Best Domesticated Predators Podcasts (2025)

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Own Your Sh!t 1:04:10

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Alan Katz carried a devastating secret for 45 years — even from himself. At 14, he was sexually abused twice by the religious director of his synagogue. The trauma buried itself deep, quietly poisoning his confidence, self-worth, and ability to connect with others… until it nearly cost him his life. In this powerful conversation, Alan shares how he…

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Favorite depictions of LA, Virtue-signaling on college campuses, North Hollywood Valley Plaza, and more 1:39:21

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Today on AirTalk, the Los Angeles City Council narrowly opposes new residential construction near transit lines; YouTube is introducing a new AI-age verification system; what are your favorite depictions of LA in the media?; North Hollywood Valley Plaza has been declared a public nuisance; US Campus' latest virtue-signaling undermines real expressi…

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It Became Personal for a GRANDMOTHER, Carol D' Attoma When Her Six-Year-Old Granddaughter was Sexually Abused by the Child’s Father. 51:53

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In this episode, I’m talking to a grandmother who experienced first-hand the devastating impact of child sexual abuse in her family. The financial, emotional, psychological and legal devastation. It all began when Carol D’Attoma’s six-year-old granddaughter was sexually abused by her father. He was arrested, and Carol’s daughter’s main source of in…

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Mail-in ballots, LA 2028 Olympics check-in, LA County beach erosion, and more 1:38:54

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Today on AirTalk, the Trump administration vows to limit almost all access to mail-in ballots; LA 2028 Olympic finance and logistical updates; the state of robotics in the age of AI; how LA County is dealing with beach sand erosion; how to have a drought-friendly yard, and why we can't fall asleep. Today on AirTalk: President Trump looks to end mai…

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CA and TX redistricting, LA's historic Black Cultural Sites, Drone delivery, and more 1:39:12

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Today on AirTalk, Trump and Zelenskyy meet to discuss Russia-Ukraine war; The redistricting saga continues; L.A.'s Black historical sites; The state senate wants to regulate self-checkout; The future of delivery drones; and what's the best age. Today on AirTalk: Trump Zelenskyy meeting (0:15) California and Texas redistricting (16:07) LA's historic…

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Proposed FAA rules could make drone delivery dreams a realit 13:52

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For seemingly years now, getting your goods delivered by drone has been a reality that's always just around the corner. Yet the long-promised technology has been slow to take off in the United States. More than six years after the Federal Aviation Administration approved commercial home deliveries with drones, the service mostly has been confined t…

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Pam & The Manipulative Jealous Abuser | Domestic Violence & Narcissistic Abuse 1:49:40

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Pam shares her experience of being married to a jealous partner. Pam was a rule follower, and her new partner gave her permission to stop following everyone else’s rules, only to manipulate her into following his. And after Pam got pregnant, her life became a roller coaster of abuse that she couldn’t escape…

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US-Russia Summit in Alaska, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and more 1:39:01

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Today on AirTalk, the agenda of today's US-Russia Summit in Alaska; Huntington Beach's majority Latino neighborhoods are questioning the use of high-tech surveillance cameras; Indian and Mexican food come together at Appu's Tumeric Cafe and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk Vladimir Putin comes to Anchorage, Alaska to meet President Trump (0:15) Surveilla…

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Clarity, CPTSD, & The Aftermath of Abuse | Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A With Jody Bauer 49:52

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks to Jody Bauer, a divorce coach and consultant, about CPTSD, clarity, body responses to stress, and the complexities of high-conflict divorce cases. To contact Jody Bauer, go to https://www.solidarityconsulting.com If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Alcohol consumption declines, White House review of the Smithsonian, Jonathan Demme's life and work, and more 1:39:00

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Today on AirTalk, Fewer Americans are reporting alcohol consumption, according to a new Gallup poll; A new book explores the life and work of the late director Jonathan Demme; The White House is set to conduct a review of the Smithsonian; Trigger warnings and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk Alcohol consumption declines (0:15) Jonathan Demme's life and wo…

