Best The Riverside Project Podcasts (2025)

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The Ways Fostering Affects Biological Children (feat. Daniela Coats, With Siblings) 30:38

14d ago30:38

30:38

Biological children who grow up in a family that fosters or adopts can experience some intense and complicated emotions. While many children are supportive—and even protective—of their non-biological siblings, it’s important to recognize that some may struggle with feeling overlooked or invisible in the process. While their needs are just as import…

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Trump vs Newsom round 2, The future of the downtown curfew, CA's "No Secret Police Act"— The A.M. Edition 4:57

14m ago4:57

4:57

It's Round 2 in court for President Trump and Governor Newsom, and LA's federal troop presence hangs in the balance. LA City Council decides if the downtown curfew stays or goes. The bill to ban law enforcement from covering their faces. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.pre…

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What would you do to change the world? 22:27

6h ago22:27

22:27

Send us a text A podcast by teens, for everyone. Join us as we talk about the world we live in, what we’d change, and how we’d make the future better. Real thoughts, big ideas, and honest conversations — all from a teen perspective.By Youth Opportunity Center

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City of LA reveals cost of its protest response, Legislature votes to freeze Medi-Cal expansion, Shohei to hit the mound tonight — The P.M. Edition 4:41

8m ago4:41

4:41

L.A. city leaders have revealed how much its response to the anti-ICE protests has cost so far. The California legislature puts a freeze on Medi-Cal enrollment for immigrants without legal status. Shohei Ohtani is expected to make his long-awaited first pitch for the Dodgers tonight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join…

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Trump calls for more ICE action in LA, Street vendors go underground, Search for LA internet vandals— The A.M. Edition 4:57

24m ago4:57

4:57

President Trump calls for the expansion of ICE action in Los Angeles. Federal Arrests are keeping Street Vendors away and turning parts of LA into a ghost town. The search for the vandals who caused a massive LA internet outage. 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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Dozens arrested during “No Kings” protest in downtown L.A., Altadena heals through ink, and L.A. soccer history — Sunday Edition 14:10

20m ago14:10

14:10

Dozens of people were arrested during Saturday's "No Kings" protest in downtown L.A., according to police. An Altadena tattoo parlor helps give survivors a sense of permanence. The history of soccer in Los Angeles as the FIFA Club World Cup kicks off. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Live from 'No Kings' protests, Culver City restaurant helps pollinators, Altadena train display is back on — Saturday Edition 10:24

19m ago10:24

10:24

Downtown Los Angeles sees thousands of Angelenos gather for the "No Kings" protests. A Culver City restaurant tries to help pollinators by giving away native plants. In conjunction with Pride celebrations at the Altadena library, Christmas Tree Lane resident Rob Caves is reopening his massive backyard train display. Support The L.A. Report by donat…

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Marines deployed in Westwood, LAPD's use of force draws scrutiny, CHLA to stop offering gender-affirming care — The P.M. Edition 5:25

11m ago5:25

5:25

After back and forth legal rulings, Marines have been deployed to protect a federal building in Westwood. Legal experts say LAPD's use of less lethal weapons in the last week might have been unlawful. Children's Hospital L.A. has announced it's closing its trans healthcare center. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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National Guard fight heads to appeal court, Possible exemptions from ICE arrests, CA launches State Farm investigation— The A.M. Edition 6:00

42m ago6:00

6:00

The future of the National Guard in LA heads to an appeal court after an initial win for Gavin Newsom. President Trump seems to be making some exceptions when it comes to ICE arrests. Wildfire survivors celebrate a new investigation into State Farm. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Judge blocks troop deployment in LA, Padilla removed from press conference, Trump blocks CA Clean Air Act rules— The P.M. Edition 5:19

14h ago5:19

5:19

*UPDATE: This episode of The L.A. Report was updated to reflect a federal judge's temporary restraining order against the use of military personnel in Los Angeles, which was issued after the initial P.M. Edition was published. A judge has temporarily blocked the deployment of the National Guard and Marines in the L.A. protests. Senator Alex Padilla…

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ICE farm raids, Brian Wilson’s ‘SMiLE,’ stone fruit recipes 56:04

