Best The Data Bros Podcasts (2025)

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State sues Trump over crime victim money, 100 degree temps possible this week, LA County's plan to protect its beaches — The P.M. Edition 4:48

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California is suing Trump for withholding money for crime victims. Extreme heat will be back later this week. L.A. County is moving forward with a plan to protect beaches like Zuma and Dockweiler. 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 E…

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Retail Earnings On Deck… And Alphabet About To Breakout? 8/18/25 43:29

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Earnings season rounding out with a big slate of retailers on deck to report results. How Home Depot, Target, and Walmart are holding up against tariffs, and how our traders are positioning ahead of the numbers. Plus Can Alphabet’s recent rally continue? What the Chartmaster sees in the technicals, and the next move for Tesla as the EV maker’s char…

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CA dems to introduce redistricting bill, Anaheim sees rise in immigration raids, Pasadena schools still dealing with contaminated soil— The A.M. Edition 4:35

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The journey towards new congressional maps begins today in the California Assembly. Anaheim sees its most disruptive immigration raids in weeks, and the man at the center of one of them is speaking out. Pasadena students return to school, but several campuses are still deal with contaminated soil from wildfires. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report …

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#733: Amazon Connect - So Many Cool New Capabilities For You to Use! 33:05

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In this episode of the AWS Podcast, we explore the evolving world of contact centers and Amazon Connect. The discussion covers why contact centers remain critical to both business and public sector operations, and how they're transforming from traditional cost centers into valuable sources of business intelligence. Key highlights include Amazon Con…

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#117: Navigating APAC & U.S. Crypto Frontiers with CMT Digital's Doug Hsu 32:39

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Doug Su is an investor at CMT Digital in Asia — a global electronic trading and investment firm specializing in blockchain and digital assets. Founded in 2017, CMT Digital was among the earliest firms to launch a dedicated crypto fund and has since backed more than 150 crypto-native protocols and blockchain ventures worldwide. Doug brings a diverse…

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Shots fired by immigration agent, Mental health facility in Norwalk, Blue Note LA — Sunday Edition 10:09

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A federal immigration officer show at a car of passengers in San Bernardino. LA County will bring dozens of new mental health beds to the soon-to-be renovated Metropolitan State Hospital campus in Norwalk. The legacy of Blue Note comes to Los Angeles -- with a new club in Hollywood. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visit…

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Introducing podcast “Long Shadow: Breaking the Internet” - EPISODE DROP 44:55

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We're excited to share the first episode of Peabody Award-nominated podcast Long Shadow’s new season, Breaking the Internet. Hosted by Pulitzer Prize finalist and historian Garrett Graff, Long Shadow: Breaking the Internet charts the evolution of the internet – from the optimistic days of the dot-com boom to our present moment. Produced by Long Lea…

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Redistricting & SoCal, Adopt a Home Depot, Pokemon bash — Saturday Edition 13:17

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The SoCal communities that will be impacted by the new state redistricting plan. We check in on a group of volunteers who have adopted a Home Depot parking lot where day laborers gather. And Pokémon's BIGGEST party is here in Anaheim 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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Conditions at ICE Adelanto facility slammed, Santa Ana police admit to violating state law, Andrew Do turns himself into prison — The P.M. Edition 5:00

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Advocates call for better conditions for immigrants at the Adelanto Detention Facility. Santa Ana police admit to violating state military equipment law. Former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do has turned himself into prison. 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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Dow Hits Fresh Record High… And Gearing Up For Target & Walmart Results 8/15/25 43:45

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The Dow Industrials finally recouping its tariffs losses from April and hitting a fresh record high. The insurance giant helping fuel those gains, and the big stake Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is making in the name. Plus Earnings season continues, with big box retailers like Target and Walmart gearing up to report. What to expect from those…

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Monrovia ICE protest, Mayor Bass condemns Border Patrol, Andrew Do to report to prison— The A.M. Edition 4:12

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Protesters hit the streets in Monrovia after the feds are accused of chasing a man to his death. Mayor Karen Bass is outraged at Border Control for trying to upstage Governor Newsom's big redistricting announcement. And disgraced former O-C Supervisor Andrew Do is set to serve his time. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/j…

