiet your thoughts, and ease into a peaceful…

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The Garden of Quiet Thoughts: A Gentle Sleep Journey for the Overthinking Mind 5:41

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Welcome to Serene Nights, a calm and comforting space where your thoughts are invited to soften and your mind is allowed to slow. In this episode, Sir Tee gently guides you into The Garden of Quiet Thoughts, a peaceful nighttime journey designed for those moments when overthinking makes it hard to rest. Through soothing imagery, gentle affirmations…

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Shuttle Endeavour’s final mission for a new home and space exploration 27:41

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Los Angeles is an integral part of space shuttle Endeavour’s journey. The California Science Center is building a new, larger home for the shuttle, which will make it the only place in the world to see a complete shuttle system with its equipment in launch position. The project – years in the making – still has a long road ahead. LAist reporter Mak…

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Holiday Heist: The Story of Trapped in Paradise 53:14

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Trapped in Paradise (1994) Movie Review & Retro Holiday Comedy Breakdown Trapped in Paradise is a 1994 Christmas crime comedy film starring Nicolas Cage, Jon Lovitz, and Dana Carvey. Set during the holiday season, this underrated 90s movie blends slapstick humor, small-town charm, and a classic “one last job goes wrong” story that has quietly earne…

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Residents left behind at elder care facilities in LA raise serious questions about evacuation preparedness 33:46

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In the early morning hours of January 8, the Eaton Fire raced closer to the MonteCedro retirement community in Altadena, California. Nearly 200 of the facility’s residents were evacuated, but two women were left behind, raising serious questions. In this episode of Imperfect Paradise, LAist Health and Housing Reporter Aaron Schrank looks at what we…

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From Prancer to Planet Protector: A Conversation with Rebecca Harrell Tickell 57:49

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In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode of Retro Life 4 You, we sit down with Rebecca Harrell Tickell — the actress who captured our hearts as Jessica in the beloved 1989 Christmas classic Prancer, and who has since transformed into one of the most influential environmental documentary filmmakers of our time. Rebecca takes us on a journey throug…

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Altadena childcare providers' struggle to rebuild raises questions about government disaster response 27:21

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At least 280 childcare spaces were affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires in January. LAist reporter Libby Rainey and early childhood senior reporter Elly Yu followed two women who ran childcare businesses out of their homes until the Eaton Fire destroyed them. In this episode of Imperfect Paradise, they look at how these two childcare providers…

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Houston, We Have Teenagers – A Deep Dive Into SpaceCamp (1986) 1:04:25

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Welcome back to Retro Life 4 You, where we dive deep into the movies that defined the 80s and 90s! Today’s episode blasts off—literally—as we look at the 1986 family sci-fi adventure SpaceCamp, directed by Harry Winer. SpaceCamp follows a group of teenage space camp attendees who unexpectedly find themselves launched into space after a robot malfun…

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Gender-affirming care for transgender youth is at risk in LA and nationwide 31:26

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Nearly 3,000 patients have been forced to find gender-affirming care elsewhere after the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles closed their LA Center for Trans Youth Health and Development in July. The closure comes amid threats of cuts to federal funding for providers of gender affirming-care and other attempts to restrict LGBTQ rights nationwide. LAist…

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Service Guarantees Citizenship: Starship Troopers! 1:18:00

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Set in a futuristic, militaristic society where citizenship is earned through federal service, Starship Troopers follows Johnny Rico, a young man who joins the Mobile Infantry to follow his girlfriend and serve the Federation. What starts as an almost glossy, soap-opera teen drama quickly escalates into all-out interplanetary war as humanity fights…

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Health workers say ICE agents at hospitals are compromising patient care 28:16

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Amid the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration, there’s been an uptick in ICE presence in hospitals across the country. At Adventist Health White Memorial hospital in Boyle Heights, doctors say that hospital administrators have even allowed immigration agents to interfere with patients’ medical care. LAist correspondent Jill Replogle has …

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Virus (1999): Cast, Trivia, and the Making of a Sci-Fi Horror Cult Flick 40:52