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When the Government Shields the Abuser 48:38

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When Kristen Louise Duncombe was just 10 years old, her life changed forever. The man who abused her wasn’t hiding in the shadows — William Francis Mulcahy, a senior U.S. diplomat with diplomatic immunity, protected by the very government sworn to uphold justice. Even after multiple victims came forward, he kept his job, his freedom, and access to …

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Update on Covid-19 funding, Breast Reduction, AirTalk 40th: Live at Skirball Cultural Center, and more 1:42:30

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Today on AirTalk, an update on COVID-19 funding and the latest on the future of vaccination efforts, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports a slight increase in breast reduction procedures; ESPN and FOX merge and UFC moves to Paramount+ as new low-price subscription models enter the market and our celebration of AirTalk's 40th anniversary…

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Secret Database of Files Expose Explosive Epidemic of Child Abuse Within Jehovah’s Witness Religious Organization. 1:14:41

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In this episode, I’m talking with former Jehovah’s Witness, Mark O'Donnell who rips the lid off the Jehovah’s Witness Secret DATA BASE OF CHILD ABUSE “It’s like a cult.” says, Mark O’Donnell in the documentary made about the child sexual abuse occurring in the JW, called “Crusaders.” JW makes people fear for their lives and puts them in a box they …

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Fast food sales decline, the latest on Andrew Do, the 60th anniversary of the Watts Rebellion, and more 1:37:55

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Today on AirTalk, fast food chains are starting to see a decline in revenue; the superior court struck down the LAUSD charter school system policy; a new book connects environmental impacts to serial killers in the west; the latest on Andrew Do; AOL shuts down; and the 60th anniversary of the Watts Rebellion. Today on AirTalk, Fast food sales decli…

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Trump deploys National Guard in DC, Japanese-American car culture in LA, Ballona Wetlands Restoration, and more 1:38:55

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Today on AirTalk, President Trump deploys the National Guard in the nation's capital; what is the latest update on the feud between Trump and college campuses; a look back into the history behind Japanese-American car culture in LA; SoCal school district academic year preview; Ballona Wetlands Restoration and 60th Anniversary of the Watts Rebellion…

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Amy & The Demanding Hypocritical Abuser | Domestic Violence & Narcissistic Abuse 1:47:33

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Amy talks about her marriage to an emotionally abusive man with double standards. Initially, Amy found her husband charming and supportive. However, his increasing hostility, demands, know-it-all nature, victim playing, and lack of contribution to household responsibilities began to take their toll. And des…

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Parenting Advice for Austin, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and More! 1:39:10

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Today on AirTalk, a new study calculates an increase in deaths from the Eaton and Palisades fires; Austin Cross is becoming a dad! We ask an expert about what he and new dads should expect; Modu Cafe's Korean-inspired pastries and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk: New study finds an increase in LA fire casualties (00:15) New dad advice! (12:01) Korean-in…

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Rerelease: Letters To The Narcissist (Volume 6) | Domestic Violence 1:16:14

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon and his old pal Melissa, listen and read letters that our community sent in about domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, toxic families, betrayal, and more. If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send us an ema…

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LA Fire Debris Removal, Redistricting Around the County, TV Talk, and More 1:39:07

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Today on AirTalk, LA fire survivors voice frustration with debris removal; the misconceptions around antidepressant use during pregnancy; what is an old-fashioned skill you hold on to?; an update on the redistricting efforts taking place around the nation; what is your favorite TV reboot and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: LA fire survivors frustrated b…

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Breaking Generational Patterns: The Science Behind Bad Relationships 1:13:43

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Why does healing hurt so much? Why do we repeat painful patterns—even when we know better? This week, I sit down with Jasmina Sabi, author of Am I Thinking Correctly?, who opens up about surviving childhood trauma, becoming an escort, and the deep betrayal that broke her open. We talk about how your brain chemistry (dopamine, cortisol, serotonin) s…

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Family Homelessness in LA County, NASA Nuclear Reactor on the Moon, Airplane Movies, and More 1:39:08