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Trump's DC Takeover is About White Supremacy, Not Crime – A Rant from DC 42:32

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This week, President Trump seized control of Washington DC's police. It's national news, but it's also deeply personal for Bridget, who was born in DC and has lived here most of her life. The situation is still unfolding, but Bridget breaks down what's happening, what decades of DC history say about how we got here, and why people on both the right…

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LAUSD returns to school, Port of LA reports huge tariff traffic, Newsom doubles down on redistricting plan — The P.M. Edition 4:52

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LAUSD went back to school today - what's on students and immigrant families' minds? The Port of LA had its busiest month ever this July. Governor Newsom is speaking out about his redistricting plan. 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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Markets Digest Latest Inflation Read… And Trade Desk Turmoil Deepens 8/14/25 43:44

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Yields spiking as markets digested this morning’s hot inflation data. How our traders are navigating the market’s reaction, and what the PPI report means for the Federal Reserve’s next rate move. Plus Trade Desk shares taking another big blow on reports that Walmart is changing up its advertising strategy. What it means for the company’s business, …

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Teacher patrols for LAUSD 1st day, Newsom set for Congressional redistricting, Judge denounces ICE courthouse sweeps— The A.M. Edition 4:48

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It's the first day of school at L-A Unified, and teachers are on the lookout for ICE agents. Governor Newsom is ready to re-write California's Congressional maps. LA County's top judge is denouncing courthouse immigration detainments. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prepp…

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Street medicine could get expanded, LA streetlight repairs greenlit, Pali High returns to class — The P.M. Edition 4:35

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A proposed state law aims to expand street-side healthcare. The L.A. City council approves extra funding for streetlight repairs. Today is the first day of school for Palisades Charter High School. 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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Market Impact From A Rate Cut, And Nasdaq CEO On Exchanges, IPOs, and More 8/13/25 35:49

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calling for a 50 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve. The potential impact that could have on stocks, yields, and your wallet. Plus Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman weighs in on trading, exchanges, the IPO pipeline, and more. Fast Money DisclaimerBy CNBC

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UCLA funding ruling, LA City Councilmember corruption charges, OC ethics changes— The A.M. Edition 4:53

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A judge is ordering the Trump Administration to restore hundreds of UCLA's frozen science grants. An LA City Councilmember is hit with new public corruption charges. Orange County's Board of Supervisors revises its ethics code in the wake of the Andrew Do scandal. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting htt…

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And Just Like That, You Have Nostalgia 22:19

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Every parent has wondered if their baby’s crying is normal at some point or another. While there is no “normal,” evidence shows that genetics might actually have a part to play in how long babies cry for. And another universal experience, harking back to “the good old days” in pop culture and our personal lives. Senior Producer, Teresa Carey, speak…

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People are in Love with AI. The ChatGPT-5 Launch and Kendra’s Viral Therapist TikTok Saga Force a Reckoning. 1:10:41

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A woman named Kendra went viral on TikTok with a series of videos about her relationship with her human psychiatrist, but the videos took a surprising turn when she introduced her ChatGPT “therapist” she calls Henry. More people than you might think are forming social relationships with chatbots, some of them romantic and even sexual. When OpenAI r…

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"Day of Action" protests held across LA, Malibu mountain lion identified, OC Pride asks for support — The P.M. Edition 4:54

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Community and labor groups are rallying across Southern California today to protest immigration enforcement. We have an update on the mountain lion that injured a child in Malibu this week. Orange County Pride says they need more donations after sponsors pulled back. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Stocks Jump After CPI Data… Plus Perplexity’s Bid To Buy Google’s Chrome Browser 8/12/25 43:49

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The S&P 500 climbing to a fresh record high after this morning’s CPI report. Why it could give the Fed a green light to start cutting rates, and the sectors seeing the biggest moves. Plus Coreweave and Cava report results, the Gold space sees a mining divergence, and what the Perplexity bid to buy Google’s Chrome browser could mean for the AI wars.…