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Virus was released in January 1999, directed by John Bruno — a longtime visual effects artist who worked on The Abyss, True Lies, and Terminator 2. The movie follows a salvage crew led by Captain Everton (Donald Sutherland) and Chief Engineer Kelly Foster (Jamie Lee Curtis). While stranded at sea during a typhoon, they discover a seemingly abandone…

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California's new public preschool program for 4-year-olds: Exploring transitional kindergarten 31:40

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All four-year-olds in the state of California now have access to a free preschool program in their local school district. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a plan to expand the state’s transitional kindergarten, or TK, program in May 2021, as part of a broader move to create the largest free early education program in the U.S. So what does transitional kind…

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The Beastmaster (1982) — Cast, Trivia, and Behind the Scenes of an 80s Cult Hit 1:02:43

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The Beastmaster follows Dar, a warrior who can telepathically communicate with animals. After his village is destroyed by an evil sorcerer named Maax, Dar embarks on a quest for revenge. Along the way, he’s joined by a loyal eagle, two mischievous ferrets, and a powerful black panther. What unfolds is a classic fantasy tale of destiny, revenge, and…

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‘Taken: The Agents Raiding Communities and the People Trying to Stop Them’ from Latino USA & CalMatters 50:18

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This special episode on Imperfect Paradise is from our friends at Latino USA and CalMatters. It tracks the rise of Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino, a key figure in the Trump Administration’s deportation efforts and explores the consequences of the raids to the people captured here in LA and around the country. Support LAist Today: https://LAist.…

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Who pays for the 2028 Olympics? LA taxpayers may be on the hook 29:57

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In less than a thousand days, Los Angeles will be hosting the summer Olympics. Many cities worldwide have been put into debt by the games, so what could they mean for Los Angeles? LAist reporter Libby Rainey joins Imperfect Paradise to look back at the history of the games when LA last hosted them, the financial outlook for the city, and what role …

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Raiders of the Lost Ark: A Retrospective on Adventure and Innovation 1:08:11

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This episode centers on a comprehensive exploration of the cinematic masterpiece, *Raiders of the Lost Ark*, which is regarded as a seminal work in the action-adventure genre. We delve into the film's significant impact on popular culture, highlighting its groundbreaking storytelling and the iconic character of Indiana Jones. Through a meticulous e…

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Why the site of the largest methane leak in US history still hasn’t been shut down 30:50

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Regulations on gas storage facilities have been tightened since the detection of the Aliso Canyon leak, which started in 2015 and lasted nearly four months. But residents remain worried about long term health effects following the leak. LAist Climate and Environment Reporter Erin Stone discusses the 10-year anniversary of the disaster and what’s st…

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What’s Your Favorite Scary Movie? Revisiting Scream (1996) 1:08:57

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Released in December 1996, Scream brought new life to a dying slasher genre. It blended horror, satire, and mystery — poking fun at the “rules” of horror movies while still scaring audiences senseless. Plot Summary: After the brutal murder of a high school student in the small town of Woodsboro, a masked killer known as Ghostface begins targeting t…

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How becoming a US citizen just got harder under the Trump administration and what it means for Angelenos 21:51

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The Trump administration’s immigration policies have resulted in raids and protests in Southern California and across the country, and the administration has also moved to tighten who gets citizenship. Recently, the federal government pushed out new guidelines for naturalization. The situation has raised fundamental questions around what it means t…

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Crossbows and Carnage: The Wild Ride of John Carpenter’s Vampires 1:05:10

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Welcome back to Retro Life 4 You, the podcast that dives deep into the movies that defined our VHS memories. Today, we’re cracking open one of John Carpenter’s most underrated horror flicks — Vampires from 1998. This one mixed western grit, religious undertones, and brutal vampire hunting, starring James Woods in one of his most intense performance…

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How Teresa Smith Became a Game App Developer 5:52

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Teresa Smith's inspiring journey from a complete beginner to a game app developer is a must-watch for anyone dreaming of breaking into tech. In this video, Teresa shares her challenges, what inspired her, the tools she used, and how she created her first successful mobile game. Whether you're a student, career changer, or indie dev, her story prove…