18h ago56:04

56:04

ICE sweeps through Ventura County farms, leaving fields almost empty and workers fearful. Community leaders and families face uncertainty and disruption. Musical visionary Brian Wilson’s family announced on Wednesday that the Beach Boys’ co-founder died at 82. Biographer David Leaf has been a close friend of Wilson for more than 45 years, and his n…

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Newsom VS Trump in court, LA announces protest-related charges, Grocery workers authorize strike— The A.M. Edition 5:37

1d ago5:37

5:37

Governor Newsom and the Trump administration prepare for a face-off in court. More than a dozen people are facing charges in connection with recent immigration protests. Tens of thousands of SoCal grocery store workers are preparing for a possible strike. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist…

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Senator may investigate CHIRLA, Hundreds arrested by LAPD last night, Brian Wilson dies at 82 — The P.M. Edition 5:52

1d ago5:52

5:52

A Republican Senator is threatening an investigation into on of LA's leading immigrants rights groups. Over 200 people were arrested downtown last night into Wednesday morning as the city's curfew took effect. A true Southern California original - Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys - has died at the age of 82. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by don…

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LAPD’s ‘less lethal’ weapons against protesters, Diane Arbus’ photography 55:10

2d ago55:10

55:10

Viral videos from the LA ICE protests show police firing “less lethal” weapons into crowds and at journalists. Advocates say the cops are not following the law. Weeks before ICE raided a Home Depot in Westlake on Friday, the White House ordered the agency to ramp up sweeps to help meet President Trump’s deportation targets. The Supreme Court decisi…

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Mayor Bass considers more curfews, Newsom slams Trump, LAPD response criticized— The A.M. Edition 4:59

2d ago4:59

4:59

Mayor Bass meets today to consider further downtown curfews. Governor Newsom calls on all Americans to not give in to President Trump. Some are criticizing the LAPD for giving safe passage to ICE agents. 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 Pr…

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Private ICE detention centers, Kenny Scharf’s Karbombz project 52:21

3d ago52:21

52:21

The White House’s immigration crackdown, the protests, the mobilization of the National Guard and Marines have all reignited the personal feud between President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom, and the White House versus California. LAUSD officials are deploying school police to create "perimeters of safety” around graduation ceremonies and campuses wh…

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Judge blocks Newsom's request to block troops in LA, Glendale terminates ICE contract, Andrew Do's old colleagues react — The P.M. Edition 5:20

3d ago5:20

5:20

A federal judge has denied California's request to block the use of federal troops in Los Angeles. The city of Glendale has terminated its contract with ICE - we explain way they had that agreement. Former O-C supervisor Andrew Do's old colleagues are responding to his sentencing. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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A Journey of Fighting Human Trafficking with Dennis and Bobbie Mark - Ep. 85 1:05:21

3d ago1:05:21

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dennis and Bobbie Mark, founders of Redeemed Ministries and true pioneers in the anti-trafficking movement. After 19 years of dedicated service, they share their journey from strip club outreach to opening one of Texas's first residential homes for sex trafficking survivors. Dennis and Bobbie discuss the e…

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Marines could arrive today in LA, Senators demand Huerta investigation, LAUSD security boost for last school day— The A.M. Edition 5:47

3d ago5:47

5:47

The Marines are making their way to LA. Senators demand answers over the arrest of a union leader. LA Unified School District is on the lookout for ICE agents on its last day of 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 Emergency Kit…

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Impact of ICE raids in LA, Pachyman on dub music 52:37

8d ago52:37

52:37

ICE raids in Los Angeles kicked off four days of protest. As sheriffs and the LAPD fight protesters, Trump is sending in the Marines. Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta are suing President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after Trump deployed hundreds of National Guard troops to SoCal over the weekend. Immigrant Defenders Law …

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Newsom sues Trump over use of National Guard, Hundreds of Marines deployed to LA, Andrew Do receives maximum sentence 5:53

4d ago5:53

5:53

California is suing the Trump administration for deploying Marine and National Guard troops in L.A., though experts question his authority to do so. Former OC supervisor Andrew Do was sentenced a maximum sentence to 5 years in prison today, following details that emerged through an LAist investigation. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donatin…

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Newsom sues over National Guard in LA, Rally for arrested labor leader, Andrew Do sentencing— The A.M. Edition 6:01

