Best Digital Bros Studios Podcasts (2025)

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Real ID takes effect, LAHSA whistleblowers expose misconduct, A conclave contender for some Angelinos — The A.M. Edition 6:58

8m ago6:58

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The Real ID law takes effect today. Whistleblowers are exposing misconduct at the L.A. Homeless Services Authority. A potential Pope pick that would excite a lot of Angelinos. 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…

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🥐 “Baguette Bangers” — Le Pain Quiotidien’s disco. China’s disappearing data. DoorDash’s vibe-cession. 21:03

11h ago21:03

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TBOY Live Show Tickets to Chicago on sale NOW: https://www.axs.com/events/949346/the-best-one-yet-podcast-tickets Some Le Pain Quiotidien’s bakeries are turning into night clubs… The hottest pivot in biz history. How is China handling the Trade War?... It’s making its data disappear. DoorDash, Uber, Instacart stocks are surging this year… It’s proo…

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State sues Trump over HHS cuts, Kaiser strike agreement, Covered CA data shared with LinkedIn — The P.M. Edition 6:16

6h ago6:16

6:16

California is suing Trump again, this time about funding for worker safety and preschool funding. Striking mental healthcare workers have reached an agreement with Kaiser. An investigation finds LinkedIn got access to Covered California data without users permission. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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LAFD union suspensions, Newsom wants a Trump team-up, LA's hottest real estate markets — The A.M. Edition 7:20

16h ago7:20

7:20

There have been major suspensions within the LA City's firefighters union. Governor Newsom wants to team up with President Trump to save America's film industry. The hottest real estate markets in Los Angeles. 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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🎬 “Quentin Tariff-tino” — Hollywood’s digital trade war. Warren Buffett’s secret investing sauce. Skechers’ $9B retirement. 22:51

1d ago22:51

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Hollywood just entered the Trade War… starring the 1st ever digital tariff (100% on Wicked 2). Warren Buffett is retiring, so we found his secret $$$ sauce… It’s culture, not calculations. Skechers is the 3rd biggest shoe biz on earth… and just sold for $9B thanks to your nana. Plus, the untold origin story of… Google Maps. $SKX $$PARA $NFLX $BRK.B…

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LA declares Hep A outbreak; Tariffs throw Hollywood into uncertainty; Invasive fruit fly warning — The P.M. Edition 5:41

1d ago5:41

5:41

A Hepatitis A outbreak was declared in L.A. County today. Hollywood executives are responding to Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign productions. Watch out for invasive fruit flies on your fruits and veggies this spring. 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…

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Hollywood latest target for Trump tariffs, LA and Long Beach port leaders brace for drop offs, CA to test driverless big rigs — The A.M. Edition 6:02

1d ago6:02

6:02

Movies are now the latest target for President Trump's tariffs. Meanwhile, L.A. and Long Beach port leaders are preparing for a huge drop off from those tariffs. And California is opening its roads to driverless trucks for testing. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: h…

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🤫 “End of Passwords” — Microsoft’s post-password-era. Formula 1’s sister surge. Mack Weldon’s anti-tariff undies. 22:27

2d ago22:27

22:27

Sam Altman is scanning eyeballs to verify Tinder dates… but the bigger story is the End of Passwords. Formula One just had its Miami Grand Prix… and the racing stock is at an all-time high. Mack Weldon’s underwear turned tariffs from a weakness to a strength. Plus, the next TBOY Live Show will be in **Chicago** 7/23/2025 🌭🏙️🌬️ $LLYVK $MSFT $SPY Wan…

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Tariffs & ports, Sewage spill closed OC beaches, Altadena's new folk hero — Sunday Edition 11:18

3d ago11:18

11:18

As tariffs work their way through the economy, the ports are starting to feel the pain. A 4,000-gallon sewage spill has shut down some O.C. beaches. An LA County worker is being praised as a hero for keeping Altadena free of post-disaster ads. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit ww…

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Inglewood college shooting, Free OC surgery center, Digital treasure hunt in LA — Saturday Edition 9:46