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S4 Ep3: TV host Frankie Vu 58:24

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Speaking to Frankie is the representation that I needed when I was a kid. We talk about how how is football freestyling lead to him becoming a TV presenter. And we get personal talking about Frankie's diagnoses of his ADHD. Follow us on Instagram: Chinese Chippy Girl: https://www.instagram.com/chinesechippygirl Frankie Vu: https://www.instagram.com…

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Prop 50: Is California’s redistricting push a threat to democracy or a defense of it? 31:03

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Proposition 50 is part of a nationwide battle over control of the U.S. House of Representatives, and Californians are being asked to take a side: Should the state be temporarily allowed to redraw congressional maps to counter the Trump administration and redistricting in Texas? LAist Civics & Democracy Correspondent Frank Stoltze and Civics & Democ…

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Hooked on Horror: Revisiting I Know What You Did Last Summer 1:04:42

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A group of four small-town friends — Julie, Helen, Barry, and Ray — accidentally hit and kill a pedestrian after a night of partying. They dump the body and swear to keep it secret. A year later, each begins receiving messages that read: “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” Soon, a mysterious figure with a hook begins stalking them, and their summer …

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The Chatter. The Scrolling. The Distractions. The power of Silence. 18:29

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Send us a text https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381461/subscribe In this episode, I do it my way — stepping right into the noise: the chatter, the scrolling, the constant distractions, and uncovering the quiet truth hidden underneath it all. Facts: When life gets too loud to think, silence becomes more than peace, it becomes power. Because sometimes, wh…

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An LA Commission created to tackle city government scandals is being stymied 20:51

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A charter reform commission was created in 2024 in response to multiple Los Angeles city government scandals, including the leak of a racist tape featuring City Council President Nury Martinez. One of the commission’s aims was to modify the LA charter, which is basically the city’s constitution. But reports indicate that this commission is struggli…

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The Faculty (1998) — The 90s Alien Horror You Forgot About 1:12:06

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High school was already a nightmare — then the teachers got possessed. In this episode of Retro Life 4 You, we’re heading back to 1998 for a deep dive into The Faculty, the sci-fi horror flick that turned teen angst into alien terror. Directed by Robert Rodriguez (From Dusk Till Dawn) and written by Kevin Williamson (Scream), this cult classic mixe…

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From Office Obstacles to Impactful Teaching | Teresa Smith’s App Developer Journey Pt 2 5:03

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In Episode 2 of Teresa Smith’s App Developer Journey, we dive deeper into the challenges she faced while working in a system that resisted change. Discover how her desire to teach children more than just typing and drills put her at odds with her environment — and how she stayed focused on building something greater.…

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Reports about failures in response to the January LA fires and a 2018 fire have striking similarities 23:27

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A new report details the Eaton and Palisades fires, including failures in the emergency response. But this report bears striking similarities with another -- which chronicled the response to the 2018 Woolsey Fire in Southern California. LAist science reporter Jacob Margolis discusses the reports and what they mean for L.A. County moving forward. Th…

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Dark Castle Opens Its Doors: House on Haunted Hill 1:07:02

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The primary focus of this podcast episode is the exploration of the 1999 horror film "House on Haunted Hill," a cinematic endeavor that marked the inception of Dark Castle Entertainment. We delve into the intricate details surrounding the film's production, including its homage to the classic works of Vincent Price and the innovative elements that …

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How union organizing is being upended by private universities in Southern California 17:35

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Big companies like Amazon and SpaceX are claiming that the National Labor Relations Board – an independent federal entity in charge of overseeing unionizing efforts – is unconstitutional. In addition to those companies, colleges like the University of Southern California and Loyola Marymount University are also joining the movement to push back aga…

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Check, Raise, All In: Revisiting Rounders 1:11:38

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Welcome back to Retro Life 4 You, the podcast where we dive into the movies that defined the 80s and 90s. Today, we’re heading into the underground world of high-stakes poker with the 1998 cult classic Rounders. Starring Matt Damon, Edward Norton, and John Malkovich as the unforgettable Teddy KGB, Rounders is a story of loyalty, obsession, and risk…