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Today on AirTalk, we go over LA County's latest count of unhoused people as of July; why NASA is fast-tracking a plan to put a nuclear reactor on the Moon; which one of your teachers had a lasting impact on you?; LA County budget pressures; how couples find intimacy and sexual fulfillment after having children, and what makes a good airplane movie?…

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#Trauma, Recovery, Hope, Healing, Resilience with Mary Reigel, LMFT 1:06:24

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#Sexual Assault Awareness Month I’m talking to Mary Reigel an experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). and Trauma Recovery Specialist who has been working in the field of death, grief, and trauma about how to recover from trauma. Can you ever fully recover from trauma? What does recovery look like? We talk about the fear that so m…

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LA28 Round Up, Garden Predators, LA's New School Crossing System, and More! 1:39:02

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Today on AirTalk, we take a look into Olympic preparations as President Trump announces a new task force; a new study links air pollution exposure to dementia; are garden predators good or bad?; how does LA's school cross guard system work?; Vegas tourism declines, and is LA a coffee city? Today on AirTalk: LA28 Olympics check-in (0:15) Air polluti…

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CA Heat Wave, Threats to UCLA Research Funding, Odd Jobs, and More 1:39:02

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Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the air quality ahead of the upcoming heatwave; UCLA faces the latest federal funding cuts to its research; what TV shows were cancelled too early?; utilities are slowly moving forward with plans to put power lines underground and what is the weirdest odd job you have ever had? Today on AirTalk: Air quality updat…

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Sarah S. & The Psychologically Abusive Narcissist | Domestic Violence 1:25:12

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Sarah shares her story about the psychological, sexual, and financial abuse she endured at the hands of her abusive ex. Sarah describes how her partner used 'logic' to manipulate her into compliance, isolation, feeling powerless, and trapped. It's a story of psychological abuse, coercive control, financial …

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Job Stagnation, How the Algorithm is Changing the Way We Speak, Food Friday: Hot Chicken, and More! 1:39:31

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Today on AirTalk, the labor market reports on a slowdown in employment; how the internet has changed the way we talk to each other; Howlin' Rays Nashville Hot Chicken and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk, Labor report finds job stagnation (00:15) Communicating online (38:18) Howlin' Rays Nashville Hot Chicken (51:45) FilmWeek (1:07:45) Interview with '20…

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Howlin’ Rays: the Nashville hot chicken that brings a beloved Southern taste to LA 12:56

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In a blog post earlier this month, Yelp turned to its “elite members” for the best fried chicken across the United States and Canada, which resulted in the win for local mini-chain Howlin’ Rays. Known for their Nashville-style hot chicken, Howlin’ Rays' popularity has led to going from a food truck to three brick-and-mortar restaurants. So, how hav…

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Rerelease: Bree & The Narcissistic Coercive Controller | Narcissistic Abuse 1:11:18

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Bree shares her story of her abusive relationship. Bree and her family thought she married 'Mr. Perfect', but a week after their honeymoon, the coercive control began. At first, it started with isolation, then financial abuse, putdowns, sexual abuse, infidelity, triangulation, and more. It took a long time …

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CA Housing Market Check-in, Tax on Tips, TV Talk, and More! 1:39:20

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Today on AirTalk, former Vice President Kamala Harris announces she will not run for CA Governorship; while local housing inventory stalls, interest begins to cool; what is the impact of 'no tax on tips?'; Trump administration may shift views on DACA; is cane sugar really a better alternative than high fructose corn syrup? and TV Talk. Today on Air…

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Protect Your Kids from Trafficking Predators 52:43

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Paul Hutchinson’s story is the one that inspired the movie Sound of Freedom, but the truth is much deeper—and the fight is far from over. In this gripping episode, Paul takes us through over 70 life-risking undercover missions to rescue children from human traffickers. While the movie sparked global awareness, Paul reveals that the reality of human…

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CA Tsunami Risks, LA Street Safety, Illegal Dumping in Antelope Valley, and More 1:38:45