4d ago9:46

9:46

A first of its kind clinic in Orange County offers surgeries to low-income people. Details about Friday afternoon's shooting at a technical college in Inglewood. In L.A. today, join a 25-year celebration of geocaching -- the art of finding hidden treasures. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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🥤 Frappuccino: The Billion-Dollar Brainfreeze Starbucks Nearly Killed 8:41

4d ago8:41

8:41

Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ The cream-topped, dome-lidded Frappuccino is the caffeinated crown jewel of the Starbucks empire. It helped the company break out from regional coffee chain to global lifestyle brand, made cold drinks into 75% of Starbucks’ beverage sales, and created a whole new lang…

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LA County jail population rises, LitFest in the Dena, LA County's wild fair foods — The P.M. Edition 7:26

4d ago7:26

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The L.A. County jail population is on the rise following a new tough-on-crime ballot measure. "LitFest in the Dena" unites local authors and bookworms in Pasadena. We tried the foods on offer at the L.A. County Fair so you don't have to. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.pr…

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Fighting Altadena gentrification, Wildfire survivors lack internet, Best ways to reheat cold pizza — The A.M. Edition 7:56

5d ago7:56

7:56

Nonprofits are teaming up to prevent gentrification after the Eaton Fire. Some wildfire survivors are still without internet. What to expect at the LA County Fair. The best ways to reheat cold pizza. 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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🚁 “Mission: iMpossible” — Apple’s Hoarder’s Quarter. The Cars-becoming-Spas trend. Elon’s DOGE exit. 23:00

5d ago23:00

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Luxury cars are adding wild mindful wellness features… But will anyone pay for an in-car spa? Elon just exited DOGE… So we calculated the $$$-saving scorecard. Apple pulled off a “Mission Impossible” operation… We’re calling it the Hoarder’s Quarter. Plus, who will win the Kentucky Derby?… The horse whose name begins with “S.” $AAPL $SPY $MGGYY Wan…

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May Day rallies, Port of LA braces for less traffic, Smog season starts today — The P.M. Edition 5:56

5d ago5:56

5:56

Protesters gathered downtown today for May Day, a holiday with deep roots in L.A.'s immigrant communities. The Port of L.A. is warning that shipments to Southern California are about to plummet. Today marks the official start of smog season. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit ww…

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LAPD layoffs warning, UC health care strike, LA's port chief on tariffs — The A.M. Edition 7:22

6d ago7:22

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A warning about upcoming layoffs from the head of the LAPD. Tens of thousands of University of California workers head to the picket line. The head of LA's ports says President Trump's tariff policies are about to affect your everyday life. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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🚘 “I own a Waymo” — Toyota’s self-driving deal. Domino’s pizza paradox. The Year-Round Horror Economy. 21:21

7d ago21:21

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Pizza explains the Trade War… Delivery pizza is tariff-proof, but frozen pizza is recession-proof. Waymo just partnered with Toyota for personal self-driving cars… It’s the new robo-chauffeur. Today is half-way to Halloween… but “horror” has become a year-round industry. Plus, instead of “can 100 men beat 1 gorilla,” we’re asking “can 100 men out-e…

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LAist School Game Plan, SoCal marks Black April today, Safe streets and LA's city budget — The P.M. Edition 5:32

6d ago5:32

5:32

LAist is launching a new guide to help you with school choice. Members of the Vietnamese diaspora in SoCal are commemorating Black April today. Mayor Karen Bass's budget proposal could make it harder for L.A. to make its streets safer. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prep…

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LA County strike arrests, Abuse settlement survivors speak out, Pacific Symphony's new director takes on Beethoven — The A.M. Edition 8:05

7d ago8:05

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LA County workers are set to wrap up their historic strike. Survivors speak out about the County's unprecedented abuse settlement. Pacific Symphony's newest director reveals how he plans to make Beethoven feel new again. 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…

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🦅 “Falcon Mode” — Lyft’s enshittification. Labubu’s viral dolls. Bezos vs Trump on “Tariff Fees.” 22:10

