
A news and politics podcast for people who live in Los Angeles.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 316 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNewsPolitics | |||

Alissa, Rachel, and Sophie talk about yet another new ICE detention center that’s opened in a former private prison in the Central Valley. How a new citywide adaptive reuse ordinance could convert vacant buildings into housing. Then, UCLA’s Los Angel... more
Alissa joins Mike and Godfrey to decipher LA’s new budget, Karen Bass’s second (or third?) State of the City, and which departments are getting more money this year. Then, how a plan to help Airbnb snuck into the budget, and fundraising updates for c... more
Alissa, Mike, and Rachel on the 2 a.m. union deal that prevented an LAUSD strike. A major hack of sensitive LAPD information causes City Attorney Hydee Feldstein-Soto to lose her police endorsement. Mad about pricey LA28 tickets? So are LA’s councilm... more
Mike, Rachel, and Laura reveal the troubling story of the Neighbors First dark money network that’s mucking up LA City Council elections, including previously unreported details. Then: the latest in the ongoing Measure ULA saga, and a potential new p... more
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Started listening to this podcast early into the Covid pandemic because I found them to be the best place to hear what was going on around LA, but the show is still my first source for all news related to LA today. The team was on top of all the 2025 LA fires coverage, and it continues to be my preferred place to find out more about upcoming LA political campaigns. Thanks to the hosts for bringing their wonderful personalities and enthusiasm to every piece of news, and it’s also always produced ... more
I have been a loyal listener since almost the beginning. I have learned so much about our city and been introduced to new and diverse voices. The hosts really do the work of explaining local issues and exploring various viewpoints. They’re also hilarious and fun to listen to!
Excellent for staying up to date on LA area news, specifically anything with a political lens (but honestly you should be listening if you want to understand what is happening around LA regardless)
used to be great about improving transit and streets, as well as building denser housing, but now the left-nimbys at LA Forward took over and it had gone downhill. still some good info, but they are generally not promoting what will move the city forward in a better way.
I’ve been subscribed to this show since it started and loved the hyper local coverage of scandals, politics and happenings. I even stayed subscribed through their endorsement of Sheriff Villanueva! But the constant giggles and sarcasm is agonizing. I find myself stopping the show 15-20 minutes in and don’t go back. I can get with a joke here and there but the sarcasm and “dry wit” can come off as disrespectful and dismissive of really important topics like policing and homelessness. I have found... more
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A brisk, city-focused politics and news program that covers Los Angeles governance, urban policy, housing, public safety, and infrastructure. Episodes frequently dissect local elections, city leadership decisions, and major events impacting Angelenos, with a mix of reporting, commentary, and expert guests. Notable strengths include accessible explanations of complex policy issues, a strong emphasis on accountability in local government, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics and breaking developments in real time. The show seems to attract listeners who want practical insights into how decisions at City Hall affect daily life, from housing and transit to public safety and climate resilience.
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Recent guests on LA Podcast include:
1. Scott Frazier
2. Sammy Roth
3. Nithya Raman
4. Liz Chou
5. Austin Beutner
6. Karen Bass
7. Memo Torres
8. Kate Cagle
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