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Day of "community stoppage," Feds detain disabled teen, West Anaheim Medical nurses strike— The A.M. Edition 4:33

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An immigrant rights coalition has started a 24-hour boycott. Federal agents detain a disabled teenage boy outside of an LA public school. Hundreds of OC nurses hit the picket line. 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 (wi…

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Do ordered to pay over $800k back to OC, Child care union reaches agreement with state, Malibu winery reopens — The P.M. Edition 4:44

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Former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do was ordered to pay $878,230.80 in restitution today. The union Child Care Providers United has reached a tentative deal with the state. A beloved Malibu winery closed after January's fires has now reopened. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Chip Giant’s China Deal… And A Software Slump 8/11/25 43:44

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A China chip deal making headlines as Nvidia and AMD agree to give a piece of their revenue to the U.S. government. What it means for the semi market both companies are gaining access to, and if there could be similar deals in the works. Plus A slump in software stocks. The names showing signs of stress, and where one top tech analyst sees the grou…

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#116: Scaling Human-Centric Brands Through Private Equity with Monogram Capital’s Jared Stein 43:44

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In Episode #116 of Geeks of the Valley, we sat down with Jared Stein, Co-Founder at Monogram Capital, a leading private equity firm specializing in scaling high-growth, human-centric consumer brands. Jared walks through Monogram’s investment philosophy and why the firm focuses on companies with deep consumer resonance. He shares insights from leadi…

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Newsom vs Trump round 2, Andrew Do learns what he should pay, Water service returns to San Fernando Valley— The A.M. Edition 4:28

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It's Gavin Newsom versus Donald Trump, round 2, in the legal fight over the National Guard deployment in LA. Disgraced former OC supervisor Andrew Do may finally get the bill for his crimes. Water has returned to Porter Ranch and Granada Hills, but it's still not safe to drink. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and b…

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SFV & water services, Arrested ICE activist released, Loss & hope after Eaton Fire — Sunday Edition 10:01

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It's been 6 days already, and residents of Granada Hills and Porter Ranch are going to have to wait just a bit longer for water services to come back. Community activist who was arrested Friday on Terminal Island over ICE activities has been released. And a photographer who takes pictures of wildfires ponders rebuilding -- and the idea of hope -- a…

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ICE citizen patrol detained, K-town & LAFC's new star, My dog can't pee! — Saturday Edition 9:52

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A demonstration that the LAPD deemed an "unlawful" assembly unfolded last night over the arrest of a community immigration activist. Professional soccer in Los Angeles has its newest superstar in Son Heung-min -- and K-town is hyped up. The lengths one human in South Pasadena went to get his doggo to use the bathroom. And, more. Support The L.A. Re…

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AOC and Taylor Swift AI Deepfakes; TeaOnHer App; Crypto Bros Harass WNBA; Meta Loses Flo Lawsuit – NEWS ROUNDUP! 1:11:08

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This week, Bridget is joined by Producer Mike to break down the tech stories you might have missed. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve had some eloquent, powerful things to say about the sexist crypto bros who threw dildos at WNBA players as a publicity stunt for their new meme coin. It's less than a minute and worth a listen: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fauxmoi…

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Trump asks UCLA for $1b settlement, Law firm bills $1.8M to represent LA, Bus to SoFi stadium debuts — The P.M. Edition 4:49

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The Trump administration wants UCLA to pay $1 billion to settle antisemitism claims. The costs for L.A.'s legal representation in a major lawsuit have been ballooning. There's a new way to get to SoFi stadium via public transit. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/…

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Apple Ripe For A Rebound… And An Economic Outlook Ahead of CPI Data 8/8/25 43:34

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Apple’s up on its Trump-Cook collab, but can the rally survive the tech giant’s lackluster AI outlook? Wedbush’s Dan Ives lays out what Apple can do to avoid a “Blackberry moment.” Plus Charting Gold’s record rally, checking the pulse of a weakening labor market, and looking ahead to next week’s CPI report. Fast Money Disclaimer…