7d ago22:10

22:10

Lyft dropped the wildest CEO letter ever… and it includes “Enshitiffication” and “Falcon Mode.” The most popular, viral product right now? Labubu dolls… Their growth hack? Blind boxes. The big business beef was President Trump calling Jeff Bezos… because of a Tariff Fee. Plus, the world’s biggest pasta brand just solved pasta cooking… with the firs…

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LA County cleanup, Anaheim chamber makes U-Turn, Angeles Chorale rehearsing after fires — The P.M. Edition 8:08

7d ago8:08

8:08

L.A. County is pushing holdouts to clear fire debris from their properties. Anaheim's scandal-stricken chamber of commerce is staying open after all. After losing a performance venue to the L.A. fires, Angeles Chorale has found a new temporary home. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com …

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Special Edition: 100 Days - Two Americas: Assessing the Impact of President Trump’s policies on CA & TX 52:19

8d ago52:19

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Today marks the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term in office. In this special episode of The LA Report, we're sharing with you “100 Days: Two Americas” – from the California Newsroom and the Texas Standard. This hour-long special assesses the effects of Trump’s second term – on California and Texas – two economic powerhouses wit…

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Altadena's 1st wildfire rebuilding, All-female firefighter cadets, The future of free childcare — The A.M. Edition 7:25

8d ago7:25

7:25

The first wildfire survivor to start rebuilding her home in Altadena is full of optimism. LA County celebrates its first all-female class of formerly incarcerated firefighters. Los Angeles seeks solutions to keep free day care centers open. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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👶 “End the $1K Baby Tax” — Tariffs crush strollers. Star Wars’ epic re-release. UNC’s D1 ath-fluencer class. 22:52

8d ago22:52

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The trade war inadvertently created a $1K Baby Tax… So we predict a “family exemption.” Star Wars re-released Ep 3, bringing in $42M this weekend… Re-releases can save theaters. UNC is teaching athletes how to become D1 Influencers… The key: “you don’t have to dance.” Plus, the untold origin story of… the Frappuccino (spoiler: Starbucks acquired it…

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Pomona immigration raid, End of LA childcare funds, Woolsey Fire rebuilding efforts — The P.M. Edition 7:58

8d ago7:58

7:58

After last week's immigration raid in Pomona, questions about whether federal officials are following due process have re-emerged. L.A. childcare providers are bracing for some funds to dry up. A couple whose home was destroyed in the Woolsey Fire shares their trials and tribulations. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…

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LA County workers set to strike, Altadena burglary crime wave, Metro screens for concealed weapons — The A.M. Edition 7:58

9d ago7:58

7:58

Thousands of LA County workers get set to hit the picket line. Altadena is experiencing a crime wave in the aftermath of the Eaton Fire. Metro begins looking for concealed weapons. 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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🧊 “$17 per cube” — Glacial Ice startups. Bezos’ $20k electric car. California = 4th Biggest Economy. 22:32

9d ago22:32

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Jeff Bezos’ secret electric car launched… It’s $20k, anti-Tesla, and inspired by the Amish. 100,000 year old glacier ice is being used in Dubai nightclubs… selling for $60/cube. California passed Japan to be the 4th biggest economy in the world… we’ll tell ya how. Plus, the latest recession signal is the “Brown Bag Indicator”... Leftover lunch is a…

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Conservative rally in WeHo, SaMo public drinking zone, Succulent clubs — Sunday Edition 11:15

10d ago11:15

11:15

Another milestone in the city's endeavor to connect our trains to LAX is one step closer to reality. Santa Monica is considering to allow public alcohol consumption in portions of 3rd Street Promenade. We all love succulents, right? But did you know there are clubs around SoCal dedicated to the plants? And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating …

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Angelenos blast proposed city cuts, FEMA fraud after fires, Behind the ShakeAlert system — Saturday Edition 10:12

10d ago10:12

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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is proposing sizable layoffs to address a nearly $1 billion budget shortfall. Five people have been arrested for allegedly making false FEMA claims after the L.A. fires. We look under the hood of the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting http…

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LA Mayor wildfires executive orders, Voter registration for displaced residents, Cal Poly celebrates microbrew program — The P.M. Edition 7:17

