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Boiling Point

LA Times Studios
Climate Change
California
Los Angeles
Renewable Energy
Smog
Wildfires
Clean Energy
Electricity Rates
Southern California Edison
Plastic Pollution
Air Pollution
Electric Vehicles
Microplastics
Rooftop Solar
Inflation Reduction Act
Trump Administration
Air Quality
Gavin Newsom
Utility Reform Network
Public Health

Climate change is battering California. Can the state find a way forward? Listen every Thursday as award-winning L.A. Times columnist Sammy Roth dives deep with scientists, energy leaders, legislators, activists and journalists who are experts on today's climate challenges and solutions. They’ll discuss everything from electric cars to renewable energy to the difficulties of phasing out fossil fue... more

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Recent Guests

Leslie Grace
Dominican American actor and Latin Grammy nominated recording artist
Independent/Music Career
Episode: Introducing: The De Los Podcast
Alex Baber
Founder of Cold Case Consultants of America; amateur criminologist focusing on Zodiac and related Cold Cases
Cold Case Consultants of America
Episode: Introducing: Season 4 of Crimes of the Times
Seraphine Seagal
An artist, a painter, a graphic designer, and a teacher.
Episode: Smoglandia Pt 4: SCIENCE AND GOVERNMENT, BESTIES?
David Zerler
Director of the Caltech Heritage Project.
Caltech
Episode: Smoglandia Pt 4: SCIENCE AND GOVERNMENT, BESTIES?
Janice Hahn
One of five Los Angeles County supervisors and daughter of Kenneth Hahn.
Episode: Smoglandia Pt 4: SCIENCE AND GOVERNMENT, BESTIES?
Dr. Arie Haagen-Smit
Pioneering figure in air quality research and key to understanding LA's smog.
Caltech
Episode: Smoglandia Pt 2: SCIENCE TO THE RESCUE
Chip Jacobs
Journalist and co-author of "Smogtown, The Lung-Burning History of Pollution in Los Angeles"
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Smoglandia Pt 1: L.A. SMOG – VERY OLD-SCHOOL
Regan Dunn
Paleobotanist and expert on the environmental history of Southern California
Episode: Smoglandia Pt 1: L.A. SMOG – VERY OLD-SCHOOL
Haley Smith
Environment reporter at the Los Angeles Times focused on climate policy, technology, and solutions.
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Trump’s Environmental Rollbacks Explained

Hosts

Sammy Roth
Host of Boiling Point, LA Times climate columnist; focuses on energy policy, climate impacts, and California's transition.
Patt Morrison
Host of Smoglandia; veteran LA Times journalist covering environment and public policy; deep historical context on air quality in LA.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Smoglandia needs to be a book

    I really appreciate learning about LA’s history with smog, specially now that it is coming back.

    I would definitely buy the book and see the documentary if they happen.

    Also, we need to spread the word because this fight against smog is not in the past but also in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucesmm
    United States7 months ago
  • LOVE SMOGLANDIA!

    This feels like the LA history I never knew I was missing! Having lived here for years, I feel like Smoglandia is connecting me even more to my home!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aquaticearthcowgirl
    United States8 months ago
  • Smoglandia- Ya had me at “ Patt”

    Patt Morrison is the consummate professional. Anything she does you can count on being well- researched and well- told. Great sense of humor and…what a great voice!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nancymil
    United States8 months ago
  • Just found, after the closing curtain 😥

    Sammy, you are a leader! Thanks for everything you've done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coolfactor
    Canada9 months ago
  • Great content, questionable ad choices?

    Love the content and journalism but was legitimately shocked when there was a Southern California Edison ad about their “fire preparedness” in the first five minutes of the latest episode? I thought Sammy was playing this to critique it but no…it was just an ad. A super greenwashed ad. Lost some respect.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ewilli343
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Smart, nuanced discussions with data-driven guests
High-quality storytelling elevates climate journalism
Listeners appreciate the local California focus and historical context
Some criticism about ad choices in episodes

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She explains the transition from physical media to streaming, the rise of social media as a marketing tool, and the need to balance private artistry with public presence as part of modern artist development.
Introducing: The De Los Podcast
Q: So I'm interested in the trajectory that it took for you to own your sound.
Leslie describes evolving from early Christian and Bachata roots to a confident solo aesthetic, highlighting how collaboration and personal growth shaped her signature sound while navigating industry expectations.
ICYMI: “Breaking Down Plastic”
Q: Is this why you've got California now suing ExxonMobil and Los Angeles County suing Coca-Cola and Pepsi?
Yes, these lawsuits are due to plastic waste creating a public nuisance, and the governments argue these companies should pay for the cleanup.
ICYMI: “Breaking Down Plastic”
Q: What do we know or what are we starting to understand through the science and the research into plastics and microplastics and even nanoplastics?
We know these chemicals can behave like hormones and affect brain development and other health aspects, with microplastics found in nearly every organ in the body.
ICYMI: “Breaking Down Plastic”
Q: Can you talk about what that was like just to sort of ground this conversation, just how often you use plastic on a day-to-day basis?
It was overwhelming to document my interaction with plastic; I realized how much single-use plastic I interact with daily, which was distressing.

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A climate-focused show that dives into California's energy transition, policy shifts, and the social dimensions of air quality. Episodes blend reporting from energy, environmental, and policy perspectives with historical context, investigative journalism, and activist voices. Noteworthy is a recurring emphasis on practical solutions, equity in pollution impacts, and the historical arc of Los Angeles' air quality saga, often featuring industry watchdogs, researchers, and climate advocates. The format suits listeners who want rigor, real-world context, and diverse viewpoints on how California can navigate clean energy, regulation, and public health in a changing climate.

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2. Alex Baber
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5. Janice Hahn
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