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Today on AirTalk, the latest on California's tsunami watch and preparedness; community members in LA paint their own crosswalks for safety; AI is beginning to develop software — what we know; LA's cannabis business owners on the Social Equity Program; duplex project construction frozen in fire burn zones and illegal dumping in the Antelope Valley. …

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CECOT: the Maximum Security Prison in Salvador, Food Etiquette in the Office, and More 1:39:55

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Today on AirTalk, a new appointee for the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is under scrutiny; CECOT is a maximum security prison that is being used as a place to hold deportees by the Trump administration; what not to do when sharing food at the office; what are the impacts of groundwater depletion?; Los Angeles plans to increase spaces with…

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The Deadly Mistake Every Parent Thinks They’ll Never Make 29:38

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Did you know your brain can only hold 7–8 things at once? That’s why even the most loving parent can make one fatal mistake—and forget their child in the car. In this powerful and emotional episode, Tiffanie speaks with Michael Israel, co-founder of CleverElly, a company built by tech dads who wanted to save lives. Michael explains the terrifying r…

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Political Redistricting, Surveillance Pricing, Landscaping for Wildfire Prevention, and More! 1:39:18

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Today on AirTalk, Governor Gavin Newsom considers redistricting in CA in response to Republican efforts in Texas; what is surveillance pricing?; a new book explores the fascination behind the death of celebrities; The US Forest Service decreases 15 percent of its workforce; first-of-its-kind pill treats postpartum depression and how landscaping may…

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Lara & The Invalidating Narcissist | Narcissistic Abuse 1:28:57

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Lara shares the story of her abusive relationship at sea. Lara met her abuser while working on a cruise ship, where she felt seen and chosen by him. Unfortunately, Lara was being mirrored, and the supportive boyfriend quickly became invalidating and manipulative. It's a story of being chosen, mirroring, fut…

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The Science Behind Food Aversion, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and More! 1:39:10

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Today on AirTalk, LA County braces for shortfalls of funding in homelessness services ahead of Trump's proposed federal government funding cuts; what is that one food item you just refuse to eat?; New Zealand-style ice cream and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk: Devastating blows to LA homelessness services (00:15) The science behind food aversion (16:15…

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LA’s ice cream shop that’s the creme de la Creamy Boys 12:19

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While the rest of the world is going through a heatwave, California's temperature has stayed relatively mild this week. But it's still summer and the sun is still out, so what better way to take advantage of LA's good weather than a cup of ice cream? Not just any ice cream, though. Today on AirTalk, we're trying New Zealand-style ice cream with Cre…

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Rerelease: Jill & The Enmeshed Patriarchal Abuser | Domestic Violence & Narcissist Abuse 1:22:03

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks to Jill, whose husband had the reputation of being the sweetest guy in the world. Every one of their mutual colleagues vouched for him. He was good-looking, intelligent, charismatic, and came from a good family. However, everything changed once they were behind closed doors. It's a story of se…

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Interview with CA Attorney General Rob Bonta, Community College 'Ghost Students,' TV Talk, and More 1:39:05

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Today on AirTalk, Southern California Edison announces direct compensation program for Eaton Fire victims; a check in with Attorney General Rob Bonta; core substitute teacher memories of yours?; how the funding cuts will effect smaller radio stations and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk SoCal Edison will provide compensation to Eaton Fire victims (00:15) …

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LA Metro Ridership Declines, Low-Tech Solutions, Watching or Listening to Podcasts, and More 1:39:10

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Today on AirTalk, we talk about the recent ridership decline in the LA Metro; a new memoir outlines a paramedic's experience in the workplace; what is a low-tech product that's still around?; Rancho Palos Verdes repairs on landslide-prone areas, and why are we watching podcasts instead of listening to them? Today on AirTalk: LA Metro ridership decl…

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The Daughter of a Father Brutally Murdered and Stepmother Raped & Bludgeoned to Death 1:05:05