11d ago7:17

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Details on LA Mayor Bass' recent executive orders that aim to speed up wildfire recovery. What displaced LA County residents can do about their voter registration. And ten years of teaching the art and science of the microbrew at Cal Poly Pomona. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vis…

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Budget cuts come for Animal Services, A dire warning from LA ports, The best brunch spots for Mother's Day — The A.M. Edition 7:23

12d ago7:23

7:23

LA budget cuts are putting animal services in the crosshairs. President Trump's tariffs are sparking a dire warning from our ports. An LA memorial for the Pope. The best brunch spots for Mother's Day. 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 Prep…

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🕯️ “Everyone’s watching it” — Conclave’s Pope pop. Uber’s robo-VW-hippie-van taxi. The Great Capitalist Pause. 22:26

12d ago22:26

22:26

Since the Pope passed, streaming of “Conclave” is up 3,200%... It’s the power of Shelf IP. Uber & VW just hooked up for robo-hippie-van taxis… It captures Uber’s Switzerland Strategy. Every company’s put their investment plans on ice… We call it the Great Capitalist Pause. Plus, Starbucks bought 200,000 Sharpies… now its new CEO wants a doodle on e…

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Proposal would cut LA climate office, LAist's budget calculator, Kevin de León fined — The P.M. Edition 7:04

12d ago7:04

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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is proposing to eliminate the city’s landmark climate action office. LAist's budget calculator can help you break down what you're paying for in the city budget. Former councilmember Kevin de León has been fined for violating city law. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://la…

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Citizens receive deportation notices, Metro assistance delays, Elephants' fate in doubt — The A.M. Edition 7:21

13d ago7:21

7:21

Angelinos are among those getting emails demanding that they leave the country. Thousands are wondering when they'll get the Metro money they were promised. The fate of the L-A Zoo's last two Asian elephants is now in doubt. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAis…

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💪 “Peak Protein” — Kardashians’ protein popcorn. Trump’s empty-shelf warning. Trailer Parks’ Millennial moment. 22:02

13d ago22:02

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Trump’s de-escalating his trade war with China… because of a warning about “empty shelves”. Kardashian protein popcorn?... In the Ozempi-conomy, protein brands are the top food trend. The hottest area of the housing market is… trailer parks. We found 3 ways to invest. Plus, the untold origin story of… The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. $NVO $SPY $BX…

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Federal agents arrest Pomona laborers, Bass asks for budget assist, Irvine's gondola proposal — The P.M. Edition 7:13

13d ago7:13

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Federal agents arrested a group of people at a Home Depot in Pomona - we bring you an eyewitness account. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is in Sacramento today to ask the state for budget help. Irvine could be the first city in the U.S. to use gondolas for public transit. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting http…

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Feds target Pomona Home Depot, Affordable housing budget cuts, Asian elephants leaving LA — The A.M. Edition 6:48

14d ago6:48

6:48

Ther's outrage in Pomona, after federal agents target day laborers at a Home Depot. The new LA city budget puts affordable housing under the knife. The LA Zoo is saying goodbye to its last two Asian elephants. 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 …

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🎩 “Cheat on Anything” — Cluely’s cheating app. Home Depot’s secret garden. The Fed’s Batman independence. 22:59

14d ago22:59

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Cluely’s founders got suspended for building an AI cheating app… but now it’s venture backed. Home Depot’s biggest division will shock you… it’s their $20B/year secret garden. President Trump tanked markets Monday for threatening to fire the Fed… so we explained central bank’s independence with a superhero. Plus, using “please” and “thank you” in C…

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LA votes to expand camping ban, Special ed cuts, Huntington Beach's anti-"porn" signs — The P.M. Edition 6:52

14d ago6:52

6:52

LA City Council has voted to extend a controversial camping ban. Federal cuts to special education could have big effects here in California. Signs that say they're anti-"porn" are causing controversy in Huntington Beach, but maybe not for the reason you think. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https:…

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Palisades Charter High returns, Underground powerline plans, SoFi's historic comedy show — The A.M. Edition 6:35

