Imperfect Paradise
LAist StudiosImperfect Paradise is LAist's weekly on-demand news magazine show that pulls back the curtain and dives deeper into the biggest and most consequential SoCal stories of the week from our newsroom. New episodes drop every Friday.
Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 194 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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Los Angeles has a new museum: Dataland –- the world’s first museum completely devoted to AI-generated art. In a time of high anxiety around the impact of AI on jobs, the environment and human creativity, can Dataland change the conversation around hu... more
This episode originally aired on June 13, 2025.
ICE raids began last Friday across Southern California. People have been detained and there have been confrontations between protesters and law enforcement. What exactly went down and where does Los A... more
The Iran national soccer team competed in its first match at the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles – after months of uncertainty over whether they’d play amid the US war on Iran. It's the first time in the tournament’s history that a host nation has gone... more
Los Angeles is hosting eight matches for this year’s FIFA World Cup. Today, LA is home to three professional soccer teams and one of the biggest soccer youth organizations in the nation, but did you know its history with soccer goes back over a centu... more
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As a Californian, this is a must listen. Great podcast.
Apple Podcasts5The Mrs Sykes
United States10 months ago - “How one many rebuilt his life, 100 miles at a time”
Loved the “How one man rebuilt his life, 100 miles at a time” episode! It was my first listen for this podcast but definitely not my last. Such a good story and fascinating insight into life after prison for all these people.
Apple Podcasts5LizB2007United Statesa year ago - Plain stupidity or misinformation?
So much misinformation spread in the anti black Latinos episodes. You should know what those words mean in Spanish or at least in Mexico.
Apple Podcasts1ForrestGloverUnited Statesa year ago - Appreciation post
Thank you so much for bringing these insightful stories to us all. The one I just listened to was the one with Caesar in regard to his walk after prison, it’s good to hear that America is starting to bring light and proactive solutions to reduce recidivism. I hope to listen to more of this podcast. Lucy you did an amazing job!
Apple Podcasts5Monica_NeemaUnited Statesa year ago - Yes to local journalism!
I appreciate the local journalism especially on topics that we don’t get to hear from elsewhere. Will keep listening!
Apple Podcasts5etizcUnited States2 years ago
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This weekly SoCal-focused news magazine dives into the biggest local stories with a deep-dive, data-informed approach. Episodes span elections, education, public safety, immigration, and community impacts, often pairing reporting with context on how policy and politics shape everyday life. Guests are typically local journalists, researchers, and subject-matter experts who illuminate complex issues—from housing and transit to interfaith and cultural topics—while the host guides the conversation with clarity and context. The show's strengths lie in its rolling coverage of timely civic topics, strong emphasis on accountability, and a clear bent toward practical guidance for readers navigating a繁忙 regional landscape. Listeners likely value rigo... more
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2. Libby Rainey
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