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In this episode, I’m talking with Jennifer Carole, the daughter of a successful attorney, on his way to becoming a judge, who was murdered and his wife raped and bludgeoned to death, while the killer remained free to rape and kill some more, and the victims and their families were deprived of justice for 40 years! Today Jennifer Carole is here with…

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Plans to take the LA Times Public, The Mann Act, the Future of DTLA Business, and More 1:39:02

29d ago1:39:02

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Today on AirTalk, LA Times CEO announces plans to take the newspaper public; California's EV check-in; Sean 'Diddy' Combs convicted under the 'Mann Act'; what is the future of DTLA business, and are you the big spender in the relationship? Today on AirTalk: LA Times will go public next year (00:15) California's EV check-in (18:16) Sean Combs convic…

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Are you a big spender while your partner is frugal? How do you deal with it? 16:41

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There comes a time in every relationship for a real reckoning: who is the big spender and who is the penny pincher and how on earth will you navigate that rift? This topic might be as old as our time on earth, with one partner leaning towards excess and the other towards frugality. Where does a couple meet in the middle? Should they meet in the mid…

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The State of Late Night TV, SCOTUS 'Shadow Dockets,' Nick Roman's New Podcast, and More 1:39:40

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Today on AirTalk, CBS announces cancellation of 'The Late Show' with Stephen Colbert; what is the best decade?; LA cities ask donors to assist immigrants pay rent; SCOTUS 'shadow dockets'; The Mayan in DTLA shuts down this fall and Nick Roman's new podcast. Today on AirTalk: Is the 'Late Show' cancellation the beginning of the end for late-night sh…

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Lolly & The Hateful Narcissistic Mother | Domestic Violence & Narcissistic Abuse 2:01:57

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Lolly shares her story of being raised by an abusive mother, enduring multiple abusive relationships, and tragically losing her son to suicide. It's a story of emotional neglect, putdowns, people pleasing, caretaking, being good enough, physical abuse, suicide, suicidal ideation, sexual assault, abandonment…

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Impact of Public Media Funding Clawbacks on California, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and more 1:39:04

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Today on AirTalk, we discuss the approved defunding for public media with LAist CEO Alex Santamaria; what made Love Island USA popular?; Hangaburs' cheeseburgers; FilmWeek and Godzilla's 70-year history. Today on AirTalk: Funding clawbacks for public media (00:15) What makes Love Island USA popular? (19:06) Hangaburs cheeseburgers (39:17) FilmWeek …

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Rerelease: Saoirse & The Torturous 20-Year Marriage | Domestic Violence 1:32:57

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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Saoirse shares how she was swept off her feet by her future husband. However, as soon as their first child was born, Saoirse's husband began to employ coercive control tactics. He isolated her from her family, financially abused her, and manipulated Saoirse to believe that everything wrong in the relationsh…

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Prescribed Burns, History of Domestic Surveillance, TV Talk, and More 1:39:41

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Today on AirTalk, the Senate has passed 9 billion dollars in federal cuts, which include hits to public broadcasting and foreign aid; the effectiveness of prescribed burns; history of domestic surveillance in the US; new LA County Homeless Agency; the influence of 'The Ed Sullivan show' and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: Senate passes $9 billion in fed…

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The State of the US Economy, Natural Disasters and Disability, Pop Culture Introductions to the US, and more 1:38:51

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Today on AirTalk, the state of the US economy amid tariff threats, ICE raids, and inflation; what it means to tease your partner; how disabled people are at higher risk during natural disasters, and what your first pop culture introduction was to America. Today on AirTalk: State of the US economy? (00:15) Teasing your partner (29:13) Natural disast…

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USA Olympic Athlete-on-Athlete Rape: The Kim Rhodenbaugh Story 1:07:00

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In this episode, Kim Rhodenbaugh Lewallen’s life revolved around swimming, and she loved it. Kim made the US Olympic Swim Team and was thrilled to represent her country. Like many young athletes, her world revolved around the sport she loved and felt safe being surrounded by other like minded athletes. However, that sense of safety was soon shatter…