15d ago6:35

6:35

It's a return to the classroom for some students whose campus was destroyed by wildfires. A plan to prevent the next disaster means going underground. SoFi Stadium's quest to host the largest comedy show in history. 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 rece…

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Exclusive 🦉 “Education Super App” — Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn announces next product on TBOY 52:55

15d ago52:55

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How do you get someone to learn everyday? Make it addictive… in a good way. Luis von Ahn has mastered engagement with Duolingo, transforming it into the largest education app on earth with over 40M daily users. And in our exclusive interview, Duolingo CEO announces the next product: Chess. In this episode, you’ll hear… Why the CEO (proudly) calls D…

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Bass announces layoff plan, Angelenos remember Pope Francis, Budget cuts at SoCal museums — The P.M. Edition 7:07

15d ago7:07

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Today L.A. Mayor Karen Bass announced a proposal to lay off 5% of city workers due to a budget shortfall. L.A. Catholics react to the death of Pope Francis. Federal cuts are hitting Southern California museums and historic societies hard. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.p…

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Mayor Bass unveils budget, Tree vandals strike downtown, Students sleeping in cars — The A.M. Edition 8:08

16d ago8:08

8:08

LA Mayor Karen Bass faces tough decisions as she unveils the city's budget. Some tree-cutting vandals have left folks downtown perplexed. Why community colleges are against a new bill that would let students sleep in their cars. 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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🧾 “wtf is that?” — Say Hello to Tariff Fees. Costco’s 1st beer dupe. Return of the Mascots. 22:56

16d ago22:56

22:56

You’re about to see “Tariff Fee” on your receipts… But the phrasing is about to get political. Companies are embracing mascots again … Jake From State Farm just beat the Kardashians. Costco’s one weakness? It’s never successfully sold a Kirkland beer… until now. Plus, we’ve got Duolingo’s CEO on tomorrow’s pod… and he’s announcing something big. $C…

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Massive cleanups of fire areas in L.A. County, Protests against the Trump administration, Kai Ryssdal explains the latest on tariffs — Sunday Edition 11:22

17d ago11:22

11:22

L.A. County says all property owners in Altadena have responded to debris clean up offers from the Army Corps of Engineers. The “50501” movement continues rolling protests in Los Angeles. Kai Ryssdal sits down with Josie Huang to talk about tariffs. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Eaton fire survivors demand insurance payouts, Pasadena fields have lead in soil, The best bite on top of Mount Wilson — Saturday Edition 12:09

18d ago12:09

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Altadena and Pasadena residents want State Farm to make good on insurance claims. Two Pasadena fields close after lead is found in the soil. A dispatch from the only place to eat on the top of Mount Wilson, the Cosmic Cafe. Plus, more. 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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Los Padrinos judge order, L.A. food banks struggle, Vietnamese food recs in SGV — The P.M. Edition 12:09

18d ago12:09

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A judge has ordered L-A County to move hundreds of youths out of the Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. L.A.’s food banks are struggling to feed Angelenos. The San Gabriel Valley's Garvey Avenue is home to some of the region's best Vietnamese food. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit ww…

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UCLA student detained at border, Eaton Fire video bombshell, Best food near Dodger Stadium — The A.M. Edition 7:34

19d ago7:34

7:34

UCLA students are up in arms, when one of their own was detained at the border. Eaton Fire survivors say they have video proof of the real cause of the tragedy. The landlords who are illegally ignoring fair housing laws. The best food near Dodger Stadium. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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🐣 Peeps: A Backroom Marshmallow Mystery 41:03

19d ago41:03

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Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ Roscoe Rodda was in the fight of his life. His candy factory was right down the road from Milton Hershey’s—yes, THAT Hershey’s—and he needed to set himself apart. So Roscoe embraced a single holiday to get the competitive confectionery edge: Easter. Chocolate eggs, je…

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City's response 100 days after fires, Irvine's new councilmember, Inside Newsom's tariff lawsuit — The P.M. Edition 7:20

19d ago7:20

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About 17% of burned properties in the Eaton and Palisades fire burn zones have been cleared by the Army Corps of Engineers. Irvine has a new city councilmember. What are the implications of Newsom's lawsuit against the Trump administration over tariffs? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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