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Canyon Fire expanding, Supreme Court asked to end SoCal ICE restraining order, What will Andrew Do pay?— The A.M. Edition 4:37

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The Canyon Fire expands across Ventura County into LA County. The Trump Administration asks the Supreme Court to end restrictions on the SoCal Immigration crackdown. Prosecutors want disgraced former OC Supervisor Andrew Do to pay up, but how much? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Boil water notices follow water outage, LAUSD's new electric buses, Practice your music next to shelter pets— The P.M. Edition 4:22

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Boil water notices are still in place for parts of Porter Ranch, Granada Hills and Malibu following a water outage. LAUSD has new electric buses, so get used to how they sound. For all the musicians out there, we'll tell you about a new practice space you can use - in animal shelters, Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…

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Apple’s Sweet Gains… And Eli Lilly Drops After Reporting 8/7/25 43:52

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Apple seeing another day of gains, as investors pile in after CEO Tim Cook’s appearance in the oval office. How the tech giants U.S. investment is putting it in President Trump’s good graces, and if the stock’s climb will continue. Plus Shares of Eli Lilly plummeting after the pharma giant posted disappointing results for its weight loss pill. What…

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Reactions to "Operation Trojan Horse," January fire deaths may be more than official toll, Stater Bros workers reach deal— The A.M. Edition 4:34

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Federal agents are facing criticism for hiding in the back of a rental truck in their latest immigration raid. The death toll of January's fires may be a lot higher than the official number. Grocery store workers are celebrating a potential new deal with Stater Bros. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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"Trojan horse" immigration sweep at Home Depot, RPV bans some new construction, Nipsey Hussle's Metro TAP card — The P.M. Edition 4:36

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Federal agents conducted a so called "trojan horse" sweep this morning at a Home Depot in Westlake. Construction is now banned in some of the most scenic parts of Ranchos Palos Verdes. Metro is debuting a new TAP card in honor of Nipsey Hussle. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit…

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Apple’s U.S. Investment… And A Disney Earnings Debrief 8/6/25 52:03

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Apple’s upping its pledge to spend big in the U.S. What Deepwater Management’s Gene Munster thinks of the tech investment, and if the deal will help the stock catch up to its Mag7 peers. And debriefing Disney’s latest earnings report. What media trailblazer Tom Rogers sees in the numbers. Plus, the earnings blitz continues with Lyft, Shopify, McDon…

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Heat advisory begins, New Skid Row services hub, San Fernando Valley water disruption— The A.M. Edition 4:02

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A heat wave arrives with some areas about to hit triple-digit temps. LA County gets a new hub for Skid Row homeless services. Thousands in the San Fernando Valley may wake up to no water. 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 …

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The La Brea Tar Pits Are a Climate Crime Scene! 27:52

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Los Angeles is home to the only place in the world where ancient fossils are being actively excavated in the middle of the city: The La Brea Tar Pits. Today, host Dr. Samantha Yammine speaks to the deputy director and assistant curator of the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, Dr. Regan Dunn. They talk about what makes this site so fascinating and what w…

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More Market Concerns… And Two Big Earnings Reports On Deck 8/5/25 45:31

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More economic data spooking the markets, as the ISM Services Index falls in July. What it means after last week’s jobs report. What one top market strategist sees in store for stocks, and where he sees the most opportunity. Plus Disney and McDonald’s earnings reports on deck. What to expect from the results, and what it will tell us about the stren…

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Trump's Olympics security task force, Crews move house to Altadena, Community restores Burbank's Tardis — The P.M. Edition 4:32

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President Trump says he may send troops to the 2028 Olympics. We follow a house as it's moved from Los Feliz all the way to Altadena. And for the Doctor Who fans: We've got the latest on Burbank's very own TARDIS. 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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Epstein was connected to power. What happened when women called it out? 37:55

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Everyone is asking questions about Trump’s connections to Jefferey Epstein, but the president isn’t the only powerful person or institution linked to him. You might know that connections to convicted sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein led to the resignation of the director of the MIT Media Lab, Joi Ito, after a Ronan Farrow exposé. But fewer people know …