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Why California's protest law is flawed and the consequences to protesters 24:29

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After the George Floyd protests of 2020, California took steps to rein in violent policing of protests by passing laws restricting how law enforcement uses less-lethal weapons, like tasers and rubber bullets. But high profile protests in 2024 and 2025 – including this summer’s protests against the ICE raids in Los Angeles – have revealed major flaw…

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Enemy Mine (1985): From Enemies To Brothers 53:18

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Welcome back to Retro Life 4 You! Today, we’re crash-landing on a desolate alien world to revisit the 1985 sci-fi classic Enemy Mine. This is the story of two sworn enemies — a human and an alien — forced to survive together and, in the process, learn what it truly means to be human. We’ll dive into its troubled pre-production, the incredible perfo…

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Toy Soldiers (1991) w/ Keith Coogan: Die Hard Meets The Breakfast Club 1:14:24

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In this episode of Retro Life 4 You, we’re storming the halls of an elite boarding school to revisit the 1991 action-thriller Toy Soldiers. Starring Sean Astin, Wil Wheaton, and Keith Coogan, this underrated 90s gem delivers a mix of teenage rebellion, explosive action, and Die Hard–style thrills with a prep school twist. We’ll break down the film’…

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The Huntington Beach library at the center of America’s culture wars 32:06

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Censorship efforts at libraries nationwide have increased steadily over the last several years. In the 2023 - 24 school year, more than 10,000 book bans were counted in the country’s public schools. These efforts have become a cornerstone of a larger national debate over cultural influences and parents' rights to restrict those influences. LAist Or…

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When Faith Hurts: Singing Loud, Breaking Quiet, Living Silent 21:59

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Send us a text “I am learning more and more about how to appreciate the noise around me, while finding ways to engage it, effectively. Perfection is NOT my goal, Wholeness is.” ~Mentally-speaking, I'm talking about image-based coping — when a person relies on outward performance, appearance, or status symbols to mask internal distress. Research sho…

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Keith Cooke: China O’Brien, Mortal Kombat & Beyond 1:14:20

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🎙️ New Interview on Retro Life 4 You: Keith Cooke 🎙️ This week, we sit down with martial arts legend and action star Keith Cooke Hirabayashi for an in-depth conversation about his journey from the karate tournament circuit to the big screen. Keith shares stories from his days as a five-time World Martial Arts Grand Champion, his training in wushu a…

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An update to the Bass vs. Crowley feud 37:07

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Last month, former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristen Crowley filed a legal claim against Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass, alleging defamation, retaliation and negligence in the wake of Bass’ firing of her. It’s the latest chapter in a feud that erupted during the historic wildfires in January. In light of these new developments, we bring you our original…

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Quigley Down Under: Tom Selleck’s Forgotten Western Classic 58:09

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👉 Saddle up, movie fans! In this clip, we dive into the 1990 Western classic Quigley Down Under, starring Tom Selleck, Alan Rickman, and Laura San Giacomo. Find out: Which legendary actor was originally considered for Quigley’s role before Selleck How the film was developed way back in the 1970s The real Sharps rifle used on set Why the movie strug…

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100 The 4 Types of Procrastination Explained | How to Stop Procrastinating TODAY [Ep 100] Abigail Barnes 19:23

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In this milestone episode of The Time Management Podcast, we’re talking about four types of procrastination and how to recognise which one is keeping you stuck. Discover how hidden habits, unconscious beliefs, and past experiences shape your productivity, and learn practical strategies to reclaim your time, boost success, and finally break free fro…

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Former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do is officially in prison. What questions remain? 28:13

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Disgraced former Orange County supervisor Andrew Do reported to federal prison in Arizona on August 15th. Do had been found guilty of accepting bribes in exchange for directing millions of taxpayer dollars to a nonprofit that was supposed to be feeding hungry seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Millions of those dollars were diverted elsewhere. N…