4d ago6:01

6:01

Governor Newsom is taking the president to court, because of National Guard troops on the streets of LA. Labor activists demand justice for one of their own who was arrested in the protests. It's federal sentencing day for the man who used to be one of the most powerful politicians in Orange County. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at…

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National Guard troops in LA, Chat with Paramount Rep. Nanette Barragan — Sunday Edition 10:35

5d ago10:35

10:35

Clashes between protesters and authorities over weekend ICE sweeps prompt President Trump to deploy the National Guard. We speak with Congresswoman Nanette Barragan, whose congressional district Includes the city of Paramount, the unlikely flashpoint to the conflicts. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…

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ICE raids, Bass signs budget, Silver Lake's new women's sports bar — Saturday Edition 11:02

6d ago11:02

11:02

In L.A., activists and elected officials alike reel from multiple immigration raids yesterday. And L.A. Mayor Karen Bass signs a new budget that closes a nearly $1 billion gap. And L.A. gets its first bar dedicated to women's sports, Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.…

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Federal immigration sweeps today, Santa Clarita measles case, Andrew Do to be sentenced Monday — The P.M. Edition 5:59

7d ago5:59

5:59

Federal law enforcement made a series of immigration sweeps across Los Angeles today. County officials are warning of another measles case in which people in Santa Clarita may have been exposed. Ahead of Andrew Do's sentencing on Monday, his fall from grace hits especially hard in Little Saigon. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LA…

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Mayor Bass budget decision day, Free Metro all weekend, Santa Ana's cheap, fast eats— The A.M. Edition 7:22

7d ago7:22

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It's budget decision day for LA Mayor Karen Bass. Metro is completely free this weekend to celebrate a landmark new station. The court ruling that should have all CA drivers reaching for a phone mount. Cheap Fast Eats in Santa Ana. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.co…

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Cuts to HIV/AIDS funding, film reviews, money dysmorphia 53:41

12d ago53:41

53:41

The Supreme Court issued 9-0 opinions today on big cases concerning employment discrimination, the liability of gun manufacturers, and tax exemptions for religious organizations. President Trump also unveiled a new travel ban better equipped to survive legal scrutiny. After the Trump administration cut billions in foreign aid, two African countries…

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State fire mortgage relief, Gas-powered appliance vote, Criterion Closet hits LA — The P.M. Edition 5:45

8d ago5:45

5:45

The state is offering mortgage relief to people affected by the January wildfires. Air regulators are preparing for a vote on whether to ban new gas-powered appliances. Heads up movie buffs: You can check out the Criterion Closet in Santa Monica Friday and Saturday. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting h…

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

8d ago8:26

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

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Food crisis in Gaza, Nadya Tolokonnikova’s ‘Police State’ 51:36

13d ago51:36

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An 11-week Israeli blockade brought Gaza to the brink of famine. Now the military – and a shadowy nonprofit – are overseeing a chaotic aid rollout. The Department of Defense plans to strip civil rights leader Harvey Milk’s name from a Navy ship. KCRW hears from San Francisco’s former supervisor, who was a second-generation Navy veteran discharged f…

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

9d ago5:58

5:58

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

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

9d ago8:44

8:44

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

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New Hollywood’s leading men in photos, 10 years of Here’s Looking At You 55:47

14d ago55:47

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Ukraine's weekend attack on Russian air bases revealed how much the country is leveraging inexpensive drone technology in the conflict. Buy-now-pay-later financing has skyrocketed since the pandemic. With more people defaulting, experts raise concerns about the broader impact on the economy. Want to eat at Koreatown’s Here’s Looking At You? June 13…

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

10d ago5:28

5:28

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

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

10d ago6:32

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The feds tell California schools to ban transgender athletes or face a judge. Long Beach tries to explain its rise in the unhoused population. Another staple of the Sunset Strip is about to close its doors. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE…

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Democrats chart new vision at convention, Gang of Four tours for last time 53:24

13d ago53:24

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Mohamed Sabry Soliman attacked protesters in Boulder who were calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza. Hours beforehand, Israeli soldiers reportedly shot and killed more than 20 Palestinians who were trying to get food aid. The CA Democratic Convention took place in Anaheim over the weekend, where Tim Walz delivered a fiery speech calli…

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